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DHL Stormers Bolts go down in Joburg
The DHL Stormers Bolts fought hard throughout, but went down 26-12 against the Fidelity ADT Lions U20 in Johannesburg on Saturday. The defeat sees the DHL Stormers Bolts remain in third place, ahead …
Municipality awarded the best-run in South Africa for second year in a row
This municipality has been named the best-performing local municipality in South Africa for the second consecutive year, taking top honours at the 2026 Municipal Performance Awards… Read More: …
Cape Town 7s tickets return to pre COVID prices
Danie van der LithRugby fans can watch the world champion Springbok Sevens team chase a third successive Cape Town title from just R180 when tickets for the HSBC SVNS Cape Town Sevens go on ….. …
First look: Cape Town’s plan to turn unfinished highways into new neighbourhood
For more than 50 years, Capetonians have lived beside unfinished highways. Now the City has a bold new plan to complete them… Read More: First look: Cape Town’s plan to turn unfinished highways …
“It’s Criminal”: Cape Town Woman Proves Buying Electricity on 1st of the Month Got Her More Units
A Cape Town TikToker’s R250 electricity test found five fewer units at month-end, as monthly tariff blocks explain the difference South Africans debated online… Read More: “It’s …
Black magic gang murdered elderly British couple and cut up their bodies – now bereft daughter fears killers will strike again
The daughter of an elderly British couple who were allegedly murdered and dismembered in a suspected South African black magic ritual says she fears her parents’ killers will strike again… …
Last month for rain as Cape Town dam levels fall short of key threshold
Cape Town’s combined dam levels are sitting nearly five percentage points below the threshold required to avoid water restrictions… Read More: Last month for rain as Cape Town dam levels …
Latest Ranking: 10 best universities in Africa
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked university in the 2027 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with the continent showing broader representation in …
Shoprite’s new store concept spreads across South Africa
Shoprite’s expansion beyond traditional grocery retail has reached another milestone, with its UNIQ Clothing by Checkers brand opening its 50th store in Sea Point, Cape Town… Read More: …
Cape Town woman buys R250 electricity a day apart and gets different amount of units
A Cape Town TikToker’s R250 electricity test found five fewer units at month-end, as monthly tariff blocks explain the difference South Africans debated online… Read More: Cape Town woman buys …
Inside Traitor Richard E Grant’s turbulent private life – from witnessing mum’s affair to dad trying to SHOOT him
CELEBRITY Traitors has only just kicked off, but actor Richard E Grant will already go down in the show’s history due his confession that he was chosen by Claudia Winkleman. Dubbed an “agent of …
Mantashe hopes to shore up ANC’s electoral chances in Cape Town ahead of polls
In Site B, Khayelitsha, Mantashe was confronted by some angry residents, pointing to potholes, and pools of stagnant water as proof of some service delivery problems… Read More: Mantashe hopes …
R33 a litre: Cape Town advisor warns SA is headed for financial trouble as diesel soars
Cape Town financial advisor Munya Shumba explains why diesel is nearing R33 a litre and how South Africans’ bond and car repayments could be affected… Read More: R33 a litre: Cape Town …
Cost of completing Cape Town unfinished foreshore freeways still unknown: Hill-Lewis
Hill-Lewis stood on one of the unfinished bridges on Friday to reveal the city’s plans for a new link bridge, tunnel, waterfront promenade and mixed-use precinct on 15 hectares of land in the …
Electricity disruptions in Cape Town’s Deep South now scheduled for 10, 11 October
Cape Town’s Deep South faces planned electricity outages from 10 to 11 October as the City carries out critical infrastructure upgrades… Read More: Electricity disruptions in Cape Town’s Deep …
Africa’s energy leaders to gather in Cape Town as continent turns energy challenge into growth opportunity
Africa Energy Indaba to focus on investment, infrastructure, energy security and the power required to drive Africa’s next phase of economic growth ….. Read More: Africa’s energy leaders to …
Cape Town reveals bold new plan to finally finish its infamous unfinished bridges
Cape Town’s unfinished bridges have been part eyesore, part icon and part urban legend for nearly half a century… Read More: Cape Town reveals bold new plan to finally finish its infamous …
DHL Stormers come short in Edinburgh
The DHL Stormers came up short in difficult conditions, going down 17-13 in their Vodacom United Rugby Championship Round Two encounter with Edinburgh on Friday night. Played in a howling wind which …
Terblanche confident as YesPlay Cobras begin title defence of Pro50 and Pro20 crowns
CAPE TOWN – YesPlay WP Cobras head coach Claire Terblanche believes her side is ready to begin its Hollywoodbets Series campaign as the Girls in Blue prepare to defend both their Pro50 and Pro20 …
Van Heerden confident as YesPlay Cobras prepare for CSA High Performance clash
CAPE TOWN – YesPlay Cobras batter Joshua van Heerden is backing the Boys in Blue to continue their strong start to the YesPlay Pro20 Cup when they host CSA High Performance at YesPlay Newlands …
The Adviser of the Future: Where AI Meets Human Expertise
Cape Town: The rapid and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) will not replace financial advice, but it will fundamentally change how investors prepare for -important financial planning …
Samro brings senior Leadership team to Cape Town for #MEX26
Cape Town Music Exchange (MEX) will welcome an exceptional delegation of senior executives from the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) to Cape Town for MEX26 on Saturday, 31 October …
Searching for the Perfect Cape Town Rental?
Rental hunting is a bit like dating. There’s excitement, possibility… and a fair chance of disappointment if you don’t go in with a game plan. With the rental market heating up in hotspots like Cape …
Good Progress on Emergency Repair Works to Smalblaar Bridge
Good progress is being made on Department of Infrastructure (DOI) emergency repair works to the Smalblaar Bridge that was so severely damaged during the flood event of 11 and 12 May 2026 that the …
Department of Infrastructure Commits to Responsible use of AI
The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DOI) has signed a five-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Geneva-based AI for Developing Countries Forum (AIFOD) and committed itself to the …
Cape Town 7s Tickets Now on Sale
HSBC SVNS Cape Town Sevens ticket prices have been pegged back to levels last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic when they go on sale at 09h00 today, 2 October. The Springbok Sevens team, winners of …
Placing People at the Centre of Cape Town’s Transport Planning
The City of Cape Town’s annual Mobility Infrastructure Summit has placed people, rather than vehicles or technology, at the centre of conversations about how Cape Town moves into the future. Held at …
Foreshore Precinct Public Announcement
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis: For a city like ours, the Foreshore should be one of the places that defines us. Cape Town is one of the world’s great port cities. Everything about our identity is …
Why Are There So Many Mass Shootings in South Africa
The country was shaken after nearly 30 people were killed in two separate mass shootings. South Africans are demanding greater government intervention… Read More: Why Are There So Many Mass …
“May Your Pockets Never Run Dry”: Woman Steps Up To Offer Free Driving Lessons for Under-21s
Cape Town TikToker Thabie offers free driving lessons to under-21s, using her own car and fuel to empower young South Africans and earn praise across Mzansi… Read More: “May Your Pockets Never …