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Renewed Partnership Continues to Secure 20 Billion Litres of Water
Council has approved the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s agreement with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to continue joint efforts and funding to clear alien invasive plants from major …
Specialised SWAT and Drone Units
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis today launched the City’s new specialised SWAT and aerial surveillance units, together with Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security. The …
City creates over 203 000 temporary employment opportunities
The City of Cape Town has delivered more than 203 000 temporary work opportunities through its city-wide Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) portfolio over the past five financial years from …
Early Signs of Arthritis You Should Not Ignore
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, says that people should pay closer attention to ongoing joint pain, stiffness, and swelling on World Arthritis Day (12 October). It is …
Here are the Lotto results for Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Check your Lotto numbers and let the dreaming begin, because a lucky ticket could mean a surprise flight home, a braai with family and a proper taste of Mzansi again. Estimated jackpot: R8 300 …
A hidden act had saved Australia from its deepest shame… then came a sickening snub
Back in Melbourne the administration was both shocked and also steaming, though chief executive James Sutherland looked shattered by what had unfolded. At that stage he was yet to speak to Smith, …
Information Sought to Trace Suspects in Triple Murder Case
WESTERN CAPE – The Anti-Gang Unit detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into a triple murder case which occurred in May 2025 in Kiewiet Road, Parkwood. On 18 May 2025, …
Police detain suspects for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition
WESTERN CAPE – Members of the Maitland Flying Squad followed up information of a red Volkswagen Golf which was driving around in the Athlone area on Tuesday night with the occupants reported to …
Cape Town Opera plans new training and production hub at Mill House
Cape Town Opera plans to convert Mill House near the Castle of Good Hope into a training and production centre, with development expected to begin in early 2028… Read More: Cape Town Opera plans …
New Cape Town SWAT unit to tackle gang crime, extortion and hostage situations
Cape Town has launched specialised SWAT and Metro Police aviation units to support high-risk operations, monitor crime hotspots and assist with search-and-rescue missions. The City says their …
Seven Boks come in for DHL Stormers
Seven Springboks will play their first match for the DHL Stormers this season in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship derby against the Hollywoodbets Sharks at DHL Stadium on Saturday. Scrumhalf …
31 000 people earn less than R1 000 in the Western Cape’s richest municipality
The Western Cape is home to one of South Africa’s wealthiest municipalities. The average selling price for a home in the area is R2.6 million, and climbing. But within this scenic and historic town, …
Qatar-backed Airlink sees ‘ambitious’ revenue growth
SA Airlink Pty Ltd, a South African carrier backed by Qatar Airways, expects a substantial increase in revenue this fiscal year as new deliveries of Embraer SA jets enable its expansion across the …
A Closer Look at the Subaru Forester Sport and Premium
The Subaru Forester Sport and Premium sit at the upper end of the Forester range, offering the same core SUV strengths with added comfort, convenience and visual appeal. Both models are powered by …
KFC Makes Not Sharing “Official” With the Mighty Bucket for One No Sharing Contract
The KFC bucket has always meant sharing. Today, KFC flips the script with a product built for one and a tongue-in-cheek contract designed to protect it. KEY POINTS KFC has officially unveiled its …
Silent protest honours the children killed since 7 October 2023
The names of 22,434 Palestinian children killed since 7 October 2023 were written on a 20-metre-long shroud displayed during a silent demonstration in Cape Town on Wednesday… Read More: Silent …
SportAccord heads to Africa for first time as Cape Town lands 2028 convention
News comes in same week that South Africa named among seven countries interested in hosting 2036 Olympic Games… Read More: SportAccord heads to Africa for first time as Cape Town lands 2028 …
Cape Town launches its own specialised SWAT, aviation policing units
Cape Town has unveiled its own specialised special weapons and tactics (SWAT) and aerial surveillance policing units. The SWAT unit will provide highly-skilled support for serious crime and high-risk …
Massive Win for Cobras
The YesPlay Cobras secured a convincing nine-wicket victory over WSB Eastern Storm in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup at Newlands on Tuesday. The Cobras won the toss and elected to bowl first. After restricting …
City of Cape Town to deploy new SWAT unit and expanded drones
The City of Cape Town says its newly established SWAT unit will be operationally deployed after its graduation later this month. The unit is being introduced alongside an expanded drone capability as …
Gene Signatures Identified in Children With Severe COVID-19
Researchers have identified patterns of gene activity associated with severe COVID-19 in children that are shared with other serious respiratory ….. Read More: Gene Signatures Identified in …
Proflight Zambia expands Johannesburg and Cape Town flights
Proflight Zambia is adding weekend and festive-season flights from Johannesburg and a new Friday service from Cape Town as it expands connectivity between South Africa and Zambia ahead of the holiday …
Australia prepare for first test in South Africa since ‘Sandpapergate’
Australia open their first South Africa Test since Sandpapergate, facing spin-friendly Durban conditions and lineup questions… Read More: Australia prepare for first test in South Africa since …
Cape Town’s Foreshore freeway plans excite, but questions remain over cost and completion
Former City of Cape Town planner Catherine Stone said the plans are exciting but also costly and without detail… Read More: Cape Town’s Foreshore freeway plans excite, but questions remain over …
SA20 auction 2026: Who has the biggest purse and what each team needs – everything you need to know
The SA20 Season 5 Player Auction will take place on Wednesday, with four franchises set to fill 19 remaining slots and a combined $2.10 million available to spend… Read More: SA20 auction 2026: …
Cape Town’s housing crisis spirals, as demand grows by more than 3,000 a month
Cape Town’s housing demand is growing by more than 3,000 a month, while the city delivers about 3,000 state-subsidised homes a year… Read More: Cape Town’s housing crisis spirals, as …
Travis Head Opens Up About Another Ball-Tampering Plan After Sandpapergate Controversy
Travis Head recalls taking a strong stand when South Australia teammates discussed ball-tampering during his time as captain… Read More: Travis Head Opens Up About Another Ball-Tampering Plan …
Airlink adds Cape Town-Lanseria route
Airlink has announced that it will launch twice-daily flights between Cape Town and Lanseria International Airport in Gauteng from 4 December, giving travellers between the two regions an alternative …
Sustainable fashion darling GuguByGugu wins gold at the 2026 Eco-Logic Awards
Alongside South African eco-champions such as FoodForward SA, Wessa, and Project 90 by 2030, the South African sustainable luxury fashion brand GuguByGugu won gold at the 2026 Eco-Logic Awards, …
ICA Live Art Festival turns Cape Town into a stage for free public art
Cape Town’s public spaces will become performance venues this October as the Institute for Creative Arts (ICA) brings its eighth Live Art Festival to streets, gardens and cultural sites across the …