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Tributes pour in for Scottish rugby legend Scott Hastings who dies aged 61
42+ min ago (428+ words) The news of his death has struck a profound chord within the rugby community, with tributes flooding in from fans and fellow players alike. In a heartfelt statement, his children Corey and Kerry-Anne announced that Hastings succumbed to complications stemming…...
North seals back-to-back Guardrisk North vs South title in Camps Bay
4+ hour, 16+ min ago (330+ words) Guardrisk North vs South wrapped up in style on Sunday, with Team North pulling away on the final day to beat Team South 32-24 and successfully defend their title in one of Cape Town's most scenic sporting settings. After a tightly…...
WPCA partners with Gift of the Givers to support flood-affected communities
1+ hour, 47+ min ago (290+ words) Effective from Monday, 18 May, Newlands Cricket Stadium will serve as an official collection point for in-kind donations, rallying the public to support those in dire need. The floods, which swept across the province, have wreaked havoc from the Cape Metropole…...
Gang-related shooting leaves four dead and a child injured in Kuils River
3+ hour, 47+ min ago (207+ words) The alarming event underscores the persistent violence associated with gang activity in the Metro. According to Colonel Andr" Traut, a spokesperson for the Western Cape Police, officers from the South African Police Service (SAPS) responded to reports of gunfire at…...
Brave motorists fight off smash and grab suspects in Cape Town
5+ hour, 28+ min ago (327+ words) The incident unfolded shortly after 1pm, coinciding with a busy lunch hour, when the women found themselves caught in heavy traffic opposite Leipoldt Hospital. Sharing their harrowing experience through a voice note forwarded by Cape Town Councillor Emre Uygun, one of…...
R12. 3 billion allocated to enhance water services in South Africa
7+ hour, 15+ min ago (584+ words) Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, made the announcement during the presentation of the Budget Vote for the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Parliament last Friday. This substantial funding allocation is expected to result in 70 bulk water…...
Zakes Bantwini Foundation launches to empower youth, women and creatives across SA
17+ hour, 54+ min ago (292+ words) The foundation was unveiled as a structured effort to turn raw talent into sustainable careers, focusing on industries where many aspiring creatives often struggle to gain access, despite abundant skill and ambition. Built around art, education, sports, music, and cultural…...
A Cloudy warmer day - Monday weather forecast
17+ hour, 36+ min ago (126+ words) Today's weather in Cape Town features cloudy skies, with a high of 21 C and a low of 16 C. The UV index will reach a good level of 2. Expect 90% cloud cover during the day, decreasing slightly to 86% by night. A south-southeasterly wind…...
Cape Town Marathon 2026: Know the road closures and transport arrangements
8+ hour, 12+ min ago (330+ words) The highly anticipated Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is just around the corner, taking place on 24 May 2026, as it gears up to join the ranks of the esteemed Abbott World Marathon Majors. With thousands of participants expected, the City of Cape…...
Here are the key takeaways from Ramaphosa's heated Parliamentary Q&A
18+ hour, 42+ min ago (488+ words) President Cyril Ramaphosa faced a wide-ranging and tense oral question session in the National Assembly on Thursday, addressing issues ranging from investment-led job creation and youth unemployment to crime operations, student debt, and allegations of misconduct within his Cabinet. Responding…...