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New anti-vandalism technology in Cape Town aims to tackle R49 million electricity theft

Murray Swart|Published 1 hour ago

With rising electricity theft costing Cape Town millions, the City is piloting new anti-vandalism technologies to protect essential services.

South African households struggle as food and electricity prices surge

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published 2 hours ago

The latest Cost of Living Report reveals that South African households are facing a relentless financial squeeze, with soaring prices for essential goods and electricity, ...

Panic buying causes petrol shortages in South Africa, warns government

Simon Majadibodu|Published 3 hours ago

Amid rising fuel prices, Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni reassures South Africans about stable fuel supplies while urging citizens to refrain from panic buying.

12 Tonnes of KitKat chocolate go missing: Nestlé's sweet heist sparks tracker hunt

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published 4 hours ago

Can you help Nestlé locate 12 tonnes of stolen KitKat chocolate? The company has launched a public tracker to recover its missing shipment.

Water restrictions loom for Cape Town as households exceed consumption targets

Murray Swart|Published 16 hours ago

With Cape Town’s dam levels plummeting to 47,8%, households are urged to take immediate action to reduce water consumption and avert impending restrictions.

How the City’s youth cadet programme combats gang recruitment

Murray Swart|Published 17 hours ago

Over 80 youth cadets advance in ranks as the City’s programme aims to deter gang recruitment and foster educational success among vulnerable young people.

High Court rejects Basson's bid to stop disciplinary proceedings

Zelda Venter|Published 19 hours ago

Dr Wouter Basson, infamous for leading apartheid's Project Coast, must continue facing disciplinary proceedings after the Gauteng High Court denies his request for ...

Malmesbury Bypass opens new freight corridor for Saldanha and inland markets

Murray Swart|Published 20 hours ago

The newly opened R693 million Malmesbury Bypass is set to revolutionise freight movement between Saldanha and inland markets, easing congestion and boosting economic ...

Thousands flock to Cape Town's traffic fine roadshow, clearing R16m in fines

Staff Reporter|Published 21 hours ago

Thousands of Cape Town motorists took advantage of a recent traffic fine roadshow in Athlone, settling nearly R16 million in outstanding fines and warrants, showcasing ...

Sukoluhle Linda Dube: Overcoming grief to graduate with a master’s degree

Murray Swart|Published 22 hours ago

Sukoluhle Linda Dube faced unimaginable grief while representing Stellenbosch University in a football tournament. After learning of her mother’s passing, she chose ...

Cape Town's waste collection services to continue during Easter holidays

Murray Swart|Published 23 hours ago

Cape Town residents can rest assured that waste collection services will operate as usual over the Easter public holidays, with important reminders to put bins out ...

After eight years, Blue the ragged-tooth shark is back in the ocean

Staff Reporter|Published 1 day ago

After eight years of dedicated care at the Two Oceans Aquarium, Blue, a female ragged-tooth shark, has made her triumphant return to the ocean, symbolising hope ...

16 Stranded travellers rescued in Meiringspoort flood as Easter travel warnings issued

Murray Swart|Published 1 day ago

A dramatic flood rescue in Meiringspoort highlights the urgent need for caution as rapidly changing weather threatens Easter holiday travellers in the Western Cape. ...

City of Cape Town's R6.8bn safety budget faces scrutiny

Murray Swart|Published 1 day ago

Cape Town's 2026/27 budget allocates a record R6.8 billion to safety, sparking fierce opposition criticism over its militarised approach. As residents prepare to ...

Cape Flats bloodshed persists despite SANDF deployment

Marsha Dean|Published 1 day ago

On the first day of the SANDF's deployment, two men were shot dead in Hanover Park, raising concerns about ongoing violence in the Cape Flats community.

Broken promises stall Cape Flats' new provincial hospital project

Murray Swart|Published 1 day ago

Cape Flats communities continue to face healthcare access challenges as the rebuild of GF Jooste Hospital remains delayed, raising urgent concerns.

What the Western Cape High Court's ruling means for the Mowbray Muslim Cemetery"

Zelda Venter|Published 1 day ago

The Western Cape High Court's ruling halts mortuary construction at the historic Mowbray Muslim Cemetery, raising questions about the future of religious burial ...

At 67, Retha Smit proves it's never too late to achieve your PhD

Staff Reporter|Published 1 day ago

At 67, Dr Retha Smit earns her PhD in psychiatry from Stellenbosch University, showcasing that perseverance and lifelong learning can lead to extraordinary achievements, ...

Ottery bikers bring hope and pickled fish to Cape Flats

Lilita Gcwabe|Published 1 day ago

This Good Friday, the Ottery Boyz Bikers will bring hope and nourishment to Cape Flats residents through their annual pickled fish run, a cherished Easter tradition ...

What Cape Town residents are saying about the alarming rise in fuel prices

Murray Swart|Published 1 day ago

As petrol prices rise sharply, Cape Town residents rush to fill their tanks, grappling with the looming impact on transport and food costs.