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Blisters for Bread changes lives through school feeding
Blisters for Bread in association with Lucky Star will take place on Sunday 16 August at the Green Point Common Sports Grounds.
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Cata mum as three taxis burn at Nyanga Taxi Rank in Nyanga
CATA remains silent on the Nyanga Taxi Rank fire incident while police investigate the arson of three taxis.
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Demand for staff escorts nearly triples as criminals target City services
The City of Cape Town’s law enforcement department facilitated 10 700 security escort requests in the past year, as demand for protection of staff.
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Experts warn of the hidden danger of carbon monoxide poisoning this winter
Residents warmed to take precautions against carbon monoxide poisoning, known as the “silent killer” because it is impossible to see, smell or taste.
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Ilitha Labantu promotes stronger family-school partnerships
Ilitha Labantu’s workshop in Gugulethu aimed to empower parents and school leaders to enhance child safety and involvement in education.
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Khayelitsha and Langa communities demand action after Public Protector report
Community leaders welcomed the Public Protector’s report revealing service failures in Khayelitsha and Langa, urging the City to address critical infrastructure issues.
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Tragic loss as young SA rugby star Luqobo Makwedini dies in France
South African rugby has been plunged into mourning following the death of promising young prop Luqobo “Bibo” Makwedini.
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South African World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25
Bafana Bafana footballer Jayden Adams (25), who represented his country at the 2026 World Cup, has died.
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Mfuleni shack fire kills 21-year-old man, woman seriously injured
A 21-year-old man was burned beyond recognition, and a woman was seriously injured in a shack fire at Main Road in Mfuleni on Friday, 10 July.
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Eight killed in three Cape Flats shootings over two days
Eight people were killed and five injured in three Cape Flats shootings in Mitchells Plain and Philippi East on 8 and 9 July 2026.
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