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Quantum driver rescued unharmed after hijacking in Langa
Four men aged 18-22 arrested in Cape Town for murdering hijacked car driver. Suspects found at filling station will appear in court.
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City launches fresh appeal as minstrel association battles for community support
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association faces a new court appeal from the City despite winning previous legal battles over venue rights. The organisation is struggling financially to continue the legal fight and has issued a public appeal for community…
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Bellville library forced to close after cable thieves strike
Bellville Library closes until 11 January 2026 after cable thieves steal electrical infrastructure. City works to restore power while residents use alternative libraries in surrounding areas.
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Cape Town mayor’s year-end message celebrates infrastructure progress and employment growth
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis reflects on 2025 achievements including R9.7 billion infrastructure investment, record employment levels, housing reforms, transport expansion, and progress toward building a city of hope for all residents.
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Cape Town gears up for spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations
Cape Town prepares diverse New Year’s Eve events including Mango Groove concert and cricket action
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Eleven pedestrians among 30 killed on Western Cape roads so far this holiday
Western Cape records 30 road deaths including 11 pedestrians during first week of peak festive travel between 15-21 December.
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Cape Town wins double international recognition as top travel destination
Cape Town won Best City – Editor’s Choice from Travel and Leisure India’s Best Awards 2025 and ranked 5th Best Place to Visit in Africa by US News & World Report. The double recognition comes as Cape Town actively targets…
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WATCH | City destroys nearly 3 000 litres of confiscated alcohol
Thousands of litres of booze, worth an inestimable amount, were poured down the drain today during the City’s annual publicised disposal of unclaimed confiscated alcohol.
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Relief for Makhaza residents as City plans urgent relocation to SST site
At least eight structures from Makhaza Road Reserved informal settlement are expected to be relocated to the SST area in Town Two soon
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Ntlanganiso accused’s murder case postponed to 7 January
The case against an 18-year-old male charged with the brutal murder of Kwakhanya Ntlanganiso between the shacks at BT informal settlement in Site C has been postponed to Wednesday 7 January for bail application.
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