Local Stories
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Gordon’s Bay resident Emily Christian celebrates 100th birthday
Gordon’s Bay centenarian Emily Christian celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends at her home on Tuesday 6 October.
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Gordon’s Bay resident marks a century of grace and quiet gratitude
Gordon’s Bay resident Emily Christian credits a life of faith, family and staying active for reaching her 100th birthday celebration.
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Mpox cases rise to 22 as health authorities confirm new infections
The Department of Health has confirmed four additional mpox cases, raising the national total from 18 to 22 as of 22 September 2026.
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Body found on Table Mountain believed to be missing man
Cape Town police believe a body found on Table Mountain is that of missing hiker Wayne Barnard, with formal identification still under way.
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WATCH | Cape Town women protest Ekurhuleni killings and demand action
About 100 women protested outside Cape Town Central Police Station, calling for action after at least eight women were killed in Ekurhuleni.
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Fruit industry stalwart Henk Griessel retires after 25 years
Henk Griessel has retired after 25 years at Tru-Cape, leaving a lasting legacy as mentor and quality expert in the deciduous fruit industry.
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Nomzamo’s Gebevu has the right spark as he gains national recognition
Monde Gebevu (25) was ranked among the top artisans in South Africa, a milestone he credits to hands-on craftsmanship learnt from his father.
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WATCH: NovaNews Newscast — Today’s top stories, 8 September 2026
A nine-year-old’s dream comes true with Siya Kolisi’s autograph, government moves to block the sale of Nelson Mandela’s possessions, and King Charles makes it clear that Harry and Meghan won’t…
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Higher education minister intervenes as CPUT remains shut after violent protests
CPUT remains shut after violent protests, with R1.5m in damage as Minister Buti Manamela deploys a team to resolve student grievances.
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Somerset West’s Breyton Poole vaults to silver glory in Finland
Breyton Poole shines on the international stage, earning silver at the Joensuu Motonet GP 2026 with a 2.18m high jump performance.
