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Western Cape opens R7 million tourism fund
Tourism businesses and organisations have been urged to submit applications early for a share of R7 million in provincial funding, as the Western Cape government implements a first-come, first-served approach […]
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Paarl’s Laborie wins top award at 2026 Cap Classique awards for third time
Paarl estate KWV Laborie claims top honours at the 25th Amorim Cap Classique Challenge, marking its third overall victory in competition history.
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South Africa’s municipalities trapped in debt cycle as failures outlast elections
Municipalities owe creditors R161 billion while Eskom reports R110.5 billion in municipal arrears, creating a crisis that survives electoral cycles and threatens essential services.
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Ghost Corner claims top honour at SA Terroir Wine Awards
Ghost Corner Wines claims top prize at SA Terroir Wine Awards for second consecutive year with Sémillon from Elim Ward.
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Mr Bubbles: Winemaker Pieter Ferreira to receive lifetime achievement award in London
Pieter Ferreira will receive the International Wine Challenge Lifetime Achievement Award on 7 September, becoming only the second South African honoured with the accolade.
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SPONSORED | A first for Paarl as Seartec takes print technology to new heights
Explore how Seartec elevates print technology through its groundbreaking initiative in the Winelands with stunning results.
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Drakenstein Municipality unveils biggest budget yet at R4,5bn
Drakenstein Municipality has tabled its biggest-ever budget of R4.5 billion, focusing on infrastructure upgrades, economic growth and job creation.
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SPONSORED | Milestone reached as Seartec launches new Paarl branch
Seartec officially opens its Paarl branch, bringing modern workplace technology and dedicated service to the Winelands region.
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SA wine industry welcomes China zero-tariff access
South African wine producers are set to benefit from the removal of all import tariffs on exports to China.
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South African wine grape harvest outlook improves for 2026
South African wine producers are regaining confidence as the 2026 harvest progresses, with the third crop estimate indicating a larger harvest and quality indicators showing strong potential across several cultivars.
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