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City of Cape Town increases security for Guy Fawkes festivities
Cape Town is on high alert for Guy Fawkes Day, urging residents to report illegal fireworks and stay vigilant.
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Celebrate Hout Bay’s heritage at the Carnival and Fish Derby
The Hout Bay Carnival and Fish Derby are set to take place from 13 to 16 December, drawing thousands for a weekend of family-friendly events.
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Newlands mourns the passing of beloved Avenue Cafe owner, Mr B
Musthtaq “Mr B” Bhatkar, owner of the famous Avenue Cafe in Newlands, passed away suddenly at 72.
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Cableway back in action following fire at Table Mountain station
Table Mountain Cableway has reopened after a temporary closure due to a fire in the parking garage.
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Beloved baboon Quinton missing, residents urge help
Anxiety is growing in Southern Cross as community members and volunteers search for Quinton, a popular local baboon, who went missing yesterday.
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New study reveals higher rates and varied forms of elder abuse in Cape Town townships
“Women are abused more frequently and experience a wider range of abuse compared to men.” These are findings of new research on elder abuse in Cape Town’s townships released by Ikamva Labantu.
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UCT Day held on middle campus
The University of Cape Town (UCT) campus was abuzz with energy and excitement on Friday 25 October as students, staff, alumni, and friends gathered to celebrate UCT Day.
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Midnight cable thief caught red-handed by law enforcement on Cape Town’s M5
Cape Town law enforcement officers apprehended a man attempting to steal cable near Kenilworth.
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Exploring Hout Bay beyond the tourist traps
Gavin van Rooyen, a passionate local tour guide and single father, offers visitors a unique experience of Hout Bay by showcasing its hidden gems and diverse communities.
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How a nature-based approach is changing after-school programmes in Hout Bay
In Imizamo Yethu, an after-school programme is reshaping how children learn by turning nature itself into a classroom.










