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International slavery exhibition opens at Iziko Gallery in Cape Town
Iziko Museums has opened In Slavery’s Wake, an international exhibition exploring slavery, colonialism and Black freedom.
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Klaasenbosch Greenbelt storm damage leaves area looking like a war zone
Gale-force winds uprooted 23 trees in the Klaasenbosch Greenbelt, prompting volunteers to launch a R40 000 emergency storm damage appeal.
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Hajar’s homecoming brings tears of joy for family
Ottery activist Hajar Ahjum–Mathee received a hero’s welcome after returning from detention following a Gaza aid flotilla mission.
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Anti-immigrant marches prompt urgent government talks
March and March supporters marched in Bellville demanding the arrest of undocumented immigrants, prompting an emergency government security meeting.
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Local crowdfunding initiative turns sporting energy towards education
As runners, walkers and everyday South Africans set personal goals, a new local platform is asking them to go the distance for learners and schools too.
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Christel House marks 25 years with new Ottery high school
Christel House South Africa opened a new Ottery high school, expanding access to quality no-fee education for underserved learners.
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Mitchells Plain has second highest drug-related crime in the country
Mitchells Plain drops to second nationally for drug crime as Q4 stats reveal serious crime falling, despite South Africa’s high murder rates.
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Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: New record Africa’s fastest yet
The 2026 Sanlam Cape Town marathon delivers history: Esa runs Africa’s fastest marathon, an all-Ethiopian women’s podium, and Kipchoge’s African debut.
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Abalone worth R900 000 seized in two operations, near Simon’s Town and Gordon’s Bay
Over 500 kilograms of abalone worth R900,000 seized in Western Cape; multiple arrests made in two operations against poaching.
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Storm repairs underway at Philisa Abafazi Bethu in Retreat
A Retreat NPO is rebuilding after storm damage destroyed parts of its ECD centre and safehouse, leaving vulnerable residents exposed.
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