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CHPA warns that cart horses be kept off the roads on hot days
The Cart Horse Protection Association (CHPA) has warned cart horse operators to be mindful of the soaring temperatures. A hot weekend is predicted for Cape Town, the West Coast and […]
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Chief heat officer will help to beat the heat
Cape Town appoints its first Chief Heat Officer, Albert Ferreira, to strengthen heat response and protect communities from extreme temperatures
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Cape Town takes bold step towards running its own rail system
Cape Town could become South Africa’s first city to run its own passenger rail service, following the tabling of an ambitious business plan that outlines how the metro can revive the region’s struggling train network.
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Sanccob tightens biosecurity as bird flu threatens seabirds
Sanccob has heightened biosecurity measures after an African Penguin tested positive for HPAI, amid rising cases among seabirds in the Western Cape. The public is urged not to handle affected birds, while Sanccob focuses on testing and rehabilitating seabirds. Strict…
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Fire sweeps through Maitland refugee camp leaving over 200 displaced
A fire at a Maitland refugee camp in Cape Town left 248 individuals displaced on Thursday afternoon.
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Cape Town men run in purple speedos to raise prostate cancer awareness
As Cancer Awareness Month (commemorated in October) ended more than 20 men joined the annual walk on Friday 31 October.
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Concert dates announced for Ndlovu Youth Choir SA tour in 2026
The dates for the 2026 Ndlovu Youth Choir SA Tour have been announced. The 15 choristers and three-piece band promise to take audiences on an emotional roller-coaster ride, bringing passion, precision and heart to their South African shows next year.
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Violence and Mental Health in Cape Town: Awareness drive at Kenilworth Mall
Cape Mental Health led a Kenilworth Mall drive to raise awareness about the severe impact of violence on mental health
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Write your way to peace: Tutu Foundation launches global letter campaign
Tutu Foundation launches global Letters for Peace campaign. Share your peace message for digital Peace Wall at Cape Town lecture. Free tickets available.
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Fireworks fears fade: Cape Town’s pets enjoy calmer Guy Fawkes night
Cape Town SPCA had calmer Guy Fawkes night with only 7 fireworks incidents from 51 calls, thanks to law enforcement collaboration efforts.
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