Cape Town
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Overcome Heights fire leaves nearly 200 people displaced in Cape Town
The final assessment confirms 67 structures were destroyed in the Overcome Heights fire, leaving 198 people displaced as relief groups step in to assist.
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Fish Hoek Surf Lifesaving Club revives popular annual open water swim
The historic Fish Hoek Mile swim returns this September. Entries are capped at 350 to ensure safety and raise vital funds for local lifesavers.
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R2.1 million raised so far for National Funky Socks Day 2026
National Funky Socks Day on 11 September has raised R2.1 million. Buy a R10 sticker to help reach the R2.5 million goal for youth charities.
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Opposition slams City’s draft animal keeping by-law as absurd
The GOOD Party has slammed the City of Cape Town’s draft Animal Keeping By-Law as absurd, warning of warrantless searches and paid pet permits.
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Body of fatally shot teenager found under a bridge in Bridgetown
A 19-year-old man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds under a bridge in Blossom Road, Bridgetown. Athlone police are investigating.
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GALLERY | Eight new public artworks celebrate community stories
Eight new public artworks have been added to parks, sports grounds, libraries and community spaces across Cape Town over the past year.
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Cocktail festival returns for eight days of drinks and events
The AJABU Cocktail & Spirits Festival returns to Cape Town from 14 to 22 November with eight days of drinks, classes and bar events.
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Opinion | Balancing the costs of limitless convenience
Rapidly advancing technology meets our desires instantly, raising critical questions about the ultimate price we will pay for seamless convenience
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False Bay baboon activists strongly oppose caging of local troops
One hundred protesters gathered near Scarborough to oppose the caging of two baboon troops, sparking a fierce debate over fencing and permanent captivity.
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Bo-Kaap residents demand protection of Auwal Mosque heritage
Residents can comment on the Kensington, Factreton and Wingfield development framework at a public meeting on 19 September.
