Local News
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Bellville library forced to close after cable thieves strike
Bellville Library closes until 11 January 2026 after cable thieves steal electrical infrastructure. City works to restore power while residents use alternative libraries in surrounding areas.
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Six-year-old boy found dead in washing machine in Cafda
A six-year-old boy was found dead in a washing machine at his family home in Cafda on Friday morning. The child’s father had reported him missing to Steenberg police, who…
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Cape Town wins double international recognition as top travel destination
Cape Town won Best City – Editor’s Choice from Travel and Leisure India’s Best Awards 2025 and ranked 5th Best Place to Visit in Africa by US News & World…
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City of Cape Town reports 805 streetlight vandalism incidents in three months
“Cape Town recorded 805 streetlight vandalism cases in Q3 2025, costing R16 million. Vanguard Estate and Mitchells Plain worst affected areas.”
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David Kramer legacy wines launched to support struggling theatre artists
David Kramer launched a Legacy Edition wine collection with Fortes Family Wines at Cape Town’s Baxter Theatre. The Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz wines feature his iconic red veldskoene on the…
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Heathfield High Athletes Dominate Six Gun Grill Summer Sport Festival
A group of talented and aspiring athletic stars from Heathfield High made their school proud at the Six Gun Grill Summer Sport Festival where they delivered standout performances. The event…
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Grassy Park residents voice concerns about proposed Klip Road cemetery expansion
20 Grassy Park residents attend meeting on Klip Road Cemetery expansion. City plans 5-hectare extension amid Cape Town burial space shortage.
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Community heroes from Grassy Park to Steenberg honored at Ward 65 awards evening
30+ Ward 65 heroes honored for community service. 10-year-old Cassidy Hendricks wins third Hero Award for literacy achievements and charitable work.
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Four suspects arrested with half-million rand stolen goods haul
Metro police officers arrested four suspects in Eerste River yesterday for the possession of stolen goods to the value of half a million rand.
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Animal community outreach programmes halted in Retreat after attack
The Animal Rescue Organisation’s (ARO) volunteers survived a robbery at the at the Siyahlala Clinic.
