Local Stories
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Table Mountain up for top honour at World Travel Awards 2026
Table Mountain has once again been nominated for Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2026.
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Cape Town water shutdowns planned for multiple areas this week
While not all households be affected, residents are advised to store enough water in clean, sealed containers as a precaution.
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IEC WC launches Schools Democracy Week to boost youth voting awareness
The programme is aimed at promoting democratic values and active citizenship among learners ahead of this year’s Local Government Elections.
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Gang-related shootings rock Salt River as violence escalates
Within the span of a month, two people were shot and killed and three others wounded in five separate shooting incidents.
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Easter period sees a spike in formal, and decrease in informal residential fires
Cape Town experienced an increase in residential fires over Easter, with formal incidents rising from 12 to 30 compared to last year.
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Santaco Western Cape new leadership elected at Grabouw conference
The South African National Taxi Council elected new leaders focused on uniting taxi associations and improving safety in the industry.
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V&A Waterfront Superyacht Marina to boost jobs, tourism, and tech hub status
Cape Town’s maritime economy is set for a boost with a R230 million investment in a new Superyacht Marina at the V&A Waterfront.
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Western Cape commits R15 million for 2027 Cricket World Cup venues
The Western Cape Government has allocated R15 million to upgrade cricket facilities ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027.
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Cape Town gears up for 55th Two Oceans Marathon as runners arrive for race week
Thousands of runners are descending on Cape Town as the 55th Two Oceans Marathon gets underway, bringing a packed line-up of races.
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‘Roads are in appalling state: not adapted to suit heightened reliance on them’ – AA CEO
Bobby Ramagwede highlights South Africa’s poor road conditions, emphasizing the need for comprehensive maintenance programs and infrastructure improvements.
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