Local Stories
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Long queues and limited staff cause SASSA grant delays in Retreat and Lotus River
Frustrated residents from Retreat and Lotus River said they are fed-up after being turned away despite waiting several hours in the cold for their Sassa grants at the Retreat Civic…
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Beanies for babies: Capetonians knit to warm newborns
Capetonians from far and wide played their part in honouring the legacy of the late Nelson Mandela by knitting beanies for those less fortunate at Longbeach Mall in Noordhoek from…
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Southfield stormwater canal to be fixed
A canal in Southfield that sustained severe damage during the stormy weather is undergoing repairs.
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Ottery animal rescue launches R1 million drive for mobile vet clinic
An Ottery-based animal rescue organisation is appealing for funds to help cover their costs to build another clinic.
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Masiphumelele teen needs help to chase soccer dream in Sweden
A rising soccer star from Masiphumelele has the opportunity to impress scouts in Sweden but needs financial support to fund this dream.
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Fish Hoek author launches inspiring new book: Beholding the City
A Fish Hoek resident is celebrating the launch of his new book. Gerry Adlard, a volunteer at the Fish Hoek Valley Museum since last year, unpacked the research and travels…
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Shock as car plunges off bridge near Canal Walk entrance
A woman was injured after driving off a bridge near Canal Walk in Cape Town on Thursday.
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HIV Funding Western Cape: R590 Million Secured to Save Healthcare services
Western Cape secures R590 million in HIV and TB funding to restore critical health services and protect NGOs and healthcare jobs
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Critical thinkers, rage against the machine
“Dearly beloved. We are gathered here today to get through this thing called life.” These ominous words from the late great artist Prince have eerily become prophetic for capturing the…
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‘High Five’ Theatre Show brings Emotional Wellness tools to Cape Town Schools
High Five uses theatre to help children manage emotions like anxiety and bullying through kindness, resilience, bravery, and individuality.
