Local Stories
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Historian to launch Salt River Heritage Tours to share the area’s untold stories
New Salt River Heritage Tours aim to preserve and share the overlooked history of one of Cape Town’s oldest suburbs, says historian.
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Life sentence for Kensington man who shot two police officers
A Kensington man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for shooting two police officers in 2024, leaving one constable with life-changing injuries.
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New Provincial Police Commissioner’s appointment welcomed
Western Cape leaders welcome Lt-Gen Sizakhele Dyantyi as Police Commissioner, emphasizing the need for better resources to combat crime.
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Bo-Kaap teen still chasing handball World Cup dream
Bo-Kaap handball player Mogamat Yusuf Samuel missed the Partille World Cup in Sweden after funding fell short, but he’s determined to try again.
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New ward boundaries approved for local government elections
Some Western Cape voters will cast their ballots in new wards after the Municipal Demarcation Board approved boundary changes for November’s elections.
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Blisters for Bread: Final days to enter charity walk
Blisters for Bread entries close on 2 August. Join the charity walk to help the Peninsula School Feeding Association provide meals to thousands of learners.
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Iziko Mobile Planetarium brings space science to South African schools
Iziko Museums’ new Mobile Planetarium will bring immersive space science, VR experiences and astronomy education to rural schools across South Africa.
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Cape Town’s first electric MyCiTi bus passes performance tests
Cape Town’s first electric MyCiTi bus, named “Evie,” debuted on July 23, marking a R7.1 billion investment in cleaner public transport.
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Molteno Reservoir in Oranjezicht closure extended to October
The Molteno Reservoir in Oranjezicht will remain closed until 1 October as the City completes safety upgrades and essential maintenance work.
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Kensington Educare’s milestone celebration gives back to community
Children at Kensington Educare Centre celebrated the school’s 85th anniversary by baking biscuits, performing for seniors and donating cupcakes, beanies.
