Local Stories
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Cape Town runner killed by falling tree during Slave Route Challenge
A 59-year-old female runner died after she was struck by a falling oak tree during the Slave Route Challenge on Sunday 1 June.
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PDSA suspends Kensington mobile vet clinic amid safety concerns and gang threats
People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) has made renewed calls on law enforcement agencies to safeguard staff when entering communities.
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Cape Town’s new junior speaker championing youth voices in City council
Mizero Hope Munyandekwe believes young people’s voices should be heard where it matters most: on city council level. That’s now become her mission.
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‘Let’s begin our own journey’
What started as a quiet, solitary mission by one man has sparked a powerful movement in the heart of Imizamo Yethu. Mark Xubuzane, a born-and-bred local, has inspired a growing…
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Engaging Kids in Environmental Stewardship
The Lions Club of Tokai brought environmental stewardship to life through their Bag-A-Burger clean-up initiative, held at the scenic Soet-water Environmental Centre. As part of Lions International’s Environment Service Pillar,…
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Public outcry as historic gum trees are felled despite City’s assurances
The felling of three mature gum trees on Manor Road, Hout Bay, has sparked public outrage. Local advocacy group TreeKeepers Cape called the act “unjustified” and “deeply damaging” to Cape…
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Nurses reflect on passion, purpose, and the challenges of the profession
They are known as the backbone of the health sector and often go beyond the call of duty to ensure patients are taken care of.
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Harmony Primary School launches satellite classroom to support holistic education
The learners at Harmony Primary School can look forward to practising yoga and going on educational excursions after the launch of their satellite classroom.
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Kommetjie artist unveils otter sculpture to inspire wetland conservation
An artist from Kommetjie hopes his sculpture of a Cape clawless otter reminds the public about the beauty of nature and our responsibility to protect our environment.
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Non-profit empowers Masiphumelele youth with sewing skills
A non-profit based in Masiphumelele hopes to upskill the community and build future leaders and facilitators.
