Local Stories
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Metrorail faces growing fare evasion crisis at Steenberg and Nyanga stations
The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry said it was concerned about non-paying commuters at stations such as Steenberg, Stock Road and Nyanga.
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Surf group raises over R170k at 100 Wave Challenge in Strandfontein
A surf-support group surpassed their fundraising target and collected more than R100 000 at their 100 Wave Challenge at Strandfontein on Saturday morning 3 May.
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Cannon learners happy campers
From hiking under the stars to building fires the children got a full taste of outdoor life. They also enjoyed canoeing, swimming, obstacle courses and team-building games. Many said the…
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Muizenberg scout raises funds and donates toys for children in palliative care
A young girl from Muizenberg is collecting toys, books and toiletries for children with life-threatening illnesses and hopes the community can join her cause.
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Funding crisis hits HIV and TB health services
More than two months after the abrupt withdrawal of Usaid funding left nearly 700 healthcare workers at risk and essential HIV/TB services in crisis, vulnerable children are now facing the…
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Opinion| We’ve come a long way, but are we truly free?
What is freedom if truth can’t move freely? What is democracy if storytellers live in fear,or worse, disappear without a trace? As a journalist, I understand both the power and…
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Kensington dance crew needs help to realise global dream
They are a passionate dance crew and now their rhythmic prowess has earned them a chance to showcase their talent on an international stage.
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Cape Town’s Green Point Flea Market returns after 15 years
Cape Town’s iconic market, the Green Point Flea Market, is ready to reclaim its place in the heart of the city following a 15-year hiatus.
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New Woodstock youth programme empowers young people and tackles unemployment
To reduce youth unemployment in Woodstock and the surrounding communities the Youth Skills Programme was launched in Salt River.
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Bomb threat at District Six mosque supporting Palestine sparks outrage
A warning threat of a bombing and harm to worshippers sent to Al-Azhar Masjid in District Six has sent shockwaves through the religious community.
