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Extinction threat looms over African penguins in Cape Town
Cape Town has warned that African penguins face extinction, with fewer than 10 000 breeding pairs left.
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Ottery independent school pushes on despite zoning battle
An Ottery school for learners with special needs faces closure due to zoning laws, but its community is stepping up to keep education going.
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Cape Town SPCA calls for ban on cruel glue traps
The SPCA warns glue traps cause extreme suffering and may be illegal, urging Cape Town to ban their sale and promote humane alternatives.
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Affordable housing at Three Anchor Bay Road supported, with lower density urged
Earlier this month the City Council granted in-principle approval to explore the redevelopment potential of the 4,5-hectare City-owned land.
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Muizenberg community invited to meeting on major beachfront upgrades
Muizenberg Beach upgrades enter a critical phase as residents are invited to a community meeting to discuss closures, construction and future plans.
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City plans Harrington Square upgrades to boost safety and accessibility
Harrington Square and its surrounds in the City Bowl are under review, with the city prioritising upgrades to create a safer, more accessible public space.
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City ramps up winter flood mitigation amid widespread rainfall
Cape Town emergency teams work round the clock as heavy rains trigger 480 flooding complaints across multiple suburbs over weekend
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Cape Town removes ‘lower rates’ claim from social media after misleading advertising complaint
The City has removed its public claim that “lower rates are coming to Cape Town” following a complaint to the Advertising Regulatory Board.
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Lavender Hill activist enters race for Cape Town mayor
Ellen Pakkies enters the Cape Town mayoral race, aiming to tackle drug abuse, crime and poverty in Cape Flats communities.
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Severe weather causes flooding in Simon’s Town and Parkwood
Localised flooding and a fallen tree disrupted traffic across Cape Town after heavy rain, though no major residential damage was reported.
