Local Stories
Local Stories
Local Stories
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Cape Town launches sweeping global campaign to boost visitor economy
A sweeping marketing campaign is taking the city’s story across six continents and 55 cities, raising the Mother City’s profile on the world stage.
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Beware water disconnection scam, City of Cape Town warns
The City of Cape Town warns residents about scammers impersonating City staff, soliciting payments to avoid water disconnections.
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Sewage flood forces Makhaza shack dwellers to evacuate after pipe burst
Shack dwellers from Makhaza Road Reserved Informal Settlement had to evacuate their shacks after they were flooded with sewage on Saturday 29 November.
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Newlands heritage walk: Community planning phase completed
Ward 63 councillor Mikhail Manuel completes community planning for Claremont/Newlands Heritage Walk, marking progress in preserving local historical sites.
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HIV is nothing: TB survivor and activist shares journey from stigma to strength
“The only thing that is needed when you are HIV positive is to take care of your body and treatment,” said a Khayelitsha HIV/Aids activist, Babalwa Mazaleni.
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Courageous young boy touches hearts as he beats TB with world-class care
Hayden recovers from tuberculous meningitis at St Joseph’s free paediatric care facility, transforming from bedridden to walking and singing.
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Groups gather in Edgemead to take a stand against gender-based violence
Residents of Edgemead protested against gender-based violence, uniting various organizations to support victims and raise community awareness.
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GALLERY | Cape Town’s festive lights switch-on draws thousands
This long-standing tradition is one of the city’s most cherished events and signals the official start of the festive season.
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Fuel on Wheels founder achieves dream alongside world champ
Johan Oosthuizen, founder of Fuel on Wheels, participated in a charity ride with Mark Cavendish, raising R2.1 million for men’s health.
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EC wins national Power Towers Food Drive for fourth time
The Eastern Cape won the Power Towers Food Drive, collecting 19.6 tonnes of food, a national record, benefiting multiple local charities and demonstrating strong community support.
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