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New book explores the fascinating origins of South African place names
Dr Malcolm Venter’s book explores South African place names, their histories, meanings and renaming debates.
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Western Cape calls on residents to heed heart disease warning signs
The Western Cape Department of Health urges early detection and treatment of heart disease symptoms this World Heart Day to save lives.
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Clock ticking on Cape Town’s short-term letting by-law as hosts face commercial rates
Time is running out for objections and comments on Cape Town’s proposed short-term letting by-law, with submissions open until 5 October.
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Cycling organisation vows to closely follow case of two cyclists killed
Two cyclists on their way to work were killed on the R102 on Sunday morning, prompting the Pedal Power Association to demand justice and safer roads.
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Read to Rise launches new wordless book at Mitchells Plain educare centres
Read to Rise launched its new wordless book Oaket Goes to Sleep at Mitchells Plain early childhood centres to help children develop reading skills.
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A cupcake, a shoebox and a pre-loved dress can change lives
A shoebox packed with care can give a child Christmas joy, and a donated dress can help a matriculant feel like a princess on her big night.
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Study develops AI to detect misinformation in local languages
A North-West University PhD study has developed AI that can detect misinformation in English, isiZulu and Sepedi to create safer online spaces.
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Glacier-melt experiment earns Cape Town teens acclaim at Eskom Science Fair
Their passion for marine science inspired them to investigate the effects of melting ice on ocean salinity, water density and ocean stratification.
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Tygerberg Hospital is looking for the family of an unknown patient
Tygerberg Hospital is seeking the family of an unidentified patient admitted on 23 September who is believed to be from Blue Downs and in his thirties.
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Uber Eats driver dragged off bike in Brackenfell
A 21-year-old Uber Eats driver was dragged off his bike and robbed by two unknown men while stopped at a traffic light in Brackenfell Industrial.
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