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Brazilian woman sentenced for drug dealing
A Brazilian woman, Gleyiane da Silva, received an eight-year sentence for cocaine trafficking, with three years suspended.
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New publication addresses some of the most urgent questions
The Jaap Durand Chair at UWC has published a new essay collection tackling South Africa’s most pressing questions about identity, memory and justice.
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Luke Bell targets Guinness record for longest drone flight
After breaking the Guinness drone speed record three times, the Western Cape builder now aims to fly for longer than anyone else.
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City launches emergency repairs after sewer collapses in Table View
Emergency repairs are under way in Table View after a major sewer pipe collapse, with temporary measures in place to prevent pollution.
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Improved water quality offers hope for Milnerton Lagoon, but concerns remain
Milnerton Lagoon restoration shows progress as improved water quality, returning marine life and fewer odour complaints point to environmental recovery.
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Study seeks balanced approach in male circumcision
A UWC study calls for a culturally sensitive approach to male circumcision that protects young men’s health without eroding traditional values.
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Cape Town turns up the heat on Parklands drug trade — and the ‘forex traders’ driving R2.6m cars with fake plates
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis joined a Metro Police operation in Parklands responding to mounting drug-related complaints.
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First MyCiti e-bus arrives for its pilot run
Cape Town’s first electric bus has arrived for testing, with 38 more planned for the MyCiti service by 2027.
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Varsity Football is coming back with new teams and ‘Friday vibes’
Varsity Football 2026 launches in August with Friday night matches for the men’s competition and two blockbuster weekends for the women’s tournament.
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Cape Town hosts record South African Open Chess Championships
Cape Town hosted one of the largest editions of the national open in the country’s chess history, drawing more than 500 players.
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