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Property valuation process begins for Cape Town homeowners
Cape Town begins 2025 property valuations that could significantly change municipal rates. Homeowners can object from February 2026 with new rates effective July 2026. Know your rights and prepare early.
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Two riders killed after being flung from motorcycle on Giel Basson, N1
Two motorcyclists killed after being flung from their bike in late-night crash on N1 at Giel Basson Avenue, in what appears to be a hit-and-run.
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Western Cape father and son duo break world record with lightning fast drone
Western Cape duo Luke and Mike Bell create world’s fastest battery-powered drone, reaching record speed of 480km/h with Peregreen 2.
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Thousands attend Cape Town’s colourful annual minstrel parade
Thousands attend Cape Town’s annual minstrel parade, a vibrant cultural tradition rooted in the city’s history of slavery and heritage.
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Pedalling for purpose: Man’s 7 000km journey to bring joy to children
Capetonian to pedal 7 000km solo across five African countries to raise R120 000 for 120 vulnerable children at Die Herberg Children’s Home in Robertson.
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Fund-raising bookshop expands
Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre is expanding its fund-raising bookshop.
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Western Cape police make multiple arrests in weekend weapon crackdown
Western Cape police arrested five suspects in separate weapon-related incidents over the New Year weekend. The most serious incident involved a high-speed chase where suspects fired shots at pursuing officers before being arrested with a loaded firearm. Additional arrests were…
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City launches fresh appeal as minstrel association battles for community support
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association faces a new court appeal from the City despite winning previous legal battles over venue rights. The organisation is struggling financially to continue the legal fight and has issued a public appeal for community…
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City loses appeal as minstrel community secures venue rights for traditional celebrations
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association won two court cases against the City of Cape Town over venue rights for their traditional celebrations. The City withdrew permission for Vygieskraal Stadium despite previous approval, prompting legal action that resulted in court…
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Fireworks still cause hidden trauma for animals despite fewer emergency calls
CAPE TOWN – The Cape of Good Hope SPCA is cautioning the public that fewer emergency calls during this year’s New Year celebrations don’t mean animals were spared from fireworks-related […]
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