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City upgrades Plattekloof Road and Vryburger Avenue
The City of Cape Town is conducting overnight roadworks in Plattekloof and Bothasig to resurface key routes until March 23.
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Airport services gradually being restored, albeit spasmodic and fitful
“We extend our sincere thanks to the emergency response teams for their swift and professional action. Further updates will be issued …”
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Quick out of the blocks: Diemersdal releases South Africa’s first Sauvignon Blanc 2026
Just over a month after beginning its 2026 harvest, Diemersdal has bottled and released its first Sauvignon Blanc, the estate’s signature grape variety.
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Grandads Army all set for their 11th annual memorial ride
Grandads Army Memorial Ride begins Sunday with 38 cyclists riding East London to Cape Town, raising R400 000 for children’s hospital equipment.
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National Arts Council opens major arts funding call worth R350 000 per project
NAC launches 2026-27 arts funding with grants up to R350,000. Seven disciplines covered. Applications close March 13. Transform communities.
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Cape Flats YMCA launches safe spaces for youth
Cape Flats YMCA launches Teen Health Safe Spaces at Eastridge and Tafelsig, offering HIV testing, pregnancy screening, and youth health services.
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WATCH | Read to Rise launches wordless book for preschoolers
Read to Rise mascot Oaky the Acorn launched wordless preschool book ‘Oaky Bakes a Cake’ at 3Bears Educare, promoting early literacy development.
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Uproar about firecrackers thrown at people and dogs in Durbanville
Two young men threw firecrackers through their car window at a dog walker and at dogs in their yards.
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Melkbosstrand Beach temporarily closed after sewage leak
Melkbosstrand Beach has been closed after a sewage spill over the weekend. Authorities warn beachgoers to avoid swimming until water tests confirm safety.
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City and TLC expands early mental health intervention
City Health and TLC are strengthening teen suicide prevention after a sharp rise in youth screenings and suicide attempts across Cape Town.
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