Cape Town
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Community rallies behind runner during 67 km Mandela Day challenge
Denver van der Bergh’s Mandela Day Run was a triumphant event of unity and hope, celebrating recovery and honoring Mandela’s legacy.
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Demand for staff escorts nearly triples as criminals target City services
The City of Cape Town’s law enforcement department facilitated 10 700 security escort requests in the past year, as demand for protection of staff.
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Bothasig needs a retirement village before more housing, says councillor
Ward 5 councillor Miquette Temlett advocates for a retirement facility in Bothasig, prioritizing elderly needs over additional low-cost housing.
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Come and join Mandela Day Run this coming Sunday
The Mandela Day Run, a 67 km event honoring Nelson Mandela, promotes recovery and community support, organized by Denver van der Bergh.
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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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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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Couple celebrates 50 years as dedicated Lions
Jeannie and Alan van Wulven celebrated 50 years of service with Lions Club, reflecting on community impact and personal journeys.
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Tree planting boosts biodiversity at Olienhout Park in Plattekloof
A tree-planting event at Olienhout Park featured 12 indigenous Wild olive trees to enhance biodiversity and the park’s environment.
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Cape independence the only solution to tax drain, says CAPEXIT
CAPEXIT has renewed its call for Western Cape independence, claiming Capetonians lose 75% of their taxes to the national government.
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Cape Town breaks tourism records — but the local market is losing ground
Cape Town’s tourism sector has recorded a landmark year, with a new report revealing record visitor numbers, revenue and job creation across the city.
