Local Stories
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Subcouncils hail heroes in final meetings of the year
Mitchell’s Plain Sub-councils 12 and 17 wrapped up their final meetings of 2025 last week, with the chairpersons honouring community heroes.
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Cleft surgeries give new smiles to children at Tygerberg Hospital
Reconstructive surgeries for cleft lips and palates were performed at Tygerberg Hospital, supported by the Smile Foundation and Milky Lane.
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Knox Legacy Series brings top MMA fighters to Cape Town
Cape Town will host the Knox Legacy Series, an MMA event featuring local athletes and international challengers, in February 2026.
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Grandads Army cycling for Eastern Cape children
City spokesperson Jermaine Carelse joins Grandads Army Memorial Ride for sixth time, cycling East London to Cape Town to raise funds for Eastern Cape children’s surgical services.
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World Prematurity Day: Pre-term babies can thrive with proper care and support
Premature births affect one in nine babies in South Africa, but focused care and support can help them thrive and survive.
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Cape Town fire crews battle hundreds of vegetation fires in a week
Cape Town’s Fire Services prepare for a busy summer, responding to 632 vegetation fires recently. Public vigilance and reporting are urged.
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Bothasig CPF’s social walk raises awareness about GBVF and community safety
The Bothasig community united against gender-based violence during a social walk, raising awareness and emphasizing collective action for change.
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Prostaatkanker in die kollig: Tokkie gaan blou vir die manne
Dit wat hy met sy eerste besoek aan ‘n uroloog by die Tygerberg-hospitaal gesien het, onthou hy goed. “Daar is mos sulke lang gange. Voor die deur waar jy ingaan…
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SPONSORED | Impact study proposed for solar project near Fisantekraal
An exciting solar project has been proposed for Fisantekraal, featuring innovative solar PV technology and energy storage.
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Kraaifontein Library launches Lego corner for practical learning
The launch event brought together Early Childhood Development teachers to explore how building blocks can become powerful learning tools.
