Local Stories
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K9 Bunny sniffs out nearly 3 000 Mandrax tablets in Bellville bust
A K9-assisted operation at a Bellville informal settlement led to the seizure of nearly 3 000 Mandrax tablets and the arrest of a 34-year-old suspect.
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Gabrielle Union pays tribute to late father at South African wine estate
Gabrielle Union buried her father’s ashes in Cape Town while visiting a wine farm, honoring family bonds and memories made there.
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Bothasig AFC to host massive youth football tournament this weekend
Bothasig AFC’s sixth annual Back-2-Basics youth football tournament runs May 29-31, featuring 110 teams and promoting community participation and skill development.
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Abalone worth R900 000 seized in Western Cape poaching raids
Multi-agency operations seized over 500 kg of illegal abalone in Western Cape, highlighting threats to marine ecosystems and enforcement needs.
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Local crowdfunding initiative turns sporting energy towards education
As runners, walkers and everyday South Africans set personal goals, a new local platform is asking them to go the distance for learners and schools too.
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Bellville-meisie skitter op wêreldverhoog
‘n Bellville-leerling van DF Akademie verower vier medaljes by die Dance Star World Masters 2026 in Kroasië — ‘n trotse prestasie vir Suid-Afrika.
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New project empowers Goodwood’s young people in helping to ensure area’s safety and security
Young people in Goodwood can join the Community Policing Forum’s Youth Desk Project to learn leadership and safety skills.
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Badisa calls on businesses to give one hour for child’s play
Non-profit Badisa is calling on businesses to give one hour of play or profits to vulnerable children during Child Protection Week 2026.
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Monte Vista residents urged to upgrade security after spate of break-ins
Monte Vista residents are warned about a window removal syndicate; increased vigilance and security measures are encouraged to prevent incidents.
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DA raises alarm over squalid conditions at Fort Ikapa
The DA demands answers regarding poor conditions for SANDF members at Fort Ikapa, contradicting promised support and funding allocation.
