Local Stories
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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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Bellville library forced to close after cable thieves strike
Bellville Library closes until 11 January 2026 after cable thieves steal electrical infrastructure. City works to restore power while residents use alternative libraries in surrounding areas.
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Assault case opened after alleged attack at Franschhoek holiday resort
A 19-year-old was allegedly assaulted at De Hollandsche Molen Resort in Franschhoek on December 21, 2025, in what the family claims was a racially motivated attack. Police have opened a…
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Police festive operations net multiple arrests across Western Cape
Western Cape police arrested six suspects across multiple precincts during intensified festive season operations on Tuesday. The arrests included charges for unlicensed firearms, drug possession, and possession of a suspected…
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Traffic officer’s viral bravery earns top safety award
Cape Town traffic officer Boy Makutu wins top safety award after viral taxi arrest video and 29 arrests in extraordinary year of service.
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Security officers foil armed robbery at Sonnedal petrol station
Quick-thinking security officers arrested four suspects after stopping an armed robbery at Engen Sonnedal following a dramatic foot chase.
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Firefighters turn gift deliverers into heartwarming Christmas initiative
Cape Town’s Fire & Rescue Services partnered with Shoprite/Checkers to deliver Christmas gifts to more than 120 vulnerable children at six local care facilities using fire trucks as festive delivery…
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Residents attend self-defence classes
“Recent years have revealed collapsed DNA labs, under-resourced police stations, and shelters struggling to support survivors.”
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Liggaamsbouer maak indruk op 19
“My vyfde plek het my baie trots gemaak, want dit was my eerste kompeterende jaar in die sport.”
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Police strike again: R115 million counterfeit goods bust in Bellville
BELLVILLE – Police have dealt another crushing blow to the counterfeit goods trade in Bellville, seizing fake products worth a staggering R115 million in a major operation on Tuesday 16…
