Local Stories
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Kraaifontein police station plagued by vehicle shortages and tech gaps as crime soars
A visit to Kraaifontein Police Station by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, revealed significant operational challenges undermining police efforts in one of Cape Town’s most troubled areas
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Funds raised for head girl diagnosed with rare and aggressive form of cancer
A fundraising campaign supports Chánterie van Rensburg, a Cape Town school head girl diagnosed with aggressive cancer, seeking R800,000.
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Hoërskool Tygerberg hou Interhuis-atletiekbyeenkoms
Die Hoërskool Tygerberg het vandeesweek sy 2026 Interhuis-atletiekbyeenkoms gehou. Die geleentheid is op Maandag 19 Januarie op die atletiekbaan en sportveld by Jan Burger-sportpark in Parow-Noord gehou. “Ons is baie…
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Roadworks along Hindle Road to commence
Cape Town begins Hindle Road roadworks from 20 January to 27 February, upgrading gravel shoulders and bridge maintenance. Day and night shifts planned with temporary lane reductions.
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Checkers and Edu Invest launch R5 Back-to-School stationery drive for Cape Town learners
Edu Invest and Checkers launch Act for Change campaign, enabling Western Cape shoppers to donate from R5 for learners’ stationery needs.
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Radio Tygerberg bederf onnies in Kaapstad
Beroepe soos ‘n mediese dokter of predikant word dikwels as ‘n roeping beskou. Vandeesweek is gesien dat presies dieselfde vir onderwysers geld.
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Van krisis tot kroon: Sewe onderskeidings vir Scottsdene-ster
‘n Leerder van die Hoërskool Scottsdene in Kraaifontein het strawwe persoonlike uitdagings oorkom om uit te blink in haar matriekeindeksamen, in ‘n gemeenskap wat deur bendegeweld en misdaad geteister word.
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House robbery reported in Plattekloof Glen as suspects flee across N1
A recent house robbery in Plattekloof Glen involved two suspects stealing valuables, highlighting increasing security concerns in the area.
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Traffic cameras help Cape Town police arrest suspected arsonist
Cape Town CCTV cameras help police arrest suspected arsonist spotted setting vegetation fires on M5 highway just after midnight Saturday.
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Private security firm shares safety tips around school runs at the start of a new academic year
Parents are reminded to prioritize safety during school drop-offs and pick-ups, implementing simple habits to mitigate risks.
