Local Stories
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Robben Island Museum launches free heritage pass for children under 15
Robben Island Museum launches NextGen Heritage Free Pass, offering children under 15 free entry with adults from 1 June to 30 October 2026.
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Eskom races to restore power after devastating Western Cape floods
Severe storm damage in Western Cape has left many areas without electricity, with restoration efforts ongoing and timelines set for recovery.
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Bellville police seek volunteers for youth crime prevention desk
Bellville police are seeking volunteers to mentor young people and help prevent youth crime. No qualifications needed to make a difference.
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Radio Tygerberg vier 28 jaar van getroue bediening deur dr. Raymond Lombard
Radio Tygerberg het onlangs hulde gebring aan dr. Raymond Lombard ná 28 iaar getroue diens op lug.
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WCED prepares parents for Grade R, 1 and 8 admissions outcomes
Western Cape parents awaiting Grade R, 1 and 8 admissions outcomes are urged to remain patient as placements continue beyond 28 May.
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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.
