UCT Prof confirms, 3I/ATLAS is “acting like a comet and not something unusual”

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Local experts confirm that 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar visitor, behaves like a comet, dispelling theories of artificial origins. Discover how South Africa's MeerKAT ...

Uncovering the realities of fraud and how to combat it at Fraud Film Festival SA

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The Fraud Film Festival explores fraud in all its forms, from corruption and deception to integrity challenges; issues that both visibly and invisibly erode society. ...

Cape Town's festive safety plan prioritises gang-affected communities

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The City of Cape Town is rolling out a record festive season safety operation, with its recently-deployed 700 new officers bolstering the ranks of over 4 000 existing ...

Local heroes complete Wines2Whales to support St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric Care

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Two municipal employees, hailed as local heroes, completed the challenging Wines2Whales mountain biking race to raise funds for St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric ...

Major crackdown on counterfeit and unsafe goods: Air fryers, brake fluid, and expired food seized

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The NRCS has launched a significant campaign against counterfeit and unsafe products in South Africa, resulting in the seizure of air fryers, brake fluid, and counterfeit ...

Navy Chief's criticism of defence funding prompts ministerial backlash

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In response to Lobese’s remarks, the Department of Defence and Military Veterans distanced itself from what it described as an “unfortunate outburst worst still ...

Former SARS employee sentenced to six years for tax fraud

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Over a period of 25 months, former SARS employee and registered tax practitioner, Michael Benson submitted eleven fraudulent VAT201 returns to SARS, claiming refunds ...

Proteas win completes magnificent SA sporting weekend

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Following the Springboks’ courageous 32-14 victory over Italy and Bafana Bafana’s 3-1 win over Zambia, the Proteas rewrote the record books in India with a 30-run ...

City weighs option to bring in new male following death of Rondevlei hippo, Brutus

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Brutus arrived at Rondevlei in November 1981, and was the first hippo to be reintroduced into the Western Cape in 300 years. He was still producing offspring until ...

Westlake residents unite to rescue kittens

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When a cat gave birth in a Westlake roof, residents banded together to rescue the kittens, showcasing the power of community and compassion.

Triple murder in Mitchell's Plain, 3 bodies found in a VW Polo

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Western Cape Provincial SAPS Commissioner Thembisile Patekile condemns the latest triple murder in Mitchell's Plain, urging the community to assist police in their ...

Cape Times Mixed Americano Padel Tournament set to serve up excitement

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Padel fever has arrived in Mother city and Padel Life Pinelands is leading the charge, gearing up for the Cape Times Mixed Americano Tournament, a social-meets-competitive ...

Prince Albert man sentenced after DNA links him to rape and murder committed 12 years ago

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After 12 years of living undetected, Romano Keyser has been sentenced to 20 years for the rape and murder of Anna Abrahams, a case that highlights the challenges ...

Fish Hoek residents urged to stay vigilant after murder of local woman

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Residents of Fish Hoek are urged to remain vigilant following the tragic murder of a 22-year-old woman in her home, as police investigate the incident and community ...

Municipalities' lack of readiness puts brakes on Aarto

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Motorists in South Africa face a delay in the Aarto Amendment Act's implementation, originally set for December, now postponed to July 2026 due to municipal readiness ...

Two friends arrested for drunk driving after Porsche Taycan hits traffic vehicle

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An alleged drunk driver in a Porsche Taycan hit a traffic vehicle and called a friend, who also arrived drunk.

How brave metro cop died fighting suspected robber

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Four suspects arrested for the murder of Metro Police Constable Tyler Lamb are set to appear in court.

Koeberg Unit 2 gets controversial 20-year licence extension

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Activists said the approval came despite alleged serious safety and governance concerns in Eskom’s application.

Police use thermal imaging to capture escaped convict

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The incident comes on the back of the recent escapes at Wynberg and Strand Police holding cells.

Trucks getting stuck on Bain’s Kloof Pass: A warning for drivers

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Freight and logistics operators are reminded to comply with the height restrictions on Bain’s Kloof Pass, following a worrying trend of heavy vehicles getting stuck, ...

Cape Town's Guy Fawkes chaos: Law enforcement officers targeted

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A group of about 70 people gathered at Strandfontein pavilion, setting off fireworks. They dispersed when Traffic Officers arrived on scene.

MPs demand permanent bans for educators guilty of sexual misconduct

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MPs expressed deep concern over the alarming trend of educators implicated in sexual misconduct re-entering the education system.

19 Angulate Tortoises killed in shocking poaching incident at Table Bay Nature Reserve

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The City of Cape Town is reeling from the shocking poaching of 19 Angulate Tortoises at the Table Bay Nature Reserve, where staff discovered their empty shells.

Reasserting gang dominance could have triggered deadly Pollsmoor violence

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One of the inmates involved in the attack on prison staff was reportedly a self-proclaimed “General” of the 26 Gang.

Fourth suspect in Wynberg Magistrate's Court escape re-arrested

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Ismail George was arrested on Sunday in Mitchell’s Plain.