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.

Public told to steer clear of Cape fur seals

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With confirmed rabies cases linked to Cape fur seals, CapeNature warns the public to stay away from these wild animals to prevent potential health risks.

Police arrest ten suspects in Central Karoo extortion crackdown

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Police have apprehended ten suspects in a significant operation targeting extortion syndicates in the Central Karoo, highlighting the ongoing threat to the local ...

How the illegal wildlife trade connects to drug trafficking and arms dealing

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The illegal wildlife trade is intricately linked to organised crime, including drug trafficking and arms dealing. A new study reveals how these criminal activities ...

Doctor 'finished off' murdered anti-apartheid icon Luthuli

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The court found that Luthuli was beaten to death by apartheid police, working in conjunction with employees from the then South African Railway Company.

Bakkies the elephant seal returns to Cape Town's shores

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Bakkies has made regular appearances along Cape Town’s coast for many years now.

Cultural icons David Kramer, Taliep Petersen to be awarded Freedom of Cape Town

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The legacy of cultural icons David Kramer and the late Taliep Petersen will be celebrated as they receive the Freedom of Cape Town in a momentous ceremony this January ...