City banks on 'appropriate safety measures' after threats shut clinic

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The City of Cape Town said services at the Town Two facility were suspended to ensure that appropriate safety measures could be put in place.

City of Cape Town weighs legal options over electricity price increases

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South Africans will be saddled with electricity price hikes of 8.76% in the 2026/27 financial year, effective from April 1, and 8.83% for the 2027/28 financial year. ...

Vaccinations underway as province acts to curb FMD spread

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Agri Western Cape (AWC) and the Red Meat Producers’ Organisation Western Cape (RPOWC) said suspected FMD cases are under investigation in the Mfuleni, Makhaza, Kalkfontein, ...

Watch VideoHonest conversations helped Springbok Sevens side 'put respect back in the jersey'

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Led by a brace from Player of the Final Ryan Oosthuizen, South Africa edged out Fiji to reignite their 2026 HSBC SVNS title charge.

Special Tribunal orders release of five luxury cars seized during ‘Maumela raid’

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The Special Tribunal also found that the SIU should have disclosed all material facts including the registered owners of the vehicles when it had sought the preservation ...

Western Cape Government commits R100 million to procure FMD vaccines amid outbreak

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Provincial authorities also said suspected cases have been reported and inspected in George, Mossel Bay, Mfuleni, Makhaza, and Kalkfontein.

DA claims two crucial ANC wards in Western Cape by-elections

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DA Western Cape leader Tertuis Simmers said voters in the province have endorsed the DA’s delivery record.

Triumphant Cape2Rio sailing vessel sinks after dismasting, crew rescued

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The distance from safe harbour and the notorious unpredictability of the South Atlantic weather led to the final call of crew uplift and vessel abandonment.

Teenage pregnancies rise in Cape Town as City Health promotes early antenatal care

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In 2025, 22 097 women accessed City of Cape Town Health facilities for basic antenatal care - 1 230 were teenagers under 18.

St Francis Bay vessel fire sparks pollution fears

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The 40-foot vessel owned by Knysna Fishing Company sank on Monday, after a fire broke out while the vessel was at anchor off Paradise Beach in St Francis Bay.

Mayor's driver, bodyguard in court over murder of Air Force Sergeant

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Two VIP protection officers appeared briefly before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court charged with South African Air Force Sergeant Michael Swanton's murder. Swanton ...

Cape Town intensifies water inspections to combat wastage and enforce by-laws

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Transgressors can be issued a spot fine ranging from R1500 to R5000, each time they are found violating the City's by-law.

Western Cape water crisis heads for disaster status

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The province also launched its Western Cape Water Resilience Strategy in October 2025 which is being steadily implemented.

5 Ways South Africa is bridging its digital infrastructure gaps

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Discover how South Africa is making strides to close the digital divide, with nearly 79% of the population online and five key initiatives aimed at expanding connectivity ...

Karoo Donkey Sanctuary finds 'Hope' after year of challenges

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The Sanctuary has survived a difficult 2025, after being evicted from their home and later managing to purchase a 500-hectare farm at the base of the famous Meringspoort ...

Paarl Hospital arson suspect expected in court

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A 35-year-old man was taken into custody shortly after the incident and has been charged with arson.

Leopard electrocuted on Eskom power line near Worcester

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CapeNature confirms an adult male leopard was fatally electrocuted on an Eskom power line near Worcester after apparently fleeing a threat. The landowner discovered ...

Rescue swimmers, bystanders hailed for saving 9 people caught in rip currents

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A birthday celebration turned into a near-tragedy when nine people, including seven teenagers and two parents, were caught in dangerous rip currents at Kleinmond ...

Franschhoek mountain fire continues for tenth day as firefighters battle challenging terrain

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While the majority of fire lines in the area have been successfully addressed, a fire line at the top of the Banghoek Valley remains active.

'Gifted creator' Bravo Le Roux hailed for inspiring upcoming artists

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Bravo Le Roux rose from local community stages to national prominence through a body of work that reflected the lived realities, resilience, and aspirations of young ...

Former SAPS employee jailed for corrupt traffic fine scheme

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A former police officer who served 16 years with SAPS has been sentenced to six years in prison after exploiting a motorist over traffic fines.

SA marks another historic step in battle against HIV/AIDS

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The BRILLIANT 011 trial at the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation site at Groote Schuur Hospital enrolled its first participant this week, marking a major milestone in ...

Water on the way from PG Bison boreholes to Knysna Water Treatment Plant

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Motorists were urged to proceed with caution in the area, as water extraction was taking place adjacent to the N2 near the Karatara turn-off.

Cape Flats youth team makes history with Cape2Rio yacht race victory

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The Alexforbes Angel Wings team—comprising young sailors from the Cape Flats—has overcome significant challenges to claim first place on handicap in the 2025 Cape2Rio ...

R20 million emergency funding to tackle Knysna's water crisis as Day Zero looms

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DWS has also provided funding to Knysna Municipality for feasibility studies for a new small local dam to meet its longer-term needs.