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When unelected wealth governs development priorities
Lorenzo Davids|Published

When unelected wealth governs development priorities

Lotus River residents struggle with leaks and health risks in their flats

Roshan Abrahams|Published

For years, Lotus River residents have battled persistent leaks and mould in their flats, facing health risks as winter approaches and repairs remain unaddressed ...

Dredging of Zeekoevlei: Sediment removal efforts continue

Staff Reporter|Published

The dredger is expected to remove 157 000m³ of sediment from Home Bay.

13 people killed in bloody weekend in Stellenbosch, Khayelitsha

Staff Reporter|Published

Western Cape police are investigating multiple shooting incidents in which 13 people were killed at the weekend.

Loggerhead turtle Kai returns to the ocean after six years of rehabilitation

Staff Reporter|Published

After nearly six years of dedicated rehabilitation, Kai, a loggerhead turtle, returns to the ocean, showcasing the power of marine conservation efforts in the Western ...

Notorious Cape Town petrol thief arrested again after brazen fuel theft

Marsha Dean|Published

A notorious Cape Town petrol thief has been caught red-handed once again, filling his tank with R800 worth of fuel and driving off without paying.

SAPS under fire: Convicted officers remain on duty despite serious crimes

Genevieve Serra|Published

An alarming report reveals that 164 police officers in South Africa have been convicted of serious crimes, yet many remain employed by the SAPS.

South African activists receive a hero's welcome after Israeli detention

Theolin Tembo|Published

After a traumatic detention in Israel, South African activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla return home to an emotional welcome at O. R. Tambo International Airport. ...

Residents in Cape Town want transparency on municipal charges

Genevieve Serra|Published

Ratepayers and watchdogs in Cape Town are raising alarms over municipal tariff changes following a High Court ruling, calling for transparency and urging residents ...

Rescue operation saves Chinese tourist stranded on Table Mountain during birthday hike

Yaeesh Collins|Published

A 22-year-old Chinese tourist celebrating her birthday on Table Mountain faced a terrifying ordeal when she became stranded after sunset.

Brave rescue operation saves dog from cliff edge in Hermanus

Yaeesh Collins|Published

A mixed-breed dog was heroically rescued from a perilous cliff face at Dreunkrans in Hermanus, showcasing the importance of community vigilance.

Watch VideoMohamed Esa hails record-breaking Cape Town Marathon win as triumph for African running

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Ethiopia's Mohamed Esa celebrated his historic 2:04:55 victory at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, calling it a major milestone for the sport on the African continent. ...

US skateboarder Jason Vanporppal completes African trek in Cape Town

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Follow Jason Vanporppal on his inspiring 6,400-kilometre skateboarding journey across Africa, raising funds for a Ugandan skatepark and celebrating South African ...

Mowbray tennis star Siyolise Schultz aims for European success

Buntu Gotywa|Published

Siyolise Schultz, 15, is on the brink of launching her professional career in Europe.

She’s not Joshlin’: Elsies River girl’s family calls for an end to cruel online comments

Marsha Dean|Published

An Elsies River family is desperately appealing to the public to cease the harassment of their daughter, who has been wrongly identified as the missing Joshlin Smith, ...

Watch VideoExhausted Abdeslam Ouaddou undecided on Orlando Pirates future after historic treble

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Abdeslam Ouaddou says exhaustion may force him to reconsider his Orlando Pirates future after delivering a historic domestic treble.

R1.6 million abalone bust leads to arrests of two poachers in Simon’s Town and Grabouw

Staff Reporter|Published

Minister Willie Aucamp warned that such crimes against South Africa’s wildlife will not be tolerated, as law enforcement agencies ramp up efforts to protect marine ...

Springbok Women look to fix disciplinary flaws despite 10-try thumping of Madagascar

Rowan Callaghan|Published

September praised the team's character and effort after 64-5 win over Madagascar, but warned discipline and unforced errors must improve ahead of Wednesday’s clash ...

Kipchoge upstaged as Esa smashes African marathon record in Cape Town

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Ethiopia dominated a historic day at the Cape Town Marathon as Mohamed Esa produced the fastest marathon ever run on African soil while Eliud Kipchoge finished outside ...

Sameemah Jacobs warned of contempt of court for refusing to remove pardah

Genevieve Serra|Updated

Sameemah Jacobs, accused of kidnapping and fraud, faces contempt of court for refusing to remove her pardah during her trial at the Bellville Magistrates’ Court, ...