Five rising URC stars aiming to catch Rassie Erasmus’s eye at Springbok alignment camp

Rowan Callaghan|Published

With 40 players assembling for the latest Springbok alignment camp, we look at five young United Rugby Championship standouts pushing for higher honours.

Two fallen giants, one defining night: Spurs and Chelsea meet in turmoil at toxic London derby

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Tottenham need a single point at Stamford Bridge to mathematically secure Premier League survival, while Chelsea enter the derby following the shock appointment ...

Bree Street construction halted due to immigration raid

Leah Samuels, Mia Barends and Tao Naicker|Published

A dramatic immigration raid on a Bree Street construction site led to the detention of several undocumented workers, halting operations and raising questions about ...

Leinster eye historic double as South African hurdles await in URC play-offs

Rowan Callaghan|Published

After prioritising Europe throughout the season, Leinster are now two trophies away from completing a historic Champions Cup and URC double — though South African ...

Gift of the Givers expands flood-relief efforts in the Western Cape

Theolin Tembo|Published

Join the Gift of the Givers in their urgent humanitarian response to the devastating floods affecting over 100 000 residents in the Western Cape.

Western Cape dams surge above 70% capacity after severe storms

Wendy Dondolo|Published

Following devastating storms in the Western Cape, dam levels have dramatically surged above 70%, prompting extensive recovery efforts to support affected communities. ...

Creashy takes inspiration from support and 'just wants to live out the rest of her life now'

Kim Swartz|Published

Creashy Maart, 19, said seeing everyone share her story has been amazing.

ACDC Duet Xchange: A new era for choreographic innovation in South Africa

Entertainment Reporter|Published

Discover the ACDC Duet Xchange, a groundbreaking platform for choreographic innovation, taking place this weekend at the Mother City Theatre. Join us for a celebration ...

Roadworks start in Thornton, Maitland, Cape Town CBD and Newlands

Staff Reporter|Published

The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate has started with roadworks in Thornton, Maitland, Cape Town CBD and Newlands.

R800 000 fine looms for koesister and vetkoek home bakers in Cape Town

Kim Swartz|Published

Residents of Newfields Village in Hanover Park express their fears as the City of Cape Town threatens to shut down home-based businesses selling baked goods, raising ...

Watch VideoSharks owner Marco Masotti defends investment after ‘tough tough’ season

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Despite missing out on the URC play-offs, Sharks owner Marco Masotti has firmly hit back at critics, calling his investment in the Durban franchise an " absolute ...

Cape Town clinics screen 683 000 residents as hypertension diagnoses rise

Staff Reporter|Published

During the 2024/25 financial year, City clinics conducted 683 638 blood pressure screenings, while 4 486 residents were newly diagnosed with hypertension.

Safety fears grow as unleashed dogs roam Hout Bay beaches

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Concerns are growing in Hout Bay over dogs being allowed to run freely on local beaches, with residents reporting recent incidents involving unleashed animals. Ward ...

Efforts ongoing to clear rockfall on Oudtshoorn–Cango Caves road

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Western Cape Infrastructure MEC Tertuis Simmers confirms that specialist teams are actively stabilising a rock face after a significant rockfall has closed the road ...

Traffic officer saves Cape Town family from criminals lurking in bushes

Kim Swartz|Published

A Cape Town mother recounts a terrifying tyre bust incident with her children and the heroic traffic officer who came to their rescue.

Cashless taxis to launch in Cape Town in June

siyavuya khaya|Published

On June 1, CODETA will launch the cashless payment system tthat requires commuters to use cards that will be scanned when entering taxis.

837 rape cases closed in Western Cape due to 'untraceable victims'

Genevieve Serra|Published

Why were 837 rape cases closed in the Western Cape? This shocking revelation raises questions about the availability of rape kits and the effectiveness of the SAPS ...

Cape Town Marathon 2026: Road closures, transport and race weekend guide

Staff Reporter|Published

The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, taking place on May 24, is one step closer to joining the prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors

New traffic by-law amendments aim to curb street racing and dangerous driving in Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how Cape Town's proposed traffic by-law amendments aim to combat street racing and enhance road safety, following a public participation process.