Legal expert warns: Rising malpractice claims threaten South Africa's public healthcare
An alarming rise in medical malpractice claims is putting South Africa's public healthcare system under severe financial strain, raising critical questions about ...
Illegal plant trafficking in the Western Cape poses a serious threat to biodiversity
Over 2.5 million indigenous plants seized in the Western Cape reveal a growing environmental crime crisis, prompting urgent calls for action.
Cape Town residents unite for 67 blankets on Creativity and Innovation Day
Join Cape Town residents this weekend on 18 April for a vibrant day of creativity and community spirit at the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day event in Claremont, ...
Wilderness Search and Rescue marks milestone with 100th call-out after Table Mountain rescue
A 57-year-old hiker was rescued from Table Mountain after a night lost, marking Wilderness Search and Rescue's 100th call-out of 2026, highlighting the importance ...
Life Orientation is irrelevant in the digital age
As an educator, I witness the critical digital skills gap among students entering university. This article argues for replacing Life Orientation with Computer Applications ...
Gang-related violence in Bonteheuwel leaves five injured, four of them children
In a shocking display of gang-related violence, five individuals, including four children, were injured in Bonteheuwel, prompting an urgent investigation by the ...
One million seeds illegally harvested in Western Cape's biodiversity trafficking
A dramatic rise in seed poaching in the Western Cape, with over one million seeds illegally harvested in just five months, raises urgent concerns about biodiversity ...
Milnerton Lagoon shows early signs of recovery
The City of Cape Town reports promising early results from infrastructure upgrades at Milnerton Lagoon, yet experts urge caution in declaring significant improvements. ...
Mbekweni woman found murdered in boyfriend's home
In the wake of the tragic murder of 26-year-old Ntombi Manzi in her boyfriend's home, her family in Drommedaris, Mbekweni, is left devastated. As they struggle to ...
State seeks to combine taxi boss murder case with rapper AKA's case
As new evidence surfaces, the State aims to consolidate the murder cases of taxi owner Sibongiseni Gift Khanyile and rapper AKA, potentially reshaping the legal ...
Pelé’s African dream v Mamelodi Sundowns’ reality: A tale of two prophecies
While the late, great Pelé famously predicted an African nation would conquer the world by the year 2000, his prophecy remains stuck in the " loading" phase—hampered ...
Forest Heights teacher found guilty of misconduct and sexual abuse
After an arbitration ruling, a Western Cape teacher was dismissed for sexually assaulting a Grade 12 learner, raising critical questions about how prior complaints ...