Milosh Basson to remain in custody as investigation into Alnika murder continues

Marsha Dean|Published

THE FAMILY of Alnika Mitchell, 14, were relieved to hear that murder-accused Milosh Basson will remain in custody this festive season as the case against him was ...

Watch VideoDoctor Khumalo throws support behind Sipho Mbule ahead of AFCON

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Doctor Khumalo believes that Sipho Mbule has the ability to be a decisive figure for the national team, provided he is given the ...

Coach Hugo Broos warns of tough challenges ahead amid Bafana Bafana's high expectations

Herman Gibbs|Published

As Bafana Bafana stands on the precipice of a high-stakes tournament, coach Hugo Broos warns of more formidable challenges ahead in Morocco.

La Niña's impact on South Africa's weather: What to expect this festive season

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The South African Weather Service warns of potential weather risks linked to a weak La Niña climate pattern for the upcoming 2025/26 festive season, urging communities ...

Watch VideoAFCON 2025 - Group E breakdown: Mahrez looks to replicate 2019 exploits in Morocco

Obakeng Meletse|Published

The start of the Africa Cup of Nations is edging ever closer, and with every nation targeting the title currently held by Ivory Coast, the action will get underway ...

Festive Season Flush: City destroys nearly 3 000 litres of alcohol

Staff Reporter|Updated

In a bid to combat public drinking, the City of Cape Town destroyed nearly 3,000 litres of confiscated alcohol, highlighting ongoing challenges in enforcement during ...

Hugo Broos will oversee his 50th match as Bafana Bafana coach against Angola at AFCON.

Herman Gibbs|Published

Hugo Broos marks a significant milestone as he prepares to lead Bafana Bafana in his 50th match against Angola in Monday's clash in Morocco.

Rising violence: 96 teachers assaulted by learners in the Western Cape in 2025

Genevieve Serra|Published

With 96 reported assaults on teachers in the Western Cape this year, the ongoing issue of learner violence raises urgent questions about safety in schools and the ...

City of Cape Town refutes ActionSA's claims of unlawful sewage discharge into the ocean

Murray Swart|Published

The City of Cape Town has strongly denied allegations from ActionSA regarding the unlawful discharge of raw sewage into the ocean, asserting that the claims are ...

Cape Town ramps up festive safety measures as arrests surge

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town has ramped up its festive season safety operations with the deployment of hundreds of additional officers and a series of arrests aimed at curbing crime ...

CTIJF: Africa’s Grandest Gathering returns to Cape Town next year

Entertainment Reporter|Updated

Join us for the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2026, featuring Grammy-winning artists and a celebration of South African musical excellence. Secure your tickets ...

South African scientist honoured with ocean medal

Staff Reporter|Published

Professor Lynne Shannon from the University of Cape Town has made history by becoming the first recipient from the Global South to receive the 2025 Prince Albert ...

Police commissioner reveals how illegal firearms enter the Western Cape

Theolin Tembo|Published

The South African Police Service is intensifying efforts to track firearms belonging to 36,000 deceased residents in the Western Cape, as part of a broader strategy ...

Arrest of 11 Anti-Gang Unit officers raises concerns over due process

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Eleven members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit face serious charges, including murder and kidnapping, following the death of a Manenberg man.

Cape Town shines in Travel and Leisure Asia and U. S. News rankings

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town has been recognised as a premier destination by Travel and Leisure Asia and U. S. News & World Report, earning accolades in multiple categories and highlighting ...

Day of Reconciliation marred by multiple shootings: Taxi driver and teenager among victims

Genevieve Serra|Published

On the Day of Reconciliation, police in Cape Town responded to multiple shooting incidents, including the fatal shooting of a taxi driver in Lavender Hill and another ...

Pregnant woman claims police assault led to her unborn child's death

Kim Swartz|Published

A 23-year-old woman from Seawinds alleges that a brutal police assault resulted in the death of her unborn child. The incident, which occurred during a home search, ...

How gang violence is overwhelming police resources in the Western Cape

Theolin Tembo and Murra Swart|Published

The Western Cape police force is grappling with a staffing crisis and increasing crime rates, as Lieutenant-General Thembisile Patekile reveals alarming crime statistics ...

Outrage as motorist granted bail after cyclist's tragic death in Camps Bay

Murray Swart|Published

Following the tragic death of cyclist Idries Sheriff, a large group of cyclists protested outside the Cape Town Magistrates’ Court, demanding justice and calling ...