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Tragic death of e-hailing passenger as tree falls during storm in Kenilworth
WESLEY FORD|Updated

Tragic death of e-hailing passenger as tree falls during storm in Kenilworth

11 000 shacks destroyed by Cape Town storm

Staff Reporter|Published

Estimates on Tuesday morning show that close to 11 000 structures sustained damage, affecting up to 42 000 people.

Kenilworth Clicks store temporarily closed due to storm damage

WESLEY FORD|Updated

No injuries were reported when a side wall collapsed at Clicks retail store in Mains Avenue, Kenilworth.

Help needed to retain Masiphumelele High chess teacher

Erin Carelse|Published

Masiphumelele High School is raising R90 000 to retain a dedicated teacher who runs an after-school chess programme.

Celebrating the heroes in scrubs: The Backbone of Healthcare in the Western Cape

Mireille Wenger|Published

On International Nurses Day, we celebrate the dedicated nurses who are the backbone of healthcare in the Western Cape.

South Africa's prisons: Over 2 000 officials disciplined amid corruption concerns

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The Department of Correctional Services says it is implementing a multi-year plan to strengthen perimeter security at prisons, including upgrades to fencing, surveillance ...

Samsung celebrates remarkable Level 1 B-BBEE accomplishment for 8th consecutive year

Partnered Content|Published

Samsung has reaffirmed its commitment to South Africa's transformation agenda by maintaining its Level 1 B-BBEE status for the eighth consecutive year, showcasing ...

PICS: Table Mountain parks damaged in storm

Staff Reporter|Published

Multiple incidents, including fallen trees and branches, flash flooding, water-related damage to infrastructure, and hazardous trail conditions have been reported ...

Western Cape blood stocks low: Call to donate

Staff Reporter|Published

Blood groups O-negative and O-positive are currently under the greatest strain, with O-positive at only a three-day supply and O-negative at just a two-day supply. ...

Storm causes widespread power outages across Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

Severe storms have plunged Cape Town into darkness, with emergency teams struggling to restore power amidst hazardous conditions.

PICS | Destructive storm leaves Cape Town communities in turmoil

Ayanda Ndamane|Published

Photographer Ayanda Ndamane captured the devastating aftermath of severe storms across Cape Town, revealing the stark contrast between affluent suburbs and struggling ...

Lecturer thanks his Grade 1 teacher during visit to Cornflower Primary School

Marsha Bothma|Published

Dr Clive Brown returns to Cornflower Primary School after 35 years to thank his Grade 1 teacher, Du Plessis, reflecting on how her guidance shaped his career as ...

Stormers’ Venter vows ‘full desperation’ in Cardiff clash despite home play-off safety

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Stormers are determined to match Cardiff’s intensity in their final URC regular-season fixture, as hooker Andre-Hugo Venter and coach Norman Laker eye a top-two ...

Outrage as Ipid probes alleged police murder of pregnant woman in Khayelitsha

Kim Swartz|Published

A pregnant woman from Khayelitsha tragically died after allegedly being tortured by police during a drug raid, igniting public outrage and demands for justice.

Watch VideoBulls target home URC quarter-final: Five key players to watch against Benetton

Rowan Callaghan|Published

After a dominant showing against Zebre, the Bulls look to secure a home play-off spot at Loftus Versfeld. We highlight five stars, including milestone-man Willie ...

Watch VideoVAR in South Africa: A miracle cure or a new breed of controversy?

Rowan Callaghan|Published

English football’s endless VAR debates offer a warning to SA that controversy does not disappear when referees gain replay screens.

Cape of Storms: Thousands left destitute by devastating weather

Staff Reporter and Xinhua|Published

With severe flooding and power outages affecting many areas, emergency services are mobilising to assist those in need.

Ramaphosa 'weaponised the judicial system to cling to political power' in legal review of Phala Phala report

Manyane Manyane|Published

Cyril Ramaphosa's bold move to challenge the Section 89 Independent Panel report raises questions about accountability in South African politics

Ramaphosa vows to challenge 'flawed' Phala Phala report

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Facing mounting public pressure, President Cyril Ramaphosa asserts he will not resign and plans to contest the flawed Phala Phala report after a critical Constitutional ...

Watch VideoEXCUSIVE | 30 days to Fifa World Cup: Nomvethe backs Hugo Broos to find ‘fearless’ Bafana squad

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana Bafana legend Siyabonga Nomvethe reflects on the 2010 opening game legacy as he backs Hugo Broos to select a mobile, hungry squad for the 2026 FIFA World ...