Strain on Cape Town's disaster management as critical role remains unfilled

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town's disaster management capacity is under strain as a key role remains vacant for over a year, impacting emergency response during critical incidents.

Watch VideoPhungwayo’s Nedbank Cup journey comes full circle against Sundowns at Loftus

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Patrick Phungwayo knows all about " sleeping giants." In 2010, the left-back used the Nedbank Cup to announce himself to the world; tonight, he returns to the competition ...

When infrastructure works, so does the economy

Tertuis Simmers|Published

People are right to be sceptical when they hear government speak about faster delivery. Too often, acceleration is promised without any explanation of what will ...

Bushbaby rescue: Stowaway Maurice returns home after 1,400km journey

Murray Swart|Published

Dozens of students at CPUT are left vulnerable, sleeping outside the District Six campus as the accommodation crisis deepens, despite recent temporary solutions. ...

South African cities unite for inclusive public transport solutions

Staff Reporter|Published

In a landmark workshop, South African cities collaborate to revolutionise public transport accessibility, paving the way for a more inclusive future.

Debate erupts over Halaal certification requirements for Khayelitsha Hospital catering

Genevieve Serra|Updated

The Khayelitsha Caterers Forum is calling for the removal of Halaal certification as a mandatory requirement for catering tenders at Khayelitsha Hospital, arguing ...

Six years on: Why is justice still evading the family of Craig Douglas?

Genevieve Serra|Updated

The family of Craig Douglas, a murder victim, continues to seek justice as key evidence and witnesses remain elusive, leading to delays in the trial process

Political dynamics in the DA as leadership contest heats up

Karabo Ngoepe|Published

With John Steenhuisen stepping aside from the DA leadership race, political analysts weigh in on potential successors and the implications for the party's future ...

Watch VideoAmakhosi face early Nedbank Cup examination in Stellenbosch clash

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Defending Nedbank Cup champions Kaizer Chiefs begin their title defence against Stellenbosch FC in a demanding Last 32 encounter at Cape Town Stadium on Wednesday ...

AFU secures R11m recovery after Foschini accountant falls victim to WhatsApp fraud

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the AFU recovered R11 million after a Foschini accountant was duped in a sophisticated WhatsApp scam, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance against ...

Watch VideoKZN clubs brace for demanding Nedbank Cup round of 32 assignments

Obakeng Meletse|Published

The Nedbank Cup returns with KwaZulu-Natal’s representatives facing tough Round of 32 tests against Betway Premiership opposition

Lazola Gungxe, ANC councillor, murdered in Crossroads

Murray Swart|Updated

ANC councillor Lazola Gungxe has been shot dead in his office, intensifying fears over the safety of public representatives in Cape Town amid a worrying trend of ...

From Hanover Street: A musical tribute to District Six's resilience

Staff Reporter|Updated

Join for a heartfelt journey through music and memory as we honour the legacy of District Six in 'From Hanover Street', returning to the Artscape Theatre from 10 ...

Justice system fails Craig Douglas's family as key evidence collapses

Genevieve Serra|Updated

Craig Douglas's family faces heartbreak as charges against his alleged killers are withdrawn due to lack of evidence, leaving them to seek justice after years of ...

Cape Town theatre explores love, desire and survival in upcoming shows

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

This February, Cape Town stages three very different stories, each peeling back the layers of the human heart.

UCT's Dr Marianne Camerer receives international award for anti-corruption research

Staff Reporter|Published

Dr Marianne Camerer of UCT is honoured with the International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award, recognising her decades of impactful research and teaching in the ...

Temple Boys: a beacon of hope for aspiring young artists in the Cape Flats

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Discover the inspiring journey of Temple Boys, a gqom music group from Cape Town, as they rise from humble beginnings to viral fame, driven by community support ...

Court ruling: R6.4 million compensation for Gugulethu train accident victim

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Western Cape High Court has awarded R6.4 million to Aviwe Hopewell Tobi, who suffered life-altering injuries after being pushed from a moving train in 2013.

Steenhuisen to withdraw from DA's leadership race

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Reports indicate that DA Federal leader John Steenhuisen will not contest the upcoming leadership race.