Athlone court murder suspect among three arrested in alleged gang-related crimes
Sibulele Kasa|Published

Athlone court murder suspect among three arrested in alleged gang-related crimes

Future of work: 12 employment and remuneration trends to monitor in 2026

Ashley Lechman|Published

As 2026 approaches, organisations need to be proactive in understanding and responding to these critical trends. The future of work is undeniably linked to how well ...

Hiker airlifted to hospital after fall in Muizenberg

Murray Swart|Published

A hiker was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a dramatic fall on a mountain trail in Muizenberg, prompting urgent rescue efforts.

Woman stabbed, dog killed in armed robbery on Signal Hill

Staff Reporter|Published

A woman was stabbed and her dog killed during an armed robbery on Signal Hill on Friday afternoon, December 26.

Two children hospitalised, three rescues carried out in NSRI Simons Town operations

Staff Reporter|Published

Two young children were transported to the hospital following a near-drowning incident at Millers Point, while three separate sea rescue operations were carried ...

Camps Bay High School musicians earn places in prestigious youth orchestra

Staff Reporter|Published

Four Grade 10 pupils from Camps Bay High School have been selected to join the prestigious Cape Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, showcasing their talent and dedication ...

Mdzananda Animal Clinic brings Christmas cheer to 332 pets in Khayelitsha

Staff Reporter|Published

The Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter spread festive joy to pets across Khayelitsha on Tuesday, December 23, distributing 332 food gift packs to dogs and cats ...

Final tally: 171 babies born on Christmas Day in Western Cape

Own Correspondent|Published

Christmas Day brought new life to the Western Cape, with a total of 171 babies born at provincial public health facilities, according to the Department of Health ...

Multiple informal settlement fires leave scores homeless in Western Cape

Staff Reporter|Published

City's Disaster Risk Management officials and Gift of the Givers teams are responding to multiple scenes following informal settlement fires across the Western Cape, ...

Western Cape public hospitals record at least 32 Christmas Day births

Own Correspondent|Published

A total of 32 babies were born at public health facilities across the Western Cape on Christmas Day, according to the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness. ...

South Africans travel smarter this festive season as Cape Town tops domestic holiday list

Own Correspondent|Published

Despite tighter household budgets, more than half of South Africans are still planning to travel this festive season, according to Cape Town Tourism’s latest Domestic ...

Two suspects arrested after reported mugging on Signal Hill

Staff Reporter|Published

A multi-agency response led to the arrest of two suspects following reports of a mugging on Signal Hill late on Tuesday afternoon, December 23.

Why Simon’s Town’s Christmas lights are a cherished community tradition

Erin Carelse|Published

Explore the rich history of Simon’s Town’s Christmas lights, a cherished tradition that has illuminated the festive season for over a century.

Tragic shooting claims the life of beloved taxi driver Yaseen Kippie in Lavender Hill

Kim Swartz|Published

Yaseen Kippie, 55, a dedicated taxi driver and family man from Bonteheuwel was murdered in a senseless shooting incident that occurred in Hek Street, Lavender Hill, ...

Cape Town City Ballet adds a matinee performance of Alice in Wonderland

Staff Reporter|Published

Don't miss the chance to see Cape Town City Ballet's enchanting production of Alice in Wonderland, now featuring an additional matinee performance on December 28. ...

Santa visits Sunshine Corner Crèche: A heartwarming Christmas celebration

Tara Isaacs|Published

The De Grendel Lions Club brought joy and festive cheer to the children of Sunshine Corner Crèche with a heartwarming Christmas celebration, featuring Santa, gifts, ...

Firefighters contain three Cape Winelands fires with no damage reported

Own Correspondent|Published

Firefighters from the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) have contained three fires that broke out across parts of the district, with no damage to property ...

Leftover magic: Easy Boxing Day recipes using Christmas leftovers

Olwethu Bhozo|Published

AFTER the bustle of Christmas, Boxing Day, is the perfect opportunity to slow down, and many will do just that at the beach with a leftover feast.

Accident claims life of Sixty60 driver, 23, in Faure

Staff Reporter|Published

Macassar police are investigating after a Sixty60 driver was killed in an accident on the R102, in Faure, near the Kelderhof entrance on Tuesday morning, December ...

Safety tips for hikers following fatal and medical incidents on Lion’s Head

Staff Reporter|Published

Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) has urged hikers to exercise extreme caution on Lion’s Head after a fatal fall and several medical emergencies were reported ...