Cape Town Etc

18/12/2024

A 53-year-old man was arrested on Monday, 16 December, after allegedly threatening to kill a Baboon Watch monitor:

A 53-year-old man was arrested on Monday, 16 December, after allegedly threatening to kill a Baboon Watch monitor with a firearm and assaulting him in Constantia, Cape Town.

18/12/2024

With major roads like Philip Kgosana Drive, the R27, M3, and parts of the N2 in focus, energy teams are working tirelessly to maintain the streetlights that help guide travelers safely through the metro.

As the festive season approaches, the City of Cape Town is ramping up its efforts to ensure key routes throughout the metro are well-lit, welcoming both residents and visitors to the Mother City, reports Cape {town} Etc.

18/12/2024

With a little preparation, you can ensure your hike is both enjoyable and safe.

As summer dawns, it’s the perfect time to escape into the breathtaking beauty of Table Mountain. This iconic landmark, with its varied hiking routes and scenic views, beckons nature lovers from all over the world, Cape {town} Etc reports.

18/12/2024

Sponsored | Let the little ones make the most of their time off school with Norval Foundation's Learning Centre Kids' Holiday Programme dynamic blend of creative workshops:

Designed to keep children engaged, inspired and creative during the holiday break, Norval Foundation‘s Learning Centre is running a Kids’ Holiday Programme until 10 January 2025. The programme offers a dynamic blend of creative workshops to ensure little ones make the most of their time off scho...

18/12/2024

Joe Schaffers, whose family was evicted from District Six under apartheid, was at the District Six Museum to mark its 30th birthday.

18/12/2024

Soweto Takes the Lead in E-Waste Recycling with Innovative Programme

Discover how Soweto’s innovative e-waste recycling programme is preserving landfill sites, protecting the environment, and empowering waste reclaimers.

18/12/2024

The donation, presented to the City’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Eddie Andrews, will also help in rescuing other marine mammals such as dolphins and pygmy s***m whales.

The City of Cape Town has received a generous donation of 10 seal stretchers to assist with the handling and removal of large dead seal carcasses along the city’s coastline, Cape {town} Etc reports.

18/12/2024

Mayotte, the archipelago between Madagascar and Mozambique, has been devastated by winds of up to 200kph, leaving hundreds, possibly thousands, of people dead.

In the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, Mayotte is facing an urgent crisis as authorities race to prevent hunger, disease, and lawlessness from taking hold in the French overseas territory, reports Cape {town} Etc.

18/12/2024

Despite extensive search efforts over two days, the missing man had not been located until Monday afternoon when police divers, supported by SAPS Community Orientated Policing (COP) volunteers, successfully retrieved the body.

The body of a 20-year-old man from the Eastern Cape, who went in Sedgefield on Saturday, was recovered by authorities on Monday, Cape {town} Etc reports.

18/12/2024

In his third Mayoral Minute since taking office, Hill-Lewis expressed gratitude for the ongoing support of the people of Cape Town and highlighted the transformative work underway in the city.

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has shared his annual Mayoral Minute, offering a reflective look at the city’s progress over the past year and a glimpse into its future, reports Cape {town} Etc.

18/12/2024

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 18 December. Today’s weather in Cape Town features a high of 22°C with an evening low of 16°C.

18/12/2024

Self-proclaimed “prophet” Shepherd Bushiri has criticized South African media for extensively covering Chris Brown’s concerts at FNB Stadium, which attracted 94,000 fans for two days.

Self-proclaimed “prophet” Shepherd Bushiri has criticized South African media for extensively covering Chris Brown's concerts at FNB Stadium, which attracted 94,000 fans for two days.

17/12/2024

A 23-year-old Pretoria teacher at Bronkhorstspruit Primary School, Kay van Greunen, gained viral fame on TikTok for her unique and compassionate teaching approach.

17/12/2024

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams inspired by Caf Awards victory

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams wins two prestigious awards at the CAF Awards, inspiring young South Africans to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.

17/12/2024

Authorities are calling for heightened road safety awareness following a tragic long weekend.

The Western Cape Department of Mobility has urged locals to drive carefully, following an increase in the death toll on the province roads over the past long weekend, Cape {town} Etc reports.

17/12/2024

The film secured a spot in the race for Best Live Action Short Film at the 2025 Academy Awards:

The South African short film The Last Ranger has gained international acclaim, winning multiple awards at prestigious film festivals and securing a spot in the race for Best Live Action Short Film at the 2025 Academy Awards, reports Cape {town} Etc.

17/12/2024

The Western Cape High Court has denied the appeal of a Chinese national, Beipeng Zhang, against the cancellation of his bail.

The Western Cape High Court has denied the appeal of a Chinese national, Beipeng Zhang, against the cancellation of his bail. Zhang, branded a 'serial offender' by authorities, had been granted R100 000 bail by the Cape Town Magistrates' Court in 2023 but saw it revoked after his re-arrest

17/12/2024

Another group of suspects abandoned their efforts due to the presence of law enforcement authorities:

Two suspects were arrested on Saturday night after allegedly robbing tourists of their belongings on Signal Hill in Cape Town, Cape {town} Etc reports.

17/12/2024

Cape Town is advancing plans for its first permanent desalination plant, set to be located in Paarden Eiland and operational by 2026:

Cape Town is advancing plans for its first permanent desalination plant, set to be located in Paarden Eiland and operational by 2026, Cape {town} Etc reports. This initiative is part of the City’s broader New Water Programme (NWP), aimed at bolstering water security in response to climate shocks a...

17/12/2024

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams was the star of the night at the CAF Awards in Marrakesh, Morocco, clinching two prestigious titles:

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams was the star of the night at the CAF Awards in Marrakesh, Morocco, clinching two prestigious titles: Men’s Interclub Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year.

17/12/2024

Final petrol and diesel price changes will be confirmed early next week, taking effect at midnight on Tuesday, 7 January 2025:

Data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) suggests a positive outlook for fuel prices in the new year, with recent trends showing a balanced shift between under-recovery and over-recovery as the rand/dollar exchange rate and global oil markets continue to fluctuate, reports BusinessTech.

17/12/2024

The Hawks' National Priority Violent Crime Investigation (NPVC) joined forces with the Cape Town Flying Squad and K9 Unit to trace and arrest Sive Sigobo for allegations of killing a police officer on Monday, 16 December:

The Hawks' National Priority Violent Crime Investigation (NPVC) joined forces with the Cape Town Flying Squad and K9 Unit to trace and arrest Sive Sigobo for allegations of killing a police officer, on Monday, 16 December, reports Cape {town} Etc. This follows after an arrest warrant for Sigobo (34)...

17/12/2024

Oscar Pistorius is reportedly in a new relationship with a Reeva Steenkamp lookalike.

Oscar Pistorius, the convicted murderer and former Paralympic athlete, is reportedly in a new relationship, just months after being released from prison on parole, reports Cape {town} Etc.

17/12/2024

Bain Whistleblower calls for holistic approach to combat State Capture

Athol Williams, Bain whistleblower, urges a comprehensive strategy to address companies involved in State Capture for justice and economic certainty in South Africa.

17/12/2024

In a heart-wrenching incident that has left the community of Madison, Wisconsin, in shock, a 15-year-old student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School:

In a heart-wrenching incident that has left the community of Madison, Wisconsin, in shock, a 15-year-old student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School, resulting in the deaths of a teacher and a teenage student, and injuring six others.

17/12/2024

You can explore four of the city’s iconic natural wonders in a single, action-packed day:

Cape Town offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature’s grandeur. For those short on time, you can explore four of the city’s iconic natural wonders in a single, action-packed day.

17/12/2024

Fifteen lives were tragically lost in a devastating accident on the N9 highway near Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape on Monday morning:

Fifteen lives were tragically lost in a devastating accident on the N9 highway near Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape on Monday morning, when an SUV and a minibus taxi collided head-on.

17/12/2024

Gasant Abarder ticked an item off his bucket list after meeting his favourite rap artist, Youngsta CPT, at an incredible hip-hop event. It wasn’t an overly-publicised event because the sponsors and organisers knew their audience would know. And the talent on display was exhilarating, he writes in a new column:

Gasant Abarder ticked an item off his bucket list after meeting his favourite rap artist, Youngsta CPT, at an incredible hip-hop event. It wasn’t an overly-publicised event because the sponsors and organisers knew their audience would know.

17/12/2024

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today:

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 17 December.Today’s weather in Cape Town features a high of 20°C with an evening low of 16°C.

16/12/2024

Through his social media platform, 'Mnu Khaya,' he raises awareness about language inequity and offers accessible resources for learning isiXhosa:

The famous saying, 'Whats your excuse?' rings true as a viral Tiktok video of a Joburg teacher has gone viral for his fluency in isiXhosa, Cape {town} Etc reports.