Cape Times

27/09/2024

The sexual debut before the age of 15, found to be higher among adolescent males than females, has been identified as one of the key drivers of the HIV epidemic in the Western Cape.

Despite this, survey findings show that WC has a lower HIV prevalence compared to other provinces.

27/09/2024

Banks Twist Mpati’s Commission Findings to Protect Status Quo!

Judge Mpati clarifies: his inquiry was investigative, not judicial. Why are banks acting like it’s a court verdict?

Like a scene from a poorly produced morality play, the banks, under the guise of self-appointed arbiters of integrity, have targeted Sekunjalo based on recommendations from the Mpati Commission of Inquiry.

27/09/2024

Simelane recently furnished a report to President Cyril Ramaphosa following allegations that she received money improperly from the VBS Mutual Bank during her tenure as mayor of the Polokwane Municipality.

Earlier this month, the Hawks executed a search and seizure warrant at the Polokwane Municipality, which invested more than R300m in the VBS Mutual Bank when she was mayor there.

27/09/2024

The Springbok enforcer – the heart of the pack, the man who sets the tone physically, the No 4 lock with the “crazy eyes” – was a centre at Tygerberg High School in Cape Town.

He will play in his 128th Test for the Boks in Saturday’s Rugby Championship finale against Argentina in Mbombela, eclipsing the 127 mark set by another legendary lock, Victor Matfield.

27/09/2024

Here is a quick look at some of the top stories in the Cape Times:

🗞️Simelane dismisses conflict of interest with NPA

🗞️Mpox vaccination challenges in DRC

🗞️Motorists can expect another drop in fuel price

26/09/2024

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26/09/2024

Schools in the province received their revised staff establishment for 2025, with the number of affected posts now standing at 2 407.

Schools in the province received their revised staff establishment for 2025, with the number of affected posts now standing at 2 407.

26/09/2024

While children play happily at the Christine Revell Children’s Home in Athlone, a generous donation from the Cape Town Chinese Women’s Association and Survé Philanthropies brings even more joy.

While several little children play carefree under the supervision of staff and volunteers at the Christine Revell Children’s Home in Athlone, a donation of essential items by the Cape Town Chinese Women’s Association and Survé Philanthropies added extra
joy.

26/09/2024

A total of 471 civil servants continued to be paid their salaries while on suspension as at the end of July.

At least a total of 54 employees were suspended for a period longer than one year.

26/09/2024

Seven suspects allegedly involved in extortion and kidnapping crimes were killed as they exchanged fire with police in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces on Wednesday.

While being chased in Bosmansdam Road, Bothasig, the suspects opened fire at two police vehicles with an assault rifle.

26/09/2024

Here's a glance into some of the leading stories in the Cape Times today:

🗞️Seven suspects killed in fiery shoot-outs with cops

🗞️Gwarube scrambles to avert budget cut crisis

🗞️Hundreds of suspended public servants paid for sitting at home

25/09/2024

Umalusi has named the unlawful sale of fraudulent certificates, online education and budgetary constraints as among the challenges besetting the work of the quality council for general and further education.

Umalusi CEO decried the unlawful sale of fraudulent certificates, saying they posed a threat to the credibility of qualifications.

25/09/2024

The long arm of the law caught up with him through DNA profiling after he was nabbed for shoplifting in Komani, formerly known as Queenstown, in 2022.

The long arm of the law caught up with him through DNA profiling after he was nabbed for shoplifting in Komani, formerly known as Queenstown, in 2022.

25/09/2024

Two husbands have been given the green light to use the surnames of their wives after a court overturned the provisions of an outdated law which prohibited this.

After their marriage was solemnised, and in the process of its registration, the wife was asked by the department official whether she was assuming the husband’s surname or retaining hers.

25/09/2024

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25/09/2024

The Springboks have backed flyhalf Manie Libbok to bring them their first Rugby Championship title since 2019 on Saturday despite coming under heavy criticism this past weekend.

While Argentina are still in the running to clinch the title, the Springboks only need a point from the clash to be crowned Rugby Championship winners.

25/09/2024

The Council for Geoscience (CGS) confirmed that an earthquake occurred on Tuesday evening, before 8pm.

An earth tremor was experienced in parts of Gauteng on Tuesday night, the City of Joburg's Emergency Medical Services reported.

25/09/2024

The Western Cape led with the highest number of misconduct cases at 213, followed by Gauteng with 131, KwaZulu-Natal 76 and Eastern Cape 42.

The South African Council for Educators conducted and finalised 120 disciplinary hearings, resulting in seven disciplinary hearings being finalised on new cases and a total of 113 disciplinary hearings were finalised on older or roll over cases.

25/09/2024

Here's a look into some of the top stories in the Cape Times today:

🗞️Serial ra**st sentenced two life terms

🗞️Umalusi outraged by sale of fraudulent certificates

🗞️Unpacking the maternity support grant

🗞️600 teachers charged with misconduct

24/09/2024

Libbok has been heavily criticised over the last few days after missing a crucial late penalty in last weekend’s 29-28 defeat to Los Pumas in Santiago del Estero.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus again expressed his backing for Manie Libbok on Tuesday after selecting him at flyhalf for Saturday’s Rugby Championship decider against Argentina.

24/09/2024

On this Heritage Day, remember that our diverse languages, traditions, and beliefs are what make us beautiful. Let's learn from each other and celebrate our unique identities!

As Heritage Day dawns upon us, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable tapestry of cultures, languages, and histories that weaves together our beautiful nation, South Africa. Heritage Day is a celebration of who we are; it is an invitation to reflect deeply on what unites us as a people, as South...

23/09/2024

This isn’t just about Sekunjalo; it’s a fight for all black-owned businesses in South Africa. Together, we can challenge the forces of economic sabotage!

Over 5,000 articles, many of them filled with insinuations, hearsay, and outright falsehoods, have been published with one goal in mind—undermine Sekunjalo’s credibility and drive the company to its knees.

23/09/2024

The people of Cape Town never chose these roads’ names – they were named by a “Pretoria Foreshore Board”.

The people of Cape Town never chose these roads’ names – they were named by a “Pretoria Foreshore Board”.

23/09/2024

An Eastern Cape primary school teacher has been fired for sexual misconduct involving a 13-year-old boy who she allegedly attempted to kiss and then offered R50 for his silence.

The learner also testified about a second incident where the teacher allegedly called him to the storeroom, closed the door and tried to kiss him again, but he again refused.

23/09/2024

ICYMI: She was stuck in a snow-enveloped car for almost three days without food and water, and now Thandi Bhengu lives to tell her harrowing tale.

Recounting her near-death ordeal, Bhengu said: “I couldn’t breathe properly.