Cape Town's luxury property market hits record R11.3bn in sales

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl have achieved unprecedented property sales of R11.3 billion, with luxury homes over R20 million driving the market. International ...

Cape Town's traffic crisis: Ranked 6th most congested city in the world

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town has been ranked the 6th most congested city worldwide, with drivers losing 96 hours annually to traffic. Officials are implementing the " Don't be a Creep" ...

Renewed calls for N2 security wall as smash-and-grab videos circulate

Murray Swart|Published

Following a grandmother's murder during an attack, the City is preparing budget allocations for the barrier, while patrol groups expose the criminals' methods.

Off-duty LEAP officer killed by drunk driver while assisting at accident scene

Murray Swart|Published

LEAP officer Lyle Thomas, 20, was tragically killed while selflessly assisting at an accident scene on Jakes Gerwel Drive. The Bonteheuwel resident was struck by ...

Racist harassment in healthcare: A nurse's ordeal in Cape Town

Zelda Venter|Published

A Cape Town nurse faced racist abuse from a patient, leading to a ruling from the Equality Court on hate speech and harassment in the healthcare setting.

iAccelerate welcomes 2026 intake of Cape Town pupils

Brandon Nel|Updated

iAccelerate SA is an entrepreneurship programme for high school pupils that focuses on practical, real-world skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and developing ...

Gang violence escalates in Western Cape as Government response falters

Murra Swart|Published

The latest Western Cape Gang Monitor reveals a disturbing rise in gang-related violence, highlighting systemic failures in policing and the criminal justice system. ...

Western Cape surgery backlog: 77-year-old woman among 100 000 waiting for care

Genevieve Serra|Published

Elizabeth Williams, a 77-year-old woman, faces severe health risks due to a surgery backlog at Groote Schuur Hospital, highlighting the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 ...

Calls for justice as two children laid to rest after tragic shootings

Genevieve Serra|Published

Two children, Zechariah Matthee and Alnika Mitchell, tragically lost their lives to gang violence in Cape Town. Their funerals were attended by hundreds as the community ...

Vangate Mall kidnapping attempt foiled: Man arrested for trying to snatch five-year-old girl

Kim Swartz|Published

A man was arrested for attempting to kidnap a five-year-old girl at Vangate Mall, prompting warnings from safety experts about child supervision during the festive ...

Experience a vibrant week of music, culture, and sport in Cape Town

Murray Swart|Published

Get ready for an exciting week in Cape Town filled with cultural, musical, and sporting events, featuring the Day of Reconciliation concert, the Stormers' return, ...

Cape Town introduces digital learner’s licence tests for a smoother experience

Murray Swart|Published

Discover how Cape Town's Driving Licence Testing Centres are transforming the learner’s licence experience with a new digital testing system, set to enhance efficiency ...

Kaapse Klopse community mourns the loss of legendary showman Luigi de Klerk

Matthew Marcus|Published

THE Kaapse Klopse community is in mourning after the death of legendary showman Luigi de Klerk on Saturday ahead of Cape Town Minstrel Carnival.

11 Anti-Gang Unit Members face court for murder in Manenberg

Genevieve Serra|Updated

Eleven members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit face serious charges including murder, assault, kidnapping and torture following the death of Wade Price during ...

Cape Town's lifesavers intensify WaterSmart campaign to prevent holiday drownings

Murray Swart|Published

Following seven fatal drownings in South Africa, Cape Town authorities ramp up water safety campaigns, urging beachgoers to swim only at patrolled sites and adhere ...

Matric results can now be published with exam numbers, confirms Gauteng High Court

Zelda Venter|Published

The Gauteng High Court has ruled that matric results can be published on public platforms, using examination numbers.

Trailblazing firefighter Arlene Wehr retires after 30 years of service

Murray Swart|Published

After nearly 30 years of breaking barriers in the firefighting service, Arlene Wehr retires, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and transformation.

Cachalia hints at making Phala Phala police investigation public

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has indicated that the classified IPID report on the Presidential Protection Unit's conduct in the Phala Phala farm theft investigation ...

Nehawu backs SACP's independent 2026 campaign amid ANC tensions

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Nehawu has announced its support for the SACP's independent campaign in the upcoming 2026 local government elections, amidst tensions within the Tripartite Alliance ...