49 h. ago Cape Town firefighter injured while battling Table Mountain blaze

198 households were evacuated yesterday from Noordhoek Manor amid the ongoing fire.

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3 d. ago Cape Town NGO honours Pope Francis’ legacy through community action

A Cape Town NGO serves daily meals, showing how small acts can uplift the lives of the destitute.

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1 week ago SACP Demands Urgent Intervention as Prominent Taxi Leader Mongi Titi Gunned Down in Nyanga

The South African Communist Party (SACP) in the Western Cape has called for urgent intervention from national government ministers following the fatal shooting of prominent taxi industry figure Mongi Titi in Cape Town. Titi, an executive member of the CATA Regional Taxi Association, was gunned down at the Nyanga taxi rank on Wednesday. According to… Read More »SACP Demands Urgent Intervention as Prominent Taxi Leader Mongi Titi Gunned Down in Nyanga The post SACP Demands Urgent Intervention as Prominent Taxi Leader Mongi Titi Gunned Down in Nyanga first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend

As the Easter weekend approaches, the City of Cape Town’s Traffic Department has announced an increased deployment of officers to ensure road safety during the anticipated surge in holiday travel. The department’s initiative, known as Operation Exodus, offers free vehicle safety checks for long-distance public transport operators. These checks focus on critical safety features such… Read More »Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend The post Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims

Western Cape Local Government MEC Anton Bredell has announced that preparations for a class action lawsuit on behalf of Riverlands flood victims are nearing completion. In August last year, severe floods impacted over 200 residents in Riverlands, a small farming community near Cape Town, following the collapse of four dam walls at a nearby farm… Read More »Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims The post Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront

Welcoming more than 350 exhibitors and 6000 visitors from over 25 countries, the inaugural Africa Food Show is poised to become Africa’s premier event for the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry. The  B2B event, which will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 10-12 June 2025 , is considered to be… Read More »The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront The post The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago GBV a result of societal, cultural and structural factors: Ramaphosa

Legal fraternity has gathered in Cape Town to discuss GBV.

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3 w. ago Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across Cape Town, impacting multiple neighborhoods and causing substantial disruptions. Areas such as Table View, Wynberg, and Parow have reported severe inundation, with numerous vehicles submerged and roadways rendered impassable. The City’s Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell, indicated that the Disaster Operations Centre has received numerous reports… Read More »Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits The post Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Cape Town police seize over R700 000 in counterfeit cigarettes

Spokesperson, FC van Wyk, says during the raid officers also seized a firearm and ammunition.

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3 w. ago Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown

South African road-running queen Gerda Steyn etched her name deeper into the history books on Saturday by claiming a record-breaking sixth consecutive title at the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town. Steyn dominated the 56km race, completing it in 3:26:54 – just over a minute off her own course record of 3:29:06 set in 2023.… Read More »Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown The post Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Free State police seize food items intended for illegal miners

They discovered 2 500 cans of energy drinks, 2 600 tins of corned meat and other food items.

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3 w. ago Cape Town temperatures set to soar ahead of Two Oceans Marathon

Participants in Two Oceans Marathon advised to take extra precautions amid high temperatures.

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4 w. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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