40 h. ago Kicking up a stink: row over sewage pollution blighting Cape Town’s beaches

Campaigners say authorities should be doing more to clean up waters around city of nearly 5 million peopleOn a clear summer’s day in Cape Town, the Milnerton Lagoon was serene, reflecting the bright blue sky and Table Mountain. But there was an unmistakable stench, and up close, the water was murky.A few hundred metres away, adults and children played in the water as it flowed into Table Bay. On the boardwalk, a sign read: “Polluted water: for health reasons, swimming and recreational activities are at your own risk.” Continue reading...

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59 h. ago This is the best South African wine, according to a wine expert

The One&Only Cape Town’s Head Sommelier Luvo Ntzeo decodes the signatures of the wine-making country and the expressions to sip on

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7 d. ago Vultures are among the least loved animals. African conservationists are trying to change that

Vultures have an image crisis and are among the least loved animals in the world

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1 week ago Trump Tariffs threaten 35,000 jobs, entire towns in South Africa's citrus sector, farmers group says

A farmers group says the new 30% tariffs set to be imposed on South Africa by the Trump administration will threaten 35,000 jobs in the country’s citrus-growing sector and the economies of entire towns

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1 week ago Feargal Sharkey challenges Scottish Water CEO to drink glass of river water amid sewage dump row

SUNDAY MAIL EXCLUSIVE: The ex-Undertones frontman has vowed to pay £1,000 to a charity of Scottish Water boss Alex Plant’s choosing if he agrees to the dare.

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2 w. ago A neighbourhood guide to Cape Town: this year's hottest foodie destination

Go beyond the sightseeing checklist

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3 w. ago South African ambassador expelled from US welcomed home by supporters

Ebrahim Rasool, declared persona non grata by Washington, was surrounded by crowds at Cape Town airportThe South African ambassador who was expelled from the US and declared persona non grata by the Trump administration was welcomed home on Sunday by hundreds of supporters who sang songs praising him.Crowds at Cape Town International airport surrounded Ebrahim Rasool and his wife Rosieda as they emerged in the arrivals terminal in their home town, and they needed a police escort to help them navigate their way through the building. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago David Coulthard recalls Eddie Jordan 'madness' in heartbreaking goodbye message

Former Formula 1 team owner Eddie Jordan died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town surrounded by his family after months of battling 'aggressive' bladder and prostate cancer

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4 w. ago 67,000 white South Africans have expressed interest in Trump's plan to give them refugee status

The U.S. Embassy in South Africa says it has received a list of nearly 70,000 people interested in refugee status in the U.S. under President Donald Trump’s plan to relocate members of a white minority group he claims are victims of racial discrimination by their Black-led government

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4 w. ago Inside Eddie Jordan's millions: Formula One mogul leaves a £463m fortune to his wife of 46 years and their four kids

Jordan had a rollercoaster ride of a life, not just within racing, and the former team owner's entrepreneurial instincts paired with his character brought him a whole host of success.

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4 w. ago Scots city named among world's top LGBT+ friendly destinations thanks to creative hubs and outdoor spots

The city joins global hotspots like Cape Town and Bangkok in Lonely Planet’s inclusive travel guide

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4 w. ago Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner and TV pundit, dies aged 76

Irishman had revealed his cancer diagnosis in December‘We all have a huge hole missing without his presence’The former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan has died aged 76, his family have announced. The Irishman revealed in December he had been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer which had spread to his spine and pelvis.A statement from Jordan’s family read: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur. He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20 March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago ‘We’ve lost a true legend’: Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner, dies aged 76

Irishman had revealed his cancer diagnosis in DecemberEddie Jordan gallery: looking back at his life in picturesTributes have been paid from across Formula One after the death of the former team owner Eddie Jordan, aged 76. The Irishman was a well-liked and well-respected figure who had defied the odds to bring his independent Jordan team into the sport and who went on to achieve notable successes including four grand prix wins, one for Damon Hill, and giving Michael Schumacher his first seat in F1.Jordan, popularly known as “EJ”, had been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer in December of last year that had spread to his spine and pelvis. His family released a statement on Thursday morning announcing he had passed away peacefully at his home in Cape Town. Continue reading...

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