15 h. ago W Cape High Court reviews Van Rhyn’s confession amid torture claims

The court continues viewing video of Van Rhyn's confession amid torture claims in Joshlin Smith case

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35 h. ago Eastern Cape officials probe triple rape cases at private schools

MEC says three children have been allegedly raped in Matatiele's private schools.

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56 h. 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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3 d. 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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4 d. ago “Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets

“Purpose,” a groundbreaking Broadway play directed by Phylicia Rashad, delves into Black political legacies and familial secrets through the fictional Jasper family. Written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, the production highlights the complexities of identity, history, and societal contributions, with the Jasper family as a powerful symbol of civil rights activism. Featuring a distinguished cast, including LaTanya… Read More »“Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets The post “Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago  Villa’s Rashford scores twice in FA Cup win over Preston, book semis

Rashford netted his first goal for Villa since a February loan move from Manchester United.

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6 d. ago Bodies of two boys who drowned in Northern Cape retrieved on Friday

Two boys drown in Delportshoop, families grieve as police investigate.

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6 d. ago PRASA’s test train run from Cape Town to Khayelitsha welcomed

The line was suspended in 2019 due to vandalism and theft.

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6 d. ago W Cape urges SASSA beneficiaries to switch cards before deadline

The deadline to switch to the new cards has been extended to 31 May

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7 d. ago South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities

South Africa is collaborating with the World Bank on a $3 billion initiative to revitalize urban infrastructure in eight major cities, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. These cities have experienced challenges, ranging from power outages and water shortages to degraded road networks and waste management systems. Under the plan, the World Bank will provide… Read More »South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities The post South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream

South Africa’s World Cup hopes hang in the balance as FIFA investigates their use of ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a 2-0 win over Lesotho. Mokoena should have served a suspension after two prior yellow cards but played regardless, prompting Lesotho to lodge a formal complaint. If FIFA rules against South Africa, the result could… Read More »Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream The post Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Teen appears in court for alleged Cape Town attack plot in 2023

The boy participated in social media chat groups and was allegedly recruited to be an extremist.

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8 d. ago Africa’s Football Temples: The 10 Biggest Stadiums on the Continent

Football is deeply embedded in Africa’s culture and is, by far, one of its most popular sports. Because of this, it is unsurprising that the continent boasts some of the world’s biggest and most iconic stadiums, each steeped in history and national identity. South Africa’s FNB Stadium is probably the continent’s most recognizable stadium, having… Read More »Africa’s Football Temples: The 10 Biggest Stadiums on the Continent The post Africa’s Football Temples: The 10 Biggest Stadiums on the Continent first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago Parly orders crackdown on rogue fuel suppliers selling dirty diesel

MPs assess operations during Aston Energy Refinery oversight visit in Cape Town.

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9 d. ago Myths and Mirages: A Journey Through Egypt’s Timeless Western Desert

Deep in Egypt’s Western Desert, myths, mirages, and history intertwine. From ancient monks in Wadi El Natrun to fossilized whales in Wadi al-Hitan, the desert reveals stories of faith, evolution, and human longing. Following the trail of Alexander the Great, who sought divine approval at Siwa’s Temple of Amun, the journey uncovers a timeless human… Read More »Myths and Mirages: A Journey Through Egypt’s Timeless Western Desert The post Myths and Mirages: A Journey Through Egypt’s Timeless Western Desert first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Bafana beat Benin to keep World Cup qualification hopes alive

The win means they remain top of the group with 13 points from six matches - 5 points clear of Benin

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1 week ago Two women arrested on the Cape Flats for illegal gambling machines

Police raided the premises where they found the illegal machines.

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1 week ago Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays

With only three weeks remaining until the Easter weekend, authorities have already intensified efforts to enhance road safety. Cape Town’s traffic department confirmed that preparations are well underway, with all traffic officers fully mobilised for the busy holiday period. Last week, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy officially launched the national Easter road safety campaign, highlighting lessons… Read More »Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays The post Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty

Ebrahim Rasool, the former South African ambassador to the US, received a warm welcome from ANC members and trade unions in Cape Town upon his return to the country. Rasool was declared persona non grata by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio following his critical remarks about Donald Trump’s foreign policy during a webinar. Rasool… Read More »Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty The post Expelled Ambassador Calls for South Africa to Uphold Sovereignty first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground

Ebrahim Rasool returned to Cape Town on Sunday, not as a triumphant negotiator but as a man unwavering in his convictions. The former South African ambassador to the U.S. was expelled with just a week’s notice, but if Washington thought it could dictate South Africa’s alliances, Rasool had a firm response: “America doesn’t get to… Read More »Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground The post Defiant Diplomacy: South Africa’s Expelled Ambassador Stands His Ground first appeared on iAfrica.

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