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- Western Cape welcomes 101 New Year’s Day babiesThe Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness announced the arrival of 101 babies born in public health facilities across the province. Pictured is Porthea Hoffman and baby after giving birth at the Tygerberg Hospital. A total of 101 babies were born in public health facilities on New Year’s Day,… Read more »
- Events to look forward to this yearIt will be another busy year for the Mother City with a number of events to cater for all. If you’re still feeling festive despite the holiday edging towards its end, whip out your year planner and mark these upcoming events in the Mother City, on your calendar. Beats to… Read more »
- Kaapse Klopse annual contest kicks off ahead of Cape Town street paradeThe Kaapse Klopse annual competition kicked off with at Athlone Stadium yesterday, Wednesday January 1, with teams bringing their A-game on Day 1. Typically, the festivities for the iconic street parade follow the Cape Town Street Parade on 2de Nuwe Jaar, but this year the schedule was adjusted due to… Read more »
- Wynberg swimming pool closed until January 4Wynberg swimming pool has undergone maintenance. Wynberg swimming pool will remain closed until Saturday January 4. The pool was initially scheduled to reopen today, Tuesday December 31, however, the City of Cape Town says due to unforeseen delays, filling the pool will take approximately three days. “Following this, cleaning, testing… Read more »
- The big days are finally hereThe minstrel season is here and is set to entertain crowds. The klopse calender is in full swing. Day 1 of that much anticipated Athlone Stadium kick-off takes place tomorrow, Wednesday January 1, drawing weekly audiences of 20 000 people every Saturday until February 1. Throughout the year, The Klops… Read more »
- Early birds try to catch their spots for klopse paradeLarge areas outside the St George’s Cathedral in Cape Town were demarcated for families to secure a spot for the Cape Town Street Parade this weekend. Thousands want to catch a glimpse of their favourite minstrel troupes at this Saturday’s Cape Town Street Parade and some fans have gone as… Read more »
- Call to use fireworks responsibly – and only if you have a permitYou’re not allowed to set off fireworks without a permit, and SANParks have urged people not to use fireworks anywhere near the Table Mountain National Park. Picture: Supplied The South African National Parks has warned against the use of fireworks – particularly in areas near the Table Mountain National Park… Read more »
- Cops take zero tolerance stance on illegal street parties in ManenbergManenberg police have issued a stern warning that illegal street parties will be shut down. “Community members be warned,” said Manenberg police station commander, Brigadier Jayce Naidoo. Brigadier Naidoo said these parties were “strictly prohibited” due to horrific past experiences. “The last street party, a teenage girl and a male… Read more »
- The Congo Cowboys and Freshlyground head to KirstenboschThe Congo Cowboys will deliver their mix of Americana and African rhythms. PICTURE: SIMON ATTWELL Freshlyground, performing at Kirstenbosch for the first time with their new vocalist, Mbali Makhoba, and the globally acclaimed Congo Cowboys will take to the stage at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on Sunday January 5. Renowned… Read more »
- St Luke’s Hospice closes Kenilworth in-patient unitCome 2025, St Luke’s Hospice will no longer run an in-patient service at its Kenilworth facility. St Luke’s Combined Hospices, a non-profit organisation, announced that it will close its service on Tuesday December 31 to focus on enhancing community and home-based palliative care. Michelle Petersen-Damon, head of department for palliative… Read more »
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