Cape Town Etc News Updates

Winter has a way of bringing everyone to the table. From steaming bowls of soup to comforting stews, the colder months naturally call for meals that warm both the body and the soul. But with many South African families keeping a close eye on household spending, comfort food also needs… Read more »

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has taken a significant stride towards enhancing specialised mental healthcare with the official opening of a new 30-bed Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) at Eerste River Hospital, Cape {town} Etc reports. This R86 million investment underscores the provincial government’s unwavering commitment to bolstering the… Read more »

For many South Africans, Gillian van Houten was the reassuring face that delivered the evening news during a defining period in the country’s history, Cape {town} Etc reports. This weekend, those memories have resurfaced as friends, colleagues and conservationists pay tribute to the former SABC television news presenter, who has died… Read more »

Cape Town’s Law Enforcement Department has ramped up its efforts against illegal dumping, resulting in the impounding of 247 vehicles over the past year, Cape {town} Etc reports. This figure marks a staggering 133% increase from the 106 vehicles impounded in the previous year, revealing a pressing dilemma intertwined with unlawful… Read more »

The N1 inbound at the R300 intersection, which was temporarily closed following a fatal motor vehicle accident, has now reopened for commuters, Cape {town} Etc reports. The incident, which sparked widespread concern and traffic disruptions, has overshadowed the morning rush hour for many road users in the region. The situation unfolded… Read more »

As Tygerberg Hospital (TBH) approaches its landmark 50th anniversary in 2026, it recently celebrated an extraordinary milestone by honouring 260 dedicated employees at its Long Service Awards Ceremony, Cape {town} Etc reports. Collectively, these individuals have amassed an astonishing 7,290 years of dedicated public service, reaffirming the essential role they play… Read more »

Cape Town homeowners could soon see changes to the way some municipal service charges are calculated after the Western Cape High Court found that several property value-linked levies introduced by the City of Cape Town are unlawful, Cape {town} Etc reports. The ruling, as posted by Dear South Africa, follows a… Read more »

Cape Town’s coastline is home to far more than scenic views. Beneath the waves and among the rocky pools lies a thriving marine world that many people walk past without noticing. To mark Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day 2026, the Two Oceans Aquarium is inviting families, ocean lovers and curious… Read more »

A walk through a nature reserve might seem like the perfect opportunity to pick a colourful wildflower, collect a shell or wander off the marked trail in search of a better view. But according to CapeNature, these seemingly harmless decisions can have lasting consequences for the province’s unique biodiversity. The… Read more »

Women’s Month in Cape Town will offer more than the usual commemorations this year, with Iziko Museums of South Africa bringing together wellness, leadership and the arts for a full-day celebration on Saturday, 8 August. Named Izi-Women 2026: Honouring the Legacy. Empowering the Future, the programme pays tribute to the… Read more »