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- R12 million worth of illegal alcohol confiscated in Stellenbosch
In a operation targeting the illegal liquor trade, the Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Team has seized illicit liquor valued at a staggering R12 million in Plankenburg, Stellenbosch, Cape {town} Etc reports. This breakthrough was the result of a coordinated effort involving the South African Police Service (SAPS), the Western… Read more » - Western Cape provides free vehicle safety checks ahead of school reopening
As the school bells prepare to chime once again, the Western Cape Government is taking proactive steps to ensure that learners and commuters embark on safer journeys, Cape {town} Etc reports. From 21 to 23 July 2026, the provincial government will offer free vehicle safety checks tailored specifically for scholar transport… Read more » - Children of immigrants forced to leave South African schools
Words: Thembi Siaga and Bernard Chiguvare / GroundUp ‘All my dreams are shattered,’ Quincy Nemhara told GroundUp on the phone while on his way to Zimbabwe with his mother. ‘The situation in South Africa is no longer bearable for me. I was the only Zimbabwean in Grade 12 at this school, so… Read more » - Iran accuses US of targeting civilian infrastructure
The conflict between Iran and the United States has taken another dangerous turn, with Tehran accusing Washington of targeting civilian infrastructure during its latest round of air strikes after diplomatic efforts collapsed. Iranian state media and provincial authorities say several non-military sites were struck overnight, including bridges, a railway station… Read more » - Argentina vs Spain: All you need to know ahead of the 2026 FIFA WC final
After a month of unforgettable football, surprise results and dramatic knockout clashes, the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes down to one final match, Cape {town} Etc reports. On Sunday, 19 July, Argentina and Spain will battle for football’s biggest prize at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It is… Read more » - Zeekoevlei to Calvinia: Nature Connect’s 25-year journey continues
Nature Connect, a Cape Town-based non-profit, marked its Silver Jubilee during Youth Month, 25 years after the organisation set out to link environmental education with youth development and conservation work across South Africa. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to… Read more » - Make a cruise your bucket list reality in 2026 with MSC Armonia
A well-balanced combination of classic Mediterranean style and pioneering design, this stylish vessel can comfortably accommodate 2 500 guests in 976 cabins. She boasts 13 decks with four vibrant restaurants, five lively bars and lounges, a casino, a disco and two pools. The ship has comprehensive entertainment, guaranteed to keep… Read more » - SASSA pensioners call for R5 000 old age grant
More than 200 pensioners gathered outside the SASSA offices in Beacon Valley, Mitchells Plain, on Monday, calling on government to raise the Older Person’s Grant from R2 400 to R5 000 a month, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to TygerBurger the demonstration formed part of an ongoing campaign by Pensioners… Read more » - Kris Jenner’s mom MJ dies days before 92nd birthday
Kris Jenner (70) is mourning the loss of her mother, Mary Jo Campbell, who has died at the age of 91, Cape {town} Etc reports. Jenner shared the news on social media on Thursday, telling followers the family had said goodbye to ‘Mommy MJ’. According to the BBC no… Read more » - DA turns up pressure on Ramaphosa over officials’ unexplained wealth
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is calling for immediate and mandatory lifestyle audits across the public service, with a particular focus on law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system, arguing that the move is essential to tackling corruption. The party confirmed that it has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa requesting… Read more »
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