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- 7 suspects arrested as gang violence continues in Cape Flats despite army
Seven suspects are expected to appear in various courts across Cape Town on Monday, 13 April, in connection with multiple murder and attempted murder cases linked to a series of shooting incidents in gang hotspots on the Cape Flats, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to the South African Police Service (SAPS),… Read more » - ‘I had nothing to do with it’: Ramaphosa responds to damning Phala Phala report
President Cyril Ramaphosa has denied any involvement in the alleged cover-up of the 2020 theft at his Phala Phala game farm, following revelations in a 2023 report by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID). The report found that the head of Ramaphosa’s security detail, Major General Wally Rhoode, concealed the theft of about $580 000 and… Read more » - Sunny day ahead as Cape Town basks in warmth – Monday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family, here is your weather forecast for Monday, 13 April 2026. Today’s weather in Cape Town will be nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. Expect bright conditions throughout the day with only a few passing clouds. The… Read more » - Watch: US Marines train Cape Town metro police cadets on Muizenberg Beach
The presence of US Marines on Muizenberg Beach sparked curiosity among residents this week, but the City of Cape Town says the visit formed part of ongoing international cooperation to strengthen local policing. Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith, confirmed that the US Marines were in… Read more » - Update: Three arrested for murder of off-duty soldier in Delft
The Western Cape police have made significant strides in their pursuit of justice following the tragic murder of an off-duty soldier in Delft South, reports Cape {town} Etc. The 37-year-old member of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) was shot and killed last Wednesday, 8 April, in a violent… Read more » - Videos: Fire erupts in Noordhoek wetlands, response teams deployed
A dramatic scene unfolded this evening as a fire broke out in the picturesque Noordhoek wetlands, particularly around Houmoed Avenue, reports Cape {town} Etc. The flames have also been reported close to Lakeshore Drive in the Lake Michelle area, setting off immediate alarm bells among local residents. As the fire rapidly spread,… Read more » - Warnings issued after recent vehicle break-ins at Tokai Forest
Recent vehicle break-ins at two popular parking locations in Tokai Forest have sparked concerns among visitors, prompting local authorities to remind forest-goers of the importance of vehicle safety. As the picturesque forest attracts both dog walkers and nature enthusiasts, users are now urged to remain vigilant to safeguard their belongings.… Read more » - Western Cape secures 50,000 additional Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccine doses
The Western Cape has received a significant boost in its fight against the ongoing Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, with the arrival of 50,000 additional vaccine doses, reports Cape {town} Etc. This strategic enhancement of the province’s vaccination campaign was announced by Premier Alan Winde and Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and… Read more » - Geordin Hill-Lewis elected as leader of the Democratic Alliance
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has been elected as the new leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), reports Cape {town} Etc. At just 39 years old, Hill-Lewis triumphed over Sedibeng caucus leader Sibusiso Dyonase in a contest that not only solidified his position as a frontrunner in the party but also signalled the… Read more » - Donkey Long Tong – Born around a fire, built on adventure
March’s midday sun warms the entrance to Donkey Long Tong’s three-story establishment. To the left, a beautifully restored Series 1 Land Rover takes centre stage in a campsite set against the backdrop of the Richtersveld. To the right, Jack Parow and Francois Van Coke’s golden tongs flash a message in… Read more »
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