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- Information Regulator vows to fight back against matric results publication
The Information Regulator (IR) is poised to escalate its legal battle against the publication of matric results for 2025, following a significant ruling by the full bench of the Pretoria High Court. The court recently dismissed the IR’s bid to block the Department of Basic Education (DBE) from publishing results… Read more » - Bellville library closure due to cable theft impacts patrons
The Bellville Library, a cornerstone of educational and recreational resources for the local community, is temporarily closed as a result of cable theft, the City of Cape Town announced, Cape {town} Etc reports. The closure took effect on 29 December 2025 and is expected to last until at least 11 January… Read more » - Ongoing challenges signal turbulent road ahead for SA’s beef industry
South Africa’s beef industry experienced a promising uptick in 2025 due to rising global meat prices, faces a turbulent road ahead as industry experts warn of continued volatility lasting well into 2026. According to Gert Blignaut, CEO of Beefmaster Group, persistent disease pressures, escalating input costs, and a fragile export… Read more » - Watch: City thanks CT tour guide who stopped litterbug
When tour guide Aslam stepped off a MyCiTi bus to stop a litterbug motorist who had just thrown litter from a car window, the clip went viral. The incident prompted a public appeal and follow-up enforcement, with the litterbug later fined after the clip circulated, reports Cape {town} Etc. Cape… Read more » - Ramaphosa stands firm against Western Cape independence proposals
President Cyril Ramaphosa has unequivocally rejected any proposals for a referendum on the secession of the Western Cape, asserting that the Republic of South Africa will remain one, sovereign, democratic state as guaranteed by the Constitution. Responding to inquiries from opposition MPs in Parliament this week, Ramaphosa made it clear… Read more » - Health warning: West Coast public urged to avoid toxic shellfish washed ashore
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has issued a stern warning to the public following the discovery of numerous dead white mussels, whelks, and other shellfish washed ashore at St Helena Bay and Elandsbaai, reports Cape {town} Etc. This alarming event has unfolded over the past 48… Read more » - New Year’s Day brings gusty Cape winds, extreme sun
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 1 January. Today’s weather in Cape Town features a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. The UV index will reach an extreme 12. Expect 60% cloud cover during the day and 38% cloud cover forecast for this… Read more » - Brent Bozell vows to press South Africa over ICJ case
The United States’ newly confirmed ambassador, Brent Bozell, has said he will press Pretoria to withdraw its ICJ case against Israel, putting the court action at the centre of his early diplomatic work, reports Cape {town} Etc. According EWN Bozell told senators that Washington views the South African filing as… Read more » - Update: Cederberg fire consumes 35016 hectares, 85% contained
The Cederberg fire that started on 22 December has burned about 35 016 hectares and is now 85 per cent contained, CapeNature reports in a media update on LinkedIn. The wildfire has been burning for ten days and continues to pose risks in parts of the northern reserve. Active fire… Read more » - DStv secures deal to keep Warner Bros. Discovery channels
Canal+ and Warner Bros. Discovery have reached a multi-territory agreement that will keep 12 Warner Bros. Discovery channels on DStv, easing concern for millions of viewers ahead of the New Year, reports Cape {town} Etc. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable… Read more »
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