Cape Town Etc News Updates

A BackaBuddy fundraiser has been launched to help a Pinetown father cover legal expenses and trauma counselling for his two children following a fatal shooting during an alleged hijacking attempt, Cape {town} Etc reports. The campaign, titled Sidney Hijacking Survivor, aims to raise R500 000 to support Sidney Hill and… Read more »

Summer in Cape Town comes with a few house rules: wear sunscreen, expect the South-Easter and arrive early or midweek. This list follows those rules. It leans towards quiet coves, weekday slots and open roads, plus a few day trips that need a full tank and a packed lunch. Bookmark… Read more »

Sensodyne’s switch from white toothpaste to blue gel has left some South African consumers questioning whether their favourite products still feel the same, with reports of changes in texture, taste and perceived effectiveness, Cape {town} Etc reports. The change has prompted complaints from long-time users, including shoppers who say they… Read more »

A 13-year-old learner has been charged following the stabbing of two 14-year-old pupils at Helderberg High School in Somerset West on Friday, 23 October, Cape {town} Etc reports . The incident occurred at approximately 07:45 at the private Christian-based school, where the Grade 8 learner allegedly confronted four fellow pupils… Read more »

Cape Town residents are being urged to prepare for possible water supply disruptions as planned maintenance and testing take place across the city from 24 to 31 October, Cape {town} Etc reports. The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will carry out pipe repairs, valve replacements and infrastructure… Read more »

The DSK Bazaar returns to Tamboerskloof on 6 and 7 November 2026, filling the grounds of the German International School Cape Town with market stalls, live entertainment and traditional German food. The school hosts this much-loved annual event, which has become a fixture on the city’s calendar. Visitors can browse… Read more »

Two suspects have been arrested at Hout Bay Harbour following a joint operation targeting the alleged unlawful feeding and harassment of seals. The operation took place on 24 October and involved the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, the City of Cape Town’s Law Enforcement and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries… Read more »

The City of Cape Town has brought organisations offering essential support together in an effort to connect rough sleepers with services that can help address their needs. The outreach event took place at Bothasig Community Hall on Friday, 23 October, as part of the City’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness… Read more »

Beachgoers and dog owners are being urged to exercise caution at Noordhoek Beach after blue bottles and blue dragons were reported along the shoreline, Cape {town} Etc reports. A warning shared by Deep South Report last night, Friday, 23 October, alerted visitors to the presence of the marine creatures, which… Read more »

Cape Town music lovers will have more reasons to head to Claremont this November, with the Cape Town Jazz Club bringing a fresh programme of live performances to Bokeh as it prepares to operate independently. The club, which launched in March as a three-month trial, has grown into a regular… Read more »