Cape Town Etc News Updates

A late-night shooting in Milnerton has left a 60-year-old man dead, prompting a murder investigation by the Western Cape police. Nova News reports that police have confirmed that officers from Milnerton Police Station responded to reports of gunfire on Racecourse Road, near Mediclinic Milnerton, at approximately 1opm on Thursday night,… Read more »

South Africans are being urged to stay alert following a noticeable spike in WhatsApp account takeover scams that are leaving victims locked out of their profiles  and their contacts out of pocket. According to reports highlighted by crime activist Yusuf Abramjee, scammers are increasingly using a deceptive method that relies… Read more »

The City of Cape Town has unveiled the latest recipients of its film fund, backing a fresh slate of local productions set to showcase the city’s creative talent, Cape {town} Etc reports. The Film Fund aims to support a variety of productions, such as reality TV shows, music videos, advertisements, as… Read more »

Khayelitsha has welcomed a significant new addition to its tourism offerings with the grand opening of Mteto’s Child Villa. Developed by local entrepreneur Luzuko Mteto, the luxury accommodation officially opened its doors last Friday, debuting at a moment when travel in South Africa continues to thrive. Set in the heart… Read more »

Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain is once again in the global spotlight after being nominated for Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the 2026 World Travel Awards. The nomination, announced by the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company, marks another opportunity for South Africans to rally behind one of the country’s most… Read more »

Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to lace up their hiking boots for a scenic guided hike hosted by the Cape Point Volunteers on Sunday, 12 April 2026, in the breathtaking Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park. The five-hour hike, running from 8am to 1pm, promises a rewarding… Read more »

Cape Town is gearing up for one of its biggest sporting events as the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon 2026 takes over the city this weekend, bringing with it both excitement and early morning road closures across the southern suburbs. The internationally acclaimed Two Oceans Marathon will take place on 11 and… Read more »

Jo Malone has spoken out saying she is ‘surprised and very sad’ after Estée Lauder launched legal action over fragrances she created for Zara, deepening a trademark row around the use of her own name, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to Reuters the dispute centres on packaging for a Jo… Read more »

A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of Appeal has ordered Eskom to disclose its coal and diesel supply contracts, marking a significant shift toward transparency in South Africa’s troubled electricity sector. The judgment, delivered on 23 March 2026, dismissed Eskom’s appeal against an earlier High Court ruling that compelled… Read more »

Motorists across Cape Town are raising concerns about outdated eye-testing machines at driving licence testing centres (DLTCs), with many claiming the equipment is leading to failed eye tests and costly delays in renewing or applying for licences. ‘I passed at the optometrist, but failed at the DLTC.’ This has raised… Read more »