Cape Town Etc News Updates

Football fans around the world are sending their best wishes to Carlos Alberto Parreira after the legendary coach was admitted to intensive care in Rio de Janeiro. The 83-year-old former Brazil and South Africa head coach was taken to hospital on Wednesday after developing a lung infection and is currently… Read more »

Young gamers across Cape Town got the chance to showcase their skills in a new digital initiative aimed at bringing technology and community together, Cape {town} Etc reports. The City of Cape Town’s Smart Cape team hosted its first youth gaming tournament on Monday, 15 June 2026, giving learners between… Read more »

The Springboks wasted no time making a statement in their first match of the 2026 season, producing a breathtaking attacking display to defeat the Barbarians 80-31 in Gqeberha, Cape {town} Etc reports. A packed Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium watched South Africa run in 12 tries during a thrilling contest that… Read more »

With the winter school holidays around the corner, children and teenagers across Cape Town will have plenty of opportunities to stay active, learn new skills and enjoy creative activities close to home, Cape {town} Etc reports. Public libraries and recreation facilities across the city are preparing to welcome young residents… Read more »

A planned round of diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran has been postponed, adding fresh uncertainty to efforts aimed at ending a wider conflict in the Middle East. The White House confirmed that Vice-President JD Vance would no longer travel to Switzerland for the discussions, saying the arrangements… Read more »

President Cyril Ramaphosa has pushed back against descriptions of South Africa as a ‘Third World’ country, saying the nation is a developing economy with global influence and a strong international voice. The president was speaking at the opening of the SARB Museum, which aims to improve public understanding of the… Read more »

Thousands of eager citizens flocked to voting stations across South Africa today as the Electoral Commission (IEC) commenced its nationwide voter registration weekend, Cape {town} Etc reports. Kicked off at 8am this morning, the initiative aims to engage eligible voters, particularly targeting the youth—the future custodians of democracy in the country.… Read more »

Global dance music sensation Fatboy Slim, the enigmatic figure behind timeless hits and electrifying performances, is set to make a triumphant return to South Africa this December, Cape {town} Etc reports. Known off-stage as Norman Cook, the legendary DJ will take to the stage for two extraordinary headline shows in Johannesburg… Read more »

In the picturesque area of Hangberg, Hout Bay, one man’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of homeless animals is making waves on social media, Cape {town} Etc reports. An animal caregiver and lifelong animal lover, Shaygam Newman has gained viral fame for his dedicated efforts in rescuing distressed dogs and providing… Read more »

The Emergency First Aid Responder (EFAR) program showcased its critical value last Friday in the Melkbosstrand area, Cape {town} Etc reports. A distress call from a 7-month pregnant woman experiencing severe abdominal pain set into motion a series of events that would ultimately save both her and her newborn’s lives. Upon… Read more »