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- 12 cocktails of Christmas in Cape Town
Cape Town’s festive season is as vibrant and flavourful as its landscapes: sun-soaked beaches, cool ocean breezes and mountain sunsets. But Cape Town festive season isn’t complete without a sensational cocktail in hand. From breezy rooftops to sultry speakeasies, here’s your guide to 12 Christmas-ready cocktails to sip and savour… Read more » - Update: Hours-long firefighting efforts lead to containment in the Winelands
Update: In its latest fire update this morning, 24 December, the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) Fire Services confirmed that two of the three fires reported on late yesterday have been contained. Wemmershoek – Drakenstein According to the municipality, all lines except for one, burning above the farms in an… Read more » - SIU acts against corruption involving late actor Presley Chweneyagae
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has taken decisive action in its ongoing battle against corruption by obtaining a preservation order to freeze a residential property associated with the late actor Presley Chweneyagae. This order, granted by Judge M Victor on 18 December 2025, involves Chweneyagae’s spouse, Charlaine Christinah Chweneyagae, and… Read more » - Geordin Hill-Lewis says 2025 was Cape Town’s most demanding year
Cape Town Mayor Geordin-Hill Lewis has described 2025 as the most demanding and consequential year of his term, using his annual Mayoral Minute to reflect on governance, infrastructure, housing, safety and the long-term vision of building what he calls a ‘City of Hope’, reports Cape {town} Etc. The Mayoral Minute, released… Read more » - We rode Metrorail in Cape Town to see if it has improved
Words: Ishmael Mabena and Joseph Bracken / GroundUp GroundUp took the Western Cape’s Metrorail Northern and Southern lines to assess the quality of the train service since their last report in December 2024. Although the trains are safe and mostly on time, issues such as ticketing and a lack of visible security… Read more » - Pleasant and sunny day ahead – Wednesday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 24 December. Today’s weather in Cape Town features moderate temperatures and clouds, with a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. The UV index will reach a moderate 12. Expect 0% cloud cover during the day and… Read more » - We Buy Cars agrees to R2.5 million fine and R3.4 million in consumer refunds
Leading car dealer We Buy Cars (Pty) Ltd has entered into a landmark settlement agreement after facing numerous complaints regarding defective vehicles sold under unfair terms, reports Cape {town} Etc. The National Consumer Tribunal (Tribunal) confirmed that WBC will pay a substantial fine of R2.5 million and refund over R3.4 million… Read more » - Swift rescue operation saves six from capsized boat in Keurbooms River
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Plettenberg Bay successfully rescued six individuals from a capsized rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) at the Keurbooms River Mouth on Monday afternoon, reports Cape {town} Etc. The incident unfolded at approximately 4:17pm, when eyewitnesses observed the boat overturn, leaving two adults and four teenagers, all… Read more » - Fearless traffic officer named safety and security officer of the year
In a ceremony that celebrated bravery and dedication within the community, Traffic Officer Boy Makutu was awarded the prestigious title of Safety and Security Officer of the Year. The accolade, bestowed at the annual awards event on December 18, highlights not only an individual’s extraordinary accomplishments but also the pivotal… Read more » - WC welcomes deployment of 400 new police officers for festive safety
The Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, has expressed optimism with the recent deployment of over 400 newly trained South African Police Service (SAPS) officers as part of the province’s Festive Season Operations, reports Cape {town} Etc. This significant infusion of personnel aims to enhance visible… Read more »
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