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- Shell in advanced talks to sell South African fuel stations in major deal
Shell is reportedly close to a major deal that could see it sell its fuel station network in South Africa to the retail arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC), in a transaction valued at around $1 billion, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to Bloomberg, the discussions are now in… Read more » - School holidays sorted: 7 new Cape Town play spots
School holidays have a way of running parents dry on ideas by day three. Cape Town keeps opening new play spots though, so there are fresh options beyond the usual jungle gym rotation this July. Here are seven recent additions worth working into the holiday programme, from a role play… Read more » - ANEW Resort Wilderness: A Garden Route classic enters a new era
There are few addresses along South Africa’s Garden Route as storied as ANEW Resort Wilderness. For decades, this landmark in the seaside village of Wilderness has been the kind of place where generations of holidaymakers learned to slow down, breathe in the salt air, and surrender to the rhythm of… Read more » - Cape Town port urged to avoid costly export diversions
The Western Cape is stepping up calls for improved performance at the Port of Cape Town ahead of the upcoming export season, warning that another wave of shipping delays could place further pressure on farmers, exporters and thousands of jobs linked to the province’s agricultural economy. With the peak 2025/26… Read more » - Nigeria seeks compensation from South Africa over abandoned assets
Nigeria seeks compensation from South Africa after dozens of its citizens voluntarily returned home amid recent anti-immigration tensions, leaving behind businesses, vehicles and other property. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to hidden gems and mouthwatering restaurants, these limited-time deals… Read more » - Inside Canna Studio: A fresh take on Cape Town’s evolving herbal culture
Cape Town has always had a way of turning culture into an experience. From coffee shops tucked into heritage buildings to rooftop bars with mountain views, the city has a habit of taking everyday spaces and giving them personality. In recent years, that same energy has begun to shape the… Read more » - Stellenbosch Municipality defends planning decisions amid Root44 Market closure
Update: The closure of the renowned Root44 Market in Stellenbosch has cast a shadow over local traders and families who depend on the bustling hub for their livelihoods, Cape {town} Etc reports. In a statement released through social media on Tuesday morning, the market’s owners announced the painful decision to cease… Read more » - Pony saved from dire condition in Maitland
A neglected pony has found safety and much-needed care after the swift actions of the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Cape of Good Hope SPCA in Maitland on Tuesday, Cape {town} Etc reports. The pony, discovered in distressing condition, is now under the protection of animal welfare experts who… Read more » - 21-year court battle over TB in prisons ends in R1 million payout
Words: Tania Broughton / GroundUp A man who sued the Minister of Correctional Services for contracting tuberculosis (TB) while he was an awaiting-trial prisoner has been awarded over a million rand in damages. More than R700 000 of this is interest on the agreed damages of R350 000, because the… Read more » - The return to clay
There is something deeply human about clay. The colour of fired earth. The warmth of sunbaked surfaces. The mineral softness of forms shaped by human hands, heat and time. Our attraction to clay speaks to something ancient within us, the timeless beauty of transforming raw earth into functional art. Clay… Read more »
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