Cape Town Etc News Updates

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 03 March. Today’s weather in Cape Town features a day and evening of pleasant, filtered sunshine, with a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. The UV index will reach a level of 8. Expect 11% cloud… Read more »

The Department of Employment and Labour has taken a significant step towards enhancing workers’ rights with the publication of the Labour Laws Amendment Bill, 2025, along with the Labour Relations Amendment Bill, 2025. These proposed changes mark a pivotal shift in South Africa’s labour landscape, aiming to fortify job security… Read more »

In an unprecedented move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has committed to covering hotel and meal expenses for stranded tourists affected by the ongoing Iran crisis. This announcement by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) on Sunday comes as a response to the significant number of flight cancellations and rescheduling… Read more »

As the sun dips lower in the sky and hints of autumn begin to weave into the warm summer air, the much-loved Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts prepare to conclude their 2025/2026 season with a series of engaging performances that promise to resonate powerfully within the heart of Cape Town. Over the course… Read more »

Cape Town comedian Dalin Oliver is embracing the tumultuous circumstances of being stranded in Dubai amidst escalating tensions following airstrikes reportedly launched from Iran, Cape {town} Etc reports. The attacks, which inflicted damage on the iconic Dubai International Airport, have left Oliver and many other South African citizens grappling with the… Read more »

South Africa’s entertainment industry is mourning the loss of veteran performer and television personality Ian von Memerty, whose death at the age of 61 was confirmed by his family over the weekend. The announcement, shared via his official Facebook page, revealed that von Memerty died in Johannesburg during the early… Read more »

Words: Riyadh Karodia/GroundUp Green Point attorney Gary Trappler has been ordered by the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court to pay his neighbour, Thandi Mgwaba, R7,500 in damages for slashing her car tyres. Magistrate Stephen Bengequla on 27 February sentenced Trappler to 180 days in prison or a R6,000 fine. The sentence… Read more »

Residents living near several of Cape Town’s protected natural areas may notice smoke drifting across parts of the city this week, but officials say it is all part of a carefully planned environmental effort aimed at protecting biodiversity and preventing larger fires in future. The City of Cape Town has… Read more »

We are officially transitioning from summer to autumn. That little Cape wind can bruise your ribs, hey? But a lekker bowl of soup or a lovely saucy curry? That’s pure comfort. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to hidden gems… Read more »

Between 23 February and 1 March 2026, gang-related violence left 36 people dead and 29 more wounded in attempted murders, a toll that, MP Ian Cameron said should force urgent change, reports Cape {town} Etc. He wrote that these figures covered gang incidents only, including ‘bundu court’ killings in Browns Farm… Read more »