Cape Town Etc News Updates

An American woman banned from South Africa has become a viral talking point after she posted a tearful story time about being stopped over what she called a visa mistake, reports Cape {town} Etc. ‘I got banned from South Africa,’ the popular @ariellynssey shares in a TikTok clip, adding, ‘That actually… Read more »

Uber driver robbers have triggered an online hunt after dashcam footage of an e-hailing attack spread across South African social media, reports Cape {town} Etc. Enhanced stills shared by Tumi Sole showed the faces and clothing in the frames clearly enough to fuel identification efforts. He wrote: ‘Please help SAPS… Read more »

A poignant plea for assistance has emerged from the Fresh Start Cycling Club, a local group of young cyclists who embody resilience and hope amidst troubling circumstances last week, Cape {town} Etc reports. This outcry comes after a distressing incident last week in which a driver allegedly knocked several riders off… Read more »

Once Forgotten, Now Celebrated: Meet Phiri the Hyena at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Phiri the hyena is centre stage at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary near Bethlehem as the site prepares to mark International Hyena Day on 27 April. FOUR PAWS calls for greater compassion for a species too often misrepresented… Read more »

Allegations of sexual abuse at a Youth Care Centre in Cape Town have reignited scrutiny over safety, oversight and placement practices at secure care facilities meant to protect vulnerable children. According to reporting by Son Newspaper, a 12-year-old child was allegedly raped by three older boys at the Kraaifontein centre… Read more »

A tragic drowning incident at De Bakke Beach has claimed the lives of two local teenagers after they were caught in powerful rip currents while swimming on Saturday afternoon, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Mossel Bay duty coxswain Andre Fraser, crews were activated at 16:00… Read more »

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced a significant safety recall affecting 40 Audi e-tron GT vehicles sold in South Africa, Cape {town} Etc reports. This recall, prompted by concerns regarding the integrity of the braking system, targets specific units that were sold between 2 November 2021 and 20 March 2026. Audi… Read more »

Two hikers were safely rescued from the clifftops of Devil’s Peak late on Friday evening after they found themselves in a perilous situation above the contour path, a striking section of the Table Mountain range, Cape {town} Etc reports. The dramatic event unfolded when the duo, aged 22 and 20, set… Read more »

Panic erupted outside the ballroom of the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Saturday night after an armed man stormed a security checkpoint at the Washington Hilton, prompting gunshots and a rapid evacuation of dignitaries including Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. Guests inside the packed ballroom reportedly dived… Read more »

South Africans are set to gather across the country ahead of Freedom Day, with events ranging from casual social events, to official ceremonies and protest actions reflecting both celebration and discontent, 32 years after the advent of democracy. Marking the historic milestone of 27 April, 1994, this year’s Freedom Day… Read more »