Cape Town Etc News Updates

The South Africa national rugby sevens team have claimed the 2025/26 World Rugby Sevens Series title after grinding out a narrow victory over Fiji national rugby sevens team in a tense final in New York, Cape {town} Etc reports. South Africa’s 10-7 win in the decider capped off their campaign… Read more »

Words: Miriam Kimvangu/Getaway Magazine Live music has a way of breathing life into a place. A quiet Karoo street becomes a stage. A farm shed turns into a dance floor. A roadside diner suddenly feels like the centre of the universe. Some of the most memorable music experiences happen far… Read more »

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 17 March. Today’s weather in Cape Town features silver skies and a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. The UV index will reach a low level of 3. Expect 99% cloud cover for today, with… Read more »

Remember the Pokémon GO craze in Cape Town began in October 2016, when the game officially launched in South Africa? When Pokémon Go launched in South Africa in October 2016, players across Cape Town flocked to parks and promenades to chase virtual creatures through real-world landmarks. Niantic says images and… Read more »

The tariff increase will start from 1 April after the National Energy Regulator (NERSA) approved an average rise of 8.76% for the 2027 financial year, the power utility confirmed in a public statement, reports Cape {town} Etc. Many households already managing tight budgets will see higher monthly accounts, while municipalities… Read more »

Cape Town’s oceans have a whimsical way of reminding us that some of the world’s most magical wildlife encounters can happen just outside our doorsteps. On Sunday morning, one such reminder graced the drone of Donovan Henry, who shared footage of his whimsical encounter on YouTube and the Facebook group,… Read more »

Black Coffee marked his 50th birthday in Cape Town with a low-key moment for close friends before a glamorous evening that brought local and international stars together, giving fans a rare glimpse behind the scenes, reports Cape {town} Etc. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half… Read more »

The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, are the biggest celebration of film and screen acting of the year. The 2026 Oscars, which took place on 15 March at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, saw plenty of great films and performances nominated, with many standouts taking home multiple… Read more »

Garden Route artist Bevan van Druten’s arrest and ongoing court process have deepened local concern after the death of former detective Anneke ‘Nicky’ van Heerden, whose body was found near the Keurbooms River on 18 January, reports by Cape {town} Etc. According to Group Editors the accused, Bevan van Druten,… Read more »

Visitors heading to Table Mountain National Park are being reminded to prioritise safety when exploring the popular outdoor destination. South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued a set of safety guidelines aimed at helping hikers enjoy the park responsibly while reducing the risk of accidents and emergencies. The park, one… Read more »