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From R25 000 to global markets: Cape Town exporter’s journey
A failed export deal involving a shipment of pineapples to the Seychelles cost Cape Town entrepreneur Sandeep Valodia around R20 000. It could have ended his plans to enter the fresh produce trade. Instead, it became the starting point for a business now supplying international buyers in more than 17… Read more »
UN funding boost for Groote Schuur Hospital Trust to tackle gender-based violence
For many South African women experiencing abuse, finding a safe place to ask for help can be just as difficult as escaping the violence itself, Cape {town} Etc reports. With the country preparing to mark the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, two organisations are joining forces to… Read more »
South Africa needs more engineers, but are graduates ready for the real world?
South Africa’s push to strengthen its energy sector, upgrade infrastructure and grow local industries will require more than just an increase in engineering graduates, Cape {town} Etc reports. It will also need professionals who can turn technical knowledge into practical solutions, understand the costs of their decisions and keep pace with… Read more »
‘Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa’: Meet the first 4 hosts
South Africa’s first-ever celebrity season of Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa is set to bring laughter, drama and plenty of dinner table competition when it premieres later this month. The popular cooking and entertainment format will launch with a special three-channel simulcast on Wednesday, 18 November 2026, at… Read more »
Cape Town travel company accountant jailed for multi-million rand inside job
A Cape Town accountant who spent more than five years quietly siphoning money from the travel company that employed her will spend the next 15 years behind bars, Cape {town} Etc reports. Cassandra Candice Labuschagne (42) was sentenced in the Cape Town Regional Court this week on 134 counts of… Read more »
Mercedes-Benz’s ‘Baby G’ sparks a 500% surge in searches
The prospect of a smaller Mercedes-Benz G-Class is attracting growing online interest, with searches for the much-anticipated ‘Baby G-Wagon’ reportedly increasing by 500% over the past year. The figures come from Big Motoring World, which analysed Google Trends data following comments from Mercedes-Benz chief executive Ola Källenius that the compact… Read more »
Boks name strong team for France clash
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has largely stuck with the players who dismantled Italy over the weekend, although one notable omission has caught the attention of rugby supporters ahead of Friday’s clash against France, Cape {town} Etc reports. South Africa head into the Nations Championship encounter in Paris full of confidence… Read more »
Esther Mahlangu celebrated in Google Arts & Culture retrospective
South African artist Esther Mahlangu is receiving international recognition once again, with Google Arts & Culture launching an extensive online retrospective celebrating her life, artistic achievements and contribution to global culture. The digital collection went live on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, coinciding with Mahlangu’s 91st birthday. Developed in collaboration with… Read more »
Red Cross Children’s Hospital launches R5 million campaign
For parents whose children require extended medical care, the challenges often continue long after they leave the hospital. Repeated trips to appointments, food expenses and the cost of everyday necessities can place significant pressure on households already struggling to make ends meet. This is the reality facing many families at… Read more »
Cape Town motorists warned about dangerous debris attacks near Nyanga
Motorists travelling along some of Cape Town’s busiest roads are being urged to stay alert after renewed concerns about criminals using roadside ambushes to target unsuspecting drivers. The warning centres on routes around Nyanga, the N2 freeway and areas close to Cape Town International Airport, where motorists have reportedly been… Read more »