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- Celebrate the holiday season at Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront, Cape Town
Poised on Cape Town’s iconic Atlantic coastline, the exceptional hotel embodies a harmonious blend of modern sophistication, local heritage and the tranquil energy of its breathtaking surroundings. No two Radisson Collection hotels are ever the same, with each hotel representing an intrinsic part of local heritage and authentic character, with… Read more » - Health officials warn of falling immunisation rates in the Western Cape
The Western Cape’s health authorities are raising concern over a steady dip in childhood immunisation rates, a trend they say could undo years of progress and leave thousands of infants exposed to preventable illnesses. This comes as fresh data shows the province remains well below the 95% threshold required to… Read more » - Cape Town’s unique shelter officially recognised by government
Words: Matthew Hirsch / GroundUp A unique shelter for LGBT+ and men who are victims of violence was officially opened on Tuesday in Cape Town. Although operating since it first opened in 2023, the shelter is now officially recognised and funded by the provincial Department of Social Development (DSD). It… Read more » - Swimming with friends turns tragic as 17-year-old drowns in Hermanus
A teenage boy has died following a drowning incident near Hermanus’ New Harbour on Tuesday afternoon, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), rescue crews were activated at 1:27pm after a distress call came from the cliff-path area near the Hermanus New Harbour about a… Read more » - Update: R43 between Gansbaai and Stanford closed as fire threatens road
Update: 03 December, 3pm The R43, a vital route connecting Gansbaai and Stanford in the Overberg region, is currently closed due to dangerously poor visibility exacerbated by a large fire flare-up in the area on Wednesday afternoon, reports Cape {town} Etc. Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution and use… Read more » - Bloubergstrand child abuse case postponed to 2026
The Bloubergstrand couple accused of a long list of serious offences involving their two young daughters will stay behind bars after the court denied them bail – a move authorities say is necessary while investigators continue to piece together what they describe as a complex and deeply unsettling case. The… Read more » - An iconic summer with Shimansky: The ultimate jewellery gift guide
Summer is a season of brilliance, from sunlit escapes and oceanside adventures to unforgettable moments. Shimansky’s Summer Collection is designed to celebrate these moments with jewellery that speaks to individuality, elegance, and timeless beauty. From bold statements to layered sophistication and timeless keepsakes, each piece is crafted for life’s most… Read more » - Boks three-peat dream starts with a tricky World Cup draw
South Africa will kick off their bid for an unprecedented Rugby World Cup three-peat in a challenging Pool B, having been drawn alongside Italy, Georgia, and Romania for the 2027 tournament in Australia, Cape {town} Etc reports. The draw, confirmed on Wednesday, sets the stage for the largest Rugby World… Read more » - Etzebeth left in limbo as dramatic red-card saga drags on
Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth will have to sit tight for several more days as the fallout from his controversial red card takes yet another unexpected turn. A World Rugby disciplinary panel, tasked with ruling on the alleged eye-gouging incident involving Wales flank Alex Mann, failed to reach a verdict after… Read more » - Heineken World Tour revved up F1 excitement in Cape Town
Cape Town was in pole position this past weekend as the Heineken World Tour transformed Green Point into an F1 playground buzzing with speed, energy and spectacle, Cape {town} Etc reports. The roar of a real F1 car, live music and immersive premium fan zones created a high-octane fusion of… Read more »
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