Cape Town Etc News Updates

A loggerhead turtle at the Cape Town Turtle Conservation Centre is slowly healing from a major operation, winning the hearts of the public, Cape {town} Etc reports. On 3 December 2025, Habanero underwent a life-saving flipper amputation after a severe chronic infection continued to spread despite months of treatment. For months,… Read more »

As the deadline of 31 May 2026 approaches, the Shoprite Group is issuing a final call for applications to its sought-after bursary programme. This initiative not only aims to provide financial support to ambitious students but also ensures a guaranteed pathway into employment for those studying Retail Business Management, Accounting,… Read more »

Africa Day, observed annually on 25 May to mark the founding of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963, took on special significance at one Cape Town school this year- Milnerton High School, Cape {town} Etc reports. They welcomed former President Thabo Mbeki and Professor Dr Fayemi for a morning… Read more »

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus recently visited a Durbanville artist’s home studio to collect a portrait of his beloved dog, Kwedini. Local artist Craig Stuart said the idea for the painting came after a brief meeting with Erasmus earlier this year. Stuart introduced himself to the Bok coach while also introducing… Read more »

Disney On Ice returns to South Africa just in time for the heart of winter! Get ready as the magic glides into Cape Town, Pretoria and Durban, bringing spectacular special effects, cutting-edge technology, breathtaking performances, dazzling costumes and all your beloved Disney characters and stories! Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search… Read more »

Real Housewives star Mel Viljoen is back on social media following her release from a US ICE detention centre, and her first post says everything. According to the South African, the reality TV star Mel Viljoen returned to Instagram this week after choosing voluntary departure from the United States, wrapping… Read more »

Hollywood actress Gabrielle Union’s recent visit to the Western Cape turned into a deeply personal journey after she shared an emotional tribute to her late father at a Franschhoek wine estate that has become close to her family’s heart, Cape {town} Etc reports. The actress, best known for films like Bring… Read more »

A 38-year-old man was taken into custody on Monday under suspicion of trafficking women for sexual exploitation, Cape {town} Etc reports. The suspect was taken into custody on Monday, 25 May, during a raid carried out by the Hawks alongside several City of Cape Town enforcement units and officials from the… Read more »

Cape Town’s craft beer scene had plenty to celebrate over the weekend after local breweries dominated the 2026 African Beer Cup, with one Woodstock-made brew earning the coveted title of Best Beer in Africa. The awards ceremony, which was held at the Jack Black Brewery Taproom on Saturday, marked the… Read more »

For 13 years, Gcobisa Ndabeni searched for stable work while trying to support her family. Last week, her story became one of the standout moments at a graduation ceremony celebrating women who are rebuilding their futures through green skills and sustainable innovation in Cape Town. At the Alphen Centre in… Read more »