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- 6126 fraudulent applications blocked as South Africa rolls out ETA
South Africa has launched its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, a digital immigration platform aimed at making travel more efficient while strengthening border security and reducing visa fraud. Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said the system would transform how foreign travellers apply for authorisation to enter South Africa, with approved… Read more » - Inside the Cape Town operation that uncovered thousands of dried abalone
Police have arrested two foreign nationals after seizing 9 439 units of dried abalone during an intelligence-driven operation at a storage facility in Brackenfell. The South African Police Service (SAPS) said members of the Kuilsrivier Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit (STESU), together with the Maitland Flying Squad, acted on… Read more » - LEAP officer arrested after bakkie crashes into Delft shack
A LEAP officer has been arrested after a law enforcement bakkie crashed into an informal structure in Delft on Wednesday, 12 August, Cape {town} Etc reports. The 31-year-old off-duty officer, who was reportedly driving under the influence, was arrested by SAPS after the vehicle allegedly veered off the road and collided… Read more » - Inquest opened after woman dies at Muizenberg police station
An inquest has been opened after a woman died at Muizenberg Police Station on Saturday, 8 August, following a police response to an intimidation complaint in Capricorn, Cape {town} Etc reports. The Muizenberg Community Policing Forum (CPF) confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Tuesday, 11 August, saying the… Read more » - Look: SA learners make history with NASA space design
Seven Western Cape high school learners have made history after winning the International Space Settlement Design Competition at the international finals held at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to the Western Cape Department of Education, the learners were selected through the inaugural South Africa… Read more » - Banyana Banyana beat Nigeria to keep 2027 World Cup dream alive
Banyana Banyana have kept their hopes of reaching the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup alive after edging Nigeria 2-1 in a hard-fought qualification playoff on Thursday, Cape {town} Etc reports. South Africa entered the match needing a response after their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 campaign… Read more » - Restaurant owner stabbed at well-known Woodstock establishment
A 47-year-old man was injured in a stabbing in Woodstock on Wednesday afternoon, with police now investigating the incident as attempted murder, Cape {town} Etc reports. The attack occurred at the Casa Bar Restaurant on Albert Road at around midday on 12 August, according to Western Cape police. Provincial police… Read more » - 5 Winelands escapes owned and led by women in South Africa
Whether you’re planning a long-overdue catch-up with friends, celebrating a milestone or craving a quiet midweek escape, South Africa’s Winelands offer endless charm. Women-led Cape estates are setting a new standard for luxury hospitality, pairing exquisite stays with unforgettable food and wine. Here are five female-led Winelands destinations to bookmark… Read more » - Maties Rugby partners with Salt EB in new stadium deal
Maties Rugby is entering a new chapter after Stellenbosch University and Salt Employee Benefits (Salt EB) agreed to a new strategic partnership that will support rugby across the university, Cape {town} Etc reports. The deal will see the university’s famous home renamed The Danie Craven Stadium powered by Salt EB, while… Read more » - Best hot air balloon experiences near Cape Town
Hot air ballooning around Cape Town is all about early mornings, soft light and sweeping Winelands views. Most flights lift off at sunrise and are weather-dependent, making every journey a little different. Stellenbosch’s golden-hour launch pad Stellenbosch remains one of the most popular places to take off, with flights launching… Read more »
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