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Think German fluency is required? This Cape Town school says otherwise
For families weighing up their child’s next school move, the name German International School Cape Town (DSK) may suggest that speaking German is a prerequisite. However, the school’s English Stream offers a different route for learners who have not studied the language before, with entry points designed for English-speaking pupils.… Read more »
SPCA appeals for help after abandoned dog Wilson is found shivering on a beach
A dog named Wilson was found alone on a Cape Town beach, curled up on a broken couch that had washed ashore, according to a social media post shared by the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, Cape {town}Etc reports. The organisation said Wilson was scared and shivering when he was… Read more »
The Cape Town EDITION opens its doors at the V&A Waterfront
Cape Town has welcomed a new luxury hotel to its waterfront, with The Cape Town EDITION officially opened on Tuesday, 27 October, marking the international hospitality brand’s first African property. Situated at Quay 7 at the V&A Waterfront, the 142-room hotel overlooks the precinct’s new superyacht marina and combines contemporary… Read more »
Chocolate cake with espresso: An easy mocha recipe
Some of the best treats come from pairing familiar ingredients in a slightly different way. Coffee brings depth to chocolate, while chocolate softens coffee’s bitterness, creating a combination that feels right at home in a slice of cake or a warm mug on a quiet afternoon. With National Chocolate Day… Read more »
Cleaners for luxury property rentals go on strike in Camps Bay
Words: Alice Scott/GroundUp Around 20 housekeepers employed by Nox Cape Town, a luxury property and holiday rental company, embarked on a protected strike on Wednesday, calling for a 10% increase in their wages. The company has about 100 properties located across Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard, including Camps Bay, Sea Point,… Read more »
Halloween pet safety: What South African owners need to know
As Halloween celebrations pick up across South Africa, pet owners are being urged to think beyond costumes and sweets and consider how the festivities could affect their dogs and cats, Cape {town} Etc reports. From chocolate left within reach to frightened animals slipping through an open front door, the occasion can… Read more »
Spain high-speed train crash claims 64 lives
At least 64 people have died after two high-speed trains collided in central Spain on Wednesday, 28 October, with emergency crews continuing their response at the scene near Urda in Toledo province, south of Madrid. The collision involved two trains travelling on the Madrid-to-Seville route, with the impact causing carriages… Read more »
WCED looks to Home Affairs’ digital transformation for improved service delivery
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is set to revolutionise its service delivery mechanisms by emulating the successful digital transformation programme of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), Cape {town} Etc reports. This initiative comes in light of a recent engagement on 27 October 2026, where key stakeholders from both… Read more »
Volunteers clear over 5 000 invasive pines from Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
A dedicated team of 23 volunteers successfully removed 5 334 invasive alien pine trees from the remote upper slopes of the Boosmansbos Wilderness Area over a three-day operation from 23 to 25 October 2026, Cape {town} Etc reports. This initiative, spearheaded by the HeliHack Initiative in partnership with CapeNature, aims… Read more »
Cape Town taxi violence disrupts travel for matric exam candidates
Amid escalating taxi and gang-related violence in several areas of Cape Town, including Delft, Khayelitsha, and Nyanga, concerns for the safety and transport of learners have surged dramatically, Cape {town} Etc reports. These safety concerns reached a critical point this morning as thousands of candidates faced the pressures of writing… Read more »