Cape Town Etc News Updates

As South Africa marks Human Rights Day on 21 March, a new report reveals a harrowing reality for the country’s youth. One in five children and adolescents faces a mental health condition, yet only ten percent of these vulnerable individuals can access the necessary care. This alarming statistic not only… Read more »

The South African government has reported a promising decline in road accidents, with preliminary statistics indicating an 11% reduction in crashes from January 1 to March 15 compared to the same timeframe in 2025. Addressing the media at the launch of the 2026 Arrive Alive Easter Road Safety Campaign, Minister… Read more »

Words: Matthew Hirsch / GroundUp The Western Cape government’s three large-scale affordable housing projects in the Cape Town inner city are inching forward, though construction has yet to begin at any of the sites. On Wednesday, Premier Alan Winde, Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and infrastructure MEC Tertuis Simmers briefed the media… Read more »

The Western Cape Government has responded to growing concerns regarding the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on local fuel supplies, reports Cape {town} Etc. In a reassuring message to the public, officials confirmed that there is currently sufficient fuel availability in the province to meet demand. Monitoring… Read more »

The Western Cape wine business was really put to the test by the 2025 wildfire season. Where climate unpredictability is becoming a part of the working environment, the Cape wine business is adapting, Cape {town} Etc reports. From volunteer training and landscape management to fermentation science, the industry has begun to… Read more »

LUMENOCITY, Africa’s first festival of light, is taking place in Cape Town from 9-12 April. LUMENOCITY has officially announced that it will be partnering with MINI South Africa for the upcoming event, Cape {town} Etc reports. The interactive light festival will use technology, art, and imaginative storytelling to change Cape Town’s… Read more »

On Wednesday, 18 March, the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards took place during the Passenger Terminal EXPO in London. Based on the world’s largest annual airport customer satisfaction survey, the Skytrax World Airport Awards are considered the most prestigious awards in the aviation business. The awards honour achievement in a number… Read more »

Cape Town will welcome hospitality professionals from across the continent when the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 10 to 12 June 2026. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to hidden gems… Read more »

Over the past few years, running clubs have exploded in popularity all over the world. This trend has reached Cape Town with much success, with several running clubs popping up across the Mother City. Running clubs refer to organised groups of runners who meet regularly at a designated spot before… Read more »

There’s nothing like a sticky, syrupy koeksister to sweeten your day. Cape Town’s bakeries, food trucks and roadhouses are serving up golden plaits with that authentic Sunday koeksister flavour. Before we begin, let’s get the koeksister vs koesister meanings: koeksister: A plaited dough confectionary soaked/ glazed in syrup from the… Read more »