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- Beloved Root44 closes until further notice
One of the Cape Winelands’ best-known weekend attractions has announced that it is closing until further notice, bringing uncertainty for traders, employees and the many families whose livelihoods depend on the bustling Stellenbosch market. Root44 confirmed the decision in a statement shared via social media on Tuesday morning, saying the… Read more » - Ramaphosa reshuffles national executive
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a series of changes to the national executive, appointing new ministers and deputy ministers across several key portfolios following consultations with the Democratic Alliance as a partner in the Government of National Unity (GNU). The changes, which were announced by the Presidency on Tuesday evening,… Read more » - Showers expected later in the day – Wednesday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for Wednesday, 1 July 2026. Today’s weather in Cape Town will be cool and partly sunny, with a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. Expect a mix of sunshine and clouds in the morning, with showers developing… Read more » - Garden Route teams complete chainsaw training ahead of climate summit
In a clear sign that local authorities are preparing for a more unpredictable climate future, close to 50 disaster management and emergency response personnel in the Garden Route have completed specialist chainsaw operation and maintenance training. The training, held on 30 June 2026, brought together teams from George Municipality, the… Read more » - Cape of Good Hope SPCA protects animals amid Cape Town tensions
As uncertainty unfolded across parts of Cape Town, one organisation was focused on a different kind of emergency making sure animals were not forgotten. As posted by the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, the animal welfare organisation spent the day monitoring the situation while continuing its rescue and welfare work… Read more » - Assistant store manager salary sparks debate in South Africa
A TikTok video showing the reported salary of an assistant store manager has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many South Africans weighing in on the figures, Cape {town} Etc reports. As reported by Briefly, the clip shared what was described as the salary breakdown of an assistant store manager,… Read more » - Deadline for SAPS to stock child rape kits at Western Cape police stations
Words: Mary-Anne Gontsana/GroundUp The South African Police Service (SAPS) has until Tuesday, 30 June to ensure that all Western Cape police stations are stocked with child rape kits. Last week, the chairperson of Parliament’s select committee on security and justice, Jane Mananiso, said oversight visits to various police stations by… Read more » - Biggest movies and shows releasing in July
With streaming services and movie theatres releasing a packed schedule of eagerly awaited films and binge-worthy TV series, July is looking to be a blockbuster month for entertainment. There is something for every viewer to add to their watchlist, ranging from suspenseful dramas and action-packed thrillers to hilarious comedies and… Read more » - Jaguar Land Rover recalls Defender, Discovery and Range Rover models
The National Consumer Commission has flagged a product recall issued by Jaguar Land Rover South Africa, affecting selected 2020 to 2027 model year Defender, Discovery and Range Rover vehicles sold across the country, reports Cape {town} Etc. Affected models: Defender models sold between April 2019 and June 2026 Discovery units… Read more » - Public invited to share views on Cape Town Civic Centre parking redevelopment
The City of Cape Town is encouraging residents to share their thoughts on a transformative proposal that seeks to sell and redevelop a portion of the parking lot at the Cape Town Civic Centre, Cape {town} Etc reports. This initiative aims to create a vibrant mixed-use development, including affordable housing, significantly… Read more »
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