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- Learn why cheetahs are more than just fast cats this International Cheetah Day
As we commemorate International Cheetah Day today, the Lion & Safari Park is urging families, wildlife lovers, and photographers to delve into the extraordinary world of one of Africa’s most remarkable and often misunderstood predators: the cheetah. With a commitment to education and conservation, the park offers visitors the opportunity… Read more » - Identikidz returns to protect beachgoers this festive season
Cape Town’s busiest beaches are gearing up for another holiday rush, and along with the crowds comes the return of a programme that has quietly become a lifeline for families. The Identikidz initiative, a familiar sight to many regular beachgoers, is being reintroduced for the 2025/26 festive season, offering parents… Read more » - Mitchells Plain triple shooting leaves three dead in Rocklands attack
A quiet Tuesday night in Rocklands, Mitchells Plain, turned into a devastating scene when four masked gunmen entered a Viscount Street property around 9pm and opened fire, killing three people, including a nine-year-old boy, and injuring two others in the process. The first details emerged from a family member who… Read more » - Mother City basking in very warm sun – Thursday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 4 December. Today’s weather in Cape Town features a sun-drenched day, finishing with a crystal-clear evening with a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It’ll be another scorcher with the UV index reaching a high level of… Read more » - Condom use hits record low raising renewed HIV concerns
The South African National AIDS Council (Sanac) is sounding the alarm over the significant decline in condom use across the nation, which has fallen to what officials describe as the ‘lowest ever’ levels. The pressing issue highlights an urgent need for innovative prevention strategies to combat the rising challenges posed… Read more » - Sea Point High school learner bullied for months
A 15-year-old Grade 8 learner has reportedly faced relentless bullying at the hands of older students at Sea Point High School. The ordeal, which began in May, has seen the boy subjected to physical assaults, daily extortion for money, and chilling death threats intended to silence him. The abuse escalated… Read more » - Parliament votes down Bosa’s motion to abolish 30% matric pass mark
Members of Parliament have decisively rejected a motion by the Build One South Africa (BOSA) party, aimed at abolishing the longstanding 30% minimum pass mark for matric subjects. This motion, presented by BOSA leader Dr Mmusi Maimane, garnered significant public support but ultimately fell short, gaining only 87 votes out… Read more » - George set for stricter water restrictions as dam levels fall
Residents in George may soon need to cut back even further on water use, as the municipality prepares to consider tougher restrictions during a Special Council meeting scheduled for 4 December. With dam levels slipping and summer demand fast approaching, officials say the situation now calls for firmer action. According… Read more » - ANC faces salary crisis as staff at Luthuli House await November payments
The African National Congress (ANC) is facing growing discontent among its employees at Luthuli House, as the party has reportedly failed to pay salaries for its head office staff for the third time this year. This latest delay comes just a week before the much-anticipated national general council, further exacerbating… Read more » - Celebrate the holiday season at Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront, Cape Town
Poised on Cape Town’s iconic Atlantic coastline, the exceptional hotel embodies a harmonious blend of modern sophistication, local heritage and the tranquil energy of its breathtaking surroundings. No two Radisson Collection hotels are ever the same, with each hotel representing an intrinsic part of local heritage and authentic character, with… Read more »
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