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- City Metro Police Department promotes nearly 200 officers to new ranks
In a landmark move to strengthen its leadership capacity, nearly 200 staff members of the City’s Metro Police Department have been either promoted or appointed to the ranks of sergeant and inspector, Cape {town} Etc reports. This initiative represents a significant milestone not only for the department but also for the… Read more » - Major water supply maintenance set to disrupt services in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town has announced crucial planned maintenance work aimed at enhancing its water supply infrastructure, scheduled from 13 to 20 June 2026, Cape {town} Etc reports. While this undertaking is essential for improving service reliability, it will temporarily disrupt water supply in various areas, necessitating the cooperation and preparation… Read more » - Western Cape floods leave R9 billion cost and lasting impact
In a devastating blow to the Western Cape, the toll of the floods that tore through the province in May 2026 has reached an estimated R9 billion, Premier Alan Winde announced at a recent Special Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting, Cape {town} Etc reports. The intense flooding, a result of consecutive… Read more » - Elon Musk set to become world’s first trillionaire
Elon Musk is on the verge of breaking a financial threshold the world has never seen before. When SpaceX begins trading on the Nasdaq today, the South African-born entrepreneur could become history’s first trillionaire, driven by one of the most highly anticipated public offerings ever staged, as reported by Al… Read more » - Instagram and Facebook outage leaves thousands unable to log in
Thousands of social media users were left scrambling on Friday after a widespread disruption affected some of Meta’s biggest platforms, including Instagram, Facebook and Messenger, Cape {town} Etc reports. For many, the problem seemed to appear without warning. One moment they were scrolling through their feeds, and the next they found… Read more » - CTICC to host key SACU meetings
South Africa is set to become the centre of Southern Africa’s trade discussions next week, with Cape Town preparing to host a series of high-level meetings involving leaders from the Southern African Customs Union (SACU), Cape {town} Etc reports. The meetings, which will bring together heads of state, ministers and senior… Read more » - Ongoing protests impede access to Ocean View services
Reports have emerged of an escalating situation on Kommetjie Road, opposite Imhoff Farm, where a group has gathered, foreshadowing further protest action. Eyewitnesses report the presence of tyres on scene, indicating preparations for potential roadblocks. Motorists are advised to approach the area with caution as law enforcement officials are actively… Read more » - City plans to auction Cape Town farmers’ market site
Words: Liezl Human / GroundUp The future of the smallholder farmers’ market in Mowbray hangs in the balance after the City of Cape Town announced plans to auction off the property. The Mowbray Market has been operating for four years on the first Saturday of every month. The site is city-owned and… Read more » - Cape Town officer proves it really does take a village
A Cape Town law enforcement officer is winning hearts online after going above and beyond to comfort a distressed baby on the Stellenbosch Arterial this week, Cape {town} Etc reports. A mother driving along the busy route, Zanele Zee Hali, found herself in a difficult position when her baby began crying… Read more » - One of South Africa’s top golf courses is right here on the Garden Route
For golfers seeking an unforgettable South African golfing experience, Pezula Championship Golf Course continues to raise the bar. Perched dramatically on the cliffs of Knysna along the iconic Garden Route, Pezula has firmly established itself as one of the premier golfing destinations in the country, offering a world-class course complemented… Read more »
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