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- Hawks arrest suspect linked to Tembisa Hospital probe
A 37-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the Tembisa Hospital corruption investigation and is expected to appear in court on Monday, 31 August. The Hawks arrested the suspect at OR Tambo International Airport on Friday, 28 August, as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged tender fraud linked… Read more » - Cape Town property owner liable after gate injures child
A Cape Town property owner has been held liable after a heavy sliding gate fell on an eight-year-old boy in Ruiterwacht, causing serious injuries, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to SAFLII’s Western Cape High Court records, the Western Cape High Court ruling in O.S.N obo R.J v Chilwan, delivered on… Read more » - Cape Town roads get R4 billion infrastructure boost
Cape Town has recorded its biggest-ever annual capital spend on urban mobility, with more than R4 billion channelled into roads, public transport infrastructure and projects aimed at improving movement across the city. The spending includes R2,54 billion in capital expenditure by the City’s Urban Mobility Directorate during the 2025/26 financial… Read more » - New animal by-law could change Cape Town pet rules
Cape Town owners could face new pet rules if the City’s proposed Animal Keeping By-law is adopted, with public comments open until 29 September 2026, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to the City of Cape Town’s draft Animal Keeping By-law notice, the proposed rules cover dogs, stray animals, nuisance animals,… Read more » - Planned water disruptions to affect these areas today
Residents in several Cape Town areas can expect changes to their water supply from today, Monday 31 August, as the City carries out planned maintenance, Cape {town} Etc reports. The work forms part of maintenance on the City’s water infrastructure and may result in lower water pressure or temporary water… Read more » - A bright end to the month – Monday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for Monday, 31 August 2026. Today’s weather in Cape Town features sunshine, with a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. Expect a bright and beautiful day with clear skies from start to finish. The UV index will… Read more » - Feeling sick? Here are the things you should never Google
Words: Bona Magazine If you’re feeling under the weather and tempted to reach for your phone to search your symptoms… you might want to think twice. Google can be useful for basic health information, but searching for every ache, rash, or unusual symptom can quickly turn into a stressful guessing… Read more » - Gayton McKenzie backs Airlink flyover after backlash
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has defended Airlink’s dramatic flyover at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, dismissing criticism of the manoeuvre after footage of the aircraft spread widely online. The flyover took place shortly before the Springboks faced the All Blacks, with two Airlink Embraer aircraft, one… Read more » - Imported peanut butter prices may rise in South Africa
South African shoppers could soon notice price changes on some jars of peanut butter lining supermarket shelves, but the increase is unlikely to apply across the board. The change follows a new 20% customs duty on imported peanut butter, introduced as part of efforts to support domestic manufacturers competing against… Read more » - Cape Town set to expand CCTV and body cameras
A growing network of cameras is becoming an increasingly important part of Cape Town’s enforcement and policing landscape, with the City expanding its use of body-worn, vehicle and fixed CCTV technology. According to the City of Cape Town, the City plans to add 750 body-worn cameras to its enforcement services,… Read more »
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