Cape Town Etc News Updates

After countless wishlist posts and hopeful comments beneath every major concert announcement, Cape Town R&B fans have been heard. Kehlani is finally returning to the Mother City – not just as a Rocking the Daisies headliner, but as an official world tourer. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter has announced South African dates… Read more »

The Presidency has rejected claims by Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus that ten African migrants were killed in xenophobia-related incidents in South Africa, saying some of the information shared by the World Health Organisation was inaccurate. In a statement, presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya expressed concern over what he described as misleading reports,… Read more »

Words: Mary-Anne Gontsana / GroundUp Abigail Mugoni from Masiphumelele was one of a dozen women employed by the Code Red Initiative (CRI) to make reusable sanitary pads until the project was forced to temporarily close in December last year. The Code Red Initiative was started in 2020 to respond to the… Read more »

A large-scale operation targeting the sale of counterfeit goods is currently underway at a shopping complex in Bellville, with law enforcement officials executing search-and-seizure warrants at more than 40 shops. The operation is being led by the South African Police Service’s National and Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Units,… Read more »

A 29-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man are expected to appear before the Kuilsrivier Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, on charges of possession and dealing in drugs following a major bust by the Anti-Economic Crime Task Team. As reported by African Insider, the pair were arrested in the… Read more »

George-born Ashley Oosthuizen’s prison sentence in Thailand has been reduced once more following the implementation of the 2026 Royal Pardon, which has brought renewed changes to her remaining time in custody. According to George Herald, the latest pardon, announced earlier this month in Thailand as part of a wider national… Read more »

For decades, Father’s Day has been synonymous with socks, ties and novelty mugs. Still, a growing number of families are choosing gifts that tap into nostalgia, shared interests and the joy of play. From LEGO builds and Hot Wheels collectables to movie-inspired merchandise and family games, many of today’s Father’s… Read more »

For many visitors, Rock N Rugby 2026 will be the perfect excuse to hit the road and head for Barrydale this July. With rugby legends, live music, comedy and the Springboks taking on England, all packed into one unforgettable weekend, the event promises to once again transform the Karoo Art… Read more »

Conversations about money do not often come easily. The topic can seem private and sensitive, and, in many families, it is almost taboo. The problem? By avoiding these discussions, people miss out on essential information and face the risks of crippling debt, inadequate future savings, and poor budgeting practices. This… Read more »

As food safety concerns continue to dominate conversations across Cape Town, city officials are calling on residents to think twice before sharing alarming social media posts that lack facts, Cape {town} Etc reports. Over the past week, several claims involving allegedly contaminated food products have spread rapidly online, sparking concern among… Read more »