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- In photos: Princess Vlei revived after decades of neglect
Words: Ashraf Hendricks / GroundUp Princess Vlei on the Cape Flats was one of very few nature spaces that people of colour could visit during apartheid. The area was fondly known as ‘Gala land’ or ‘Claremont beach’ by the locals who could not access many of the peninsula’s segregated beaches.… Read more » - Cape Town teen aims to become youngest South African to swim the English Channel
An 18-year-old from Cape Town is preparing to take on one of open-water swimming’s greatest challenges in a bid to make South African history, Cape {town} Etc reports. Amber-Rose Berry will attempt to become the youngest South African ever to successfully swim the English Channel later this month, with her crossing… Read more » - Duinefontein Bridge reaches major MyCiTi construction milestone
Cape Town’s ambitious MyCiTi Phase 2A rollout has reached another significant milestone after construction teams completed the installation of the massive bridge beams that will form part of the new Duinefontein Bridge. The complex engineering operation, carried out over five days, saw crews transport and lift pre-cast concrete beams measuring… Read more » - Schoongezicht Buffet restaurant to close after 21 years of family dining
Schoongezicht Buffet restaurant has confirmed that it will soon close its doors, marking the end of a 21-year journey that has touched generations of loyal diners, Cape {town} Etc reports. The announcement, shared with customers this week on Facebook, has prompted an outpouring of appreciation from longtime patrons, many of whom… Read more » - The best Cape Town venues for Friday’s big rugby match
Not everyone will be cheering from the stands when the DHL Stormers take on New Zealand at DHL Stadium on Friday, 7 August, with kick-off set for 7:10pm. The good news is Cape Town has plenty of lively venues where rugby fans can catch every tackle, try and conversion on… Read more » - Traffic fine scams are back, SAPS warns motorists
Traffic fine scams are spreading across South Africa, with SAPS warning motorists to ignore fake NaTIS emails, SMS messages and phone calls that demand urgent payment, Cape {town} Etc reports. The messages claim that a fine is overdue and pressure recipients to act fast to avoid extra penalties or legal… Read more » - Mitchells Plain police officers arrested over alleged bribe to release suspect
A Mitchells Plain police constable is expected in court after an arrest that has put the spotlight back on corruption within the police service, with a family allegedly recording a conversation in which money was requested to secure a man’s release from custody, Cape {town} Etc reports. The 25-year-old officer, who… Read more » - City’s Metro Police arrests jump 70% as anti-hijacking unit boosts crime fight
The Metro Police Department of Cape Town has reported a remarkable 70% surge in arrests over the past year, reflecting a commitment to combat crime amid escalating challenges, Cape {town} Etc reports. This increase aligns with notable enhancements across all key enforcement categories and is attributed to recent substantial resource investments,… Read more » - Search continues for three missing Elsies River siblings
A search is continuing for three young siblings from Elsies River who have been missing for more than a week, with police appealing to the public for any information that could help locate the children. The siblings, 7-year-old Alessia Khumalo, 4-year-old Perez Khumalo and one-year-old Atarah Khumalo, were last seen… Read more » - Stellenbosch residents oppose new luxury estate
Words: Liezl Human / GroundUp Residents of Jamestown, a quiet town on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, are concerned about the impact new developments may have on the community’s character and heritage. Some families have been in Jamestown for generations, farming strawberries on small farms. This heritage is celebrated with the… Read more »
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