Cape Town Etc News Updates

South African motorists are expected to face another sharp fuel price increase in May 2026, with early data suggesting even steeper hikes than those recorded in April, as global oil markets remain volatile and geopolitical tensions intensify. According to the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), fuel prices are… Read more »

United Kingdom tourists are now leading a powerful surge in travel to South Africa, particularly to Cape Town, overtaking traditional markets like Germany, the Netherlands and France as the top source of international visitors in 2026, Cape {town} Etc reports. New data from Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) shows that February 2026… Read more »

This winter, discover the magic of a Big 5 safari without travelling far from home. Nestled at the entrance to the iconic Garden Route and set against the breathtaking Langeberg Mountain range, Garden Route Game Lodge offers a truly immersive bush experience just 3.5 hours from Cape Town. As the seasons shift,… Read more »

A video circulating on social media (originally shared on Facebook) has sparked widespread outrage after allegedly showing private security officers assaulting a man in the Plattekloof/Panorama area, Cape {town} Etc reports. The footage, which emerged on Monday, 6 April, shows a group of officers apprehending a man at the corner… Read more »

What was first believed to be a suicide in Heathfield has taken a dramatic turn, with police now treating the death of a 46-year-old woman as a murder case. Authorities confirmed that the woman, Elana Brooke, was found in Heathfield, with initial reports suggesting she had taken her own life… Read more »

Motorists across South Africa could soon feel the squeeze at the pumps again after Engen introduced additional fuel surcharges, raising fresh concerns over pricing and regulation. The move comes at a time when consumers are already grappling with volatile fuel costs, with some reports indicating added charges of between R2… Read more »

Cape Town has seen its fair share of glitzy nights, but this one felt different. It was not just about glamour or recognition. It was about purpose, impact, and the quiet, powerful work that changes lives long after the spotlight fades. At the recent Panache Women of Wonder Awards, two… Read more »

US President Donald Trump has backed a two-week ceasefire with Iran in a dramatic late shift, coming less than two hours before a deadline he had set for Tehran, Cape {town} Etc reports. Earlier on Tuesday, Trump had warned that failure to comply with his demands, including reopening the Strait… Read more »

As cooler air settles over the city and evenings arrive with a noticeable chill, Cape Town enters what many locals consider the true start of hiking season. Autumn, rather than summer, is when the city’s natural playground reveals its best self. Cape Town’s mountains are never closed, but they are… Read more »

Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 8 April 2026. Today’s weather in Cape Town features a mostly sunny and warmer day, with a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. The UV index will reach a moderate level of 5. Expect around 16%… Read more »