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- Businessman Carrim testifies as Ramaphosa extends Madlanga deadline
Businessman Suliman Carrim testified before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, reports Cape {town} Etc. The inquiry continues to examine allegations of criminality, political interference and corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system. The testimony comes a day after President Cyril Ramaphosa extended the commission’s reporting deadline, according… Read more » - South Africa economy grows 1.1% in 2025, below forecasts
South Africa’s economy grew 1.1% in 2025, offering the fastest annual expansion since 2022 but falling short of Treasury and central bank forecasts, reports Cape {town} Etc. South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew an astonishing 1.1% in 2025. This follows the growth of 0,8% and 0,5% in 2023 and… Read more » - Foot-and-mouth disease confirmed on 6 farms in Mossel Bay area
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has been confirmed on six farms in the Mossel Bay area, with five further farms awaiting test results, officials said. George Herald reported that veterinarians visited 114 farms in the zone and vaccinated 81 of those holdings, bringing the local total to 13 493 animals vaccinated so… Read more » - Video: Thick smoke, Philippi farm fire blankets nearby homes
A Philippi farm fire has sent thick smoke over nearby homes since Sunday, leaving residents concerned and prompting safety advice from local officials, reports Cape {town} Etc. ‘The fire on Mr. Mongie’s farm in Olieboom Road Philippi is still raging,’ councillor Cllr Elton Jansen wrote in an official update on 10… Read more » - Proteas stranded in India after charter flight cancelled
West Indies and South Africa remain in Kolkata after a charter flight organised to take both squads to Johannesburg was cancelled because of airspace clearance problems linked to tensions in West Asia, reports Cape {town} Etc. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From… Read more » - Cape Town cancels World Naked Bike Ride following backlash
The 2026 World Naked Bike Race in Cape Town, traditionally held the day before the Cape Town Cycle Tour, was cancelled amid growing pressure from local authorities, reports Cape {town} Etc. The event, held annually for the past 18 years, was reportedly cancelled after the City of Cape Town imposed… Read more » - Temu’s viral meat trend: Delicious deal or dangerous bite?
A surprising new trend has erupted online as the budget e‑commerce giant Temu, best known for its low‑priced clothing, electronics and home goods, quietly expanded into selling raw food products, including steak, chicken and seafood. Influencers on TikTok and Instagram have been posting videos of themselves unboxing and cooking up… Read more » - Cape Town urges Prasa to root out gang connections in central line contracts
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has taken a firm stance on the alarming revelations from an investigative report, which highlighted alleged gang connections to contracts associated with the Central Line project. The mayor is now calling on the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) to conduct a thorough investigation… Read more » - Video: Cape Town mayor defends N2 wall project amidst criticism and concerns
The City of Cape Town is engulfed in a heated debate over its proposed R120 million N2 wall project, designed to enhance safety along one of the city’s busiest highways, reports Cape {town} Etc. The initiative has drawn mixed reactions from residents and political figures alike, underscoring deep divisions over urban… Read more » - Markus Jooste’s R105 million mansion finally sold in Hermanus
The stunning coastal estate once owned by former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste has found a new owners, marking a historic sale at a record price of R105 million, reports Cape {town} Etc. The property, located in the scenic Voëlklip area of Hermanus, has long been associated with the affluent Rupert family… Read more »
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