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- De Kelders wildfire edges toward Walker Bay Nature Reserve
Since the eruption of a fire in De Kelders near the entrance of Walker Bay Nature Reserve on Sunday, firefighters have been grappling with 2 153 hectares consumed by flames, reports Cape {town} Etc. Updates from the firefighting teams indicated both progress and ongoing challenges in their battle against the… Read more » - Carol your way through Cape Town’s candlelit Christmas nights
‘Tis the season! It’s time for the Mother City’s annual Christmas carol sing-alongs, candlelit concerts and family picnics. Here are five easy picks for festive music, each with the essentials so you can plan a warm, well-timed night out. Top carols to book or pop into: Cape Town carols at… Read more » - Stay vigilant: City warns of electricity scams targeting Cape Town residents
The City of Cape Town’s Energy Directorate has issued a warning to residents, urging them to remain alert to a growing trend of electricity scams infiltrating the metropolitan area, reports Cape {town} Etc. This advisory comes in the wake of reports detailing how individuals are posing as City officials and… Read more » - Khayelitsha families living above collapsing sewer pipe to be moved
Words: Vincent Lali / GroundUp The City of Cape Town will soon be relocating dozens of families in Town Two, Khayelitsha, who are living above collapsing sewer pipes. Last week, officials from the Office of the Public Protector and the SA Human Rights Commission visited the community, following numerous complaints… Read more » - Strong winds whip the Cape – Wednesday weather forecast
Good morning, Cape {town} Etc family. Here is your weather forecast for today, 26 November. Today’s weather in Cape Town features more sun and strong gusts with a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. It’s going to be another sunny day with the UV index reaching an extreme level of… Read more » - No 10 000 homes planned for Fish Hoek, City says
The City of Cape Town has dismissed claims that it intends to build 10 000 low-cost housing units in Fish Hoek, calling the reports unfounded and misleading, reports Cape {town} Etc. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to hidden gems… Read more » - New provincial reserve secures 209 hectares in Klein Karoo
CapeNature has formally declared Doringkloof in the Klein Karoo a Provincial Nature Reserve on 14 November 2025. It covers 209 hectares of mountain slopes and plains between Touwsrivier and Montagu, reports Cape {town} Etc. The site now forms part of the Touw Valley Cluster, which links four privately owned reserves… Read more » - Western Cape sees surge in drunk driving arrests as festive season nears
The Western Cape is on high alert as the festive season looms, following a troubling surge of 24 arrests for drunk driving over just one week, reports Cape {town} Etc. The statistic emerged during extensive enforcement operations conducted by Provincial Traffic Services from 17 to 23 November 2025, where officials executed… Read more » - Cape Town welcomes New Balance expansion
A year of aggressive retail expansion for New Balance has taken another step forward, with the global sportswear brand opening a new store at Somerset Mall in Cape Town, a move the company says reflects strong consumer demand despite shifting geopolitical winds. New Balance’s latest branch introduces the company’s UCC… Read more » - Lights, laughter and a little luxury: What’s on at The Galileo this week?
From gritty London antics and time-bending drama to sun-soaked sing-alongs and starry-eyed romance, The Galileo Open Air Cinema is serving up a box of luxury all-sorts this week. Catch Gerard Butler in full RocknRolla chaos, step into the curious world of Benjamin Button, witness the birth of Phineas T. Barnum’s… Read more »
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