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Red Bull Dune Dusters returns to Cape Town for ultimate sand showdown
Cape Town’s iconic Atlantis Dunes will once again become the battleground for one of the country’s most uncompromising running events as Red Bull Dune Dusters returns on Saturday 21 February. Set against sweeping dunes just outside the city, the event…
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Alleged killer in brutal murder shot dead in gang warfare drive-by
A man that was shot and killed in a daylight drive-by in Tafelsig, during the school holidays, has been identified as one of the former accused in the Clare Swartz murder case.
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Police warn public of sophisticated telephone scam
Fraudsters clone Western Cape police commissioner’s phone number to impersonate officers and demand money from victims to avoid arrest.
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Man killed, child injured in random shooting at animal clinic in Ravensmead
A 25-year-old man was fatally shot and 12-year-old wounded in random attack at animal welfare mobile clinic in Ravensmead. Police investigate as veterinary staff left traumatised by senseless violence.
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City urges action as Cape Town dam levels continue to fall
With Cape Town’s dam levels now 19% lower than at the same time last year, the City is urgently calling on residents, businesses and visitors to reduce water consumption as usage continues to rise during recent hot weather.
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Report unpacks drivers of gang violence and rise in warfare
A recent report has indicated that two gangs are vying for control of Mitchells Plain.
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Government reminds matrics that second chance exams are free
As nerves and excitement builds for the 2025 matric results release on Tuesday, 13 January, government has reminded candidates that the Second Chance Programme services are free.
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UWC scientists develop groundbreaking low-cost health screening test
UWC researchers develop breakthrough electrochemical sensor detecting cancer, tuberculosis and long COVID-19 at fraction of traditional costs, using nanotechnology for ultra-sensitive disease biomarker detection.
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Four men arrested for murder of hijacked car driver in Brackenfell
Four men aged 18-22 arrested in Cape Town for murdering hijacked car driver. Suspects found at filling station will appear in court.
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Back-to-school blues Strategies to help your child overcome school anxiety
Expert strategies help parents tackle children’s back-to-school anxiety with ten evidence-based approaches and relaxation techniques.
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