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An artist's impression of what the Golden Acre retail space will look like after its revamp.

Revitalising Golden Acre: A new retail upgrade for Cape Town's commuter hub

Discover how the Golden Acre precinct in Cape Town is set to transform into a vibrant mixed-use area, enhancing the daily experience for thousands of commuters and shoppers.

Nicolette Tilley witnessed the rescue team bring down the body of the base jumper at Table Mountain on Monday, January 5

Tragic base jumping accident claims life on Table Mountain

A tragic base-jumping accident on Table Mountain resulted in a man's death, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation and raising safety concerns among the public.

Volunteers and community groups highlight crumbling TMNP infrastructure.

SANParks refutes claims as petition numbers climb

A petition demanding improved safety and maintenance at Table Mountain National Park has reached 10 958 signatures. Activists cite deteriorating trails, neglected facilities, and…

A screenshot from a video doing the rounds on social media

Two wounded in CBD shooting

A brazen midday shooting in Cape Town's CBD leaves two men injured, raising concerns about public safety in the city centre.

Partnerships between the CCID, police, City Law Enforcement, private security, and the CPF have contributed to a 35% drop in reported incidents.

Crime in Cape Town CBD drops by 35%

Discover how the Cape Town CBD achieved a remarkable 35% reduction in crime incidents, thanks to strategic partnerships and community efforts.

A wildfire that began in Deer Park has spread to Devil’s Peak, forcing trail closures as firefighters battle multiple blazes across Cape Town.

Fires move from Deer Park to Camps Bay

A wildfire in the Deer Park area of Table Mountain National Park has rapidly spread towards Devil’s Peak, prompting emergency measures as firefighters battle extreme conditions.

50 firefighters from SANParks, the City of Cape Town Fire & Rescue Services, Volunteer Wildfire Services (VWS), and Working on Fire (WoF) are actively tackling the blaze near Hely Hutchinson Avenue in Bakoven, Camps Bay.

Fires rage in Camps Bay and Cape Town CBD

Firefighters are urgently battling two significant fire incidents in Cape Town today, as strong winds complicate their efforts. The most critical blaze is raging on the mountain…

Residents and interested parties are encouraged to comment on the land use application for the Strand Street Quarry.

Have your say on quarry redevelopment

City encourages residents to comment on land use application for Strand Street Quarry.

A man was arrested for robbery following a joint operation on Table Mountain on April 1

'Robber' arrested on Table Mountain

A breakthrough arrest on Table Mountain has netted a suspect with an imitation firearm linked to multiple robbery cases, following coordinated efforts by police, SANParks and…

Zaariah Leonard and Tharwah Thomas from Manenberg, who helped create the bench, enjoy the fruits of their labour.

Safe space bench unveiled on Table Mountain

BRAVERock Girls from Manenberg are creating safe spaces and fostering sisterhood through the unveiling of a vibrant mosaic bench.

St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric Care is celebrating close to 90 years of pioneering paediatric healthcare. Picture: Supplied.

Cape Town non-profit clinic celebrates 90 years of life-changing paediatric care

St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric Care is celebrating close to 90 years of pioneering paediatric healthcare. Founded in September 1935 by the German Pallottine Sisters, St…

The City is encouraging residents to attend an online information session about the invasive borer beetle (pictured). Picture: City of Cape Town

Online workshop about invasive borer beetle

The City has called on residents to attend an online information session about the invasive polyphagous shot hole borer beetle next week. The webinar will be hosted by deputy…

A suspect was arrested in connection with the fire on Table Mountain, which had been contained by Sunday evening. Picture: SANParks

Suspect arrested in connection with Table Mountain fire

The Platteklip Gorge trail and contour path across the front face of Table Mountain will remain closed until further notice. A fire that broke out on Table Mountain on Sunday has…

Aftershocks of an earthquake hit Cape Town in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Residents recall the morning the earth moved

Like riding in a bus or the rumbling of a truck pulling into a loading bay. This is how some Cape Town residents have described the tremors which hit the Western Cape early on…

Improper disposal of items like wet wipes, cooking oil, and sanitary products can cause blockages in sewer systems, leading to spills that could affect beach areas.

Prevent blocked sewers during festive season

As the city warms up for summer, more people are out and about, and spaces such as our beaches become a hive of activity. The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation directorate…

Keep children safe with Identikidz this festive season

The City of Cape Town’s Identikidz programme has seen more than 14 000 children tagged since its launch earlier this month. The City’s mayoral committee member for community…

Locals and visitors are encouraged to swim at lifeguarded beaches. Picture: Brenton Geach

Don’t become a rip current casualty

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is encouraging locals and visitors to swim at beaches with lifeguards to prevent becoming a rip current casualty. NSRI spokesperson…

The 876 City Law Enforcement cadets paraded on Friday as part of a joint initiative by the City of Cape Town and the South African Police Service.

SAPS, City officers ‘ready’ for festive season safety

“We are ready this festive season”, said Robbie Roberts, director of Law Enforcement in the City of Cape Town at a joint safety parade in the city centre on Friday. The event…

Briefing the media, from left are, Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital CEO Dr Anita Parbhoo, chief of operations for health and wellness Dr Saadiq Kariem, Health and Wellness MEC Mireille Wenger, chief director for emergency and clinical services support Juanita Arendse and provincial director of EMS Craig Wylie.

Health services brace for busy festive season

The province’s hospitals are bracing for the usual spike in trauma cases over the festive season, say health officials. At the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital on…

More than 130 traffic officers graduated at the Gene Louw Traffic College in Brackenfell on Monday. Picture: Supplied.

New traffic cops to bolster holiday road safety

The graduation of 133 traffic officers will strengthen road safety efforts for the festive season, says the Western Cape Mobility Department. The graduation ceremony followed a…