Local Stories
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City of Cape Town reports 805 streetlight vandalism incidents in three months
“Cape Town recorded 805 streetlight vandalism cases in Q3 2025, costing R16 million. Vanguard Estate and Mitchells Plain worst affected areas.”
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David Kramer legacy wines launched to support struggling theatre artists
David Kramer launched a Legacy Edition wine collection with Fortes Family Wines at Cape Town’s Baxter Theatre. The Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz wines feature his iconic red veldskoene on the…
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Sea Point police open inquest after man found in water
Man’s body found in Sea Point water; police open inquest as City of Cape Town ramps up drowning safety campaign.
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Police hunt three armed suspects after elderly man assaulted in Camps Bay
Cape Town police are hunting three armed robbers who assaulted an 85-year-old Camps Bay resident during a break-in early on Friday.
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Cape Town’s 17-metre Tree of Hope raises funds for four local charities
This initiative brings together hospitality partners, businesses, artists, visitors, and local communities in a shared celebration of giving and togetherness.
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Cape Town launches free vehicle checks for all drivers
In the past, the City invited only public transport operators to submit their vehicles for voluntary inspections to detect any potential defects.
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Four suspects arrested with half-million rand stolen goods haul
Metro police officers arrested four suspects in Eerste River yesterday for the possession of stolen goods to the value of half a million rand.
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Western Cape road deaths surge ahead of festive season
According to the Western Cape Traffic Services, 99 people died in road crashes across the province last month alone.
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Suspect arrested after teen is killed by stray bullet in Factreton
Alnika Mitchell was caught in the crossfire during a gang-related shooting on Saturday 6 December. A 53-year-old man sustained wounds to his arm.
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Global breakers light Up V&A Waterfront at world championship qualifier
The fourth Undisputed Breaking World Championship qualifier ahead of the Tokyo World Final, put Cape Town’s vibrant hip-hop community front and centre.
