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Two people were wounded and taken to hospital after a shooting at Delft’s Palm taxi rank on Tuesday morning, as commuters fled the scene.
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Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has cautioned that the DA cannot take an outright majority in the city for granted ahead of the local government elections.
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The defence has challenged a witness’s claim that an officer described Stanfield as “untouchable” during court proceedings.
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Pastor Anthea Wilkinson has died following a violent smash-and-grab attack, leaving loved ones and the community mourning her loss.
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Conservation groups are calling for more rangers after alleged illegal overnight stays on Table Mountain raised concerns about protecting the area.
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The bail proceedings of a Stellenbosch University student have hit a delay after she failed to appear in court.
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Two suspects, including an expelled learner, were arrested after allegedly entering Breërivier High School in Avian Park, Worcester.
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Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis is targeting an outright DA majority in the city, despite polls pointing to a tight local election race.
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The accused in the Hout Bay murder case has asked the State to consider a plea agreement as the case moves forward.
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BARBER ABDUCTED BY SEVEN MEN
A Parow barber has allegedly been abducted by seven men over an iPhone 13 believed to have been stolen, with colleagues fearing for his life.
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NCC’s Fadiel Adams has put the employment of Coloured youth in the spotlight, claiming they are being overlooked for jobs and urging the community to unite to strengthen its voice in Cape Town.
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The DA has defended the City’s SWAT team, saying residents deserve to feel safe but gang-related convictions remain below 5% as cases are handed to SAPS. The party says stronger collaboration is needed to make Cape Town safer for all.
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EFF’s Virgill Gericke vows to make Cape Town one city for all, promising better services for the poor, business opportunities, an end to cadre deployment, and access to affordable land and housing.
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Following Andrews’ death, the Lions are drawing strength from the unity and solidarity of rugby.
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The ANC and DA are going head-to-head in Gugulethu’s Ward 39 election contest.
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COSATU is calling for Shein and Temu to be banned, arguing that cheap imports threaten jobs in South Africa.
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Two people were killed and five suspects arrested following a shooting and high-speed chase in Steenberg.
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