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Cape Argus
Gwarube fast-tracks stipends for education assistants
THE plight of thousands of young educators in South Africa took a significant step towards resolution as Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube recently announced the resumption of September stipend payments to school assistants.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Britain’s Conservatives face bleak future
THEY were an electoral powerhouse, the party of political titans Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher and Benjamin Disraeli. But Britain's once-towering Conservatives ended their annual meeting this week with their very future under threat.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Pakistan’s ‘Eagle’ Afridi ready to prey on Proteas, says Khan
THE clear and present danger facing the Proteas on their upcoming Test tour of Pakistan may be the prospect of raging turning pitches and dual spin threat of the hosts, but the return of star left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is ominous.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
WC healthcare system gets R1.8bn injection
THE Western Cape's healthcare system is getting a major shot in the arm, with 45 new construction projects under way.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Protesters clash with police after mayor refuses to meet them
KHAYELITSHA residents have given the City and the province seven days to respond to their memorandum after they clashed with police as they attempted to hand over a memorandum to Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis yesterday.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Gaza-bound aid flotilla says several boats seized by Israel
THE organisers of a new Gaza-bound aid flotilla said the Israeli army intercepted at least three of its boats yesterday.
1 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Tuchel's Three Lions ready to roar into World Cup
ENGLAND and Portugal are in pole position to win their respective 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying groups with two games to spare, with several other European nations also hoping to secure berths at the finals in the upcoming matches.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Execution key as Stormers begin vital three-game URC road trip
THE Stormers face an important early-season stretch in their United Rugby Championship (URC) campaign as they kick off their three-match overseas tour against the Scarlets tomorrow night (8.45pm kickoff) in Llanelli.
2 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Chiefs set to face Manchester United in London
KAIZER Chiefs, the newly crowned champions of the DStv Diski Challenge, are set to take on English giants Manchester United next month.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Grace Van Patten shines in ‘Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’
THE Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox might be flawed but the performance of Grace Van Patten, who stars as the titular character, is nothing short of spectacular.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Probe into AI-generated nude photos of learners
THE Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has confirmed that parents of learners at Vredendal High School in the West Coast, have opened cases with police after pictures of girls’ faces were allegedly photoshopped on to nude pictures using artificial intelligence (AI) and circulated in the school.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Bottas ready to drive Cadillac to success
VALTTERI Bottas has spent the past year observing Formula One from the sidelines, officially as Mercedes’ reserve, attending briefings, analysing data, and staying fit in case he was needed. Unofficially, he has been waiting for another chance — a chance that comes in 2026 with Cadillac’ first Fl team.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Schreiber extends Zimbabwe Exemption Permit
IN a MOVE bringing relief to thousands of Zimbabwean nationals living in South Africa, Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber has extended the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) to May 28, 2027.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
WC salutes creativity and legacy at cultural awards
THE Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) hosted its annual Cultural Awards at the Artscape theatre, in Cape Town, with Ministerial Commendations given to Cape Town musician, Loukmaan Adams, Ministerial Legacy awards to photographer, Fanie Jason and many others in various fields.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Montana charges Sars commissioner over 'fake' judgment
FORMER Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) CEO Lucky Montana has taken the extraordinary step of laying criminal charges against the South African Revenue Service (Sars) commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, accusing him and other Sars officials of fraudulently doctoring a fake court judgment to justify a hefty tax bill.
1 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Zozibini makes series debut in ‘Bad Influencer’
ROLE REVEAL
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Perfect time to teach children about finances
AS THE year draws to a close, it offers a unique opportunity for parents to engage in meaningful financial conversations with their children.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
The diagnosis is right, but the cure is missing
WHEN President Cyril Ramaphosa unveils a new “10-Point Economic Action Plan” promising to “reignite growth,” relief should be the order of the day. But it isn’t. We've seen this movie before.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
'They called us terrorists' – Mandla Mandela
AS MANDLA Mandela and five other activists who were abducted by Israeli forces from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) landed at OR Tambo International Airport yesterday, he said they were called “terrorists and baby killers.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Cape Town Port to expand capacity in R195.7m deal
THE Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has officially signed a 25-year Terminal Operator Agreement (TOA) with FFS Tank Terminals which will inject R195.7 million into the terminal.
1 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Mthethwa to receive official funeral
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has reportedly accorded an official funeral to South African Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa.
1 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Strategies for Grade 12 exams success and beyond
THE pressure to excel in the upcoming Grade 12 exams is real and great for many young South Africans.
4 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Gold surge: A response to tensions
GOLD'S relentless rise reached another milestone yesterday as the precious metal hit $4 002.95 (about R69 000) an ounce for the first time.
1 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
HOPE-AI 360 redefining healthcare
MENTAL health challenges are rising worldwide, affecting communities everywhere. Anxiety, depression and emotional distress are increasingly common yet traditional healthcare systems, though essential, are often stretched beyond capacity. Limited resources, social stigma, geographic barriers and shortages of qualified professionals prevent millions from accessing the support they need. At the same time, maintaining hospitals, clinics and infrastructure requires enormous funding and healthcare budgets — covering wellness spaces, training health professionals and expanding mental health services in marginalised communities ~ are under significant strain. This reality calls for innovative, technology-driven solutions.
3 min |
October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Jackson identifies similarities between 1998 squad and current SA team
BAFANA Bafana's 1998 FIFA World Cup squad member Willem Jackson has drawn some similarities between his generation and the current crop of players vying for a spot at the 2026 global showpiece.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Am still finding his stride as URC test against defending champions awaits
SPRINGBOK and Sharks centre Lukhanyo Am isn't being too hard on himself as he works to regain top form as quickly as possible in the United Rugby Championship (URC).
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Four children shot in Cape Flats in less than a week
A FOUR-YEAR-OLD boy is fighting for his life in hospital after he was shot in Hanover Park yesterday.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Peace will remain impossible until we confront the full story
WHEN Hamas gunmen attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, killing about 1200 people, the world recoiled in horror.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Western Province dominates SA natural bodybuilding champs
WESTERN Province Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WPNBF) athletes dominated the 75th South African Natural Bodybuilding Championships held in Gqeberha on October 4, bringing home 22 gold medals and three overall titles: Ladies Overall, Men's Physique Overall, and Senior Male Overall.
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October 09, 2025
Cape Argus
MKHWANAZI CALLS FOR PROBE INTO MCBRIDE, O'SULLIVAN LINKS
FORMER Independent Police Investigative Directorate (PID) head Robert McBride, has been named by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who called on Parliament to probe his interactions with forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan.
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