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Cape Argus
South Africa Wine – helping break the cycle
EVERY child deserves the best possible start in life. In South Africa, where Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) rates remain among the highest reported in the world, too many children face lifelong challenges from before they even take their first breath.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Experts call for reform to tackle literacy crisis in SA
YESTERDAY marked International Literacy Day, drawing attention to the alarming state of South Africa’s education system. Recent statistics reveal a deepening literacy crisis among young learners.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
'Betrayed': South Korea shaken by US immigration raid
A MASSIVE US immigration raid on a battery factory that ensnared hundreds of South Korean workers has left many of the Asian nation’s lawmakers and investors feeling shaken.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Civic organisations challenge City’s tariff hikes
CIVIC organisation SA1st Forum has become the latest to join in the court battle challenging the City’s new fixed rate charges, saying the extent of these municipal increases will make ordinary citizens find it hard to keep up with maintaining their households.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
How Minstrels heritage shaped Cape arts scene
AS WE celebrate Heritage Month, one of the best parts of the Kaap se cultural fabric is the Cape Minstrels.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
SAHRC slams Lesufi's plan for night-time evictions
THE South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has condemned the evictions being carried out by municipalities, private security companies, and other state-sanctioned actors.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Government denies claims M23 rebels 'went undetected'
THE Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has pushed back against allegations that representatives of the M23 rebel group entered South Africa undetected to attend peace talks.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Preventing FASD through community action and collaboration
FOETAL Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) remains one of the most pressing yet preventable public health challenges worldwide.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Spring clean your finances: smart credit moves for a brighter future
EVER felt like your finances are stuck in a perpetual winter, battling the chill of rising costs and the gloom of debt? You're not alone.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
High stakes for Bafana in World Cup qualifier against Nigeria
THE stakes could not be higher as kickoff approaches for South Africa’s pivotal Fifa World Cup 2026 qualifier against Nigeria today at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
ICC to hear war crimes charges against fugitive warlord Kony
THE International Criminal Court will from Tuesday hear war crimes charges against fugitive Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony, accused of spearheading a brutal reign of terror that killed tens of thousands.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
SA vs Nigeria: More than just bragging rights on the line
BAFANA Bafana have grown in leaps and bounds over the years, which is why there wouldn't be a better time to settle the on-field beef between them and Nigeria.
3 min |
September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Bester seeks court order to halt release of Netflix documentary
WITH just a few days to go before the launch of the three part documentary true-crime series, Beauty and the Bester, convicted killer and rapist Thabo Bester is heading to court today in an urgent bid to stop Netflix from releasing the much anticipated series.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Assault suspects win Rım payout
PROCEDURAL FLAWS
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Disabled residents deserve reliable public transport
THE City of Cape Town's decision to limit the Dial-a-Ride service, only to reverse it after urgent court action, is more than poor planning. It exposes how easily the needs of disabled residents are pushed aside until public outrage or a court order forces attention.
1 min |
September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Reformed gangster killed in shooting
A REFORMED gangster has become the latest victim in another deadly shooting in Overcome Heights in Muizenberg on Sunday night.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
SABC on brink of collapse, Parliament warns
THE South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) faces a serious risk of collapse due to financial instability, outdated infrastructure, and an unsustainable funding model.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Sweden's Sami fear for future
SWEDEN'S indigenous Sami fear they will lose their livelihood and culture if plans go ahead to mine a large rare earths deposit located on their traditional reindeer grazing grounds in the far north.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Former FNB branch administrator jailed for theft
THE Gqeberha Specialised Commercial Crimes Court has sentenced 54-year-old Leonie Stella Stiemie to an effective six years’ imprisonment for two counts of theft.
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September 09, 2025
Cape Argus
Senegal leader's commitment
SENEGALS government has replaced the justice and interior ministers in a cabinet shakeup, pledging a “government of commitment and combat” as the country tries to revive its economy.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
RAF urged to resolve payment dispute out of court
WHILE the RAF last week failed in its urgent bid to extend the 180-day payment moratorium in which to pay claims, citing that it will lead to its financial collapse if the reprieve is not extended, members of the legal fraternity said this is not true - the RAF must just get its house in order.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Boland break new ground with semi berth, but tough task awaits
THE Boland Cavaliers received a taste of what they can expect in the Currie Cup semifinals against the Lions this past Saturday in Cape Town, after falling to a heavy defeat against Western Province.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
HIPPO ATTACK
ELEVEN people including children were missing after a hippopotamus capsized their boat in southwestern Ivory Coast, a government official said on Saturday.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
New Bo-Kaap Market aims to support local entrepreneurs
THE City announced the official launch of the Bo-Kaap Market which will take place September 30.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Learning to laugh through conflict in 'Fathers and Sons
FATHERS and Sons is a new comedy drama series coming to Mzansi Magic, and it promises to tickle your funny bone and tug at your heartstrings.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Is there a connection between environmental hazards and serial killers?
MURDERLAND is a big, wonderfully-written and harrowing book about that subject of endless fascination - serial killers.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Sabalenka credits mental reset after retaining US Open crown
ARYNA Sabalenka credited her newfound mental approach on Saturday after producing a controlled performance to retain her US Open crown.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Majoro backs Stellenbosch despite league struggles
STELLENBOSCH’S league form may be raising eyebrows, but former Bafana Bafana striker Lehlohonolo Majoro insists there is no cause for alarm ahead of their MTN8 final clash against Orlando Pirates next weekend.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
'Don't Be Trashy' campaign targets waste through eduction
CAPENATURE, in collaboration with Soapbox and the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, launched the “Don't Be Trashy” Drive to combat escalating waste threats to Western Cape ecosystems.
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September 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Taxi violence escalates as negotiations over route stall
TAXI violence over the Khayelit-sha-Somerset West Route continues to spiral despite marathon talks and a court interdict, with rival associations Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (Cata) and Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (Codeta) still deadlocked over control of the contested routes.
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