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Booi to lead experienced Bok Women at World Cup
SOUTH Africa head coach Swys de Bruin believes an experienced squad, led by the Springbok Women's most capped player Nolusindiso Booi, can “push them towards the playoffs” of the Rugby World Cup.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
Wife's gambling addiction at centre of divorce dispute
A DIVORCING husband turned to the Western Cape High Court to order that his wife forfeit her share of their assets upon divorce, as he claimed she squandered millions of rand accumulated in assets over the years on gambling.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
ATM pushes for probe into McKenzie's alleged racist remarks
THE African Transformation Movement (ATM) has formally lodged a complaint against Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie, alleging racist remarks aimed at black South Africans and calling for an urgent investigation and his removal.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
CPF head arrested for alleged sexual crimes against minor
A 56-YEAR-OLD man, who serves as the chairperson of the Strand Community Policing Forum (CPF), has been arrested on several charges of sexual offences against a minor.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
Lolitha Kowa murder accused face additional charges
AN ADDITIONAL charge of kidnapping has been added to the case against the couple accused of raping and murdering 7-year-old Lolitha Kowa.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
Cavaliers roar louder: Boland overpower Lions
THE Boland Cavaliers showed their Currie Cup mettle on Sunday as they subdued the Lions with excellent defence and a powerful scrummaging and lineout performance to claim a vital 29-10 bonus-point victory in Wellington.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
Proteas lament missed chances in Darwin
THE Proteas were left to rue a crucial dropped catch in their 17-run loss in the opening T20I against Australia at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin on Sunday, wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton admitted afterwards.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
Literature and love meet in romantic tearjerker
THE transformative power of romantic relationships has for generations formed the premise of classic movies, the arcs of beloved television series and the inspiration behind hit songs.
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August 11, 2025
Cape Argus
From racist remarks to celeb kidnappings and legal battles
IT’S BEEN another whirlwind week in the world of fame, with chart-topping releases, courtroom drama, rising stars being recognised, and a few heartwarming moments thrown in.
4 min |
August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
The impact of PCOS on self-image, self-esteem
AN ESTIMATED 12% of women worldwide live with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - a hormonal disorder affecting women in their reproductive years — yet it remains an under-researched condition that is not discussed openly. In celebration of Women’s Day on August 9, we want to shine a light on this important issue.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
SA's struggle with US trade relations
POLITICAL analysts say the South African government is wasting its time in engaging with US President Donald Trump on beneficial trade and investment relations between the two countries.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Pressure mounts for banking sector regulation in SA
THE #RacistBanksMustFall movement in South Africa has called for immediate legislative intervention in the wake of a US executive order designed to prevent banks from closing accounts based on political or religious beliefs.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Mexican authorities accuse Adidas of cultural appropriation
OFFICIALS in the southern Mexico state of Oaxaca accused sportswear giant Adidas of cultural appropriation after the fashion brand debuted sandals similar to a traditional design from the region.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
New Act Regulations affirm right to education
NEWLY published regulations of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act have affirmed that undocumented children in the country have a right to education.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
The arts are a lifeline, not a luxury
THIS past week, I walked through the carefully curated spaces of Decorex Africa’s Johannesburg showcase, taking in a multitude of vibrant displays of South African designs. Decorex, an annual exhibition highlighting the ingenuity and craftsmanship of South ‘Afiican creatives, reminded me that design is never just surface level - behind each design and installation lies a deeper narrative about heritage, innovation, and who we uniquely are as a nation.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Israel orders army to execute govt decisions on Gaza
ISRAELS military will have to execute any government decisions on Gaza, the defence minister said on Wednesday after reported disagreements over the prospect of a full occupation of the Palestinian territory.
3 min |
August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
MultiChoice distances itself from Open Chats Podcast
RACIST COMMENTS
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
New Horizon residents protest over housing
DISGRUNTLED residents from New Horizon in Pelican Park handed over a memorandum of demands to City officials yesterday, calling for poor housing conditions to be addressed, and an end to the demolition of informal structures and carports.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
'Sex pest' teacher (86) loses bid to dismiss case
FORMER SA teacher, Iain Wares, who is wanted by UK authorities for 76 counts of sexual assault of young boys, has lost an application to have a Cape Town case discharged.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Suspect arrested in viral e-hailing driver attack
ONE of the suspects caught on camera stabbing and robbing an e-hailing driver on Tuesday in Brackenfell has been busted.
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August 08, 2025
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Rosé stunned by 8 MTV VMA nominations
ROSE, the beloved BLACKPINK member, is still reeling in disbelief after receiving a staggering eight nominations at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards ~ her very first as a solo artist.
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August 08, 2025
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Swartklip Indoor Sports Centre to be demolished
THE Swartklip Indoor Sports Centre in Mitchell’s Plain, once a beacon of hope for youth development, will be demolished following years of structural failure, vandalism, and confirmed safety risks.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Community motorcade in Khayelitsha demands justice for Lolitha Kowa
ANTI-gender-based violence organisations and residents held a solemn motorcade through Khayelitsha yesterday in honour of 7-year-old Lolitha Kowa, whose rape and murder have sparked renewed outrage.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Coach Hawies shuffles Boland Cavaliers pack
BOLAND Cavaliers coach Hawies Fourie had to rejig his forwards pack following injuries to crucial players as they prepare for a tough battle with the high-flying Lions on Sunday in the Currie Cup.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Supporting mothers in the Western Cape
WITH World Breastfeeding Week observed this week, Genevieve Lewis from Bellville-South has shared her experience of how she learnt to breastfeed as a mother of two.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
‘Free agent’ team dynamics will bolster Bafana
WAYDE Jooste believes that the Bafana Bafana team that is representing the country in the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) has settled down and is now a unified group ahead of their opening match of the tournament on Friday. | SAFA
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August 08, 2025
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Mngqithi: PSL coaches all gunning for Sundowns
DEFENDING champions Mamelodi Sundowns are once again the team to beat, with many PSL club coaches tipping them to secure an unprecedented ninth consecutive league title.
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Ouaddou's dealing with Pirates' bloated squad ahead of opener
ABDESLAM Ouaddou is a happy coach, which is why he believes he has a solid foundation on which to build a competitive and entertaining team this season.
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August 08, 2025
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Macpherson lodges criminal complaint in explosive IDT bribery scandal
PUBLIC Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has lodged a criminal complaint at the Cape Town Central police station following allegations of corruption and bribery involving senior officials at the Independent Development Trust (IDT).
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August 08, 2025
Cape Argus
Chimaev is Du Plessis’ biggest fight to date, and SA‘s
WHO calls out the most feared man in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, risking his belt, his legacy and unbeaten streak in the UFC?
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