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Cape Argus
Child murders soar in W Cape, stats show
AT LEAST 63 children have been murdered in the Western Cape in just five months. This was revealed during a police presentation to the Western Cape Legislature's standing committee on social development yesterday.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Hundreds of learners compete in skills contest
The Western Cape Education Department' Provincial Skills Competition recently drew record participation at Bellville Technical High School.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
US President Trump's tariff war is a catalyst for global alliances
DONALD J Trump has with his absurd tariff war on the world single-handedly united and strengthened the Shanghai Cooperation Agreement (SCA) by uniting China India and Russia into an economic structural and military powerhouse.
1 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Heritage in words: books that keep SA’s story alive
SEPTEMBER is Heritage Month, a time to reflect on the traditions, languages and stories that shape the nation’s identity.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
It’s the Markram and Maharaj show
THIS has been Keshav Maharaj's winter.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
New evidence implicates Mkhize in Digital Vibes scandal
THE Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured court approval to introduce new evidence allegedly exposing how former Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize, his family, and associates benefited from Digital Vibes, in a scandal involving R150 million.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Nersa's R54bn mistake forces higher tariffs on consumers
CONSUMERS are set to absorb the severe reverberations from the National Energy Regulator of South Africa's (Nersa) staggering R54 billion error.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Oliphant suspended amid R3m New York trip furore
THE Department of Social Development has placed its Chief Director of Communications, Lumka Oliphant, on precautionary suspension with full pay, pending the outcome of an internal investigation into alleged misconduct.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Pedestrian awarded R2.6m for life-altering injuries
AFTER a devastating accident, a pedestrian will receive R2.6 million in compensation from the Road Accident Fund for permanent cognitive and behavioural changes.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Teen arrested for murder of Beaufort West cop placed in juvenile centre
A 15-year-old boy arrested and charged with the murder of a Beaufort West police officer together with a 20-year-old man, has been placed in a juvenile detention centre while they await their formal bail application.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Kurt Darren, Wynand de Villiers clash over concert fees
THE Theuns Jordaan Tribute Concert in Amsterdam was meant to be an honourable tribute to one of South Africa’s greatest artists. Instead, it has been plagued by drama between the promoter Wynand de Villiers and artists, most notably Kurt Darren.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
POLICE CHIEF UNDER FIRE FOR DOWNPLAYING GANG VIOLENCE
'Not a true reflection of the daily shootings'
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Kleinveldt encourages WP players to play freely, says Hendricks
WESTERN Province fast bowler Beuran Hendricks believes the squad has bought into new head coach Rory Kleinveldt’s message of playing freely and expressing themselves as they navigate a rebuilding phase ahead of the 2025/26 domestic season.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
First Afghan families in Germany
A GROUP of 47 Afghans who fled the Taliban arrived in Germany this week after months of waiting in Pakistan until German court rulings forced Berlin to offer them refuge.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Court labels man 'vexatious litigant' after divorce
A DIVORCED man has been declared a vexatious litigant due to his relentless pursuit of grievances stemming from an unfavourable divorce settlement.
2 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Janse van Rensburg: Bok Women want more
THE notion that the Springbok Women would relax for Sunday's final Pool D encounter against France at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton, with their place in the World Cup quarterfinals already secured, was dispelled in no uncertain terms by SA flyhalf Libbie Janse van Rensburg.
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September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Ruwayda Van Der Rheede’s killer jailed for 27 years
PROVINCIAL police together with the Community Policing Forum (CPF) have praised the detective and state prosecutor for their work done in securing a 27-year sentence for a man who murdered an 18-year-old girl five years ago.
1 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
September fuel price changes are good news
DIESEL customers can look forward to significant savings at the pumps from today, while petrol sees a minor reduction.
1 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
China's role in the WWII victory against fascism
ON SEPTEMBER 3, China will hold its 80th World War II Victory Day commemoration. Twenty-six heads of state and government and international dignitaries will grace the occasion to commemorate the sacrifices of the Chinese people in fighting and ending one of the darkest and most devastating moments of world history.
4 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Swys: The Springbok Women’s coach who actually cares
SWYS de Bruin has always been a different breed as a rugby person — both as a coach and as a television pundit.
3 min |
September 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Silvermine trails reopen after fire rehabilitation
THE reopening of Silvermine Gate 1 and its trails yesterday was an apt moment for Spring following a devastating fire in April, which affected 2 800 hectares in the area.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Brazilian political right 'in turmoil'
BRAZIUS political right is united in its defence of firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Sibiya plays on friction between police boss, minister in bid to get job back
SUSPENDED deputy police commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya, has used the tensions between acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia and police commissioner Fannie Masemola to strengthen and support a fight for his reinstatement.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Mbuso Khoza: The voice of heritage, healing and hope
WHEN Mbuso Khoza speaks, his words carry the rhythm of history and the weight of tradition.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Black Sash raises concerns over Sassa biometric system roll-out
WHILE welcoming efforts to curb fraud in the social grant system, Black Sash raised concerns about the SA Social Security Agency's (Sassa) readiness to roll out mandatory biometric enrolment, which came into effect yesterday.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
City slated over unfulfilled property redevelopment promises
THE City of Cape Town has defended itself against sharp criticism that it announces properties for development without having anything to show for it, after comments made by the GOOD Party’s Brett Herron, saying they announced the redevelopment of the “Fruit & Veg” site in the CBD three times.
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September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Pastor and associate sentenced for R329m Ponzi scheme
PASTOR Colin Davids and Mr Derek Bredenkamp have been found guilty of orchestrating a multi-million Rand Ponzi scheme by the Specialised Commercial Crime Court in Bellville, Western Cape.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Post Office stops US deliveries
THE SA Post Office (SAPO) has announced the immediate suspension of all outbound parcel deliveries to the US.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
More bodies exhumed in Kenyan mass cult case
KENYAN authorities have uncovered more than 30 bodies in a remote village, ina case tied to an alleged religious cult headed by self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie, according to a report.
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September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Politicians’ role in taxi feuds endangers public
THE TAXI industry plays a critical role in the South African economy. As the government struggles to provide reliable public transport like other countries do, the taxi industry has filled that void diligently. It ferries learners to school, students to tertiary institutions, and employees to their workplaces. This is commendable.
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