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In this issue

October 17, 2025

Strand teen turns pain into purpose

A 13-YEAR-OLD cancer survivor from Strand displayed courage and resilience when she took part in the 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF).

1 mins

Mchunu 'unaware' Ramaphosa was going to make him police minister

SUSPENDED Police Minister Senzo Mchunu said he was unaware of his impending appointment as head of the police ministry following the 2024 national elections.

2 mins

NEW CAPE WINELANDS AIRPORT TO CREATE 100 000 JOBS

Milestone for Western Cape's economy

2 mins

Teacher charged with statutory rape of two teenage boys

A SWELLENDAM teacher who is a prominent figure in his community and in the realm of entertainment, together with his friend are facing a charge of statutory rape relating to two young boys aged 15 and 16.

2 mins

Wildfire puts homes at risk

FIREFIGHTERS are trying to contain a fire posing a threat to residential areas near Glencairn Express Way.

1 mins

'Urgent intervention needed' in Nyanga's extortion crisis

'OUT OF CONTROL'

1 mins

Community claims SAPS torched Nyala during protest

KHAYELITSHA residents have alleged that police officers deliberately set fire to their own Nyala armoured vehicle amid a violent service delivery protest in Thembeni and Empolweni on Wednesday evening.

2 mins

Brazen criminals target motorists at Jakes Gerwel Drive despite police presence

ROAD BLOCK

1 mins

Raising business leaders with integrity

IN A BUSINESS world where quick wins often outshine quiet principles, The Art of Untarnished Excellence has established itself as a beacon for professionals and entrepreneurs striving to succeed without compromising their values.

1 mins

City hands over title deeds to Steenberg residents

THE City's Human Settlements division together with Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis have empowered residents of Steenberg by handing over title deeds.

1 mins

Social housing tenants protest over electricity charges

RESIDENTS of the Conradie Park social housing development in Pinelands say they feel trapped in what they once believed would be their \"haven\", as they protest against high electricity costs and poor communication from their billing provider.

1 mins

Church's legal battle to keep its lights on fails

A CAPE TOWN church and company seeking urgent interim relief to prevent the City from disconnecting their water and electricity due to religious exemption under the Municipal Property Rates Act (MPRA) have had their application dismissed and been ordered to pay costs.

2 mins

WC releases report on community safety

THE Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety's Annual Report 2024/25 revealed that 480 Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) groups were accredited, 259 of them in 2024/25, and that 81 Community Policing Forums (CPFs) received R998 000 to improve oversight and public participation in local policing.

1 mins

Ex Tembisa Hospital CFO charged in corruption scandal

CALL FOR ACTION

1 mins

Zuma says he's a victim, an innocent recipient of R28m

COUNSEL for former president Jacob Zuma has argued that the former head of state was not responsible for the unlawful government payments made towards his legal fees and should therefore not be compelled to repay the millions in question.

2 mins

President suspends spy boss amid claims of corruption

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended Inspector-General (IG) of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel following damning testimony from witnesses at the Madlanga Judicial Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria and Parliamentary ad hoc committee.

2 mins

One dead, dozens hurt in Peru protests

AT LEAST one man was killed in violence at a rally in Peru's capital this week, said President Jose Jeri, whose accession days ago has failed to stamp out angry protests against the country's political class.

1 mins

Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Momika's murder

SWEDISH prosecutors yesterday sought the arrest a young Syrian man for killing Salwan Momika, who repeatedly burned copies of the Qur'an in 2023 and sparked outrage in the Muslim world.

1 mins

US treasury: Beijing's rare earths move is 'China vs world'

US TREASURY Secretary Scott Bessent slammed Beijing's rare earth export curbs this as \"China versus the world,\" vowing that Washington and its allies would \"neither be commanded nor controlled.

2 mins

Trump: CIA action against Venezuela

US President Donald Trump indicated this week he had authorised covert CIA action against Venezuela and said he was considering strikes against alleged drug cartels on land in the South American country.

2 mins

Gruelling, low-paid human work behind AI curtain

FOR a generative artificial intelligence system to learn how to write an autopsy report, human workers must sort and annotate thousands of crime scene images.

2 mins

Restore balance to intelligence services

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to suspend Inspector-General of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel is a serious moment for South Africa's fragile intelligence network.

1 mins

UIF report shows strong recovery

FOR most South Africans, the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is more than a line item on a payslip. It's the difference between survival and despair when jobs are lost, when illness strikes, or when families grow.

3 mins

Unite for change: a chance to hit reset button

ABOUT thirty years ago the good ship, Democracy ŻA, set sail on a Constitutional mission to heal the divisions of the past through building a united nation, improving the quality of life and freeing the potential of all citizens.

3 mins

Kites, jazz and SA soul take over the Cape

WHAT'S ON

1 mins

Lasizwe Dambuza on fallout with his brother

SOCIAL MEDIA STARS

1 mins

Celeb deaths, scandals and celebrations hit headlines

FROM heartfelt tributes and shocking losses to legal drama and major career moments, here's what had fans talking locally and internationally.

4 mins

Stellies target another deep run in Confederation Cup

STELLENBOSCH FC are optimistic about replicating the club’s impressive form from last season as they kick off their CAF Confederation Cup campaign tomorrow.

1 mins

Chelsea coach Maresca not in dugout for Forest clash

CHELSEA coach Enzo Maresca has received a one-match ban and an £8 000 fine after being sent off during his side's Premier League win over Liverpool earlier this month.

3 mins

McLaren title rivals looking warily for Max’s late charge

MCLAREN'S duelling pair of world championship leader Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris will be looking warily in their rear-view mirrors this weekend at the United States Grand Prix for Max Verstappen.

2 mins

Bafana back where they belong

I CAN still recall my first reaction to hearing the official 2010 Fifa World Cup song — and, incidentally, it's the same reaction I have to it now.

3 mins

Here are the fixtures for 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' Tests

RUGBY’S Greatest Rivalry tour between the Springboks and All Blacks has been officially confirmed.

2 mins

Proteas Women looking to erase soft dismissals

PROTEAS Women’s opening batter Tazmin Brits reiterated that the team continues their search for a near-perfect performance in the ongoing ICC Women’ Cricket World Cup in India.

2 mins

Kabini aiming for more after Bafana success

SAMUKELO Kabini is on cloud nine, realising his dreams earlier than expected.

2 mins

No fireworks needed ... Stormers should back their current winning formula

WHILE Stormers fans will be hoping to see some flair from their team in their second United Rugby Championship tour match against Zebre tomorrow, it may be wiser for the unbeaten log leaders to stick to the recipe that has worked so far.

2 mins

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Cape Argus Description:

Publisher: Independent-Media-Newspapers

Category: Newspaper

Language: English

Frequency: Daily

The Cape Argus is perfectly positioned to play an important role as a bridge that attempts to connect the diverse communities of Cape Town as they set about finding common ground from Khayelitsha to Constantia. It is a meeting place where readers, regardless of their race, sex colour or creed can feel comfortable and deal with their fellow-citizens on an equal footing. It is a rare privilege to edit a newspaper that essentially writes itself once we have answered the key question: what will the community be talking about today?