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Cape Argus
Migrants tortured in El Salvador
VENEZUELA announced a probe this week into torture claims by 252 migrants the US had sent to a notorious Salvadoran prison where they said they were beaten, sexually abused and fed rotten food.
1 min |
July 23, 2025
Cape Argus
Ramaphosa axed Nkabane to secure Appropriation Bill
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa was compelled to yield to the DA's pressure to dismiss Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane to secure the Appropriation Bill's passage today.
2 min |
July 23, 2025
Cape Argus
‘The Customs Man’ exposes the true cost of corruption
IN HIS debut novel The Customs Man, former customs official Zain Aboobaker offers an unflinching dive into the hidden world of smuggling, corruption and the deeply personal cost of doing the right thing in a compromised system.
3 min |
July 23, 2025
Cape Argus
Former FNB consultant jailed for stealing R245K from elderly client’s account
THE Ggeberha Regional Court has handed down a five-year prison sentence to Lusanda Gloria Qose, a former sales and service consultant at First National Bank (FNB), for her involvement in a sophisticated fraud scheme that exploited a vulnerable senior citizen’s banking profile.
2 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Zuma's visit to Morocco 'betrayal' of Western Sahara
FORMER South African President Jacob Zuma’s recent visit to Morocco has ignited controversy and divided opinions, with some describing it as a “betrayal” of the Western Sahara.
2 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
COURT BATTLE LOOMS OVER CITY'S BUDGET
Fixed charges 'contravene the legislative framework for municipal tariffs'
3 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Ramokgopa: Electricity is becoming a 'luxury'
ELECTRICITY and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the cost of electricity in South Africa is \"unsustainable\" and is driving many households into energy poverty.
2 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Banyana and Nigeria in winner-takes-all semi
TWO of Africa's premier women's football nations will go toe-to-toe on tonight when South Africa meet Nigeria in a blockbuster Wafcon semifinal at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca at 6pm.
2 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
SA's role in reshaping global governance
THE recent BRICS declaration on artificial intelligence marks a critical shift in the global digital agenda.
3 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Johannes-Haupt confident in Bok Women
LAURIAN Johannes-Haupt feels when she faced up to the mighty Black Ferns haka at the Women's Rugby World Cup back in 2010, the women's game was virtually unrecognisable from the high-impact professional sport it has now transformed into.
2 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Begin your property journey successfully
PROPERTY has long held a special place in the hearts of South African investors. It offers something that other asset classes can’t: security, long-term growth, and the ability to leave behind a legacy.
4 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Youth must get involved in politics to transform lives
IN EVERY generation, a call emerges - a call to rise, to challenge the status quo, and to build a better future. Today, that call is louder than ever, and it is directed squarely at the youth.
3 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Rouge, Nakai, Moozlie serve power and swagger on Juicy’
SOUTH African hip hop just got a serious dose of bold energy, power and unapologetic flair with Juicy — the latest high-octane single from rapper Rouge, featuring fellow heavyweights Nadia Nakai and Moozlie.
4 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Libya commander wants to force global engagement
LIBYA'S eastern authorities recently expelled a senior European delegation ina move analysts say was meant to send a message: the unrecognised administration backed by military leader Khal-ifa Haftar cannot be ignored.
3 min |
July 22, 2025
Cape Argus
Ellis hails Banyana's grit after shootout triumph
BANYANA Banyana coach Desiree Ellis cut a calm but proud figure on Saturday night after guiding her team to the semifinals of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a 4-1 penalty shootout win over Senegal.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Wellens wins in style
TIM Wellens of UAE Team Emirates conquered the heat and hills of Stage 15 with a 45km solo charge to victory in Carcassonne on Sunday, bringing home a fifth win for the dominant team at this year’s Tour de France.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Reimagining Superman: fresh take on the iconic hero
IT'S been almost 50 years since Christopher Reeve starred in Superman, the 1978 movie that spawned what is now an endless spigot of superhero movies.
3 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Viljoen defends 400m title with new lease of life
MARLIE Viljoen felt like her world had come crashing down during a recent injury-enforced spell on the sidelines. As she gears up to defend her 400m title at the FISU World University Games in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, on Monday, she realises it may have been a blessing in disguise.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
The revolution is devouring its children
IN 1793, journalist Jacques Mallet du Pan wrote, about the French Revolution, that “Like Saturn, the revolution devours its own children.\" For the revolution ushers in the season of unrealistic ideals, unjustified losses and often wanton destruction.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Stevie Wonder puts sight rumours to rest
LEGENDARY musician and cultural icon Stevie Wonder has finally spoken out, putting to rest the persistent rumours that have followed him throughout his extraordinary life and career — namely, that he is not blind.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Joshlin Smith's mom, accomplices set to appeal life sentences
MISSING 6-year-old Joshlin Smith's mother, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, together with her kidnapping and human-traf-ficking accomplices, will appeal against their conviction and sentence in the Western Cape High Court next month.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
New digital visas for film industry professionals in Cape Town
TERRY VAN DER WALT
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Claims of ‘political plot’ against police minister
TWO KwaZulu-Natal senior ANC national executive committee members have been accused by supporters of embattled Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of orchestrating a political plot.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Justice Department fails to hold officials accountable after Wynberg court shooting
THREE months after the shooting of a murder-accused within the premises of Wynberg Magistrate's Court, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has not held any officials to account for the failure in security that led to the incident.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Namport CEO highlights co-operation
CHINESE collaboration in Namibia's maritime sector has positively impacted the Namibian economy and the livelihoods of its people, said CEO of the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) Andrew Kanime.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
The chaos of small-town life
WHEN a heartfelt comedy is inspired by the real-life childhood experiences of a beloved actor, the potential for laughter — and a little chaos — is immense.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Dismay as young Cape Flats soccer stars stranded in Spain
IT WAS MEANT to be a dream football experience, but young soccer players from the Cape Flats are stranded in Spain after their return tickets failed to materialise.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Volunteers embody spirit of Mandela Day
THE DHL Stadium in Cape Town was transformed into a hub of goodwill as the world celebrated Nelson Mandela International Day. Hundreds of volunteers from across the Mother City braved the cold, and came together for Ladles of Love's annual flagship event.
1 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
'The greatest day of my life' as Baby Boks triumph
JUNIOR Springbok captain Riley Norton said team unity and passionate defence combined to produce \"the greatest day of my life\" as New Zealand were beaten 23-15 in the final of the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Italy on Saturday night.
2 min |
July 21, 2025
Cape Argus
Khoza’s bid to get corruption report removed fails
FORMER board chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas), Ernest Khoza, has lost a bid to challenge the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) to remove the report implicating him in corruption.
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