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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.
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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.
2 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
8 things every testator should know about testamentary trusts
A TESTAMENTARY trust, sometimes referred to as a mortis causa or will trust, is one of the most effective and widely used estate planning tools in South Africa.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Afghanistan earthquake kills more than 600
A MASSIVE rescue operation was underway in Afghanistan yesterday after a strong earthquake and multiple aftershocks flattened homes in the impoverished nation, killing more than 600 people, the interior ministry said.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Broos calm amid injury crisis as Bafana eye crucial qualifiers
HUGO Broos’ nonchalance in the face of a situation that should have him pulling out strands of his silver hair is further indication of just how good a coach Bafana Bafana have got.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Reds maintain perfect start, City struggle and United edge win
LIVERPOOL boast the only perfect Premier League record three games into the new season after Dominik Szoboszlai's brilliant free-kick secured a 1-0 win over title rivals Arsenal at Anfield.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Questions over the DA’s priorities
IT IS deeply upsetting that the DA has shown little, if any, concern over the ongoing genocide in Gaza, where thousands of innocent lives have been lost, yet finds it necessary to intervene in the travel arrangements of 2 500 South African Hajj pilgrims.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Cape Town faces rising cough syrup abuse among youth
AS DRUGS continue to plague communities across South Africa, Cape Town has seen a surge of cough syrup abuse, especially among minors.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Snyman set for Barrett battle as Boks chase Eden Park history
RG SNYMAN is looking forward to his reunion with Jordie Barrett, but this time around the duo will face each other on Saturday when the Springboks and All Blacks clash in the first of two Rugby Championship Tests in Auckland.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Stellies eye MTN8 showdown as turning point
STELLENBOSCH FC coach Steve Barker has his sights firmly on the MTNS final against Orlando Pirates, viewing it as a chance to revive their season after a sluggish start to the Betway Premiership.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
A call for water conservation this spring
SPRING is upon us. Yesterday was Spring Day, and we welcome the colourful month. Let us remember that South Africa is a water-scarce country and ensure that we welcome spring in a responsible manner and do not waste water.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Wilkin's legacy of leadership at Golden Arrow
GOLDEN Arrow Bus Services (Gabs) has announced the death of its chief financial officer and executive director, Mark Llewellyn Wilkin, who dedicated 42 years of service.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Bok Women face massive Test against France after historic win
THE Springbok Women, still celebrating their first-ever World Cup quarterfinal qualification following a stunning win over Italy, face a formidable challenge on Sunday.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Jenna Lowe's legacy begins new chapter
THE Jenna Lowe Trust has officially handed over its work to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of SA (PHA SA), marking a new chapter in advocacy and care for patients with pulmonary hypertension (PH).
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
How can disabled people transcend labels when their human rights are denied?
THE City of Cape Town (CoCT)’s recent decision to “scale-back” the Dial-A-Ride services, which have provided accessible transport for people with disabilities in the city for 30 years, has been widely publicised over the past few weeks.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Will love change the lyrics? Taylor’s engagement and its musical implications
TAYLOR Swift has built a career on songs that reflect personal experiences of love, heartbreak and growth.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
What does North Korea’s Kim want from rare China trip?
NORTH Korean leader Kim Jong Un is set to visit China this week, a rare step beyond his country’s borders, for prospective meetings with President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Minorities stand to lose in Trump's Texas vote map redo
PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s drive to retain control of the US Congress by rewriting the Texas electoral map is playing out in part in a largely Latino, low-income patch of Houston that smells of chemical plants and oil refineries.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
The implications of genocide for Africa
GAZA UNDER SIEGE
4 min |
September 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Mandla Mandela leads SA charge in flotilla to Gaza
ACTIVIST and grandson of Nelson Mandela, Mandla Mandela, has expressed pride in being part of the largest civilian flotilla to date to break Israel's siege on Gaza, along with nine other South Africans.
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