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Cape Argus
Safety of Colorado bridge a concern, despite upgrades
RESIDENTS of Colorado Park are frustrated about the recent Colorado Bridge Project, having long raised concerns that the bridge has facilitated crime in the area.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
How SA is fighting financial fraud: an FSCA perspective
AS the financial sector evolves, so too does the nature of the risks we face. Fraud is no longer a peripheral concern that can be handled through routine controls. It has become a systemic threat, one that targets our institutions, our consumers, and the trust that underpins the entire financial ecosystem.
3 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Child-protection system ‘in collapse’
NOT only do the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Gauteng together account for more than 60% of all child murders in South Africa, but more than two-thirds of child murder victims are killed by someone they know, such as a parent, relative, or neighbour.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
The struggle between community pride and urban decay in Khayelitsha, my home
IS KHAYELITSHA a jungle or a dumping site?
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Rhino horn sales, shark protection on wildlife talks agenda
GLOBAL wildlife talks opened yesterday, with votes expected on increased shark protection, a bid to allow limited rhino horn sales and a push to restrict the trade in eels.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
It’s time we paid the right price for power
THE recent court ruling against the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) marks a significant turning point in determining electricity tariffs in the country. Beyond the legal jargon and regulatory frameworks, this decision represents a substantial victory for citizens who deserve fairness, accountability, and transparency in the principles used to calculate electricity costs - elements that have long been lacking in how energy prices are set for millions of South Africans.
3 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Blues warned as Lopez grows into key Catalan threat
BARCELONA'S financial struggles are no secret and the Catalans have had to lean heavily on their youth academy to provide first-team calibre players over the past few years.
3 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
CONCOURT DENIES APPEAL IN CONSTANTIA LAND CASE
Ruling upholds transfer of land to Sadien family after restitution claim
3 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Investigation launched after Delft mother found dead
THE family of a Delft mother is urging authorities to bring her killers to justice.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Doctor recants findings in Zurenah Smit’s murder trial
THE general practitioner who had issued a sick note to accused husband killer Zurenah Smit has recanted his findings in which he booked her off for a week for hypertension.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Jansen bounces in as series-defining force in India
\"I JUST want to be like you!
3 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
How celebrations can jeopardise your car insurance cover
THE festive season is upon us, but celebrations can quickly turn into a catastrophe if you get behind the wheel under the influence, according to the Non-life Insurance Division of the National Financial Ombud Scheme (NFO).
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
After two years away, Djy Biza returns with renewed vision
NEW SINGLE
4 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Mom escapes fire set by 'jealous' partner
A BONTEHEUWEL mother has shared her harrowing experience of nearly being burned alive by her jealous boyfriend, who doused her and her friends with petrol.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
WC achieves historic low unemployment rate
THE Western Cape has recorded the lowest unemployment rate in South Africa, dropping to 19.7% in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Statistics (QLFS) released by Statistics South Africa.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
UK budget tests Labour’s credibility
BRITAIN’S centre-left Labour government unveils its annual budget tomorrow, with expected tax rises to curb debt and fund public services threatening to further dent its weak poll ratings.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Bid to fund new rescue craft in Howes' memory
THE family of world-renowned kite-boarder Graham Howes has launched a fundraising drive to build a new National Rescue Sea Institute (NSRI) rescue craft that will carry his name.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Son’s grief at killing of Stellenbosch educator
A SON was left to scrub the bloodstained ground at Kayamandi Primary School after his father, deputy principal Mlamli Matshingana, 54, was shot and killed last week.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
US designates Venezuelan cartel as terrorists
WASHINGTON’S designation of an alleged Venezuelan cartel as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO) takes effect on Monday, opening the door to new forms of US pressure on President Nicolas Maduro.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
City endorses redevelopment of Good Hope precinct
CAPE Town's long-awaited plan to revive the Good Hope Centre precinct has taken a decisive step forward and leading economists say the move could unlock major value if private developers are allowed to drive the process with purpose.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Gwarube hails start of mother tongue-based assessments
MINISTER of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has welcomed the start of the historic Mother Tongue-based Bilingual Education (MTbBE) Grade 4 assessments in Natural Science and Technology and Mathematics. The Western Cape observes 187 schools offering Afrikaans, IsiXhosa, and Sesotho.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
South Africans deserve answers on RAF failures
AS THE Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) delves deeper into its inquiry into the Road Accident Fund (RAF), we stand at a critical juncture.
1 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Booysen indictment process under scrutiny
NATIONAL Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Advocate Shamila Batohi has told the Nkabinde Inquiry that it was unlawful for Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Andrew Chauke to push for the signing of an indictment in the Booysen matter without providing supporting evidence to the acting KwaZulu-Natal DPP at the time, Advocate Cyril Mlotshwa.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Smart ways to beat the Black Friday FOMO
LAST year, it was reported that South Africans spent more than R30 billion during the Black Friday period across three major banks. Online transactions nearly doubled the average in-store spend, reflecting rapidly increasing consumer confidence in digital shopping. This year, spending is likely to rise again as retailers extend Black Friday promotions into month-long campaigns and consumers anticipate major deals.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Modi anticipated Africa's role in global growth
AS SOUTH Africa played host to the first G20 Summit on African soil in Johannesburg last week, the inclusion of the African Union (AU) among the 42 nations and organisations that confirmed attendance was thanks to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision and lobbying back in 2023, positing that there is no global growth without Africa.
5 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Bonteheuwel man wins crime fighter award
A BONTEHEUWEL Neighbourhood Watch member has been named Crime Fighter of the Year.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Beyond GBV: Understanding the true victims of crime
EVEN though violence continues to impact South Africa, our national dialogue is still incorrect.
2 min |
November 25, 2025
Cape Argus
Historic deal aims to transform informal settlements
CAPE Town homeowners are watching a major shift unfold. The City has signed a historic Memorandum of Agreement with Urban Think Tank Empowerment (UTTE) to roll out a large-scale, community-led upgrade of informal settlements.
2 min |
November 24, 2025
Cape Argus
‘Hostage’ shows challenges faced by female politicians
FEMALE leaders battling their way through kidnappings, terrorism and blackmail in the political sphere come to extraordinary light in Hostage.
3 min |
November 24, 2025
Cape Argus
Relebogile Mothapo brings the drama in ‘Skeem Saam’
MZANSI'S favourite soapie, Skeem Saam, is opening doors for young talent after the production announced that a new character, Jacqui Monama, portrayed by Relebogile Mothapo, is gracing our screens and bringing even more drama.
1 min |