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Cape baboon plan spark concerns
A new plan to manage the Cape Peninsula's baboons has sparked concern among conservationists and residents.
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November 27, 2025
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Beach hut sauna for Muizenberg
Muizenberg is set to make history again with the launch of Africa's first Beach Hut Sauna - a collaboration between the Beach Hut Trust, Hot Huts and the City of Cape Town.
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November 20, 2025
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Police probe fatal robbery
Fish Hoek police are investigating a house robbery in which a 22-year-old woman was found dead.
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November 13, 2025
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City backs Masiphumelele plan amid row
The City has defended its draft Masiphumelele Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) following strong public reaction to the plan, which outlines possible housing and land-use options across the far south.
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November 06, 2025
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Work on False Bay hospital revamp starts
The long-awaited False Bay Hospital upgrade has moved into its early construction phase.
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October 16, 2025
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Man found guilty of murder
A Zimbabwean man was found guilty of the 2022 murder of French national Pierre Bretonnes in the Western Cape High Court on Monday, October 6.
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October 09, 2025
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Beloved animal rescuer reunites with siblings
For as long as most people in Ocean View can remember, Ingrid de Storie has been the person neighbours turn to when their pets are sick or in need.
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September 18, 2025
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Fish Hoek bowls for cancer awareness
Fish Hoek Bowling Club is suiting up for a Guinness World Record attempt this month as part of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
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September 11, 2025
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Three shot dead in Muizenberg
Police have launched an investigation after three people were killed and a fourth wounded in Muizenberg on Friday, August 16.
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August 21, 2025
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Veteran teachers take school helm
Two long-serving educators have stepped into top leadership roles at their schools, marking a proud moment for both the institutions and the communities they serve.
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August 14, 2025
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Ratepayers back SAPOA case
The Cape Town Collective Ratepayers' Association (CTCRA) says it welcomes a court case brought by the South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) against the City of Cape Town over how it calculates certain charges on municipal bills.
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August 07, 2025
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Muizenberg beachfront upgrade progressing
According to the City's mayoral committee member for spatial planning and environment, Eddie Andrews, the refurbishment of the Muizenberg beachfront is moving along well, with major upgrades to public amenities and the replacement of the ageing seawalls underway.
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July 17, 2025
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Lamta presents fantasy cirque experience
Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA)will present BEYOND - new fantasy cirque experience running at Theatre on the Bay from Thursday July 17 to Saturday July 26.
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July 10, 2025
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Heartache for Hanover Park, joy for Zizwe
Ocean View played host to arguably one of the most talked-about matches in recent Cape club soccer history.
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July 10, 2025
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Bo Kaap star shooting his way up the ranks
\"That is one of the greatest tries you will see from one of the greatest young talents on planet earth right now,\" said a commentator who summed up Haashim Pead's latest try at the U20 World Championship in Italy.
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July 10, 2025
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Two one-man shows at The Baxter
Three theatre-makers from Muizenberg are behind two one-man productions opening at The Baxter Masambe Theatre this July.
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July 10, 2025
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Driving entrepreneurial growth at Northlink College
In June, Steve Reid interviewed Nico Zeelie from Northlink TVET College. He holds a key role at the College in helping to shape Entrepreneurship.
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July 10, 2025
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Agility dogs from Fish Hoek return victorious
Two agility dogs from Fish Hoek have returned from Switzerland after representing South Africa at the World Agility Championships held last month.
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July 10, 2025
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Fish Hoek teens wins top scout, range honors
At just 18 years old, Fish Hoek’s Madelin Johnston has achieved a rare feat — earning the highest awards from both Scouts South Africa and Girl Guides South Africa.
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July 10, 2025
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Ladles of Love all set to serve
The Ladles of Love team is hard at work preparing for Mandela Day.
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July 10, 2025
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Join the Beanies for Babies initiative
Longbeach Mall will host the Beanies for Babies initiative in the Centre Court from Wednesday, 16 July, to Friday, 18 July, running daily from 10am to 2pm.
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July 10, 2025
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Karoline Hankes completes Chappies 'Everesting' Challenge
Noordhoek's Karoline Hanks has successfully completed her self-imposed 'Everesting Challenge' — running the equivalent height of Mount Everest, 8,849 m, by repeatedly ascending and descending Chapman's Peak.
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July 10, 2025
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Interest rates might just lower further in July
REMAX Southern Africa weighs in on how a possible interest rate cut might stimulate the local housing market.
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July 10, 2025
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Not sure what to do this Mandela Day?
REMAX Southern Africa shares some ideas on how to serve your local communities in honour of Mandela Day.
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July 10, 2025
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'It's emotionally exhausting'
“There's always an option,” he said. “It may not be ideal for the individual, but there is always an option.”
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July 03, 2025
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Join duo for a night of comedy
South Africa's top ventriloquist, Conrad Koch, is bringing his award-winning comedy and riotous cast of puppet characters to The Drama Factory in Strand with his latest show, Puppet Power.
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July 03, 2025
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Free entry for kids at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Children and youth under the age of 18 will get in free at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens from Monday June 30, until Thursday July 17, as part of their Winter Wonders holiday programme.
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July 03, 2025
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Table Mountain Cableway needs your vote
Table Mountain remains a prominent landmark and a sought-after venue for public gatherings and events, according to the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC).
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July 03, 2025
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Exploring the legacy of Louis Tebogo Moholo
The biography of Louis Tebogo Moholo represents the narrative of the modern jazz movement in South Africa and the tale of extraordinarily talented South African musicians who left an indelible mark on the avant-garde school of modern jazz during the mid-sixties.
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July 03, 2025
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Westridge FC aims for glory in the 2025 Coke Cup
Westridge FC has been a well-known name in Mitchells Plain's football community for nearly five decades, yet they are still chasing their first major trophy outside the Local Football Association.
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