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Cape Argus
Cancer v immune system: the hidden war
THE human body, like a country, has a department of defence: the immune system.
3 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
'I was illegally detained' - forensic analyst
SAPS Senior Forensic Analyst Captain Laurence Makgotloe has told the Madlanga Commission that he was “kidnapped” by Witness B's team, who allegedly questioned him about a ballistic report linked to the murder of Armand Swart.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Deep wounds one month on from bar fire
THE deadly fire which ripped through a bar in Crans-Montana still haunted minds in the Swiss ski resort at the weekend, a month on from the tragedy.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
UCT study reveals suicide risk among HIV patients
A NEW study by researchers at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Linképing University in Sweden has found that people living with HIV face a heightened risk of suicide, underscoring the urgent need to integrate mental health services into routine HIV care.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Hill-Lewis welcomes dismissal of protection order
CAPE Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has welcomed the Magistrates Court's dismissal of a protection order taken out by an Edgemead resident.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
A musical tribute to District Six's resilience
SIXTY years after the forced removals from District Six, the stories of Hanover Street will return to the stage when From Hanover Street runs at the Artscape Theatre Centre from February 10 to 15.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Palestinians await full Rafah re-opening as Israel eases closure
PALESTINIANS were yesterday awaiting a full reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt, after Israel partially reopened it a day earlier, nearly two years after seizing control of the key gateway during the war with Hamas.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Infrastructure key to thriving economy
THE Western Cape Government's multibillion-rand infrastructure programme is a key driver of economic growth in our province, connecting communities, supporting businesses and creating thousands of jobs.
3 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Mkhize warns ANC against money politics
ANC veteran Dr Zweli Mkhize has warned against the use of money in influencing the outcome of the party's elective conferences, saying this will save the party from total collapse.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Snapchat blocks 415 000 under-age accounts in Australia
SNAPCHAT has blocked 415 000 accounts under Australia’s social media ban for under-16s, the company said yesterday, but warned some youngsters may be bypassing age verification technology.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
30 years since AFCON final: Why Bafana still chase gold standard
THREE decades on, Mark Williams remains the nation builder: a revered hero celebrated even by those who never saw him play, although he would rather that mantle was passed on to a much younger player.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
SA courts enforce safety standards
SHOPPING centre accidents are more common and often more serious than many South Africans realise.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Mkhwanazi committee discusses Ramaphosa appearance
CORRUPTION PROBE
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Dalai Lama's 'gratitude' at Grammy win
BUDDHIST spiritual leader the Dalai Lama said yesterday he was grateful for his first Grammy, after bagging the top music industry award for audio book, narration and storytelling.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Tehran warns of regional war
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump at the weekend said he was hopeful of agreeing a deal with Iran after the country's supreme leader warned that any US attack on the Islamic republic would trigger a regional war.
3 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Balancing accountability and consent
THE Judicial Conduct Tribunal’s ruling on Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge has resolved a complaint between two individuals but has also sparked a broader discussion about power, consent, and credibility in workplaces, including the judiciary.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Six years later: Struggle for justice for Craig Douglas
THE National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has confirmed that witnesses, video footage, and a weapon, all key evidence in solving the six-year murder case of 23-year-old Craig Douglas from Edgemead, who was beaten and stabbed by three suspects for his vehicle, have become the critical core in the delay of the case.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
England captain praises 'superior' Proteas
SOUTH Africa's netball team delivered a crushing blow to two-time World Cup runners-up England, securing a 65-50 series-winning victory in Johannesburg on Sunday.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Governance failures in SA’s security sector
SOUTH Africans must face an uncomfortable truth.
4 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
AYRTON explores love as safe haven in 'My Home'
“MY Home came from realising that home can be a person, not a place,” said 21-year-old artist AYRTON.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Overcrowding has hit 'crisis levels,' says prisons boss
NATIONAL Commissioner of Correctional Services Makgothi Thubakgale has revealed that South Africa's prisons remain under severe strain due to overcrowding, with more than 170000 inmates detained over the festive season.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Stellies mourn Jeandre Gaffoor ahead of Cup tie against Chiefs
GRIEF-STRICKEN
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
McKenzie cools hosting talk after deputy's bold claim
MINISTER of Sports Gayton McKenzie yesterday faced the task of responding to his deputy Peace Mabe's bold declaration, which sent ripples through Africa’s football landscape.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Big drop in fuel prices tomorrow
MOTORISTS can expect relief at the pumps from tomorrow, as both petrol and diesel prices are set to drop significantly.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Why writing your Will is the most important financial decision
IT MAY surprise you to hear that one of the most important pieces of financial advice you're likely to receive this year has nothing to do with the latest investment trend, the buzz around crypto, the debate about interest rates, or fluctuations in foreign currency and the impact on offshore assets.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
If the prime lending rate is phased out, what does it mean for consumers?
FOR over two decades, the prime lending rate has dictated the cost of consumer finance in South Africa.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Local derbies crucial in determining qualification for SA teams
SOUTH African teams enter the United Rugby Championship (URC) hiatus for the February Six Nations tournament with the Stormers and Bulls in the top eight, while the Sharks and Lions are knocking on the door of playoff territory.
1 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Tyla shines as awards celebrate global music and historic wins
South African singer Tyla emerged as one of the standout winners of the night, claiming the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance for her song PUSH 2 START.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Wetlands plays vital role in WC ecosystem
WETLANDS are among the most productive ecosystems on Earth.
2 min |
February 03, 2026
Cape Argus
Fifty years on, Mfuleni still lacks 'fruits of freedom'
PRIDE and pain mingled on Saturday as Mfuleni residents gathered at Manzomthombo Primary School sports field to mark 50 years since the township's establishment.
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