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Classes disrupted due to protest
“The reason was that we wanted to raise these issues in front of officials while he was present. He promised to call the department, but he never did that. Today, we felt we should come and tell him to leave and only come back with officials,” said South African National Civics Organisation (SANCO) chairperson Nomampondo Cawe.
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May 28, 2026
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Joe Slovo launches robotics laboratory
For teachers and pupils at Joe Slovo Engineering High School, Friday, May 8, will remain an unforgettable day after a major retail company brought hope to the Khayelitsha school by launching a robotics laboratory.
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May 21, 2026
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Children’s silent struggles in schools
There is a growing crisis within our schools, and it is one that can no longer be ignored.
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May 21, 2026
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'But I suppose it can damage the body just like genuine alcohol does'
‐We condemn this in the strongest possible terms. We always believed Ilitha Park was a progressive area, but now this incident has occurred.
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May 21, 2026
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Kuhewulwe ulwaphulomthetho eCrossroads
Bathi kugquba ithole likasathana kwisitalato iStulo eCrossroads nalapho kufa uninzi loluntu ngokungathi lugalelelwa ityhefu ekutyeni, babe begetyengwa.
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May 21, 2026
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Church donation helps Ncotsheni Primary
The United Methodist Church of Southern Africa’s Christian Citizenship Department (CCD) has donated school shoes, socks, and sanitary towels to more than 30 pupils in need at Ncotsheni Primary School.
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May 14, 2026
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A community hub for empowerment and growth
Etafeni Day Care Centre in Nyanga continues to play a vital role in supporting residents, with an open day held on Wednesday, April 29, highlighting the centre’s wide range of community programmes.
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May 14, 2026
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'This is not a conducive place to live in'
Mr Fikizolo added that promises of food aid had been made, although he was uncertain when the assistance would arrive.
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May 14, 2026
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Crime hampers TB outreach efforts
Health workers at Etafeni Day Care Centre say they are battling tuberculosis (TB) and growing safety concerns as they work in communities across Nyanga.
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May 14, 2026
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Constable renovates family's home
A Philippi East police constable has warmed the hearts of her community with a touching gesture after renovating and furnishing a home for a struggling family.
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May 07, 2026
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Women uplift young mothers' lives
An old Sotho idiom, mmangwana o tshwara thipa ka bogaleng, speaks powerfully to the women of Mfuleni and Blue Downs and the work of Intyatyambo Yesizwe Teen Moms, an organisation dedicated to supporting young mothers.
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April 30, 2026
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Taxi industry urges peace amid violence
The Western Cape taxi industry has renewed urgent calls for peace, warning that continued violence could damage both the sector's reputation and its ability to operate effectively.
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April 23, 2026
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Chaos erupts as job seekers push to be assisted
\"I have been here since 4am and got this s**t service.
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April 23, 2026
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A race for Disability Awareness Month
Cape Mental Health marked Intellectual Disability Awareness Month (IDAM) with a focus on protecting people with intellectual disability from violence, abuse, and neglect.
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April 02, 2026
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Gugulethu beneficiaries voice frustration over stalled homes
On Thursday, March 26, at around 10am, housing beneficiaries from the area gathered to discuss ongoing housing challenges and to demand the handover of more than 70 completed houses at the 8448 site.
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April 02, 2026
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Kujongenwe ngezikhondo zamehlo eMfuleni ngenxa yengxaki yombane
Lisuka kwiphepha lokuqala
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March 26, 2026
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Honouring the legacy of the SS Mendi
A new exhibition commemorating the tragic sinking of the SS Mendi has opened in Langa, aiming to educate residents and reconnect communities with a significant chapter of South African history.
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March 26, 2026
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Khayelitsha men gather for Thetha Ndoda dialogue
Young and old men gathered at OR Tambo Hall in Khayelitsha on Saturday, February 28, for a men's dialogue titled Thetha Ndoda -loosely translated as \"Men Talk.\"
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March 12, 2026
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Action needed as dam levels decline
The City of Cape Town is cautioning residents that dam levels are low and if rainfall figures do not increase this winter, water level water restrictions may be on the table by November.
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March 05, 2026
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Clinic faces electricity crisis
The electricity crisis at Nyanga Community Health Clinic is a pressing concern that requires urgent attention from authorities.
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February 26, 2026
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Codeta commits to reform and expand
The Cape Organisation for the Democratic Association (Codeta) Taxi Association has pledged stricter discipline, improved commuter relations, and business expansion following a strategic meeting held at the OR Tambo Hall in Site B on Thursday, February 12.
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February 19, 2026
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Isikhokelo pupils receive new school uniforms
Joy filled the air at Isikhokelo Primary School on Tuesday, January 27, as pupils received brand new school uniforms from the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa).
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January 29, 2026
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Ilitha High opens despite ongoing construction
Ilitha High School has officially begun operations despite ongoing construction, responding to the growing demand for children's placement in the area.
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January 22, 2026
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Plan ahead, avoid last minute stress
\"Shop uniforms on time to beat the rush.\"
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January 22, 2026
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'We are competing nationally'
“We are no longer competing only at district or provincial level.
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January 15, 2026
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Outcry over cemetery neglect
Residents of Khayelitsha are expressing growing concern over the deteriorating state of the local cemetery, citing repeated vandalism, theft, and illegal dumping.
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January 15, 2026
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Harare police raid illegal alcohol operation
A 67-year-old woman was arrested, and a large cache of alcohol was found after Harare police forced entry into a heavily secured premises following a tip-off on Monday, January 12.
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January 15, 2026
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Cape Flats Book festival returns
Authors, poets, moderators, and performers are set to take part in the fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival, which will be held from Saturday, January 31 to Sunday, February 1 at West End Primary School in Lentegeur, Mitchell's Plain.
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January 15, 2026
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The central news team thanks you
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2025, I hope this message finds you filled with joy, happiness, and love for your families and those around you.
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December 18, 2025
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Highlights of a challenging year
By September, the bloodshed had spread across areas.
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