Tag: Cape Town

MZANSI MATTERS

Cape Town townships spark debate on living conditions

A viral social media discourse surrounding living conditions in Cape Town’s working-class townships has reignited a fierce national debate on internal migration, spatial inequality, and economic access in South Africa. Also see: KEMPTON PARK TRAGEDY: VUSI RADEBE’S FAMILY DEMANDS JUSTICE FOLLOWING BRUTAL MURDER Online conversations on X have drawn sharp comparisons between urban settlement realities […]

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LIFESTYLE

RentaKleen: Cape Town woman leaves stable job to start thriving deep-cleaning business with wife

After leaving the media space in 2024, Cape Town-based entrepreneur Ashleigh Johnson made an unlikely career pivot: starting a deep-cleaning service, RentaKleen. While her wife, CJ, had her doubts, the former visual merchandiser joined Ashleigh, helping make RentaKleen a sweeping success. Also see: Spring cleaning checklist: What to tackle room by room From glamour to grime… […]

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Mpox cases rise to 18 in South Africa as Cape Town sees rapid spread

South Africa has recorded 18 confirmed mpox cases and one probable case, with the majority of infections reported in the Western Cape, particularly Cape Town. Also see: What Monkeypox is and how safe and how to stay safe from it The Department of Health issued a public vigilance call on Friday, 18 September 2026, following […]

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SPORTS

Springboks make late changes for All Blacks clash in Cape Town

Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus has made two starting XV changes and a new addition to the bench for Saturday’s Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test at Cape Town Stadium. Also see: “He should never have been dropped”: Fans relieved as Siya Kolisi returns to lead Springboks Rassie Erasmus makes Springboks squad changes Wing Cheslin Kolbe and flyhalf Sacha […]

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SPORTS

Springboks vs All Blacks: Cape Town prepares for Saturday clash

The City of Cape Town is gearing up for an exhilarating encounter as the Springboks take on the All Blacks this Saturday, 29 August 2026, at the sold-out DHL Stadium. Also see: Unique trophy revealed ahead of Springboks-All Blacks series Rugby enthusiasts are set to create a vibrant atmosphere in what promises to be one of […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Hungani Ndlovu adds ‘director’ to his multi-talented career

Skeem Saam actor Hungani Ndlovu made his directorial debut with the stage production Musical Chairs in Cape Town this month, running from 19 to 23 August 2026. Also see: Hungani Ndlovu’s DJ career hits new heights with international booking The actor, dancer, performer, and now director will be taking on a behind-the-scenes role in the […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Patriotic Alliance mayoral candidate Cheslyn Daniels arrested in Cape Town

Patriotic Alliance (PA) Cape Town mayoral candidate and city councillor Cheslyn Daniels has been arrested following an alleged domestic dispute in Belhar, with police confirming that a second person was also detained. Western Cape police said Belhar police opened a case of common assault linked to domestic violence and an alleged contravention of a court […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Floyd Shivambu falls victim to Cape Town vehicle break-in

Afrika Mayibuye Movement leader Floyd Shivambu says he was the victim of a theft at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront this week after a hired vehicle was broken into ahead of a party meeting, with electronic devices, identity documents and bank cards among the items stolen. Also see: SEE: Floyd Shivambu meets the king – Mayibuye aiming […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Tyla adds South Africa to ‘A*POP’ World Tour

Following the release of A*POP on 24 July 2026, Tyla shared the list of cities across the globe that will be a part of her world tour, which includes Cape Town and Johannesburg. Also see: Tyla drops ‘A*POP,’ her most ambitious project yet Tyla adds Mzansi to world tour In an Instagram post shared on 27 […]

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