Fifty Cape cormorant chicks hoped to be released within next month
Fifty of the 1 700 Cape cormorant chicks rescued from Robben Island earlier this month are expected to be released in the next three weeks.
Endowment land in Bo-Kaap still inaccessible to community
Endowment land in Bo-Kaap which is currently inaccessible to the community is causing confusion among the alleged trustees, after it is said to be locked up by an unknown party.
Nutritionists explore how daily school meals impact on children’s lives
Nutritionists, worried about children dependent on just the one meal per day provided to disadvantaged schools, have explored ways to ensure these children are fed properly.
Removal of sludge at wastewater treatment plant begins
The removal of the sludge at the City’s Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works will finally take place this week after residents in the Table View area were affected.
Five matriculants from across SA embark on Antarctica trip with Riaan Manser
The five matriculants who secured a trip to Antarctica will finally depart after preparing themselves during their nine day isolation.
Solo rower reaches halfway mark on epic journey to Rio
Solo rower Zirk Botha has reached the halfway mark of his journey across the Atlantic Ocean.
Negative reporting on Cape Town 'not conducive to tourism'
Information being spread on international travel sites about Cape Town being a dangerous tourist destination has impacted the economy negatively.
I would like to apologise to those inconvenienced, says Sassa executive
The Standing Committee on Social Development were briefed on what went wrong that led to hundreds of disabled people seeking the extension of their grants being water-sprayed by police outside the Bellville Sassa offices.
Western Cape calls for UIF Ters to be extended amid Covid-19 second wave
Several Western Cape government leaders have called for the extension of the Unemployed Insurance Fund Temporary Employee/Employer Relief fund.
Historic Muslim cemetery in Cape Town reopened because of Covid-19 deaths
For the very first time in nearly 100 years, burials will be able to take place again at the Al Jaamia Mosque Cemetery in Claremont.
Newly discovered chemical could be a solution to malaria
A new chemical has been discovered by a research team which could potentially eliminate malaria.
Crime incidents at Table Mountain National Park related to a 'deeper problem'
Conservationists claim that incidents occurring at the Table Mountain National Park are not necessarily because of rangers’ lack of training but due to the lack of funding.
‘Illegal occupation’ of Bo-Kaap endowment land to go to court
The controversial matter over endowment land and who it belongs to failed to be settled between the parties involved and will now be heard in the High Court on Friday.
Kataza safely captured and kept in a safe place before Limpopo relocation
The successful capture of Kataza took place yesterday and he is currently being kept at a safe place before being relocated to the Riverside Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Limpopo.
Abandoned Cape cormorant chicks are recovering
The Cape cormorant chicks found on the island before being rescued was unusual because of the high number of nests.
Kataza to be tested for Covid-19 before relocation to Limpopo
The relocation of Kataza the baboon was officially approved by Cape Nature and he was expected to be captured yesterday, but this was postponed for reasons that are unclear.
Restrictions make would-be beachgoers hot under the collar
Frustration is building up among the public unable to enjoy the balmy sunny weather at the beach because of the lockdown.
Residents hope to put paint plans into action at Plumstead railway station
Residents in Plumstead are visualising a goal for the railway station and hopes that officials will come on board to put the plan into action.
Stellenbosch farm reduces greenhouse gases by storing CO2 emissions in the soil
A farm in Stellenbosch is playing a vital role towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions by storing carbon dioxide gases in the soil instead of in the atmosphere.
Zirk Botha well ahead of schedule on solo rowing journey from Cape to Rio
The solo rowing journey of Zirk Botha is well ahead of schedule, however the weather conditions are versatile out at sea and could change any moment.
Five learners to embark on journey to Antarctica with Riaan Manser
A dream has become a reality for five learners across South Africa who have been given the opportunity to begin the new year with a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Antarctica.
Gift of the Givers donates oxygen machines for Covid-19 patients across Garden Route
Gift of the Givers is rolling out 250 oxygen machines along the Garden Route which has been identified as one of the Covid-19 hotspots in the Western Cape.
Woman’s body found in surf at Sea Point swimming pool
An unidentified woman’s body was found in the surfline in front of the Sea Point swimming pool on Sunday morning.
Temporary housing for Masiphumelele fire victims
The first Masiphumelele fire victims received their temporary housing less than a month after the fire that affected 6 000 residents in the informal settlement.
Endowment land used as Bo-Kaap food garden remains a controversial matter
Endowment land which was to be used for charitable purposes remains a controversial matter between its trustees and members of the community.