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Climb for a cause: Support local charities at the Table Mountain cableway challenge

Participants from across South Africa will gather at Table Mountain for the annual Cableway Charity Challenge, climbing Platteklip Gorge to raise funds for local charities and receive unique medals crafted from retired cable.

Cape Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Scaling new heights: Table Mountain Aerial Cableway bags silver for sustainable tourism

Discover how Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company has been recognised for its exceptional waste management and commitment to sustainable tourism at the 2025 WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Fire operations continue in Table Mountain National Park: Public safety urged

SANParks expresses concern over hikers in closed areas due to ongoing wildfires in Table Mountain National Park, urging public adherence to safety measures.

News South Africa
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Celebrating International Mountain Day: Protecting our natural jewels

Every year on December 11, International Mountain Day serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to appreciate and protect our planet’s majestic landscapes.

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Celebrating International Mountain Day: the importance of Table Mountain

Discover the significance of International Mountain Day and learn how Table Mountain plays a vital role in biodiversity and sustainable practices.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Constantia Nek fire along Table Mountain successfully contained, says SANParks

On Sunday morning, at first light, SANParks Table Mountain National Park Fire Management Department deployed firefighting crews to continue mop-up operations.

News South Africa Western Cape
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

More boots on the ground this festive season for Table Mountain

he South African National Parks (SANParks) has emphasised the need victims of a criminal incident within the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) to lodge a police complaint, to assist SANParks in their efforts to hone in on such incidents and track reports and trends.

Cape Argus News
Shakirah Thebus|Published

Table Mountain Cableway suspended until further notice after garage fire

This weekend, Cableway operations will be closed due to a fire at a parking garage.

News South Africa
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Table Mountain Cableway: Operations suspended after fire incident

The fire, which occurred on Thursday, has halted cableway operations while damage assessments are conducted.

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Sarene Kloren|Published

Guests evacuated as fire erupts at Table Mountain National Park

A fire at the Table Mountain National Park cableway lower station led to the safe evacuation of guests and staff, with no reported injuries.

Travel Travel News
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Firefighters tackle hazardous lithium fire at Table Mountain Cableway Station and Signal Hill blaze

Cape Town firefighters demonstrated exceptional skill in tackling a hazardous lithium battery fire at the iconic Table Mountain Cableway station, while simultaneously managing a threatening vegetation blaze near Signal Hill.

News Environment
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway celebrates 95 years of scenic rides with special deals

Join the celebration as Table Mountain Aerial Cableway marks its 95th anniversary this October with special offers and events.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Table is set for tourism as cableway reopens

Following an extensive and comprehensive 7-week maintenance break, the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has reopened, just as weather conditions have improved with the emergence of spring.

Cape Argus News
Shakirah Thebus|Published

Table Mountain cableway has reopened - and 7,000 tickets have already been sold

The cableway was closed for seven weeks during maintenance work.

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Sarene Kloren|Published

Table Mountain hiking routes are now patrolled by a private security company

For the past two months, privately funded guards have actively patrolled routes around Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, and Camps Bay.

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Sarene Kloren|Published

Two suspects in court for Table Mountain robbery

The Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) has urged visitors to exercise caution while enjoying outdoor activities and to do so in groups.

Cape Argus News
Byron Lukas|Published

Table Mountain cable car is closed until September 1

The service provider said that although some maintenance periods were less intensive and disruptive, the work planned for 2024 was more extensive.

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Sarene Kloren|Published

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company to shutdown for 7 weeks as part of extensive maintenance

According to TMACC, the maintenance is scheduled for the winter period to limit impact on travellers.

Sunday Tribune Travel
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Win Mother’s Day tickets to Table Mountain

Why not celebrate your mom with a special treat at Table Mountain? It has the perfect Mother’s Day gifts for you to spoil your mom!

Weekend Argus Lifestyle
Staff Reporter|Published

Vote for Table Mountain as Africa’s leading tourist attraction

Table Mountain fans are invited to vote for the iconic landmark as Africa's leading tourist attraction.

Weekend Argus Entertainment
Staff Reporter|Published

Free things to do in Cape Town on your Birthday

The Mother City has a lot to offer, including some freebies on your special day. Celebrate your birthday with these free activities and goodies that Cape Town has to offer during your birthday month.

Entertainment Whats On Cape Town
IOL|Published

No need for alarm, Table Mountain fire is a prescribed under-control burn

Capetonians and those planning trips up and around Table Mountain National Park do not need to be alarmed about the fire burning on the slopes below Tafelberg Road.

Cape Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Hiker and her nephew rescued at Platteklip Gorge

A fifty-three-year-old hiker and her 28-year-old nephew from KwaZulu-Natal were brought to safety following a strenuous rescue on Platteklip Gorge along Table Mountain on Monday.

Cape Argus News
Sibuliso Duba|Published

Another hectic weekend for Wilderness Search and Rescue after multiple rescues around the Western Cape

The Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) Western Cape had a busy weekend after making six rescues around the province.

Cape Argus News
Sibuliso Duba|Published

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway welcomes visitor number 31 million since it began operations in 1929

They were waiting their turn to board the cable car, when Gerda was pulled from the queue and told that she was the 31 millionth visitor.

Cape Times News
Staff Reporter|Published