The iconic Vygieskraal Stadium in Athlone is preparing for a deeply meaningful revival, with plans to reinstate its long-lost cycling track included in the City’s draft 2026/27 budget. For decades, Vygieskraal has held a special place in Cape Town’s sporting landscape. From the athletics track laid in the late 1970s to the stadium’s construction in the early 1980s, Vygieskraal has stood as a quiet but enduring symbol of community pride in sport.
The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate continued installing the Smart Speed Signs (SSS) at the request of wards across Cape Town. There are currently 10 smart speed signs in Cape Town, and according to the directorate, another four are in the planning process. Mayoral Committee member for Urban Mobility, Rob Quintas, says the City has noticed a 25% reduction in speeding at some of the locations where these signs have been
Two people are due to appear in the Mitchells Plain Magistrate’s Court for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, possession of drugs, and dealing in drugs. The couple, aged 23 and 36, were arrested in Woodlands last night after members of Operation Lockdown III followed a tip-off about drugs being stored at a residence in Swallow Road. Police spokesperson Ndakhe Gwala says the team immediately proceeded to the address and located
Wildfires leave lasting scars
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Wildfires leave lasting scars. The devastating impact of wildfires on the Western Cape landscape is under renewed focus. This follows the release of a special fire series by CapeNature, and in the spotlight, one of the most destructive fire seasons in recent years. Wildfires leave lasting scars on Cederberg as CapeNature highlights growing climate risks The most severe blaze tore through the Cederberg Wilderness, igniting on 22 December 2025 at Uitkyk Pass
The 18-year-old accused of raping a 3-year-old in Capricorn appeared in the Muizenberg Magistrates’ Court yesterday, where he abandoned his bail application. He will remain in police custody until his next court appearance on 12 May. The suspect was arrested earlier this month. While the exact details pertaining to the attack remain unknown, it is confirmed that the sexual assault took place in March this year. The South African Police Service (SAPS)
