A newly discovered species has been named after a South African ecologist. Dr Martine Jordaan is also a Fauna Ecologist at CapeNature. A newly described Paradiplozoon species (which is a type of ectoparasitic flatworm) now bears her name. This was done in recognition of her knowledge and passion for the aquatic life of the Cape Fold Ecoregion. “CapeNature is proud to see Dr Jordaan’s contribution recognised in this way,” added Naidoo CapeNature
Messages of congratulations are pouring in this morning for Bafana Bafana, who have progressed to the knockout stages in the FIFA World Cup for the first time. They beat Korea 1-0 in Monterrey in the early hours of Thursday morning, South African time. President Cyril Ramaphosa says Bafana Bafana displayed an inspired team performance of discipline in defence and precision in their attack. He praised Coach Hugo Broos and scorer Thapelo
A former apartheid-era informer is due to appear in court in connection with the murders of young activists during that time. The Directorate for Priority Investigations (Hawks) confirmed that the 74-year-old suspect would appear in the Benoni Regional Court on Thursday on 15 counts of murder, as well as arson, kidnapping, defeating or obstructing justice and other weapon-related charges. “Ongoing investigation that has resulted in a 74-year-old former apartheid informer, commonly known as an Askari, appearing before
Democratic Alliance leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has appealed for calm ahead of threatened anti-migrant protests and possible unrest planned for 30 June. In an online address, Hill-Lewis acknowledged public frustration over unemployment, crime, illegal immigration and government failures, but warned that anger must not be allowed to descend into hatred or violence. He condemned politicians and vigilante groups that scapegoat foreign nationals, calling on law enforcement agencies and all spheres of government to
The City of Cape Town has announced that MyCiTi bus fares will increase from 1 July 2026, subject to approval of the City’s draft budget later this month. The fare adjustments are aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of the service as operating costs continue to rise. The City says higher fuel prices, maintenance expenses and looming cuts in national government funding have placed significant pressure on its public transport budget. Under
