The City of Cape Town is set to pilot a cashless payment system at three Driving Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) from 1 October 2026. The pilot project will be introduced at the Brackenfell, Fish Hoek and Strand DLTCs. The City operates 18 DLTCs across Cape Town, which process thousands of transactions each month. These include traffic fine payments, learner’s and driving licence applications, driving licence card renewals and replacements, as well as
You can visit the Zeitz MOCAA for free on Heritage Day later this month. Cultural performances, exhibition access, and creative workshops for all ages will be available. There will also be an outdoor food court. Capetonians are encouraged to start making plans for this day, when the heritage of the country’s citizens is celebrated. Families are welcome to attend. Heritage Day, Thursday, 24 September 2026 Visit the Zeitz MOCAA for free on Heritage
Brent crude has risen above $100 a barrel this week, raising concerns that South African motorists and businesses could face further fuel price increases. The rise reflects restricted oil supply and heightened uncertainty caused by the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran, as well as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The last time oil prices reached triple digits was in July. According to KPMG economist Frank Blackmore,
The Mossel Bay Municipality has proposed the installation of geotextile sandbags as an interim emergency measure to stabilise the dune at Diaz Beach and reduce the immediate risk of further collapse. According to the municipality, the measure is intended to prevent damage to, or the collapse of, properties and infrastructure onto the beach, while also reducing risks to members of the public accessing an area that remains unsafe. The municipality reminded residents
Western Cape Police Oversight MEC Anroux Marais has warned the public against taking the law into their own hands following the fatal shooting of an unidentified man during an alleged robbery in Bellville on Tuesday, 8 September 2026. Durbanville police are investigating two counts of robbery and an inquest after the man was shot and killed. According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), they received a complaint of a stationary vehicle
