One suspect was arrested after Western Cape Provincial Traffic officers carried out a stop-and-check operation in George last night in what officials say is part of ongoing efforts to take drugs off the streets. Officers stopped a white VW Polo at the Thembalethu on-ramp (N2) towards Pacaltsdorp. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of three bags of compressed dagga. In addition to the drugs, officers seized R15 650 in
Capetonians have been urged to take cover this weekend as two cold fronts are moving across the metro. While no severe warnings are forecasted, the City of Cape Town says it presents an opportunity for residents to conduct pre-winter assessments and mitigate the risk of potential impacts ahead of the winter season. According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), there is a chance of light to moderate showers until Sunday. The
A South African biotechnology breakthrough could help make lab-grown meat more affordable and accessible. Lab-grown meat is considered the future of food because it offers a sustainable, ethical, and efficient alternative to industrial livestock farming. Local start-up Immobazyme has successfully partnered with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to produce a critical protein used in the cultivation of lab-grown meat. The molecule, known as fibroblast growth factor 2, or
Some songs don’t just play… they stay. The ones that build slowly, hit deeply, and linger long after the final note. The kind of music that turns a quiet moment into something unforgettable — powerful, emotional, and completely timeless. This weekend, Smile FM brings you Rock Ballads Weekend — a celebration of the greatest slow-burning rock anthems in history. From soaring vocals to iconic guitar solos, it’s all about the songs
An event aimed at providing employment opportunities turned sour on Thursday, as chaos erupted at the Athlone Stadium. The event, called A Day of 1000 Opportunities, was organised by the City of Cape Town and hosted by CapeBPO at the stadium. Anyone between 18 and 34 years was invited to attend, as a direct path to job opportunities with several companies represented at the event. At midday on Thursday, the City advised that more than 25,000 people had queued for the occasion that morning.
