Parow Metro Police officers arrested a suspect on drug charges yesterday afternoon following a routine patrol in King Edward Street. Metro Police spokesperson, Ruth Solomons, says the officers spotted two men sitting in a car and as members approached, one of the men exited the vehicle and dropped an object. “The suspect kicked the object underneath the car before walking towards a nearby shop. The officers apprehended the suspect and recovered a
The largest targeted skin cancer screening of its kind was launched at the Cape Town Cycle Tour. The Western Cape Government is supporting Skin Scan, powered by Tim’s Test. This is an innovative screening initiative that is transforming how skin cancer is detected and prevented in high-risk populations. As far as we know, this is the largest mass screening of this nature in the world, of an at-risk population. “Skin Scan shows what
The 26-year-old man accused of the murder of Nyanga ward councillor, Lazola Gungxe, has had previous trouble with the law. Asiphe Sesanti made his first court appearance on Monday, in connection with Gungxe’s February murder. The 48-year-old ward councillor was fatally shot outside a community hall in Gwayi Street on 3 February, after a community meeting. READ MORE: Political Parties Call for Urgent Investigation After ANC Councillor Gunned Down in Nyanga –
Ten years ago, thousands of South Africans were encouraged to open a Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA). This 10‑year milestone offers a rare insight into how time, disciplined behaviour and tax‑free structures work together to build meaningful capital even when contributions start small. Introduced in 2015 to boost South Africa’s saving culture, TFSAs gave households a simple and accessible way to grow money free from tax. Unlike traditional savings or investment vehicles, TFSAs shelter
A new study by Stellenbosch researcher, Dr Rebecca Selkirk, has raised questions about the value of holding learners back in Grades 10 and 11 ahead of matric exams. Her research suggests that high repetition rates may not be the key to stronger matric results, and that alternative support strategies could be more effective. Repetition Rates Before the Pandemic Pre-pandemic, about 31% of Grade 10 learners and 24% of Grade 11
