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Rondebosch East mixed-use development sparks concern

Posted by Smile Staff Reporter on  13 October 2025
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  The City of Cape Town held an Open Day this past Saturday, 11 October, to discuss details of a proposed mixed-use development along Kromboom Road and 7th Avenue in Rondebosch East. This plan has sparked both interest and concern in the community.   READ: Vacant City-land in Rondebosch East earmarked for mixed-use development   The vacant land, earmarked for the Kromboom Road/7th Avenue Development, forms part of a broader proposal that includes up to
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Four suspects arrested for murder of off-duty LEAP officer

Posted by Liesl Smit on  13 October 2025
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  Four suspects have now been arrested for the hijacking and murder of LEAP officer, Yonke Pakade.   Pakade, who was off-duty, was brutally attacked in Philippi East on Sunday.   Following the attack, his colleagues responded to the scene in Sheffield Road, where Pakade’s vehicle was found abandoned.   The 26-year-old was eventually found in the Marikana Informal Settlement, as he had tried to flee his attackers. He had been stabbed multiple times, and

Mthethwa laid to rest: Remembered for his love, lessons & activism

Posted by Caitlin Maledo on  13 October 2025
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    Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa has been remembered for his love, lessons and contributions to South Africa’s democracy, as he was laid to rest.   A special state funeral was held for him in KwaZulu-Natal on Sunday, with President Cyril Ramaphosa presenting the eulogy.   ALSO READ: Flags to fly at half-mast for Nathi Mthethwa, Special Official funeral on Sunday – Smile 90.4FM   Ramaphosa called on those mourning Mthethwa’s passing to honour his memory
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LEAP officer dies after being hijacked and attacked in Philippi

Posted by Danielle Mentoor on  12 October 2025
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  City’s Safety and Security Directorate has confirmed the death of a Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) officer who was hijacked and attacked in Philippi East on Sunday.   According to the Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, the 26-year-old officer was off duty when he was hijacked by two suspects, who stabbed him multiple times and stoned him.   LEAP officers responded to the scene in Sheffield Road following the Incident,
Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79.

Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79.

Posted by Danielle Mentoor on  12 October 2025
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  Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79.   According to reports, a family spokesperson confirmed her passing, adding that there are no further details available at this time, and they have asked for privacy at this time.   The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed to PEOPLE magazine that they responded to Keaton’s home in California yesterday morning and transported the actress to a local hospital.   Keaton rose to fame