The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has announced a series of planned night-time closures of the N1 Huguenot Tunnel to carry out critical permanent repair works following the bus fire incident on 3 October 2025. Emergency repairs were completed on 9 October, allowing the tunnel to reopen safely. However, SANRAL says more comprehensive work is now needed to ensure long-term safety and reliability. The maintenance will be done on selected weekday
Cape Town International Airport has reached a major milestone, welcoming over one million passengers in October, a figure usually recorded only in December. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) says the record-breaking performance signals a strong start to the festive travel season and reflects growing confidence in the tourism and aviation sectors. ACSA spokesperson Ofentse Dijoe says the company will continue working closely with partners to ensure smooth and safe travel during
A life sentence has been handed to Rodney Witbooi for the premeditated murder of his ex-wife. Along with the life sentence, there were additional sentences totalling 37 years and three months for attempted rape, attempted murder, housebreaking, and illegal drug possession. The High Court of South Africa ruling brings a strong message as South Africa continues its fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). Life sentence for Rodney Witbooi for the premeditated
Greenmarket Square will pulse with music, culture, and community spirit on 16 December 2025. This is as Unity On The Square (UOTS) marks its fifth anniversary with a special tribute to one of the Mother City’s most cherished artists, Loukmaan Adams. Loukmaan celebrated his 50th birthday earlier this year. “As I celebrate 50 years of life and over four decades in the arts, it’s incredible to see young talent, women, and communities come alive on
A murder investigation is underway after a 22-year-old woman was found dead in her Fish Hoek home on Echo Road last Friday. Friends reportedly alerted police to her absence. Officers found her body inside the residence that morning. Authorities say the scene is “consistent with a house robbery”, though the investigation is ongoing. Western Cape police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg confirmed the case, stating simply that a murder docket was
