Finance minister Enoch Godongwana says pulling government’s purse strings tighter, coping with less, rooting out wasteful expenditure and spending every penny of public funds wisely is how government will proceed going forward with its new budget. READ MORE: City accused of using same tactics as Trump to hike Cape Town tariffs This is what the finance minister had to say during a media briefing by national treasury earlier today, where he
Comic Con Cape Town is set to take over the Cape Town International Convention Centre this week, giving Capetonians the ultimate pop culture and gaming experience. The highly anticipated festival, which will run from the 1st to the 4th of May, promises fans a diverse array of entertainment, celebrity appearances, shopping opportunities, and exclusive merchandise. The year will be there third edition of Comic Con Cape Town, here are 10 things the event
Western Cape Road Fatalities Surge
Category: News
Western Cape road fatalities have seen a spike recently. The Provincial Government has raised serious concerns following a sharp increase in road fatalities and incidents of drunk driving between 22 and 28 April 2025. A staggering 33 people lost their lives, with pedestrians accounting for 19 of these fatalities. During the same period, 96 motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Provincial Road Fatalities Surge With school holidays underway and a
The City of Cape Town is planning to extend municipal rate relief to more homeowners and pensioners as part of efforts to soften the impact of rising municipal bills in the 2025/26 financial year. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis announced the proposed measures during an interview on CapeTalk on Tuesday morning, saying the budget is designed to help households, particularly those with properties under R2.5 million, but that additional support for homes up to R7
After being closed for over a decade due to the construction of the Cape Town Stadium precinct, the iconic Green Point Flea Market is set to return to its original location on Sunday, 11 May 2025. The market, once a staple of Cape Town’s informal trade scene, will operate every Sunday from 08h00 to 18h00, except on days when major events take place at the stadium. Around 200 traders are expected to
