The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate says it has estimated that local household water consumption needs to drop by at least 10% throughout the upcoming summer season and into winter next year. This comes as Cape Town dam levels are below the recommended 80% threshold at the end of the rainy season. Cape Town dam levels are currently stand at 75,7% going into the final month of the rainy season,
Two separate gang-related shootings in Lavender Hill and Athlone have left three people dead and one injured on Tuesday, 6 October 2026. In Lavender Hill, two men were shot and killed, and another person was wounded during an early-morning shooting in Muir Court, Depsiton Crescent. Police spokesperson Wesley Twigg says a case of double murder and attempted murder has been opened. “Steenberg police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident
How did they do that?
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How did they do that? This is a common question during a performance by great illusionists, and the Mother City is getting ready for such a show. How did they do that? The City Hall, one of Cape Town’s most iconic landmarks, is about to experience a little magic this November. For the first time, MAJIKA – Africa’s Greatest Illusionists is taking over Cape Town City Hall, transforming the historic venue into
Occupiers of Transnet land in Woodstock and Salt River have approached the Supreme Court of Appeal to prevent their eviction. This comes after the Western Cape High Court refused to hear their initial appeal. The application to the SCA was filed by Ndifuna Ukwazi (NU) last week, Friday, 2 October. The eviction, which was due to be carried out this past weekend, was therefore halted. The MMC for Safety and Security, JP
With just over a week to go before the 2026 matric class starts its examinations, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is reminding learners who wish to vote in the local government elections to consider applying for a special vote. The WCED says this could help learners avoid spending long hours in voting queues when they could be studying. Applications for special votes close at 5pm on Monday, 12 October. Education Minister Jaco Londt
