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Western Cape celebrates matric excellence amid education challenges

The Western Cape Education Department hosted its annual National Senior Certificate (NSC) awards on Thursday, January 30, 2025, honouring students who achieved outstanding results in the 2024 Matric exams. Western Cape Education Minister David Maynier acknowledged the immense challenges the department faced, stating, “We are a department operating under tremendous pressure. This past year has been one of the toughest. We’ve had to make difficult budgetary choices, which have been […]

today30 January 2025

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Disaster Risk Management Centre activates joint operations centre after Taiwan informal settlement fire

The City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management Centre (DRMC) has activated a Joint Operations Centre to coordinate response and recovery efforts following a fire in the Taiwan Informal Settlement on Wednesday afternoon. DRMC spokesperson Charlotte Powell confirmed that local humanitarian aid organisations have been called upon to assist affected residents while assessments are underway to determine the full extent of the damage. “The results of the assessments will be […]

today29 January 2025

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AA calls for zero-alcohol limit to reduce road fatalities

The Automobile Association (AA) is calling for a zero-alcohol limit for drivers to address rising road fatalities in South Africa. Festive season statistics show 9,550 arrests for traffic violations, with 3,840 drivers charged for drunk driving. A 2020 alcohol ban during lockdown led to a 60% drop in road crash injuries, highlighting the impact of stricter regulations. Speaking on VOC’s NewsBeat on Wednesday, AA spokesperson Eleanor Mavimbela stressed the need […]

today29 January 2025

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Trump’s aid freeze threatens SA health programmes

The United States (US) President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders, targeting foreign assistance and trade policies, could have far-reaching implications for South Africa’s economy and health sector. Among these is a suspension of foreign development aid, which experts warn may severely disrupt South Africa's HIV/AIDS programmes and broader health initiatives. A halt in funding from USAID, which supports numerous HIV/AIDS programmes in South Africa, could delay critical treatments and services. […]

today28 January 2025

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Tasneem Solomons named Sportswoman of the Year at Provincial Awards

Earlier this month, the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport hosted the 2024 Provincial Sport Awards, celebrating the achievements of athletes across the province. Among the standout winners was Tasneem Solomons from Bonteheuwel, who earned the prestigious title of Sportswoman of the Year. Solomons, a professional pool player with over 20 years of experience, made history last year as South Africa’s first World Eightball Pool Federation Ultimate Pool […]

today27 January 2025

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Criticism mounts over SANDF losses in DRC deployment

The deaths of nine South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers in clashes with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have drawn sharp criticism of South Africa’s military involvement in the region. Several organisations are questioning the government’s decision to deploy troops, urging a reassessment of the country’s broader military engagements on the continent. Defence consultant and analyst Helmoed Heitman weighed in on the situation, addressing whether […]

today27 January 2025

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Calls mount for MAYCO members suspected of fraudulent activities should be suspended

By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert As investigations into the alleged tender fraud continue, calls mount for both JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg to be suspended from the Democratic Alliance (DA) The pair had their offices raided on Friday, and not many details about the incident have been publicised, however, the Mayor of the City of Cape Town confirmed the raid, stating that the duo is cooperating with key role players to […]

today27 January 2025

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SA, Türkiye strengthen historic cultural and economic ties.

Former Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition, Ebrahim Patel, and Awqaf SA are hosting a delegation from Erzurum, Türkiye, in Gauteng and Cape Town to strengthen cultural, educational, and economic ties between South Africa and Erzurum. Speaking on PM Drive, Awqaf SA CEO Mickaeel Collier highlighted the historical significance of Erzurum's connection to Cape Town, saying: “Nearly 162 years ago, an Ottoman emissary arrived in Cape Town, sent at the […]

today25 January 2025

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Four Western Cape municipalities qualify for Eskom debt write-off

Western Cape MEC for Finance, Deidré Baartman, has praised four municipalities for qualifying for Eskom debt write-offs. Matzikama Municipality will have R37.7 million written off, Cederberg Municipality R15 million, Kannaland Municipality R14.8 million, and Beaufort West Municipality R25.6 million. Baartman highlighted the role of the provincial Treasury’s analysts, who provided oversight, support, and advice to help municipalities comply with Eskom’s conditions. Energy analyst Chris Yelland explained the initiative, “National Treasury […]

today25 January 2025

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