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A new Stellenbosch University research report on socio-economic policy suggests that repeating early grades can improve learner performance without causing harm when applied carefully. The study, led by researcher Ros Clayton from the university’s Research on Socio-Economic Policy (RESEP) Group, found that repetition in early schooling, particularly in Grade 1

Assault, domestic violence and self-harm incidents increased in Cape Town over the past week, as emergency services dealt with a rise in violence-related calls and law enforcement agencies continued operations across the city. The City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre responded to nearly 1 900 incidents over the past weekend, with

A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Alnika Mitchell in Kensington. The 23-year-old suspect is expected to appear at the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court on Monday. “He was arrested on Thursday on charges of murder and attempted murder,” said police spokesperson Wesley Twigg. The

A six-year-old boy was tragically found dead in a washing machine at his home in Steenberg on Friday morning. The child’s father reported him missing to the police, who accompanied him to the house to search for the boy. “The investigation led our members to a washing machine where the

Team VOC has officially launched its Stationery Drive for the 2026 academic year, with Rahmaniyeh Primary School located in District Six named as this year’s beneficiary. The cherished annual campaign aims to equip learners in the local community with essential stationery, ensuring they start the school year prepared, confident, and

The Safe House in the far south is facing an urgent funding crisis and could be forced to close unless it secures more than R180 000 to cover essential operational costs. The shelter provides care and support for abused women and children, offering counselling, therapy, and skills development programs to

Cape Town remains a top destination for domestic travellers this festive season, with an estimated 54% of South Africans planning getaways this month, according to Cape Town Tourism’s domestic travel agent, Briony Brookes. The Western Cape draws 48% of these travellers, with 80% choosing Cape Town for its sunshine, scenic

SANTACO Western Cape has launched a Festive Road Safety Activation at the Site-C Long Distance Taxi Rank in Khayelitsha as families across the country prepare to travel for the holidays. The initiative began on Thursday, under the theme Putting driver wellness first. The campaign focuses on ensuring that long-distance taxi