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SA rejects US intimidation claims, defends rule of law after Joburg raid

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 19 December 2025

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) stated that South Africa remains firmly committed to principled, transparent diplomacy in its engagement with the United States (U.S.), amid rising tensions following a raid at a refugee processing facility in Johannesburg. Washington has criticised Pretoria, accusing South African authorities of detaining

Hiker dies after fall on Lion’s Head trail

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 19 December 2025

A hiker has died after falling from a trail on Lion’s Head in the Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene and made several attempts to reach the hiker; however, rescue efforts were unsuccessful. The individual was later declared dead at the scene.

Government confident in roadmap to combat Foot and Mouth Disease

Oyisa George 18 December 2025

South Africa is intensifying efforts to control Foot and Mouth Disease, with nearly 950 000 animals already vaccinated in high-risk areas. The vaccination programme targets feedlots, commercial and communal farms in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and Eastern Cape, while protection zones are being established to safeguard FMD-free provinces,

SAWS warns of above-normal rainfall and flooding risk this summer

Oyisa George 18 December 2025

South Africans are being urged to prepare for a wetter-than-usual summer, with isolated flooding possible in some areas, the South African Weather Service has warned. The outlook for the 2025/2026 summer season, running from December 2025 to April 2026, predicts above-normal rainfall across the country’s central and eastern regions, including

Safe House Faces Closure Without Urgent Funding

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 18 December 2025

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 Tops Domestic Travel Plans This Festive Season

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 17 December 2025

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

Today, the 16th of December 2025, South Africa observes Reconciliation Day — a moment to contemplate the nation’s path from Apartheid to unity and social healing

Daanyaal Matthews 16 December 2025

Today, the 16th of December 2025, South Africa observes Reconciliation Day — a moment to contemplate the nation’s path from Apartheid to unity and social healing. Although the day marks progress, uncertainties continue to loom, and questions still arise as to whether genuine reconciliation has been attained among communities. Speaking

ActionSA asserts that the City of Cape Town has violated its licensing terms concerning the release of sewage into the sea

Daanyaal Matthews 16 December 2025

As residents and environmental advocates are alert to rising health and ecological dangers following the sewage release at Cape Town’s beaches, political party ActionSA has openly condemned the City. The party has filed an appeal with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment to prevent the City from granting

Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen’s death: A remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six

Daanyaal Matthews 16 December 2025

Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen’s death — a remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six, street singing, the nag troepe ( traditional Malay choirs of Cape Town), and the klopse — his legacy remains etched in people’s memory. From the renowned musical District Six to beloved qasidah recordings,

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