Cape Town

Cape Town's 2025 festive lights display sparked controversy over alleged removal of Christian symbols, with the ACDP demanding reinstatement while the City insists religious elements remain included.

Crowned the coolest street in South Africa by Time Out 2025, Kloof Street is where Victorian charm meets 21st-century swagger. From Japanese konbini bentos and fiery South Indian dosas to indie boutiques and mountain-view wine bars, this winding ribbon above ...

Playtopia 2025 storms Cape Town’s Homecoming Centre on 5–6 December, fusing Africa’s hottest indie games, mind-bending immersive art, VR adventures, and epic cosplay into the continent’s wildest celebration of digital creativity. From the world premiere of Devolver-backed Shroom and Gloom ...

Cape Town’s dams have dropped to 83% and are falling faster than expected after a dry winter. With summer demand rising, the city is urging residents to cut back now — before restrictions return. Simple, affordable steps like a R1,500 ...

At 4:07 AM on November 20, 2025, after a tense all-night showdown, SANTACO and the Western Cape government signed a R250 million deal that ended Cape Town’s crippling taxi strike in minutes. By lunchtime the roads were alive again — ...

A R3.52 million abalone bust in Cape Town’s Primrose Park has exposed sophisticated drying operations fueling international syndicates. The November 7 raid—part of Operation Lockdown III—netted 6,400 illegal units and led to two arrests, intensifying the crackdown on poaching networks ...

Cape Town’s Observatory erupts in color on November 29, 2025, as Streetopia Obs Takeover floods Lower Main Road with AfrikaBurn’s desert spirit—free, all-ages, and utterly alive. Mutant vehicles parade, murals beg for your brush, and strangers gift joy. From 10 ...

Cape Town's Legal Innovation & Tech Fest Africa on November 10-11, 2025, unites AI, patents, and fintech to empower legal professionals with global tools and local strategies.

Cape Town’s R1.6 billion M3 upgrade begins November 7, 2025, with lane closures, full nightly shutdowns, and weekend detours. The 18-month project widens roads, adds slip lanes, and improves safety from Hospital Bend to Tokai. Use proven local detours like ...

Cape Town’s Studio Time Out ignites on November 6, 2025, with the Night of the Queens Drag Spectacle—a fierce celebration of bold performances, resilience, and unapologetic joy that lights up the city’s vibrant LGBTQ+ scene.

Cape Town’s M3 highway upgrade, a R1.6 billion project to ease chronic gridlock, promises 75% faster commutes by 2027. Two traffic lights will vanish, signals will sync, and pedestrian bridges will rise. Yet a police raid targeting R1.6 billion in ...

As the festive season sparkles, Cape Town’s Baxter Gift Fair (Nov 5-9, 2025) transforms Rondebosch into a haven of handmade wonders. Supporting SARDA’s therapeutic riding programs, the fair showcases artisans like Thando Nkosi, whose Zulu-inspired beaded jewelry tells stories of ...

Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront erupts in nautical drama as the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race docks from November 4–16, 2025. Watch 70-foot yachts glide in after battling the Southern Ocean, explore the boats for free on November 11–12, then ...

DataFest Cape Town 2025 launched with explosive energy on November 4 at the Old Biscuit Mill, drawing over 250 AI and analytics leaders. Day one delivered high-impact keynotes from Capitec, Vodacom, and Standard Bank, plus hands-on AI agent workshops using ...

Beneath Cape Town’s postcard-perfect Table Mountain, a brutal reality festers. On October 26, 2025, Grassy Park—a quiet suburb in the city’s south—erupted in violence when gunmen ambushed five men, killing a 32-year-old and wounding four others. This suspected gang attack, ...

Cape Town’s coffee scene is booming in October 2025, with micro-roasters in Woodstock crafting bold, innovative blends. Discover artisanal cafes, tasting notes, and expert home brewing tips that bring global-inspired flavors straight to your cup.

In South Africa’s Eastern Cape, the critically endangered Cape Parrot is making a comeback thanks to grassroots efforts at iZingcuka Nursery. By planting thousands of indigenous trees, clearing invasive species, and engaging local communities, these conservation heroes are restoring fragmented ...

South African Airways is reviving its Cape Town–Durban route this October, with more flights on the country’s “Golden Triangle.” From budget hacks to smart packing, here’s how to make your spring getaway affordable and stress-free.

Celebrate Heritage Weekend in Cape Town with five hidden gems that blend laughter, culture, and adventure. From secret beaches and street art to comedy pop-ups and quirky hikes, these offbeat escapes promise a lighthearted way to experience the Mother City.

Cape Town is revolutionizing public transport with Africa’s largest electric bus fleet, powered by solar-ready fast chargers for a greener future.

On 3 September 2025, chaos erupted on Cape Town’s Keerom Street when a naked man disarmed a police officer and fired several shots, sending bystanders fleeing in panic. The shocking incident, caught on video, raises urgent questions about police training, ...

A 1998 amendment to the 55-nation Antarctic Treaty , to which both Russia and SA are signatories, prohibits all mineral explorations in the region.

The unknown suspects fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.

The country is not in a financial position to waste resources on the planned exercise.