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At least 27 people dead in separate mass shootings in South Africa townships

Eight gunmen opened fire in two mass shootings in South Africa, leading to at least 27 fatalities. The first incident occurred on Saturday night in Wedela township near Johannesburg. The second shooting took place on Sunday morning in Lwandle township near Cape Town. No arrests have been made in connection…

The Economic Times · 1h ago

Two mass shootings in South Africa leave at least 27 dead

Seventeen people were killed in a shooting at a bar to the west of Johannesburg, while 10 people were fatally shot in an attack outside of Cape Town, police said.

Euronews · 2h ago

A 57-year-old man ran from Cape Town to Cairo in 301 days, surviving a kidnap attempt

Keith Boyd completed a 6,706-mile journey from Cape Town to Cairo in 301 days in 2024, setting a new record for the fastest journey between the two cities on foot. The 57-year-old British-South African runner crossed 9 countries during the challenge, but the route became particularly dangerous in Ethiopia, where…

The Times of India · Sep 24

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South Africa launches major plan to restore 100,000 hectares by 2030

South Africa has launched ReLISA, or Restoring Landscapes in South Africa, a 5-year, €15-million programme aimed at restoring degraded grassland, savanna and thicket ecosystems while expanding protected areas and strengthening climate and water resilience. The initiative is funded by Germany's Federal Ministry for the Environment through its International Climate Initiative…

The Times of India · Sep 22

Antarctica flights take off with fuel made from used cooking oil

Antarctica tourists flying from Cape Town will soon travel on fuel partly made from used cooking oil. South Africa’s Sasol is supplying sustainable aviation fuel to luxury operator White Desert, which runs trips costing up to $120,000, as Antarctic tourism faces pressure to reduce its environmental impact.

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Antarctica flights take off with fuel made from kitchen waste

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Fake lovers accused of wooing 100 American women out of $6M arrested

The individuals were apprehended in Cape Town in 2021 and are being turned over to Federal Bureau of Investigation agents on Friday

The Independent UK · Sep 11

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Airline cancels plans for repeat of South Africa vs New Zealand flyover stunt as investigation launched

The stunt in Cape Town had attracted criticism over safety concerns

The Independent UK · Sep 4

South Africa aviation regulator probes low jet flypast over Cape Town stadium

South Africa’s aviation authority is reviewing a dramatic passenger jet flypast over Cape Town's DHL Stadium

The Independent UK · Sep 2

Why Tupac lives on in Cape Town 30 years after he was murdered

Thirty years after world famous US rapper Tupac Shakur was gunned down at the age of 25, his legacy has remained a lasting and continuous presence in Africa.

The Conversation · Sep 1

NHS pension system declared a retired worker dead and stopped paying her; she borrowed money to fly to Britain to prove she was alive

A retired NHS worker living in Cape Town found herself in an extraordinary financial crisis after the organisation responsible for her pension payments mistakenly recorded her as dead. Her pension stopped arriving in May 2026, leaving her struggling to pay everyday bills and forcing her to borrow money simply to…

The Times of India · Aug 30

South Africa inflict first loss of year on New Zealand to level series

South Africa 33-26 New Zealand: Cheslin Kolbe’s kicking was the difference as the Springboks levelled the four-game series in Cape Town

The Independent UK · Aug 29

South Africa v New Zealand LIVE: Springboks level the series with hard-fought win in thrilling contest

South Africa 33-26 New Zealand: Cheslin Kolbe’s kicking proved the difference as the hosts levelled the series in Cape Town

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Is South Africa v New Zealand on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch second Test

Everything you need to know as the Springboks and All Blacks clash in Cape Town

The Independent UK · Aug 29

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The Independent UK · Aug 27

All Blacks boss questions Springboks scrummaging tactics ahead of second Test

The scrum battle could again be key as the rivals meet in Cape Town

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Springboks make Siya Kolisi decision ahead of second Test against New Zealand

Kolisi’s participation in the game in Cape Town had been in doubt

The Economic Times · Aug 23

South Africa targets 1 lakh Indian tourist arrivals in 2026

South Africa is targeting 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, up from nearly 70,000 in 2025. It is focusing on younger, experience-seeking travellers while improving visa processes and air connectivity and promoting destinations beyond Cape Town and Johannesburg.

The Times of India · Aug 22

South Africa’s Stiebeuel River was heavily polluted by sewage; researchers now use stones, sand and biochar to treat 50,000 litres of its water every day

The Stiebeuel River in Franschhoek, South Africa, about 75 kilometres east of Cape Town, has become heavily polluted by sewage and contaminated runoff from the nearby informal settlement of Langrug, where inadequate sanitation has allowed waste to enter the river. E. coli concentrations have been measured at more than 400,000…

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 14

Add to playlist: the heartbreak post-mortems of Cape Town’s Rowlene and the week’s best new tracks

The South African singer has been a memorable guest artist, but the unhurried, emotional tracks on new album Some Strings Attached show she’s ready for the spotlight

Euronews · Aug 12

Queenstown, Tromsø, and Bariloche: These are the best cities for a coolcation this summer

This new index looks at climate relief, accessibility, value and visitor experience to highlight the best overall coolcation destinations.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6

Back to the future as champion Springboks host All Blacks

JOHANNESBURG - Hosts South Africa and visitors New Zealand are going back to the future with a rugby tour that begins in Cape Town on Friday and ends 12,700 kilometres away in the United States.

The Times of India · Aug 1

During Cape Town’s 2018 water crisis, salvage expert Nick Sloane proposed towing a 100-million-tonne Antarctic iceberg 2,700 km; he estimated 63% could survive

A South African expert proposed towing Antarctic icebergs to Cape Town during a water crisis. Numerical models later showed iceberg towing is technically feasible under specific conditions. Wave erosion, not just heat, significantly destroys icebergs during transport. Protecting icebergs with skirts could increase freshwater delivery to cities. This concept remains…

The Conversation · Jul 30

Did Cape Town’s gunshot detection system work? Why jury is still out on what ShotSpotter achieved

In mid-2026 Cape Town’s city council ended the use of ShotSpotter, a US-developed gunshot detection system and a form of dragnet surveillance. The system was first piloted in 2016. The council said it was reviewing a renewal of the contract. The acoustic system was marketed as being able to detect…

International Business Times UK · Jul 27

Internet Reacts To Twisted Cape Town Father Who Sexually Assaulted and Strangled Son's Friend During Sleepover

A 49-year-old man received two life sentences for raping and murdering an eight-year-old boy, raising public concerns about parole and child protection systems.

International Business Times UK · Jul 12

How Did Jayden Adams Die? World Cup Star Dies Suddenly at 25 With Cause Unknown

South African midfielder Jayden Adams, 25, has died suddenly in Cape Town after participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, urging public restraint.

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