UCT library: ‘Reading Room is completely gutted’
Here’s a preliminary damage report on what was lost at the UCT library due to the Cape Town fires.
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Cape Town weather threatens spread of ‘vagrant fire’
Strong winds are expected to average 33km/hr throughout the day, making it extra hard for firefighters to contain the Cape Town fires.
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UCT students warned to not accept unvetted accommodation
Displaced UCT students are urged to not accept accommodation from unvetted ‘helpers’. Here’s what you should do if you are affected by the Cape Town fire:
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Cape Town fire: How you can help those affected
Here is a list of ways you can lend a hand in aiding rescuers as they continue to fight the raging Cape Town fire.
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AS IT HAPPENED: Rhodes Memorial restaurant explosion [video]
The Rhodes Memorial restaurant explosion was caught on camera. Here’s the footage:
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[UPDATE]: Cape Town fire – These roads are temporarily closed
These road closures have been put in place to divert traffic away from the raging Cape Town fire.
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Watch: Cape Town fire rages – UCT students evacuated [video]
UCT students have been evacuated, as the Cape Town fire threatens to stretch beyond the Rondebosch area. Here are the latest updates:
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Watershed restores hope with ‘Empty Spaces’ [audio]
Watershed find inspiration from the resilience of love in ‘Empty Spaces’.
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Natasha Mazzone father has reportedly passed away
It’s reported that Natasha Mazzone’s father Giovanni has passed away. DA has yet to release a statement.
Health
SA vaccination update: Senior citizens can now register for a jab
Bhekisisa editor-in-chief Mia Malan broke down the process under to register senior SA citizens aged 60+ for vaccination. Here’s the low-down:
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Natasha Mazzone accused of falsely listing ‘Advocate’ on her Wiki page
GOOD Secretary-General Brett Herron has accused the DA of ‘keyboard bashing’ to clean up Natasha Mazzone’s questionable Wiki page.
Crime
Watch: Khayelitsha driver escapes brazen hijacking attempt [video]
Three gun-wielding men from Khayelitsha tried to hijack this driver in broad daylight.
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Watch: Dinwiddle High School brawl caught on camera [video]
Dinwiddle High is the latest school to come under fire after a video showing its pupils in a fisty brawl went viral.
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Death of Nathaniel Mbele exposes homophobia epidemic in SA
Nathaniel Mbele’s death is proof that South Africa is dealing with a deep-rooted homphobia epidemic.
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Dr Sindi van Zyl memorial service details revealed
Dr Sindi van Zyl will be laid to rest in a privately held ceremony, today. The public will get a chance to honour the Duchess of Healing in a virtual memorial service this weekend.
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Lufuno Mavhunga: Limpopo pupil takes own life after humiliating assault [video]
Lufuno Mavhunga took her own life after repeated cases of bullying from her peers. Here’s what we know.
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Watch: Aftermath of Gugulethu cash-in-transit heist [video]
The deceased SBV cash-in-transit heist was disarmed by Gugulethu locals who witnessed a violent heist, on Monday evening.
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‘He’s not a suspect’ – Police speak on Mbuyiseni Ndlozi rape case
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi could be vindicated from a murky rape case after the Gauteng police released this statement.
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Watch: Newlands East road rage fistfight [video]
These Newlands East roadsters do not know how to throw hands.
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Julius Malema says ‘vaccine protest’ is on the cards
EFF leader Julius Malema warns of a nationwide vaccine shutdown if no action is taken on SA’s slow-paced vaccine rollout.
Crime
Watch: RAM courier driver daringly escapes ambush [video]
This RAM courier driver used insane driving skills to escape an ambush in Randburg, Gauteng.
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World University Rankings: UCT tops as best African tertiary in 2021
The University of Cape Town is Africa’s best higher learning institute, according to the Centre for World University Rankings.
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Sneziey shines in uplifting ‘Izulu’ single [video]
Sneziey is a Zulu princess on a quest to stake a claim in South African gospel music.
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Who is Mlindi Nhanha? – DA MP faces attempted murder charges
It’s said Mlindi Nhanha, an NCOP DA member, allegedly assaulted his wife and shot at his brother-in-law.
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The Tony Leon ‘experiment’: DA ignores racially charged outrage
The DA has yet to issue a statement on the racailly triggering comments Tony Leon made about Mmusi Maimane.
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Solomon Mahlangu: SA remembers struggle icon 42 years later
Solomon Mahlangu was executed by the apartheid regime on this day, 42 years ago.
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Kwesta gears up for ‘g.o.d guluva’: ‘It’s an inspiring album’
Kwesta is taking a different approach to his next album. Here’s what he had to say about ‘g.o.d guluva’.
International
Bhad Bhabie made R15m on OnlyFans in six hours
Bhad Bhabie raked in millions in six hours. All she did was set up an OnlyFans profile. Wipe your tears if you’re reading this at work.
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‘Retrench Peter Ndoro’ – SA xenophobes gun after Zim-born anchor
Peter Ndoro has faced slander from ‘Put South Africa First’ xenophobes who want the Zim-born anchor retrenched.
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André de Ruyter: Eskom CEO to be probed for racism
André de Ruyter faces an inquiry into allegations he uses racist tactics in his management at Eskom.