Cape Town news and talking points: council decisions, water and traffic, restaurant openings, celebrity sightings and whatever the Mother City is arguing about this week.
Cape Town Carnival 2025 is set to bring an eccentric atmosphere to the Green Point Fan Walk—here’s what to expect, who will be there, and how to navigate road closures.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 69.3% on 10 March 2025, marking a 1.6% decline from the previous week. Low rainfall and high water usage contributed to the decrease.
Jurgen Klopp made a lively appearance in Hout Bay for a football fundraiser, enjoying beers, banter, and helping raise funds for local youth development.
SANParks confirms that access to Table Mountain National Park will be limited on Sunday, 9 March 2025, due to the Cape Town Cycle Tour.
SANTACO Western Cape calls for calm after two violent clashes between taxi drivers and traffic officers led to protests and a tense standoff in Cape Town.
Two Cape Town traffic officials were briefly taken hostage by taxi operators following the viral arrest of a taxi driver, escalating tensions in the city.
A Cape Town taxi driver has denied rumours of his death after a violent police confrontation. Reports suggest taxi officials may retaliate.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 70.9% on Monday, 3 March 2025, reflecting a 2.9% decline from the previous week.
A high-speed crash in Sea Point involving a McLaren 570S leaves two injured as police investigate reckless driving.
The Table Mountain fire has been contained, with some hiking trails reopened. Authorities are investigating possible arson as firefighters continue monitoring the area.
A fierce wildfire on Table Mountain has prompted road closures and firefighting efforts, with strong winds threatening to spread the blaze further.
Eskom has confirmed the return of Stage 3 loadshedding this weekend after 10 months of uninterrupted power supply. Find out what this means for Cape Town residents, the latest loadshedding schedule, and how the City plans to mitigate power cuts.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 73.8% this week, reflecting a 1.9% decline from the previous week.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 75.7% on 17 February 2025, reflecting a 2.4% decline from the previous week. High water consumption and a lack of rainfall contributed to the steady decrease.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 78.1% on Monday, 10 February 2025, reflecting a 1.9% decline from the previous week.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 80.0% as of 3 February 2025, reflecting a 1.9% decrease over the past week. Minimal rainfall and high water consumption continue to impact storage levels.
Cissie Gool House residents protested outside the Cape Town Civic Centre, fearing mass evictions as the City moves forward with its social housing plans.
Louis Cason, who was taken into custody for allegedly refusing to hand over electronic devices during the raid, was set to appear in court on Monday.
A sudden power outage at Cape Town International Airport disrupts flights. Here's what we know.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 83.8% on Monday, showing a decline of 2.5% over the past week.
Ross touched down in Cape Town on Monday and his escapades in the Mother City began immediately.
The electricity supply will be disrupted in these parts of Cape Town.
Cape Town’s innovative energy strategies and ongoing challenges with loadshedding reveal a complex battle for stable and sustainable power in 2025.
Today’s weather conditions remain unfavourable, with strong southeasterly winds forecast to complicate efforts to contain the Jongensfontein wildfires.
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Monday.
The quake’s magnitude of 5.3 places it in the moderate category, meaning it could potentially cause minor damage to buildings, particularly in vulnerable areas, and may be widely felt in surrounding regions.
Stay informed with the latest City of Cape Town power update right here.
Stay informed with the latest City of Cape Town power update right here.
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Wednesday.
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 93.2% for the week ending 16 December 2024, reflecting a 1.2% decline.
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