Macassar taxi rank shooting kills two, bystanders injured
Two taxi drivers were killed and two bystanders wounded when gunmen opened fire at the Macassar taxi rank on Tuesday morning.
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Man linked to Baby Moegsien Isaacs murder has a history of gun violence, authorities confirm
A suspect wanted in connection with the killing of two-month-old Moegsien Isaacs was twice arrested for illegal firearm possession, but both cases were withdrawn, according to City official JP Smith.
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Suspects in deadly daylight Mitchell’s Plain shooting still at large
One man was killed and another wounded in a Mitchell’s Plain police station shooting on Monday, carried out in broad daylight by suspects who are still at large.
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Philippi East rank shooting linked to Khayelitsha taxi murder
Two people were killed and several others injured when gunmen opened fire at a Philippi East taxi rank, in an incident police say is linked to another shooting in Khayelitsha.
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Western Cape detectives probe triple murder in Kleinvlei
Three men were shot dead in Kleinvlei, Cape Town, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Events
Springboks vs Australia: Teams, how to watch live, predictions
The Springboks face Australia in Cape Town on Saturday with fans eager to see if South Africa can bounce back after last weekend’s defeat. Here’s how to watch Springboks vs Australia and our match predictions.
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Western Cape SAPS under scrutiny as gang-related murders surge
A rise in gang violence in Cape Town, including the shooting of a four-month-old baby and multiple mass shootings, has raised questions about SAPS’ ability to control crime.
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R500k cash reward on offer for information on Bellville double murder, police say
Western Cape police have offered a R500 000 cash reward for information that could lead to arrests in the Bellville double murder, where a Chinese national and a bystander were shot dead.
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Cape Town police arrest second suspect for attacks on DA MPs in Philippi
Cape Town police have arrested a second teenager linked to the violent attack on three DA MPs in Philippi, where suspects smashed their car windows and threw bricks at them.
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Ayanda Yisaka successor expected to take the helm as Boko Haram leader in Cape Town
Slain gang leader Ayanda Yisaka was buried in the Eastern Cape this past weekend, with young mourners celebrating his life, even as police warn of possible gang retaliation and growing extortion linked to the Boko Haram network.
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Cape Town investigators baffled as more bodies pile up in Muizenberg
Cape Town police were called to a harrowing crime scene in Xakabantu, Muizenberg, where three victims were targeted in a well-orchestrated shooting.
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Gang-related mass shooting kills five in Lotus River
Five people were killed in a Lotus River mass shooting this morning, as Cape Town police investigate a wave of suspected gang-related attacks.
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Joshlin Smith case: Lourentia Lombaard gets immunity, court throws out defence’s leave to appeal conviction
Section 204 witness Lourentia Lombaard has been granted immunity in the Joshlin Smith case, while a Western Cape High Court judge refused the defence’s bid to appeal the convictions of three accused.
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Muizenberg mass shooting claims four lives, police probing gang violence
Four men were shot dead in Overcome Heights, Muizenberg, in what police are probing as a possible gang-related mass shooting.
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Watch live: Joshlin Smith leave for appeal case continues on Day 2
The second day of arguments in the Joshlin Smith case leave to appeal is underway, with the defence set to finish submissions before the State responds and the court rules on both the appeal and a key witness’s immunity.
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Joshlin Smith leave for appeal: We broke down what went down on Day 1
Day 1 of the appeal confirmed that while convictions may stand on paper, the battle over this case is far from over. Inside the court, legal teams are fighting for the future of three convicted individuals. Outside, the search for a little girl — and the truth — continues.
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Joshlin Smith appeal hangs in the balance as defence attacks court’s application of the law
Day one of the leave to appeal in the Joshlin Smith case saw defence lawyers accuse the court of procedural errors and coercion, while arguments for a key witness’s immunity were also heard.
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Watch live: Joshlin Smith case returns to court as mom and co-accused launch appeal
The Joshlin Smith case is back in the Western Cape High Court today as Kelly Smith, her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis, and friend Steveno van Rhyn try to overturn their convictions and life sentences for child trafficking and kidnapping.
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Cape Town SAPS officials arrested for selling blank affidavit forms for R100
Two SAPS members from Table View police station have been arrested for allegedly selling signed blank affidavit forms to the public for R100 each.
News
More details surface about tragic Brackenfell accident
Four young adults were killed and two others seriously injured after a car crashed into a tree and caught fire in Brackenfell on Saturday evening.
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WATCH: Court hears seven-year-old Lolitha Kowa fought for her life before brutal murder
DNA under her fingernails linked a taxi driver with a violent history to the crime.
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Lolitha Kowa murder suspects back in court as community demands justice
Two people accused of killing seven-year-old Lolitha Kowa return to court today, while the community urges the magistrate to deny them bail.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town mom wins lottery jackpot worth over R30 million
A Cape Town mom has won more than R30 million in the Lotto Plus 1 draw, describing the jackpot as a “retirement blessing”.
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Police investigate Philippi triple murder and attempted murder after early morning shooting
Police have launched a murder investigation after three people were shot dead and one injured in a Philippi East home during an early morning attack.
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MyCiTi bus crash M5: Passengers escape safely after highway fire incident
A MyCiTi bus caught fire on the M5 highway near Berkley Road, but no injuries were reported as passengers had already disembarked.
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Western Cape dam levels climb to 83.5% as July rainfall boosts recovery
Western Cape dam levels rose to 83.5% on 21 July 2025, supported by strong rainfall in key catchment areas. Voëlvlei, Theewaterskloof, and Steenbras dams recorded steady gains.
Travel
Cape Town voted ‘Best City on Earth’ at 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards
Cape Town has once again been voted the best city in the world by readers of Telegraph in the 2025 edition of its Travel Awards, maintaining its reign for the seventh time in 11 years. Cape Town beats the world’s meccas to top ‘Best City’ at 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards Each year, readers of the UK-based publication are asked to rate their favourite cities across the globe. In 2025, more than 20,000 readers cast their votes across 20 travel-related categories. Cape Town, known for its scenic blend of ocean, mountains, and cosmopolitan flair, retained its top position as the most loved city worldwide. The accolade is based on the city’s appeal as a travel destination. Voters
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Watch: Dramatic Muizenberg car chase caught on camera [video]
A Muizenberg car chase involving a VW Polo ended in a dramatic arrest after a high-speed pursuit and gunfire from law enforcement.
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Cape Town water shutdown: Planned maintenance to affect these suburbs
The City of Cape Town has announced a four-day water supply disruption due to planned maintenance, affecting multiple suburbs across the metro.
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Woman accused of kidnapping newborn in Bellville shopping mall bids for bail
A 37-year-old woman accused of kidnapping a newborn from a Bellville mall has launched a bail bid after the baby was found during a police raid in Tafelsig.