Comic-Con Cape Town 2025: Here’s everything that went down on Day 4
Comic-Con Cape Town 2025 ended on 4 May with Star Wars Day highlights, cosplay finals, and gaming competitions, ahead of the Johannesburg event in August.
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Comic-Con Cape Town 2025: Here’s everything that went down on Day 3
The third day of Comic-Con Cape Town 2025 brought star meet-and-greets, epic cosplay, comic art workshops, and K-Pop performances that kept fans entertained all day long.
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Comic-Con Cape Town 2025: Here’s everything that went down on Day 2
Comic-Con Cape Town entered Day 2 with cosplay, anime stars, and interactive panels – here’s what happened and what’s still to come.
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Comic-Con Cape Town 2025: Here’s everything that went down on Day 1
Comic Con Cape Town 2025 kicked off on 1 May with celebrity panels, cosplay competitions, and gaming tournaments, offering a diverse range of activities for pop culture enthusiasts.
News
Western Cape court suspends VAT hike: Here’s what it means
The Western Cape High Court has suspended the VAT hike until Parliament formally reverses it, giving the DA a major legal victory over Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s original plan.
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Tokai fire news: Road closures and latest updates on Monday, 28 April 2025
Firefighters remain on duty tackling the Tokai fire on Table Mountain, with road closures in place and donation drop-offs available for public support.
Crime
Police make breakthrough in Wynberg court murder
Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder at Wynberg Magistrate’s Court, bringing the total number of arrests to four.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Western Cape dam levels fell to 61.8% on 22 April 2025. Water storage in both major and minor dams dropped again, with little rainfall recorded.
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Court halts further work on luxury Stellenbosch mountain estate
Botsmaskop development stopped, pending a full court review
Crime
Prominent CATA boss killed in Nyanga taxi rank
A well-known CATA taxi boss, Mongi Titi, was gunned down at Nyanga taxi rank, prompting a police manhunt and renewed fears of taxi-related violence.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 14 April 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped slightly to 62.8% on 14 April 2025. Major and minor dams continued to decline, while light rainfall offered limited relief.
Crime
Man killed outside Wynberg court: Here are the latest updates
A man was fatally shot outside the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town; the motive is suspected to be gang-related.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 7 April 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 63.6% on 7 April 2025, with a decline of 1.5% over the week. No rainfall was recorded in any of the province’s key catchment areas.
Crime
Police turn to public for help in Gugulethu mass murder
Four men were gunned down in Gugulethu on Friday night, prompting a murder investigation and a public call for help from police.
Viral
Gerda Steyn wins sixth Two Oceans Ultra Marathon in a row
Gerda Steyn has won her sixth consecutive Two Oceans Ultra Marathon, finishing with the third-fastest time in the race’s history.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 31 March 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 65.1% on 31 March 2025, a decrease of 1.2% from the previous week. The continued lack of rainfall and steady water usage are driving down storage levels.
Events
Comic Con Cape Town 2025: Guests, what to expect, daily schedule
Comic Con Cape Town 2025 is bringing international stars, artists, and creators to the CTICC for a four-day celebration of pop culture.
News
ANC Cape Town leader Banele Majingo resigns and joins the DA
ANC caucus leader in Cape Town, Banele Majingo, has resigned from the party in a dramatic twist, joining the DA during a council sitting on Thursday.
Events
Rocking the Daisies 2025: Headliners, festival dates, how to buy tickets
Rocking the Daisies has announced Summer Walker as a headliner for 2025. Here’s what we know about the festival dates and ticket details.
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Loadshedding in Cape Town: Live schedule updates for March 2025
The City of Cape Town has not yet announced any planned outages for March 2025, with updates expected in the coming weeks.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 17 March 2025
Western Cape dam levels declined to 67.6% on 17 March 2025, reflecting a 1.7% drop from the previous week. Low rainfall and steady water usage contributed to the decrease.
Crime
Cape Town police launch manhunt for suspects linked to V&A Waterfront jewellery heist
Cape Town police are searching for four suspects linked to a R1.35 million jewellery heist at the V&A Waterfront and have released CCTV images.
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Cape Town Carnival 2025: Who will be there, what to expect, traffic and parking info
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.
Crime
Imaan Syms murder: Killer walked up to her door asking for her – Source
New details have emerged in the murder of Imaan Syms, a pregnant woman executed in a targeted hit outside her Woodstock home.
Crime
Imaan Syms: Woodstock shaken by brutal pregnant woman’s murder
Woodstock police are investigating the targeted murder of 30-year-old Imaan Syms, who was gunned down on Sussex Street on Monday night.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 10 March 2025
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.
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SEE: Jurgen Klopp having a blast in Hout Bay
Jurgen Klopp made a lively appearance in Hout Bay for a football fundraiser, enjoying beers, banter, and helping raise funds for local youth development.
Crime
Woman’s body dumped in Manenberg rubbish bin sparks murder investigation
A woman’s body was found inside a wheelie bin dumped in a canal along Duinefontein Road in Manenberg, prompting a murder investigation.
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No access to Oudekraal and Newlands picnic sites this weekend, SANParks confirms
SANParks confirms that access to Table Mountain National Park will be limited on Sunday, 9 March 2025, due to the Cape Town Cycle Tour.
Crime
Mitchells Plain gang war rages after death of alleged Hard Livings leader
Gang violence in Mitchells Plain has escalated following the murder of an alleged Hard Livings leader, leaving residents in fear as fresh shootings claim more lives.