Cape Town International Airport forced to cut power tonight – Here’s why
Cape Town International Airport will undergo a scheduled power outage tonight, relying on emergency power as Eskom technicians conduct crucial maintenance.
Travel
Cape Town Buzz
SANTACO calls for calm amid rising tensions between taxis and police in Cape Town
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.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi operators take traffic officials hostage after viral arrest video
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.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi reportedly set to retaliate after driver filmed getting choked by traffic officer
A Cape Town taxi driver has denied rumours of his death after a violent police confrontation. Reports suggest taxi officials may retaliate.
Travel
Cape Town airport still without power, ACSA confirms
Cape Town International Airport remains without power as ACSA confirms ongoing outages. Here are the latest updates.
Crime
Alleged Hard Livings gang leader executed outside Mitchells Plain police station
A suspected Hard Livings gang leader was shot and killed outside Mitchells Plain police station while waiting for a fellow gang member.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 3 March 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 70.9% on Monday, 3 March 2025, reflecting a 2.9% decline from the previous week.
Travel
Cape Town international Airport hit by power outage
Cape Town International Airport is experiencing intermittent power outages, with technicians working to restore services.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town man totals McLaren 570S on High Level Road [video]
A high-speed crash in Sea Point involving a McLaren 570S leaves two injured as police investigate reckless driving.
Viral
HeartFM said this about the LuWayne Wonder viral video
HeartFM cleared the air on the viral video showing one of its hosts, LuWayne Wonder, in a nosey predicament.
Crime
Man killed in brazen shooting near Gugulethu Mall
A man was shot and killed near Gugulethu Mall in a broad daylight attack as Cape Town reels from a series of deadly shootings.
Cape Town Buzz
These hiking trails have been reopened after Table Mountain fire
The Table Mountain fire has been contained, with some hiking trails reopened. Authorities are investigating possible arson as firefighters continue monitoring the area.
Cape Town Buzz
Table Mountain fire forces key road closures
A fierce wildfire on Table Mountain has prompted road closures and firefighting efforts, with strong winds threatening to spread the blaze further.
Cape Town Buzz
Loadshedding in Cape Town: Live schedule updates for February 2025
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.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 24 February 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 73.8% this week, reflecting a 1.9% decline from the previous week.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 17 February 2025
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.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 10 February 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped to 78.1% on Monday, 10 February 2025, reflecting a 1.9% decline from the previous week.
Crime
Ravensmead on the brink of a gang war after father killed at son’s funeral
A Cape Town father was shot dead at his son’s funeral in Ravensmead, sparking fears of further gang violence.
News
Public Works resurrects ‘The Dome’ for R13 million ahead of SONA events
The Department of Public Works has completed the R13 million Dome for temporary Parliamentary sittings, but questions arise over whether it truly saves costs.
Crime
Tensions are palpable at Nyanga taxi rank after alleged petrol bomb attack
Three taxis were set alight at Nyanga taxi rank in a suspected petrol bomb attack. Police presence has increased, but is the rank safe for commuters?
Crime
Cape Town detective lauded for nailing 53 years to Tafelsig cold-blooded killer
Kirk Daniels has been sentenced to 53 years for two murders in Tafelsig, thanks to the tireless work of Detective Sergeant Bradley Schuurman.
Crime
Cape Town police launch manhunt for suspects in Phillippi East mass shooting
Five men were shot and set alight inside a vehicle in Phillippi East, Cape Town. Police have launched a manhunt for four suspects.
Crime
Man accused in Dr Ncumisa Mdlokolo death unmasked in court
The NPA confirmed that 36-year-old David Polet was formally charged with culpable homicide and driving under the influence of alcohol, during his first court appearance on Thursday.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 3 February 2025
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.
Cape Town Buzz
Old Woodstock Hospital occupiers fear eviction is imminent
Cissie Gool House residents protested outside the Cape Town Civic Centre, fearing mass evictions as the City moves forward with its social housing plans.
News
Watch: Opposition parties react to Geordin Hill-Lewis moving council meeting online
Opposition parties staged a protest outside the Cape Town Civic Centre after Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis moved the council meeting online.
News
Cape Town mayor rules out suspending officials linked to alleged tender fraud probe
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis refuses to suspend JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg over an ongoing tender fraud investigation.
Cape Town Buzz
Case against JP Smith colleague arrested during raid dropped
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.
News
JP Smith and other Cape Town top officials offices raided
Police raided the offices of Cape Town MMCs JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg on Friday, linked to an investigation into tender fraud. Here’s what we know so far.
Crime
Llandudno jewellery heist bail hearing: Defence pokes serious holes in the State’s case
Four SAPS officers accused of stealing R20 million in jewellery from a Llandudno home face a critical bail hearing as the defence questions the complainant’s identity and the State’s evidence.