SANParks lauded for rescuing hikers stranded on Signal Hill and Lions Head
SANParks rescued hikers stranded on Signal Hill and Lions Head.
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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.
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Claremont man found dead in Newlands Forest
Dhananjanya Naidoo left his home to go on a walk in Newlands Forest on Saturday, 16 November 2024. His dead body was discovered four days later.
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US hiker rescued from horror ordeal at Lion’s Head
The hiker, who had been descending from the summit with friends, lost her footing near the ladders section of the trail, suffering injuries that made it impossible to continue.
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Hiker survives horror fall off Llandudno Ravine
A female hiker survived a fall while descending Llandudno Ravine above Hout Bay on Saturday.
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Cheruiyot Kirui: Kenyan hiker dies on his 10th Mount Everest summit
Kenyan hiker Cheruiyot Kirui tragically passed away while attempting his tenth Mount Everest summit.
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Table Mountain fire latest updates: These hiking trails are closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
Due to ongoing flare-ups on Table Mountain, several key hiking trails will remain closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
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Table Mountain fire: These hiking trails are closed off on Sunday, 28 April 2024
Recent fires on Table Mountain, sparked by lightning, have led to the closure of multiple hiking trails.
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Cape Storm: Woman killed clearing vegetation on Wemmershoek mountain
A 22-year-old woman working on alien vegetation clearing near Wemmershoek mountain tragically lost her life during the Cape Storm.
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Tweede Waterval trek ends in death for 41-year-old hiker
A 41-year-old hiker fell to his death while descending the Tweede Waterval trail in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. Here’s what we know.
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Platteklip Gorge summit ends in horror for two hikers
Two hikers survived a harrowing ordeal at Platteklip Gorge, thanks to a daring 24-hour rescue mission by WSAR and community volunteers.
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Cape Town authorities lauded for arresting Table Mountain robbers
Cape Town’s law enforcement successfully arrested two Table Mountain robbers in a sting operation to keep the popular hiking spot safe.
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Woman survives horror fall from Table Mountain ‘Africa Crag’ route
A Capetonian rock-climber’s fall from the ‘Africa Crag’ route on Table Mountain was mitigated by her safety rope, leading to a successful rescue missin.
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Platteklip Gorge trail reopens after German hiker survives horror injury
More than 20 rescuers embarked on a marathon night rescue to save a 64-year-old German hiker injured on the Platteklip Gorge trail of Table Mountain.
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SANParks rolls out safety plan to secure Table Mountain trails
SANParks has enhanced safety at Table Mountain National Park with these new measures to secure trails during the festive season.
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RMB trail runners fall victim to Table Mountain hiking trail mugging syndicate
During the RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town, three trail runners were mugged near Ocean View, underscoring the growing safety concerns on Table Mountain hiking trails.
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Hikers warned to avoid Lion’s Head trails amid spike in robberies
The serene trails of Lion’s Head, a popular hiking destination in Cape Town, have recently been marred by criminal activity, prompting an urgent advisory from local rangers.
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German hiker survives horror fall on Lion’s Head trail [photo]
The 35-year-old hiker was part of a group ascending Lion’s Head when he lost his footing above the last pine tree on the trail.