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Shadows of the Past: Addressing Racism in South African Schools

In April 2024, a white student at Knysna High School in South Africa used a deeply hurtful racial slur against…

3 months ago

The Art of Urban Resilience: Cape Town’s Water Maintenance in Perspective

Cape Town is carrying out planned water maintenance to keep its water system strong and reliable. This means some neighborhoods…

3 months ago

Groot Phesantekraal View: Durbanville’s Modern Renaissance

Groot Phesantekraal View is a bright new heart in Durbanville, mixing shopping, eating, and even a cool 200meter shooting range.…

3 months ago

The Dawn of Change: Cape Town’s Housing Challenge

Cape Town is working hard to solve its big affordable housing problem by opening up more land, speeding up approvals,…

3 months ago

South Africa’s Coal Exports to Israel: Protest, Ethics, and a Call for Change

In South Africa, people are protesting the shipment of coal to Israel because they believe it helps fund harmful military…

4 months ago

Reinventing Urban Dining in Cape Town: City Bowls and Kristen’s Kick Ass Ice Cream Lead the Way

City Bowls and Kristen’s Kick Ass Ice Cream are teaming up to bring a fresh and exciting way to enjoy…

4 months ago

Law Reform in South Africa: Strengthening Democracy Through the South African Law Reform Commission

The South African Law Reform Commission (SALRC) plays a key role in making sure the country’s laws match the values…

4 months ago

Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa and the Urban Century: South Africa’s Bold Pursuit of Inclusive City Futures

Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa is leading South Africa’s bold plan to build cities that include everyone and stand strong against future…

4 months ago

Cape Town’s New Fixed Charges: A Civic Reckoning at the Edge of Law and Governance

Cape Town has introduced new fixed charges for cleaning, water, and sanitation based on property values instead of actual usage.…

4 months ago