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A life-sized bronze statue of the late Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu was unveiled in Cape Town on Thursday. The figure is part of the Long March to Freedom exhibit, which showcases 100 local and international activist icons. The presentation is sponsored by Woolworths and is owned by the National Heritage Project under the leadership of Dali Tambo.
The State Visit will help grow and enhance the relationship between the two nations, focusing on commerce, foreign direct investment, and tourism. Their Majesties will be in the country until March 27, engaging with various stakeholders and visiting historical and cultural sites in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
World Athletics has published a new set of rules for athletes with differences in sex development (DSD) and transgender women that will come into effect from March 31, 2023. These rules will significantly affect South African athlete Caster Semenya, who has been fighting for the right to compete in women’s events without lowering her natural testosterone levels.
A failed heist in the Canal Walk retail center in Cape Town, South Africa, caught a thief in the act. This made the news. The incident happened on Tuesday, and a TikTok user named Faamz shared a video showing the escape attempt and the Canal Walk security officers taking the man down with the description “When the Great Escape didn’t go as planned.”
It’s that time of year again when Mother City comes alive with the vibrant spirit of Ramadan. Cape Town is known for its diverse community, and the essence of the holy month is something that every Capetonian should experience. So, whether you’re a Muslim or non-Muslim, here’s a beginner’s guide to understanding the basics of Ramadan.
A pod of 14 killer whales has been recently spotted in Plettenberg Bay, a popular seaside resort on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape province. The sighting has surprised and thrilled both locals and tourists who were lucky to witness it.
If you thought capturing four black mambas in a day was impressive, wait until you hear about Nick Evans’ latest rescue. The KwaZulu-Natal snake rescuer found himself called out to a suburban garden in Pinetown where a giant Nile monitor lizard had made its home in a swimming pool filled with garden refuse.
It has been over a month since the untimely death of South African rapper AKA, and the question on everyone’s mind is who killed him? A Durban bodyguard, a personal and professional confidant of the rapper, has shared his views on AKA’s tragic death and who he believes was behind it.
In a dramatic shootout, members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) arrested hijackers in Zandvlei, Cape Town this morning. The hijackers were chased by three K9 unit vehicles after they stole a navy blue Mercedes Benz C200 in Muizenberg. The chase ended with a gunfight, resulting in the arrest of the hijackers.
African Grassroot Hoops (AGH) is not just any basketball program. Since 2014, the non-profit organization has been using basketball as a tool to empower young individuals and develop their leadership skills. With a focus on underdeveloped areas in Cape Town and surrounding areas, AGH aims to create a safe, fun, and positive environment for young boys and girls to grow and become the best versions of themselves.
Lady Amelia Spencer, Princess Diana’s niece, has married Greg Mallett, the nephew of former South African rugby star Nick Mallett. The wedding took place in South Africa in secret. The couple, who first met at the University of Cape Town 14 years ago, flew to South Africa earlier this month to get married.
Cape Town residents can now sigh relief as Metrorail’s Central Line, which operates between Cape Town and Nyanga, has resumed full service after three years of disruptions. The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) said that from today, March 22, 2023, the train line would be open from 5 am to 7 pm.
A woman is recovering after a shark attack in the shallow waters of Kabeljauws Beach in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape. Jeffreys Bay Online reports that the attack occurred in the shallow water. Though there is no expert confirmation, the doctor who treated the patient believes it was possibly a Raggie shark.
Nick Evans is a well-known snake rescuer in South Africa. His Human Rights Day public holiday, we got off to a “nice start” when he was asked to catch a boomslang. The boomslang is a highly poisonous but calm species of snake. It can be hard to tell it apart from harmless snakes like Spotted Bush Snakes and Natal Greens since it looks like them.
A recent incident in the Kruger National Park gave a couple the shock of their lives. While relaxing in their room at Satara camp, they suddenly noticed water falling from the ceiling. Upon inspection, they discovered a python resting on the beam of their bedroom roof. Amazingly, they realized they had slept with the python the previous night!
Are you looking for an unforgettable drive along the picturesque coastline of Cape Town? Look no further than Chapman’s Peak, a winding road that offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the mountains along the southwestern tip of South Africa.
