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Mitchell’s Plain entrepreneur hopes her journey inspires young people to overcome adversity

Oyisa George 20 July 2026

For many young people, the communities they grow up in are often defined by negative headlines. But Mitchell’s Plain entrepreneur Eubranesia Santi is determined to challenge those perceptions, saying her journey proves that resilience, faith and determination can create opportunities despite difficult circumstances. After starting out by developing natural hair

City records high compliance after introducing new Kloof Nek truck safety measures

Oyisa George 20 July 2026

The City of Cape Town says most heavy vehicle drivers are complying with newly introduced safety measures on Kloof Nek Road, following a series of runaway truck crashes that raised concerns about road safety on the steep descent. The intervention requires vehicles weighing more than 3.5 tonnes to stop near

Toxicologist Warns of Surge in Illegal Hazardous Pesticides in South Africa

Aneeqa Du Plessis 20 July 2026

By Odwa Mkentane Toxicologist Dr Gerhard Verdoorn has warned that the country is facing a serious problem with the illegal importation and distribution of highly hazardous pesticides. Verdoorn says some undocumented migrants bring banned pesticides across the northern and eastern borders to trade for local currency. He also notes that

Western Cape Offers Free Vehicle Safety Checks for Scholar and Public Transport

Aneeqa Du Plessis 20 July 2026

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Government is offering free vehicle safety checks for scholar transport and public transport vehicles from Tuesday to Thursday this week as part of efforts to improve road safety for learners and commuters. The Provincial Mobility Department says the initiative aims to encourage drivers and

Anti-xenophobia rally to strengthen solidarity ahead of planned march to Parliament

Oyisa George 17 July 2026

Civil society organisations, migrant groups and human rights activists will gather in Observatory on Saturday for an anti-xenophobia rally aimed at promoting solidarity and addressing growing concerns over violence and hostility directed at foreign nationals in South Africa. The rally follows a meeting held on 11 July where more than

Africa4Palestine hails withdrawal of Loftus Five charges as victory for constitutional rights

Oyisa George 17 July 2026

The Palestine solidarity organisation #Africa4Palestine has welcomed the withdrawal of all charges against the Loftus Five, describing the decision as a significant victory for constitutional rights and freedom of expression in South Africa. The five activists were arrested in May 2025 after participating in the Red Card Israel campaign at

New Computerised Learner’s Licence Test Sparks Debate as Pass Rate Drops to 17%

Ragheema Mclean 17 July 2026

South Africa’s new computerised learner’s licence test has sparked widespread debate after reports revealed that the national pass rate has dropped to just 17%, with more than 80% of applicants failing the exam. The new testing system was introduced to combat fraud by replacing the paper-based process with a computerised

Golden Arrow Driver Suspended After Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Cape Town

Aneeqa Du Plessis 17 July 2026

By Odwa Mkentane Golden Arrow Bus Service (GABS) has confirmed that one of its bus drivers has been suspended following a fatal accident at the corner of Plein and Strand streets on Thursday morning. A woman, who has not yet been identified, was knocked down by a bus while crossing

Survivors and Experts Speak Out: Is South Africa’s Sex Offenders Register Protecting the Vulnerable?

Kouthar Sambo 16 July 2026

The publication of South Africa’s National Register for Sex Offenders has reignited debate over how best to protect children and vulnerable people while safeguarding the constitutional rights of offenders who have served their sentences. Supporters argue that greater public access to the register promotes transparency, helps employers and families make

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