Cape Town

Man Arrested Over Threatening Messages Targeting Western Cape Premier Alan Winde

A 46-year-old suspect has been arrested in Cape Town after allegedly sending intimidating messages threatening Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and another individual.

Three Men Shot Outside Popular Woodstock Barbershop In Suspected Gang Attack

Two gunmen allegedly opened fire on three men standing outside the barbershop on the corner of Argyle and Victoria Road. No arrests have been made.

Brick-Throwing Clash At Cape Town Taxi Rank Prompts Police Deployment

Public Order Police were deployed after rival taxi groups clashed, as the Western Cape government steps up efforts to address deadly taxi-related violence.

Driver Flees Moving Truck As Police Seize R1.5 Million Drug Consignment In Free State

Police discovered 452 bales of dagga and seven packs of mandrax after stopping a truck suspected of transporting drugs from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Fidelity Cash-In-Transit Crewman Arrested In Suspected Inside Job Near Cape Town Airport

The Hawks believe two members of the security crew were involved in the September 2025 robbery, in which an undisclosed amount of money was stolen.

DA Says More Than One Million Black South Africans Voted For The Party

The DA says more than one million black South Africans voted for the party, as Geordin Hill-Lewis celebrates projected gains in the local elections.

DA Declares Early Victory In Cape Town As Geordin Hill-Lewis Predicts 58% Win

The DA has declared an early victory in Cape Town, with Geordin Hill-Lewis predicting 58% support as vote counting continues.

Four Suspects Arrested After Attack On Police Officers Near Hanover Park Voting Station

The suspects, aged between 16 and 20, were arrested following a stone-throwing incident during the 2026 Local Government Elections security operations.

One-Year-Old Boy Dies After Drowning In Open Municipal Drain In Samora Machel

Community activists are demanding accountability from the City of Cape Town after the toddler was found unresponsive in a water-filled trench at a site where sewer repairs were reportedly underway.

Police Van Involved In Baden Powell Drive Crash That Leaves 29 Injured

A bus, a City of Cape Town Law Enforcement bakkie and other vehicles were involved in the morning collision between Strandfontein and Muizenberg.

Home Affairs Withdraws Asylum Directive After Soweto And Durban Unrest

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed the decision, saying it creates an opportunity to address concerns without undermining the Constitutional Court ruling.

Cape Town School Shooting: JFK Gang Member Killed After Dropping Off Child

The 31-year-old was shot multiple times outside Heatherdale Primary School in Belgravia, with police linking the killing to an ongoing gang war.

South African Music Veteran Babsy Mlangeni Dies At 83 After Short Illness

The celebrated singer, guitarist and composer leaves behind a career spanning more than five decades and a lasting contribution to South African music.

Cape Town Shooting Leaves Three Men Dead And Woman Critically Injured

Police are searching for four armed suspects after a late-night shooting in Lentegeur that left three men dead and a woman seriously wounded.

Cape Town Parents Arrested After 11-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Sold For R100

“When this recent, devastating case was brought to my attention, I refused to let go until everyone involved was arrested before the sunset. Justice for our children is non-negotiable, and swift action is the only acceptable standard...” Schuter said.

Maxwell South Africa Concerts Cancelled Days Before Pretoria And Cape Town Shows

Maxwell also shared a message with fans expressing his regret over the decision. He thanked supporters for their patience and said he hopes to return in the future.

Duncan Hoorn Denies Assaulting Wife In Western Cape High Court Murder Trial

The Duncan Hoorn murder trial heard that he saw Chantel leave the guesthouse in tears while another man allegedly ran away from the property.

Cape Town Seeks Greater Metro Police Crime Investigation Powers In Dispute With Acting Police Minister

He said the City remained hopeful after providing additional information requested by Cachalia, but was disappointed when the proposed amendments were not included in the latest SAPS Amendment Bill.

Four Men Killed In Suspected Taxi-Related Mass Shooting In Nyanga, Cape Town

“The motive for the attack is believed to be taxi-related; however, this will form part of the ongoing police investigation,” police said.