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Gerda Steyn leads runners on Cape Town's coastal marathon route as organizers shake hands, symbolizing trust restored for Two Oceans Marathon 2026.

Two Oceans Marathon rebuilds trust ahead of 2026 edition

9 апреля 2026 Сообщено ИИ Изображение, созданное ИИ

Organizers of South Africa's Two Oceans Marathon have restored trust with the City of Cape Town and stakeholders after the 2025 event's permit breaches and organizational issues. The race is set for April 11-12, with Gerda Steyn aiming for a seventh consecutive ultramarathon victory. New leadership partnered with Stillwater Sports to ensure smooth execution.

Cape Town proposes by-law to enforce rates on short-term rentals

The City of Cape Town is advancing a proposed by-law to enforce existing rates policy on properties used primarily for short-term letting, such as Airbnb listings. Officials describe these as commercial operations requiring higher rates. The move could increase long-term rental supply amid housing affordability pressures.

New data centres to consume 34% of Cape Town's electricity supply

28 апреля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Four new major data centres in Cape Town are set to consume the equivalent of 34% of the city's current maximum electricity demand, raising sustainability concerns. Civil society groups have objected to Equinix's proposals over lacks in information on water, emissions and diesel generators. The city and Equinix responded that impacts are manageable.

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Orange Art Project inspires creativity among Cape Town foster children

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Bafana Bafana gear up for second Panama friendly after 1-1 draw

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Firefighting helicopter crashes above Hout Bay but pilot escapes unharmed

Fire-fighting helicopter crashes in Hout Bay, pilot survives

A helicopter operated by Working on Fire crashed in Table Mountain Park in Hout Bay while battling a blaze, but the pilot survived with minor injuries.

Hill-Lewis faces surprise contender for DA top job

24 марта 2026 Сообщено ИИ

The Democratic Alliance announced candidates for its top leadership positions on Tuesday, with Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis facing an unexpected challenger in Sibusiso Dyonase for the federal leader role. The announcement follows a forced withdrawal and a leak of party finances ahead of the elective congress on 11-12 April. Nominations closed on 23 March.

Investec Cape Town Art Fair opens with Listen theme

The 13th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair opens on 20 February at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, featuring 126 exhibitors from 23 cities. Amid recent debates on art and censorship, the fair's theme 'Listen' emphasizes reflection and dialogue. Director Laura Vincenti highlights the event as a space for cultural exchange.

Кейптаун примет крупный международный шахматный турнир в апреле

10 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Кейптаун примет Moja Chess Extravaganza 2026, одно из крупнейших международных шахматных событий Африки, с 25 по 30 апреля на велодроме в Беллвилле. Этот шестидневный турнир ожидает около 1000 участников из Южной Африки и зарубежья, включая гроссмейстеров и международных мастеров. Организаторы стремятся обеспечить доступную элитную конкуренцию, продвигая при этом инклюзивность и развитие шахмат в Африке.

25 апреля 2026, 23:43