New Rugby Rules for South African Kids Aim to Keep Them Safe: What Does the Research Say?
Tackling and contact in rugby should be slowly introduced to children to teach them how to do it safely.
Cape Town
No Metro has delivered more homes than this one
Statement by Karabo Khakhau MP – DA National Spokesperson: The Democratic Alliance governed City of Cape Town has delivered more government funded homes than any other ANC governed Metro in South Africa. The Minister of Human Settlements has confirmed that the City is the nation’s leading provider of government funded homes across all metros, having …
Cape Town Leads Metro Housing Race
Here’s how the major cities are doing on housing delivery
Two-Year Delay on Cape Town’s Affordable and Inclusionary Housing Policy Deepens Crisis
There is no denying that Cape Town faces a deepening housing and affordability crisis. Despite this, we see no sense of urgency from those in power; instead, we are met with denialism and deflection.
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Gangsters Shut down Khayelitsha Clinic
Security guards were held at ransom. The clinic has been closed all week.
Girls in Blue Set to Restart Hollywoodbets Pro Series Campaign With Confidence This Weekend
World Sports Betting Western Province Women head coach Claire Terblanche says there is a real sense of excitement within the camp as the team prepares to return to action against Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers Women in round six of the Hollywoodbets Pro Series.
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Bold National Transport Reforms
The Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, welcomes the bold and forward‑looking reforms announced by National Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, during last week’s sector‑wide strategic planning session. Minister Creecy’s commitment to transforming South Africa’s transport landscape is refreshing, and her focus on building an efficient, inclusive and sustainable system strongly aligns with our provincial …
2nd African Markets Conference
Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking, will host the second edition of its seminal African Markets Conference (AMC 2026). The flagship event will take place on 22-24 February 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together global institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, and African policymakers to catalyse the flow of capital into the continent’s most …
Intensified Efforts to Manage Outbreak of Foot-And-Mouth Disease
On Wednesday, 4 February 2026, the Western Cape Government Cabinet received an update on measures the province and agricultural stakeholders are taking to manage Foot-and-Mouth disease (FMD). Thus far, FMD has been contained in the province. We are determined to ensure that the livestock industry is protected, safeguarding livelihoods and jobs, and ensuring that our …
WC Mayoral Candidates Offer Hope and Delivery
Statement by Tertuis Simmers – DA Western Cape Leader: Today, the Democratic Alliance announced the first tranche of Western Cape mayoral candidates, who will take our offer of hope to the residents of their municipalities. This marks the DA’s readiness to get to work, delivering reliable basic services, safeguarding communities, rooting out corruption and providing …
Allegations of Maladministration and Abuse of Power at Parliament
Statement by Rikus Badenhorst MP – DA Whip in the NCOP and member of the Joint Standing Committee on the Financial Management of Parliament: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has lodged an official complaint with the office of the Public Protector against the Secretary to Parliament, Xolile George, former speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, …
Ready to Govern, Ready to Extend Our Record
The following speech was Delivered in Cape Town today by the Leader of the Democratic Alliance, John Steenhuisen, at the announcement of DA Mayoral Candidates in the Western Cape: Fellow South Africans, Members of the media, Friends of the Democratic Alliance, and all gathered here today, Many would be aware of my announcement in Durban, …
Fare Increases Punish the Poor
We strongly oppose the City’s proposed public transport fare increases, particularly at a time when fuel prices in South Africa are declining, and cost pressures on operators are easing.
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Lights. Camera. But Very Little Action. Why?
Film sector in free fall as government scores own goal
Cape Town Project Tests What Hydroponic Farming Can Do in Urban Spaces
Hydroponic farming is a good way to grow fresh fruit and vegetables in South African cities where high levels of unemployment and poverty make these unaffordable.
ANC Loses Two Western Cape Wards
Statement by Tertuis Simmers – DA Western Cape Leader: Voters in the Western Cape have endorsed the DA’s delivery record once again by ousting the ANC in Langeberg and Cederberg by-elections. The DA secured almost double the vote received in the last Local Government Elections in both wards, taking both away from the ANC. These …
Betty’s Bay: Fishermen Recue Their Own
Schalk Boonzaaier, NSRI Kleinmond station commander, said: At 06h41, Tuesday, 3 February, NSRI Kleinmond duty crew were activated following reports of a commercial crayfishing boat capsized offshore of Draadbaai, Stoney Point Nature Reserve, Betty’s Bay. Our NSRI crew responded to our NSRI Kleinmond station 42 rescue base where we launched the NSRI rescue craft Spirit …
RIP Lazola Gungxe
The GOOD Party extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of ANC Councillor Lazola Gungxe, who was tragically killed in New Crossroads on Tuesday afternoon.
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Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026 Aims to Unlock Global Capital
Sanlam Investments returns as the headline sponsor of the 2026 Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES), for the third consecutive year, reinforcing its long-term commitment to unlocking global capital for Africa's sustainable future. The Summit will take place in Cape Town from 24 to 27 February 2026.
Over four days, AGES will accelerate Africa's transition to a just and inclusive green economy by directly connecting global investors with projects that can transform communities, industries and ecosystems. AGES connects global capital to African opportunities by showcasing investment-ready projects across renewable energy, green transport, water, waste, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, the blue economy and climate tech.
Now in its fourth year, AGES has showcased more than 90 investment-ready initiatives to date worth over US$8.7 billion. These initiatives range from entrepreneurial start-ups to national-scale infrastructure projects – proving Africa's green economy is not just vision, but viable opportunity.
Carl Roothman, CEO of the Sanlam Investment Group, emphasised that the company's philosophy of “holistic return” means measuring success not only in financial terms, but in the lives improved, jobs created, and ecosystems restored. “Performance matters – and so does its impact on people and planet. Our intention is to deliver competitive, risk‑adjusted returns and measurable social outcomes, investing in our collective future. Through platforms like AGES, we drive our purpose of backing businesses that create and retain jobs, scale renewable energy and fund critical infrastructure in Africa,” he said.
AGES 2026 will once again explore the full scope of the green and blue economy, with more than 40 investment-ready projects featured across two dedicated pitch stages. The Summit's investor-driven format enables delegates to explore the full green economy through investor roundtables, deal rooms and curated matchmaking with DFIs, venture capital funds, banks and asset managers. Nature and biodiversity finance will also take centre stage, highlighting the emerging markets for biodiversity credits and nature-based finance.
“Africa stands at the frontier of sustainable growth and opportunity,” said Roothman. “From renewable energy to the blue economy and circular industries, the continent is leading a new era of sustainable growth; one defined by innovation, inclusion and long-term value creation.
“We recognise that meaningful change requires collective action through strategic partnerships, which is why we are supporting AGES for the third year. Every investment, every solution we implement, creates lasting returns for ecosystems, communities and investors. Now is our moment to invest in the future we need.”
Join global investors, innovators, and changemakers at AGES 2026 in Cape Town, 24 to 27 February. Secure your place today via the AGES website and be part of Africa's sustainable growth story. Register via the AGES website (https://apo-opa.co/4tdTjfD).
Outcomes from AGES 2026 will advance Africa's pipeline of green economy projects, supporting the translation of commitments made in Cape Town into long-term investment and measurable impact across the continent.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.
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About Sanlam Investments:
Sanlam Investments is one of South Africa's largest black-owned asset management firms, managing assets of over R1.5 trillion. The company's purpose extends beyond wealth creation – it is dedicated to investing in the long-term sustainability of people, planet and profit to drive measurable impact.
About Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES):
Africa's Green Economy Summit is part of the green economy portfolio of VUKA Group, which has over 20 years of experience serving Africa's business community. The summit connects global investors with African green projects to drive inclusive, sustainable growth across the continent.
VUKA Group:
Africa's Green Economy Summit is part of the green economy portfolio of VUKA Group (https://WeAreVuka.com), which has more than 20 years' experience in serving the business community across Africa.
Onder Papegaaiberg: Restore Safety and Security Now
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) in the Stellenbosch Local Municipality conducted an oversight visit last weekend to the Onder Papegaaiberg area, including the historic cemetery, the adjacent bridge, the railway line and surrounding informal settlement. The visit was prompted by numerous complaints from residents about illegal dumping, informal settlement, and serious safety and environmental […]
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Cape Town’s Water Use Remains Too High Despite Day Zero Lessons
The city consumes over a billion litres per day, equating to over 210 litres per person, well above the world average of 120 to 160 litres
Port of Saldanha to Support Freight Growth
Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku recently conducted a strategic oversight visit to the Port of Saldanha, reaffirming the port’s central role in enabling freight mobility, industrial growth, and economic resilience across the province. As Africa’s largest natural deep-water port, Saldanha remains an indispensable logistics hub, supporting mineral exports, maritime services, and the broader Western …
Minister Simmers Hands Over Homes in Railton
On Thursday, 29 January 2026, the Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers officially launched the Railton CBD housing project and handed over homes to beneficiaries of the Railton 950 housing development in Swellendam. At nearly R350 million these two housing projects are the largest investment in the Overberg district to date. The Railton 950 …
Water Security Challenges
Premier Alan Winde chaired a meeting of the Western Cape Government’s Integrated Energy and Water Council on Friday, 30 January 2026. Opening the meeting, the Premier urged provincial Cabinet members, mayors, municipal managers, and other stakeholders who sit on the council to maintain momentum in making the Western Cape energy and water systems resilient. Topping …