Toddler drowns in Cape Town drain
Activists call for safe places for children to play
By Alice Scott and Laney Van Wyk
Brief | 3 November 2026
Three years later, Cape Town families still without water
The City of Cape Town said in 2023 it was “looking into all feasible options to assist the community”
By Vincent Lali
News | 3 November 2026
Hikers raise money for women’s shelter
Annual “Steps for Saartjie” campaign brings together hikers and survivors of violence
By Alice Scott and Laney Van Wyk
News | 2 November 2026
In photos: meet the men by the side of the road hoping to find work
They are painters, tilers, welders, electricians, landscapers
Photo Essay | 2 November 2026
Activists picket outside Cape Town Civic Centre
13 organisations raised numerous concerns, including housing and safety and the planned construction of data centres and the N2 wall
By Abonge Chiya and Laney Van Wyk
Brief | 30 October 2026
UCT food bank offers science students peace of mind
Funded by donations, Student Outreach and Support has helped more than 70 students in two years
By Alice Scott
News | 30 October 2026
Activists concerned that Cape Town’s “affordable” housing will not be affordable
Applicants in the Tafelberg case say private-sector “affordable” housing is no substitute for social housing
News | 29 October 2026
Health workers take insourcing demand to the CCMA
“We will picket until we all get employed permanently,” says NUPSAW organiser
By Vincent Lali
Brief | 28 October 2026
Cleaners for luxury property rentals go on strike in Camps Bay
Company says: no work, no pay
By Alice Scott
News | 28 October 2026