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Garden Route National Park expands community access with new 40-seater bus
7+ hour, 49+ min ago (315+ words) South African National Parks (SANParks) has introduced a new 40-seater bus at Garden Route National Park, marking a significant step towards improving access for surrounding communities. The initiative forms part of SANParks" ongoing efforts to make South Africa"s national…...
Saving Perlemoen: Inside the fight to protect the Western Cape's most valuable shellfish
5+ hour, 56+ min ago (764+ words) Along the rugged coastline of the Western Cape, beneath rolling waves and sprawling kelp forests, lives one of South Africa's most prized marine species. Known locally as perlemoen, abalone has long been a part of the region's coastal heritage. Yet…...
SANParks arrests 12 in suspected Cape Point abalone poaching operation
7+ hour, 16+ min ago (259+ words) A coordinated anti-poaching operation at Cape Point has resulted in the arrest of 12 suspects and the seizure of diving equipment believed to have been intended for illegal abalone harvesting. According to South African National Parks (SANParks), the intelligence-led operation was…...
Art takes centre stage at Mount Nelson with three new exhibitions in Cape Town
8+ hour, 22+ min ago (485+ words) Cape Town's iconic Mount Nelson Hotel is once again cementing its place as one of the city's leading cultural destinations, with the launch of three new exhibitions showcasing some of South Africa's most celebrated artists and creative voices. Mount Nelson,…...
Public viewing sites announced for Bafana Bafana matches in the Western Cape
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (251+ words) This initiative aims to foster community spirit while offering a safe, family-friendly environment for all to enjoy the exhilarating display of national pride that football brings. In a collaborative effort, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) has joined…...
Man arrested after allegedly smuggling 150 venomous scorpions through Cape Town airport
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (266+ words) A wildlife trafficking operation was thwarted at Cape Town International Airport after authorities discovered 150 live venomous scorpions concealed inside a passenger's luggage. The 28-year-old suspect was arrested following an intelligence-led operation involving the SAPS Kuilsriver Stock Theft and Endangered Species…...
Western Cape welcomes new PRASA train timetable with more services
5+ day, 8+ hour ago (316+ words) Updated train timetables came into effect across several major routes on Monday, 8 June, with the changes designed to improve reliability, increase service frequency and make rail travel a more attractive option for commuters across the province. Western Cape Minister of…...
Alexander Vineyards pioneers direct-to-consumer wine exports from South Africa
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (505+ words) A boutique wine estate on the Cape Peninsula is changing the way South African wine reaches international customers. Alexander Vineyards, based in Noordhoek, has become the first South African wine estate to sell directly to consumers in the United Kingdom…...
Zimbabwe emerges as South Africa's leading African tourism source market
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (330+ words) South Africa's tourism sector is enjoying a period of strong growth, and one neighbouring country is playing a particularly important role in that success. As reported by travelnews. africa, new tourism figures show that Zimbabwe has emerged as one of…...
Paarl's Olijvenkraal Lodge unveils a cosy winter escape in the heart of the Winelands
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (333+ words) Winter is often the most rewarding time to explore the Cape Winelands. Vineyards take on rich seasonal colours, fireplaces crackle into the evening, and the region's renowned estates become noticeably quieter. Against the backdrop of the Simonsberg mountains in Paarl,…...