As always, we’re keeping you in the loop and making sure that you never miss a Cape Town moment. Here are our Top 10 stories of the week:
10. A Cape Town driver acted quickly during an attempted robbery on Mew Way in Khayelitsha:
Cape Town motorist knocks armed youth on N2 in robbery attempt
9. Flash, the horse who made headlines for his frantic rescue on Cape Town’s M5 highway, has officially found his forever home, capping off a touching tale of compassion and community support:
Flash, the horse rescued on a Cape Town highway, finds his forever home
8. The Springboks will be allowed to fly the SA flag high this weekend when they take on France in their all-important first Rugby World Cup play-off fixture:
SA flag allowed to fly high in France after Wada decision is put on hold
7. Looking for the perfect wrap, bowl, breakfast, burger or smoothie? Then enter the world of sweetbeet, where taste meets innovation and summer is served fresh!
6. Inspectors from the Cape of Good Hope SPCA discovered grave animal welfare concerns at Eagle Encounters @ Spier Wine Farm outside Stellenbosch during a recent operation:
5. According to Times Malta, 29-year-old Dr Stefano Corso was found unharmed on Thursday afternoon:
Update: Missing Maltese doctor visiting Cape Town found unharmed
4. Leave the hustle and bustle of daily life behind and immerse yourself in the tranquil depths of a physically and mentally safe space through a guided regenerative journey – forest bathing:
Forest bathing in Cape Town: A unique journey through nature
3. Hiking enthusiasts, take note! The City of Cape Town has had to make a tough decision this year. The beloved Steenbras River Gorge and Crystal Pools hiking trails will remain closed for the entire hiking season:
2. The Galileo Open Air Cinema is back and set to dazzle with its 12th season, beginning on 31 October 2023 and running through April 2024. Film buffs can look forward to over 100 classics suitable for all age groups. Whether it’s a heartwarming family film, a Bollywood hit or a golden oldie, The Galileo promises something for everyone:
From family classics to thrillers, The Galileo promises a film for every fan
1. Cristine Wekenborg and her boyfriend hit the road for an epic adventure with the goal of exploring the north of South Africa. Driving from Cape Town to Sutherland, to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, and ending off in Augrabies National Park before heading back to the Mother City, the pair set off on an epic adventure:
The ultimate road trip from Cape Town to Augrabies Falls National Park
Picture: Cristine Wekenborg