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An Englishman and a Canadian just broke a world record by driving a famously unstable three-wheeled car from London to South Africa. Their 14,000-mile journey in "Sheila" took them through 22 countries over four and a half months.
Two friends just completed a world record journey, driving a tiny British three-wheeler from London to Cape Town through 22 countries. The 14,000-mile adventure in the least suitable vehicle imaginable proved that determination and kindness can overcome any obstacle.
Cape Town nearly ran out of water in 2018. Now, a groundbreaking financial tool is clearing invasive plants that steal billions of gallons and securing the city's water future.
Community health workers in Cape Town took to the streets demanding permanent employment after decades of contract work without benefits. Their fight highlights a crucial workforce that keeps communities healthy but lacks basic protections like medical aid and pensions.
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For centuries, women in Cape Town's kitchens kept Kaaps alive against systematic stigmatization, transforming a language once dismissed as inferior into a proud symbol of cultural identity. Today, their linguistic legacy thrives across generations as a tool of empowerment and belonging.
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After a disastrous 2025 race that saw oversold entries and broken city permits, South Africa's iconic Two Oceans Marathon is proving redemption is possible. New leadership and strategic partnerships are restoring faith in one of the world's most beautiful races.
A groundbreaking South African program is transforming how survivors with intellectual disabilities navigate the justice system after abuse. What started with one prosecutor's chance in the 1990s now helps dozens of vulnerable survivors find their voice in court.
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A new early learning center in Cape Town is helping young children heal from gender-based violence while getting ready for school. The Philisa Young Minds Academy combines traditional preschool education with specialized trauma support for its most vulnerable students.
The University of Cape Town is honoring over 6,000 graduates this week, including doctoral candidates whose research tackles global challenges. For many students, this milestone represents years of balancing studies with work, family, and financial pressures.
A University of Cape Town spinoff has been shortlisted for Africa's most prestigious engineering award for turning human urine into high-quality fertilizer. PeeCycling's breakthrough technology could transform how cities handle sanitation while feeding the planet.
Two helicopter pilots battling wildfires near Cape Town survived a dramatic crash during a water drop mission, walking away with only minor injuries. The incident highlights both the dangers firefighters face and the lifesaving power of modern safety equipment.
A University of Cape Town spin-out company has been shortlisted for Africa's most prestigious engineering innovation prize for turning human urine into safe, high-quality fertilizer. PeeCycling's groundbreaking technology could transform how cities handle sanitation while feeding the planet.
A Cape Town surfer on his way to a holiday grabbed his surfboard and rushed into dangerous rip currents to save an unconscious pilot student. The quick-thinking rescue, joined by other beachgoers, turned what could have been a tragedy into a story of strangers becoming lifesavers.
South Africa's startup scene is getting its own celebration with a three-day event bringing together founders, investors, and innovators in Cape Town. The event signals renewed confidence in a tech ecosystem that's reclaiming its spot as Africa's venture capital leader.
Cape Town International Airport has claimed the top spot in Africa's airport rankings, recognized for exceptional service and world-class facilities. South Africa secured three positions in the continent's top 10 airports.
A chemist who fell in love with molecules returned to Africa to build a world-class drug discovery center, keeping local talent home while hunting for cures to malaria and tuberculosis. Kelly Chibale's facility in Cape Town is proving that groundbreaking medical research can happen anywhere.
After sinkholes swallowed homes and raw sewage flooded streets in Cape Town's Khayelitsha townships, the city is finally making repairs and promises completion within a month. Dozens of displaced families are one step closer to returning home.
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Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town became one of the first public hospitals in South Africa to screen every newborn for hearing loss, catching problems early enough to change lives. Early detection means babies can develop language skills alongside their hearing peers.
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A pediatric pulmonologist in Cape Town is finding creative ways to give life-saving cystic fibrosis medication to children who can't afford it. Seven-year-old Jaylin hasn't been hospitalized once since starting treatment that costs $200,000 per year.
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A team of African researchers from the University of Cape Town is outperforming Princeton, Oxford, Stanford, and Cambridge in Antarctic science. Their secret? Small teams doing world-changing climate research with smart planning and genuine passion.
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