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Weekend Argus @WeekendArgus

News, features and burning issues. Cape Town's favourite weekend paper since 1911. We publish Saturday, Sunday and online. Chat with us on Facebook too.

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šŸŒšŸŒ± UCT & Conservation South Africa research shows grasses lock away over 90% of carbon in sandy soils ā€” proving open grasslands are powerful carbon sinks. #SavannaScience #UCTResearch #ConservationSA #ClimateAction #CarbonStorage weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

New study reveals the carbon storage benefits of savanna grasses over trees

Could planting trees in African savannas actually harm biodiversity? A groundbreaking study from the University of Cape Town reveals that grasses, not trees, are the true champions of carbon storage...

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šŸšØāš ļø A 74ā€‘yearā€‘old woman injured and a dog killed after stray bullets struck during a gangā€‘related shooting in Hanover Park. #HanoverPark #GangViolence #CapeTownCrime #CommunitySafety weekendargus.co.za/news/2026ā€¦

Elderly woman injured and dog killed in Hanover Park gang shooting

A tragic shooting in Hanover Park leaves an elderly woman injured and a dog dead, sparking outrage and calls for justice as police hunt for the gunmen.

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āš–ļøšŸšØ South Africaā€™s NPA withdraws over 41,000 drugā€‘related cases in the past three financial years. #NPA #DrugCases #SouthAfricaJustice #CrimeStats #Accountability weekendargus.co.za/news/crimā€¦

NPA withdrew more than 41,000 drug cases in three years

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) withdrew more than 41,000 drug-related cases over the past three financial years.

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Mitchells Plain football mourns the tragic death of 20ā€‘yearā€‘old Standards United FC player Naeem Toyer, who collapsed during a Second Division League match at Westridge Sports Complex. #MitchellsPlain #NaeemToyer #StandardsUnitedFC #FootballTribute weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

Mitchells Plain football community mourns after 20-year-old player dies during league match

The Mitchells Plain football community is in deep mourning following the tragic collapse and death of 20-year-old player Naeem Toyer during a league match, leaving a profound impact on teammates and...

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Hout Bay residents rally against plans for a new shopping centre. #HoutBay #CommunityVoice #EnvironmentalIntegrity weekendargus.co.za/news/2026ā€¦
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Tax season kicks off with SARS autoā€‘assessing 1.9 million taxpayers ā€” but while many receive readyā€‘made assessments, others remain outside the system. #SARS #TaxSeason2026 #SouthAfricaEconomy #TaxpayerUpdates weekendargus.co.za/business/ā€¦

Why are some taxpayers excluded from auto-assessments? SARS sheds some light

Tax season is underway, with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) auto-assessing 1.9 million taxpayers. While many benefit from ready-made assessments, others may miss out. Learn more about the...

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The African safari faces a shakeā€‘up with a global study revealing the iconic Big Five has been dethroned by a new, peopleā€‘powered list of the worldā€™s most desired wildlife encounters. #BigFive #AfricanSafari #WildlifeTourism #GlobalStudy #TravelTrends weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

Giant panda tops global wildlife bucket list, dethroning lions

Discover how the giant panda has surged to the top of the global wildlife bucket list, leaving the iconic 'Big Five' behind. What does this mean for the future of wildlife tourism?

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šŸŒŠšŸ… From humble beginnings to national glory, founding member Clive Duffell shares the inspiring rise of Fish Hoek Surf Lifesaving Club. #FishHoek #SurfLifesaving #CliveDuffell #SouthAfricaSports #CommunitySuccess weekendargus.co.za/news/2026ā€¦

Join Clive Duffell as he shares the inspiring history of the Fish Hoek Surf Lifesaving Club

Join Clive Duffell at the Fish Hoek Library on July 9 to uncover the remarkable transformation of the Fish Hoek Surf Lifesaving Club from humble beginnings to a national success story.

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šŸ’ŖSpringboks showcase seamless depth as De Villiers dominates the breakdown and Hanekom powers through carries despite shifting from No 8 ā€” proof of a squad where every player knows their role. #Springboks #EllisPark #SquadDepth #Rugby2026 #RassieErasmus weekendargus.co.za/sport/rugā€¦

Springboks have earned the right to experiment following England thrashing

The Springboks' commanding win over England has reaffirmed their status as the world's best, giving Rassie Erasmus the ideal opportunity to rotate his squad and blood the next generation of talent...

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Justin Snaith extends his dominance as Note To Self storms home to deny stablemate Wish List in a thrilling finish at the 130th Hollywoodbets Durban July at Greyville. #DurbanJuly #Hollywoodbets #JustinSnaith #NoteToSelf #WishList #HorseRacingSA weekendargus.co.za/sport/horā€¦

Note To Self completes Snaith one-two in thrilling Durban July finish

Richard Fourie produced a perfectly timed ride aboard Note To Self to edge stablemate Wish List in a dramatic finish, handing Justin Snaith a sixth Hollywoodbets Durban July title.

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šŸ‰Bok boss Rassie Erasmus says rotating the Springbok squad to build depth for the 2027 Rugby World Cup demands courage. #Springboks #RassieErasmus #RugbyWorldCup2027 #SquadRotation #EllisPark weekendargus.co.za/sport/rugā€¦

Springboks v England: Rassie Erasmus hails future stars after Ellis Park injury crisis

Coach Rassie Erasmus believes 'destiny' took charge as a depleted Springboks side thrashed England 45-21 at Ellis Park to showcase their incredible depth.

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šŸŽ» Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Oudtshoorn for Klein Karoo Klassique Gala Concert where classical brilliance meets Karoo charm. #CapeTownPhilharmonic #KleinKarooKlassique #Oudtshoorn #SouthAfricaArts #classicalmusic weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra returns for the Klein Karoo Klassique Gala Concert

Join the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra this August for the highly anticipated Klein Karoo Klassique Gala Concert, featuring renowned maestro Richard Cock and pianist FranƧois du Toit. Experience a...

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āœˆļø Lieutenant Colonel Div de Villiers hangs up his wings after 46 years of extraordinary service a legacy of dedication, discipline, and excellence since 1980. weekendargus.co.za/news/2026ā€¦ #DivDeVilliers #SouthAfricanAirForce #MilitaryLegacy #ExtraordinaryService #AviationHistory

WATCH | Police pilot Jacobus Gideon 'Div' de Villiers retires after 46 years of service

Lieutenant Colonel Jacobus Gideon " Div" de Villiers hung up his wings this week, closing an extraordinary career that began in 1980.

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šŸ  CEO Paul Berman reveals R6bn in deeds office transactions ā€” with oneā€‘third purchased by foreigners, spotlighting South Africaā€™s property market trends. #PaulBerman #BermanBrothersGroup #SouthAfricaProperty #ForeignInvestors #RealEstateTrends weekendargus.co.za/business/ā€¦

Why foreign buyers control one-third of Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard property market

Of every R6 billion in registered transactions on the Atlantic Seaboard, two billion has been purchased by foreigners.

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A heartwarming Maine photograph goes viral, showcasing the incredible resilience of local wildlife. Captured by a hobbyist, this inspiring moment shines a spotlight on natureā€™s strength and survival. #MaineWildlife #ViralPhoto #WildlifePhotography weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

Tripod: The three-legged deer captivating hearts on social media

Discover the inspiring story of Tripod, a three-legged doe in Maine, who has captured the hearts of thousands on social media as she cares for her fawns. What makes her story so special?

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šŸŒ Hugo Broos says Africaā€™s World Cup knockout woes stem not from talent or tactics, but lapses in focus and psychological endurance. āš½ #HugoBroos #AfricanFootball #WorldCup2026 #KnockoutStage #FocusAndResilience #BafanaBafana #footballanalysis weekendargus.co.za/fifa-worlā€¦

Hugo Broos explains why African teams keep collapsing in key World Cup moments

Hugo Broos believes concentration lapses and poor game management remain the biggest obstacle preventing African teams from progressing deeper at the FIFA World Cup despite their growing tactical...

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šŸ‹ Massive 23ā€‘metre fin whale washes up at Die Plaat, Gansbaai ā€” sparking deep sadness and intense scientific curiosity among marine conservationists. šŸŒŠ #FinWhale #Gansbaai #DiePlaat #MarineConservation #WhaleStranding #SouthAfricaWildlife #OceanScience weekendargus.co.za/2026-07-0ā€¦

What led to the rare 23-metre Fin Whale washing up on the SA coast?

A massive 23-metre female Fin Whale has washed up at Die Plaat near Gansbaai, raising urgent questions about marine conservation and the health of our oceans.

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Step into a Caribbeanā€‘flavoured fairytale šŸŒ“šŸ¾ as the Baxter Theatre presents Steven Steadā€™s dazzling Puss In Boots pantomime. #BaxterTheatre #PussInBoots #StevenStead #CapeTownEvents #FamilyTheatre #CaribbeanFlair #MagicalPantomime #FiveStarShow weekendargus.co.za/entertainā€¦

ā€˜Puss In Bootsā€™: A humorous pantomime adventure at The Baxter Theatre

Join us at the Baxter Theatre for a delightful rendition of 'Puss In Boots,' directed by Steven Stead. This ā˜…ā˜…ā˜…ā˜…ā˜… rated pantomime brings a Caribbean flair to the classic tale, featuring a talented...

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šŸ Proteas Women urged to learn, not dwell with head coach Mandla Mashimbyi insisting the England semiā€‘final loss was a lesson, not a setback, in pursuit of maiden ICC title. #ProteasWomen #MandlaMashimbyi #ICCWomensWorldCup #SouthAfricaCricket weekendargus.co.za/sport/criā€¦

Mashimbyi refuses to dwell on semi-final heartbreak after England outclass Proteas

Head coach insists the Proteas will learn from their World Cup semi-final defeat after admitting England were the better side on the day.

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