Stellenbosch deputy mayor, wife arrested in connection with murder of former deputy mayor

Police believe the murder was a politically motivated.
Another Western Cape learner dies in apparent suicide

Last week the Kraaifontein community was plunged into mourning after a15-year-old Scottsville High School student was found hanging in the school’s infirmary.
Jonkershoek Fire: Progress made toward fire containment

Today the fire teams will focus on hotspots, managing flare-ups and on-going mopping up operations.
Jonkershoek Fire: Fire crews continue to manage fire that started 5 days ago

“Temperatures are set to soar into the 30s today, with a stiff breeze expected later. Aerial support is deployed when visibility and winds allow for this. We are praying that this will be possible throughout the day.”
Illegal abalone operation bust at Stellenbosch home after gas explosion

The fire department and the police were responding to a fire at the house when they made the discovery.
Stellenbosch cattle herdsman earns R100,000 from carbon credits

Samkute was able to put down a deposit on his first house from his earnings.
Two suspects arrested in connection with murder of Stellenbosch farmer, Stefan Smit

A third suspect, a 54-year-old female managed to evade her arrest this morning and is being sought.
Sentence handed down in Stellenbosch car guard hit-and-run case

Johan Steyn was caught on CCTV driving over a security guard at a shopping complex in Die Boord, Stellenbosch on 30 April 2019.
Striking taxi operators cause heavy congestion in Stellenbosch CBD

Taxi operators started protesting against municipal traffic officials for pulling over taxis with outstanding fines and warrants.
Man accused of defrauding wealthy women online appears in Stellenbosch court

It is alleged that Brits would befriend wealthy women on social media, start a romantic relationship while borrowing substantial amounts of money before disappearing.