Stories from Cape Town · South Africa

Scotland rugby is reportedly intensifying efforts to recruit South African players, specifically targeting teenage twins Josh and James McKenzie.

Stormers rugby director John Dobson is reportedly leading efforts to secure veteran Argentina lock Thomas Lavanini. The 33-year-old player is currently with the Highlanders in Super Rugby Pacific.

The Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) has expressed concern regarding the arrest of religious leader Moulana Farooq Rylan in Cape Town. The council's statement follows the recent detention of the leader.

Hawks in the Western Cape have arrested two suspects in connection with a fraud scheme estimated to exceed 25 million rand. The investigation into the alleged fraud is ongoing.

Parliament is currently starting the process to appoint a small business ombudsman. The move follows previous discussions regarding the necessity of the role. Members of Parliament are reportedly attempting to interview Shorkeen as part of the proceedings.

The University of Cape Town is marking five years since a fire destroyed parts of the Jagger libraries and several other campus buildings.

Sunparks Rangers and City Law Enforcement intercepted a suspect attempting to flee near Sunparks facilities. In a separate incident, rangers responded to a tip-off regarding suspected poaching on Devil's Peak.

San Park spokesperson Peter Belengua announced several arrests following coordinated operations to stop crime in Table Mountain National Park. The operations were aimed at preventing criminal activity within the park.

At least four oil tankers arrived in Cape Town this month to discharge approximately 105,000 tons of refined products. The cargo includes diesel, gasoline, and other related petroleum products.

Police have launched a manhunt for suspects who shot and killed a 36-year-old man in Crossroads, Nyanga, on the Cape Flats. Two other men were shot and wounded during the incident, according to police spokesperson Wesley Twig. Medical personnel declared the 36-year-old victim deceased at the scene. The two wounded victims were taken to a medical facility for treatment.