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Bridgetown and Silvertown in Cape Town are attracting growing interest from buyers searching for affordable property close to the city.

h Choosing student accommodation in Cape Town involves more than just living close to campus. Students must consider safety, rent affordability, transport access, and lifestyle convenience.

For many middle-class Cape Town homeowners, municipal bills now match or exceed bond repayments, fundamentally altering property decisions.

Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings now offers custom-cut roller blinds with free national delivery, backed by a Custom Fit Guarantee for every online order.

Basslows helps you refinance your vehicle, access cash and restructure debt for better cash flow.

WB Luminare announces the launch of its professional Flight Booking & Management Services across South Africa, offering individuals and businesses a reliable, stress-free solution for domestic and international travel.

1. When You Can't Inspect the Property Properly Most repossessed homes are sold voetstoots — "as is, where is".

DataVare announces the release of their Advanced PST to MSG Converter Software. This software is a reliable way to move email safely and accurately.

Dhansay & Roberts Biokineticists has launched Rehab Your Knee, a free educational ebook.

Shawn Tree Felling has expanded its tree felling services to Mossel Bay and the greater Garden Route region. The company has established a dedicated local team to ensure faster response times, improved safety standards, and reliable services.

Luxury Homes in Bishopscourt: What Buyers Should Know Before Paying Top Rand Bishopscourt is not just another upmarket suburb in Cape Town.

Beyond Just the Deeds Office) While the Deeds Office backlog is a key contributor, delays before lodgement can compound the overall timeline: Administrative and Document Errors Incomplete or incorrect documentation — missing signatures, FICA info, or...

GainTools has released a big optimisation update for their OST to PST Converter. This upgrade makes migrating Outlook mailboxes faster and more accurate.

Credit Habits That Quietly Destroy Your Home Loan Chances Most people think bond approvals come down to income. They don't. Banks lend based on risk, and risk is measured through your credit behaviour over time. Not just missed payments—patterns.

Abandoned Houses Still Exist in Cape Town? Yes, abandoned houses do still exist — but they are not sitting openly on the market waiting to be picked up.

Cape Town's property market has never followed the national script—and 2026 will be no different.

SATPROS Expands Premier DStv Installation and Repair Services Across South Africa

1. Why are you selling? This is the ice-breaker. If the seller is relocating for work, downsizing, or moving closer to family, it's usually straightforward.

Blackwattle Firewood with GEO Culture Blackwattle is one of the most reliable and versatile firewood options for households and businesses across the Western Cape.

Digital platform eliminates website requirements for wholesale traders while connecting authenticated suppliers and purchasers across 200+ nations

Where to find "broken", distressed or fixer-upper houses in Cape Town Repossessed.co.za — this is one of the main portals listing bank-mandated sales, auction homes, and "property in possession" houses in Cape Town.

Dock House Boutique Hotel Refurbished and the Time Ball Tower Restored to Former Glory

Expanded Summer Luxury for Less campaign introduces Thailand alongside Maldives, Mauritius, Zanzibar and Mozambique for pre-Christmas planning.

Renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Juan Pablo Menendez delivered a high-profile presentation titled "Liquid Rhinoplasty: 3-Points Nose Remodelling" at the ICOPLAST World Congress held in Cape Town, South Africa on September 17, 2025.

A partnership between two South African innovators brings together home security and design helping homeowners achieve both airflow and peace of mind.

Knysna's longest-standing BlindQuip Hunter Douglas agent brings authentic showroom-grade blinds to South African homeowners online with free delivery.

Designed for couples seeking both safari immersion and island relaxation, this itinerary reflects a growing demand for multi-destination honeymoons across Southern Africa.

Simplr, a brand and digital creative design agency, has been awarded two gold awards at the W3 Awards for excellence in general websites: consulting, services, and utilities.

Oceans Africa announces its 2026 Mbotyi Sardine Run package, highlighting the Wild Coast base as a premier launch point for divers and snorkelers seeking intimate, expertly guided encounters with the world's greatest ocean migration.

1. Why are you selling? This is the ice-breaker. If the seller is relocating for work, downsizing, or moving closer to family, it's usually straightforward.

The Plett Arts Festival returns from 3 – 13 October 2025, and the Plett Arts Association is proud to take part with Brush Strokes and Beyond, an exhibition and series of workshops at the Piesang Valley Community Hall.