RC 260903Cape TalkLester Kiewit
Thursday, 3 September 2026
A weather threat, election preparations and Airlink’s cancelled rugby flyover dominated a morning also marked by debates on safety, crime and Tupac’s enduring Cape Flats influence.
- 07:58
Airlink withdrew its application for Saturday’s FNB Stadium flyover, citing unfavourable weather for a safe formation flight after last weekend’s low Cape Town display prompted a safety investigation.
- 07:12
Western Cape disaster officials placed emergency services on high alert ahead of disruptive rain and winds, with 20–40mm expected generally and 50–70mm in mountainous areas.
- 07:24
The IEC expects about 55 parties on the Western Cape metro proportional-representation ballot, potentially requiring two columns, while one ward has 47 candidates contesting.
- 06:28
The City of Cape Town’s proposed animal bylaw would prohibit exotic animals in circuses, shorten pound periods, and prevent working animals being used when temperatures reach 30°C or higher.
- 08:11
Research found Tupac Shakur remains a powerful voice on Cape Flats communities, representing both gang culture and hope for change through songs addressing poverty, racism and police brutality.