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On This Day

On November 3, 1999, the South African government officially opened the new Constitutional Court building in Johannesburg, marking a significant milestone in the nation's democratic transition.

Word of the Day

Ubuntu

I am because we are — a South African philosophy of collective humanity and community.

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President's Question Time — Infrastructure investment

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DA motion: Western Cape housing crisis

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NCOP: Water security legislation 2nd reading

Voting Intention

ANC
40%-1
DA
22%+2
MK Party
15%-1
EFF
9%0

Western Cape premier pushes infrastructure acceleration plan amid national coalition tensions.

Household SnapshotLive

Cape Town household budget outlook for November 2026

Avg Electricity Bill/mo
R1,320▲ +3.5%
Prime Lending Rate
11.50%▼ -0.25%
Weekly Groceries
R1,580▲ +1.8%
Petrol (95 unleaded)
R22.10▼ -0.45
Avg House Price CT
R2.6M▲ +0.9%
Inflation (CPI)
4.5%▼ -0.2%

Money Tip

Optimize your home energy usage by switching to off-peak tariff slots during weekday evenings to offset rising municipal electricity costs.

Editor's LetterToday
"The strength of our democracy is measured not by our rhetoric, but by the relentless integrity we bring to the quiet work of building a nation."

Good morning, readers.

As we navigate the complexities of this Tuesday, our focus remains on the critical infrastructure developments shaping the Mother City's future and the national discourse surrounding economic resilience. In an era of rapid transformation, it is our duty to critically examine the policies that impact our communities while holding our leaders accountable to the promise of a more equitable South Africa. We hope today’s report provides the clarity and depth you require to engage with these pivotal moments in our shared journey.

Leilani van der Berg

Editor-in-Chief, Cape Town Telegraph

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Daily Quote3 Nov
HousingProperty Pulse

Cape Town property market heats up as semigration continues

Cape Town Avg. Asking Price

R2.85M

Monthly+0.8%
Annual+6.2%

Regional Hotspots

Atlantic Seaboard+8.4%
Southern Suburbs+5.1%
Stellenbosch+7.2%

Best 20-year bond rate: Prime -0.5% (Standard Bank, FNB)

Sustained demand driven by high-net-worth migration and limited inventory is expected to maintain steady price appreciation throughout the remainder of 2026.

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Travel SnapshotNovember
Travel

November offers ideal conditions for exploring hidden gems across Southern and East Africa from Cape Town.

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Cederberg, South Africa

The wildflower season is fading but the warm, dry weather is perfect for hiking and rock climbing.

From R800 return (fuel)
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Mauritius

Early summer brings calm, crystal-clear lagoons and tropical sunshine before the peak December crowds arrive.

From R6,200 return
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Okavango Delta, Botswana

The shoulder season offers exceptional wildlife viewing and more affordable luxury lodge rates.

From R5,500 return

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