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Martin (45) Emigrated to South Africa: 'We Had Never Been Further than France'

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Martin (45) Emigrated to South Africa: 'We Had Never Been Further than France'

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Martin Hofman (45) moved to Knysna in South Africa with his wife Tirzah (43) and three children in 2021. How do they like their special life there?Read Article

East Greenwich nears affordable housing goal with new development

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East Greenwich nears affordable housing goal with new development

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A new housing development in East Greenwich will bring the town closer to meeting Rhode Island's mandated affordable housing standards.See the Story

The Knysna banana frog: A jewel of South Africa’s fynbos

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The Knysna banana frog: A jewel of South Africa’s fynbos

Mist drifts across South Africa’s Garden Route wetlands as the bright yellow-green Knysna banana frog trills, its survival as fragile as the habitat it calls home.Read Article

Maspala worker pockets R37k but dololo spani!

He is expected to appear in court on Thursday, 5 June.Knysna · Knysna Read Article

Municipal worker arrested for bribery in Knysna job scam

A 41-year-old general assistant from the Knysna Local Municipality was arrested on June 4, 2025, by the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation team, Cape {town} Etc reports. This arrest, which occurred at the suspect’s workplace, stems from allegations of bribery involving unfulfilled job promises made to two unsuspecting members of the public. According to Western Cape Hawks spokesperson Warrant Officer Zinzi Hani, the accused is facing seriou…Knysna · Knysna Read Article

Gear up for action at the 42nd Knysna Oyster Festival!

Gear up for action at the 42nd Knysna Oyster Festival! Get ready to move, groove, paddle and pedal – the 42nd Knysna Oyster Festival is back from 4 to 13 July, bursting with thrilling sporting events for every age and ability, whether you’re a seasoned athlete, weekend warrior, or just looking for a fun family […] The post Gear up for action at the 42nd Knysna Oyster Festival! appeared first on Knysna Municipality.Knysna · Knysna Read Article

5 Western Cape towns that capture the charm of Italy’s Cinque Terre

Italy’s Cinque Terre draws visitors with its five vibrant cliffside villages, sweeping sea views, and laid-back lifestyle. But you don’t have to travel overseas to experience a similar vibe. The Western Cape delivers that same charm through its coastal towns and historic gems, without the tourist crowds or euro price tag. Here are five Western Cape towns that capture the essence of the Italian Riviera. 1. Knysna, Garden Route Knysna may offer mo…Knysna · Knysna Read Article

SAPS intensifies operations amid National crackdown - ProtectionWeb

The previous weekend of 23-25 May 2025 saw a series of coordinated high-density operations conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) across several provinces. These actions have resulted in thousands of arrests, as the police continue escalating efforts to clamp down on drugs, illegal firearms, violent crime, and other serious offences. Garden Route District: Drug Busts and Firearm Seizures In the Western Cape’s Garden Route District,…Knysna · Knysna Read Article

Yoann Gourcuff, New Revelations About Knysna

Everything has already been said and written about the Blues fiasco in Knysna, during the 2010 World Cup. A failure that was drawn long before the beak between Raymond Domenech and Nicolas Anelka at the half-time of France-Mexico, a clash at the origin of the dismissal of the tricolor attacker and the strike of his teammates in training. According to some journalists of the time, tensions existed within the group as soon as the preparation, Yoan…World Cup · Knysna See the Story

Water finally flows in Knysna after three-week crisis

Knysna’s three-week-long water crisis has finally come to an end, with the municipality confirming on Thursday, 23 May, that the water supply has been restored across the Greater Knysna area. In its final update, issued by the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) at 10am, the municipality said that ‘reservoir levels continue to build steadily, and while some areas may still experience low pressure, this is expected to improve as the system stabilises a…Knysna · Knysna Read Article

Diane McLeish review The Turbine Hotel: A luxury boutique hotel

Welcome to a world of intrigue… Arriving on a sunny Autumn afternoon, I am inside the power station with one of the strangest experiences in heritage tourism – witnessing the transformation of a rusty and dilapidated hulk of the former power station into a fascinating and luxurious 5-star boutique hotel. It is wonderful when it feels like a hotel has just moved into an already existing building, especially when the building is as captivating as …Knysna · Knysna Read Article