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A fire above Lakeside, Cape Town, was swiftly extinguished on 16 January after the City dispatched several helicopters and numerous firefighters. The quick response ensured the fire didn’t cause major damage. (GroundUp)

Climate Change

Climate change almost doubles the risk of wildfires in Cape Town, study shows

Steve Kretzmann 7 Mar 2023

The University of Cape Town’s Jagger Library, which housed thousands of theses, artworks, and precious documents, after it was gutted by a fire in April 2021. Photo: Ashraf Hendricks / GroundUp

Higher Education

UCT Jagger Library insurance payout delayed for over a year

Daniel Steyn 13 Jul 2022

State asks for more time to investigate case against Table Mountain fire accused

Criminal Law

State asks for more time to investigate case against Table Mountain fire accused

Marecia Damons 21 Jun 2021

Emergency relief efforts for Rhodes Memorial, UCT fire under way - here's how to help

Health & Social Welfare

Emergency relief efforts for Rhodes Memorial, UCT fire under way - here's how to help

Sindy Peters 19 Apr 2021