About Us

CTNews is a daily video news service focused only on the Western Cape. We cover what matters here, provincial politics, city decisions, crime, transport, sport, community stories, and the weather that shapes daily life. Our focus is Cape Town and the towns that surround it. The goal is simple: clear news, local context, no noise.

We report for people who live here. If it affects Capetonians, it belongs on CTNews.

Built on Trusted Journalism

CTNews does not replace print or traditional media. We rely on the work of professional journalists, newsrooms, and accredited publishers who report from the ground every day. Their reporting forms the backbone of our bulletins.

Our role is to verify, contextualise, and amplify confirmed stories in a visual and narrated format, helping important journalism reach wider audiences while ensuring original sources are clearly credited and respected.

Led by Local Insight

CTNews is headed by Chief News Editor Mark Botes-Lashmar, whose vision guides our commitment to accurate, responsible local reporting. Editorial decisions are driven by public interest, verification, and relevance to life in the Western Cape.

Our Mission

We exist to inform, explain, and connect. CTNews aims to make sense of complex issues without talking down to the audience. From major provincial decisions to neighbourhood-level stories, our reporting reflects the diversity, pressure points, and resilience of this province.

Dynamic, Visual Storytelling

CTNews is built for how people consume news today. Video comes first. Our daily bulletins run on YouTube and across social platforms, supported by clear visuals, maps, and straightforward narration. The format is consistent, factual, and designed to respect the viewer’s time.

What We Cover

Provincial politics shaping the Western Cape
City news from Cape Town and surrounding areas
Crime reports and public safety updates
Traffic and public transport alerts
Western Province sports and local fixtures
Local events and community activity
Weather forecasts including wind, tides, and swell
Friday feel-good stories
Saturday special features on community, travel, or innovation

Why Choose CTNews

Because we live here. We understand local context and local consequences. CTNews is produced by people who follow the Western Cape every day, not from a distance. New bulletins publish every weekday at 3 PM, with a weekly review on Sundays.

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Thank you for trusting CTNews.
Together, we stay informed and connected in the Western Cape.