Cape Town Daily Buzz Archive: October 2025 News and Events

When you read Cape Town Daily Buzz, a local news source delivering real-time updates for Cape Town residents on politics, sports, culture, and community happenings. It's not just another news site—it’s the go-to place for stories that actually affect your day-to-day life in the city. This October, the archive shows a mix of global headlines and deep dives into issues that ripple back to Africa—from football transfers that shake up European leagues to financial scandals in Nigeria that echo in regional markets.

One big cluster of stories this month centers around Nigeria’s ministerial scandals, a series of high-profile resignations and fraud investigations involving government officials. Uche Nnaji and Geoffrey Nnaji both faced public fallout over fake academic credentials, sparking debates about accountability in public office. These aren’t isolated cases—they’re part of a larger pattern affecting trust in institutions across West Africa. Meanwhile, in Kenya, the KNEC, the national body that manages school exams and teacher training. Kenya National Examinations Council, made headlines for fining schools and shifting teacher exams online. Thousands of students and educators are now navigating digital platforms like the CBATE portal, a move meant to cut corruption but raising new concerns about access and fairness.

Sports fans got their share of drama too. Jadon Sancho, the England winger whose career has bounced between top clubs. Manchester United and Chelsea, returned to United after a messy £5 million exit. In the same week, Dele Alli, a former Premier League star. Tottenham and Everton, had his career at Como 1907 end after just ten minutes on the pitch. And then there’s Lionel Messi, who wrapped up his MLS season with a hat-trick that clinched the Golden Boot—proof that even at 38, he’s still rewriting records.

Elsewhere, the crypto world saw a major shift with Binance’s Sharia Earn, a new staking product designed for Muslim investors seeking halal returns. Islamic finance is now a $4 trillion market, and Binance’s move into Dubai signals how digital assets are adapting to cultural and religious norms. On the racing front, George Russell won the Singapore Grand Prix, Novak Djokovic battled extreme heat in Shanghai, and Madagascar made history in African football by reaching their first CHAN final.

What ties all this together? Real people, real consequences. Whether it’s a Kenyan teacher waiting for exam results, a Nigerian citizen demanding transparency, or a Cape Town fan checking the Arsenal lineup—this archive isn’t just news. It’s life happening, right here, right now. Below, you’ll find every story we published this month, each one grounded in facts, not fluff. No hype. Just what you need to know.