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Newspaper Databases

Explore our newspaper databases for digitised archives of international and African newspapers and more.
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Newspaper Archives

Newspaper holdings are rich and varied, including nearly-complete runs of the Cape Argus and the Cape Times from the 19th century, as well as many community newspapers and press clippings.
article  // 10 Mar 2015

New book on the life and architecture of John Parker

John Parker (1866-1921) was the principal of one of the largest architectural companies in Cape Town and was also active in public life, including being Mayor of Greater Cape Town for two terms from 1913.
article  // 16 Sep 2022

Exploring architectural archives in recovery

Promoting public awareness of our rich architectural legacy at the University of Cape Town. The collections include the professional papers and project plans of 20th-century Cape Town architects.
page  // 14 Dec 2022

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