Pupils taught to nip smoking in the bud

Staff Reporter|Published

Tafelsig pupils were among 2 500 participants in a year-long campaign to learn about the dangers of tobacco use and vaping.

Book review: The Interpreters

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Discover why The Interpreters is a must-have for every library, as Lauren O'Connor-May highlights the anthology's compelling narratives and exceptional writing. ...

Electricity interruption in The Downs

Supplied|Published

Residents of The Downs should prepare for a scheduled electricity interruption on June 5 from 8. 30am to 4pm for essential maintenance.

"Men need to speak about their emotions"

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

The Callas Foundation's Men's Engagement Programme aims to transform gender norms and encourage men to confront their emotions, fostering healing and community. ...

Signboards show 'Plain bus project progress

Own Correspondents and Marsha Bothma|Published

MyCiti BRT project expected to be completed by January 2027.

Fire in Belgravia leaves more than 20 destitute

Hazel Allies-Husselman|Published

Residents lose all their possessions in blaze and say they have nowhere else to go.

Shootings rob Bonteheuwel residents of their peace

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

Residents and Law Enforcement patrol outside schools to ensure pupils' safety.

Bonteheuwel cleans for peace

Staff Reporter|Published

The streets of Bonteheuwel resonated not with fear, but with hope, as more than 130 participants gathered to commemorate the 12th anniversary of Heavenly Culture, ...

Soccer stalwart celebrates 85th birthday

fuad Esack|Published

Former soccer administrator played a key role in introducing schools soccer in various townships.

Double grant payment is fake news

OWN Correspondent and WESLEY FORD|Published

With social grants set to be paid next week, Ikamva Labantu urges the public to stop spreading misinformation about double payments, as SASSA confirms no such announcement ...

Dancer makes it into New York dance programme

Hazel Allies-Husselman|Published

A young dancer from Pinati Estate crushed her audition for a spot at the internationally renowned Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre in New York.

Residents attack police during arrest

Hazel Allies-Husselman|Published

Manenberg police have issued a stern warning against residents attacking officers for doing their duty.

Manenberg SAPS to form sector crime forums

Staff Reporter|Published

Manenberg SAPS is in the process of establishing sector crime forums and has called on organisations registered with the Community Police Forum (CPF) to nominate ...

Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival at Baxter

Published

Big bands from junior and high schools, as well as university and community big bands to share stage.

Stage adaptation of Moffie comes home for SA premiere

Published

Common Humanity Arts Trust in association with the Baxter is proud to present Moffie for a limited season.

Adventure for all ages in Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime

Published

KickstArt Theatre’s magical pantomime tradition comes to Cape Town this winter, for the very first time.

Heideveld Community Day Clinic honours nurses

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

Nurses thanked and urged to look after themselves too.

Book review: Fading Footprints

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Fading Footprints a heartfelt tribute to the Khoi culture and its enduring legacy.

Civic groups withdraw from Visitor Safety Services agreement with SANParks

Published

Report reveals women are 70% more likely to be targeted in criminal attacks on the mountain.