How SANZAF is helping pupils prepare for school with free haircuts and stationery
Fouzia van der Fort|Published

How SANZAF is helping pupils prepare for school with free haircuts and stationery ...

Two men killed in Manenberg

OWN Correspondent|Published

Two men, 50 and 53, were shot dead in Thames Avenue, Manenberg, on Thursday January 15. Police are investigating the motive for the shooting, while the suspects ...

Cape Town girls set the tone for SA women’s baseball future

Buntu Gotywa|Published

The South African women's under-15 baseball side returned from their groundbreaking Uganda tour with valuable experience rather than victories. Eight players from ...

Overcoming anxiety: Fazlin Petersen's journey to becoming a top achiever

Siyavuya Khaya|Updated

Zarah Petersen, a top achiever at Phoenix Secondary School, overcame severe anxiety to excel academically. Her journey of resilience and determination inspires many ...

Mowbray Maternity Hospital's two-year renovation: What you need to know

Staff Reporter|Published

Mowbray Maternity Hospital's two-year renovation aims to enhance care for mothers and babies while ensuring safety with temporary service adjustments.

Appeal for blood donations as national stocks remain low

Staff Reporter|Published

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has appealed to the public to start the new year by donating blood, warning that national blood stocks remain below ...

Tutsheni forgoes holidays to prepare for March IBO World title bout

Buntu Gotywa|Published

While most South Africans enjoyed festive celebrations, undefeated IBO All Africa champion Simamkele Tutsheni spent her holidays in the gym. The 24-year-old Langa ...

Green Point, Vics secure Premier League wins

Published

Big wins for Green Point and Victoria in their respective WP Cricket Association Premier League fixtures.

Church family celebrates Cynthia Wilson’s 80th birthday

OWN Correspondent|Published

Cynthia Wilson marked her 80th birthday with a special celebration at the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Hanover Park on Sunday January 11, joined by family ...

Fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival returns to Mitchell’s Plain

Marsha Bothma|Published

The fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival will take place at West End Primary School, bringing together more than 90 authors, poets and performers for two days of ...

Transforming Education in Hanover Park: Charnelle Arendse's journey to the global teacher prize

Siyavuya Khaya|Published

Discover how Charnelle Arendse, an award-winning educator and Global Teacher Prize finalist, is transforming education in Hanover Park, Cape Town, through innovative ...

Celebrating Carol Poole's 45 years of dedication to education and community

Siyavuya Khaya|Published

As Carol Poole retires after 45 years of transformative service in South African education, her inspiring journey of faith and dedication continues to uplift communities ...

Stone throwing escalates in Manenberg

Marsha Bothma|Published

Stone throwing in Manenberg has surged, with children as young as eight involved. Police urge community help to identify instigators amid gang recruitment and rising ...

Police warn against scam using provincial commissioner’s office number

Staff Reporter|Published

Stay vigilant! Provincial police warn against a growing telephone scam impersonating their office. Discover how to protect yourself from fraudsters using the number ...

Silvertown's James Matthews’ legacy comes alive in film adaptation of The Park

OWN Correspondent|Published

'The Park' follows a twelve-year-old boy in 1960s Pinelands, exploring a forbidden playground under apartheid, bringing the late James Matthews, celebrated South ...

Gang-related shootings leave three dead in Manenberg and Valhalla Park

Marsha Bothma|Published

A man, 22, was shot dead at a Manenberg canal, while two other fatal shootings in Valhalla Park left two people dead and one person injured amid suspected gang violence. ...

Kickstart your New Year with Kirstenbosch's spectacular summer sunset concerts

Staff Reporter|Published

Start your New Year with unforgettable performances at the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts this January, featuring international stars like Belinda Davids and ...

Dramatic high-speed chase in Bonteheuwel results in hijacking suspect's arrest

Genevieve Serra|Published

Police apprehend a 45-year-old man following a high-speed chase in Bonteheuwel, linked to a hijacking incident in Parow. The suspect, who sustained gunshot wounds, ...

Experience a magical open-air movie night while supporting disability rehabilitation!

Staff Reporter and WESLEY FORD|Published

Join us for a magical open-air movie night at Bishops Diocesan College, where community spirit meets the uplifting story of 'The Upside'. Enjoy a night under the ...

Khayelitsha’s baseball dream lives on through Onwabile Gxalaba

Buntu Gotywa|Published

14-year-old Onwabile Gxalaba from Khayelitsha has risen from a township baseball club with limited resources to represent South Africa internationally. Her journey ...