Groote Schuur Hospital launches initiative to reduce women's surgical backlog

OWN Correspondent|Published

On Women’s Day, Groote Schuur Hospital launched a groundbreaking initiative, 'Informed Choices for Healthy Futures', to address the backlog in reproductive surgical ...

Join the march for change: Honouring Uyinene Mrwetyana at Parliament

OWN Correspondent and WESLEY FORD|Published

Join the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation this Saturday for a powerful march to Parliament, honouring Uyinene and advocating against Gender-Based Violence. Together, ...

How alcohol consumption correlates with fire incidents in Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

​New research from Stellenbosch University (SU) shows that there is a strong correlation between alcohol consumption and residential fire incidents. ​

Modderdam High School strengthens community ties for youth development

Phiri Cawe|Published

Modderdam High School is on a mission to transform into a centre of excellence by forging strong partnerships with the community. Through workshops and collaborative ...

3RC Celebrates 25 years of empowering youth through education

Roshan Abrahams|Published

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, 3RC (Three Ring Circus) hosted 'The High Five Show' at Micklefield Primary School, a transformative event aimed at fostering resilience ...

Celebrating community journalists at RLabs' First Thursdays

Marsha Bothma|Published

Community journalists in Mitchell’s Plain were honoured for their essential role in storytelling during the RLabs First Thursday gathering, marking RLabs House’s ...

Don’t throw away those Cannabis leaves – they are packed with rare compounds

Staff Reporter|Published

Analytical chemists from Stellenbosch University (SU) have provided the first evidence of a rare class of phenolics, called flavoalkaloids, in Cannabis leaves.

Blossom Primary gears up for RWS Newspaper Quiz and Spelling Bee

Marsha Bothma|Published

Blossom Primary School in Kewtown will compete in the RWS Newspaper Quiz and Spelling Bee on September 11, with pupils eager to showcase their reading, knowledge, ...

Community fears losing Lansdowne tennis courts as City mulls disposal

Marsha Bothma|Published

Lansdowne Tennis Club, revived in February, faces possible court disposal despite growing community use. Volunteers coach kids weekly, offering a safe space, while ...

Support mental wellness at the Friends of Valkenberg Trust's charity golf day

OWN Correspondent|Published

Make a difference in mental health: Join the Friends of Valkenberg Trust for their Annual Charity Golf Day at Milnerton Golf Club on Thursday September 25!

Journalists unite in solidarity with Gaza colleagues during vigil

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Capetonian journalists joined the 96th weekly vigil at St. George's Cathedral, in Cape Town, in solidarity with journalists in Gaza on Wednesday August 13.

Earl Mentor celebrates 10 years of impact through youth peacebuilding workshop

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Mentoring Peacebuilders SA celebrated its 10th anniversary with a youth leadership camp themed “Rise, Reflect and Reconnect” at Princess Vlei Eco Centre, empowering ...

ASEZ WAO presents innovative solutions for a plastic-free future

OWN Correspondent|Updated

Join ASEZ WAO in their urgent mission to combat plastic pollution, as they present groundbreaking solutions to the provincial government for a sustainable future. ...

ASEZ WAO volunteers clean up Bokmakierie Canal to combat plastic pollution

Phiri Cawe|Updated

ASEZ WAO, a global volunteer group, organised a successful clean-up at Bokmakierie Canal, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and the fight ...

Explore toxic masculinity at the launch of The Penis Dialogues

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us on August 24 for the launch of The Penis Dialogues, a thought-provoking theatrical piece addressing toxic masculinity. Featuring a panel of experts and vibrant ...

Cape Town Cruise Terminal ranks 12th among the world's most beautiful cruise ports

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Cape Town's Cruise Terminal has been named the 12th most beautiful cruise port in the world, according to an eye-tracking study by AllClear, highlighting its stunning ...

Cape art and culture heritage on display

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Two Capetonian artists evoke nostalgia and legacy through their powerful paintings, showcasing their unique stories at the Our Cape Town Heritage exhibition.

Breaking the Silence: Young Mothers Share Their Stories of Survival

Phiri Cawe|Published

In a powerful gathering for Women’s Month, young mothers share their harrowing experiences of abuse and resilience, highlighting the support of the Mustadafin Foundation ...

Join the Student Teacher Conference at Rustenburg Girls' Junior School

WESLEY FORD|Published

Rustenburg Girls' Junior School invites student teachers to a transformative conference on August 16, aimed at inspiring and equipping the next generation of educators. ...