Empowering young girls: La’iqah Daames' initiative for sanitary packs

Letter to the Editor|Published

At just 17, La’iqah Daames is making waves in her community by providing sanitary packs to young girls in need. As the face of The Young and The Hopeful, she aims ...

Vanguard Community Health Centre's open day: Bridging the gap between patients and health stakeholders

Phiri Cawe|Published

On July 25, Vanguard Community Health Centre hosted its annual open day, bringing together various health stakeholders to engage with the community, empower patients, ...

Discover the Light and Healing Centre's new sustainable space in Muizenberg

WESLEY FORD|Updated

The Life and Healing Centre has relocated to Muizenberg, continuing its vital mission to empower blind and partially sighted individuals through aromatherapy training ...

Support the guide dogs in Spring Festival and photo exhibition

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind at the Oubaitori Spring Festival, a family-friendly event featuring adorable puppies, arts and crafts, ...

Bonteheuwel's Sumaya's Soup Kitchen appeals for help to combat food insecurity

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

Sumaya Davids- the founder of Sumaya's Soup Kitchen in Bonteheuwel, has appealed for donations in order to feed more people.

BUSH RADIO UNLEASHES 30 YEARS OF COMMUNITY POWER WITH ELECTRIFYING WOMEN IN JAZZ CONCERT

Partnered Content|Updated

A Star-Studded Women's Day Concert celebrates Africa's Pioneer Community Radio Station Milestone of Three Decades of Legal Broadcasting

How Ignisive is transforming lives on Mandela Day in Camps Bay

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

On Mandela Day, Ignisive and Camps Bay property businesses unite to uplift the homeless community, distributing essential items and hosting fundraising events. Discover ...

Graceful Hands Diaconia NPO makes sleeping bags for homeless

OWN Correspondent|Published

Graceful Hands Diaconia, supported by URCSA Claremont Church, distributed handmade sleeping bags, soup, and socks to homeless people in Lansdowne on Mandela Day ...

Fighting back: Newfields Village rallies against gang violence

Phiri Cawe|Published

Residents of Newfields Village are calling for urgent action against escalating violence, including stone-throwing and shootings, as community leaders gather to ...

How Marcé Underwood's 'I Want to call you daddy' explores the journey of motherhood

Roshan Abrahams|Updated

Marcé Underwood's debut play, I Want to Call You Daddy, is a heartfelt one-woman show that blends original poetry, storytelling, and music, showcasing her journey ...

Tragic murder of Hanover Park pensioner prompts police investigation

Marsha Bothma|Published

Philippi police are investigating the tragic murder of 75-year-old Mary Serfontein, found deceased in her home following a suspected burglary. Her son discovered ...

Join the CHOC and Kolisi Foundation for a fundraising cyclethon at Cape Town mall

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the CHOC childhood cancer foundation and the Kolisi Foundation for a meaningful fundraising cyclethon at Canal Walk on August 23. Help support families in need ...

Garlandale High School alumni create a safe space for student counselling

Phiri Cawe|Published

Garlandale High School in Athlone has unveiled a new counselling room, thanks to the efforts of its alumni. This initiative aims to provide a safe space for students ...

Teenage entrepreneurs shine light on SA’s future at the iAccelerate SA Competition Day

Theolin Tembo|Published

Discover how young entrepreneurs from the Western Cape transformed their ideas into reality at the inaugural iAccelerate SA programme, culminating in an inspiring ...

Case opened after football parent claim misused funds

Marsha Bothma|Published

A fraud case has emerged against BT Football owner Brandon Timmy, as parent allege misleading promises and financial mismanagement after 28 young footballers were ...

Register now for RWS spelling bee and newspaper quiz

Staff Reporter|Published

Athlone News and Reading and Writing Solutions( RWS) a local non-profit literacy organisation will once again partner to host a spelling bee and newspaper quiz for ...

Stranded soccer players and coaches return home after emotional ordeal

Marsha Bothma|Published

After a harrowing experience in Spain, 28 South African children and coaches return home, reuniting with their emotional families at Cape Town International Airport. ...

How the Anwar Jakoet Foundation is supporting local ECD centres

Roshan Abrahams|Published

The Anwar Jakoet Foundation (AJF) recently made a significant impact on young learners in Ocean View by delivering essential donations to five early childhood development ...

Health workers and YMCA uplift Nyanga children’s home with donations

OWN Correspondent|Published

Allied Health workers and the Athlone YMCA brought joy to children and carers at Emasithandane in Nyanga by donating care packages, snacks, toys, and essential winter ...