Gatesville Seniors Club celebrates cultural heritage at Gatesville Library

Phiri Cawe|Published

Gatesville Seniors Club kickstarts Heritage Day celebrations with a vibrant showcase of diverse cultures at Rylands Library.

Children's Christmas Pudding Fund celebrates sweet 60th

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how the Children's Christmas Pudding Fund has been a beacon of hope for 60 years, helping those in need through the joy of festive puddings. This year, ...

Western Cape welcomes 138 new volunteers to Gender-Based Violence Ambassador programme

Marsha Bothma|Published

A record 138 volunteers graduated into the Western Cape Department of Social Development’s Gender-Based Violence Ambassador programme, expanding support and awareness ...

Still no arrests in Athlone court shooting, say police

Marsha Bothma|Published

Still no arrests have been made after a 30-year-old man was fatally shot outside Athlone Magistrate’s Court. Police urge witnesses to contact Crime Stop.

Stellenbosch prepares for a pivotal global anti-racism summit

Alicia English|Published

What can we learn from the global anti-racism summit in Stellenbosch? Join thought leaders as they explore the challenges of racial healing and social justice from ...

Pagad's motorcade to combat crime in Bonteheuwel thwarted by police

Phiri Cawe|Published

Pagad's annual motorcade in Bonteheuwel, aimed at combating gangsterism, was abruptly cancelled by police due to a lack of permission, leaving community members ...

Anwar Mc Kay's 'The Invisible Boy from Bramble Way': A Journey of Healing and Resilience

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Discover the powerful memoir of Anwar Mc Kay, launched at the Baxter Theatre, where friends and family gathered to hear inspiring reflections on trauma, resilience, ...

Urgent funding needed for Groote Schuur’s emergency centre equipment

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Construction of Groote Schuur Hospital's new emergency centre is progressing, but without urgent funding for critical equipment, the facility may not be ready to ...

Bergsig Primary celebrates long-awaited school hall

Marsha Bothma|Published

Bergsig Primary School in Bonteheuwel has officially opened its first school hall, a transformative milestone for the 62-year-old institution, as Principal Imelda ...

Man killed outside Athlone Magistrate’s Court; two others wounded in separate incidents

Marsha Bothma|Updated

A 30-year-old man was shot dead outside Athlone Magistrate’s Court on Friday morning. Two others were wounded in separate Kewtown shootings. Police are investigating ...

Manenberg police celebrate excellence at annual awards ceremony

Phiri Cawe|Published

Manenberg police honour their dedicated officers at the annual Service Excellence Awards, recognising exceptional performance and commitment to community safety. ...

City seeks public input on proposed one-way conversion of Buckley Road, Athlone

OWN Correspondent|Published

The City of Cape Town is proposing to convert Buckley Road in Athlone into a one-way street, aiming to improve safety, traffic flow, and parking, with residents ...

WCBS urges the public to make blood donation part of Heritage Month

Staff Reporter|Published

Join the Western Cape Blood Service's campaign this Heritage Month and discover how your blood donation can save lives. Embrace the theme 'Giving Is in My Blood' ...

That Spring Show in Milnerton pays tribute to singers

Staff Reporter|Published

Join us for That Spring Show at the Milnerton Methodist Hall on Sunday, September 21 at 3pm, featuring a delightful celebration of spring with music, laughter, and ...

Local charities thrive with R1. 15 million from Cableway Charity Challenge

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Four local charities celebrate a combined R1. 15 million boost to enhance their community services and outreach efforts.

Cape Town's Kite Festival returns with a two-day celebration

Staff Reporter|Published

Join the vibrant celebration at the Cape Town International Kite Festival on Saturday October 25 and Sunday October 26, as it returns to its full two-day format ...

Cape Malay tradition of Rampies continues to thrive

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Capetonian women adorned in gold-threaded garments gather at Masjid Boorhanol Islam in Bo-kaap to celebrate the vibrant tradition of Rampies, preparing for Moulood ...

New vehicle for CHOC enhances Plumstead support for patients' families

WESLEY FORD|Published

"Thanks to the generous sponsorship from The South African Muslim Charitable Trust, the CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation has received a new 14-seater vehicle, providing ...

Capetonian women shine at national higher education leadership awards

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Three remarkable Capetonian women professors were honoured at the prestigious Higher Education Women Leadership Awards 2025 for their outstanding contributions to ...