Support Athlone's vulnerable: Join the Akasia Avenue Foundation's mission

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The Akasia Avenue Foundation is on a mission to raise R20,000 to support underprivileged children and feed the homeless in Athlone. Discover how you can contribute ...

SAFA challenges Cape Town's mixed-use development at Athlone Stadium

Phiri Cawe|Published

Public concern mounts as the City of Cape Town proposes a mixed-use development at Athlone Stadium, with SAFA president Bennet Bailey urging the city to prioritise ...

Lansdowne police issue warning over rising robberies targeting vulnerable homes

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Lansdowne police have reported a worrying increase in robberies targeting vulnerable homes in several areas, urging residents to enhance their security measures ...

Police arrest 27-year-old man for illegal firearms in Manenberg

Phiri Cawe|Published

Amid rising gang violence, Manenberg police intensify operations, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old with two illegal 9mm pistols and ammunition

Retired official Ian Arendse joins NoStop charity

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The retired provincial government official, Ian Arendse, 63, has joined NoStop non-profit organisation to help strengthen its services.

Mitchell's Plain teachers triumph at the district National Teaching Awards 2025

Alicia English|Published

Mitchell’s Plain teachers showcased their exceptional talents at the district leg of the National Teaching Awards 2025, with Meadowridge Primary’s Marike De La Guerra ...

Honouring Theresa Solomon: The legacy of Mitchell's Plain's beloved activist

Alicia English|Published

The community mourns the loss of Theresa Solomon, a revered anti-apartheid activist and 'mother of Mitchell's Plain', whose legacy of justice and empowerment will ...

Animal Rescue Organisation welcomes new veterinarian Dr Esté Spies

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how Dr Esté Spies, a passionate veterinarian, is set to transform animal welfare at the Ottery-based Animal Rescue Organisation, stepping into the shoes ...

Loki Rothman brings Guitar Addict to Die Boer Theatre

Staff Reporter|Published

Join South African guitar virtuoso Loki Rothman for his captivating show, Guitar Addict, at Die Boer Theatre Restaurant in Durbanville on July 23 and 24.

Ongoing gang violence in Manenberg and Heideveld raises concern

Phiri Cawe|Updated

Residents of Manenberg and Heideveld express deep concern over escalating gang violence, as police struggle to contain the situation. Community leaders urge unity ...

G. M. butchery bids farewell to the Observatory community

WESLEY FORD|Published

G. M. butchery, a cherished part of Observatory for 48 years, closes its doors, leaving behind a legacy of warm customer relationships and beloved products like ...

Four men arrested for murder

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

Four men arrested for murder in Manenberg on Saturday.

Blossom Street Primary hosts innovative robotics competition for students

Phiri Cawe|Published

Blossom Street Primary recently hosted a groundbreaking robotics competition, showcasing the talents of students from various schools, including Madrassa Ahli Quraan. ...

Young artists showcase their talents at the Arts Aweh! programme exhibition

Nabeelah Mohedeen|Published

Athlone buzzed with creativity as young artists showcased their extraordinary artwork at the Arts Aweh! programme.

Empower youth through the Sisanda FunDaytion's Zip Zap Circus initiative

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Sisanda FunDaytion in empowering vulnerable youth by supporting their outing to the Zip Zap circus the day after Mandela Day. Help create lasting memories ...

Affordable education: New early childhood development centre opens in Parkwood

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Discover how the newly opened Parkwood ECD Centre is transforming early childhood education by providing affordable, quality learning in a nurturing environment ...

My 26-year journey with Athlone News: Embracing Ubuntu in journalism

Hazel Allies-Husselman|Updated

Hazel Allies-Husselman bids farewell to the paper and community that welcomed her 26 years ago as a "rookie" journalist.

Enjoy free entry for kids at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden this winter

OWN Correspondent|Published

Explore the wonders of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens this winter. Children and youth under 18 can enter for free, enjoying exciting adventure walks and creative ...

Heideveld Seniors Club celebrates 20 years

Hazel Allies-Husselman|Published

Join the Heideveld Seniors Club as they celebrate 20 years of friendship, laughter, and community spirit, embracing the motto that one is 'never too old to set another ...