Join the National Early Childhood Development conference: A call to action for organisations

OWN Correspondent|Published

The Centre for Early Childhood Development invites organisations to register for the National ECD Conference, featuring expert insights and a keynote from humanitarian ...

Celebrating a century: The historical journey of Pinelands

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join longtime resident Gill Ford as she recalls her childhood in Pinelands, a community celebrating its centenary on Saturday, June 14. With around 80 attendees, ...

Join FOUR PAWS in changing the lives of 67 pets this Mandela Day

OWN Correspondent|Published

FOUR PAWS invites South Africans to make a difference this Mandela Day by supporting their 67 Kennels of Hope campaign, aimed at providing shelter and care for 67 ...

Help restore the Masque theatre's storm-damaged wall

Erin Carelse|Published

The Masque theatre in Muizenberg is urgently seeking community support to repair its storm-damaged front wall, which has suffered years of neglect. With over R81,000 ...

Book reviews: Children's books

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Explore delightful children's book reviews, featuring 'I Hate Everything' by Sophy Henn, a charming tale perfect for toddlers, and a retelling of 'Heidi' that reimagines ...

Cape Town authorities seek eviction of foreign nationals from Bellville and Wingfield

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town's Mayor and national ministers take legal action to evict foreign nationals from key sites, raising questions about housing and community impact

Celebrating the life of Kenilworth’s beloved Granny Agnes

WESLEY FORD|Published

Agnes Bezuidenhoudt, a beloved figure in Kenilworth, died peacefully at 103 on Youth Day, June 16. Her daughter, Mercia, shares heartfelt memories of a life rich ...

Rustenburg Girls’ Junior School launches innovative digital learning space

WESLEY FORD|Published

Rustenburg Girls’ Junior School proudly unveils 'The Digital Den', a state-of-the-art learning space for coding and robotics, made possible by generous donations ...

Father's Day activities at St George's Grammar School

OWN Correspondent|Published

St George’s Grammar School brought families together last Friday, June 13, ahead of Father’s Day, with a series of engaging activities including scavenger hunts, ...

Community initiatives aiding youth empowerment

WESLEY FORD and Lizahn Bowers|Updated

Discover how local organisations in the Southern Suburbs are making a significant impact on youth development, as they celebrate Youth Day by sharing their initiatives ...

New basketball courts unveiled at CPUT District Six on Youth Day

WESLEY FORD|Published

On Youth Day, CPUT District Six unveiled new basketball courts, a significant step towards empowering youth and fostering community engagement, with support from ...

Daphne Buchholtz Turns 100

OWN Correspondent and Lizahn Bowers|Published

Daphne Buchholtz celebrated her milestone 100th birthday, surrounded by family and friends at Huis Nuweland. This heartwarming event on June 6 was filled with love, ...

Tribute for anti-apartheid cleric Allan Boesak

Sibulele Kasa|Published

On Saturday, June 14, admirers of Dr Allan Boesak gathered to honour his legacy at a heartfelt tribute event, celebrating his lifelong fight against apartheid.

Join The Cape Wind Ensemble for an unforgettable concert experience

OWN Correspondent|Published

Experience the enchanting sounds of The Cape Wind Ensemble, conducted by Dr Faan Malan, as they perform major works live at Corpus Christi Church on June 22. Featuring ...

Celebrating Father's Day: Cannons Creek's Fun Activities for Dads

OWN Correspondent|Published

Cannons Creek hosted a Father's Day celebration on June 13, where fathers and guardians engaged in classroom activities, received heartfelt cards, and enjoyed playtime ...

Salt River on edge: Police probe second gang shooting incident

WESLEY FORD|Published

Woodstock police are investigating an attempted murder of a 16-year-old male, shot multiple times in Salt River, raising concerns over gang violence in the community. ...

Book review: Taking the Anxiety out of AI

Karen Watkins|Published

Discover how to transform your relationship with artificial intelligence in Sameer Rawjee's 'Taking the Anxiety out of AI'. This insightful review reveals practical ...

Musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at premieres at Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Waterfront Theatre School for the South African premiere of the acclaimed West End musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at Artscape from July 9 to 19. This ...

The evolution water engineering with Raoul De Villiers at the Egyptian Society

WESLEY FORD|Published

Join private Mathematics teacher Raoul De Villiers at the Egyptian Society of South Africa meeting as he unveils the evolution of water engineering, drawing connections ...