Mitchells Plain schools divert 2.5 tonnes of waste from landfill in recycling challenge

Own Correspondent|Published

Five Mitchells Plain schools have collectively diverted 2.5 tonnes of recyclable waste from landfill after taking part in a recycling competition aimed at promoting ...

In Pictures: A Look at an Ocean View Christmas Party

Own Correspondent|Published

In the township of Ocean View, scarred by gang violence, poverty and hardship, more than 400 children experienced a day of pure delight at a Christmas party organised ...

German hiker dies after fall on Lion’s Head trail

Own Correspondent|Published

A hiker died after falling from one of the trails on Lion’s Head in the Table Mountain National Park on Thursday morning, December 18.

Superheroes and Santa spread festive cheer at Red Cross Hospital's Christmas parade

WESLEY FORD|Published

A heartwarming Christmas parade at Red Cross Hospital delights children with superheroes and Santa, spreading festive cheer to those unable to go home.

Christmas cheer arrives at Aunty Viv's Soup Kitchen in Hangberg

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Aunty Viv Soup Kitchen in Hangberg received a much-needed Christmas boost over the weekend.

New song released on Day of Reconciliation celebrates Cape Town’s resilience

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Music composer and guitarist from Wynberg, Mansoor Jaffer, released his second song and music video titled Mother City Vibes on Tuesday, December 16, to pay tribute ...

Cape Town earns international accolades as top global travel destination

Own Correspondent|Published

Cape Town has received international recognition after being ranked among the world’s leading travel destinations by two publications.

Rise Above Development's Christmas event promotes child safety and community spirit

Roshan Abrahams|Published

On December 10, Rise Above Development (RAD) in Lavender Hill hosted a Christmas event focused on child safety, featuring carols by candlelight and discussions with ...

Western Cape's crime-fighting struggles: Police commissioner addresses officer shortages and semigration

Theolin Tembo|Published

Provincial Commissioner Thembisile Patekile reveals how police officer poaching and semigration are straining crime-fighting efforts in the Western Cape.

Stay safe from measles this festive season

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has urged parents and caregivers to ensure that children are fully vaccinated this festive season, as measles ...

Police arrest alleged drug dealer in Sea Point after tip-off

OWN Correspondent|Published

Sea Point police arrested a 48-year-old man for alleged drug dealing after a tip-off from a member of the public led officers to a suspicious transaction along Beach ...

Western Cape Blood Service appeals for blood donations amid critical shortages

Own Correspondent|Published

The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) has issued an appeal to blood donors after stocks of O-negative, O-positive and B-positive blood dropped to critical levels. ...

Young motorcyclist dies after colliding with stationary truck in Brackenfell

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Brackenfell police have opened a culpable homicide investigation following a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 22-year-old motorcyclist on Monday, December ...

Police foil suspected gun attack outside Wynberg Magistrates' Court

Own Correspondent|Published

Seven suspects were arrested and three illegal firearms, along with nearly 60 rounds of ammunition, were seized in what authorities believe was a planned attack ...

Plain’s knockout kings own the spotlight

Fuad Esack|Updated

Mika-eel “The Silent Assassin” Jacobs makes history in Mitchells Plain

Anne Anthony Isaacs turns 100: A life of resilience and joy

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Former Athlone resident Anne Anthony Isaacs joyfully celebrated her 100th birthday on December 15, reflecting on a life filled with love, resilience, and family. ...

Stellenbosch University graduates one of South Africa’s youngest doctors

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University has capped one of the youngest medical doctors to qualify in South Africa after 21-year-old David Obagbuwa graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine ...

Discover the heartfelt stories in 'Lessons from My Father'

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how educator Steve Anderson and renowned publisher Melinda Ferguson teamed up to create 'Lessons from My Father,' a heartfelt collection of stories that ...

False Bay safe house urgently seeks funding to continue supporting victims of abuse

WESLEY FORD|Published

With the threat of closure looming, aFalse Bay safe house urgently seeks R180,000 to continue providing vital support to abuse victims. Discover how this organisation ...