AI-generated opera set to disrupt traditional performance

Staff Reporter|Published

A groundbreaking fusion of dance, opera, and artificial intelligence (AI) on show at the Baxter theatre this March by Cape-based Darkroom Contemporary.

Chicago makes return to Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

Owing to popular demand, Showtime Management has announced that Chicago is back in 2025.

From the mouths of babes

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

From misheard lyrics to philosophical observations, these candid conversations with my seven children offer a heartwarming glimpse into the delightful chaos of large ...

Robbery, carjacking trends concern Central police

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Cape Town Central police highlight increases in carjackings and robberies at transport hubs and popular tourist spots.

Sassa beneficiaries can access payments after missed deadline

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Beneficiaries missing the Thursday March 20 deadline for Postbank black cards can still access their grants through a cardless withdrawal system, as confirmed by ...

OceanXplorer reveals Africa's deep sea wonders

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

State-of-the-art research vessel OceanXplorer makes history in Cape Town, revealing undiscovered marine ecosystems and mapping vast underwater territories during ...

HPV vaccine programme being rolled out

OWN Correspondent|Published

The provincial department of Health and Wellness urges parents to vaccinate young girls against HPV, the leading cause of cervical cancer, through a school health ...

Rocking Future expo visits Cape Town High

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Cape Town High School pupils discover career opportunities at Rocking Future Expo

Cape Town Pride Mardi Gras moments

Tamlynne Thompson|Updated

Cape Town's LGBTIQA+ community painted the city in rainbow colours as thousands gathered for the annual Pride Festival, marking a triumphant celebration of diversity ...

Fond farewell after a quarter century of journalism

Chantel Erfort|Published

As Africa Community Media's pioneering first black female editor bids farewell after 24 transformative years, she reflects on the evolution of community journalism, ...

Kentridge and puppet company re-unite for play

Staff Reporter|Published

William Kentridge and Handspring Puppet Company present Faustus in Africa

Book review: Odette

Karen Watkins|Published

Hout Bay author's book follows tale of love and resistance in World War II Paris

A roadmap to starting your business

Steve Reid|Published

I was recently asked if I could write a “how to start your own business” article. I think that is a great idea but want to give suitable content and space to help ...

Cape Town non-profit clinic celebrates 90 years of life-changing paediatric care

Staff Reporter|Published

St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric Care is celebrating close to 90 years of pioneering paediatric healthcare. Founded in September 1935 by the German Pallottine ...

Food waste composting comes to Blue Route

Janice Matthews|Published

Ladles of Love is taking your kitchen food waste and composting it, and the non-profit organisation will launch one of its Feed the Soil pop-up shops at Blue Route ...

International artists create work inspired by Cape Town

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

The journey of four artists who joined a residency programme in Cape Town at The Artists Gallery culminated into an exhibition inspired by the Mother City, titled ...

Doccie tells story of returning D6 woman

WESLEY FORD|Published

“This is part of my legacy, and I want to encourage the youth to always remember where they come from,” says Soraya Martheze who is the subject of a short documentary ...

End of an era for Table Bay Hotel

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Oscar the iconic Cape Fur seal was the last to leave the building when the Table Bay Hotel closed its doors for a major refurbishment last week. The bronze statue, ...

Pride Festival brings rainbows this Saturday

Staff Reporter|Published

The annual Cape Town Pride Festival’s Pride Parade and Mardi Gras will take place on Saturday March 1, bringing to an end the three-week event which started on February ...