Mind-body workshop by the Brahma Kumaris

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Brahma Kumaris for a transformative workshop on November 22 at Blue Peter Hotel, Bloubergstrand. Explore the mind-body connection and learn practical techniques ...

Khululeka Grief Support marks two decades of helping children heal

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of Khululeka Grief Support, a beacon of hope for countless children and teens affected by loss. Founded in response to ...

“Do You Speak Maths?” – R350 000 in school library resources up for grabs

OWN Correspondent|Published

WCED’s competition invites pupils to show Maths as a language, winning resources.

Empowering youth to combat bullying and violence in South Africa

Fouzia van der Fort and Staff Reporter|Published

Ten Nyanga youth are pioneering a somatically-based intervention to combat bullying and violence in South Africa, led by the Thrive initiative.

Cape Town ready for annual festive lights switch-on

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town is buzzing with excitement as the City of Cape Town prepares for its biggest free, family-friendly celebration - the annual Festive Lights Switch-On.

Cape Town's beaches awarded Blue Flag status for the 2025/26 season

Staff Reporter|Published

Eight Cape Town beaches have once again achieved the prestigious Blue Flag status for the 2025/26 season, reflecting their commitment to environmental excellence ...

Creatives reunite for upcoming production of CATS musical opening at Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

The 2025 opening of CATS the Musical will be at Artscape on December 10, featuring a talented local cast and a creative team reuniting after the original South African ...

SaxyVibes fest at the Castle of Good Hope

Staff Reporter|Published

The SaxyVibes Festival, hosted by saxophonist Don Vino will take place at the iconic Castle of Good Hope on Saturday, November 22. Enjoy performances from top local ...

Study finds potentially harmful flavourings in baby foods sold in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A new Stellenbosch University study has found that many packaged foods marketed for babies and young children in South Africa contain flavourings that could negatively ...

Bakkies, the elephant seal, returns to Cape Town's shores

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Celebrity Bakkies the elephant seal returns to Cape Town, prompting public awareness and safety measures.

Enough is enough

Staff Reporter|Published

Peter Smulik voices his concerns over Cape Town' s relentless schedule of events, arguing that the disruption to residents' daily lives outweighs the economic benefits. ...

Westridge teen sworn in as Western Cape Child Ambassador

Marsha Bothma|Published

Westridge teen sworn in to represent children across Western Cape.

Garden Town Stellenbosch festival: A celebration of nature and horticulture

Staff Reporter|Published

Garden Town Stellenbosch festival will return from October 31 to November 9 to bring botanical displays, insightful workshops, engaging talks, markets and unique ...

Dr Iqbal Survé receives business and philanthropy award and calls for a new human renaissance

IOL Reporter|Published

Dr Iqbal Survé used his keynote address at the 2025 graduation of the International Peace College South Africa to urge graduates to approach revolutionary technologies ...

Zolani Mahola set to support Grammy-winning Gregory Porter

Staff Reporter|Published

Acclaimed singer Zolani Mahola supports Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Gregory Porter on his highly anticipated Love is King concert tour this November, featuring ...

South African magistrates protest for better remuneration and working conditions

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

On October 29, magistrates in South Africa gathered outside parliament in Cape Town, demanding better remuneration and benefits, highlighting the urgent need for ...

Cape Town and Vegas rola bola artists connect at mirror tent

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Las Vegas rola bola star Axel Perez and College of Magic graduate Merlo Hollenbach share their circus artistry and balancing techniques under the mirrored tent at ...

Lions Clubs unite for “Pretty in Pink” fundraiser

Staff Reporter|Published

On October 25, five Lions Clubs from Cape Town came together to host a heartwarming ' Pretty in Pink' high tea fundraiser, raising R19,000 for breast cancer survivors ...

Vredehoek residents oppose City's plan to replace historic wall with fake stones

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Four Vredehoek residents are rejecting a City of Cape Town concept to restore a collapsing retaining wall - replacing the century old dry packed wall with fake stones, ...