Watch VideoCape Town crowned Best City in the World at the 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town has been named the Best City in the World for 2025 by readers of The Telegraph, marking the seventh time the city has received this prestigious title. ...

Book reviews: children's books

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Explore the magic of storytelling with our latest reviews of enchanting children's books that inspire imagination and family connections.

World Premiere of Symphony of Bansuri set for Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Grammy Award-winning flautist Rakesh Chaurasia for the world premiere of Symphony of Bansuri at the Artscape Opera House on 2 August, where traditional Indian ...

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.

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 ...

Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra announces Spring Symphony concert series

Staff Reporter|Published

The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra will have a series of Spring Symphony concerts at Cape Town City Hall, featuring renowned conductors, talented soloists, and ...

Cape Town's Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the vulnerable

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town’s historic Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the city's most vulnerable, with family members of the founder serving meals to those in ...

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 ...

Experience Bo-Kaap: Local tourism and cultural heritage

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Tourism businesses and associates were able to showcase their services and products during The Bo-kaap experience at the Schotsche Kloof civic centre on Sunday, ...

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.

Opera's Forest Friends brings opera to life

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town Opera's Forest Friends captivated young audiences at public libraries across the Mother City, introducing them to the joys of classical music through engaging ...

LAMTA Presents BEYOND: A New Fantasy Cirque Experience at Theatre on the Bay

Staff Reporter|Published

Get ready as LAMTA unveils BEYOND, a captivating fantasy cirque experience at Theatre on the Bay from July 17 to 26. Directed by Anton Luitingh and Duane Alexander, ...

Grammy winner Michael Repper to perform at Kayamandi High School

Staff Reporter|Published

Residents of Kayamandi and the surrounding Stellenbosch Winelands are invited to attend the 100-piece Festival Concert Orchestra (FCO).

Ladles of Love all set to serve

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Join the Ladles of Love team as they prepare for Mandela Day, offering volunteers a chance to support early childhood development through creative activities at ...

Muizenberg's Bizo Maxegwana, David Muller, and Fred Abrahamse present two compelling one-man shows at The Baxter

Erin Carelse|Published

The powerful narratives of identity and resilience in two new one-man productions, Blood & Silver and Adaptation of Nikolai Gogol’s Diary of a Madman, will premiere ...

Book review: In search of Nongqawuse

Karen Watkins|Published

Dive into the gripping tale of Nongqawuse, a 15-year-old girl whose prophecy led to one of South Africa's most tragic events. Treive Nicholas's book blends history, ...

Fisherwomen advocate for sustainable seafood practices at Waterfront talks

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

In a powerful discussion, local fisherwomen challenge chefs and restaurateurs on sustainable seafood practices, advocating for their communities and the future of ...

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 ...

Book review: If The Dead Could Talk

Karen Watkins|Published

Dive into Juliette Mnqeta's captivating debut, 'If The Dead Could Talk', where secrets unravel in the picturesque Garden Route, leading to a thrilling exploration ...