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Tara Isaacs

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Cape Town’s amaBele Belles are taking their fight, strength and solidarity to the international stage, with 10 breast cancer survivors set to represent South Africa at the 2026 IBCPC Festival in France.

Cape Town’s amaBele Belles: Breast cancer survivors embrace dragon boating

Join Cape Town’s amaBele Belles as they transform their battle with breast cancer into a journey of strength and solidarity through dragon boating, competing at the 2026 IBCPC…

Marelize Brink, 26, from Oranjezicht, has been appointed as a bassoon cadet in the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra's Young Artist Development Programme.

Meet the three talented musicians joining the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra's Young Artist Development Programme

Discover how three talented musicians from Cape Town are taking significant steps towards their orchestral careers by joining the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra's Young Artist…

The future of the Good Hope Centre remains uncertain as the City of Cape Town says the proposed sale is still under review. An external due diligence process is nearing completion, while the GOOD Party has renewed calls for the sale to be cancelled and the site used for affordable housing.

City of Cape Town reviews Good Hope Centre sale as GOOD Party demands cancellation

The City of Cape Town is yet to decide on the controversial sale of the Good Hope Centre, with the GOOD Party urging a shift towards affordable housing amidst ongoing community…

Lucien Lewin, a former Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra trombonist and Hout Bay resident, has been appointed as the orchestra’s incoming board chair.

Hout Bay musician takes centre stage at Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

Hout Bay resident and former Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra trombonist Lucien Lewin has been appointed as the orchestra’s incoming board chair, with a focus on making classical…

Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke addresses the media during the release of Statistics South Africa’s 2025 General Household Survey  at the Lagoon Beach Hotel on Tuesday, May 26.

Western Cape leads in basic services as national survey reveals deep provincial divide

Discover how the 2025 General Household Survey from Statistics South Africa highlights significant improvements in basic services like electricity and sanitation, while also…

Bree Street Sundays, the car-free, pedestrian-friendly initiative in Cape Town’s inner city, takes place on Sunday, March 22 and concludes with the final event on Sunday, March 29

Experience the last Bree Street Sundays: A vibrant community event in Cape Town

Join the fun this Sunday, March 22, for the second-last Bree Street Sundays, a vibrant car-free event in Cape Town. Enjoy games, family activities, and local shops while…

Leaders including provincial Minister of Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers,Premier Alan Winde and Cape Town Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis unveil the Prestwich Precinct, set to deliver 310 inner-city housing units.

Cape Town unveils new affordable housing development in the city centre

Discover how the newly unveiled Prestwich Precinct in Cape Town's city centre aims to tackle the housing crisis with 310 affordable units, fostering a vibrant urban community.

R230m superyacht marina set for V&A Waterfront. The dual-purpose facility will support year-round catamaran exports, said V&A Waterfront CEO Graham Wood.

Cape Town to enhance marine economy with new R230 million marina at V&A Waterfront

Plans for a new R230 million superyacht marina at Cape Town's V&A Waterfront promise to boost the local marine economy, accommodating an increasing number of superyacht visits…

 Location of proposed reclamation site.

Plans unveiled for R24 billion Granger Bay expansion at V&A Waterfront

Discover the ambitious R24 billion expansion plan at Granger Bay, promising new public spaces and marine infrastructure while raising concerns among local residents about traffic…

Grammy-winning South African DJ Black Coffee performed in 2025

CTIJF continues to unite Cape Town through music and culture

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) is not only one of Africa’s most celebrated music events but also a vibrant cultural platform that brings together diverse…

Tauriq Jenkins, convenor for Save Our Sacred Lands addresses the crowd outside Cape Town High Court

Community protests against the auction of the historic Good Hope Centre

Protesters chant 'Hands off our land' outside the Western Cape High Court as civil society organisations rally against the City of Cape Town's controversial auction of over 50…

Poet and actor Dennis Stander will host his first book launch at the Grande Hotel in Strand Street Cape Town next weekend

Join Dennis Stander for the launch of his debut book, Anthology of a Poet, in Cape Town

Join poet and actor Dennis Stander for an unforgettable evening as he launches his debut book, Anthology of a Poet, at the Cresta Grande Hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy live poetry…

Last Tuesday, February 3, students camped outside the CPUT District Six campus waiting to be placed in accommodation

Students struggle to find accommodation at CPUT as campus facilities reach full capacity

With many students still without confirmed accommodation nearly a week after arriving in Cape Town, families and the community express growing concern. How is CPUT addressing the…

The Home Affairs offices, should it be approved, will be at the Civic Centre in the Cape Town CBD.

Proposed Home Affairs office in CBD aims to reduce long queues

Cape Town residents are set to benefit from a new Home Affairs office at the Civic Centre, designed to enhance service delivery and reduce waiting times for essential civic…

Students sit on pavements in District Six with their luggage, waiting for clarity on student accommodation at CPUT as the new academic year approaches.

Students left in limbo as accommodation crisis unfolds at CPUT

As the new academic year approaches, hundreds of CPUT students find themselves stranded without accommodation, facing uncertainty and distress as they wait for answers.

Some of the members of Cape Town Gospel Choir

Cape Town Gospel Choir invites new voices to audition

Join the Cape Town Gospel Choir and be part of an uplifting musical community! Auditions are now open for singers aged 16 and older, welcoming all backgrounds and experience…

The Kramer and Petersen families share a warm moment with the public at the Nelson Mandela statue before the Freedom of the City ceremony at City Hall, hosted by Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis

Freedom of the City to celebrate the legacy of Taliep Petersen and David Kramer

Experience the heartfelt tribute as Cape Town honours the late Taliep Petersen and David Kramer with the Freedom of the City Award, celebrating their lasting impact on the city's…

Nicolette Tilley witnessed the rescue team bring down the body of the base jumper at Table Mountain on Monday, January 5

Tragic base jumping accident claims life on Table Mountain

A tragic base-jumping accident on Table Mountain resulted in a man's death, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation and raising safety concerns among the public.

Lion Club member Terry Webb  added a fun twist to the day, he had Santa sit on his lap

Santa visits Sunshine Corner Crèche: A heartwarming Christmas celebration

The De Grendel Lions Club brought joy and festive cheer to the children of Sunshine Corner Crèche with a heartwarming Christmas celebration, featuring Santa, gifts, and a spirit…

The Rainbow Dreams Trust ended the year with a bang at its annual Christmas party on Saturday November 22

How Rainbow Dreams Trust is transforming lives in Hout Bay

Discover how Rainbow Dreams Trust is making a difference in Hout Bay through its inspiring events, including an awards ceremony and Camp Hope for children battling cancer.