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Quinn defined wellness tourism as travel linked to the pursuit of maintaining or improving personal wellbeing, but stressed that it extends far beyond spas, yoga retreats or medical tourism.
WELLNES

Cape Town wellness tourism could drive next wave of global travel, says industry expert

Discover how wellness tourism is transforming Cape Town into a global leader in conscious travel, as ambassador Sharni Quinn highlights the opportunities and challenges facing…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
Jason Vanporppal and his friends in South Africa, after he skateboarded across Africa, so they could build a skatepark in Uganda.
SKATING

The man rolling across Africa: Jason's journey to build a skatepark in Uganda

Three Ugandan skateboarders embark on a remarkable 5,900 km journey across Africa, arriving in Cape Town on May 25 to raise funds for Uganda’s first permanent skatepark,…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
Media personality and entrepreneur Spitch Nzawumbi is set to launch his first Mastandi Pan-African brunch experience at the V&A Waterfront on Sunday, May 24, promising guests more than just food and music
BRUNCH

Spitch Nzawumbi brings African storytelling to Cape Town with Mastandi brunch experience

Join media personality Spitch Nzawumbi as he returns to Cape Town to host the inaugural Mastandi Pan-African brunch, celebrating African cuisine, music, and storytelling on…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
Merlize Jogiat, advocacy and operations manager at Women for Change
GENDER BASED

Cape Town unites against GBV

In a powerful display of unity, hundreds gathered in Cape Town for the G20 Women’s Shutdown, demanding urgent action against the alarming rates of gender-based violence and…

  • Tara Isaacs
2 min read
Volunteers and community groups highlight crumbling TMNP infrastructure.
TABLE

SANParks refutes claims as petition numbers climb

A petition demanding improved safety and maintenance at Table Mountain National Park has reached 10 958 signatures. Activists cite deteriorating trails, neglected facilities, and…

  • Tara Isaacs
2 min read
Partnerships between the CCID, police, City Law Enforcement, private security, and the CPF have contributed to a 35% drop in reported incidents.
CAPE

Crime in Cape Town CBD drops by 35%

Discover how the Cape Town CBD achieved a remarkable 35% reduction in crime incidents, thanks to strategic partnerships and community efforts.

  • Tara Isaacs
2 min read
Pictured in front right, is Palestine Solidarity Campaign coordinator Usuf Chikte, speaking to advocate Ismail Jamie, senior counsel (SC). With them are advocates Uday Naidoo and Naseerah Essa, junior counsel (JC).
COURTPROCEEDINGS

Ongoing Palestine Solidarity Campaign protests as Cape Union Mart seeks court interdict

Activists from the Palestine Solidarity Campaign protest outside the Western Cape High Court, challenging Cape Union Mart's legal bid to restrict their actions and raise…

  • Fouzia Van Der Fort
3 min read
AFRICA

Book review: The Traveller

The Traveller Crossing borders and connecting Africa Thebe Ikalafeng Tafelberg Review: Karen Watkins You are not traveling through Africa until you’ve seen your own country, a…

  • Karen Watkins
2 min read
Scott Ramsay has released his second book, Spirit of Africa. Picture: Scott Ramsay www.LoveWildAfrica.com
LOOT

A visual tribute to the spirit of Africa

Photographer, conservationist, and wilderness guide Scott Ramsay has released his second book, Spirit of Africa, a visual tribute to the continent’s wild places. “This book is…

  • OWN Correspondent
2 min read