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There's nothing quite like a plate of traditional South African food

Discover the top 7 spots for traditional South African cuisine in Cape Town

Delve into Cape Town's vibrant culinary scene with our guide to the top 7 eateries serving traditional South African dishes. From comforting oxtail to colourful umngqusho, these…

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

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…

Hundreds of South African film and television professionals rallied outside Parliament today, Wednesday January 28.

South African film and television professionals demand action outside Parliament: 'Save our jobs'

Hundreds of South African film and television professionals staged a mass demonstration outside Parliament on January 28, demanding immediate government action to save an…

Cape Town City Ballet principals Kirstél Paterson and Leusson Muniz

Cape Town City Ballet to bring ‘Dracula’ to Artscape this autumn

Get ready for a spine-chilling experience as Cape Town City Ballet presents a breathtaking adaptation of ‘Dracula,’ choreographed by the acclaimed David Nixon. This atmospheric…

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…

Pictured are the stars and winners of the South African Independent Film Festival (SAIFF) 2025, celebrating indie cinema

Cape Town celebrates independent film at 8th SAIFF awards

Experience the vibrant celebration of indie cinema as Cape Town's 8th South African Independent Film Festival culminates in a star-studded awards ceremony, recognising the…

 Dr Elizabeth Hoorn Petersen founder of The South African Faith and Family Institute (SAFFI).

MAD exhibition inspires healing

The South African Faith and Family Institute (SAFFI) recently launched its Men Affirming Dignity (MAD) mobile exhibition at the Cape Town Central Library, attracting a diverse…

Chef Leroy Halford, from Steenberg, has cooked his way from the Cape Flats to some of the world’s finest kitchens.

Cooking up dreams from Sullivan Street, Steenberg

Discover how Chef Leroy Halford transformed his humble beginnings in Steenberg into a remarkable culinary career, serving royalty and showcasing South African cuisine to the world.

Professional nurse at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital’s Level 1 Trauma Centre, Nomsa Mokwai, saves lives by night and proudly represents her country on the rugby field by day.

Nurse by night, Springbok by day

On International Trauma Day, we explore the inspiring life of Nomsa Mokwai, a dedicated trauma nurse by night and a Springbok rugby player by day, who embodies the spirit of…

The public are encouraged to make blood donation part of Heritage Month

WCBS urges the public to make blood donation part of Heritage Month

Join the Western Cape Blood Service's campaign this Heritage Month and discover how your blood donation can save lives. Embrace the theme 'Giving Is in My Blood' and make a…

The Milnerton Playhouse Theatre, situated along Pienaar Road in Milnerton is known for  for staging everything from comedies and musicals to thrillers and revues.

New musical to premiere at Milnerton Playhouse

Join the Milnerton Players this Spring for 'The Long Way Home', a vibrant jukebox musical that takes audiences on an emotional journey through music, memory, and the quest for…

Rapper Bravo le Roux from Khayelitsha attended the event. He styled his hair with a graphic of the continent.

Africa Day celebration at Mama Africa

Afrohican event honours African culture, unity and resilience.