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

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…

  • Fouzia van der Fort
3 min read
Cape Town City Ballet principals Kirstél Paterson and Leusson Muniz
CAPE

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…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Robert Chrystie tells his story about his rocky road to recovery.
ADDICTION

‘I lived by my own rules’: Robert's story of recovery.

Discover how Robert Chrystie's battle with alcohol addiction and unemployment led him to a transformative journey of recovery, resilience, and success as a brand co-ordinator.

  • Tara Isaacs
4 min read
Senior Manager at Artscape Simone Heradien
CAPE

City Ballet reveals 2026 line-up

Join Cape Town City Ballet as they celebrate their 2025 achievements and unveil an exciting line-up for the 2026 season, featuring productions like Swingtime and Dracula.

  • Tara Isaacs
2 min read
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.
NOMSA

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…

  • Staff Reporter
  • 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
Living Large is a monthly column about the strange (at least from the outside looking in) lifestyle of a modern, large family.
PARENTING

Spy fairy: The evolution of the tooth fairy in our home

Join us as we explore the evolving role of fantasy characters like the tooth fairy in parenting, revealing how they can comfort children through life's challenges.

  • Lauren O'Connor-May
7 min read