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Audience members watch the screening of 'Palestine 36' at the Labia Theatre in Cape Town.
CAPE COMMUNITY MEDIA

Palestine 36: A film bridging South African and Palestinian histories in Mandela Month

In the heart of Mandela Month, Cape Town hosted a sold-out screening of Palestine 36, a film exploring the 1936 - 1939 Arab Revolt, reflecting on shared struggles for justice and…

  • Staff Reporter
3 min read
Pictured at the back are co-authors Zaahied Sallie and his wife Nurah Tape, in between them is their son Suhaib Sallie. In front are his siblings Yusuf and Maryam, all from Goodwood.
LITERACY INITIATIVE

Promoting literacy through ‘brain food’ at Bo-Kaap book launch

Discover how a local non-profit is transforming lives in disadvantaged communities by promoting literacy as essential 'brain food' through engaging children's books.

  • Fouzia van der Fort
3 min read
The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) in the Western Cape has announced a taxi fare increase across various routes in the province. From left are: CODETA chairperson Nceba Enge, CODETA secretary Mxolisi Liwani, CATA secretary Nelson Mayezana, SANTACO chairperson Besuthu Ndungane, and SANTACO second deputy chairperson Nazeem Abdurahman.
NORTHERNNEWS

How SANTACO's fare hikes affect Western Cape commuters amid rising fuel prices

SANTACO announces significant taxi fare increases in the Western Cape due to rising fuel prices. What does this mean for local commuters?

  • Sibulele Kasa
4 min read
Traffic officer Andre Rautenbach returned eight-month-old Brett, who was kidnapped from his Camps Bay home on May 3, 2000.
CAPE COMMUNITY MEDIA

Cape Town traffic officer recalls dramatic kidnapping rescue after 26 years

Reflecting on a dramatic rescue that captivated South Africa, retired traffic officer Andre Rautenbach shares his memories of saving baby Brett from a kidnapping 26 years ago.…

  • Fouzia van der Fort
3 min read
The Western Cape Mobility Department has opened applications for its Traffic Officer Cadet bursary programme.
NORTHERNNEWS

Apply now for the Traffic Officer Cadet bursary programme in the Western Cape

Don't miss your chance to apply for the Traffic Officer Cadet Bursary Programme in the Western Cape! Gain a qualification in Road Traffic Law Enforcement and kickstart your…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
From left is the Childline Western Cape team of Ricki Cooper, Anthea Everson, Zizipho Siswana, Anelisa Konjwa, and Nicole Paulsen.
CHILD CARE

Join the fight: Help Childline Western Cape raise R1.5 million at their urgent fundraising concert

Join Childline Western Cape's mission to raise R1.5 million for vulnerable children at the Healing through the Arts concert on March 6. Enjoy inspiring performances and make a…

  • WESLEY FORD
2 min read
Roland Nair of The Rivertones
CAPETOWN

The Rivertones to celebrate reggae icons at Die Boer Theatre

Experience an unforgettable evening as Cape Town's The Rivertones pay tribute to reggae legends like Bob Marley and UB40 at Die Boer Theatre on February 6, celebrating the…

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
Matriculants unhappy with their National Senior Certificate (NSC) results can have their scripts remarked or apply for the supplementary examination later in the year.
CAPETOWN

How the Second Chance Matric Programme can help you rewrite your future

Free Second Chance Matric Programme can help you rewrite your exams and improve your academic future.

  • Fouzia van der Fort
4 min read