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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
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
TALIEP

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…

  • Tara Isaacs
3 min read
Pictured are the stars and winners of the South African Independent Film Festival (SAIFF) 2025, celebrating indie cinema
SOUTH

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…

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
Dr Elizabeth Hoorn Petersen founder of The South African Faith and Family Institute (SAFFI).
SOUTH

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…

  • Tara Isaacs
3 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
Chef Leroy Halford, from Steenberg, has cooked his way from the Cape Flats to some of the world’s finest kitchens.
SOUTH

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.

  • Tara Isaacs
5 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
The public are encouraged to make blood donation part of Heritage Month
BLOOD

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…

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
The Milnerton Playhouse Theatre, situated along Pienaar Road in Milnerton is known for for staging everything from comedies and musicals to thrillers and revues.
THE

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…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Contributors to the 2025 Artscape Women's Humanity Festival, which was launched at the Artscape Theatre Centre, in Cape Town, on Thursday, July 10 and concludes on August 31. In front, from left, are theatre chief executive officer Marlene Le Roux, Police Oversight and Community Safety MEC Anroux Marais, Bush Radio managing director Brenda Leonard and performer and producer Manongi Thusi.
ARTSCAPE THEATRE CENTRE

Women will prevail at the Artscape's Women's Humanity Festival

Women’s challenges and success stories will be shared during the 2025 Artscape Women’s Humanity Festival.

  • Fouzia Van Der Fort
6 min read