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Les and Rupert Sykes raise a glass to the launch of Pineapple House Interiors at The Palms in Woodstock, bringing their distinctive world of colour, craftsmanship and character from hotel to home

Pineapple House Interiors launches new furniture and décor collection in Woodstock

Born from guests’ requests to take home the décor at Pineapple House Boutique Hotel, Pineapple House Interiors offers bespoke furniture, textiles and handcrafted pieces from its…

There’s still plenty of reason to embrace the last stretch of Cape Town winter.

WATCH: Last chance for winter dining: 7 specials to book in Cape Town

Winter may be winding down, but there's still time to indulge in Cape Town's finest dining experiences. From comforting meals to family-friendly feasts, discover 7 irresistible…

Raise a glass to International Beer Day by discovering a new local brew or revisiting your favourite Cape Town brewery

7 places to celebrate International Beer Day in Cape Town this Friday

Join the festivities this International Beer Day and explore Cape Town's vibrant brewery scene! From exclusive tastings to lively pop-ups, discover the top spots to raise a glass…

Cape Town's seafood scene is packed with flavour.

7 Cape Town spots for seafood boils and shellfish feasts

Explore Cape Town's vibrant seafood scene as diners indulge in flavourful seafood boils and exquisite shellfish platters. Here are seven must-visit spots to satisfy your seafood…

On Friday, July 24, premium beef educator Thelma Maritz, founder of Die Vleismeisie, will host a Steak & Wine Experience at Cellar Collective Wine Bar in Woodstock

Discover the art of steak: Join the Steak & Wine Experience in Cape Town

Join premium beef educator Thelma Maritz for an exclusive Steak & Wine Experience in Cape Town, where you'll learn about different beef breeds, cuts, and wine pairings in a…

From buzzing markets to craft beer halls and Kloof Street bars, here are some of the Cape Town venues screening the match

Catch the excitement: Where to watch South Africa vs Mexico live in Cape Town

Join the excitement as South Africa kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Mexico on Thursday, June 11. Discover the best venues in Cape Town, from the vibrant V&A…

Woodstock. The Woodstock Exchange. Picture: Jason Boud/African News Agency

Experience Woodstock and whisky: Cape Town to host first dedicated whisky festival

Get ready for Cape Town's inaugural Mothercity Whisky Festival on 29 and 30 May 2026, a groundbreaking event that showcases over 100 whiskies and elevates the city's premium…

Silent Disco at Clifton 3rd Beach returns this weekend for what the organisers are calling their final beach event of the season

Explore Cape Town's exciting weekend events: From music to markets

Discover the best of Cape Town this weekend with a vibrant lineup of events, from the Mother's Day Maskandi Fest to the thrilling Cape Town 10K. Whether you're into music,…

Hosted by Solera by Mothercity Liquor, the inaugural Cask & Company evening brought together a room full of women to explore five curated whiskies, each paired with chocolate.

Not just for the boys: Women reclaim whisky in Cape Town

Experience a groundbreaking whisky tasting event in Cape Town, where women take the spotlight and redefine the whisky culture. Join us as we explore curated whiskies paired with…

Acrobatic dancers Hana Mouneimne, from Gardens, and Tariro Daisy Dzere, from Woodstock, are set to show off some moves in Italy.

Support dancers on their journey to Italy: Join their fundraising show

Two incredibly talented young Cape Town acrobatic dancers, Hana Mouneimne and Tariro Daisy Dzere, are gearing up for the trip of a lifetime: representing South Africa at the…

Damian Michael from Milnerton, ceo of a telecommunications company.

Community entrepreneurs make national finals

Four Western Cape business leaders are among the 15 finalists in the 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, securing nearly a third of the national shortlist and highlighting the…

A vehicle damaged as a result of stoning in Lower Church Street, Woodstock.

Stoning incidents pose danger to motorists and cyclists in Woodstock

Motorists and cyclists are strongly urged to stay vigilant when travelling past Lower Church Street in Woodstock, where alarming stoning incidents have been reported during the…

Holding up support signatures of the 2040 Plastic-Free Campaign flanked by ASEZ WAO members from left are Director of ASEZ WAO in South Africa,  Ezra Baek, the control environment officer at the Department of Fisheries, Forestry, and the Environment, Pamela Nxumalo, the province’s director of Waste Management at the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Saliem Haider, professor Catherina Schenck from the University of the Western Cape,  CEO for Center for Regenerative Design and Collaboration,  Abraham Avenant and Estelle van der Merwe, an associate at the FISH Safety Foundation.

ASEZ WAO presents innovative solutions for a plastic-free future

Join ASEZ WAO in their urgent mission to combat plastic pollution, as they present groundbreaking solutions to the provincial government for a sustainable future.

Millie the guide dog will be present at the festival

Support the guide dogs in Spring Festival and photo exhibition

Join the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind at the Oubaitori Spring Festival, a family-friendly event featuring adorable puppies, arts and crafts, and a chance to…

The Temple of Isis in Egypt.

Egyptian Society's Day School returns after a five-year break

After a five-year pause, the Egyptian Society of South Africa's Day School is back, inviting enthusiasts of Ancient Egypt to a day filled with engaging lectures and a delightful…

UWC’s new rector and vice chancellor Professor Robert Balfour.

Professor shares his vision for UWC

UWC’s new rector and vice chancellor Professor Robert Balfour. UWC’s new rector and vice chancellor says his vision for the university is one of collaboration, thoughtful…

Cyclist stopped near the shacks under Lower Church Street bridge in Woodstock. PICTURE: BHEKI RADEBE

Cyclists saddle up against muggings

“It was a nice Sunday morning for a quick cycle to town and back; little did I realise it would change my life forever,” says Robbie Grant. Mr Grant, of Bothasig, is one of many…

Aftershocks of an earthquake hit Cape Town in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Residents recall the morning the earth moved

Like riding in a bus or the rumbling of a truck pulling into a loading bay. This is how some Cape Town residents have described the tremors which hit the Western Cape early on…

Twenty-eight community activists and leaders from across Cape Town and Knysna have graduated from the Development Action Group’s “active citizens” training course. “The active citizens training course is customised to equip communities with a set of tools that will assist them in their advocacy and will better enable them to lobby different stakeholders, particularly government, to respond to housing and human settlements needs,” said DAG programme coordinator Akhona Siswana.

Active citizens

Spreading smiles across Africa

Spreading the highly specialised and life-changing surgical skills needed to bring smiles to the faces of children with facial deformities was the aim of a conference held at a…