Western Cape's crime-fighting struggles: Police commissioner addresses officer shortages and semigration
Theolin Tembo|Published

Western Cape's crime-fighting struggles: Police commissioner addresses officer shortages ...

Stay safe from measles this festive season

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has urged parents and caregivers to ensure that children are fully vaccinated this festive season, as measles ...

Police arrest alleged drug dealer in Sea Point after tip-off

OWN Correspondent|Published

Sea Point police arrested a 48-year-old man for alleged drug dealing after a tip-off from a member of the public led officers to a suspicious transaction along Beach ...

Western Cape Blood Service appeals for blood donations amid critical shortages

Own Correspondent|Published

The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) has issued an appeal to blood donors after stocks of O-negative, O-positive and B-positive blood dropped to critical levels. ...

False Bay shows true steel in 2025

Updated

False Bay's 2025 success built on resilience, grit and grind

Young motorcyclist dies after colliding with stationary truck in Brackenfell

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Brackenfell police have opened a culpable homicide investigation following a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 22-year-old motorcyclist on Monday, December ...

Police foil suspected gun attack outside Wynberg Magistrates' Court

Own Correspondent|Published

Seven suspects were arrested and three illegal firearms, along with nearly 60 rounds of ammunition, were seized in what authorities believe was a planned attack ...

Plain’s knockout kings own the spotlight

Fuad Esack|Updated

Mika-eel “The Silent Assassin” Jacobs makes history in Mitchells Plain

Stellenbosch University graduates one of South Africa’s youngest doctors

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University has capped one of the youngest medical doctors to qualify in South Africa after 21-year-old David Obagbuwa graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine ...

Discover the heartfelt stories in 'Lessons from My Father'

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how educator Steve Anderson and renowned publisher Melinda Ferguson teamed up to create 'Lessons from My Father,' a heartfelt collection of stories that ...

Christmas comes early for children and senior citizens in Kuils River

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The festive spirit arrived early in Kuils River as community organisations hosted a series of Christmas events aimed at bringing joy to children and senior citizens. ...

False Bay safe house urgently seeks funding to continue supporting victims of abuse

WESLEY FORD|Published

With the threat of closure looming, aFalse Bay safe house urgently seeks R180,000 to continue providing vital support to abuse victims. Discover how this organisation ...

2025 a year of sporting greatness — from the back pages to big stages

Fuad Esack|Updated

The year that was — celebrating the athletes, teams and moments that defined Cape community sport in 2025.

World AIDS Day walkathon draws community support in Scottsville

Staff Reporter|Published

The streets of Scottsville, Kraaifontein, came alive on Friday as hundreds of residents joined a World AIDS Day commemoration and walkathon hosted by the Red Ribbon ...

Pretty Woman: The Musical to debut at Artscape in March 2026

Staff Reporter|Published

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Pretty Woman: The Musical arrives at Artscape on March 18, 2026, featuring an all-South African cast. Following its ...

How Rainbow Dreams Trust is transforming lives in Hout Bay

Tara Isaacs|Published

Discover how Rainbow Dreams Trust is making a difference in Hout Bay through its inspiring events, including an awards ceremony and Camp Hope for children battling ...

Scottsdene clinches Unit of the Year award for excellence in disaster management

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The Scottsdene base of the City’s Disaster Risk Management Centre has been named Unit of the Year at the annual volunteer awards ceremony last week.

Digital voucher pilot offers cashless support for people experiencing homelessness

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Mi-change, a voucher system aimed at reducing cash-based giving and promoting long-term rehabilitation, has launched a pilot programme at U-turn’s Homeless Service ...

Xivono Chabalala sings in If You Want Perfection at Theatre on the Bay

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Xivono Chabalala, a talented second-year student from Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy, as he captivates audiences with his rendition of 'If You Want ...

Breakers battle for Undisputed dance glory

Published

Top breakers battle for ticket to Japan to take part in Undisputed world final in Tokyo