Nine arrested in Kuils River hijacking

Police Flying Squad and dog unit officers arrested nine men and seized wads of cash and an unlicensed gun after a car was hijacked...

New wheelchair for Buhlebenkosi

Plastic bread tags have been turned into a wheelchair for an eight-year-old disabled girl from Kraaifontein. Buhlebenkosi Mene was born with spina bifida, and getting...

March against gang violence

Scores of Scottsdene residents marched against gang violence in the area last Sunday.The march was organised by Watsonia Park Action Group. “We want peace...

Lezel’s love of children shines bright

The new programme director of the SOS Children’s Village in Thornton says she wants to demystify the work they do with children who are...

Kangaroo mom provides safety for infants in need

Three years ago, Barbara and Thinus Campher opened up their hearts and home to provide a safe place for babies and children. The couple, who...

Dire need for volunteer counsellors

The founder of a non-profit counselling centre warns there is a “dire shortage” of volunteer child counsellors.Saturday November 4 was National Children’s Day, but...

Diabetes: What you need to know

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with diabetes, take note. If you haven’t been, the take-home message is get checked. And...

Tygerberg Awards for community stars

The unsung champions of the greater Tygerberg area have been honoured at the annual Tygerberg Awards. The awards ceremony in the Celeb Theatre, at Bellville’s...

Heritage square sculptures vandalised

Less than a month after Pampoenkraal Heritage Square was opened to the public, its R500 000 centrepiece art installation has been vandalised. There...

Young artist wins competition

A young Bellville artist has beat thousands of other entrants in an art competition to have his work featured in the Santam centenary calendar...