Appeal for blood donations as national stocks remain low

Staff Reporter|Published

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has appealed to the public to start the new year by donating blood, warning that national blood stocks remain below ...

Ensemble Strelitzia brings world-class chamber music to Helderberg Village

Own Correspondent|Published

Music lovers in the Helderberg area are in for a treat on Sunday, January 18, when the Helderberg Village Music Society hosts Ensemble Strelitzia for an afternoon ...

Fire crews remain on site as Wemmershoek fire enters fifth day

Staff Reporter|Published

Firefighting teams continue to battle an active fire in the Wemmershoek area near Franschhoek, according to the Cape Winelands District Municipality’s Fire Services. ...

Fashion and fun at the 165th King’s Plate event

WESLEY FORD|Published

Experience the glamour of the 165th L’Ormarins King’s Plate at Kenilworth Racecourse, where thousands donned stunning white and blue outfits, celebrating fashion ...

Fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival returns to Mitchell’s Plain

Marsha Bothma|Published

The fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival will take place at West End Primary School, bringing together more than 90 authors, poets and performers for two days of ...

Police warn against scam using provincial commissioner’s office number

Staff Reporter|Published

Stay vigilant! Provincial police warn against a growing telephone scam impersonating their office. Discover how to protect yourself from fraudsters using the number ...

Kickstart your New Year with Kirstenbosch's spectacular summer sunset concerts

Staff Reporter|Published

Start your New Year with unforgettable performances at the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts this January, featuring international stars like Belinda Davids and ...

Blind adventurer Angela Blackwell and guide dog Jaydee tackle the Pondo Trail for charity

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Angela Blackwell and her guide dog Jaydee on a 60km charity hike along the Pondo Trail, aiming to raise R500 000 for the SA Guide-Dogs Association and inspire ...

Experience a magical open-air movie night while supporting disability rehabilitation!

Staff Reporter and WESLEY FORD|Published

Join us for a magical open-air movie night at Bishops Diocesan College, where community spirit meets the uplifting story of 'The Upside'. Enjoy a night under the ...

Record swimmer from Somerset West raises nearly R65 000 for SPCA during False Bay crossing attempt

Sibulele Kasa|Published

World-record endurance swimmer Howard Warrington has raised almost R65 000 for the Cape of Good Hope Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) after ...

Municipal crews working to extinguish lingering fire at Wellington Wastewater Treatment Plant

Staff Reporter|Published

Fire and Rescue Services from Drakenstein Municipality are continuing efforts to extinguish a fire at the Wellington Waste Water Treatment Plant that first broke ...

Study finds early grade repetition can boost academic performance

Own Correspondent|Published

A new study by Stellenbosch University has found that repeating early school grades can lead to significant and lasting academic improvements for learners who struggle ...

Fuel price relief for South African motorists from Wednesday

Staff Reporter|Published

Motorists will get welcome relief at the pumps, with petrol and diesel prices set to decrease significantly from Wednesday, January 7.

The Stremes to perform unplugged at Sandi’s Bistro in Fish Hoek

Staff Reporter|Published

Join The Stremes for an unforgettable unplugged performance at Sandi’s Bistro in Fish Hoek on Saturday, February 7 at 6.30pm. Featuring Wayne Pauli and Benjamin ...

Prepare for the minstrels parade: Essential road closures in Cape Town CBD

Staff Reporter|Published

Tens of thousands of spectators are expected in Cape Town CBD for the vibrant 'Tweede Nuwe Jaar' Festival parade on Monday, January 5, starting at 11am. Be aware ...

Sandvlei Neighbourhood Watch foils robbery, arrests suspects in Macassar

Genevieve Serra|Published

Three suspects were apprehended by the Sandvlei Neighbourhood Watch while attempting to steal a bakkie in Macassar, following a vigilant patrol that led to the recovery ...

Celebrating heritage: Original D6 Hanover Minstrels gear up for Tweede Nuwe Jaar

Staff Reporter|Published

Final preparations are underway for the official Tweede Nuwe Jaar Festival, with the Original D6 Hanover Minstrels, led by Ziyaad Williams, captured during their ...

Court battle looms as official Tweede Nuwe Jaar festival goes ahead

Own Correspondent|Published

The official Tweede Nuwe Jaar Festival will proceed as planned on Monday, January 5, despite an ongoing court dispute involving a separate minstrel organisation ...

Managing your money better: CASA’s guide to responsible credit use

Own Correspondent|Published

As South Africans embrace the festive spirit, the Credit Association of South Africa (CASA) urges consumers to make informed credit choices. With holiday expenses ...