Stellenbosch University student’s killer sentenced to life imprisonment
Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University student’s killer sentenced to life imprisonment

Jacaranda Trio to conclude Heidelberg Village Music Society's 2025 season

Staff Reporter|Published

The Heidelberg Village Music Society will conclude its 2025 season with a concert featuring the acclaimed Jacaranda Trio — pianist Albie van Schalkwyk, violinist ...

Drawings by primary school pupils in Strand turn into murals

Sibulele Kasa|Published

New murals at Altena Primary School in Strand have been brought to life by the drawings of the school's pupils.

Creatives reunite for upcoming production of CATS musical opening at Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

The 2025 opening of CATS the Musical will be at Artscape on December 10, featuring a talented local cast and a creative team reuniting after the original South African ...

SaxyVibes fest at the Castle of Good Hope

Staff Reporter|Published

The SaxyVibes Festival, hosted by saxophonist Don Vino will take place at the iconic Castle of Good Hope on Saturday, November 22. Enjoy performances from top local ...

Stellenbosch University admits students suffocated sheep in research experiment

Sarene Kloren|Published

Stellenbosch University has confirmed a serious breach of animal research ethics after students suffocated sheep during a controversial feed experiment, prompting ...

Study finds potentially harmful flavourings in baby foods sold in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A new Stellenbosch University study has found that many packaged foods marketed for babies and young children in South Africa contain flavourings that could negatively ...

Bakkies, the elephant seal, returns to Cape Town's shores

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Celebrity Bakkies the elephant seal returns to Cape Town, prompting public awareness and safety measures.

Mark Haze returns to The Drama Factory

Staff Reporter|Published

South African musician Mark Haze will, after four years, be returning to The Drama Factory in Strand on Friday, November 21 at 7:30pm.

Renowned botanist Leon Kluge to speak at Hottentots Holland Garden Club

Staff Reporter|Published

The internationally-known landscaper and botanist Leon Kluge will be a guest speaker at the meeting of the Hottentots Holland Garden Club on Wednesday, November ...

Four masked robbers target elderly man in Somerset West farm attack

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Somerset West police are investigating a case of house robbery after a 72-year-old man was ambushed by four unknown robbers on Wednesday night, October 29.

Westridge teen sworn in as Western Cape Child Ambassador

Marsha Bothma|Published

Westridge teen sworn in to represent children across Western Cape.

Garden Town Stellenbosch festival: A celebration of nature and horticulture

Staff Reporter|Published

Garden Town Stellenbosch festival will return from October 31 to November 9 to bring botanical displays, insightful workshops, engaging talks, markets and unique ...

Dr Iqbal Survé receives business and philanthropy award and calls for a new human renaissance

IOL Reporter|Published

Dr Iqbal Survé used his keynote address at the 2025 graduation of the International Peace College South Africa to urge graduates to approach revolutionary technologies ...

Zolani Mahola set to support Grammy-winning Gregory Porter

Staff Reporter|Published

Acclaimed singer Zolani Mahola supports Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Gregory Porter on his highly anticipated Love is King concert tour this November, featuring ...

Cape Town and Vegas rola bola artists connect at mirror tent

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Las Vegas rola bola star Axel Perez and College of Magic graduate Merlo Hollenbach share their circus artistry and balancing techniques under the mirrored tent at ...

Somerset West police investigate murder of woman found shot in her vehicle

Staff Reporter|Published

Somerset West Police are investigating a murder case after a 43-year-old woman was gunned down on Tuesday morning, October 28.

Upcoming road resurfacing works in Somerset West

Staff Reporter|Published

The City will be carrying out road resurfacing work along various roads in the greater Somerset West from Tuesday, October 28 until Thursday, December 18.

Klapmuts community comes together for mental well-being workshop

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch Municipality and Shincheonji Volunteers group hosted the The Leaders Circle Interactive Workshop on Saturday, October 25, aimed at promoting mental ...

Shooting in Lwandle claims life of taxi operator

Staff Reporter|Published

Police registered a murder and two counts of attempted murder for investigation following a shooting incident on Monday, October 27 at around 5pm on the corner of ...