Health department urges HIV and TB patients to ‘come back to care’
Staff Reporter|Published

Health department urges HIV and TB patients to ‘come back to care’

Mind-body workshop by the Brahma Kumaris

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Brahma Kumaris for a transformative workshop on November 22 at Blue Peter Hotel, Bloubergstrand. Explore the mind-body connection and learn practical techniques ...

Macassar teens arrested for imitation firearms and live ammunition

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Two teenagers have been arrested in Macassar after Metro Police officers discovered two modified imitation firearms and several rounds of live ammunition during ...

Khululeka Grief Support marks two decades of helping children heal

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of Khululeka Grief Support, a beacon of hope for countless children and teens affected by loss. Founded in response to ...

Strand triathlete takes on gruelling multisport race to raise funds for local school

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The Strand resident and founder of Community in Action fundraiser (CIA), Carla Annas, is set to take part in the Patagonman Triathlon next month, a full-distance ...

“Do You Speak Maths?” – R350 000 in school library resources up for grabs

OWN Correspondent|Published

WCED’s competition invites pupils to show Maths as a language, winning resources.

Stellenbosch University student’s killer sentenced to life imprisonment

Staff Reporter|Published

The Stellenbosch Regional Court has sentenced 20-year-old Rudolph Hufke to life imprisonment and an additional 30 years for the murder and robbery of Stellenbosch ...

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 ...