Sibulele Kasa

Journalist

Have your say on the Kerkstraat Sundays proposal in Stellenbosch

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Members of the public are encouraged to take part in a public participation survey aimed at reimagining how Church Street (Kerkstraat) in Stellenbosch’s town centre ...

Fire at a Strand manufacturing firm brought under control: no injuries or damage reported

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A fire that broke out at the premises of Strandfoam off Broadlands Road in Strand on Wednesday, January 21, afternoon was successfully brought under control in the ...

Aan Het Pad Clinic closes permanently in Stellenbosch amid safety concerns

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The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has permanently closed the Aan Het Pad Clinic, with all services relocated to the Cloetesville Community Day Centre. ...

‘There is no such thing as snake repellent’: Volunteer snake catcher shares insight into peak season dangers

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With summer heat driving up snake call-outs across the Helderberg, Somerset West volunteer snake catcher Blackie Swart finds himself facing one of the most demanding ...

Decorative artist transforms Sir Lowry’s Pass Village through art and empowerment

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Internationally renowned decorative artist from Sir Lowry’s Pass, Charlie Vettori, has found a renewed sense of purpose closer to home.

Fire crews make progress on La Motte blaze in Franschhoek

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Firefighters have made steady progress in containing a fire in the La Motte area of Franschhoek, with operations continuing into Monday morning, January 19.

“Stop the Sewage” petition draws close to 3 000 signatures

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A petition launched by the advocacy group Bays of Sewage Helderberg calling for an end to sewage spills has garnered close to 3 000 signatures since the start of ...

Animal Welfare Society Helderberg faces growing pressure from rising intake

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The Animal Welfare Society Helderberg (AWS) has described December 2025 as one of its most challenging months, after responding to a surge in animal intakes, emergency ...

Class of 2025 celebrates matric results

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The matric Class of 2025 is celebrating after the Western Cape achieved a record 88.2% pass rate, the highest since the National Senior Certificate was introduced. ...

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

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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 ...

Toddler, 3, injured in Mitchell's Plain stabbing incident

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Mitchell's Plain police are investigating a stabbing incident in which a three-year-old girl was injured on Monday night, December 29.

Four fatal drownings recorded in Cape Town this December

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Four fatal drownings have been recorded in Cape Town during the festive season, with two incidents under police investigation and two linked to bathing-related activities, ...

Athlone court murder suspect among three arrested in alleged gang-related crimes

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One of three suspects arrested during a Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit operation targeting gang-related violence on the Cape Flats, Rameez Jacobs, 38, appeared in the ...

Brackenfell Christmas lights shine bright for people and animals alike

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What began as a small, personal Christmas gesture in Brackenfell has grown into a heart-warming community tradition that brings joy not only to people, but to animals ...

New song released on Day of Reconciliation celebrates Cape Town’s resilience

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Music composer and guitarist from Wynberg, Mansoor Jaffer, released his second song and music video titled Mother City Vibes on Tuesday, December 16, to pay tribute ...

Young motorcyclist dies after colliding with stationary truck in Brackenfell

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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 ...

Looking back at the headlines of 2025

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As 2025 comes to an end, Bolander looks back at some of the stories that made headlines this year.

Strand and Macassar volunteers named Rookies of the Year

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Two local volunteers, Denise Solomons of Strand and Lleyton Bazier of Macassar, have been recognised among the top 10 Rookies of the Year by the City’s Disaster ...

Somerset West young pianist takes top prize at National Youth Music Competition

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A 17-year-old pianist from Somerset West has been crowned the winner of the prestigious National Youth Music Competition (NYMC).

Stellenbosch launches youth-driven Tourism Assistants Programme

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Stellenbosch has launched a new youth development initiative aimed at improving visitor experiences while creating jobs for local young people.

Stellenbosch pupil to represent SA at international science competition

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A Grade 10 pupil from Paul Roos Gymnasium in Stellenbosch, Albertus Willem van Niekerk, has been selected as one of only four South African pupils who will represent ...

Somerset West DIY content creator wins national prize

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Somerset West content creator and DIY educator Elle Franco has been named one of three national winners in the 2025 Brights Women in DIY Excellence Awards,

Somerset West model wins Best Community Impact award

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Somerset West model Marnus Botha has dedicated his latest accolade to the Somerset West Night Shelter, honouring the organisation’s work with homeless people and ...

Charity builds new classrooms in Helderberg region

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International charity organisation Mellon Educate celebrated major progress on its construction projects to build new classrooms at ACJ Phakade Primary School and ...

Somerset West woman named among Top 3 Inspirational Women of the Year

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Natashia de Wet, of Somerset West, has been recognised with a national award for her work in preventing tons of food waste from ending up in Cape Town landfills ...