Strand library to host Children’s Book and Story Festival

Staff Reporter|Published

The upcoming 2025 Children’s Book and Story Festival is expected to bring together a diverse line-up of 11 authors on Thursday,  October 25, from 10am until noon.

Stellenbosch art exhibition opens doors free to the public

Staff Reporter|Published

Art lovers are invited to an exhibition at the PJ Olivier Art Centre at 3 Blom Road, Stellenbosch. The creative work of the members of Stellenbosch Art Association ...

Closure of certain Cape Town mini-bus taxi routes comes into effect

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Mobility Department has confirmed that from Wednesday, September 17, several mini-bus taxi routes in Cape Town will be closed for a period of 30 ...

The Routes of Sound music event returns to Stellenbosch

Staff Reporter|Published

Playwright and visual artist Brett Bailey and Third World Bunfight will once again present The Routes of Sound at Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch from Friday, September ...

'A Night in Song' show to boost entrepreneurship skills among pupils in Strand

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Cape Town musicians Emo Adams, Don Vino, Mujahid George and a live band will take to the stage at the Strand Townhall on Saturday, November 25.

New drug target identified in fight against deadly malaria parasite

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University (SU) researchers have identified three tiny proteins in the malaria parasite that could open the door to new treatments for the disease. ...

Romania's rich tapestry: A personal account by Anne Taylor

Staff Reporter|Published

Romania will feature prominently in the topic of the U3A Helderberg meeting to be held at the Dutch Reformed Church, 82 Firmount Road, Monte Sereno, Somerset West, ...

Gordon’s Bay Public Library's first silent book club brings community together

Staff Reporter|Published

Gordon’s Bay library hosted its first-ever Silent Book Club on Friday, September 12, introducing a fresh and engaging way for the community to enjoy reading together ...

Literacy Day comes alive with Eva van Belle's book launch at Strand Library

Sibulele Kasa|Updated

Young faces glowed with excitement when they were enchanted by poet-artist Eva Van Belle during the Literacy Day celebration at Strand Public Library on Tuesday, ...

Community pays tribute to mountain biking pioneer Meurant Botha

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Meurant Botha, 50, widely regarded as a founding father of mountain biking in South Africa, died in a car accident near Calvinia on Saturday, September 13.

How Idas Valley Primary is cultivating community spirit through gardening

Alicia English|Published

Idas Valley Primary's community garden is flourishing with the support of local residents and businesses, enhancing the school's feeding programme and teaching children ...

Paarl, Strand piano players set to showcase their talent at prestigious music competition

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The pianists William Cass, 12, from Strand and Olivia Malan, 13, from Paarl will be among those participating in the Hubert van der Spuy National Music Competition ...

Join the auditions for The Penis Dialogues: A musical tackling toxic masculinity

Staff Reporter|Published

Clive Barrows Productions invites dynamic actors, dancers, and singers to audition for The Penis Dialogues, a thought-provoking musical that challenges societal ...

Discover exquisite artworks at a free exhibition in Somerset West

Staff Reporter|Published

Join local artists Marusa Mason-Sheel, Pieter Coetzer, and Taryn Saayman for a captivating free exhibition in Somerset West, showcasing their latest works on September ...

Final call for Allan Gray Orbis Foundation's high school scholarship programme for Grade 6 pupils

OWN Correspondent|Published

The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation invites Grade 6 pupils with entrepreneurial potential to apply for scholarships, mentorship, and personal development opportunities ...

Don't miss Dr Thokozani Mhlambi's groundbreaking concert in Observatory

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join internationally acclaimed cellist Dr Thokozani Mhlambi for an extraordinary concert experience at Theatre Arts in Observatory on Sunday, October 5. Mhlambi's ...

Abalone storage discovered with units worth over R90 000 in Strand

Staff Reporter|Published

Police arrested a 44-year-old man in Strand for possession of abalone on Friday, September 5.

Alcohol manufacturing facility uncovered in Klapmuts

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Maitland Flying Squad arrested seven people after they found a facility manufacturing illegal alcohol on the R44 in Klapmuts, police said.

Heart health seminar promises expert insight at Helderberg Village

Staff Reporter|Published

The Helderberg Cardiac Support Group is set to host its annual Heart Health Seminar on Saturday, October 11, at the Helderberg Village clubhouse.

Stellenbosch prepares for a pivotal global anti-racism summit

Alicia English|Published

What can we learn from the global anti-racism summit in Stellenbosch? Join thought leaders as they explore the challenges of racial healing and social justice from ...