Stellenbosch Municipality welcomes new Peace Officers to boost community safety

Staff Reporter|Published

Western Cape MEC of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, said the 19 newly graduated Peace Officers will help improve community safety in Cloetesville, Kayamandi, and Stellenbosch.

Strand and Macassar volunteers named Rookies of the Year

Sibulele Kasa|Published

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 ...

Stellenbosch mathematics genius awarded Chancellor’s Medal

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University has awarded its top academic honour, the 2025 Chancellor’s Medal, to mathematics graduate Kerry Porrill, just few weeks after she was named ...

Aanhou-Wen care centre unveils newly-refurbished thrift shop in Somerset West

Staff Reporter|Published

Aanhou-Wen Work & Care Centre for Adults with Disabilities recently opened the newly-refurbished Green Door Thrift Shop in Somerset West.

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

Sibulele Kasa|Published

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

Stargazing study shows promise for improving mental health in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A pioneering South African research project is turning to the night sky to address rising mental health challenges, with early findings showing that stargazing can ...

Two suspects arrested after Cloetesville shooting that injured three, including children

Staff Reporter|Published

Cloetesville police have arrested two men in connection with a shooting incident that took place at North End Street on Sunday evening, December 7, which left two ...

Stellenbosch launches youth-driven Tourism Assistants Programme

Sibulele Kasa|Published

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

Combatting period poverty: Empowering girls through education

Alicia English|Published

The New Heritage Foundation is tackling period poverty in South Africa, empowering girls with knowledge and resources to reclaim their dignity and health.

Somerset Mall unveils major expansion: 26 new stores now open in the Helderberg

ADVERTORIAL|Updated

Somerset Mall's major expansion introduces 26 sought-after brands, fulfilling Helderberg residents' desire for premium retail options right at their doorstep.

Mosterd’s Bay section of Strand Beach to close temporarily for safety

Staff Reporter|Published

A section of Strand Beach will be closed to the public from Monday, December 15, until Thursday, January 15 next year to allow contractors to continue work on the ...

Marc Lottering brings Colleen the cashier to life in musical debut

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover the heartwarming journey of Colleen the cashier in her musical debut, as Marc Lottering explores love and laughter at the Baxter Theatre, featuring relatable ...

Celebrating 50 Years: Battswood Teacher Training College Class of 1975 reunites

Roshan Abrahams|Published

On November 29, the Battswood Teacher Training College Class of 1975 gathered in Grassy Park for a touching 50th reunion, rekindling lifelong friendships and celebrating ...

Waste Forum launches at UWC to tackle rising environmental risks of disposable nappies

Staff Reporter|Published

New research showing that disposable nappies can take up to 500 years to decompose, and that South Africa generates about 900 000 tons of nappy waste annually, has ...

Help Stellenbosch police find missing Tumelo Motlhala

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch police have appealed for public assistance to help trace the 28-year-old Tumelo Motlhala, who was last seen on Friday, November 28 at Blaauwklippen ...

Stellenbosch pupil to represent SA at international science competition

Sibulele Kasa|Published

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 ...

Leopards thriving in the Boland Mountains, new survey shows

Staff Reporter|Published

The Cape Leopard Trust (CLT) has completed its latest large-scale leopard population survey in the Boland Mountain Complex (BMC), revealing rich biodiversity across ...

Western Cape renews effort to close HIV treatment gaps on World AIDS Day

Staff Reporter|Published

A community event was held at Gustrouw Community Day Centre in Strand on Monday, December 1, where health teams, civil society organisations, and residents gathered ...

Somerset West DIY content creator wins national prize

Sibulele Kasa|Published

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,

Stellenbosch areas to face full-day power outage during Eskom maintenance

Staff Reporter|Published

Eskom has announced that technicians will carry out planned network maintenance on Wednesday, December 10, from 5am to 9pm.