Gordon’s Bay woman spends about R100 000 a month caring for cats

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Discover how Emma King from Gordon’s Bay dedicates her life to caring for 107 cats, revealing the profound lessons these small animals teach about love and home.

‘Babies who are exclusively breastfed for six months have lower risk of infections’

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Breastfeeding babies for the first six months of life protects them from illnesses and helps them grow strong, said the provincial department of health.

Explore the stunning camellia flowers at Somerset West's wine estate

Staff Reporter|Published

Visitors from as far as Namibia gathered at Vergelegen wine estate on last Friday and Saturday to celebrate the exquisite pink, white and red blooms of Camellias. ...

MENstruation Foundation's Padco factory tackles period poverty head-on

Erin Carelse|Published

A new factory in Paarl is set to transform the lives of millions of girls and women across South Africa by producing Agojie Pads, a high-quality sanitary product ...

Stay informed: Bird flu outbreak near Paarl prompts public awareness

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture has confirmed a serious outbreak of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as ‘bird flu,’ detected ...

Wellington's Qigong practice group invites new members for mindful movement

Staff Reporter|Published

Qigong practice group is calling on interested parties to join the team on Wednesdays from  5:30pm to 6:30pm in their Wellington studio.

Seven Days of Shiraz celebration

Staff Reporter|Published

With a special nod to the estate’s matured Syrahs, enjoy older vintages of their variety of wines; the Pierneef Atelier Syrah Viognier blend, as well as their flagship ...

CoffeMM Academy’s Barista Battle competition crowns three champions

Sibulele Kasa|Published

After intense rounds of brewing and pouring, baristas Vuyo Stemela, Lawrence Walani, and Siyanda Tose claimed victory in the categories of Best Barista, Best Latte ...

Community safety forum: Making Drakenstein safer

Staff Reporter|Published

A community safety forum was launched at the Paarl Civic Centre on Friday, April 1, to ensure safety across the Drakenstein Municipality.

Children’s book explores the solar system

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Join Ray, a curious ray of sunlight, on an exciting journey through the solar system in Karen Ellis's newly published children's book, designed to make learning ...

Ongoing Palestine Solidarity Campaign protests as Cape Union Mart seeks court interdict

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Activists from the Palestine Solidarity Campaign protest outside the Western Cape High Court, challenging Cape Union Mart's legal bid to restrict their actions and ...

Protecting western leopard toads during migration

Tauriq Hassen|Published

As Western leopard toads migrate to their breeding grounds, motorists are urged to be vigilant and help protect these endangered amphibians from road hazards.

Stellenbosch University responds to meningitis death with contact tracing and health protocols

Staff Reporter|Published

The Stellenbosch University said a contact tracing of people who were in close contact with a student who died of meningococcal meningitis is underway.

Stellenbosch University shines at ‘Science Oscars’

Staff Reporter|Published

​​​Stellenbosch University brought home three prestigious accolades at the annual National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)/South32  awards, also known as South ...

Helderberg Baby Saver rescues 15th baby

Staff Reporter|Published

This past week, a courageous mother used the Helderberg Baby Saver — located in the wall of the Choices Crisis Pregnancy Centre on Schapenberg Road, Somerset West ...

Study reveals what makes telemedicine work in SA

Staff Reporter|Published

What drives the success of telemedicine in South Africa? A recent study uncovers key factors influencing patient acceptance and trust in digital healthcare services. ...

Marimba players set a new world record

Staff Reporter|Published

A total of 1,178 marimba players from South Africa and Zimbabwe broke the Guinness World Record for the largest marimba ensemble in a casino in Goodwood on Saturday, ...

Sea Point Fire Station renovations nearing completion

Staff Reporter|Published

The historic Sea Point Fire Station, dating back to 1932, is undergoing significant renovations, now 95 percent complete, ensuring it remains a vital community resource. ...

Keep it local

Letter to the Editor|Published

South Africa is a proud and sovereign nation, forged in the crucible of struggle and defined by its unyielding resilience.

World Ranger Day: A Call to Protect South Africa's Biodiversity

Published

In honouring rangers across the globe, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, called for stronger support to help them protect the ...