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 an investigation by the NSPCA.

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.

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.

IPSA’s 2025 award recipients call on graduates to lead with humanity in technology

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 ...

Somerset West police investigate murder of woman found shot in her vehicle

Staff Reporter|Published

Somerset West Police are investigating a murder case after a 43-year-old woman was gunned down on Tuesday morning, October 28.

Upcoming road resurfacing works in Somerset West

Staff Reporter|Published

The City will be carrying out road resurfacing work along various roads in the greater Somerset West from Tuesday, October 28 until Thursday, December 18.

Klapmuts community comes together for mental well-being workshop

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch Municipality and Shincheonji Volunteers group hosted the The Leaders Circle Interactive Workshop on Saturday, October 25, aimed at promoting mental ...

Shooting in Lwandle claims life of taxi operator

Staff Reporter|Published

Police registered a murder and two counts of attempted murder for investigation following a shooting incident on Monday, October 27 at around 5pm on the corner of ...

Pupil wins Lions District peace poster contest

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

A Rondebosch pupil won first prize in the district level of the Lions International Peace Poster Contest, inspiring adults to view the world differently.

Western Cape government donates bicycles to promote sustainable mobility

Staff Reporter|Published

Western Cape MEC of Mobility Isaac Sileku handed over 44 bicycles to community organisations in Idas Valley, Stellenbosch, in a move aimed at improving sustainable ...

Stellenbosch University researcher receives R12m grant to study disability and wellbeing in young people

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Dr Zara Trafford, a scholar in disability studies at the Stellenbosch University has been awarded a R12 million grant for her research project that focuses on young ...

Community activists in Cape Town graduate, enhancing skills for spatial justice

Alicia English|Published

Twenty-eight community activists from Paarl and various areas in Cape Town graduated from the Development Action Group' s training course, enhancing their leadership ...

Economist Maarten Ackerman to discuss global economic outlook in Somerset West

Staff Reporter|Published

The University of Third Age (U3A) Helderberg will host economist Maarten Ackerman, who will discuss the global economic outlook. The theme of his talk will be " ...

Friends of Strand library to host book sale

Staff Reporter|Published

Friends of Strand Library will host their monthly book sale on Friday, October 31, from 10am to 4pm, and Saturday November 1, from 9am until noon in the library ...

Experience the elemental beauty of water at Hanien Conradie' s exhibition

Staff Reporter|Published

Fine artist Hanien Conradie’s new exhibition, Water-Verse: Traces of the Traceless, is coming to Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch from Friday, October to Saturday, ...

Avoiding scams: Why purchasing from secondary markets can cost you

Staff Reporter|Published

Thinking about Facebook Marketplace, Viagogo or Gumtree for that sold out concert ticket? You may be putting yourself in danger and become the victim of fraud.

It' s time to take action

Letter to the Editor|Published

Triston Fortune condemns school bullying after Milnerton High incident, calling for stronger protections and urgent action nationwide.