Daylight roadworks cause lane closures on Nelson Mandela Boulevard this weekend

Staff Reporter|Published

Attention road users: Expect partial lane closures on Nelson Mandela Boulevard this weekend due to essential roadworks. Plan your journey accordingly

Join the winter solstice swim to support NSRI's lifesaving work

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the National Sea Rescue Institute this winter solstice for a meaningful icy plunge! On June 21, South Africans are invited to dive into the sea, dams, or even ...

Sewing second chances for Pollsmoor ex-offenders

Janice Matthews|Published

Hands of Hope empowers ex-offenders from Pollsmoor Prison with skills and employment to help break the cycle of crime.

Join SANBI's Nature Photography Day competition for a chance to win free access to protected area

Staff Reporter|Published

Aspiring photographers can showcase their talent and win exclusive access to South Africa's protected areas by participating in SANBI's Nature Photography Day competition ...

Giempie Vardien's heartfelt concert to fund daughter’s cystic fibrosis treatment

Roshan Abrahams|Updated

Join Giempie Vardien and fellow musicians for a heartfelt concert on June 28, aimed at raising funds for his daughter Mishca's life-saving cystic fibrosis treatment. ...

Man dies after jumping from Hotel Sky

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A man tragically lost his life after a fatal jump from the rooftop of Hotel Sky, prompting investigations and road closures.

How new hybrid workspaces are reshaping work-life balance

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Could a 20 to 30-minute commute transform your work-life balance? New hybrid workspaces are aiming to make this a reality for South Africans.

Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show debuts at Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad for a theatre experience at Artscape, featuring a meet and greet opportunity after the show!

Approved Bo-Kaap hotel proposal sparks heritage preservation debate

Genevieve Serra|Updated

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis confirms the approval of a six-storey hotel near the historic Auwal Masjid in Cape Town, amid concerns from the Bo-Kaap Civic and Ratepayers ...

Boorhaanol Nursery's fun day: Building confidence through sports

Staff Reporter|Published

Boorhaanol Nursery and Pre-Primary School in Bo-Kaap hosted its annual inter-house sports day, showcasing the spirited competition between the Radiant Reds and Beaming ...

Museum of Illusions opens in Kloof Street

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Step into a world of wonder as the Museum of Illusions opens its doors in Kloof Street, Cape Town. With over 60 interactive exhibits, visitors can defy gravity, ...

Woman dies after tree falls at Slave Route Challenge

Se-Anne Rall|Published

A woman tragically lost her life when a tree fell on her during the 2025 Slave Route Challenge in Cape Town

Join Ladles of Love in nourishing children this Mandela Day

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Ladles of Love this Mandela Day to help combat child food poverty and make a lasting impact in South Africa

Pupils taught to nip smoking in the bud

Staff Reporter|Published

Tafelsig pupils were among 2 500 participants in a year-long campaign to learn about the dangers of tobacco use and vaping.

Trapeze artist writes book about healing

Chantel Erfort|Published

It was working as a catcher on the flying trapeze that taught Allan Weppenaar Pedersen about flow – and it was coming close to death that prompted him to finally ...

Expect road closures for the Slave Route Challenge in Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

About 8000 participants is expected to partake in the historic race.

Double grant payment is fake news

OWN Correspondent and WESLEY FORD|Published

With social grants set to be paid next week, Ikamva Labantu urges the public to stop spreading misinformation about double payments, as SASSA confirms no such announcement ...

Africa Day celebration at Mama Africa

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

Afrohican event honours African culture, unity and resilience.

Could the quarry be a decoy for development?

Letter to the editor|Published

De Waterkant resident expresses concerns over the proposed quarry redevelopment and car park, questioning why the green space will also be redeveloped.