Basil Appollis. Picture: Supplied
OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the free Heritage and Harmony cultural celebration at Maynardville

Quarrymen and Cape Town Male Voice choirs perform in Fish Hoek

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Quarrymen and Cape Town Male Voice choirs for a concert in Fish Hoek, featuring a diverse programme of timeless classics and uplifting choral pieces. Experience ...

Trauma Centre unveils memorial garden to foster community healing

WESLEY FORD|Published

Unveiling a serene sanctuary, the Trauma Centre's new Memorial Garden offers a vital space for healing and reflection, providing comfort to those affected by trauma. ...

Cape Mental Health's call to action: Addressing violence as a mental health crisis

OWN Correspondent|Published

Discover how Cape Mental Health is tackling the urgent mental health crisis caused by violence, as they commemorate World Mental Health Day with a focus on access ...

Zip Zap Circus and Freshlyground share the stage at Artscape

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Zip Zap Circus and Freshlyground for a live show, "Take Me Home," at the Artscape Opera House from November 14 to November 16. This unique production blends ...

Haven Night Shelter Retreat expands capacity to support more homeless persons

WESLEY FORD|Published

On World Homeless Day, the Haven Night Shelter Retreat unveils a major expansion, funded by R12. 7 million from the City of Cape Town, increasing its capacity to ...

Somerset West designer wins Cape Town mayor's festive jersey challenge

Sibulele Kasa|Published

A concept of festive jacket designed by Somerset West resident Marnus Botha won an inaugural mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis’s annual Festive-Wear Top.

Artists invited to audition for ‘The Penis Dialogues’

Staff Reporter|Updated

Exciting auditions are set to begin for 'The Penis Dialogues', a thought-provoking musical theatre production that challenges societal norms and explores toxic masculinity. ...

Vote for Cape Town to win the Travel and Leisure India and South Asia’s best awards 2025

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Help Cape Town secure its place as the best international destination in the Travel and Leisure India and South Asia’s Best Awards 2025 by casting your vote today ...

Victoria Hospital staff unite to save lives through blood donation

OWN Correspondent|Published

Healthcare workers at Victoria Hospital came together on October 7 to donate blood, supporting the Western Cape Blood Service's vital efforts. Spearheaded by Dr ...

Celebrate Johnny Cash in tribute show

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Johnny Cash's life and music in the tribute show SIN AND SALVATION, which explores his journey from humble beginnings ...

Khayelitsha's Mlata claims prestigious WBC Youth Super Bantamweight title

Buntu Gotywa|Updated

Khaya Mlata overcomes first-round knockdown to claim the prestigious WBC Youth Super Bantamweight title at Emperors Palace, joining an elite list of boxing legends ...

Cape duo gear up for Gromsearch global final

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Cape surfers set for Gromsearch global finals

Kirstenhof's June Dickie completes 50km swim challenge for charity

OWN Correspondent|Published

Kirstenhof resident June Dickie, 70, undertakes a remarkable 50km swim in September to raise funds for the Wycliffe Bible Translation non-profit, supporting vital ...

Why community engagement matters in Cape Town's Ward 71

OWN Correspondent|Published

Discover how Ward Councillor Carolynne Franklin emphasises the vital role of community engagement and information sharing in Cape Town, encouraging residents to ...

Protect our owls: Attend the Keurboom Park Association's emergency meeting

WESLEY FORD|Published

Join the Keurboom Park Association's emergency meeting on Monday October 20 to discuss solutions for the alarming deaths of owls due to secondhand rat poison.

Breast cancer results in days, not weeks

Karen Watkins|Published

A ground-breaking test launched in Woodstock promises results in days instead of weeks, helping doctors decide if chemotherapy is really needed and sparing many ...

A tale of two toilets

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover the poignant story of Mansoor Jaffer, a lifelong activist and writer, as he recounts his harrowing experience in solitary confinement and the unexpected ...

Join Miss Metro South pageant in support of the elderly

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the Self-Esteem Group is overcoming challenges to uplift vulnerable communities through the Miss Metro South event, aimed at empowering young girls ...

Experience Cape Town's festive lights switch-on: a celebration of community and culture

Staff Reporter|Published

Capetonians are invited to celebrate the Festive Lights Switch-On, a vibrant event filled with dance, design, and community spirit, lighting up the Mother City on ...