Retired official Ian Arendse joins NoStop charity

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The retired provincial government official, Ian Arendse, 63, has joined NoStop non-profit organisation to help strengthen its services.

Honouring Theresa Solomon: The legacy of Mitchell's Plain's beloved activist

Alicia English|Published

The community mourns the loss of Theresa Solomon, a revered anti-apartheid activist and 'mother of Mitchell's Plain', whose legacy of justice and empowerment will ...

Police apprehend suspect after high-speed chase ended in Muizenberg

OWN Correspondent|Published

Police captured a 43-year-old man following a dramatic high-speed chase that spanned from Wynberg to Muizenberg on July 7, leading to multiple charges including ...

Cape Town's Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the vulnerable

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town’s historic Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the city's most vulnerable, with family members of the founder serving meals to those in ...

Animal Rescue Organisation welcomes new veterinarian Dr Esté Spies

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how Dr Esté Spies, a passionate veterinarian, is set to transform animal welfare at the Ottery-based Animal Rescue Organisation, stepping into the shoes ...

Opera's Forest Friends brings opera to life

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town Opera's Forest Friends captivated young audiences at public libraries across the Mother City, introducing them to the joys of classical music through engaging ...

Ladles of Love all set to serve

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Join the Ladles of Love team as they prepare for Mandela Day, offering volunteers a chance to support early childhood development through creative activities at ...

Civic awards honours everyday heroes across Subcouncil 20

Janice Matthews|Published

Discover how Subcouncil 20 celebrated the unsung heroes of Cape Town, recognising individuals and organisations making a real difference in community safety, environmental ...

Empower youth through the Sisanda FunDaytion's Zip Zap Circus initiative

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Sisanda FunDaytion in empowering vulnerable youth by supporting their outing to the Zip Zap circus the day after Mandela Day. Help create lasting memories ...

Justin Schonegevel takes the helm as president of Wynberg Rotary Club

Staff Reporter|Published

The Rotary Club of Wynberg inducted Justin Schonegevel as president for the 2025/26 year during a ceremony at Western Province Cricket Club.

Rotary embraces change at 47th Constantia Rotary and Steenberg Rotaract induction

Janice Matthews|Published

Celebrating a legacy of service, Constantia Rotary and Steenberg Rotaract's 47th annual induction highlights new leadership and a commitment to innovation and community ...

Urgent action needed on neglected municipal building

Letter to the Editor|Published

Residents of Diep River are raising alarms over a dilapidated municipal building near schools, fearing for the safety of children as the site remains neglected and ...

Enjoy free entry for kids at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden this winter

OWN Correspondent|Published

Explore the wonders of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens this winter. Children and youth under 18 can enter for free, enjoying exciting adventure walks and creative ...

DKMS brings blood cancer awareness to Bergvliet High

Staff Reporter|Published

Bergvliet High School welcomed DKMS, an organisation dedicated to fighting blood cancer, for an awareness session featuring ambassador and DHL Stormer, Seabelo Senatla. ...

Cable theft in Plumstead

Letter to the Editor|Published

Cable theft in Plumstead is causing major power outages and costly damage. In response, Plumstead Neighbourhood Watch (PNW) is increasing patrols and expanding its ...

Book review: The Smallest Ones

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Discover the harrowing journey of Popina Khumanda in 'The Smallest Ones,' a tale of survival against unimaginable odds. This review explores her transformation from ...

Help U-Turn provide shelter for the homeless amid stormy weather

OWN Correspondent|Updated

With storms threatening the region, U-Turn urgently seeks donations to expand shelter for the homeless and protect vulnerable individuals from the harsh weather. ...

Wynberg Girls' Junior School U13 soccer team sets off for Dana Cup in Denmark

Staff Reporter|Published

Wynberg Girls' Junior School U13 soccer team embarks on a proud journey to represent South Africa at the prestigious Dana Cup in Denmark this July.

Cape Town Food book launch

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

From street eats to fine dining, the best food, from the Mother City, is being served up for perusal in a brand-new brochure.