Western Cape's crime-fighting struggles: Police commissioner addresses officer shortages and semigration
Theolin Tembo|Published

Western Cape's crime-fighting struggles: Police commissioner addresses officer shortages ...

Stay safe from measles this festive season

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has urged parents and caregivers to ensure that children are fully vaccinated this festive season, as measles ...

Police arrest alleged drug dealer in Sea Point after tip-off

OWN Correspondent|Published

Sea Point police arrested a 48-year-old man for alleged drug dealing after a tip-off from a member of the public led officers to a suspicious transaction along Beach ...

Western Cape Blood Service appeals for blood donations amid critical shortages

Own Correspondent|Published

The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) has issued an appeal to blood donors after stocks of O-negative, O-positive and B-positive blood dropped to critical levels. ...

False Bay shows true steel in 2025

Updated

False Bay's 2025 success built on resilience, grit and grind

Young motorcyclist dies after colliding with stationary truck in Brackenfell

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Brackenfell police have opened a culpable homicide investigation following a deadly crash that claimed the life of a 22-year-old motorcyclist on Monday, December ...

Police foil suspected gun attack outside Wynberg Magistrates' Court

Own Correspondent|Published

Seven suspects were arrested and three illegal firearms, along with nearly 60 rounds of ammunition, were seized in what authorities believe was a planned attack ...

Plain’s knockout kings own the spotlight

Fuad Esack|Updated

Mika-eel “The Silent Assassin” Jacobs makes history in Mitchells Plain

Kleinberg Primary celebrates Grade 7 achievements at valedictory ceremony

Erin Carelse|Published

Kleinberg Primary School's annual Grade 7 Valedictory ceremony celebrated the hard work and achievements of learners, recognising top performers with certificates ...

Clovelly Seniors group raise R90 000 for local causes

Erin Carelse|Published

Discover how the Clovelly Monday Seniors Golf Group's annual dinner raised R90 000 for vital community initiatives, showcasing the power of local support and generosity. ...

Stellenbosch University graduates one of South Africa’s youngest doctors

Staff Reporter|Published

Stellenbosch University has capped one of the youngest medical doctors to qualify in South Africa after 21-year-old David Obagbuwa graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine ...

False Bay safe house urgently seeks funding to continue supporting victims of abuse

WESLEY FORD|Published

With the threat of closure looming, aFalse Bay safe house urgently seeks R180,000 to continue providing vital support to abuse victims. Discover how this organisation ...

Looking back at the stories that shaped the far south in 2025

Erin Carelse|Published

From major community debates and infrastructure upgrades to sporting milestones, education achievements and the loss of respected local figures, 2025 was a year ...

2025 a year of sporting greatness — from the back pages to big stages

Fuad Esack|Updated

The year that was — celebrating the athletes, teams and moments that defined Cape community sport in 2025.

Pretty Woman: The Musical to debut at Artscape in March 2026

Staff Reporter|Published

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Pretty Woman: The Musical arrives at Artscape on March 18, 2026, featuring an all-South African cast. Following its ...

How Rainbow Dreams Trust is transforming lives in Hout Bay

Tara Isaacs|Published

Discover how Rainbow Dreams Trust is making a difference in Hout Bay through its inspiring events, including an awards ceremony and Camp Hope for children battling ...

Fish Hoek pair earn black belts

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New black belts on the block

Xivono Chabalala sings in If You Want Perfection at Theatre on the Bay

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Xivono Chabalala, a talented second-year student from Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy, as he captivates audiences with his rendition of 'If You Want ...

Youngsters hit sand and surf at beach cricket festival

Fuad Esack|Updated

More than 500 children from communities across the city took part in the 34th Sporting Chance Calypso Cricket Festival at Sunrise Beach.

Breakthrough season and fun in the sun for WP all-rounder Breed and co

Published

WP all-rounder, Josh Breed, soaks up sun and surf at Calypso Beach Cricket festival.