Celebrating community journalists at RLabs' First Thursdays

Marsha Bothma|Published

Community journalists in Mitchell’s Plain were honoured for their essential role in storytelling during the RLabs First Thursday gathering, marking RLabs House’s third anniversary. The event served as a much-needed opportunity to reconnect and addres…

Don’t throw away those Cannabis leaves – they are packed with rare compounds

Staff Reporter|Published

Analytical chemists from Stellenbosch University (SU) have provided the first evidence of a rare class of phenolics, called flavoalkaloids, in Cannabis leaves.

Join Luna Paige for a night of soulful music in Fish Hoek

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join Luna Paige for an unforgettable evening of soulful music at Sandi's Bistro in Fish Hoek on September 13. Experience her latest project, 'Die Reisigers', and ...

Support mental wellness at the Friends of Valkenberg Trust's charity golf day

OWN Correspondent|Published

Make a difference in mental health: Join the Friends of Valkenberg Trust for their Annual Charity Golf Day at Milnerton Golf Club on Thursday September 25!

Journalists unite in solidarity with Gaza colleagues during vigil

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Capetonian journalists joined the 96th weekly vigil at St. George's Cathedral, in Cape Town, in solidarity with journalists in Gaza on Wednesday August 13.

Earl Mentor celebrates 10 years of impact through youth peacebuilding workshop

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Mentoring Peacebuilders SA celebrated its 10th anniversary with a youth leadership camp themed “Rise, Reflect and Reconnect” at Princess Vlei Eco Centre, empowering ...

Investigation launched after four men shot dead in Muizenberg

Erin Carelse|Published

In a shocking incident, police have launched an investigation into the deaths of four men in Overcome Heights, Muizenberg, following a shooting in the early hours ...

Explore toxic masculinity at the launch of The Penis Dialogues

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us on August 24 for the launch of The Penis Dialogues, a thought-provoking theatrical piece addressing toxic masculinity. Featuring a panel of experts and vibrant ...

Cape Town Cruise Terminal ranks 12th among the world's most beautiful cruise ports

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Cape Town's Cruise Terminal has been named the 12th most beautiful cruise port in the world, according to an eye-tracking study by AllClear, highlighting its stunning ...

Cape art and culture heritage on display

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Two Capetonian artists evoke nostalgia and legacy through their powerful paintings, showcasing their unique stories at the Our Cape Town Heritage exhibition.

Join the Student Teacher Conference at Rustenburg Girls' Junior School

WESLEY FORD|Published

Rustenburg Girls' Junior School invites student teachers to a transformative conference on August 16, aimed at inspiring and equipping the next generation of educators. ...

Medical interns at Groote Schuur Hospital trained to combat intimate partner violence

OWN Correspondent|Published

To mark Women's Month, 50 medical interns at Groote Schuur Hospital received specialised training to sensitively screen for intimate partner violence (IPV) and administer ...

From bariatric surgery to Ironman glory: Tracey-Lee Lusty’s journey of resilience

Erin Carelse|Published

Discover how Tracey-Lee Lusty transformed her life through bariatric surgery and became an inspiration to thousands as The Inspirational Bariatric Triathlete, turning ...

New principals appointed at St James RC Primary and Fish Hoek Primary

Erin Carelse|Published

Desiree Williams and Linda Clarke-Farr have been appointed as principals of St James RC Primary and Fish Hoek Primary, respectively, marking a significant moment ...

Empowering stories from BRAVE Manenberg girls: Overcoming challenges and finding purpose

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

BRAVE Manenberg girls shared their stories of beating gangsterism, substance abuse, being a parent to siblings and wanting to live with purpose at a Women's Day ...

‘Babies who are exclusively breastfed for six months have lower risk of infections’

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Breastfeeding babies for the first six months of life protects them from illnesses and helps them grow strong, said the provincial department of health.

Temporary closure of Muizenberg platform exit for construction work

OWN Correspondent|Published

Commuters in Muizenberg should be aware of the temporary closure of the south-eastern train platform exit as part of the Waves for Change building project. This ...

MENstruation Foundation's Padco factory tackles period poverty head-on

Erin Carelse|Published

A new factory in Paarl is set to transform the lives of millions of girls and women across South Africa by producing Agojie Pads, a high-quality sanitary product ...

CoffeMM Academy’s Barista Battle competition crowns three champions

Sibulele Kasa|Published

After intense rounds of brewing and pouring, baristas Vuyo Stemela, Lawrence Walani, and Siyanda Tose claimed victory in the categories of Best Barista, Best Latte ...

Cape Metro Marching Association's youth camp empowers young leaders

Roshan Abrahams|Published

The Cape Metro Marching Association's transformative youth camp at Eco-Princess Vlei united drill training and life skills, empowering Western Cape youth to make ...