Grassy Park Police urge residents to stay vigilant in festive season

Roshan Abrahams|Published

With the festive season approaching, Grassy Park Police warn residents of an expected rise in serious crimes, including attempted murder and vehicle theft. The police ...

Seal at Kalk Bay tests positive for rabies - possible child bite under investigation

Erin Carelse|Published

City health officials confirm a Cape fur seal at Kalk Bay beach has tested positive for rabies, raising alarm over a possible child bite. Parents are urged to seek ...

Author David Shaw pays homage to South African soldiers in WWII in new book

WESLEY FORD|Published

Explore the remarkable journey of David Shaw as he uncovers the World War II history of the 6th South African Armoured Division in his new book, The Italian Campaign. ...

Health department urges HIV and TB patients to ‘come back to care’

Staff Reporter|Published

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has launched a renewed call for residents who have missed appointments or stopped HIV or TB treatment to return ...

Mind-body workshop by the Brahma Kumaris

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Brahma Kumaris for a transformative workshop on November 22 at Blue Peter Hotel, Bloubergstrand. Explore the mind-body connection and learn practical techniques ...

Khululeka Grief Support marks two decades of helping children heal

WESLEY FORD and OWN Correspondent|Published

Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of Khululeka Grief Support, a beacon of hope for countless children and teens affected by loss. Founded in response to ...

“Do You Speak Maths?” – R350 000 in school library resources up for grabs

OWN Correspondent|Published

WCED’s competition invites pupils to show Maths as a language, winning resources.

Empowering youth to combat bullying and violence in South Africa

Fouzia van der Fort and Staff Reporter|Published

Ten Nyanga youth are pioneering a somatically-based intervention to combat bullying and violence in South Africa, led by the Thrive initiative.

Cape Town ready for annual festive lights switch-on

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town is buzzing with excitement as the City of Cape Town prepares for its biggest free, family-friendly celebration - the annual Festive Lights Switch-On.

Cape Town's beaches awarded Blue Flag status for the 2025/26 season

Staff Reporter|Published

Eight Cape Town beaches have once again achieved the prestigious Blue Flag status for the 2025/26 season, reflecting their commitment to environmental excellence ...

Join Dr Sarah Buchner to explore rotating neutron stars with MeerKAT

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Dr Sarah Buchner, science operations lead for the MeerKAT Radio Telescope, as she unveils groundbreaking discoveries about rotating neutron stars and galaxies ...

Public open spaces for housing

Letter to the Editor|Published

The City of Cape Town is considering using public open spaces like Elgin Park for low-income housing. As a community, we must unite to oppose this urbanisation, ...

Catch Seeff Properties at the Glen Road Community Market

ADVERTORIAL|Updated

Anyone living in or visiting the Glencairn area shouldn’t miss the Glencairn Community Market, held on the last Saturday of each month from 9am to12pm (weather-permitting) ...

Pink hijab support cancer awareness

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Hundreds of Muslim women donned pink hijabs to support breast cancer awareness at the Voice of the Cape Radio's annual event, promoting community solidarity and ...

Study finds potentially harmful flavourings in baby foods sold in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A new Stellenbosch University study has found that many packaged foods marketed for babies and young children in South Africa contain flavourings that could negatively ...

Bakkies, the elephant seal, returns to Cape Town's shores

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Celebrity Bakkies the elephant seal returns to Cape Town, prompting public awareness and safety measures.

Community voices concerns as City defends Masiphumelele spatial development plan

Erin Carelse|Published

The City of Cape Town defends its draft Masiphumelele Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) as civic groups and community leaders raise concerns over potential ...

Marching competition to empower youth

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Six schools from the Cape Metro Marching Association (CMMA) will take part in the West Coast Marching Competition in Malmesbury on Saturday, December 6. The non-profit ...

Westridge teen sworn in as Western Cape Child Ambassador

Marsha Bothma|Published

Westridge teen sworn in to represent children across Western Cape.