Academic and football excellence at Hout Bay’s FTIFA

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In 2023, Hout Bay United Football community (HBUFC) partnered with Fleetwood Town FC of England to establish a football academy in Hout Bay as part of the Fleetwood ...

Local film looks at domestic violence against men

Janice Matthews and OWN Correspondent|Published

Tokai actress turned film-maker and project manager, Samantha Brink, 45, has taken over the reins of Touched By Style, a performing arts group. The community arts ...

Professor shares his vision for UWC

Lizahn Bowers and OWN Correspondent|Published

UWC’s new rector and vice chancellor Professor Robert Balfour. UWC’s new rector and vice chancellor says his vision for the university is one of collaboration, thoughtful ...

Are you ready for the back-to-school traffic?

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As the new school year approaches, roads are about to get busier, so it's important to make sure your vehicle is in good shape to handle the daily grind of school ...

International dance music producer Kaytranada in the city for music fest

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The inaugural Milk + Cookies Music Week South Africa, incorporating the Milk + Cookies Festivals takes place from today, Friday January 3 to Sunday January 12. The ...

Western Cape welcomes 101 New Year’s Day babies

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A total of 101 babies were born in public health facilities on New Year’s Day, with a girl being the first one born seven minutes after midnight. Western Cape Department ...

Farewell, ‘Captain Birdseye’

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Hout Bay's legendary “Captain Birdseye” - always smartly dressed in his full naval skipper's outfit - has sadly stood his last watch, having passed away just before ...

A ‘cracker’ of a show

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After Cape Town City Ballet’s matinee performance of The Nutcracker on Christmas Eve, Artscape CEO Marlene le Roux went onstage to congratulate the company for their ...

172 babies born in Western Cape on Christmas Day

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New mothers around the Western Cape welcomed 172 babies born on Christmas Day this year. The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness confirmed the birth of ...

Pools, beaches and picnic sites closed as crowds head out on Boxing Day

Chantel Erfort and OWN Correspondent|Published

As temperatures soared across the city today, access to public pools and beaches had to be cut off with queues of people still waiting to get inside. With the mercury ...

Best of the Bay competition a great success, says pro skateboarder Johannes

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Cape Town professional skateboarding champion and Guinness world record holder, Jean-marc Johannes, in conjunction with Ziyaad's Skate School and various sponsors, ...

Prevent blocked sewers during festive season

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As the city warms up for summer, more people are out and about, and spaces such as our beaches become a hive of activity. The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation ...

Mother City set to host Undisputed Masters dance battle

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Cape Town is set to host the highly anticipated Fujifilm Instax Undisputed Masters for the first time at the iconic V&A Waterfront on Saturday January 18. The event ...

A visual tribute to the spirit of Africa

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Photographer, conservationist, and wilderness guide Scott Ramsay has released his second book, Spirit of Africa, a visual tribute to the continent’s wild places. ...

New champs crowned at Llandudno Sports Club

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Llandudno Sports Club concluded an eventful sporting year with their annual Squash and Tennis Club Championships. It was all change on the Honours Boards as for ...

Plan for Shark Spotters to keep baboons in check

Erin Carelse and OWN Correspondent|Published

The City has reached a tentative agreement with Shark Spotters to help keep baboons in check on the Cape Peninsula. The mayoral committee has given the nod to the ...

Tokai mom turns assassin for film series

Janice Matthews and OWN Correspondent|Published

Tokai actress Samantha Brink heats up the screen in Uncle Billy, a new locally produced crime-action series. At 45, the mother of one will be reprising the role ...

Triple horse power action at Killarney

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Sparks flew at Saturday’s final round of national drag racing action at Killarney. Milnerton lensman and petrol head COLIN BROWN was there with his camera in hand ...

Win tickets to Jazzart’s celebration of 30 years of democracy

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Jazzart Dance Theatre will commemorate South Africa’s 30 years of democracy with a stirring, emotive and compelling mixed bill - Four Frames of Freedom. The performances ...

Play a powerful reflection on South Africa’s untold history

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No Christmas For Us, an award-winning play written by Nokuzola Zoe Bikwana, brings to light a lesser-known chapter of South African history, set in the townships ...

SICK Pride 2024 showcasing ‘Persistence is Resistance’

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The second annual SICK Pride will take place from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday November 17, on the lawn of the Arderne Botanical Gardens at 222 Main Road, Claremont, and ...

’Plain fest returns with a bang

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Now in its 16th year, the DStv Kyknet Mitchell's Plain Festival, in association with Heart FM and the Plainsman, returns with a vibrant and jam-packed programme, ...

City advertises for festive season baboon rangers

Janice Matthews and OWN Correspondent|Published

Steps are being taken to ensure there will be baboon rangers for the festive season and during the transition to a new baboon management plan next year, says the ...

Palliative care a lifeline for families

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The provincial department of health reaffirmed its commitment to palliative care at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital last Thursday, ahead of World ...

Tips to keep children’s hearts healthy

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Occupational therapist Irvin Mwadira provides support to a young patient and his mother at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. As Heart Awareness Month ...