Stargazing study shows promise for improving mental health in South Africa

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A pioneering South African research project is turning to the night sky to address rising mental health challenges, with early findings showing that stargazing can ...

Waste Forum launches at UWC to tackle rising environmental risks of disposable nappies

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New research showing that disposable nappies can take up to 500 years to decompose, and that South Africa generates about 900 000 tons of nappy waste annually, has ...

UWC study finds traditional medicine could help safeguard fertility in diabetic men

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Traditional medicinal plants may offer new solutions for protecting fertility in diabetic men, according to the new study.

Measles outbreaks escalate in Western Cape: A call for increased vaccinations

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The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness said it has noted an increase in measles outbreaks in areas such as Khayelitsha, Mfuleni, Eerste River, Somerset ...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat celebrates 200 shows

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has reached an impressive milestone of 200 shows, celebrated with cake and festivities at Theatre on the Bay. Since ...

Groundbreaking method utilises dinosaur eggshells for accurate fossil dating

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A groundbreaking study led by a Stellenbosch University researcher has unveiled a new technique that uses fossilized dinosaur eggshells to determine the age of rocks ...

Aquarium celebrates 30 years

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The Two Oceans Aquarium turns 30 this month and will celebrate with various activities to mark the milestone birthday.

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

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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 ...

Avoiding scams: Why purchasing from secondary markets can cost you

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Thinking about Facebook Marketplace, Viagogo or Gumtree for that sold out concert ticket? You may be putting yourself in danger and become the victim of fraud.

Everyday products behind hundreds of poisoning cases in Western Cape

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Poisons information helpline in the Western Cape revealed that from the beginning of this year until the end of June, there were 6,142 reported poisoning cases, ...

Western Cape health department raises alarm on declining infant immunisation rates

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The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has raised concern over a decline in infant immunisation coverage, warning that the drop could expose hundreds ...

Artists invited to audition for ‘The Penis Dialogues’

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Exciting auditions are set to begin for 'The Penis Dialogues', a thought-provoking musical theatre production that challenges societal norms and explores toxic masculinity. ...

A tale of two toilets

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Discover the poignant story of Mansoor Jaffer, a lifelong activist and writer, as he recounts his harrowing experience in solitary confinement and the unexpected ...

City of Cape Town’s bursary applications open for 2026

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The City of Cape Town’s training and development department is offering financial support to students that reside within Cape Town and are registered at accredited ...

Kenny G brings his saxophone to GrandWest

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The legendary saxophonist Kenny G will bring his smooth jazz magic to South Africa, playing in the Grand Arena at GrandWest on Thursday, October 2.

New drug target identified in fight against deadly malaria parasite

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Stellenbosch University (SU) researchers have identified three tiny proteins in the malaria parasite that could open the door to new treatments for the disease. ...

Join the auditions for The Penis Dialogues: A musical tackling toxic masculinity

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Clive Barrows Productions invites dynamic actors, dancers, and singers to audition for The Penis Dialogues, a thought-provoking musical that challenges societal ...

Settle your fines at the Traffic Fine Roadshow in Parow

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Motorists will have an opportunity to settle outstanding fines and warrants at the Parow Civic Centre from Friday, September 12 until Thursday, September 18.

WCBS urges the public to make blood donation part of Heritage Month

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Join the Western Cape Blood Service's campaign this Heritage Month and discover how your blood donation can save lives. Embrace the theme 'Giving Is in My Blood' ...

New musical to premiere at Milnerton Playhouse

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Join the Milnerton Players this Spring for 'The Long Way Home', a vibrant jukebox musical that takes audiences on an emotional journey through music, memory, and ...

WomHub creating new opportunities

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WomHub creating new opportunities for women.

Revolutionary robotic surgery: Tygerberg Hospital's first living donor kidney procedure

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Tygerberg Hospital has successfully performed South Africa’s first living donor kidney removal using robotic surgery technology.

Pharmaceutical pollution crisis revealed by Hout Bay’s mussels

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The alarming findings from Hout Bay's mussels highlight a critical pollution crisis, raising urgent concerns about sewage management and public health in Cape Town's ...

How alcohol consumption correlates with fire incidents in Cape Town

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​New research from Stellenbosch University (SU) shows that there is a strong correlation between alcohol consumption and residential fire incidents. ​

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

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