Stargazing study shows promise for improving mental health in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

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 ...

Animal rescue workers assaulted and robbed near Siyahlala Clinic in Philippi

Staff Reporter and WESLEY FORD|Published

In a shocking incident, two animal rescue workers fend off an assault while delivering essential veterinary care in Philippi, prompting community outrage and calls ...

Help keep Hout Bay Beach safe this festive season

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Join the Hout Bay Neighbourhood Watch in safeguarding our beach this festive season—your help is crucial for a safer community

Marc Lottering brings Colleen the cashier to life in musical debut

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover the heartwarming journey of Colleen the cashier in her musical debut, as Marc Lottering explores love and laughter at the Baxter Theatre, featuring relatable ...

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

Staff Reporter|Published

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 ...

Carnival to raise funds for troupe

Tauriq Hassen|Published

The Baruch Community Carnival takes place this weekend at the Elsies River Rugby Club.

Festive spirit hits Kronendal Primary

Staff Reporter|Published

Kronendal Primary School held their annual Christmas concert at the school.

Making book buddies at Llandudno primary

Tauriq Hassen|Published

Llandudno Primary School hosted their annual Buddy Book Project at the school last week.

Fake Hout Bay letter doing the rounds promising pounds

Tauriq Hassen|Published

A fake letter promising you millions of pounds is doing the rounds in Hout Bay.

Cape Town vigil mourns children lost to unsafe play spaces

Fouzia van der Fort|Updated

Community members mourn children lost to unsafe play spaces, demanding urgent action for safer environments at a vigil at Cape Town civic centre.

Concert amplifies call against oppression through music, movement and the spoken word

Own Correspondent|Published

The Emancipation Echoes: Concert for Freedom event, taking place at Alexander Sinton High School in Crawford on Saturday, December 6 at 2.30pm, promises to be a ...

Hout Bay gets behind GBV campaign

Tauriq Hassen|Published

The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children – takes place annually from 25 November to 10 December.

Get ready for the festive season at Table Mountain National Park

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

As the festive season approaches, Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) is enhancing safety measures through strategic partnerships, ensuring a secure and enjoyable ...

Help Rape Crisis tackle gender-based violence at inaugural fund-raising event

Staff Reporter|Published

Join Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust for their inaugural fundraising event, 'Safe Houses, Safe Homes, Safe Communities,' featuring the powerful documentary 'Dorpie' ...

Oranjezicht Market starts a new chapter

Tauriq Hassen|Published

The Oranjezicht City Farm Market will be moving to a new location.

Andrew Turner named Fish Hoek Scribbler of the Year

Erin Carelse|Published

On Thursday, November 20, the Fish Hoek Scribblers writers’ group celebrated creativity and camaraderie at their Open Mic event, where Andrew Turner of Hout Bay ...

Cape Town unites against GBV

Tara Isaacs|Updated

In a powerful display of unity, hundreds gathered in Cape Town for the G20 Women’s Shutdown, demanding urgent action against the alarming rates of gender-based violence ...

Sibanye Festival bringing Hout Bay together

Tauriq Hassen|Published

The Sibanye Choir Festival took place in Hangberg over the weekend, which saw Hout Bay schools coming together to perform various singing items.

Mowbray Maternity Hospital introduces new X-ray technology

Staff Reporter|Published

Mowbray Maternity Hospital has unveiled a cutting-edge ceiling-suspended X-ray machine, significantly improving patient care and accessibility for mothers and newborns. ...