A tale of two toilets

Staff Reporter|Published

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

Experience Cape Town's festive lights switch-on: a celebration of community and culture

Staff Reporter|Published

Capetonians are invited to celebrate the Festive Lights Switch-On, a vibrant event filled with dance, design, and community spirit, lighting up the Mother City on ...

CTCRA supports SAPOA's legal challenge against City budget increases

Erin Carelse|Published

CTCRA voices concerns over City budget hikes, joining SAPOA's court case to advocate for fair treatment of sectional title owners.

End of the road for traffic warden, Uncle Charlie

Tara Isaacs|Published

After 11 years of dedicated service, Uncle Charlie, the beloved traffic warden of Kloofnek Road, bids farewell at the age of 70. Known for his warm smile and commitment ...

Red Cross reveals new orthopaedic centre

OWN Correspondent|Published

Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital has unveiled a R90 million state-of-the-art orthopaedic centre, a significant milestone in paediatric healthcare that ...

Fires move from Deer Park to Camps Bay

Tara Isaacs|Published

A wildfire in the Deer Park area of Table Mountain National Park has rapidly spread towards Devil’s Peak, prompting emergency measures as firefighters battle extreme ...

Author turns daughter’s challenges into message of hope

Siyavuya Khaya|Updated

Discover how Lisa Witten's beautifully illustrated children's book, 'My World, My Way', serves as a heartfelt bridge between misunderstood children and the world ...

South African leaders demand immediate sanctions against Israel for genocide in Palestine

Published

South African religious and political leaders unite in a powerful call to end diplomatic ties with Israel, demanding immediate action against the ongoing genocide ...

The Grand Exhibition raises over R30 000 for Rape Crisis Trust

Tamlynne Thompson|Published

The Grand Exhibition, an international burlesque benefit by The Rouge Revue Burlesque Company, successfully raised over R33 000 for Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust during ...

Fires rage in Camps Bay and Cape Town CBD

Tara Isaacs|Published

Firefighters are urgently battling two significant fire incidents in Cape Town today, as strong winds complicate their efforts. The most critical blaze is raging ...

Search efforts resume for missing teenager in Bakoven

Staff Reporter and Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Police divers are back at sea searching for an 18-year-old teenager from Delft, who went missing at Bakoven rocks during a weekend outing.

WOMAD awards honouring Capetonian artists and cultural icons

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Honouring Capetonian Legends: WOMAD SA Lifetime Achievement Awards celebrate the artistic contributions of Marlene le Roux, George Werner, Craig Parks, Pedro Espi ...

Groote Schuur Hospital assumes custodianship of the Heart Museum, celebrating Heritage Day

OWN Correspondent|Published

In a significant move ahead of Heritage Day, Groote Schuur Hospital's Facility Board takes custodianship of the Heart of Cape Town Museum, promising to preserve ...

Brian Ingpen’s book explores South Africa's supertugs

Karen Watkins|Published

Maritime historian Brian Ingpen and sailor David Murray launch 'South Africa Supertugs', a captivating exploration of legendary supertugs John Ross and Wolraad Woltemade, ...

Residents rally to save Camps Bay Library at community fun run

Staff Reporter|Published

More than 200 Camps Bay residents participated in a vibrant community fun run, rallying to protect their beloved library from a proposed sale by the City of Cape ...

Rangers foil robbery and apprehend car break-in suspect

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

A Malawian man was arrested for possessing a dangerous weapon after a robbery was foiled on Pat's Track hiking trail in Cape Town.

2025 Äänit Prize honours African leaders in education and innovation

Staff Reporter|Published

Dr Sunday Ochai, a social entrepreneur from Nigeria, wins the 2025 Äänit Prize for his impactful venture EduRise, which restores education to children affected by ...

Neighbours join forces for a cleaner environment in Signal Hill

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

On World Clean Up Day, volunteers from the Green Point community and SANParks gathered to collect over 100 bags of litter from Signal Hill, showcasing the power ...

City of Cape Town’s bursary applications open for 2026

Staff Reporter|Published

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 ...