From Zimasa to Springboks: Mbovane's mission to create women rugby champions

Buntu Gotywa|Published

Former Blitzbok and Junior Springbok champion Tshotsho Mbovane is cultivating the next generation of female rugby stars at Langa's Zimasa Primary School—the same ...

Dr Quinton Simpson's new book delves into the heart of apartheid

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover the powerful insights of Dr Quinton Simpson in his new book, 'Apartheid Of The Heart: Affirmative Action and Me,' as he navigates the complexities of South ...

Dance production brings restaurant life to stage

OWN Correspondent|Published

Prepare for an unforgettable evening at The Reservation, where dance and drama intertwine in a bustling restaurant setting. Join us at Magnet Theatre this September ...

The Royal Countess Zingara returns with La Dolce Royal

Staff Reporter|Published

After a decade-long hiatus, The Royal Countess Zingara is back with La Dolce Royal, a dazzling production featuring acrobatics, live music, and a sumptuous five-course ...

Tragic murder of teenager Onako Bhesete shocks Philippi East community

Siyavuya Khaya|Updated

The Philippi East community is reeling from the brutal murder of 18-year-old Onako Bhesete, found dead with multiple gunshot wounds. As his family grieves, they ...

Community calls for action as vandalism threatens Monwabisi Beach

Phiri Cawe|Published

Monwabisi Beach faces a crisis as vandalism threatens its beauty and community value. Local residents demand action from the City to restore this vital recreational ...

Groote Schuur Hospital launches initiative to reduce women's surgical backlog

OWN Correspondent|Published

On Women’s Day, Groote Schuur Hospital launched a groundbreaking initiative, 'Informed Choices for Healthy Futures', to address the backlog in reproductive surgical ...

Join the march for change: Honouring Uyinene Mrwetyana at Parliament

OWN Correspondent and WESLEY FORD|Published

Join the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation this Saturday for a powerful march to Parliament, honouring Uyinene and advocating against Gender-Based Violence. Together, ...

School squads gear up for provincial soccer championships

Fuad Esack|Published

Lwazi and Delft South primary schools set to fly the flag for Cape Metropole

Join Dr Sarah Whitehead's marathon journey to support disability awareness and Zimele

WESLEY FORD|Published

Join Dr Sarah Whitehead in her Cape Town Marathon journey to raise funds for Zimele, a non-profit empowering amputees. Her inspiring story of resilience and determination ...

Philippi non-profit hosts sexual partners tournament to promote men's health

Phiri Cawe|Published

Discover how Amandla Development NPO's Male Sexual Partners tournament in Philippi is addressing men's health stigma and promoting wellness through sports and accessible ...

Unstoppable Mgabi: Ninth straight win brings SA boxing title back in sight

Buntu Gotywa|Published

Former SA champion Lwando Mgabi continues his redemption journey with a powerful third-round stoppage of Ayanda Gangqa - his ninth consecutive victory. Just two ...

Litha Primary School receives new soccer kit

Phiri Cawe|Published

On August 15, Litha Primary School celebrated the donation of a new soccer kit from MTN, aimed at inspiring students to embrace sports and physical activity. With ...

Experience the Cape Welsh Choir live at Christ Church Constantia

OWN Correspondent|Published

Join the Cape Welsh Choir for a captivating live performance at Christ Church Constantia on Saturday, August 23, at 2pm. Enjoy a delightful medley of songs, including ...

How alcohol consumption correlates with fire incidents in Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published

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

Hanover Park through to the last round of 16

Published

Hanover Park FC aiming for Coke Cup glory

3RC Celebrates 25 years of empowering youth through education

Roshan Abrahams|Published

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, 3RC (Three Ring Circus) hosted 'The High Five Show' at Micklefield Primary School, a transformative event aimed at fostering resilience ...

Celebrating community journalists at RLabs' First Thursdays

Marsha Bothma|Published

Community journalists in Mitchell’s Plain were honoured for their essential role in storytelling during the RLabs First Thursday gathering, marking RLabs House’s ...

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

Staff Reporter|Published

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