Police apprehend suspect after high-speed chase ended in Muizenberg

OWN Correspondent|Published

Police captured a 43-year-old man following a dramatic high-speed chase that spanned from Wynberg to Muizenberg on July 7, leading to multiple charges including ...

Cape Town's Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the vulnerable

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town’s historic Service Dining Rooms celebrate 90 years of feeding the city's most vulnerable, with family members of the founder serving meals to those in ...

Animal Rescue Organisation welcomes new veterinarian Dr Esté Spies

WESLEY FORD|Published

Discover how Dr Esté Spies, a passionate veterinarian, is set to transform animal welfare at the Ottery-based Animal Rescue Organisation, stepping into the shoes ...

Experience Bo-Kaap: Local tourism and cultural heritage

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Tourism businesses and associates were able to showcase their services and products during The Bo-kaap experience at the Schotsche Kloof civic centre on Sunday, ...

Loki Rothman brings Guitar Addict to Die Boer Theatre

Staff Reporter|Published

Join South African guitar virtuoso Loki Rothman for his captivating show, Guitar Addict, at Die Boer Theatre Restaurant in Durbanville on July 23 and 24.

Opera's Forest Friends brings opera to life

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Published

Cape Town Opera's Forest Friends captivated young audiences at public libraries across the Mother City, introducing them to the joys of classical music through engaging ...

Grammy winner Michael Repper to perform at Kayamandi High School

Staff Reporter|Published

Residents of Kayamandi and the surrounding Stellenbosch Winelands are invited to attend the 100-piece Festival Concert Orchestra (FCO).

Upcoming roadworks along Wetton Road set to enhance MyCiTi bus service

Staff Reporter|Published

The upcoming roadworks along Wetton Road, set to commence in July, aims to improve the MyCiTi bus service. Learn about the expected duration, traffic impacts, and ...

Ladles of Love all set to serve

Fouzia Van Der Fort|Updated

Join the Ladles of Love team as they prepare for Mandela Day, offering volunteers a chance to support early childhood development through creative activities at ...

Teenager brings joy to Lavender Hill with pre-matric farewell celebration

Staff Reporter|Published

Allister Williams, a 17-year-old from Lavender Hill, is celebrated for his humility and kindness during a heartwarming pre-matric farewell party, bringing together ...

Lavender Hill shooting leaves one dead, another injured

Staff Reporter|Published

Steenberg police are investigating a tragic shooting in Lavender Hill, where a 20-year-old man was killed and a 36-year-old injured in what is believed to be a gang-related ...

Affordable education: New early childhood development centre opens in Parkwood

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Discover how the newly opened Parkwood ECD Centre is transforming early childhood education by providing affordable, quality learning in a nurturing environment ...

Urgent action needed on neglected municipal building

Letter to the Editor|Published

Residents of Diep River are raising alarms over a dilapidated municipal building near schools, fearing for the safety of children as the site remains neglected and ...

Enjoy free entry for kids at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden this winter

OWN Correspondent|Published

Explore the wonders of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens this winter. Children and youth under 18 can enter for free, enjoying exciting adventure walks and creative ...

Book review: Death in Pretoria

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

Delve into the haunting stories of political prisoners in 'Death in Pretoria,' where Peter auf der Heyde reveals the dignity-stripping realities of apartheid while ...

Book review: We Are All Guilty Here

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published

In 'We Are All Guilty Here,' Karin Slaughter weaves a tale of suspense and emotional turmoil as Emmy Lou Clifton, the sheriff's daughter, navigates a small town's ...

Remembering Naadir Agherdien: A community leader's legacy of service and dedication

Roshan Abrahams|Published

The community mourns Naadir Agherdien, a leader whose dedication to service and upliftment left an indelible mark on countless lives.

Perivale Primary School's principal recognised for excellence in leadership

WESLEY FORD|Published

Nomaxabiso Ndidi-Lewo, principal of Perivale Primary School, has been honoured with the Excellence in Primary School Leadership award at the prestigious Metro-South ...

Six-year-old Tyler Cupido rescued from flooded road in Parkwood

Roshan Abrahams|Published

Six-year-old Tyler Cupido faced a life-threatening situation when he was swept away by floodwaters in Parkwood, but thanks to the quick actions of neighbourhood ...