National Coloured Congress finally launches its manifesto dubbed the blueprint for a brighter future
The National Coloured Congress included 13 policies in their manifesto, including, race, education, health, energy efficiency, unemployment and youth empowerment and the right to work: for a living wage.
Hiking trails closed, guests evacuated after Table Mountain fires
Hiking trails along the mountain and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden were also closed on Sunday because of the fires.
Cops looking into missing ‘no dogs on beach’ signs
Police are investigating the theft of three public information boards from Big Bay and Eden on the Bay that were removed just days after being erected.
Puppy recovers after ingesting drug-tainted human poo
Seven-month-old Larry was rushed to a local veterinary hospital after owner Michelle Lindemann noticed he was wobbling from side to side.
Pinelands robotics team triumphs at world champs beating more than 220 teams from across the world
Team Texpand beat more than 220 teams in Houston, Texas
Plumstead-based academy scoops first place at the first-ever Area South Debate Competition
The learners competed against Cape Academy of Maths, Science and Technology, and South Peninsula High School in the competition jointly organised by three City Libraries, courtesy of ward allocation funding.
Plea for Cape dog owners to adhere to by-law regulations at beaches
The City of Cape Town faces a major problem at beaches where dog owners disobey regulations displayed on signboards and even refuse to remove their canines from the public space when instructed to do so.
Clifton Marais dies after marathon
One of Clifton Marais’s last sentences to his wife Ursula was “this one is for you”, as he hung his Two Oceans Half-Marathon medal around her neck.
Deaf and hard of hearing young adults to take a ride on the wild side at Killarney
They will be taught road safety using drifting as a mechanism demonstrate the importance of control in a safe environment.
‘Death Angel’ at the International Short Film Festival in Germany
The event takes place next month. Co-founder of Touched by Style Community Arts Projects and Films, Nic Matthee, said being nominated was an unbelievable and overwhelming feeling.
Veteran marathon runner dies
Described by friends and family as a super athlete and role model, Siraaj Toefy from Schaapkraal, completed the Totalsports Two Oceans ultra-marathon in a time of 5:30:30 on Saturday before succumbing to a stroke.
Proposed plans for Strandfontein’s development welcomed
Mitchells Plain and Strandfontein residents have welcomed the environmental impact of the proposed Strandfontein coastal node development.
Dutch runners to raise funds for four schools in Mitchells Plain
Dutch runners from the Run4Schools Foundation are aiming to raise R600 000 for four schools in Mitchells Plain at the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon this weekend.
SPCA out in the field assisting animals affected by the recent choppy weather
While mop-up operations were still afoot across the Cape metro yesterday, the Cape of Good Hope (CoGH) SPCA said many animals in Strand, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Kayamandi and Khayelitsha were hungry, cold and tired.
Girl Power Project assists Delft residents, a high-risk area for youths
The project aims to improve safety for young people and women in schools, at home and in public areas, through empowerment and participation of awareness, prevention and interventions programmes.
Stramrood makes history yet again in Western Cape Waters
Extreme swimmer and inspirational speaker, Ryan Stramrood, has made history yet again.
What comes next for Thirsty Scarecrow strawberry blown to ground by gale-force winds?
The famous giant strawberry at Mooiberge Farmstall along the R44 that was blown to the ground by gale-force winds at the weekend might have to be replaced.
Green Cab set to roll out more than 200 electric vehicles
A local taxi service expected to empower women and provide alternative transport is set to roll out 230 electric vehicles within the next five years.
Bicycle technician to cycle for disadvantaged preschoolers
A bicycle technician is gearing up to cycle 1 600 km to raise R38 500 for disadvantaged preschoolers from towns along the Garden Route.
Public school ‘staffing disaster’: Budget cut of R716m has dire implications
A public school “staffing disaster” is on the horizon, the SA Democratic Teachers Union (Sadtu) has warned, as cost-cutting measures come into effect in the Western Cape, leading to the end of substitute teachers.
Delft Technical High School to receive a brand new science teaching and learning centre
Deputy principal Astrid Prins said she was overwhelmed by the opportunity for learners.
Dead baby found along major highway in Cape Town
Crime prevention organisations are concerned about the number of babies being abandoned across the Cape Flats.
Sleep coach and Resurrected Youth Radio create first-ever online DJ performance programme
Sleep recovery specialist and sports scientist Barry Bridges and Resurrected Youth Radio aim to make an impact on the lives of DJs and music producers. They have created the first ever online DJ performance programme within the music space.
Fired up and ready to make music: Beatenberg to release new album
South African-born indie pop band Beatenberg are back with their latest album The Great Fire of Beatenberg.
Welfare groups fear for chicks and rabbits over Easter
The Cape of Good Hope SPCA and Barefoot Rescue has noticed a rise in people gifting rabbits or chicks to children without considering proper care and long-term responsibilities.