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Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 2 days ago

Children's book reviews: from unicorns to classics

Book reviews: The Wild Robot and Uglies FTIs

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 4 days ago

Two beloved novels get the Hollywood treatment: Scott Westerfield's dystopian young adult novel Uglies arrives on Netflix, while Peter Brown's heartwarming tale ...

Programme kicks off to cultivate the next generation of young entrepreneurs in SA

Staff Reporter|Published 5 days ago

The African Innovation Academy, in partnership with the University of the Western Cape, is launching a groundbreaking startup accelerator programme for Grade 11 ...

Professor's new book offers lessons for non-profit leadership

WESLEY FORD|Published 5 days ago

Discover essential lessons for non-profit organisations in Professor Eric Atmore's new book, Leading a Non-profit Organisation: Lessons Learned over the Years, launched ...

Cape Town City Ballet brings summer season to a close with double bill

Staff Reporter|Published 5 days ago

Cape Town City Ballet opens the second part of their summer season

Tournament by the Sea set to kick off on Human Rights Day

fuad Esack|Updated 5 days ago

Strandfontein AFC's under-14 Tournament by the Sea is set to take place at Strandfontein sports complex, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday March 21, 22 and 23.

Mass iftar

Staff Reporter|Published 6 days ago

Aqeel Fransman Foundation non-profit organization held a mass street Iftar in Steyn Street, Eastridge.

Youth make purity commitment

Staff Reporter|Published 6 days ago

Dozens of young people joined The Silver Ring Thing movement, pledging to remain abstinent until marriage.

Book review: The First Murder on Mars

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 6 days ago

Dive into the gripping dual narratives of The First Murder on Mars, by Sam Wilson, where dystopian realities clash with privileged lives, leading to a shocking revelation. ...

Portland BMX crew transforms youth through two-wheel passion

Alicia English|Published 6 days ago

A Mitchell's Plain BMX enthusiast is empowering local youth by teaching them bike-building skills and promoting community rides, creating positive alternatives to ...

Westridge Yankees end softball season with 11 trophies

Lonwabo Marele|Published 6 days ago

With a remarkable haul of 11 trophies, the Westridge Yankees have solidified their status as champions in the Cape Town Softball Association's 2025 season.

Orgamites programme teaches children about organ health and donation

OWN Correspondent|Published 6 days ago

Discover how the Orgamites Programme is revolutionising children's health education and organ donation awareness in the country.

Stages Through the Ages at Milnerton Playhouse

Staff Reporter|Published 1 week ago

Stages Through the Ages at Milnerton Playhouse

Zabalaza Festival celebrates 15th anniversary

Staff Reporter|Published 1 week ago

Baxter Zabalaza Theatre Festival celebrates 15 years of transformative and innovative artistic excellence.

Jungle adventure at Children’s Magic Festival

Staff Reporter|Published 1 week ago

Join the College of Magic in Claremont for a thrilling jungle-themed Children’s Magic Festival.

Parents still battling to get kids in schools

Marsha Bothma|Published 1 week ago

The Mitchell’s Plain Community Advice and Development Project are still battling to connect unplaced children to be placed in schools. The MPCADP had a follow up ...

Tech donation boosts Spine Road's robotics programme

Marsha Bothma|Published 1 week ago

Spine Road High School’s robotics and coding programme has received a significant upgrade following a donation from Bet Software of equipment aimed at improving ...

Lentegeur police raids net 500 rounds of ammunition, drugs worth R6 000

Alicia English|Published 1 week ago

In a targeted operation against gang-related crime, Lentegeur police conducted simultaneous raids in Woodlands, seizing 500 rounds of ammunition and drugs valued ...

Cape Town author writes gamers romance because she loves love

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 1 week ago

Lauren O'Connor-May chats to author Shameez Patel, from Goodwood, who has written her fourth book but first romance - about gaming, Comic-Con, Lord of the Rings, ...

Cape Town Opera welcomes three singers and pianist

Published 1 week ago

Cape Town Opera welcomes new members.