How a police captain's comments sparked controversy and a legal battle
Zelda Venter|Published

How a police captain's comments sparked controversy and a legal battle

Children Under Fire: Cape Flats gang violence claims young lives and wounds others

Genevieve Serra|Published

The Cape Flats is facing a tragic increase in violence, with recent shootings leaving children injured and dead.

Austrian paraglider rescued from Lion’s Head crash following recent tragedy

Staff Reporter|Published

A 27-year-old Austrian paraglider was rescued after a crash on Lion’s Head, raising concerns about the safety of aerial sports in the area.

Hiker rescued after drug-related collapse near Cecilia Forest waterfall

Murray Swart|Published

A 20-year-old hiker required rescue after collapsing during a drug-altered hike at Cecilia Forest, highlighting the dangers of substance use in outdoor activities. ...

How a routine drive turned into a nightmare: A family's harrowing encounter with a taxi driver

Marsha Dean|Updated

A Kuils River family faced a terrifying road rage incident when a taxi driver attacked them during their commute. Video footage captures the shocking confrontation, ...

Arrest made in the murder of 14-year-old Alnika Mitchell amid rising gang violence

Murray Swart|Published

The Kensington community mourns the loss of 14-year-old Alnika Mitchell, whose tragic death has sparked renewed fears of gang violence. Police have arrested a suspect ...

Travel and tourism with purpose - ‘Wherever we are, we are always local’, says Tourvest

Partnered Content|Published

Rooted in Africa and shared with the world, Tourvest’s new identity captures its mission to make every journey meaningful, responsible and locally inspired.

5 times your mom would’ve needed Cell C to get through to you (because SA moms don’t play games)

Partnered Content|Updated

Discover the hilarious lengths South African moms go to when trying to reach their children. From missed calls to dramatic WhatsApp messages, find out why switching ...

Khayelitsha rallies for LGBTQ+ rights after homophobic attack on teenager

Murray Swart|Published

Following the brutal murder of 16-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi in Khayelitsha, protests have erupted demanding justice and systemic changes to protect LGBTQ+ youth. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates end 2025 as South Africa’s undisputed team to beat

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Orlando Pirates have emerged as the team to beat, as they ended the year with their second trophy of the season while also leading the way in the Betway Premiership. ...

Cape Town, We Want Your Ramadan Recipes!

Staff Reporter|Published

Be Part of the Flavours of Ramadan** Community Cookbook**

Groundbreaking surgery at Tygerberg Hospital offers new hope for limb reconstruction

Staff Reporter|Published

Tygerberg Hospital has achieved a historic milestone by performing South Africa's first fully internal bone transport and limb-lengthening surgery, offering new ...

Cape Town's overdue library books: Why 'Wimpy Kid' remains a favourite

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town's libraries report a significant number of overdue 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' books as they prepare for the upcoming Fine Free Week, highlighting the series' ...

Nelspruit granny fatally stabbed during Bontehuewel smash-and-grab robbery

Genevieve Serra|Published

The tragic murder of Karin van Aardt near Cape Town International Airport has sparked outrage and calls for action against the escalating crime crisis in South Africa. ...

DJ Masoodah is off the market: celebrating her engagement and new beginnings

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

The Cape Town DJ and radio presenter got engaged to her boyfriend-now-fiancé, complete with a romantic photoshoot that had fans gushing.

Cell C now available at iStore nationwide

Partnered Content|Published

iStore now offers Cell C plans, upgrades and trade-ins, giving customers more choice and convenience.

NSRI saves paddle boarders and children from drowning in Western Cape

Murray Swart|Published

NSRI crews in Cape Town responded to three separate rescue incidents over the weekend, saving paddle boarders and two young cousins from drowning as strong winds ...

Global street culture takes centre stage at V&A Waterfront

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town's V&A Waterfront transformed into a vibrant hub of global street culture during the FUJIFILM Instax Undisputed Breaking World Championship, showcasing ...

Five suspected extortionists arrested after high-speed chase in Gugulethu

Staff Reporter|Published

Five suspected extortionists were arrested in Gugulethu after a high-speed chase, with police seizing cash and a hijacked vehicle during the operation.

Western Cape's festive road safety campaign to safeguard holiday travellers

Murray Swart|Published

The Western Cape Government has initiated a major road safety campaign for the festive season, deploying over 600 officers and 300 vehicles to ensure safe travels ...