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Drakenstein businesses buckle under Compensation Fund delays
Several Drakenstein businesses, including Paarl-based construction firms, are struggling to operate due to severe delays at the national Compensation Fund, leaving companies without valid letters of good standing.
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Whistleblower in court, says she will not be silenced
A female administrator and whistleblower at Drakenstein prison says she is undeterred by attempts to silence her after the prison head had her charged with harassment among other charges. Early […]
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Paarl drivers shine at inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town
Paarl drivers excelled at the Speed Classic Cape Town, with Dawie Joubert winning in multiple classes, while over 150 competitors showcased their skills.
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SA and England will face off in Val de Vie Polo Test Match in November
International polo returns to Val de Vie Estate in Paarl on 15 November 2025, featuring a test match between South Africa and England.
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Tragedie op R44: Bejaarde egpaar sterf op pad huis toe
‘n Bejaarde egpaar van Klapmuts het Saterdagmiddag (25 Oktober) tragies omgekom in ‘n botsing op die R44. AO Christiaan Paulse van die Klapmuts-polisie, het die ongeluk bevestig waarby vier voertuie […]
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Mobility department donates 44 bicycles to local organisations
The Methodist Church in Wellington is among several organisations that received bicycles from the Western Cape’s Mobility Department on Saturday (25 October). Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku handed over the bicycles […]
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Winelands a safer place for residents and visitors this Festive Season
The women and men in blue gathered today (Thursday 23 October) to launch the last of the Western Cape districts’ Safer Festive Season Operations at the Kayamandi Sport Grounds in […]
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Beyond Matric: How to transform your mid-term results into matric final exam success
Standing at the crossroads of Grade 11 or matric, the question “What’s next?” can feel overwhelming. With countless career paths and study options ahead, making informed decisions has never been […]
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Paarl’s DSV Shift cycling academy expands
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde on Wednesday (15 October) attended the opening of DSV Shift Academy’s brand new facility at the Faure Street Stadium in Paarl. This will serve as […]
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Survivor speaks of her journey to trauma counselling
Taking the first steps towards healing and choosing a better life for oneself, however steep or high the hill to cross may be, is what trauma counsellor Louise Pietersen strives […]










