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Sanccob has heightened biosecurity measures after an African Penguin tested positive for HPAI, amid rising cases among seabirds in the Western Cape. The public is urged not to handle affected birds, while Sanccob focuses on testing and rehabilitating seabirds. Strict protocols and public cooperation are vital to combat this outbreak.
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The dates for the 2026 Ndlovu Youth Choir SA Tour have been announced. The 15 choristers and three-piece band promise to take audiences on an emotional roller-coaster ride, bringing passion, precision and heart to their South African shows next year.
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Tutu Foundation launches global Letters for Peace campaign. Share your peace message for digital Peace Wall at Cape Town lecture. Free tickets available.
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Cape Town SPCA had calmer Guy Fawkes night with only 7 fireworks incidents from 51 calls, thanks to law enforcement collaboration efforts.
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More than 180 dogs and 80 handlers from across South Africa descended on Milnerton’s Theo Marais Sports Ground last weekend for the prestigious Kusa (Kennel Union of Southern Africa) Classic Dog Sport Weekend.
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The Irma Stern Museum in South Africa closed indefinitely on October 31, 2025, after ending its 56-year partnership with the University of Cape Town. This has led to public outcry for transparency regarding financial decisions and the museum’s future. Calls for governmental intervention highlight concerns over cultural heritage preservation.
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Western Cape boosts disability funding to R224M, supporting 221 organizations. Mossel Bay aims to become SA’s first disability-friendly town.
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WO Joseph Swartbooi retired from the South African Police Service after 36 years, recognized for his professionalism and integrity in law enforcement communications. As a trusted spokesperson since 2018, he facilitated transparent communication between police and the public. His retirement marks the end of a significant era in police communications for the Western Cape.
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A Cape Town man, Eric Victor du Preez, was sentenced for fraudulently impersonating an SPCA inspector using forged qualifications. Convicted after an investigation that began in August, his actions posed public safety risks. This case highlights the necessity of thorough vetting in organizations with legal enforcement powers, ensuring animal welfare integrity.
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Western Cape students excelled at the South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) awards, with Moied Baleg and Ivy Williams winning prestigious gold medals for high school and primary categories, respectively. The province’s schools received top honors, reflecting outstanding math education. Notable stories of inclusion were also highlighted during the ceremony.
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