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Empowering disadvantaged youth through education and psycho-social support
Since its establishment in 2002 by Meadowridge Baptist Church the LifeMatters Foundation (LMF) has been dedicated to serving the youth of the greater Constantiaberg area. With a focus on disadvantaged community schools, LMF is working tirelessly to h
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Premiere screening of Cape Flats-inspired anti-apartheid film at Artscape Theatre
Locals can get a first look at Athlone ‘85 – a captivating film that tells the story of a student’s rebellious actions during the 1985 anti-apartheid uprising on the Cape Flats.
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SA youth struggling to find work amid high unemployment rates
South Africa’s unemployment crisis remains a significant challenge, with the latest figures from the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) painting a stark picture. The national unemployment rate stood at 32,1% in the third quarter of last year, while
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Western Cape matric class of 2024 sets historic academic records
The Western Cape matric class of 2024 was praised for their historical academic excellence at the annual National Senior Certificate Awards ceremony held today.
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Identikidz helps reunite families on city beaches
Launched on Saturday 14 December, the first weekend of the Identikidz programme saw more than 14 000 children tagged on the city’s beaches.
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Guard against becoming a rip current casualty
On average, 56 people drown because of rip currents in South Africa each year. Rips are the most significant danger beach visitors face.
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SPONSORED | Uniting against GBV: Octotel and Cell C join forces for 16 Days of Activism
In a collaborative effort to address the widespread issue of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF), Octotel and Cell C are proud to announce their partnership in support of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children.
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Diphtheria cases diagnosed in Cape metropole
The Western Cape department of Health and Wellness is calling on calm amid laboratory-confirmed cases of diphtheria.
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Help spread festive cheer to children in need
Mitchells Plain-based Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Love and Hope are calling on support from locals in a bid to spread festive cheer this Christmas.
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Manenberg police deploy extra measures for festive season safety with focused law enforcement operation
With the festive season officially upon us, Manenberg police has deployed extra measures to ensure safety in the precinct.










