Local Stories
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Lotus River residents demand action as council flats deteriorate
Some Lotus River residents claim their appeals for repairs at their flats have largely been ignored, even after several calls to the City.
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Muizenberg Scouts honour veterans with cemetery restoration
A young Scout from Marina Da Gama is hard at work restoring 15 grave sites at Dido Valley Cemetery in the hope of achieving his Springbok Scout badge.
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Masiphumelele learners to debut innovative science projects at Eskom Expo
A group of Grade 7 learners from Masiphumelele are looking forward to showcasing experiments and making their debut at this year’s National Science Expo.
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Christel House receives R1.5 million school bus donation
A non-profit school recently welcomed a new Hino 35-seater school bus, which will help provide more transport access for disadvantaged learners.
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A beacon for the underprivileged
What began as a personal tribute to his grandmother has blossomed into Kids with Hope, a community-based organisation founded by Raymond Twalick in Imizamo Yethu. Drawing from his own journey…
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Bo-Kaap residents urged to comment on future of Strand Street Quarry
Bo-Kaap residents and interested parties have until Friday 30 May to submit their comments on the proposed redevelopment of the Strand Street Quarry site.
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Beijing boffins bring bacon back!
Two Grade 12 learners from Pinelands High School, Christopher Collier-Reed and Adam Gibbon, have won top honours at the international Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition in China for their innovative…
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Surrey Primary celebrates 50 years of resilience, legacy, and community
Despite challenges—from forced removals in 1975 to near closure after a tornado in 1999—Surrey Primary has persevered to proudly celebrate its 50th anniversary.
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Hundreds served at annual Street Store for the homeless in Green Point
“It felt like Christmas”, so explained Ryan Cloete as he dons a brand new and funky camouflage jacket which he got at the annual Street Store.
