Local Stories
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Informal settlements in Cape Metro surge post-Covid, City faces growing strain on resources
The Cape Metro is home to more than 270 000 informal households. And with the state of poverty in the country, the rise of new settlements such as Covid-19 in…
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Kommetjie rock climber seeks support for European competitions in Italy and Switzerland
A nineteen-year old rock climber from Kommetjie, Seth Donald, is looking forward to representing his country on foreign soil but needs help with his flight ticket.
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Three years without functional holding cells at Kensington Police Station raises safety concerns
For the past three years the Kensington Police Station has had no functional police holding cells. This was revealed by Ward 56 councillor Cheslyn Steenberg.
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Volunteers needed at Kensington police Victim Friendly Room
Offering support and kindness to victims of abuse and trauma is the key focus of volunteers at the Kensington Police Victim Friendly Room, and currently the team is looking for…
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Free vehicle safety checks offered for Easter holiday travellers
With the Easter holiday fast approaching motorists are encouraged to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy.
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Dr Jonathan Butler: A dream fulfilled and a life in music
In his mid-20s he had a dream that he was being robed and now, more than 40 years later, this dream has become a reality. On Monday 24 March he…
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The Street Store returns to Green Point: Donate clothing and empower the needy
The Street Store, the world’s first rent-free, premises-free, free pop-up store for those living on the street, returns to the Haven Night Shelter in Green Point on Saturday 12 April…
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Fish Hoek Police Station bids farewell to captain after 36 years of service
After giving 36 years of service to the South African Police Service, Fish Hoek Police Station branch commander Capt Scharl Basson (57) is looking forward to enjoying his golden years…
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Digital space a ‘double-edged’ Christian sword
As Passover approaches the role of faith in the lives of young people continues to evolve. While some embrace traditional religious practices, others explore spirituality in new and unconventional ways.
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Bishop Lavis School of Skills learners experience Table Mountain for the first time through Ignisive outreach project
Learners of Bishop Lavis School of Skills got to experience Table Mountain for the first time on Thursday 20 March, thanks to an outreach project made possible by Ignisive -…
