Local Stories
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Cape Town man jailed 15 years for R9.2 million Ponzi scheme
A Cape Town man, Andrew Paul Futcher, was sentenced to 15 years for defrauding investors in a ponzi scheme, totaling over R9.2 million.
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Paarl School keeps its crown as Western Cape’s top Casual Day sticker seller
Paarl School in Brackenfell has once again claimed the top spot as the Western Cape’s leading Casual Day sticker seller.
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Teachers lead reported school violence cases in SA
More than 1 million South African learners experienced violence at school in 2024, with younger children and girls among the most vulnerable.
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Lig Loop ‘n ode aan jong kankerlyers
Op 20 Mei 2026 het die Lig Loop by DF Akademie ‘n gemeenskap verenig vir kankervegter Niël Zeeman in ‘n asemrowende suksesaand.
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Operation Prosper soldier to take SANDF, minister to court over conditions at Fort Ikapa
A SANDF member is suing for improved living conditions at Fort Ikapa due to inadequate facilities and health concerns impacting soldiers.
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Twin sisters shine on world stage for South Africa
South African Grade 6 twins Olivia and Leah Kotze competed at the DanceStar World Championships in Croatia, facing dancers from 20+ countries.
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How Cape Town communities are growing their own futures
From pavement soup kitchens to thriving market stalls, community food gardens across the Western Cape are becoming engines of local economic growth.
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Goodwood musician Dr Skietz launches first single from upcoming album
Jamie Conway, aka Dr Skietz, releases single “Ace of Hearts,” reflecting on love, healing, and mental health issues in her upcoming album.
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Parow North residents welcome removal of vagrants from sports complex area
Residents of Parow North express relief after removing vagrants near Jan Burger Sport Complex, though return remains a persistent issue.
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Parow added to Cape Town’s growing list of smash-and-grab hotspots
Motorists in Cape Town have been cautioned against three smash-and-grab hotspot areas in Parow.
