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14/11/2024

Fresh from their highly successful inaugural season at The Baxter, Cape Ballet Africa will perform extracts from their acclaimed programme SALT at The Drama Factory, until Sunday November 17.

Mia Coomber and Quinton Jacobs in Reverie in SALT. PICTURE: Joan Ward Fresh from their highly successful inaugural season at The Baxter, Cape Ballet Africa will perform extracts from their acclaimed programme SALT at The Drama Factory, until Sunday November 17. SALT features a triple bill of ballets...

14/11/2024

Twenty-eight community activists and leaders from across Cape Town and Knysna have graduated from the Development Action Group’s “active citizens” training course.

Twenty-eight community activists and leaders from across Cape Town and Knysna have graduated from the Development Action Group’s “active citizens” training course. “The active citizens training course is customised to equip communities with a set of tools that will assist them in their advoc...

13/11/2024

Experience the magic of a Sunset to Full Moon Hike at Muratie Wine Estate tomorrow, Thursday November 14.

Enjoy the great outdoors, with an early morning trail run, or an evening hike to enjoy the setting sun. Experience the magic of a Sunset to Full Moon Hike at Muratie Wine Estate tomorrow, Thursday November 14. Starting from the Dirtopia Trail Centre, the 3.5km circular hike offers breathtaking views...

13/11/2024

Non-profit organisation Outside the Bowl Africa, recently provided meals to children at the Mickey Mouse Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre in Paarl.

Non-profit organisation Outside the Bowl Africa, recently provided meals to children at the Mickey Mouse Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre in Paarl. Each child at the centre received a package that included a VitaKidz cookie, VitaKidz porridge, a joy bracelet, and a Maxi Blend Amazing Meals p...

13/11/2024

The Afrikaans Language Museum and Monument (ATM)will host a full moon picnic on Saturday November 16, on the Paarl Mountain.

In support of the ‘Let’s Read!’, the ATM’s literacy project for children, a full moon picnic will be hosted on Saturday November 16, on the Paarl Mountain at the Afrikaans Language Museum and Monument. The Afrikaans Language Museum and Monument (ATM)will host a full moon picnic on Saturday N...

13/11/2024

Bolandse dorpies is welbekend vir hul ryk rugby geskiedenis, natuurlike rugbytalent, passievolle rugbyliefhebbers en die oplewering van vele rugbykampioene; dus toe die Wellingtonse egpaar Jenita James en haar eggenoot, Milton, met die vindingryke idee van ‘n gratis rugby kliniek vir kinders vorendag gekom het, was dit ‘n inisiatief wat hul gemeenskap soos ’n handskoen pas.

Die Happy Kids Rugby Clinic is vanjaar in Wellington gestig en hier leer kinders rugbyvaardighede, tegnieke en waardes. Die klub benodig nou die publiek se hulp om die kinders, hierbo afgeneem, te bederf met ’n heerlike Pretdag as belong vir die jaar se harde werk. Bolandse dorpies is welbekend vi...

13/11/2024

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“The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease for ever to be able to do it,” urged Peter Pan famously. Author Murray Williams followed in Pan’s footsteps through the sky this past weekend, beneath the towering Sneeukop and its sibling peaks above Somerset West. Read more on those in need, glorious gardening and more on sport and entertainment.

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07/11/2024

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Join the Mowbray-based Trust for Community Outreach and Education (TCOE ) and the Rural Women’s Assembly for an inspiring evening celebrating the vital role of women as seed guardians at the Castle of Good Hope on the opening night of the Guardians of Seed, Land, and Life exhibition on Friday November 8, from 5.30pm to 8.30pm.
The exhibition, on until Saturday November 16, highlights the significant contributions of women to sustainable agroecology and biodiversity in southern Africa.
Through storytelling, music, and captivating visuals, discover the rich heritage of indigenous seeds and the importance of traditional farming practices.
The exhibition will challenge perceptions and honour the resilience and empowerment of rural women, showcasing their journeys as guardians of life, land, and seed.
Special guests and artists include Ernestine Dean, Anela Jahmena, the Rosa Choir (Cape Cultural Collective), diverse participants from the Rural Women’s Assembly and DJ Rozzano, among others. Entry is free but only 100 guests can be accommodated on opening night. To RSVP, go to the TCOE page and for more information, call 021 685 3033.
On Monday November 11, there will be a film screening at the Koena Art Institute, Castle of Good Hope, from 11.30am to 3.30pm, focusing on “Indigenous Seeds and Seed Policy”, followed by a workshop promoting discussions on seed sovereignty and sustainable practices. Admission is free.
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06/11/2024

The Lions Club Christmas cakes initiative has been a major fundraising project of Lions Clubs in South Africa since 1975.

Buy a delicious Christmas cake, and support Gordon’s Bay Lions Club projects in the community. PICTURE: KARL SCHOEMAKER The Lions Club Christmas cakes initiative has been a major fundraising project of Lions Clubs in South Africa since 1975. The much-loved traditional cakes are sold locally by the...

06/11/2024

The Hottentots Holland Garden Club’s next meeting is on Wednesday November 13, at 9.30am for 10am at the Somerset West Library Hall, Oak Street, Somerset West. Leon Kluge, pictured, will be the speaker.

The Hottentots Holland Garden Club’s next meeting is on Wednesday November 13, at 9.30am for 10am at the Somerset West Library Hall, Oak Street, Somerset West. Leon Kluge, pictured, will be the speaker. His topic will be “The Exhibition at Singapore”. Membership is R110 per year, and visitors ...

06/11/2024

Patients will find it easier to understand doctors’ prescriptions with an app to be launched early next year, says UWC.

The MzansiMed-Rx is an artificial intelligence-powered app being produced by UWC and Stellenbosch University to make it easier for patients to understand their prescriptions. Picture: UWC. Patients will find it easier to understand doctors’ prescriptions with an app to be launched early next year,...

06/11/2024

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Smart Living outreach programme from the City of Cape Town, took 240 pupils from Christmas Tinto Primary School in Asanda Village, Strand, to Strand Beach for an educational nature and marine conservation programme. Read more on garden talk, new dean at SU and more on sport and entertainment.

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04/11/2024

: Join our reporter Tauriq Hassen as he sits down with Banyana Banyana player Kesha Hendricks from ! Hear about her inspiring journey and her dreams as a professional footballer. ⚽✨

30/10/2024

As part of its National Invasive Species Week, the National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) conducted a Joint Operation in Stellenbosch last week.

From left, Thabiso Phooko (EMI), Stiaan Kotze (DFFE Competent Authority, Head: Environmental Management Inspectorate), Hans Eggers (Friends of StellenboschMountain), and Abongile Ntsangani (EMI Coastal Provinces). As part of its National Invasive Species Week, the National Department of Forestry, Fi...

30/10/2024

Ford South Africa handed over its 100th Maths and Science Laboratory as part of its Centenary commitment to empowering youth in under-resourced communities to Vlottenburg Primary School in Stellenbosch on Friday October 18.

Pupils at Vlottenburg Primary School get comfortable in their brand new Maths and Science Lab, handed over to them earlier this month. Ford South Africa handed over its 100th Maths and Science Laboratory as part of its Centenary commitment to empowering youth in under-resourced communities to Vlotte...

30/10/2024

On Friday November 1, Dirtopia presents the Halloween Forest Night Run at Muratie Wine Estate with themed décor, live music, trick or treating and adventures in the dark!

Join in the spooky fun. On Friday November 1, Dirtopia presents the Halloween Forest Night Run at Muratie Wine Estate with themed décor, live music, trick or treating and adventures in the dark! Wear a fun costume, a mask or perhaps some face-painting and enter the 5km (hikers and children welcome)...

30/10/2024

The Somerset West Village Garden (SWVG) just celebrated its 9th birthday, and continues to provide visitors with fresh, homegrown vegetables and wholesome produce every Tuesday, from 9am to noon.

The Somerset West Village Garden (SWVG) just celebrated its 9th birthday, and continues to provide visitors with fresh, homegrown vegetables and wholesome produce every Tuesday, from 9am to noon. Pictured above are the volunteers, committee members, and past and present farm managers of SWVG. For mo...

30/10/2024

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The Somerset West Village Garden (SWVG) just celebrated its 9th birthday, and continues to provide visitors with fresh, homegrown vegetables and wholesome produce every Tuesday, from 9am to noon. Read more on piano recital, burlesque is back and more on sport and entertainment.

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