False Bay Echo

03/07/2025

Noordhoek’s Karoline Hanks has successfully completed her self-imposed 'Everesting Challenge' — running the equivalent height of Mount Everest, 8,849 m, by repeatedly ascending and descending Chapman’s Peak.

Karoline Hanks triumphs in her self-imposed 'Everesting Challenge,' running the height of Mount Everest to raise funds for Project Noordhoeked, while sharing her emotional journey and the community spirit that motivated her.

02/07/2025

POSTPONED: The RLabs first Thursday event scheduled for Thursday, July 3 has been postponed until further notice due to rising gang-related violence in the Westridge area. This decision was made in the interest of community safety. Updates on new dates will be shared as soon as they become available.

02/07/2025

A recent break-in at a Muizenberg beach hut has added to a string of similar incidents this winter, with volunteers now facing escalating damage and complex challenges linked to homelessness in the area.

A recent break-in at Muizenberg’s iconic beach huts has shed light on the alarming rise in such incidents this winter, revealing the complex realities of homelessness along the False Bay beachfront.

01/07/2025

Join us this Thursday, July 3, for RLab’s first Thursdays — a chance to meet the reporters behind the stories that shape your community.

27/06/2025

The Fish Hoek Valley Historical Association will host Ocean View librarian Fatima Kiel as the guest speaker at their July meeting.

Join Ocean View librarian Fatima Kiel as she shares her passion for community upliftment and the vital role of the Ocean View Library at the Fish Hoek Valley Historical Association's July meeting.

25/06/2025

A once-emaciated ginger kitten rescued from the side of a road in Retreat has not only found a loving home in Fish Hoek – he’s also taken on the role of assistant foster parent to dozens of kittens.

A once-emaciated ginger kitten, now known as Uncle William, has transformed from a roadside rescue to a beloved foster parent in Fish Hoek, bringing joy and companionship to countless kittens in need.

23/06/2025

A former Fish Hoek High School pupil is using his tech skills to help South African families stretch their grocery budgets.

A former Fish Hoek High School learner is using his tech skills to help South African families stretch their grocery budgets with EasiShop, a price-comparison website that aims to simplify shopping and save money.

21/06/2025

Register now for 2025 Youth in Action Expo Student: https://bit.ly/3SQYxwH

20/06/2025

The Masque theatre in Muizenberg is raising funds to repair a badly damaged front wall — and is asking the community to lend a hand.

The Masque theatre in Muizenberg is urgently seeking community support to repair its storm-damaged front wall, which has suffered years of neglect. With over R81,000 raised so far, every contribution counts towards preserving this beloved cultural hub

20/06/2025

The Fish Hoek Valley Museum is reaching out to communities across the valley to help tell a more complete and inclusive history of the area.

Be part of history. Share your story with Fish Hoek Valley Museum and help create a more inclusive narrative

19/06/2025

What's on: Film Screening: Normal to Me
Normal to Me is a full-length documentary offering an intimate look into the lives, dreams, and experiences of six workers at the Joyce Chevalier Centre Protective Workshop in Fish Hoek.

The film is age-restricted (13+) and contains adult content.

Catch the screening at the 27th Encounters South African International Documentary Festival on Saturday June 21 at 1:30pm at the L***a Theatre, Cape Town. Presented by Mandala Films.

Bookings via Webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1569660471

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