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SA’s leaders live large while citizens sufferWhile South Africans face unemployment, hunger and rising costs, government...
04/09/2025

SA’s leaders live large while citizens suffer

While South Africans face unemployment, hunger and rising costs, government officials continue to splurge millions on lavish overseas trips. Recent revelations include Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s R5.475 million visit to the UK and Ireland, and R956 000 spent on four nights in Japan.

Other ministers have racked up millions in travel expenses with little transparency or accountability. The public is left outraged, questioning whether this unchecked spending will ever be curbed. The contrast between luxury and suffering couldn’t be starker.

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WHATS ONSOFCA Spring FairSaturday, 6 September | 09:00 – 13:00 │ United ChurchJoin in the fun at the SOFCA Spring Fair....
04/09/2025

WHATS ON

SOFCA Spring Fair
Saturday, 6 September | 09:00 – 13:00 │ United Church

Join in the fun at the SOFCA Spring Fair. There will be a tea garden, food stalls, plants, books, handmade crafts, preserves, baked goods, second-hand clothing and lots more. Entertainment for young and old will include live music and a fashion show (starting at 10:30), with art and food demonstrations, a bouncy
castle and face painting.

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The Welwitschia – a miracle living fossilIn the heart of Namibia’s desert, the Welwitschia mirabilis defies time, logic ...
03/09/2025

The Welwitschia – a miracle living fossil

In the heart of Namibia’s desert, the Welwitschia mirabilis defies time, logic and climate. With just two leaves that grow for centuries, this ancient plant survives by drinking fog and shading the soil to create its own microclimate. Some specimens are over 1 500 years old, predating the fall of the Roman Empire.

Despite its scraggly appearance, it’s a botanical marvel—evolved during the age of dinosaurs and still thriving today. A true living fossil, it’s a symbol of resilience and national pride in Namibia.

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Tawwe Tienie tannieThe Afrikaans term Tawwe Tienie (tough person) is certainly applicable to Huis Lettie Theron resident...
02/09/2025

Tawwe Tienie tannie

The Afrikaans term Tawwe Tienie (tough person) is certainly applicable to Huis Lettie Theron resident, Tannie Marie du Toit.

She celebrated her 101st birthday party recently and is still going strong. Family, friends and staff filled the sitting room at the facility to share the special milestone with the popular centenarian. She is not only the oldest but also holds the record of being a resident longer than anyone else – since 1994.

Born on the farm Quarry outside Napier, she worked as a telephone exchange operator in the Strand, where she met husband, Koos. They married in September 1952 and moved to Bredasdorp in 1961, where they raised four children.

Creative brilliance shines through the lensThe Hermanus Photographic Society’s latest competition was a celebration of v...
02/09/2025

Creative brilliance shines through the lens

The Hermanus Photographic Society’s latest competition was a celebration of visual storytelling and artistic flair. Judged by Cape Town’s Kim Stevens, the event highlighted talent across generations, with Hermanus High’s Stefan Botha taking top honours for his vivid macro shot, ‘Colour Wheel’.

Gavin Whiteford’s ‘Lunch Break’ captured the senior photojournalism title, while Phil Sturgess’s ‘Harbour Lights’ lit up the Set Subject category. From spiders to cityscapes, each image revealed a unique perspective and passion for the craft.

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A resident found this injured tagged pigeon.2011 ZA WKDU 36343.The pigeon is currently in the care of Andre Gast. Contac...
02/09/2025

A resident found this injured tagged pigeon.

2011 ZA WKDU 36343.

The pigeon is currently in the care of Andre Gast. Contact him on 063 676 8897.

Schedules Eskom power outage for Kleinmond on 10 September A power outage is scheduled for 10 September 2025 from 08:45 ...
02/09/2025

Schedules Eskom power outage for Kleinmond on 10 September

A power outage is scheduled for 10 September 2025 from 08:45 to 16:00 in the Hangklip-Kleinmond area. (The alternative date will be the following day if the weather is not favourable.)
Kleinmond, Betty's Bay, Pringle Bay, and Rooi Els will be without electricity during this time.

Pic(k) of the WeekThe Bot River proteas are glorious at the moment, and Caroline Briggs interrupted her recent trail run...
01/09/2025

Pic(k) of the Week

The Bot River proteas are glorious at the moment, and Caroline Briggs interrupted her recent trail run from Fernkloof down to Olifants to capture the moment.

Photographers are invited to submit their hi-res photos (at least 1MB) to [email protected] for publication.

Pic(k) of the WeekChin up – Tweet Gainsborough-Waring captured this beautiful image of a southern double-collared sunbir...
01/09/2025

Pic(k) of the Week

Chin up – Tweet Gainsborough-Waring captured this beautiful image of a southern double-collared sunbird in a Hermanus garden.

Photographers are invited to email their hi-res photos (at least 1MB) to [email protected] for publication.

When it’s best to look sharpFrom confiscated face cream at Heathrow to porcupine quills mistaken for weapons, Les Aupiai...
01/09/2025

When it’s best to look sharp

From confiscated face cream at Heathrow to porcupine quills mistaken for weapons, Les Aupiais recounts the absurdities of modern airport security with wit and flair. Whether it’s a jar of glow-inducing gloop or a bottle of Amarula flagged as “bomb material,” no item is safe from scrutiny.

Her tale crescendos at a Cape Town awards ceremony, where guests armed with braai knives and forks nearly triggered a security saga. A hilarious reminder that travel requires not just patience—but a sharp sense of humour.

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The spark behind the sparkleMelissa Nelsen’s journey from pilot to winemaker is as effervescent as the bubbles she now c...
31/08/2025

The spark behind the sparkle

Melissa Nelsen’s journey from pilot to winemaker is as effervescent as the bubbles she now crafts. Inspired by family traditions and a love for celebration, she created Genevieve Méthode Cap Classique in Bot River, where cool climate and old vines yield wines of elegance and depth.

Her tasting room, ‘Journey’, reflects a life of bold choices and regenerative farming. From Chardonnay to Shiraz, Melissa’s MCCs are a tribute to land, legacy, and the sparkle of possibility.

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Buffel becomes poster boyBuffel, the elephant seal who charmed Onrus beachgoers during his 2024 moult, is now the face o...
30/08/2025

Buffel becomes poster boy

Buffel, the elephant seal who charmed Onrus beachgoers during his 2024 moult, is now the face of seal rabies prevention in Cape Town. Known for tussling with Cape fur seals at Duiker Island, Buffel was vaccinated via dart to reduce the risk of spreading the virus to vulnerable ecosystems.

With rabies cases rising among seals along the Western and Northern Cape, conservationists urge the public to keep their distance and report unusual behaviour. Buffel’s jab is a vital step in protecting marine life and public health.

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