Ashwagandha has emerged as a top-selling wellness supplement across South Africa, with the local market valued at USD 9.1 million in 2024. While users report benefits for stress and sleep, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) classifies the herb as an unregistered Category D medicine. Experts warn that inconsistent dosing and potential drug … Read more
A South African Police Service (SAPS) officer is in stable condition after being struck on the head with an axe during an incident in Delft, Cape Town, on Monday. Following a coordinated pursuit by SAPS and City of Cape Town LEAP officers, authorities arrested three suspects—two men, aged 23 and 25, and a 23-year-old woman—and … Read more
Pretoria Boys High School deputy headmaster Chris Oldnall and school alumnus Peet Crowther have successfully completed a world-first endurance challenge: a double crossing of False Bay. The pair spent 29 hours in the open ocean, covering 78 kilometers in a grueling effort to raise funds for underprivileged, talented learners. The swim, which took place in … Read more
Western Cape police have launched an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred at a café in Marine Circle, Table View, on Monday afternoon. The incident, which took place at approximately 14:00, resulted in the death of a 33-year-old man. Investigation Details According to police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk, officers responding to the scene … Read more
A spontaneous act of compassion on the Sea Point Promenade has evolved into a global movement of support. When content creator Chad Nathan, known online as “Ginger With A GoPro,” encountered a homeless man named Sidney Miller struggling through violent weather during a recent Cape storm, he chose to intervene. Nathan pushed Miller’s wheelchair for … Read more
A Delft family is demanding answers following the death of a 48-year-old woman who collapsed outside the Mfuleni Police Station on Thursday, 21 May 2026. The woman, who had been reported missing since 19 May, was identified by her family at the station after police circulated a message stating she was lost and unable to … Read more
The Shift Toward “Unfiltered” Fame: Why Celebrities are Trading Red Carpets for Karaoke Bars For decades, the wall between A-list celebrities and the general public was reinforced by velvet ropes, security details, and carefully curated press releases. However, a new trend is emerging: the pursuit of the “unfiltered” experience. When Hollywood star Gabrielle Union-Wade blends … Read more
Residents of Hanover Park are facing severe penalties after the City of Cape Town began enforcing zoning by-laws against informal home-based businesses. The city has issued notices warning that those operating “house shops” could face fines of up to R800,000 or imprisonment for up to 20 years. The enforcement has sparked outrage among community activists, … Read more
The Invisible Epidemic: Why Youth Unemployment is a Mental Health Crisis For millions of young people, the search for a first job is more than just a financial struggle—It’s a psychological battle. In regions like South Africa, where unemployment rates among the youth are among the highest globally, the transition from education to adulthood is … Read more
Parliamentarians expressed outrage on Wednesday after two Presidential Protection Services (PPS) officers were cleared by internal South African Police Service (SAPS) disciplinary proceedings. This outcome occurred despite the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) making adverse findings against the officials. The controversy centers on PPS head Major-General Wally Rhoode and Constable HH Rekhoto. Members of Parliament … Read more