Mancomm meeting Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025 Time: 18h00 Venue: Observatory Community Centre (room 1)
Thrift and party like a student in Cape Town’s vibrant Obz
Photograph: Gabi Zietsman Want to party with the students, hippies and Southern Suburbians who prefer walking to their favourite bar? Cape Town’s Observatory is one of the most central neighbourhoods in the city, home to academics and activists and a big thrifting scene. I have lived a large part of my Cape Town life here,…
🏡 Buying or selling property privately? Need help with a transfer?
I’m Gillian Erasmus, an attorney based at 3 Cambridge Road. I specialise in property transfers and can guide you through the whole process — from drafting an offer for a private sale, to handling the transfer at the Deeds Office. I keep the process straightforward, give regular updates, and make sure your interests are protected….
FOL IS SEEKING REGULAR VOLUNTEERS
Every month a group of volunteers run a public litter clear up on the river in Obs. This is under the umbrella of Friends of the Liesbeek but organised by Obs volunteers. The Friends of the Liesbeek team supplement the volunteers and enter the more challenging areas. Coordinators are needed to “manage” a volunteer day –…
Understanding Heritage Day: Insights from the District Six Museum
Yaeesh Collins – 24 September 2025 “When it comes to Heritage Day, it is never about wearing our identity like a costume or a parade,” Chrischene Julius told IOL. In South Africa, the day has increasingly been branded as “Braai Day,” a convivial occasion centred around food, music, and community gathering. While Julius acknowledges the…
11 quirky heritage museums worth a road trip
Heritage doesn’t always come in the form of stately monuments or polished galleries. Some of South Africa’s most fascinating museums are tucked away in small towns, filled with eccentric collections, unusual stories, and community-driven memory projects. These museums aren’t just about history – they’re immersive, quirky, and often unforgettable. Here are 11 quirky heritage museums…
If you have empty toilet paper rolls, don’t throw them away, you’ve got a hidden treasure at home.
Every gardener searches for innovative ways to boost plant growth and soil fertility. While conventional methods focus on watering schedules and fertilizers, one unexpected solution lies in your bathroom waste basket. Cardboard toilet paper tubes represent a valuable composting resource that most people discard without realizing their potential for garden enhancement. Why toilet paper rolls…
How to telephonically refer a homeless person into a FREE City Of Cape Town Safe Space Facility 🛏️
✅Let’s stop with hand outs and help get people off the street.✅ 1. Obtain their name age and other details. 2. Confirm they are willing to stay at a shelter. 3. Call 021 480 7700 and request a referral to get a homeless person into a shelter. They will likely keep you on hold whilst…
Welcome to Lens of Hope
Lens of Hope is a non-profit organisation dedicated to improving access to eye care by repurposing donated glasses, sponsoring eye tests, and providing new lenses for those in need. Through partnerships and community support, we strive to create a world where clear vision is accessible to all… READ MORE
Food loss and waste — the critical lever missing from South Africa’s climate strategy
Annually, South Africa discards more than 10 million tonnes of food, about a third of all production, while millions of households remain food insecure. (Photo: Food Tank / Wikipedia) By Ravi Pillay – 19 Sep 2025 Annually, South Africa discards more than 10 million tonnes of food, about a third of all production, while millions…