There was a robbery of several patrons at A Touch of Madness last night (Monday), by armed men in a Toyota Avanza registration number CA46109. Please contact SAPS if you were affected or have any info.
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The Obs Journey – August 2023 Update
Dear Obs Journey friend, We long for good news, it lifts our spirits and makes us believe that everything can work out in the end. Gino’s Story: From Living Rough to Owning a Business The good news is that there is hope. People once living rough on the streets can change their situations. One such…
OBSID is hiring
We’re looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual to take on the varied and exciting role of Chief Executive Officer. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you’ll have responsibility for: Programme management: managing supplier selection processes in conjunction with the Board, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes encompassing public safety, urban management and social…
Check out Obs What’s On
The website is a repository of what is going on in Obs. All businesses are listed as well as services. Events are found on the landing page. If people want to advertise, there is a form at the bottom of the landing page that can be completed and submitted. Alternatively people can email: [email protected] VISIT…
President Cyril Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Patriot Kallie Hanekom
Roland Peterson – 14 August 2023 President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended his heartfelt condolences following the recent passing of patriot Kallie Hanekom. On a solemn Sunday morning, 13 August, the African National Congress (ANC) declared the news via a sincere tweet on their official Twitter profile.,, READ MORE HERE
Obs resident of over 40 years and former OCA deputy chair Sheila Barsel wrote:
Dearest Hanekom family – I shall be with you all from my home connecting via You Tube. I commend the Kallie commitment to so many fronts and struggles – he was immense in that he took so seriously the determination to making a difference to the country, the continent and the world. I never understood…
Struggle stalwart Kallie Hanekom remembered
Siphokazi Vuso – 15 August 2023 Tributes have poured in for ANC Struggle stalwart Kallie Hanekom, whose death was announced by the party on Sunday. Hanekom has been described as a fearless leader and devoted MK operative who dedicated his life to the Struggle for freedom, justice and equality. He died on August 9 at…
SA National Parks Week
#SANationalParksWeek During this SA National Parks Week, from 16 to 24 September 2023*, take a moment to immerse yourself in the beauty of our parks, from the rugged mountains to the serene coastal stretches, at no cost to South Africans with a valid ID
Womxn Walk – UPDATE
Dear All, please see updated poster with information around starting point. Our co-host Zinzi will post any extra details later in the week. Note that the walk is on women’s day –AUG 9TH a Wednesday, AT 8 PM. For those who need it, travel reimbursement of ZAR 50 is available, please let me know via…
Streetopia 2023 Call for arts proposals
Streetopia is an annual free one-day street festival held in Observatory, Cape Town happening this year on the 25th of November. Streetopia is a community-run event sparked by AfrikaBurn and created in conjunction with local artists, businesses and the Observatory Improvement District (OBSID). It has been a City of Cape Town Special Event since 2016….