A 28-year-old Ethiopian man from Atlantis has died in a drowning incident at Bloubergstrand Beach in Table View. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said it received a call for assistance at the beach at around 15:37 on Wednesday, after eyewitnesses reported “a drowning in progress”. “CoCT lifeguards, BBSL (Big Bay Surf Lifesaving) lifeguards, NSRI Melkbosstrand, NSRI Table Bay, Community medics, Netcare 911 ambulance services, ER24 ambulance services, WC Government Health EMS, Cape Town Fire and Rescue
Sleep Census reveals: South Africans are sleeping enough… but still waking up exhausted
Category: Lifestyle
As March marks World Sleep Awareness Month and to mark World Sleep Day on 13 March, new national research is raising an important question: Why are so many South Africans waking up tired even after a full night’s sleep? According to the 2025 Sloom National Sleep Census, the country is facing what experts are calling a “sleep paradox” – people are getting the recommended hours of sleep, but their bodies and minds are
A case of culpable homicide is under investigation after a woman was struck by a taxi earlier this morning in Halt Street, Elsies River. The South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson Ndakhe Gwala says the woman was crossing the road when she was hit by the vehicle. “She was declared dead on the scene by medical personnel. Police registered a case of culpable homicide for further investigation.” According to reports, the
The City of Cape Town says it has helped over 200 Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres become compliant, ensuring young children can thrive in safe, legal spaces. Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Francine Higham, stressed the importance of supporting ECDs, and ensuring they can formally register with the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), as they play a fundamental role during the most formative years of development. “ECDs provide essential
The wait is almost over for PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical. This show opens at Artscape, Cape Town on 18 March! The classic ‘90s story (who can forget the famous film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere) that premiered as a stage musical on Broadway in 2018 and has also enjoyed acclaimed runs in the West End and tours across North America and Europe. “The wait is almost over and our brilliant company
