An extortion-related incident that saw security personnel kidnapped, has prompted the closure of the Town Two Clinic in Khayelitsha. The incident reportedly unfolded last Monday. Police confirmed that unknown men allegedly removed two security officers from the clinic and demanded a protection fee from the security company the officers are employed with. “The case docket is handled by Provincial Serious Violent Crime detectives. Investigation is ongoing,” said Western Cape SAPS spokesperson Constable Ndakhe Gwala. The incident led to the immediate suspension of
Ryan’s School Run is back — and it’s brighter, louder, and more exciting than ever. Every Friday morning, Ryan, Ricky, and Success — backed by the full Smile FM crew — take the Ryan O’Connor Breakfast Show on the road, visiting primary schools across Cape Town. The result? A three-hour LIVE broadcast filled with great music, big smiles, energetic sing-alongs, exciting giveaways, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. It’s a high-energy start to the
An important step toward inclusive coastal access was marked on 11 February 2026 with the launch of Braille environmental education signage at Blaauwberg Nature Reserve. The initiative, led by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA), introduces accessibility-focused coastal signage designed specifically for blind and partially sighted visitors. The signs feature Braille text, clearly structured descriptive content and materials durable enough for outdoor coastal conditions. Blaauwberg Nature Reserve was
Taxpayers will spend more than R7 million on this year’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), with Parliament confirming that a significant portion of the cost is linked to broadcasting and event infrastructure. This was according to Parliamentary Secretary Xolile George, who spoke alongside National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, during a briefing on the state of readiness for the event. ALSO READ: SONA 2026 Road Closures – Smile 90.4FM Although the R7,025,000 is substantial, the
A pre-teen from Mitchells Plain is gearing up to represent South Africa at an international hip-hop competition in New York in March 2027. Xiniah Lewin Ten-year-old Xiniah Lewin’s path to this milestone has been shaped by resilience, family support, and determination, overcoming early challenges that once affected her confidence at school. Xiniah’s mother, Chantal Lewin says this opportunity is deeply meaningful. “It’s not just about a competition, it’s about recognising
