A case of culpable homicide is under investigation after an elderly lady succumbed to her injuries following a freak accident on Bonteheuwel Avenue, Bonteheuwel, yesterday.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the woman was speaking with the driver of a vehicle when the driver attempted to get out to continue the conversation. During this, her foot accidentally pressed the accelerator, causing the vehicle to reverse suddenly.
“The lady was treated for leg pain by medical personnel at the scene and transported to a nearby hospital for further care. She was later declared deceased at the hospital in the evening,” SAPS confirmed.
Bonteheuwel ward councillor Angus McKenzie is urging the public not to spread misinformation about the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
“I have engaged with both the family of the deceased and the driver involved. Both families are deeply traumatised and devastated by what has happened. The driver remained on the scene throughout and has been fully cooperative. This was a terrible, freak accident with no intention to harm.”
Apparently only 50% of households find it unacceptable if kids use swearwords. But you will learn the words eventually – it’s just a matter of time and depends on who you learn them from. Do you remember the first time you heard your kids swear?
Western Cape audiences are in for a treat with the local premiere of the multiple award-winning musical Actress. Actress is a tale that anyone who has ever had to adjust to new expectations in life – their own or someone else’s – will relate to. With eight original show tunes, it’s time to pack your dancing shoes. Actress will be presented from 8 to 12 April at the Drama Factory.
Western Cape audiences are in for a treat
Performed by Talia Kodesh, who co-wrote this fresh musical dramady with Bruce Dennill, composer of the unique, powerful and punchy songs, Actress won the Naledi Theatre Award for Best Actress in a Musical as well as a Broadway World South Africa Award for Best New Musical. The creative dream team, including Sarah Roberts (set and costume design) and Denis Hutchinson (lighting design), also has multiple Naledi, Fleur Du Cap and Vita Awards between them. The production is directed by Daniel Geddes and features the intriguing, reserved but pivotal role of Random Props Guy, performed by Stephen van Niekerk.
Talia has performed in productions such as Beauty and the Beast (for which she received a Naledi Nomination), RENT, and We Will Rock You, among numerous others. Bruce is an award-winning arts writer who is also a singer-songwriter, performing with Johannesburg-based bands Forrest and Phringe, Memo and The Van Dyke Parks Board and as a solo artist. His music is regularly included on radio playlists as well as soundtracks of TV shows, including Isidingo, Going Nowhere Slowly and Sober Companion.
Naledi Theatre Award-winning musical Actress has Western Cape premiere at The Drama Factory
Actress is a funny, moving story of a woman trying to define and succeed in the different parts she plays (actress, wife, mother, daughter, teacher) while juggling the demands of all of those roles. It charts a journey through stress and success, anger and auditions, triumph and tears, dance and delirium and, perhaps, the possibility of peace.
“Actors are fundamentally storytellers. I’ve simply loved doing just that throughout my career. How exhilarating it has been for me to star in a production that I have also created, and to sing Bruce’s original songs has been an extremely special experience for me– a long-held dream come true. I cannot wait for a whole new audience to meet Actress – I’m certain they will relate to her!” says Talia.
“Bruce’s incredible original songs range from quiet, thoughtful, introspective musings to big, ballsy, belted showstoppers. As with the story, we wanted the music to help define and give colour to the many moods and spaces in the show,” she adds.
“We can all relate to the challenge, mayhem, drama and comedy that juggling multiple roles can bring, especially when things don’t go as we expect them to,” says Sue Diepeveen, founder of The Drama Factory. “We are delighted to be hosting the Cape premiere of this brilliant production.”
Actress will be performed at The Drama Factory on:
8 April at 17h00
9,10,11 April at 19h30
11 and 12 April at 15h00
12 April at 18h00
The Drama Factory has a fully licensed bar. It has a solar-powered inverter that will ensure that the show will always go on, even when there is load-shedding! The Drama Factory is situated at 10 Comprop Square, Henry Vos Close, Asla Business Park, Strand, Western Cape. Parking is available at the venue.
The Stormers return to DHL Stadium for the team’s first United Rugby Championship (URC) home game since January. Around 20 000 spectators are expected to attend the game at DHL Stadium this coming Sunday, 22 March 2026. Tickets for the game are available through Ticketmaster from R85. Gates will open at 13:00 for the 15:00 kick-off. The URC game will be followed by a curtain dropper match between a Stormers XV taking on the Seattle Seawolves. That fixture will kick off at 17:15.
The Stormers return to DHL Stadium
A free MyCiTi shuttle service will transport spectators to the stadium from the Civic Centre, Thibault Square and the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This service is only available to ticket holders. The shuttle service will start operating from 12:30 from the Civic Centre, Thibault Square and the CTICC. The last bus will depart the stadium and the Green Point Precinct at 19:30.
Spectators are advised to please note parking arrangements and other logistics for game day
At the CTICC, the shuttle will operate from the City Sightseeing bus stop near Entrance 3 on Walter Sisulu Avenue. Approximately 1 000 parking bays are available at the CTICC at a cost. Parking opens at 12:00, and online booking is available to secure a spot. For those driving into the city centre, the City of Cape Town will open its parking areas for ticket holders from 12:00. The parking bays, accessible from Hertzog Boulevard incoming and on Civic Road, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The parking will close at 20:30.
My Citi bus passes Civic Station
MyCiTi shuttle and parking information for Stormers vs Dragons
Paid parking is also available at the Parkalot on Jack Craig Street and at Harbour Arch on Harbour Arch Boulevard. Off-street parking, free from 13:00 on Saturdays, is also available in the CBD. Residents and motorists are advised that Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Stephan Way, Vlei Road and Granger Bay Boulevard will be impacted from 06:00 until after the game.
Comic Con Cape Town is the place to meet the celebrities who bring our favourite film and series characters to life. From instantly recognisable international names to homespun heroes, every year the Con brings a selection of the world’s biggest stars to Cape Town’s shores. This allows fans to meet them in person.
Comic Con Cape Town is the place to meet celebrities
Guests heading to Comic Con Cape Town this year, from 30 April to 3 May at the CTICC 2, include a dazzling array of actors, voice actors, directors, writers, and producers. Guests will be featured in slots on the Main Stage and Artist Alley Stage. They will also participate in Q&As, offer behind-the-scenes insight into their careers, and meet and greet fans.
Christopher Sabat
Christopher Sabat is a veteran voice actor, director, and producer. He has a résumé that reads like a list of anime’s greatest hits. As a voice actor, director, and producer, his roles include those of Vegeta, Piccolo, Yamcha, and Shenron in Dragon Ball Z and Roronoa Zoro in One Piece. He was also Giroro in Sgt. Frog, All Might in My Hero Academia, Daisuke Jigen in Lupin the Third and Yami Sukehiro in Black Clover.
Christopher Sabat
Jason Liebrecht
Jason Liebrecht has been working as an actor and performing artist based in Texas for well over two decades. As a voice actor and performance artist, his roles include Beru in Solo Leveling, Dabi AKA Toya Todokori in My Hero Academia, Rob Lucci in One Piece, The Beast Titan and Zeke Jaeger in Attack on Titan, Qrow in RWBY, Lord Champa, Jeice and Taipon in the Dragon Ball realm, Mob in Mob Psycho, Finian in Black Butler, Grip in Assassination, and more.
Jason Liebrecht
Evanna Lynch
Evanna Lynch is an Irish actress, author, and activist best known for her portrayal of Luna Lovegood in the “Harry Potter” film series. Chosen from over 15,000 applicants, her performance brought warmth, individuality, and depth to one of the franchise’s most beloved characters. Her other roles include Betty Flood in My Freaky Family, Alehna in Sinbad, Gentry in Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Emily Egan in My Name is Emily.
Evanna Lynch
Martial T Batcheman
A Cameroonian-born actor and voice artist who grew up in South Africa, Martial has built a career across international film and television. He has appeared in productions including Redeeming Love, Tali’s Joburg Diary, and Unseen. Martial’s career continues to grow on the global stage with his casting in the hit live-action adaptation of One Piece. In it, he portrays the beloved pirate musician Brook, a key character whose story ties into one of the most emotional arcs of the series.
Steven John Ward
Steven John Ward is a South African actor, producer, and writer. He is best known internationally for his breakout role as Mihawk in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece. His portrayal of the iconic swordsman introduced him to a global fanbase and solidified his presence in the world of genre television. Ward is a graduate of the AFDA School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance in Cape Town. He has built a diverse career spanning television, film, and producing. With a rapidly growing international profile and a strong connection to audiences worldwide, Steven John Ward continues to be one of South Africa’s most exciting talents.
Jazzara Jaslyn (NEW announcement!)
Jazzara Jaslyn is an award-winning South African actress, writer, and director based in Cape Town. She is a graduate of the University of Cape Town’s Theatre and Performance program. Jazzara has built a versatile career spanning international television, film, and elite stage productions. She is widely recognised for her role as Miss Valentine in the second season of Netflix’s global hit One Piece.
Television credits
Her television credits include starring as Jane Swann in the action-thriller Professionals (alongside Brendan Fraser), Eliza Pendleton in HBO’s Warrior, and Miranda Hugo in the M-Net drama Lioness. On stage, she has garnered acclaim for her performance as Alex Forrest in the adaptation of Fatal Attraction. Beyond acting, her 2024 debut short film, A Knowing, received nine international awards, followed by her 2026 project, Strange Dance.
Callum Kerr (NEW announcement!)
Callum Kerr is a Scottish actor, model, and country singer who appears in Netflix’s live-action One Piece as Smoker, the formidable Marine captain inspired by the iconic work of Eiichiro Oda. He is also known for his roles in Monarch alongside Susan Sarandon and Trace Adkins. He also appeared in Virgin River, The Wheel of Time, Hollyoaks, Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Flowers in the Attic: The Origin.
An accomplished country artist
Alongside his acting career, Callum is an accomplished country artist. He blends Southern influences with modern storytelling as he builds a growing presence in the music scene. A fan favourite at conventions, Callum is known for his engaging personality. He also has interesting behind-the-scenes insights and a genuine passion for meeting fans.
Ty Keogh (NEW announcement!)
Tyrone Keogh is a South African actor. He began his acting career with various related production jobs as a scenic set painter, set builder, propsman and animal wrangler. At 16, he started appearing in TV commercials for brands like Vodacom UK, Pepsi USA, Opel Europe, Orange Communications, Nestlé, and KFC. His first film role was young Michael Kittridge in the film Blast.
Keogh had a supporting role in Blood Diamond
Keogh had a supporting role in Blood Diamond (with Leonardo DiCaprio), The Deal (with Meg Ryan), Goodbye Bafana (with Joseph Fiennes) and Starship Troopers Marauder (with Casper Van Dien). He acted as Jack van Reenen in the M-Net soap opera The Wild from 2011 to 2013. Keogh also acted in international television serials such as Dominion, Homeland, and Black Sails, and the film 24 Hours to Live. In 2026, Ty acted as Dalton in season two of Netflix’s One Piece.
