Taxi services suspended in Nyanga as tensions soar
Taxi operations in Nyanga have been suspended following safety concerns. The Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (CATA) says the shutdown was made following a series of
Fires rip through Imizamo Yethu and Masiphumelele – hundreds displaced
More than 500 people have now been rendered homeless following a devastating fire that ripped through the Imizamo Yethu and Masiphumelele informal settlements over the
Ramadan – The month of generosity and social responsibility
About a thousand food hampers are being distributed to communities in Cape Town. According to Awqaf SA’s “Share the Care” campaign, which is in partnership
DNA report delays murder case against 11 Anti-Gang Unit members
The case involving 11 Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) members for the murder of alleged Manenberg gangster, Wade Price has been delayed due to an
Experts urge calm after study finds trace chemicals in sanitary pads and pantyliners
Experts urge calm after study finds trace chemicals in sanitary pads and pantyliners A recent scientific study detecting potentially harmful chemicals in some sanitary pads
Bo-Kaap’s Haashim Pead named Junior Springbok Player of the Year
Rising South African rugby star Haashim Pead has been crowned Junior Springbok Player of the Year, capping a remarkable season that saw the Bo-Kaap-born scrum-half
Another Ramadaan, another prolonged closure of Al Aqsa and Ibrahimi mosques
Israeli authorities have once again closed Al-Aqsa Mosque to worshippers during the holy month of Ramadaan, citing emergency security conditions linked to the widening regional
Loud boos heard during EPL soccer pause for Ramadaan
Loud boos were heard during a brief pause in play at a recent Engling Premier League clash between Leeds United and Manchester City. The pause
Rediscovering Muslim Heritage on Bree Street, Cape Town
Cape Town’s historic city centre quietly holds chapters of Islamic heritage that extend beyond the well-known Bo-Kaap into areas like Bree Street. Recent community activities,
Iran vows crushing defeat of US-Israel
Iran continues to strike US assets across the Gulf after the killing of more than 700 people, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran’s top
Firefighter catches newborn
A City of Cape Town firefighter has delivered heroics both on and off duty. Firdous Seat helped bring her nephew into the world this week.
Tensions Escalate as Iran Claims Strike on US Warship; Strait of Hormuz Closure Rattles Global Markets
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that Iranian naval forces struck an American warship in the Indian Ocean, significantly escalating tensions in the
Muslims Welcome Ramadaan with some due to fast for nearly 20 Hours
Muslims across the globe are in the final stages of preparation for Ramadan, a sacred month characterised by fasting, increased prayer, and acts of charity.
Sovereignty on Trial: US vs Venezuela | Stanley Cohen Interview
The US violations of international law in Venezuela have sparked global outrage. At the center of this controversy is the US abduction of President Nicolás
Support the Palestine Solidarity Campaign as it stands for freedom of expression
CAPE TOWN – After 7 October 2023, Palestine Solidarity Campaign increased advocacy and demonstrations. The focus has been on human rights violations in Gaza and
