Also known as the Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, it happens on 4 January 2020

We know you want to do good, but often don’t know what to do and where to go. To make it easy for you, here are suggestions of simple and impactful causes to get involved in.

Two recipes by chefs Heinrich Koen from House of H and Andre Hill from Upper Bloem, as well as the history, spices and what to serve with pickled fish. 

Soon, you'll be able to innovate and experiment in a collaborative workspace for entrepreneurs and businesses in bustling Kloof Street

From a tinder party in Long Street to a spoken word gathering in a bookstore, we’ve rounded up the unique things to do this Valentine’s Day

A step-by-step guide to renewing or replacing your South African driving permit

A trendy township that’s well worth a visit… or two

We travel back in time to trace the fresh aroma of the much-loved java bean in the Mother City

Layovers, early check-out and late check-ins come with many hassles. Here’s why baggage should not be one of them

We celebrate the man who coined the term ‘Rainbow Nation’

Everything you need to know about applications for retired temporary and permanent residency in South Africa

It feels just like home

Explore the role Mandela played in forming our free South Africa

We’ve collected the 20 best Mandela moments caught on tape

If you’ve succumbed to the shakes and aches, here are ten ways to survive…

The Mother City has transformed its public bus stops with incredible artworks

Palesa Maloisane speaks to three of Cape Town’s rising stars to talk about representation in hip-hop and breaking into South Africa’s music industry.

Beyers’ most recent addition to the much-loved chocolate coated marshmallow family

Is this finally the end to the coastal town’s terrible roadworks? 

The toothy truth behind the Cape Flats smile

Everything you need to know about work visa application and temporary residency

Awê, get the low-down on the Mother City’s colourful colloquialisms and sayings, ek sê...

The story behind one of Africa’s oldest instruments, and how to get your hands on the ‘talking drum’ in the Mother City

Erf 81 is a historic gem in Tamboerskloof. Volunteer at the foster farm, work in the Tyisa Nabanye garden or visit the Sunday market to make a difference.

The Maker Movement has arrived on our shores offering way more than just child’s play and tinkering in your garage 

A brief look at the history of Kaaps and the origins of Afrikaans

"Each of us is as intimately attached to the soil of this beautiful country" – Nelson Mandela

You can take everything away from South Africa, but you can’t stop us from dancing

Stomp, spin and step got you confused?

Howzit bru? Here’s the lekker lowdown on local lingos and the official language of South Africa  

A myth of mountainous proportions

Nelson “Madiba” Mandela, living legend , great toyi-toyer, icon of a nation, all while wearing a funky shirt

South African traditional healers under the moral microscope

The word "Ubuntu’’ gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean?

Wondering about the World Cup Waltz? We investigate the 2010 soccer dance

Ever wondered about the instrumental madness that has swept South Africa?

Ever wondered what the deal is with the style of song dominating the local music scene?

Table Mountain has been nominated as one of the 'New 7 Wonders of Nature' - so help it into the final 7 by voting for it!

Introducing South Africa's inspirational soccer anthem to the world

Ever wondered why Cape Town is referred to as the Mother City?

Local and lekker – Taste the difference in South African beer