Thanks to a successful woman, people in Khayelitsha donât have to go to a mall to buy pizza - they can go to a pizza stand in Litha Park.
Pharie Sefali
News | 20 August 2014
If you live in Masiphumelele you will know Nongolozaâs Braai Place, or Kwa aunty, as some call it. You probably know the owner and she probably knows you too by name.
Zintle Swana
News | 18 August 2014
Zethu Gqola wonders if with high levels of poverty and most people unable to afford legal music downloads which cost up to R20 per song, are illegal music downloads really morally wrong?
Zethu Gqola
News | 13 August 2014
Zimbabwean Afro-soul music artist Shamie Mabvudzi will release his first video for 2014, Haruwe, on 13 August. He has established his own band, AfricentiQ, made up of five men and one woman. Mabvudzi is also launching a website this month, which will enable people to buy and listen to his music, see the latest news, interviews and tour information.
Tariro Washinyira
News | 12 August 2014
The Western Cape Bodybuilding Union held a competition in Bellville on the weekend of 9 and 10 August to select athletes to represent the province nationally in Port Elizabeth. The divisions ranged from under 15 to heavyweight athletes.
Siyabonga Kalipa
News | 12 August 2014
Muffin runs, a pop up shop, a new range of coffee beans and now training volunteers to be baristas -- Khayelitshaâs first coffee shop, the Department of Coffee (DOC) is growing and showing no signs of slowing down.
Mary-Anne Gontsana
News | 11 August 2014
This past weekend (18-19 July) saw the first ever Cape Town World Music Festival take place at the City Hall. The successful event brought artists such as Thandiswa Mazwai, The Brother Moves On, Beatenberg and more, all on to one stage.
Zethu Gqola
News | 24 July 2014
For many South Africans, the practice of traditional circumcision is vital for males if they wish their community to regard them as men and no longer boys. For most it is a significant experience, but for some it can be unbearable.
Pharie Sefali
News | 23 July 2014
The past two weeks have been an exciting time for all music lovers, with album releases of many genres making their way onto local airwaves. You can support local artists and listen to their fresh new sounds by buying their work. Below are five exceptional albums you definitely need to get your hands on!
Zethu Gqola
News | 17 July 2014
Thabani Marhanjana is growing a vegetable garden in an unusal place - on the roof of a two-story building in Makhaza, Khayelitsha.
Mary-Anne Gontsana
News | 15 July 2014
About ten years ago, an anthropologist from South Africa and a documentarian from the United States began to set in motion a film that would explore what they see as the Westâs obsession with ârescuingâ Africa.
Joy Shan
News | 14 July 2014
Siphiwe Ngwenya, founder of the Maboneng Township Art Experience, has set out to change the standard way tours to the townships of Cape Town are run. Maboneng, which means âplace of lightâ in seSotho, runs annual festivals in townships as a means to generate income for locals.
Yazeed Kamaldien
News | 24 June 2014
The second day of the first Khayelitsha film festival at the Khayelitshaâs Hubspace, fragrant with freshly popped corn, was attended by members of MOSAIC, Equal Education, Treatment Action Campaign, and Social Justice Coalition.
Katy Osborn
News | 18 June 2014
When Harare Squareâs Hubspace first opened its doors to the Khayelitsha community in April 2013, it was touted as a unique space for entrepreneurs to gather, share ideas, and take initiative. As a World Design Capital-linked social enterprise, the office space has sought to foster a culture of conversation and creativity.
Katy Osborn
News | 13 June 2014
Jozi: a novel is the debut of Swaziland-born journalist, lecturer and editor, Perfect Hlongwane. It is a gut-wrenching tale of loss, anger, love and death in the new South Africa.
Joshua Maserow
News | 12 June 2014
Two DJs from Cape Townâs Langa Township have been selected as part of the world famous Glastonbury Festival line-up for 2014. It is a great sign for aspiring musicians in townships across South Africa. DJ Fosta and Thibo Tazz discuss what is about to be the biggest moment of their music careers.
Zethu Gqola
News | 10 June 2014