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Short documentary ‘Druk dit!’ illuminates arm wrestling and the close-knit community behind the sport

Annette HavengaAugust 16, 2026

It may surprise many to learn that arm wrestling is an international sport — but it does indeed require hard work and good technique, something you definitely cannot learn late one night in a pub… The short documentary Druk dit! lifts the veil and introduces viewers to the arm wrestling community. It focuses especially on Terence Opperman,...

Broad scope of loss explored in the short film ‘ ’n Poppy op die heuwel’

Annette HavengaAugust 16, 2026

A brother and sister return to a Namaqualand farm to bury their grandmother Poppy in the place where she spent more than 50 years of her life — but they find themselves up against the company that now owns it. Initially, Josh (Marunzo Thomas) tries to convince Laila (Lauren Joseph) that they should abandon the...

THEO PAUL VORSTER CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF LINOCUT PRINTMAKING WITH SPECIAL EXHIBITION AT RUST-EN-VREDE GALLERY

Annette HavengaAugust 14, 2026

Artist and printmaker Theo Paul Vorster celebrates two decades of linocut printmaking with a special exhibition at Rust-en-Vrede Gallery in Durbanville. The exhibition runs until 12 September 2026.The exhibition marks a significant milestone in Vorster’s career and brings his journey full circle, returning to the gallery where he presented his first linocut exhibition in 2006.Although...

Kusche ready to challenge the 10km specialists as Kibet targets victory at Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K

Annette HavengaAugust 13, 2026

Refusing to be pigeonholed as an ultra-marathon specialist, reigning Comrades Marathon champion George Kusche is setting his sights on a fast time at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K on Sunday 23 August 2026, while Kenya’s Salem Kibet arrives ready to challenge for victory. Returning to South Africa in 2023 armed with a sub-four-minute...

Nedbank and AWIEF Partner to Launch Women Enterprise Growth and Export Programme in South Africa

Annette HavengaAugust 13, 2026

The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has partnered with Nedbank to launch a new programme – Women Enterprise Growth and Export. This new initiative builds on Nedbank and AWIEF’s long-term relationship and partnership since 2018, implementing the AWIEF Growth Accelerator and investment readiness programme in South Africa. The Nedbank – AWIEF Women Enterprise...

Overstrand firefighters gear up for hazardous incidents

Annette HavengaAugust 13, 2026

There was a genuine sense of pride and high spirits at the Hermanus Fire Station on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, as the Overstrand Municipality Fire, Rescue and Disaster Management team welcomed Executive Mayor Alderman Archie Klaas, members of his Mayoral Committee, Director for Overstrand Municipal Public Safety Dawie Adonis, Western Cape Disaster Management Deputy Director...

Valerie Munro Named One of South Africa’s Top 20 Women of Wonder Award Recipients in 2026

Annette HavengaAugust 12, 2026

Business leader Valerie Munro has been officially recognised as one of only 20 recipients of the prestigious Women of Wonder Award South Africa 2026. This accolade celebrates her ethical leadership, professional dedication, and positive community impact The Women of Wonder (WOW) Awards South Africa is a globally recognised platform honouring women whose resilience and service...

MERVYN GERS INTRODUCES BEACH: A GLAZE INSPIRED BY THE NATURAL COASTLINE

Annette HavengaAugust 12, 2026

Mervyn Gers Ceramics has added Beach to its collection of glazes. Inspired by the ever-changing tones of the natural coastline, it joins an array of locally inspired finishes such as Fynbos, Churchhaven, Mother of Pearl (abalone), Ostrich, Fig Green, and Blush, alongside the studio’s signature metallic lustres. Mervyn Gers, owner and creative director, explains: “Living...

OVERSTRAND SHARES PADDAVLEI CONSERVATION EFFORTS AT FYNBOS FORUM

Annette HavengaAugust 12, 2026

Marco Cornelius, from the Overstrand Municipality’s Environmental Management & Conservation, attended the Fynbos Forum, together with partners Dr Sheraine van Wyk from Whale Coast Conservation (WCC) and Zelda Arendse from Hawston Paddavlei Eco-Group (PEG). The above-mentioned organisations worked collaboratively to implement the activities listed in the Paddavlei Maintenance Management Plan. This plan was completed for...

MERVYN GERS CERAMICS LAUNCHES ONLINE STORE

Annette HavengaAugust 10, 2026

Mervyn Gers Ceramics, internationally renowned for its distinctive handcrafted ceramics and dinnerware, has launched its long-awaited online store, making its celebrated collection more accessible to customers across South Africa. The store officially went live on 1 July. The company has built a reputation for creating functional pieces with a distinctly artistic aesthetic. Every item passes...

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Short documentary ‘Druk dit!’ illuminates arm wrestling and the close-knit community behind the sport

Broad scope of loss explored in the short film ‘ ’n Poppy op die heuwel’

THEO PAUL VORSTER CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF LINOCUT PRINTMAKING WITH SPECIAL EXHIBITION AT RUST-EN-VREDE GALLERY

Kusche ready to challenge the 10km specialists as Kibet targets victory at Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K

Nedbank and AWIEF Partner to Launch Women Enterprise Growth and Export Programme in South Africa

Overstrand firefighters gear up for hazardous incidents

Valerie Munro Named One of South Africa’s Top 20 Women of Wonder Award Recipients in 2026

MERVYN GERS INTRODUCES BEACH: A GLAZE INSPIRED BY THE NATURAL COASTLINE

OVERSTRAND SHARES PADDAVLEI CONSERVATION EFFORTS AT FYNBOS FORUM

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