190 people left homeless after Khayelitsha fire
Families devastated, with newly-bought school uniforms and stationery burnt in the fire
By Vincent Lali
News | 9 January 2023
Where are children playing this December?
A photo essay and reflection
Text and Photos by Masixole Feni
Photo Essay | 22 December 2022
The most borrowed books from five Cape Town libraries
Public libraries are hosting a range of events and activities to keep children entertained this holiday
Photo Essay | 22 December 2022
Activist challenges law that bars naming accused in rape cases
Caroline Peters wants a section of the Criminal Procedure Act declared unconstitutional and invalid
Law | 21 December 2022
How close is Cape Town to taking over commuter rail?
Fikile Mbalula has been ignoring the mayor’s letters. Activists are now threatening legal action against the transport minister.
By James Stent
News | 20 December 2022
SASSA beneficiaries left stranded on Friday morning
They were told staff were having a party. GroundUp was told the same thing but the Western Cape SASSA spokesperson has denied this
By Liezl Human
Brief | 13 December 2022
Eco-friendly fast food deliveries create jobs for young people
Green Riders employs young people in Dunoon on e-bikes
Brief | 13 December 2022
Athlone fire victims sleep outside months later
Residents contest list of names given to the City’s Disaster Risk Management Centre
News | 12 December 2022
Public sector workers march to Parliament, reject 3% wage increase
Unions are demanding 10%. Inflation is just shy of 8%.
Brief | 9 December 2022