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People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Choose school by 15 June
Thousands of Western Cape parents who applied for Grade R, 1 and 8 placements for next year have until Monday 15 June to confirm a school.
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June 02, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Abahambe or abahlale? Africa Day exposes us
On social media timelines and in street conversations, a phrase has become shorthand for South Africa’s current tension: “Abahambe? Abahlale?”
4 min |
June 02, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Mensch roll up sleeves
A total of 20 volunteers rolled up their sleeves at Justine’s Educare Centre in Hangberg as Mensch, a non-profit organisation focusing on social impact and volunteering, officially launched its Volunteer Programme 2026 earlier this month.
2 min |
June 02, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Kangaroo care promoted
Hospitals across the Western Cape are promoting Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC), a simple but effective method that helps improve outcomes for premature and low birthweight babies.
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May 26, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Businesses unite against crime
The Wynberg Business Forum (WBF), launched last month (‘Business Forum Launch’, People’s Post, 7 April) to tackle safety and urban decay in the area, held its first annual general meeting (AGM) on Monday 18 May at Church on Main Road, with 20 business owners in attendance.
2 min |
May 26, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Empathy matters in times of bloodshed
A JOURNO'S VOICE
2 min |
May 26, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
New ECD forum is for support
A new Early Childhood Development (ECD) forum in Subcouncil 20, which consists of seven wards covering areas including Claremont, Rondebosch, Newlands, Constantia, Wynberg, Plumstead, Bergvliet, Tokai, Hout Bay, and Llandudno, held its inaugural meeting at The Mill coffee shop in Wynberg, on Wednesday last week (13 May).
1 min |
May 19, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
After the storm... is not merely a moment
We often speak about storms as if they end when the rain stops. The skies clear. Roads reopen. Schools resume.
3 min |
May 19, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Dedicated vehicle for river clean-ups
The Friends of the Rivers of Hout Bay (FORHB) have secured a dedicated vehicle to strengthen their daily river clean-up and maintenance work, following support from private sponsors and a City of Cape Town water and sanitation grant.
2 min |
May 19, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Red Cross marks 70th with burn prevention call
As Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital celebrates 70 years of caring for children, doctors are raising concerns over the persistently high number of severe childhood burn injuries treated annually, most of which are entirely preventable.
2 min |
May 19, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Blisters for Bread registration now open
Hundreds of walkers are expected to lace up for this year's Blisters for Bread Charity Family Fun Walk in support of the Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA), with proceeds helping to feed vulnerable learners across the Western Cape.
1 min |
May 12, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Sisters get gifts on Mother's Day
The Lions Club of Cape Town marked Mother's Day by donating 20 gift bags to women at Sisters Incorporated, a Kenilworth-based shelter providing accommodation, counselling and support services to women and children affected by gender based violence (GBV), on Thursday 7 May, ahead of Mother's Day celebrations observed on Sunday 10 May.
1 min |
May 12, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Lions community impact up with new members and vision
The Lions Club of Tokai has welcomed three new members while celebrating the continued success of a community eye-care partnership that is changing the lives of children from disadvantaged communities.
2 min |
May 12, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Blood supply runs short as cold months set in
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is calling on the public to prioritise blood donation during winter, a period when supply is traditionally under strain.
1 min |
May 12, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Classrooms are still filled with dreamers
Returning to my old school recently brought back memories I had not thought about in many years.
2 min |
May 12, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Beyond the ballot: Are young voters aware?
Hello partner!
3 min |
May 05, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Boulders claim podium in travel rankings
Simon's Town's Boulders Beach recently clinched the world's top spot as one of Cape Town's best-known coastal destinations during a global beach ranking, placing the city firmly on the international tourism map.
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May 05, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Westlake soccer day joy
THE VIBE WAS TOTALLY COOL, VERY POSITIVE, AND PEOPLE WERE RESPECTFUL OF ONE ANOTHER
3 min |
May 05, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Applications for fellowship close this week
Grade 12 learners who display academic excellence and entrepreneurial potential have until Thursday 30 April to apply for The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Fellowship Programme.
1 min |
April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
'Good progress' as the City fixes local facilities
The Hangberg Civic Centre and several recreational facilities in Hout Bay have undergone refurbishment as part of the City of Cape Town's efforts to restore key community spaces.
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April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Late applications for Gr R, 1 and 8 to 17 May
Following the closure of applications for Grade R, 1 and 8 learners for the 2027 academic year, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) says parents who missed the deadline will have until Sunday 17 May to apply as part of its late application process.
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April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Top cop in rape case gets bail
A senior Western Cape police officer is due to return to the Wynberg Magistrates' Court on Wednesday 27 May after he was granted R5 000 bail with strict conditions.
1 min |
April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Techno-savs, don't gaze too long into abyss
The consequence of too much convenience seems to be a topic that may hold an ominous future for not only the current but future generations if left unchecked.
2 min |
April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Declining vaccination a worry
A rise in measles cases across the Western Cape has raised fresh concerns about declining childhood-vaccination rates and growing gaps in community immunity.
1 min |
April 28, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Are we actually making time for our goals?
A JOURNO'S VOICE
2 min |
April 21, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Lifeguards taking a well-deserved breather
The City of Cape Town has ended its seasonal lifeguard deployment, reporting a drop in drowning fatalities during the 2025-'26 summer season.
1 min |
April 21, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Waterloo Green secured
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean McPherson has introduced security measures at Waterloo Green in Wynberg.
2 min |
April 21, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Nominated again for WTA
Table Mountain has once again been nominated as Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the prestigious World Travel Awards, and voters have until Friday 17 July to cast their votes and help the iconic landmark secure another title.
1 min |
April 21, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
14% decrease in road deaths
A 36,1% DROP IN DUI ALCOHOL ARRESTS
2 min |
April 14, 2026
People’s Post Constantia & Wynberg
Hangberg Phase 2 'progressing'
A community activist has called for urgent intervention in the long-delayed Hangberg housing project in Hout Bay, saying frustration is growing over the pace of delivery, while the City of Cape Town says the project remains in the planning phase.
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