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False Bay Echo

Fish Hoek Primary’s Luca Blom claims gold in U/11 chess tournament

Fish Hoek Primary School pupil Luca Blom has won gold in the U/11 section at the recent Western Cape Primary Schools Individual Chess Championships.

1 min  |

May 21, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Muizenberg wetland revival continues

A multi-year project to restore a rare wetland ecosystem in Muizenberg Park is nearing completion.

2 min  |

May 21, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Freemasonry truths revealed

Residents curious about the history and traditions behind the Freemasons’ Lodge in Glencairn will have the chance to learn more at an upcoming public talk hosted by the Fish Hoek Valley Historical Association.

1 min  |

May 14, 2026

False Bay Echo

Chess club needs support

Masiphumelele High School is trying to raise funds to retain a teacher who also runs an after-school chess programme that has become an important source of academic support and a safe space for pupils.

1 min  |

May 14, 2026

False Bay Echo

Demanding clarity on lease issues

I am writing once again to follow up on my ongoing enquiries regarding the Galley Restaurant matter.

1 min  |

May 07, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

'Putting on The Ritz' in theatre

A new musical revue exploring love, music and time travel has enjoyed a sold-out opening week at the Kalk Bay Theatre.

1 min  |

May 07, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Pupils empowered through journalistic storytelling

Independent Youth Press (IYP), a newly formed nonprofit organisation, is aiming to empower high school pupils through the art of journalistic storytelling.

1 min  |

April 16, 2026

False Bay Echo

How Now Brown Cow company unveils winter season

Award-winning theatre company How Now Brown Cow is celebrating its sixth anniversary with the announcement of its 2026 winter season, featuring two major productions — one of which is set to run in Cape Town.

1 min  |

April 16, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Comedy cabaret on ageing and memory

A new comedy cabaret, OUMA en die ou KOEIE set to delight audiences, will take to the stage at the Suidoosterfees at the Cape Town Civic Centre on Friday, May 1, offering a humorous look at memory, ageing and the stories we tell ourselves.

1 min  |

April 16, 2026

False Bay Echo

Auditions open for a full-time apprenticeship programme

The SboNdaba Dance Academy, a nonprofit, is calling on all women dancers aged 18 to audition to be part of a full-time apprenticeship programme with the organisation.

1 min  |

April 16, 2026

False Bay Echo

Muizenberg battle site gains heritage status

The City has announced that the Battle of Muizenberg site has been officially declared a Provincial Heritage Site (PHS) by Heritage Western Cape (HWC).

2 min  |

April 09, 2026

False Bay Echo

Four decades of dedicated service

Kleinberg Primary School recently bid farewell to long-serving staff member Naazly Hector, who retired after 40 years in the government sector, including nearly four decades at the school.

1 min  |

April 09, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Breakfast boosts Panties for Africa initiative

Third Thursday False Bay hosted its third Breakfast with a Purpose, raising awareness and support for the growing Panties for Africa initiative.

2 min  |

April 09, 2026

False Bay Echo

Fish Hoek's auntie Gaya shares life story in new book

Rugaya Albertus, known to many as Auntie Gaya, has been a familiar face behind a fruit and vegetable stall behind Pick 'n Pay in Fish Hoek for more than 30 years — and now her life story is being shared in a small illustrated book, created with the help of a longtime customer.

2 min  |

March 26, 2026

False Bay Echo

Family plans memorial for JP

In the months before his death, JP's family had launched a Backa-

1 min  |

March 12, 2026

False Bay Echo

SPAR plans open for comment

Residents will have an opportunity to scrutinise and comment on updated plans for a proposed SPAR shopping centre in Kommetjie at a public meeting next month.

1 min  |

March 05, 2026

False Bay Echo

Safer space for traders

Permits may not be sold, sublet, or transferred, and traders must keep accounts in good standing and take responsibility for activities at their trading spaces.

1 min  |

March 05, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Residents' input sought

The association said much had changed since the development was first proposed, including the rise of delivery motorbikes, the establishment of the Imhoff commercial centre and the possibility of further retail expansion in Ocean View, all of which added to the cumulative impact on the area.

1 min  |

March 05, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Property valuations drive up City charges

Homeowners in the far south are reporting significant increases in their municipal bills following new property valuations by the City of Cape Town.

2 min  |

February 26, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Preserving the valley's love stories

From seaside proposals to mountain-backdrop weddings, the Fish Hoek Valley has been home to countless love stories over the years.

1 min  |

February 19, 2026

False Bay Echo

Zingara extends bookings to May

The Royal Countess Zingara has added a new international aerial act to La Dolce Royal and extended bookings through May 2026 following a sold-out festive season and its 100th performance at the Spiegeltent in Century City.

1 min  |

February 19, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Upgrade to include children's resuscitation room

False Bay Hospital is undergoing key upgrades, including a redesigned Emergency Centre with a dedicated children’s resuscitation room.

2 min  |

February 19, 2026

False Bay Echo

Breaking silence on mental health for Teen Suicide Prevention Week

As Teen Suicide Prevention

2 min  |

February 12, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Help support Masiphumelele pupils

An after-school programme in Masiphumelele is appealing for volunteers to help support children from vulnerable households who are struggling to keep up at school.

2 min  |

February 05, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

A vision for Miller's Point's future

Survey results show residents want Miller's Point's character preserved while basic facilities are improved.

2 min  |

February 05, 2026

False Bay Echo

Thieves target beach office in Muizenberg

A man was arrested on Thursday, January 15, at Muizenberg Beach after attempting to steal a fully equipped container used by Law Enforcement officers as a mobile office during the busy summer season.

1 min  |

January 22, 2026
False Bay Echo

False Bay Echo

Fish Hoek's Danielle Lubbe runs 2 160km charity relay

Fish Hoek resident Danielle Lubbe is preparing to take part in the Cape2Care 2026 relay, which will see participants run 2 160km from Musina to Cape Agulhas in just nine days to raise awareness and funds for vulnerable children.

3 min  |

January 15, 2026

False Bay Echo

Fish Hoek police probe armed robbery

Fish Hoek police are investigating a case of armed robbery after four men entered a property in Crofters Valley, Noordhoek, on Monday, January 12, at about 10am.

1 min  |

January 15, 2026

False Bay Echo

Hard work pays off as far south matric results improve

He congratulated the Class of 2025 on an excellent set of results.

2 min  |

January 15, 2026

False Bay Echo

Cape baboon plan spark concerns

A new plan to manage the Cape Peninsula's baboons has sparked concern among conservationists and residents.

1 min  |

November 27, 2025