RC 260919Cape TalkSara-Jayne Makwala King
Saturday, 19 September 2026
Weekend Breakfast focused on South Africa’s gender-based violence crisis, creative voices responding to it, and practical conversations spanning wellness, cinema, motoring and music.
- 07:31
A solidarity walk for women will leave Sea Point lighthouse at 10am on Sunday; organiser Nuri Gallo also announced free self-defence sessions, with the first planned for 3 October.
- 09:30
Koleka Putuma, named Poetry Africa’s 2026 Featured Poet, performed a stark poem about gender-based violence and said her work reflects the realities of being a Black queer woman in South Africa.
- 09:01
President Cyril Ramaphosa granted the Madlanga Commission a final extension until 25 January 2027, allowing it to hear outstanding testimony and process expert recommendations before submitting its report.
- 07:58
Dietitian Andy Moore said lion’s mane and ashwagandha are supplements, not shortcuts: check dosage and quality, consult a doctor about medication, and prioritise diet, sleep and stress management.
- 09:46
Paxton Phillis returned with “It’s Over”, the first single from an upcoming independent EP; she said full creative control has made the project both challenging and liberating.