Michael Jameson

Hidden Currents: How Pharmaceutical Pollution Threatens Hout Bay’s Marine Life

Pharmaceutical pollution in Hout Bay is quietly harming the ocean and its creatures. Chemicals from everyday medicines and personal care…

4 months ago

Between Asphalt and Shelter: Cycling, Safety, and Socio-Spatial Tensions in Cape Town

Cyclists in Cape Town face serious dangers riding near informal settlements where crime is rising, making each trip tense and…

4 months ago

Guardians of the Wild: The Vital Role of South Africa’s Rangers

South Africa’s rangers are brave protectors of nature, fighting against dangerous poachers who threaten wildlife. They use modern tools like…

4 months ago

Rethinking Tradition: Mangaung Debates Lobola, Marriage Reform, and Gender Justice

The Mangaung debate brought a lively mix of voices together to rethink lobola, marriage laws, and fairness between men and…

4 months ago

Listing Cape Town Season 3: Where Creativity, Ambition, and Architecture Intersect

Listing Cape Town Season 3 shines a bright light on the city’s stunning mix of wild nature, stylish homes, and…

4 months ago

Reminisce: The Spirit of Transformation in a Bottle

Reminisce is a special South African whisky made by Darling Brew from leftover craft beer during the COVID19 lockdown. Using…

4 months ago

Braai Traditions Meet Rising Prices: South Africa’s Changing Meat Culture

Meat prices in South Africa have risen sharply due to diseases affecting livestock and global problems like poultry import bans.…

4 months ago

The Last Emissary of the Knysna Forest: South Africa’s Solitary Elephant

Deep in South Africa’s mysterious Knysna Forest roams the last Knysna elephant, a strong and lonely female who carries the…

5 months ago

Decoding Parliament’s Approval of the National Budget in South Africa

Every year, South Africa’s Parliament brings the national budget to life through a careful, lively process filled with debate and…

5 months ago

Cape Town 2050: Building a Thriving, Inclusive, and Resilient Future

Cape Town’s Vision 2050 paints a bright future where the city grows strong, fair, and ready for change. The plan…

5 months ago

South African Policing in Turmoil: Leadership Rifts, Allegations, and the Search for Accountability

South African policing is facing a serious crisis as top leaders clash and important police teams are disbanded. Lieutenant General…

5 months ago

Neo Sedi: Shaping the Future of South African Policing

Neo Sedi is a young, passionate South African police officer who is changing the way policing is done in his…

5 months ago

The Anticipation Builds: Springboks Face Georgia Under Mbombela’s Lights

Under the bright lights of Mbombela Stadium, the Springboks prepare to face tough opponents from Georgia in a game full…

5 months ago

The Pulse of Cape Town: Exploring the City’s Flourishing Coffee Culture

Cape Town’s coffee culture is a lively mix of history, art, and community spirit. Its cafés serve carefully crafted coffee…

5 months ago

Culinary Crossroads: The Pot Luck Club’s Bold Arrival at The Waldorf Hilton

Starting August 2025, The Pot Luck Club from Cape Town will take over the historic Homage dining room at London’s…

5 months ago

The Changing Taste of America: Coca-Cola, Cane Sugar, and the Cultural Meaning of Sweetness

CocaCola might switch from highfructose corn syrup to cane sugar because many people want more natural ingredients and the old,…

5 months ago