Smart money on MARCUS AURELIUS at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth 16 May 2026 — Candice Bass trained MARCUS AURELIUS, distinguished himself when he was just beaten by FUTURE FREE a month ago. His conqueror went on to run way above his official rating behind Hollywoodbets Durban July Gr 1 entry LA PULGA and VIVA’S LIBERTe in the Legal Eagle Stakes Gr 3, …

14 May, 2026 — On Thursday, 11 June, the world will turn its eyes to Mexico as it opens the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with a celebration full of sound, colour, and meaning. It is the first note in a tournament that will echo across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, united by a shared passion for the game that …

13 May 2026 — Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Wednesday named a “purpose and goal-driven” 40-man squad for the team’s second in-person alignment camp in Cape Town next week, featuring two players invited to their first camp in Sibabalwe Mahashe and Zekhethelo Siyaya. Embrose Papier, Francke Horn, Andre-Hugo Venter, and Henco van Wyk, who have all attended alignment camps in …

Something You’ve Never Tried, But You’ll Love… 29 April 2026 — Picture a subtle purple latte in your hand. It’s nothing like you would expect. The colour will grab your attention, and the taste is more intriguing. It is smooth, nutty and sweet with a warmth that settles in like vanilla. This is Ube Vanilla, the newest seasonal addition to …

  28 April 2026 — Having missed the opening race of the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series due to injury, Kabelo Mulaudzi returns in top form after claiming his maiden national 10,000m title. Meanwhile, Kenya’s Felix Kibet Masai will be chasing a personal best on his South African 10km debut at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K …

This article is very likely the last leader I will write for the Independent Media. This leader, written by Herman Gibbs, was published in yesterday’s Cape Times and in other morning titles such as The Mercury, The Star (Johannesburg) and the Pretoria News (Pretoria). Independent Media has opted not to renew contracts for all contracted sports writers. This decision is …

KZN’s own MusiholiQ will be bringing energy and creativity to the Summer Campaign launch. A homegrown artist championing the province’s vibrant cultural and youth appeal.

14 December 2023 – A colourful celebration of all things Cape Town is set to ring in the bumper summer season in the Mother City at the Grade 1 Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas on Saturday, 16 December. Taking place at the recently refurbished Hollywoodbets Kenilworth, an iconic hub of the city’s social and sporting scene, the Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas offers a day …

10 December 2023 – Argentina claimed the HSBC SVNS 2024 series crown in Cape Town with a clinical win over Australia, a week after losing to South Africa in Dubai. It was a fitting end to a weekend in which Los Pumas’ veteran Gastón Revol played his 100th tournament, and German Schulz scored his 100th international sevens try as the …

30 November 2023 – Somerset Mall, a prominent player in the retail and commercial property sector, is marking its 30th anniversary this year, and it’s an occasion worth recognising not just for nostalgia’s sake, but for the profound strategic milestones it represents. From its humble beginnings with just a handful of stores, Somerset Mall has expanded into a formidable 70,000m2 …