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Welcome to Purely Local Eastern Cape
At Purely Local Eastern Cape, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make this province special. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
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Luxury tourism sector could unlock economic growth in SA
South Africa's luxury tourism sector holds the key to unlocking unprecedented economic growth,...
Enter the Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2025!
The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2025 celebrates the vibrant and ever-evolving world of South African pizza culture.
The future of travel is local, says Samuel Nassimov, MD of Premier Hotels
Local travel in South Africa is becoming the preferred option for travelers seeking to explore gems in their own backyards.
Swimming Is a Life Skill That Every South African Should Have
Swimming is a life skill and learning to swim at an early age will reduce drowning incidences,...
Supporting Conservation Efforts with Kariega Veldskoen: The Story of Thandi the Rhino
Supporting conservation is very important to the team at Veldskoen Shoes, and they are proud to...
Disney+ Drops First African Animated Sci-Fi Series Teaser Released at Comic-Con
“Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire”, a Disney+ Original ten-part collection of premium original...
Learning and Laughter Go Hand-in-hand with ‘Africa Tour’, The Board Game About a Whole Continent
‘Africa Tour’, the latest offering from Belgian manufacturer Spring Games is an engaging and...
Chefs with Compassion Reaches 5 million Meal Milestone
Chefs with Compassion, a non-profit organisation that represents the collaborative efforts of five...
Brave New Works and Legacies Revisited at the National Arts Festival 2023
LArtists and audiences are building up to the 49th National Arts Festival taking place in Makhanda...
Autumn in South Africa: Protect Your Home
With autumn in the air, homeowners need to be mindful of the impact the season can have on their...
Neville D Collabs with Kings College Releases “Groot Ja” And Relocating to J’Bay
Neville D, the Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer, and producer, has teamed up with Victory4All...
Rewild Your Kids in The Great African Outdoors At Samara Karoo Reserve
Samara Karoo Reserve near Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape’s Great Karoo region is a landscape of...
Welcome to Purely Local Cape Town
At Purely Local Cape town, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make living in the vibrant Mother City such a pleasure. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Third instalment of Eastern Cape Fashion Week
Eastern Cape Fashion Week will showcase 10 local designers, NMU Fashion Design Students and a guest designer on their platform.
Uvulile National Tour in East London and Joburg
Gospel great Lusanda Beja embarks on a tour to various South Africa cities – he’s launching his third live album titled Walking in Authority.
How to build a wine cellar on a budget?
For most wine lovers, the journey to appreciating wine isn't smooth. At first, the wine world may...
Bring the joy of Christmas to July!
July is a great time of year to embrace a delightful, wintry celebration of all things festive – and also even Christmas.
B-well Launches Free Back-To-School Cookbook with over 25 Recipes
Here is a taste of some of the nutritious, quick-and-easy, kid-friendly recipes from the B-well Taste Explorers Cookbook.
Avian Flu Woes in South Africa Highlight Benefits of Choosing Plant-Based Products Over Eggs
B-well offers a range of eggless, vegan-friendly mayonnaises and dips, made right here in South Africa, which is safe and allergen-free.
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome at Work
Imposter syndrome can be a challenging hurdle to overcome – but what exactly is it, and how can you manage its impact?
What you need to know about Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a crucial time to shed light on this important issue which affects 1 in 27 women.
Worldwide Waddle for Penguins
On October 14th, join the worldwide waddle to help raise awareness about African penguins with events taking place in Cape Town, Joburg and Durbs.
Get ready for South Africa’s biggest garden party!
Everyone’s invited to join in on the fun for Garden Day on Sunday, 15 October – whether you’ve got a sprawling garden or just a few potted plants on your porch.