by Eonie van Schalkwyk | Jan 19, 2026 | Feel-Good Stories, News
Let’s support local, celebrate creativity, and grow together! Meet 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲, a proudly Namaqua West Coast business founded by two enthusiastic women — Mershia Cloete and Irene Fortuin from Papendorp, who saw the opportunity to turn something small from their...
by Protect the West Coast | Oct 2, 2025 | News
More Than 450 Entrants From Around The Western Cape Descended On The Small Towns Of Papendorp, Strandfontein And Doringbaai For The Third Iteration Of Run West, A Special Trail Run Event That Seeks To Protect And Uplift Coastal Communities And Their Environment From...
by Eonie van Schalkwyk | Dec 12, 2024 | News
Experience the magic of the holiday season in the picturesque Namaqua West Coast region. From indulging in delicious local cuisine to exploring the area’s breathtaking natural beauty, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Discover the best activities, &...
by Miles Masterson and Dom De Jesus | Oct 18, 2023 | News
Conceived in 2021 by Cape Town runner and surfer Dom De Jesus to raise awareness about rampant illegal mining on the West Coast, the latest leg of Run West attracted 145 entrants and raised more than R40,000 for Protect the West Coast (PTWC). The first Run West...
by Visit SA Winelands | May 15, 2023 | News
The South African winelands is not only set up for wining and dining, it is also the perfect backdrop to explore your adventurous side, with the natural elements and lay of the land providing the perfect network of trails for mountain bikers. In fact, the winelands...