Beaufort West

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Fresh vegetables, farm cheese or honey from nearby just taste better when you know where they come from. Where do you like to buy local produce in Beaufort West Local Municipality, at the weekly market or straight from …

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in Beaufort West Local Municipality? W…

Sometimes it's the cake, sometimes the view, sometimes just the staff who remember your name. Where do you like to have your coffee or tea in Beaufort West Local Municipality? Share your tips in the comments!

At the end of the apartheid era, the area that is today the Beaufort West Local Municipality was divided between two Regional Services Councils (RSCs): the western part around Beaufort West formed part of the Central Ka…

Beaufort West Municipality (Afrikaans: Beaufort-Wes Munisipaliteit; Xhosa: uMasipala wase Bhobhofolo) is a local municipality located in the Western Cape province of South Africa. As of 2011, the population is 49,586. I…

“Dad, can you sign your name with your eyes closed?” – “I think so.” – “Great, close them and sign my school report.”

Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing.

What did the mole say about its holiday? “The hotel was a real hole.”

Why do bees hum? Because they've forgotten the words.

“How would you like your hair cut?” – “In silence, please.”

Knock knock. – Who's there? – Lettuce. – Lettuce who? – Lettuce in, it's cold out here!

What do you call cheese that isn't yours? Nacho cheese.

What's a vampire's favourite fruit? A neck-tarine.

Why don't eggs tell jokes? They'd crack each other up.

“How was the weather on holiday?” – “Great, it only rained twice. Once for nine days, once for five.”

Why did the phone wear glasses? It lost all its contacts.