In Memory of Dennis Nick – A Life That Truly Spread Joy
The Cape Town Press Club pays tribute to Dennis Nick, whose warmth, kindness and unwavering enthusiasm made him a cherished part of the Club for many years. Remembered for his generosity of spirit and his enduring message to “Spread Joy,” Dennis leaves behind a lasting legacy of friendship and goodwill.
Honouring the Life and Legacy of Henry Steyn
The Cape Town Press Club pays tribute to Henry Steyn – a respected professional, dedicated community advocate, and valued supporter whose quiet leadership and generosity left a lasting impact.
Remembering Terry Bell – Memorial Service Announcement
Join us in honouring Terry Bell’s life at a memorial service in Muizenberg, or share your tribute online.
Terry Bell was a force for good in the world
The Cape Town Press Club honours the life of Terry Bell, a fearless journalist and activist whose unwavering commitment to justice, independence and truth left a lasting mark on South Africa.
In Memoriam: Professor JP van Niekerk (1938–2025)
The Cape Town Press Club honours the memory of Professor JP van Niekerk, a distinguished surgeon, academic leader, and long-standing member whose contributions to medicine, medical publishing, and public life left a lasting legacy.
The Cape Town Press Club pays tribute to Tshidi Madia
The Cape Town Press Club celebrates the life of Tshidi Madia—South African journalist and political correspondent who reported from the Oval Office and inspired with her fearless storytelling.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the passing of long standing member Jonathan Hobday
The Cape Town Press Club is deeply saddened by the passing of long-standing member Jonathan Hobday, a renowned journalist and golfing legend.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the passing of Benjamin Philip Rabinowitz
The Cape Town Press Club’s long-term benefactor, Bennie Rabinowitz died on Tuesday, May 9, at the age of 89.
Funeral details for the late Donwald Pressly
The funeral of our much loved past Chairperson Donwald Pressly will be held on Saturday 5th November at 11:00 am
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the passing of former chairperson Donwald Pressly
Donwald Pressly, long-time chairperson of the Cape Town Press Club, died in the early hours of Thursday morning after a long illness. He was 59.
Statement: Persecution of Karyn Maughan
The Cape Town Press Club notes with alarm the action of former President Jacob Zuma in bringing a criminal prosecution against respected News24 journalist and author Karyn Maughan for doing her job.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the passing of Alderman Clive Keegan
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the passing of Alderman Clive Keegan, who played a significant role in the life of the Cape Town Press Club.
By Donwald Pressly
The Cape Town Press Club pays tribute to Val Boje and Allan Greenblo
The Cape Town Press Club pays tribute to two distinguished South African journalists, Val Boje and Allan Greenblo, who have recently died and who brought much credit to their profession.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist Karima Brown
The Cape Town Press Club joins the nation in mourning the passing of veteran journalist Karima Brown after a battle with Covid-19. Her contribution to the journalistic profession was immense and she has left a mark on the history of SA journalism.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of cameraman and journalist Lungile Tom
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of cameraman and journalist Lungile Tom, who passed away after testing positive for Covid-19.
Covid-19 Message to Cape Town Press Club Members
We continue to hold thumbs that the national lockdown will have the desired impact of mitigating the spread of Covid-19. It was surely done in the nick of time. I hope you are safe and in good health. It was the correct choice that days before the announcement of the...
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist Shaun Johnson
Shaun Johnson served as deputy editor and political editor of the Johannesburg Star and was also the editor of titles including the Cape Argus and Saturday Star. In 2003, he was appointed deputy chief executive of Independent News & Media South Africa and was the founding chief executive of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation in Cape Town.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist Rex Gibson
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist Rex Gibson, the last editor of the well-regarded Rand Daily Mail. We send our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist Ben Said
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the loss of veteran journalist, Ben Said
Barry Streek Memorial Lecture 2019 by Pippa Green
The annual Barry Streek Memorial Lecture was delivered by Press Ombudsman, Pippa Green on June 27 at the Cape Town Press Club. The lecture centered around freedom of the media in a changing South Africa: the role of self-regulation.
Cape Town Press Club elects new committee
The Cape Town Press Club is excited to announce their newly elected 2019 committee.
2019 Barry Streek Memorial Lecture to be delivered by Pippa Green
South Africa’s new Press Ombudsman: How do we keep the media free? The role of self-regulation and the Ombudsman.
Cape Town Press Club mourns the death of Nigel Murphy
Nigel Murphy, a founding member of the Cape Town Press Club and who served as its chairman in the early 1990s, died at his Kenilworth, Cape Town, home this morning, 4 June 2019. He was 82.
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the tragic and untimely passing of Anton Steenkamp
The Cape Town Press Club mourns the tragic and untimely passing of Anton Steenkamp, well known Labour Court Judge. Anton was on a long-planned tour of Africa with his wife when he was bitten by a black mamba on Monday, which proved fatal.