Keep an eye on the sky: 7 must-see astronomical events in August

Planets, the moon and meteors – oh my! It seems Cape Town’s night sky...

Asteroid named in honour of late UWC Prof. Caroline Ödman-Govender 

An asteroid has been named to honour the late Dr Carolina Ödman-Govender, who was...

Astronomical events in 2023 that you should put in your calendar now

This year our night sky will light up with an abundance of remarkable sightings....

Enjoy a starry night with SAAO’s mesmerising Open Night

If you love gazing at the twinkling lights of our beautiful night sky, then...

Look! NASA reveals first full-colour galaxy cluster photo

In the midst of political pressures, United States President Joe Biden, has quite literally...

A Capetonian is a star in the astronomy show – all the more reason to visit Obs

Two women have reached for the stars and paved the cosmic path of inspiration...