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Cutting-edge illusions at Majika
Staff Reporter|Published 8 hours ago

Cutting-edge illusions at Majika

First MyCiti electric fleet of buses set to ride

Marsha Bothma|Published 9 hours ago

Mitchell’s Plain will be the first area to benefit from Cape Town’s new electric MyCiTi bus fleet, launching in 2027. With community engagement at the forefront, ...

Italian jazz vocalist Marta Raviglia to perform in Cape Town

Staff Reporter|Published 10 hours ago

While Marta Raviglia will be offering master-classes and workshops to students, local audiences have a unique opportunity to experience her artistry live on stage. ...

Fight Island delivers with big performances

Buntu Gotywa|Published 13 hours ago

Boxing fans treated to a spectacle of talent.

Incognito jazz it up at free concert on Greenmarket Square

Published 3 days ago

One nation under the groove at CTIJF free concert.

See right, start right and sell right

Steve Reid|Published 3 days ago

Discover how to create a compelling mission, build a strong sales process, and ensure compliance in your business journey.

Exploring wildlife: Little Stars Daycare visits Giraffe House

Staff Reporter|Published 3 days ago

Children from Little Stars Daycare went on educational excursions to Giraffe House wildlife awareness centre, discovering various animals and learning about wildlife ...

Montclair grandmother empowers women through her debut book

Alicia English|Published 4 days ago

Berenice Martin, an 80-year-old Montclair grandmother and domestic violence survivor, shares her inspiring journey in her debut book, Journey’s End, encouraging ...

Book review: Book People

Lauren O'Connor-May|Published 5 days ago

In Book People by Paige Nick, laughter meets chaos as two authors navigate the tumultuous world of publishing, social media, and unexpected police inquiries.

It's about passion, not paychecks, says Premier Cup organisers

fuad Esack|Published 6 days ago

On and off the pitch, there were fireworks at the 36th edition of the annual under-19 Bayhill Premier Cup

The history of Mitchell’s Plain – A Timeline

Simoneh de Bruin|Published 6 days ago

In 1974, on a large tract of land, approximately 3 000 hectares, which was then just a wilderness of shrub-covered sand dunes, the new town of Mitchell's Plain began. ...

Join the autism awareness walk at Westridge Gardens

Alicia English|Published 6 days ago

Celebrate Autism Awareness Month by joining the Strive Autism Learning Centre's fifth annual fundraising walk at Westridge Gardens on April 26. Enjoy a fun-filled ...

On the cusp of its 50th anniversary – monumental moment for Mitchell’s Plain

Simoneh de Bruin|Published 6 days ago

In April 1976, Mitchell's Plain will mark its jubilee anniversary – celebrating 50 years since its establishment. The Plainsman looks back at how the community has ...

The role of sports in reducing crime and gangsterism in our communities

Staff Reporter|Published 6 days ago

Jacques Baartman from Rocklands argues that crime and unemployment are crippling South Africa, and calls for a return to community sports as a solution to the violence ...

Gang wars destroying community

Letter to the Editor|Published 1 week ago

Meaningful change needed to end scourge of crime and gangsterism in Mitchell's Plain, says resident

Unforgettable night with Lebo M

Phiri Cawe|Published 1 week ago

Lebo M and special guest Hans Zimmer wow fans on Good Friday.

Chellan storms to victory with second round TKO

Buntu Gotywa|Published 1 week ago

Wassim Chellan delivered an electrifying performance at the Jack Brice promotion in Wynberg, securing a second-round TKO victory against Siphenathi Qampi, marking ...

Call for Grade 12s to apply for fellowship

Staff Reporter|Published 1 week ago

The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is making a final call for all Grade 12 pupils across the country with an entrepreneurial mindset and academic excellence to apply ...

Nocele maintains undefeated record with TKO

Buntu Gotywa|Published 1 week ago

Explosive action at Jack Brice Promotions event.

Choral performance at Christ Church Constantia

Staff Reporter|Published 1 week ago

Two prestigious choirs are performing at Christ Church Constantia