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Plain's talented crop of primary school athletes gear up for WP championships
Fuad Esack|Updated

Plain's talented crop of primary school athletes gear up for WP championships

Samantha Damon's inspiring journey as a mother advocating for children with autism

Phiri Cawe|Published

Discover the inspiring journey of Samantha Damon, a mother who turned her challenges into advocacy for children with autism through the Rainbow Step Foundation.

Protecting the future: Free HPV Vaccines for Grade 5 girls in Western Cape

Staff Reporter|Published

School health nurses are on a mission to protect Grade 5 girls across the Western Cape with free HPV vaccinations, running from February 2 to March 27. This vital ...

Celebrating Grandma Maria: 93 years of faith and family

Marsha Bothma|Published

Portland resident Maria Nelson celebrated her 93rd birthday surrounded by generations of family, reflecting on a life shaped by faith, strong values and devotion ...

Central line train services reopens after long halt

Marsha Bothma|Published

The Central Line reopened Monday February 23. Commuters welcomed the service, while Michael Jacobs urged safety improvements. PRASA confirmed phased operations after ...

How a Mitchells Plain officer is transforming youth lives through sport and mentorship

Siyavuya Khaya|Published

Discover how Constable Sinovuyo Seti, a dedicated officer from Mitchells Plain, is not just fighting crime but also shaping the future of local youth through sport ...

Community mourns the tragic death of priest Moulana Mustaqeem Wantza

Marsha Bothma|Updated

Tragic shooting of priest Moulana Mustaqeem Wantza, 33, after Ramadan prayers in Lentegeur sends shockwaves through the community, prompting calls for justice and ...

A golden milestone: A heartfelt thank you to the people of Mitchell’s Plain

Letter to the Editor|Published

Dr Alicia English thanks the community, leaders and schools for supporting the Mitchell’s Plain Legacy Project launch at Highlands Primary, celebrating unity, faith ...

Celebrating 50 Years of Community Spirit in Mitchell’s Plain

Phiri Cawe|Published

Residents of Mitchell’s Plain gathered to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their community with a thanksgiving service featuring uplifting performances and messages ...

Read to Rise launches new ECD programme in Mitchell's Plain

Marsha Bothma|Published

Read to Rise has launched its new Oaky Early Childhood Development programme at 3 Bears Educare in Portlands, sparking joy among toddlers as they welcomed Oaky during ...

Read of the week: The Predicament

Karen Watkins|Published

Discover William Boyd's 'The Predicament', the thrilling second instalment of the Gabriel Dax trilogy, where Cold War tensions meet personal dilemmas in a captivating ...

Activists call for urgent action on alcohol regulations to safeguard communities

Phiri Cawe|Published

In a powerful march from Mitchell’s Plain to Langa, community activists demand urgent reforms to alcohol regulations, exposing the devastating toll of alcohol abuse ...

Hip-Hop dancer Xiniah Lewin, 10, to represent South Africa in New York

OWN Correspondent|Published

Meet Xiniah Lewin, a determined 10-year-old hip-hop dancer from Mitchell's Plain, who is set to represent South Africa at an international competition in New York. ...

New shared sports facility rising at Lentegeur Secondary to boost youth development

Marsha Bothma|Published

A new shared facility at Lentegeur Secondary is set to transform youth development and sports access for local pupils and the community.

New contact centre in Beacon Valley set to create hundreds of jobs

OWN Correspondent|Published

Beacon Valley's new call centre promises hundreds of job opportunities and vital skills training, marking a significant investment in Mitchell’s Plain's economic ...

Colorado seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day at Westridge Gardens

OWN Correspondent|Published

Colorado Seniors Social Club enjoyed a Valentine’s Day outing to Westridge Gardens on February 16, sharing beautiful weather and fellowship.

Shooting incident claims the life of priest in Lentegeur

Marsha Bothma|Published

It is alleged that Moulana Mustaqeem Wanza, a respected priest from Salaamudien Masjid in Lentegeur, was tragically found dead in Candy Tuff Street following a shooting ...

The alarming connection between alcohol outlets and gender-based violence in Eastridge

Phiri Cawe|Published

A recent study reveals a troubling correlation between the density of alcohol outlets and incidents of gender-based violence in Eastridge, highlighting the need ...

Controversy leads to last minute postponement of Safa Cape Town elections

Published

A last-minute settlement has postponed SAFA Cape Town’s regional elections after a legal challenge over the nominations process

Mitchell’s Plain speedsters set to shine at Metro South championships

Fuad Esack|Updated

With primary school athletics season in full swing, young speedstersNuhaa Van Niekerk and Zozibini Mpako continue to fly the flag for Mitchell’s Plain despite significant ...