Marsha Bothma

Multimedia journalist

'The Cape Flats is a crime scene,' say safety structures at Western Cape Ministerial programme engagement

Marsha Bothma|Published

Cape Flats leaders and residents raised urgent concerns over gang violence, weak policing, scarce resources and called for SANDF deployment and long-term community ...

Ma Se Kind NPC tackles teacher shortage and STEM crisis in Cape Flats

Marsha Bothma|Published

Ma Se Kind NPC trains young teachers from disadvantaged communities, addressing STEM shortages while giving children quality education and mentorship.

Summerdale High teacher Waldilene Folding shines in Western Cape mathematics awards

Marsha Bothma|Published

Waldilene Folding, a mathematics teacher at Summerdale High School, receives district and provincial recognition for her dedication to teaching, inspiring pupils ...

Parkhurst Primary crowned champions of RWS Newspaper Quiz and Spelling Bee

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Parkhurst Primary's pupils, teachers, and parents celebrated a triumphant victory at the Athlone Quiz and Spelling Bee, where they not only earned cash prizes but ...

Educare centre's ambitious plan for a permanent ECD facility in Tafelsig

Marsha Bothma|Published

Kids Empire Educare Centre in Tafelsig is set to revolutionise early childhood education with its application for a permanent ECD facility, promising enhanced learning ...

Mitchell’s Plain Safety and Development Forum to be formed with community-led criteria

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The Mitchell’s Plain Safety and Development Forum will be formed with community-led criteria, aiming to create safe spaces, strengthen collaboration, address crime, ...

New kitchen and dining hall brings hope to Searidge Park Primary

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GrandWest funded a R753 000 kitchen and dining hall at Searidge Park Primary, built by Breadline Africa, giving pupils safe meals, dignity, and a space to gather, ...

Man killed in gang-related Montrose Park shooting

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A 36-year-old man was fatally shot in Montrose Park while collecting scrap on the pavement of Samantha Street. The Lentegeur police confirm the shooting is gang-related ...

Alleged intruders spark panic at Princeton High School

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Panic erupted at Princeton High School when two boys allegedly disguised in uniform entered searching for a pupil, sparking rumours of firearms, lockdown, and parents ...

Lentegeur Senior Secondary School unveils wellness hub to support pupils' well-being

Marsha Bothma|Published

Lentegeur Senior Secondary launched its first wellness hub on Friday August 29, providing pupils with psychosocial support, safe spaces, and interventions through ...

No arrests after firearms cache discovered in Lentegeur

Marsha Bothma|Published

Police discovered 19 firearms, 1500 rounds of ammunition and other weapons in a Lentegeur house allegedly linked to the Fancy Boys gang, amid rising shootings that ...

Northwood Primary School turns recycling into a fun learning experience with Petco and Ready D

Marsha Bothma|Published

Northwood Primary pupils dive into the world of recycling PET bottles and cartons through an energetic blend of music, dance, and interactive lessons with PETCO ...

Pupil-led awards at Heideveld High recognise class monitors' efforts

Marsha Bothma|Updated

Heideveld High’s RCL launched the Class Monitors Awards to celebrate students who maintain discipline and support teachers, fostering leadership and resilience in ...

Five Cape Town adventurers conquer Mount Kilimanjaro after eight days of trekking

Marsha Bothma|Updated

Five adventurers from Cape Town triumphantly summit Mount Kilimanjaro after an arduous eight-day trek, overcoming physical challenges and personal doubts along the ...

Parkhurst Primary pupils ready for literacy quiz

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Parkhurst Primary Grade 7 pupils are preparing for a Cape Flats interschool quiz, building reading, vocabulary, and general knowledge, with guidance from teachers ...

Welding the way: Ms Dennis shapes the next generation in welding and technical skills

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Athina Dennis, Mechanical Technology teacher at Oval North High School, equips pupils with welding and technical skills, achieving 100% NSC pass rates and opening ...

Mitchell’s Plain safety plan moves forward with community input

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Community, government and civil society stakeholders met in Mitchell’s Plain to shape a local safety and development plan, prioritizing projects and urging accountability ...

Ex-gangster turns his past into a message for youth

Marsha Bothma|Updated

Former gangster and ex-prisoner Mervin Lewis, 56, now dedicates his life to guiding youth away from crime, sharing his redemption story to inspire hope and change ...

One man fatally shot in front of Mitchell's Plain Magistrate's Court

Marsha Bothma|Updated

A man was killed and another wounded in a brazen shooting outside the Mitchell’s Plain Magistrate’s Court, prompting urgent calls from community leaders for government ...

Empowering women: Celebrating caregivers at The Homestead's Women’s Day gathering

Marsha Bothma|Published

The Homestead Mitchell’s Plain hosted a Women’s Day event honouring caregivers, partners, and donors with a three-course meal, inspirational talks, and recognition ...

Portland Primary School pupil shines in national art competition

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Portland Primary’s Lucia van der Ross placed third in the national Art and Water Competition, showcasing her creative work during UWC Science Week alongside fellow ...

New skills centre launched in Town Centre to empower youth

Marsha Bothma|Published

The Alfidaa Foundation, in collaboration with the Al Ikhlaas Trust and SAMCT, has launched the TCM Skills Centre in Town Centre, aiming to equip young people with ...

Celebrating community journalists at RLabs' First Thursdays

Marsha Bothma|Published

Community journalists in Mitchell’s Plain were honoured for their essential role in storytelling during the RLabs First Thursday gathering, marking RLabs House’s ...

Women shine at Mitchell's Plain Network Opposing Abuse women’s month celebration

Marsha Bothma|Published

A vibrant celebration of women’s strength and resilience unfolded at the Beaconvale Frail Care Centre, where diverse communities came together for a high tea honouring ...

Soil for Life empowers communities through sustainable gardening

Marsha Bothma|Published

Discover how Soil for Life, an NGO with 28 years of experience, is transforming lives through sustainable gardening. Join the upcoming cycle starting August 25, ...