Mitchells Plain
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DJ Ready D turning to politics to help struggling communities
Legendary DJ Ready D, born Deon Daniels, is trading turntables for politics as the People’s Movement for Change mayoral candidate for Cape Town.
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Crime stats reveal mixed picture for Mitchells Plain and Lentegeur
Mitchells Plain and Lentegeur’s first-quarter 2026-’27 crime statistics show murder down but common assault, robbery and drug-related crime rising.
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Protestors demand economic inclusion at Promenade Mall
Protestors led by One Love Alliance blocked Liberty Promenade in Mitchells Plain, demanding economic inclusion for local businesses.
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Foundation plans community walk to highlight afterschool programmes
Advance Edukos Foundation will host a Lights On Afterschool community walk and celebration on 24 October to raise awareness of afterschool programmes.
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She slapped first, sources say of viral soldier video
A viral video of a SANDF soldier slapping a woman in Tafelsig has prompted the Western Cape MEC to call for his removal from Operation Prosper.
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Mitchells Plain academic responds to investigation into his background
Mitchells Plain poet Athol Williams responds to a media investigation into claims about his background, drawing parallels to a Cambridge tragedy.
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Subcouncil 12 reflects on five-year term at last meeting of the year
Subcouncil 12 chairperson Solomon Philander reflected on a five-year term of service delivery and infrastructure at the Lentegeur chambers on 27 August
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Philippi farmers under siege as thefts force closures
Farmers in the Philippi Horticultural Area say rampant theft of produce and equipment is forcing farm closures and threatening food supplies.
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Girl child technovation workshop inspires Mitchells Plain learners
Girl Child Technovation workshop in Mitchells Plain urged investment in girls’ education, technology and protection from gender-based violence.
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Fire department bolsters ranks with 300 staff for dry summer
The fire department is adding about 300 staff and extra water tankers for a drier than usual summer, after logging 139 incidents in sub-council 12.
