Mitchells Plain
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Vendor applications still open for Freedom Day celebration
Apply to be a vendor at Mitchells Plain’s 50th anniversary Freedom Day celebration on April 27, 2026. Applications close April 15.
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Doctor calls for early autism support at community expo
Health professionals call for better teacher training and collaboration to support children with autism in schools and communities.
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Original residents share memories of area’s early days for 50th anniversary
More than 100 residents gathered at Dagbreek Hall to celebrate Mitchells Plain’s 50th anniversary, sharing memories of the township’s early days.
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Action SA politician faces ire over live Facebook video
Action SA MP Dereleen James faces backlash after livestreaming a police raid where children were removed, raising questions about child protection laws and ethics
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Foundation takes Mitchells Plain pupils to Norval art museum
Mark Jeneker Foundation took children from 16 Mitchells Plain schools to Norval Foundation Art Museum in Tokai on 7 April as part of community art programme.
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Three children shot in alleged gang crossfire at taxi rank
Two people killed and seven injured, including three children, in gang-related shootings in Mitchells Plain.
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Man rescued from dangerous rip currents at Monwabisi beach
A 23-year-old swimmer was rescued from dangerous rip currents at Monwabisi Beach on Tuesday by emergency services and taken to hospital in stable condition.
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Multiple water meter thefts reported in Strandfontein area
Strandfontein CPF warns of rising water meter thefts. Police increase efforts while residents urged to report stolen meters immediately.
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‘The army can’t really stop the business’ — drug dealer
Mixed reactions emerge to Operation Prosper deploying soldiers against gangs. Officials cite limitations while communities remain divided.
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Man shot by three suspects in early morning petrol station shoot out
27-year-old man shot at petrol station in Mitchells Plain by three attackers. Police open attempted murder case. Motive unknown.
