Marsha Bothma

Multimedia journalist

Brigadier Jayce Naidoo earns top leadership honour at Western Cape police awards

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Manenberg SAPS commander Brigadier Jayce Naidoo wins top Western Cape Community Police Award for leadership and service in law enforcement.

Stone-throwing incident leads to fatal shooting in Manenberg

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A disturbance in Manenberg escalated suddenly, with fatal consequences. Police are investigating what led to the deadly incident.

World-record skateboarder Jean-Marc Johannes ready for global test in China

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From Lansdowne streets to global skateboarding stages, Jean-Marc Johannes, ten-time international medallist and Guinness World Records inductee, prepares for the ...

Manenberg officers receive recognition at provincial police awards

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Captain Ian Bennett and Lieutenant Colonel Eric White were recognised at the Western Cape SAPS Excellence Awards. Read more on what they were awarded.

Fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival returns to Mitchell’s Plain

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The fifth annual Cape Flats Book Festival will take place at West End Primary School, bringing together more than 90 authors, poets and performers for two days of ...

Stone throwing escalates in Manenberg

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Stone throwing in Manenberg has surged, with children as young as eight involved. Police urge community help to identify instigators amid gang recruitment and rising ...

Gang-related shootings leave three dead in Manenberg and Valhalla Park

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A man, 22, was shot dead at a Manenberg canal, while two other fatal shootings in Valhalla Park left two people dead and one person injured amid suspected gang violence. ...

Manenberg residents affected by burst pipe as repairs continue

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Manenberg residents faced flooding after a burst pipe on Sunday January 4. Water was restored the same day; repairs to the damaged roadway are still under way.

From foster care to family: The Goliaths' special Christmas story

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After six years of fostering, court delays and emotional hurdles, a Westridge couple Etienne and Hayley Goliath, celebrates their first Christmas as official parents ...

Manenberg police spread joy to children this festive season

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Manenberg police, community leaders, and residents celebrated the festive season with children at the 4th annual Carols by Candlelight.

One man killed, one injured, in Manenberg drive-by shooting

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A man, 45, was killed and a man, 21, injured in a drive-by shooting this morning in Manenberg. Police arrested one suspect after chasing the vehicle, while three ...

Two men killed in separate shootings near Athlone Magistrate's Court

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Two men, 32 and 31, were fatally shot near Athlone Court in separate gang-related incidents. Police are investigating, while community leaders call for improved ...

Heideveld Library author talk highlights the impact of substance abuse on families

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Heideveld Library's recent author talk with Sylvia Walker explored the profound effects of substance abuse on families, featuring heartfelt stories and vital self-care ...

Athlone churches and community say prevention must extend beyond 16 days

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Athlone leaders and organisations unite to tackle gender-based violence, support victims, and strengthen child protection.

'This is not normal' says Callas Foundation at peaceful protest against gender-based violence

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Callas Foundation led a peaceful march demanding urgent action against gender-based violence, urging gender-based violence be declared a national disaster.

Alcardo Andrews Foundation celebrates 10 Years of feeding, healing, and empowering Hanover Park

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Alcardo Andrews Foundation marks 10 years of hope, healing, and community.

Kewtown’s Chevano Frans recognised as Social Justice Rising Star

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Kewtown’s Chevano Frans, 26, wins Stellenbosch University’s Social Justice Rising Star award for his five years of community advocacy through Chev’s Kitchen, hosting ...

City of Cape Town makes R8 million available for arts and culture projects

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The City of Cape Town has made R8 million available to fund youth arts, culture, and heritage projects, with applications open until 3 December for qualifying organisations. ...

Voorspoed Primary volunteers certified for facilitating silent healing sessions for children

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Voorspoed Primary volunteers received certificates for guiding Hanover Park pupils through expressive sand work, a silent healing programme improving trust, focus, ...

Westridge teen sworn in as Western Cape Child Ambassador

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Westridge teen sworn in to represent children across Western Cape.

Colorful kites lift spirits in Heideveld

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As their festival kicks off this weekend, Cape Mental Health hosts its third annual Heideveld kite display, raising awareness, providing free support, and engaging ...

Join Sonderend Primary's mission to support pupils in need

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Sonderend Primary launches an urgent appeal for donations to support pupils in need and introduces the Heart Haven Wellness Hub, fostering a compassionate learning ...

Bridgetown’s Bridgette Jones aims to empower youth through sport as Miss S. A. finalist

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Bridgette Jones champions youth empowerment as top 10 Miss SA finalist.

Social work students host wellness day for parents of children with special needs

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Discover how UWC social work students created a supportive wellness day for parents and caregivers of children with special needs, fostering connection and self-care. ...

Greenies Academia marks 25 years with humanitarian dinner for Palestine

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Greenies Academia hosts humanitarian dinner raising funds for Gaza victims.