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Minister unveils new sports courts at 'Plain high schools

2 days ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 24 minutes agoFrom left: Sports, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie, deputy minister Peace Mabe, Portland High principal Ridwaan Williams and provincial MEC of cultural affairs and sport Ricardo Mackenzie at the unveiling of the state-of-the-art multi-purpose sports court at Portland High on Monday, May 12.
Minister unveils new sports courts at 'Plain high schools

2 days ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 11 minutes agoFrom left: Sports, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie, deputy minister Peace Mabe, Portland High principal Ridwaan Williams and provincial MEC of cultural affairs and sport Ricardo Mackenzie at the unveiling of the state-of-the-art multi-purpose sports court at Portland High on Monday, May 12.
Help Tafelsig pupils achieve their soccer dreams

2 days ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 6 minutes agoFrom left, brothers Kiyante and Cole Meintjies are among three Tafelsig High pupils who will be competing in the Brebner High soccer tournament in Bloemfontein in July. Image: SuppliedThe relatives of three Tafelsig High pupils who have been selected to represent Northern District Schools Football (NDSF) at the Brebner High School soccer tournament in Bloemfontein in July, are appealing to the public for financial support to help get them there.
Mural unveiled by Read to Rise in honour of Athol Williams

1 week ago | capeargus.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 7 minutes agoFrom left, Cape Town Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews interacts with Mavis and Roscoe Williams at the launch of a mural along Eisleben Drive, Portlands, honouring Dr Athol Williams. Image: Alicia EnglishLiteracy organisation Read to Rise paid special tribute to its co-founder Dr Athol Williams on Monday at the official launch of a mural of the internationally acclaimed author and Oxford University professor, who is currently living abroad in exile.
Read to Rise unveils mural celebrating Athol Williams

2 weeks ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 4 minutes agoFrom left: Cape Town deputy mayor Eddie Andrews interacts with Mavis and Roscoe Williams at the launch of a mural along Eisleben Drive, Portland, honouring Dr Athol Williams. Looking on are pupils from Westridge High.
Cedar High pupil stabbed in altercation

2 weeks ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 5 minutes agoMitchell's Plain police are investigating a case of physical assault with a weapon after a Grade 10 Cedar High pupil was stabbed outside his school last Tuesday, April 22. According to Mitchell's Plain police station commander Brigadier Brian Muller, the 17-year-old boy was stabbed during an altercation with three alleged ex-pupils on the corner of Weltevreden and Spine roads, around 2.35pm.
Rocklands Library's hosts first reading competition post-Covid

2 weeks ago | plainsman.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 4 minutes agoRocklands Library hosted its first reading competition following the Covid-19 pandemic on Tuesday April 15, ahead of its World Book Day celebrations from April 22 to 24. Seen here from left with the City's library mascot, Libby, are the winners of the IsiXhosa category, namely Amahle Boji from Caradale Primary (first place), Ahlumile Nkqayana from Eisleben Primary (second place) and Iminathi Mqobozi from Spineview Primary (third place).
Montclair grandmother empowers women through her debut book

3 weeks ago | athlonenews.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 4 minutes agoMontclair resident Berenice Martin is living proof that one is never too old to reach your dreams. Ms Martin, 80, recently launched her debut book Journey's End to inspire women facing adversity, especially domestic violence. Image: SuppliedA Montclair great-grandmother has captured her life journey, including her painful experiences, in her debut book Journey’s End to inspire women facing adversities.
Join the autism awareness walk at Westridge Gardens

3 weeks ago | southernmail.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 4 minutes agoStrive Autism Learning Centre is hosting their fifth annual autism walk at Westridge Gardens on Saturday April 26. Image: SuppliedApril is Autism Awareness Month. On Saturday April 26, Strive Autism Learning Centre is hosting its fifth annual fundraising autism walk at Westridge Gardens, followed by a host of fun-filled activities and a picnic for families until 2.30pm. There will also be live entertainment and food on sale.
Woman linked to Wynberg court gang shooting appears in dock

4 weeks ago | southernmail.co.za | Alicia English

Alicia English|Published 3 minutes agoShireen Matthews made her first appearance in the Wynberg Magistrate's Court where she faced murder charges on Monday April 14 after allegedly orchestrating a gang hit. Image: Mahira DuvalA 35-year-old woman appeared briefly on a murder charge in the Wynberg Magistrate's Court on Monday April 14 following the brazen courthouse shooting of a 50-year-old man on Tuesday April 8.