Podcasts about Mitchells Plain

As Men’s Health Awareness Month wraps up, Dr Randall Ortel reflects on a powerful community session in Mitchells Plain that highlighted how deeply men are seeking safe spaces to talk openly about their mental well-being, paving the way for a broader conversation on holistic men’s health. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EWN reporter Nthuthuzelo Nene attended Police Minister Firoz Cachalia’s visit to Western Cape crime hotspots this week to engage with residents and to hear the impact violence has on their lives. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Maciver turns to Nthuthuzelo Nene, EWN reporter, who was at the Mitchells Plain gangsterism press conference to bring us the latest updates Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Mandy Wiener on Midday Report every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00 The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Train services on Cape Town’s Central Line have yet to be restored as repairs are still required while 1250 living on or near the tracks need to be relocated; about 150 farm workers, mostly women, marched through Cape Town to Parliament calling for a meeting with the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso, to discuss land redistribution. Lester Kiewit speaks to Daniel Steyn of GroundUp News about these stories. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Govan Whilltle joins us on the line to chat about his new documentary series Govan Ontbloot airing on kykNET channel 144 , it was filmed across three provinces and 15 townsm & the documentary travels from Kleinfontein’s self-proclaimed Afrikaner community to Knoflokskraal’s back-to-the-land movement & in one of the most moving episodes is “Ouma se kinders” (Grandma’s Children), filmed in Mitchells Plain. The crew spent time with grandmothers and their grandchildren and saw firsthand how gang recruitment and daily violence threaten children’s safety. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Clive Arries, the principal of West End Primary School, about how to successfully convince communities to defend and protect their schools, instead of allowing vandals and thieves to strike, hampering education. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mass shootings have become common in Cape Town. The most recent mass shooting in Cape Town was on Saturday, 5 July, when three people were gunned down inside a shack in the Covid informal settlement in Mfuleni. To address this various Police executives are today hosting Community Police Forums from accross the Western Cape. Affected areas include various areas of Mitchells Plain, Gugulethu, Khayelitsha among others that has claimed scores of lives. For more we spoke to MEC of Police Oversight and Community Safety in the Western Cape Anroux Marais

Joining us now is Abie Isaacs, Chairperson of the Cape Flats Safety Forum, to give us first-hand insight into what’s happening on the ground in Mitchells Plain—and what’s being done to stop it. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5Follow us on social media:CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitchells Plain CPF Chairperson Norman Jantjies joined Clarence to highlight a marked rise in gang activity in the Cape Flats suburb. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crystal speaks to Linda Jones, Chairperson of the Mitchells Plain Community Policing Forum to discuss the wave of gun violence in Mitchells Plain. She says communities are under siege while SAPS remains stretched and under-resourced. With guns flowing into the hands of criminals and no clear strategy to stop the violence at its root, residents are left feeling abandoned by the very system meant to protect them Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For today’s Every Day heroes we go all the way to the White-boy Boxing Academy in Mitchells Plain, run by Ashley White-boy is using boxing to change the lives of youth at risk in his neighborhood , Ashley launched the academy when he was training at a sports centre in Philippi but the distance & traveling cost for him & his athletes forced them to stay in Mitchells Plain. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk56See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pippa speaks to Iain Watermeyer from the Cape Town Drug Counselling Centre. The centre turns 40 this year and offers evidence-based rehab programmes at 3 different branches in Observatory, Mitchells Plain and Atlantis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jehad Kasu, Co-Founder of the Mitchells Plain Golf Club joined Amy MacIver live in studio to talk about how the golf club came about in one of Cape Town's largest townships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Llewellyn MacMaster, Chairperson of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition, about a call to Cape Flats communities plagued by gang violence to take to the streets to protest and call for urgent intervention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An amended service level plan between the City of Cape Town and the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa has been signed off; recently resigned Lottery secretary earned R6million during her two years on suspension; a Mitchells Plain boxing coach hopes for better training facilities. Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October, Deputy Editor at GroundUp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford was joined all the way from Boksburg by Haroun Pietersen, he was recently crowned the Africa Powerlifting Champion who hails from Mitchells Plain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Faeez 'Troublemaker' Jacobs, who recently re-captured his EFC Bantamweight title by submitting Vince Bembe in the second round for his second bantamweight title reign.  The 29-year-old from Mitchells Plain has had an impressive 2024 so far, having been victorious on three occasions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caryn Dolley, Daily Maverick investigative journalist weighs in on the killing of one of the accused in the case against former City of Cape Town human settlements Mayoral Committee member Malusi Booi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die vierde beskuldigde in die behuisingstender-bedrogsaak van een-miljard-rand waarby die voormalige Kaapstadse burgemeesterskomiteelid vir Behuising, Malusi Booi, betrokke is, is in Beacon Valley, Mitchells Plain, doodgeskiet. Polisiewoordvoerder, Malcolm Pojie, het aan Newzroom Afrika gesê dat Abdul Kader Davids, sedert Dinsdag uit was op borgtog van 250-duisend-rand. Volgens hom is geen verdagtes in hegtenis geneem nie.

Lucretia Jardini Splinters | Entrepreneur, Tech Enthusiast andfounder of Mitchells Plain Entrepreneurs Hub Joining us today on the Early Breakfast show with Africa Melane, is LucretiaJardini Splinters, the Director and CEO of the Mitchells Plain EntrepreneursHub, to discuss the vision behind this community-driven initiative and therole entrepreneurship plays in transforming lives in Mitchells Plain andSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford speaks to Kathryn Baxter, Spar Group's Manager of Socio-Economic Development joined Clarence to talk about the opening of the Thuthuzela Care Centre in Mitchells Plain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cape Town schools have been rocked by two incidents of bullying , one involved a young girl that was savagely beaten outside her school & to make matters worse the incident was filmed & shared on social media, in the other case two boys  are facing charges of attempted murder after stabbing two fellow pupils at Cedar High School in Mitchells Plain.To make matters worse there's a WhatsApp group where kids upload videos of school fights.Vanessa Le Roux, PEESA founder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we want to spark an important conversation about the mental well-being of those who serve to protect us. The tragic suicide (last week) of Sergeant Raoul Hugh Murray has shed light on the mental health of police officers and the immense pressure and trauma they face daily.   According to Cape Town etc website, the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) officer took his own life by shooting himself in his home in Mitchells Plain last Thursday.  As condolences accumulated, Ian Cameron, chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, took to Facebook to share his thoughts on the matter: ‘It is essential for us to do more to look after the mental health of police officers in South Africa. It is heartbreaking to experience what feels like an increased amount of suicides, amongst members that fight such a difficult fight for us as they wear the badge. Rest in peace Sgt.'    POPCRU union spokesperson Richard Mamabolo joins us on the line  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendy Abrahams reached out to Lester Kiewit to appeal to our wonderful CapeTalk listeners for donations of rainboots. Wendy is from an organisation called Advance Edukos Foundation, which runs an array of programmes for children, adolescents and youth in Mitchells Plain, Schaapkraal,  Strandfontein and surrounding areas. Their children in Schappkraal are surrounded by water in desperate need for rainboots. Listeners can contact them on 078 141 3183See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Jon Friedman, the SPCA's wildlife supervisor about the sighting of an otter in Mitchells Plain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Norman Jantjies, former head of NICRO in Mitchell's Plain and now chair of the Mitchell's Plain Forum. Norman joins Crystal Ordeson on the Afternoon drive show to share his insights on the broader implications of gun violence in these communities and discuss potential solutions to this ongoing crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracey Lange speaks to Tracey Lange Cares (TLC) party member at 'Tafelsig' for an update on how donations are going in the community. Tafelsig High School has seen the need in their community which is why they signed up to become a TLC Member, collecting for the Welfare Zone Community Shelter in Mitchells Plain.  This conversation aired on 13 June 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. The City of Cape Town should have battery electric buses (e-buses) operational on its MyCiTi bus service by 2027, says Urban Mobility MMC Rob Quintas. It will be the city's second stab at rolling out the zero-emission technology, following an unsuccessful attempt as an early adopter in 2018. E-buses has since experienced significant progress in terms of range and technology. Quintas tells Engineering News Online that the Cape Town council gave the Urban Mobility Directorate the go-ahead to proceed with adopting alternate energy buses as part of MyCiTi Phase 2A. Phase 2A will expand the bus service to run between Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Wynberg and Claremont. "At this point in time it is foreseen that the first routes will be operational by mid-2027, if all goes as planned," says Quintas. However, the service will not only use e-buses. Cape Town's Climate Change Action Plan commits the city to transition to electric or alternative-fuel-powered freight, bus, taxi and passenger vehicles by 2050, explains Quintas. In terms of this plan, the city's Urban Mobility Directorate is mandated to develop a procurement strategy for low-carbon-emission vehicles and fuel technologies in pursuit of carbon neutrality. This initiative also aligns with the national Department of Transport's Green Transport Strategy (2018 - 2050) which states that 10% of municipal bus fleets must use clean energy within the next 10 to 20 years. "As such, the directorate has initiated a procurement strategy aimed at zero-emission vehicle solutions for the city's bus fleet," notes Quintas. "The first step was to identify the most suitable alternative or green-vehicle and fuel-technology options for the MyCiTi bus service, supported by the necessary infrastructure. "The directorate conducted a feasibility study of alternative-energy vehicles, including compressed natural gas, hydrogen electric, battery electric, hybrid and Euro VI [internal combustion engine] buses. "Key recommendations from this study advocate for the adoption of a dual strategy, involving the acquisition of both [cleaner] Euro VI diesel buses and battery electric buses for the upcoming procurement cycle for the roll-out of the second phase of the MyCiTi bus service," says Quintas. Quintas emphasises that the city will continue to investigate alternative fuel options given the continuous technology changes within the zero- and low-emissions transport industry. "These need to be monitored to ensure the city procures the best available technology at the time of procurement."

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. The City of Cape Town should have battery electric buses (e-buses) operational on its MyCiTi bus service by 2027, says Urban Mobility MMC Rob Quintas. It will be the city's second stab at rolling out the zero-emission technology, following an unsuccessful attempt as an early adopter in 2018. E-buses has since experienced significant progress in terms of range and technology. Quintas tells Engineering News Online that the Cape Town council gave the Urban Mobility Directorate the go-ahead to proceed with adopting alternate energy buses as part of MyCiTi Phase 2A. Phase 2A will expand the bus service to run between Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Wynberg and Claremont. "At this point in time it is foreseen that the first routes will be operational by mid-2027, if all goes as planned," says Quintas. However, the service will not only use e-buses. Cape Town's Climate Change Action Plan commits the city to transition to electric or alternative-fuel-powered freight, bus, taxi and passenger vehicles by 2050, explains Quintas. In terms of this plan, the city's Urban Mobility Directorate is mandated to develop a procurement strategy for low-carbon-emission vehicles and fuel technologies in pursuit of carbon neutrality. This initiative also aligns with the national Department of Transport's Green Transport Strategy (2018 - 2050) which states that 10% of municipal bus fleets must use clean energy within the next 10 to 20 years. "As such, the directorate has initiated a procurement strategy aimed at zero-emission vehicle solutions for the city's bus fleet," notes Quintas. "The first step was to identify the most suitable alternative or green-vehicle and fuel-technology options for the MyCiTi bus service, supported by the necessary infrastructure. "The directorate conducted a feasibility study of alternative-energy vehicles, including compressed natural gas, hydrogen electric, battery electric, hybrid and Euro VI [internal combustion engine] buses. "Key recommendations from this study advocate for the adoption of a dual strategy, involving the acquisition of both [cleaner] Euro VI diesel buses and battery electric buses for the upcoming procurement cycle for the roll-out of the second phase of the MyCiTi bus service," says Quintas. Quintas emphasises that the city will continue to investigate alternative fuel options given the continuous technology changes within the zero- and low-emissions transport industry. "These need to be monitored to ensure the city procures the best available technology at the time of procurement."

Following yesterday's GMCT Election Debate Broadcast at RLabs in Mitchells Plain, Lester Kiewit reflects on the arguments made by the various political parties with Derrick Marco, Deputy Chair of the SADC Regional network on Electoral Assistance and Democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In August last year we were delighted to work with the fledgling Now Now Competition that used the Cape Town stadium as a focal point for its inaugural design contest. In it's second iteration the Now Now contest has shifted focus within Cape Town from Green Point to Khayelitsha's Spine Road. In this latest episode of the Talking Transformation Podcast, Sebestian Hitchcock - principal coordinator of the NowNow architecture competition - and I talk to two of the local entrepreneurs within Khayelitsha, Brian Bango a friend of the podcast and, for the first time Buntu Matole. Spine Road is a critical arterial for Cape Town linking numerous communities within and beyond Khayelitsha. It links the sands of Strandfontein in Mitchells Plain, through Rocklands and beyond Mew Way. It is recognised as a vibrant heart of the community and famed for its party and nightlife when the sun goes down! This episode unpacks some of the realities and aspirations for the road and the broader community from innovators in that space: Brian is a leading property developer and Buntu is a pioneer in the tourism field. The episode is upbeat, inspiring, and provides an excellent opportunity for the curious and prospective competition entrants alike to learn more about the opportunities of the road and requirements of the contest. Recorded: Wednesday, March 27th 2024 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talking-transformation-po/message

The City of Cape Town has applied for an interdict against 60 families who have lived on a piece of land in Mitchells Plain for several years. A cemetery is to be built on the land. But where will those who are being evicted go? Africa Melane speaks to Ashraf Cassiem, Tafelsig Activist and family representative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford speaks to Lynn Phillips from the Cape Flats Safety Forum about the deadly week on the Cape Flats with 2 mass shootings in Mitchells Plain, reports of a triple killing in Mandalay on Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On February 6th Capetalk in collaboration with The Hollywood Foundation visited Westend Primary in Mitchells Plain & handed over much needed supplies to the learners, Principal Clive Arries speaks to Clarence Ford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to Mayco member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas about the City's tactic to turn to the courts for an interdict to stop extortion rackets from putting the brakes on the MyCITI project in Mitchells Plain.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday morning at approximately 11h20, 11-year-old Firdose Kleinsmith, a pupil at Ighlaasi Nieyah Primary in Beacon Valley, Mitchells Plain was hit by a bullet from crossfire. She was killed as a result. Lester Kiewit speaks to Riyaad Najaar, Ieghlaashi Nieyyah School Governing Body governor, Regan Allem, WC MEC for Community Safety, Bronagh Hammond, WCED Spokesperson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 firearms stolen from the Mitchells Plain SAPS - again by Radio Islam

Guest:Michael Jacobs Mitchels Plain United Residents AssociationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are starting our series on Faith, Miracles & The Holy Spirit. Over the next 6 weeks we'll be focusing on one of the topics. Pastor Jovahn Parenzee, from our Mitchells Plain location, share with us today around Faith. We are going to take a closer look at Ephesians 6 where the apostle Paul writes about us using Faith as a shield. God wants to equip us  to be able to step into the battle against the fiery thoughts of the enemy. The shield is there to help and protect us. But it's also helped to push back darkness.  How do you push back darkness by the word of the Lord?

Guest: Andrew Havinga is Chief Supply Chain Officer for the Shoprite Group and he joins Amy to discuss the electric truck as part of its fleet, and 28-year-old Robin Jooste from Colorado Park, Mitchells Plain has been selected to drive it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discussion with Byron Mc Dillon

One comes from the gang-infested streets of Mitchells Plain, the other overcame relentless bullying at school. A beautiful story of friendship and healing…

One comes from the gang-infested streets of Mitchells Plain, the other overcame relentless bullying at school. A beautiful story of friendship and healing… 

September is International Recovery Month and later this month on the 17th the annual Recovery Walk Cape Town event will be taking place at Lenteguer Hospital in Mitchells Plain to celebrate recovery from addiction and mental illness.  To tell us more this morning we're joined by: 1) Jenny Chadwick | Chairperson of the  Recovery Walk, Chairperson and 2) Debbie BubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a day of great celebrations in Mitchells Plain today as the community formally welcomes the development of a new art centre at Portlands Primary School, by showcasing the work of some of its young artists.  The centre is the result of a 7-year effort by community activist Mark Jeneker, to bring creative education to the local kids.  It has been made possible through collaboration with the NGO Baz Art. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even for the most highly trained emergency specialists in Mitchells Plain's trauma centre, the caseload is becoming nearly unbearable. We're given an all-access pass to see what happens behind the frontline on a Saturday evening. 

Die Suid-Afrikaanse Agentskap vir Maatskaplike Sekerheid, bekend as Sassa, sal na verwagting nuwe kantore in Mitchells Plain, Kaapstad, oopmaak. Dit vorm deel van pogings om aandag te gee aan ernstige tekortkominge by die agentskap in die gebied. Die DA wil egter voorsien word van 'n duidelike en omvattende projekplan vir die voorgestelde nuwe kantore. Die party se woordvoerder, Ricardo McKenzie, sê hy sal voortgaan om die vordering noukeurig dop te hou en sal die regering aanspreeklik hou vir hul beloftes.

On todays episode, I speak to Ashley Smith, a runner from South Africa who has his eyes on the Olympics. In this episode Ashley speaks about how he is using running for God's glory.   Growing up in Mitchells Plain, an area on the Cape Flats infamous for gang violence and drugs, Ashley is familiar with the challenges and hardships many on the Cape Flats face. Refusing to be a product of his environment, Ashley instead focuses his energy on who he is becoming and being a role model who plants the seed of hope. Reflecting on some of the core events that shaped his perspective and gave rise to his resilience, Ashley sees going to a boarding school at 13 years old as being one of these defining moments. Though it was difficult being away from home, it was simply preparing him for what was to come. To quote him “the challenges and hardships are all part of God's plan, as he is preparing us for greatness”. It was only when Ashley won his first race in grade 10 that the plan started to become clear. Since then, Ashley's focus has been on training and improving his running time. This of cause comes with sacrifices, perseverance, and discipline. Ashley shares that his daily routines have been central to helping him alleviate the pressure and elevate his running game. During this episode we speak about how he manages when his routine becomes imbalanced when traveling and racing, as well as how he celebrates his wins while not removing his eyes from the main objective. Stay tuned, this is an episode not to be missed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coachedsuccess/message

Missing Matthew is the story of a boy who vanished without a trace 23 years ago. Matthew Ohlsson was nine-years-old when he disappeared from outside his Mitchells Plain home in Cape Town in March, 1997. We bring you the first episode in this podcast series in the hope it will trigger a memory, and provide a clue to this mystery that has haunted his family for over two decades. News24 Podcasts