Tracy-Lynn Ruiters

Weekend Argus reporter

Teen murder-accused sent to Valkenberg

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Deveney Nel murder case postponed to 27 February for psychiatric evaluation

Level three load shedding is back

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Eskom has issued an alert, warning of a high risk of rolling blackouts at short notice, with the implementation of Stage 3 loadshedding which kicked in on Friday ...

JP Smith: It’s a smear campaign

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City of Cape Town in chaos after raid at the offices of two key Mayoral Committee Members, JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg, on Friday, 24 January.

Van der Rheede has ball of a time

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After years of sacrifice to help those around her, Western Cape Missing Persons Unit founder Candice van der Rheede finally got her Cinderella fairytale.

Robokids: Belhar laaities qualify for SA champs

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Erica Primary School’s robotics and coding club in Belhar has once again achieved remarkable success, qualifying for the prestigious First Lego League national championships ...

Toast of the Plain: Go-getter awarded top prize in winemaking

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Not only is she South Africa’s youngest head female winemaker, but now Mitchells Plain vrou Kiara Scott-Farmer has also won the prestigious Diners Club Winemaker ...

Perfect timing: Surprise premature birth at Red Cross

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A visit to Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital turned an ordinary Monday into a remarkable and memorable moment of life.

Diabetes doesn’t have to be bitter

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When Angelo Plaatjies was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just five years old, he began a lifelong journey of learning to manage his condition.

Ma, 62, defies age to earn masters

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At 62, Carol Felix has achieved a remarkable milestone—earning her master’s degree in education, proving that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.

Wheelie amazing: Wheelchair-bound onnie is inspiring the kids

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In the heart of Ocean View, one teacher's unwavering determination is transforming the lives of young learners.

Africa to the world: Continental champ eyes the globe

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Powerlifter Haroun Pietersen has done it again, this time winning the coveted Africa Powerlifting title.

Fake CPF ou guilty of cruelty to dog

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A man who claimed to be the chairperson of the Mitchells Plain CPF has been found guilty of animal cruelty.

Flats se surgeon shows the way

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A surgeon who grew up in the heart of gangland on the Cape Flats has urged young people to break the mould and reach for the stars.

60 years of bliss: Kensington couple celebrate diamond anniversary

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The Baatjes celebrated their Diamond anniversary surrounded by loved ones in Kensington on Thursday.

WATCH: City hip hop teams wys the globe wie’s baas at Worlds

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In a display of mad skills and passion, Team South Africa has once again proved its mettle on the international stage, ...

WATCH: Out-of-the-box Grade 12 dance

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The matriculant from Brackenfell High who had himself and his partner delivered to their matric ball by Takealot, has shared the what’s and why’s of the speel.

Heideveld matrics are getting served

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Heideveld High School has received praise after implementing an inspiring initiative to support matriculants during their most crucial examination period.

Eastridge teacher with the heart of gold is a class act

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National Teachers Day might have come and gone, but for Mtichells Plain onnie Octavia Daniels, the recognition goes on.

Onnies shine at SA Teaching Awards

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Western Cape teachers shone at this year's National Teaching Awards, bagging two top spots as well as second and third places in their respective categories.

Teens against poverty

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A group of teenagers from Heideveld have set their hearts on helping future leaders of their community.

Plain mom, 63, shows it’s never too late to graduate

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Anti-apartheid activist Shaheeda Duncan has proven that age is nothing but a number after achieving her Bachelor of Education degree at 63 years old.

Ready for matric ball at age of 48

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After having to leave school 30 years ago due to unforeseen circumstances, Candice Van Der Rheede who heads the Western Cape Missing Persons Unit can finally put ...

Crowning moment: Sooliman is adopted by AmaXhosa Royal House

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Gift of the Givers Founder Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman, has been adopted by The Royal House of AmaXhosa in the Eastern Cape.

Heritage games: Over 800 people celebrate indigenous speletjies in Kuils River

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More than 800 mense in the Western Cape came together to celebrate their heritage through their mutual love for indigenous games.

Cracking the code: Belhar laaities do themselves proud at robotics event

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The Robotics and Coding teams from Erica Primary School in Belhar have come back victorious in their own right after competing in this year's national World Robotics ...