The City of Cape Town’s recent decision to waive application charges for leasing dangerous lanes in the Mitchells Plain community is expected to enhance safety and security for residents while reducing crime. The initiative is a result of years of community involvement and local governance, and property owners can now lease the lanes for a nominal monthly fee. The Mitchells Plain Lane Closure Project Committee will oversee the efficient execution of the project, setting a precedent for other communities grappling with similar issues.
Suraya Williams, a gifted seamstress from Cape Town, South Africa, transformed her mourning after her mother’s death into an opportunity to inspire and empower young women in her community. In 2018, she founded the Design26 Foundation to provide skills, jobs, and a more positive outlook on life for young women in Mitchell’s Plain, an area with a high youth unemployment rate of 43.4% in South Africa.
The Energy Directorate of the City of Cape Town has successfully implemented a plan to address outstanding streetlight repairs in the Mitchells Plain area. Despite facing high service requests, loadshedding, and weatherrelated issues, the City has made steady progress. ## Increase in Electricity Infrastructure Repair Service Requests Due to Vandalism and Theft
A passionate volleyball coach is making a difference in the heart of Mitchells Plain, a community plagued by social issues such as drug addiction, gang violence, and street fights. Shaquil Bergstedt, a sports enthusiast, has founded a volleyball club that keeps young people engaged in fun activities while developing critical life skills that will benefit them.