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28/05/2026

R5 Book Sale is back !!!📚
29&30 May 2026

Preloved Books available at UpswingSA Willowmead Shopping Center 115 2nd Avenue Rondebosch East Cape Town. Contact 076 953 4195 for more information.

21/05/2026

Lace fabric available at UpswingSA Willowmead Shopping Center 115 2nd Avenue Rondebosch East Cape Town. Contact 076 953 4195 for more ,also available on our yaga store✨
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19/05/2026

The home business owners of Hanover Park finally have clarity on the City of Cape Town’s zoning by-laws. Deputy mayor, Eddie Andrews, engaged with Mr and Mrs Majiet, who have been selling homemade goods from their Hanover Park residence. Public outcry and some confusion emerged, when the City announced that it will be enforcing a fine or possible imprisonment for people operating businesses from their homes. However, it has now been clarified that people can continue to sell their goods, as long as they don’t put up signage with their business name outside their home. The zoning laws will then register this home enterprise as a commercial entity, which requires specific compliance. But if there is no business signage, the sales can continue. The Newfields Village Anti-Eviction Community Representative Forum’s Gary Hartzenberg says that “Koeksister-gate” has finally been put to rest. Andrews will meet with residents who are selling goods from their homes to explain how they can remain compliant with the City's zoning conditions.

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11/05/2026

Mark Plaatjies-From Johannesburg to World Marathon Champion

Mark Plaatjies’ journey from Johannesburg to world marathon champion is one of talent, resilience, and timing.

Born on 2 June 1962 in Johannesburg, Plaatjies grew up in South Africa during apartheid and quickly showed he had something special as a distance runner. As he worked his way through the local running scene, it became clear he was one of the country’s brightest marathon talents.

In 1985, he ran an incredible 2:08:58 marathon in Port Elizabeth — a South African record at the time and one of the fastest times in the world. It was the kind of performance that should have opened doors on the global stage.
But politics got in the way.

Because South Africa was banned from international sport during apartheid, Plaatjies was locked out of major competitions in the 1980s, including the Olympic Games. Some of the best years of his career passed without the chance to test himself against the world’s best.

In 1988, he made a life-changing move to the United States and eventually became an American citizen — a decision that would shape the next chapter of his career.

That chapter peaked in 1993 at the World Championships in Stuttgart, Germany. In difficult conditions, Plaatjes ran a smart, patient race before making his move to win the marathon in 2:13:57. It was a historic moment: he became the first American man ever to win a World Championship marathon title.

Plaatjies built his reputation on grit, discipline, and a devastating finishing kick. Over the course of his career, he reportedly won 38 marathons — a remarkable achievement that placed him among the best marathon runners of his era.

After retiring from elite racing, he stayed deeply involved in the sport through coaching, physical therapy, and the running community in Boulder, Colorado, helping the next generation of athletes chase their own goals.

From the streets of Johannesburg to the top of the world marathon podium, Mark Plaatjies’ story is a reminder that talent, perseverance, and opportunity can change everything.

07/05/2026

Upcycled pouffes available at UpswingSA Willowmead Shopping Center 115 2nd Avenue Rondebosch East Cape Town. Contact 076 953 4195 for more ,also available on our yaga store✨
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08/04/2026