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In addition to figurines and clay pots, Jimmy also makes decorative clay tiles for the Stellenbosch tourism market.

Strawberry farming is a significant industry in the Winelands area, and in Raithby, farming and particularly strawberry farming is integral to community identity. Below is a story of strawberry farming in Raithby told by Hannes Titus.

The church is one of the biggest components of community identity in Raithby. Below is a written account of the “interkerklikse gebedskring” (inter-church prayer circle) provided by Mrs Hetta Gordon.

Mr Edward Rabie tells stories about growing up in Raithby and various other accounts of life in Raithby. Mr Rabie is the oldest living male resident in Raithby. The interview was conducted by Irene Loedolff.

Doroty Arendes is an artist operating out of Raithby, Stellenbosch.

Cathy Maclaren talks about her experience and history of the church.

Creche and preprimary in Raithby

A historical account of the founding and history of Raithby Primary School. The history is told by Raithby resident and former staff member of Raithby Primary School, Sophia Jansen. The interview was conducted by Irene Loedolff.

Raithby is famous for its strawberries. In strawberry season they are sold for making strawberry jam, cakes with strawberries, and many other dishes. Fig jam and maketaan (watermelon) jam are also part of the jam collection.
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A historical account of the founding and history of Raithby Primary school. The history is told by Raithby resident and former staff member of Raithby Primary School, Sophia Jansen. The interview was conducted by Iren Loedolff.