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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 Irene Loedolff.

Creche and preprimary in Raithby

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Jimmy produces a variety of clay objects, including animal figurines and traditional three-legged pots.

Jimmy is a potter based in Kayamandi. He makes Xhosa-inspired bowls and figurines at his home, where he has also managed to install a kiln and pottery wheel. Jimmy sells his pottery from his home as well as through the Stellenbosch Tourism office.