Transforming struggles into success through Cape Flats Stories

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters

Stanley Jacobs, 45, is a name that has become synonymous with the spirit of the Cape Flats. Founder of the ever-growing social media page Cape Flats Stories, Jacobs has turned his passion for community upliftment into a platform that reaches over half a million people – becoming a daily staple for many in South Africa. Born and raised in Parkwood, Grassy Park and Mitchells Plain, Jacobs’ life has not been easy. He attended several primary schools across the area, and his early years were marked by struggles. At one point, he failed both Grade 3 and Standard 6 (grade 8). “I feared I would become just another statistic, perhaps fall into a life of crime like so many of my peers,” said Jacobs. “But something within me always pushed me…

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Weekend Argus Saturday (Digital) - 1 Issue, 2025-03-22

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