Port Rex Technical High School

On Saturday, 6 June 2026, Port Rex Technical High School once again hosted the annual MIWA Motor Mech Show. The event brought together a number of leading businesses from across the motor industry, with exhibitors showcasing everything from the latest vehicles to specialised tools, parts and accessories. Learners, teachers and members of the public had the opportunity to see first-hand some of the latest developments and innovations in the automotive sector.

One of the highlights of the day was the Automotive Skills Competition, which saw learners from technical schools across the Buffalo City region put their knowledge and practical automotive skills to the test. After a closely contested competition, the top three places were all claimed by Port Rex Technical High School learners:

1st Place: Luke Wesson
2nd Place: Somila Sigaba
3rd Place: Lingomso Nkewana

The event was a great success and once again highlighted the value of the partnership between industry and education. Port Rex Technical High School would like to thank MIWA and all the participating businesses for their support and their continued investment in developing the next generation of skilled automotive professionals.

The Port Rex Technical High School family stands proudly behind Bafana Bafana as they take on the world!

A Call to All Past Pupils!

Friday, 31st July, is Founder’s Day. Get your reunion groups together and come celebrate Port Rex and your year group.

More details to follow, but please save the date.

We are incredibly proud of our athletes who competed at the BCMSA Cross Country event held at Lilyfontein School on Saturday, 30 May 2026.

Our runners put on an outstanding performance, securing top spots.

Podium Finishes (2nd Place):
Luthando Tyinkana – 2nd Place (Under 19 Boys)
Siphelele Mboyi – 2nd Place (Under 16 Boys)
Akha Cocklyn – 2nd Place (Under 19 Girls)

Top 5 Finishes (4th Place):
Cayden Memphis
Avethandwa Mdolomba

What's Next?
Luthando, Siphelele, Akha, Cayden and Azenathi Zongo (u16 Girls) have officially qualified for the Provincial Championship and will be heading to the tracks next weekend to compete against the best in the province. This will be held at Lilyfontein School on Saturday & Sunday, 13th and 14th of June 2026.

We wish our team the absolute best of luck for next weekend!

The Motor Mech Show takes place tomorrow at Port Rex Technical High School tomorrow, 6 June 2026, and we can’t wait to see young technical talent in action.
This Youth Month event is about more than competition. It is about confidence, opportunity, and showing young people that practical skills can open real doors in the motor industry.
Come and support the learners as they take on MIWA’s Junior Motor Mech Competition, meet local industry role players, explore automotive career pathways, and enjoy a purposeful, family-friendly day with the East London community.
There will be new car displays, workshop and industry displays, career exposure, Lucky Draws, and food vendors.
Event details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, 6 June 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00–14:00
📍 Venue: Port Rex Technical High School, 55 Chamberlain Road, Vincent, East London
🎟 Entry: R20 adults | Under 12s free
Bring the family, support the learners, and come see what the next generation of artisans and technicians can do.

The Motor Mech Show East London takes place tomorrow , 6 June 2026, at Port Rex Technical High School and we can’t wait to see young technical talent in action.

This Youth Month event is about more than competition. It is about confidence, opportunity, and showing young people that practical skills can open real doors in the motor industry.

Come and support the learners as they take on MIWA’s Junior Motor Mech Competition, meet local industry role players, explore automotive career pathways, and enjoy a purposeful, family-friendly day with the East London community.

There will be new car displays, workshop and industry displays, career exposure, Lucky Draws, and food vendors.

Event details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, 6 June 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00–14:00
📍 Venue: Port Rex Technical High School, 55 Chamberlain Road, Vincent, East London
🎟 Entry: R20 adults | Under 12s free

Bring the family, support the learners, and come see what the next generation of artisans and technicians can do.

⏳ Just 2 days to go!

The countdown is on to one of the biggest days on the Port Rex calendar as we host the MIWA Motor Mech Show and our annual Derby against Queens College.

Expect a fantastic day of rugby, school spirit, community, and incredible motor industry displays. Whether you're coming to support the teams, explore the exhibits, or enjoy the atmosphere, there's something for everyone.

📅 Saturday, 6 June 2026
🏉 Port Rex vs Queens College
🔧 MIWA Motor Mech Show 2026

🏉🚗 A Massive Weekend Ahead for Port Rex! 🚗🏉

This weekend promises to be one of the biggest on our calendar as Port Rex Technical High School takes on Queen's College Boys' High School in our annual Derby Day clash!

Come along and support our rugby teams as they battle it out on the field, enjoy the great atmosphere, and be part of a fantastic day of school sport.

At the same time, we'll be hosting the Motor Mech Show East London 2026, showcasing exciting vehicles, mechanical displays, industry exhibitors, and the incredible talents of our learners.

✅ Exciting rugby action
✅ Motor Mech Show 2026
✅ Food and refreshments
✅ A great day out for the whole family

We look forward to welcoming the Port Rex community and visitors for a memorable weekend of sport, skills, and school pride.

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🚗🔧 This Weekend at Port Rex! 🔧🚗

Join us for the MIWA Motor Mech Show 2026 – East London this Saturday, 6 June, at Port Rex Technical High School! Come and enjoy exciting motor displays, the Junior Motor Mech Competition, food vendors, lucky draws, family entertainment, and much more.

📍 Port Rex Technical High School
⏰ 09:00 – 14:00

SAVE THE DATE, EAST LONDON | The Motor Mech Show East London returns to Port Rex Technical High School on Saturday, 6 June 2026, and this year promises to be bigger than ever.

Not every young person is meant to sit behind a desk.

Some come alive when they are working with their hands. Some love solving problems. Some have the patience to figure out faults, the curiosity to ask why, and the confidence to try again when something doesn’t work the first time.

Those are the kinds of skills the motor industry needs.

The Motor Mech Show gives learners hands-on exposure to the world of automotive careers in a practical, exciting, and meaningful way. It also gives parents, teachers, employers, and the community a chance to see what young technical talent can really do.

At the heart of the event is MIWA’s Junior Motor Mech Competition, where learners take on practical challenges designed to test their technical knowledge, accuracy, problem-solving ability, and calmness under pressure.

Expect a purposeful, community-focused day with:
🔧 Young technical talent in action
🚘 Industry displays and automotive career exposure
🤝 Interaction between learners, educators, and industry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A family-friendly atmosphere
🌟 Inspiration for future artisans, technicians, and workshop leaders

Event details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, 6 June 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00–14:00
📍 Venue: Port Rex Technical High School, 55 Chamberlain Road, Vincent, East London
🎟 Entry: R20 adults | Under 12s free

Whether you’re a learner, parent, teacher, workshop owner, supplier, training provider, or simply someone who believes in giving young people practical opportunities, this is one to diarise.

Save the date and come see the future of the motor industry in action.