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Ná 30 jaar van ononderbroke diens, het Hermanus Manzi (65), ’n vragmotorbestuurder by die Kouga Plaaslike Munisipaliteit se Gemeenskaps- en Veiligheidsdienste, op 31 Januarie sy laaste rit agter die stuur van die munisipaliteit se vullisvragmotor voltooi. Vir drie dekades was Manzi nie net ’n vragmotorbestuurder nie – hy was ook ’n toegewyde werknemer wat sy werk met trots en toewyding benader het. Lees meer oor hom op bladsy 4.

grant secured for informal settlement upgrades

KOUGA Local Municipality has received a R68 million grant from the Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements (ECDHS) to drive the formalisation and upgrading of informal settlements across the region.

KougaExecutiveMayor,HattinghBornman, welcomed the funding as a critical step in addressing the infrastructure challenges faced by communities. “This investment allows us to provide dignity and security to our residents while paving the way for sustainable growth. It reflects our commitment to ensuring that ev-

HUMANSDORP LIQUOR STORE:

Employeekilledduring attemptedrobbery

POLICEareinvestigatingamurderandattemptedbusinessrobberyinHumansdorpfollowingan incident at a liquor store on February 3, where four armed men targeted the premises, resulting in the shooting and death of an employee.

Accordingtopolicespokesperson,WarrantOfficerMajolaNkohli,itisallegedthatonthemorning of February 3, at around 08.10, four men, two of whom were armed with firearms, entered the liquor store through the delivery entrance at the back. Nkohli said a scuffle then broke out between the suspects and the store’s employees.

“During the commotion, one of the employees wasfatallyshot,andthesuspectsmanagedtoflee the scene,” said Nkohli. He further mentioned thatatthisstage,it’sunknownwhetheranyitems were stolen during the incident.

Nkohliindicatedthatpoliceareurginganyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects to contact a leader in the investigatingteamon0812347783.Informationmayalsobe shared via Crime Stop on 0860010111.

eryone in Kouga has access to proper services and a safe living environment,” he said. The grant will fund several significant projects,includingtheformalisationofsettlements in KwaNomzamo, Kruisfontein, Ocean View, Thornhill, and Patensie. In KwaNomzamo, Phase1oftheprojectwillinvolvetheformalisation of land use rights and engineering designs for Shukushukuma, Polar Park, and Bungalows. Phase 1 of construction will include the installation of water networks in the aforementioned settlements. The project, valued at R23.2 million, is set to commence in February 2025.

In Kruisfontein, the Donderhoek settlement will be formalised at a cost of R5.4 million, with work also beginning in February 2025. Meanwhile,theformalisationofthe80-hectareOcean Viewsettlementhasalreadystarted,withR30.2 millionallocatedtosecurelanduserights,environmental authorisation, and engineering designs for all civil services.

Thornhill’s Tjoks informal settlement will undergo formalisation at a cost of R2.6 million, including the development of SG diagrams and engineering plans. Similarly, in Patensie, the Ramaphosa Village project will benefit house-

holds through formalisation efforts, valued at R6.4 million. Both projects are scheduled to commence in February 2025.

Formalising these settlements enhances the “state of readiness” for these projects, positioning them for additional funding consideration by the Department of Human Settlements. This funding could facilitate the expansion of waterborne sewer systems and, ultimately, the construction of top structures.

“It is a vital step in uplifting our people and creating inclusive towns and villages across Kouga,” he said.

Thousands united to fight cancer in Eastern Cape

IN a heartening display of unity, over 15 000 participants came together for the 2024 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa.

Thiseventaimedtocreatelastingchangein the lives of cancer patients across the Kouga area and the broader Eastern Cape.

The funds raised are critical in supporting organisations like the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC), St Bernard’sHospiceinEastLondon,andStFrancis Hospice in Nelson Mandela Bay and Kouga.

These proceeds will help improve services andexpandresourcesforthoseinneed,ensuring that essential care reaches as many patients as possible.

The CHOC House in East London emerged as the largest beneficiary, with a significant portion of the funds allocated for building a new state-of-the-art kitchen and cold storage facilities.

This crucial upgrade will allow CHOC House to provide healthier meals and better foodstorageforchildrenandfamiliesbattling

cancer.

StBernard’sHospicebenefitsfromessential equipmentlikewheelchairsandmobilityaids that will enhance the quality of patient care, supporting over 500 patients monthly.

In Nelson Mandela Bay, St Francis Hospice

will expand its services in the greater Kouga region by acquiring a vehicle to better reach remote patients.

Fundswillalsobeusedformarketingmaterials and educational booklets to increase awareness of their services.

From left are Lesley Geyer (Algoa FM marketing manager), Hedley Lewis (CHOC CEO), Melissa Knox (St Bernard’s Hospice CEO), Carol Botha (St Francis Hospice CEO) and Asanda Fongqo (Isuzu Motors South Africa External Communications and Stakeholder Relations Co-ordinator). PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Fundraiser boosts support for Kouga’s patients

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AFTER hosting a successful fundraising event in December 2024, with Dirk Ellis Volkswagen as the main sponsor, the Rotary Club of St Francis recently handed over a cheque for R75 000 to St Francis Hospice Kouga.

St Francis Tourism co-organised the event.

As previously reported, the Rotary Club of St Francis chose St Francis Hospice as the beneficiary of their fundraising initia-

tive, The 6312 Amazing Race, four years ago.

The event required participants to navigate 23 checkpoints in their vehicles, completing diverse challenges within ten-minute time frames.

Sisters Ingrid Williams and Nadine Puzicha from St Francis Hospice for the Kouga region were formally presented with the proceeds from The Amazing Race for 2024 by the Rotary Club of St Francis in January this year.

The final tally for the event was an amazing R75 000, with Dirk El-

lis Volkswagen contributing R20 000 to the cause.

On behalf of Dirk Ellis, Marketing Manager Werner van Wyk accepted a framed Certificate of Appreciation from St Francis Rotarian and event organiser, Errol Burman.

Burman expressed heartfelt thanks to Dirk Ellis Volkswagen and all the generous sponsors who sponsored the checkpoints, as well as an amazing array of prizes.

“To all the wonderful competitors who made up 28 team entries

and raced through the morning with such great joy and enthusiasm, thank you for supporting this event for such a worthy cause,” said Burman.

Williams, Manager of St Francis Hospice Kouga, said that the staff of St Francis Hospice are grateful for the ongoing support given by St Francis Rotary.

“The Amazing Race was not only a fabulous event for all those who participated, but also the funds raised are vital in enabling the nurses to continue providing care and support to their patients

and their loved ones,” said Williams.

She further mentioned that the funds received go towards providing equipment and contributing towards medication and medical supplies.

Williams also said that the funds are used for petrol to enable the nurses to reach their patients.

“These donations have a direct impact on the quality of life we can help our patients achieve. Thanks to the generous support of this event by Werner van Wyk and Dirk Ellis,” said Williams.

Sister Nadine Puzicha (left) and Sister Ingrid Williams (right) from St Francis Hospice Kouga, along with Errol Burman (middle) from the Rotary Club of St Francis. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
Werner van Wyk, Dirk Ellis Volkswagen Marketing Manager (left) receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Errol Burman on behalf of the Rotary Club of St Francis.

Hermanus Manzi tree af ná drie dekades

NÁ 30 jaar van ononderbroke diens en ’n lewe gewy aan sy werk, het Hermanus Manzi (65), ’n vragmotorbestuurder by Kouga Plaaslike Munisipaliteit se Gemeenskaps- en Veiligheidsdienste, op 31 Januarie 2025 sy laaste rit agter die stuur van die munisipaliteit se vullisvragmotor voltooi.

Vir drie dekades was Manzi nie net ’n vragmotorbestuurder nie – hy was ook ’n toegewydewerknemerwatsywerkmettrotsentoewyding benader het. Sy loopbaan is nie net deur sy daaglikse take gedefinieer nie, maar deur sy opregte liefde vir sy gemeenskap en sy roeping om ’n verskil te maak – ongeag die omstandighede.

Van beskeie begin tot gerespekteerde leier Manzi se loopbaan by die munisipaliteit het as ’n ablusie-skoonmaker begin. Deur harde werk en deursettingsvermoë het hy vinnig gevorder – eers as laaier, toe as trekkerbestuurder, en uiteindelik as vullisvragmotorbestuurder vir byna 20 jaar.

Gedurende hierdie tyd het hy met toewyding gehelp om vullis in Pellsrus, Ocean View, Da Gamaweg, C-Plek en Wavecrest te verwyder.

“Ek het elke oggend met ’n doelgerigte ingesteldheid opgestaan om te werk,” sê Manzi. “Dit het nie saak gemaak of dit koud of warm was nie, of selfs op openbare vakansiedae nie – ek was daar om my plig na te kom.

“My werk was nooit net ’n taak nie, dit was ’n roeping – ek het vir die hele gemeenskap gewerk.”

Vir Manzi was sy vragmotor meer as net ’n voertuig – dit was ’n getroue metgesel op sy pad van diens. “Ek het elke geluid, elke draai, elke klank van die vragmotor geken. Ek kon presies sê waar die vullis in die bak sou lê.”

Geloof as ’n bron van krag

Manzi het sy geloof as ’n hoeksteen van sy loopbaan beskou. “Daar was moeilike dae, maar ek het altyd gebid en geweet dat die Here my sal lei. Ek het nooit teruggekyk nie, net vorentoe, want ek het geweet Hy sal my die krag gee om aan te gaan.”

Welverdiende rus

Na drie dekades van toegewyde diens is dit nou tyd vir Manzi om af te tree en ‘n nuwe hoofstuk in sy lewe te begin.

“Ek sien uit daarna om tyd saam met my familie deur te bring. Ek is ’n trotse pa van 12 kinders en oupa van sewe kleinkinders. Nou is dit my beurt om net te rus en die vrugte van die lewe te geniet,” sê hy.

Kouga Uitvoerende Burgemeester, Hattingh Bornman, het gesê, “Kouga Plaaslike Munisipaliteit spreek sy opregte dank uit aan Manzi vir sy onwrikbare toewyding, sy passie vir sy werk en sy deernis vir die gemeenskap wat hy met soveel ywer bedien het.

“Sy bydrae tot die munisipaliteit se daaglikse funksionering sal altyd onthou word en sal dien as ’n inspirasie vir ander.

“Ons wens hom ’n welverdiende aftrede toe, omring deur sy geliefdes, en mag hierdie nuwe hoofstuk gevul wees met vreugde en vrede.”

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Maggie Bezuidenhout from Pellsrus, Jeffreys Bay.

Maggie shines as a lighthouse in her community

with various cases in her community.

GROWING up in challenging circumstancesandfacingnumeroushardships,Maggie Bezuidenhout (69) from Jeffreys Bay has developed a unique understanding and empathy for the difficulties her community encounters.

To assist, she has spent the last 30 years dedicated to supporting her community, with many people seeing her home as a “lighthouse” during challenging times.

After relocating from Gqeberha to Pellsrus, Jeffreys Bay, 30 years ago, at 39 years old Bezuidenhout promptly engaged with several non-profit organisations.

While on the ground assisting her community, she co-founded four organisations, Joshua Project, Victory4All, Sunshine Old Age Club, and Parents Against Drugs Abuse, based in Gqeberha.

“I am aware of everything happening in mycommunityandhaveseentheestablishment of many organisations that continue to assist the community,” said Bezuidenhout.

She was also previously an active member of the Jeffreys Bay Community Policing Forum(CPF)andtheJBayTraumaSupport Centre.

Experiencing a difficult life with many stumblingblocksasasinglemotherofthree and a foster mother of five, she said that her challenges have enabled her to empathise withhercommunityfilledwithdrugs,gangsterism, and dysfunctional families.

“Having a difficult upbringing and past has been a privilege because I have been able to use those experiences to uplift my community,” said Bezuidenhout.

“My difficult life has made me into the person I am today.”

Bezuidenhout stated that her strong twoway relationships with various NPOs enable her to request assistance in addressing theneedsoftheunderprivilegedinhercommunity.

Even though she had to shut down her soup kitchen due to insufficient funding, she said that she still helps those who come to her “lighthouse” seeking food.

“Peoplecancallmewhentheyneedassistance. I am always willing to assist,” said Bezuidenhout.

“I thank God that I was able to achieve so manygreatthingsinmylifeandofferassistance to many.”

As a qualified trauma counsellor, Bezuidenhout continues to support the JBay Trauma Support Centre upon request and is always eager to assist the JBay CPF.

She also helps CMR, a non-profit organisation and Child Protection Organisation,

As an ordained evangelist with the Apostolic Faith Mission church, Bezuidenhout also frequently walks through her neighbourhood, offering prayers and spreading positive messages to the community.

“Iuseeveryopportunitytogooutintomy community to encourage people,” said Bezuidenhout.

DIARY | DAGBOEK

Nifty Fifties Plus Club, Jeffreys Bay: The meeting will be held on Friday, February 7 at 09:45 at the Methodist Church, opposite the Caravan Park, Da Gama Road. The entrance is at 2 Petunia Street. Meetings thereafter on every first Friday of the month. Come early and enjoy a social morning with tea and a sandwich and guest speaker.Contact 083 277 0088. Milkwood Saturday Market: Drive in and browse through the local friendly market under the milkwood trees on February 8 from 08:00 to 13:00, weather permitting. The next date is February 22. They are located on the GLA road next to Fountains Mall.Browse home-made crafts,clothing,delicious home made goods, fresh vegetables, flowers, honey, braai goods, biltong, farm fresh meat, good food and more.

Child Welfare SA-Humansdorp: Their annual general meeting will be held at the Child Welfare Office, Moerasrivier, Humansdorp on February 12 at 12:00. Contact the office for more info at 042 940 0612.

Eb Flo Blommeklub: Die klub skop 2025 af by Seashells op 19 Februarie om 09:30. Die voorsitter gaan ’n interessante demonstrasie lewer. Die tema is ‘Glas in ’n ontwerp’. Vir enige navrae, kontak voorsitter Anita Jordaan by 072 533 7725.

Jeffreys Bay Car Boot Sale: Join the bargain hunt on the first Saturday of each month in Da Gama Road, opposite the caravan park, from 08:00 to 13:00. The next car boot sale will take place on March 1.Bring family and friends to enjoy a morning or afternoon among a bunch of car booters. The entrance is at 2 Petunia Street. Contact Corine at 082 922 2260. Aquarobics Therapy and Rehab Poly Clinic: Indoor heated swimming pool on Monday and Wednesday mornings. All ages welcome, especially elderly men and women. For all forms of arthritis, before and after operations/surgeries, heart problems, sports injuries, backpain, pregnancy, obesity, etc. For more info contact Yolande Burger, professional and internationally trained and fully qualified, at 082 877 7640 (after hours).

Kouga Jukskeiklub: Wie speel jukskei en wie wil graag speel? Ons is besig met ’n getal opname om aan Kouga Munisipaliteit voor te lê sodat daar voorsiening gemaak kan word vir hierdie sportsoort waaraan almal oud en jonk kan deelneem. Belangstellendes kan ons WhatsApp vir meer inligting: Yvonne by 083 309 7081 of Wynarda by 083 952 4514.

Do you have any events coming up you would like to see in the Express? Send your entertainment tips to kougaexp@media24.com. The deadline for entries is Tuesdays at 14:00. Entries may be in English or Afrikaans.

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Classifieds

VORM JJJ

VERLORE OF VERNIETIGDE

TITELBEWYS

Hiermee word kennis gegee dat kragtens die bepalings van Regulasie 68 van die Registrasie van Aktes Wet, 1937, dit die voorneme is om aansoek

te doen om ‘n gesertifiseerde afskrif van Transportakte Nommer T23390/ 1998CTN, gepasseer deur HUMANSDORP OORGANGSRAAD ten gunste van LENIE DE VILLIERS IDENTITEITSNOMMER: 290131 0064 08 1 ONGETROUD ten aansien van sekere 1.ERF 1249 KRUISFONTEIN, IN DIE KOUGA PLAASLIKE MUNISIPALITEIT, AFDELING VAN HUMANSDORP PROVINSIE OOS-KAAP GROOT: 330 (DRIE HONDERD EN DERTIG) vierkante meter wat verlore geraak het of vernietig is.

SALOME ANN NELSON

In die Boedel van wyle SA-

RITA SALOME ANN NEL-

SON, Identiteitsnr 570317 0110 08 8, binne gemeenskap van goed getroud met Lawrence Edward Nelson, Identiteitsnr 550112 5129 08 2, woonagtig by Hek 7, Thornham, Distrik Humansdorp. Boedelnr 007103/2024.

Alle persone met vorderinge teen bogemelde boedel moet dit binne 30 dae

Alle persone wat teen die uitreiking van sodanige afskrif beswaar het, word hierby versoek om dit skriftelik in te dien by die Registrateur van Aktes te KING WILLIAMS TOWN binne twee weke na datum van publikasie van hierdie kennisgewing.

GEDATEER te HUMANSDORP op hede die 23ste dag van JANUARIE 2025.

NEL MENTZ STEYN ELLIS ING.

BUREAUSTRAAT 14 HUMANSDORP 6300 E-POS: convey@kougalaw co.za Tel: (042) 291 0004 Verw: D1961

BOEDELKENNISGEWINGS

KREDITEURE IN BESTORWE BOEDEL

Boedel wyle ANDREAS

STEPHANUS HALL, Identiteitsnommer: 620206 5034 08 0, gebore 6 Februarie 1962, Oorlede op 19 Junie 2024, van 102 Kabeljauwsstraat, Jeffreysbaai, Provinsie Oos-Kaap, Meesterskantoor Port Elizabeth Boedelnr.: 4651/2024.

Alle persone met eise teen die bogemelde boedel moet dit binne 30 dae vanaf datum van publikasie hiervan by die betrokke Eksekuteur indien.

SLABBERT PROKUREURS

Scheldestraat 21 Jeffreysbaai 6330

Epos: carike@ slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel. 042 293 4271

KREDITEURE IN BESTORWE BOEDEL

Boedel wyle SALIENA ELIZABETH VAN DEVENTER, Identiteitsnommer: 480421 0014 08 1, gebore 21 April 1948, Oorlede op 30 Desember 2024, van 5 Myrtlestraat, Jeffreysbaai, Provinsie Oos-Kaap, Meesterskantoor Port Elizabeth Boedelnr.: 487/2025.

Alle persone met eise teen die bogemelde boedel moet dit binne 30 dae vanaf datum van publikasie hiervan by die betrokke Eksekuteur indien.

SLABBERT PROKUREURS

Scheldestraat 21 Jeffreysbaai 6330

Epos: carike@ slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel. 042 293 4271

ROSA FOUCHE

In die Boedel van wyle ROSA FOUCHE, Identiteitsnr 400610 0008 08 8, binne gemeenskap van goed getroud met Hendrik Jacobus Fouche, Identiteitsnr 380818 5060 08 7, van Krakeelrivier, Distrik Joubertina, provinsie Oos-Kaap. Boedelnr 001390/ 2024. Die Eerste en Finale Likwidasie- en Distribusierekening in bogenoemde boedel sal by die kantoor van die Meester van die Hooggeregshof Port Elizabeth en die Landdros Joubertina ter insae lê vir 'n tydperk van een-en-twintig (21) dae vanaf Vrydag, 7 Februarie 2025.

CW MALAN JOUBERTINA INGELYF Prokureurs vir Eksekuteur Olivierstraat 8 Posbus 5 Joubertina 6410

KENNISGEWING

IN BOEDEL WYLE: WILMARI

HONEY BOEDEL NO: 2162/2024

OORLEDE: 15 Maart 2024 ID NOMMER: 601102 0046 08 3 GEBORE: 2 November 1960 GETROUD: Weduwee ADRES: Broomstraat 13, Jeffreysbaai

Kennis geskied hiermee dat die GEWYSIGDE EERSTE EN FINALE

LIKWIDASIE- EN DISTRIBUSIEREKENING in die bogemelde boedel en ‘n duplikaat daarvan vir ‘n tydperk van 21 dae vanaf 7 FEBRUARIE 2025 onderskeidelik in die kantoor van die Meester van die Oos-Kaap Hooggeregshof te PORT ELIZABETH en in die Landdroskantoor van

HUMANSDORP sub-distrik van Kouga geleë in die breër Sarah Baartman distrik ter insae sal wees.

CW MALAN

JEFFREYS BAY INC. 15 OOSTERLAND STREET

JEFFREYS BAY 6330 TEL : 042 293 1053

LIKWIDASIE- EN DISTRIBUSIEREKENING IN BESTROWE WAT TER INSAE Lê

Boedel wyle JACOBUS

JOUBERT KRIGE, Identiteitsnommer: 380401 5006 08 5 Gebore 1 April 1938 en oorlede op 11 Oktober 2024, van 18 Die Heide, Jeffreysbaai, Oos-Kaap. Boedelnr.: 6132/2024

Kennis geskied hiermee, kragtens Artikel 35(5) van die Wet op die Administrasie van Boedels, nr.66 van 1965, dat afskrifte van die Eerste en Finale Likwidasie- en Distribusierekening in die bogemelde boedel vir alle belanghebbendes ter insae sal lê vir ‘n tydperk van 21 dae vanaf datum van publikasie hiervan in die kantoor van die Meester van die Hooggeregshof, Port Elizabeth en Landdros, Humansdorp.

Indien geen beswaar daarteen gedurende die spesifieke tydperk by die betrokke Meester ingedien word nie, gaan die eksekuteur voort met betalings ooreenkomstig die rekeninge.

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6330

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LIKWIDASIE- EN

DISTRIBUSIEREKENING IN BESTROWE WAT TER INSAE Lê

Boedel wyle MARIA JACOBA STRYDOM, Identiteitsnommer: 350125 0059 08 0, Gebore 25 Januarie 1935 en oorlede op 25 Junie 2024, 'n Weduwee van E130 Eedenglen, Jeffreysbaai, Oos -Kaap. Boedelnr.: 3955/2024

Kennis geskied hiermee, kragtens Artikel 35(5) van die Wet op die Administrasie van Boedels, nr.66 van 1965, dat afskrifte van die Eerste en Finale Likwidasie- en Distribusierekening in die bogemelde boedel vir alle belanghebbendes ter insae sal lê vir ‘n tydperk van 21 dae vanaf datum van publikasie hiervan in die kantoor van die Meester van die Hooggeregshof Port Elizabeth en Landdros, Humansdorp.

Indien geen beswaar daarteen gedurende die spesifieke tydperk by die betrokke Meester ingedien word nie, gaan die eksekuteur voort met betalings ooreenkomstig die rekeninge.

SLABBERT PROKUREURS

Scheldestraat 21 JEFFREYSBAAI

6330

Epos: carike@ slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel.: 042 293 4271

LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS IN DECEASED ESTATES LYING FOR INSPECTION

In terms of section 35 (5) of the Administration of Estates Act, No 66 of 1965, notice is hereby given that copies of the liquidation and distribution accounts (first and final, unless otherwise stated) in the estates specified below will be open for the inspection of all persons with an interest therein for a period of 21 days from the date specified or from the date of publication hereof whichever may be the latter and at the offices of the Masters of the High Court and Magistrates as stated. Should no objection thereto be lodged with the Masters concerned during the specified period, the executors will proceed to make payments in accordance with the accounts.

015115/2023, GERBER JOHANNA MARIA ELIZABETH, 371207 0036 08 9, 20 EIEKE STREET JEFFREYS BAY WESTERN CAPE, Magistrate’s Office JOHANNESBURG; Master’s Office JOHANNESBURG; MARE ATTORNEYS (RF) INC; 1 JOHANNES AVENUE HENNOPSPARK CENTURION GAUTENG; 0107860074; admin@mareattorneys.com

NPO succeeding in community-driven mission

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THE Humansdorp-based non-profit organisation, Douglas Matsha People’s Association (Domapa), originally established to promote education, sport, cultural activities, and social welfare, has made significant progress in leaps and bounds, staying true to its mission of uplifting the community.

Loyiso Matsha, the president and a retired school teacher, stated that KwaNomzamo in Humansdorp is grappling with numerous challenges, including substance abuse, alcoholism, teenage pregnancy, and gangsterism.

He emphasised that the organisation’s primary goal is to keep children off the streets and encourage them to discover and develop their talents.

“The devil is swift to find unacceptable work for idle hands. Thus, we welcome all people interested in joining our organisation with open arms. We accept all ages, from five years old to pensioners,” said Matsha.

He further explained the organisation’s four core objectives: education, sport, cultural activities, and social welfare.

They offer holiday classes on Saturdays during the school holidays for learners in Grades 2 to 9, coupled with a diverse range of sports activities, including table tennis and chess.

The organisation will soon also offer training in drum majorettes and choral music.

As part of its social welfare obligations, it provides food donations to carefully chosen unemployed individuals, focusing particularly on elderly and sick individuals who require food before taking their prescribed medication.

Reflecting on some of the organisation’s achievements, Matsha said that between 2023 and 2024, they hosted three chess tournaments at the Humansdorp Library.

He noted that all junior chess players from his organisation began playing chess in March 2023, and by June 2024, at least three had received their provincial colours.

In 2024, Matsha mentioned that three chess players, Khazimla Mtyaleka, Yomelela Pongolo, and Enzokuhle Twazi, qualified for

Animals of all ages looking for new homes

THE JBay Animal Rescue Sanctuary,anon-profitorganisation,sterilises at least 80 animals every month in the Kouga region and is located in Ocean View Township in Jeffreys Bay.

The organisation is looking for forever homes for the following dogs and cat:

Maxi is a beautiful female dog and will grow to be medium-sized. She is about 11 weeks old now. Luna is approximately 8 weeks old,andsheisabsolutelybeautiful.

the Eastern Chess teams on merit.

In the same year, the trio was also selected on merit to visit Johannesburg in June 2025, where they will receive advanced chess coaching with some of South Africa’s best coaches.

“When these young chess players return from their coaching, they will be unstoppable,” said Matsha.

“I am impressed with all the children’s talent, and it would be great if more children from the entire Kouga region could join our organisation,” he expressed.

The organisation’s youngest player is Khanya Bheki, who, at just 10 years old, continues to work hard towards improving her skills.

Looking ahead to plans for this year, he indicated that they aim to enhance the organisation’s four focus areas: education, sport, cultural activities, and social welfare. To bolster the organisation’s success, Matsha mentioned that he has recruited two teachers from Gqeberha to assist him with their school holiday programme and choral music lessons in April.

For more information, contact Loyiso Matsha at 071 381 6226.

Laerskool Jeffreysbaai se nuwe personeel

Bunny is an attractive 2-year-old male dog. He is very playful and would make the perfect family pet. June isabout2yearsold,andshe is a lovely dog. She has been with theSanctuarysinceshewasapuppy.Itwouldbewonderfultoseeher find her forever home.

Formoreinfo,ortovisittheclinic, contact Cindy Muller at 083 320 4173, e-mail jbayanimals@gmail.com, or visit JBay Animal Rescue Sanctuary at www.jbayanimalsanctuary.co.za

Welkom by die Laerskool Stulting familie

DieLaerskoolStultinghet nuweakademiese personeelledeverwelkom.

Khanya Beki (10) is the youngest member of Douglas Matsha People’s Association (Domapa).
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June. PHOTO:SUPPLIED Bunny. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Luna. PHOTO: SUPPLIED Maxi. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Die Laerskool Jeffreysbaai-familie het onlangs nuwe personeellede verwelkom. Van links is Liezl van der Merwe (Graad 6), Louise Breytenbach (Graad 1), Truida Aggenbach (Graad R), Tegan Whitehead (Seniorfase-Intern) en Mikayla Helm (Grondslagfase-Intern). FOTO: VERSKAF
Bo, van links is, Chanél Cloete (Gr. 2.2), Elizma Marx (Gr. 5.1), Arno Marx (Gr. 5.3), en Natasha Weihmann (Gr. 1.2). FOTO’S: VERSKAF
Michelle Jansen (student). Natasha Badenhorst (Gr. 4.2) en Lingaster Erasmus (Gr. 4.1).

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Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.