DistrictMail & Helderberg Gazette - E-Edition - 4 December 2024
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Beaming with joy while walking the beat
In various corners of the Helderberg organisations have championed initiatives in commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children campaign, which runs annually from 25 November to 10 December. Pictured above are participants of a march which launched an awareness campaign against gender-based violence initiated by the Macassar Community Day Centre (CDC) in partnership with the Western Cape Government Health and Unathi Community Youth Development. The march was led by the Cape Whalers Field Band, which kept beaming participants moving to a beat. For more photos, turn to page 2.
Ma vertel oor tragiese verlies van seun
Mesaanval eis man
Barend J. Williams
’n Ma van Broadlandspark treur oor die verlies van haar middeljarige seun wat vermoedelik deur ’n tiener wreed van sy lewe ontneem is.
Muriel Moses is in rou gedompel nadat haar seun Ralstion “Boy” Happie Donderdagaand (28 November) die slagoffer van ’n noodlottige messteekvoorval geword het.
Die 46-jarige is buite sy tuiste in Madeliefiestraat deur ’n tienerseun wat ’n mes rondgeswaai het, aangeval.
Die bedroefde ouer herroep dat sy die nuus ontvang het van die messteekvoorval kort nadat
Happie ná aandete van die huis af weg is om by ’n vriend in die woonbuurt te gaan kuier.
Sy is deur bure en ander gemeenskapslede na buite geroep, waar die slagoffer in die straat oorkant hul hek inmekaargesak het. “Ek het eers nie besef dit is my kind wat daar lê nie,” het ’n hartseer Moses gesê.
Pyn en smart het haar ouerhart oorweldig nadat sy haar geliefde oudste seun se lewelose liggaam in die straat aangetref het.
Volgens ’n ooggetuie het hy gesien hoe Happie kort voor die aanval met die vermeende tiener-verdagte, wat met ’n mes gewapen was, gestoei het.
“Hulle het geworstel en toe skielik het Happie ’n paar tree agteruit gegee voordat hy ineengestort het.
“Toe ek die verdagte nader, het hy my ook met sy mes gedreig,” het die ooggetuie beweer.
Die rumoer het ’n skare omstanders gelok wat ingegryp en die verdagte oorrompel het. ’n Gemeenskapslid, Iris Julies, het haar lewe in gevaar gestel om te keer dat medegemeenskapslede wat tot aksie geroep is, nie die tiener ernstig beseer en moontlik ’n hofsaak in die gesig staar nie.
Die Strand-polisie het bevestig dat ’n 17-jarige verdagte ná die messteekvoorval, wat
vermoedelik uit ’n stryery gespruit het, op aanklag van moord in hegtenis geneem is. ’n
Polisiewoordvoerder, adjudantoffisier Nico Beukes, het gesê die inhegtenisneming volg nadat ’n polisiebeampte wat op patrollie was, omstreeks 18:00 op die messteekvoorval gereageer het.
“Met sy aankoms op die toneel het hy ’n skare rondom Happie sien saamdrom. Die slagoffer het nog asemgehaal, maar het oomblikke later aan ’n steekwond aan die linkerkant van sy bors beswyk,” het Beukes gesê. Volgens Moses ly sy aan ondraaglike hartseer ná die tragedie wat haar seun geëis het.
“Ek moes sy koffiebeker
weggooi, want dit was te seer om daarna te kyk,” het sy vertel. Hoewel Moses erken het dat haar seun nie ’n engeltjie was nie, was hy ’n respekvolle man wie se teenwoordigheid gemis sal word.
“Ek kan steeds nie glo hy is weg nie. Ek mis hom elke dag.”
Photo: Barend J Williams
Muriel Moses, ma van Ralstion “Boy” Happie, wat Donderdagaand (28 November) in ’n messteekvoorval in Broadlandspark dood is. Foto: Barend J. Williams
Officer Nico Beukes from the
addressed the community, emphasising the importance of reporting incidents of violence.
All over the Helderberg, events were held to commemorate the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. From powerful marches to awareness programmes and community engagement, organisations worked together to address the ongoing challenges of gender-based violence (GBV) and child abuse. Members of the Strand Community Policing Forum (CPF), local magistrates, and Badisa representatives participated in a march. Danfred Kleinsmidt (Strand CPF), Zimasa Nupati (Strand Magistrates’ Court) Faeeka Mairrats (Badisa), Thys Deconing (Badisa), Samantha Williams (Metro East Education District Office), Zinzi Mkhize (Wandisa) and Tamsin Nel (Wandisa) Photos: Barend J Williams
RIGHT: The programme continued at the Macassar Old Community Hall, where booths provided resources on GBV-related services. Social worker Mary-Anne van Rensburg highlighted the programme’s goal: “To educate the community about various forms of violence and how to access support.” Department of Health team members engaging those attending. Pictured are Dr Stella Mokitimi, Yolanda Dabisiko Carmen Damons MaryAnne van Rensburg and Shireen Dickenson.
The Child Protection Forum also launched its GBV campaign in Somerset West on Monday 25 November. Participants included Lwandle police, ACVV representatives, and Department
Development
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The event
Badisa Strand organised a march on Wednesday 27 November, which commenced at Liberty Street in Rusthof and concluded at Broadway Square. The event was supported by Strand police, Helderberg Hospital and the Western Cape Education Department. According to spokesperson Leigh-Mae Martin, the event aimed to “break the silence around GBV and empower the community.”
Andrea Ruiters distributed resources about GBV services.
At Broadway Square, keynote speakers like Helderberg Hospital social worker Estie Vlok (pictured) and Warrant
Strand Police Station
The Cape Whalers Field Band brought the energy to the Macassar march with lively musical performances. Tubaist Lihle Maphi was the leader of the pack.
The programme was opened with prayer from Imam Shaheed Alexander and a keynote speech from Mrs Universe South Africa finalist Gizéla Möller (pictured)
The Somerset West police hosted its 16 Days of Activism event at the Sir Lowry’s Pass satellite police station. With songs performed by children from Emily’s Crèche, the event brought warmth to a serious cause. “It was part of the police’s efforts to combat incidents of GBV and educate the community about their rights,” said Sergeant Suzan Jantjies, head of the Somerset West police social crime prevention unit. Pictured is Lenie Goliath speaking to Jantjies, who shared GBV prevention strategies while engaging with community members on the topic
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officials.
started at Somerset West Magistrates’ Court and moved to the taxi rank
CBD, where volunteers distributed pamphlets and engaged with locals.
Smiling Child empowering children
Yaseen Gaffar
In the heart of the Strand community, a guiding light shines brightly.
Smiling Child NPC, a non-profit organisation founded by Sharon Engelbrecht, is dedicated to transforming the lives of disadvantaged children. With a compassionate heart and a relentless drive she is working tirelessly to ensure every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Engelbrecht’s journey towards founding Smiling Child was inspired by her own experiences as a foster parent and her deep-rooted commitment to community service spanning over three decades.
Having witnessed first-hand the challenges faced by vulnerable children, she recognised the urgent need for educational intervention.
“When we moved to Strand I got involved with an NPO called Turn a Round, which does community work in Morkels Cottage, Rusthof,” Engelbrecht said.
“It was here that I saw how many children are not going to school. The more I got involved in community work the more problems I saw that are not easily fixed. I saw children who were not only deprived of basic necessities but also lacked access to quality education. I realised education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering these children to build better futures for themselves.
“Motivated by our Christian faith, we are committed to responding to the educational needs of children who are
Howard swims into history
Somerset West endurance athlete Howard Warrington recently received official certification of a Guinness World Record for becoming the first man to swim 200 Robben Island crossings, a feat he achieved in June this year. The recordbreaking swimmer also raised over R200 000 for Cape of Good Hope SPCA and continues to inspire and mentor like-minded athletes.
shut out of the traditional school system or are at risk of educational failure for reasons beyond their control. We aim at developing compassionate relationships and a supportive environment to overcome obstacles to learning.”
Smiling Child’s primary mission is to provide a solid educational foundation for children aged eight to 13 who are not enrolled in formal schooling. By offering a specialised curriculum that focuses on literacy, numeracy, and life skills, the organisation aims to equip these children with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
“We believe that every child deserves a chance,” Engelbrecht emphasises.
“Our goal is to create a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.”
To achieve this ambitious goal, Smiling Child has partnered with Open Schools Worldwide, an international organisation with a proven track record of providing education to marginalised children. Through this collaboration Smiling Child will train local volunteers to deliver the curriculum and create a supportive learning environment.
Engelbrecht underscores the importance of community involvement in the success of Smiling Child. “We want this to be a community-driven initiative,” she said.
“By involving local volunteers, we can ensure that the programme is tailored to the specific needs of the community and that the children receive the support they deserve.”
To ensure the long-term sustainability of the programme, Smiling Child is actively seeking funding from various sources, including corporate sponsorships, grants, and individual donations.
organisation is also committed to evaluating the impact of its programmes to measure its effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
A breakfast held on Monday 2 December at Vamos restaurant on Strand Beach Road was the first of
many fundraisers being planned going forward.
As Smiling Child continues to grow and expand its reach, Engelbrecht envisions a future where every child in the Strand community has access to quality education.
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Karen Swart with Sharon Engelbrecht, founder of Smiling Child NPC. Photos: Yaseen Gaffar
Willem Engelbrecht, Gert Myburgh and Bernard Smuts showed their support at the breakfast fundraiser.
Kenneth Bingham with Kobus and Belinda Danhauser.
Sharon Engelbrecht, Zelda Coetsee, Heleen Hayman and Constance Berg.
Strand-GPF sê dankie vir harde werk
Die Strand-gemeenskapspolisiëringsforum (GPF) het op Saterdag 9 November ’n sertifikaat van uitnemendheid aan die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag (NVG) vir hul uitstaande werk in die werwing van lang vonnisse vir hoëprofiel-sake en die hantering van ander ernstige gewelddadige misdade in die Strand-landdroshof oorhandig. Die erkenning beklemtoon hul beduidende bydrae tot openbare veiligheid en geregtigheid. Van links is Niklaas Thysen, Jannie Frieslaar (voormalige GPF-voorsitter), Olivia Meyer, Marlene van Heerden (hoof van NPA Strand), Nazlee Abdeljaoued, Zarena Williams, pastoor Danny Kleinschmidt en kol. Khunujulwe Khayile (die Strandpolisie se bevelvoerder). Agter is Shanice Solomons.
CPF welcomes new executive committee
Fire rips through flat
String of crimes hit SW
A new executive committee for the Somerset West Community Policing Forum (CPF) was elected at its annual general meeting on Wednesday 27 November. The committee is led by chairperson Dane Thomas, with Christiaan Loots (vice-chairperson), Tony van Minnen (treasurer), Jo Swart (public relations officer), Madelein Andrews (secretary), and Athi Ndwebi (project coordinator). Additional members include Sue Buckland (deputy project coordinator), Llewellyn Pistorius (victim support room coordinator), Ellen Esau (neighbourhood watch coordinator), and Nathanael Pekeur. The committee was chosen from preselected nominees put forward by registered CPF organisations. Somerset West Police Station Commander, Colonel Jacolize Fleischmann, expressed satisfaction with the new team, noting that “new blood” was needed in the area. She also thanked the outgoing CPF for their role in helping police reduce crime and announced that the satellite Sir Lowry’s Pass Police Station would soon have its own sub-CPF committee dedicated to the area. Pictured (back, from left) are Captain Charles Riffel (station commander of the satellite Sir Lowry’s Pass Police Station), Nathanael Pekeur, Jo Swart, Ward 84 councillor Norman McFarlane, Ward 15 councillor Gregory Peck and Ward 83 councillor Carl Punt. Middle: Sergeant Suzan Jantjies (Somerset West police spokesperson), Madelein Andrews, Tony van Minnen, Ellen Esau, Athi Ndwebi, Sue Buckland and Llewellyn Pistorius. Front: Dane Thomas, Colonel Jacolize Fleischmann, Funeka Soldaat (Khayelitsha sub-district CPF chairperson), Christiaan Loots and Colleen Mes (proportional representative for Subcouncil 14). Photo: Barend J Williams
Three people were left displaced by a fire that had broken out at a flat in Strand in the early hours of Monday morning (2 December).
According to Jermaine Carelse, spokesperson for the City of Cape Town’s Fire and Rescue Service, firefighting crews responded to the incident after an emergency call was received around 00:50 of a flat alight at Savanna Mews in Gulden Crescent.
“Firefighters from Strand and Sir Lowry’s Pass Fire Station were on the scene fast enough and found a vehicle in the garage well-alight, with the fire spreading to the flat,” said Carelse.
“By 02:00 firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze that severely damaged the flat and destroyed the vehicle. A woman was treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation.
“The cause of the incident is unknown and three people were displaced.”
Planned farm attack simulation
Somerset West police have announced that they will conduct a farm attack simulation on Wednesday 11 December at 22:00. The exercise aims to evaluate crime scene management and improve response times of role players during potential real-life incidents. The simulation will take place in the Raithby area, and residents are advised not to be alarmed by increased police activity and emergency vehicles. Authorities emphasise that this is a planned training exercise and not a real emergency situation. For further information, the public can contact Somerset West police on 021 850 1303.
Notice in terms of Section 34(1) of the InsolvencyAct,Act 24 of 1936, as amended
Strand, Cape Town: (2) Johannes Zacharias Viljoen on behalf of Three Diamonds 483 (Pty) Ltd (2006/033915/07) duly authorized thereto; (3) Wimpy Strand,Shop1,StrandSquare,FaganStreet,Strand; (4)NOTICEOFSALEOFBUSINESS
NoticeisherebygivenintermsofSection34(1)ofthe Insolvency Act, Act 24 of 1936, as amended, to all interestedpartiesandcreditorsofWimpyStrand,Shop 1, Strand Square, Fagan street, Strand, operating under Three Diamonds Trading 483 Pty Ltd (2006/033915/07) that it is the intention of the shareholders/directors of the business to sell full ownership of the business including the goodwill and assets to K20023160090 South Africa Pty Ltd (2023/160090/07), represented by Morne Christiaan duToit,dulyauthorizedthereto
Take notice further that the effective date of the sale and transfer will be within a period of not less than 30 (thirty)daysandnotmorethan60(sixty)daysfromthe date of publication of the last of the advertisements in terms of Section 34(1) of the InsolvencyAct,Act 24 of 1936,asamended.
Burger Business Brokers, 12 Ursula street, Pringle Bay, 7196, tel 0824523329, email ian@burgerbusinessbrokers.com, (5) K20023160090 SouthAfrica Pty Ltd (2023/160090/07) represented by Morne Christiaan duToit, (6) Wimpy Strand, Shop1, Strand Square, Fagan street, Strand, (7)Three DiamondsTrading 483 Pty Ltd (2006/033915/07) represented by Johannes Zacharias Viljoen
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Somerset West police are investigating three separate incidents, including a business robbery, theft and home invasion that occurred over the past two weeks.
The most recent incident took place on Thursday evening (28 November) at a convenience store in Naauwlands Road, Sir Lowry’s Pass. Security footage shows two men, one armed with a firearm, entering the store at around 21:00 as shopkeepers prepared to close. The armed suspect forced two shopkeepers to the ground before focusing on the cash register. A third suspect entered shortly after retrieving an assault rifle from a bag. Another shopkeeper was forced to the ground and struck on the head as the suspects emptied the cash register.
“The suspects took cash and several other items,” said Sergeant Suzan Jantjies, Somerset West police spokesperson.
Jantjies confirmed a case of business robbery was under investigation, but no arrests had been made.
Last Tuesday (26 November) a 34-year-old Macassar man appeared in the Somerset West Magistrates’ Court on charges of theft and possession of stolen property. The suspect allegedly entered a Heldervue home through an open door on Sunday (24 November) and stole a laptop.
Officers patrolling the area around 17:00 spotted a man acting suspiciously with a black laptop bag.
“The suspect was questioned and could not provide proof of ownership,” said Jantjies.
The laptop was later confirmed to belong to a 64-year-old victim.
“The Somerset West police have opposed bail for the suspect,” said Colonel Jacolize Fleischmann, Somerset West Police Station commander.
On Thursday 21 November, a 33year-old woman and her husband were tied up during a house robbery in Bredell Road, Somerset West.
The victim said she awoke to find four balaclava-clad suspects armed with knives and a golf stick in her bedroom around 03:00. She and her spouse were restrained while the suspects ransacked their home. During the ordeal one of the victims managed to grab a suspect’s firearm and fire a warning shot, causing them to flee, albeit with valuables.
“A case of house robbery is under investigation, and no arrests have been made,” said Jantjies.
Police have urged residents to secure their homes and businesses and report suspicious activity.
A CASE OF ROBBERY IS UNDER INVESTIGATION, BUT NO ARRESTS HAVE BEEN MADE
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Crackling the needles
How long is a piece of wool?
The answer to this question is simplelong enough to bring a world of good to those in need.
Three years ago, Strand Rotary Club launched a project called ‘Blankets, Bears and Beanies’ to create warmth in as many ways as possible in the community. Francois and Marien Denner of Port and Starboard hobby shop in Gordon’s Bay made this project possible with a generous donation of wool.
It wasn’t long before knitting groups bloomed. The first was as result of an idea to get a few people together on International Knitting Day (the second Saturday of June each year) at Voetstoots Antique Shop. Marien from Port and Starboard and Barbara Fourie, who runs Voetstoots, put posters up everywhere and Strand Rotary jumped at the chance to join the initiative and provide wool.
Now members of a club called “Crackling Needles” gather at the shop almost every week and have been producing goods like blankets, bears, beanies, squares and scarves ever since. Some of the goods are sold, which has enabled the project to become selfsustaining as the proceeds are used to buy more wool.
Another group gathered at the Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club. Affectionately known as the “Knit and Talk S#*t Group”, they gather almost weekly and also spend time making knitted goods for Rotary.
As a spin-off, Rotary also provides wool, through these knitting groups, to old-age homes in the area and they return completed goods to the club. This truly is the community working for the good of the community.
The project is a source of warmth, comfort and joy to disadvantaged members of the community, while benefitting the knitters at the same time.
The knitters’ creations have been donated to various beneficiaries, such as ACVV, Badisa, the police’s Victim Support Room, and Patch.
These organisations share our focus on the youth and provide invaluable services to the community, such as mentoring and counselling, early childhood development, and legal assistance.
The Strand and Hermanus Rotary clubs have also provided lessons to teach ladies in the community the art of knitting and crochet.
The participants in these classes have been able to create items to keep themselves warm, to generate income, while also being able to pass on their skills to others.
At a recent farewell for Fourie, whose shop Voetstoets is closing down, the Strand Rotary Club took the opportunity to award her a Paul Harris Award, the highest honour one can receive from the Rotary Club.
“We’re giving this to her for the work she’s done with the knitting group in mobilising the community to serve the community,” commented Elenore Baiocchi of Strand Rotary.
Barbara Fourie (centre) with Strand Rotarians Annatjie Crocker on the right and Elenore Baiocchi on the left,
New Paardevlei film studio
The City of Cape Town is thrilled to announce the approval of a lease agreement for part of a Cityowned property in Paardevlei, Somerset West, which will see the construction of a R900 million film set, further propelling Cape Town’s vibrant creative economy.
This significant property transaction was sealed after a site visit by James Vos, Mayoral Committee member for Economic Growth, on Wednesday (27 November).
The development by Cape Point Film Studios (CPFS) will unlock substantial opportunities for local and international production companies driving economic growth, fostering innovation, creating jobs and building skills, while showcasing breathtaking stages to the world.
Following this agreement, CPFS plans to convert existing buildings on the site into a functional film studio facility that meets international standards. Once this development is completed and is operating successfully their plan is to develop a sea and underwater sound stage production precinct.
“We thank the City of Cape Town for taking this journey with us because, as practitioners in the film industry, we know first-hand how fast the content and film-
Pictured (from
are
representatives Aneesah Abrahams, Dawid
director), Subcouncil
and Sandisiwe
Mlungu (City representative), Garth Hamilton (HHH Architects consultant to CPFS), and City representatives Desmond Maringa and Donavon Geysman. Photos:
making industry is developing.
The need for more strategic interventions, such as worldclass sound stages to service this growth, not only helps filmmakers tell their stories, but also contributes substantially to the sustainable expansion of the film sector with its 1:4 multiplier effect to its value chain, all the while creating more jobs,” said CPFS director Henry F Herring.
“We believe that Cape Point Film Studios will respond meaningfully to these needs, and once again position our
country and continent as an attractive filmmaking destination.”
Said Vos: “‘I am pleased to report the approval for the lease of this land which will catalyse the continued growth of Cape Town’s creative economy.
“This lease carries the potential to create hundreds of jobs, generate almost a billion rand in the local economy, and boost tourism to Cape Town. The creative economy is one of the top-performing sectors in the city.
“According to the South African Cultural Observatory mapping study of 2022, the cultural and creative industries contributed R161 billion to the country’s gross domestic product in 2020. With the Economic Growth Directorate finalising this lease, we can further invest in Cape Town as a must-visit destination.
“This project will not only enhance Cape Town’s status as a leading creative hub but also solidify its position as a destination of choice for homegrown and global productions.”
Licence test centre is open
As the year winds down the City of Cape Town’s Traffic Service has extended a friendly reminder that its Driving Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) will operate normally over December, except for public holidays and a few other occasions.
CLOSURES
Facilities will be closed on Saturday 14, Monday 16, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 December as well as Wednesday 1 January 2025. Early closures will take effect on Friday 13 December (12:00), as well as Tuesday 24 December (13:00) and Tuesday 31 December (13:00).
Closing times for Christmas and New Year’s Eve will be confirmed in the coming weeks.
The public is also reminded that the Somerset West DLTC is now operating from the first floor of the Strand Municipal Building, on the corner of Main and Fagan Street. Confirmation of Saturday operations are posted weekly on the City’s social media channels. The motoring public is reminded to plan visits to a DLTC accordingly.
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Tlhogi Dube (Unicorn Factory Finance consultant to Cape Point Film Studios), City of Cape Town
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Maqoma, Henry F Herring (Cape Point Film Studios
8 chairperson and Ward 85 councillor Chantal Cerfontein, Azania Muendane (CPFS), James Vos (Mayoral Committee member for Economic Growth), Tristan Keyte (CPFS), Eric Stromberg (managing agent at Paardevlei), Nomzamo
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Macassar groet ’n beminde inwoner
Vernon Cogill (73), ’n vooraanstaande lid van die plaaslike Calvyn Protestantse kerk, is vroeg Woensdagaand (27 November) ná ’n kort siekbed by sy huis in Macassar oorlede.
“Uncle Vernie”, soos hy alombekend was, het met sy gesin in 1978 uit Retreat na Macassar verhuis. Hy het in 1979 by die plaaslike gemeente van die Calvyn Protestantse kerk betrokke geraak en het vir vele termyne as kerkraadslid gedien.
Cogill sal onthou word as die langs dienende skriba tot sy aftrede in 2020.
Hy het met sy komiese kwinkslae en vertellinge die gemeente dikwels laat skaterlag tydens sy aankondigings voor die begin van die Sondagdiens.
Cogill se eerste voltydse betrekking was by Gallo Records waar hy 10 jaar lank gewerk het. Dit is juis hiér waar sy diepe
liefde vir musiek ontwikkel het.
Vanweë sy passie vir musiek was Cogill die trotse eienaar van sowat 3 000 langspeelplate wat hy sedert 1969 versamel het.
Hy het daarna vir sowat 35 jaar as handelsware-aanbieder (merchandiser) in diens van winkelgroepe soos Pick n Pay, Checkers en Shoprite gewerk.
Cogill was tussen 1980 en 1995 ’n Sondagskoolopvoeder en het vir twee termyne as superintendent van die Sondagskool gedien.
Tesame met wyle Shirley Ambrose en Andries Fransman het die driestuks dikwels kinders uit die strate van Macassar gaan haal om aan hulle die Woord voor te hou.
Een van Cogill se talle passies was sy liefde vir skryf. Hy is altyd beny vir sy pynlik netjiese handskrif. Verder het hy ook ’n besonderse liefde vir fietsry gehad. Hy het vir vyf jaar
Macassar-bekende Vernon Cogill is Woensdag (27 November) in die ouderdom van 73 oorlede.
agtereenvolgens aan die bekende Argus-fietstoer deelgeneem.
Cogill word nostalgies onthou as een van die eerste plaaslike inwoners wat ’n radio aan sy fiets gekoppel het.
Sy liefdevolle persoonlikheid het daagliks talle mense na hom toe aangetrek. Sy heengaan laat inderdaad ’n enorme leemte in die lewe van die vele wat sy pad gekruis het.
Hy word oorleef deur drie kinders en vyf kleinkinders.
’n Troosdiens vind vanaand (Woensdag 4 Desember) om 19:00 plaas, en sy begrafnisdiens Saterdag (7 Desember) om 08:00. Albei geleenthede vind plaas by die Calvyn Protestantse kerk in Fahstraat, Macassar.
Pasiënt het net lof
Call to prioritise road users’ safety
It is deeply frustrating and heartbreaking to see yet another innocent South African life lost due to the reckless actions of foreign drivers on our roads. As reported in the DistrictMail & Helderberg Gazette, “Vrou sterf in botsing reg van voor” on 27 November, the tragic death of a South African, caused by a couple from the Netherlands, is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by allowing foreigners to drive without sufficient accountability.
This situation is far too common, and it’s unacceptable that the lives of our people are continuously put at risk by the arrogance of foreign nationals who insist on driving as though they are entitled to do so, disregarding the rules and road culture of a country that is not their own.
This mentality, rooted in colonial attitudes, shows a blatant disrespect for the safety and well-being of South Africans.
vir H’berg-hospitaal
Ek is onlangs in die Helderberghospitaal in Somerset-Wes opgeneem. Van die opname by ongevalle tot my verblyf van vyf dae in saal A, was die gehalte van sorg uitstekend. Ek wil graag my hoogste lof en erkenning uitspreek aan al die hospitaalpersoneel vir hul uitstaande versorging en toewyding.
We must ask: how many more lives must be lost before our government takes decisive action? It is high time that we amend our laws to restrict foreign nationals from driving in South Africa unless they meet strict requirements, including a thorough understanding of our traffic laws and road conditions. Countries like the Netherlands, which seem to be the most frequent offenders, should be held accountable, and we need a clear policy to prevent such tragedies from happening. Our roads should be safe for South Africans, and it is our duty to protect our citizens from the avoidable harm caused by these foreign drivers. It’s time to prioritise the safety of our people over the convenience of foreign nationals who fail to respect our rules. Let us not wait for another life to be lost before making the necessary changes.
Die hoë standaarde higiëne, sekuriteit en vyfster-etes was indrukwekkend. Ek het soveel omgee en sorg van elke lid van die personeel ontvang. Dit is duidelik dat die hospitaalbestuur daarna streef om die beste diens vir almal te lewer.
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Kom na PBK se vergadering
Die Rusthof Projek Betrokkenheidkomitee (PBK) sal op Saterdag 11 Desember ’n vergadering hou om terug te rapporteer oor die vordering van die Rusthof behuisingsprojek. Die vergadering vind om 17:30 by Dr. G.J. Joubert Primêre Skool wat in Abattoirstraat geleë is, plaas. Alle persone wat moontlik op die behuisingswaglys is, word uitgenooi om die vergadering by te woon.
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Cape Town’s prepaid meters good and ready Nationwide, prepaid power meters are being updated at a fast and furious pace to meet the deadline of the end of November 2024, when the new software kicks in. This will render non-updated meters unable of being recharged Yet City customers can rest assured that their meters have been updated
Inaccurate and confusing reporting on certain news sites has caused anxiety among some City customers that they will be left without power after the deadline. However, the City has been working diligently for the past three years, precisely to avoid a last-minute rush. As a result, all of the approximately 570 000 City prepaid meters are good to go
The completed software update is not to be confused with the separate project to replace old single-phase and three-phase meters with new prepaid meters in City-supplied areas, which is still under way To read more about the ongoing replacement project, enter ‘Electricity meter replacement programme’ in the search box on the City’s website
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When the sun stops being fun ...
With extreme heat events expected to increase, the City has launched its Beat the Heat programme to drive awareness of the risks posed by high temperatures.
According to the South African Weather Service, Cape Town had five heatwaves in January 2024, and temperatures above 40 °C were also recorded in Atlantis, Dunoon, Kirstenbosch, the broader Cape Town harbour area, and Observatory With extreme heat events expected to increase, the City has launched its Beat the Heat programme to drive awareness of the risks posed by high temperatures
Those particularly vulnerable to high-heat days include the elderly, children under five pregnant women and those living in informality, as well as workers operating outdoors and being exposed to heat for long periods of time Locations most at risk are dense urban and residential areas, business districts and industrial areas, informal settlements, areas of densification around transport corridors, as well as schools and child care centres built of prefabricated material. The lack of greening in some areas also has a huge impact and is a major focus of the City’s forward planning.
Besprekings vir die Steenbrasrivierkloof- en Crystal Pools-staproete in die Steenbrasnatuurreservaat is weer oop nadat verskeie gedeeltes ernstige reënskade opgedoen het Stadskliënte kan gerus wees dat hulle koopkragmeters klaar bygewerk is en sal aanhou werk wanneer die nuwe nasionale sagteware aan die einde van November in werking tree. Diegene wie se meters nié teen die sperdatum bygewerk is nie, sal nie krag kan laai nie.
Het jy al geregistreer om jou munisipale rekening per e-pos te ontvang? Elektroniese rekeninge is gerieflik, betroubaar, en maak dit makliker om tred te hou met betalings Registreer bloot vir e-dienste op die Stad se webtuiste, of stuur ’n SMS-versoek na 31223
Aangesien erge hittevoorvalle na verwagting ál hoe meer sal voorkom, het die Stad sy Beat the Heat-program bekend gestel om mense van die risiko’s van hoë temperature bewus te maak
How to keep the heat at bay
• Drink plenty of water Use water in spray bottles to cool down Carry a moist face towel to wipe the face and neck when hot, and submerge feet in cold water to help cool the body
• Seek relief in covered public spaces such as shopping malls and libraries.
• Wear a wide-brim hat and loose, lightweight clothing, and take cool showers or baths
• Limit outdoor activity to earlier or later in the day
• Seek medical assistance at the first sign of a heat-related illness Symptoms include muscle cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fainting, confusion, a fast pulse and high body temperature
* Other City interventions that address extreme heat in Cape Town include the Urban Forest Policy, the Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan, the Green Infrastructure Programme and Network, the Biodiversity Network and the Local Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan
KHAWUNDIBALISELE
Have you signed up to receive your municipal account by email yet? Getting your bill via email is convenient, reliable and enables better tracking of payments
Sign up by registering for e-Services on the City’s website or by sending an SMS request to 31223 Once registered on e-Services, you’ll also be able to renew vehicle licences, submit water or electricity readings pay municipal accounts online (debit order option only), view account balances and history, and log service requests For signup support contact Revenue at Revenue.Eservices@capetown.gov.za.
Presto, it’s paid! Pay your municipal account in any of the following ways:
• Online: www Easypay co za or www powertime co za
• EFT: Select the City as a banklisted beneficiary Use only your nine-digit municipal account number as reference
• e-Services: Use the City’s online e-Services portal
• ATM: Contact your bank to add the City as an ATM beneficiary
• QR code payments: For more information on QR code payments, please see the user guide: https://bit ly/3MhZXgT
Quit the queues
The City’s online booking system puts an end to queueing to renew your motor vehicle licence Book an appointment online at https://bookings capetown gov za
A short YouTube video to guide you through the booking process is available at https://bit ly/3WH8j5o
‘Leakbusters’ save millions of litres of water a day
As part of their ongoing efforts to safeguard the City’s water supply, Water and Sanitation’s leak detection crews conduct visual inspections on water pipes. The teams annually survey at least 50% of the City’s 11 213 km water reticulation network During their inspection of 5 551 km of the network in 2023/24, they managed to identify 926 leaks, saving nearly four million litres of water per day Inspection areas are prioritised based on infrastructure age, water pressure, and pipe material. The proactive leak detection programme has been active for more than nine years. Apart from detecting leaks, the teams also check for any other water running to waste, as well as damaged infrastructure. Once they locate a leak, a service request is created for it to be repaired. Repairs are mostly completed in-house by the relevant City depot and checked during a follow-up visit.
Drip detected! A team from Water and Sanitation’s leak detection programme conducts visual leak detection on the City’s water infrastructure. From left: Thalita Voko, Mansoor Dalwai, Dawn Davids, Cllr Zahid Badroodien (Mayoral Committee member for Water and Sanitation), Nkosikho Kama, Thabang Molehe, Asavela Mtirara, AndiswaMlanjeni,ThandekaMayekiso, Thembeka Nkomombini and Winston Mackay
City App unlocks emergency services for the Deaf
Thanks to a collaboration between the City and DeafSA, the Deaf community and hard-of-hearing residents in Cape Town now have direct access to the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre (PECC) via a feature on the City App Launched in September, the feature enables quick requests for emergency assistance in life-threatening situations, without the need for a voice call Once a user’s details have been registered, they can send a distress signal with just a few taps
This development is a massive step forward in ensuring universal access to a potentially life-saving service
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Let’s do summer safely, considerately and with kindness
December is not only a beautiful time of the year in the Mother City; it is also one of the most important times for our local economy as we welcome tens of thousands of visitors Every tourist in Cape Town – whether from upcountry, elsewhere in Africa or overseas –supports precious jobs and ensures the livelihoods of many Capetonians.
That is why we put in so much work to ensure that we are ready to receive them and that our city looks beautiful and welcoming Our teams have been hard at work mowing, cleaning, painting, filling potholes and fixing streetlights across town in anticipation of what will likely be a record-breaking festive season
It is also great to see the precinct around the Castle being restored to its former glory I was delighted to take part in a recent tree-planting effort alongside the national Department of Public Works to help make this landmark even more beautiful These public spaces are a very important part of our city’s identity, and it is critical that they remain open and accessible to all.
Also important is the safety of visitors and locals alike which is why we have once again made a record
A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR
deployment of safety personnel ahead of the summer tourism boom More than 5 000 personnel – from uniformed enforcement and emergency staff to Metro Police trainees and lifeguards – will work in shifts to help keep everyone safe
Our high-visibility deployment at hotspots such as the Table Mountain trails, beaches and shopping precincts will be bolstered by our substantial investment in safety technology This includes cutting-
edge camera tech automatic number plate recognition, dash and bodycams, drone patrols, and Africa’s largest CCTV network
We will show zero tolerance to those who drink and drive, with daily vehicle checkpoints across the metro and clampdowns on alcohol use and anti-social behaviour in public spaces
Our by-laws are there to protect everyone’s right to enjoy our city and its public spaces, and we will not hesitate to enforce them
In return we ask that Capetonians and visitors do their bit to help ensure that the summer season is enjoyable and safe for everyone Please do not drive if you’ve been drinking, and be considerate to those with whom you share our public spaces Listen to our lifeguards’ instructions at beaches and swimming pools And always throw your litter in our green Bingo bins
If we all approach the festive season in a spirit of consideration and kindness, this will undoubtedly be the best summer holiday ever in Cape Town I wish you all a blessed and safe time in the Mother City
Geordin Hill-Lewis Cape Town Mayor
City works for a safe and healthy summer
As summer approaches, the City’s environmental health practitioners (EHPs) are ramping up their efforts to protect public health While sunny weather is welcomed by most, heat also means a higher risk of food spoilage, the faster spread of bacterial infections, an increase in diarrhoeal disease and of course more flies, mosquitoes and other pests Warmer weather also increases the risk of fire, which in turn
affects our air quality and could be particularly problematic for those with respiratory conditions
The City’s 209 EHPs monitor and manage all areas where the environment and public health intersect Key responsibilities include inspecting food and water quality, monitoring for waterborne and foodborne diseases, rodent baiting, clamping down on the sale of illegal pesticides, checking air
quality, and managing infectious disease outbreaks and other health challenges. In 2023/24 alone, our EHPs efforts included 1 233 health and hygiene projects in informal settlements and 1 555 health promotion outreaches at schools
* For any complaints relating to environmental health, dial 0860 103 089 or visit your nearest Environmental Health office or clinic
Western Cape dam levels slightly higher this year
The dam levels for Cape Town have increased to 98,4% The City is aiming for an overall usage target of 650 million litres per day –which means Capetonians should try to use less than 105 litres per person per day
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Gedurende hulle inspeksie van 5 551 km van die waterpypnetwerk in 2023/24 het Water en Sanitasie se lekkasiesoekspanne 926 lekplekke opgespoor Dít spaar bykans vier miljoen liter water per dag
Die Stad het ’n nuwe ses jaar lange kontrak met HG Travelling Services onderteken om die Diala-Ride-diens vir pendelaars met spesiale behoeftes te bedryf
Danksy samewerking tussen die Stad en DeafSA, het die Dowe gemeenskap en inwoners met gehoorprobleme in Kaapstad nou direkte toegang tot die Stad se openbare noodkommunikasiesentrum deur
Gearshift for Dial-a-Ride
The City has signed a new six-year contract with HG Travelling Services to operate the Dial-a-Ride service for commuters with special needs Some of the phased improvements under the new contract will be a newly refurbished fleet virtual payment and the introduction of a mobile app and online platform Dial-a-Ride is intended for commuters with mobility challenges who have been assessed by a relevant healthcare practitioner and found to be eligible to use the service Of the service’s annual operating costs of R28,1 million, the City subsidises R18,1 million, while Province contributes R10 million Replacing cash and card payments with a virtual travel wallet will make payment more convenient, while a dedicated online platform and mobile app will put passenger signup, trip booking and monitoring at riders’ fingertips In addition, the new contract allows for the expansion of the service through subcontracting so that more eligible users can be accommodated in the years to come * For more about Dial-a-Ride, go to https://www myciti org za/en/ routes-stops/dial-a-ride/
Protect our water resources by following water-wise guidelines. Residents and businesses are reminded that the permanent regulations contained in the City’s Water By-law still apply across Cape Town, regardless of the restriction level Municipal water may be used in gardens only before 09:00 or after 18:00, but never to hose down paved areas
middel van ’n funksie op die munisipaliteit se mobiele toepassing. Noudat die somer naderkom, is die Stad se omgewingsgesondheidspraktisyns selfs besiger as gewoonlik. Hulle beskerm die publiek deur voedsel en water vir gehalte en enige moontlike siektebakterieë te toets, plaagbeheermaatreëls op te skerp luggehalte te toets en enige uitbreking van infeksiesiektes te bestuur
• Visit www capetown gov za/thinkwater or www capetown gov za/waterregulations to access the regulations
The Wallacedene Gateway Market, at the corner of Botfontein and Boesak roads in Kraaifontein, is receiving a major upgrade. The development will see 26 shipping containers modified into shops to fulfil the City’s mandate of creating accessible facilities for traders. The revamped market will also boast a braai area, stage, refuse and parking area, ablution facilities, and boundary fencing.
The Wallacedene market is one of many informal trading areas being revitalised, with other projects in progress in Pelican Park and Simon’s Town. Developments and upgrades are also planned for BoKaap, Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha, Kuils River and Gatesville.
In addition to providing improved trading infrastructure, Council has approved a 30% cut in informal trading tariffs for 2024/25, while the City also offers ongoing skills programmes to traders through its Business Hub
* For more about the Business Hub’s offerings, visit https://www investcapetown.com/news-events/ business-events-in-cape-town/. Traders who wish to find out about the City’s informal market projects may email Informal.trading@ capetown.gov.za or visit www.capetown.gov.za/businesshub
Be vigilant and verify
Always verify the work order number when a City official visits your home, and check the official’s City-issued ID card. The card must display the City logo and the name and surname of the staff member or mandated contractor It must also contain an embedded picture of the person. If unsure, call the City on 0860 103 089 to check whether work is being done in your area Report suspicious behaviour to the City’s fraud hotline, 0800 1100 77, or to the police.
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City will not let Soet river go to waste
To save the Soet river in Strand, the City is stepping in with an enhanced strategy and action plan.
Since the rapid increase in informality during the Covid-19 pandemic, the Soet river in the Strand area has come under immense pressure. Sadly, the river has become a dumping place for not only residents’ solid waste, but also human waste and greywater
The City already spends a significant amount of money every year to get the river cleaned up Maintenance activities undertaken recently include cleaning the section of the river next to ACJ Phakade School in Nomzamo Wag ’n Bietjie canal in Lwandle, Broadlands Road canal in Lwandle, and various other stretches
Dredging of sections of the Soet river and its canals is also on the cards
PASAP adds punch
In addition to this ongoing maintenance, the City has now put together an enhanced pollution abatement strategy and action plan (PASAP), proposing solutions for implementation in the short, medium and long term
These include upgrading pump station infrastructure to avoid failures, and reducing sewerage overflows from
manholes through more frequent inspections, the installation of litter traps, and the elimination of illegal stormwatersewer cross-connections River wardens will be trained and appointed to help clean the river and report overflows and related problems that would otherwise remain undetected Bioremediation technology should help remove contaminants from the river, while improvements to facilities in temporary informal settlements will further reduce the impact of greywater on the Soet river system In terms of solid waste management integrated efforts will include door-to-door waste collection,
enhanced area cleaning, and regular education and awareness campaigns.
Why the Soet is central Flowing from the northeast in a southwesterly direction, the Soet river forms the central ‘spine’ of its 17,4 km² catchment’s drainage network The catchment has a variety of land uses The upper subcatchments to the north of Sir Lowry’s Pass Road are generally agricultural, while below the Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, land use is predominantly medium to high-density residential, with pockets of industrial and commercial development.
this waterway
Let’s triumph over trash, together
The City’s annual #SpringCleanCT campaign offers Capetonians a chance to take back their areas from litterbugs and illegal dumpers Residents who mobilise fellow community members to clean up their area receive City assistance in the form of quality refuse bags and the removal of bagged waste to landfills. To date, citizens have helped collect 1 000 bags (19 tons) of litter and dumping
The City already spends over R100 million each year to remove illegal dumping and litter – funds that could have been put to much better use to improve Capetonians’ lives Unfortunately, many instances of
dumping go unreported Residents are encouraged to hold one another accountable for disposing of waste correctly, and to report those who litter and dump so that the City can take action against them
To join the war on waste by organising a clean-up in your community, simply enter ‘Clean-up event application form’ in the search box on the City’s website to complete and submit the easy application
* Note that the provision of bags and assistance with waste removal should not be misconstrued as a promise of employment Community clean-ups remain entirely voluntary
Die Wallacedene Gateway-mark op die hoek van Botfontein- en Boesakweg in Kraaifontein ondergaan tans ’n groot opknapping. Altesaam 26 skeepshouers sal onder meer in winkels omskep word as deel van die Stad se werk om handelaars van toeganklike fasiliteite te voorsien.
Onwettige vullisstorting in die gedeelte van die Soetrivier wat deur Lwandle en Nomzamo in die Strand vloei, bly ’n uitdaging, al bestee die Stad reeds ten minste R1,5 miljoen per jaar daaraan om hierdie waterweg skoon te maak Nou het die Stad ’n selfs sterker strategie en plan saamgestel met kort-, medium- en langtermynoplossings om besoedeling van dié rivier te bekamp
Die Stad se jaarlikse #SpringCleanCT-veldtog bied Kapenaars ’n geleentheid om hulle buurte uit morsjorse en onwettige vullisstorters se kloue te red Waar inwoners ’n groep gemeenskapslede mobiliseer
om hulle buurt skoon te maak, sit die Stad hand by met sterk vullissakke en die verwydering van die vol sakke vullisterrein toe Inwoners het tot dusver 1 000 sakke (19 ton) rommel en gestorte vullis opgetel.
Die Stad en sy vennote gaan voort om ’n reaksieplan vir hondsdolheid te implementeer om die impak van dié virus op die Kaapse pelsrobbe te beperk. Die risiko vir mense wat moontlik daaraan blootgestel word, word ook verminder
Die Stad het ’n treffende nuwe internasionale logo bekend gestel om Kaapstad op die wêreldverhoog te bemark.
Gaan altyd die werkopdragnommer na wanneer n Stadsamptenaar jou huis besoek, en kontroleer ook die amptenaar se munisipale ID-kaart Die kaart moet die Stad se logo, die personeellid of kontrakteur se naam en van én ’n ingebedde foto van die persoon op hê.
Creating value for Cape Town
About to become South Africa s largest city, Cape Town needs solid infrastructure to support its nearly five million people and their needs
This makes well-considered capital spending crucial to the city’s future sustainability
The City’s various directorates made use of their allocated capital budget during the financial year ended 30 June 2024, spending R9,4 billion – 94% of the available money – on literally building ‘a city of hope’
Open the QR code to see how the individual directorates spent that record capital expenditure and delivered new and refurbished infrastructure over the 2023/24 financial year
Stay clear of Cape fur seals
The City and its partners continue to implement a rabies response plan to minimise the impact of this virus on the Cape fur seal population while reducing the risk to people potentially exposed to it The work is being carried out along with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, SANParks, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation Sea Search and the Hout Bay Seal Rescue Centre Pre-exposure vaccination for rabies is still not recommended for the general public. However anyone bitten or scratched by a seal must seek immediate medical attention and receive a post-exposure prophylaxis vaccination for rabies. In addition, all domestic dogs must be up to date
with their rabies vaccinations. Some seals that are in regular contact with people have been vaccinated as a trial Nevertheless, interference with seals remains illegal Stay clear of seals and all other coastal wildlife It is illegal to approach, touch, handle, harass or feed them Seals are a normal part of our coastline and will be encountered on our beaches and in inshore areas from time to time Should you come across a seal that is acting strangely or aggressively, move away from the animal and if you are surfing swimming or diving, leave the water Immediately inform the City on 021 480 7700, the SPCA on 021 700 4140, or Table Mountain national park on 021 783 0234
The very picture of Cape Town: The City has unveiled a striking new international logo to represent Cape Town on the global stage. Officially unveiled in September, the logo is set to play a key role in promoting the Mother City as a bucket-list destination for living, working and leisure. The logo’s bold design is a blend of stylised typography and the iconic silhouette of Table Mountain This unique combination creates a memorable visual identity that reflects Cape Town’s energy and distinct character The clean lines of the mountain profile are unmistakably Cape Town, while the impactful typeface emphasises the City’s forward-thinking and innovative spirit
Bag it, bin it, win it: The Junior City Council (JCC) and the City’s anti-litter mascot Bingo took part in a beach clean-up as part of the City’s #SpringCleanCT campaign The City supports these community clean-ups with the provision of refuse bags and removal of the collected waste
Far from sweet: Illegal dumping in the section of the Soet river flowing through Lwandle and Nomzamo, Strand, remains a challenge, despite the City already spending at least R1,5 million a year on efforts to clean
Bringing more Macassar residents home
In September, the City handed over the keys to another 32 homes in its R800 million mega housing project in Macassar (pictured above) With these first clusters of units already complete, phase 1 looks set to be done by June 2025 delivering a total of 605 units. The timelines for phase 2 and 3 will be confirmed in due course The project comprises 2 469 homes altogether
City keeps it fair
Beneficiaries of City housing projects are selected in accordance with the City’s Housing Allocation Policy and housing needs register This ensures that opportunities are made available in a fair and transparent manner without queue jumping and to those who legally qualify
Sandbox on steroids: The annual lowering of beach sand at Gordon’s Bay and Bikini Beach has commenced. Lowering the sand enables greater areas of the beach to get wet during high tides, which limits the potential of wind-blown sand inundating adjacent roads and infrastructure. The work will be completed ahead of the festive season
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Die Stad het in September die sleutels vir ’n verdere 32 huise in sy megabehuisings-projek van R800 miljoen in Macassar oorhandig. Die projek om ou kwiklampe in straatligte met LED s te vervang trek nou in Khayelitsha, waar meer as 220 hoëmasligte aangepas word Die rehabilitasie van Jakes Gerwelrylaan tussen Duinefonteinwegbrug en Highlands-rylaan in Mitchells Plain duur voort en behoort teen April 2025 klaar te wees Die Stad verdubbel ook Bottelaryweg tussen Amandel- en Saxdownsweg, en die vroeë konstruksiefase vir die verlenging van Saxdownsweg van Langverwacht- tot Van Riebeeckweg het begin n Aantal
LED retrofit makes life lighter in Khayelitsha
The City’s work to change old-style, power-guzzling streetlights in Khayelitsha to more energy-efficient LEDs is making steady progress.
The City’s project to switch out old mercury-vapour streetlights for light-emitting diodes (LED) has reached Khayelitsha, where upwards of 220 high-mast lights are being retrofitted.
Work is making progress The brighter light of the new fittings will increase area visibility, reduce crime and enhance safety
It’s not easy work: Inspecting, retrofitting and maintaining the City’s over 700 high-mast streetlights requires a 40-ton crane truck and a team of experts
Yet it’s well worth it, as LEDs are much more energy-efficient than traditional lighting
The R3,5 million retrofit will more than halve energy consumption
Let’s protect our power
In September, more than 5 000 streetlightrelated repairs were carried out across town Vandalism and theft of electricity infrastructure continues to pose a significant challenge, undermining the City’s service delivery efforts Report suspicious behaviour anonymously to the Public Emergency Communication Centre at 021 480 7700
Bit more than changing a bulb: The LED retrofit of high-mast streetlights in Khayelitsha is in full swing A tad more complicated than your average bulb change, the work involves a crane truck and an expert team to get these massively tall structures down, and up again.
Contractor gets cracking on Strand seawall phase 2
Phase 2 of the Strand seawall upgrade started in November The scope of work is similar to completed phase 1, which involved the stretch of Beach Road between Da Gama Street and the Strand Pavilion. Now picking up from the Pavilion and working towards Greenways Estate, the project again includes the construction of an upgraded seawall, a universally accessible promenade, beach access points and traffic calming measures. Once completed, phase 2 of the seawall will have the same sleek look as the first phase.
Strand beach will remain accessible during the estimated twoyear construction period However beach access may be temporarily limited in the work-stage areas as
the project progresses Traffic disruption should also be minimal The traffic management plan includes a stop/go system in Beach Road, which will shift position depending on
where works are under way All affected residents and businesses will have continuous access to their properties, and pedestrians will have a temporary corridor walkway to use
Your roadworks roundup
The rehabilitation of Jakes Gerwel Drive between Duinefontein Road bridge and Highlands Drive in Mitchells Plain is ongoing and should be completed by April 2025 Work includes removing existing pavement layers across the full width of the roadway, stabilisation with cement, placing asphalt surfacing, and reshaping the existing drains Work areas will be demarcated daily, where only one lane will be open to traffic in each direction. The City is busy dualling Bottelary Road between Amandel and Saxdowns roads, while the early construction phase of the Saxdowns Road extension from Langverwacht Road to Van Riebeeck Road has also started The former is to be completed by the end of November 2024, and the latter by the third quarter of 2025 – both aimed at alleviating traffic congestion in the Kuils River area Additional improvements include sidewalks on either side of Bottelary, the construction of a bicycle lane along Saxdowns, a new traffic signal at the Van Riebeeck Road intersection, new streetlighting, and the installation of a stormwater pipe along Van Riebeeck Road to the canal at Dumas Road
and promenade
Path of least resistance: Traffic should continue to flow without any major disruption The contractor’s traffic management plan does include a stop/go system in Beach Road, depending on where work is being carried out
padgedeeltes in Eersterivier spog nou met ’n nuwe teerlaag Padwerk in Bloekomweg en Tweede Vierde en Vyfde strate in Firgrove is afgehandel, en paaie in Macassar het ook aandag ontvang Konstruksie van stormwaterinfrastruktuur in Khayelitsha sal die risiko van padoorstroming verlaag Fase 2 van die opknapping van die Strandseemuur het in November begin As dit eers klaar is, sal dié fase van die muur net so netjies soos die eerste fase lyk Die jaarlikse verlaging van strandsand by Gordonsbaai en Bikinistrand het begin om sand wat aangrensende paaie en infrastruktuur oorstroom, te verminder
Completed work on segments of several roads in Eerste River included milling of the existing road surface and filling it with a new asphalt layer In Firgrove, roadworks were carried out along Bloekom Road and Second, Fourth and Fifth streets Macassar roads that received attention were Sopraan and Gershwin streets, Link Avenue, Albatros Street, Japonica and Everlasting crescents, Mountain Rose Road, Waxberry, Honeywort, Buttercup and Foxglove crescents, Magdeline Gila Road, Gail Arendse, Leonard Doman and Basil February avenues, Colleen Williams Road and Chris Hani Avenue
Finally, the construction of stormwater infrastructure in Khayelitsha along Japhta K Masemola Road, between Baden Powell Drive and Nyanda Avenue, will alleviate the risk of road flooding
Helderberg Composite Innovators (HCI) presented their innovative mobile car wash solution, Wash on Wheels (WOW) at False Bay Primary School in Macassar last Wednesday (27 November).
This cutting-edge product is designed to address the growing need for efficient and water-conscious car washing, while at the same time it provide students with hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and business management, while also keeping them engaged and productive.
The WOW unit is a fully functional mobile car wash, compact enough to navigate parking lots with ease. It boasts a 50-litre water tank and a cordless, battery-operated pressure washer, significantly reducing water consumption compared to traditional car wash methods.
“This is our second model of the Wash on Wheels design,” said Filano Fischer, one of the founders of HCI, along with Stephen Carelse and Ricardo Johnson.
“It’s made from composite materials and includes a cordless vacuum cleaner,
cleaning chemicals, and microfibre cloths. The lightweight pressure washer is incredibly user-friendly.”
In celebration of the launch and in partnership with the local non-profit organisation Reach Out To Others (ROTO), HCI has sponsored a Wash on Wheels unit to False Bay Primary School for a six-month period.
“We want to empower young people with skills and opportunities,” explained Fischer.
“We are constantly looking for ways to empower students, parents and communities and we want to say thank you to HCI and to False Bay Primary for launching this initiative which we believe will take the school to even further heights.”
The Wash on Wheels unit, which retails at R17 500, is available for purchase. HCI hopes to expand their reach and potentially sponsor similar initiatives at schools in Macassar and Strand.
“Cleanliness is next to godliness, and this product will further enhance the schools values of pride and discipline as we strive to shape our learners to become the absolute best they can be,” commented school principal Desmond Engelbrecht.
Activities to keep kids busy
Local Council facilities have packed the summer school holidays with hundreds of activities to keep young ones busy and cool.
The holiday programmes start on Thursday (12 December) to Tuesday (14 January 2025) at local libraries, community centres, recreation facilities, sports grounds, play parks, green spaces and other public facilities, including those in the Helderberg.
“The summer school holiday is probably the most anticipated break for our children. They’ve worked hard all year and our programmes are designed to reward them with fun and safe recreation. They have a legion of activities to choose from that will keep their minds and bodies active. We have hundreds of programmes planned for the next few weeks that will help them stave off boredom,” said Mayoral Committee member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Patricia van der Ross.
The City’s libraries including Strand, Gordon’s Bay and Lwandle are offering a wide range of activities, including a beach clean-up, coding games, a health and wellness workshop for kids and loads of stories, movies and arts and crafts.
Activities presented by the recreation and parks department include loads of indoor and outdoor recreational, sport and indigenous games, a variety of sports tournaments, aquatic activities and adventure activities, such as hikes, nature conservation education and more. From 10:00 to 16:00 daily, a variety of recreation activities, board games and sport play will be offered at Sir Lowry’s Pass Community Hall at 6 Cemetery Road in Sir Lowry’s Pass; Garden Village Community Hall in Gum Street, Somerset West; Nomzamo Recreation Centre in Michael Street, Nomzamo; Lwandle Community Hall in Vulindlela Road, Lwandle; and Macassar New Hall, on the corner of Burg and Felix Street in Macassar. For more information, call Siphokazi on 072 969 6127 or Siphokazi.Matholengwe@capetown.gov.za
“There is something for everyone on the programme designed to bust any boredom,” added Van der Ross.
“I want to encourage parents and caregivers to take the opportunity to keep their children constructively occupied this holiday.”
ON THE HOLIDAY LINEUP AT LIBRARIES
. Strand Library (Mills Street): Picnic and games in garden (jumping castle and others) on Tuesday 17 December from 10:00 to 12:00; Christmas carols and presents by Santa on Friday 20 December from 10:00 to 12:00; Coding games on Monday 6 January from 10:00 to 12:00; Stories and craft on Sunday 8 January from 10:00 to 12:00; Beach clean-up at Strand Beach’s Marine Protected Area with Helderberg Ocean Awareness Movement on Tuesday 10 January from 07:00 to 12:00.
V For more information, contact Linda on 021 444 3106 or linda.bruwer@capetown.gov.za.
. Gordon’s Bay Library (6 Watt Street): Decorate the tree (booking is essential) on Friday 13 December from 11:00 to 12:00; Letters To Santa (booking is essential due to very limited space) on Wednesday 18 December from 11:00 to 12:00; Coasting through Christmas on Friday 20 December from 11:00 to 12:00; Comikidz (booking is essential due to very limited space) from 10:00 to 11:30 and chess from 10:00 to 12:00 on Saturday 21 December; Cupcake Wars Xmas Edition (booking is essential) on Friday 27 December from 10:00 to 12:00; Creating cookies (booking is essential due to very limited space) on Friday 3 January from 10:00 to 11:00; Scrapbooking (booking is essential) on Tuesday 7 January from 10:00 to 12:00; Health and Wellness workshop for kids (booking is essential) on Friday 10 January from 10:00 to 11:00; Bedtime stories on Tuesday 14 January from 17:00 to 18:00; and Comikidz (booking essential due to very limited space) on Saturday 18 January from 10:00 to 11:30.
V For more information, contact Melanie van Sitters on 021 400 6370 or gordonsbay.library@capetown.gov.za.
. Lwandle Library (Vulindlela Road): Storytelling on Thursday 5 December from 10:00 to 11:00; Face-painting on Friday (6 December) from 11:00 to 12:00; Games on Monday 9 December from 12:00 to 13:00; Puzzles on Tuesday 10 December from 11:00 to 12:00; Storytelling on Thursday 12 December from 10:00 to 11:00; and Christmas tree decoration on Friday 13 December from 11:00 to 12:00.
V For more information, contact Asanda Ndaliso on 021 400 7020 or asanda.ndaliso@capetown.gov.za.
The mobile WOW unit was cause for smiles during a presentation at False Bay Primary. Pictured are school and Department of Education staff, HCI founders and ROTO members. Photo: Yaseen Gaffar
Navy hosts picnic, carols
Barend J Williams
The Gordon’s Bay Business Association (GBBA) and the South African Naval College joined forces last Friday (29 November) for a unique end-of-year picnic that brought 2 500 people together for a day filled with food, music, and community spirit.
The event, held at the Gordon’s Bay naval base, combined the GBBA’s annual year-end function with the Navy College’s Carols by Candlelight.
“Our main aim is to bring the community together and inspire hope,” said Zwivhuya Mitchelle Matloha, a leading seaman in the logistics department at the Naval College.
The afternoon event afforded delighted visitors the opportunity to enjoy a variety of eats and treats on offer at stalls manned by GBBA members and independent vendors, including Chip ’n Dip, FunStop, the Chilli Bean Company, and others.
“The picnic format was to accommodate food that could easily be eaten outdoors while enjoying the carols, fresh air, and night sky,” said GBBA secretary Taryn Flee.
As evening started to fall, those attending witnessed the Navy’s daily sunset parade, adding a ceremonial touch to the evening. The Naval Band’s performance was the highlight of the night, marking their much-anticipated return to Gordon’s Bay.
“The carols are hosted at the College every year, and we always look forward to opening our gates to the community,” Matloha added. He also noted that the partnership between the Naval College and the GBBA aligns with their vision
and goals to strengthen ties with the community.
Flee emphasised the event’s role in supporting local business. “With the Navy allowing vendors to trade at the event, it generates business for the community,” she said.
The picnic was attended by notable guests, including Gordon’s Bay police station commander Captain Adre Delport, former Naval College officer commanding Captain Zimasa Mabela,
and recently-appointed officer commanding Captain Judy RustinPatrick.
“We would like to thank the community for supporting this event throughout the years. It gives us immense pleasure to give back and help as best as we can,” said Matloha. Sponsors such as Pitstop, 185 on Beach, Katty House, Gordon’s Bay Tourism/ Stay, Spar, and BP contributed to the event’s success.
Main Road to light up with cheer
It’s all about the lights! With the Christmas season fast approaching, it is time to think about unwinding, relaxing, and enjoying time with friends and family, while remembering what is actually being celebrated – the birth of Jesus Christ. As commercial as it has become, this is indeed a season of peace and goodwill toward people, and one of the ways Christmas is celebrated in the Helderberg, is to light up the streets with festive season cheer. This year, the annual switch-on of the Christmas lights in Main Road, Somerset West, will take place at 19:00 on Thursday 12 December, in front of the recently refurbished and painted Somerset West Town Hall. Come one, come all, and join the community for this special occasion. Bring your friends and your families to witness the special celebration, which coincides with the installation of a brand-new set of street lights in Main Road. State-of-the-art LED lights have been retrofitted, replacing the old sodium vapour lamps locals have become accustomed to for so long. The LEDs give a much brighter and clearer light, and they consume far less electricity – part of the City of Cape Town’s drive to reduce power consumption across the metro. There will be plenty of Christmas and festive season markets, but only once lights switch on, signalling the commencement of the season of goodwill.
Gordon’s Bay Business Association representatives Taryn Flee (left), Basil Cranko (chairperson) and Kathy Pieterse pictured with Captain Judy RustinPatrick (officer commanding at South African Naval College).
The South African Navy Band members enthralled audiences at the Gordon’s Bay Naval College, where the annual Carols by Candlelight event took place on Friday (29 November).
Photos: Barend J Williams
The Navy Band’s traditional sunset parade was a highlight at the event.
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Curro aquatics show prowess
Curro Somerset West has become a powerhouse in the Western Cape region, particularly through its Curro Aquatics Club. The recent Cape Town Aquatics A and B Championship at the University of the Western Cape showcased the club’s prowess, with more than 100 swimmers making a significant impact.
The club’s swimmers secured an impressive haul of 93 gold, 66 silver, and 69 bronze medals, emerging as the top club. Additionally, they achieved 300 personal best times, securing the highest points in both the men’s and women’s team categories. This remarkable achievement is even more impressive considering the competition from 24 other clubs.
In May last year Curro Durbanville Aquatics and Curro Century City Aquatics merged to form Curro Aquatics, aiming to provide training and opportunities for swimmers across Cape Town. The recent addition of the Curro Somerset West hub has further expanded the club’s reach, uncovering exceptional swimming talent in the region.
Curro Durbanville offers an afternoonschooling model, Curro PM, to accommodate unconventional training routines. This alternative schedule allows learners to focus fully on sports, training in the morning during regular school hours and attending classes in the afternoon.
“This achievement of being the top club in Cape Town did not happen overnight,” said Mickey Olivier, head coach of Curro Durbanville Aquatics and manager of Curro Aquatics.
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“It was years of hard work and dedication not only from all our staff, but from the swimmers and parents as well. We will continue to strive for excellence and maintain our work ethic to offer the best opportunities for our swimmers.
“Swimming is a dedicated sport that provides huge opportunities for those who put in the hard work to make their sacrifices worthwhile.”
Riaan Stroebel, executive head at Curro Durbanville, said: “In an effort to continue investing in our swimmers, we’ve appointed a biokineticist to provide further support and enhance our athletes’ performance. The senior squad will also be using Polar Verity Sense heart rate monitors, providing coaches with live, reliable data to help swimmers meet their individual goals.”
With professional coaches in place, the club is poised for even greater success. The recent championships in Cape Town have demonstrated that the hard work and dedication of the club and its swimmers indeed yield rich rewards.
Hot start to touchies series
The wind did not deter anyone from getting down to catch the fantastic first leg of the Hot Summer of Touch series hosted at Camps Bay Beach on Sunday (1 December).
A total of 44 teams entered on the day, and considering the conditions and limited field space, it was certainly challenging to get through all the games.
The crew worked admirably under the circumstances and 85 games of thrilling touch rugby were played over seven hot and windy hours. Reigning champions, the Liberty Webb Touchies team of Strand proved that last year’s success was no fluke. With a robust and strategic performance, they not only topped their group but also defeated last year’s runners-up, the “Most Wanted” team, in a thrilling rematch of the 2023 final.
Whilst there were some solid performances from former champs, the Score Forward Legends, and newcomers to the Pro Series, the UD Targo team, Sunday’s two finalists are going to take some beating.
The Challenger final was contested by the Vikings and 8th Avenue Touch teams and an intense drop-off lasting over 10 minutes was finally won by a deserving Vikings outfit.
This section offers the “next best” the opportunity to force their way into the 2025 Pro Series, and it is clearly an incredibly competitive section.
The Open Section was also intensely competitive with the BT Blizzards edging out the MBN Warriors for the title. The Junior section was won by the
Scorpions Juniors team who beat the Blizzards Juniors in the final and the Ladies section was won by the WP Black team over the WP Blue team.
The action moves to Macassar Beach on Sunday (8 December) and a big turnout is once again expected.
Rugbyklub verruil die bal vir musiek en skaterlag
Strand United-rugbyklub het die afgelope Vrydag (29 November) sy produksie Kinders van die Strand in die Dr. G.J. Joubert-skoolsaal aangebied. Die saal was propvol entoesiastiese ondersteuners, wat ’n aand vol musiek, dans, en lag kom geniet het. Die geleentheid het nie net die ryk talente van die gemeenskap uitgelig nie, maar ook as geldinsameling vir die klub gedien. Die program het gehore met ’n indrukwekkende reeks optredes bekoor. Sangers soos Carlethea, Lesley-Ann Harker en Shameen Petersen het hul stemme laat hoor met emosiebelaaide vertonings, terwyl dansgroepe soos Riverside, Usual Suspects Dance en Bad Boy Chucky die verhoog met hul energieke bewegings laat lewe kry het. Die rap-kunstenaar Saarah The Lyrical Activist het gehore betower met haar meesterlike woordspel en diep lirieke, terwyl die sosialemediakomediant Zee@eez mense met sy unieke humor laat skaterlag het. Ghakeem Roman, in sy ikoniese karakter “Annie”, het as seremoniemeester die aand saamgeweef met lag en flair. Met Kinders van die Strand het Strand United-rugbyklub ’n aand geskep wat talent, vermaak en gemeenskapsgees op ’n merkwaardige wyse gevier het. Agter: Jayden van Niebes, Carmen Wildschutt en Mustapha Ramjee. Voor: Zaza Abraham (DJ) en Lesley-Ann Harker Foto: Barend J. Williams
Croquet the game of the day
The South African Croquet Association National Championship was recently hosted at the Somerset West Croquet Club, with local and international competitors battling it out in both formats of the game Association (AC) and Golf Croquet (GC).
The two weeks of competitive croquet were fantastic, with members from the Somerset West Croquet Club excelling and securing top positions. A high number of entries resulted in the additional usage of the lawns at Helderberg Village Croquet Club over one of the days to cope.
The tournament ended with a nailbiting Open Singles final – Lionel Tibble (UK) running the golden hoop (tiebreak) in the last game to beat Johannesburg star Alfred Makhubo two games to one. Not only did the winners walk away with the silverware, but thanks to sponsors, also received a bottle of Triple Three Gin which is produced right here in the Helderberg.
SELECTED ASSOCIATION CROQUET RESULTS
AC Open Doubles:
Allan Ware from Somerset West and David Boyd from the UK/Somerset West claimed the first position in the block, surpassing Lionel Tibble from the UK and Jay Jay McHardy from Johannesburg, who took second place.
SELECTED GOLF CROQUET RESULTS
GC Restricted Handicap Singles: Dick Dobson from Somerset West secured the first place position in the Block category, surpassing Peter Cronin from Johannesburg, who finished in second place.
GC Restricted Handicap Doubles: Poppy Andoliakos and Peter Cronin (Johannesburg) clinched first place in the Block over Mary-Anne Maycock and Dick Dobson (Somerset West), who placed second.
. For more details about the game, contact Allan on 082 515 8184 or allanware@mweb.co.za; or visit the club at Lourensford and Morgenster Avenue or www.somersetwestcroquet.co.za.
Thousands of kilometres celebrated by Strand Athletics
The Open section was also intensely competitive with the BT Blizzards (pictured) edging out the MBN Warriors for the title at Camps Bay.
The Ladies section was won by the WP Black team.
The Challenger final winners, the Vikings.
From left: Dick Dobson and Mary-Anne Maycock of Somerset West with Poppy Andoliakos and Peter Cronin of Johannesburg during the GC restricted handicap doubles final.
Strand Athletics Club recently held their annual prize-giving and year-end function. Numerous awards were distributed to members who celebrated an exceptionally successful year in running. Pictured is the Strandloper of the Year award which went to the Strand Athletics Club committee. Back row (from left): Paul Steyn, Kobus Ludick, Celia Pienaar, Frans Kotze (chairperson), and Johan Diener (president). Front: Liezel Matthee, Johan Hunter, Stefan Diener and Michelle van der Watt.
Senior Male Athlete of the Year, Steven George, with Johan Diener.
Junior Make Athlete of the Year, Siyabongo Chabalala with Johan Diener (right).
ON THE LEFT: Female Master (50-59) of the Year, Sonja Ludick, Male Master (50-59) of the Year, Eliot Mhlaba, with committee member and founder of the club, Johan Diener.
SPORT
Woensdag, 4 Desember 2024
Macassar remain unbeaten
Local lads fall short
Strand Cricket Club (SCC) faced a challenging weekend in First Division D, enduring a setback by losing both of their league matches.
On Saturday 30 November, Strand CC welcomed Pollsmoor CC to Gustrouw where they won the toss and elected to bat first. But the innings was over quickly as they were bowled all out for 98, the top scorer being Ebrahim Pollsmoor CC chased the target down quickly as they reached 99/1 to hand Strand a nine wicket defeat.
On Sunday, Strand CC faced Sherwood-Manenberg CC who won the toss and elected to bat first. The Strand bowlers delivered disciplined bowling to restrict Sherwood for 175 all out in 49.4 overs. The pick of the bowlers were Fahiem van Niekerk (4/3) and Adeeb Bailey (2/24). At the change of innings Strand CC struggled to build meaningful partnerships and lost wickets regularly on a tricky pitch as they were bowled out for 114 in 35 overs. The top scorer
for Strand was Yasin Januarie with 33. Strand CC needs to regroup as they prepare for their upcoming away fixture against Bellville South this weekend.
Also in First Division D, Helderberg Cricket Club walked away with all the points as their opponents, Langa CC, forfeited the game. Helderberg will face Fish Hoek at the Helderzicht Sports Grounds this weekend.
In First Division A, Hottentots Holland Cricket Club (HHCC) slumped to a loss in their away fixture against Strandfontein CC.
HHCC lost the toss and were sent in to bat first. They started their innings with a cautious approach as the opponents were hitting their targets from the start. After 14 overs, HHCC managed to put 41/2 on the board. A hard-fought 46-run partnership between Umar Crombie (19) and Uthmaan Sha (21) in the middle overs offered some stability in the HHCC innings but they lost wickets at regular intervals. By the 35th over, HHCC were on 115/6. A 77-run partnership between Naeem Rhoda (40) and Yaasin Jakoet (41) gave HHCC hope, and ended their innings on a competitive 218 in the 50th over.
The opponents came out guns blazing and the HHCC bowlers struggled to
keep up, as the chances for wickets were never taken. The first wicket came in the 18th over with the opponents on 150 runs, and they reached the target of 218 in the 33rd over. HHCC lost by seven wickets. HHCC is hitting the road again this weekend for a face-off against the log leaders Victoria CC on Saturday. Meanwhile, in the Second Division Macassar continue to impress with yet another victory to extend their unbeaten run. They hosted Heideveld at Riverside Oval where the visitors won the toss and elected to field.
Macassar opening batsmen Shafiq Johannes and David Sebastian got a good start with a 39-run partnership before Sebastian lost his wicket for 15. This brought to the crease veteran Quinton Bowman, who could only add 10. Brandon Williams then joined Johannes and went on to score 19. Johannes eventually lost his wicket for a well-played 79 as Macassar were bowled out for 174.
At the change of innings Macassar turned all the screws when bowling, as the openers claimed a wicket each. Spin twins Julian Salie (3/23) and Morten Jantjies (2/15) then joined the wicket column with brilliant spells. The match was completed by David Sebastian with figures of 2/7 as Macassar bagged another bonus-point win. They will face CPUT at the Riverside Oval this weekend.
Strand batsman Johan Cyster gets low to make contact with the ball in their match against Pollsmoor over the weekend.
Ashwin Julies dispatches a ball towards the boundary for Strand CC. Photos: Peter Bee
MACASSAR, FIRGROVE, CROYDON, SITARI, STRAND, SOMERSET WEST, GORDON’S BAY, STELLENBOSCH AND EERSTE RIVER
