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Woman jailed 15 years for councillor murder plot
CHIMONE Windvogel (32) was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment after pleading guilty at the Humansdorp Magistrate’s Court recently to her involvement in the plot to kill Kouga councillor Jaques Alexander
As previously reported, Alexander was shot in broad daylight outside the Kouga Municipality Main Building in Da Gama Road, Jeffreys Bay, in February 2024
As he was parking his vehicle on the street, a vehicle passed him
Two suspects got out of the vehicle and fired shots at him
Alexander was rushed to hospital and survived the attack
According to court documents, Windvogel became involved in the case in January this year when she shared information about Alexander’s home security system with Andy Davids, one of the accused in Alexander’s attempted murder case
In her guilty plea agreement, she said, “I admit that Andy asked me about the security setup of the complainant’s (Alexander) premises He asked me about his home cameras and how they were situated, and I gave him that information ”
According to the court documents, Windvogel knew that the idea was to shoot the security guards to kill Alexander
Despite being aware of the intent to kill, she shared Alexander’s security information
National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson, Luxolo Tyali, confirmed that Windvogel was convicted on one charge of conspiracy to commit murder, and she has been sentenced to 15 years’ direct imprisonment
Kougatakeshistoricstepto strengthenland-invasionprevention
IN a landmark move, Kouga Local Municipality has, for the first time in its history, formally appointed the Red Ants as an accredited service provider to support the ongoing prevention of land invasion and the illegal occupation of municipal- and state-owned land through a competitive tender process
The Red Ants, a specialist security organisation recognised for their comprehensive protection and asset-safeguarding services, will bolster the municipality’s existing security and law-enforcement capacity
This appointment forms part of Kou-
KOUGA Local Municipality has officially launched its 2025 Festive Season Safety and Security Readiness Plan, designed to ensure that residents and holidaymakers can enjoy a safe, well-organised, and memorable summer across the region
Running through to early January, the plan strengthens traffic management, boosts law enforcement visibility, and implements targeted community safety initiatives at key hotspots throughout all major towns
Enhanced law enforcement presence
From 12 to 31 December 2025 and again from 1 to 4 January 2026, an expanded law enforcement team will be on duty, comprising 14 uniformed officers with 12 patrol vehicles, two Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) officers, three camera enforcement officers, and six temporary pointsmen stationed at strategic locations
Officers will focus on maintaining traffic flow, conducting high-visibility patrols, ensuring pedestrian safety, and providing rapid response to incidents
Operations will run in three daily shifts, with extended night coverage until 02:00 on weekdays and 06:00 on weekends
Community safety and accessibility
The municipality urges all road users and visitors to cooperate with officers, follow traffic regulations, and make use
ga’s proactive strategy to safeguard communities, protect public land, and respond swiftly and lawfully to attempts at illegal occupation
The addition of the Red Ants strengthens the municipality’s multi-disciplinary approach to safety, reinforcing its commitment to combating illegal land invasion, preserving public assets, and upholding the rule of law
This historic appointment demonstrates the seriousness with which the municipality addresses the fight against illegal land occupation, prioritising crime prevention, public safety, and the protection of residents through ongoing
of the available services
Temporary Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) staff will assist with daytime point duties at major intersections to ease congestion, while law enforcement will maintain a strong presence at Blue Flag beaches in Jeffreys Bay and St Francis Bay, as well as at event hotspots
Registered car guards will receive new jackets, and updated accreditation lists will ensure they are easily identifiable
DLTC Services
Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC)
services will operate as usual, excluding public holidays
From 15 December 2025 to 2 January 2026, renewals for driving licences and professional driving permits will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis, and no learner’s or driving tests will take place
Full services and appointment bookings will resume on 5 January 2026 Registering Authorities will maintain normal operating hours, while the Traffic Department hours are:
• Monday – Thursday: 07:30–13:00 and 13:30–16:15 (cashier closes at 15:00)
• Friday: 07:30–13:00 and 13:30–15h00 (cashier closes at 14:00)
Strategic road closures and targeted operations
To protect pedestrians during major
investment in strategies and partnerships that ensure peace of mind for all communities in Kouga
Among the services they will render are assisting the municipality with court-ordered evictions, removing illegal structures or unlawful occupants, and helping prevent illegal electricity connections, vandalism, and land invasions
The municipality emphasises that the safety and security of residents remain central to its mandate, and strengthening operational capabilities is a critical part of creating safer, well-managed communities across the region
events, temporary road closures will be implemented at key locations:
• Diaz Street (Supertubes to Drommedaris Street): Opening of the Season and New Year s Eve, with Shell Museum parking reserved for VIPs
• Pepper Street: 31 December 2025 to 2 January 2026 (18:00–22:00) restricted to residents and emergency vehicles
• Duine Road (Pellsrus): 1 January 2026 (05:00–20:00) accommodating residents businesses and emergency vehicles
Law enforcement will also conduct targeted operations along key coastal routes, including Da Gama Road, Diaz Street, Dolphin Drive, and St Francis Street, with increased drunk-driving enforcement across Jeffreys Bay, Humansdorp, St Francis Bay, Hankey, and Patensie Joint operations with SAPS, neighbourhood watches, and private security will ensure a coordinated approach, while additional duties include stray animal control, quadbike beach patrols from 05:00, and regular vagrant response operations
Supporting residents and visitors
A Pop-up Pay-My-Fine operation will be held on 10 December 2025 in Jeffreys Bay, providing residents with an opportunity to settle outstanding fines conveniently Through these measures, Kouga Local Municipality is committed to creating a festive season that is safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone
Kouga councillor Jaques Alexander PHOTO: SUPPLIED
The Red Ants have been appointed by the Kouga Local Municipality
PHOTO: SUPPLIED
FirstspecialneedsschoolforKougaopens
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THE Kouga region has welcomed its first registered special needs school, with Metanoia Elim School, an independent and private school, opening its doors in Humansdorp to learners with specialised educational needs
Darné Jonker, campus owner and director, said that Metanoia Elim School is the first private special needs school in the Kouga region that has been registered with the Department of Education
She said that while there are many schools in Kouga, there is a growing need for registered special needs schools to cater for those who require alternative schooling options
The Metanoia organisation was founded by Dr Lyn Thijsse, an Educational Psychologist from the United Kingdom, who believes that “at the core of all decisions made within Metanoia Schools are each child’s needs and heart, their place within their family and community, and the right to an education that is meaningful to them”
The journey of Metanoia Schools in the Eastern Cape began with Yolande Strydom, a mother of two special-needs children who identified the need for quality, meaningful education for learners with neurodevelopmental disorders and learning barriers, unable to access mainstream education
The first campus for the Eastern Cape was established in Gqeberha in 2019 and has since expanded alongside the communities’ needs in both the Eastern and Western Cape
The newest campus opened in Humansdorp, Kouga
The school operates through a comprehensive three-phase development strategy
Phase One focuses on the Pre-Primary and Primary School for learners aged four years and above
This phase provides specialised support within small classroom settings of fewer than eight learners, offering both Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement adapted for learners with Special Educational Needs (CAPS SEN) and Differentiated Curriculum for Special Needs Pupils South Africa (DCAPS), which provides learners with more time to reach their academic milestones
“We have small classrooms, and we will not compromise on our classroom sizes," said Jonker
“This allows us to stay true to the Metanoia model with an individualised approach that practices target-specific goals in tailored environments for learning, allowing each child a chance to reach their full potential ”
For learners aged 14 and above phase two
needed to lead completely fulfilled lives It is important for us to have a long-term plan and a future for our learners, one that empowers them to contribute positively to their community and hold a place in our society as adults,” said Jonker
She further said that each child has an individual curriculum which caters for their needs and learning style
Jonker said that Metanoia Schools also design their own books and resources, which are specifically tailored to each child's needs
Alongside the academic curriculum, the school has also implemented an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) programme which introduces tools and strategies to help support children with developmental delays, disabilities or anyone in need of alternative methods to express themselves
According to Jonker, one of the methods includes sign language, ensuring that communication is accessible because all children deserve to be heard
The school currently serves 24 learners regis-
tered for 2026 from across the region, including learners from Patensie, Jeffreys Bay, Humansdorp, and St Francis Bay
Jonker said that the idea to establish Metanoia in the Kouga area to cater for growing demand gained momentum after a parent from Jeffreys Bay contacted the organisation and helped open a branch in the region
Centre manager and campus director, Cindy Boshoff, who has personal experience as a mother with an autistic son, understands the challenges families face
She said that her passion for the school is a result of seeing “first-hand” the difference the school has made since her son started at the school
“Everything changes for a parent when their child is first diagnosed with special needs, and it can be a big shock for many parents Sadly, there is not a lot of support for special needs children in the Eastern Cape, and some kids experience a lot of rejection trying to find the right school,” said Boshoff
“It is also great to see how the Metanoia Schools have grown and developed with the learners ”
As the school continues to settle in Kouga, Jonker said that they seek corporate partnerships to support their mission through the expansion of the school’s skills facilities, inviting learners to visit local industries and creating opportunities for children to learn about the working world aligned with their school of skills courses
“Together, we can create an inclusive community that our children deserve,” said Jonker Given the reality that many parents face with children unable to cope in mainstream school environments, resulting in many parents homeschooling their children, Metanoia Elim School offers hope
“There is a school where competence is assumed, potential is recognised, and every child is given the chance to truly thrive,” said Jonker
From left are Lianke Nel, Zurika Liebenberg, Cindy Boshoff (Centre Manager and Director), Darné Jonker (Owner and Director), Sharoneale Miles and Chrisja Pretorius. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
StreetbraaisbringJeffreys Baycommunitytogether
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COMMUNITY spirit is flourishing in Jeffreys Bay through an initiative that combines neighbourhood street braais with acts of kindness, bringing residents together while fulfilling dreams and helping those less fortunate during the festive season
Local resident, Soria Swart, said that in a world that often feels rushed, disconnected, and digital, a heartwarming tradition has begun to spread through Jeffreys Bay, one that takes the community right back to the “golden days” of their childhood
The annual Street Braai offers residents an opportunity to gather around a fire at the corner of various streets throughout Jeffreys Bay, with each household bringing along tables, chairs, firewood and proudly prepared dishes
“Every family contributes something: warm home-baked bread, fresh salads, sweet puddings, cherished family recipes, and bags of wood to keep the fires glowing long into the evening,” said Swart
The event, which took place on 5 and 6 December, is quickly becoming one of the most meaningful new community trends in town
Swart said that for many residents, these gatherings awaken memories of a time when neighbours were not strangers
“The Street Braai reminds us of a time when, if a new family moved in, the entire street would arrive with a fresh pot of coffee, home-baked cookies, and a warm welcome When curtains were hung together, recipes were exchanged freely, and children played in the street until the moon rose high When we visited each others homes in our pyjamas, feeling safe, loved, and part of something greater than ourselves,” said Swart
She added that the initiative addresses a growing need for community connection
Swart said that since COVID-19, most people have lived for themselves and in isolation, with many not even knowing who their neighbours are Thankfully, through the Street Braai initiative, things are changing in her community, with people eager to learn more about each other and support one another
“There is something almost overwhelming in the simplicity and sincerity of the Street Braai
As people walk up one by one with their offerings, laughter fills the air long before the first chop hits the grill Children ride their bikes between the neighbours, dogs trot around hap-
pily, and adults settle into long, easy conversations with people they may only have waved at in passing throughout the year,” said Swart
“In those moments, something extraordinary happens There is no politics, no religion, no dividing lines, only unity, peace, and belonging ”
Adding to the uniqueness of the Street Braai event, Swart said that each year they aim to assist with a special project or request from the underprivileged or senior citizens in the community
This year, on 5 December at the corner of Spekboom Street and Tecoma Street, Tersia Strydom, an 80-year-old resident, ticked off an exciting bucket list item
Swart said that Pastor Corrie Venter arranged for a local group of Harley Davidson bikers to surprise Strydom with a drive around the community, a surprise she had been looking forward to all her life
“She obviously could not ride the motorcycle herself, but the bikers lifted her onto a motorcycle and drove around the block with her It was a big surprise for her,” said Swart
To keep the Street Braai tradition alive, she also organised her own community braai the following day on the corner of Palm Crescent and Red Currant Road
Reflecting on how community relationships have changed over time, Swart said that the Street Braai continues to spread throughout Jeffreys Bay, with many more communities interested in participating
“Things are changing in our community and being neighbourly is becoming common practice again,” said Swart
She has also encouraged others to get involved and pay it forward by doing something good for the less fortunate
DIS veral dié tyd van die jaar dat meeste mense méér inkopies gaan doen as gewoonlik Dis ook dan dat ons geduld en aanpasbaarheid beproef word in die lang toue by die kasregister
Dit gebeur tog al te gereeld dat jy in die ry beland waar die persoon voor jou ’n probleem ondervind met die aankope: die item se prys is verkeerd/ongemerk, ’n assistent word geroep om die prys te gaan vind gewoonlik sonder haas, of die rekenaars gaan van lyn af Sommige winkels se ry-reëlings is meer gesofistikeerd as ander Elektroniese borde wys duidelik na watter kasregister die volgende kliënt kan gaan, en die ry beweeg glad Maar o wee! Dan is daar ander plekke waar daar omtrent op jou geskreeu word: “Next! Next!” Probeer jy groet, is dit ’n kougomkouende vrou wat jou aankyk en sê: ‘MaRge’ (Môre) Sy skuif die items met mening eenkant toe en skrou annerkant toe vir ’n kollega, met swaaiende arms, om te kom pak! Maar om in ’n ry te staan en wag, kan vermaaklik wees Daar is nou ’n kans vir geselsies aankoop, uitvra oor die items in die mandjie voor jou- en dan kry sommer ’n nuwe resep
of kos-idee op die koop toe So vind jy uit van spesiale aanbiedings wat jy self misgeloop het Dis ook interessant om so na aan mense te staan dat jy hulle gesprekke kan hoor Met die “Black Friday” aanbiedings het ’n winkelgroep die trollies weggebêre Dit het daartoe gelei dat mense met arms vol inkopies in die ry moes staan My bejaarde vriendin Klaradyn het met vernuf die pak toiletpapier aangedribbel, en pakke suiker in die arms gedra Dit het gelei tot ’n aangename geselsie en ’n welwillendsgebaar van die jonger vrou voor haar om te help dra aan die goedere Dis vir my ook altyd ’n kans om mense se tatoeëermerke te bekyk en te lees, en sommer uit te vra oor die betekenis en simboliek daarvan Op ’n dag het ’n bejaarde man voor my in die ry gestaan met nét ’n potjie broodsmeer Met die betaalslag het hy munte uit sy sak gehaal en uitgetel Die vrou by die kasregister het hardop gesê die geld is te min Dit was my kans om ’n goeie daad te verrig en het die smeersel sommer saam met my goedere betaal Die oom se dankbaarheid was onvergeetlik In plaas daarvan om ongeduldig te raak oor jou eie situasie, kan mens eerder
The local biker group headed to the Street Braai event.
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VERONICA FOURIE
Soria Swart and her daughter Grietjie Burger at a Street Braai event.
Gianni Muller
Wanga Bakata.
Kyra Mia Walter Luca le Roux.
Brunay Felix. Alexis Glover. Na’Riah Coenraad.
Noah Oosthuizen. Lika Ferreira. Riegardt Viljoen.
AkteurspaarBethany-JoyenTKdroomgroot
ELLEN HANCKE
SY is op Humansdorp gebore Het haar eerste treetjies in Jeffreysbaai gegee Sy is ’n bedrewe poppemeester en haar stem in Sesame Street, word deesdae wêreldwyd gehoor
Ons Kollig skyn vandeesweek op die begaafde Bethany-Joy Harding-Jiyane Met so ’n glimpsie ook op haar man TK, ’n ewe bedrewe gesig in die vermaaklikheidswêreld
Bethany-Joy is die jongste spruit van pastoor John Harding en sy vrou René, van Jeffreysbaai Sy het ’n ouer broer, Joshua, en ’n ouer suster Estelle Blaauw
Haar verhoogoptredes was aanvanklik beperk tot skoolkonserte by die Laerskool Jeffreysbaai Hier het Charmaine Farr haar sangtalent ontdek en haar in die skoolkoor opgeneem
“My ander rolmodelle uit my laerskooldae was my gimnastiekafrigter tannie Nokkie en my dansjuffrou Miss Aniela ”
Die sang-en musiektalent loop in oormaat in
Puppieshopeto spendfirstChristmas withlovingfamily
JBAY Animal Rescue Sanctuary, which sterilises at least 80 animals every month in the Kouga region, is located in Ocean View Township in Jeffreys Bay
The organisation is looking for forever homes for these four puppies
Freckles is a 6-week-old female puppy She is a medium-sized mixed breed Zoro is a medium-sized mixed breed puppy He is around 7 weeks old Jorja is an 8-week-old mixed breed female dog Jock is an 11-weekold male puppy
For more info, or to visit the clinic, contact Cindy Muller at 083 320 4173, email jbayanimals@gmail com, or visit www Jbayanimalsanctuary.co.za
haar familie waar bykans almal kan sing en verskeie instrumente bespeel
Haar oupa aan moederskant was niemand anders as die bekende trompetspeler, wyle Johnny Apollis van Nerina Brass-faam, ’n orkes wat ons steeds gereeld op televisie sien
Bethany-Joy het tydens haar hoërskooljare aan die Hoërskool Nico Malan op Humansdorp, reeds ’n idee gehad dat sy graag in die vermaaklikheidswêreld sou wou wees Hier was twee onderwyseresse, Althea van den Berg en Juanita Markram vir haar spesiale onnies
Bethany-Joy se talent vir teater het haar al van jongs af in produksies op die Port Elizabeth Operahuis se verhoog laat beland Sy het veral gehou van blyspeles en dit sou uiteindelik ook haar toekoms word “Ek het as 15-jarige reeds in vakansietye en oor naweke begin werk by die destydse Potters Place Restaurant Hierna het ek elke vakansie by Rip Curl gewerk totdat ek universiteit toe is ”
Tydens haar vier-jaar Drama - en Teater-
studies aan die Tshwane Universiteit van Tegnologie, het sy soms saam met ’n mede-student Thokozani Jiyane in studenteproduksies beland Hierna tree hulle ook saam op by die National Children’s Theatre en kom sy agter dat TK reeds ’n bedrewe kinderteater akteur is Hy het ondermeer in DeeDee & Spike en ander produksies in The People’s Theatre, die Johannesburgse Teater opgetree
Kort voor lank het Bethany-Joy begin rolle kry in sang-en dansproduksies en sy het permanent vanaf die see na Gauteng getrek
Toe kom 2017 haar jaar van uitdagings Sy het vir talle oudisies gegaan en nie ’n enkele rol gekry nie Haar tasse was reeds gepak om na haar tuisdorp Jeffreysbaai terug te keer Met TK al hoe meer in die voorgrond, besluit sy na ’n vakansie op Jeffreysbaai, om permanent na Gauteng te verhuis
Op 29 September 2018 trou sy en TK by die Gamtoos Ferry in die Kouga en is dit sommer terselfdertyd ’n groot familiesaamtrek
“My herinneringe aan die fliek The Sound of Music uit my kinderjare, het my ook steeds destyds bygebly en ek het besluit om my drome met oortuiging na te jaag ”
En toe kom die deurbraak na verskeie kleinerige rolle in Kinderteater Haar credo “Just keep rolling with the Punches” en natuurlik haar ouers, familie en TK se ondersteuning het haar binnevlammetjie aan die gang gehou
Op 26-jarige ouderdom kry sy ’n kontrak by Takalani Sesame as stemkunstenaar en as poppemeester Sy klim in die rol van die pers gedroggie Basma vir Takalani Sesame, en word ses jaar gelede ook die internasionale stem van Basma vir Sesame Street International
Die sesjarige karaktertjie se geliefkoosde uitroep is “Yalla” wat “Let’s Go!” in Arabies beteken
TK het intussen ook ’n groot deurbraak gehad as Norman Petty in Buddy Holly by beide ArtsCape and Teatro Monte Casino So tussendeur het hulle ook ouers geword van Bonokuhle (4) en Bonga-Joy (2)
Maar onlangs kom daar toe vir beide ’n enorme deurbraak saam, en kry hulle rolle in Madagascar the Musical, die verhoogproduks-
Church Calendar | December 2025 | Kerk Kalender
Abide Church Jeffreys Bay
U English O Jeffrey Street Jeffreys Bay
% Sundays: 09:00 to 10:15
% 25 December: 09:00
Oxygen Life Church Jeffreys Bay
U English O 55 D az Road Jeffreys Bay
% Sunday: 09:00 (last on 14 December)
% 25 December: 09:00
Methodist Church Jeffreys Bay
U English O 2 Petunia Avenue Jeffreys Bay
% Sundays: 09:00
% 16 December: No service
% 21 December,Caro Service: 09:00
% 25 December: 09:00 % 31 January: No service
St Francis United Church
O Dolly Varden Street,C-Place
% Sundays: 09:00
% 25 December: 08:30
) Debbie: 072 7143 017 or Dr Andrew: 072 9769 032
Jeffreys Bay Bible Church
U English
O R102 Jeffreys Bay (1km from the Fountain traffic circle towards Humansorp)
% Sundays: 09:00
% 25 December: 09:00
% 31 December: 18:00
Victory Church
U English
O corner of Blombos & Seetuin Road
Jeffreys Bay
% Sundays: 09:00
% 25 December: 09:00
% 4 January: No serv ce
OaseGemeenteJeffreysbaai
U Afrikaans
O Dolly Varden 4 Cplek
% Sondae: 09:00
% 16 Desember: Geen diens
% 25 Desember: 09:00
% 28 Desember: Geen diens
% 31 Desember: 18:00
Volle Evangelie Kerk Jeffreysbaai
U Afrikaans
O Kameeldoringstraat 38 Wavecrest
% Sondae: 09:30
% 25 Desember: 08:00
% 31 Desember: 23:00
NG Gemeente: Kompleks Kampus
U Afrikaans
O h/v Torchwoodlaan en Olienhoutstraat
% Sondae: 09:00
% 16 Desember: Geen diens
ie Bethany-Joy sê dat sy beslis nou in haar gunstelingrol as Gloria die Seekoei speel En TK is die leeu, Alex
Vir beide is dit ’n enorme verligting om uit die smoorwarm kostuums te kan ontsnap na elke vertoning Soms tot twee keer op een dag! Bethany-Joy is ’n diepgelowige en soek die Here op in al hul besluite Sy geniet gesonde groen tuisgemaakte gladdejantjies (smoothies) En dan het sy ook ’n ander interessante sê-ding: “Klein Klippies” en dit beteken dat nietighede en kommer nooit jou vreugde mag steel nie
Die paartjie droom steeds groot Bethany-Joy sal baie graag Fiona in Shrek wil speel en TK die rol van Jethro in The Prince of Egypt
Die huidige speelvak van Madagascar duur tot einde Desember, maar die talentvolle paartjie sien ook uit na ’n heerlike uitspan op hul gunstelingdorp Jeffreysbaai se strande
U English O 1 Wa ton Road St Francis Bay % Sundays: 08:30
% 21 December,Caro Service: 18:00
% 22 December Carols at Granny’s Pool: 18:30 (weather permitting)
% 24 December: 23:00 % 25 December: 07:00 and 09:00
St Francis Anglican Church
U English O Corner of St Francis and Goedehoop Street,Jeffreys Bay
% Sundays Eucharist service: 08:30
% 21 December,Carols & Nine Lessons:
08:30
% 25 December Eucharist Service: 08:30
JBay Baptist Church U English O 4 Dolly Varden Street
% Sundays: 09:00
% 16 December: 09:00
% 25 December: 09:00
% 31 January: No service
St Marks Congregational Church
U English
Shalom Kouga
U Afrikaans and English
O 38 Essenhout Street,Humansdorp
% Sundays: 09:00
% 16 December: No service
% 24 December Kersproduksie: 19:00
% 28 December: No service
% 31 December: 19:00
AP Kerk Jeffreysbaai
U Afrikaans
O h/v van Koraal- en Dolly Vardenstraat,oorkant Jeffreysrus Jeffreysbaai
% Sondae: 09:00
% 16 Desember: 09:00
% 25 Desember: 09:00
% 31 Desember: 18:00
) Bellari Engelbrecht: 078 876 7796
Kouga Kultuurkomitee - Geloftefees
U Afrikaans O Lemoenfontein Plaas langs die Gamtoosriviermond teerpad
% 16 Desember: 10:30 tot 13:00
i Bring jou eie stoel
Geniet n bringen-braai ná die tyd Potbrode en slaaie word voorsien Br ng eetgerei en braaitang ) Werner Coetzer: 072 534 5914
% 25 Desember: 06:30 08:00 en 09:30
% 31 Desember: Geen diens
NG Gemeente: Da Gama Kampus
U Afrikaans
O 6 Uys straat
% Sondae: 09:00
% 16 Desember: 09:00
% 25 Desember: 06:30,08:00 en 09:30
% 31 Desember: 19:00
NGGemeente:ParadysstransKampus
U Afrikaans
O 13 Johan Muller Blvd,Paradysstrand
% Sondae: 09:00
% 16 Desember: Geen diens
% 25 Desember: 06:30 08:00 en 09:30
% 31 Desember: 19:00
NGMoedergemeenteHumansdorp
U Afrikaans
% Sondae: 09:00 (Gesamentlike Desember-dienste by Oos-gemeente h/v Du Plessise en S ebertstraat)
% 16 Desember: 09:00
% 25 Desember: 09:00 (Oesterbaai 09:00)
% 31 Desember: 18:00
Bethany-Joy Harding-Jiyane
TK Jiyane. FOTO’S: VERSKAF
JeffreysBayAnglingClubshinesatinternationaltournament
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JEFFREYS Bay Angling Club
(JBAC) achieved a historic milestone when five of their anglers represented South Africa against Namibia in the 2025 South African Shore Angling Association Gala Tournament from 1 to 4 December in Jeffreys Bay
The tournament, hosted by the South African Shore Angling Association (SASAA), saw JBAC anglers excel across multiple divisions, with two members claiming champion titles
De Wet Stroebel dominated the u/16 division, taking first position and earning his first Protea cap
In the Senior division, Duvan van Breda secured the Senior
Champion title with a first-place finish
Frans-Johan Engelbrecht represented the club in the u/21 category, finishing 13th and also earning his first Protea cap
The Masters Division saw Greg Sutherland achieve third place, while Gerhard Guse finished 13th
Corrie Groenewald served as team manager
Callie Viljoen, secretary of JBAC, said that, from his knowledge, this is the first time any angling club in South Africa has been represented in the u/16, u/21, Senior and Masters divisions in an international tournament
“The tournament was conducted in excellent spirit, with abundant fish catches over the three days,” said Viljoen
He further said that the Namibian team added several new species to their bucket lists, and strong friendships were forged between the competing nations
“Great friendships were made, and Namibia has already extended an invitation to us to fish the 2026 Gala in Henties Bay,” said Viljoen
Both Guse and van Breda, who hold multiple Protea caps, previously participated in the 2024 Gala tournament hosted by Namibia
Meanwhile, two new Protea caps have been awarded to Stroebel and Engelbrecht
“We are super proud of the boys and their achievements,” said Viljoen
To further add to the excitement, six JBAC members also officiated as weight marshals during the tournament, which included Conrad Van Vuuren, Kevin Vermeu-
SeventhLukhanyoMemorialTournamentagreatsuccess
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THE seventh annual Lukhanyo Memorial Speed Awareness Campaign Soccer and Netball Tournament, held from 28 to 30 November at Thornhill Sports Field, marked another successful chapter in Madodana Kota’s mission to honour his late son, Lukhanyo Tshunungwa, while spreading crucial road safety awareness throughout the Kouga community
As previously reported, the tournament, which began in 2018 as a way for Madodana and his w remember their son who accident on 3 January was just 16 years old, ha expand its reach and im
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Following the first Lukhanyo Memorial Tournament held with just eight teams in 2018, the non-profit organisation, Lukhanyo Memorial Trust, was established in 2019
Madodana thanked all those who took the time to ensure that this year’s tournament was a great success
“On behalf of Lukhanyo Memorial Trust, I would like to extend my sincere thank you to all the sponsors, donors and event partners who took time to ensure the event’s success They all have good hearts ”
while soccer featured 15 local teams and one team from Nelson Mandela Bay A surprise addition this year was rugby, with Orlando Eagles RFC facing Young Collegians RFC from Gqeberha as a curtain raiser to the soccer finals
“We saw an increase in the number of local soccer teams taking part in the tournament and spectator numbers also increased We also had more local people selling food at the event as they try to put bread on the table for their families,” said Madodana
ners-up, receiving R7,000, soccer kit and 20 silver medals
The weekend-long event maintained its focus on road safety education, with the timing strategically aligned with the beginning of the festive season when road accidents typically increase
Looking ahead, Madodana expressed optimism about building stronger community relationships
“We hope that we can build a good relationship with the com-
munity of Kouga and surrounding municipalities as an NPO to support our annual event as it will be our eighth edition in November 2026,” said Madodana
The tournament serves multiple purposes beyond sports entertainment, providing educational impact through awareness campaigns and supporting local schools with sports equipment and back-to-school programmes funded by tournament proceeds
len, Rossouw de Lange, Johan Kruger, Wallie Stroebel and Viljoen
In front, from left, are De Wet Stroebel (u/16), Gerhard Guse (Master), Corrie Groenewald (Master’s Manager), Duvan van Breda (Senior) and Frans-Johan Engelbrecht (u/21). At the back is Greg Sutherland. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
