Kouga LocalMunicipalityshowcased its commitment to digitaltransformation andsmarter governance at theEastern CapeMunicipal ICTSummit, held in JeffreysBay from 7to8 May2026.
Thesummitbrought together municipal leaders, ICTprofessionalsand government stakeholders to explore technology solutionsthatimprove governance, efficiency andservice delivery.
Keydiscussionsfocused on cyber security,integratedmunicipal systems, digitalgovernanceand innovation in
localgovernment.
Kougaalsopresented itsweb-based Collaboratorsystemand demonstrated theuse of artificial intelligence to improve administrative efficiency and recordsmanagement, resultingin themunicipalitybeing identified as a benchmarkfor electronic document management systems.
Thesummitconcluded with a commitmenttostrengthenICT governanceand accelerate digital innovation acrossEastern Cape municipalities.
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Kouga LocalMunicipalityhas strengthened itssupport foreducation throughthe handover of 10 laptopsto localhighschoolsacrossthe municipal area,inpartnershipwithCellC
Beneficiaryschoolsinclude Humansdorp SecondarySchool,Lungiso High School, HankeyHighSchool,PatensieAgricultural School,and JeffreysBay Comprehensive High School
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Endofseasonallifeguard duties En easonall
Please note that seasonal lifeguard duties officially endedon30April 2026.
Asincere thankyou to alllifeguardsfor theirdedicationand excellent service throughoutthe season –achieving zero
drowningswhile on duty
Official lifesavingdutieswill resume from 1November2026 at JeffreysBay Main Beachand from 1December2026 at other designated swimming beaches.
No waterrestrictions, droughttariffs
Nowater restrictions,drought tariffs
RecentrainfallacrossKouga has significantly improved damlevels, with keydamsnow at or near full capacity, strengthening watersecurityacross the region
KougaLocal Municipalityconfirms that no waterrestrictionsare currently in place, anddroughttariffs have not
been implementedsince November 2023 following Council’sapproved tariff reduction.
Themunicipalityremains committedto responsiblewater management,stable supply, andaffordable waterservices for residents
Kougainvites comment on problembuildingby-lawcommentonproblem buildingby-law
KougaLocal Municipality is inviting residentsand stakeholders to comment on the draftProblem BuildingBy-Lawaimed at improvingpublic safety andaddressing unsafe,neglected,orabandoned buildings
Theby-lawappliesacrossthe entire Kougaregionand provides aframework forinspection, enforcement, andthe protection of vulnerable occupants while ensuring fair andlawfulprocedures
Thespeed limit on Koraal Street,Jeffreys Bay, hasbeenincreased from 40 km/h to 60 km/h following areviewbythe Traffic CalmingMeasuresCommittee.
Thedecisionwas informed by a reassessmentofthe road’sclassification as aClass 4arterialroute,trafficpatterns,
Thelaptops will support school administration systemsand promotea more efficient, digitally enabledlearning environment. Trainingsupport will also be provided through Global Leadership Academytoensureeffectiveuse
Themunicipalitysaysthe initiative reflects itsongoing commitmenttoeducation digitalinclusion,and collaborative service delivery.
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KougaLocal Municipalityrecently continuedits titledeed programme in OceanViewand Pellsrus, reaffirmingits commitmenttoproviding residentswith formal ownershipoftheir homes.
Theprogramme,which commenced earlierthisyear, aims to restoredignity, security,and long-termopportunityfor beneficiariesthrough official property ownership.
Amongthe recipients wasa 92-year-old resident,highlightingthe personal and community impact of the initiative
The municipalityremains committed to expandinghomeownership and strengtheningcommunity pride throughongoing servicedelivery and empowermentinitiatives
It also seekstocombatunlawful occupation andbuildinghijackings, and to support saferand more sustainable communities
Residents,businesses, organisations,and interested partiesare encouraged to submit writtencomments to Nico Lappert BuildingControl,Kouga LocalMunicipality, 16 WoltemadeStreet, JeffreysBay,orvia emailat nlappert@kouga.gov.za.
andinput from residents androadusers
While improvingtraffic flow,the municipalityconfirmed thatsafetyremains apriority,withadditionalmeasures such as enhanced enforcementand possiblespeed monitoring camerastobe considered at keypoints alongthe route.
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Kouga LocalMunicipalityhas installed newstreetlightsatthe entrance to Kwanomzamo in Humansdorp from the St FrancisBay side.Thisforms part of the municipality’songoing effortsto
improvepubliclighting infrastructure in Humansdorp,enhancingvisibility, safety andaccessibilityfor residents androad users.
AGROUP of dedicated volunteers in theGamtoos Valley has spent years patrolling local beaches and estuaries in an effort to protect marine life, assist authoritiesand helpkeep thecoastline cleanand safe forthe community
Volunteerpatroller Colin McDonald saidhe movedtothe Gamtoos Valley 17 yearsago and soonnoticed that the beaches were filled with whitemussels
He said that after reading areport conducted by Nelson Mandela University, he discovered that thewhite mussel population wasrapidly declining and that once only 17% remained, thespecies would no longer be able to reproduce andcould become extinct in the area “Upondiscovering this tance of protectingthe coa
He said he then began to monitorsuspicious activity severalpeoplejoinedand
The current volunteer of Colin, Ronald Varnfield, Ashley Stoltz,while Amand
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THE public review peri Eskomnuclear power plant Francis Bay has been extended questsfrom members of
According to anotice proposed Eskom nuclear 5,200MW in the Kouga Local publicreviewperiod has 25 Mayto29May 2026 to for comments.
The notice also stated fromall public meetings cess are now available online Scoping Report (DSR) rema electronically and at se acrossthe EasternCape.
Electronic versions of the report are available on the WSP website.
The extension follows aseries of public meetings held across the Eastern Cape regarding the proposed nuclear development at Thyspunt in St Francis Bay and Bantamsklip in the Overstrand Local Municipality.
As previously reported, the proposed Thyspunt nuclear plant has generated strong public reaction, with concerns raised by residents regarding safety, traffic congestion and the possible impact on marine life.
According to Eskom’s 700-pageNuclear Draft Scoping Report Public Review document, the proposed Thyspunt Nuclear Power Plant would have aplanned generating capacity of up to 5,200MW.
The project has been designed to accommodate large Pressurised Water
as the group’s first aider. Each patroller uses aquad bikeregistered specifically for beach patrol duties
Thegroup receives no outside funding and pays for all equipment, repairs and petrol from their ownpockets. “Since we do notreceive any outside funding, we payfor all necessary equipment, repairs and petrolourselves. However, wedonot mindbecause we believe that we aredoing this as volunteers. We are interested in our area,”said Colin.
He said that they work closely with the South African Police Service during drowning incidentsand report suspicious activities along thecoast.
Theyalso assist the National Sea Rescue Instituteand work alongsidethe Kouga Local Municipality, the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries, and Bayworld,
itors not to disturb wild birds and encouraging beachgoerstopickuptheir rubbish before leaving.
Bins have also been placed in designated areas to encourageproper wastedisposal, while pamphlets aredistributed to educate people about responsible fishing practices.
“It is important for the community to work as ateam. We want morepeopleinvolved,”said Colin. “We do not want the neighbourhood to deteriorate.”
He added that the team carries afirst aidkit during every patrol to assist with minor injuries when needed.
Jaco described the patrol team as an important support structure for authorities. “We are the eyes and ears on the beach,” said Jaco.
Firstaider Amanda saidthe group is seeking volunteers willing to provide free level one first aidtraining.
“Since the group consistsofseniors, we only need level one firstaid training and do not require intensive training,” said Amanda.
Shesaidshe provides general firstaid assistance duringincidents.
“With our firstaid kit, Ioffer general first aid duringincidents to assist beforethe authorities arriveonthe scene,”said Amanda.
Shefurther saidthat it is important for them to keep their neighbourhood safe.
“We cherishthisareathat is apiece of nature,” saidAmanda.
For moreinformation or to join the patrol team, contact Colin McDonald on
073 165 7664.
FamilyfightstosavePercyHickman’swildlifesanctuary
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THE future of African Dawn Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary near Thornhill now rests in the handsofPercy Hickman’s three children, who are determined to keep their late father’s lifelong dream alive following his suddenpassing on 30 April
Percy, founder of the Sanctuary and widely known in the community as the“animal whisperer”, died suddenly from aheart attack, leaving behind hundreds of rescued birdsand wild animalsthat relied on his daily care.
According to his children, Bernadette Loock, Wesley Hickman and Lisa Marx, African Dawn beganastheir father’s hobby duetohis lifelong love of birds and wildlife.
Bernadette explained that long beforeestablishing the Sanctuary, Percy began taking in orphaned andinjured animals from thesurrounding Thornhill communityaswordquickly spread that he would help anycreature in need.
“He never knew the word ‘no’. Therewas always aloving hand to take in any sickor injuredcreature, furred or feathered,” said Bernadette.
As the number of animals grew, Percyopened theSanctuary to the public around 1995 to help cover feed andmedicalexpenses.
Today, the Sanctuary is home to morethan 250bird species, along with numerous mammals andreptiles, including servals, caracals, bushbuck, meerkats, marmosetmonkeys, crocodiles and one of the Sanctuary’s most popular residents, ahand-raised porcupine.
Wesley said many of the animals housedat the Sanctuary areorphaned,injuredorsurrenderedwildlifeunable to surviveinthe wild.
“Animalsthatcannotbereleased, such as some crows withdamaged wings andbirdlife unable to fly or be rehabilitated, arealso housed and caredfor,” said Wesley
He added that many parrots housedatthe Sanctuary were once pets thatowners no longer wanted.
“It is quite scary how many African Greys andCockatoos are no longer wantedbytheir
owners,” said Wesley.
Lisasaid the Sanctuary’s rehabilitation unit focuses on restoring animals to optimal health so they can be released back into suitable environmentswhenever possible.
“Theaim is to rehabilitate animals to optimal functioning and release them where possible,” said Lisa.
“For animals that can’tbereleased, we provide asafe haven forthem to live with others of their kind.”
Lisa said Percypersonally hand-raised many of the Sanctuary’s animals, including grysbok, common duiker, waterfowl and wild geese.
“TheSanctuary is noted for how tamemany birds and animals are,” said Lisa
The Sanctuary stretches across approximately 10 hectares, with aseparate 150-hectare game park allowing visitors to view zebra, giraffe,wildebeest and various buckspecies.
Bernadette said Percy’s strong values and dedication extended farbeyond the Sanctuary.
“Asafather,hewas dedicated to providing awarmand loving environment for us three children,”saidBernadette.
“His highstandard of integrity,values and principles remained perfectlyaligned.”
According to Bernadette, Percy was deeply respected within the Thornhillcommunity and by international volunteers who had spent time at the Sanctuary.
“He was ahelping hand to whoever needed help,”saidBernadette.
Following Percy’s death, the family launched apublic appeal forassistance to help cover the Sanctuary’s operational costs, which can reach as high as R60,000 per month.
Bernadette said that the Sanctuaryreceives no government funding and relies heavily on donations, volunteers and visitor income.
Current expenses include feed, veterinary care, enclosuremaintenance and staff wages.
Lisa said the family is doing everything possible to ensure the Sanctuary remains opera-
Communityprogrammeinspiresresidentstoupliftothers
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COMMUNITY members from Ocean View in JeffreysBay have already begun implementing projects to uplift vulnerable residents, followingtheir participation in theAdopt-aVillage South Africacommunity transformation programme, recently hosted at Pellsrus Caravan Park.
According to Jeffreys Bay host, Pastor Sakhekile Mbili, 23 participants initially registeredfor the first training module,with 18 returning for the secondmodule.
Theprogramme, which consistsof four quarterlytraining modules, focuses on discipleship, community development, and orphan and vulnerable childrencare.
Mbili previously said that the discipleship component teaches participants to form communities of faith through the Discovery Bible Study method, while the community developmentpillar equipsparticipants with skills to research and implement projects aimed at addressing poverty and hopelessness.
He said the orphan and vulnerable children component also teaches participantshow to identify vulnerable children in their communities and provide practical support and care.
Mbili said only two modulesremain,after whichparticipants are expected to graduate
Although participants have not yet completed all four modules, Mbili said several have alreadystarted implementing projects in theircommunities.
“Some have already startedselling food takeaways,while others have started support programmes like skills development,daycare and aftercare,” said Mbili.
He added that one of the most significant changeshehas witnessed amongparticipants is theirgrowing excitement andenthusiasm aboutcommunity work.
Mbili also said that additional support and mentoring would be provided after participants complete the fourth module
Encouraging others to participateinfuture programmes, he described thetraining as avaluable opportunity for personal growth and community development.
“It will be agood thing for people to regis-
ter for the programme because they will gain moreexperience,” said Mbili.
He said that he hopes to host the programme again in 2027.
Mbili added that guest speakers fromthe DepartmentofSocial Development attended the secondmodule and encouraged women andyouth organisations to register as non-profit organisations and non-profit companies
Amongthe participants inspired by the programme is OceanView resident, Ncebakazi Temela, who said she joined because she wantedtohelp bring changetoher community. She said the training has strengthened her understanding of evangelism and increased
her confidence in community work.
“This training will help me gainadeeper understanding andgive me greater confidencetodothe work of God with effective strategies,”saidTemela.
“I want to open asoup kitchen with aplayground so that youth can have something to do to avoid drugs.”
Temela added that she has already begun applying lessons fromthe programme by assisting neighbours with food, baby clothes and nappies.
“Adopt-a-Villageisthere to refresh our conscience and rebuild humanity,” said Temela.
Another Ocean View participant, Khanyisa Nyibala,saidshe became interested in the programmeafter hearing about its focus on helping communities.
She said she has already started using the Discovery Bible Study method in her neighbourhood throughdoor-to-door visits and prayer gatherings.
Nyibala said she hopes to startasewing projectand asoup kitchen after completing the training
She also plans to support vulnerable children by gathering them weekly to sharethe WordofGod andoffer encouragement.
“I want to show them hope and that God loves them so much,”saidNyibala.
Participant, Mbulelo Hempe,saidhejoined the programme after Mbili encouraged him to take part.
“I was looking forsomethingnew, and Pastor Mbili asked me to join Adopt-a-Village,” said Hempe.
He said the training has given himnew ideasonhow to study the Bible with young people in his community.
Hempe hopes to establishanafter-school programme, support groups for HIV-positive residents andweekly prayer gatherings
“The most valuable lessonIhave learned so farisloveand more love,” saidHempe. Mbili, who previously established the Abancedi Community Development Centre in Ebumnyameni informal settlement in Ocean View, said the programme continues to encourageresidents to become agents of changeintheir communities.
tional.
“Closing cannotbeanoption as we have a duty to carefor our birdsand animals,” said Lisa.
“Thiswas alifelong dream that my dad made areality, and, by the Grace of God, we will do everything in our power to keep hisdream alive.”
The Sanctuarycurrently employs fixed ground staff, kitchen staff, interns andcasual workers from the neighbouringcommunity, while volunteerscontinue to assist with daily operations.
Wesley, who lives on the Sanctuarygrounds, has taken on aleadershiprole duringthe transition period.
“At present, all three siblings arehands on deck to ensureour father’s dream stays alive,” saidWesley.
Goingforward, he saidthat they plan to concentrate on rehabilitating indigenous South African wildlife.
Wesley added that supportfromthe public following Percy’s passing has been overwhelming.
“Todate, the love and supportfromour community, friends and relatives areenormous,” saidWesley.
Lisa added that futureplans for the Sanctuary include expanding educational programmes, scholar camps and nature-based accommodation opportunities.
“Our maingoal is to preserve what our father created and allow asafe haven for our birds and animals,”said Lisa
Thefamily has urged the publictocontinue supporting the Sanctuarythrough donations, volunteeringand visits
African Dawn Bird and Wildlife Sanctuaryis situated approximately 50km from Gqeberha and 30km from Jeffreys Bay, off the R102 near Thornhill.
TheSanctuaryisopen daily from 09:00 to 17:00.
For moreinformation, contact the African Dawn Bird and Wildlife Sanctuaryat083 270 3397. To donate to the cause, visitthe Sanctuary’s BackaBuddy campaign using the title “Help Keep PercyHickman’s Dream Alive”
From left are, WesleyHickman, Lisa Marx,Percy Hickmanand Bernadette Loock
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81ensteedsbesigomlewensoptekikker
OP 81-jarige ouderdom bly Grieta du Randt van Jeffreysbaai ’n bekende en aktiewe krag inhaar gemeenskap, waar sy steeds haar tyd en energieinSolidariteit HelpendeHandse projekte belê.
Grieta se betrokkenheid by gemeenskapswerk strek oor dekades. Sy wasvoorheen ’n onderwyserbydie Hoërskool Linkside in Gqeberha, waar haar passie vir diens en omgee reedsposgevathet. In 2012 het sy by Solidariteit HelpendeHand aangesluitasvrywilliger by die Jeffreysbaai-tak.
Vandag hou sy haar besig met verskeie projekte, soosdie brei en hekel vankomberse, serpe, musse en “handtoffels” wat aan kinders en ouerpersone uitgedeel word. Sy is ook betrokke by haar kerk se kospakkie-projek en bied gereeld geestelike ondersteuning by ouetehuise
Wat haar dryf om aan te hou, lê in haar empatie vir ander. “Dit raak my wanneer ek sien ouers kan nie vir hul kinders voorsien soos
hulle wil nie. Dit motiveer my om aan te hou help,” sê sy.
Een projek watvir haar uitstaan, is die ondersteuning van ’n gesin wat deur moeilike omstandighede gegaan het. Dithet geestelike ondersteuning,hulp met ’n kind se matriekstudies en verwysing vir rehabilitasie ingesluit.
“Dit is vir my besonders om te sienhoe daardie gesin se omstandighede verander het. Die kind het matriek voltooi en werk gekry. Dit wys wat moontlik is as iemand ’n kans kry,”sêsy.
Grieta glo datvolharding ’n sleutelrol speel in gemeenskapswerk. “Jymoet nieopgee nie. Nie met mense nie, niemet donateursnie,nie met gemeenskappenie. Hou aan, want eers dansien jy die eindresultaat,”sêsy.
Sy is positief oor die rolwat Helpende Hand in gemeenskappe speel en verwys na praktiese ondersteuning wat ’n verskilmaak. “Kinders kan skool klaarmaak wat andersinsnie sou nie, en ouers raak meer betrokke by hul
kinders se opvoeding,”sêsy. Haar boodskap aan ander is duidelik: “Moeniewag viriemand andersomiets te doen nie. Steek self jouhand op en beleef dieverskil wanneer ’n kind se lewe verander,”sêsy. Volgens Marlene Basson, Helpende Hand se streekorganiseerder in dieOos-Kaap, is Grieta ’n voorbeeldvan volgehoue diensbaarheid. “Tannie Grieta is dietoonbeeld van diensbaarheid. Sy is ’n mooi voorbeeld van skouer aan diewielsit en hardwerkten spyte van haar ouderdom. Sy is altyd bereidomdie ekstratreetegee en hand by te sitomHelpende Hand se projekte ’n sukses te maak. Eersnou, op 81, het sy ’n klein bietjie briekaangedraai, en sy laat beslis ’n leemte as sy niemeer elke projek kan bywoon nie. TannieGrieta het stof in dieoëvan diejonges geskop wanneer dit by werk kom. Diemooistewat ek altyd van haar sal onthou, is dat sy altyd ja gesê het wanneer ons iets gevrahet,”sêBasson.
Besoek www.ooskaaphand.co.za om as ’n vrywilliger in dieomgewing aan te sluit
EVERY morning in Jeffreys Bay, Wellington Malangeni walks the short distance to theTokyo Sexwale Sports Stadium,wherehis work quietly shapes avital communityspace.
With a26-year journey in theKouga Local Municipality –from litter picker toaward-winning caretaker –his story reflectsdedication, resilience,and an enduring lovefor sport.
Despite personal loss and daily challenges such as vandalism and theft, he remains committedtomaintaining the stadium as asafe, welcominghub for the community.
An avid sportsman, Malangeni’s journey with Kouga Local Municipality began 26 years agowhen he took up work as alitter picker. What started as ameans to support hisfamily soon grewinto alifelong commitment. Over theyears,hesteadily worked his way up, gainingexperienceacross multiple sectionswithin the Communityand Safety ServicesDepartment before findinghis calling as the caretaker at the Tokyo Sexwale Sport Stadium.
Born in Gqeberha,Malangeni’s lifejourney tookhim throughthe Gamtoos Valley,Bedford,and eventually to Jeffreys Bay.Heonce dreamedofbecoming alawyer,but family circumstances –including hisfather’s unemployment andhis mother’sill health –led him
to take up casualworkw municipalityin1998. By he had secured permanent employment.
casual work with municipality in 1998. he had secured
Today, he is aproud fatherofthree children, aged between 13 and 26.Awidower who lost his wife duringthe COVID-19pandemic, he draws strength fromhis childrenand remains focused on building a better future forthem.
“The sky is the limit for them. Ipray to God to spare me to see them achievet dreams.”
I pray God achieve
His dedication has not
His dedication has not goneunnoticed. In 2024, he wasnamed Caretaker of the Year forthe Community andSafety Services Directorate –atestament to his hard work and commitment.
Malangeni’s career has seen him serveat severalmunicipalfacilities. He began at Kabeljous Caravan Park, where he worked until its sale in 2007. He then moved to Pellsrus Car-
Park, choosing the its to his home. when opportunities caretakers at fields, halls, and cemeteries, he followed used where needed. I worked man across all assisted at the Jeffreys Bay Caravan Park.” Today, varied as it is essential. A typical
k, choosingthe location proximity to hishome. 2010, when opportunities opened for caretakersat sports fields,halls, and cemeteries, he followed his passion and chose to work at sports facilities
and events.
Despite hisdedication, challenges persist. Vandalismand cable theft– particularly of floodlight infrastructure—remainongoing issues not just at the stadium, but acrossthe Kougaregion. Still, Malangeni remains deeply committedtohis work, driven by the positive role sportplays in the community.
“I am asportsman, and Ilove football. Even when Tokyo Sports Field was quiet, we were used where needed. Iworked as acting foreman acrossall sections and even assistedatthe Jeffreys Caravan Park.” his role is as variedasit is essential. Atypical day begins with signing in at the superintendent’s office before heading to the stadium. From there,he ensures everything is in order –overseeing cleaning,litter picking, and maintenance of the clubhouse, changing rooms,netball courts, and sports fields. He also manages bookings for the community hall, ensuring it remains a vibrant space forgatherings, church services,
“Sporttakes children away from drugs.It gives them something better to focuson.”
He believes the facility is morethan just a sports ground –itisahub for community life, and asymbol of opportunity. But its sustainability dependsonthe people it serves.
“Please,residents, look after this facility. It belongs to the community. We hand it over in good condition –clean and ready and we expect it to be treated the same way.”
Looking ahead, Malangeni sees growing demand for sports infrastructureinthe area and hopes for the development of an additional sports field to meet the needs of the community.
Through dedication and adeep love of both sportand service, Malangeni continues to make alasting difference –proving that true community buildersare often those working quietly behind the scenes. SPONSORED:
Grieta du Randt (81) van Jeffreysbaai by haar “handtoffels”. FOTO:VERSKAF
WellingtonMalangeni.
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“SOOS vrouens hul kraampyne vergeet, so vergeet ’n skrywer ook die baringsnood van ’n nuwe boek!”
Aan die woord is die skrywer Theo Kemp, oud Nico Malanner en Direkteur van die Jakes Gerwel Stigting. Theo gaan eersdaagsin’nregte Chateau in Switserland skryf, nadathysaam met vyf anderwêrldwyegekose skrywers gekies is om die voorreg te gaangeniet. Hy is’nboorling vanHumansdorp. Sy ouers was Johan en Christa wat op die plaas Plaatjiesdrif geboer het.
In sy eerste boek, Skool, wat in 2011 die lig gesien het, het Theo sonder omhaal van woorde, sy teësinnigheid vir skool as ’n benoudende en bedompige entiteit gereflekteer. ’n Ligpunt in sy lewe was Hanina Laubscher, sy Afrikaans-onnie, by wie sy woorde vlerke gekryhet. Later kry hy Riana Scheepers se Die Ding in die Vuur onder oë en sy horisonne verbreed oombliklik.Met dieleesvan Elsa Joubert se DieSwerfjarevan Poppie Nongena wéét Theowat hy nog altyd vermoed het. Daar is ’n ander wêreld buite sy eiebelewenisse en omgewing.
Na sy skoling by die Laerskool Stulting en die Hoërskool Nico Malan, het Theo opStellenbosch gaan studeer. Met ’n meestersgraad in Afrikaanse Letterkunde agter sy naam, belandhytoe sowaar in die onderwys. Vir drie maande lank hou hy op Napier skool en toe vir ’n jaar lank op Ysterplaat. “Onderwys is nroeping, maar ek is nie geroep nie,” skerts Theo. Hy ontmoet sy vrouMagdel by die Stellenbosse Woordfees. Theo beskouhul huwelik as ’n groot seëning, want sy “wollerige” kop word
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op die aarde gehou deur sy helderdinkende vrou.
Theo gaan meld toe aan vir verdere studies en voltooi ’ntweedeMeestersgraad,die keer in KreatieweSkryfkuns onder die leiding van die vermaarde Marlene vanNiekerk.
Met Skool was Theo benoem vir die Jan Rabie/Rapportprys. Sy 2019 boek Strafjaart wen toe hierdie gesogte prys. In 2025 volg Klein Konings en Theo verduidelik dathyeers ’n vorige werk moet ontgroei alvorens hy ’n nuwe publikasie aanpak.
Volgens Theo het hy nie ’n vaste skryfroetine nie. Soggens wanneer Hannah (14) by Bloemhof is en Joubert (12) by die Laerskool Stellenbosch, danskryf hy gereeld. Hannah
Op 18 en 19 Mei het 104 spelersvanuitdie Oos-Kaap kragte gemeet virjaarlikse Vyfhoek SAGES gholftoernooi.
Op dag een het dieKouga Sages-spelers die eerste en derdeplekke behaal. Almero WeyersenCarina Theron was diewenners, en Derek Dowd en Celéste Scheepers was
Cecile van Rie(Sages Kouga Klubkaptein)enCeleste Scheepers(Sages Kouga Voorsitter) met DerekDowd.
het ’n ontwikkelde leesneus soos haar pa terwyl Joubert, soos sy ma, baie lief is vir sport. Volgens Theo is dit nie net jongmense wat te minlees nie, maar almal wat boeke vervang met skermtyd.“’n Huissonder boeke is soos borrelwater sonder borrels!” Skryfhymaklik?
“As ek eersopdreef is, kan’nbom langs my ontplof!Ekskryf vanuit my diepste wese waar iets my krap of aantrek, maar dan verander die proses in ’n waansinnige beheptheid!”
Sy gunstelingskrywers is ondermeer J.M. Coetzee vir sy gestroopte tekste, Ingrid Winterbach vir haar stille humor en Ivan Vladislavic watoor niks kan skryf en die leser laat voel of hy oor alles lees. Natuurlik bly Agaat vanMarlene van Niekerk een van sy gunstelinge.
Die Vietnamese-Amerikaanse skrywer Ocean Vuong se debuut On Earth we’re briefly Gorgeous, het hom vasgevang en so ook The Emporium of Gladness
Theo sê dat sy hartland altyd die Oos-Kaap sal bly en hoe ouer hy word, vererger sy smagting na die Kouga-kontrei.Sysibbe woon ook in die Wes-Kaap.Broer Gerdus is ’n mediese dokter en hul sus Junita werk op Simondium in die vrugtebedryf.
Hy kom egter dikwels op Jeffreysbaai om tweërlei redes: moeder Christawat in Eedenglen aftreeoord is en omdat hy residensies vir gevestigde en opkomendeskrywers by Paulet Huis op Somerset-Oos (KwaNojoli) reël.
Vir nou is die opwinding en vooruitsigte groot vir sy maandlange skryfgeleentheid in Switserland.“Die Chateau de Lavigny is ’n paleis in die kleine en gesetel in lowergroen tuine.”
Alhoewel sy credos veranderlik van aard is, kan’nmens verstaan datdit tans “Drome kan tog waar word”is.
derde.
Op dagtwee was Almero WeyersenCarina Theron vanKouga as naaswenners aangewys, terwylDerek Dowd as dieKampioenvan Kampioene gekroonis.
Carina Theron het diehoogste Individuele Stablefordpunte in dietoernooibehaal.
Almero Weyers,Celeste Scheepers (Sages Kouga Voorsitter), en Carina Theron. FOTO’S:VERSKAF
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KougaBusiness Forumhoststop energyanalyst
THEKouga Business Forum will host renownedenergyanalystChris Yellandatthe HumansdorpHotel on 4 June 2026.
Yelland, Managing Director of EE Business Intelligence,iswidelyrespectedfor his decadesofworkinenergyjournalism, policy analysis and advocacy for sustainable solutions.
Histalk, “Future Pathways for South Africa’sEnergy–Balancing Nuclear, Solar andBeyond”,will explorethe challenges andopportunities facing thecountry’s energysector. With local interest in projects such as Thyspunt,the discussionisexpected to be particularly relevantfor Kouga residents, businesses andstakeholders acrossthe region.
KougaBusiness Forum chairman Lieb Swiegers said,“This event is an opportunityfor Kougabusinesses, stakeholders andresidentstoengage directly with oneofSouth Africa’s mosttrusted voicesonenergy.”
The event will take place at 18:00 at theHumansdorpHotelinAlexander Street.
Attendance costs R150 perperson, while paid-upmembers of theKouga Business Forum will receivefreeentry.
Guestsare requested to confirm attendance viaEFT payment before2 June.
Proof of payment can be sent to office@kougabusinessforum.com.
For moreinformation or to RSVP, contact Louwreen on 082 940 2989 via WhatsApp or telephone.
Jeffreysbaai Tuinbouklub: Dieklubnooi plantliefhebbers uit na hul volgende vergadering op Dinsdag, 2Junie om 14:00 vir 14:30bydie NG Kerksaal in Da Gamaweg.WillyPorterisdie sprekerendieonderwerkis'bonsai'.GasteiswelkomteenR20 perpersoon.Ledegeld is R100 per jaar.Koffie, teeenverversings word bedien.Kontak Terésa by 082 332 2650
Nifty FiftiesPlus Club: The club forseniorsinJeffreys Bay willhaveameeting on Friday,5June,at09:30 at the MethodistChurch, oppositethe Caravan Park in Da Gama Road.The entranceisat2PetuniaStreet. Come earlyand enjoy asocial morningwithteaandasandwich.EntryisR10.Qualifyforlucky
SAARP Jbay SocialClub: While meetingsare normally on thethirdThursday of each month, thenextwill be heldon28 Mayatthe Bowls Club. Enjoyfreetea and sandwiches from 09:15.New members(over 50)are invited to join. Formore info,contactmembership secretary Charmaine Prinsloo on 066550 8736 or JackyOpperman on 083465 7071 Milkwood SaturdayMarket: Don’t miss the hand-made crafts,jewellery,décor items, wood crafteditems,clothing, treats,fresh vegetables,flowers,bottled products,second-handitems and moreatthe marketon30May,from 09:00 to 13:00 (weather permitting).Attie will be onstagefor liveentertainment.ThemarketislocatedontheGLAroadnext to Fountains Mall.It willalsotakeplace on 13 and 27 June. Basic First Aid: All arewelcome to joinand learn the basics and knowhow to respond in an emergencyon30May or 13 June at Oppi Spektrum Coffee Shop in the Policlinic in Jeffreys Bay.WhatsAppMarlene on 066 4868611. Alzheimerondersteuningsgroep:Dievolgendebyeenkoms is op Dinsdag, 2Junieom15:00 in die Eedenglensaal. Almal is welkom.Kontak Anna-Marie Jacobsby082 8746328 of Marietjie Boonzaaier by 084 4093119
draw prizes and listentoaguest speaker.Contact083 277 0088
Jeffreys BayCar BootSale: Join thebargain hunt in Da Gama Road, oppositethe caravanpark, from 08:00 to 13:00 on 6June.The entranceisat2 Petunia Street.Contact Corine at 082 9222260.
AstonBay CommunityMarket: Don’t miss themarket at AstonBay CommunityHall on 6June,from09:00 to 13:00. Come find everything youneed to make herfeeltruly special. WhatsApp 082 8281899.
C-Fees: Maak regvir die NG Gemeente Jeffreysbaai se jaarlikse C-Fees op 20 Junie vanaf 08:00 by die Kompleks-kampus. Dit beloof om ’n dag gevul metpret, plesier, stalletjiesen tonne lekker eetgoed te wees FriendsoftheLibrary:FullyoperationalonWednesdaysand Fridays from 09:00 to 12:00.A largevariety of booksinvery
good condition areavailableatverylow prices in theNewton HallinGoedehoop Street.All funds go towardsbuying books forthe Jeffreys BayLibrary.
Pinkster-dienste: Ervaar doe krag vanPinkstermet Dr Jan vanWyk by die VolleEvangelie Kerk Jeffreysbaai in Kameeldoringstraat,Wavecrest.Dit sal op Sondag, 31 Meiom09:30en 18:00plaasvind,enopMaandag 1Junie om 18:30. Komervaar 'nvarsbewegingvandieHeiligeGees.Virmeerinligting,kontak Pastoor Jurgens Meyerby067 0598346. StFrancisAnglicanChurch: Thechurchonthe corner of St Francis andGoedehoop StreetsinJeffreys Bayinvites alltoits Eucharistservice every Sunday at 08:30
Send your Diary entries to kougaexpress@novusmedia.co. za.ThedeadlineforentriesisonTuesdaysat14:00.Entries maybeinEnglishorAfrikaans.
Jeffreys Bay PrimarySchool’s Kara Meyer (right) andFrancesca Venter (left) were chosen for the EasternCape netball team. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
