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PhillipStreetbridgereopened Kouga Municipality officially reopened the reinstated Phillip Street low-water bridge in Kruisfontein on 30 June, completing a R1.95 million project that improves stormwater management and provides residents with a safer crossing. From left are Timothy Jantjes (Deputy Executive Mayor), Charles de Kock (Director: Civil and Water Services), Hattingh Bornman (Executive Mayor), Amanda Nyathela (Manager: Roads and Stormwater) and Jaques Alexander (Ward 4 Councillor). PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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SANRAL to reconstruct R62 over next three months RAZAAN PLAATJIES

THE South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has completed damage assessments on the collapsed section of the R62 between Kareedouw and Joubertina, with reconstruction of the damaged roadway expected to take approximately three months. The road collapse follows severe weather conditions in the Eastern Cape in May. SANRAL first confirmed the closure on 7 May after the section between Kareedouw and Joubertina was washed away. At the time, motorists were advised to use the alternative route via the N2 through the Western Cape while engineers assessed the extent of the damage. SANRAL spokesperson, Lwando Mahlasela, said the assessment phase has now been com-

pleted. “The challenge is not the structural capacity of the culvert but rather a catchment area management issue. The river alignment has shifted over the years, resulting in the culvert no longer being positioned at the lowest point. As a result, the increased flow during the floods in May channelled the water into the embankment and failure was unavoidable,” said Mahlasela. He confirmed that a bypass is currently operational, providing continuous access for all road users. “There is a bypass that is operational 24/7, and access is provided to all traffic and road users of the R62. The bypass is currently gravel and will be surfaced in due course to improve riding quality and efficiency,” said Mahlasela. He said SANRAL aims to complete the bypass by the end of the week before focusing on recon-

structing the collapsed section of the R62 over the next three months. Mahlasela said the repair project will incorporate labour-intensive construction methods. “SANRAL encourages labour-intensive construction methods in its projects as part of ongoing efforts to stimulate employment. This refers to the use of gabions where normally a concrete retaining structure would be used. The bypass will also encourage more labour participation as its design life will not exceed a year; therefore, we look into labour-constructed armour seal,” said Mahlasela. He said the contractor’s tendered amount for the project is R47,796,162, including VAT. Mahlasela said Down Touch Investment was appointed on 9 June, and established on site on 17 June. Looking ahead, he said the re-

cent floods have highlighted the need to review how infrastructure is designed to withstand changing weather patterns. “Current projects in the area do not have provisions for flood-related sustainable development planning. However, the flood pattern indicates that SANRAL must review current models to speak to current weather patterns. Most of the structures on the national network are old structures which were designed based on historic flood data. Now, with new and different weather patterns due to climate change, the model must be refined. In addition, SANRAL must look into catchment area management in future,” said Mahlasela. To improve conditions for motorists while construction continues, he said the gravel bypass would be surfaced to better accommodate smaller vehicles. Mahlasela said communication

on the project is being coordinated through the disaster forum with the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, while SANRAL will also engage the Kou-Kamma Local Municipality to provide updates on progress. He confirmed that the project is fully funded by SANRAL. Mahlasela added that the contractor has trained and employed 18 flag personnel to manage the 24-hour stop-and-go traffic system. “The contractor has trained 18 flag people who are absorbed to work on the 24/7 stop and control to ensure safety. We are minimising incidents through the stop and go as it is one-way traffic. While traffic continues to have access, construction will be proceeding smoothly without contravening traffic flow,” said Mahlasela.

Kouga mayor declares formal dispute over provincial roads KOUGA Executive Mayor Hattingh Bornman has declared a formal intergovernmental dispute against the Eastern Cape MEC for Transport, Xolile Nqatha, and the MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Zolile Williams, over what the municipality describes as years of failure to maintain provincial roads that make up more than 66% of the road network serving Kouga residents. In a statement, Kouga Municipality said the dispute follows years of engagement with the Eastern Cape Department of Transport, during which the municipality repeatedly raised concerns, requested intervention and proposed practical solutions to address the deteriorating state of the provincial road network. “Declaring a formal intergovernmental dispute is not a decision we have taken lightly,” said Bornman. “This step has only been taken after exhausting every reasonable avenue available to us. Our

residents deserve safe roads, and they deserve action.” The municipality noted that many residents are unaware that only 28.8% of the road network in Kouga falls under the responsibility of the municipality. A further 66.1% is the responsibility of the Eastern Cape Provincial Government, while 5.1% falls under the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL). This means that most roads connecting towns, supporting the agricultural sector, carrying tourists through the Kouga region and serving commuters every day are not municipal roads. The municipality said the recent floods have further exposed the poor condition of these roads. Major routes, including the R102 between Jeffreys Bay and Humansdorp, sections of the R330 and R331, roads serving St Francis Bay, Oyster Bay, Cape St Francis and the Gamtoos Valley, have all suffered significant damage. The municipality added that

roads serving Hankey, Patensie and surrounding farming communities have deteriorated to an unacceptable level, placing residents at risk while threatening agricultural production, tourism and economic activity. The municipality said that despite repeated requests over several years, including proposals to transfer certain provincial roads to the municipality so that they could be maintained locally, little meaningful progress has been made. The municipality’s dispute contends that the provincial government has failed to fulfil its constitutional and statutory responsibility to adequately maintain the provincial road network, resulting in unsafe travelling conditions and negatively affecting service delivery, economic growth and the quality of life of residents. Bornman said he remains hopeful that the formal dispute process will result in constructive engagement between the munici-

pality and the provincial government. “Our hope is that this process will lead to an urgent meeting with the relevant MECs, emergency funding for the most critical roads, a clear implementation plan for repairs and long-term maintenance, and consideration of transferring roads that the municipality is willing and able to maintain. We remain committed to working cooperatively, but our residents cannot continue to wait while vital infrastructure continues to deteriorate,” said Bornman. The municipality emphasised that the declaration of the dispute is not about politics, but about ensuring that every sphere of government fulfils its constitutional responsibilities. “Kouga Municipality has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver and maintain the roads that fall within its mandate. We now call on the provincial government to fulfil its responsibility for the 66.1% of the road network

under its control. Our communities deserve safe, reliable roads, and we will continue to advocate for them until meaningful action is taken,” said Bornman. He acknowledged the commitment shown by officials within the Department of Transport’s district office. “I want to thank the officials at district level who have worked with us in good faith and have done everything within their means to assist. Unfortunately, they are hamstrung by a lack of resources, funding and decision-making support from higher levels within the provincial government. The reality is that they simply do not have the capacity to address the scale of the challenges facing Kouga’s provincial road network,” said Bornman. Pheello Oliphant, spokesperson for Williams, confirmed that the Office of the MEC has not received a letter from Bornman declaring a dispute about the state of the road network in the Kouga Local Municipality.

Baviaanskloof Reserve closed until December Electricity for over 700 households

THE Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve, a World Heritage Site and one of the Eastern Cape’s most important tourism destinations, is set to remain closed until the end of December following devastating floods that damaged roads and cut off communities throughout the Baviaanskloof region. As a result, the Democratic Alliance (DA) is demanding urgent oversight of the Baviaanskloof region following the recent flooding, which has devastated roads and cut off communities. According to Dr Vicky Knoetze, Member of the Provincial Legislature and DA Leader of the Official Opposition in the Eastern Cape Legislature, guests with bookings at the reserve are being informed that it will remain closed until the end of December this year due to road damage. “The closure places one of the Eastern Cape’s most important nature-based tourism destinations out of reach during a critical period for the local tourism economy,” said Knoetze. She said the reserve is an anchor attraction for accommodation establishments, tour operators, restaurants, farm stalls, fuel stations, suppliers and work-

ers in the surrounding area. Knoetze said when access to the reserve collapses, the damage spreads through the local economy. “Bookings are cancelled, visitors are rerouted elsewhere, small businesses lose income, and workers face reduced shifts or possible retrenchment,” said Knoetze. She said she had written to the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs, and Tourism MEC, Nonkqubela Pieters, to request a joint oversight inspection by her department, along with the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency and the Department of Transport. Knoetze said the inspection would assess the condition of the affected roads, the impact of the closure on tourism businesses, and the steps required to reopen the reserve safely. She added she had also requested that local tourism organisations and affected private operators be included. “The oversight must assess the condition of the affected roads, the impact on communities that have been cut off, the damage to local tourism businesses, and

the steps required to restore safe access to the reserve,” said Knoetze. She said the May floods caused severe damage across the Baviaanskloof, with roads, bridges and access routes damaged or washed away. Knoetze said further heavy rains in June again affected access, including the R332 into the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve. She said the immediate priority must be to reconnect affected communities, restore safe access, and protect the tourism economy that depends on visitors’ ability to reach the area. “Provincial government must urgently clarify which sections of road and access infrastructure have been damaged, what emergency repair work is underway, which authorities are responsible, what support is being provided to cut-off communities, and when safe access to the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve is expected to be restored,” said Knoetze. She said the Baviaanskloof should be one of the Eastern Cape’s strongest rural tourism assets, but instead poor access is threatening the businesses and workers who rely on it.

KOUGA Local Municipality is investing approximately R5.9 million to expand electricity access to 703 households in informal settlements across the municipality, with projects currently underway and expected to be completed within the next few weeks. The projects, which commenced in March 2026, form part of the municipality’s commitment to improving service delivery and creating safer, healthier and more dignified living environments for residents. The electricity upgrades are being implemented in three communities: • Tjoksville, Thornhill: Approximately 143 households are benefiting from the project, with an investment of R2 million. • London in Ocean View, Jeffreys Bay: Phase 1 and Phase 2 upgrades are underway, benefiting approximately 310 households at a cost of R4.5 million. A possible extension could see an additional 110 households benefiting in future. • Sea Vista, St Francis Bay: Phase 2 of the project is currently underway, benefiting approximately 250 house-

holds through an investment of R2 million. Kouga Executive Mayor, Hattingh Bornman, said the projects demonstrate the municipality’s commitment to ensuring that residents across Kouga benefit from improved basic services and infrastructure. “Access to reliable basic services is essential in improving the quality of life of our residents. These electricity projects are about more than infrastructure – they are about creating safer communities, restoring dignity, and ensuring that residents feel the positive impact of service delivery,” said Bornman. He added that the municipality remains focused on directing resources towards projects that make a meaningful difference in communities. “Service delivery remains at the centre of our work. Through careful planning and investment, we continue to improve infrastructure and extend essential services to communities where they are needed most,” said Bornman.

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Pre-school owner raises funds to house abandoned children RAZAAN PLAATJIES A JEFFREYS Bay pre-school owner is stepping out in faith to establish a safe haven for abused and abandoned children, with the long-term vision of seeing the town become “orphan-less.” Mikayla Grobbelaar, who has been running Kingdom Rise Pre-school in Jeffreys Bay for the past seven years, has launched a BackaBuddy campaign titled “Every Child Deserves a Safe Home” to raise R3 million to purchase a house for the planned safe haven. Grobbelaar, a mother of three, said her love for children began at a young age and has only grown stronger through raising her own family and running her pre-school. “I have always loved children, and it has been such a blessing to run my own pre-school and spend time with children every day. I initially wanted to study acting, but during a gap year God reminded me of the love I have for children and the impact I could have in their lives, which led me to establish my own pre-school as a loving and safe environment,” said Grobbelaar. She said becoming a mother deepened her understanding of the importance of providing children with love, nurture and security. “As a mom of three precious children, my heart has been moved, and I realise the importance that love, nurturing and a safe environment have on children. I’ve realised how vulnerable they are and that as

adults it is our responsibility to be that support for the children in our care in our pre-school, and in the safe house we are trusting to open. Every child deserves love and safety; they deserve to feel a warm embrace and acceptance,” said Grobbelaar. She said the vision for the project began last year when she felt God tell her that Jeffreys Bay would become orphan-less. “When I felt the Lord say Jeffreys Bay will be orphan-less, my heart leapt for joy. The thought of every child being safe and loved made me excited. I immediately started reaching out to people and soon realised it isn’t something that can happen immediately. I had to wait on the Lord. It's been a year, and I have recently felt Him say that the time is now,” said Grobbelaar. She said that earlier this year, she drove past a house for sale at R3 million that she believes is the ideal property for the safe haven. Grobbelaar said she believes this specific house is the perfect place because she does not believe they should “settle.” “This specific house has a beautiful outdoor area, which is what grabbed my attention. It’s a place where children can run, play, be themselves and be little children,” said Grobbelaar. She said the haven initially hopes to accommodate six children, although the age groups have not yet been finalised. “Working with children five and under, I feel very confident working with those ages; however, we are

open to providing for older children if the need arises,” said Grobbelaar. She said the organisation has already been registered as a non-profit organisation and that she has been building relationships with local social workers and the Department of Social Development while researching the registration requirements. However, Grobbelaar explained that the formal process can only begin once they occupy the building. She also believes the initiative could eventually inspire similar projects across South Africa. “I believe that House of Promise will create a blueprint that will be easy to multiply in different areas, which gives people a clear plan and direction. As one town becomes orphan-less, the rest of the country will ask how we did it,” said Grobbelaar. She said she has witnessed child neglect through both her pre-school and within the community. “I have a deep desire to step in as children are vulnerable and unable to help themselves. They need us to help them,” said Grobbelaar. The fundraising campaign has received encouraging support with over R100,000 raised through the BackaBuddy campaign. “The response has been so special. It has been beautiful to see that so many people really do care. If everyone does their little, there will be a huge impact,” said Grobbelaar. She said they are trusting the community to help make the vision a reality. “We are really stepping out in faith and obedience and asking friends

Mikayla (left) with her husband Armand and their three children, Zach, Olive and Caleb. PHOTO: SOFTMOTION STUDIO and community members for assistance. If 100,000 people sponsor R30, which is the price of a coffee, that will be R3 million,” said Grobbelaar. Calling on the community to become involved, she urged people to support the vision in whatever way they can. “We are calling on the community of Jeffreys Bay to stand with us, to trust with us, that Jeffreys Bay will be orphan-less. I urge people to start

asking the question, ‘What role can I play?’ Whether it is praying for organisations, volunteering your time, becoming a place of safety, fostering, financially contributing, or anything you feel led to do. We all play a role, and if everyone does a little, it goes a long way,” said Grobbelaar. People can also follow the mission on the House of Promise Instagram page, where more information is available via direct message.

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SY het haar eerste artikel voltooi toe sy maar ses jaar oud was. Op 86-jarige ouderdom is daar steeds geen einde aan haar breivernuf nie. Tannie Hester van der Merwe van Jeffreysbaai se truie, sokkies, langbroekies, babaklere en kombersies hou hierdie winter weer ’n klomp kindertjies se lyfies warm. Sy vertel dat sy skaars ’n tiekie en ’n baksteen groot was, toe sy op haar grootwordplaas Swaelkrans in die Murraysburg-distrik, ’n belangstelling in handwerk begin toon het. Nadat sy aan die Handelskool op Oudtshoorn matrikuleer het, het sy reeds ’n hele aantal selfgemaakte kledingstukke in haar hangkas gehad. Sy het eers op De Aar en daarna op haar tuisdorp Murraysburg gewerk, voordat sy na Kariega verhuis het. Hier het sy 31 jaar lank by die Spoorweë as tikster gewerk. Sy het egter nooit ophou brei en hekel nie, en het ook haar vernuf met naaldwerk wat sy op haar ma se Singermasjien geleer het, op ’n spoggerige elektroniese masjien voortgesit.

Haar trekkery na Jeffreysbaai het geensins ’n gedagte van ’n aftrede ingehou nie. Sy het eers saam met haar suster en swaer, Anna en Lance Mulder, in Noorsekloofstraat gewoon. So het sy met haar vlytige vingers ’n menigte warm items vir verskeie instansies gebrei en gehekel. Een van die interessante items waarvan sy tientalle gebrei het, is borsprostese vir vroue wat ’n mastektomie moes ondergaan. Die sagte kunsborsies wat in die volksmond as “Knitted Knockers” bekendstaan, is ’n projek wat haar baie na aan die hart lê. Haar vriendin, Petro Toerien, is die amptelike koerier wat al die gebreide items na verskillende organisasies neem. Petro ontvang ook graag wolskenkings en koop self ook geskikte kleure wol aan. “Hester is baie noukeurig dat babas spesiale sagte wol in ligte skakerings moet dra. Dit is verstommend dat sy steeds so produktief is op so ’n gevorderde ouderdom,” sê Petro. Met ’n kuier by Hester, kon ’n mens sien hier word nie sommer gewone patrone gebrei nie. Sy wys een van haar baadjies waarop kabels, bessiesteek, koussteek, heuningkoekpatroon en rib- en mossteek ook pronk.

Hester vertel dat sy eers ook gereeld opdragwerk gedoen het. Die mees uitdagende item was die brei van ’n kunstenaars “Josefskleed-jas” wat in allerlei kleure en teksture vir ’n dame van Namibië gebrei is. Hester het ook haar elektroniese naaldwerkmasjien waarmee sy hemde, kinderklere en ander uitrustings maak, ingespan om broekies vir seuntjies by ’n plek van veiligheid te maak. Nog ’n projek wat haar na aan die hart lê, is die premature babatjies wat in hospitale en klinieke versorg word. Vir die piepklein mensies word daar miniatuur kangaroo-slopies van ekstra sagte wol gebrei. Petro vertel dat sy verlede week weer 32 baadjies, 20 mussies en 10 pare sokkies en babakousies gaan uitdeel het. Die Mother & Baby Clinic, The Light House, die Traumasentrum (kry gebreide teddies), The Children’s Haven en die Provinsiale Hospitaal is van die ontvangers. Hoe lank gaan sy nog aanhou met die breiery en naaldwerk? “Die ou vingers pla soms ’n bietjie, maar van ophou is daar nog nie sprake nie,” sê tannie Hester. Inwoners wat graag wol wil skenk kan Petro Toerien kontak per WhatsApp by 082 824 1098.

Hester van der Merwe (86) van Wiesenhof op Jeffreysbaai, is bekend as ’n ywerige vrou wat elke maand tientalle gebreide en naaldwerkitems vir minderbevoorregtes op Jeffreysbaai en Humansdorp maak. By haar op die foto is haar vriendin, Petro Toerien. FOTO: ELLEN HANCKE

Dedicated SPCA staff reach animals despite road closure RAZAAN PLAATJIES SPCA Assisi staff and volunteers went the extra mile to ensure animals in their care were fed and looked after when a road closure and march prevented normal access to the shelter on 22 June. Established to protect and care for neglected, abused, abandoned and stray animals, SPCA Assisi serves Humansdorp, Jeffreys Bay, St Francis Bay, Hankey, Patensie and surrounding areas. According to SPCA Assisi’s Louise Bakkes, staff were unable to reach the organisation’s kennels on the morning of 22 June because of a march in the area and the closure of the R330. She said that the road closure prevented access to the shelter and meant many kennel staff were unable to report for duty.

“As soon as it became clear that staff could not reach the shelter, our inspectorate and members of the SPCA committee stepped in. They made every effort to reach the kennels via alternative routes and, once there, took over the feeding, cleaning, watering and care of the animals for the day,” said Bakkes. She explained that staff first realised there was a problem when they reached the road closure and discovered there was no access to the shelter. “This immediately caused great concern, as our animals depend entirely on us for their daily feeding, cleaning, medication and care,” said Bakkes. Describing the events of the morning, she said the situation was both stressful and emotional.

“Our first thoughts were not about the inconvenience to ourselves, but about the animals waiting for us. “Shelter animals cannot understand delays, road closures or protests; they simply wait for their breakfast, clean bedding, medication and the familiar people who care for them every day,” said Bakkes. With no direct access available, staff had to travel via back roads from the St Francis side, turning what is normally a 25-minute journey into a four-hour trip. As a result, Bakkes said the animals received their morning care about four hours later than usual. “Thankfully, once access was gained, every animal was immediately checked, fed, watered and cared for. The animals were

all waiting in anticipation,” said Bakkes. She said SPCA Assisi currently has 40 animals in its care, all of which rely entirely on the organisation. “Any interruption to that care is a matter we take extremely seriously,” she said. Despite the challenges, Bakkes praised the response from those involved. “What stood out on Monday was the incredible teamwork. Our inspectorate, committee members and available staff worked together without hesitation to ensure the animals' needs came first. “Everyone focused on finding solutions rather than dwelling on the obstacles, demonstrating the commitment of the people who serve this organisation,”

said Bakkes. While acknowledging the right to peaceful protest, she appealed for essential animal welfare services to be allowed access to animals in need. “The animals in our care had no part in the events of 22 June, yet they were directly affected by the delay,” said Bakkes. She added that although the organisation has experienced road closures and difficult access before, the incident has highlighted the need to further strengthen contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted care in future. “The dedication shown by our inspectorate, committee and staff on Monday is a reminder that, no matter the challenge, the welfare of the animals will always remain our highest priority,” said Bakkes.

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The Nation Builders Prophetic Apostolic Movement (NBPAM), a service centre for senior citizens in Humansdorp, recently celebrated its members who graduated from the Echo Academy in Gqeberha. The training was aimed at equipping and empowering its team. NBPAM members also received a fridge and microwave through the Kouga Municipality’s Ward Development Fund, a contribution the organisation said it was grateful for.

Nation Builders Prophetic Apostolic Movement (NBPAM) members also received a fridge and microwave through the Kouga Municipality’s Ward Development Fund. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

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FORM JJJ LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to apply for the issue of a certified copy of Title Deed Number T306 /2016CTN passed by GERHARD DIRK OOSTHUIZEN, Identity Number 490802 5003 08 8, Unmarried and HESTER MARIA CHRISTINA HERMINA OOSTHUIZEN, Identity Number 441009 0056 08 3, Unmarried in favour of CHARLES DAVID ALLSOP, Identity Number 580517 5027 08 2, Married out of community of property and ANNA SUSANNA ALLSOP, Identity Number 620602 0189 08 7, Married out of community of property in respect of ERF 355 GAMTOOS MOUTH, IN THE KOUGA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, DIVISION OF UITENHAGE, PROVINCE OF THE EASTERN CAPE, IN EXTENT 735 (SEVEN HUNDRED AND THIRTY FIVE) Square metres which has been lost or destroyed. All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writing with the Registrar of Deeds : Eastern Cape at Qonce within two weeks from the date of the publication of this notice. Dated at JEFFREYS BAY this day of JUNE 2026. SLABBERT ATTORNEYS 21 SCHELDE STREET JEFFREYS BAY 6330 Email: thea @slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel: (042) 293 4271

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Storms River unites to celebrate, inspire local children ON 16 June, the Storms River community came together for the Community Youth Day Celebration, a special day dedicated to celebrating local children and creating opportunities for them to discover their interests, talents and potential. Hosted with the support of the Community Youth Collective, a registered non-profit organisation in Tsitsikamma, the celebration was built around a simple but powerful message: with dedication, encouragement and a supportive environment, children can achieve so much. Over 70 local children were in attendance. Chanel Gardner, a Director of the CYC, said, “The whole day was filled with activities designed to inspire, educate and entertain. We want to give children the opportunity to experience new skills that they haven’t had access to before.” Many community members and organisations volunteered their time, skills and resources to make the day possible. Thanks to Art from Scratch with Danna and Wally, children were able to create their own art pieces, participate in a drumming circle, and learn about environmental awareness, among other things. Gardner said members of the Music Sprouts Access Programme entertained with performances by the violin ensemble, brass ensemble and guitar groups, while Ubuntu Martial Arts put on a vibrant Jujitsu demonstration and anti-bullying talk.

The local children in attendance. “We are very grateful to Tsitsikhaya for sponsoring vetkoek for all the children, Tsitrus Cafe for providing pancake batter and Taste Bistro for the use of their sound equipment,” said Gardner.