Caseendswith25-yearsentenceforlong-timepartner
GUGULETHU MTUMANE
ESTELLE le Grange (58) pleaded guilty in the Gqeberha High CourtonWednesday,10June, to allfour charges she faced in connection with the killing of herlong-time partner,businessmanDanie de Jager.
In her plea, she told the court that yearsof alleged abuse, emotional distress andfinancial dependence had contributed to thecircumstancessurrounding the offence.
Le Grange was sentenced to 25 years’ imprisonment for murder,15years for robberywith aggravatingcircumstances, five yearsfor defeatingthe ends of justice, andfiveyears for contravening the Older PersonsAct of 2006.
The court ordered that thesentences on countstwo, three, and four runconcurrently with themurder sentence, resultinginaneffective25-year term
Thecourt heardthatLeGrangeaccepted responsibility for efforts to stage thesceneas arobbery following De Jager’s killingathis Newton Park home in October2025.
According to aplea agreement read into the record by her legal representative, Advocate Jodine Coertzen, Le Grange describeda turbulent 14-yearrelationship with De Jager—one that hadbegun as an affair andevolved into repeated cycles of break-ups and reconciliation
She alleged that De Jagerhad been abusive towardsher,that she was financiallydependent on him, and that she hadfelt unableto leave the relationship.
Over time, she said, her mental wellbeing deteriorated. She had also worked for himduring part of theirrelationship, acircumstance that deepened herreliance on him, and sheacknowledged using drugsatvariouspoints to cope with theemotionaldistress she experienced.
The State told the court that following De
Jager’s death, astaged robbery was orchestrated in whichitems —including alaptop, wallet, and vehicle —were moved or removedinan attempt to misleadinvestigators.
It was further heard that Leeroy Scholtz carried out the fatal assault on 30 October 2025, while Le Grangeand Anke Cilliers discussed how thescene would be arranged andwhat accountwould be given to the police. Investigators later identified inconsistencies at the scene,whichled to Le Grange’s arrest andthe unravellingofthe staged robbery narrative.
Scholtzand Cilliers had already pleaded guilty in separate plea and sentencing agreementsthe week prior, with the court accepting bothagreements and imposing sentences accordingly
The two —who were in arelationship and renting agarden flat attached to De Jager’s Newton Parkhome—told the courtduring
their separate hearingson1 and 2June that they had been recruited by Le Grange to carry out the murder.
According to their plea agreements,Scholtz agreed to participate in the killing following an alleged dispute with De Jager over scrap metal that had been sold. The accusation had angered Scholtz and, coupled with repeated requests fromLeGrangetokill De Jager,ultimately led him to agree to the plan.
The pair entered the main house shortly after midnight on 30 October, while under the influence of drugs. Scholtz struck De Jager repeatedly with ahammer,while Cilliers and Le Grangeremained in the kitchen, discussing the cover story they would later give to the police.
After the killing,Scholtz and Cilliersransacked the house to complete the staged robbery. Scholtz wassubsequently sentenced to
an effective 25 yearsinprison, while Cilliers received an effective 20-year sentence.
Additional personal background details were also placedbeforethe court, includingthatLe Grange hadpreviously worked as afinancial officer earning approximately R6,500 amonth beforebecoming ahousewife in 2017.
Apriortheft-related conviction was likewise notedduringproceedings. Thecourtaccepted the guilty pleas on all counts and imposed sentence accordingly.
Outsidethe court, De Jager’s former wife, Wanda de Jager,who saidshe had known himfor morethan 40 years, rejected the allegations of abuse. “She [Le Grange] came into our lives; she broke our marriage up. There was never all this nonsenseabout what she’s telling. It’snot the truth,” Wanda said. “I don’t know where she gets that from. It’snormal for couplestohave fights.”
Wanda added that she and Daniehad remained in contact aftertheir divorce and had continued to work together professionally, saying shecould notunderstandthe claims made in court.
LeeroyScholtz andAnke Cilliers were sentenced earlier this monthfor theirpartinthe murderof businessmanDanie
Estelle le Grange (58) pleaded guilty in the Gqeberha High Courtlastweek
PHOTO: GUGULETHU MTUMANE
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NMBbudgetadoptedamidbacklashovertariffhikes
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
THE Nelson MandelaBay Municipalityhas adoptedits 2026/27 budget, but the approved tariff increases have drawn strong criticism from business organisations and opposition parties, who argue residents arebeing asked to paymore while service delivery continues to deteriorate.
Councilapproved the municipality’s 2026/27 Medium-Term Revenue andExpenditure FrameworkbudgetonMonday,8June, with themetro describing it as afunded andlegally compliant budget aimed at protecting service delivery and ensuring long-termfinancial sustainability.
The adopted budgetincludes tariffincreases of 10.95% forelectricity, 6.5% for water, sanitation, and refuse removal and 5.5% for property rates.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber said it remained deeplyconcerned about the approved electricity tariff increase, de-
spite earlier engagements that resulted in reductions frominitially proposed levels.
Ina statement issued, the chamber argued thatthe metro’s cost-of-supply study was flawedand that the finalaverage electricity increase of 11% remained too high.
“The Chamber is very concerned about the proposeddouble-digit increase in electricity tariffs, which comes at atimewhen local businesses are facing many headwinds,”said chiefexecutive Denise van Huyssteen.
The chamber said rising electricity costs, coupled with unreliable supply, were undermining the competitiveness of local manufacturers and threatening job sustainability. It also raised concerns about infrastructure failures, notingthat it had recorded 202 unplanned electricity outages in key industrial and commercial areas since January 2023.
Executive MayorBabalwa Lobishesaid the tariffincreases were necessary to maintain municipal operations and comply with National Treasury requirements. “A municipalitycannot sustainably deliver services if
it consistently spends morethan it collects,” Lobishe said.
She said the budget soughttobalance affordability with the practical realities of maintaining water, sanitation, electricity, roads, waste management andother essential services. Themayor added that afinancially sustainable municipality was better positioned to maintain infrastructure, attract investment and support economic development.
The Democratic Alliance said it could not support what it described as the highest basket of tariff increases in eight years. DA councillors argued that residents werebeing asked to paymoredespite ongoing servicedelivery failures, including faulty streetlights, water leaks, potholes and electricity outages. The party further claimed the municipality was budgeting for substantial electricity losses and had failed to spend infrastructure grant funding allocated forroads, water, sanitation and electricity projects.
TheACDP also voted against the budget, accusing the municipality of relying on tar-
iffincreases to address financial pressures. Duringthe budget debate, the party claimed water tariffs had been increased by an additional 3% and electricity tariffs by 2% duringthe final stages of the budget process to ensurecompliance with National Treasury funding requirements
TheFreedom FrontPlus similarly opposed the increases,arguing that residents were being expected to pay moredespite ongoing water outages, sewage spills,deteriorating infrastructure and poor maintenance. The party said the municipality should focus on improving financial management, reducing wasteful expenditure and strengthening service deliveryrather than relying on higher tariffs.
Despite the criticism,the ANC-led coalition secured enough councilsupporttoadopt the budget, which takes effect from 1July. The municipality maintains that the budget is necessary to safeguardservice deliveryand place the metroonamoresustainable financial footing.
APRIMARY schoolprincipal is facing an investigation followingallegations that he to get off the field. He slapped the boy on his shoulder, told him to take offhis rugby jerseyand then said ‘F-off home’.”
The sourcemaintained that the learner had
Womanarrestedforallegedly abandoningbabyinbushes
AFIVE-month-old babyboy whowas allegedly abandoned in dense bushes in Windvogel, Gqeberha, was rescued through the swift actions of SAPS membersand vigilant community members duringChild ProtectionWeek.
According to police spokesperson, Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, the incident unfolded on Tuesday, 2June, when community members alerted police to an abandoned infant and pointedout thechild’s mother, a33-year-old woman from Helenvale.
“It was alleged that the baby had been leftinthe bushesthe
previous night,”she said.
“Police accompanied the mother to abushy areabetween Bethelsdorp Road and 1stStreet,Windvogel, where she was unable to indicatethe exact location where the child had allegedly been abandoned.”
Jansevan Rensburg added that members from Gelvandale SAPS immediately launched asearch operation and, at approximately 13:15, successfully located the infant concealed in the bushes.
“The baby, believed to have been exposed tothe elements for nearly 24 hours,was found cold and severely dehydrated,” shesaid.
Janse vanRensburg thatthe SAPSmembers acted swiftly andtransported the child to Dora Nginza Hospital, where medical personnel confirmed thatthe infant hadnot sustained anyphysicalinjuries but required urgent treatment for dehydration and exposure.
“The child’s mother wasarrested and chargedwith attempted murder,” she said. “She appeared in the New BrightonMagistrate’sCourt on Friday, 5June.”
TheNMB ActingCommissioner, Brigadier Loyiso Ngalo,said, “The actions of the community members andpoliceofficials undoubtedly contributed to saving the life of this child.
“Child ProtectionWeek reminds us allthat safeguarding children is ashared responsibility, andweurge communities to continue reporting incidents of abuse, neglectand abandonment without delay.”
Janse vanRensburg noted thatChild ProtectionWeek serves as areminder that every
ReportssuggestIronmanChampsmovetoMosselBay
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
UNCONFIRMED reports suggest the Ironman African Championship would be moved from Nelson MandelaBay to MosselBay.
The Ironman 70.3 event may, in turn, be staged in Nelson Mandela Bay under aproposed restructuring of the two races. If confirmed, the arrangement would effectively see the two Ironman events swapped between the coastalcities withthe full-distance African Championship hosted in Mossel Bay andthe half-distance 70.3 event stagedinNelson Mandela Bay.
However, neither IronmanSouthAfrica nor the municipalities involved have formally confirmed the reported change.
Attempts to reach Mossel Bay Mayor, DirkKotzé, for comment were unsuccessful at the time of publication.
The reports follow earlier speculation sparked by asocial media post from the Mossel Bay mayor referencing discussions at council levelabout aproposal involving Ironman South Africaand possible changes to existing hosting arrangements.
Municipalitypreviouslyconfident of retainingchampionship
Earlier this month, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality reiterated its confidence that it would retainthe Ironman African Championship beyond the 2026 edition, when the current agreement concludes.
In astatement issued on 1June, the municipality reaffirmed its ambition to remain Africa’s leading endurance sports destinationand apremier host ofinternational sporting events.
For more than 20 years, Nelson Mandela Bay has hosted the IronmanAfrican Championship, attracting thousands of athletesand visitors annually andgenerating significant tourism andeconomic spin-offs.
Themunicipality acknowledged growing international competitionfor major sporting rightsbut saiditremains confident in its natural assets, established race conditions, tourism infrastructure and long-standing hosting record.
It saidthe city’s relationship with Ironman has developedbeyond acontractual agreement into astrategic partnership, helping position NelsonMandela Bayas
the “Home of Ironman in Africa”.
Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishesaid the event has become part of the city’s identityand continues to playanimportant roleinits economy and global profile.
She said the municipality remains committed toongoing engagement with Ironman SouthAfricaand is confident in the strength of the city’s offering
The municipality also highlighted its long-term hosting recordand said it remains committed to maintaining Nelson Mandela Bayasa premier global endurance sports destination, despite increasing international competition formajor sporting events.
At the time, the municipality said it remained confident thatthe city would continue as the “Home of Ironman in Africa”.
Tourism pressures in Nelson MandelaBay
The developments come against the backdrop of renewed concernover Nelson MandelaBay’s struggling tourism sector and deteriorating beachfront infrastructure.
Nelson Mandela Bay BusinessChamber chief executive officer Denise van Huyssteen said tourism has not recovered to pre-COVID-19 levels andcontinues to decline.
She said that while the metroattracted over 300,000 foreigntourists and 2.7 million domestic tourists in 2019, recovery since the pandemic has been weak, with 2024 figures showing foreign tourism at about two-thirds of pre-COVID levels and domestictourism having morethan halved.
The 2025 figures have yet to be released.
Van Huyssteen said the decline is driven by multiple factors, including perceptions of crimeand deterioratingmunicipal infrastructure such as water, electricity, sanitation, roads, lighting, and signage. Shesaidthe beachfront remains acritical tourism asset and akey venue for international events such as theIronman African Championship, SKAL World Congress, and Lifesaving World Championships, which bring significant economic spin-offs throughtourism spending, hotel occupancy and support for localbusiness-
es Sheadded that visible decay is damagingvisitorexperience andconfidence.
“Visitors aremet with potholes,broken signage and barriers on the N2 as they enter Beach Road, and from there they seedilapidatedbuildings and poorly maintained amenitiesalong the area,” shesaid.
Van Huyssteenstressed that urgent intervention is requiredtoprotect the city’s tourism economy, particularly its BlueFlag beach status
“It is absolutely vital that the metro takes urgent action to ensureBlue Flag status is maintained, as losingthiswould have serious reputational, health and environmental implications,” shesaid
Sheadded that tourism remains oneof the metro’smostimmediate economicopportunities, butwarned that it is being lostdue to inaction
“Tourism remains oneofNelson Mandela Bay’s mostimmediate economicopportunities, alow-hanging fruit. However, without decisiveaction, that opportunity is being squandered.”
TheISUZUIronman African Championshipwas held in Nelson MandelaBay in April
Competitionbuildsself-awareness,boostsconfidence
SISKA MARTIN
“Today’s matriclearners need adaptability,critical thinking, emotional intelligence anda strong values foundationtosucceed. The world is changing rapidly,and it requires more than academic knowledge– it callsfor leadership, adaptability and the abilitytomake meaningful decisions.”
This is according to Thinus de VriesofForvis Mazars, a long-standing sponsor and the official auditors of the Matriculant of the Year competitionpresented by the University of theFree State and Novus Media.
He believes the competition helps develop these skillsbychallengingyoung people to articulate their achievements, reflect on theirvalues and understand their role withintheir communities. “It creates self-awareness, buildsconfidenceand exposes participants to ahigher standard of thinking and conduct, which remains valuable long aftermatric,” he says.
Two of last year’s finalists, MarnéKoen and Amoné Verwey, agree participating in the final round gave their self-esteem and confidence asignificant boost.Verwey says she learned to think on her feet during the interviews.
“The interviews helped me express my thoughts clearly and confidently.They pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me realisethat Ihave farmore potential than Ithought,”says Koen De Vries says, “Our involvement alignsdirectly with Forvis Mazars’ core valuesofexcellence, integrity and people-centred development. We believe in thepower of education and leadership as drivers of sustainable growth, and this initiative recognisesyoungpeople who not onlyexcel academically or
in sport,but who also demonstratecharacter and community involvement. Our long-term commitment reflects agenuine investment in developing future leaders.”
Headds that initiatives like this are important because they help young people recognise their potentialand move confidently into the next phaseoftheir lives. “In achallenging environment, positive recognition, mentorshipand role models are powerful drivers of hope, motivation and leadership. Platforms like these show young people that hardwork, values and involvement are genuinely recognised and rewarded.”
The firm hopes its sponsorship provides finalists with not only recognition, but also confidence and broader exposureatapiv-
otal stageintheir lives. “The experience and supportthey receive here can help them make informed decisions about their studies and careers, and approach the future with greater belief in their own abilities. Ultimately, we hopeitplants aseed of ambition, responsibility and a lifelong pursuit of excellence.”
Koen, who matriculated from Hoërskool Die Brandwag,and Verwey,aformer learner of Hoërskool JimFouché in Bloemfontein, agree that they formed valuable friendshipsduring the final round.
“These friendshipshave enriched my lifeinameaningful way and madeiteasier, as Inow have astrong supportnetwork of people who motivateme, offer honest adviceand encourage me to keep growing,” saysKoen.
Verweyrecalls howthe finalists laughed together andsupported oneanother throughout the competition
“I was able to start this new chapter of my life with peace of mind, knowing Ihad friends Icould rely on andturn to for advice.”
The two accounting students say this year’s finalists should simply be themselvesand enjoy the process.
“Don’t try to be whoyou think othersexpect you to be.Believe in yourown abilities. Don’t be afraidtomake mistakes; rather see them as valuable opportunities to learnand grow,” advises Koen.
“Thisyear’s participants should be themselves, enjoythe process and learn moreaboutwho they are. Iwould encourage them to
FaceoftheBayhighteaasparklingsuccess
THE annual Face of the Bay White Diamond High Tea took place on 30 May, drawing asold-out crowd and marking itself as one ofGqeberha’s most elegant social events of the year
Hosted by Face of the Bay, the event brought together women from across the Bay for an afternoon of sophistication, empowerment, and community upliftment
With “White Diamonds” as the theme, guests arrived in stunning white attire accented with diamond details,transforming Tramways Building into avisionof classand unity.
The afternoon featureda curated high tea menu, guestspeakers focusing on women’s empowerment, confidenceand entrepreneurship, live entertainment,and bespoke
gifting
Theevent wasgenerously sponsored by over 50 sponsors, including Bidvest Prestige, Sovereign Foods,PicknPay Walker Drive, and Foschini Greenacres, to name afew.
Candice Heynes, Founder and DirectorofFaceofthe Bay, said, “The response was overwhelming Thiswasn’t just tea. It was about
creating aspace wherewomen feel seen, celebrated,and inspired.The energy in the room confirmed that Gqeberha was readyfor this.”
Partofthe proceedsfromthe event went towardsthe Motherof GoodhopeChurchinBooysen Park and the SOS Children’s Village, both working to uplift the community
remaintrue to their values when answering theinterview questions,” adds Verwey
Howtoenter
Matric learners from across SouthAfricawho excelinleadership,academics,culture and sport, andwho intend studying at theUniversityofthe Free State in 2027, areinvited to enter thecompetition Scholarships, prize money and gifts worth approximately R500 000 areupfor grabs for thetop 25 participants, thanks to sponsors theKovsie AlumniTrust, Forvis Mazars, Absaand Pick n Pay PrellerWalk.
Learners may enter themselves or be nominatedbytheir schools
Atotal of 25 semi-finalists will be selected, afterwhich14finalists will take part in thefinalround in Bloemfontein from 5to7October.
Scan theQRcode,download the entry form, complete it andsubmititby31JulytoLindaGreyling at greylinl@ufs.ac.za
Heynes said thatFaceofthe Bay is committedtosupportingcharities in Nelson Mandela Bay Following the success, plans are already in motion forthe next Faceofthe Bayexperience TheupcomingcrowningofMiss Faceofthe Baywill take place on 14 Novemberatthe Boardwalk ICC Convention Centre.
Tickets canbepurchased on Quicket.
Thinus de Vries with Marné Koen (left)and Amoné Verwey
PHOTO: CHARL DEVENISH
LocalschoolgetsR14milliondonationfornewmusiccentre
HANNES SCHOEMAN
GREENWOOD Primary School,StGeorge’s Park,willsoonbethe proudownerofa stateof-the-artmusic centre thankstoaR14 million sponsorshipfrom Germany.
It promises to be one of thebestofits kind in SouthAfrica.
In August 2024, German businessman and arts supporter, Alexander Valentin, learnt about the programme and made contactwith the school, beginning what wouldbecome a transformative partnership.
Recognising the lack of resources andfacilities at Greenwood, Valentin generously pledged R14 million towards the construction of abrand-new music departmentbuilding throughthe Alexander MusicProject,a registeredNPO dedicatedtoadvancingmusic educationand development
Chairperson of the NPO,Wilmie Jooste, has expressedgreat passion for working alongside Greenwood’s MusicDepartment, citingits outstanding track record of excellenceand commitmenttothe arts.
The musicdepartment has also received sponsorshipfrom the German Consulatein Cape Town for the purchase andaddition of string instruments and apiano, further strengthening the school’s growing artsprogramme Valentin hasbeen along-timelover of the arts, specifically classical music, having sponsored the Cape Town Philharmonic before sponsoring the Alexander Music Award, whichwas acompetition for composers
He wanted classical music to growin the EasternCape, and he identified Greenwood’s musicdepartment as one of the leading music departments in the EasternCape,wherehe saw the lack of resources andwantedtohelp wherehecould LibongoNtuli,head of music,said, “I’m excited to announce the officialcommencement of construction of the new AlexanderMusic
Centre building on the Greenwood school campus
“The school’s musicdepartment offers learners exposure to awide range of instruments, including wind and percussion instruments suchasthe trumpet, saxophone and drumkit, as well as newly introduced string and piano programmes.
“Despite ongoing financial challenges that have limited opportunities to tour and participate in music competitions across South Africa, the department has continued to flourish.”
Under Ntuli’sleadership, the musicdepartment has experienced exponential growth, creating apressing need for additional music classrooms and facilities.
Theexpansion of the department has includedthe introductionoftwo new marimba bands,a string orchestra, afull orchestra, a choir, and the appointment of four additional music staff members to accommodate the in-
creasing number of learners participating in music.
Three of these teachershave been hired through the Alexander Music Programme. Thisremarkable growth has transformed the department into one of the leading school music programmes in the region
Thenew Alexander Music Centre will feature six fully functioning classrooms, aHead of Department office, and astate-of-the-artauditorium.
In aheartfelt tribute, Ntuli haschosen to name the auditorium after his predecessor, Jackie Barnardo, who successfully ledthe music department beforeheassumed leadership in 2023.
The department’s mission remains focused on building acommunity of musicians dedicated to excellence in musicianship,personal growth, and the advancementofmusic education in South Africa.
The year 2025 hasbeen especially successful, with collaborations featuring renowned artists suchasDumza Maswanaand theacappella group, Legato, while securing sponsorship from Valentin hasbeen amajorhighlight Over the years, thedepartment hasalso gained national recognitionthroughappearancesonSABC, performances on Umhlobo Wenene FM’s Sunday Jazz show, hosted by Dumza Maswana, andcollaborations with SouthAfrican arts legends, Professor Dizu Plaatjies and SiyaMakhuzeni
School Principal Karl Lokotsch expressed immense prideinthe achievementsofthe music department andexcitement for thepromising venture ahead.
Ntuli extended heartfeltgratitude to the Greenwood parent body, theGreenwood family, school management, theSchool Governing Body andthe teachers for their unwavering supportthroughoutthe journey.
He alsoacknowledgedthe Eastern Cape Department of Education for supportingthe initiative to build thenew centre.
Ntuli alsopaidtributetohis dedicated music staff, describingthem as his “rock” andcommending their tireless efforts in helping secure thefunding alongsidethe learners. The music staff includesChadleyJohnson, Matthew Shone, NandeMzaidume, Abongile Sihawu, Russel Sneyd, Sihle Kakancu,Marichen Meyer andDanielle Munro.
Thembela Architects areheading theconstruction,with contractor Dekon Projects and quantity surveyors, Johnston andWilliams
Anyoneorany business wishing to contributetowards this inspiring initiative andthe continued growth of theAlexander Music Centre can contact Ntuli viaemailatlntuli@ greenwoodschool.co.za
Throughthis remarkable supportand recognition, hope,creativity, andconfidence continue to flourish within aschool communitythat haslongfacedlimited resources andopportunities, proving thelastingpowerofmusic to inspire anduplift.
Greenwood Primary PrincipalKarlLokotschgetsthe processunderway.
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TheodorHerzlequestriansheadedtoYouthChampionships
Isabella Muller has beenselected for the EasternCape Open Pony Equitation Team and the EasternCapeOpen Showing Team.
Threetalented learnersfromTheodor HerzlSchool have been selected to represent theEastern Cape at the2026 Toyota SA Equestrian Youth Championships, taking placeatthe Shongweni Equestrian Club from 27 June to 5July.
Finn’s Furry Friends: Lesa-Mare Harris is oncemorecalling fordonations of canned petfood, dry pet food, treats,blankets,wet food sachets and waterbowls foranimal shelters.Donations canbedropped offuntil 24 JuneatZBrands in Walmer,DayleeCreationsinLorraine,and Mount Pleasant VetinBuffelsfontein Road. Formoreinfo, contact lesamareharris@gmail.com.
R5 In-Shop BookSale: The Children’s Feeding TrustBookshopatthe Walmer Town Hall in Main Road are having aR5saleofall booksinthe shop(except collectables)this week untilSaturday, 20 June,from10:00 to 13:00 daily. Funds go towards helping to feed vulnerablechildren in the city and surrounding areas.
BootSale: The Forest Hill communitywill have abootsaleat Clover Crescent,ForestHill (open ground by Donkin Hospital), on 21 June,from 07:00 to 12:30. Formoreinfo, contact Ianat081 468 5077
Mollie en Wors: Hoërskool Kaap Recifevier vanjaar hulle 70stebestaansjaar.Lizz Meiring en Willie Esterhuizen gaan as die bekende Mollie en Wors in Die Geheim van’nGelukkigeHuwelik –Bly ’n Geheim op 25 Junie om 19:00 by die Impetus-teatersaam feesvier Kaartjiesisaanlyn by Quicket beskikbaar
Re-Seconds Market: Calling all collectors,treasurehuntersand those looking foruniqueitems to the Re-Seconds Market at Walmer Town Hall, Main Road on Sunday,28 June,from09:00 to 14:00.Comefor thethriftclothing, toys,Tupperware, jewellery,pet treats,hair accessories, home décor, vintageitems, food and coffee.Entry is free.Contact083 588 5823 or theresecondsmarket@gmail. comfor moreinfoand to booka spot National QuiltFestival: DiasQuilters’Guildwill be hosting the 23rd SA National QuiltFestival at Collegiate Girls’High School from 7to11 July. The festival willinclude 104 different workshops, lectures on avariety of topicsand exhibitions. Formoreinfo, visit www.sewawareness2026.co.za VWSA GolfDay: The VWSA Golf Daywill takeplace on 7August at theWedgewood GolfCourse in aid of the Mr Shakes Foundation.Shotgun startsat12:00.The Four Ballcostis R2,500,and the TeeBox cost is also
ChloeWiese hasbeen selected for the EasternCapeJuniorNoviceEquitation Team andthe EasternCapeJunior 90cmShow Jumping
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R2,500.Tobook or formoreinfo, contactStefan on stefan@steamm.co.za or 078800 5527
Gqeberha Central Men’sShed: Theymeetevery Monday from 10:30 to 12:00 atCaritas, 16WestStreet, NewtonPark(between TigerWheel and NewtonParkSpar).A men’s shed isa spacewhere mencan relax, get togethertotalk,worktogether,have acup of coffeeand create friends. All ages arewelcome.For moreinfo, WhatsApp Willie at 071142 3771 Caritas ServiceCentre: They welcome seniorcitizenstobecome members. Meals areavailableonorderdaily. Thetearoom is open every second Fridayofthe month.Trigym, pilatesand line dancing fitnesssessions areheldMondays to Thursdays Ablood pressure clinic is available monthly. The Centre alsoprovidesa library,artsand crafts,canasta, knitting groupsand socialoutings. The hall at 16 West Street,NewtonPark, is alsoavailablefor weddings andparties. Contact066 111 2497 Mondays to Fridays,from08:30to12:30
RELIGIOUS:
Healingand Deliverance: Thenext meeting will take placeonSaturday, 4 July, at 10:00 in Hall 4atthe Word of Faith Christian Centreonthe corner of William Moffett Expressway and LillyStreet,MangoldPark. Allare welcome.Freeof charge.
CityLights Church: This family-style,Bible-based church is affiliated with the Advancegroup of churches. We meet every Sunday at 09:30atThe EP Badminton Hall at the endofAlanDriveinWalmer Downs. WhatsApp Dave at 084 999 9197 formoreinfo. Hi’s PlaceDeveloping Centre: A church and healing serviceisheld every Sundaymorning at 09:00.All arewelcome.Directions: Drivefrom Gqeberha on OldCapeRoad, 1.6km past the Wedgewood Golf Course entrance, and enterthrough the gate of Sovereign Foodsonthe right-hand side of the road. Forinfo, contact PastorChristo Campher at 082 515 2294.
Send your Diary entriestopeexpress@novusmedia.co.zabyThursdayat16:00.Entriesmay be in English or Afrikaans
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JemmaSchewitzhas beenselectedfor theEasternCape Junior Open Equitation Team and theEasternCape Junior 1.20mShowJumping Team.
Weekendsportsnews,results
SELBY MADIKANE
KUYGAFAhosts U/21 Men’sMayoral games
KUYGAFootball Association U/21 Men's Mayoral Cup games brought hundreds of fans to Saint Albans Grounds on Saturday andSunday. Thetournament was played in a knockout format from the outset on Saturday. In the elimination stage, Futures FC kissed goodbye to the tournament following their 3-0loss to Seaview United FC. Eleven Wizards FC went down 2-1toBlue Aces FC. It was an uphill battle, but Valentino FC won 4-3 on penalties over M. Chiefs FC after theirgame ended in a1-1 draw.
Commanders FC earned an impressive 2-1 victory over Young Ideas FC while Saint Albans FC drubbed Sea View Young Stars FC 3-0ina one-sided clash. Rocklands United FC booked themselves aberth in the quarter-finals after they dropped Mighty Bayern FC 4-3onpenalties, having played to a1-1 full-time draw.
Commanders FC advanced to the semi-finals following their 1-0triumph over Saint Albans FC on Sunday. RocklandsUnited FC knocked out Blue Aces FC 2-1intheir tough encounter. It was not an easy game, butValentino FC defeated Seaview United FC 2-1.
Valentino FC continued with their back-to-back wins in the tournament as they dropped RocklandsUnited FC 4-3onpenalties after their game ended in a1-1 draw. Valentino FC lifted the KUYGA Football Association U/21 Men’sMayoral Cup after they beatCommandersFC1-0 in the final.
NMBMasters&LegendsFootballAssociationLeagueresults
NELSONMandela Bay Masters & Legends Football Association League games took place at various venues on Sunday.
Zwide Masters went down 2-0 to the unbeaten log leaders Sparks Masters at Khwezi Lomso Comprehensive High School. Brothers of Peace Masters, who are still unbeaten since the start of the league season, secured a 2-0win over Barcelona Masters at Khwezi Lomso Comprehensive High School. Zinyoka Bay Masters went down 3-1toYoung Pirates Masters at Mawabo Dyubhele Sports Complex in KwaDwesi. Walmer United Mas-
ters crashed to a4-1 defeat against Young BucksMastersatWalmer Community Grounds. AmaUnits Masters registered acomfortable 3-1 win over Uncedo Taxi Association Masters at Khwezi Lomso Comprehensive High School Grounds. Uitenhage Mastersembarrassed their neighbours,Uitenhage Legends, 5-2inaone-sided affairatVW People’s Pavilion Stadium in Kariega.Bay Masterssettled for a2-2 draw with Walmer MastersatKhwezi Lomso Comprehensive High School. Motherwell All Stars Masters were held to a1-1 draw by the unbeaten title contendersChatty Masters at Motherwell NU 9Community Grounds. Villagers Masters outplayed Khayelitsha Masters3-0 at Motherwell NU 9Community Grounds.VWMastersput up agood fight in their 1-0 losstoJoe Slovo Masters in their game at JoeSlovo.
NMB-IFAleagueweektworesults
NELSON Mandela Bay-Industrial Football Association (NMB-IFA) League hosted their second-week games at Dana, Morewag Primary School, andShatterprufe Struandale Groundson31May.
Dana1Field: Benteler lost by default as they didnot turn up for their game against Purem by Eberspacher.SovereignFoods registered acommanding 6-2 victory over the newcomers, Black Magic. Despite their 4-3 defeat, Adient PPC played their hearts out against Kanu.
Dana 2Field: Thesupporters of Volpes were frustrated when they saw their side go down 7-1 to Dana. Key-Pak claimed awell-deserved 2-0 victory over Sasko. Borbet SA (Pty) Ltdmanaged to securea2-0 triumph over the newcomers, TritonExpress Môrewag Primary School: Fresenius Kabi cruised to an impressive 3-0 win againstResrgRehau. Spectators were treated to high-standardfootball after Willard-Auto Xregistered anarrow 1-0 winover Tradekor The leaguechampions Tenneco Ride Control SA (Pty) Ltd succumbed 3-0 to Mondelez ShatterprufeStruandaleGrounds: To the dismay of Shatterprufe Struandale supporters,theirsidedid not show up for their game against Forvia PortElizabeth. Continental Tyres supporters were jubilant over their side’s well-deserved 4-0 victory against Dairy Group. Fomoco Ford
fought tooth and nailintheir5-3 loss to Sasko.
ScoreEnergy Drink EPRUGrand ChallengeLeagueattractsspectators SPECTATORSweretreated to attractive ScoreEnergy DrinkEPRU GrandChallenge League games recently.
Top12teams: Gardens RFCearned acomprehensive46-34 victoryover Grahamstown Brumbies RFCin Kariega. Hankey Villagers RFC, who played their hearts out, went down 33-26 to Park RFCatWeza Park in Hankey. StarofHope RFCsuffered anarrow35-24 defeat to Kruisfontein RFCatJabavu Stadium in KwaNobuhle.
Jeffreys Bay RFCovercame PE Harlequins RFC22-21 in an uphill battle at PellsrusStadium.
Division 1B teams:Kwaru RFC supporters were over the moon after their side earned aclose 24-10 victory over Despatch Oostelikes RFCatthe Dan Qeqe Stadium in Zwide. Born Fighters RFCclaimed ahard-fought 30-15 victoryover Central RFCin Somerset East.
Kirkwood RFCsecured anarrow 24-13 triumph over Suburbans RFC at BergsigRugby Field in Kirkwood. Evergreen RFCgave agood account of themselves in their 15-13 defeat to African BombersRFC at the Cradock Sports Grounds.Inthe local derby at NewBrighton Oval Stadium, Motherwell RFCgave SpringRose RFCa runfor their money, but SpringRose RFCnarrowly won 26-25.
Division 1C teams:Helenvale RFC suffered a20-17 home defeat to their neighbours, Windvogel United RFC, at Helenvale Grounds. Middelburg Eagles RFCsupporters were over the moon after their side overcame Kareedouw RFCTigersatthe Midos Sports Grounds in Middelburg. SAP/CrusadersRFC supporters were heartbroken after they saw their side succumb to a38-7 defeat against Orlando Eagles RFCatStthe George’sRugby Grounds in Central. St Mark’s RFCdefeated Despatch 2312 in atough game at the Alicedale Sports Grounds in Alicedale. Lily White RFC, who played their hearts out, lost 34-30 to Middelburg Excelsior RFCatthe Miki Yili Stadium in Makhanda. It was agruelling task, but Adelaide RangersRFC secured anarrow13-12 win over KlipfonteinRFC in Adelaide.