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A JOURNO’S VOICE
In a country with sluggish economic growth, more and more people remain outside the labour market This will only get worse if urgent steps are not taken to curb this ticking time bomb
This is particularly painful when one looks at the country’s youth South Africa simply does not have enough jobs for everyone Yet, annually, we produce graduates who cannot get jobs Youth unemployment currently stands at more than 40% and it surged to 46,1% in the first quarter of this year These figures will continue to grow as long as our economy remains stagnant
What is extremely worrying is the failure by our political principals to act decisively in this regard or make much noise about it Every politician in this country knows unemployment is our biggest challenge and threatens the very freedom many before us fought so hard to achieve
Yet we continuously hear politicians making false promises about the need to eradicate this problem The fact is we can never eradicate unemployment, but with the right people and economically viable policies the country can make a massive dent towards these figures
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently announced the establishment of a National Dialogue Could this be an answer to the unemployment problem? Only time will tell However, the projected R700 million for this exercise is a big concern The money can be used to fund startups for some of our youth under the guidance of some of the country’s top financial brains Many young people are thriving by embarking on this path The majority did so without any form of guidance but based on the knowledge they acquired at certain tertiary institutions or just based on wisdom and grace Aspiring business owners should be invited to apply for funding for start-ups This must be followed by a rigorous nationwide process, spearheaded by some of the country’s top businesspeople to screen and select individuals with business acumen for a prospering economy
THULANI MAGAZI
Grandmotherturns painintopurpose
In a small corner of Hangberg in Hout Bay 70-year old Vivinia Wichman has made it her mission to feed the hungry, using nothing but her pension, donated ingredients and a deep sense of purpose
Since 2019, she has been preparing warm, nourishing meals from her own home twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday, at first serving around 70 people in need, a number that has grown What began as a personal journey
through hardship has grown into a lifeline for others When her grandson was diagnosed with cancer Wichman said she found strength through faith, family and the help of her community “We cleared it with prayers, support and my pension,” she said “When he recovered I looked around and realised that others were still struggling, just in a different way ” Driven by that realisation, Wichman began cooking large pots of stew for those who had no meals at home “I believe in making food that fills the
Municipality denies claims of exclusion
NAMHLAMONAKALI
Community leaders in Hangberg have strongly criticised the City of Cape Town for denying them access to the Hangberg Sport Centre during Youth Day weekend, 14–16 June, when a three-day youth-empowerment programme was set to take place.
In a press statement issued by community activist Roscoe Jacobs organisers condemned the City’s refusal as “ a blatant disregard for the needs of young people” and “ a betrayal of the very ideals for which Youth Day stands” They warned such decisions further entrenched gangsterism, crime and social disillusionment among marginalised youth
The event was meant to offer workshops, dialogues and recreational activities, honouring youth struggle icons such as Ashley Kriel and Coline Williams In response to media queries sent by People’s Post, the City’s Recreation and Parks Department said there was no formal application for venue use It said organisers had engaged via email only to request contributions, not to book the facility
Moreover, the City said the Hang-
DENYING YOUTH DAY VENUE TO YOUTH IS AN INSULT TO JUNE 16
berg Civic Centre and Sports Field were closed for repairs, with work expected to be completed by the end of this month (June)
“No events are currently allowed due to the scheduled repair work,” the department confirmed
Asked whether alternative venues had been offered, the City said none were available in the Hout Bay area It added facilities were accessible to communities via a booking process and concessions may be made for qualifying applications under the City’s Concession Policy
Despite municipal constraints, the event proceeded with funding support from a wifi company
Jacobs called on civil society, the private sector and political leaders to support youth-development initiatives in under-served communities
“We reject exclusionary governance and reaffirm collective responsibility to build inclusive spaces honouring the spirit of June 16 ”
Ward73heroeshonouredatCityCivicAwards
NAMHLA MONAKALI
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Three residents of Ward 73 were honoured for their exceptional service to the community at the 2025 Subcouncil 20 Civic Awards ceremony, one of the City of Cape Town’s highest forms of civic recognition
Roger Graham, Laurian Sachs, and Desiree “Aunty Des” De Lange received the awards for their unwavering dedication to uplifting public spaces and supporting vulnerable communities within the ward
“These awards are a small but meaningful way to say thank you on behalf of all of Ward 73,” said Ward councillor Eddie Andrews “Roger, Laurian and Aunty Des are shining examples of what it means to lead with heart and purpose ”
The Civic Awards honour individuals who have made significant
contributions in social, community or civic service
This year ’ s recipients embody that spirit, each playing a unique role in improving the lives of others
Graham, chair of Friends of the Meadowridge and an active member of the Meadowridge Sports Precinct Committee, was recognised for his environmental stewardship He has consistently rallied residents to care for public spaces, promoting sustainable engagement with local parks and recreational areas
Sachs, chair of the Friends of the Constantia Valley Greenbelt, was celebrated for her work in transforming an underused space in Barbarossa into a vibrant experiential garden and gathering spot for children and families
Her efforts have revitalised the area and rekindled community pride
De Lange was honoured for her social outreach work, particularly in areas of Ward 73 affected by poverty
Through partnerships she helped form, Aunty Des has facilitated a weekly soup kitchen, providing food and dignity to residents in need
“In public service, we are constantly reminded that real, sustainable progress happens when individuals take ownership of their neighbourhoods,” said Andrews
“Each of these residents has given generously of their time, energy and care Their efforts often go unseen, but their impact is felt daily in the lives they touch ”
The ceremony served not only to recognise these individuals, but to inspire broader community participation and remind residents that lasting change begins with everyday acts of service
From left: Laurian Sachs , Eddie Andrews, Desiree De Lange and Roger Graham
Police confiscated 99 Mandrax tablets, 111 plastic packets containing crystal meth, four packets of dagga and an undisclosed amount of cash after searching a flat in Grasryk Court, Ottery on Monday 16 June. PHOTO SUPPL ED
Man nabbed with drugs
A 28-year old man was arrested for dealing in drugs after police searched premises in Grasryk Court, Ottery on Monday 16 June
The result of Operation Shanela, an ongoing multi-pronged approach to fighting crime nationally, whether through conducting blitzes or roadblocks collaboratively and which was
Hospital staff feel helpless, tired
Acommentary piece in the South African Journal of Science by Prof Jacqueline Hoare of the University of Cape Town (UCT) has ignited urgent national debate around the emotional toll of South Africa’s public healthcare crisis and the leadership response it demands
Hoare, head of the Division of Consultation Liaison Psychiatry at Groote Schuur Hospital and UCT, argues that “emotional leadership” is no longer optional but a critical tool to support healthcare workers facing burnout, moral distress and deteriorating working conditions amid national budget cuts
“Emotional leadership is not a luxury It is a necessity,” Hoare writes Her call comes as South Africa’s healthcare system battles severe financial strain following the 2024’25 budget cuts, the withdrawal of funding from international partners such as USAID, PEPFAR and the NIH, and an ever-increasing disease burden The result: fewer staff, diminished research capacity, fewer training opportunities and worsening mental health among professionals in already under-resourced facilities
A 2023 survey by the Medical
“EMOTIONAL LEADERSHIP IS NOT A LUXURY. IT IS A NECESSITY.”
particularly on moral distress, the emotional and ethical injury health professionals suffer when they are unable to act in patients’ best interests due to systemic constraints Delayed surgeries, collapsed infrastructure and suspended health science projects leave workers feeling helpless, disillusioned and depleted, she explains
“This is not the way medicine is meant to be practiced, with clinicians detached, isolated and drained We’re not just losing energy, but our sense of purpose, ” she writes Hoare defines emotional leadership as the capacity to lead with empathy, humility and clear communication, fostering safe, supportive team environments It is built on four key competencies: self-awareness, empathy, social skills and relationship management
While acknowledging that emotional leadership will not fix broken systems, she argues that it can help shift workplace culture and retain staff who might otherwise leave the profession
Research cited in the article sug-
Hoare urges institutions to formally recognise emotional labour as a leadership skill, to integrate emotional intelligence into medical training, and to create psychologically safe environments where speaking up and seeking help is encouraged
“We can’t keep relying on a few heroic individuals while the system
erodes beneath them,” she writes “Caring for the carers must be a core institutional value ”
She concludes with a call to leaders in health and academia to embrace emotional leadership not merely as a soft skill, but as an ethical and strategic priority
“Making medicine about people, both patients and providers, begins with how we lead,” Hoare writes “It starts with one conversation, one colleague, and one moment of empathy at a time ”
Donation brings joy to residents
AVRILFILLIES
Approximately 450 residents from areas such as Ottery, Parkwood, Philippi, Wetton, Freedom Park informal settlement and Strandfontein benefitted from the Chinatown Winter Outreach Programme on Saturday 14 June
This venture was done in partnership with Keith Blake, a retired police officer from Ottery and former operational commander at Table Bay Harbour, Shuwing Lieu, CEO of Chinatowns and the Tzu Chi Foundation “Over the past ten years, I received requests from Lieu to nominate disadvantaged communities to receive winter parcels as that they are handing out food parcels every year The inclement weather we have experienced over the past month forced me to ask Lieu to move the winter outreach forward by a month I spoke to residents in the informal settlement and they said they are freezing from the wet and cold and chopped up all the trees in Woodlands Road in Ottery for firewood to keep warm, ” Blake says “I phoned Lieu, my friend since 1982, and relayed the messages from the residents and after discussing this with his managers he said the winter programme will be on Saturday June 14 at the Ottery branch Tina and I were summoned to his office on Friday 13 June for a meeting and reaffirmed that each person nominated by me will receive a 25-litre bucket filled with some groceries, a blanket and 10kg rice donated by the Tzu Chi Foundation to life With the support of Tzu Chi
Joan Wu and William Wu from the Tzu Chi Foundation with the former mayor of Cape Town, Dan Plato, at the winter programme of China Town in Ottery
New plans to eradicate extortion
KAYLYNNEBANTOM
Establishing ways to fight the scourge of extortion, which is fast becoming the new currency of control crippling communities through fear and financial ruin, was top on the agenda at a Multi-Sectoral Anti-Extortion Summit held recently
Convened by the Western Cape Government the summit, held in Century City on Tuesday 17 June, aimed to assess the impact of extortion on the province’s economy as well as identify gaps in how law-enforcement authorities are addressing it
Stakeholders attending the discussion included officials from several provincial government departments, the City of Cape Town, South African Police Service (Saps), representatives of the business community and civil society
In a press statement Premier Alan Winde highlighted that late last year about R400 million in infrastructure projects in the province were halted due to extortion
“This is intolerable,” he declared “We must recommit to working closer together to hit back at these criminals
“One way in which we can do this is by giving provinces and municipalities more of a say in policing, adequately resourcing the police in our province – with crime intelligence significantly bolstered - and by properly capacitating the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) ”
Winde said in recent years extortion has evolved from isolated incidents into an organised systemic pattern of criminality
He added that construction sites were among
STAKEHOLDERS REAFFIRMED THEIR COMMITMENT TO A STRONGER COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
the main targets of “extortion mafias” with the public-transport sector and hospitality industry also under attack
Anroux Marais, Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, said extortion posed a direct threat to livelihoods, small businesses, infrastructure development and public services
“It undermines the rule of law, instils fear in communities and leaves many of our residents despondent
“When gangs and syndicates impose ‘protection fees’ on residents, business owners and contractors they are not just stealing money but opportunities that hamper our collective job-creation efforts ”
Stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to a stronger collaborative approach, integrating law enforcement, community organisations and businesses to dismantle extortion networks
Marais said provincial government remained steadfast in its commitment to eradicate extortion
“The valuable contributions made during the summit will feed directly into our collective strategic interventions to follow ”
Col André Traut, provincial commander, said to ensure a focused and coordinated response to extortion police have established two key enforcement units
These include a provincial extortion task team,
comprising provincial detectives specialising in investigating extortion-related crimes
“This unit’s primary role is to gather intelligence, conduct surveillance and build strong cases for prosecution, and they are hard at work with their task ”
The second unit is an Integrated Extortion Team: Comprising police, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and other key role-players
“This team meets to devise strategic interventions, share intelligence and execute joint operations to tackle criminal syndicates,” explained Traut
He added that to secure convictions police have boosted their collaboration with the NPA, which led to the Director of Public Prosecutions assigning a dedicated State Advocate to provide police with legal guidance during these investigations
According to Traut, police have bolstered visibility in crime hotspots, such as business districts, transportation hubs and schools
Traut said in the 2024-’25 financial year 115 suspects involved in extortion were arrested
“Continued investigations are expected to lead to further arrests that will result in a dent in organised crime ”
He added that some schools in hotspot areas have also been targeted by extortionists and several safety measures have been put in place
These include police escorts for learners
“Particularly in areas where criminal elements have attempted to extort protection money
Community policing initiatives to involve parents, teachers, and local law enforcement in ensuring school safety ”
Traut reiterated that public cooperation is crucial in the fight against extortion and encouraged the community to get involved
He said through robust law enforcement, legal action, and community collaboration, the province is actively working to dismantle extortion networks and restore public confidence in security and justice
. If you have any information about extortion, report it anonymously via the toll-free hotline: 0800 31 44 44
Western Cape Government the summit held in Century City on Tuesday 17 June PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Bridget eats another truck
KEANANHARMSE
The City of Cape Town says it is considering implementing changes to Muizenberg’s railway bridge, popularly known as the truck-eating bridge, to curb the number of trucks sustaining damages after failing to heed the signs
This follows a recent incident on Tuesday 17 June when the infamous railway bridge dubbed “Bridget” claimed another victim The delivery truck sustained significant damage after the driver allegedly failed to heed the 2,5 metre height warning sign
The City says it has exhausted its current options when it comes to alleviating the number of over-height vehicles sustaining damages when trying to cross Bridget on Atlantic Road
Rob Quintas, Mayco member for urban mobility, says: “Our strategies included: the implementation of various signage and other safety measures on all approaches to the bridge to alert drivers to the height restriction and guide them toward alternative routes via Albertyn Road, which can safely accommodate overheight vehicles safely over the railway line As well as technology-based warning systems which have been installed on both sides of the bridge to further assist in alerting drivers of
the approaching height restriction ”
People’s Post spoke with Muizenberg resident Kevin Rack, who says he lives close to the bridge with a window that faces directly towards it
“One day I saw a truck driver reverse a double articulated truck down Atlantic Road after breaking just before the bridge It takes great skill to reverse a double articulated truck down such a narrow road I interviewed 95 drivers who either hit or nearly missed the bridge causing traffic congestion
“This section is very poor urban design, it is counter intuitive as well as hard for trucks to turn right down Vlei and Albertyn roads than to go left to the waiting jaws of Bridgette
The drivers have a lot of pressure with their GPS nagging them to go left,” he said
More recently, he has noted a reduction in truck collisions near Bridget through the safety awareness campaigns done by the community and the City but feels more could be done to avoid more accidents and traffic congestion
“There has been a drastic reduction in the number of trucks hitting the bridge There are times where there were four hits in a week The Facebook group has been phenomenal in raising the awareness of the problem embarrassing the City into action The City engineers were brilliant, it did take a lot of coming back
truck sustained significant damage to its cargo area
and forth and back again, to reduce the number of strikes with height sensors, signage and flashing lights
The problem then was the traffic congestion in getting the stopped truck around, however after a radio interview we asked Google to adjust their maps, ” he said
Quintas added the Urban Mobility Directorate has commissioned a report to investigate introducing an overhead gong and plan how this would work operationally
The results of this study will be available in the coming weeks
“Further, as part of the current congestion alleviation project in Muizenberg, the technical team investigated the feasibility of eliminating the Albertyn Road rail level crossing by means of a grade separated structure (Henley Overpass) The outcome of the study revealed that the overpass was geometrically achievable The overpass was not continued through
the
THERE HAS BEEN A DRASTIC REDUCTION IN THE NUMBER OF TRUCKS HITTING THE BRIDGE
to preliminary design and the associated statutory approvals (environmental and heritage), but it was recommended that a new project be commissioned to explore the options of eliminating the Albertyn Road rail level crossing This Level Crossing Elimination (LCE) project should, at least, include raising the rail bridge/ lowering Atlantic Road and the Henley Overpass as options to provide safe overhead clearance for heavy vehicles,” he said All of the above-mentioned options
remain at a very early stage and once a final decision is made, the implementation will be subject to budget availability
“Incidents at this location typically involve drivers who are either unaware of their vehicle’s height or disregard the clearly marked signage Professional drivers, in particular, have a responsibility to know the dimensions of their vehicles and to operate them safely to avoid collisions that cause significant delays and disruptions for other road users, ” Quintas said Zinobulali Mihi, Prasa spokesperson, said the bridge is “in accordance with the correct structural specifications for bridges
“The road is also marked with the correct signage, including the one on the bridge PRASA Western Cape advises motorists to take the necessary precautions whilst using the bridge and to adhere to the road signage ”
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2,5 metre height warning on the affectionately named “Bridget” railway bridge in Muizenberg on Tuesday 17 June. PHOTOS BYRON LOCKER
An aerial view highlighting Albertyn Road which the City is considering as a guide to steer trucks towards alternative routes
IlTrovatoreonenightinCityHall
Opera has often been blamed of gatekeeping, and not without reason.
For too long, the art form has suffered under the weight of its own perceived exclusivity
But that’s changing - not just globally, but right here in South Africa Institutions like Opera UCT are dismantling that myth by making opera accessible, relevant and proudly rooted in the African experience
And performances like their upcoming concert staging of Il Trovatore taking place on Thursday 26 June at Cape Town City Hall show that opera doesn’t need fancy costumes or sets to be powerful When the music is honest, the setting becomes secondary
There’s a reason opera has lasted over 400 years It speaks to something universal in us - a need to feel, to connect, to reckon with beauty and pain in a single breath And far from being the relic some imagine it to be, opera today is not only surviving
- it’s quietly staging one of the most remarkable cultural comebacks of our time
Younger audiences across the globe are rediscovering opera - not because
OPERA REMINDS
US WHAT IT MEANS TO FEEL - RAW,
UNFILTERED,AND UNASHAMED.
it’s trendy, but because it’s timeless It has something the world is desperately short on: emotional honesty
Though opera is often associated with chandeliers, gowns and imported European elitism, its roots are deeply populist
The earliest operas, especially those of Verdi and Puccini, were the Netflix and Tele Novellas of their timewildly emotional, thrilling, unapologetically dramatic They were made for working people, sung in the street, staged in makeshift theatres, telling stories of injustice, love, war, betrayal and redemption
Opera was never designed to be a luxury It was always meant to be an experience - total immersion in voice, music, and human feeling That remains true today
No algorithm can replicate the feeling of sitting in a room with a living, breathing voice trained to move your
soul without a microphone
In a world of scrolling and skipping, opera forces you to pause, witness, and feel - deeply and without distraction
Seeing a South African singer like Nontobeko Bhengu, just awarded a Fleur du Cap and soon heading to the Bavarian State Opera, perform on home soil is a cultural moment
Hearing Mkhanyiseli Dyantyi, bound for the National Opera Studio in London, bring Verdi’s Il Trovatore to life at Cape Town City Hall is not only powerful - it’s historic Opera is often in a foreign language But heartbreak is universal So is desire So is the sound of someone putting everything they have into a single note
To say that opera is “coming back” suggests it went somewhere But it’s always been here - quietly waiting for us to listen again
In this age of curated perfection and attention fatigue, opera reminds us what it means to feel - raw, unfiltered, and unashamed It asks us to sit still and be moved To be human Tickets for the one night only concert performance of Il Trovatore are on Webtickets and start at R175 per person
YoungmusiciansshineatArtscape youthjazzsoloists1976concert
Artscape’s Youth Jazz Series reached a spectacular high point with the Youth Jazz Soloists Concert on Friday 13 June at the Artscape Theatre, featuring 14 outstanding young musicians aged 15 to 23
The concert showcased eight original compositions, the result of a month-long mentorship programme that empowers young jazz artists and honours the legacy of the 1976 youth uprising
The initiative, which began in 2003, is one of Artscape’s flagship programmes and has grown into a vital platform for emerging musicians from diverse backgrounds
This year ’ s concert marked a significant tribute to both the youth of 1976 and the memory of struggle photographer Rashid Lombard and renowned jazz guitarist Alvin Dyers, both of whom were instrumental in shaping South Africa’s jazz and cul-
tural landscape “Youth Day is more than just a slogan for us at Artscape and our partners,” said Marlene le Roux, CEO of Artscape “We work all year to ensure young people are mentored, seen, and supported, not just for performance but for personal and community transformation ”
Just 14 soloists were chosen by a panel of top South African jazz mentors These mentors guided the soloists through composition, collaborative songwriting and jazz repertoire workshops leading up to the concert The soloists included vocalists, guitarists, bass guitarists, drummers, tenor saxophonist, trombonist and trumpeter
Under the leadership of Prof Tiffin, AYJ director since 2017, the young musicians delivered a moving and technically impressive performance
“The programme provides the participants with an insider’s experience
of a professional production,” said Tiffin
“It has become a launchpad for many young artists who go on to become performers, recording artists, and educators ”
The soloists performed work from iconic South African jazz artists such as Sibongile Khumalo, Alvin Dyers, Bokani Dyer, Zoe Modiga, Nomfundo Xaluva and Chadleigh Gowar
The concert highlighted the depth of talent and professionalism nurtured within the programme
Made possible through support from the Western Cape Education Department, the Artscape Youth Jazz Series is not only a developmental opportunity but also a powerful act of remembrance and resistance “We owe it to the youth of 1976 who died for a cause, that we continue to transfer skills to today’s youth,” said Le Roux
The ‘Il Trovatore’ will take place at Cape Town City Hall
Franco von Wielligh (saxophone), Zakhiel Davids (trumpet) Aviwe Macutwana (trombone) with vocalists Andrea Martinez, Caleb Meyer and Sarah Pengilly PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Bayviewgetsunderwaythisweek
AVRILFILLIES
The 64 teams competing in the 10th Bayview u-16 Youth Cup know exactly in which group and against who they are playing, after the draw on Monday 16 June at Mondale High School in Portland, Mitchells Plain.
The teams were divided into 16 groups of four teams each and most of the teams are from Cape Town besides Beaufort West and a team from Namibia
The guest speaker was Duncan Crowie, a retired striker of Santos and Bafana Bafana
When asked where the team fell short last year, he had the following to say
“Reaching the final is already a positive for the team Playing in a tournament of this magnitude is difficult and anything can happen
“The important thing is what we took away
as positives in last year ’ s tournament,’’ says Crowie
The tournament starts on Sunday 29 June and ends with the final on Saturday 16 August at Athlone Stadium
‘‘Our goal is the same as in any other tournament or game The goal is to play to the best of our ability, as individuals and as a collective and to improve on the previous game
“Tournaments for age groups are important for the players to test their strength against better opposition Tournaments like the Bayview Youth Cup gives us that opportunity It is an
important part of their development and to play against their peers under intense situations,”
he says
It is a known fact that Luke Baartman and Faiz Abrahams, now at Stellenbosch FC, started at the Youth Academy at Ikamva in Parow Crowie says there is always one player putting up his hand as the next big player at Spurs and this time there are so many around If you want to know who they are you ’ ll have to wait and see what the Bayview tournament brings to the fore
“If you look at the players in the squads of PSL teams you’ll see familiar faces/names of Ajax/ Cape Town Spurs donning other colours Our Academy produces more First team players than any other academy
“At Spurs we only have trials for the u-12 division In all other division the players need to be scouted or recommended We don’t have bad
players in our academy but their attitude will determine how long they stay at the academy,” he says
All the youth coaches at CT Spurs must have qualifications to coach in their specific age group
“We are encouraging them to attend more coaching courses on a regular basis to stay in touch with the modern trends of the game The game evolves all the time and we need to stay on top of it
“My message to all the teams who are competing, remember there will only be one winner All 64 teams can be winners if they go away from the tournament and improve on their shortcomings and reinforce their strengths as observed and experienced during the tournament But the most important thing is to enjoy the event and play to the best of your ability,” Crowie concludes
