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Gekraakte damwal ’ngevaar
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Die gevaar van n gekraakte damwal mag dalk nou in n ramp verander, sê inwoners van Wyk 103 wat rondom die Lisbonstraat-retensiedam in Uitzicht woon
Dawie Coetzer praat vir n groep bekommerde inwoners wat vrees dat die damwal as gevolg van n gebrek aan instandhouding weens die winterreën kan meegee, wat skade aan eiendom en selfs n verlies van menselewens tot gevolg kan hê Coetzer het die erosie en lekplek in die damwal se struktuur al in
Junie 2023 aan die Stad Kaapstad se subraad 7 gerapporteer "Daar is beloof om dit onmiddellik reg te maak, maar daar was geen reaksie van die munisipaliteit nie Ek het dit weer later in die wintermaande opgevolg, maar is daar net altyd beloftes gemaak dat die regte departement sal aandag gee aan die probleem," sê hy NABLADSY2
DOWN WITH DOUGH BAKES IN BOSTON
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Thrilled to keep growing the business,Down with Dough’s special
and packaging space at Alta du Toit Centre: Aidan Hamel,Kaci Gebers,Roelie Roelofse (back row),Keri-Mei Hoy,Hanneke van Niekerk,Joshua Rutherfoord (second row),Morgen Briel,Sean Doms,Jennifer Harker (third row),Sarah Hansen,Anesh Pole and Marcel Fast (front) Read more on page 7
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THURSDAY3APRIL
. Duplicate Bridge meets at Milnerton Bridge Club every Thursday at 12:15 for 12:30 until 16:00 at Milnerton Library, 81 Pienaar Road, Milnerton. For more information contact Dot Pickett on 083 455 4930 or Dorothy.pickett1@gmail com
SATURDAY5APRIL
. Hannah’s Place of Safety will host its first fundraising fun walk on the Sea Point Promenade Entry will cost R100 per person and can be done on the day The registration point will be at the Lighthouse from 07:00 to 08:30 The walk starts at 09:00 Pre-registered walkers will only collect race numbers on the day in a separate line For anyone wanting to pre-register, banking information can be found on their Facebook page: Hannah’s Place of Safety.
. The Durbanville Craft Market will take place at 5 Louw Street Durbanville and will cater for anyone looking for all things furry Pet products Dog trainers/handlers, registered animals, charities, adoptions and so much more For more information contact 066 0597251 or email durbanvillecraftmarket@gmail com
. Join the Goodwood market from 09:00 to 13:20 at Goodwood Sports Club for an exciting shopping event with stylish clothing, accessories, and unbeatable deals. The market is free to enter, and there will be donation bins for garments to support the less fortunate Free parking is available at the corner of Alice and Milton Streets. For more details, send an email to thegoodwoodmarket@gmail com . Die volgende byeenkoms van die Durbanville-Poësiekring vind plaas om 10:00 in die Durbanville-biblioteeksaal Johanna Coetzee sal die befaamde digter Hennie Nortjé se jongste digbundel, Noord van Malelane, bespreek. Kom luister gerus saam as gas teen R50 of sluit aan by die Kring vir net R200 per jaar Kontak Lesley van der Vyver by 083 460 4571 of teachervdv@gmail com vir meer inligting.
FRIDAY11APRIL
. Alta du Toit School in Kuils River will host an open day to provide potential sponsors and community members with an inside look at the incredible work being done to support learners with intellectual disabilities. Contact Wendy Homann on 0219034178 or liaison@altadutoit co.za to RSVP or for more information.
SATURDAY12APRIL
. Easter Egg Hunt in the “Top Secret” Tunnels and Bunkers under Table Mountain at 10:30 Bring your family for a late morning of historical adventure and fun. Explorers need to be walking fit, as there are steps and obstacles to hurdle and ladders to climb Children need to be accompanied by an adult The trail starts and ends at the Big Cannon in Apostles Battery, Llandudno Space is limited to 20, so book early Contact Matt via email mattweisse@mweb co.za to book
. The Andries Olivier Quadriplegic Centre will be hosting an Easter market from 09:00 to 14:00 An Easter egg hunt for children will be presented at 11:00 There will also be a jumping castle, books for sale and amazing raffle prizes up for grabs. Stalls are available at R200 each Contact Jean on 083 356 0001 or Rosabelle on 081 497 4044 with enquiries. . Die NG kerk Bellville-Wes se Manne-ontbyt met Hein Wagner, die blinde man met 'n visie, vind plaas vanaf 09:30 Kaartjies kos R120 per persoon Kontak die Kerkkantoor by 021 948 2402 of Andra/Kruiskoffie by 082 896 4288 vir meer inligting
SUNDAY13APRIL
. Humans and four-legged friends are invited to strut their stuff at the seventh Paws on the Promenade – a dog walk fundraiser for the Mdzananda Animal Clinic in Khayelitsha. The dog walk sets off at 08:30 at the Mouille Point lighthouse, the 5km route will extend to the Sea Point swimming pool and back. Everyone is welcome - humans without fourlegged friends too Tickets cost R50 per person, R50 per dog, and R25 for children under 12 and are available at Quicket (www.qkt.io/pawsonprom2025) or on the day from 08:00 All pet owners are encouraged to dress up or to wear something orange, the Mdzananda Animal Clinic logo colour Visit www mdzananda.co.za or contact marcelle@mdzananda. co.za for more information.
WEDNESDAY16APRIL
. Tygerberg Tuin- en Blommeklub-byeenkoms by NGK Parow Welgelegen (La Provencestraat 47, Welgelegen), 09:30 vir 10:00
Sprekers: Cornell Beukes - Die bou en plant van rotstuine & Diana de Vos: Simboliek in blommekuns. Blommekunskompetisie – Tradisionele Loof Driehoek-ontwerp Tee word van 09:30 voorsien Kontak Beatrix Lambert-Bestbier by 082 873 9864 vir meer
Pinotageheritage celebratedat Meerendal
Anew chapter for the historic Pinotage vineyard at Meerendal Wine Estate is unfolding as South Africa celebrates 100 years of Pinotage.
Planted in 1955, the Pinotage Heritage Block turns 70 this year, a testament to the resilience and character of old vines
With a renewed commitment to organic farming and sustainability, this vintage reflects a philosophy that honours the past while embracing the future It is a registered Heritage Vineyard with the Old Vine project
To mark the occasion, the 2023 Single Vineyard Heritage Block Pinotage wine was unveiled at a special event last week to signal a new era for one of Meerendal’s most historic vineyards
Says cellarmaster Wade Roger Lund, “I believe that this historical block has a special place in the history of Pinotage and the fact that these old blocks tend to promote the more elegant style of Pinotage is a bonus for me
“It matches perfectly with my philosophy for the block and Meerendal in general, softer and more refined texture and structure be ”
Guests were treated to an exclusive guided tasting of this landmark release, as well as the 2024 vintage that is still in the barrel The new label is a close replica of the 1969 Meerendal Pinotage label in the same font and colours
It was unveiled ceremoniously by Herman Coertze, owner of Meerendal and Wade Roger-Lund at the start of the tasting with the 2023 vintage bottle next to a recently recorked 1969 bottle
HAND-HARVESTED
The grapes were hand-harvested in the early morning to retain freshness and fermented in the traditional open-top fermenters with gentle punch-downs every six hours
Thereafter the wine was aged for 16 months in 45% new 300 litre French oak barrels and in second fill French oak barrels The wine was bottled unfiltered for maximum expression of flavour in September 2023
The wine has a deep ruby red with a purple rim
It has layers of dark berries, black cherries, and plums with hints of mocha, spice, and vanilla The palate is full-
Durbanville Craft Market
The Durbanville Craft Market is presented on Saturday 5 April from 09:00 to 14:00 at 5 Louw Street in Durbanville Phone 066 0597251 or send an email to durbanvillecraftmarket@gmail com with enquiries
Regstelling
Die volgende byeenkoms van die Durbanville-Poësiekring vind plaas Woensdag 9 April, en nie 2 April so verlede week gepubliseer nie Johanna Coetzee sal die befaamde Hennie Nortjé se jongste digbundel van Malelane, bespreek Kom luiste gerus saam as gas teen R50 of sluit die Kring vir net R200 per jaar Ko Lesley van der Vyver by 083 460 45 teachervdv@gmail com vir meer in TygerBurger vra om verskoning v fout
Paws to strut their stuff on Promenad
Humans and four-legged friends ar invited to strut their stuff at the se Paws on the Promenade – a dog wa fundraiser for the Mdzananda Anim Clinic in Khayelitsha
The dog walk will take place Sun 13 April at 08:30 Starting at the Mo Point lighthouse, the 5km route wi extend to the Sea Point swimming and back Shorter turnaround poin old, tired, and injured pets (or hum will be available
“Our 2024 Paws on the Promenad a great success with an attendance 325 dogs, one cat, and 614 humans budget of just R4 475, we raised R4 We hope to raise even more funds this year’s event
MEERENDAL WINE ESTATE
MARKS 100 YEARS OF HISTORIC PINOTAGE
bodied with silky tannins, rich fruit concentration, and well-integrated oak
The wine has a long and elegant finish with lingering notes of dark chocolate and spice Although the wine is delicious to enjoy now, it has excellent maturation potential for 10-15 years for added complexity
Only 850 bottles of 750ml and 235 bottles of 1,5l were made after a stringent selection of the best barrels of the 2023 vintage and each bottle is individually numbered
The 750ml bottles will be selling for R1 250 from the Cellar door and at selected wine specialist shops
OLDESTPINOTAGEVINEYARD
Meerendal Wine Estate boasts the oldest Pinotage vineyard in the Wine of Origin (WO) Cape Town and Durbanville: its Heritage Block Pinotage is one of the four oldest remaining Pinotage vineyards in South Africa
Meerendal is also a founder member of the old vines project “Certified Heritage Vineyards'', established in 2016
Meerendal is one of the First Fourteen wine estates that was granted this appellation on 1 September 1973 when the new Wine of Origin legislation was instituted
It is only a handful of brands in South Africa with the proud tradition of more than 50 years since the bottling of its first vintage in 1969 selling wines uninterruptedly in the local and international markets
Meerendal has collaborated on a project in conjunction with Vititec, the South African leader for the improvement of vine plant material, which involves the identification, treatment and cleaning of any viruses of the best vines in the 1955 Heritage block
After six years the new planting material has been released and will be used to fill the gaps in the old block
In this way the DNA of the original vines from Professor Abraham Izak Perold, the founder of Pinotage, will be preserved
“All depends on how many wond dogs and humans join us for the w says Marcelle du Plessis, event org
The non-profit Mdzananda Anima serves around 1 500 animals month through consultations, hospitalisat surgeries, sterilisations, mobile cli animal ambulance, and as a homel shelter
They also empower the communi through education to help people b responsible pet owners
“Our budget keeps growing annu to the demand for our services
“Paws on the Promenade is a gre fundraiser but also a magnificent f filled event for the whole family,” s Plessis
"Expect to see dogs of all shapes a sizes People get very creative, dre themselves and their dogs up in co
Everyone is welcome - humans w four-legged friends too . Tickets cost R50 per person, R50 pe and R25 for children under 12 and are av at Quicket (www qkt.io/pawsonprom2 on the day from 08:00
Wade Roger-Lund and owner of Meerendal Herman Coertze with his wife Aletta. Photo: Desirée Rorke
Kompraatgeld losvirjouskool
Leerders wat nie op die mond geval is nie word gesoek
As jy koel en kalm jou saak kan stel voor 'n gehoor is die "Nou praat jy!"-redenaarskompetisie
dalk net die ding vir jou
Die Hoërskool Curro Durbanville moedig skole aan om 'n gesoute span in te skryf vir hierdie redenaarskompetisie met 'n kinkel-twee leerders moet saamspan om hul saak as eenheid te stel
Die tema is: Afrikaans - ’n taal van kleure en klank, wat heel gepas is aangesien Afrikaans vanjaar 100 jaar as amptelike taal vier
Die tema kan op 'n oortuigende, vermaaklike of motiverende wyse aangebied word
Die kompetisie is oop vir Afrikaans Huistaal- en Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal-sprekers in twee afdelings: juniors (gr 8 en 9) en seniors (gr 10 tot 12)
Elke span kry vyf tot sewe minute om hul beste voet voor te sit Die beoordelaars gaan asem op hou vir lekker spontane interaksie tussen die sprekers "Ons sien uit na lekker gesprekke," sê Joline de Klerk
DUISENDE RANDE OP DIE SPEL IN KOMPETISIE
en Maritsa Smit, Afrikaansonderwysers by Curro Durbanville "Verder hou ons duim vas dat spanne streektale en dialekte van Afrikaans na die verhoog sal bring Ons hoop hulle kom praat soos hulle by die huis praat "
Die beste sprekers kan uitsien na stewige kontantpryse: die wenskole en wenspan kry elk R10 000, die tweede plek R6 000, en die derdeplek-wenners kry R4 000
Die redenaarskompetisie sal op Woensdag 25 en Donderdag 26 Junie by die Hoërskool Curro Durbanville plaasvind en is deel van die skool se nuwe Kulturafees wat van 20 tot 27 Junie by die skool plaasvind
• Die sluitingsdatum vir inskrywings is Donderdag 24 April Inskrywingsvorms is beskikbaar aanlyn op die skool se webwerf of stuur e-pos aan Joline de Klerk by joline d@ curro.co.za vir meer inligting.
Badenhorst en Hannah
Agter: Juné Dippenaar,hulpafrigter Bianka Witte,Bea Ross,Kiara Ismaiel,hoofafrigter Jana Schoeman,Marlie Terblanché,Megan Senekal,hulpafrigter/spanbestuurder Coreen van Rhyn en Abongile Xotyeni. FOTO: LISA COETZEE
Genies-spanne kraai koning
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Die Durbies spog met vier atlete wat medaljes by die SA atletiekkampioenskapsbyeenkoms verower het.Hulle is (voor van links) Tiaan Janse van Rensburg (silwer in hoogspring vir seuns o 12) en Martus Schoeman (goud in 70 m hekkies vir seuns o 12) Agter is Mila Vermeulen (goud in diskusgooi vir meisies o 13) en JJ Bester (brons in gewigstoot vir seuns 11)
Die Laerskool Gene Louw se o 13A-netbalspan is,voor van links: Grace Coulson,Liza Wessels,Lente
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'n Leraar van die NG kerk Durbanville, ds Wynand Breytenbach, deur Tiaan Jansen van Rensburg, het op Maandag 17 Maart vanaf die kerk vertrek op 'n fietstrap ten bate van die Zithulele-gemeente in die Oos-Kaap
Die trappers het beoog om teen die einde vandeesmaand hul bestemming na 1 300 km op hul fietse te bereik Al die pad saam met die fietsryers, is die ondersteuningsvoertuig, deur 'n lidmaat geleen, met Senzo Madida van MES agter die stuur Hy het spesiaal verlof daarvoor geneem
Die jeug van die gemeente onderneem
jaarliks 'n uitreikprojek na Zithulele, waartydens hulle betrokke raak by verskeie aksies in die gemeenskap
Tydens die laaste besoek verlede jaar het die behoefte aan 'n groter kerk weens die groei in lidmate duidelik geword Breytenbach het besluit om hierdie tog per fiets aan te pak om R1,3 miljoen deur middel van borgskap in te samel om die kerkgebou op Zithulele te vergroot
Al langs die pad, by elke dorp en gemeente wat hulle aangedoen het, is die ryers ondersteun en gasvry ontvang Daar het geleidelik ook meer fietryers by die groep aangesluit
Die ryers se toer kan op die gemeente se Facebookblad by Durbanville-gemeente of op Instagram gevolg word
DK Sea Scouts spread kindness at orphanage
The Durbanville-Kraaifontein Sea Scouts (DK Sea Scouts) visited the House of Grace orphanage in Fisantekraal recently for a meaningful community outreach event
The orphanage, home to 22 children and two dedicated carers, was excited to welcome the scouts and cubs, who came together to share their time and resources
The scouts and cubs brought gardening tools such as spades, forks, and rakes to help create a vegetable garden for the children
“The idea was to teach the children the valuable skills of growing and maintaining their own food,” explains Carey-Leigh Bollaert, a committee member of DK Sea Scouts and organiser of the outreach Alongside the gardening supplies, the scouts and cubs also brought groceries, sweets, toys (both new and old) and clothes - all of which brought big smiles to the children's faces, she says Bryan Cloete, the scout group leader, led a brief educational talk with the
older children about planting vegetables, discussing the types of vegetables being planted, and explaining how to properly prepare the soil before planting
GREENFINGERS
The scouts, cubs and their families worked alongside the children to plant seeds in the garden, teaching them how to space and care for the plants Afterward, they enjoyed hot dogs, cool drinks and fun activities like playing on a jumping castle and joining a game of musical chairs
"The event was a perfect example of how small acts of kindness can make a big difference in the lives of others," says Rachel Johnson of DK Sea Scouts DK Sea Scouts is a community-based organisation committed to the growth and development of children through learning essential life skills and serving their community
• Contact Bryan on 074 233 1855 with enquiries on how to become involved.
Hier op die die oggend van hulle vertrek,is (van links) Nelius Meiring,Tiaan Jansen van Rensburg,Louren du Plooy,ds Wynand Breytenbach,Wouter Kriegler en (voor) Senzo Madida
The DK Sea Scout troop proudly stand in front of the newly planted vegetable garden at the House of Grace in Fisantekraal
The DK Sea Scout troop at the House of Grace in Fisantekraal
DK Scouts (from left to right) Eden April,Robyn April and Anna Finnan busy planting seeds.
Scout Veronica le Roux is helping young Meerkat, Ronon Contell,in the vegetable garden.
DownwithDough bakesinBoston
Johan Jacobs,Marcelle O’Brian,Nelis Jansen van Rensburg and Lynne Rutherfoord shared touching sentiments on the relaunch of Down with Dough bakery at the Alta du Toit Centre for adults with special needs in Boston Here,a partnership was launched with the backbone of the bakery’s support staff (back row) Tricia Schaeffer, Flo Ndoni,Zuki Nkhahle and Anesh Pole PHOTO: HELEEN BOSHOFF
3 Desalination plant plans progressing
City’s new Housing Queue goes live
The City has officially launched its telephonic Housing Queue service, providing residents an added dedicated channel to access housing services and information.
Available on 021 444 0333 on weekdays between 07:30 and 16:30, the new contact service offers residents easy access to Human Settlements information, including on housing opportunities, the housing needs register process, eligibility criteria, and application status updates. Customers will also benefit from enhanced support with online applications and public housing queries, as well as updates on City housing projects.
KORTLIKS
Die Stad het sy telefoniese Housing Queuediens bekend gestel Dít bied inwoners nou ’n bykomende manier om toegang tot behuisingsdienste en -inligting te bekom
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Cape Town officially the Mother of all cities
Thanks to Time Out’s 2025 world city ranking, the world now knows what we’ve known all along: There is no place on earth like our beloved Mother City.
Cape Town’s a cut above the rest, having taken the prestigious top spot on Time Out s Best City in the World 2025 ranking The Mother City scored highly across the board for its beauty, overall happiness and top-notch food scene, offering visitors countless magical experiences
More than 18 500 city dwellers
across the world responded to this year’s survey, sharing their opinion on everything from nightlife and food to public transport, green spaces and friendliness Additionally, a panel of more than 100 city experts drawn from Time Out’s global network were asked to name their most exciting cities in the world right now Finally, all the data –
spanning 44 different criteria – was combined to rank the world’s top cities for 2025
The Mother City outperformed cities such as Bangkok, New York, Melbourne and London, which are ranked second to fifth respectively
* For the full list of the 50 best cities in the world, go to timeout com/bestcities
KHAWUNDIBALISELE
Kaapstad pryk boaan Time Out se ranglys van die wêreld se beste stede vir 2025 Die Moederstad word hoog aangeslaan vir sy natuurskoon, hoë geluksvlakke onder inwoners, uithalerkos, en die tallose onvergeetlike ervarings wat besoekers hier kan hê.
Die polifae boorkewer maak nou ook amok in Durbanville se bome. Dié plaag hou ’n ernstige bedreiging in vir Kaapstad se stedelike woud, want besmette bome moet uitgekap en opgekerf word.
Die Raad besef maar alte goed dat Stadseiendomme tot voordeel van alle Kapenaars benut kan word, en het dus onlangs die verkoop en verhuring van 36 sulke eiendomme goedgekeur Net die verkoopstransaksies sal sowat R24,6 miljoen inbring.
ISixeko siphehlelele ngokusesikweni inkonzo yaso yokufolela imicimbi yezezindlu ngefowuni, inika abahlali ijelo elongezelelweyo elijoliswe kakhulu ekubanikeni inkonzo yezindlu nenkcazelo ngayo
IKapa libambe inqwanqwa eliphezulu xa iTime Out’ ibikhangela eSona Sixeko Sigqwesileyo kwiHlabathi ngowama2025 ISixeko sethu esiliGugu siye sankqenkqeza phambili ngobuhle, ukuba neendawo zolonwabo neendawo zokutya ezikwizinga lehlabathi, nto leyo eshiya iindwendwe zingawuvali umlomo
Realising that City-owned properties can be leveraged for the benefit of all Capetonians, Council recently approved the sale and lease of 36 properties. The total sale transaction value is approximately R24,6 million, and the value of the lease transactions is an estimated R1,7 million per annum
Concrete opportunities
Among the transactions is the sale of a site of 13 ha in Atlantis Industria, intended for the construction of a cement-grinding facility to manufacture products for various building applications The business will support local jobs for an estimated 200 employees along with significant indirect employment opportunities in the logistics and related industries that will support the plant.
Another transaction involves the relocation of an inner-city-based business to Atlantis Industria to enable the development of a liquid-waste specialised storage, collection, recycling and refinery facility The liquid waste (mineral oil and wastewater) is largely collected from the Cape Town harbour, treated, and then resold to other industries such as textile, laundry and fishing, thereby contributing to the green, circular economy
People before profit Other sale transactions involve sites to be used for social care and community purposes, where the sale price has been significantly discounted The lease agreements, in turn, include the extension of a lease for the Maitland crematorium This will allow time for much-needed renovations to the site, and for its vital cremation services to continue
Sithethanje imithi yaseDurbanville inyakazela ooqongqothwane abagrumbayo nabatya yonk’ into Esi sinambuzane siwabeka kwingozi enkulu amahlathi akwiidolophu zaseKapa, kuba kaloku imithi echaphazelekayo kunyanzeleka inqunqwe ize igutywe. Liqonda ukuba iipropati zeSixeko zinokuthengiswa ukuze kuxhamle bonke abantu baseKapa, kutshanje iBhunga liye lagunyazisa ukuthengiswa nokuqeshiswa kweepropati ezingama36. Lilonke ixabiso lentengiso limalunga neR24,6 miliyoni.
Beetle mania heads north: It’s official: The polyphagous shothole borer beetle has now also
City’s switching to smart bills
Come 31 December 2025, the City will no longer send any printed municipal bills via ordinary post This follows a multi-year paperless billing campaign that has already seen more than 430 000 City customers signing up for emailed bills.
Here’s how
To make the switch to cyber, please send your account number and email address to either Revenue Eservices@capetown gov za or the SMS line 31223 before the end of the year From January 2026, the City’s call centre will assist account holders who have no email access To phone the call centre, dial 0860 103 089
Here’s why
Switching to email delivery offers many benefits. It reduces the risk of non-delivery makes it easy for customers to keep track of their bills, and gives them quick access to their accounts to use as proof of residence. Moreover, saving on printing and postage makes the City more financially and environmentally sustainable.
* Enter ‘Register for paperless bills’ in the search box on the City’s website. You’ll be directed to more information on the switch to e-bills, including frequently asked questions at the bottom of the page.
PAPERLESS BILLING
REGISTER BEFORE 31 DECEMBER 2025
Simply send an email or SMS
Why Capetonians can take heart from the latest crime stats
One of our pledges to Capetonians at the start of this term of office was to make Cape Town safer We cannot call this a city of hope as long as our communities suffer at the hands of criminals, and particularly the gangs and drug dealers who terrorise many of our neighbourhoods.
You probably also know that we have long called for our own municipal officers to be granted powers of investigation so that we can build cases that will see criminals successfully prosecuted and locked up This devolution of policing powers is a top priority for us But until that happens –and I am confident it will – we will not sit back and let criminals invade and take over our neighbourhoods.
There are very few substitutes in policing for ‘boots on the ground’ –visible officers deployed to high-crime areas One way in which we have been able to boost our visible policing is through the Law Enforcement Advancement Programme (LEAP), our partnership programme with Province.
It is one thing to deploy these extra LEAP officers to help the South
A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR
African Police Service fight crime but it is quite another to see the results of these deployments reflected in the crime statistics The recently released figures for October to December 2024 show that our LEAP officers are winning critical battles in the fight against gangs, drugs and firearm crimes Arrests for illegal firearms are up dramatically in crime hotspots where we have deployed these officers. Firearm arrests are up by 33% in Mitchells Plain, by 40% in Philippi East, by 70% in Delft, and by a massive 94% in Gugulethu That s a
significant number of guns taken off our streets. There is similar good news in terms of arrest numbers for drug offences in our LEAP deployment areas. Drug arrests are up by 43% in Delft, by 62% in Khayelitsha, by 114% in Gugulethu, and astonishingly, by 333% in Philippi East.
Of course, we would love to play a bigger role in securing prosecutions following these arrests through quality investigative police work. Nevertheless, it is still very encouraging to know that our LEAP officers are making such a clear impact. Every gun and unit of drugs taken off the streets makes Cape Town communities safer When you add the positive effect of our massive investment in crimefighting technologies such as gunshot detection, aerial surveillance, drones, security cameras and automatic licence plate recognition, there is no doubt that we are getting maximum value from our limited policing powers. Bit by bit, we are making steady progress towards a safer Cape Town for all
Geordin Hill-Lewis Cape Town Mayor
Western Cape dam levels slightly lower this year
The dam levels for Cape Town have dropped to 70,9% The City is aiming for an overall usage target of 650 million litres per day –which means Capetonians should try to use less than 105 litres per person per day
Protect our water resources by following water-wise guidelines. Residents and businesses are reminded that the permanent regulations contained in the City s Water By-law still apply across Cape Town, regardless of the
restriction level
Municipal water may be used in gardens only before 09:00 or after 18:00, but never to hose down paved areas
• Visit www capetown gov za/thinkwater or www capetown gov za/waterregulations to access the regulations
Water reuse works a treat at recreation facilities
An estimated 2,5–3,5 million litres of drinking water will be saved daily as treated-effluent irrigation connections are commissioned at a number of City recreation facilities across town. The Recreation and Parks Department and the Water and Sanitation Directorate are collaborating to switch City-owned sports fields and other recreation facilities to these new, more sustainable irrigation systems. Some 120 facilities have already been connected, with more earmarked.
Because you settle, we can serve
We thank every single resident who settles their municipal accounts every month. Income from municipal account payments is the primary funding stream for City services. That is why we have made payment as easy and convenient as possible
Chop-chop ways to pay
You can pay:
• at any Shoprite, Checkers, USave, Pick n Pay, PEP, Ackermans, Lewis, Top It Up, Woolworths or Spar outlet;
• online at www.easypay.co.za or www.powertime.co.za;
• via your internet banking platform by selecting the City of Cape Town as a bank-listed beneficiary on your bank’s website and using your ninedigit municipal account number as reference; or
• by scanning the QR code printed on your account (enter ‘QR code guideline’ in the search box on the City’s website for a step-bystep explanation if you’re new to code scanning).
* To make payment arrangements, email payment arrangements @capetown gov za To apply for indigent support, email indigent.relief@capetown.gov.za.
Safe and sustainable supply
Treated effluent is wastewater that has been purified at a wastewater treatment works (WWTW), where contaminants are removed before it is safely reused for irrigation and industrial purposes Through a pipeline network of almost 283 km, treated effluent is supplied from nine City WWTWs, namely Athlone, Bellville, Cape Flats, Kraaifontein, Macassar, Potsdam, Scottsdene, Zandvliet and
Melkbosstrand
A R65 million City investment in treated-effluent infrastructure includes the upgrade of Bellville pump station and the pipeline to supply Kuils River, the new Scottsdene pump station and phase 1 of its pipeline, as well as the new Zandvliet pump station
Makes financial sense, too Treated effluent is available at R7,62 per kilolitre for irrigation at golf clubs,
schools and Recreation and Parks facilities, and R8,71 for commercial and industrial users This is a fraction of the R35,07 per kilolitre of potable water that commercial, industrial and educational institutions currently pay
* To apply for treated-effluent supply, email Treated Effluent@capetown gov za For more information, search under ‘Apply for supply of treated effluent’ on the City’s website
abazihlawulayo iiakhawunti zabo zikamasipala nyanga nenyanga Ingeniso efumaneka ngokuhlawulwa kwee-akhawunti zikamasipala yeyona nkxasomali iphambili siyisebenzisela ukuhlawula iinkonzo zeSixeko Yiyo loo nto
Temporary halt at Bayside canal site
Despite the temporary suspension of work on the Bayside canal upgrade in Milnerton, the City remains committed to the timely completion of this multi-million-rand project.
The civil contractor suspended operations in November 2024 due to contractual matters. Nevertheless, the project is already beyond the halfway mark. The remaining scope of work includes the construction of the upgraded stormwater canal to the primary sedimentation ponds, and the bypass canal connecting the secondary treatment channel to the Rietvlei. Efforts are under way to resolve the matter promptly and resume construction.
The canal upgrade is vital to cope with the increased stormwater flows resulting from rapid development in the catchment. The project also aims to combat pollution of the Rietvlei from various stormwater channels.
Canal’s gone quiet, for now: Legal processes are under way so that work on the Bayside canal upgrade can resume with minimal delays
A ‘hole’ lot of swing: The 18-hole Durbanville Golf Club hosted the prestigious Standard Bank Ladies Open in February This second stop of the eight-tournament Sunshine Ladies Tour season attracted over 100 professional and amateur golfers from more than 30 countries. The Durbanville golf course, which extends over 6 173 m from the tees, is the latest Cape Town course to host a major professional tournament The Mother City will also host the Investec SA Women’s Open at the Erinvale Golf Club in Somerset West in April. For more information, visit eventsincapetown.com.
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Werk aan die opknapping van die Baysidekanaal in Milnerton is weens kontraktuele kwessies tydelik gestaak. Nietemin bly die Stad daartoe verbind om hierdie multimiljoenrandprojek betyds te voltooi. Ontsouting is die tegnologiese proses om sout en ander minerale uit seewater te onttrek om dit veilig te maak om te drink. Etlike stede wêreldwyd gebruik dit om hulle waterbronne aan te vul. In Kaapstad is ontsouting deel van die Stad se nuwe waterprogram vir ’n meer waterseker toekoms. ’n Permanente ontsoutingsaanleg word in die omgewing van Paardeneiland beplan.
Die Stad en Edge Church het saamgespan om Sunnyside-park op te knap Die kerk het ’n ruim skenking van R2,7 miljoen gemaak en sal met parkinstandhouding en -bestuur
A plan to ‘sea’ us through the dry times
In a further bid to augment Cape Town’s water supply, the City is planning to establish a desalination plant at Paarden Eiland. With the window for public participation now closed, the municipality will draw on residents’ input and the guidance of an expert panel to plan the plant.
Desalination is the technological process of removing salt and other minerals from seawater to make it safe to drink, and is used worldwide to supplement cities water sources In Cape Town, too, desalination forms part of the City’s New Water Programme to get us to a more waterresilient future, with a permanent plant planned for the Paarden Eiland area. Capetonians had a chance to have their say from January to early March.
Not compromising on quality
The City’s drinking water supply continues to meet and exceed the stringent SANS 241:2015 quality standards. And the water supplied by the desalination plant will be no different.
To ensure that Capetonians receive only top-quality water, the proposed Paarden Eiland plant will feature a comprehensive, multi-barrier treatment process. This will include reverse osmosis, using highpressure membranes to remove dissolved salts Another step will be ultraviolet oxidation, depending on the results of the seawater quality tests Additionally, environmentally responsible strategies have been outlined for discharging the brine generated by the desalination
Water, water, everywhere, and soon it’ll be safe to drink! An aerial picture showing the proposed location (highlighted in orange) of the permanent desalination plant in Paarden Eiland. The plant will have a water production capacity of 50–70 million ℓ/day
process back into the sea.
All of these treatment methods adhere to global best practice to ensure that the plant operates efficiently, without harming the environment. A comprehensive water quality monitoring programme
Park collab shows power of partnership
The City and Edge Church partnered to upgrade Sunnyside Park, a central gathering place for the people of Edgemead. Edge Church made a generous R2,7 million donation and will be assisting with park maintenance and management. The City contributed 30 trees and mulch, a water meter, as well as refurbished play equipment to enhance the space, creating a greener,
more inviting environment for residents. The transformed park was revealed to the public at the end of January It boasts planted beds, a landscaped berm with shrubs, synthetic grass and rubberised surfacing, new benches and picnic tables, enhancements to the dog park, laterite pathways, a dedicated play area for children, and improved access for all modes of transport.
Park’s got parking too Another key feature is the new public parking area This will improve traffic flow in surrounding streets, particularly during church services school dropoffs, and scout hall meetings The added convenience benefits park visitors, event attendees, and the broader community
to transform Sunnyside Park Together, they have turned the park into a vibrant spot for residents to relax.
KHAWUNDIBALISELE
help Die Stad het 30 bome, ’n gronddeklaag, ’n watermeter en opgeknapte speeltoerusting bygedra.
Die Durbanville-gholfklub met sy 18 putjies het in Februarie die prestigeryke Standard Bank-vroue-ope aangebied. Dít was die tweede van agt toernooie van die Sunshine Ladies Tour-seisoen, en oor die 100 beroeps- en amateurspelers van meer as 30 lande het deelgeneem
Elkeen het ’n verantwoordelikheid om Kaapstad skoon te hou, en die beste manier om dié boodskap te versprei is deur ons jeug. Skole word aangemoedig om Bingo, die Stad se kampvegter teen rommel, vir praatjies te bespreek om leerders oor die ernstige probleem van rommelstrooiing en onwettige vullisstorting te leer
Nakuba unqunyanyiswe okwethutyana umsebenzi wokuphuculwa komjelo waseBayside eMilnerton, iSixeko sisazibophelele ekuqukunjelweni ngethuba kwale projekthi ixabisa izigidi ngezigidi zeerandi Ukukhutshwa kwetyuwa emanzini yinkqubo yobugcisa yokususa ityuwa kunye nezinye izithako kumanzi olwandle ukuze kukhuseleke ukuwasela, yaye le nkqubo isetyenziswa kwihlabathi jikelele ukuncedisana nemithombo yamanzi ezixekweni EKapa, ukukhutshwa kwetyuwa emanzini kuyinxalenye yeNkqubo yaManzi eNtsha yeSixeko ukulungiselela ukubakho kwamanzi awaneleyo kwixa elizayo, ineziko elisisigxina elicetyelwe ummandla wasePaarden Eiland ISixeko siye sasebenzisana neEdge Church ngenjongo yokuphucula iPaki yaseSunnyside, iyijika ibe yindawo entle kakhulu yokuphumla yabahlali I-Edge Church inikele ngesisa ngeR2,7 yezigidi yaye iza kuncedisa ngokunyamekela nokulawula ipaki Sona iSixeko sinikele
has also been established to keep tabs on the seawater abstraction zone near the harbour
Groundwork to make the plant work
The City is not taking any chances and is doing its homework thoroughly A feasibility study in collaboration with National Treasury’s Government Technical Advisory Centre was undertaken to explore the most suitable sustainable and costeffective options for financing, building and operating the plant. Residents also submitted input as part of the environmental impact assessment phase In addition, the City will draw on the know-how of an independent advisory panel with local and international experts The panel will provide guidance throughout the planning, construction and operational phases of the plant
Aspects such as purification and water quality, public safety, project financing, desalination technology, engineering as well as marine and environmental sciences will be constantly evaluated and reviewed
* To learn more about desalination, enter ‘Desalination booklet’ in the search box on the City’s website to be directed to an easyto-understand resource.
Bingo’s taking bookings
Keeping the City’s communities clean is everyone’s responsibility, and there’s no better way to spread this message than among our youth Schools are invited to book the City’s anti-litter mascot Bingo to drop by Along with the Urban Waste Management Directorate’s Public Awareness team, Bingo uses fun and engaging activities to teach our children about the serious problem of littering and dumping
There is no denying that littering and dumping is an enormous challenge: Each year, the City spends more than R100 million to clear illegal dumping Let’s tackle the problem head-on by instilling pride and accountability in our youth * To secure a slot in Bingo’s diary, enter Bingo booking form in the search box on the City’s website
ngemithi engama30 nesigcinikufuma, imitha yamanzi, kunye nezixhobo zokudlala ezilungisiweyo IKlabhu yeGalufa yaseDurbanville enemingxuma eli18 iye yasingatha iTumente yamaNina yeStandard Bank engundabamlonyeni kweyoMdumba Lo mjikelo wesibini wesizini yeSunshine yeLadies Tour enemidlalo esibhozo uye watsala ngaphezu kwe100 yoomakhwekhwetha nabo basaqalayo abavela kumazwe angaphezu kwama30 Ukugcina iindawo zeSixeko zicocekile luxanduva lomntu wonke kwaye akukho ndlela ibhetele yokusasaza lo myalezo kunokwenjenjalo kulutsha lwethu Izikolo ziyamenywa ukuba zibhukishe iBingo yeSixeko echasene nokungcolisa ngenkunkuma ukuba ize kufundisa abantwana bethu ngengxaki enzulu yokulahla inkunkuma ngokungakhathali
Park with an Edge: Joining hands for the benefit of the Edgemead community, the City and Edge Church worked together
‘TLC teams’ reach Atlantis rental units
The City’s community residential units (CRUs) at Neptune Castle and Coral Place in Atlantis received some focused attention in February during a ‘maintenance blitz’
Work included repairing gutters, concrete stairs and handrails, installing new sink cabinets and washing lines, removing graffiti on flats and refuse huts, and replacing broken windowpanes Area lighting and faulty plug sockets and light switches were also fixed and plumbing issues addressed, including the jetting of sewer lines
The maintenance blitzes are part of a broader drive to maintain and upgrade the City’s CRUs to ensure a safe and dignified living environment for tenants
On the same day, other key City services were also present in the Atlantis area, and teams offered support to residents at Saxonsea community hall and door-to-door
Fixers out in force: With over R1,2 billion allocated to the upkeep of the City’s community residential units (CRUs) in the coming years, the municipality’s ‘maintenance blitz programme’ attended to various essential upgrades at units in Atlantis in February
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Now beetle’s boring into Durbanville trees
Durbanville is the latest Cape Town area where the destructive polyphagous shothole borer beetle is wreaking havoc on the Mother City’s urban forest. Here’s how you can help quash it.
Having been notified of a possible polyphagous shothole borer (PSHB) beetle infestation in Durbanville, the City deployed a team of monitors from its Invasive Species Unit to collect samples for DNA verification
Sadly, it was found that the boxelder and sweet viburnum trees had indeed been infested Several other trees in the vicinity, including English oak, liquid amber and Chinese cottonwood, were also found to have PSHB symptoms
Durbanvillers called to tree duty
Durbanville residents should urgently inspect all trees on their properties for symptoms (see sidebar) If any symptoms are present, please contact the City immediately: Go online at www capetown gov za/InvasiveSpecies, call the Invasive Species Unit on 021 444 2357 (weekdays, 07:30–16:00), or email invasive species@capetown gov za
The City will try to respond within ten working days to verify a reported sighting
Table View upgrade to restart
Having experienced significant challenges in 2024, work on the beachfront upgrade in Table View will hopefully recommence in April 2025
The agreement with the initial contractor had to be terminated in November 2024 due to ongoing performance issues and failure to meet construction milestones However, with a revised plan in place, the City will be appointing a new contractor who will focus on completing the stormwater outfalls, walkways, parking areas and ablution facilities
Staff doing the tree assessments will need access to private properties. Identify them by their City-branded clothing and official staff ID cards.
Beetle management in brief
The key guideline when you have an infested tree on your property is that it needs to be chipped (or cut into smaller pieces), sealed in refuse bags, and exposed to direct sunlight (solarised) – all on-site Solarisation is recommended for between six weeks (in warmer weather) and six months (in winter) Do not remove the chipped wood from the property, as this will spread the pest to other areas Alternatively, dump the chips in your compost heap, as the heat build-up will kill the beetle Infected wood chips may also be burned at an appropriate incineration facility
Do not use pesticides or fungicides, as these do not work to eradicate PSHB Ideally, seek assistance from service providers with a sound knowledge of PSHB management.
• Gumming blobs of goo coming out of the bark; oozing of liquid and gum from the beetle holes
• Entry and exit holes – small (2 mm) holes on the bark of the tree; shotgun-like scars developing around the holes
• Staining – brown or dark stains on the bark of the tree
Helping hands honoured: At its annual volunteer awards in December 2024, the City’s Disaster Risk Management Centre recognised its volunteer corps, who contributed a staggering 65 697 hours in support of disaster risk management operations in 2023/24. Volunteers help ensure safety at events and facilities, perform risk assessments, coordinate services, and activate responders.
Among the helping hands acknowledged at the event were 25-year long-service awardees, Sanepter de Bruin and Juanita le Roux from Atlantis Milnerton volunteer Tristan Killian received three awards – for volunteer of the year, most hours in a calendar year (1 076 hours), as well as assistant unit leader of the year
KHAWUNDIBALISELE
Die Stad het meer as R1,2 miljard toegeken aan die instandhouding van sy huureenhede oor die volgende paar jaar In Februarie het instandhoudingspanne die munisipale eenhede in Atlantis besoek om verskeie noodsaaklike opknappings te doen.
Die verwoestende polifae boorkewer het nou ook die bome in Durbanville ingevaar Durbanvillers moet dringend alle bome op hulle eiendomme vir tekens van besmetting nagaan en die Stad dadelik laat weet indien hulle enigiets opmerk.
Ná aansienlike uitdagings in 2024 word werk aan die opknapping van die Table Viewwaterkant hopelik in April hervat.
Die Stad se ramprisikobestuursentrum het by sy jaarlikse vrywilligertoekennings in Desember 2024 erkenning verleen aan sy vrywilligerkorps, wat in 2023/24 ’n verstommende 65 697 uur aan ramprisikobestuursbedrywighede gewy het.
Die burgemeesterskomitee het by die Raad aanbeveel dat die Stad se Vissershok-terrein van sowat 32 ha landbougesoneerde grond aan die Morningstar-vliegklub verkoop word. Dít sluit die 5,6 ha in wat die klub reeds die afgelope 30 jaar by die Stad huur
Njengoko bekubekwe ngaphezu kweR1,2 bhiliyoni kusenzelwa ukulondolozwa kweeyunithi zokuhlala zoluntu zeSixeko (iiCRUs) kule minyaka izayo, ‘inkqubo eliphulo yokulungisa’ kamasipala iye yajongana nophuculo oluyimfuneko kwiiyunithi eziseAtlantis kweyoMdumba.
IDurbanville yeyona ndawo yamvanje eKapa apho ooqongqothwane abagrumbayo nabatya yonk’ into begqugqisile ukonakalisa ihlathi leSixeko esiliGugu Abahlali baseDurbanville kufuneka bahlole ngokungxamisekileyo yonke imithi ekwiipropati zabo ukuze babone iimpawu, kwaye ukuba zifunyenwe baqhagamshelane neSixeko ngokukhawuleza Nakuba kuye kwakho imicelimngeni ebonakalayo ngo2024, sinethemba lokuba umsebenzi wokuphuculwa konxweme eTable View ngethemba uza kuqala
CITY OF CAPE TOWN AND AREA NORTH CONTACT DETAILS
Beady eyes on boxelders, please?
Boxelder trees are highly susceptible reproductive host trees for PSHB, increasing the risk to surrounding trees Once attacked, boxelders typically die within a year If you have boxelders on your property, please log them on https://www.inaturalist. org/projects/box-elders-cpt. This will help the City set up monitoring interventions to catch new invasions early on.
Vissershok sold for ‘higher’ purpose
The City’s Mayoral Committee has recommended to Council to sell its Vissershok site of some 32 ha of agricultural-zoned land to the Morningstar Flying Club
This includes the 5,6 ha the association has been leasing from the City for the past 30 years. During this time, they have developed it as an airfield with hangars and other facilities. The Morningstar Flyers Club will now be able to make long-term investments, to create improved infrastructure. This will unlock opportunities for skills development, employment and economic growth. The funds generated from the sale will go towards City service delivery across town.
kuTshaziimpuzi 2025 Kumawonga alo kweyoMnga 2024 weNtlekele leSix alo angamatshantli eziyi65 697, exh ngowama2023/24. IKomiti kaSod kwiBhunga ukub esimalunga neehekta ocandelwe ulimo Association. Oku uziqesha lo mbutho idlulileyo Accounts and
AREA NORTH CONTACT DETAILS
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Subcouncil 1
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Subcouncil 2 Tel 021 444 1130
Municipal offices, Brighton Road, Kraaifontein
Subcouncil 3 Tel 021 444 4862
Subcouncil 7
Tel 021 400 2344
Municipal offices, Oxford Street, Durbanville
Subcouncil 16
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Municipal offices, Royal Ascot, Bridle Way, Milnerton
VerskeidenheidbySuidoosterfees
Vanjaar se Suidoosterfeesprogram, wat van 30 April tot 4 Mei in die Kunstekaap-teater aangebied word, bied vir musiekliefhebbers ‘n verskeidenheid om uit te kies
Die Konsert van hoop waarmee die fees elke jaar ingelui word, spog vanjaar met topkunstenaars wat deur die Kaapstadse Filharmoniese Jeugorkes begelei word Sterre soos Amira Willighagen, Stephanie Baartman, Ilse Klink, die Suid-Afrikaanse Jeugkoor en finaliste van die Nasionale Jeugmusiekstigting se kompetisie sorg vir ’n onvergeetlike opening van die 22ste Suidoosterfees
Met Creating Sarah | Die skep van Saartjie onder leiding van Coenie de Villiers, word hulde gebring aan Sarah Baartman
Diana Ferrus, Ramon Alexander,
DIE SUIDOOSTERFEES WORD VAN 30 APRIL TOT 4 MEI IN DIE KUNSTEKAAP-TEATER AANGEBIED
Dizu Plaatjies, Nomapostile Nyiki, Lungiswa Plaatjies en De Villiers is almal op die verhoog in dié sonderlinge produksie
Ferrus gaan gesels oor haar beroemde gedig se rol om die oorskot van Saartjie uit Frankryk terug Suid-Afrika toe te bring
Die komponiste en musikante lewer elkeen ’n oorspronklike interpretasie van Saartjie se geskiedenis en nalatenskap met ’n vermenging van Westerse klanke en tradisionele en inheemse instrumente
Nataniël is by die fees met Duif Met unieke stories, splinternuwe musiek, invloede uit wêreldkulture en ’n paar klassieke oomblikke ondersoek
hy en sy geselskap die geskiedenis van vermoëns en geleenthede Hulle maak ’n draai op ’n volstruisplaas en peins oor tafeldek as ’n vakrigting Stephanie Baartman en Janine Neethling tree op in Hoort, ’n semi-outobiografiese kabaret waarin stories oor Baartman se lewe as dogter van twee pastore met pragtige musiek verweef word
David Kramer is verantwoordelik vir die musiek van Katrien, die King en die Kween
Dit vertel die verhaal van ’n egpaar, gespeel deur Elzabé Zietsman en André Schwartz, wie se saai lewe omgedop
word wanneer ’n flambojante pianis (Tony Bentel) in die huis langsaan intrek Kramer en André Odendaal is verantwoordelik vir die regie, en Johann Slabbert vir die teks Hoe mooi val die lig is ’n musiekproduksie wat deur die Hessequa Harmonie-fees geskep is en plaas die kollig op die vernietigende liefdesverhouding tussen die Franse skrywer George Sand, wat onder ’n manlike skuilnaam geskryf het, en die briljante, gefolterde Poolse pianis Frédéric Chopin Riana Scheepers het die teks vir dié produksie geskryf Koos Kombuis en Jana Cilliers verskyn saam in die woord-enmusiekproduksie Omwentelinge, waarin dié twee veterane besin oor die wyse waarop woorde en musiek hul binnewêrelde vorm
Stephanie Baartman tree op in Hoort, ’n semi-outobiografiese kabaret waarin stories oor haar lewe as dogter van twee pastore met musiek verweef word
Schoolbandsenter forBandBattle
Attention all high school bands: The Band Battle is a chance to turn up the volume of your truth, maybe get a gig going, put some hard cash in your pocket or just jam your heart out with your buddies This competition will be presented by Curro Durbanville High School on Friday 27 June High schools in the Western Cape are invited to enter "Our school has a cultural heart and would like to draw on The Band Battle to help set up bands everywhere, in towns and cities, and giving them a platform to make music We hope this competition - a first for us - becomes an annual institution that stimulates creativity and camaraderie," says organiser Deon van Zyl There are no set guidelines Each band has room to showcase its skills, style, and choice of instruments
Thursday 24 April.
27JUNE
The competition will be presented by Curro Durbanville High School.
FESTIVAL
The top 10 bands will be invited to audition, after which the top three will go through to the final to shake things up on stage during The Band Battle concert on 27 June The three bands will take care of the pre-show Francois van Coke is not only the head judge, but he and his full band are the evening's guest artists who will perform after the school bands The winning band goes home with R10 000 in cash and gets the opportunity to perform for an hour at Die Boer Theatre in Durbanville
The Band Battle is part of Curro Durbanville High School's new Kultura Festival from 20 to 27 June In addition to productions from beloved artists such as Sandra Prinsloo, Marion Holm, Barry Hilton, and Early B, the country's leading public speaking teams will face each other in the brand-new "Nou praat jy!" speech contest A wine festival will also be held to showcase the local wine farms’ finest creations, offering the community a chance to come together Tickets for all the shows are available at Quicket •Entries for The Band Battle must include an audition video of one song Entries close on Thursday 24 April. Visit www curro co za/schools/currodurbanville-high-school or send an email to Hanchen le Roux at hanchen l1@curro.co.za for more details.
Aletta doen dinge anders
Aletta Francina bring haar eenvrouvertoning, Effens Anders op Donderdag 10 April en weer op Woensdag 7 Mei om 20:30 na Die Boerteaterrestaurant se verhoog Aletta bied ’n komiese en eerlike blik op haar lewe – met al die snaakse, aweregse en bisarre dinge wat daarmee saamkom Soos altyd bring sy haar skerp humorsin, natuurlike aanvoeling vir storievertelling en haar unieke uitkyk op die wêreld Kom lag saam en ontmoet die vrou met die mooiste kuite in die land, want met Aletta is niks ooit heeltemal normaal nie dit is altyd Effens Anders! Kaartjies kos R220
• Bespreek by www dieboer com of by 021 979 1911.
DAGBOEK / DIARY
• Nic Stevens sing Bryan Adams se musiek by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant op Woensdag 2 April om 20:30 Kaartjies kos R200 Bespreek by www dieboer com of by 0219791911.
• Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Night is at DNA Café in Kuils River on Friday 4 April. Doors open at 18:30 for dinner, show starts at 20:00 Tickets cost R60 at Quicket or R100 at the door
• Dirk van der Westhuizen is op Saterdag 5 April om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell. Kaartjies kos R160 tot R200 en is beskikbaar by www.heroesbrackenfell.
net
• Hip Hop Encounters is at Artscape on Saturday 5 April at 14:30 Tickets cost R60 to R100 at Webtickets.
• The Soweto Strings Quartet and acoustic duo Ultracoustic are doing a lunchtime show at Die Boer theatre restaurant on Sunday 6 April. Doors open at 11:30 Tickets cost R250 Book at www dieboer com or 021 979 1911.
• Fine Music Radio Benefit Gala is at Artscape on Sunday 6 April at 14:30 Tickets from R350 at Webtickets.
• The band Who Knows When will perform at the Edgemead Bowling Club on Sunday 6 April from 15:00 Entry cost R60 Diego de Abreu will open the show Call Joan on 061 490 1694 to book.
• Demi Lee Moore - Klein Dingetjies is by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanville van 5 tot 7 April om 20:30 Kaartjies kos R 280 Bespreek by www dieboer com of by 0219791911.
• Marc Eugene Lottering is at The Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre, District 6 from 8 to 13 April. Tickets cost R220 at Webtickets.
• Passion of the Curry is at Artscape from 9 to 12 April at 20:00 Tickets cost from R120 to R150 at Webtickets.
• The music of Neil Diamond by Johan Liebenberg is at Kapstadt Brauhaus Blouberg on Thursday 10 April at 19:30 Tickets from R220 at Quicket
• Ray Dylan tree op Vrydag 11 April om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell op Kaartjies kos vanaf R180 tot R220 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net
• Die Nekkies-musiekfees is van Vrydag 18 April tot Maandag 21 April by die Nekkies-vakansieoord, Worcester Kaartjies van R20 tot R120 by Webtickets.
Francois van Coke is the competition’s head judge and will perform at The Band Battle concert at Curro Durbanville High School on 27 June Hopeful high school bands must enter by
Kom lag saam vir Aletta Francina se unieke insigte.
Kommentaar // Comments
Wees gaaf - ons ken nie almal se storie nie
Ek het die ander dag met ‘n vriendin oor alledaagse uitdagings gesels. Ek het gekla oor hoe besig my week is, hoe moeilik dit is om alles te balanseer, en hoe moeg ek voel. Maar toe sy begin praat oor wat sy deurgaan – ‘n siek familielid, finansiële druk, en ‘n persoonlike verlies – het ek skielik besef hoe klein my probleme eintlik is teenoor die moeilike pad wat sy stap Dit het my weer laat dink aan hoe belangrik dit is om gaaf en bedagsaam te wees teenoor ander Ons weet nooit regtig wat iemand anders beleef nie Party mense dra swaar laste wat ons nie kan sien nie – emosionele pyn, gesinsprobleme, of finansiële stres ‘n Vriendelike woord, ‘n bietjie geduld, of net ‘n bietjie begrip kan ‘n groot verskil maak in iemand se dag
Ons leef in n wêreld waarin almal jaag, haastig is en in hul eie probleme vasgevang is Dit is maklik om ongeduldig te raak met die kassier wat stadig werk, die motoris wat te stadig voor jou ry, of die kollega wat kortaf is Maar wat as ons vir ‘n oomblik stop en besef dat daardie kassier dalk n moeilike dag het, daardie motoris dalk ‘n bejaarde is wat versigtig bestuur, en daardie kollega dalk sukkel met ‘n persoonlike krisis? ‘n Bietjie deernis kan ‘n situasie verander
My ouers het my altyd geleer om mense te aanvaar soos hulle is “Jy weet nie altyd wat hulle deurgemaak het nie, het my ma dikwels gesê Hierdie woorde het al hoe meer betekenis begin kry toe ek besef hoeveel mense al op hul eie reis van pyn en
herstel is Ek dink terug aan hoe ek as kind grootgeword het My ouers het dikwels vir ons gesê dat ons nie mense moet oordeel nie, en hulle het ons geleer om begrip te hê vir die mense om ons Dit het nie net beteken dat ons nie ander se optrede of voorkoms moet bekyk nie, maar dit het ook gewys dat ons nie altyd weet wat die ander persoon agter die geselskap, die glimlag of die stilheid dra nie Bedagsaamheid is nie net oor groot gebare nie; dit lê in die klein dinge – ‘n glimlag vir n vreemdeling, n vriendelike boodskap aan ‘n vriend, of net om iemand te vra hoe dit regtig met hulle gaan en dan regtig te luister Dit is om mense met respek en begrip te hanteer, selfs wanneer ons self ‘n moeilike dag het Ek het geleer dat vriendelikheid ‘n uitkring-effek het Wanneer jy gaaf en bedagsaam is, inspireer jy ander om dieselfde te doen Dit kos niks om vriendelik te wees nie, maar dit kan onmeetbare waarde hê vir iemand wat dit nodig het Kom ons probeer almal om ’n bietjie sagter met mekaar te wees Ons weet nooit watter innerlike stryd iemand anders stry nie ‘n Bietjie empatie kan die wêreld ‘n beter plek maak - KAILINDANIELS
F1 in Suid-Afrika bly ’n groot droom
Hoewel ek baie opgewonde is oor die moontlikheid van 'n Formule Een Grand Prix in Suid-Afrika is ek versigtig om te opgewonde te raak want soos ons nou al geleer het, is dit 'n geval van 'seeing is believing'
Ek is nie negatief of enigiets nie, maar ek weet dit kos bitter klomp geld om so 'n resies aan te bied as gasheerland en dat die sport se bestuur F1 FIA ander privaat-entiteite en die regering sal moet saamwerk om so 'n droom te kan verwesenlik Gayton
McKenzie, ons uitgesproke minister van sport, het wel verlede jaar met die F1-base ontmoet wat die idee skep dat daar stappe geneem word om die sport wel hier te kry Of dit nou by Kyalami of ons eie Killarney-renbaan gaan wees, dit maak nie saak nie Solank ons darem weer die sport op eie bodem sal kan geniet is iets waaroor nogal vreeslik na uitsien
Ek hou nie my asem op nie maar hou wel my duim styf vas INWONER, Kaapstad
Leer aflewereaars padreëls
Met verwyssing na die brief “Nou voel ek beter” in TygerBurger van 19 Maart Ek was al in twee gevalle betrokke
In die eerste geval ry ek die seepad tussen Melbosstrand na Blouberg 'n Afleweringsmotorfiets ry amper bo-op my motor – die motorfietsryer ry met sy gesig padwaards weens die wind en jaag by my verby tussen myne en 'n aankomende motor van voor Nie lank daarna nie nader ek eilande wat die pad na Blouberg en na Tablebay Mall verdeel Daar staan die motorfietsryer en ondersoek sy fiets Natuurlik het hy te vinnige gery om links te draai en op die eiland beland
Die tweede keer ry ek uit Duynefontein, 'n motorfiets bly agter my motor Ek stop by die stopstraat om regs te kan draai na Melkbosstrand Ek begin stadig beweeg om te draai na regs Die motorfiets jaag met 'n spoed verby my motor Die motor regs beweeg skielik – en sien nie dat ek gaan draai – die motorfiets het hom ok verras Ons motors mis mekaar – ek wonder steeds of dit 'n paar sentimeters was – ons het albei geskrik
Die supertmarkte by Tablebay Mall en Bayside moet asseblief hul bestuurders padreëls leer Moontlik sal dit help BLOSSOM VAN EEDEN-SPENCE, E-pos
Teenage pregnancy a big crisis
South Africa faces a severe teenage pregnancy crisis, threatening the futures of young girls and the nation Around 4% of girls aged 14 to 19 reported pregnancies last year, with the rate rising dramatically with age In 2022/23 an estimated 150 000 girls aged 10-19 became pregnant, including over 2 700 girls aged 10-14, indicating widespread statutory rape
The consequences are devastating: school dropout, limited job prospects, poverty, and social stigma Early marriages further exacerbate their struggles Addressing this crisis requires understanding the complex factors at play
Girls in impoverished communities often lack access to essential sexual and reproductive health information and services
Comprehensive sexuality education is often lacking, leaving young people without accurate and age-appropriate knowledge about sex, contraception, and safe practices
Harmful gender norms and cultural practices can restrict girls' access to education and healthcare, while the normalisation of early sexual activity in some communities further exacerbates the problem
Even when young people possess knowledge about contraception, they may encounter significant barriers to accessing it due to cost, availability, or social stigma
Sexual violence against girls, particularly those under 18, is a major driver of teenage pregnancy, with cases of statutory rape alarmingly prevalent
Weak family and community support systems, coupled with a lack of open
communication about sex and relationships, leave young people ill-equipped to navigate these critical issues
Addressing this crisis demands a multipronged approach, requiring a concerted effort from all sectors of society:
. Implement age-appropriate sexuality education focusing on relationships, gender equality and self-respect
.Youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services, including contraception, counselling, and STI testing, must be readily accessible affordable and confidential
. Addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality is paramount Investing in education, creating economic opportunities for women, and empowering girls are crucial steps
.Strengthened laws and enforcement mechanisms are needed to protect girls from sexual violence, alongside robust support services for survivors
.Open communication between parents and children about sex and relationships is essential Community-based initiatives, involving parents, community leaders, and traditional healers, can play a vital role in shifting social norms
.Empowering girls through education mentorship programs, and life skills training will enable them to make informed choices about their lives and futures
South Africa’s teenage pregnancy crisis requires urgent, comprehensive action to protect the futures of its young girls and break the cycle of poverty and inequality FEZEKILE COTANI Soneike
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het lankal ‘township status’
Is daar miskien net-net een enkele straat –of sypadjie – in die hele groter Goodwood–grensgebied waar daar nie n opgegraafde waterpyplekkasie plaasgevind het nie?
En terloops, waar daar n boom afgesaag is en die betrokke plek nie herstel is nie?
Of selfs waar sinkgate is of ander werk begin is, of randstene weens boomwortels omgeval het ens En vir maande of jare net so deur inwoners aanvaar moet word?
Ek praat nie eens van die dekade lange klagtes oor boomwortels nie
En nou die kitsoplossing vir padbeskadiging: om met ` n mengsel van gruis/sand/sement toe te gooi (baiekeer nie eens gekompakteer nie)!
Daarby – afgesien van die talle kilometers waterpype wat vervang word – het iemand al ooit soveel gebarste pype beleef soos deesdae? Daar is “townships” rondom, maar dit wil voorkom of ons al lankal ''township''-status bereik het!
D BEELDERS, Vasco
Polisie word op en af gelaai
Ek wonder of dit algemene praktyk hier in Bellville Kaap is Daar is nie voertuie beskikbaar om uit te gaan na noodgevalle toe nie
Nee, want die voertuie staan of by beamptes se huise of die voertuie word vir ander dinge gebruik
In my straat word 'n polisiebeampte opgelaai en afgelaai met 'n polisievoertuig, elke dag wat hy gaan werk
Gewoonlik moet hulle 10-15 minute vir hom wag
My vraag is nou: Word alle polisie lede by hulle huise opgelaai en afgelaai?
Ek sien ook dat mense opgelaai word met polisievoertuie gedurende beamptes se werkstye om by hulle huis te kom werk
Ook word boumateriaal met polisie voertuig gekoop en by hulle huis afgelaai gedurende beamptes se werkstyd
Volgens my is dit ongehoort, ons gewone burgers van die land moet maar self sien om by ons werke te kom MAAK SEKER, Bellville
As the sun dipped below the horizon,local photographer Colin Brown captured a stunning sunset with Lion’s Head in the background a striking image that beautifully symbolizes the arrival of a new season. PHOTO: COLIN BROWN
Seniorshetbaiebedrywigejaar
Die Durbanville Seniors Hub (DSH), wat in 2019 gestig is met die doel om waarde toe te voeg tot die daaglikse lewe van senior burgers in Durbanville en omgewing, het die jaar met 'n bedrywige program afgeskop Buiten gereelde oefensessies sedert 7 Januarie, het twee sprekers die lede al kom toespreek Louise Coetzee van die Durbanville-kinderhuis het hulle meer vertel oor die daaglikse verloop van die lewe van 'n kind in die kinderhuis Dit is opgevolg met ‘n besoek aan die kinderhuis deur lede van die DSH
PRODUKTEVANPAPIERPULP
Emile Barnard, 'n voetheelkundige het hulle oor voetgesondheid toegespreek en veral aandag gegee aan die impak van diabetes op voetgesondheid, asook die reeks voetgesondheidsdienste wat deur voetheelkundiges aangebied word Die lede is op Menseregtedag (21 Maart) deur die Durbanville Lionsklub na 'n bring-en-
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DHS het ook by die jaarlikse basaar van die NG kerk Durbanville-Bergsig 'n stalletjie gehad, waar lede hul brei- en hekelprodukte verkoop het
NUWEVRIENDE
Enigeen wat graag nuwe vriende wil ontmoet, word genooi om by die DHS aan te sluit Die jaarlikse aansluitingsfooi is slegs R170
Die gereelde aktiwiteite sluit in: . Maandae: ontbyt om 11:00 by Café 22 in Oxford Straat, Durbanville; . Dinsdae: brei- en hekelgroep vergader om 11:00;
Die lede van die Durbanville Senior Hub is onlangs trakteer op‘n bring en braai deur die Durbanville Lionsklub Hier by hulle is Keith Shaw (heel links) van die Durbanville Lionsklub.
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uad and the competitiveness ongst the players to be in the rting line-up for each game, ierce By performing in each me and good timing we are ivering top performances ause everything we practice is ming together
Our players come from all over country, from the Eastern pe, Northern Cape, Gauteng d Western Cape, and is a mixed lticultural group
They learn from each other, me from different cultures, periences and backgrounds By nning each game we give our UT student community some nfidence
The multicultural mix adds ue to the team dynamics and at we stand for The CPUT mmunity is the 16th player d the players know this and preciate the support," said
Theys
He is proud of the leadership of captain Kieran Naidoo who leads by example and the contributions in each game by flyhalf Honour Maseti
"When we were promoted to Super League A in 2024 we weren't ready for that league We saw players mature because you have to bring your A game in each match We were shown what it takes to be in Super League A and to stay there, I can assure you it is no picnic
"Playing in Super League B is going to be tough as teams across the board set goals to be in the play-offs
"Some clubs have more experienced players, have financial support and have the same fanatic supporters as our student community, which brings a certain vibe," he said
Rugbyspanne maak stem dik in toernooi op Stellenbosch
SARELBURGER
Die hoërskole Stellenberg en Durbanville se eerste rugbyspanne het die afgelope naweek in Stellenbosch goed stem dikgemaak tydens die eerste sarsie wedstryde in die jaarlikse Noord/Suid- saamtrek vir die voorste spanne in die land
Durbanville het inderdaad verras deur die pronkspan van HS Monument (Krugersdorp) 27-21 te laat les opsê, terwyl die Stellies die span van Voortrekker (Bethlehem) 'n deeglike pak slae van 52-7 toegedien het
Verskeie o 19A-spanne van Tygerbergse skole het hul deeglik laat geld tydens hul erste kragmetings by die jaarlikse Patriotfees in Kuilsrivier
Onder die wenspanne was Brackenfell (29-14 t HS Windhoek), Fairmont (23-12
t Steynville), Bosmansdam (40-14 t Groenberg, Grabouw), Monumentpark (34-5 t Schoonspruit, Malmesbury), Maar aan die verloorkant was Kasselsvlei (14-39 t Paarl Gimvyftiental), Bellville-Suid (19-24 t Klein Nederburg), Excelsior (7-17 t Kairos) en De Kuilen (3858 t HS Noorder Paarl) In die o 16-geledere het sake egter minder suksesvol verloop vir Durbanville (7-40 t Monument, Krugersdorp) en Stellenberg (17-46 t Grey Kollege, Bloemfontein) tydens Paarl Gim se jaarlikse Jean de Villiers-toernooi
Maar die Tygerbergers se o 15-spanne het vir die voorgaande vergoed toe die Durbies 47-10 klaargespeel het met Hopefield terwyl Stellenbertg met 28-7 te sterk was vir HS Diamantveld (Kimberley) by die Frans Malherbe-toernooi in die Paarl
Xaba digs quite deep to defend SPAR Grand Prix title
Defending series champion
Glenrose Xaba had to dig deep on Sunday morning 30 March, but she managed to hold off a challenge from Ethiopia's Selam Gebre to win the opening leg of the 2025 SPAR Grand Prix in Green Point
Following overnight rain the skies cleared just before the start of the 10 km contest, offering near-perfect conditions for the elite field aside from a bit of wind
Pushing the pace hard at the start, Xaba (Boxer Athletics Club) pulled two athletes with her in the early stages - Gebre and another Ethiopian, Meseret
Fita (both representing Nedbank Running Club) - as they opened a gap on a larger chasing group
Approaching halfway, however, 41-year-old Lebo Phalula (Boxer) put in an incredible surge to drag some of the chase group with her as they closed the gap on the leaders
The pace eventually took its toll, and the athletes dropped off one by one until only Gebre was left hanging on to Xaba's shoulder in the closing stages
Having led from the gun, Xaba kicked with less than a kilometre to go and finally managed to shake off Gebre as she drew clear for a hard-fought win in 33:13
Gebre finished five seconds off the pace in 33:18, while Xaba's training partner Karabo Mailula (Tuks Athletics) stepped on the podium at a SPAR Grand Prix race for the first time in her career, crossing the finish line in third place in 33:35
Phalula finished in an impressive fifth position behind fourth placed Cacisile Sosibo (Boxer)
Russian born Australian Ola Firsova, who now lives in Stellenbosch, finished eighth
The race, which attracted a massive field of 16 000 participants, started 30 minutes late after the race safety
committee took a decision to ensure all possible safety issues had been solved on the route
Xaba admitted the late start had affected her performance, but she was pleased to have opened the defence of her series title with a victory
"I'm happy with the race but I'm a little disappointed with my time," she said
Xaba holds the South African 10 km record of 31:12
"We stood too long at the start and my muscles were stiff and my body didn't respond very well, but I'm glad I was able to run a good race and stay focused until the end "
Gebre was also satisfied with her result, just two weeks after she finished second at the Rome Marathon in Italy in 2:28:22
"To be honest, I need a little more time to recover from the marathon, and I felt the wind was a bit harsh, but I did my best and I'm happy with the result," Gebre said
Phalula went on to finish fifth overall, winning the Over-40 category in 34:14, just 13 seconds outside her own South African veteran's record
Caster Semenya running in her second official 10 km race finished in a credible 14th position
