Primary School to speak to their learners in Grades 4 to ommunity Medics volunteer Jolene Page was delighted ation to over 400 learners,covering topics such as s,essential emergency numbers,and actions to take g,head injuries,unconsciousness,and more Page was s and was impressed by the insightful questions they
scam prevention, and how to identify and report fraudulent activity
The talk will be held on Thursday, 17 April 2025, at 11:00 at the Church on the Rise, corner of Porterfield Road and the R27 All residents are encouraged to attend Chandler concluded with a stern warning to the community
"If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is
"If you didn't enter a competition, you can't have won anything And if someone claiming to be a police officer asks you for money report it immediately Protect yourself and your loved ones "
Victims of fraud are encouraged to report incidents at their nearest police station and contact the Table View police directly at 021 521 3300
Free checks for motorists
With the Easter holiday fast approaching motorists are encouraged to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy
Provincial government will be offering free 10-point vehicle safety checks for all motorists
The initiative is not a full roadworthy test, but a vehicle inspection to test the fitness of their vehicles
Motorists are encouraged to take advantage of this service, especially those planning long trips
The free inspections will be conducted by qualified examiners and focus on key safety components, including: tyres; brakes; lights; suspension; CV joints; electrical systems; exhaust systems; wipers and licence discs among others
The Western Cape Mobility Department confirmed that driver licences will not be scanned for outstanding warrants or fines
Each vehicle will receive a printed report identifying any issues which the driver can then attend to
By participating in this free inspection, motorists are contributing to safer roads in the province
The checks will be available from 08:00 to 15:30 at various locations across the Western Cape on the following dates:
.Friday 11 April
.Monday 14 April
.Tuesday 15 April
.Wednesday 16 April
THURSDAY10APRIL
. Bastion Primary School in Brackenfell is presenting its Foundation Phase concert from 10 to 12 April and 14 to 16 April at 19:00 each evening Grades R to 3 will be performing a thrilling twist on classic fairytales. How innocent is Little Red Riding Hood? What does the Three Little Pigs have up their sleeves? And why is Wolf always the bad guy? Tickets will be available at the door at R100 per person.
. Duplicate Bridge meets at Milnerton Bridge Club every Thursday at 12:15 for 12:30 until 16:00 at Milnerton Library Contact Dot Pickett on 0834554930 or Dorothy.pickett1@gmail.com for more information.
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. 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 info
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. 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, so book early Email Matt at 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. Contact Jean on 083 356 0001 or Rosabelle on 081 497 4044 . 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.
. Bring jou vriende of familie en kom kyk hoeveel rondes julle kan stap of draf in ses uur tydens die Run for a Child-uitdaging wat van 08:00 tot 14:00 by die Jan Krielskool aangebied word. Inskrywings kan op die dag gedoen word. Die inskryffooi is R200 en kontant of kaartbetalings sal aanvaar word. Kontak Teresa Morris via WhatsApp by 061 968 7002 of by runforachild@outlook.com met enige navrae of om vooraf te betaal.
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 four-legged 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 Visit www.mdzananda co.za or contact marcelle@mdzananda co.za for more information. . Harmonie-gemeente in samewerking met Danie Matthee voer die Paasproduksie Geheime Verraad en Verspotte Komplotte in die saal van die Hoërskool Bellville op Daar is vertonings om 09:00 en 15:00 en toegang is gratis, hoewel ‘n dankoffer opgeneem sal word.
. A Sari fashion show promises to deliver an exclusive evening of high fashion with designer Sivani Chinappan, showcasing the latest trends in sari fashion and bringing corporate to the runway The event starts at 14:00 at 9 Neutron Street, Bellville Tickets are available from R200 To book your ticket, send a WhatsApp to Sivani on 081 539 2047 or email to sivani.chinappan@gmail.com
Deadline extended for arts scholarship
The Arts and Culture Trust (ACT) has extended the deadline for its Nyoloha Scholarship Programme (NSP) to Sunday 13 April
This scholarship offers financial support for young artists who want to pursue an undergraduate degree at an accredited arts institution in South Africa
The ACT NSP is open to talented artists aged 17 to 25 who are passionate about pursuing a career in the arts Whether you are a singer, dancer, actor, or visual or digital artist, this is your chance to receive training and mentorship to help take your artistic career to the next level Visit www act org za/nyoloha for full details and guidelines
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KAILIN
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has issued an urgent appeal to all vessels and members of the maritime community operating between Cape Town and Langebaan to remain vigilant and report any sightings that may assist in the ongoing search for a missing man
David van der Merwe, a 48-year-old local resident, was last seen in the water offshore of Melkbosstrand on the late afternoon of Wednesday 2 April His last-known position is believed to be somewhere between Koeberg and Grotto Bay
An extensive, coordinated search operation was launched immediately following reports that Van der Merwe was in distress NSRI Melkbosstrand responded swiftly to the call, joined by Big Bay Surf Lifesaving (BBSL), Western Cape Government Health EMS rescue squad drone unit, the police, an Aerios Global Aviation (AGA) helicopter dispatched by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) and West Coast coast watchers Despite thorough efforts stretching late into the night - continuing past midnight - no trace of Van der Merwe had yet been found
OPERATION
The operation has since expanded to involve additional support from NSRI stations in Table Bay, Yzerfontein and Mykonos as well as Police Water Policing and Diving Services (WPDS), Police Sea Borderline Control, law enforcement and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) Telkom Maritime Radio Services has issued an “All Ships Alert” to increase awareness and vigilance among vessels passing
through the region
“We are urging all boaters, fishermen and vessels operating along this stretch of the coast to keep a sharp lookout,” said an NSRI spokesperson “Any sightings, however insignificant they may seem, could be vital to the investigation ” A beachgoer who witnessed the incident described the scene as “chaotic and deeply
distressing” “We saw a figure bobbing in the surf, further out than most swimmers go,” recalled Marinda Fourie, who was walking her dog along the beachfront “He seemed to be trying to keep his head above water, then we lost sight of him ” Yet she was unsure whether it was the same man
The NSRI had not given up hope and said all relevant authorities remain on high alert The public was urged to report any information that may assist in locating Van der Merwe by contacting the MRCC or their nearest NSRI station
Further updates will be provided as new information became available, the NSRI said
MariojoinsCenturyCity
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For Mario Jacobs, new Infrastructure Maintenance Manager at Century City Property Owners' Association (CCPOA), every project is an opportunity to push boundaries, refine processes, and strengthen teamwork With a career spanning major commercial hubs, international sporting events, and complex maintenance projects, his journey has been one of growth, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
From the stands of Newlands Cricket Ground to the meticulous planning behind international events, Mario has built a career around highperformance operations “I’ve had the privilege of managing diverse portfolios, from commercial spaces to mixeduse developments,” he shares “Each project has taught me the importance of efficiency, adaptability, and teamwork ”
During his time as Operations and Facilities Manager at Newlands Cricket Ground, Mario was responsible for overseeing not only the stadium itself but also the surrounding business precinct His expertise in infrastructure maintenance and operational efficiency made him an integral part of the Women’s World Cup T20 local organising committee, where he played a key role in ensuring seamless operations for this world-class event
“Success is best when it’s shared,” he adds, quoting Howard Schultz “No major event or project is achieved alone – it takes a dedicated team, working together with a common goal ” When he’s not immersed in the fast-paced world of infrastructure management, Mario enjoys spending
Call to action new blood donors
MARIO JACOBS IS THE NEW INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE MANAGER AT CCPOA
quality time with his family and coaching sports teams “There’s something special about mentoring and seeing young athletes grow, both in skill and confidence It reminds me that leadership is about guiding and supporting others, whether on the field or in the workplace ”
POTENTIAL
Mario sees Century City as a precinct with limitless potential While already a benchmark for smart urban planning, he believes there’s always room to raise the bar even higher
“Century City has the opportunity to showcase that a smaller precinct can operate at the highest standards of efficiency and innovation,” he explains “With the right blend of collaboration, forward-thinking solutions, and a commitment to excellence, we can set an example for the city and beyond ”
His leadership is grounded in the belief that a strong team is the foundation of any successful operation “The strength of the team is each individual member The strength of each member is the team,” he quotes from Phil Jackson, emphasising the importance of collective effort
Mario’s expertise extends beyond daily operations – he is experienced in maintenance refurbishments, business management, budgeting, contractor coordination, and compliance with safety regulations His ability to oversee both hard and soft services ensures that Century City functions smoothly, from infrastructure upkeep to large-scale
projects
As he continues to drive innovation within Century City’s infrastructure team, Mario remains committed to the principles that have shaped his career: strategic thinking, efficiency, and above all, teamwork
“It’s about creating a space where people can thrive, whether they’re living, working, or visiting And that’s what makes the work so fulfilling ”
In a united effort to address the growing demand for blood, the Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS), in partnership with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS), urges South Africans to become first-time blood donors on Saturday 12 April, from 09:00 to 16:00
This one-day drive aims to recruit 800 new blood donors to grow a sustainable blood donor base and raise awareness about the critical need for regular blood donation
The WCBS hopes to recruit 300 new donors in the Western Cape First-time donors are the focus, and this campaign aims to make that first step easy, welcoming, and life-changing
The blood service anticipates blood stock shortages leading up to the winter months Blood stock levels tend to decline during Easter and the school holidays
“This is more than just a one-day campaign, it’s a national call to action We’re encouraging every donor to bring someone who’s never donated before If everyone brings just one new person, we could double our impact in a single day,” says Marike Carli, marketing manager at WCBS
Donors can visit any WCBS or SANBS blood donation clinic across the country or the following shopping centres:
. N1 City Mall (Goodwood);
. Tyger Valley Shopping Centre (Bellville);
. CapeGate Shopping Centre (Brackenfell);
. Liberty Promenade Shopping Centre (Mitchells Plain);
Mario Jacobs,new Infrastructure Maintenance Manager at CCPOA
CPFleadskids’ hearing-testdrive
In collaboration with Melkbosstrand police, the Community Policing Forum (CPF) recently undertook a project to conduct hearing tests for underprivileged children at Vaaitjie School and The Melkbos Care Centre.
The event was a resounding success, for the children thoroughly enjoying the experience The primary objective of the project was to identify any hearing impairments and provide further assistance to those in need
The project demonstrated the power of community collaboration and corporate social responsibility “We appreciate the support of our partners and look forward to continuing our efforts to make a positive impact in our community,” the CPF stated “We extend our sincerest gratitude to Spec-Savers Melkbosstrand for generously sponsoring the hearing tests and PNP, Steers, Dis-Chem, Hydrate Water and Die Spens for their kind support with food and refreshments Thank you to Birkenhead Centre for providing the venue ”
Melkbosstrand police with some of the children
COLLABORATION FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Some of the lifeguards who competed
Lifesaving Clubs participate in Master Classics
The beach was buzzing on Saturday 5 April when LG Masters hosted its annual Masters Classic at Big Bay Surf Lifesaving Club
The Milnerton and Big Bay Surf Lifesaving Clubs participated Masters (lifeguards 30 years and older) of clubs around the Western Cape were invited to participate in
the Big Bay Masters’ Classic, hosted by the Big Bay club every year
A food truck was set up for visitors to grab a bite, soak in the energy and watched the action
The team was at the beach from 10:00 to set up The event was proudly sponsored by BUCO Montague Gardens
Vermaak // Entertainment
Skatkis van teaterproduksies bySuidoosterfees
Teaterproduksies te kies en te keur by Suidoosterfees
Die Suidoosterfees wat van 30 April tot 4 Mei in die Kunstekaap-teater plaasvind se NATi-Teaterfees spog met produksies wat feesgangers se verbeelding gaan aangryp
Fynproewers kan uitsien na Breyten Breytenbach se Verwelkingslied, sy laaste verhoogdrama wat hy kort voor sy dood in 2024 spesiaal vir die Suidoosterfees geskryf het Breytenbach het sy swanesang aan Antoinette Kellermann en Marthinus Basson, teaterveterane met wie hy in die verlede nou saamgewerk het opgedra. Kellermann speel die rol van ’n ou verhoogaktrise teenoor Dawid Minnaar, wat ’n dooie digter, herkenbaar as Breytenbach self, voorstel. Met Verwelkingslied spreek Breytenbach sy laaste woord aan die teaterwêreld en, op byna profetiese wyse, beskryf die digter sy dood en begrafnis.
Ronelda Kamfer se veelbekroonde roman, Kompoun, deur Jolyn Phillips vir die verhoog verwerk, vertel die verhaal van die McKinney-familie by monde van twee kleinkinders, Nadia en Xavie Melissa de Vries en Angelo Bergh vertolk die rolle onder regie van Lee-Ann van Rooi
Annie + Helen is’n aangrypende drama wat handel oor ’n 12-jarige Helen Keller en die 25-jarige Annie Sullivan. Judi Hattingh, ’n 13-jarige leerder van Curro Durbanville, vertolk die rol van Helen, en Cintaine Schutte speel Annie Dié inspirerende verhaal van twee formidabele vroue hou kosbare lesse in. Carlo Daniels is te sien in die eenmanstuk Die uitweg, gegrond op ’n Kafka-kortverhaal. Hy speel die rol van ’n pedantiese kêrel wat ná ’n moeilike dag by die huis kom en twee bonsende klein balletjies in sy sitkamer vind.
Simon Bruinders is terug op die verhoog met Die sideboard en die vuur ’n opvolg van Die sideboard wat ’n dekade gelede die lig gesien het Vanessa Swartz is saam met Bruinders op die verhoog in dié verhaal oor Abraham en Stella, wie se bestaan deur gedwonge verskuiwings bedreig word.
LIEFDEENKOMEDIE
Dramas waarvan die Suidoosterfees medevervaardiger is en reeds uitstekend by ander kunstefeeste ontvang is, kom ook na die Kunstekaap se verhoog.
Philip Rademeyer se Stinkhout met Frank Opperman en Wilhelm van der Walt het reeds vele toekennings verower Christo Davids se gewilde Laaitie met die biscuits met Wayne van Rooyen Stephanie Baartman, Carla Classen en Joshwin Dyson, kom maak ook ’n Kaapse draai.
In Hortjies dig – die storie van digter Peter Blum, word dié omstrede skrywer se dikwels skandalige lewe en literêre nalatenskap in oënskou geneem. Chris van Niekerk en Joanie Combrink is op die verhoog as Blum en sy vrou, Hetta Arnold Vosloo, wat in Hollywood naam gemaak het, verskyn saam met Elzabé Zietsman in Liefdesbriewe Zietsman het dié Broadway-treffer deur A.R Gurney in Afrikaans vertaal.
Wendy Anthonie se Anderkant die treinspoor kombineer teater, woordkuns, musiek en dans om ’n liefdesverhaal te vertel waarby twee bendes op die dorpie Spoorvallei betrokke is Die produksie
se produksie, Die een wat bly FOTO: GYS LOUBSER
herinner aan West Side Story en Shakespeare se Romeo & Juliet Nog ’n produksie waarin verskillende genres en dissiplines bymekaar kom, is die Figure of 8-dansgeselskap se Die een wat bly, waarin Daneel van der Walt, Grant van Ster en Shaun Oelf te sien is. Dit handel oor die verhouding tussen kinders en ouers, en die ervaring van verlies wat noodwendig daarmee gepaard gaan.
Komedie bly nie agterweë nie Hans bars die bioborrel, gegrond op Rudie van Rensburg se boek, Rondomtalie/Marry-go-round wat handel oor 'n wankelende huweliksbootjie, en Sonde met die spoke, Marianne Thamm se eerste verhoogstuk in Afrikaans, gaan beslis die lagspiere kielie Mike van Graan se nuwe toneelstuk, The Good White, speel af teen die agtergrond van studenteopstande in 2016 en plaas die vergrootglas op karakters wat in verskillende hoedanighede by ’n universiteit betrokke is.
Die Namakwalanders Danneline Ramsden en Miché van Wyk bring Skatkis vol stories na die verhoog, propvol staaltjies uit Kommagas se wêreld. Nog ’n Namakalandse aktrise, René Cloete, is saam met Stephanie Hough in die drama Wag Zubayr Charles se Please, don’t call me moffie speel in die Bo-Kaap af en handel oor homofobie binne ’n Moslem-konteks. . Besoek www. suidoosterfees.com vir die feesprogram Kaartjies is beskikbaar by Webtickets
Acclaimed one woman show at Baxter
The electrifying and highly acclaimed Isidlamlilo/ The Fire Eater, a one-woman show brought to life by Mpume Mthombeni and theatre-maker Neil Coppen comes to the Baxter Flipside from 9 to 19 April Winner of four Naledi Theatre Awards for Best Production, Best Actor in a solo performance, Best Director and Best Lighting Design, the production was nominated for four more awards At the 2024 Woordtrofees awards it won Best New South African text Best Solo Performance for Mthombeni and Best Technical Achievement for Tina le Roux It was selected as the Critics Choice at the 2023 Noordezon Festival of Performing Arts in the Netherlands Standard Bank Young Artist Award winner Coppen, in collaboration with Mthombeni, have written the script based on a range of testimonials shared with them and the Urban Futures Centre (UFC)
RecollectionsSet in a women’s hostel in downtown Durban, 60-something Zenzile Maseko (Mthombeni) is a grandmother who is partially disabled and declared dead by the Home Affairs’ decrepit system It is within the confines of her cramped room that Zenzile reckons with Nkulunkulu (God), recalling the unbelievable series of events that have unfolded across her lifetime
It is soon revealed that she operated as one of the IFP’s most feared assassins (nicknamed Impundulu/ The Lightning Bird) in the build-up to the 1994 South African elections While the story offers an insightful look at the eddying cycles of violence and revenge that play out across generations, it is about redemption, regeneration and reinvention There is an age restriction of 14 years
•Book at Webtickets online or at Pick n Pay stores
DIARY/DAGBOEK
•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 –a fiery, laugh-out-loud journey into SA Indian identity 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
• Quator Avena: Around the World in 80 Minutes is at the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch on Friday 11 April at 19:00 Tickets R65 to R165 at Webtickets
• One Night in Cape Town with YOUNGR and Goodluck is at Cabo Beach Club, V&A Waterfront on Friday 11 April at 19:00 Tickets from R295 at Webtickets
• Hamlet comes to the Artscape Theatre from 11 to 17 April Tickets cost R100 at Webtickets
•Brahms Ein Deutsches Requiem is by die NG kerk Uitsig, Ridgeworth op Saterdag 12 April om 19:30 Kaartjies kos R210 by Webtickets.
• Endler Concert Series: Band Extravaganza 2025 is at the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch on Saturday 12 April at 15:00 Tickets are R55 to R100 at Webtickets
•Cape Town Concert Series Percussion in Concert is on Saturday 12 April at 11:00 at The Baxter Theatre Tickets from R100 at Webtickets.
•Alistair Izobell and Friends pay Tribute to David Kramer at Artscape on Saturday 12 April at 20:00
Tickets cost R250 at Webtickets.
•An 11-hour Charity Dance Marathon is happening at El Shaddai Christian School on Saturday 12 April from 10:00 Tickets from R35 at Quicket
•Van Bublé tot Bocceli met Andre Terblanche en Corneil Muller is by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant op Sondag 13 April om 14:30 Kaartjies kos R180 by www
PROMOTION
dieboer com of by 021 979 1911.
•One-man band Francois will perform at the Edgemead Bowling Club on Sunday 13 April from 15:00 Entry costs R60 Fran and Nico will open the show Food and drinks available at club prices. Call Joan on 061 490 1694 to book.
•The National Youth Choir United Kingdom performs at the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch on Monday 14 April at 17:00 Tickets R100 at Webtickets
• Handel's Messiah by the Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra is at the City Hall on Friday 18 April and Sunday 20 April at 19:30 Tickets from R175 at Quicket
•Die Nekkies-musiekfees is van Vrydag 18 April tot Maandag 21 April by die Nekkies-vakansieoord, Worcester Kaartjies van R20 tot R120 by Webtickets
•Mrs. Mitchell Comes to Town runs at The Baxter from 21 April to 10 May A New thriller by acclaimed playwright Louis Viljoen, starring Jenny Stead and Aidan Scott No under 18s. Tickets from R140 to R180 at Webtickets
• Die Suidoosterfees Afskop-Opskop is op Saterdag 26 April om 18:30 Kaartjies vanaf R180 by Webtickets
• Its A Love Thing Vol.9 is at Grand Arena, GrandWest on Saturday 26 April at 20:00 Tickets from R145 at Webtickets
• Give a Little Love is at the Athlone Civic Centre on Saturday 26 April at 15:00 Tickets R150 at Webtickets
• Van Coke Kartel Melkfest warm-up party is at Daisy Jones Bar Summerhill Wine Estate on Wednesday 30 April at 20:00 Tickets from R150 at Quicket
•Die Konsert van Hoop is by die Kunstekaap-teater op Woensdag 30 April om 18:00 ’n Suidoosterfees-produksie in samewerking met Stad Kaapstad en die Nasionale Jeugmusiekstigting. Kaartjies kos R120 tot R150 by Webtickets •Hans Bars die Bioborrel is by die Zip Zap-tent as deel van die Suidoosterfees op Woensdag 30 April om 16:00 en op Vrydag 2 Mei om 09:00 Kaartjies kos R150 by Webtickets
Explore Cape Town with City Sightseeing
The school and Easter holidays present a fantastic opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Cape Town by hopping on an open-top red bus
City Sightseeing offers a unique way for families to discover the diverse attractions the city has to offer
With over 20 stops, the flexibility of the City Sightseeing buses allows you to tailor your adventure to suit your interests, ensuring unforgettable memories for the whole family
With your City Sightseeing ticket, you can enjoy unlimited hopping on and off at any of the stops throughout the city This means you can explore at your own pace, allowing extended stays at your favourite spots
MUST-VISITEGGCELLENTSTOPS
Here are some must-visit stops that will enhance your holiday experience:
. Two Oceans Aquarium: Dive into the wonders of marine life Kids can marvel at sharks, turtles, and colourful fish The aquarium features interactive exhibits that make learning about ocean ecosystems both fun and engaging
. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway: Take a thrilling ride up Table Mountain to enjoy breathtaking views of Cape Town and its coastline Once at the summit, you can explore various walking trails and enjoy amazing views with the stunning backdrop of the city
. World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary and Monkey Park: Home to over 3 000 birds and a variety of
small animals, this sanctuary offers an interactive experience Children can feed some of the animals and learn about wildlife conservation The monkey park is especially fun providing close encounters with playful monkeys
. Green Point Park: This park is designed with children in mind, featuring a dedicated play area and ample open space for running and playing It’s a great spot for a family outing where kids can expend some energy
EASTEREGGCOMPETITION
To add more excitement to your holiday, don’t miss the Easter egg competition Over Easter weekend - Friday 18 to Monday 21 April - you can collect an entry form at Stop 1 (V&A Waterfront) or Stop 5 (81 Long Street in the city) Answer a few short questions for a chance to win a fantastic R1 000 Easter egg hamper!
PLANYOURADVENTURE
Hop on the red bus and enjoy a day filled with adventure and fun! With a variety of attractions tailored for all ages, your family is sure to have a memorable experience exploring the beautiful city of Cape Town
. Website: For more information and to book your tickets, visit www.citysightseeing/en/ cape-town
. Preparation: Check the operating times and plan your route to make the most of your day.
Some of the community members and fellow runners supporting Cesar DeOliveira (89) at his last Park Run.
Mario Borchards (BRA),Cesar DeOliveira and Cynthia Kensley (BRA)
Cesar DeOliveira (in front) gets cheered on by fellow runners during the Park Run at Century City
We are facing a sexual violence crisis, and we cannot
be silent
We are constantly reminded how much of a dark, sick and crazy world we live in, particularly in South Africa It has taken the global social media community a matter of days to do something that should have been done months ago by calling for #JusticeForCweCwe
For those unfamiliar with the case, CweCwe is a seven-year-old girl who was allegedly raped and sodomised at her school in the Eastern Cape in October last year, with her parents battling to get some form of justice for her since
With calls using the hashtag on social media from countries like Jamaica, United States of America (USA), Canada, Germany and the likes, it has taken global attention to make this horrific incident trend
With yet another tragic reminder of South Africa's deep-rooted crisis of sexual violence, her case has also reminded us again about how unsafe women and children are in this country at the hands of men Men took great offence to the "Men are trash" movement years ago, but the small sense of doubt about their safety is something most women have when in the presence of men We cannot trust men and we need to walk with some caution around them So, the perception that men are approaching us (women and children) with ill-intention is engrained
The saddest part is that the most recent cases, including the father who had allegedly raped his infant because
"he wanted to give her something to cry about" is another reminder that even those meant to protect us can be the very ones we need to watch out for
Despite immediate reporting by her mother, who is a police officer, there has been little to no progress in the investigation So, many people have failed this little girl The school, the driver, the police, the justice system, even to an extent the parent who did not trust her instincts
Public outrage has been immense, with protests and a petition gathering more than 600 000 signatures demanding accountability Why must it always take public pressure for authorities to act? The system is clearly broken What we need to see in this movement is about more than just #JusticeForCwecwe
Children and women across the country are suffering in silence The same silence CweCwe and her family had endured for six months as so many have tried to silence them
We are facing a devastating crisis of sexual violence, with some of the highest rates of rape and gender-based violence (GBV) in the world
Statistics paint a grim picture: thousands of rape cases are reported annually, yet conviction rate remains alarmingly low
In many instances, survivors are met with victim-blaming attitudes from law enforcement, medical professionals, and even their communities
Delays in investigations, mishandling of evidence, and the intimidation of survivors further discourage victims from seeking justice There is a deep-rooted cultural problem that normalises violence against women and children
While we can refer to the cases reported, there are still many that go unreported due to fear, stigma, or a lack of faith in the system, reinforcing a cycle of abuse At some point we feel we have heard it all I am sick to my stomach We cannot be silent - SAMANTHA LEE-JACOBS
TWUTROLLEYRACERSALLWIN: The annual Training Workshop
metro to participate in the fun day at the Athlone campus on Thursday
much-needed funds for the workshops This year the
the accolade of raising the most funds on
Pensioner slams fixed City budget, tariffs
What an absurd excuse for another yearly budget
The fixed tariffs are nothing else than a way of robbing property owners It was never there when we first sign up for municipality rendering services In fact, we paid a deposit to Eskom of R3 500 to supply electricity and was changed to the City as an inbetween supplier in about 1996
So where are our deposits plus interest today since Eskom is not our residence supplier anymore?
Did we as property owners sign an "agreement" or a binding contract?
No, we just apply for municipal service rendered as far as I can remember for water, electricity and refuse removal
We bought our property for R132 000 in 1990 and
after 30 years' inflation, the property’s financial value can't be more then R500 000 - commonsence
As pensioners now our original salaries are cut in half and there is a zero yearly or inflation increase So where will it all end? Sell the property and join the squatter settlements to just stay alive?
The real fact is we (all property owners) subsidise the growing squatter townships, illegal immigrents, the high salaries council and more
I think the budget does not reflect a real valuation of living cost today, but just steamrolls a yearly tradition to increase, increase and more
I'm tired of the political game nonsence to milk the geeses who lay the eggs JJ, Brackenfell
Eersterivier bloei, ons kort hulp
Kan die weermag nie in Eesterivier ontplooi word nie? Saterdag, 29 Maart alleen was daar ten minste vyf jongmense (waarvanaf ek weet) geskiet en drie is oorlede Alles net paar ure uitmekaar uit Een seun is nie net doodgeskiet nie, maar dit is oor hom met die wegjaag motor gery ook 'n Ander slagoffer was maar net 'n matrikulant Hy het nog sy hele lewe voor hom gehad 'n Ander slagoffer was 'n ma van twee jong kinders Sy haarself was ook nog net 'n kind Alles glo bendeverwant En van hierdie persone is onskuldig in die spervuur dood Eersterivier is al 'n rooi sone verklaar, maar niemand tree in nie, waar is die owerhede? Moeders moes hul kinders daar sien sterf in dieselfde straat waar hulle eens op 'n
Paaie
lyk weer mooi, dankie vir teer van strate
Graag wil ek namens (ek dink baie inwoners) baie baie dankie vir die Stad Kaapstad se vir die regmaak van ons paaie en strate in Oakglen en Blommendal Regtig, ná inwoners se
lyk baie baie mooi en netjies INWONER, Blommendal
Oral word geadverteer ons moet saamwerk en ons geysers en ander elektrise toebehore afsit en die ketel en stoof nie so baie gebruik nie
Nou vra ek net hoekom moet ons almal gestraf word en die straatligte kan elke dag, die hele dag brand?
Waar is die samewerking Sit die straatligte af ANON, Bellville
Unlimited (TWU) trolley race brought together 600 participants from four workshops across the
20 March TWU is a project of Cape Mental Health The event is also an opportunity to raise
Athlone workshop brought home the trophy for best athletic team and Nonceba workshop from Khayelitsha won
the day Pictured is Marshall Boesak from Athlone TWU during the race
Treeproaktiefbinneenbuiteop
Reënwater wat op die plafon en jou nuwe TV beland, ’n struktuur wat van die dak af op jou motor val, ’n afdak wat meegee of ’n dak wat reënwaterskade opdoen weens ’n geut vol blare kan enigiets van duisende rande se skade tot ernstige beserings en selfs lewensverlies tot gevolg hê
Virseker, Suid-Afrika se enigste trots-Afrikaanse korttermynversekeringsnaam, maan huurders en eienaars van huise en sakepersele om proaktiewe instandhouding te prioritiseer Van die mees gereëlde geboueversekeringsklagtes wat deur die Nasionale Finansiële Ombudsmanskema ontvang word – beide vir huishoudings en sakeondernemings – is verwant aan geleidelike agteruitgang, verslyting en ’n tekort aan instandhouding “Kommerwekkend baie eise verwant aan dakke, geute en toerusting wat aan geboue vas is
en ook die sekondêre skade wat dit aan eiendomme en hul inhoud aanrig – kon voorkom word deur proaktiewe instandhouding,” sê Riaan Pretorius, woordvoerder van Virseker
VOORKOMALGEMENESKADE
. Seël: ’n Relatief goedkoop seëlmiddel kan ’n waterlek wat jou hele huis oorstroom en jou vloere, matte en elektronika
SIEN JOU DAKKE EN GEUTE NA
beskadig, voorkom . Dak slim: Om ‘n kontrakteur ‘n paar honderd rand te betaal om jou huis se dak en geute skoon te maak, of dit self te doen, kan jou duisende rande se skade spaar wanneer reënwater opdam en in jou huis se plafonne inloop, of ‘n brandende kooltjie van ‘n vuur naby jou huis die blare in die geute laat vlamvat Om jou dak gereëld na te gaan, of te laat nagaan, en enige lekplekke dadelik dig te maak, voorkom nie alleen waterskade aan plafonne en huishoudelike ware nie, maar voorkom ook dat die balke wat die dak ondersteun mettertyd verswak en heeltemal meegee
. Takke en blare: Die wegsnoei van boomtakke om hulle van jou huis se dak weg te hou kan die verf aan jou geute beskerm en so roes help voorkom, maar dit verminder ook die hoeveelheid takke en blare wat opbou, en verlaag sodoende jou huis se brand- en oorstromingsrisiko
. Swamme: Die verwydering van swamme soos mos, skimmel en muf kan verhoed dat jou dak vog aantrek en behou, en sodoende die struktuur – soms tot op die punt dat dit ingee –verswak
. Strukture: Die afskuur van metaalstrukture, arms, klampe en hake, behandeling met ‘n
teenroesmiddel en ‘n goeie laag verf, en die vervanging van geroeste skroewe en boute, is redelik goedkoop, maar kan ‘n katastrofe voorkom sou dié strukture meegee
. Bybehore: Goeie instandhouding van bybehore wat op jou dak gemonteer is –soos sonpanele, satellietskottels ens – kan verhoed dat dit
mettertyd loskom en van die dak af, of deur die dak val
PROAKTIEWEINSTANDHOUDING
Dis natuurlik ook altyd wys om rond te snuffel en die beste geboueversekering vir jou behoeftes en begroting in plek te hê
“Proaktiewe instandhouding verhoed dat klein probleempies
in groot, duur herstelwerk of selfs ‘n algehele katastrofe ontaard en sal jou in die lange duur baie geld spaar,” sluit
Pretorius af “Die ander bonus is dat ‘n goed in stand gehoude huis geneig is om ‘n hoër verkoops- en verhuringswaarde te hê, so goeie, proaktiewe instandhouding kan jou ook ’n hele paar duisend rand ekstra in die sak besorg ”
Basiesies instandhouding,soos om jou huis se geute skoon te hou,kan groot skade voorkom
teams
Sailorsmake waves
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KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
Blustery winds, midnight repairs, and broken gear marked the action-packed 26th annual MAC 24-Hour Challenge, held at the Milnerton Aquatic Club recently The endurance sailing event, which runs continuously for 24 hours, drew 25 teams from around the Western Cape, each competing to clock the furthest distance sailed in a day - part of a broader Guinness World Record attempt Despite starting in near-perfect sailing conditions, several boats suffered serious gear failures over the course of the event An Enterprise Dinghy, CV6, lost its mast mid-race, while a Gypsy Dinghy crewed by the Plumstead Sea Scouts snapped its centreboard Numerous other teams were forced to carry out running repairs to stay in the race But the spirit of the event remained undeterred
“This is exactly what the MAC 24-Hour Challenge is all about - teamwork, endurance, and resilience,” said Mark Algra “It’s not just about who sails the furthest, but how you get there Watching these teams pull together under pressure was incredible ”
HOWITBEGAN
The race began under light north-westerly winds that made for a flawless start Sonnet Dinghies quickly led the pack, followed by Enterprise, Bosun, 420s, and the 16-foot Saldanha dinghies from various Sea Scout groups As the sun set, conditions began to shift Winds dropped significantly in the evening, demanding careful helming, until a light southeasterly picked up around 03:00 By the midnight finish on Sunday, winds had increased to a robust 25 knots, propelling boats across the course in dramatic fashion
UCT, Maties Set forVarsity Cup Final
UCT are through to their fourth consecutive final after defeating UP-Tuks at Tuks Stadium with a decisive performance while log leaders Maties earned a hard-fought victory over defending champions UFS Shimlas at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch
The Ikey Tigers picked up their second win over the the Stripe Generation this season while the Maroon Machine avenged their loss to the Shimlas in last year's semifinals
UP-Tuks 35-48 UCT Ikeys
UCT Ikeys completed the double on UP-Tuks to book their place in the final with a thrilling 48-35 triumph at Tuks Stadium on Monday
Relentless performance from the visitors cornered Tuks to surrender a place in the finals of the FNB Varsity Cup 2025
The Ikeys introduced themselves with two back-to-back tries to cemment their dominance in the opening 10 minutes courtesy of Thomas Nel and Luke Burger Brilliant piece of play from Nel registered the first points on the board before Burger powered over to double the lead Tuks responded with three back-toback points from Jandre Burger to reduce the deficit to just eight points
With the intensity rising, every point mattered for both sides, which saw both adding a combined nine more points, six from the visitors and three for the Stripe Generation Both sides were then reduced to 14men and UCT capitalized with a try from Xola Nyali
from the travelers as Nel dotted down to complete his brace
Keagan Blanckenberg powered over the line to stretch the UCT lead
With Tuks fighting to stay in game, substitute Cayno February flew over the line from another Tuks maul UCT already had their name written on the finals spot as they held firm in defense to secure their place in the final despite Tuks adding more points on the board with a try from Bom Louw The last kick from impressive run of kicks from the spot by Ntokozo Makhaza secured a 35-48 victory in favour of the visitors
Maties 19-7 UFS Shimlas
In their 150th year, Maties will face arch-rivals Ikey Tigers in the FNB Varsity Cup final after securing a hard-fought 19-7 victory overUFS Shimlas in a tense semifinal at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch
With rain halting just before the match, the wet conditions made handling difficult, setting the stage for a low-scoring, tactical battle
Maties immediately put pressure on the visitors, who struggled with unforced errors throughout Shimlas fought back in the second quarter, intensifying the pressure, especially after Maties were reduced to 13 players due to two yellow cards
Though they couldn't capitalize on all their chances, the men from Bloemfontein earned a penalty try, closing the gap to 9-7 at halftime
After the break, Maties right wing Grant de Jager made his mark, chasing down a kick from Van Heerden Smith to score a point of origin try from his own half
Despite missing the conversion, Van Heerden Smith added another penalty, making it 19-7
A TOTAL OF 25 TEAMS ACROSS THE WESTERN CAPE COMPETED IN THE CHALLENGE
“By 07:00, boats were literally flyingespecially the Saldanha Dinghies, pushing up big bow waves,” said Algra
A 12-Hour Challenge ran alongside the main event, with five teams entering, including a Windsurfer and a solo Illusion micro keelboat
The 12-Hour teams completed their sessions from 07:00 to 19:00 on Saturday, resuming again at 07:00 Sunday morning
RACERESULTS
12-HOURCHALLENGE:
•MAC Relay Team – Windsurfer;
•Team Kia Paarl – Illusion;
•Team CV6 – Enterprise Dinghy;
24-HOURCHALLENGE:
•Plumstead Sea Scouts – “Sea Queen” (Saldanha);
•Zeekoevlei Sailing Club – Sonnet;
•MAC – “Team Naleidi Reloaded” – Sonnet;
•UCT Yacht Club – Sonnet;
•Sea King – Saldanha;
•Team Defence Sailing – Bosun Dinghy
Now in its 26th edition, the MAC 24-Hour Challenge is South Africa’s version of the long-running event hosted annually at West Lancashire Yacht Club in Southport, UK In 2022, a South African GP14 named “Red Baron” made headlines by setting a world record of 226 km sailed in 24 hours Sailors and supporters are encouraged to visit the
MJ Nel powered over following a powerful maul from UCT 22-meter line saw the Tuks Stadium erupt and UCT taking a 15-point lead at the break
The halftime talks from Tuks proved commanding as they returned with a try, astonishing break from Kamohelo Tlome sets up Andile Myeni for the hosts second try of the night Immediate respond
In a match dominated by forward play, it was De Jager's opportunistic try and constant threat in attack that stole the show, ensuring Maties' place in the final
The Cape sides will face off on 14 April in the FNB Varsity Cup final
Crews battle gusty conditions and choppy waters during the MAC 24-Hour Challenge,where 25
pushed their limits in the name of endurance and teamwork PHOTO: COLIN BROWN
Thomas Nel of UCT Ikeys scoring his try in their Varsity Cup semi-final against UP Tuks on Monday PHOTO: CHRIST AAN KOTZE
