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lames and billowing smoke coming from a house in Protea Heights, Brackenfell could be seen from far away in the late afternoon of Sunday (4 October). Residents of the quiet neighbourhood watched helplessly as thick plumes of smoke rose into the sky and
flames licked at the roof of the Buitekant Street home. Security firms cordoned off surrounding streets as emergency services rushed to the scene, keeping onlookers at a safe distance while crews prepared to tackle the blaze. At 17:08 the City’s Fire and Rescue Service received a report of a dwelling alight in Buitekant Street, Protea Heights.
The garage, carport, kitchen and lounge were severely damaged by fire.
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Fire engines from Brackenfell, Kraaifontein and Durbanville fire stations were dispatched, supported by a rescue vehicle from Milnerton and water tanker from Epping. An incidentmanagement team was also sent to the scene to coordinate the response. “On arrival they found residents attempting to extinguish the blaze with a garden hose,” said Mark Bosch, spokesperson for the fire service. “Firefighting crews assisted and within 30 minutes of their arrival had the fire contained and declared the area safe at 18:27.” It was a nerve-wracking half an hour for onlookers as firefighters battled the blaze, the smell of smoke hanging heavily in the air. According to Bosch the kitchen and lounge were severely damaged by fire as was a car parked on the scene. The garage and carport were also badly scorched. No injuries were reported, a relief for the closeknit Protea Heights community that had gathered on the pavements, many anxious for word of their neighbours. The City could not provide information on its cause, but reports said the fire had started in the garage.
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It was a nerve-wracking half an hour for residents as firefighters battled the blaze.
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VRYDAG 9 OKTOBER Die AGS Kuilsrivier-aftreeoord (Care Village) bied ’n lentemark van 12:00 to 19:00 by sy perseel in Kerkstraat aan. ’n Verskeidenheid stalletjies sal beskikbaar wees met alles van soetgoed, peuselhappies, ingelegte produkte en heerlike kos tot klere.
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ith the summer season and associated fire season properly upon us, the City of Cape Town said that its highly trained Fire and Rescue Service are geared up to fight any fire reported during this period. On Wednesday last week at the Goodwood Fire Station the service displayed some of its specialised equipment that it will be using to fight fires during summer. In a statement the City said its existing fleet comprises various specialised vehicles and equipment, including a flatbed heavy-duty cargo vehicle with a 32-ton crane capacity, two 4x4 water tankers with a 5 000l capacity, three 6x6 tankers with a 10 500l capacity, four 4x4 heavy-duty pumper firefighting vehicles, four 4x4 wildland firefighting vehicles and three off-road vehicles to support Incident Management Teams, among others.
NEW FLEET Some of the newly acquired vehicles added to the fleet are 11 medium wildland firefighting 4x4 vehicles with 1 500l capacity. These vehicles can respond swiftly and search difficult sandy and mountainous terrain to fight fires, the City said. In addition to this, the City has also procured two 4x4 medium wildland firefighting vehicles as well as a heavyduty 44m hydraulic platform for delivery in December this year. The City said all the vehicles are wellmaintained, serviced and tested ensuring operational readiness at any given time. According to the City, a total of 35 new junior firefighters joined its ranks in July this year after successfully completing the Fire Cadet training programme. It also pointed out that each year, their services employ a group of Wildland Firefighters on a contract basis to bolster resources over the warmer months, when there is a higher risk of veldfires. SUPPORT Wednesday's event in Goodwood was attended by JP Smith, Mayco member for safety and security. "Our firemen and women are highly trained and have built on the reputation of being well prepared with a rapid response time in difficult situations. They have proven to be the best in South Africa, and we are extremely proud to be able to
FIRE STATION DISPLAYS SPECIALISED EQUIPMENT support them with high-end technology and equipment. As we head towards what will be a long summer with high winds and temperatures, let us support our fire and rescue service when they get called out to fight a fire," said Smith. In the most recent financial year, the fire and rescue service attended to 30 512 incidents, while in this financial year, the service will spend more than R25 million on resource investments, the City said. The investments include: R12 million in building improvement to Brooklyn and Contantia fire stations; R5,75 million on additional specialised services; R5 million on minor building and fencing upgrades; R3 million on the initial works at the new Langa Fire Station; R1,6 million on replacing firefighting equipment. In the event of an emergency call the City's Public Emergency Communication Centre on 021 480 7700 from a cellphone.
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SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER Enjoy an afternoon with Suidooster and Kelders van Geheime personalities during a fundraising lunch at the High-End 420 Hotel to help a young martial artist achieve his dream of representing South Africa in Japan. The event takes place from 11:00 to 14:00, with tickets priced at R450. Only 50 tickets are available, with ticket sales closing on 5 October. To book or for more information, contact Naomi Schoeman on 071 380 8907. As deel van die Durbanville Moedergemeente se 200-jaar vieringe word ’n kinderkuns-uitstalling met werke van Durbanvillese kinders in die konsistorie agter die kerk aangebied. Hierdie unieke uitstalling van spogwerk is oop vir besigtiging op Saterdag 10 Oktober tussen 10:00 en 14:00 en op Sondag 11 Oktober tussen 09:00 en 11:00. The Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre will host its rescheduled Spring Market and Book Sale from 09:00 to 14:00. Browse a wide selection of books and explore a variety of handcrafted treasures, vendor stalls, and delicious treats at 18 Hafele Street, Durbanville. For more information, contact Jean on 083 356 0001 4 via WhatsApp. The Reformed Church at 29 ME Rothman Street, Parow North is hosting a Potjie Food Fair on Saturday 10 October from 09:00. The potjiekos will be ready for collection at 12:30. Pancakes and vetkoek will also be on sale, call Kathleen Smith on 084 792 2715.
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SONDAG 11 OKTOBER Sluit aan by The Wild Buggers Beach Buggy-klub vir die Kasteel en Chappies-rit op Sondag 11 Oktober. Ervaar ’n kleurvolle konvooi duinebesies en klassieke lugverkoelde Volkswagens. Die oggend begin om 09:30 by Bothasig KFC, waarna ons na die Kasteel van Goeie Hoop ry vir ’n toer, gevolg deur ’n rit oor Chapman’s Peak vir ’n piekniek en saamtrek by Mariner’s Wharf. Geen besprekings nodig nie. Besoek https://wildbuggers.co.za/next-event/ of skakel Mickey by 082 497 7721.
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DONDERDAG 22 OKTOBER Huis Jabes, ’n toevlugsoord vir mishandelde vroue en hul kinders, hou sy jaarlikse geldinsamelingsdinee by Eureka buite Durbanville. Die verrigtinge begin om 18:00 vir 18:30. Bespreek by 083 284 3111 of info@ sostrust.co.za.
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SATERDAG 24 OKTOBER Die Vriende van Bracken hou op Saterdag 24 Oktober ’n insiggewende geleentheid oor indringerplante by die Bracken-natuurreservaat. Die program begin om 09:00 met ’n begeleide stap deur die reservaat onder leiding van die omgewingsopvoeder André Vermeulen, getiteld Alien’s invading Bracken’s Indigenous Flora, gevolg deur ’n praatjie om 10:00 in die Omgewingsentrum deur die plantpatoloog dr. Alan Wood oor Turning Pathogens into Allies: How and why we do weed bio-control. Kontak André by 071 089 9503.
Creatives can apply for City funding . The City of Cape Town is calling for applications for arts, culture and heritage grants, with funding available for organisations running projects across the metro. Applications for the City’s Grants-in-Aid programme are open until 30 October. The programme supports organisations implementing arts, culture and heritage projects and programmes in the city. In 2025-’26 the City allocated R3,81 million through the programme to 14 organisations supporting arts, culture, heritage and community development initiatives across the metro. Mayco member for Community Services and Health Francine Higham said arts and culture could open doors for people, nurture talent and create opportunities for communities to come together. She had visited some of the organisations supported through last year’s programme, including Masi Violin Outreach and Sbondaba Dance. “These are exactly the kinds of programmes that can help young people discover and develop their talents, build confidence and find pathways into the creative economy. I encourage eligible organisations with strong, sustainable projects that can make a meaningful difference in our communities
to apply.” WHO CAN APPLY Funding is available for the 2027-’28 and 2028’29 financial years, and organisations may apply for both years by submitting a separate application for each. Proposals should focus on sustainable cultural and creative projects aimed at young people aged seven to 35, or vulnerable groups, including women, children, seniors and persons with disabilities. Projects may include programmes, productions, performances, public activations, arts and culture-related training programmes and exhibitions. Proposed projects should promote inclusivity and accessibility and, where possible, ensure participation is free or offered at a minimal cost to the public. Applicants must meet several requirements and submit supporting documentation.
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SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER Cape Town International Kite Festival will again #ColourTheSky in support of mental health awareness. Taking place at Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October, visitors can look forward to family entertainment, interactive activities, delicious food vendors and fun for all ages, while supporting Cape Mental Health and its vital work in the community. Tickets via Quicket. For more information, visit www.capementalhealth.co.za/ColourTheSky or follow @CTKiteFest on social media.
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THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER Swing together for a brighter future at the Alta du Toit Charity Golf Day taking place at Bellville Golf Club. The 4-ball includes tw golf carts. Shot gun start at 11:00 and prize giving and lunch at 17:00. There will also be an auction and great prizes up for grabs. For more information email Lionel at donation@ altadutoit.co.za.
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FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER LifeArt School and Studio is hosting a community art exhibition showcasing diverse works by local students aged 18 to 80, ranging from portraits and florals to modern abstracts and niche aviation art. Standout exhibitors include older artist Zanette Swart, and painter Gisela Strydom.
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he Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus) is demanding answers from authorities after service-delivery protests severely disrupted traffic on two of Cape Town’s main transport routes on Friday 2 October, leaving thousands of commuters stranded during peak traffic. Protesters blocked the N2 near Borcherds Quarry and the R300, in the vicinity of Cape Town International Airport causing serious congestion that rippled across surrounding roads and affected commuters, businesses and emergency services alike. MOTORISTS TARGETED The chaos also created an opportunity for criminals, according to FF Plus councillor Emre Uygen, who says reports emerged that robbers exploited the gridlock near the Borcherds Quarry off-ramp, targeting motorists who were trapped in the congestion caused by the protests. Uygen says Friday's protests raise serious questions about whether authorities had sufficient intelligence or prior warning of the planned action.
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“What is particularly alarming is that a relatively small group of people, captured on a photo taken before 04:00 on Friday morning, were able to disrupt two crucial transport routes during peak traffic,” he says. “Clarity should be provided on whether there was any prior intelligence and, if so, why preventive measures were not implemented.” TRANSPORT ARTERY The N2 is one of Cape Town's most important transport arteries, carrying large volumes of traffic every day. “The people most affected by the disruption are ordinary residents trying to get to work on time, drop their children at school or travel to the airport,” he says. “Although section 17 of the Constitution protects the right to assemble, protest peacefully and unarmed, the courts have
A small group of protesters blocked the N2 near Borcherds Quarry and the R300, in the vicinity of Cape Town International Airport.
ruled that this right does not extend to infringing on the rights of others, intimidating the public or blocking public roads.” The Freedom Front Plus has called on the relevant authorities to provide clarity on what transpired Friday morning, what information was available beforehand and why appropriate measures to prevent the disruption of this important transport route were not put in place. “The city and its people should never again be held hostage like this by criminality,” the party said.
Boekbekendstelling gee geskiedenis lewe Liefhebbers van geskiedenis kan uitsien na die bekendstelling van Albé Grobbelaar se nuutste boek, Historiese Almanak: Onthou Jy Nog? op Saterdag 10 Oktober om 13:00 by die Tygervallei-biblioteek. Die biblioteek is op die grondvlak van die Tygervallei-winkelsentrum naby die noordelike ingang. Die bekendstelling word in samewerking met Die Vriende
van Tygervallei-biblioteek en Turksvy Publikasies aangebied. Die boek neem lesers op ’n reis deur merkwaardige mense, gebeure en stories wat deel van Suid-Afrika se geskiedenis is. Die publikasie bied ’n versameling historiese grepe wat herinneringe oproep en lesers opnuut oor die verlede sal laat nadink. Grobbelaar is bekend vir sy
passie vir geskiedenis en storievertelling. Volgens Deon Meyer is die boek “soos ’n boks van die beste sjokolade – elke stukkie ’n klein meesterwerk”. Gaste sal die skrywer ontmoet, meer oor die ontstaan van die boek hoor en insig oor die historiese stories in die boek kry. Bespreek jou plek by 021 400 3451 of tygervalley.library@capetown.gov.za.
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Sakekamer se gala-aand kom Die Tygerberg Sakekamer hou in samewerking met die provinsiale regering op Donderdag 29 Oktober sy spog-galageleentheid van die jaar op die bekroonde Goedgeleven net buite Durbanville. ’n Nuwe wynborg tree dié jaar aan: ELU van die bekroonde Hermanuspietersfontein-wynkelder. Spogwyne uit dié kelder sal saam met verskillende gange van die ete op die aand voorgesit word. Business Partners Pty LTD is weer die hoofborg, terwyl Goedgeleven en Checkers as gereelde borge ook dié jaar betrokke is. Die Wes-Kaapse premier, Alan Winde, is die hoofspreker. Prominente sakelui uit die omgewing woon die geleentheid jaarliks by. Kaartjies kos R850 per persoon en sluit ’n uitstaande driegang-ete en wyn op die tafels in. Bespreek jou plek by Marina: admin@ tygerbergbc.co.za.
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Durbanville Spring Market set for Saturday The Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre will host its rescheduled Spring Market and Book Sale on Saturday 10 October. The event will take place from 09:00 to 14:00 at 18 Hafele Street, Durbanville. Visitors can browse a wide selection of books while also exploring handcrafted treasures, vendor stalls and a variety of delicious treats. The market offers an opportunity for the community to enjoy a morning of shopping while supporting the centre and its work. For more information contact Jean on 083 356 0001 via WhatsApp.
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he has survived a coma, a brain tumour and a cardiac arrest and now she is strutting towards the Mrs South Africa stage with a pacemaker in her chest and fire in her heart. Chanelle Badenhorst (37), a wife, mother of two and Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa Champion from Bloubergstrand, is among the top 30 finalists in this year’s Mrs South Africa competition. But hers is no ordinary pageant journey. “After everything I’ve faced in my life, entering Mrs South Africa feels like a calling, a step into purpose, not perfection,” she says. “I didn’t come here polished or pretending. I came as I am, real, learning and growing.”
Chanelle Badenhors from Bloubergstrand, is among the top 30 finalists in this year’s Mrs South Africa competition.
“Entering Mrs South Africa feels like a calling ...” - Chanelle Badenhorst Chanelle’s medical odyssey began in 2008 when, as a 19-year-old student at the North-West University, she contracted viral meningitis and was in a coma for about a week. “Just six weeks after I came out of the coma, a tumour on the pituitary gland of the brain was diagnosed,” she says. “I was a student at the time and had to interrupt my studies.” The tumour caused blindness and required stringent treatment. Had she not recovered, surgery to remove it would have carried the risk of losing her senses. “It was a journey of faith, and a miracle when the treatment supposed to shrink the tumour took the tumour away. Life was back to normal and I could return to university to complete my studies.” And complete them she did, with distinction. She went on to complete her BA in communication and media studies, then her honours degree in psychology, and then her master’s degree in applied positive psychology, all cum laude. “I was the youngest person and first woman in South Africa to complete the master’s degree.” For a while, life was good. She got married and were blessed with two daughters. A HEART THAT STOPPED In her early thirties, heart health became a major part of her life. “After Covid I developed myocarditis and pericarditis causing a sudden cardiac arrest at work and was later diagnosed with, among other things, sick sinus syndrome.”
At just 33, she received a pacemaker. “My life changed instantly, and what was normal was not normal anymore,” she says. “I became dependent on the pacemaker and was diagnosed with sick sinus syndrome. In other words, my heart was lazy.” She had to start running to strengthen her heart. What started as 30-minute cardio workouts turned into longer runs as she joined a running club. It was a big mindshift, but nine months later she did her first half marathon, and a year later, the Cape Town marathon. “I run to keep my heart as strong and fit as possible. I have completed more than one Cape Town marathon, but the Two Oceans half marathon is very special to me. I have completed it several times and have also run as a Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa Champion.” Chanelle was chosen as a semi-finalist in January and made the top 30 in July. She calls her platform Queen of Hearts, and it is not about a tiara. “When I speak about a crown, I don’t mean something worn on my head,” she says. “My crown is my heart. That’s the space I lead from. That’s the brand I’m building.” The platform brings her heart story, her faith, her love for people and her passion for women supporting other women all together. “I’m discovering that this journey is built on sisterhood, on relationships that form when women choose to rely on one another.” She says the Mrs South Africa competition is a platform that empowers women. “It is actually often referred to as the ‘MBA of Life’ The glamour is only a small part of it. Follow Badenhorst’s journey on Instagram at @Chanelle24.
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She has completed more than one Cape Town marathon.
With her on the journey is a four-legged heart guardian, Klara-Bell.
Katrin Paneck gee raad oor rug Katrin Pancek van Body stress Release (BSR) was die spreker by die Oktobervergadering van die Vroue-landbouvereniging (VLV) se Brackenfell Varings. Nadat sy vir baie jare in ’n laboratorium gewerk het, het sy bedank en ’n BSR-praktisyn geword. “Hulle doen uitreike na ander Afrika-lande en markte waar hulle gereeld liefdadigheidsessies hou. Die hoofrede dat sy na BSR oorgeskuif het, was dat sy konstante en deurdringende rugpyn gehad het en toe ná behandeling met BSR verligting gevind het. “Haar man is jare gelede oorlede en sy het self haar twee kinders, wat vandag al
volwassenes is, grootgemaak,” sê René Ferreira, ’n woordvoerder. Katy, soos sy by BSR bekend staan, het met insig oor die rug gesels. “Die ruggraat het ’n spesiale kurwe en strek deur ons liggaam. Álles kom van die ruggraat af. In die rugstring pas alles in soos ’n legkaart,” sê sy. “Mense het ’n wanpersepsie oor wat stres is. Ons leef só ’n besige lewe – die spiere trek saam en druk op die werwels,” vertel sy. “Emosionele, fisieke en chemiese spanning het ’n invloed op jou rug.” Sy het verduidelik hoe jy kan ontspan deur die arms op te lig met inaseming en die arms te laat sak met uitaseming. Staan
dan regop en rol die skouers. “Alles wat jy doen, plaas stres op die ruggraat. Los die handsak wat jy so oor een skouer dra. Jou rug is vir die res van jou lewe mét jou – pas hom op voordat hy skree.” Sy deel ’n paar wenke: “As jy langer as 20 minute voor jou rekenaar sit, moet jy opstaan, kyk op en moenie langdurig afkyk op jou selfoon nie. “Gaan af op jou knieë om iets swaar op te tel. “Wanneer jy van die bed af opstaan, rol op jou sy, sit jou voete van die bed af en sit eers regop vir ’n rukkie voordat jy opstaan. “Slaap met ’n kussing tussen jou knieë – dis beter vir jou rug.”
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raaifontein woman, Samkeh Msomi, a bilateral lung transplant recipient, has channelled the trauma of a life-threatening diagnosis into a mission to educate African communities about organ and tissue donation, through books, talks, school tours and a growing non-profit organisation. The founder of the Victim to Victory NPO, a qualified post basic pharmacist’s assistant, was diagnosed in 2019 with a condition that would eventually require a double lung transplant. She left her job, her only source of income to stay home to care for herself. An oxygen machine delivered to her home felt less like treatment and more like a farewell. Relocating from KwaZulu-Natal to the Western Cape proved to be the turning point. She received her bilateral lung transplant at Groote Schuur Hospital, a decision she describes as lifechanging. “Coming to the Western Cape was the best decision ever,” she says thanking the Western Cape Province, Groote Schuur Hospital and donor families for allowing her to live again. She received her bilateral lung transplant in June 2024. That second chance gave her the courage to write. She has published three books – Victim to Victory: My Suffocated Journey
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of Life, The Survivor’s Tale and Like a Phoenix I Will Rise, with a fourth, Once Upon a Time, forthcoming. “The second chance on life gave me courage to change my pain into purpose through publishing books,” she said. ADVOCACY Msomi is driven to raise awareness of organ and tissue donation, especially in communities where cultural, social and informational barriers discourage open conversation on the topic. Having experienced the gift of life firsthand, she uses her platform to urge people to educate themselves about organ donation, share their wishes with their families and help build broader public understanding. Drawing on her professional background as a qualified post basic pharmacist’s assistant, Msomi uses her books and NPO to educate African communities about the importance of organ and tissue donation. Her advocacy spans multiple platforms such as Unicorn Podcast, KZN community radio stations Ikhwezi FM, Inanda FM, Ugu FM and Sajonis FM, and morning sessions at Christian Barnard Memorial Hospital, where she was invited to share her journey. Her flagship book, Victim to
Victory: My Suffocated Journey of Life, was awarded Best Author in KZN by the KZN newspaper, and nominated for the Book Behind Award as Best Awareness Book. The book has also been nominated in China as an international fiction book. Msomi is appealing to the community for help with customs and courier fees so she can attend.”I would love to go international, but my problem is I am not yet back at work,” she said. “I still have a pending operation for a colostomy reversal.” A UNITED FRONT FOR DONATION AWARENESS On 12 September, Msomi hosted a collaborative event at the Marburg Sports Ground in Port Shepstone, KZN, bringing together the South African National Blood Service, the Organ Donor Foundation, Lenmed Hospital, VitaNova, Bone SA and HERO 777 under one roof. “We were there with one purpose of emphasising saving a life with organs and tissues in African communities,” she said. The book has also been selected by eThekwini Municipality Libraries, which works with Unesco and copies are now held in all eThekwini Municipality libraries. Sitting in the audience as at a book quiz, where school learners
answered questions about her story, she was overwhelmed. “I had mixed emotions because I could not believe the learners were understanding and relating so much with the book,” she said. Funds are being raised through a Back a Buddy campaign to adapt the book as a documentary,
with preparations under way to convert the story into a film. Contact Msomi at samkehmsomi78@gmail.com, or see her social media pages at @ mathimbilizana6 on TikTok, Samkeh Msomi on FB, msomisamkeh on Instagram, Mathimbilizana on Telegram.
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ape Town’s historic role in space exploration has been thrust back into the spotlight after a NASA medical operations team toured the Level 1 trauma centre at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital in preparation for the Artemis IV moon landing in 2028. The visit, led by NASA chief health and medical officer Dr JD Polk, is part of meticulous contingency planning for the crewed lunar mission. Should the mission need to be aborted after take-off, the spacecraft could splash down in the ocean off the Cape coastline, potentially requiring high-quality emergency medical care. “As humanity looks outward once again towards the Artemis missions, that spirit of global cooperation continues,” Dr Polk said. He was accompanied by Dr Sharmi Watkins, NASA Johnson Space Center’s deputy chief medical officer; Travis Houser, NASA’s medical operations contingency coordination group lead; and representatives from the US Consulates General in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
APOLLO LEGACY At the hospital, the delegation met trauma director Prof Andrew Nicol, trauma surgeon Dr Sanju Sobnach, the trauma and emergency team, and Netcare 911’s regional and helicopter emergency medical services (Hems) representatives. “We are grateful for your help, as Cape Town remains designated as a contingency splashdown site for these upcoming crewed lunar missions,” Dr Polk told the team.
TEAM LOOKS TO SOUTH AFRICA AS PART OF GLOBAL COOPERATION “We know that medical infrastructure and trauma teams of your extraordinary calibre would support our astronauts.” Netcare 911’s pre-hospital care services, including a fully equipped Hems intensive care air ambulance, are integrated into the hospital’s advanced trauma care capabilities. The facility is one of the few private hospitals accredited at the highest level by the Trauma Society of South Africa. Dr Polk noted that the collaboration continues a remarkable legacy of
partnership with South Africa dating back to the Apollo era. Trauma programme manager Amanda Klette said the team feels honoured to be part of the global collaboration as Artemis IV prepares to expand the horizons of humanity. “The accredited trauma systems at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital are aligned with international best practice, and we stand ready to provide any medical care and support that may be required for the Artemis IV mission,” she said.
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The City of Cape Town has unveiled its vision to transform the Foreshore’s unfinished highways into a new link bridge, promenade and neighbourhood, a project that could relieve central business district (CBD) congestion for decades and unlock development on 15 ha of vacant land. The Foreshore Precinct Project will see the city’s unfinished bridges completed and an entirely new neighbourhood developed on land that has remained undeveloped for more than 50 years, among the last vacant CBD land available. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis announced the project at the unfinished highways on Friday 2 October. “Every one of us who has grown up here has looked up at these big unfinished bridges time and time again and wondered what happened, why they were never finished, and when they ever would be.” NEW BRIDGE AND TUNNEL A new bridge will link the inbound freeway directly to Helen Suzman Boulevard, bypassing Buitengracht and allowing traffic heading from the Foreshore towards Green Point, Sea Point and beyond to avoid the CBD altogether. The outbound freeway will be replaced by a tunnel running underground next to Duncan Road, connecting to the N1 and N2 freeways. The City proposes building the project in two phases, with the existing freeways continuing to operate to avoid severe traffic congestion. PHASE ONE: LINK BRIDGE AND NEW PARK Phase 1, set to commence during the next term of council, includes widening the inbound freeway with two additional lanes, constructing the link bridge to Helen Suzman Boulevard, and a new elevated outbound ramp connecting Buitengracht over Dock Road to the existing outbound freeway. Other Phase 1 elements include making
The model depicts the City’s proposals for the precinct, including a new bridge to link the inbound freeway to Helen Suzman Boulevard, bypassing Buitengracht below.
FW de Klerk Boulevard a pedestrianoriented street, a new canal linking Buitengracht Park to the Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Canal, a new park under the Buitengracht link bridge, bus lanes across Buitengracht, and three land parcels becoming available for a new residential area. Phase 2 involves constructing a new outbound bridge linking Helen Suzman Boulevard with the outbound tunnel, demolishing the existing outbound elevated freeway viaduct and creating a promenade, parks and public spaces along the harbour edge. All remaining land parcels would become available for development, with construction of this phase expected to run until 2040. Hill-Lewis said the project would transform the unfinished highways
into a link bridge and tunnel to relieve inner-city congestion and improve the connection between the Foreshore and the Atlantic Seaboard. A brand new Foreshore neighbourhood would be unlocked, including affordable housing, walkable streets and a tree-lined promenade along the harbour’s edge all the way to Sea Point. Hill-Lewis said the City was releasing drawings to begin public consultation, after which final designs would be turned into detailed engineering designs before procurement and construction could begin. Visit https://foreshore.capetown/ to view the proposals and register for project updates. Further public-participation processes, including road scheme amendments, heritage impact assessments and other statutory requirements, will be announced in coming months.
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new book that explores South African place names, their origins and what some of them mean, has just hit the bookshelves. Author Dr Malcolm Venter from Kenridge has just published a book called So What’s in a Name? The book uncovers the origins of names and offers a journey through South Africa’s rich cultural landscape. It also explores how places acquire their names and why there is an ongoing drive to rename many of them. Venter, the founding headmaster of Edgemead High School from 1986 to 2007, said he has had an almost lifelong fascination with history and the English language, starting at school level and then going on to his years at Rhodes University, where he obtained a degree in history and eventually a PhD in English Linguistics. “Of course, the two disciplines are part of place names,” he said. THE GATHERING INFORMATION, RESEARCH AND WRITING PROCESS Venter said he had started working on the book 10 years before when he had completed writing a book on South African English, which was published in 2016. “But the real work began about two years ago when I finally retired from working in education. My research has been based on lots of reading as well as
information gathered in travels round the country over the years.” PLACE NAMES OF SA Venter was asked what had made him decide to focus on the names of places in South Africa and explained that the reason lay in the fact that this was where he had lived all his life, and his heritage itself went back nearly 300 years. “Also, you have to narrow your focus when you write, particularly on a topic such as place names. And even then one of the first challenges I faced was deciding which names to include. I chose to leave out street names and focus instead on the big ones – our country, its provinces, towns and cities, rivers, mountains, capes and bays. “Even then there were many thousands to choose from,” he explained. “In the end the process became quite organic. I picked names that caught my interest or showed patterns in how we name places. From there the writing took on a life of its own – connections appeared, and related names found their way in almost by instinct.
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His book, which is available on order, is self-published. LITTLE UNKNOWN FACTS Venter, who received the Shuttleworth Foundation’s School Principals’ Incentives for Excellence Award in recognition of his contribution to education, told TygerBurger that it’s difficult to say exactly how long it took to write the book. He was asked, however, if there was one specific place name that carried a significant, or quirky story behind it that some South Africans do not know about or are unaware of. “I wonder if most people know there was once another ‘Durban’ in South Africa. Well, sort of. It was actually called D’Urban (pronounced without the apostrophe). Situated in what are now the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, it began as a place with a natural spring and shady trees where early travellers stopped over for the night at the end of their first day’s journey by ox wagon from Cape Town to the interior. “This little traveller’s post was called Pampoenkraal because, it is said, there was a pumpkin patch, which grew alongside a dam located behind the current town hall. Understandably, then, locals were mortified and petitioned to change the name. Enter Sir Benjamin D’Urban, the British governor, who 50 years later kindly lent his name – D’Urban. But that caused mail to get horribly mixed up with the mail for the other D’Urban, so in 1886 it morphed into D’Urbanville, both later minus the apostrophe. Problem solved. “And then there’s Goodwood. The name comes from a famous racecourse in England because, fun fact, this place was supposed to be Cape Town’s next big horse-racing hub. At least one race was even held before the plans were abandoned. NAME CHANGES The author also shared his opinion on the current name change process, such as the changes of place names in the Eastern Cape. “I think it is perfectly understandable that there are people who are keen to change the names of places in South Africa. Most place names are not neutral in their connotation. So, they may be associated with people who don’t, in current opinion, have a great track history.” He explained further by view of examples. “Take Grahamstown for example. Back in 1819 Colonel Graham adopted a policy of using what he called ‘a proper degree of terror’ to push the Xhosa people out of the Eastern Frontier. It’s no wonder,
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then, that in recent years it was renamed Makhanda, after one of his prominent victims. And then there’s the general feeling of having one’s culture supplanted as place names are imposed upon from another culture. “Of course, from another point of view, the locals whose ancestors lived here long before colonial times have always felt they were living in a foreign country. Many of the old names have been rejected because they came straight out of the 19thcentury British Great Big Book of Imperial Officials or even before that from the Dutch settlers. As a result some have been dumped simply for being ‘too foreign’. “In the case of East London, for example. After much wrangling, it became KuGompo (which, according to the original proposer, carried cultural significance because locals used to call it Gompo to reflect the sound of the ocean hitting the rocks. “Of course, there have been counterarguments,” Venter said. “Some from conservatives who want things to stay the way they are. Others point to the cost of changing names when there is so much poverty that needs to be dealt with instead, or they complain about the economic impact of a well-known name being wiped out. Furthermore, there is the question of whose culture was supplanted by whom? And, therefore, which names should be restored?” So What’s in a Name? is available at R220. To order e-mail the author at drv@worldonline. co.za
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ity Health recorded a 68% increase in intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUCD) insertions during the 2025-’26 financial year, as more women turned to longer-acting contraception. A total of 1 098 IUCDs were inserted at City clinics, up from 652 the previous year, while nearly 10 000 contraceptive implants were administered over the same period. An IUCD is a small device placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy for several years, while a contraceptive implant is a tiny rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm that releases hormones over time. CHOICE FOR ALL The figures were highlighted as part of World Contraception Day on 26 September, which this year carried the theme “A choice for all – agency, intention, access”. Free family planning and contraceptive services are available at all City Health clinics. Mayco member for community services and health, Francine Higham, said contraception was a personal decision and the City’s role was to ensure residents had access to reliable information, a range of options and healthcare professionals who would listen without judgement. “We’ve seen an increase in the number of women opting for longer-acting methods, which in turn reduces the number of clinic visits,” said Higham.
UNDERSTAND YOUR OPTIONS, MAKE CHOICES THAT SUPPORT HEALTH RANGE OF OPTIONS Longer-acting methods such as IUCDs and implants provide effective contraception over an extended period without requiring daily or frequent action. Other options available at City clinics include the oral contraceptive pill, two- and three-monthly injections, and male and female condoms, which offer the best protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). City clinics also provide HIV testing and prevention, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a medication taken to prevent HIV infection. Further services include STI treatment, pregnancy testing, antenatal and postnatal care, mental health support, and counselling and referrals for fertilityrelated concerns. Residents can book a family planning appointment through the City Health Healthcare Appointments System, selecting an available date and time. An SMS confirmation is sent once the appointment is booked. City Health is encouraging residents to ask questions, understand their options and make choices that support their health and the future they want. Visit https:// healthcareappointments. capetown.gov.za for bookings.
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City Health is encouraging residents to ask questions, understand their options and make choices that support their health and the future they want.
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The year taught me life can change in an instant If there is one thing this year has taught me, it’s things can change in an instant. One moment you’re at the beginning of a new year, filled with hopes, dreams and plans for what lies ahead, and the next, you’re seven months into the year wondering where the time went and how you ended up exactly where you are. Life has a strange way of reminding us that, despite how carefully we plan, very little is actually within our control. At the beginning of the year, many of us probably had a picture in our minds of what this year would look like. Perhaps it included financial stability, travel, personal growth or simply becoming a better version of ourselves. We make plans because plans give us something to look forward to. They make the future feel predictable. But life does not always follow the script. Sometimes, an opportunity comes along that changes everything. Sometimes, a door closes when we were convinced it would remain open. And sometimes, circumstances change so quickly that we barely have time to process what has happened. That unpredictability can be frightening. There are moments when you can feel as though you are falling behind because your life does not look the way
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you imagined it would by this point. We compare our reality with the plans we made at the beginning of the year and wonder what went wrong. But perhaps nothing went wrong. Perhaps life simply changed direction. I have come to realise that not every unexpected change is a setback. Some changes force us to grow in ways we would never have chosen for ourselves. They introduce us to people we would never have met; push us towards opportunities we never considered and teach us lessons we may not have learned if everything had gone according to plan. That does not mean we have to pretend that change is always easy. It isn’t. There are changes that hurt. There are disappointments that take time to accept. There are moments when all you can do is acknowledge that something did not work out the way you hoped it would. And that is okay. Perhaps the lesson is not to stop making plans, but to hold them a little more loosely. To dream but leave room for life to surprise us. To work towards our goals while understanding that the road to getting there may look completely different from what we imagined. Seven months can feel like a lifetime when you look back at everything that has happened. Yet there are still months ahead. And if this year has taught me anything, it is that life can change in an instant. So instead of worrying too much about whether everything is going according to plan, perhaps we should learn to appreciate where we are, trust God through the uncertainty and remain open to what comes next. Because sometimes, the life we end up living is far different from the one we planned. And sometimes, that is where the real story begins. - KAYLYNNE BANTOM
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Time for City to declare itself I read the letter of Ben Groenewald in the TygerBurger of 30 September 2026 with great joy in realising that some-one else was also concerned about the lack of progress with desalination in order to provide long term water security for Cape Town and the Western Cape. During and just after the last severe drought and D-Day predictions, the powers that be had many plans to ensure water security including desalination and we were all satisfied that our leaders would do what they promised. Unfortunately, it seems as if the good years that followed made them complacent and nothing has happened to lighten the blow of a next dry period which by all accounts, we are once again facing this
summer. They remained silent on how the plans they put forward were progressing. It is truly shocking to hear that all that has happened in the intervening years is that a place for a desalination plant has been identified. It clearly seems not to have been a priority any more but was once again typical political promises which went nowhere. It is time for the City and Provincial leadership to come out and say openly to the people of Cape Town and the Western Cape what their intentions are in this regard and to provide time lines so that we can hold them accountable. They are wanting our votes come November so it is time to be really honest and open if they want our support. WANTING ANSWERS, Cape Town resident
Wanneer word mens nou ’n Kapenaar? Ek is al 12 jaar in die Kaap - in Durbanville, of "die noordelik voorstede", soos almal sê. Ek verruil dit vir niks en pas goed in. My vraag is - is ek nog ’n "inkommer"? Indien wel, hoe lank moet ek hier wees voordat ek myself as Kapenaar mag beskou? Ek waardeer my nuwe tuiste baie. Al waar ek nog onwelkom voel, is op die paaie - ek ry deesdae 'n 2004
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The mysterious disappearance of the shopping trolley Where exactly do all the missing shopping trolleys go? Every supermarket car park seems to have at least one abandoned trolley sitting somewhere. Some are left next to parking bays, others on pavements, and occasionally you will spot one several streets away from the shop. I recently saw a trolley standing at the entrance to a residential complex in Durbanville. It looked as though it had decided to start a new life. Perhaps there is a secret trolley society somewhere. Maybe, after a long day of carrying groceries, they gather at night and discuss their adventures. “I spent the afternoon in aisle seven,” one might say. “I was pushed all the way to the car wash,” another could reply. Jokes aside, abandoned trolleys can be a nuisance. They can block pavements, damage vehicles and create hazards. I know that supermarkets employ staff to collect them, but perhaps shoppers should also take some responsibility. Take the extra few minutes to return it to the designated area. We all complain when our neighbourhoods look untidy, but keeping them clean does not only depend on municipal workers or businesses. It starts with small choices made by residents every day. Next time you finish your shopping, return the trolley. E-MAIL, Durbanville
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I would like to take a moment to say thank you to the City of Cape Town for the road repairs and resurfacing work that has recently taken place in parts of Table View. As residents, we are often quick to complain when something is wrong, and understandably so. Potholes, uneven surfaces and deteriorating roads can make daily driving frustrating and, in some cases, dangerous. That is why I believe it is equally important to acknowledge when something is being done to address these problems. The difference on some of the roads is already noticeable. A smoother road might seem like a small thing, but for the thousands of residents who use these streets every day, it makes a considerable difference. For motorists, it means fewer potholes to dodge and less wear and tear on vehicles. For cyclists and pedestrians, properly maintained roads and surfaces also contribute to a safer environment.
Every morning, parents gather outside schools with one common hope: that their children will arrive safely. Unfortunately, some motorists seem to forget this. I have watched cars speeding through school zones, drivers overtaking vehicles that are waiting for children and motorists becoming impatient because a parent is taking a few extra seconds to let a child out of a car. We all have somewhere to be. But getting to work two minutes earlier is not more important than a child’s safety. School areas are busy places. Children are unpredictable. They run, they drop things, they cross roads and sometimes they simply don’t see an approaching vehicle. That is precisely why motorists need to slow down. Put the phone away. Pay attention. Follow the speed limit. Be patient when traffic is congested. Remember that the child crossing the road could be your own. E-MAIL, Plattekloof
I understand that the City has a huge area to maintain and that road repairs cannot happen everywhere at once. There will always be another road somewhere waiting for attention. However, seeing crews actually working in our neighbourhood gives residents some reassurance that our concerns are being heard. I would also like to thank the workers who are out there doing the physical work. Road construction is not an easy job, particularly when crews have to work alongside busy traffic. Hopefully, the repairs will last and similar attention will eventually reach some of the other roads in need of maintenance. We often hear the phrase “community spirit”, but maintaining the infrastructure that communities rely on is an important part of building a better neighbourhood. So, from at least one Table View resident: thank you. - GAVIN PETERSEN, Table View
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eart disease can develop quietly and the warning signs are often mistaken for stress, fatigue or simply getting older.
REGULAR CHECK-UPS NEEDED
On Wednesday last week World Heart Day – the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness urged residents to recognise the symptoms early and seek medical care before a heart condition becomes an emergency. The 2026 World Heart Day theme, “Don’t Miss a Beat”, is a reminder that early diagnosis can save lives. From children born with congenital heart conditions to adults living with heart disease, timely assessment and treatment can make a meaningful difference. SPOTTING THE SIGNS IN CHILDREN At Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, registered nurse Sr Bongeka Mbanyana from the Paediatric Cardiology Unit says parents are often the first to notice when something is not right. “Some heart conditions are identified shortly after birth, while others only become apparent as a child grows. If a child has difficulty feeding, poor weight gain, rapid breathing, excessive sweating, unusual tiredness or a bluish colour around the lips and fingertips, parents should seek medical advice.” She says persistent shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, fainting, or difficulty keeping up with normal physical activity should never be ignored, as early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes. ACTING BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE At Tygerberg Hospital, 65-year-old Frank Ohlson from Ravensmead is sharing his experience to encourage others not to ignore changes in their health. In 2025, Frank experienced repeated episodes of severe shortness of breath and sweating, sometimes becoming so breathless that he was unable to drive. After visiting his general practitioner, he was referred to Eerste River Hospital and later transferred to Tygerberg Hospital, where doctors diagnosed an irregular heart rhythm and provided further treatment. He has since recovered well. “My advice is simple. Go for regular health checkups and have your blood
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pressure and blood sugar checked. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Stay active where you can and take your health seriously.” A FAMILY’S HOPE For Thulani Nxumalo, the campaign’s message is deeply personal. His twoyear-old son, Qhawe, was diagnosed with a congenital heart condition after low blood oxygen levels were detected during treatment for pneumonia. “When we first heard the diagnosis, it felt overwhelming. There were moments of fear and uncertainty, but we had faith in the care he would receive.” Qhawe continues to receive specialised care through the cardiology team at Red Cross, giving his family hope for a healthy future. WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL CARE Professor Ashley Chin, Head of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Groote Schuur Hospital and the University of Cape Town, says too many people delay
seeking medical attention because they dismiss important symptoms. “People often explain shortness of breath away, unexplained fatigue, heart palpitations, or chest discomfort as stress, ageing or being out of shape. While these symptoms can have many causes, they may also be early signs of serious cardiovascular disease. Getting checked early can improve outcomes and, in some cases, save lives.”
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SEEK MEDICAL CARE IF YOU EXPERIENCE: chest discomfort or pressure; shortness of breath; unexplained fatigue; heart palpitations; dizziness or fainting; pain spreading to the arm, jaw, neck or back; swelling of the feet, ankles or legs. Residents are encouraged to know the warning signs, attend routine health screenings and seek medical advice if something does not feel right.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FORM 3A - NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS FOR LIQUOR LICENCES IN TERMS OF SECTION 37(1) OF THE WESTERN CAPE LIQUOR ACT,2008 – [REG. 10(1)] Notice is hereby given that the following applications for liquor licences have been lodged with the Western Cape Liquor Authority (the Authority) and with the designated liquor officers at the indicated South African Police Service offices. The applications concerned may, up to and including the 28th day from the date of publication of the application, upon request and free of charge, be inspected by any person, at the offices of the Authority or the designated liquor officer listedhereunder. Copies of an application can be obtained from the Authority after payment of the prescribed fee. Objections and representations must be lodged in writing with the Authority and the designated liquor officer in accordance with section 39 of the Act.
VORM 3A - KENNISGEWING VAN AANSOEKE OM DRANKLISENSIES INGEVOLGE ARTIKEL 37(1) VAN DIE WES-KAAPSE DRANKWET,2008 – [REG. 10(1)] Hiermee word kennis gegee dat die volgende aansoeke om dranklisensies ingedien is by die Wes-Kaapse Drankowerheid (die Owerheid) en] by die aangewese drankbeamptes by die aangeduide Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiedienskantore. Die betrokke aansoeke kan, tot en met die 28ste dag vanaf die datum van publikasie van die aansoek, op versoek en gratis deur enige persoon besigtig word by die kantore van die Owerheid of die aangewese drankbeampte hieronder gelys. Afskrifte van ’n aansoek kan by die Owerheid verkry word na betaling van die voorgeskrewe fooi. Besware en vertoë moet ooreenkomstig artikel 39 van die Wet skriftelik by die Owerheid en die aangewese drankbeampte ingedien word.
IFOMU 3A - ISAZISO SOKUFAKWA KWESICELO SEPHEPHA MVUME NGOKWECANDELO 37(1) LOMTHETHO WOTYWALA WENTSHONA KOLONI KA-2008 – [UMGAQO 10(1)] Isaziso siyanikezelwa ukuba ezi zicelo zilandelayo zamaphepha mvume otywala zifakiwe kwabasemaGunyeni ezoTywala eNtshona Koloni (abasemaGunyeni) nakumagosa ajongene nemiba engotywala kwii-ofisi ezixeliweyo zeeNkonzo zamaPolisa aseMzantsi Afrika. Izicelo ekubhekiselelwa kuzo zingakwazi kwiintsuku ezingamashumi amabini anesibhozo (28) ukususela ngomhla wokupapashwa kwesi sicelo, xa eceliwe kwaye simahla, ziye kuhlolwa nguye nawuphi umntu okwi-Ofisi esemaGunyeni okanye yegosa elijongene nemiba engotywala elixelwe apha ngezantsi. Iikopi zesicelo zingafumaneka kwabasemaGunyeni emva kwentlawulo emiselweyo. Uchaso neengxelo ezixhasayo ezibhaliweyo zingafakwa kwabasemaGunyeni nakwigosa elijongene nemiba engotywala ngokwecandelo 39 loMthetho. No.
Full name of applicant Volle naam van aansoeker Igama elipheleleyo lomfaki-sicelo
Name under which business will be conducted
Address of the proposed premises
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Get ready to Poll dance Elections are around the corner, the cost of living is up, and political parties are gearing up for another round of promises, posters and unsolicited WhatsApps. The international news gets stranger by the day. Somewhere between the chaos, the campaign trails and the endless political hot takes, there is a small but important question: can we please laugh at this? Politically Aweh brings their political satire show Poll Dancing to the Homecoming Centre on Wednesday 21 October at 19:00. It promises big laughs and the kind of information you actually want before heading to the polls. Hosts KG Mokgadi and Zoë Human bring together Dillan Oliphant, Dan Corder, Lindy Johnson, Naledi Mashishi and more for a fast-paced live show
packed with stand-up, sketches, interviews, reporting and plenty of political mischief. But the show is not only about the jokes. Journalists and research partners help unpack what is happening on the ground, giving audiences the context behind the headlines, campaign promises and political noise. The facts are checked, the politicians are fair game, and nobody gets off lightly. So bring your friends, your political opinions and the person who insists they do not follow politics but somehow has a 17-minute voice note about it. Come for the laughs, and leave a little more informed. Get informed, get involved and get to the polls. Tickets cost R250 and are available at Quicket.
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MUSICAL BASED ON FILM ON STAGE AT ARTSCAPE NEXT YEAR The Bodyguard, the stage musical based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, will have its South African premiere at Artscape in Cape Town in March 2027.
The Bodyguard musical to make its SA debut
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he Bodyguard, the stage musical based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, will have its South African premiere at Artscape on 12 March 2027. The musical follows global singing superstar Rachel Marron and former Secret Service agent Frank Farmer, hired to protect her from a mystery stalker. As Farmer struggles to balance his duty to protect Marron and her family with his growing feelings for his client, an unexpected romance unfolds. The score features several of Whitney Houston’s biggest hits, including “I Will Always Love You”, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody”, “Queen of the Night”, “I Have Nothing”, “Run to You” and “So Emotional”. The all-South African cast will be announced soon, with fans eager to see who will play the lead roles of Rachel Marron and Frank Farmer.
FILM LEGACY The Bodyguard was the tenth highest-grossing film in history at the time of its 1992 release. The soundtrack, performed by Whitney Houston, became the best-selling soundtrack album of all time, selling more than 45 million copies worldwide, and
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Die Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees is tans aan die gang tot Sondag 11 Oktober. Toneel, musiek, kuns, gespekke en meer. Besoek www.woordfees.co.za vir die program. Cape Ballet Africa presents Elyssium at The Baxter’s Pam Golding Theatre now until 11 October. Tickets from R200 at Webtickets. Kom Fietna saam met Mareldia is van 7 tot 17 Oktober by die Baxter-teater op die planke. Kaartjies kos R150 tot R180 by Webtickets. Steve Hofmeyr tree Vrydag 9 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos R220 tot R260 by www.heroeslive.net Kinnes van Somers runs at the Baxter this week until Saturday 10 October. Performed in Afrikaans and English, with surtitles, the play explores themes of identity, fear, inheritance and transformation. Age restriction of 14 years. Tickets cost R80 to R120 at Webtickets. Die Skotse sangeres Sandi Thom van “I wish I was a Punk Rocker”-faam tree Saterdag 10 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos slegs R395, R495 en R595 en is by www.heroeslive. net beskikbaar.
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won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. “I Will Always Love You”, the lead single, remains the best-selling single by a female artist of all time. The songs “I Have Nothing” and “Run to You” were both nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. International reviews have praised the production’s staging and energy. The Telegraph called it “spectacularly and ingeniously designed”, while The Independent wrote: “You go in humming the tunes, you come out whooping them!” Early Bird specials offer a 20% discount for selected performances: Wednesday 17 March and Thursday 18 March at Artscape, The offer is valid for bookings made until 31 October, with a maximum of six tickets per customer. ‘Terrific Tuesday’ discounts are available for Tuesday performances, and a 20% block booking discount applies to groups of 20 or more on selected shows. Group bookings can be made by contacting sales@showtime.co.za. The production carries a PG 12+ rating due to adult content, and parental guidance is advised. Ticket prices range from R250 to R620 and are at Ticketmaster.
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Voices of the Ages: Zolani Mahola – People Power is at Artscape on Saturday 10 October at 20:00. Tickets from R350 at Webtickets. The Kyle Shepherd Xahuri Trio Plays the Music of Abdullah Ibrahim on Saturday 10 October at 19:00 at The Baxter Concert Hall. Tickets cost R250 at Webtrickets. Theatre Dance Association – Dancers for dancers is at The Baxter Theatre on Sunday 11 October at 14:00. Twenty dance studios come together to raise funds for Cape Ballet Africa. Ballet, tap, modern, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and acrobatic dance.Tickets cost R250 at Webtickets. Albie Sachs: Father, Sons and Soft Vengeance comes to The Baxter 13 to 31 October. This new play explores the public and private life of activist, lawyer and constitutional judge Albie Sachs. Tickets cost R250 at Webtickets. Our Bodies Remember, a contemporary Jazzart dance production, runs at Artscape from Thursday 15 to Saturday 17 October. Tickets at Webtickets. Appel tree op Donderdag 15 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos R220 tot R260 by www.heroeslive.net.
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Politically Aweh hosts KG Mokgadi and Zoë Human.
Hiram maak Afrikaans ‘saxy’ Hiram Koopman bring sy vertoning Sax in Afrikaans aanstaande Woensdag (14 Oktober) om 20:30 na Die Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanville. Dit is vir Koopman – ná 17 jaar as professionele saksofoonspeler wat die wêreld deur getoer het – ’n groot voorreg om weer ’n solo-vertoning aan te bied. Met Sax in Afrikaans vier hy die klassieke Afrikaanse musiek waarmee hy grootgeword het. Koopman se liefde vir musiek het as ’n sewejarige met groot drome begin – in ’n huis waar Afrikaanse musiek elke dag in die kombuis gespeel het terwyl
sy ma gebak en kos gemaak en sy pa se jazzklanke die agtergrond gevorm het. Sedertdien het hy die verhoog met kunstenaars soos Elvis Blue, David Kramer, Laurika Rauch en vele ander gevestigde én nuwe Afrikaanse kunstenaars gedeel. Koopman maak nie net musiek nie – hy deel ook stories van sy musikale ervarings. Grandall Vlotman, sy musikale regisseur, ondersteun die vertolkings op klavier. Kaartjies kos R250. Bespreek by www.dieboer.com of by 021 979 1911.
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2027 Absa Cape Epic route revealed T
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700KM
The length of the race with iconic climbs and world-class trails
day and a historic ascent of Waboomsberg. Riders will then transition to a new race village at Saronsberg in Tulbagh, where spectacular mountain scenery, hidden valleys and technical singletrack will continue to shape the race narrative. The final chapter unfolds in Wellington, home to the Queen Stage and the legendary Cliffhanger, before a Grand Finale delivers riders to the finish line at Imbuko Wines. FROM CERES TO WELLINGTON From the purpose-built trail networks of Eselfontein to the hidden valleys of the Witzenberg, the expansive roads of the Swartland and the iconic trails of Wellington, the 2027 route combines some of the finest riding in South Africa with the landscapes and experiences that have come to define the Absa Cape Epic. It is a route designed to challenge the world's best professional riders while delivering an unforgettable journey for amateurs chasing their own Epic dream. Shannon Valstar, Race Director for the Absa Cape Epic, said the 2027 route represents far more than the next edition of the race. “2027 marks the beginning of an
exciting new chapter for the Absa Cape Epic. With Absa renewing its commitment to the race, we have an incredible opportunity to build on everything that has made this event iconic while shaping what comes next. This route reflects that ambition. It honours the heritage of the race, but it also signals a new era of growth, innovation and impact.” She said the theme captured what makes the race special. “The theme of One Line That Changes Everything captures exactly what makes the Absa Cape Epic so special. It only takes one decision to enter, one start line to cross and one finish line to completely change how you see yourself and what you believe is possible.” For Valstar, returning to Ceres carries particular significance. “On a personal level, Ceres holds a special place in my journey. The first race village I ever worked in was Ceres during my very first year on the event as part of the media and live broadcast crew.“ Returning there as part of the 2027 route feels incredibly full circle and is a reminder of how many life-changing stories are created through this race, not only for riders, but for everyone fortunate enough to be involved in it.” BUILT ON PARTNERSHIPS Hendrico Burger, Route Director for the Absa Cape Epic, paid tribute to the landowners,
The 2027 Absa Cape Epic route has been unveiled, promising more than 700km of racing, epic climbs and world-class trails across the Western Cape.
trail builders and communities who helped make the 2027 route possible. “Every edition of the Absa Cape Epic is built on partnerships. We are incredibly grateful to the landowners, farmers, trail builders, local communities and stakeholders who open their properties, share their trails and work alongside us to bring this event to life.”Burger said that support had been particularly important following the floods earlier this year.“ Many people have gone above and beyond to restore trails, repair infrastructure and help us create a route that showcases the very best of the Western Cape.” The 2027 Absa Cape Epic will see riders cover more than 700km
and approximately 17,000m of climbing across eight days of racing, culminating in Wellington at Imbuko Wines, owned by the Van Zijl and Zenzen families. For every rider, however, the route is about far more than statistics. It is about partnership, perseverance and discovering what lies beyond the limits they once thought possible. It is about drawing a line between who they are today and who they become by the time they reach the finish. Three iconic host regions. One unforgettable journey. In 2027, the Absa Cape Epic enters a new era. And for every rider bold enough to take on the challenge, it begins with one decision, one start line and one line that changes everything.
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SEZARIO PAK GOUD BY WES-KAAPSE KAMPIOENSKAP
Van Bellville-Suid na Durbies TARRYN-LEIGH SOLOMONS ellville-Suid se Sezario Tafel (13) het drie jaar se bestendige vordering vanjaar met ’n Wes-Kaapse landlooptitel bekroon. Sezario het vanjaar goud in die seuns-o.13-afdeling by die Wes-Kaapse skole-veldlandloopkampioenskap gewen. Dit volg op brons in 2024 en silwer verlede jaar. Dié jong atleet, wat vir die UWK-atletiekklub deelneem, het ook in September aan die ASA Nasionale Landloopkampioenskap in Pretoria deelgeneem, waar hy teen van die land se voorste jong landlopers meegeding het. Sy afrigter, Daniel van der Ventel, sê die verbetering oor die afgelope drie jaar was deel van ’n plan wat hulle van vroeg af gevolg het. “Ek het van die begin af ’n driejaarplan vir Sezario gehad. Ons wou hom nie jaag nie, maar hom stap vir stap ontwikkel. “Hy het die afgelope paar jaar baie gegroei – nie net as atleet nie, maar ook in sy benadering tot die sport,” sê Van der Ventel. Die medaljes vertel die verhaal – derde plek, toe tweede, en vanjaar eerste. Van der Ventel sê Sezario het gaandeweg meer selfvertroue en wedloopervaring opgedoen, terwyl sy blootstelling aan sterker mededinging hom verder
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“EK IS BAIE OPGEWONDE OM VOLGENDE JAAR BY DIE HOËRSKOOL DURBANVILLE TE BEGIN.”
Bellville-Suid se jong landloopatleet Sezario Tafel wys van die medaljes wat hy oor die afgelope paar jaar verower het. Dié 13-jarige het van brons in 2024 en silwer in 2025 tot goud in 2026 gevorder en is vanjaar as die Wes-Kaapse skolekampioen in die seuns-o.13-afdeling gekroon. FOTO: LAETICIA SOLOMONS
Brookside’s Villager dumped out of Gold Cup competition AVRIL FILLIES Villager from Brookside will have to try again next year to win the coveted Gold Cup after they were eliminated in the Top 16 by Durbell in the Southern Bracket on Saturday 3 October. Durbell progressed to the quarterfinals after a 32-27 victory and will fly the Western Province Rugby Union's flag when they take on Roses United from Wellington, Boland's representative in the contest. Villager were looking for their third trophy this year, after being crowned back-to-back Super League A champions and President's Cup winners, but it was not to be. Despite the defeat three players, Giuliano de Franchi, Thoubaan Gabriels and William Rose, celebrated 50 caps. It was always going to be an uphill battle for both teams and it was only going to be who wants it the most. Last year Hamiltons were in the same boat as Villager when the latter beat them in their quarter-finals in a Cape derby and Villager progressed to the final where Naka Bulls were too strong and were
crowned back-to-back winners of the Gold Cup. Roses United, the reigning champions at the 2026 Thurlow Marsh Easter Festival, beat Bloemfontein Police 24-12. Roses are hoping to progress to the final. The team is also competing in the Top 12 of Boland Rugby and was supposed to fulfill this commitment this coming Saturday 10 October, but the Gold Cup will get first priority. Last year Robertson Town was in the same situation and had to play on the Saturday in the Gold Cup and the Sunday in the Top 12, which disadvantaged the team. Depending on Roses United's performances thus far, the Top 12 will be postponed until further notice. With SK-Walmers and Villager out of the picture in the Gold Cup, all Super League A teams will support Durbell to go all the way for WP. Roses United's counterpart who fell short in the Gold Cup were Saldanha. Durbell will travel to Wellington on Saturday 10 October for their quarter-final, while College Rovers take on Gardens in Durban on the same day.
laat groei het. Nog ’n verandering wag volgende jaar wanneer Sezario Bellville-Suid soggens vir die Hoërskool Durbanville sal verruil. Hy sê hy sien uit na die nuwe skool en die geleenthede wat daarmee saamkom. “Ek is baie opgewonde om volgende jaar by die Hoërskool Durbanville te begin. “Ek sien daarna uit om nuwe mense te ontmoet en verder met my atletiek te groei,” sê Sezario. “Ek wil hard werk, my tye verbeter en kyk hoe ver ek met die sport kan gaan.” Van der Ventel glo die skuif kom op ’n goeie tyd in Sezario se ontwikkeling. “Die Hoërskool Durbanville is vir my die volgende stap. “Ek glo hy het nog baie om te wys.” Hoewel die Wes-Kaapse goud sy beste resultaat tot dusver is, sal Sezario nie lank kan rus nie. Die volgende atletiekseisoen bring nuwe ouderdomsgroepe, nuwe teenstanders en ’n nuwe skoolomgewing. Hy sal egter daar aankom met nasionale landloopervaring en drie agtereenvolgende WesKaapse medaljes agter sy naam. Vir dié tiener van BellvilleSuid is die mikpunt nou om die vordering voort te sit wanneer hy volgende jaar in Durbanville aantree.
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