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THURSDAY11SEPTEMBER
. U3A Tygerberg will host a talk at the Dutch Reformed Church, Cnr Mountain View Drive and Edelweiss road, Eversdal. The topic this month is Sanbar deer and the ecology of fynbos, fire and forest on Table Mountain. Doors open at 09:00 for tea and coffee and the talk begins at 10:00 The cost is R10 for members and R20 for visitors. Visitors are most welcome Contact Sarah on 021 976 8310 for more information.
WOENSDAG17SEPTEMBER
. Die byeenkoms van die Tygerberg Tuin- en Blommeklub by die NG kerk Parow Welgelegen (La Provencestraat 47, Welgelegen) begin om 09:30 vir 10:00 Die sprekers is Tracey Cole (Village Garden) oor "Edible Herb Gardens and Designs", Diana de Vos en Francoise Schaaf oor blomhouers met die tema “Iets uit niets” Die blommekunskompetisie se tema is “Beeld ‘n emosie uit” Tee word vanaf 09:30 voorsien. Kontak Beatrix Lambert-Bestbier by 082 873 9864 vir meer inligting.
SATURDAY20SEPTEMBER
. The annual #IAMABLE Fun Run hosted by Alta du Toit School and Job-Abled NPC is back. The event raises funds and awareness for people living with disabilities, supporting their access to education and employment Participants can choose between 2,5km and 5km routes, either in person or virtually Tickets cost R100 and include a race number, goodie bag, and entry into lucky draws with prizes like getaways and gift vouchers. Race entries for learners can also be sponsored at R100 each. Race tickets are available via Entry Ninja. Contact Simone Nel via email on gm@jobabled.co.za with sponsorship or any other enquiries.
WOENSDAG24SEPTEMBER
. ’n Begeleide toer word op Erfenisdag deur die Durbanville-Erfenisvereniging by die Afrikaanse Taalmonument aangebied. Dit begin om 11:00 Vriende en en familie is welkom. Stuur ‘n e-pos na durbanvilleheritage@gmail.com met navrae
Bevestig bywoning teen Maandag 15 September by https://forms.gle/w7zaasiFjksY1JP76
. Die NG kerk Panorama hou 'n braaidag en pretloop Die pretloop is perfek vir vinnige drawwers en gemaklike stappers. Boereworsrolle koffie en ´n lekker kuier wag daarna op besoekers. Belangstellendes word aangemoedig om hul familie, vriende en selfs hul troeteldiere saam te bring. Kaartjies is by die kerkwinkel beskikbaar Besoek http://shop.parow-panorama.co.za of skakel 021 930 3100 Stuur ‘n e-pos na kantoor@parow-panorama.co.za met navrae
SUNDAY28SEPTEMBER
. The Cape Welsh Choir presents Why we sing – together, a concert collaboration with CwmBach Male Choir, a Welsh male voice choir touring South Africa for the first time since 1997 Their tour starts in Cape Town and the concert will be presented in the Nassau Auditorium of Groote Schuur High School, 77 Palmyra Road, Newlands. Tickets are available from Quicket at R150 each.
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. Bellville Senior Sentrum/Chrismar Villas hou van 09:00 tot 11:00 hul jaarlikse tradisionele basaar by Jessiestraat 25, Chrismar, Bellville Al die tradisionele lekkernye soos pannekoek, basaarpoeding, jaffels, vetkoek, hamburgers, boereworsrolle pampoenkoekies en roosterkoeke sal daar wees, asook die heerlikste tuisgebakte lekkernye Winskopies en verrassings wag by die plaas-, witolifant- en handwerktafel en vir die boekwurms is daar 'n boeketafel. Geniet 'n versnapering in die kafeteria. Chrismar Villas se eie orkes sal die hele oggend musiek maak. Koskaartjies kan op die dag gekoop word of vooraf in kantoorure van Maandae tot Vrydae vanaf 08:00 tot 12:00 by 021 910 1250 Kaartfasiliteite sal beskikbaar wees. . Arms of Mercy – Charm a Child, bied´n fondsinsamelingsgeleentheid getiteld “Hope Wears a Crown” aan in samewerking met die Tygerberg Lionsklub Die geleentheid duur van 09:30 tot 13:00 en word gehou by die Parow-gholfklub Kaartjies kos R200 en sluit 'n ligte middagete in Kaartjies is beskikbaar by Quicket Stuur 'n WhatsApp na 076 463 0821 met navrae
SATERDAG4OKTOBER
. Magnolia, die ACVV-dienstak in Bellville, bied ‘n heerlike basaar vanaf 09:00 tot 12:30 aan. Besoekers sal op die dag kan kies en keur tussen tradisionele lekkernye soos die alombekende pannekoek en basaarpoeding. Moet ook nie vergeet van gebakte brood, mosbolle, vetkoek en heerlike skaapkerrie en rys nie Worsbroodjies en hamburgers sal in die braaituin te koop wees. Musiek gaan deur DL Leon gemaak word. Magnolia is in Baxterstraat Sanlamhof Bel 021 948 6085 vir meer besonderhede
The High Court in Cape Town began hearing arguments on 1 and 2 September from legal representatives of five groups seeking to oppose a landmark bid to decriminalise prostitution in South Africa Sixteen prospective amici curiae, or friends of the court, also made submissions to join the case, with 14 supporting the decriminalisation effort and two opposing it
On Monday 1 September after hearing the two counsel for the five intervening respondents - Cause for Justice and a coalition of four organisations - the court ruled that it was satisfied that the intervenor applicants made out a case for intervention and they are allowed to intervene as respondents in the case
The court’s decision regarding the admission of the 16 amici stood over to Tuesday 2 September, with the judge, on Monday, indicating his inclination to whittle down the number of amici However, in delivering its judgement on Tuesday, the learned judge admitted all 16 amici to the case, quoting the Constitutional Court’s judgment in Koyabe v Minister of Home Affairs
“Amici curiae have made and continue to make an invaluable contribution to
this court’s jurisprudence Most, if not all constitutional matters present issues, the resolution of which will invariably have an impact beyond the parties directly litigating before the court Constitutional litigation by its very nature requires the determination of issues squarely in the public interest, and in so far as amici introduce additional, new and relevant perspectives, leading to more nuanced judicial decisions, their participation in litigation is to be welcomed and encouraged,” the court held "In consequence of the court’s rulings, Cause for Justice will now begin with the mammoth task of representing the public interest in the retention of the criminal ban on prostitution, by preparing its opposing papers to the applicants’ case, in order to meet the filing deadline of 13 October," says a spokesperson for the organisation
ARO aims for GunRun
KEANANHARMSE
A group of animal activists are gearing up to tackle the GunRun pet walk to help raise funds for their third mobile clinic
The group will take part in the 5km Pet Walk category in this year's OUTsurance Gun Run at Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point on Saturday 13 September
The walk will start on Fritz Sonnenberg Road in Green Point, and finish on the Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club All races finish on the Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club
RAISINGFUNDS
The runners represent the Animal Rescue Organisation (ARO) and are raising funds for their brand-new mobile clinic, said head of fundraising, Lindsey Concer
"This service is a lifeline for pets in need, and as a team, we're ready to put in the miles (and the sore feet!) to help make Mobile Clinic number three a reality
"Help us help the doggies and kitties who need us most," she said
The ARO team is making its debut in this year's Pet Walk with 25 team
members, including their families
The animal rescue organisation has been appealing for funds to help cover their costs to build another mobile clinic since July and launched a fundraising drive Concer hopes the new clinic can expand their services and allow them to support more communities where animals need vaccinations and sterilisations
"A third clinic is an urgent need that we identified during our recent outreach efforts in communities like Jim se Bos, Lekkerwater, Egoli, Phumlani, Siqalo, and most recently, Smallville," said Concer So far they have received some donations
Ottery-based animal rescue,Animal Rescue Organisation,hosting one of their vaccination and sterilisation campaigns using one of their mobile
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“This is hugely frustrating because it plays into the very narrative that spreads through our gang-infested communities - that police protect gangsters instead of standing with the people The reason given was that the motorcade was seen as a 'gathering' But let’s be clear, a motorcade is not a gathering It is a collection of vehicles driving in tandem from road to road, raising awareness and showing unity
"It is deeply disappointing that the police chose this path Actions like this erode trust instead of building it, and they weaken the partnerships that could exist between police and communities who are desperate to see gangsterism and drugs defeated," says McKenzie Police spokesperson Sgt Wesley Twigg said the motorcade was stopped because the organisers did not have authorisation for the event “The marchers dispersed peacefully,” he says
The Animal Rescue Organisation members tackling the 5km Pet Walk category in this year’s OUTsurance Gun
Localmakesboksquad
BRENDENRUITER
The family of a young rugby player from Blue Downs are over the moon after she was chosen to represent her country in the South African youth Springbok Squad
Tamryn Booysen, a Grade 11 learner at Tygerberg High School, who is also a sprint star, only started playing rugby last year and since then her rise has been rapid
Father Paul says it feels like only yesterday when she first hopped her way to victory in the Grade R bag race "Even then, we could see the spark the determination and spirit that set her apart From that day forward her athletic
pursued her for a year to join their rugby club At first, we hesitated especially my wife, who wasn’t thrilled about such a tough and wild sport But eventually, we gave in, and she jumped headfirst into her very first rugby game no trials, no training, just pure courage
"I’ll never forget that day My wife, too nervous to watch, retreated to the car My other daughter and I stood at the sideline, hearts racing cheering her on And she
played for Western Province under 16 and 18 Her journey even took her overseas, where she proudly competed at the Rosslyn Park 7s Rugby in the UK, helping her team secure the Silver Plate
APROUDMOMENT
Paul says it is not only the accolades that make them proud "It’s the way she carries herself humble, grounded, and still unaware of just how extraordinary she really is As parents and as a family, we couldn’t be more proud She is an inspiration, a role model, and a reminder of what hard work, faith, and passion can achieve The future is wide open, and we are so excited to see where her incredible
Tamryn Booysen has been chosen for the Springboks Youth team
FAS statistics brings sobering reminder
Globally, the rate of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is eight out of every 1 000 live births
In the Western Cape it is as high as 310 of every 1 000 live births
No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy, and City Health has services for women who are struggling to cope without alcohol
The City of Cape Town is calling for urgent action this International Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day, observed on 9 September, as South Africa continues to face some of the highest reported rates in the world
This year's theme is "Supporting bumps without booze – coping without alcohol"
CONDITIONS
FASD refers to a range of preventable conditions that occurs in someone whose mother drank alcohol during her pregnancy with them
These govern physical, cognitive and behavioural development, with effects ranging from mild to severe and lasting a lifetime
"No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy," said Mayco member for community services and health Francine Higham, "and while we speak often of the need to stop drinking during pregnancy
and, in some instances, it is easier said than done Our City Health clinics and substanceabuse treatment sites are there to help
“I encourage mothers to be to enrol for basic antenatal care at their local clinic as soon as possible If, for whatever reason, you are struggling with alcohol or other substances our Matrix programme offers outpatient assistance and support to women, also their families "
RAISINGAWARENESS
The City's Community, Arts and Culture Development Department reached 4 601 people through its Substance Abuse Prevention Programme in the previous financial year, which includes the Driving My Future Programme
This focuses on raising awareness, preventing risky behaviours and advocating for responsible decision-making
It also teaches children and adults about the harm associated with substance abuse, particularly FASD
A distinctive aspect of the programme is the use of realistic simulators to illustrate the desired outcomes
"While the responsibility starts with pregnant women we all have a role to play in supporting them and their unborn babies," Higham pointed out
Localchefshinesin culinarycompetition
Maxine Maart from Elsies River may only be in her first year of culinary school but she is already making waves on the culinary scene
Maart, who is currently doing the foundational cookery programme at the Cape Town campus of Capsicum Culinary Studio (CCS), took part in her first ever cookery competition and was awarded second place in the Young Chefs Challenge 2025 and received R40 000 for her efforts The top spot went to another CCS student, Johannesburg’s Unami Binda, who won R80 000
“Growing up I enjoyed helping my mother run her fast-food business and this sparked a curiosity that evolved into a love for cooking and sharing delicious food with others I began experimenting in the kitchen, trying out different recipes and exploring different flavours,” says Maart
STUDIES
She said she decided to enrol at Capsicum because of its industry reputation: “What I am studying is the perfect starter stepping stone for me, but I don’t believe that my studies with the school will end with this programme ”
Maart said she was both nervous and excited to take part in the contest
“I grew up watching cookery shows and competitions, so this was a dream come true I was determined not to overthink it and become overwhelmed, but rather to
dishes in the competition: “For the starter round, I prepared a samosa stuffed with sweet potatoes and spinach and served on a pea purée My main course was a sautéed chicken breast on a bed of potato mash and served with a mushroom sauce I had to pivot and change my main course on the day due to a shortage of ingredients, but I still it work because that is what do and I was proud of what I d the judges in the end It was redible learning experience
I was speechless when I heard my name announced as first runnerup I only wished that my parents could have been there to see me but I know they were incredibly proud I would like to study further and also plan to travel and learn more about different cultures and cuisines In five years’ time I would love to run my own food business It’s a big dream but I believe that if you work hard enough at something, dreams do come true ”
Drilling contest marches on
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A drilling competition that started in Mitchell’s Plain has become interprovincial, despite still not being recognised as an official sport
On Saturday 18 October the second interprovincial drilling and marching competition for the year will take place at the Jan Burger Sports Complex in Parow and teams from the Eastern and Northern Cape will be taking part
The drilling and marching competition was started by then Mitchell’s Plain station commander, Maj Gen Jeremy Vearey in 2007 in response to a sharp decline in discipline at schools
“He realised that an activity was needed that would teach youth discipline, respect for authority and encourage
leadership skills,” said Cornelia Louw, the local organising committee (LOC) chair
“Marching and drilling was introduced as a diversion programme ” Louw has worked in policing since 2006 She was the sports administrator at Mitchells Plain Police Station but left for Pretoria in 2010 after she was promoted to the Hawks She returned to Cape Town in 2014 to work in the Hawks’ provincial cyber crime investigation unit
Her main role as LOC chair is also finding partners and funding
Despite the scale and scope of the competition changing, investment remains a challenge Many schools are also unable to secure coaches
Maxine Maart is showing star power in cooking class
ent in Beacon Valley
MontanaPrimarygetsnewlibrary
What began as a single library has now grown into 100; but for The Bookery, the true milestone is not in the number, but in the countless minds opened, imaginations sparked, and futures shaped through the power of reading.
Montana Primary School became the home of The Bookery’s 100th school library, a tranquil space filled with over 3 000 carefully chosen books, ready to ignite the joy and power of reading for every learner who walks through its doors
The opening marks a significant step in The Bookery’s mission to ensure that every child in South Africa has access to a well-resourced school library and the transforming opportunities that come with it
“This milestone is a powerful reminder of what is possible when we come together and rally behind literacy,” said Shelley de Wet, managing director at The Bookery
“Each of our 100 libraries is a promise to children – that their stories matter, and that they deserve the tools to write their own With 81% of Grade 4 learners unable to read for meaning, South Africa faces a national crisis This is compounded by the reality that 43% of households do not own a single book, and only 35% of adults with children read to them How do we expect learners to thrive when they cannot understand what they read, or when they grow up without access to stories that spark imagination and build knowledge?"
“We believe every child deserves to experience the joy and power of reading Access to books is one vital step, but it is only the beginning Ongoing support and strong partnerships are essential to sustain this work The Bookery cannot do it alone
– together, with partners who share our passion for systemic change, we can build a future where every learner has the chance to succeed,” says Mary Baartman, acting principal at Montana Primary
“Monty, as our school is affectionately known, suffered some setbacks and challenges, but we choose to be positive and we as school leadership, educators and learners have adapted well with the resources we have Today we see another door being opened leading to growth for our learners We are so excited about our new chapter that the beautiful new library brings Monty’s Book Bungalow will give learners access to books that don’t only hold information, it will spark brighter futures for our learners "
PARTNERSHIPS
Provincial minister of education David Maynier agrees on working together: “The scale of the early-grade literacy problem requires a massive and coordinated effort from all stakeholders This is why partnerships with organisations like The Bookery are so valuable to us, we are all pulling in the same direction, and together we can improve learning outcomes for every learner, in every classroom, in every school in the Western Cape,” says Maynier
“For The Bookery, reaching this milestone is not the finish line, but a renewed commitment to action Each library we create and support is a cocoon for change, a safe space where children can dream beyond their circumstances, discover new worlds, and build the
literacy skills they need to thrive in all subjects, in order to break the barriers of disadvantage,” said Jacki Sands, Fundraising and Communications Officer at The Bookery
The journey to Montana’s library was made possible through remarkable generosity by the MacFarlane Family Foundation, a long-time partner of The
Bookery, who provided anchor funding for the 100th library installation; SALI Trust sponsored books gifted to learners at the launch; and The Silent Book Club Cape Town, led by founder Shawn Buck, raised an additional R100 000, inspiring the Sygnia Asset Management book club, led by Juliette Bendix, to contribute the final amount and bring the vision to life
Provincial minister of education David Maynier at the launch of a new library at Montana Primary School
Backyardhousinggetsaboost
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LAUREN OCONNOR-MAY@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
New amendments to a City by-law gives several reprieves to small rental unit owners in townships
This is according to the Development Action Group (DAG) which hosted an information session on the changes in the municipal planning by-law at the Lentegeur Police Station boardroom on Saturday September 6
The session was facilitated by the Mitchell’s Plain United Residents’ Association (Mura)
Despite strong opposition to the most recent amendments, DAG, a non-profit that supports micro-developers, said the changes are a help to backyarder landlords
DAG’s Zama Mgwotyu said there had been a lot of push back by opposition parties who challenged the amendments, saying it was reminiscent of Apartheid spatial planning
“But these developments are already happening on the ground and we have been advocating for these changes for some time,” Mgwotyu said
He said that without the proper support, dense backyard property developments put a strain on infrastructure
DAG’s project coordinator Kamogelo Shika led the workshop
“Government alone cannot meet the demand for housing,” Shika said, adding that the private sector is providing housing faster than the government
She said the demand for housing has caused communities to subdivide their properties to create rental incomes but this was mostly done without the proper consultations, permissions or planning
She told the group of residents,
Kamogelo Shika,the project coordinator of the Development Action Group hosts an information session on the amendments to the Municipal Planning Bylaw and how it affects small rental units in certain parts of the city
KiteFestivaltakesflightagain
The Cape Town International Kite Festival will return in 2025 with renewed spirit and a powerful theme, #CourageToFly.
Now in its 31st year, the festival has become a symbol of hope, resilience and unity, and this year it celebrates the bravery it takes to face life's challenges, particularly in relation to mental health
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival will once again take place over two full days – on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th October
The festival will also be hosted at a new venue, the Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery
MENTALHEALTHAWARENESS
Since 1994, the Cape Town International Kite Festival has been organised annually by Cape Mental Health as part of its mission to raise awareness of mental health and promote resilience
Each kite that rises into the air serves as a reminder of freedom, creativity and the courage it takes to seek help, speak openly, and support those on their mental health journeys
This year's theme was chosen against the backdrop of recent global challenges – from political and social instability to the lingering effects of the pandemic – all of which have contributed to rising rates of anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions
In South Africa, an estimated 16 5% of the population lives with a mental disorder, and the stigma attached to these conditions remains a significant barrier to treatment and recovery
Cape Mental Health CEO, Professor Ingrid Daniels, emphasises that it takes remarkable courage to live with a mental health condition, to rise above stigma,
25-26OCT
The festival will take place over two full days at a new venue, the Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery
and to continue along a recovery journey despite the inevitable challenges
"Like a kite soaring against strong winds, people living with mental health conditions inspire us all to hold on, rise above, and find strength to persevere," says Daniels
ASPECTACULARSHOWCASE
This year's festival will feature a spectacular showcase of kites from both local and international participants, alongside entertainment for all ages, kitemaking workshops, food vendors and an amusement park for children
The festival continues to expand its reach beyond the two-day celebration through initiatives such as the EduKite competition for schools, community fly events like the Heideveld Community Fly, and a variety of inclusive activities that ensure children and adults of all abilities can participate
For those unable to attend in person, Cape Mental Health encourages support through its BackaBuddy campaign, with all funds raised going directly to its essential free services across the Western Cape These services enable individuals and families affected by mental health conditions to access the care and assistance they need, ensuring that the festival's impact extends far beyond the colourful skies of October . For more information, follow @CTKiteFest on social media.
Colourful kites dance across the Cape Town sky at the 2024 International Kite Festival at Melkbosstrand Beach,symbolising hope and resilience in the fight against mental health stigma PHOTO: BARBARA MEYER
A spectacular array of kites fills the sky above Cape Town at the 2024 International Kite Festival at Melkbosstrand Beach,each one representing courage and the journey towards mental health recovery and understanding PHOTO: BARBARA MEYER
THINKING OUT LOUD
Health is wealth
I was fine one day The next, I was struggling to breathe, fighting for every inhalation and placed on oxygen in the ICU
Two weeks ago, I experienced what I now call a life quake If you've never heard the term, it's a powerful disruption that shakes your life, shifts your direction, and demands transformation It doesn't arrive politely, and it rarely feels convenient, but it comes with purpose Your life is calling for change
For me, that quake lasted seven days
In those ICU hours, time slowed Even a glimpse of an airplane outside my hospital window, its roar and motion from the seventh floor, gave me hope That small sight became a beacon, I waited for it, letting it remind me that I would get out In that space, I wasn't just Namhla Monakali I was "a slip-and-fall risk", a clinical classification meant to protect fragile patients At first, the label felt cold and impersonal, but it forced me to confront my vulnerability and reflect on how easily life can shift Every breath felt monumental Every heartbeat reminded me how fragile life truly is It forced me to face how I had been living, long hours at work, skipped meals, skipped workouts, stress carried like a badge of honour, rest ignored I had been
investing in everything but my most precious asset, my health That's when it hit me, health is wealth
No promotion, no car, no social accolade can replace the value of being alive and well Health is the foundation of everything else Yet, we often wait for a crisis to force us to notice I don't want to wait anymore
Since that life quake, I've committed to caring for myself differently, physically, mentally, and emotionally
I've learned to listen to my body, to prioritise well-being and to make conscious choices each day that protect and nurture my health
Last week was Kidney Awareness Week, and I couldn't help but think of Asanda Hlamandana, a young skilled, passionate and dedicated teacher with a Master's degree (yes, she would want me to mention that she has Masters), whose passion for teaching has always inspired her learners I've watched her create an inclusive learner-focused learning environment, celebrate their journeys, and helping them reach not only their academic goals
Life quakes are painful, but they are clarifying They strip away distractions, forcing us to confront what we've ignored They challenge us to grow, to change, and to emerge stronger My ICU stay was not just a brush with mortality, it was a chance to redefine priorities, appreciate the little things, and embrace life fully Health is freedom For me? It's freedom to breathe without struggle, to move without pain, to pursue dreams, to nurture relationships, and to experience joy
So, take this as my reminder to you, and to myself, cherish your health Protect it Honour it Don't wait for a life quake to shake you awake Make time for rest Eat mindfully Move your body
If you're in the middle of a life quake, whether through illness, loss, transition, relocation, grief, new opportunities, or the unpredictable road of entrepreneurship, I see you I pray you move through the shock and embrace the beauty trying to break through I hope, and I live, to reap the rewards of allowing growth to visit, shake me, and usher me into one of the most beautiful seasons of my life -NAMHLA MONAKALI
Kommentaar // Comments
BRIEWE|LETTERS
Turns out the grass is not greener in Oakdale
My wife and I recently moved from Parow to Oakdale in Bellville Our primary motivation was the safety, security and relative tranquility in the area
Imagine our shock when we discovered that prostitutes are plying their trade in broad daylight literally next to our complex on the corner of Sydney and Kingsmead Streets
Needless to say, we were shocked to the core! We felt horribly betrayed since nobody ever alerted us to this scourge
This, despite the fact that two primary schools surround us and small innocent children are exposed to this dehumanising practice I understand that numerous complaints were already lodged with the relevant authorities but to no avail
Police simply drive past the prostitutes as if its the right thing to do When confronted, they just return without a care the next day All this happen in broad daylight as if they know
Recycling efforts under threat
The waste diversion initiative by the Cape Peninsula University of Technology ( CPUT goes green , TygerBurger 27 August) is indeed a noble environmental sustainable project If only Grant Twigg Mayco member for urban waste management, quietly rightly praised the zero-waste project Yet, the question remains: is it going to remain sustainable?
Take for instance the projects promoted by the City over the years! When wheelie bins were introduced, residents received pamphlets as to what could, or could not, be dumped in them It even provided special bins in certain areas for recyclable materials
There was a time when recycling was the in-thing when many businesses venues allowed drop-off points for certain items - including fluorescent tubes, batteries, etc
No longer! And in the interim, as society finds the pleasures of life more attractive, we now even dump highly toxic items of all sorts in the convenient wheelie bin Even asbestos
Which may only be dumped at a site at Bellville South It is so much more convenient to just dump (all
sorts of items/cuttings) in the cover of darkness at some convenient spot No wonder the City has waste trucks on the roads seven days a week!
While the drom-krappers are the curse of numerous residents it is unbelievable the number of sugar/maize bags they fill on many days of recyclable items For which they are paid by recycling depots Yes some litter the pavements and streets, but there is a way the culprits can be stopped Without force
Which brings me to the outcry from residents surrounding the Goodwood dump site Over a decade ago, the City eventually found a suitable site amidst much fanfare; until after further investigation, it was rejected due to water level issues
As usual, the issue was swept under the foundations of City's sacred headquarters! I mean, the wagon moves on
The very same scenario applies to what gets dumped into waste water outlets in numerous buildings Or down manholes Or anywhere else! Oh well, ratepayers can pay JBeelders,VASCO PRAGTIGEGESIGVANDIELENTE:
Potholes becoming craters
There is a significant increase in potholes in the Goodwood area Many potholes are resembling craters, that will do damage to vehicles, and will evidently cause incidents
The quick "fixing" with gravel is definitely not suitable, as can be observed The question is, when will the road surfaces be a top priority? TessaLuck,GOODWOOD
they have protection! From early morning to late at night we are forced to watch this spectacle This cannot be correct and tolerated Something must be done and fast
We regret everyday the decision to move into this neighbourhood We feel trapped and terribly betrayed! How can this be allowed in this day and age?
I would like to appeal to the authorities to intervene with urgency We do not deserve this Frustrated Citizen, BELLVILLE
Los probleem op
Ek is dankbaar om die onlangse briewe te sien wat die situasie in Oakdale uitlig
Soos baie inwoners, sake-eienaars, skole en kerke, is ek diep bekommerd oor wat in ons gemeenskap gebeur; dit is werklik skokkend
My vraag is: is daar enigiemand met die nodige gesag of kundigheid wat ons kan help om hierdie kwessie op 'n betekenisvolle langtermynmanier op te los?
Op die oomblik is ons enigste uitweg om voorvalle aan te meld soos dit plaasvind Hoewel dit 'n tydelike oplossing mag bied - byvoorbeeld, wetstoepassers verskyn, en die sigbare probleem soos prostitusie verdwyn - is dit slegs 'n kortstondige oplossing Die oomblik dat die wetstoepassers vertrek, keer die situasie terug na presies waar dit was
Wat is die langtermynplan? Watter regte het besorgde burgers van Oakdale? Moet ons aanhou om dieselfde probleme dag ná dag aan te meld, net om te sien dat dit môre weer opduik?
Sekerlik is diegene in gesagsposisies bewus van wat gebeur Ons sien dit in die koerante; ons hoor dit op gemeenskapsvergaderings Tog word geen permanente oplossing geïmplementeer nie Boston slaag daarin om sy gemeenskapstandaarde te behou Waarom is Oakdale dan nie in staat om dieselfde te doen nie? Waarom het Oakdale die middelpunt geword vir prostitusie en die verwante kwessies wat daarop volg?
Dit is tyd om verby korttermyn-oplossings te beweeg en die wortel van hierdie probleem vir eens en vir altyd aan te pak Sandra,E-POS
FOTO: CHRISTA ROSSOUW
TekkieChallenge‘ngrootsukses
Die jaarlikse Tekkie Challenge het Saterdag in pragtige lenteweer in Kuilsrivier plaasgevind
’n Rekordgetal van sowat 3 000 deelnemers het die 5 km-pretloop, die 10 km "Battle of the Sexes" of die 16 kmuitdaging vir langasems aangedurf
Ds André van Wyk, besturende direkteur van die Jan Krielinstituut, sê die Tekkie Challenge het vanjaar beslis uit sy ou nate gebars met sowat 1 000 deelnemers meer as verlede jaar
"Die ondersteuning vanuit Kuilsrivier, Jan Krielskool se familie en vriende, die groter hardloopgemeenskap, sakeondernemings wat hul werknemers in groot maat ingeskryf het en natuurlik Food Lover’s Market as hoofborg, is regtig
’n Rekordgetal deelnemers het die 5 km-pretloop, die 10 km “Battle of the Sexes” of die 16 km-uitdaging vir langasems aangedurf
’n riem onder die hart Hiervoor is ons nederig dankbaar "
Van Wyk sê die byeenkoms se inkomste is geoormerk vir sport en sportontwikkeling by die Jan Krielskool, wat meestal duur, spesialistoerusting vir gestremdes insluit Carina Roux het foto's geneem . Besoek www.tygerburger.co.za vir meer foto's.
Die hardlopers spring weg in die 10 myl of 16 km-wedloop FOTO’S: CARINA ROUX
Van links is Annatjie Berntzen,Helen du Plessis,Dawn Saunders en Sonia Harlock reg om die 10 km-wedloop aan te durf
Imaan Lakay,‘n leerder van die Highbury Primary School,gee Food Lover’s Market se Benny Banana‘n drukkie voor die wegspring van die 5 km-pretdloop
‘n Jong deelnemer aan die pretloop wou graag TygerBurger se Tier behoorlik groet
Van links is Elizabeth Te Water,Louisa Antonie, Lorraine Gys,Lesley Goshai en Elizabeth Lawrence,almal van Eersterivier
Antoinette Williams van die Tygerberg-atletiekklub was die eerste vrou (50-59 jaar) in die 10 km
Gary Pekeur van die Eersterivier-atletiekklub het die 10 km voltooi
Riddah Singh van Kuilsrivier gee TygerBurger se Tier ‘n“high five”
Liam Orphan (5) en Nicky Smit van Eersterivier groet TygerBurger se Tier
Macay (12) en Noah (2) Fisher van Mitchell’s Plain
Caitlyn,Peter en Chanté Petersen van Kuilsrivier het die pretloop saam gestap
Die Eersterivieratletiekklub het die spankompetisie vir mans in die 10 km-wedloop gewen Van links is Bronwin Williams (wat instaan vir Ventino Hendriks),Giano Louw, Leathen Cupido en Fernando Henkeman
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. ’n Pandok se Liefde is te sien by die Baxter-teater van Dinsdag 9 tot Saterdag 13 September Kaartjies van R65 tot R120 is by Webtickets beskikbaar
.The Incredible Journey of Tinkerbell van Tonder met Amanda Strydom en Coenraad Rall op klavier is op Woensdag 10 en Donderdag 11 September om 20:30 by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant te sien. Kaartjies kos R250 Bespreek by www dieboer com of by 021 979 1911.
. Spring Symphonies at the City Hall: A Spanish Affair is on Thursday 11 September at 19:30 Tickets from R190 to R450 available at Webtickets.
. Mirka tree op Vrydag 12 September om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell op Deure open om 18:00 Kaartjies kos R180 tot R220 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net
. Western Province Dance Association Showcase of Dance is at The Baxter Concert Hall on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 September at 17:00 and 19:30 Tickets cost R150 at Webtickets.
. It's My Life - the Ultimate Road Trip Anthems runs at the Barnyard Theatre Tyger Valley until 14 September Tickets from R195 available at www barnyardtheatre co.za.
Vermaak // Entertainment
. Mozart’s The Magic Flute, tailored for primary and high-school learners, is on stage at the Joseph Stone Auditorium in Athlone from Tuesday 16 to Sunday 20 September daily at 10:00 and 13:00 Tickets from R80 at Webtickets.
.African Times is on stage at Artscape from 17 to 20 September Tickets cost R120 at Webtickets.
. Salt - at tripple bill of ballets presented by Cape Ballet Africa is at Theatre on the Bay from 17 to 27 September Tickets from R350 at Webtickets.
. Spring Symphonies at the City Hall: A World Premiere is on Thursday 18 September at 19:30 Tickets from R190 to R450 available at Webtickets.
. A Marius Small-Smith concert with Mauritz Lotz is on Thursday 18 September at 20:00 in the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch. Tickets cost R300 at Webtickets.
. The UCT Jazz Festival takes place from 23 to 25
September Evening concerts in the Baxter Concert Hall at 19:00 Tickets at Webtickets. Free lunch hour Library Desk concerts at 13:00 in the W H Bell Music Library
. Posduif tree op Vrydag 26 September om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell op Kaartjies kos R100 tot R140 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net
. Moffie runs at The Baxter Flipside until 27 September Tickets R240 at Webtickets.
. W A. Mozart’s Coronation Mass is at the Endler Hall in Stellenbosch on Sunday 28 September at 16:00 Tickets from R120 at Webtickets.
. The Tramp runs at Artscape from Wednesday 1 to Friday 10 October
Tickets cost R200 to R220 at Webtickets.
. Kenny G is at the Grand Arena GrandWest on Thursday 2 October at 20:00 Tickets at Webtickets.
Zingara returns to Century City
Cape Town audiences can look forward to the return of The Royal Countess Zingara, as the long-awaited La Dolce Royal opens at Century City from Saturday 11 October
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Cape Town is gearing up to pulse to the rhythm of a global dance dialogue as ACDC Dance Intersect 2025 takes centre stage in early October
A cross-cultural celebration of classical and contemporary ballet, this landmark event brings together international and South African dance companies for a series of performances from Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 October at the Artscape Theatre
Speaking ahead of the opening, Marinus Boshoff, CEO of the Century City Property Owners’ Association, noted the return of the show as a welcome addition to the local events calendar While the production brings a sense of theatre and spectacle, it also reflects a continued interest in immersive multidisciplinary entertainment Performances of La Dolce Royal will take place nightly at 19:00
After a 10-year absence, this latest production from the well-known dinner cirque theatre promises an evening of performance, visual spectacle and immersive dining. Set inside a hand-carved mirrored tent, La Dolce Royal blends acrobatics, live music, theatrical design and a multi-course meal into a single experience It draws inspiration from the origins of the Madame Zingara productions, while also showcasing the evolution of the format over the years Andile Max will serve as the show’s emcee Creative director Richard Griffin returns to lead the production, alongside co-directors Craig Leo and Valentina Love lighting designers Mannie Manim and Joshua Cutts, and choreographer Samantha Kotze
At the heart of Dance Intersect 2025 is a spirit of artistic exchange This year’s event brings the Greek National Opera Ballet to South Africa for the first time, alongside acclaimed choreographers and companies from the Netherlands, Brazil, and across Africa.
PRODUCTION
Produced by South African Elvis Sibeko, Dance Intersect 2025 is an initiative by internationally acclaimed choreographer Anderson Carvalho the Netherlands-based founder of Anderson Carvalho Dance and Choreography (ACDC) and transcends borders to unite audiences and artists alike through the universal language of dance
“Dance Intersect is not just a performance it's a meeting point for cultures, ideas, and bodies in motion,” says Carvalho, whose choreography fuses his Brazilian roots with classical and contemporary forms “We are here to spark new conversations through movement the cross-pollination of dance techniques, stories, and perspectives ”
Audiences can look forward to a rich and diverse repertoire, ranging from neoclassical pieces and
Afro-contemporary fusions to avant-garde ballet that explores themes of identity, transformation, and unity
PROGRAMMEHIGHLIGHTSINCLUDE:
. The South African premiere of Fragmented Landscape a bold co-production between ACDC and Dutch company DOX, choreographed by Carvalho, featuring a diverse ensemble of South African and international dancers.
. The first local performance by the Greek National Opera Ballet, bringing classical excellence and Mediterranean artistry to the Cape Town stage
. A moving contemporary showcase by Cape Town’s New World Dance Theatre
. A brand-new choreographic work by guest choreographers Chesney Stanfield and Emile Petersen, exploring fresh narratives through innovative movement
Beyond the stage, ACDC Dance Intersect 2025 will host open rehearsals, public masterclasses, and school outreach sessions bringing young dancers, students, and dance lovers closer to the process of creation and the power of collaboration.
. Tickets range from R150 to R400. Book via Webtickets or Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7695.
Cape Town Opera brings a magical Mozart adventure
Cape Town Opera (CTO) is set to enchant young audiences this September with a vibrant new production of The Magic Flute, tailored specifically for primary and high school learners.
This lively adaptation of Mozart's beloved opera will run from 16 to 20 September at the Joseph Stone Auditorium in Athlone, offering two performances daily at 10:00 and 13:00
Directed by Elizma Badenhorst, with imaginative designs by Frankie van Straten and lighting by Kieran McGregor, this playful version blends live performance with engaging puppetry Music direction is by Jan Hugo, recently seen onstage as Rossini in CTO's acclaimed The Barber of Seville
Designed with accessibility and education in mind, The Magic Flute has been adapted into two unique versions—one for primary and one for high school learners—making it an ideal cultural outing for schools.
With multilingual narration in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa, and opera sung in the original German, the production ensures inclusivity while supporting curriculum-linked learning, particularly for high school music learners
The opera follows the young Prince Tamino on a fantastical quest to rescue Princess Pamina. Along the way, he's aided by a magic flute and the quirky bird-catcher Papageno, embarking on a journey filled with humour, wisdom and wonder
A stellar cast from CTO's Judith Neilson Young Artist Programme brings the tale to life, including Alida Scheepers as the Queen of the Night and Khayakazi Madlala as Pamina. Mongezi Mosoaka, Sisikelelwe Mngenela, Nathan Lewis, and guest
. Tickets are R80 via
artist Riaan Hunter also feature, alongside colourful puppet characters crafted from recycled materials. Supported by the National Arts Council and the Western Cape Government, this interactive production is more than just a show—it's a chance for young people to fall in love with opera. After the Athlone run, The Magic Flute heads to Woordfees in October
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Riaan Hunter as Papageno in Cape Town opera’s The Magic Flute PHOTO: MARK DOBSON
