TygerBurger Kraaifontein E-Edition 22 Oktober 2025
WHAT’S ON / WAT’S WAAR
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SATURDAY25OCTOBER
. The Cape Town International Kite Festival will return this year with renewed spirit and a powerful theme #CourageToFly For the first time since the pandemic, the festival will once again take place over two full days on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October marking a joyful return to the festival's much-loved extended format Even more exciting, the festival will be hosted at a brand-new venue, the Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery
. STADIO Higher Education will be hosting its Durbanville Campus Open Day Prospective students and parents are invited to explore the new campus facilities, meet academic staff, and learn more about the qualifications on offer For details or to register, visit www.stadio.ac.za
. If you love craftsmanship, creativity, and things made with real skill, then make sure to visit the Cape Knife Show at Tygervalley's Arena on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October from 09:00 to 15:00 Hosted by the Cape Knife Club, this annual event promises to be a showcase of some of the finest handcrafted knives South Africa has to offer Entry is R50 per person and includes a lucky draw entry to win a R3 000 handmade folder by Andre Viviers. Visit www capeknifeclub co.za for more information.
SUNDAY26OCTOBER
.Edgemead’s Largest Indoor Secondhand Market to be held at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive from 08:00 to 14:00 Bargains galore
MONDAY27OCTOBER
.Family Support for Schizophrenia will host an online meeting for families and carers of people living with schizophrenia at 19:00 via Zoom The topic for discussion will be “The Welcome Club as a model of a psychosocial rehabilitation programme”, presented by Courtney Coetzee, a psychosocial support assistant Those interested in attending can find the meeting link at https://familysupport org.za/meetings or contact the organisation via email at mail@familysupport org.za
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. Huis Jabes, `n tehuis vir mishandelde vroue, se jaarlikse glans-fondsinsameling vind in die Eensgezind-onthaalsaal op die Klipheuwel-pad net buite Durbanville plaas Early B, Leah, Theresa Bam, Andries Vermeulen en Hunter Kennedy sal te sien wees. Driegang- ete, veiling en kontantkroeg. Kaartjies kos R1 000 per persoon of R10 000 vir `n tafel van tien. Besprekings by info@sostrust co.za
.The Alta du Toit Centre, under the auspices of Badisa, is hosting a charity golf match at the prestigious Parow Golf Club Teams of four can register for R2 600 per team, with every rand raised going directly to support the residents of the Alta du Toit Centre Email Lionel at donation@altadutoit org.za for more information and registration.
.Get ready for a spooky night of fun and excitement at the Halloween Night Market at the Kraaifontein Civic Centre from 15:00 to 21:00 Enjoy 50+ stalls, food trucks, kids activities, Trick-or-Treat fun, a live band, face painting, a spooky photo booth, and lots of prizes to be won – including a brand new Samsung A05! Entrance costs R20 per adult and R10 for kids. Feel free to dress up in your favourite Halloween costume, although it’s not compulsory Contact Garth on 078 638 1540 for more information
WEDNESDAY5NOVEMBER
. Kraaifontein Library is hosting World Kindness Day at 10:00 Their knitting group will be donating handmade items to Huis Magdalena, and a representative from the organisation will join in on the day
WEDNESDAY12NOVEMBER
.The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence will be hosting a Drug Testing Workshop This one-day workshop will run from 09:00 to 15:00 and carries 5.5 CPD points. The cost is R1 200 per person, and the venue will be confirmed closer to the time
THURSDAY20NOVEMBER
.Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre will host its annual golf day this year again at Durbanville Golf Club The 4BBB Stableford will start at 11:00 The entry fee is R2 800 per four-ball or R700 per golfer Sponsorships are R700 per wet hole (snacks and drinks are welcome). All fees should be paid by Thursday 28 October to secure your booking Contact Rosabelle Riese on 081 497 4044 or 072 521 1160 (WhatsApp only) or by email to riese2608@gmail. com with enquiries.
SUNDAY30NOVEMBER
.Cape Town will once again light up the summer sky as thousands gather on the Grand Parade and along Adderley Street for the 56th edition of the Festive Lights Switch-On from 16:00
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R5 book sale held at Children’s Home
Come run or walk to make a difference
The In Touch Athletic Club of Kuils River
will host a special trail run and walk on Sunday 2 November at the Zevenwacht Wine Estate
The event aims to raise funds for 12-yearold Mason van Dyk, affectionately known as “Little Mason” Mason was born with Harlequin Ichthyosis (HI), an extremely rare skin disorder that prevents the skin from forming a protective layer and impairs vital functions He was the
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Hy moes vinnig ingryp, en kon met die hulp van verskeie rolspelers dit so bewerkstellig dat Quné se behandeling by die Rooikruis-hospitaal goedgekeur word, op voorwaarde dat die familie na die WesKaap verhuis
Die proses het sowat ’n week geneem om af te handel, en tyd het gedruk “Ons moes haar so gou moontlik in die Kaap kry, maar daar was nog ’n struikelblok in die pad,” vertel hy “Sy was te siek om te vlieg en kon dus nie met die Wings of Hope-vliegtuig vervoer word, soos beplan was nie ” Intussen het die paramedikus Kobus
first recorded case of HI in South Africa Doctors initially gave Mason just five days to live, but he defied the odds Despite ongoing physical challenges, his mental and intellectual development is normal Raising a child with special needs comes with significant financial strain Mason’s care is similar to that of a burn patient and must be provided 24-7 His prescribed creams and medical needs are costly All proceeds from the run and walk will go towards purchasing a special wheelchair to improve Mason’s comfort and mobility Registration can be done online via Entry Ninja or on race day from 06:15 at Zevenwacht Wine Estate The start times are: 15km at 07:00, 10km at 07:15, 5km at 07:30 Card payments will be accepted at registration Spring is in the air and families can also enjoy the 3km Moms and Tots Fun Walk starting at 08:00, a gentle trail around the dam perfect for little ones Entry is R70 for one parent (mom or dad) and two toddlers under the age of five Participants can look forward to a lucky draw, free wine tasting, and a 20% discount on wine purchases on the day . Contact Briggett on 082 856 3022 or Rudi on 082 081 4767 for more information.
teruggery om Quné veilig by die kinderhospitaal te besorg, waar die voorbereiding vir dialise die volgende dag begin het
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Kobus vertel die rit Kaapstad toe het goed afgeloop "Daar was nie enige komplikasies nie, en ons was in konstante kontak met haar dokter, wat baie behulpsaam was,” sê hy “Sy was die heeltyd wakker, en omdat ’n mens soms die vrees op haar gesiggie kon sien, het ons haar deurentyd belowe dat ons haar veilig in die Kaap gaan kry om haar gesond te maak Ons het gehelp want ons het die hulpbronne om dit te
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South Africa’s child protection system is under severe strain, with one of its most pressing needs being a critical shortage of dedicated safety and foster parents This is according to Jacques Voigt, a social worker at Badisa Trio in Kraaifontein.
“Without them, vulnerable children are placed further into an already overwhelmed system, where trauma deepens, processes break down, and hope becomes harder to find,” Voigt told TygerBurger last week
To raise awareness and rally community support, Badisa has organised a vital imbizo on Saturday 8 November, focusing on the life-changing role of safety and foster parents
Voigt says reports of child abuse and neglect remain alarmingly high, while social workers are burdened with caseloads running into the hundreds
“Most child protection offices face numerous challenges, such as limited resources, unsafe working conditions, and staff burnout,” he says
“In the midst of this, the need for a network of safety and foster parents is urgent ”
ALTERNATIVECARE
Safety parents provide temporary care for children removed from harmful environments while investigations are ongoing Foster parents offer longer-term care once a Children’s Court has finalised placement
“Every child needing alternative care should ideally be placed in a family environment,” says Voigt
“But when no biological relatives are available or willing, the lack of unrelated safety or foster families becomes a major issue
“With typically only one or two safety parents per office, children often end up in child and youth care centres that are already at full capacity,” he says
This, he says, pushes children deeper into the system, further from the possibility of family reunification and the chance to grow up in a home environment
Conversely, Voigt emphasises, safety and foster parents can offer children love, stability, and the support they need to begin healing
“Applicants must be screened and trained by a designated social worker and will receive ongoing support Financial assistance is provided through the Department of Social Development via care fees or a foster care grant ”
The imbizo will feature inspiring personal stories from current safety parents and practical guidance on the process of becoming one
Key child protection stakeholders including the police, Badisa, Child Welfare Society, Magdalena House, and the Department of Social Development will present on their services and how the community can support and access them
The event will take place on Saturday 8 November from 10:00 to 12:00 at NG Church Kraaifontein Moedergemeente, 136 Tenth Avenue, Belmont Park . RSVPs and inquiries can be sent to Jacques Voigt at 021 987 2940 or kraaifontein9@ badisatrio org.za by 5 November
The run will assist Mason van Dyk’s family to buy him a special wheelchair
Wie se skuld is die stad se verkeersprobleem?
“Mamma, opskud, ons moet nóú ry!”
Dis Maandag 06:40, die derde keer wat my seun my aanjaag Eintlik moes ons 10 minute gelede in die pad geval het om die ergste verkeer vry te spring, maar ek is te besig om die hond, met my regterskoen in sy mond, om die eetkamertafel te jaag Dis ook nie die eerste keer nie Gewoonlik mik hy vir ’n skoen (of sokkie) terwyl ek skaars een sokkie aan ’n voet het, maar vanoggend vind hy ’n ander gaping en gryp die skoen vinnig, reg onder my neus terwyl ek met die ander een se veters besig is “Mammmaaaa!” Dit help ook nie dat ons 14-jarige net so pedanties soos volwasse “Sheldon” (dink Big Bang Theory-faam) kan raak nie Maar, in dié geval is hy knaend met goeie rede die verkeer Die hoërskool is ongeveer 7 2 km van waar ons woon geleë aan die anderkant van die N1 Die ongeveer 2,5km vanaf ons huis tot waar ons die N1 oorgesteek het, neem enigiets tussen 20 en 45 minute, afhangend hoe laat ’n mens ry Slegs twee minute kan ’n groot verskil maak Dis nou ook as daar nie teëspoed langs die pad is nie ’n Ongeluk op die N1, ’n vragmotor wat onklaar geraak het, of selfs net ’n verkeerslig waarvan die oorslaantyd uit is, kan jou reistyd maklik met ’n uur verleng Klink belaglik, nê Maar dis die realiteit wat soveel ouers in die noordelike voostede in die gesig staar
As jou kind gelukkig genoeg is om by die hoërskool van sy keuse aanvaar te word, of in sommige se geval, net ’n plek in ’n skool kry, is dit die prys wat jy betaal ’n uur of twee in die oggendverkeer Week na week sien en hoor ek mense kla in briewe aan die koerant, op WhatsApp-groepies en ander sosiale media Die probleem raak ook nie beter nie Inteendeel, met al die woonstelblokke, dorpshuise en komplekse wat soos sampioene opskiet, raak die voertuie op die pad net meer
Iemand stuur onlangs vir my skermgrepe van twee e-posse die repliek van ons raadslid aan mense wat by hom oor die verkeersituasie gekla het In die een raak hy aan die beplande R300-verlenging, asook die tekort aan openbare vervoer In die ander word daar sommer ook na die ouers vinger gewys: “ die hoeveelheid voertuie en ouers wat aandring om individueel hul kinders skool toe te neem, is deels verantwoordelik ” Aandring? Ek sien rooi Dit is nie my keuse om elke oggend meer as ’n uur voor die skool begin my huis te verlaat en in die verkeer te sit nie Ek doen dit omdat daar geen alternatiewe is nie Noord van die N1 is daar geen treindienste nie, Gabs se roetes is beperk en die busse loop nie gereeld genoeg nie Die MyCiti-busdiens wat jare gelede vir die noorde belowe is, het nooit gerealiseer nie Dit los ons met die taxi’s, en hier is geen twyfel nie; my kind se veiligheid kom eerste! So dan ry ek maar eerder self Toe hy nog in die laerskool was, het ek en ’n ander mamma ’n saamryooreenkoms gehad Dit het uitstekend gewerk, tot hulle na verskillende hoërskole toe is Op wie se skouers rus die blaam? Ouers wat net die beste vir hul kinders wil hê? Ouers wie se kind ten minste ’n plekkie in ’n skool gekry het, al is dit nie om die draai van jou huis nie? Die tekort aan skole? Die gebrekkige openbare vervoer? Motoriste wat nie op die pad hoort nie? Verstedeliking? Paaie wat nie meer die verkeer kan hanteer nie? Paaie waarvan die opknapping vertraag word? Swak stedelike beplanning?
’n Wyse man het gesê, “bring vir my oplossings, nie probleme nie” Dalk is dit tyd dat ons minder vinger wys en kla, en eerder met oplossings vorendag kom
In my opinie is Kaapstad is ’n wêreldklas-stad ’n topbestemming met gebrekkige openbare vervoer Dan kry Durbanville boonop ook nog ’n lughawe
Dit is dus tyd vir die Stad Kaapstad om dringend in die noordelike voorstede in betroubare, gereelde openbare vervoer soos die MyCiti-diens te belê - CECILIA HUME
BRIEWE | LETTERS
Bunny crisis in Durbanville
Durbanville has sadly become a known dumping ground for domestic rabbits
In recent weeks, more than 24 abandoned bunnies have had to be rescued sterilised and cared for to prevent further breeding
Why this matters:
.Pet rabbits are domesticated animals, not wild They cannot survive on their own
.Many are run over by cars in neighbourhood streets
. They are easy prey and are attacked or eaten by dogs, cats birds – and even people
.Without care they get sick and die from untreated illnesses
.They suffer in extreme heat or cold, without proper water food and shelter
.Some people view them as pests, leading to them being poisoned or even shot
Dumping a rabbit is not only cruel it creates an end-
less cycle of suffering breeding and more abandoned animals
What you can do instead:
.Adopt don’t shop – and always sterilise your pets
.If you can no longer care for your bunny please contact a rabbit rescue or animal shelter as a last resort
.Rehome responsibly: post on South African bunny groups and rescue networks like Bunny Huggers SA and Bunnies South Africa
Abandoning your pet is not only cruel, it is illegal under the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962
Let’s protect our bunnies and stop the cycle of dumping in Durbanville
For emergencies or to seek help with rehoming by contacting Happy Hoppers Bun Club on WhatsApp at 067 409 9900 or email happyhoppers bunclub@gmail com
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Alle honde hoort aan leibande
Ek lees die afgelope twee publikasies van TygerBurger oor die hondeaanval in Bolandpark ("Hou aggresiewe honde op leibande"", 8 Oktober, en "Hou asseblief honde op leiband", 15 Oktober) Ek wil net graag my inset lewer en wil weet of sekere hondeliefhebbers beter as ander hondeliefhebbers is Volgens my kennis van die Stad Kaapstad se bywette moet alle honde in openbare plekke en parke en self op strande op ‘n leiband wees
Maak nie saak of dit 'n Jack Russell of rottweiler of bulterriër is nie Dit stel nie die persoon met die Jack Russell bo die wet om met sy of haar hond sonder n leiband te loop nie Baie keer gebeur dit dat honde met ander honderasse oor die weg kom, maar ek het al self gesien hoe honde hul eienaars beskerm teen 'n hond wat nie op 'n leiband is nie
Enige honde het die reg om homself of sy eienaars t b k S l id i i h ll h d
Taxi’s wat jaag in woonbuurte ’n gevaar
Ek is oningelig, maar dit voel verkeerd dat taxi's nou daagliks in woongebiede ry en die spoedbeperking oortree waar kinders speel en mense stap Is mense se oë net toe vir dit wat moontlik verkeerd is?
Hoekom doen mense met meer mag nie iets daaromtrent nie?
Of dalk mag hulle rondjaag in woonbuurt, dan vra ek om verskoning JACOBA HORN, Durbanville
boet word, maar daar word nie teen hulle opgetree nie Hulle staan nie eens agter 'n boom nie Ek sien hulle soms sommer op 'n sypaadjie staan en blaas leegmaak Dis hoekom dit op party plekke so sleg ruik
Die ander ding wat ek nie kan verstaan nie, is dat mense op enige plek spoeg Dis ook 'n gesondheidsrisiko Ek hoop regtig daar word spoedig opgetree teen hierdie openbare oortredings WONDER SOMMER, Parow
HEALTHCARE HEROES HIT THE TRACK: Over 40 frontline healthcare workers took part in the precursor of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon,on Saturday 18 October Saturday’s event included a 10 km Peace Run and various trail races.The team ran with purpose,aiming to raise funds for vital equipment needed for Groote Schuur Hospital’s new Emergency Centre,including ventilators,patient monitors,ultrasound machines,defibrillators,stretchers and lighting The upgraded facility will play a crucial role in improving emergency and trauma care across the Western Cape Sunday’s event was cancelled due to weather
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Excitement is building in Scottsdene
as the much anticipated My Cape Town Market is drawing closer Vendors who produce delicious food, handmade crafts, and other unique goods were invited by the City of Cape Town this week to apply for trading bays at the hosted market set to take place in Scottsdene over two days in December
On 6 and 7 December Joseph Avenue Park on the corner of Joseph Avenue and Buiten Crescent will be transformed into a vibrant market place for the community
This new market is aimed at being a celebration of community, culture and creativity
"The City is excited to bring My Cape Town Market to Scottsdene Not only are these markets fun and enriching events that bring communities together, but they also open up important economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs and traders," says James Vos, the City’s Mayco member for economic growth
"Neighbourhood markets have rightly become massively popular in recent years with locals looking to reclaim that sense
of community, and with visitors seeking out those gems that give them a taste of Cape Town I am proud to support these platforms that give up-and-coming entrepreneurs and creators the scope to re-connect with previous customers, build new relationships, boost economic opportunities and give locals a well-located market," he said to TygerBurger
OPPORTUNITYFORSMALLBUSINESSES
Grant Twigg, councillor for Ward 7, said he hoped that small business owners in the community would apply to be part of the market
"My Cape Town Market coming to Scottsdene for the first time is a wonderful opportunity for our local entrepreneurs and residents to come together, showcase our creativity, and support local businesses," says Twigg Applications for trading at the market
are now open, and will close on Friday 31 October at 15:00, with each trading bay costing R78 per bay/per day for the duration of the market
Application forms can be obtained:
. By filling in the form at the link here and emailing your completed application to MyCapeTown Market@capetown gov za; . at the Kraaifointein Office, Kraaifontein Civic, Brighton Road between 09:00 and 15:00 on weekdays; . at the sub-council offices, 87 Brighton Way, Kraaifontein, 7570, between 09:00 and 15:00 on weekdays; . at the Area Economic Development offices, 1st floor, 44 Wale Street, Cape Town, between 09:00 and 15:00 on weekdays
. For more information, contact MyCapeTown. Market@capetown.gov.za or phone 021 444 5583.
AUCTION
IN THE MAGISTRATE'S COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF CAPE TOWN SUB-DISTRICT GOODWOOD HELD AT GOODWOOD Case No. 80/2025
In the matter between: BELLA VISTA BODY CORPORATE EXECUTION CREDITOR and JEREMY CHRISTO DAVIDS IDENTITY NUMBER : 760214 5062 08 5 EXECUTION DEBTOR
NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION MOVABLE PROPERTY
In pursuance of a judgment granted by this Honourable Court on 17 OCTOBER 2024 and a Warrant of Execution issued thereafter, the undermentioned movable property will be sold in execution by the Sheriff of the Magistrate's Court of GOODWOOD at UNIT B5 COLEMAN BUSINESS PARK, COLEMAN STREET, ELSIES RIVER, WESTERN CAPE on THURSDAY, 06 NOVEMBER 2025 at 10h30 to the highest bidder for cash, namely:
1 x Audi A3 2.0 T (CA439-406) CONDITIONS:
1. The goods will be sold "as is"
2 The sale in execution is conducted in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 as amended, in pursuance of an order granted against the Execution Debtor for monies owing to the Execution Creditor The auction will be conducted by the Sheriff Goodwood, or his deputy Advertising costs (if applicable) at current publication rates and sale costs according to court rules apply
3 All bidders are required to present their identity document together with their proof of residence for FICA compliance
4 The purchaser/s shall pay to the sheriff the full purchase price in cash or by bank guaranteed cheque on the day of the sale DATED at BELLVILLE on this 17th day of OCTOBER 2025.
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Newly elected Western Province Bowls (WPB) president, Tony Harland, recently “rolled out” his executive’s battle plan to combat challenges facing the sport.
Harland’s speech kicked off the traditional celebratory official opening of the WPB 2025-26 season in the Durbanville clubhouse on Sunday 12 October the first since the Covid-19 pandemic Key among these issues are dwindling membership numbers and financial pressures
Harland is a former president of Durbanville Bowling Club (DBC), the biggest club in the Western Province and arguably the most
successful, financially and with achievements, on the greens He took over from Bellville’s Gerrit van Milligen, who had a four year stint
Harland’s two year appointment in August is an historic one: As far as can be established he is the first member of DBC (established in 1948) to be elected as Western Province president
The opening day is traditionally hosted by the home club of the incoming WPB president
OFFICIALOPENINGSEASON
Harland said: “I am excited about today It brings back part of an old tradition of the official season opening which fell away during Covid-19 ”
Delegates from 22 of the 32 WPB clubs (three not active) attended the ceremony
“We have received apologies from many clubs, who had other commitments It is impossible to accommodate everybody ”
Addressing financial challenges, Harland said the WPB executive have started with an overall review and redrawing of the budget
“I attended the Bowling South
Africa (BSA) AGM the week after our AGM The overall financial position was the main area of discussion Concern was raised over the depletion of reserves and immediate cost-cutting action has been taken "
He said WPB was in the same predicament with dwindling reserves the last three years
“This trend cannot continue, hence the review of finances
This exercise will be completed by the end of November,” he said
RELATIONSHIPS
Harland then addressed the sometimes tetchy issue of interrelations within WPB
“The harder part of the goals set is that of relationships As
an executive we need to ensure that everybody was on board to bring success both on and off the bowling green
“Many gaps were identified across the full spectrum of the bowling chain from executive level to standing committees to clubs and bowlers ”
Harland said membership numbers had been flat the last three years
“The issue with most clubs is not attracting new members but rather retaining members
"Are we getting close enough to our new members to make them feel part of the club?
“The perception of an ‘us and them’ must also be done away with ”
Young bowlers Thando Mraji (left) and Werner Langenhoven had the honour to roll the first bowls for the new WPB 2025/26 season.They both recently won gold medals at the Western Cape Envar Buys Junior Bowls Tournament in Gansbaai Langenhoven, of Kraaifontein Bowling Club,skipped the WP
