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PROJECT PUTS LAWYERS AT POLICE STATIONS TO STRENGTHEN CRIMINAL CASES

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er work with crime victims in the front line at Mitchells Plain Police Station often drives Malickah Schaffers to tears. The attorney, who has been working at the station as part of a new project aimed at bridging the gap between police stations and courts, has a passion for the job rooted in more than a decade of legal experience and being a Mitchells Plain resident. “The passion is very important. You have to have it. If you don’t have the passion it’s not going to work. So I know the people. I’ve grown here, I’ve been here and that is the reason why I also understand our people.” Schaffers has more than 16 years’ legal experience. She has experience with legal aid and corporate law, and is now with the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC). Her presence at Mitchells Plain Police Station is part of a project, which was piloted by the GI-TOC at Grassy Park Police Station. Funded by the R9 million the province has given the Mitchells Plain Safety and Development Forum (MPSDF), the project’s goal is to get the first step of the criminal justice system right — the police statement which, when done incorrectly, can cause serious cases to be thrown out of court. It was launched at Mitchells Plain Police Station on Tuesday 18 August, though it has been running at the station for a month already. HOW THE PROJECT STARTED Dr Mark Shaw, executive director of GITOC, said the pilot at Grassy Park Police

Station was funded by the Millennium Foundation, through GI-TOC, which also conducted an independent evaluation. The evaluation showed good progress in three areas: the quality of statements, engagement with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the body that decides whether cases should go to court, and training for front-end officers, the police officers who first deal with the public, Shaw said. He said the initiative was not the first of its kind, but prior attempts with newly graduated law students had not worked work well, so this project employed experienced lawyers instead.

deliberately, as expanding too fast could cause the project to fail. “There is no easy solution,” he said, adding that the system would succeed by building the rule of law. “The majority of cases related to gangs or criminal activity are dealt with at local police station level.” Mitchells Plain station commander, Brigadier Brian Muller, with Malickah Schaffers.

BUILDING TRUST Speaking at the launch on Monday 18 August, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde said the project is about building trust between communities and the police and improving the conviction rate, which is currently around 5%. He said that the multistakeholder, holistic approach the MPSDF is rolling out cannot function properly if trust remains eroded. HOPES FOR BROADER ROLL OUT Shaw said that GI-TOC has a vision of placing 300 lawyers in priority police stations, and that the Cloeteville station was next in line for roll-out. He said GI-TOC runs about 300 projects around the world aimed at building

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itchells Plain police have opened a murder case after an unidentified man was shot and killed in Tafelsig on Friday 14 August. Police spokesperson Capt FC van Wyk said the incident occurred about 10:55 on the corner of Laura Street and Fourth Avenue. According to reports the man had got out of a white Toyota Avanza to go to a spaza shop when a white Toyota Quantum pulled up in front of him. The people in the Quantum started shooting at the Avanza, Van Wyk said.

SHOOTERS GIVE CHASE TO FLEEING MAN IN TAFELSIG STREET Those still in the Avanza sped away leaving their fellow occupant outside the vehicle. He tried to flee and ran along Fourth Avenue, but the shooters pursued him and continued to fire multiple times until he collapsed and died. Van Wyk said anyone with information can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

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LAUREN O'CONNOR-MAY Tech equipment was stolen from Dennegeur Primary school during a breakin. The Strandfontein Community Policing Forum (CPF) is appealing to the community to alert police if they come across the stolen items. “We encourage residents not to buy stolen items, please,” a notice on the CPF's WhatsApp channel urged. It then listed the stolen items and their specs. “If you know or see anyone with these items please alert Strandfontein police.” Police spokesperson Capt FC van Wyk said a burglary was registered for investigation at Strandfontein Police Station. She said the school caretaker discovered the burglary on opening the school on Tuesday 11 August at 06:30. Western Cape Education Department (WCED) spokesperson Bronagh Hammond

said it is suspected the burglary had taken place on the night of 10 August and was discovered the following morning. “The perpetrators gained access to the deputy principal's office, from which a computer, printer and scanner were stolen. A quantity of refreshments intended for learners attending Saturday classes was also taken.” Hammond urged the community to protect schools. “We are disappointed by this criminal act, which ultimately impacts the resources available to support teaching and learning. The WCED urges members of the public to assist us in protecting school property and to report any suspicious activity at or around schools to the relevant authorities. For instance, the attempted resale of the IT equipment could result in an arrest if reported. We all need to protect our schools; they are assets to us all.”

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Springbok and All Blacks legends will come together for a special breakfast at at The Barnyard in Tyger Valley Centre. Former Springboks Steven Kitshoff, Breyton Paulse and Bakkies Botha will join former All Black Andrew Mehrtens for the SA vs All Blacks Legends Rivalry Breakfast. The four former internationals will share stories from their playing days and their experiences of the long-standing rivalry between South Africa and New Zealand. Fans will also have an opportunity to meet the players. If interested, send an email to cpolite@3cubemanagement.co.za to make a booking.

SATERDAG 29 AUGUSTUS Die NG kerk Bellville-Wes hou van 09:00 tot 13:00 ‘n basaar te 8ste Laan, Boston. Kom geniet boereworsrolle, jaffels, kerrie en rys, biltongpot, roosterkoeke, pannekoek, poeding, tuisgebak en ander lekkernye. Snuffel deur die "thrift"-mark, en maak 'n draai by die tombolatafel. Daar sal ook 'n inkleurkompetisie en ander gewilde speletjies vir die kinders wees. The Century City Winter Night Market transforms Century City into a glowing winter escape ﬁlled with live music, gourmet comfort food, artisan stalls and a very cosy atmosphere. The market runs from 16:00 to 21:00 at Intaka Island. Die NG Kerk Parke-gemeente in Kraaifontein hou vanaf 08:30 ‘n basaar op die perseel van die Laerskool Aristea in Kraaifontein. Daar is pret vir die hele gesin — kosstalletjies, speletjies en vermaak, padstal, geskenke, speelgoed, teetuin met musiek en vele meer. Skakel die kerkkantoor by 021 988 5340 vir meer inligting of besoek hul op Facebook by www.facebook.com/ngkparke.

SUNDAY 30 AUGUST Edgemead’s Largest Indoor Secondhand Market will be held at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive on from 09:00 14:00. Find bargains galore.

WEDNESDAY 2 SEPTEMBER All Saints Anglican Church in Durbanville is hosting a flower festival from Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 September in celebration of its 170th anniversary. The festivities will start with a church service on Wednesday 2 September, followed by daily floral displays until Sunday 6 September, when another church service will conclude the programme. Entry is free to the floral displays, while there are reflection and prayer spaces, music and moments of thanksgiving.

Seven arrested as City cracks . down on illegal street racing Traffic Services carried out an illegal street racing operation in Mitchells Plain on Saturday evening. Officers arrested seven people for drunk driving, three for reckless and negligent driving, and one for displaying a false licence plate. Three vehicles were impounded for taking part in illegal street races. Mayco member for safety and security, JP Smith, said it was satisfying to see the by-law changes take effect. “Retrieving their vehicles is a costly and time-consuming exercise — even more

so if it is linked to a criminal matter. Hopefully, this will make those scofflaws think twice in future about breaking the law and endangering the lives of others,” he said. An impoundment linked only to a by-law offence can be released immediately once a fee of R2 500 has been paid. However, if the vehicle is linked to a police case or criminal court matter, it must remain in the pound until the matter is finalised and a court order authorising the release has been received. The owner must also pay the impoundment release fee.

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER Visit the Cape Town Gem and Mineral Club's open day from 10:00 to 14:00 at 14a Goede Hoop Street, Bothasig. Entry is free. Come and learn more about the hobby of crystals, gems, and mineral specimen collecting, and related craftwork. Trawl the stalls, chat to our members and ﬁnd your special item. Plenty of off-road parking. Food available. All welcome, especially children.

TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER A Cancer Support Group meeting will be held at Adriaanse Library at 12:00. The group offers emotional support in a non-judgemental space, sharing of experiences and encouragement, practical information and resources, friendship, hope and faith as you don't have to face cancer alone. Everyone is welcome, whether you are newly diagnosed, in treatment, a survivor, or supporting a loved one. For more information about the meeting, phone Adriaanse Library on 021 444 2392.

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Christel House land bid open for comment

ublic invited to comment on proposed sale of 5,6 ha Strandfontein land to Christel House school The City of Cape Town is inviting public comment on a proposal to sell 5,6 ha of City-owned land at 80 Seafarer Drive, Strandfontein to Christel House South Africa. The organisation wants to expand its private school, which charges no fees. The City said the proposal was a chance to put a valuable piece of public land to good use while helping more children, from communities where needs are not being met, access quality education.

ABOUT CHRISTEL HOUSE Christel House South Africa is a wellestablished school that serves learners from vulnerable backgrounds. Its support goes beyond the classroom. It provides free education that follows the national curriculum, along with health care, meals, transport, emotional and mental-health support, family involvement as well as structured help with further study and finding work after learners have finished their schooling. For the City these are important points to weigh up when deciding whether public land can be used in a way that brings real and lasting value to people. “When we look at City-owned land we have to ask a very simple question: how can this asset best serve the people of Cape Town?” said James Vos, Mayco member for Economic Growth. “In this case we have an established educational institution proposing to invest in the expansion of a no-fee school that supports vulnerable learners, not only academically but also through health care, nutrition, transport, family support and pathways into further education and employment. “That is a significant potential benefit for the Mitchells Plain community, and it is one of the key reasons the City is making progress with the assessment of this proposal.” PUTTING PUBLIC LAND TO GOOD USE The proposed sale would allow a large school facility to be built and ensure the property is used and looked after over the long term. The benefits the City has taken into account include: giving more people in a community where needs are not being met access to quality school facilities

Man arrested for drug possession after tip-off More than a thousand units of drugs were confiscated during a raid in Bayview over the weekend. Police arrested a 45-year-old man on Sunday 23 August, for the possession of Mandrax tablets. The Western Cape Tactical Response Team raided a house in Nautical Close, acting on a tip-off, police spokesperson Sgt Wesley Twigg said During the search, police found 11 bags each containing 1 000 Mandrax tablets, 18 bags each containing 100 tablets, one bag containing 80 tablets and an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect is expected to appear in the Mitchell’s Plain Magistrates’ Court once he has been charged.

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COMMUNITY RESPONSE The Strandfontein Community Police Forum (CPF) welcomed the operation. The CPF chair Sandy Schuter said substance abuse remains a serious challenge for the community, directly fuelling crime, destroying homes and tearing families apart. The forum stressed that shutting down these drug operations is vital to restoring safety and stability to local neighbourhoods. The CPF is calling on the community to take an active stand by reporting suspicious activities. “We urge residents to forward information regarding suspected drug dens or suspicious activities happening in homes and in your streets,” she said.

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offering fully subsidised education to vulnerable learners and their families improving young people's chances of further study and finding work supporting broader social and economic development and helping to reduce poverty creating jobs during building and once the school is running drawing ongoing investment into the upkeep and use of the property “The City is not in the business of holding on to land simply for the sake of owning it,” Vos said. “Municipal assets must be managed responsibly and, where appropriate, unlocked to create tangible value for residents. This proposal is particularly compelling because the potential outcome is not simply a new development on City land. It is an investment in young people, in families and in the future of an entire community. “We have seen first-hand that when we make the right decisions about our assets, we can create opportunities that have a lasting impact on communities. That is the type of thinking we are applying here.”

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n a room usually used for police work, community builders came together on Tuesday 18 August to discuss a different kind of safety plan: helping the non-profit organisations residents depend on become stronger. Thirty-five local representatives left the Mitchells Plain Safety and Development Forum (MPSDF) session with practical tools to help them become more resilient, accountable and better able to respond to the needs of Mitchells Plain. WHY THE WORKSHOP WAS NEEDED The workshop, held in the Lentegeur Police Station’s main boardroom, was led by the Department of Social Development’s Institutional Capacity Building Unit, a team that helps organisations improve how they work. It covered how organisations are run, following rules and requirements, checking that organisations are properly set up, policies and procedures, applying for funding, running programmes, monitoring work, collecting evidence and reporting. The workshop was held because of lessons learnt during the MPSDF’s June/ July holiday programme. Several local organisations had trouble with funding applications, background checks and following requirements. Others struggled with planning programmes, budgeting, keeping records, monitoring and reporting. BUILDING FOR THE LONG TERM Wendy Abrahams of Advance Educkos Foundation, who leads the MPSDF’s violence-prevention work, said the workshop was about building

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organisations that could handle challenges beyond a single funding cycle. “Our aim is not simply to help organisations complete a funding application,” she said. “We want to help build NPOs that are properly governed, follow the rules, are confident and capable of delivering quality programmes over the long term. Strong organisations create stronger communities because they are better positioned to respond to local needs, protect vulnerable people and sustain their impact.” PARTICIPANTS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCE Berenice Roman of Eden Community Outreach for New Beginnings (ECOFNB) said the workshop was a huge help for NGOs, especially those that are struggling. She said she learnt about registering to become compliant and how to apply for funding. “I learnt a lot. This is something that is really needed in Mitchells Plain.” Roman founded ECOFNB, which is based in Eastridge, to strengthen families and reduce gender-based violence. “A lot of NGOs in Mitchells Plain are doing the same thing but are divided and working in silos. But what I learned is that we need each other.” Clovy Levendal of Still She Rise, based in Bayview, described the workshop as “fruitful”. Echoing Roman’s sentiments on compliance and funding, she said she was also interested to learn the difference between a non-profit company and a

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FOLLOWING THE RULES Special attention was given to the importance of local organisations being properly registered and keeping up the requirements needed to operate effectively and access funding. Organisations working with children and young people were also reminded of the importance of making sure staff and volunteers have the required security checks and clearances, as set out in the Children’s Act. The workshop made clear that following the rules is not just about getting funding. It is an important part of responsible community service, keeping people safe and being trusted as an organisation. The training also gave organisations knowledge that can help them when seeking support from the Department of Social Development, other government

UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA Participants were also encouraged to make sure their services understand trauma, recognising the impact that violence, loss and ongoing stress can have on residents, and making sure services promote safety, dignity, trust and consistent support. SUPPORT FROM THE MINISTER Provincial Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais welcomed the workshop. “Strong and capable community organisations are essential to building safer, more resilient communities,” he said. “I encourage all stakeholders to support the MPSDF in its ongoing efforts to strengthen local organisations, empower communities and make Mitchells Plain a safer and more resilient place for all.”

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he annual Youth Classical Concert celebrates its 55th year at Artscape on Saturday 5 September at 19:00. Twelve young classical musicians and singers who auditioned successfully will perform as soloists with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO), conducted by Brandon Phillips. Presented by Artscape and the CPO, supported by the City of Cape Town, the concert gives young musicians the opportunity to perform with a symphony orchestra on a professional stage. Audition candidates had to be bona ﬁde music students, perform at a high standard and reside or study in the Western Cape. The concert is a celebration of young musical talent, not a competition. The programme includes concertos by Ravel, Mozart, Shostakovich, Hofmeyr, Weber, Ibert, Khachaturian and Donizetti, with arias by Saint-Saëns and Handel.

SOLOISTS The soloists, aged between 12 and 22, include pianists Giorgia Ehlers (19) from Mowbray, Alexander McIvor (18) from Cape Town and siblings Xizhi Aiden Luo (15) and Weien Amy Luo (18) from Stellenbosch. Other instrumentalists are cellist Solange Rojas (22), raised in Lima, Peru, marimba player Kyrah Adams (20) from Paarl, clarinettist Benjamin Monvoisin (12) from Loevenstein, euphonium player Kumkani Kabane (20) from Cape Town and saxophonist James Cilliers (20) from Durbanville. Singers

Riaan Benadé tree op Woensdag 26 Augustus om 20:30 by Heroes Live in Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos van R240 tot R260 by www.heroeslive.net. Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show runs at Theatre on the Bay from 28 August until 18 October. Tickets from R295 at Webtickets. Highlights by WGRUV dance company is at the Homecoming Centre on Friday 28 August at 19:00 and on Saturday 29 August at 15:00. Tickets from R220 to R300 at Webtickets. Just Jokes is at the Homecoming Centre on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 August at 20:00. Yaaseen Barnes’ new stand-up comedy show celebrates the power of being silly. Tickets are R180 at Webtickets. Marion Holm bring haar vertoning Gryp elke GrasHolm na die NG kerk Kuilsrivier op Saterdag 29 Augstus om 18:00. Kaartjies is by Quicket beskikbaar. Wayne Bosch and Friends: Homecoming Celebration is at Artscape on Saturday 29 August at 19:00. A tribute to Cape Town’s lively jazz scene, and the launch of his debut album. Tickets R200 at Webtickets. Keenan Scott – Folk & Blues live – is at Ground Culture, Observatory on Tuesday 1 September at 20:00. Doors open at 18:30. Tickets R100 at Webtickets. Spring Symphonies at the City Hall: Resonance and Reﬂections is on Thursday 3 September at 19:30. Tickets from R210 to R495 at Webtickets. The University of Stellenbosch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Rik Ghesquière with Luc Ponet and Mario Nell (organ) performs at the Endler Concert Series on Friday 4 September at 19:00. Tickets are only available at Webtickets. The 55th Youth Classical Concert, hosted by Artscape in collaboration with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, is on Saturday 5 September at 19:00. Tickets

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are sopranos Phoebe Damons (20) from Bellville and Sinesipho Tokwe (19) from Observatory, and mezzo-soprano Lilitha Nkuku (20) from Goodwood. Each soloist receives mentoring from Phillips, resident conductor of the CPO, head of woodwinds at the South African College of Music at the University of Cape Town and conductor of the UCT ensembles. This year marks the 11th Youth Classical Concert he will conduct. Since the concert's inception, more than 600 young musicians have performed with the CPO. Many are now soloists or members of South African and international symphony orchestras and opera companies. Tickets are R100 for adults, R50 for pensioners, students and scholars, and R80 for block bookings of ﬁve or more. Book through Webtickets or Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695.

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FIVE MITCHELLS PLAIN SUBCOUNCIL MEMBERS HONOURED BY THE CITY of Cape Town. The criteria also recognise service to communities through community organisations before 1 February 1995, provided the required proof can be shown. The title of Alderman is conferred for life and recipients are presented with a lapel badge or medal with a neck ribbon at the ceremony. Other councillors were also awarded Aldermanship: Cllr Errol Anstey (Sea Point and Guguletu) Cllr Zahid Badroodien (Athlone) Cllr Chantel Cerfontein (Helderberg) Cllr Delmaine Cottee (Belhar) Cllr Grant Haskin (Lavender Hill, Muizenberg) Cllr Mercia Kleinsmith (Bellville) Cllr Phindile Maxiti (Khayelitsha and Milnerton) Cllr Siseko Mbandezi (Kraaifontein) Cllr Angus McKenzie (Bonteheuwel) Cllr Mzwakhe Nqavashe (Guguletu) Cllr Xolisa Peter (Khayelitsha) Cllr Paul Swart (Blaauwberg) Cllr Patricia van der Ross (Lotus River and Athlone) Cllr Beverley van Reenen (Ravensmead) Cllr Desiree Visagie (Delft and Kuils River)

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People on the streets are also human On a sunny winter's afternoon in Cape Town, it is easy to become absorbed in the beauty of the city. The blue skies, warm sunlight and busy streets can make it tempting to believe that everything is well. But on the streets, another reality exists: one that many people walk past without a second thought It is the reality of people living there. For many, the sight of someone sleeping under a bridge, sitting on a pavement or pushing their belongings in a trolley has become part of the city's landscape. We see them, but don’t really see them. We make assumptions about how they got there and, sometimes, we judge them. But perhaps the most important lesson is that we should not judge. People living on the streets have hopes, talents, friendships, memories and dreams. Their circumstances are different from ours, but their humanity is not. I recently wrote about Sally Roman, who has lived on the streets of Cape Town for more than 20 years. She arrived in the city as a teenager, hoping to find a better life. Her journey did not unfold as she had hoped. Yet, sitting on the Fan Walk in Green Point, with a pair of scissors in her hand, Sally is not defined by homelessness. She is a self-taught hairdresser. She loves children. She loved singing in her school

PEOPLE LIVING ON THE STREETS HAVE HOPES, TALENTS, FRIENDSHIPS, MEMORIES ...

choir. She describes herself as someone who gets along with everyone. What is equally striking is the bond she has formed with the people around her. Her friend speaks warmly about her after she cuts his hair. He is happy with the result, but his words reveal that the value of the interaction goes beyond a haircut. He describes Sally as a nice person who is always happy. These friendships remind us that people living on the streets build communities too. They look out for one another. They share stories, laughter and sometimes the little they have. They form genuine connections because, in a difficult environment, having someone who knows you, understands you and accepts you can mean everything. Life on the street is undoubtedly difficult. It can expose people to violence, hunger, illness, loneliness and uncertainty. But it can also create bonds that are difficult for those outside that world to understand. During Women's Month, Sally's message that women should support one another is particularly powerful. She speaks against the tendency to put other women down and calls for more love between women. Perhaps that message extends beyond women. We all need to ask ourselves how we treat people whose lives look different from ours. Compassion does not mean ignoring the challenges associated with homelessness. It means recognising the person behind the circumstances. It means understanding that not everyone chose to live on the street. For many, a series of difficult circumstances, limited opportunities, family breakdown, poverty or other challenges led them there. Sometimes, what a person needs most is not judgement, but a listening ear, a conversation, a meal, a kind word, a moment of dignity. We may not be able to change someone's life, but we can choose how we respond to them. Because the people on our streets are someone's friend, someone's parent, someone's child and above all, they are human beings deserving of love, compassion and dignity. - KAYLYNNE BANTOM

LENTE IS OM DIE DRAAI: Die eerste tekens van lente is oral sigbaar met sneeuwit blomme wat Blouberg ophelder. Die delikate blommetjies bring ’n vars, vrolike gevoel soos die nuwe seisoen begin. FOTO: COBUS GERMISHUYS

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Concern for plight of Rawsonville Thank you for I am writing out of deep concern for the community and local businesses of Rawsonville, a small farming town. Following the severe rain and ﬂooding across the province, the main bridge connecting surrounding farms and communities to the town centre sustained critical damage. It is currently closed to all vehicular traffic and accessible only to pedestrians. As a result, residents and farmers are forced to take a 60 km detour to reach the other side or travel all the way to Worcester to conduct basic business. Local business owners are suffering severely under these circumstances. Several have had to lay off staff, and some have been forced to close down entirely due to the drastic decline in foot traffic and trade. Despite political representatives visiting for multiple meetings, no practical repairs or relief efforts have begun to assist this farming community.

This situation imposes a massive ﬁnancial and logistical strain on everyone, forcing workers and residents to commute signiﬁcantly longer distances for work and daily necessities. It is disheartening to see both national and local governments leave a struggling community to fend for itself. Furthermore, I was informed that a local company offered to create a temporary crossing for cars to relieve the congestion, but was reportedly halted by a nearby mining company along the river (though I cannot independently verify this report). It raises a painful question: why must smaller, vulnerable communities suffer the most and wait the longest for emergency assistance? For anyone travelling in or near the area, please make a conscious effort to support our local businesses. JACQUES, E-mail

Traffic services need more visibility There are comments made by the mayor about being the best municipality in the country — with concern for the well-being, safety and security of the citizens of this city but it appears that the mayor and the senior official responsible for safety and security have a total disregard. Many letters have been written in the local Wednesday newsmedia regarding the disregard for stop signs, yield signs, red traffic lights, but there are no traffic police who spend time in the suburbs patrolling. There has been no evidence by the mayor or the senior official providing instructions to the traffic police, to apply the law, neither any mention of these lawless incidents are stated as key performance indicators. Visibility of traffic police is only evident when a road incident occurs and they arrive in their numbers, but during the normal daily traffic movement "they are out of sight, out of mind". The success of any organisation is determined when the most senior official in the business drives the company through KPI's down to the lowest level to ensure the desired results are achieved. At the City. Fines should be issued to a few citizens for disobeying, disregarding stop signs, yield signs, traffic lights and tailgating, and the message will soon have the desired effect. DISGUSTED, Uitzicht, Durbanville JP Smith, Mayco member for safety and security, responds: The City’s traffic service issues thousands of ﬁnes to motorists each month. As indicated previously, these statistics are available and traffic service reports are presented monthly at the subcouncil. Therefore, to claim there is little to no enforcement is disingenuous.

The efforts of the safety and security directorate to address the lawlessness on the roads are well documented. In addition, the City’s traffic service is now finalising the administrative logistics required for enforcement of the amended by-law recently gazetted. The amendments centre on the provisions for impounding vehicles and related penalties. Now that it has been gazetted, traffic officers are able to impound vehicles in a number of instances, including where the vehicle is being driven on a public road in a manner that is reckless and poses an immediate or imminent danger to the life of passengers, road users, or pedestrians. In the last year, between July 2025 and June 2026, the City’s traffic service recorded nearly four million offences. During the period, they made 2 767 arrests — up from 2 255 the year before. Drunk driving arrests increased by 32% from 1 619 in 2024/25 to 2 138. The Traffic Enforcement Unit recorded the following successes. A total of 20 deployments were held in Durbanville (9), Uitzicht (6), and Fisantekraal (5); a total of 1 143 fines were issued in Durbanville (658), Uitzicht (213) and Fisantekraal (272); and a total of 41 taxis impounded in Durbanville (23), Uitzicht (9) and Fisantekraal (9). The traffic enforcement statistics and the hundreds of thousands of complaints every year are key reasons why we introduced this by-law in the first place, and then spent three years working on even tougher amendments, to address the continued lawlessness on our roads, perpetrated by the motoring public and not just taxi drivers. I encourage residents to report reckless and negligent driving to the public emergency communication centre on 021 480 7700.

your kindness

Dear kind strangers, I hope this message somehow ﬁnds its way to the wonderful couple who paid for our meal at Wimpy Groot Phesantekraal Mall on Saturday morning 8 August. I want you to know how deeply touched I was by your kindness. At a time when I’m was struggling to walk because of my Parkinson’s Disease, your thoughtful gesture brought me comfort, dignity and a reminder that there are still people in this world who notice others and care. You did not just pay for a meal - you gave us a moment of warmth and encouragement on a difficult day. Your generosity meant far more than you could know, and I will remember your kindness for a long time. Thank you for showing such kindness to someone you didn’t even know. May the goodness you shared return to you many times over. With sincere gratitude, a grateful stranger. YVETTE MEYER, Buh-Rein Estate

The unsafe outdoors I read with a wry smile the letter about Saturday-night window shopping in Bellville. (TB 19/8) I too remember Voortrekker Road as the heartbeat of our weekends, the strolling, the chatting, the simple pleasure of looking before buying. But I must respectfully push back on one point. Online shopping is not the villain here. It is a tool, and like any tool, it depends on how we use it. Yes, a website cannot replace the warmth of a shopkeeper's greeting or the pleasure of browsing with a friend. But online shopping has also given elderly residents, people with disabilities and working parents access to goods and services they might otherwise never reach. It is not impersonal by nature, it is efficient. The real tragedy is not that we shop online, but that we feel unsafe outdoors. If we want our town centres back, we must ﬁght for them not merely mourn their passing. Bellville is not beyond saving. New developments, improved lighting, visible policing and community-driven initiatives can change the picture. The Brackenfell Business Improvement District has shown what organised community action can achieve. There is no reason Bellville's CBD cannot follow suit. The Valiant is long gone, and no website will bring it back. But neither will nostalgia alone revive a street. If every resident who remembers the good old days committed to visiting a local shop once a week, the difference would be visible within months. I share the longing. But longing without action is just a sigh. Let us shop local, support local and walk our streets again. carefully, yes, but deliberately. HAPPY SHOPPER, Brackenfell

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higher risk than other population groups. A simple PSA blood test could help detect prostate cancer early, when treatment is most effective. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa recommends that Black African men and men with a first-degree family history of prostate and/or breast cancer have an annual PSA test from the age of 40. For all other men, annual PSA screening is recommended from the age of 45. While less widespread, testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men aged 15–49, affecting approximately one in every 250 males. When caught early, it is

also highly treatable. EARLY DETECTION CAN SAVE LIVES According to CANSA, men aged 15–49 should perform a monthly testicular self-examination and consult a healthcare professional immediately if they notice any lump, swelling, or unusual change. The very message at the heart of the Hollard Daredevil Run for both prostate and testicular cancers is that early detection can save lives. A simple check today could make all the difference tomorrow. The official Hollard Daredevil Run takes place on Friday, 23 October at 15:00, with the official event taking place at at Zoo Lake in Johannesburg. Participants in Cape Town and elsewhere in the country can run anywhere – their own neighborhoods, schools, or workplaces. Entries are available at Hollard Daredevil Run — This Run Takes Balls at a cost of R200, which includes a couriered registration pack and purple Speedo. The campaign also encourages all South Africans to make a difference by donating directly through the Hollard Daredevil Run BackaBuddy page. Last year’s Daredevil Run raised R12 00 000. This year, Hollard is aiming even higher, calling on more South Africans to take part, donate, and help make an even greater impact. For more information, go to www. hollard.co.za/daredevilrun.

Social Development 1. The Department of Social Development, BellvilleLocal O�ice is requesting the biological father whereabouts unknown, to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. Z Van Wyk at 021 940 7104/7100 at 107 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon- Fri. He is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2016. 2. The Department of Social Development, Bellvillelocal O�ice is requesting Cristen Jamie-Lee Cornelius last seen in Fisantekraal to urgently contact the social worker, Mr. L. Maki at 021 940 7100/7107 or at 107 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon- Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2024. 3. The Department of Social Development, BellvilleLocal O�ice is requesting the biological father whereabouts unknown, to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. Z Van Wyk at 021 940 7104/7100 at 107 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. He is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2022. 4. The Department of Social Development, BellvilleLocal O�ice, is requesting Petula Ford last seen in Belhar to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. W. Witbooi at 021 940 7100 or at 107 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2012. 5. The Department of Social Development, BellvilleLocal O�ice, is requestingShaandre Gelddenbloem last seen in Belhar to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. W. Witbooi at 021 940 7100 or at 107 Voortrekker Road, Bellville, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2011. 6. The Department of Social Development, Delft Local O�ice is requesting Mezel Wagenaar last seen in Delft to urgently contact the social worker; Mr. S. Nofuma at 021 483 7955 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood during o�ice hours (07H30 – 16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2025. 7. The Department of Social Development, Delft Local o�ice, is requestingSonia Sitela, last seen in Delft, to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. F Mourrats at 021 4837931 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of two male children born during 2014 and 2015 and two female children born during 2019 and 2023. 8. The Department of Social Development, Delft Local O�ice is requesting JoydiPietersen last seen in Belhar to urgently contact the social worker; Mr. S. Nofuma at 021 483 7955 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwoodduring o�ice hours (07H30 – 16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2024 9. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Tasley Buckley last seen Goodwood to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. F. Rabie at 021 483 7948 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. He is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2012. 10. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Ndileka Siphokazi Xaluva last seen in Elsies River to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. J Petersen at 021483 7905 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2015. 11. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Camia Amos, last seen in Goodwood, to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. N. Samuels at 021 483 7902 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2018 and a female child born during 2020. 12. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Melikaya Matthew Mthamzeli last seen in Goodwood to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. N. Samuels at 021 483 7902 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2018. 13. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Monique Swartz last seen in Elsies River to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. J Petersen at 021483 7905 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2023.

14. The Department of Social Development, Elsies River Local O�ice, is requesting Vanessa Hamilton, last seen in Milnerton to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. Madikazi at 021 483 7944 or at 18 Goulburn Street, Goodwood, during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born 2011 and a female child born during 2014. 15. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice, is requesting Lusanda Qokela, last seen in Dunoon, to urgently contact the social workers, Mr. S. Mzukwa at (021) 832 0759 or at No.2 Loxton Road, Milnerton mall, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2011. 16. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice, is requesting Lavas Salaka last seen in Dunoon to urgently contact the social workers, Mr. S. Mzukwa at (021) 832 0759 or at No.2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2019. 17. Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting Chevon October, last seen in Delft to urgently contact the social worker, Ms. L Mqamelo at 0218320733 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2019. 18. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting Thumeka Tsoliwe, last seen in Milnerton to urgently contact the social worker, Ms L Mqamelo at 0218320733 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2011. 19. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting Nompulelelo Msindo last seen in Milnerton to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. N. Mazeka, at 021 832 0746/30 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2025 and a male child born during 2019. 20. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting for Khuselwa Mbaba,last seen in Milnerton, to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. N. Mazeka, at 021 832 0746/30 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2017. 21. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting for NoziphoNgqayibana and Panado Mpana, last seen in Milnerton to urgently contact the social worker, Mrs. N. Mazeka, at 021 832 0746/30 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. They are allegedly close relatives of a male child born during 2017. 22. The Department of Social Development, Milnerton Local O�ice is requesting for the biological mother last seen in Milnerton to contact the social worker, Mrs. N. Mazeka, at 021 832 0746/30 or at No. 2 Loxton Road, Milnerton during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a male child born during 2023. 23. The Department of Social Development, Langa local o�ice is requesting Saadiqah Adriaanse and Mogamat Schroeder last seen in Bonteheuwelto urgently contact the social worker, Ms. M Williamsat 021 815 8446 or at C/O Bennie & Harlem Street, Nomzamo Building, Langa during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. They are allegedly close relatives of a male child born during 2007 and a female child born during 2009. 24. The Department of Social Development, Langa Local O�ice, is requesting Claudine Daniels, last seen in Bonteheuwelto urgently contact the social worker, Ms. M Williamsat 021 815 8446 or at C/O Bennie & Harlem Street, Nomzamo Building, Langa during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of male child born during 2012. 25. The Department of Social Development, Langa Local O�ice, is requesting Khaironessa Bharoochi last seen in Bonteheuwelto urgently contact the social worker, Ms. M Williamsat 021 815 8446 or at C/O Bennie & Harlem Street, Nomzamo Building, Langa during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2019. 26. The Department of Social Development, Langa Local O�ice, is requesting Georgina Groschi last seen in Bonteheuwelto urgently contact the social worker, Ms. C Ntimba at 021 815 8446 or at C/O Bennie & Harlem Street, Nomzamo Building, Langa during o�ice hours (07H30-16H00) Mon-Fri. She is allegedly a close relative of a female child born during 2023. NM10070181-AL190826

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COKE CUP EXCITEMENT MOUNTS Imtiyaaz Ruiters of Hanover Park FC, in blue, gets tangled in a tackle with Tasrique Moosa of Quemic FC (Delft) in the penalty box during a SAFA Cape Town Coke cup round 32 match played in Langa on Sunday 24 August. “Die Brasse van die Park’ executed a polished performance to advance to the next round of the knockout competition with a 5-1 victory. PHOTO: RASHIED ISAACS

PRIMROSE RFC CELEBRATES 130 YEARS

Club hosts family festival AVRIL FILLIES rimrose RFC is celebrating 130 years on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August at the Primrose Rugby Sportsfield in Loch Road Kenilworth with a family festival. The festival caters for young and old and besides the stalls the highlight will definitely be the Old Boys match on Saturday. The club is synonymous with Rushdi and the late Saait Magiet and both represented the club in rugby and cricket. According to Mymoena Bey, one of the organisers of the festival, the format of the celebration will be in the form of a family festival. “If you are familiar with the old Mardi Gras at City Park in the eighties and nineties, we want to create the same vibe. Vendors can buy stalls where families can come and shop or just enjoy the atmosphere to their hearts content,” she says. Vendors will sell food, clothing, toys and so much more. Family friendly carnival

OLD MARDI GRAS THEME rides, live entertainment and kids treasure hunts will form part of the festivities. “Seniors can participate in their own Olympics or in an Amazing Race where their geography skills will be tested. Others who are adrenaline junkies can enjoy San Circus. The Old Boys will dust off their togs and show the current players how it should be done in Super League A, where Primrose is currently competing,” she says. There is also an opportunity to showcase your talents, whether it is singing or dancing and all the young and not so young crooners are invited. Mini-rugby and tag rugby will compliment the Old Boys encounter and everyone is welcome. Tickets are R20 for adults and kids under five enters for free. On Saturday 29 August the gates open at 09:00 until 21:00 and on Sunday from 09:00 until 17:00. No cash will be accepted at the gate. You can contact Mona Bey on 071 446 7746.

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