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Ná byna drie dekades hang die hoof van die Tygerberg-kunssentrum in Du Toitstraat, Parow, eindelik haar hoed op.
Fransonette Swart, sentrumhoof, tree einde Augustus ná 28 jaar diens by die sentrum uit
TygerBurger het verlede week met haar gepraat in haar kantoor waar sy van die hoogte- en laagtepunte gedeel het
Die sentrum vier vanjaar ook ‘n belangrike mylpaal, sy 50ste bestaansjaar
“Ons het vroeër vanjaar ‘n geleentheid hiervoor gehou, waarna alle oudstudente, hoofde en onderwysers genooi is,” sê sy Sy noem ook dat van die oudstudente by die sentrum al internasionale toekennings vir hul werk ontvang het, en dat ‘n hele paar van hulle ‘n loopbaan uit kuns geskep het
Die kunssentrum bied visuele kunste en ontwerp as skoolvak aan vir leerders van skole waar dié vak nie noodwendig aangebied word nie, of skole waar daar nie die kapasiteit is vir ‘n agtste vak nie
Onder visuele kunste kan studente kies uit fotografie, teken of skilder Onder ontwerp kan hulle kies tussen illustrasie, keramiekwerk, drukkuns, tekstiel- of juweliersontwerp
Die studente by die sentrum verskil nes die vakke
“Daar is diegene wat talentvol is, en dan ook die wat kuns as ‘n vak wil uittoets Daar is ook studente met leerprobleme, aan wie kuns ‘n praktiese oplossing bied Ons het oulike kinders,” sê Swart
“Daar is diegene wat talentvol is, en dan ook die wat kuns as‘n vak wil uittoets.Daar is ook studente met leerprobleme,aan wie kuns‘n praktiese oplossing bied Ons het oulike kinders.
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doen en kuns daar ook toepas, sê Swart
“Ons idee is nie dat ‘n kind hier uitstap en ‘n kunstenaar hoef te word nie; dit is om jou menswees te kan uitleef ” Vir Swart het die kunswêreld ook vroeg reeds ‘n betekenisvolle rol gespeel Sy onthou hoe sy as kind altyd mal was oor die kunsklas, “Ek het die kunsklas ná skool skoongemaak Dit was die hoogtepunt van my week, want daardie jare was daar elke week kunsklas ” Sy het dit op hoërskool ook as vak geneem en onthou ook hoe sy as kind onderwyser gespeel het en dat sy ‘n passie vir boeklees gehad het “My werk is vir my baie lekker,” sê sy Swart sê sy het ‘n passie vir die kunsteenige vorm daarvan
By die sentrum kry die studente kreatiewe vryheid en word hulle leiding aangebied As ‘n kind hier uitstap, en hy of sy wil ‘n ingenieur word, kan hulle dit
In 1997 is sy die pos as hoof aangebied Sy het in 1990 begin as deeltydse onderwyser en uit dié pos haar hoofskap ontvang, sê sy Sy het ook as kunsopvoeder vroeër jare by ‘n skool in die Paarl gewerk Swart het haar kwalifikasies in die onderwys verwerf en haar loopbaan by ‘n skool in Springbok in die Noord-Kaap begin Sy het die grootste deel van haar loopbaan by die kunssentrum deurgebring, ‘n gebou wat sy sê oor die jare aansienlik verander het
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Fransonette Swart,hoof van die Tygerberg-kunssentrum
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THURSDAY7AUGUST
. A free workshop will be hosted at Kraaifontein Library at 15:00, offering educators and interested community members a practical introduction to using ChatGPT in education. The session will cover key topics such as: understanding what ChatGPT is and how it works, tips for effective prompting, creative ways to use the tool in daily teaching, tools for lesson planning, quiz and worksheet creation, assistance with marking and personalised feedback, and guidance on the ethical use of AI in an educational setting. For more information, contact Kraaifontein Library at 021 444 1066 or email Kraaifontein library@ capetown.gov.za
FRIDAY8AUGUST
. The Durbanville Wine Valley's much-anticipated Taste of Terroir annual red wine showcase will be presented from 17:00 to 20:00 at Loch Lynne Wine Estate outside Durbanville Each ticket includes the opportunity to taste red wines from nine Durbanville producers, live music by Emile Swiegers and three seasonal canapés by Kos Kouture caterers. Book tickets at R300 per person via Quicket
SATERDAG9AUGUSTUS
. Die Brackenfell Forum bied aan "Koffie uit jou kan" in die Rusoord-saal in Dennegeurstraat om 10:00 vir lede van die gemeenskap om saam te kuier Kaartjies beskikbaar teen R150 per persoon. Besprekings: Alta by 083 967 9493 of Letitia by 082 879 5383. . Cape Welsh Choir presents Why we sing a concert showcasing the rich diversity of this unique male voice choir This event will be boosted with appearances by renowned local soprano Lara Basson and a barbershop quartet, the Welsh Rarebits, drawn from members of the choir The concert starts at 19:00, at Erin Hall, 8 Erin Road, Rondebosch. Tickets cost R100 and are available through Quicket Refreshments will be available at the interval. For any further information, please call Steve Broekman on 083 701 5867
SONDAG10AUGUSTUS
. Die Wild Buggers Beach Buggy-klub kom weer bymekaar vir ´n pretrit, getiteld Nick & Ellie se Rit, by te woon. Die groep ontmoet om 08:30 by die Engen Winelands langs die N1-snelweg en vertrek stiptelik om 09:00 Die konvooi sal die Stellenbosch-vliegklub besoek asook die Franschhoek-pas, en in Botrivier middagete geniet Die rit eindig in Gordonsbaai. Bel Kleyn by 083 650 7679 met navrae
VRYDAG15AUGUSTUS
. Solidariteit Helpende Hand Wes-Kaap bied 'n gholfdag ten bate van studiefondse aan by die Kuilsrivier-gholfklub Vierbal-inskrywings kos R3 500 E-pos Lizé Theron by LizeT@helpendehand.co.za met navrae Bespreek by https://tinyurl.com/ylh84otp
MONDAY18AUGUST
. The South African National Council on Alcoholism and drug dependence (Sanca) will host an in-person Drug Testing Workshop – Testing for Drugs and Alcohol will be held at the Bellville Library from 09:00 to 15:30 This one-day workshop is open to professionals and is especially beneficial for social workers who can earn CPD points for attending. The fee is R1 200 To register, please contact Reinette Brand at 021 945 2099 or email bellville@sancawc.co.za
WEDNESDAY20AUGUST
. Join (Sanca) on an online Brief Intervention and Basic Counselling Training via Microsoft Teams, taking place over two days on 20 and 21 August, from 09:00 to 15:30 each day This training is ideal for social workers and other professionals in the field, with CPD points available The fee for the two-day session is R1 700 To secure your spot, contact Reinette Brand at 021 945 2099 or email bellville@sancawc.co.za
SATURDAY23AUGUST
. An unforgettable Flamingle morning of inspiration, laughter and connection is presented at the fundraising Ladies Event of Durbanville Children's Home with Mel – Die Storieverteller The event is being presented at Mistico Equestrian Centre in Paarl from 10:00 Tickets are R600 per person or R6 000 for a table of 10 people It includes a welcome drink, goodie bag, entertainment and a light three-course meal. For the dress code, "think floral, bold and bright". Contact Louise at dch@dchome org.za or 083 399 0372 (Whatsapp only) to book your ticket
. The Egyptian Society of South Africa meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month from January to November at 19:30 at St George’s Grammar School, Richmond Road, Mowbray Visitors are warmly welcomed at R30 per lecture, with refreshments available for R10 Annual membership costs R135 and includes a quarterly journal, SHEMU, as well as access to a library of over 550 books, magazines, DVDs, and reference materials. Contact Joseph Koetsier at 084 774 3972 or email sherab.koetsier@gmail.com
Schooltransfer requestsopen
Parents and caregivers wishing to apply for school transfers for the 2026 academic year will be able to do so until Monday 18 August
This application period opened on Monday 4 August and applies to learners currently enrolled in Grades 2 to 7 and Grades 9 to 12
Applications can be submitted online via the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) website
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Provincial education department spokesperson, Bronagh Hammond, said transfer applications can also be submitted directly at the school the learner is seeking to transfer to, or at the relevant district office
Parents applying will need the following supporting documents:
The learner’s most recent school report; A copy of their ID, birth certificate, passport, study permit, proof of application for documentation, or a sworn police affidavit; and Proof of address or a police affidavit
Parents who have not used the online admissions system before must first register on the platform Once registered, they can proceed with the application Video tutorials and step-by-step guides are available to assist on the WCED admissions website
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Parents have until 18 August to apply
Take note that schools can only capture applications for their own institution, but the online system can capture applications for multiple schools
Parents or caregivers must fill out the WCED application form, which can also be downloaded from the website Applications and supporting documents may be handed in at schools, or parents can enquire with the school about submission via e-mail (on the WCED form only)
GRADER,1AND8APPLICATIONS
Schools are currently finalising placements for Grades R, 1 and 8 by confirming placements for children on their waiting lists This process is ongoing Parents who have not yet applied for these grades for the 2026 school year are urged to contact their district office as soon as possible Although the online portal is closed for late applications, support is available via the department’s call centre . Contact the WCED call centre on 0861 819 919 Visit https://wcedonline westerncape.gov za/admissions for more information.
Portretkompetisie by Tygerberg-kunssentrum
Die wenners van n portretkompetisie is verlede Dinsdagaand by die Tygerbergkunssentrum in Parow aangewys
Die drie wenners in die kompetisie is Johanné Loedolff (eerste), 'n gr 9-leerder by Life Artspace, Lewis van Hoof (tweede), 'n gr 8-leerder aan die Bridge House
School in Franschhoek en Danelle Lakay (derde), 'n gr 8-leerder aan die Hoërskool Vishoek
Die beoordelaars van die kompetisie was Fransonette Swart, sentrumhoof, Tiaan van Deventer en Richard Kilpert Kilpert het ook die openingtoespraak gelewer
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Die sentrum het in ‘n stadium sy ingang gedeel met die onderwyssentrum, en die agterste deel van die gebou was aanvanklik eers kleedkamers, onthou sy Die oorspronklike ingang was in Timmermanstraat, maar dit is verander Daar is oor die jare nuwe planne opgestel, rondgeskuif, afgebreek, gebou en reggemaak, sê Swart Kleedkamers en toilette is in kantore omskep - alles tot voordeel van die kunssentrum
“In ‘n stadium is al die koper van die dakke afgesteel, wat veroorsaak het dat die dakke gelek het Die reënwater is in bakke opgevang, maar die dakke is ook herstel,” onthou sy Die departement van onderwys het net voor die Covid-19-pandemie die gebou verder opgeknap
“Ons het in dié tyd klasgegee in die gange - byna ‘n jaar lank Die plafonne is vervang en die asbesdak is uiteindelik verwyder ”
Nuwe kragdrade is aangebring, asook ‘n waterspuitstelsel ‘n Nuwe skool, die Tygerberg STEM Akademie, word vandag ook daar gehuisves
Swart beplan om haar aftrede saam met haar man te geniet en beplan om deur die wêreld te reis
Die egpaar het reeds meer as 40 lande besoek en het pas uit Portugal, Spanje en Marokko teruggekeer
“Ek dink die sentrum kort nuwe bloed Ek laat die sentrum in ‘n goeie toestand, sê sy Swart beplan om nog betrokke te bly by die kunswêreld en beoog om steeds klas te gee
Die wenners is (van links) Johanné Loedolff (eerste plek),Lewis van Hoof (tweede plek) en Danelle Lakay (derde plek)
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TygerBurger word uitgegee deur WP Media en is deel van die Novus Media-groep
Man(52)in bedrogaan
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’nVoormalige polisiebeampte en lid van Community in Blue, 'n inisiatief deur die polisie, het onlangs daarin slaag om 'n vermeende bedrieër te help vastrek en sodoende ook sy gesteelde gasbottel teruggevind nadat dit glo deur die verdagte gesteel is Willem Botes, 'n inwoner van Parow, het verlede week vertel hoe die verdagte tot 12 gasbottels by 'n plaaslike nieregeringsorganisasie gesteel het Soortgelyke voorvalle is glo ook in Stellenberg en Brackenfell aangemeld, sê hy Die verdagte doen homself glo voor as ‘n werknemer van ‘n kerkorganisasie “Hy neem dan die gasbottels en sê hy sal dit volmaak en dat hy dit maandeliks sal doen Hy gaan haal die gasbottels, belowe om dit te vul en terug te bring, maar dit gebeur nie,” verduidelik Botes Twee nie-regeringsorganisasies in Parow is glo deur die man op hierdie wyse bedrieg
Polisie ondersoek moord op vermiste man
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Twee mense het Maandag vir die tweede keer in die Atlantis-landdroshof verskyn in verband met die moord op Malcolm Pather (41) van Richwood, Bothasig Pather is vroeër vandeesmaand as vermis aangemeld en TygerBurger het verlede week daaroor berig (“Soektog na vermiste man duur voort”, 23/7)
Hy het op Sondag 13 Julie vermis geraak en is laas gesien toe hy sy woning in sy BMW verlaat het
Volgens die Wes-Kaapse polisie is hy twee dae later op Dinsdag 15 Julie deur sy swaer as vermis aangemeld Inligting oor sy verdwyning is wyd op sosiale media gedeel
Luidens mediaberigte is die twee verdagtes wat tans in die hof verskyn vir die verdwyning en moord, geïdentifiseer as Stacey Lee Hector (39) en Wade van Reenen (39)
Hulle het vir die eerste keer op Woensdag 30 Julie in die hof verskyn Eric Ntabazalila, woordvoerder van die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag (NVG), sê die saak is tot Maandag vir ‘n borgtogaansoek uitgestel
“Nog ‘n beskuldigde is by die dossier gevoeg,” sê hy
Die inhegtenisneming van die eerste twee verdagtes volg nadat die Melkbosstrandpolisie op Maandag 14 Julie in kennis gestel is van ‘n brandende liggaam agterop ‘n reeds uitgebrande voertuig langs die Ou-Mamre en Darling-pad in dié gebied Die lyk, wat onherkenbaar verbrand was, is glo dié van Pather
Die polisie het alle leidrade opgevolg op bewysstukke wat op die misdaadstoneel gevind is en ‘n moontike persoon van belang is geïdentifiseer, sê kapt Frederick van Wyk, polisiewoordvoerder
Hy sê die vrou is aanvanklik op Vrydag 25 Julie vir ondervraging ingeneem, maar is in die hospitaal opgeneem kort ná ‘n vermeende selfdoodpoging Die manlike verdagte is Maandag 28 Julie deur speurders verbonde aan die Melkbosstrand-polisie in die Kaapstadse landdroshof in gehegtenis geneem, sê Van Wyk Hulle word van moord aangekla Van Wyk sê bykomende klagtes sal bygevoeg word ná oorlegpleging met die
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Sumi Singh, a self-published author living in Goodwood, has turned her lifelong passion for storytelling into a powerful creative outlet A journey that began with childhood journaling and a love for romance novels has now evolved into a published series, with readers as far as the United States and India discovering her work.
“I was born in Kimberley, and after completing primary school, my family relocated to Pretoria, where I finished high school,” she recalls “At 18, I was appointed as a sessional worker in Pretoria and Cape Town for a minister in Parliament during the historic year of 1994, when Nelson Mandela became president ” In 1995, Singh married her husband, from Pretoria, and they later settled in Cape Town, where they raised their two daughters and built a life in Goodwood While juggling work and family life, Singh continued to write first in private journals and then later, full-length novels
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“Romance novels captured my attention early on, and it’s the genre I chose to write in,” says Singh Her published works Sydney’s Boxer and Fighting for Fame form part of the Youngblood Series Both novels can be read as standalone stories and are available as e-books on
Amazon com Paperbacks can be purchased directly from her by emailing admin@sumisingh com “The idea for Sydney’s Boxer didn’t come to me immediately,”
Singh explains “It showed up as synchronicity I was steered in the direction of boxing, and the characters took shape from there At the time, I knew nothing about boxing It was daunting, but I watched countless boxing movies, attended matches, and even trained briefly That novel explores themes of grief and courage Fighting for Fame, on the other hand, deals with chasing dreams and the impact fame can have on relationships ”
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Self-publishing, Singh admits, hasn’t been without its challenges “It’s not for everyone,” she says “Balancing a full-time job while writing during late nights and weekends was tough You also have to outsource everything editing, formatting, cover design which is usually handled by a publisher Time management is critical But if done right, you can produce a high-quality story that readers enjoy ”
Her message to aspiring writers is clear: "Don’t let fear or doubt stop you Yes, the process is timeconsuming and finding the right collaborators is hard but it’s all possible with resilience and belief The reward of completing and publishing your work is truly life-changing "
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Sumi Singh with her romance novel,Sydney’s Boxer
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In a vibrant showcase of rhythm, unity and cultural pride, South Africa has officially smashed the Guinness World Record™ for the Largest Marimba Ensemble in the world
A total of 1 178 marimba players from across South Africa and Zimbabwe gathered at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World on Sunday 3 August to perform a 10-minute medley of Waka Waka and Jerusalema – more than doubling the previous record of 505 held by Guatemala
The event was a collaboration between Cape Town-based non-profit Marimba Jam, and GrandWest, who sponsored the full cost of the production An official adjudicator from Guinness World Records flew in from London to verify the count and authenticate the attempt
For Marimba Jam founder Kiara Ramklass, t
a record attempt – it was a powerful statement about South Africa’s potential
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“Our marimbas are tuned in C major –you can’t help but feel happy when you hear them,” she said
“But this is about more than music It’s about crossing socio-economic divides We had private schools, township schools, rural schools – all on one stage It’s a loud, joyful message of ubuntu ”
Ramklass has spent the past decade championing marimba music as a tool for empowerment and unity
In 2018, she led 241 girls in an unofficial t, but lacked the
resources to make it official Now, with GrandWest backing the event, her dream has finally become reality
Players ranged in age from 8 to 62, and came from over 70 schools and institutions, representing every province in South Africa and two schools from Zimbabwe Some teams travelled thousands of kilometres one group flew in from KwaZulu-Natal right after their matric dance, while others loaded their instruments onto trucks from Durban and Johannesburg
Despite only meeting on the day of the performance, the ensemble performed flawlessly
“It was electric,” said GrandWest General Manager Mervyn Naidoo
“The performers had only just met, yet played in perfect harmony It was an unforgettable moment in South African music history ”
From early morning marimba demos and djembe drumming workshops to VR
band Goodluck, DJs and emcee Carl Wastie
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Every participant received a Guinness World Records medallion handed out by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and MEC for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie Naidoo added: “When people come together with a shared purpose, incredible things happen This record belongs to every person who showed up and gave it their all ”
Although different numbers were circulated by various sources, GrandWest confirmed the official figure as 1 178 participants – now etched in the Guinness World RecordsTM books as a proud South African achievement
booths and live art installations in the Market Hall, the event buzzed with energy After the official announcement, the celebration continued with a performance from South African
The total number of marimba players that helped smash the record at GrandWest
Premier Alan Winde and Ricardo Mackenzie, Western Cape MEC for Cultural Affairs and Sport
Layla Essop,Kiara Ramklass and Chrissy Dyers,SED Officer at GrandWest
City billing going digital as of 31 December
As the City of Cape Town's eBill deadline approaches, residents are urged to send their account numbers and contact details to the City sooner rather than later
The looming 31 December deadline marks a major shift in the City's billing system, from traditional postal deliveries to a fully digital platform From this date onwards all municipal accounts will be sent exclusively via email, ensuring quicker, more efficient communication with residents
In a statement to the media Mayco member for Finance Siseko Mbandezi today said the City is on a mission to reduce the number of accounts, both residential and commercial which are printed and sent via the South African Postal Service
"All residents need to do is send an email or SMS with both their account number and email address to request an emailed account before 31 December
2025," he said
"It's quick and easy, and residents can enjoy the convenience of their account being sent directly to their inbox
“And if residents don't have an email address there's no need to worry The City will ensure that all account holders with no email access will still receive their account They, or a loved one, are advised to contact the City's Call Centre so we can assist them "
Mbandezi said more than 475 000 Capetonians had already made the move to eBilling . For emailed bills simply send an email with your account number and email address to Revenue.Eservices@capetown.gov.za or an SMS to 31223. Customers without email accounts are requested to contact the City's Call Centre at 0860 103 089 or visit its nearest Customer Interaction Centre
Counterfeit Lego confiscated
Counterfeit Lego games worth R1,5 million were confiscated earlier this week during a search operation by the police at a premises in Darwin Park industrial area outside Durbanville
According to Capt Frederick van Wyk, spokesperson for the provincial police, members of Western Cape Provincial Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Policing Team, as well as members of Essential Infrastructure Task Team and Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, executed a search warrant at the premises in Evolution Crescent on Wednesday 30 July
Representatives from Oversheds Sutherland, the brand protector of Lego games, and brand managers were also present during the operation
"Counterfeit Lego games to the value of R1,5 million were confiscated No arrests have been made A case docket was
opened at Durbanville police for further investigation," Van Wyk says "The Western Cape police remain dedicated in the fight against counterfeit and illicit goods by ensuring that counterfeit and illicit items are removed from society," he says
Mothergunned downonR300 sparksoutcry
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Apolice investigation into the senseless murder of a woman who had stopped on the side of the road on the R300 is ongoing.
The 41-year-old mother of three had reportedly stopped along the road to change a flat tyre when she was shot dead last Saturday night
As she finished up at around 20:20 she was shot dead in her car
Police officers who attended the scene found her slumped over the steering wheel with a gunshot wound to the neck
"The victim was declared dead on the scene by the paramedics," Sgt Wesley Twigg, provincial police spokesperson, related "The motive for the attack is being investigated No personal belongings were taken The suspects fled the scene and have yet to be arrested "
This latest incident on the notoriously dangerous highway has heightened concerns over an ongoing safety-andsecurity crisis on Cape Town’s roadways
Transport and crime data reveal that the R300/N2 corridor has become a hotspot for violent crime such as stone throwing, robberies and shootings, despite its importance as a primary route to the
airport The incident has sparked renewed urgency for immediate security upgrades on what many consider Cape Town’s most dangerous roads
In another case, on Sunday 13 July, a woman was injured when her vehicle was hit by a concrete block on the stretch of the N2 highway known as the "Hell Run"
The incident occurred on Sunday 13 July, just before the Borcherd's Quarry Road turn-off, at Nyanga A female passenger was injured when the block was thrown at the moving vehicle, striking the passenger side She and her husband were en route from Somerset West to Cape Town International Airport when the attack occurred
In a statement to the media Mayco member for safety and security in the City, JP Smith, said a dedicated deployment of new metro police officers come September will enhance safety along this critical N2 highway route . Anyone with any information about the abovementioned murder can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously
A search warrant was executed at the premise in Evolution Crescent in Darwin Park on Wednesday 30 July.
Newfilmexposesoffshoreoilrisks
Anew South African short film Spoiled has premiered at a high-level workshop in Cape Town this week This marine-focused event unpacked the findings of the Wildtrust driven project highlighting the environmental, social and economic risks of offshore oil and gas in South Africa.
The film carries an urgent call to protect South Africa’s rich and irreplaceable marine heritage from the growing threat of offshore oil and gas exploration It weaves together the stories of coastal communities, activists, scientists, and traditional fishers who are standing up to one of the greatest environmental and social threats facing the country’s oceans today
Presented by non-profit organisations Wildtrust and The Green Connection, and produced by Love Africa Marketing, the film takes viewers along the rugged coastline of the Northern Cape and the culturally rich Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape
At the heart of the film lies a simple truth: around 90% of South Africa’s oceans are at risk The film uncovers the cracks in the system that allow international oil and gas giants to exploit these waters, including flawed Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), a lack of meaningful public consultation, and the leasing of the ocean without community consent
“There’s not enough effort being made to explain to people what the advantages and disadvantages of, or the impact of offshore oil and gas will be on coastal community livelihoods and on the ocean,” says Neville van Rooy, community outreach coordinator for The Green Connection "All they usually do, is paint a beautiful picture by telling people about jobs, which they know will get peopleespecially when they hear it from government officials ”
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Featuring deeply personal interviews with local fishers, activists, youth and community leaders, the film explores themes of justice, environmental degradation, and resistance “It’s almost as though my heart has been called to it That is why I can say with pride that I love the ocean and will do anything in my power to protect it,” says Chanel Jaar, who started the Environmental Traits Youth Organisation in Port Nolloth - a small town along the coastline of the Northern Cape
Their testimonies paint a picture of what is at stake: biodiversity, food security, coastal heritage, and ultimately the survival of future generations
“Look at Mexico, for five years now they’ve been struggling to get that oil spill cleaned That community is suffering Look at Nigeria; their fishermen are suffering Their boats are lying high and dry, never touching the water because there’s no more water, it's oil,” adds Walter Steenkamp, chair of the Fishing Co-operative for Aukotowa Fishers in Port Nolloth
“However, this isn’t just a story of destruction,” says Lauren van Nijkerk, Wildtrust campaign s director “It’s a story of hope Spoiled is a tribute to the everyday heroes who are defending their livelihoods, their heritage and the sea itself ”
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The film goes a step further by encouraging greater public involvement in pushing back on the offshore oil and gas application processes As part of its call to action, viewers are directed to an interactive platform available at www stopthespoil co za, where several active offshore oil and gas applications - their status in process, public participation
g g our ocean space living on this platform, giving the public an opportunity to have a ‘one-stopshop’ to make informed decisions and get involved in stakeholder consultation that ensures every South African has a say in how our oceans are utilised ”
The launch of the film comes at a critical time for South Africa, as environmental and climate justice organisations wait in anticipation for the release of our country’s Integrated Energy Plan (IEP) The IEP is a national roadmap that aims to shape how South Africa produces, distributes, and consumes energy in the coming decades It seeks to balance the country’s energy needs with environmental sustainability, economic growth, and social justice
“Operation Pakhisa, which means ‘hurry up’, was South Africa’s idea of pushing for a Blue Economy, but the system is just wrong because it assumes that the ocean is just there to exploit for economic gain,” says van Rooy
“It doesn’t take into account the inherent value that an ocean would have in terms of ecosystem services, in terms of heritage, culture and that such an ocean feeds thousands of families around the coast of South Africa ” Van Rooy adds that “all alternative energy solutions have their pros and cons, and we need to make sure that people are not worse off when the Integrated Energy Plan is implemented ” In February 2023, Wildtrust unveiled a groundbreaking oil spill model for South Africa, a first-of-its-kind aimed at showing the real-world risks of offshore oil operations, using a proposed ultra-deep drill site off Durban, KZN Developed with partners from the University of Cape Town, Nelson Mandela University, and international experts in ocean modelling, the model reveals that shoreline contamination could occur in as little as three days along the east coast The fast-flowing Agulhas
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KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA Environmental activist and founder of Save a Fishie (SAFi), Zoë Prinsloo, has officially launched her debut children’s book, The Fishie That Got Saved a heartwarming tale that captures the humble beginnings of a movement that has since made waves in ocean conservation Zoë, well known for her tireless beach cleanups and educational outreach, says the inspiration for the book stems from a story she’s been telling at cleanups for years “I’ve always loved sharing the story about SAFi about how I found a little fish trapped in a plastic packet when I was 15 It was a small act of kindness that sparked something much bigger People, especially kids, are always captivated by this moment, so it felt right to put it into a book ”
The Fishie That Got Saved tells the origin story of Save a Fishie, tracing Zoë’s personal journey from that pivotal rescue to building a passionate environmental movement The book not only introduces readers to SAFi, the organisation’s beloved fishie mascot, but also carries a larger message about kindness, resilience, and the power of small actions to make meaningful change
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While designed as a children’s storybook, Zoë says the book is for anyone who wants to learn about the origins of SAFi, support ocean conservation, or simply find a dose
Current would transport oil large distances, hindering predictions of where oil would reach the shoreline, complicating clean-up efforts The model indicates that a blow-out spill on the East coast could result in the need for beach clean-up operations as far away as the West coast The minimum time for oil to shoreline impact could be as little as three days for the East coast of South Africa, and within about 10 days for the South coast and 30 days for the West coast The results highlight what civil society has long feared, the risks of oil and gas exploration in South African waters are not theoretical, but rather they are imminent and potentially catastrophic “If we remain complacent, we risk losing not only our coastline, but our ability to shape a future that values life over profit,” adds Jaar
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of inspiration “It’s for all ages young readers, families, and even adults who want to know more about what drives our mission ” The Fishie That Got Saved is priced at R120 and is available for purchase online via the Save a Fishie website (https:// saveafishie co za/product/the-fishie-thatgot-saved/) Supporters can also buy copies at any of the organisation’s beach cleanup events or from their eco-shop in Paarden Eiland, which is open on Tuesdays Zoë hints that this is only the beginning “This is the first in a series of SAFi’s ocean adventure stories, each focusing on different environmental challenges We also have an exciting eco-themed activity book coming soon, so there’s lots to look forward to ”
Founder of Save a Fishie (SAFi),Zoë Prinsloo, officially launched her debut children’s book,‘The Fishie That Got Saved’
‘Spoiled’short film highlights ocean threats.
‘Empower her resilience’ with Robin Pieters
Hosted by Robin Pieters, Empower Her Resilience celebrates women with musical entertainment and uplifting storytelling from a number of artists and speakers who will share their stories and wisdom
The annual event takes place in the Grand Arena at GrandWest on Saturday 9 August from 20:00
“This is a tribute to you – the women who embody strength, grace, and unwavering resilience,” says Pieters, a 34-year-old entertainer from Plumstead who started his career as a back-up singer for stars such as Alistair Izobell, Claire Phillips, Sasha-Lee Davids, Karin Kortje and more
. Tickets are available between R135 and R300 from Webtickets.
Anafternoonof
choralmusic
The Boston ChoirFest returns for a third edition on Sunday 10 August at 16:00, hosted at the Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium in Parow
This year’s event promises an uplifting afternoon of music featuring four local choirs, an international guest ensemble, and a talented musical duo Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Tygerberg High School Boys’ Choir—nicknamed the Tygerberg Mafia—brings award-winning energy under the leadership of baritone Barend van der Westhuizen.
The choir has earned multiple medals at eisteddfods and won their category at the ATKV Applous Competition for three consecutive years.
Also performing is the Heavenly Sound Youth Choir founded in 2016 in Philippi E t d directed
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Local pride will be on display with the Totius Primary School Senior Choir, which, under Jade Paige and Hannelie van Niekerk, reached the final round of the 2025 ATKV Applous Competition for the first time
International guests the Boston City Singers, from Massachusetts, USA, bring a global perspective on their 2025 Global Voic T
The Boston ChoirFest is hosted at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium in Parow
Robin Pieters
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JOFOURIE
JO FOURIE@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
In die koue wintermaande van Junie en Julie vanjaar, toe sneeu, wind en koue reën die Wes-Kaap beetgepak het, het iets besonder warm gebeur –nie net in temperature nie, maar in harte.
“Ons Hemelse Vader het ons geseën met donasies van pragtig gebreide artikels, klere, ligte eetgoed, kontant en verskeie donasies deur die publiek,” vertel Linda Louw, die dinamiese koördineerder van ‘n inspirerende breiprojek, wat al vir jare hoop bring aan kinders wat trauma beleef het
Louw, wat die projek hanteer van die Jabulani- en Jubileum-aftree-oorde, is trots om te sê dat hierdie winter se skenkings hulle in staat gestel het om meer as twee bakkievragte vol liefde en sorg oor die Wes-Kaap te versprei – met die hulp van Ronel de Jager en die hofbeamptes van die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag
Die breiprojek het egter nie net kinders se liggame warm gemaak nie, maar ook hul siele “Die hofbeamptes bevestig die blydskap en geluk wat hierdie kinders ervaar wanneer hulle iets ontvang,” sê Louw “Hul holkolle verdwyn met die eetgoed wat hulle kry Ons is Jesus se hande en voete – mag Hy hierdie werk seën en die sekondêre trauma en angs by ons kindertjies verlig ” Agter hierdie inspirerende werk staan
‘n vrou met ‘n diep begrip van die werklikhede waarmee kinders in die hofstelsel te kampe het Ronel de Jager, afgetrede senior staatsaanklaer met 39 jaar diens, was in 1993 die beheeraanklaer in die Parow-streekhof toe met Suid-Afrika se eerste spesialishowe vir seksuele misdaad begin is “Ek het gou agtergekom dat kinders honger by die hof aankom, of dit nou vir 'n konsultasie is of om te getuig,” sê De Jager In 1994 het sy begin om iets te ete aan kinders te gee – 'n klein handeling wat 'n groot impak gemaak het Sy het vriende gevra om 'n bietjie ekstra in hul inkopietrollies te sit: tweeminuutnoedels, sop, pap, en ontbytstafies
Wat as ‘n klein poging begin het, het vinnig gegroei – nie net in kos nie, maar ook in sagte speelgoed en klere vir kinders wat soms met geskeurde klere by die hof opdaag Die doel was om hul waardigheid te herstel en dit 'n bietjie makliker te maak om teen 'n oortreder te getuig
In 2021 het De Jager vir Linda Louw ontmoet, wie sy vandag beskryf as ‘n “formidabele vrou” wat vurig was om betrokke te raak Aanvanklik het Linda saam met drie tot vier vroue gebrei, maar die projek het gegroei tot 44 bejaarde vroue wat nie net bere en komberse nie, maar ook truie, mussies, handskoene en kosbare geskenke met liefde vervaardig
“Hierdie vroue het weer ‘n doel in die lewe gevind,” sê De Jager “Dit is
Marlene leads health drive
Marlene le Roux, CEO of Artscape and an outspoken advocate for women living with disabilities, has been named ambassador for #DoekWithADifference - a project of Pink Trees for Pauline (PTFP) who formed a collaboration with the Cancer Alliance, a collective group of cancer control nonprofit organisations recently Le Roux s ambassadorship will officially be launched at the Artscape Women’s Day Festival, that honours women’s resilience, creativity and strength
“Traditional head wraps (iDhuku) have long been associated with that of African cultures and worn for cultural, religious or fashion reasons The style of how it’s worn around the head differs from culture to culture We are looking forward to seeing all women from all cultures living in South Africa embrace this initiative which celebrates their confidence and strength,” said Le Roux
This joint initiative between PTFP and Cancer Alliance will bring the powerful symbolism of the "doek" or
headwrap to communities across South Africa celebrating cultural pride while amplifying a shared call for health equity
South Africa’s rich cultural fabric is interwoven with traditions such as the wearing of "doeke" (headwraps) a practice that reflects dignity, identity and heritage
This campaign embraces that symbolism to raise awareness of the urgent need to eliminate cervical cancer, a disease that is entirely preventable yet still claims the lives of at least 16 women every day in South Africa one every 67 minutes, said Salomé Meyer, director of the Cancer Alliance
As part of this collaboration a percentage of proceeds from #DoekWithADifference sales will support the Cancer Alliance’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme, contributing directly to advocacy, education and prevention efforts
This campaign aims to inspire conversation, spark community action and unite women across all backgrounds in the fight against cervical cancer
PAKKIE NOEDELS KAN ‘N GROOT VERSKIL IN ‘N KIND SE LEWE MAAK
sielsvoedsel vir hulle En vir die kinders is dit ‘n oomblik van vreugde, liefde en erkenning van hul menswaardigheid ”
Die behoeftes is egter steeds groot Met die toename in gerapporteerde gevalle van seksuele misdrywe teen kinders, bly daar ‘n voortdurende behoefte aan speelgoed, klere en voedselpakkies
Meer as 20 spesialishowe in die WesKaap, insluitend Vredendal, Vredenburg,
Worcester, Goodwood en Kaapstad, ontvang hierdie donasies wat deur die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag versprei word "Ons smeek gemeenskappe om betrokke te raak
“Elke bydrae maak 'n verskil Jy weet nooit watter kind se lewe jy verander met 'n eenvoudige pakkie noedels of ‘n sagte beer nie "
Hierdie projek word aangepak met die doel dat God die werk seën en die sekondêre trauma en angs by die kinders moet verlig, sê Linda Louw
Artscape CEO,Marlene le Roux
THINKING
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IFWE,ASWOMEN,CANNO LONGERBETRUSTEDTOCARE FOROURCHILDREN,WHAT HOPEISTHEREFORTHE FUTUREOFOURSOCIETY?
11-year-old son
A Johannesburg mother was arrested after a video was circulated on social media showing her allegedly encouraging her son to smoke drugs
I am in no position to judge any of these women; I don't think any of us is They, like everyone else, will have receive their just deserts on judgement day, when we all leave this earth
But if we, as women, can no longer be trusted to care for our children what hope is there for the future of our society? What possible crime could these children have committed that was so heinous that they needed to be killed?
A four-year-old, who should be nurtured and loved, now knows a life of drugs
This is not what those brave women marched for when they went to the Union Buildings in 1956
I'm sure they are crying wherever they may be beyond the grave, speaking to us from eternity, from history, urging us to do better, to honour their legacy with courage, unity and integrity
This may be precisely what we need; the wise words and voices of our grandmothers, mothers, aunts speaking to us
Perhaps in our pursuit of freedom and independence as young women we've stopped listening, stopped listening to the wisdom of those who came before us, to the hard-won lessons of struggle
As we live and walk through each day of this month may we take one another s hands again
Too often, we women are quick to cast aspersions, pass judgement, throw insults and tear one another down, and forget the strength we have when we stand together
Let's make news headlines, but for the right reasons, lift one another up, break barriers, lead with grace and stand united -KAYLYNNEBANTOM
BRIEWE / LETTERS
Selfgeskepte gemors
Dit is onverstaanbaar dat die bestuur van Jack Mullerpark so min konstruksie-kennis het dat hulle al 10 jaar sukkel om die waterprobleem by die noordpaadjie op te los Vir enige probleem behandel jy nie die gevolge nie, maar die oorsaak Baie duisende werksure en rande is oor die jare gespandeer om die paadjie te "herstel", terwyl die probleem lê by die verstopte waterafvoerpype wat die water deur dreine moet weglei Hulle vererger dit selfs deur syferwater wat van die N1-kant af vloei, na die pa-
adjie toe te herlei, alhoewel water altyd afwaarts loop
In hulle jongste, langdurige poging, maak hulle weer die paadjie reg sonder om die wegvoerpype en dreine van onder af oop te maak (met bv 'n toiletpypontstopper)
Met al die geld wat hulle sover gemors het, kon hulle al die paadjie en die hele stelsel vervang het met groter pype Hulle kon ook die breë wespaadjies gesement het, want dit bly ongelyke koffieklip, terwyl die binnepaadjies (wat minder gebruik word) sement is WAARNEMER,BELLVILLE
Gaan rente op belastingstaat na
Beide my eggenote en ek het minimale vastetermynbeleggings by dieselfde bank wat ons sedert 2017 opgebou het
Op die vervaldatum van ons beleggings - onderskeidelik in vroeg April en Mei vanjaar - het ons die kapitaalbedrae plus rentes vir n verdere vastetermyn van twaalf maande teen ` n sekere rentekoers per jaar herbelê
By ontvangs van ons beleggingsertifikate is vasgestel dat die jaarlikse rentebedrae, soos getoon op die beleggingsertikate oor slegs n tydperk van 364 dae bereken is Ons is steeds via e-poskommunikasie met die bank
besig om die foutiewe rentebedrae reggestel te kry
Verstommende redes vir die foutiewe berekeninge word voorgelê, maar dit is nie vir ons aanvaarbaar nie
Dis geringe verliese aan rentes wat betrokke is, maar die beginsel van die saak is dat foute gemaak is wat reggestel moet word Voorgaande is bedoel as waarskuwing aan beleggers om te verseker dat die rentebedrae op hul beleggings soos verstrek op hul beleggingsertifikate wel korrek bereken is Indien nie, besoek dringend die plaaslike tak van u bank
GERTBRAND,MELKBOSSTRAND
A cashier who cares
I'd like to compliment Likho a cashier at Checkers Hyper in Fairbridge Mall, Brackenfell I recently moved to Brackenfell from Zeekoevlei in the southern suburbs I felt very "homesick" not knowing the northern suburbs at all and missing my family Checkers Plumstead was my shop and then I went to Checkers in Fairbridge for the first time, feeling low I got to the till and this guy was so friendly making jokes and making me feel somewhat accepted into a "new" I left the shop feeling better than when I entered Every time I go to this Checkers I'd specifically look for him Saturday, at a family function, I was sharing this story with friends and family Today I once again got that joyous laughing and jokey interaction with Likho I would love for Checkers to acknowledge this young man He's not just a staff member or cashier or worker for him to make me a customer feel so uplifted and happy in a time I really needed it
He's going way over what's expected of him I told him today that he is an asset to the company I pray that God bless him abundantly and grant him success and a bright future in Jesus name MELISSALAW,BRACKENFELL
City plan lacks detail
My comments on the 2050 Cape Town Long Term Plan (LTP) A "plan" it is not, a wish list at best
A plan contains details, such as projects by name and location, time frame, budget details
It is a document drawn up by someone with a low education level and certainly without project planning training and experience
Ek wens ouers (ja, klem op ouers) wil leer bestuur Dit voel deesdae asof ek die meeste padvarke rondom skole teëkom Ouers wat nie weet kinders te voet kry voorkeur by 'n zebrastreep nie Nog minder weet hulle om nie op die zebrastreep, of die zigzag-strepe voor en ná dié padkruising vir voetgangers, te parkeer nie En 'n toegeeteken mense, dit
beteken nie sit voet in die hoek nie! Parkeer op rooi lyne, en huise rondom die skool se opritte Die lys gaan aan Het die samelewing regtig só ongeduldig en selfsugtig geraak? Herhaalde versoeke van die skool en dreigemente om die verkeersdepartement in te roep, help ook niksESTHER,DURBANVILLE
It does not address one of the worst conditions that Cape Town’s commuting residents live under: the ever worsening traffic without any meaningful control in sight To think that a bit by bit improved rail system and cycling will substantially correct the current conditions is wishful thinking
Come 2050 and this administration will produce another such wish list unless meaningful serious thinking is applied now by well qualified, knowledgeable and experienced people Otherwise this whole "plan" is greenwashing at best PETERSMULIK,RUGBY
PARKS RANGERS HONOURED: Rangers were honoured as“custodians of South Africa’s natural and cultural heritage”during national World Ranger Day celebrations held at Table Mountain National Park on Thursday 31 July In the picture the SEAM Team and K9 Unit showcase their skills and strength in protecting South Africa’s wild spaces.
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BRENDEN RUITER@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
In die tweede afdeling van 'n reeks oor bendes gesels TygerBurger met ds Llewellyn MacMaster, die voorsitter van die Cape Crime Crisis Coalition (CCCC) oor die oorsake van bendegeweld en wat gedoen kan word om dit hok te slaan. MacMaster sê die CCCC is diep bekommerd oor die aanhoudende
DIE HELE GEMEENSKAP MOET SAAMWERK OM BENDEVERWANTE MISDAAD TE PAK
van morele waardes ook 'n bydraende faktor in die groeiende bendeprobleem "Gemeenskappe is onder druk, gesinne is verskeur en daar is 'n gebrek aan rolmodelle en morele leiding vir die jeug Die geskiedkundige en 'inter-
word en veilige en anonieme meganismes moet in werking gestel word om die vrees van informante die hoof te bied
KOMMISSIEVANONDERSOEK
“'n Kommissie van ondersoek na bendes en georganiseerde
bewerkstellig nie
"Kerke, moskees en ander geloofsgemeenskappe, skole en gemeenskapsorganisasies moet morele waardes aktief herstel deur opvoeding, mentorskap en geestelike vorming Hierdie
morele opbou kan nie weer alleen net in die hande van die staat gelaat word nie Dit behoort ook alle staatsaanstellings in te sluit
Almal van ons moet ons deel bydra tot die morele heropbou van ons land Uiteindelik is die misdaadkrisis nie net 'n polisiëringsprobleem nie; dit is 'n staats- en samelewingskrisis,” sê MacMaster
