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GIFT IN HONOUR OF LATE AUTHOR OFFERS LIFELINE

R3m donation for animals KAILIN DANIELS

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R3 million donation in honour of the late author Wilbur Smith has brought Cheryl-Lyn’s Rescue Organisation halfway towards buying its own permanent sanctuary. But with millions still to raise, the future of nearly 200 rescued animals hangs in the balance. For the dogs and cats at Cheryl-Lyn’s Rescue Organisation, the sanctuary is more than a place to sleep, eat and play. It is a place of safety for animals that have endured neglect, abuse and abandonment, offering them the chance to recover and enjoy a better life. Founded by Cheryl-Lyn Potgieter in 2015, the organisation rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes vulnerable animals across Melkbosstrand, Table View, Milnerton and surrounding areas. It currently cares for about 180 dogs and 14 cats, all depending on the sanctuary for food, shelter, medical care and a safe place to call home. WILBUR SMITH Now, a remarkable R3 million donation has brought new hope to Potgieter and her team as they work towards securing a permanent future for the animals in their care. The gift, made in honour of celebrated author Smith, represents a significant milestone in the organisation’s fundraising efforts. It puts CRO halfway towards its goal of purchasing the farm it currently occupies. However, the rescue still needs to raise at least another R3 million, as well as cover legal fees, to secure the property. With the farm facing an auction, the organisation is appealing to the public, businesses and animal lovers to help close

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the gap before it is too late. A GIFT THAT BRINGS NEW HOPE The R3 million donation has given the organisation renewed hope at a time when the future of its sanctuary remains uncertain. The late Smith, known for his novels inspired by Africa’s landscapes, history and wildlife, leaves a fitting legacy through a gift that could help protect animals in need. For CRO, the contribution is about more than reaching a fundraising milestone. Securing the farm would give the organisation a permanent base from which to continue its work, without the ongoing uncertainty of potentially losing the property that houses its animals. The vision is to establish a permanent farm sanctuary with comfortable, modern kennels and secure play areas where the dogs can move around safely. The property would also include incomegenerating activities to help support the organisation’s operations and make the sanctuary more financially sustainable. While the donation has brought that vision closer to reality, the rescue cannot yet celebrate a secure future. The remaining funds must still be raised, and the organisation is calling on supporters to help turn this significant contribution into a lasting home for the animals. NEARLY 200 ANIMALS DEPEND ON SANCTUARY Behind the fundraising campaign are hundreds of individual needs, from daily meals and clean bedding to veterinary treatment and rehabilitation. TO PAGE 2

Cheryl-Lyn Potgieter with one of her furry friends.

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Near miss for pilot . and passenger . KAILIN DANIELS light aircraft made a successful emergency landing on an open field in front of Atlantic Beach Estate on Otto du Plessis Drive in Melkbosstrand on Monday 19 October. Both occupants were reported to be in good condition. The Cessna 175, registered ZS-CMS, came down along Otto du Plessis Drive, prompting a response from emergency services and local security personnel. Rihan Kleyn of Atlantic Aerodrome told Nova News both occupants were in good condition following the landing, although one had sustained a sprained finger. “The two occupants were in top shape, except for one sprained finger, which was being seen to by the Atlantic Beach security team,” Kleyn said.

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Distribution A total of 29 000 copies of TygerBurger Table View are distributed every Wednesday in the following areas: Blouberg Rise, Blouberg Sands, Bloubergrant, Bloubergstrand, Big Bay, Table View, Flamingovlei, Duinefontein, Melkbosstrand, Van Riebeeckstrand, Koeberg, Atlantic Beach, Parklands, Sunningdale, Sunridge, West Beach, West Riding, Sunset Beach, Sunset Links & Killarney Gardens. TygerBurger het 13 verskillende uitgawes vir die volgende gebiede: Bellville, Durbanville, Parow, Goodwood, Brackenfell, Kraaifontein, Kuilsrivier, Milnerton, Table View, De Grendel, Tyger Valley, Eersterivier/Elsiesrivier/Ravensmead en Mitchells Plain. TOTALE VERSPREIDING: 264 000 For any distribution complaints phone 021 910 6500 or email verspreiding@tygerburger.co.za

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FROM PAGE 1 Since opening in 2015, CRO has worked to help animals that have been neglected, abused or abandoned in communities across the greater area. Its work includes rescuing vulnerable animals, helping them recover and finding suitable homes for those ready to be adopted. Today, the organisation cares for approximately 180 dogs and 14 cats. Their daily needs make the rescue a demanding and costly operation, requiring a steady supply of food, medical resources and support. "CRO goes through about 70kg of dog food every day. That is before accounting for veterinary bills, medication and the

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PROPELLER DAMAGE POINTS TO FORCED LANDING According to Kleyn, the aircraft’s propeller had stopped turning before the aircraft touched down, with the damage visible after the landing. The propeller was bent backwards, which Kleyn said was consistent with it having stopped in the air before the aircraft came down. Despite the incident, both occupants were able to walk away from the landing.

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SAFE EMERGENCY LANDING “Any landing you can walk away from is a good landing,” Kleyn said. AIRCRAFT LINKED TO FLIGHT SCHOOL The aircraft, registered as ZS-CMS, belongs to 4 Aviators, a flight school operating from Cape Winelands Airport, with an additional base at Cape Town International Airport, Kleyn confirmed. The circumstances that led to the forced landing have not yet been established.

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DONDERDAG 22 OKTOBER Huis Jabes, 'n toevlugsoord vir mishandelde vroue en hul kinders, hou sy jaarlikse geldinsamelingsdinee by Eureka buite Durbanville. Die verrigtinge begin om 18:00 vir 18:30. Bespreek by 083 284 3111 of info@ sostrust.co.za. Superspar Kuils River and Headroom Mental Health is hosting a talk on responsible gambling and betting at the store’s Beantree Café at 15:00. The talk forms part of "Food for Thought", a community wellbeing initiative recently launched. Entry is free but as seats are limited registration is required. Reserve your seat at: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScOJahAjhDF26.../viewform

SATERDAG 24 OKTOBER Die Vriende van Bracken hou op Saterdag 24 Oktober 'n insiggewende geleentheid oor indringerplante by die Bracken-natuurreservaat. Die program begin om 09:00 met 'n begeleide stap deur die reservaat onder leiding van die omgewingsopvoeder André Vermeulen, getiteld Alien's invading Bracken's Indigenous Flora, gevolg deur 'n praatjie om 10:00 in die Omgewingsentrum deur die plantpatoloog dr. Alan Wood oor Turning Pathogens into Allies: How and why we do weed bio-control. Kontak André by 071 089 9503. Cape Town International Kite Festival will again #ColourTheSky in support of mental health awareness. Taking place at Youngsﬁeld Military Base in Ottery on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October, visitors can look forward to family entertainment, interactive activities, delicious food vendors and fun for all ages, while supporting Cape Mental Health and its vital work in the community. Tickets via Quicket. For more information, visit www.capementalhealth.co.za/ColourTheSky or follow @CTKiteFest on social media. The Bodi Fusion perfume launch and mini market is happening at Richwood Community Hall in Richwood from 14:00. Come celebrate, shop and enjoy an afternoon with the local Zumba ladies. This year’s Cape Town Knife Show takes place at The Arena in Tygervalley Shopping Centre on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October. The event will bring together more than 50 of the country’s ﬁnest knifemakers, specialist suppliers, collectors and enthusiasts for a celebration of the art of knifemaking. Entry costs R50 per person, with every admission ticket automatically entering the holder into a lucky draw to win an extra-large, hand-forged Baby Cleaver.

A Cessna 175 made a forced landing on an open ﬁeld along Otto du Plessis Drive in Melkbosstrand on Monday 19 October. Both occupants were reported to be in good condition.

care required by animals recovering from difficult circumstances," Potgieter says. For an organisation working to protect so many animals, a permanent sanctuary would provide much-needed stability. It would also allow the rescue to plan for the future and develop additional income streams to help cover its running costs. The farm is therefore central to more than the animals’ immediate shelter. It is part of the organisation’s plan to continue providing care for years to come. A DIFFICULT DECISION The uncertainty surrounding the property has already forced CRO to make difficult decisions. Earlier this year, the organisation announced that it had stopped accepting new animals. Instead, it chose to focus its available resources on the animals already depending on it. For a rescue organisation whose work centres on helping vulnerable animals, turning away new cases is a difficult step. However, the decision was made against the backdrop of uncertainty over the farm and the need to continue caring for the animals already at the sanctuary. "With so many dogs and cats relying on us, losing the property could create an enormous challenge. Finding alternative accommodation for nearly 200 animals would require significant resources, suitable facilities and careful planning to ensure their welfare," says Potgieter. The fundraising campaign is aimed at preventing that uncertainty from becoming a crisis and giving the animals a safe, permanent place to live. MILLIONS STILL NEEDED Despite the R3 million donation, CRO is only halfway towards its fundraising target. The organisation still needs to raise at least another R3 million, along with legal fees, to complete the purchase. It is appealing to businesses, philanthropists, animal lovers and members of the public to contribute towards the shortfall. The rescue is also encouraging supporters to share its appeal as widely as possible, helping it reach people who may be willing and able to assist. "Every contribution can help bring us closer to its goal. While a large donation can make a substantial difference, smaller donations from many supporters can also add up to meaningful progress," Potgieter says.

SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER Edgemead's Largest Indoor Second-hand Market will be held at the Edgemead Community Hall on Sunday 25 October from 08:00 to 14:00. Items on sale include brick-a-brack, household items and other goods, collectables and preloved clothing and many more.

TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER The Egyptian Society of South Africa will host its next meeting at St George's Grammar School in Richmond Road, Mowbray, on Tuesday 27 October at 19:30. Guest speaker Nerine Dorman will present a lecture titled Here Kitty-Kitty – The Cats That Invited Themselves into Our Hearts and Homes Since the Time of the Pharaohs. The talk will explore the fascinating history of cats and their enduring relationship with humans, dating back to the time of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Admission is free for members of the society, while visitors pay R30. Refreshments will be available at R10. No booking is required, and secure parking is available on the school grounds.For more information, contact 021 852 7273 or 084 774 3972.

THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER Swing together for a brighter future at the Alta du Toit Charity Golf Day taking place at Bellville Golf Club. The 4-ball includes two golf carts. Shot gun start at 11:00 and prize giving and lunch at 17:00. There will also be an auction and great prizes up for grabs. For more information email Lionel at donation@ altadutoit.co.za.

FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER LifeArt School and Studio is hosting a community art exhibition showcasing diverse works by local students aged 18 to 80, ranging from portraits and ﬂorals to modern abstracts and niche aviation art. Standout exhibitors include older artist Zanette Swart, vibrant painter Gisela Strydom, speed-mixer Pieter Swanepoel, and Harry Dempers, who creates precise aircraft scenes despite being red-spectrum colour-blind. The exhibition is open from 18:00 to 22:00 at 1st Durbanville Scouts on De Villiers Drive. The event supports student artists, with 10% of proceeds aiding animal welfare.

SATERDAG 31 OKTOBER Die NG kerk Bellville-Riebeeck bied sy jaarlikse Potjiekosdag in De la Haye aan om geld vir gemeenteprojekte in te samel. Verskeie smullekker disse sal beskikbaar wees. Bestellings kan op weekdae tussen 10:00 en 12:00 by die kerkkantoor geplaas word by 021 919 1501 of 072 531 6184.

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Upgrade promises boost for lagoon MAYOR WELCOMES PROGRESS AT WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS

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he City of Cape Town’s R5,2 billion upgrade of the Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works has reached 80% completion, with new treatment technology set to boost capacity, improve water quality and support the health of the Milnerton Lagoon. Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has welcomed progress on the City’s flagship R5,2 billion upgrade of the Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works, with the installation of new treatment technology marking a significant milestone in the project. The mayor visited the site on Wednesday 14 October, accompanied by Zahid Badroodien, Mayco member for water and sanitation, to mark the installation of new membrane bioreactor (MBR) filters capable of treating 65 million litres of wastewater per day. The upgraded technology forms part of a broader project to more than double the plant’s treatment capacity, increasing it from 47 million litres to 100 million litres per day to accommodate Cape Town’s growing population. Hill-Lewis said the project was progressing well, with the new reactor expected to be commissioned later this year and the full plant upgrade scheduled for completion next year. “I was pleased to see the excellent progress on the City’s

R5,2bn upgrade to Potsdam. The new reactor is on track for commissioning later this year ahead of full plant upgrade completion next year,” he said. IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF LAGOON The upgrade is also expected to contribute to improved environmental health, particularly at the Milnerton Lagoon, where water quality has been a longstanding concern. Hill-Lewis said the improvements already being seen during the upgrade were encouraging and formed part of the City’s commitment to investing in sanitation infrastructure and protecting Cape Town’s waterways. “I’m also encouraged to see how the ongoing upgrade is already contributing to improved environmental health at the Milnerton Lagoon,” he said. The mayor added that the City had invested more than R7 billion in wastewater treatment upgrades during its current term. These investments include the ongoing upgrades at Potsdam and Macassar wastewater treatment plants, as well as the completed upgrade of the Zandvliet plant, which serves Khayelitsha and surrounding areas. MORE TREATED WATER AVAILABLE Badroodien said reaching the

80% completion milestone was an important achievement for the city, with the project expected to strengthen wastewater treatment capacity while creating opportunities to reduce the use of drinking water for purposes that do not require it. “Reaching the 80% completion milestone on this major infrastructure project is an important achievement for Cape Town,” he said. He added that the upgrade would help protect rivers and other natural environments while increasing the availability of treated effluent for businesses, farmers and recreational facilities. The improved supply of treated effluent will allow suitable users to access reclaimed water for applications such as irrigation and industrial processes, reducing reliance on drinking water for non-potable purposes. KEY INFRASTRUCTURE ALREADY OPERATIONAL Several components of the Potsdam upgrade have already been completed and are operational. The new ultrafiltration plant has completed its 12-month period, which ended in June this year. The facility uses micro-screening, ultrafiltration membranes and ultraviolet

disinfection to improve the quality of treated wastewater discharged into the environment and support the production of higher-quality water for reuse. Construction of the treated effluent pump station has also been completed, allowing users in Milnerton, Century City and surrounding areas to access treated effluent for irrigation and industrial applications. The new dewatering plant has been operational since June 2025 and is helping to reduce solids in the treatment process, contributing to improved biological stability and effluent quality. Meanwhile, commissioning of the new inlet works and raw sewage pump station is under way, with commissioning of the

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Rescue boat named after Howes KAILIN DANIELS

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he ocean was Graham Howes’ playground, his passion and the place where he felt most alive. Now, the sea he loved will carry his name for a very different reason — through a rescue vessel that will help bring others home. For Graham, the ocean was never simply a stretch of water. It was a place of freedom, possibility and connection — a space where wind and waves became an extension of himself. As one of the world’s celebrated kiteboarders, he spent his life chasing that feeling, inspiring others along the way and becoming part of a community that stretches far beyond Cape Town’s shores. But on 7 September 2025, the ocean that had given him so much became the setting for a tragedy that would leave his family, friends and the international kiteboarding community devastated. Graham, 38, lost his life while kiteboarding off Eden on the Bay at Bloubergstrand. In the hours that followed, rescue crews searched for him in an operation that would bring his family face to face with the dedication of the people who answer the call when someone is missing at sea. FITTING TRIBUTE Out of that heartbreak has come a remarkable act of love: a National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) rescue boat that will bear Graham’s name, Spirit of Graham Howes. It is a fitting tribute to a man whose life was so closely bound to the ocean — one that will transform his family’s loss into a legacy of hope, giving his name a place among the people who venture out into dangerous waters to save others. For his mother, Gerry Howes, the idea is deeply personal. “We couldn’t have got through that night without the NSRI,” she said. Those words speak to the fear and

NSRI HONOURS DECEASED KITEBOARDER uncertainty of that night, but also to the comfort her family found in knowing that trained volunteers were out there, searching for Graham. His father, Richard Howes, who lives in Portugal, remembers that feeling, too. “To know that the NSRI was out there was the best feeling,” he said. “People with passion who risk their lives every time they answer the call for help, in all weather, day and night.” For a family navigating an unimaginable loss, the commitment of those rescuers became something they wanted to honour — not only in memory of Graham, but in support of the next person who might need their help. “He had the same passion as the NSRI, so it would be great if there were a boat in Graham’s memory that belongs to the NSRI,” Gerry said. “Just to know that Graham still has a presence in this world.” A NAME WITH A PURPOSE Graham’s death sent shockwaves through the global kiteboarding community. A gifted rider and much-loved figure in the extreme-sports world, he had built a life around the pursuit of the wind and the water, leaving an impression on those who knew him and those who admired him from afar. When he failed to return from a kiteboarding session off Eden on the Bay, an extensive search was launched. His body was recovered the following day. Three separate autopsies and evidence gathered during the recovery operation confirmed that Graham had been struck by a whale while kiteboarding near a pod of the animals. The impact rendered him unconscious, and he drowned. In the days after his death, hundreds of kiteboarders and the public gathered at Small Bay in Bloubergstrand for a paddle-

Hundreds of kiteboarders, friends and supporters gathered at Small Bay, Bloubergstrand, for a paddle-out in honour of Graham Howes.

The kiteboarding community came together at Bloubergstrand to remember Graham Howes.

out in his honour. They entered the water together, forming a circle and laying flowers on the ocean — a farewell shaped by the place that had meant so much to him. Now, more than a year later, his family is finding another way to honour him: one that will not only remember the life he lived, but help protect the lives of others. BUILDING A LEGACY, ONE RESCUE AT A TIME The Spirit of Graham Howes is being built by Gemini Marine, the NSRI’s strategic partner. The company has donated the hull for the 5.5-metre rigidhull inflatable boat (RHIB), which is expected to be completed in October. Once ready, the vessel will join NSRI Station 16 Strandfontein, where it will become part of the organisation’s work to assist people in distress at sea. For the Howes family, the boat is a tangible expression of what Graham stood for: passion, courage and a profound connection to the ocean. “To have a rescue craft named after Graham would be amazing,” Richard said. “Knowing that Graham continues to sail the sea, helping people in distress.” NSRI head of fundraising Alison Smith says R200 000 has been raised so far. A BackaBuddy campaign aims to raise a further R600 000 towards the wider initiative, helping make the rescue vessel and the family’s longer-term vision possible. A blessing ceremony is planned for the end of November, when Richard will be in South Africa. The family also intends to continue fundraising in perpetuity, with the hope of supporting future rescue vessels in Graham’s honour. What began as a response to personal tragedy is growing into a lasting commitment to sea rescue — one that could extend well beyond a single boat. WHEN LOVE FINDS A WAY FORWARD Grief does not disappear because something good grows from it. For

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Graham’s family, the vessel cannot replace the son and loved one they lost, nor undo the events of that September day. But it can give their love somewhere to go. Each time the Spirit of Graham Howes heads out to assist someone in trouble, it will carry more than a name on its hull. It will carry the memory of a man who found his freedom in the ocean, the devotion of a family determined to keep his spirit alive, and the gratitude of those who understand what it means to have rescuers come when all hope seems distant. Gerry put it simply when she spoke of wanting Graham to retain a presence in the world. Through this vessel, that presence will become something people can see, feel and, one day, perhaps owe their lives to. To support the Spirit of Graham Howes fundraising campaign, visit: https://www.nsri.org.za/support-us/ grahamhowes

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Ward 113 councillor has concerns KAILIN DANIELS

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ard 113 councillor Sue van der Linde has raised concerns about security and accountability after finding an unlocked mobile police unit at Dunoon Clinic with Commissioner of Oaths stamps left unattended and no police officers present. She said she inspected the unit after a scheduled meeting at the clinic car park was cancelled by police just 10 minutes before it was due to begin. “I was shocked to find it unlocked, with Commissioner of Oaths stamps left unattended and no police members present. What I observed was unacceptable and raises serious concerns about security and responsibility.” SAFETY AND SECURITY IN THE WARD Van der Linde also reported progress on community-safety initiatives following a productive meeting with the local Neighbourhood Watch chair and a neighbourhood safety officer. The councillor also addressed concerns about illegal dumping at the corner of Blaauwberg and Gill roads, where she joined the City’s Solid Waste team in removing a substantial amount of waste from beneath bushes. She said someone had again been sleeping in the area and urged residents who wished to help people living on the streets to direct their support towards getting them into a Safe Space or suitable shelter. “I understand that residents who provide support do so out of kindness. But living beneath a bush beside a busy road is neither safe nor dignified.” She added suitable shelters could provide access to a bed, sanitation and support.

“I was shocked to ﬁnd it unlocked. What I observed was unacceptable and raises serious concerns about security and responsibility.” Sue van der Linde INFRASTRUCTURE AND FLOOD MITIGATION During the week Van der Linde joined Mayco member for Water and Sanitation Zahid Badroodien for an oversight visit to the 1,9 km water pipe replacement project in Flamingo Vlei. The work included a scheduled water interruption on Tuesday 6 October, affecting Grey, Plover, Avocet, Harrier, Crane, Arend and Swallow streets. Van der Linde thanked residents for their patience while the infrastructure was being replaced. She also attended a flood mitigation meeting at Heron Waters with representatives from various City departments. During an inspection of the area behind the bridge she noted its poor condition and requested options for restricting access to it be explored. Proposals discussed included manually operated sluice gates. She said a further site visit would take place with the Roads Infrastructure Management team to explore the options in more detail. SCHOOL APPROVAL CONCERNS The councillor also met with the owners of a new school to discuss concerns about their land-use permissions. She said she had made her concerns clear about proceeding without the necessary approvals. Although the school owners had applied for a stay of execution to allow learners to write their examinations Van der Linde

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stressed that this did not automatically grant permission for the school to open or operate. “Schools, like all other applicants, must follow the City’s bylaws and approval procedures,” she said. On a more positive note Van der Linde visited a local library and was pleased to see children participating in story time, highlighting the important role libraries play in the community. She also attended the Milnerton Aquatic Club’s season-opening sail-past on Sunday in her capacity as honorary president. The event was particularly special as the club celebrates its 50th anniversary.

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Markiti Day on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at Trans-50 Panorama Palms Retirement Village. What better way to begin our celebration than with fresh air, friendly faces, and a little healthy movement. On Saturday, 31 October, Trans-50 Panorama Palms Retirement Village will host its muchanticipated Markiti Day. The day will start with the popular 5 km Fun Walk and Run, presented by RunWalkforLife. Registration opens at 07:30 at the security Gate at 66 Uys Krige Road. The walk and run start at 08:00. You can run, walk fast or stroll with friends and family. Everyone is welcome. There will be water for everyone. The Fun Walk is not about speed or finishing times. It is a chance for residents, families, friends and neighbours to come together and enjoy the friendly spirit of our village. Participants can also look forward to a lucky draw at 10:30 in the social tent. A day for the entire community After the walk, the fun continues. From 09:30 to 14:00, the village will have pop-up stalls, food trucks, live music, and fun for the entire family. Children can enjoy a jumping

castle, face painting and a magic show at 10:00. Visitors can browse, taste, shop, and enjoy the happy atmosphere. There will be tasty food for everyone, such as pizza, boerewors rolls, chips, tacos, breakfast rolls, jaffles, pancakes, ice cream, homemade rusks, cookies and much more. Darling Wine Cellars will also host a wine tasting, where you can taste and buy wine. Wine tasting is for adults only (18+). Stalls vary - some will take cash only, others card only. Markiti Day shows what we value most at our village: friendship, inclusion, wellbeing, and the joy of sharing moments across generations. It is a day for residents to welcome their loved ones, for neighbours to Just one of the delicious dishes that will be available at our MarkitiMince & Chicken Tacos served with Sambal, Sour cream and Guacamole

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hree animal welfare organisations are joining forces for a music fundraiser at the Barnyard Theatre in Tygervalley on Sunday 25 October. Grace Animal Sanctuary, Beagle in Mind and Beagle Welfare, trading as BRAG Beagles, will host the event to raise support for animals in need. The production, titled Can't Stop the Feeling – 60 Years of Number 1 Hit Songs, will take audiences through six decades of popular music. A ﬁve-piece live band and ﬁve vocalists will perform hits from the 1960s to the present day. The show brings together entertainment and animal welfare, offering supporters an opportunity to contribute to the work of the participating organisations.

BARNYARD THEATRE HOSTS Doors will open at 12:30, with the performance scheduled to begin at 14:00. Individual tickets cost R200 per person. A portion of qualifying food and beverage sales at the venue will also beneﬁt the participating organisations. The Barnyard Theatre operates as a cashless venue, and visitors may not bring their own food or drinks. Organisers hope the event will attract animal lovers, families and local residents looking to support a good cause. Tickets are available through Quicket.

Marion Holm Gryp Vier seisoene elke GrasHOLM dans en musiek Marion Holm bring haar vertoning Gryp elke GrasHOLM op Sondag 25 Oktober om 14:00 na Die Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanville. Desperaatheid laat jou na grashalms gryp. In Suid-Afrika is ons emosioneel desperaat om net asseblief tog so bietjie positief te voel en hoop te kry vir iets. Dus – Gryp elke grasHOLM wat jy kan kry. Jy sal uitloop met ’n positiewe perspektief, ’n hoopvolle hart en ’n groot giggel. Marion Holm doen wat sy altyd doen – komedie met baie hart. Kaartjies kos R220. Bespreek by www. dieboer.com of by 021 979 1911.

Figure of 8 (FO8) Dance Theatre en die Stellenbosch Internasionale Kamermusiekfees (SICMF) bied van Woensdag 28 tot Saterdag 31 Oktober Vivaldi in Dance in die Baxter Flipside-teater aan. FO8 se dansers, die SICMF Camerata en Daniel Rowland, ’n internasionaal bekende violis, span kragte saam om Vivaldi se “Vier Seisoene” soos verwerk deur Max Richter, uit te voer. Rowland en FO8 het tydens die SICMF se 20ste viering in 2025 ontmoet. Musiek en dans is onder leiding van Nina Schumann se artistieke visie saamgevoeg om albei kunsvorme te laat uitblink. Hierdie ontmoeting was die begin van ’n besonderse samewerking, wat elke dissipline in sy volle reg erken. Vivaldi in Dance is ’n meesleurende teaterproduksie, wat die wisselwerking tussen lewendige musiek en dans ondersoek. Verskillende dinamiese ensembles en genres breek die tradisionele skeidslyne tussen die genres. Rowland én sy viool word as nog ’n liggaam binne die choreograﬁe gebruik. Die produksie word onder leiding van Grant van Ster ’n ervaring wat die tydlose energie van Vivaldi se musiek vier, maar dit terselfdertyd op ’n vars en moderne wyse aanbied. Kaartjies is by Webtickets te koop.

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Pietman Geldenhuys bring sy vertoning ’n Musikale reis tussen twee tale op Dinsdag 3 November om 20:30 na Die Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanville. Kom geniet die aand voor die verkiesing saam met Geldenhuys, ’n musikant, komediant, akteur, aanbieder, storieverteller en selfs ’n Skotse karakter (Peter Mitchell). Sy talent as liedjieskrywer is al met ’n Ghoema-toekenning vir Liedjieskrywer van die Jaar bekroon, terwyl een van sy albums ook vir ’n Sama-toekenning as Kontemporêre album van die Jaar benoem is. In hierdie unieke 75-minute-produksie laat Pietman die musiek die hoofrol speel, met die stories wat dit afrond. Hy neem gehore met ’n versameling van sy eie Afrikaanse en Engelse liedjies op ’n persoonlike, opregte en musikale reis deur sy wêreld van woorde, melodieë en herinneringe. Twee tale; een kunstenaar; ’n aand waar die musiek die stories vertel. Kaartjies kos R220. Bespreek by www. dieboer.com of by 021 979 1911.

Unmute Dance Theatre brings inclusive dance to CTICC Cape Town-based Unmute Dance Theatre will perform its contemporary work Timelapse and take part in industry discussions on accessibility at the Inclusive Lens Awards, part of FAME Week Africa 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 28 October to 1 November. FAME Week Africa is a business-to-business gathering for Africa's ﬁlm, television and creative content industries. Unmute's involvement brings disability representation and inclusive artistic practice into this industry space. On Thursday 29 October at 17:00, Unmute will present Timelapse, a contemporary dance work exploring how life's experiences shape people over time. Through movement and physical expression, the piece traces memories, emotions and connections, revealing moments of transformation, rebirth and new beginnings. Dancers with disabilities will take a prominent industry platform, challenging perceptions of who belongs on stage and reinforcing disability representation in Africa's creative sectors. Before the performance, Nadine McKenzie, artistic director and co-founder of Unmute Dance Theatre, will join a panel discussion at the Inclusive Lens Awards on building safer, smarter and more inclusive production environments, with a focus on accessibility, wellbeing and sustainability in the arts. "For too long, disability has been left out of the rooms where creative decisions are made. Being part of FAME Week Africa is an opportunity to change that, not simply by putting artists with disabilities on stage, but by ensuring their voices, expertise

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Albie Sachs: Father, Sons and Soft Vengeance runs at The Baxter until 31 October. This new play explores the public and private life of activist, lawyer and constitutional judge Albie Sachs. Tickets cost R250 at Webtickets. Snotkop tree op Vrydag 23 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos R220 tot R260 by www.heroeslive.net. Gin Wizard 70s & 80s Rock n Roll Birthday Show is at Hillcrest Estate on Saturday 24 October. Doors open at 18:00, show starts 19:20. Tickets are R200 at Quicket or R220 at the door. The Legacy of Dance Gala is at the Artscape Opera House on Saturday 24 October at 19:30 and Sunday 25 October at 14:30. Dutch National Ballet principal dancers are performing with eight South African dance companies. Tickets R350 to R550 at Webtickets. The Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (Lamta) presents Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's musical Into the Woods at Theatre on the Bay from 24 October to 14 November. Tickets at Webtickets. Ultimate R&B Experience Tour featuring Brian McKnight, All-4-One and SWV is at Grand Arena, GrandWest on Wednesday 28 October at 18:00. Tickets from R950 at Webtickets. Vivaldi in Dance is at the Baxter Flipside from 28 to 31 October. Presented by Figure of 8 Dance Theatre and the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival, in collaboration with acclaimed violinist Daniel Rowland.Tickets R180 to R250 at Webtickets. After a sold-out run earlier this year, David Nixon's

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Dracula returns to Artscape Theatre for six shows over Halloween weekend, 28 October to 1 November. Tickets from R250 at Webtickets. . Under Cover met Frieda van den Heever, Grethe van der Merwe en Almarie du Preez is op Donderdag 29 Oktober om 20:30 by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant. Kaartjies kos R250. Bespreek by www.dieboer.com of by 021 979 1911. Henry Ate: 30 Years of Slap in the Face is at The Daisy Jones Bar, Summerhill Wine Estate on Friday 30 October. Doors open at 17:00. Tickets from R220 on Quicket. Roan Ash tree op Saterdag 31 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos R260 tot R300 by www.heroeslive.net. Dancers Love Dogs is on Saturday 1 November at 19:30 at Artscape. A unique charity initiative that brings together Cape Town's dance community to create lasting change for animals in need.Tickets from R450 at Webtickets. Nataniël se nuutste produksie Sooibrand is van Woensdag 4 tot Sondag 8 November in die Kunstekaap-teater op die planke. Kaartjies kos R280 tot R360 by Webtickets. Robbie Wessels tree op Saterdag 4 November om 20:30 by Heroes Live, Brackenfell op. Kaartjies kos R260 tot R300 by www.heroeslive.net. Summer Symphonies at the City Hall: Rhapsody in Blue with pianist Charl du Plessis is on Thursday 5 November at 19:30. Tickets from R210 at Webtickets. Majika: Africa’s Greatest Illusionists is at the City Hall on Saturday 7 Novenber at 15:00 and on Sunday 8 November at 12:00 and 15:30. Tickets from R160.

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he City will carry out road resurfacing and maintenance work at various locations across the Blaauwberg District from until 11 December. Work started on Tuesday 13 October. The work forms part of the City’s ongoing road maintenance programme and will include resurfacing, footway repairs, regravelling, verge maintenance and repairs to existing road infrastructure. According to the City’s Mayco member for urban mobility, Rob Quintas, the work is aimed at maintaining Cape Town’s road network and keeping traffic moving. “This work forms part of the City’s ongoing road maintenance programme and will include road resurfacing, footway repairs, regravelling, verge maintenance

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and repairs to our existing road infrastructure,” said Quintas. He said maintenance teams would generally work from Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 15:30. In Century City, however, work will take place at night, between 19:30 and 05:00. “We thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation while we complete this essential maintenance work across the Blaauwberg District, all part of how we keep Cape Town moving,” he said. In Blouberg Sands, resurfacing and maintenance will take place along

The City of Cape Town is carrying out road resurfacing and maintenance across the Blaauwberg District until 11 December, with work spanning several suburbs.

Milnerton CPF calls on residents to attend AGM The Milnerton Community Police Forum (CPF) is inviting residents and stakeholders to attend its annual general meeting on 10 November, where several leadership positions will be up for election. The meeting will take place at 18:00 in the second-floor boardroom at Milnerton Police Station, 440 Koeberg Road, Milnerton. The AGM will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to participate in the CPF’s ongoing work to strengthen community partnerships and promote safety in the area. Four positions will be filled at the meeting: vice chair, secretary, vice secretary, and public relations officer (PRO) and communications. The CPF is encouraging the public who are passionate about community safety and willing to serve their community to attend and put themselves forward for the vacant positions. Community police forums play an important role in building cooperation between communities and the police, helping address local safety concerns and strengthening communication between residents and police. The Milnerton CPF is urging stakeholders to participate in the AGM and contribute to efforts to build a safer community. For more information, contact Theresha Hanekom at Theresha.Hanekom@outlook.com or 082 563 7682.

Sandown Road, between West Coast Road and Windlass Way. In Bloubergstrand, work is planned for Popham Street, between Blue Peter and Verkouteren Street, as well as Sir David Baird Drive. Milnerton Drive, between Bridle Way and Fairview Crescent, will also be affected, while Century Boulevard in Century City will receive maintenance along two sections: between Ratanga Road and Bridge Way, and northbound between Slipstream Way and Action Padel SA. Other work includes repairs to existing handrails along Omuramba Road in Joe Slovo Park, resurfacing Chris Hani Street in Witsand between Ntlolokotshane Street and Mnga Street, and regravelling Honeyvale Road in the Cape Farms area, between the R304 and the surfaced section.

WORK IN TABLE VIEW In Table View, the City will maintain the existing paved footway along Marine Drive. Verge maintenance and road-edge improvements are planned for Marine Drive in Paarden Eiland, about 700m north of the Salt River Bridge. Holland Street in Atlantis is also scheduled for resurfacing. In Mamre, maintenance work is planned for Kaap Street, Henning Huizen Street, Akkerboom Avenue, Groenkloof Street, Khorhamer Street, Hallbeck Street, PM Louw Street, Dias Street, Erica Street, Lavender Crescent, Jakaranda Street, Ficus Street, Hibiscus Street, Gardenia Street, Cassia End Crescent and Bauhinia Crescent. In Big Bay, repairs will be carried out to the existing concrete block paving around the traffic circle on Kite Surfers Drive at Eden on the Bay. Motorists and residents are encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly and exercise patience while the maintenance work is under way.

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I’ll always be a Ouerskap is nie journalist at heart ’n kompetisie nie Next week marks my last as a TygerBurger journalist. As of next month, I will start my uncertain future as a retrenched-twicein-two years journalist who’s’s closer to 50 than she is to 40. Early retirement is tempting but impossible since I still have young children at school. Work, I must. When I started at TygerBurger little over a year ago, I came with much trepidation. I had cut my teeth at the paper’s direct opposition and had met some of their seasoned journalists in the field. The brand, rooted in an area I was unfamiliar with, had a work culture that was wildly different. My distant impression of the paper had been tainted by whispered gossip from past employees that had crossed the floor. I was anxious on my first day but immediately discovered that the past employees must have either lied, or the office culture had changed much since then. I quickly bonded with many of my colleagues and was surprised to find myself enjoying working as a journalist again — even though the job had changed during the years I’d spent in middle management and comms. Community journalists no longer just write, take photos and build relationships. They now also need to use AI, work with mics, videos, analytics and social media. My step back into reporting saw me no longer working only behind the camera but I had to get comfortable in front of it too. Venturing back into the field after working behind a desk for so long, stretched muscles I’d never known I had — and I thoroughly myself.

Dit voel soms asof ouerskap deesdae ’n kompetisie geword het. Op sosiale media sien ons hoe ander ouers se kinders presteer, watter aktiwiteite hulle doen, hoe mooi hul verjaarsdagpartytjies lyk en hoeveel moeite daar met elke spesiale geleentheid gedoen word. Dit is maklik om na hierdie prentjies te kyk en te wonder of ons genoeg doen vir ons eie kinders. Maar ons moet onsself daaraan herinner dat sosiale media nie die volle waarheid wys nie. Agter elke mooi foto is daar ook moeilike dae, moegheid, frustrasie en oomblikke wanneer dinge glad nie volgens plan verloop nie. Ouers voel reeds genoeg druk om hul kinders gelukkig, veilig en gesond groot te maak. Baie moet terselfdertyd werk, huishoudings bestuur, rekeninge betaal en probeer om genoeg tyd saam met hul gesinne deur te bring. Daarom behoort ons mekaar eerder te ondersteun as om mekaar te oordeel. Nie elke kind het ’n duur partytjie, die nuutste speelgoed of hope buitemuurse aktiwiteite nodig nie. Kinders het liefde, aandag, sekuriteit en ouers nodig wat moeite doen om hulle te verstaan.Soms is die belangrikste oomblikke juis die eenvoudigste: ’n storie voor slaaptyd, saam lag oor aandete of ’n drukkie ná ’n moeilike dag. Dit beteken nie dat ouers nie daarna moet streef om hul kinders die beste moontlike geleenthede te bied nie. Dit beteken bloot dat ons moet ophou om ons waarde as ouers aan ander mense se lewens op sosiale media te meet. Elke gesin se omstandighede verskil, en elke kind se behoeftes is uniek. Kom ons gee onsself en ander ouers ’n bietjie meer genade. Ons hoef nie perfekte ouers te wees nie. Ons moet net aanhou probeer om liefdevolle, betrokke ouers te wees. Net 'n gewone ma, E-POS

GENIET JOU TUIN: Isa Hurter en die kosbare klein Julie geniet die sonskyn tydens die Buh-Rein-aftreeoord in Kraaifontein se Nasionale Tuindag viering. Tuindag, wat jaarliks in Oktober gevier word, moedig mense aan om hul tuine te geniet en te waardeer. Die oord se asemrowende tuine met sy sowat 100 roosbome in kenmerkende Italiaanse styl uitgelê, was die perfekte agtergrond vir die feesvieringe.

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More than that, I enjoyed reconnecting with old contacts and making new ones. It was pleasant to once again have a chinwag with interesting characters. A lot had changed but I felt like I was thriving, until my old nemesis — restructuring — reared its head again. All other media brands have undergone the same unpleasant pruning, with at least two doing so at the same time as TygerBurger. The industry is now saturated with seasoned, skilled and unemployed journalists trying to find their balance in a constantly shifting terrain. My future is uncertain but I have no regrets. I’m thankful that I got to meet new and old friends, even though my time working with them was painfully short. This experience taught me that this old dog can still learn new tricks and I’m happy to find that the communities still value these treasured titles and look for them, scold for not getting them and treat them with respect — even though many are collapsing like wet origami. I was honoured to be trusted with the stories of so many people — pigeon fanciers, police officers, recovering addicts, aspiring young people, passionate community workers, and all the other unique kinds of people one only meets while working in ground-level journalism. During my year and a bit at TygerBurger, I have written stories about all things strange, scary, curious and quirky. I eulogized children who had been killed by stray bullets, championed princesses on pageantry runways, lobbied for sportspeople raising funds for global competitions, advocated for causes and informed residents about news of every variety. And I enjoyed every minute of it. I’m grateful that God gave me this short time with my TygerBurger family and trust that he has a plan for what comes next. -LAUREN O'CONNOR-MAY

For many South African households, making it through the month has become an increasingly difficult exercise. The cost of food, electricity, transport, school necessities and other basic expenses continues to place enormous pressure on families already struggling to make ends meet. Parents are being forced to make difficult choices. Do they buy enough groceries for the week or put money aside for transport? Do they pay an outstanding account or ensure their children have everything they need for school? These are not comfortable decisions, and they are becoming a reality for more families than we may realise. What makes the situation particularly concerning is that children often feel the effects most deeply. When household budgets are stretched, there may be less money for nutritious meals, educational resources and

activities that support their development. We cannot ignore the pressure that ﬁnancial difficulties place on parents and caregivers. Constantly worrying about money can affect relationships, emotional well-being and the atmosphere within a home. Communities can help by supporting local food initiatives, donating school supplies where possible and looking out for vulnerable households. However, community support cannot replace the need for meaningful solutions to unemployment and the rising cost of essential goods and services. We need to continue asking whether enough is being done to help ordinary working families survive. People should not have to work hard every day and still struggle to afford the basics. Every family deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, provide for their children and look towards the future without constant ﬁnancial fear. Kim Hendricks, EMAIL

No choice: Desalination must always remain a priority Referring to Francois Kloppers’ letter on 14 October, “Desalination: Promises without progress?”, highlights a concern that should unite all: our long-term water security cannot depend on promises made during a crisis and forgotten when conditions improve. The Day Zero crisis should have been a turning point. It exposed our vulnerability and the need to diversify water supplies through a combination of conservation, water reuse, groundwater where sustainable, and desalination. Desalination is not a simple or inexpensive solution. It requires careful site selection, substantial investment, reliable energy, responsible brine management and infrastructure to deliver water where it is needed. These challenges, however, are reasons for sound planning, not for allowing progress to stall.

Planning must also consider renewable energy and emerging brine-treatment technologies, and suitable treated-water storage or a connection to the bulk-water network so that desalination is developed as an environmentally responsible, long-term solution. I support Francois' call for honest communication, clear timelines and public accountability. Residents deserve to know what has been decided, what remains outstanding, what the alternatives are and when meaningful progress can be expected. Desalination must remain a strategic priority, not merely an emergency option revived when dams run low. The time has come to turn past promises into a transparent, technically sound and achievable programme for the Western Cape’s water future. Ben Groendewald, PLATTEKLOOF

Put down the phone and reconnect When last did you sit around the dinner table with your family without someone checking a phone? When last did you have a conversation with a friend without a notiﬁcation interrupting it? Technology has made our lives easier. However, many of us have become so attached to our screens that we are forgetting the importance of being present. It is not unusual to see families sitting together in restaurants while each person looks at a separate device. The concern is not that technology exists, but that we sometimes allow it to take the place of human interaction. Children learn from what they see. If they grow up watching adults constantly reach for their phones, they may come to believe that this is normal. Put phones away during meals, establish screenfree family time and make an effort to listen. The next time you sit with your family, consider putting your phone aside. The moment you are sharing with someone you love may not come again. Caitlin Josephs, EMAIL

Trollie-diefstal is misdaad As ‘n persoon ‘n winkeltrollie van die perseel verwyder met die intensie om dit nie weer terug te besorg nie, is dit nie maar dieselfde as om ‘n pakkie Weense worsies van dieselfde winkel se rak af te neem en by die deur uit te stap sonder om te betaal nie? Om ‘n winkeltrollie onwettig te neem, kom neer op winkeldiefstal. Sou daar ‘n klag gelê word en die betrokke persoon word skuldig bevind, beteken dit ‘n kriminele rekord. Dit blyk dat Durbanville-besighede se trollies in die winkels al hoe minder raak, want die trollies word al hoe meer op straat opgemerk waar haweloses dit gebruik om hul karige besittings mee rond te karwei. Ek kon dit amper nie glo toe die bestuurder van ‘n plaaslike winkel my meedeel dat hul R40 000 per maand spandeer om die trollies te herwin. Is daar nie ‘n manier hoe Durbanville se inwoners kan saamstaan om die besighede te help en die diefstal van trollies te probeer beperk nie? SW Burger, DURBANVILLE

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Siblings take dream to world stage

or most young athletes, qualifying to represent their country internationally is a dream come true. For Durbanville siblings Jack, Ryan and Kayla Fouché, that dream has become a shared family adventure. The three siblings, aged 14, 12 and 10 respectively, will travel to Funchal, Madeira, from 26 to 31 October to compete in the World Championship in biathle, triathle and laser run. ACHIEVEMENTS Their achievement is a proud moment for the Fouché family, with each sibling earning a place at the international competition through dedication, hard work and impressive performances at national level. Their sporting journey began with bBiathle, which combines swimming and running. They later progressed to triathle, which adds shooting to the challenge, before taking on laser run last year. Coach Dieter Voigt supports their athletic training, while swimming forms an important part of their preparation. Jack and Ryan swim with Curro, while Kayla trains with Tygerberg. JACK LEADS THE WAY At 14, Jack is the eldest of the trio and has already established himself as a talented competitor. A learner at Paarl Gimnasium, he is the South African Triathle Champion and represented South

BROTHERS AND SISTER TO TRAVEL TO MADEIRA FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Africa in modern pentathlon in Madrid, Spain, earlier this year. In Madeira, Jack will compete in all three disciplines: biathle, triathle and laser run. He will also join Ryan in the triathle relay, giving the brothers an opportunity to compete together on the international stage. RYAN MAKES HIS MARK Twelve-year-old Ryan, a learner at Kenridge Primary School, has followed in his older brother’s footsteps while building his own sporting achievements. He has qualified to compete in triathle at the world championship and will partner with Jack in the triathle relay. For the brothers, the opportunity to represent their country together adds another special dimension to an already memorable sporting journey. KAYLA PROVES AGE IS NO BARRIER At just 10 years old, Kayla is already showing that determination and talent can take young athletes far. Also a learner at Kenridge Primary School, she finished third in both biathle and

triathle at the South African Championship, earning her place at the world championship. Kayla will compete in all three disciplines in Madeira, joining her brothers in representing South Africa on the world stage. A FAMILY ACHIEVEMENT Behind the siblings’ success are countless hours of training, early mornings, competitions and the support of a family committed to helping each child reach their potential. Their mother, Mareza Fouché, said watching all three children develop in the sport and qualify for the same international competition had been particularly rewarding. “When they first started with biathle, we never imagined that one day all three of them would be travelling to a world championship together. “Watching them grow in the sport, support each other and achieve their own goals has been incredibly rewarding. ::We are so proud of each of them and excited to see them represent South Africa together,” she said. Although each sibling has their own strengths and achievements, their shared journey has given them the opportunity to encourage one another while pursuing individual goals. MORE THAN MEDALS For Jack, Ryan and Kayla, the trip to Madeira is about

Durbanville’s Jack, Ryan and Kayla Fouché will represent South Africa at the world championship in Madeira this October.

more than winning medals. It is an opportunity to compete against young athletes from around the world, gain valuable international experience and wear the Green and Gold with pride. Their qualification is also a testament to the commitment required to balance school, training and competition at a young age.

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