THE suspendedNelson MandelaBay Municipality (NMBM)City Manager, Dr Noxolo Nqwazi, has continued to reportedly receive her salary since her suspensioninOctober 2023over fraud allegations linkedtothe irregular procurement of atoilettender, with payments reportedly totallingR5.8 million in taxpayers' money.
The Economic Freedom Fighters(EFF), which has been vocal in calling for accountabilityinthe matter,said it is appalled by what it describes as reckless and wasteful expenditure by the municipality, alleging that Nqwazi has received acumulativeR5.8 million during her suspension.
"In what can only be described as irresponsibleconduct by amunicipality which hasfailed to exercise its due diligence and responsibility, Nqwazi has drawna salary whilst on suspension since20October 2023, owingtothe failure of the municipality to promptly institute the necessary disciplinary processes and procedures,"the statement said
"Thishas resultednot onlyinher being a burdenonthe finances of the municipality, but has meantthere has been arevolving doorofacting City Managers inthe City for two and ahalf years. As aresult,millions have been spent paying these acting City Managers,whilstmillions have beenspent on the suspended CityManager "
The EFF statement added that theBay has allegedlylost R1.6 billion in rollover appli-
cations fromthe National Treasuryover the years, owing to the absence of aCityManager
"The process of rolloversreferstoinstances where, eachfinancial year, approved and unspent funds are reallocatedfor committed projects, which canrangefrominfrastructureand service delivery objectives, rather than returning that money to the National Revenue Fund.
"Thismeansresidentsare being denied funds which couldimprove theirlivesowing to thelack of an activeCityManager to claim these funds.On1 June 2023, theEFF called for the immediateresignation of Nqwazi, on thebasisofthe findings of theSpecial InvestigatingUnit (SIU), which revealedthat she approved aR24.6million tender to procure 2,000 toilets duringthe COVID-19 pandemic, under the guise of emergency procurement, and only 200 toiletswereprocured.
"It wasrevealed that Nqwazisat at thehead of acorrupt patronage network, whereinshe is allegedtohave utilisedthe proceedsof this irregular tender to control ANC and DA councillorsusingbribes, in ordertoshield herselffromaccountability," thestatement said.
After aspecial motion drivenbythe EFF in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipal Council (NMBMC) wasintroduced, Nqwaziwas placed on aprecautionary suspension on 20 October 2023
"Itistherefore undermining to the good work of the EFF in fighting corruption, and disrespectful to the peopleofNelsonMandelaBay,that money that couldhavebeen
IN line with their prioritiesofyouth development, community upliftment and environmental sustainability,VolkswagenGroup Africa (VWGA) has pledged R500,000 in support of fourlocal non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Ranging from assisting victims of naturaldisasters (such as flood or fire),to conserving the environment,tocaring fororphans and vulnerable children, these beneficiaries haveahistory of making adifference in and aroundNelsonMandela Bay.
Through theVWCommunity Trust, these NGOs willbenefit from atotal of R500,000 over the next12months.
FamilyRestorationServices has been operating in Motherwellsince 2005,committed to providing care andlong-term supportfor orphaned and vulnerable children.
Zanethemba Charity Foundation, a new beneficiary of the VW Community Trust, was establishedin2008 as aplace of safetytomeet the risingneed of orphans and vulnerablechildren in Nel-
sonMandela Bay. Zanethemba providesrefuge and care forupto12childreninneed at atime Sinako-We Can,registered in 2019, helps victims displacedbyfires, floods or similar occurrences,torebuildtheir homes and/or re-establish theirliving arrangements.
The fourthbeneficiary, Zwartkops Conservancy, has been conservingbiodiversityinNelsonMandelaBay since 1968 through various initiatives,includingclean-ups, habitat restoration and environmental education
“Muchlike the organisationsweare supporting,Volkswagen Group Africa has alonglegacy of making an impact,” said Nonkqubela Maliza,Corporate and Government Affairs Director at VWGA.
“By partneringwithNGOs consistently,we can reach more peopleinneed of helpand makealasting difference. For us, corporate social investment is exactly that: an intentional investment in upliftingthe communitiesinwhich we belongand operate.”
used to deliver basicservices such as water, electricity,cleaningofillegal dumping sites and many other criticalservices, hasbeen used to payanindividualwho is sitting at homedoing nothing,"itstated.
"The EFFwilltherefore bringamotion in the NMBMC to begin andresolve disciplinary proceedings against Nqwazi urgently
"The EFFwishestomake it clear thatwe willinnoshape or form support anysettlement agreement with Nqwazi, whohas alreadybeen accused of defraudingthe municipality using tenders,and hasnow defrauded the municipality by beingremunerated foralmost three years whilst on suspension.
"The R6.5 million settlement, whichshe has reportedly agreed to, is aslap in the face of the residents of Nelson Mandela Baywho suffer indignity on adaily basis,"the EFF concluded.
Speaking to PE Express, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipalityspokesperson, Sithembiso Soyaya,confirmed that the matter relating to the suspended Nqwazi remainsactive and is being processed throughbothinternal disciplinary channels andongoing court proceedings.
"Toclarify,the courtcasearises from a SpecialInvestigating Unit (SIU)investigation into COVID-19-relatedprocurement, which has also been raised beforethe PortfolioCommittee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs,reflectingthe seriousness of the matter and thelevel of national oversight," he said.
"Thecharges beforethe courtinclude fraud, corruption,and allegedcontraventions of the MunicipalFinance Management Act, all stemmingfromCOVID-19 procurement matters identified through the SIUinvestigation."
Soyaya stated thatgiven this context, the Municipality is legally required to ensure thatits internal disciplinary processesdo notinterfere with, duplicate,orprejudice the judicial proceedings,whilstfully complying with labour law anddue processrequirements
"From agovernanceperspective,the precautionarysuspension remainsalegally prescribed administrative measure, nota sanction,intendedtoprotect the integrity of the institution andthe investigative process," he said
"Weacknowledgepublic concernregardingthe duration of the processand the associatedfinancial implications. However, these matters arecomplex, evidence-driven, andsubjecttostrictlegal frameworks, and must be concludedina manner thatisfair, lawful, anddefensible."
He added thatthe Municipality hasprioritisedthe finalisation of this matter within the confinesofthe law
"Inthe interim, municipal operations and servicedeliverycontinueuninterrupted, supported by acting leadershiparrangements to ensure continuity, accountability, andadministrative stability," he said
"Further updateswill be providedatan appropriate stage,inlinewith legal considerations."
Inspiringthenext generationof waterguardians
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality(NMBM), together with theIndependentElectoral Commission (IEC), recentlyvisited UrbanAcademy PrivateHighSchoolinDespatch. Learners were engaged on the importance of registering to vote,withinformation shared about theupcomingvoter registration weekendtaking place on 20 and 21 June.The NMBM team also hosted an awareness session on smartwater use, hygiene, and sanitation. Throughinteractivelessons andhands-onactivities,learners were introducedtosimple everyday habits that help conserve water andprotect theenvironment. Theinitiative aims to encourageresponsible water use by educatingyoung people
EXCELSIOR Rugby Football Club, one of the oldest clubs in the Uitenhage and District Rugby Football Union, is marking its 100th anniversary this year with aseries of centenary events celebrating alegacy shapedbyresilience, community upliftment and adistinctive brand of rugby that has drawn support from acrossthe EasternCapefor generations
Established in 1926 and affectionately known as “Blou Straal” (Blue Streak), the club has built areputation over decades for its exciting running rugby, with supporters travellingacrossthe province to witness its style of play.
Speaking to UD Express,Excelsior spokesperson Eric Van Willing saidthe club has planned ayear-long programme of events to commemoratethe milestone.
“We have anumber of eventsspanning across the year, including arugby tournament, Golden Oldies and bingo night, aLegends Gala Dinner, hightea, afamily sports day,and agala dinner and awards ceremony,” he said.
“The organisingcommittee of the club is inviting all former members and the public to follow our Facebookpage, Excelsior RFC and advertising campaigns for purchasing of tickets and to be more involved in the futureevents,” Van Willing added.
Whilethe full cost of the celebrations has not yet been finalised, he said the executive committee is currently drafting budgets.
“Thereisaconcerted effort toget as many sponsorsonboard forthe ultimate success of all these initiatives,”hesaid.
Beyond the celebrations, the centenary marksasignificant achievement for aclub that has endured decades of challenges,including the impact of apartheid and later structural changes within rugby in the region.
Despiteperiods where its survival was underthreat, Excelsior rebuiltitselffrom the lowest leagues.
“We had to startinthe lowest leagues and gain promotiontowhere weare today,” Van Willingsaid. “That journey included the Lawton Fourie League, progressing through the Fred Hufkie and WellmanHarmse leagues, and intothe Adams Cup and the EPRUGrand Challenge.”
Van Willing said the club regards reaching 100 years as its greatestmilestone,
TheExcelsior RFC’scommittee are, at the back from left,Steven Minnie (Sponsorship),LécolnHanse (Treasurer), ReginaldPotgieter (Coachingand Development)and LinkenJansen
Joseph Pylett (Fundraising).
particularly given the difficulties faced since the amalgamation of rugbyclubs in Uitenhagein1992.
“Manybelievedthe club would be dissolved, but dedicated membersshowed their character and lovefor Excelsior and started the rebuilding process,” he said.
The club has produced anumber of notable figures in rugby over the years.
“Theseinclude formerEasternProvince player Pieter Swartz, the late Uitenhage District RugbyUnion captain Sydney Langbooi, Eastern ProvinceRugby Union executive member Phillip Joseph, and Springbok Sevens player and SA Women’s Rugby coachDenver Wannies,”Van Will-
ing said.“Other prominentnames include Farouk Caesar and Ryan Brown, as well as Shaun Oliver.”
Currently,Excelsior has around 250 activesenior players and is in the process of registering an under-21 side.
“We are growing and attracting players from different areas,” he said,noting that structured leagues for younger age groups remainlimited
Over the years, the club hasplayed an active role in the local community.
“We havebeen involvedinproviding food parcels, running soup kitchens, and adopting alocal school where we offer coaching clinics and support with kit,”
Van Willingsaid. He addedthatthe clubhas evolved significantly from its early years
“Wenow have younger members on our executive, whichhelps us better understand andengage with thenext generation,and we have introducedmoreformal structures to ensure accountability,” he said Looking ahead, theclubaimstobuildon its legacy by expanding access to rugby, particularly amongyoung people
“Wewanttointroduce moreboys and girls to thesportand create asafe space for children of all agestoparticipate,” Van Willing concluded.
ON 10 April, Despatch Preparatory School, fondly known as “the school on the hill,” celebrated its 54th birthdaywitha vibrant dayfilled with fun, laughter, and togetherness. Learners, all dressed in white, created astriking “#54” formation on the school grounds, captured by drone footage as a proud symbol of the school’s legacy
The celebrations weresweetened with cakefor every learner.
Ahighlight of the day was the playful energy shared between staff and learners.
Teachers joined in the spirit of celebration with aplayful cake fight, running around andsqueezingleftover icingfrom cake boxes onto one another’s faces.
The laughter wascontagious, with learnersdelighting in the cheerful“fighting” and the shared moments of fun.
The school mascot alsobrought excitement by introducing anew Thando song,getting learners dancing and celebrating as one.
Adding meaning to the festivities, learners took part in acoin drive, filling a“54” outline with coins to raise funds for the school’s growing robotics and coding department.
In astatement the school said that the celebration reflected not only itsproud history, but also itscommitment to abright and innovative future.
(Deputy Chairman). In front areGeorge Maarman(Chairman),Andrey Davids (President) andEric van Willing(Secretary).Absent: Rhynovan Heerden (Players Affairs)and
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ROAD closures willbeineffect across Nelson MandelaBay on 18 and 19April to accommodatethe ISUZU Ironman African Championship weekend, which includes the Corporate Triathlon Challenge and 5150onSaturday and the main Ironman event on Sunday Residents are advised totakenoteof temporary road closures in partsofthe Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, which will be in effecttoaccommodate the race and ensure the safety of both athletes and spectators.
Event dates:
Saturday18April 2026: ISUZU Corporate Triathlon Challenge(CTC) and ISUZU5150 Beach Road/Marine Drive between Driftsands Drive and Noordhoek Camp Site impacted between05:00 and 12:00. Full road closure on MarineDrive between Second Avenue andNoordhoek Campsite
• Access Cape Recife/ Pine Lodge/ SANCOBB via NMU campus Marine DriveGate
• Access Something Good/ SummerstrandLifesaving Club via the 8th Avenue crossover.
• Partial road closureonMarine Drive/ Beach Drive between Second Avenue and Driftsands Drive
• City-bound lanesare open
• Summerstrand-bound lanesare closed Access Schoenmakerskop,Willowsand Noordhoek via Walmer and Victoria Drive.
Note: The promenade between Hobie Beach and Kings Beach will serve as the CTC/5150 run course.
Sunday19April 2026: ISUZU Ironman South AfricaAfrican Championship Summerstrand and Humewood: The Humewoodand Summerstrand beach front roads,Marine Drive, Beach Road, Humewood Road: All lanes closed to traffic from Admiralty Way tothe M4/ Walmer Boulevard from 05:00to midnight
• Humerail Spar /PerrottAvenue,accessiblevia Forest Hill Drive/Mitchell Street
• Driftsands Drivecity-bound lane will be closed (direction M4)from05:00 to midnight
VOLKSWAGENGroup Africa (VWGA) has reachedanother major milestone with the production of the500 000th unit of thecurrent Polo for theexport market.
The milestone vehicle was aCrystal Ice Blue,right–hand–drive Polo destinedfor theUnitedKingdom, whichisone of VWGA’s main export markets.
The current Polo has been in productionatPlant Kariega since 2021.Onaverage it takes three daysand 1985 sets of handstobuild one Polo, with around 1400 individualparts comingtogether to createthispopularVolkswagen model Overthe past30years, fourgenerations of thePolo have been produced in Kariega, showingthe plant’s long-standing stature of building this iconic model.
In 2024, Plant Kariegabecame the sole global exporter of the Polo to 38 international markets.
Earlier this year, the Polo was voted “BestSmall Car” in the50th editionof Auto Motor und Sports Best Cars readers poll, which is the largestcar reader survey in Europe.
Additionally, the Polo was recently announced by CAR as the winner in the SmallCars segment in its 2026Top 12 Best Buys.
The Polo remains afavourite in South Africa. At the pointofachievingthis milestone, VWGA had produced 2044 761 PolosinKariega. Of these, 596 631 were sold in the local market, while 1448 130 have been exported. The current facelift Polo accounts for51.2% of all Polos built for export since 1996 Germany is now the biggest export market forthe Polo, with 124 711 vehicles shipped between 2020 and 2026, followed closely by the United Kingdom at 113 171 units.
via La Roche Drivebehindthe Garden Court
• LodgeRoadand BoardwalkRoadaccessible via the Boardwalk Mallback premises from SecondAvenue(McDonald’s)
• Second Avenue,closedfromMarine Driveto Skegness Avenue
• Kings Beach, Hobie Beach, Pollock Beach and Pipe Beach parking areas, closed to vehicular traffic
South End,Walmer and Mt Pleasant: Walmer Boulevard/Heugh Road/Buffelsfontein from M4 to Mount Pleasant: All roadsconnecting along Walmer Boulevard, Heugh Road and Buffelsfontein Road will be closed from 05:00 to 17:00 withcross-over points at the following intersections:
• Forest Hill Drivetrafficmay access Walmer Blvd,turn right and head towards theharbour /M4 Highway
• 1stAvenue Walmer left turn ontoWalmer Blvd turning right intoForestHill Driveorcontinuing to the M4 /SettlersHighway
• 3rdAvenue Walmer left turn ontoWalmer Blvd turning right intoForestHill Driveorcontinuing to the M4 /SettlersHighway
• 6th Avenue Walmer
• 9th Avenue Walmer 10th Avenue Walmer
• SwiftAvenue/asolGarage
2026 is aspecialyearfor VWGA;not only does the company celebrate 75 years of building vehicles in South Africa, it also marks 30 years of Polo production in Kariega.
“Reaching the milestone of producing
• 17th Avenue Walmer
• Walter Road
• Melsetter Road
• Saddlewood Villas into Hilltop
SeaviewRoad, from Mt Pleasant to BushyPark:
Road.
Full Road closurebetween 05:00 and 16:45 with the following concessions: Milkwood Lane residents mayexit up to 07:15 viaLink Road andreturn after16:30
• Deer Park and BushyPark residentsmay exit up to 07:15 viaOld Seaviewlower road and return after 16:30
Note: Kini Bay and Seaview residents are not affected if travelling via Colleen Glen.
HeronRoadand Sardinia BayRoad(GrassRoof and Sardinia BayGolfEstate): Full Road closure between 05:00 and 16:45 with the following concessions: Grass Roof accessiblevia Link Road/Old SeaviewRoad. Patronsmustpark in Link Road and walk acrossSeaview Road to Grass Roof at the controlledpedestrian crossing.
• Sardinia BayGolfEstateVehicles mayleave up to 07:15 andmusttravelvia Heron Road to Seaview Road andcross intoLinktoexit in the direction of Kragga Kamma/Lorraineand return after16:30.
• Sardinia BayRoadresidentsmay exit left
the 500 000th current generation Polo is aproud moment for ourProduction and Logisticsteam,” said Ulrich Schwabe, VWGA Production Director. “This milestone shows the hard work, skill, and dedication of everyemployee at Plant
Victoria Drive, Schoenmakerskop, TheWillows Resort up to NMU: Full Road Closure from 05:00 -17:00 with the following concessions:
• Guests, staff and residentsofSchoenmakerskop Villageand the Willow Resortsmay leavetheir premises and travel in the direction of NMU,exiting via the back gate until 08:00
• The WillowsResortsguests, Traffic Controlled convoy departing from Victoria Drive/Glendore Road intersection to The Willowsat14:00
• The WillowsResortsguests, Traffic Controlled convoy departing from The Willowsat14:15 along MarineDrivetoexit at NMUback gate
PineLodge,Cape RecifeReserve and SANCOBB:
Access Cape Recife, Pine Lodge and SANCOBB in the road verge lane parallel to Marine Drive between NMU Marine Drive Gate and Pine Lodge Road between 05:00 and midnight. Enter NMU campus from University Way or Strandfontein Road. For emergencies on race day, the public can contact 079 266 6263.
delivering
Kariega. Our people have dedicated three decades to building and
this beloved vehicle to our customers, and theseteams are the reason the Polo continues to shine, both here at home and across the world.”
GARDENER
The funeral service of the late BRENDALL (58yrs) will take place on Sunday, 19/04/2026 at 11am from the OLD APOSTOLIC CHURCH, KHAYAMNANDI, DESPATCH. Deeply mourned by his family and friends.
ERF24091 UITENHAGE LOST OR DESTROYED DEED
The Department of Social Development, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan District, UitenhageCommunity Development Centre, is requested anyonewith information with regards to thebiological parents of the Gunguluza childrenin place of safety.Would the biologicalparents Ms AnamGunguluza and
Noticeishereby givenin termsof regulation 68 of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to applyfor theissue of acertified copy of Deed of Transfer T.95458 /1999CTN, passed by THE UITENHAGE TRANSITIONAL LOCAL COUNCILinfavourof
ZOLILE WILSON MANEKWANA, Identity Number: 4501245334084, Unmarried,inrespectof
ERF 643DESPATCH
LOST OR DESTROYED DEED
Notice is hereby givenin termsofregulation68ofthe DeedsRegistriesAct, 1937, of the intentiontoapplyfor the issueofacertifiedcopy of Deed of Transfer Number T8015/2020 passedby1.The Executorinthe Estate of the late ANDRIES MATTHYS
JOHANNE SO ELOFSE, Estate Number000566 /2016, and2.LENETTE
JO HANNA OELOFSE, Identity Number520311
SusannahFourieprepares forannualsportsfestival
@WORKisbaasinDespatch-rolbal
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DIE @WORK-span het dieDespatch-rolbalklub se eerste Besigheidsliga-kompetisievan diejaar gewen.
Die span, bestaandeuit MornéBotha, Connor Meyer,Marius DelportenAnton Davis, het Deon vander Merwe Prokureurs om dietitel geklop.
@WORK het met 224 punte teenoor 203 gewenvolgens ’n Pro10-formaatin’n kompetisie wat oorvyf rondes gespeelis.
Die tweede en laaste kompetisiewordin Oktober/November beslis.
Rolling Fire, wat verlede jaar se kompetisie gewenhet, moes diékeermet die
sesdeplektevrede wees
DieDespatch-klubhet ookvir dieeerste keer’nkompetisietussendie Bo-dorp en dieOnder-dorpgehou.
“Dit was uiters opwindenden’nbaie grootsukses metaltesaam 46 spelers wat in aksie was.Ons gaan ditindie toekoms beslisweeraanbied,” sê WouterMinnie, uitvoerende komiteelid.
DieBo-dorpendie Onder-dorp hetalbei drie wedstryde gewen en dieBo-dorphet met’nskoot profytvan 11 as wenneruit diestryd getree.Skootprofyt is dieverskil tussen dieskote wat ’n span aanteken en dieskote wat teendaardie span aangeteken word.
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Genealogical Society of SA: Afamilyhistory meeting will be heldonThursday,16April,in theLolly Shtein Hall at Laubscher Park West at 14:30 for15:00.Liz Eshmade will speak aboutthe significanceofcemeteriesinresearching families. Contact John Wilmotat 068 802 1518 or jaysqh@iafrica.com. EntrepreneurFair:Getexcited forthe Annual Entrepreneur Fair on 27 April, from 10:00 to 18:00 at theMalabar CommunityCentreinHaworthia Drive.Callingall youth, small businesses and newideas to attend.Vendor stalls areavailable.Contact081 2879847. Moedersdag Damestee: Bederf jou ma, ouma of tantemet 'n kaartjie na die Moedersdag Damestee wat op 9Mei om 14:00 by Arabest op Despatchgaan plaasvind.Dit dien as fondsinameling tenbatevan 'n Kariega paartjie,Ian Rudman en EileenCronje,wat albei in 2025
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Susannah Fourie PrimarySchool’s annual sportsfestival will,once again, be sponsored by Despatch Superspar.Itistaking place on Friday,17Apriland Saturday,18Aprilwith hundreds of girls and boys participating in 129 netball and 67 rugbymatches during thisweekend. Ateam from SusannahFourie paid avisit to Despatch Superspar owner,PaulBarnes, to thank himfor alwayssupportingthe school as well as the community.Pictured, at theback, areUrie(schoolmascot), Daelina Grobler(Principal), Aphelele Phuwani (U/13rugby), PaulBarnes (Despatch Superspar), Cody Heenan (U/13 netball), Marius Oelofse(Deputy Principal). In front areViweMrwashu (U/8netball), and MiguelKeet(U/8 rugby).
metkankergediagnoseer is.Die damestee gaan 'n Tjhoko demonstrasie, gasspreker,lekkereetgoed en stalletjies insluit.Kaartjiesisbeperk en beloop R200 perpersoon. Virkaartjies,donasies,skenkingsenmeer inligting,kontak Lizette by 084406 2123 of Karenby081 3998521. Caritas ServiceCentre: Caritas welcomesseniorcitizens to become membersand enjoyfriendlycompanionship,and make friends. Meals areavailable on orderdaily. Thetearoom is openevery second Fridayofthe month. Trigym, pilatesand line dancing fitness sessions areheld Mondays to Thursdays.Ablood pressureclinic is available monthly. Thereare alsoalibrary, artsand crafts,canasta,knitting groupsand social outings. The hall at 16 West Street,NewtonPark, is alsoavailable forweddingsand parties. Contact066 111 2497 Mondays to Fridaysfrom 08:30 to 12:30
Send your Diary entriestoudexpress@novusmedia.co.za. Thedeadlinefor entriesisTuesdaysat 10:00.Entriesmay be in English or Afrikaans.
The VictoryRaceway will present their EasternProvinceRegional and Club ChampionshipRound 3on Saturday,18April. Gates will open at 13:00,and racing will start from 18:00. VictoryRaceway is situatedinVictoriaDrive, Walmer.Entry is R70for adults, R40for children under 12, andR50 per vehicle for trackparking. The classes competing are1600Saloons,1660s,2.1 Modifieds,Hot Rods, HeavyMetals and AmericanSaloons. Avariety of foodstalls will be available. For more information contactMaggie on 082 656 8830. Pictured is the 2.1Modified class.
@WORKsewenspanisMorné Botha, Connor Meyer, AnnaMinnie(mede-organiseerder) en Marius Delport. Anton Davis was afwesig
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DIE jong Kaydee Billet vandie VW Pirates-bofbalspan in Kariegahet grootlof gekryvir sy puikspel by dieSuid-Afrikaanse kampioenskappe in Boksburg Ongelukkigkon hy nieverhoed dat dieNelsonMandelabaaiseo.10-spanin diehalfeindronde teen dieuiteindelike wenner, Cape Town Baseball Federation, vasval nie.
Die Oos-Kaapsespanhet deurgaans goed gevaar, maar net oordie laastehekkie gestruikelomdie eindstryd te haal. Dáár het dieCapeTown Amet 13-12 teen Gauteng
Agewen.Kaydee hetstewige kolfwerk gelewer en in diebuiteveld veldwerkgedoen waarhynormaalweg op tweede rusdiens doen. Hy toongroot belofte virdie toekomsen diswat sy klubafrigter, Terrence Gouws, so opgewonde maak. “Kaydee is beslisiemand om doptehou,” sê hy ZenaziDobelavan dieLaerskool Albertyn was ooklid vandie Oos-Kaapse span Diehulpafrigter, AceFundam,sêdie seunshet met“hart en siel”gespeel en dathyuiterstrots is op hulvertonings Aceisook dieafrigtervan Dollarbees se junior span in KwaNobuhle
