Dit is weer heerlike lente en ook die seisoen waartydens matriekleerlinge hul skooldae op hul matriekafskeid vaarwel roep. Dorinique Williams het net so mooi soos die vrolike vygies in die Karoowoestyn Nasionale Botaniese Tuin in Worcester op haar foto-sessie die afgelope Dinsdag geblom. Dorinique is die hoofmeisie van die Hoërskool Breërivier. Matrieks is welkom om hul afskeidsfoto’s vir publikasie-oorweging na worcesterstandard@novusmedia.co.za te e-pos, met hul naam, van en in watter skool hulle is. Foto: BrightCam/Marike Knutsen
Inwoners ruk op oor kragaankope
Kredietmaatreëls opgeskort
Die gort was verlede week gaar in die Langeberg-munisipaliteit met ontstelde verbruikers wat die afgelope week in lang rye by munisipale kantore gestaan het.
Inwoners was verslae nadat hulle krag gekoop het, maar minimale eenhede ontvang het, nadat nuwe kredietbeheermaatreëls ingestel is. Kragaankope word beperk of konvensionele elektrisiteit word afgesny indien die verbruiker agterstallig is.
Inwoners sê dié stap was onverwags. Van hulle se rekeninge is foutief en wys glo dat hulle derduisende rande agterstallig is. Van die inwoners blameer die nuwe munisipale rekeningstelsel, wat aan CCG Systems toegeken is.
Die munisipaliteit het die afgelope Donderdag (25 September) in ’n kennisgewing op sy Facebook-blad aangekondig dat die implementering van die kredietbeheermaatreëls op agterstallige rekeninge tydelik
gestaak word, omdat ’n groot aantal inwoners betalingsreëlings wou tref. Standard Breërivier Gazette het vroeër berig ’n groep sakelui en inwoners het op 7 Augustus ’n petisie aan die munisipaliteit oorhandig. Hulle was bekommerd oor foutiewe rekeninge wat groot kragverbruikers duur te staan kom en die munisipaliteit se inkomste kan beïnvloed. Hulle het ook vrae oor die finansiële bestuur gehad. Die groep het vandeesweek ’n brief aan Standard Breederivier Gazette gestuur.
“Ten spyte van inwoners se duidelike eise vir ’n volledige raadsvoorlegging oor die CCG-stelsel, ’n onafhanklike ondersoek na die goedkeuring en implementering daarvan en ’n dringende herstel van gesonde begrotings- en finansiële beheer, het die munisipaliteit verkies om die petisie deur onbehoorlike prosedurele vereistes te probeer stilmaak,” het die brief gelui. Inwoners beweer die jongste ongeouditeerde finansiële state dui aan dat die petisie geldig was.
Verspreidingsverliese het volgens hulle gestyg van 5,76% in 2024 tot 16,89% in 2025, wat meer as 51 miljoen kWh teen ’n koste van R143 miljoen verteenwoordig. Dit is byna vier keer die vorige jaar se R39 miljoen. Slegteskuld-afskrywings het glo meer as verdubbel – van R13,8 miljoen (2024) tot R28,1 miljoen (2025).
Hulle skryf waardedalings (impairments) op debiteure het van R15,6 miljoen in 2024 tot R65,9 miljoen in 2025 toegeneem. Die groep vra dat die petisie op ’n raadsvergadering ter tafel gelê word. Die munisipaliteit het reageer dat die verhaling van agterstallige rekeninge gestaak is – ook die beperkings op die aankoop van voorafbetaalde krag.
Rekeninghouers wat minder elektrisiteit ontvang het hoewel hul rekeninge nie agterstallig was nie, sal vergoed word. Hulle kan die hoofklerk by die betaalpunte by 023 626 8265 of LSibara@langeberg.gov.za kontak.
Inwoners kan ook die hulplyn by 0860 88 1111 skakel. “Ons bly toegewy daaraan om hierdie uitdagings doeltreffend op te los,” het die munisipale bestuurder, Daniël Lubbe, gesê.
Ronél van Jaarsveld
Donderdag, 2 Oktober 2025
Tel: 023 347 0968
Deurnag in die ry
Ronél van Jaarsveld
Ure lank, regdeur die nag, staan mense in ’n lang ry in die hoop om by die Phelophepa-gesondheidstrein in Worcester gehelp te word. Die meeste van dié mense is bejaard of nie gesond nie. Dié lang rye wys hoe groot die behoefte aan basiese gesondheidsdienste is.
Die trein is ’n mobiele kliniek wat deur die land reis om gesondheidsdienste te
lewer. Dit is ’n projek van Roche en Transnet, wat sedert 1994 hulp aan miljoene Suid-Afrikaners verskaf het. Die trein was van Maandag 15 September tot hierdie Donderdag, 2 Oktober, in Worcester. Die aanvraag na die dienste hier was aansienlik groter as wat verwag is en het uitdagings meegebring. Meer as 300 mense het vroeg Maandagoggend (29 September) daar gesit en wag.
Hulle sê hulle het reeds Sondag om 12:00 in die ry kom sit. Hulle het deur die nag met komberse om hulle op die grond, op kamp-
stoele of op matrasse, wat van die huis af gebring is, by die Worcester-stasie geslaap om nie hul plek in die ry te verloor nie.
“Teen vanmiddag tweeuur, wanneer ons hoop om gehelp te word, sou ons al langer as 26 uur in hierdie ry wees,” het een van die vroue gesê. Die groep het gekla dat daar geen ligte deur die nag was nie en hulle onveilig gevoel het omdat oproerige haweloses naby bly.
Toegang tot toiletgeriewe was glo beperk en hulle moes hul draaie in die bos gaan loop. Daar is ook nie ’n plek naby waar iets gekoop kan word om te eet of te drink nie – en ook nie vullisdromme nie.
Die toustaners, wat meestal in die ry was om hul oë te laat toets, het gesê hulle wag jare lank al tevergeefs om dié dienste by die staatshospitaal te ontvang. “ ’n Bril kos duisende rande. Ons kry pensioen van slegs R2 000 per maand. Hoe op aarde moet ons ’n bril bekostig? Ons hoop ons kan hier gehelp word,” het Patricia Goeieman gesê.
Haar man, Moos, het al ’n beroerte gehad. Albei van hulle het deurnag in die ry gesit.
Lauren Uys-Rittzé van die kantoor van die onderburgemeester, Juben von Willingh, het gesê die trein het weens herske-
dulering vroeër opgedaag as wat beplan is. “Dit het uitdagings meegebring wat ons probeer hanteer het soos dit opgeduik het,” het sy gesê. “Meer mense het opgedaag as wat ons verwag het. Ons het glad nie gedink dat mense oor naweke reeds sal opdaag en deur die nag voor die trein slaap nie. Ons gee in samewerking met ’n groep organisasies elke dag vir diegene in die ry iets om te eet en te drink.
“Ons moes ook toegangsbeheer by die badkamer toepas, omdat die toeloop van mense veroorsaak het dat moeilik was om skoon te hou,” het sy verduidelik.
Die Phelophepa-trein het ook sy eie stel huisreëls waaraan voldoen moet word wanneer dit in ’n dorp stilhou.
“Wanneer die trein weer hier aandoen, weet ons wat om te verwag en kan ons beter daarvoor voorberei,” het Uys-Rittzé gesê.
Die trein hanteer ongeveer 140 pasiënte per dag by die oogkliniek, 110 by tandheelkunde, 80 by die algehele gesondheidkliniek, tussen 40 en 50 mense by kankersifting en ’n wisselende hoeveelheid mense wat sielkundige hulp nodig het.
Dit beteken tussen 400 en 500 mense per dag kry mediese hulp vir ’n tydperk van drie weke.
Toustaners het deur die nag voor die trein geslaap om nie hul plek in die ry te verloor nie.
Mense het al van Sondag af tougestaan in die hoop om gehelp te word by die Phelophepa-gesondheidstrein.
Kommer oor nuwe erwe
Ronél van Jaarsveld
Inwoners in Somersetpark in Worcester het hul kommer oor ’n beoogde residensiële ontwikkeling in hul woonbuurt uitgespreek.
Volgens kennisgewings wat aan inwoners uitgereik is, word 30 erwe vir bekostigbare behuising oorkant Maitlandstraat uitgesit. Dit is in die oop deel tussen die woonbuurt en die N1-snelweg.
Die erwe is sowat 400 m ² groot en inwoners sê dat die gemiddelde erwe in die woonbuurt aansienlik groter is. Hulle is bekommerd dat dit ’n effek op hul eiendomswaardes kan hê.
Die omgewingsimpakstudies is reeds gedoen en daar is vergaderings met inwoners oor die ontwikkeling gehou. Al die inwoners het blykbaar nie kennisgewings ontvang nie.
’n Residensiële ontwikkeling met 30 huise word langs Somersetpark beoog, tussen die bestaande woonbuurt en die N1-snelweg.
stroom die risiko loop om te oorstroom, is ook geopper. Die munisipaliteit het glo in vergaderings aangedui dat die sloot dieper gemaak sal word om die risiko te verminder.
kwellinge.
Standard Breederivier Gazette het vrae hieroor aan die Breedevallei-munisipaliteit (BVM) gerig.
In terugvoering is egter aangedui dat die munisipaliteit nie die saak met die media kan bespreek nie.
BVM het wel bevestig dat ’n aansoek om stadsbeplanning tans in proses is. ’n Advertensie hieroor is op 4 September in dié koerant gepubliseer. Die aansoek is beskikbaar vir inspeksie en openbare kommentaar kan by die stadsbeplanningskantoor op die derde vloer van die munisipale gebou in Worcester ingedien word.
BVM sê inwoners kan Karen Fouche by 023 348 2622, kfouche@bvm.gov.za of planning@bvm.gov.za kontak met enige navrae. Die sluitingsdatum vir kommentaar is 6 Oktober.
Die deel wat ontwikkel gaan word, is volgens een inwoner ’n ekologies sensitiewe gebied omdat daar ’n waterstroom deurloop wat van die Worcesterdam onderdeur die pad verby die woonbuurt kronkel voor dit later by die Breërivier aansluit.
Kommer dat die erwe naby aan die
Volgens die inwoner is daar reeds sowat drie hektaar se veld geskraap en plantegroei is verwyder. Hy het vrae oor bedreigde fynbos wat moontlik in hierdie deel groei.
“Moes die munisipaliteit nie magtiging gehad het om van hierdie plantegroei te verwyder nie?” wou hy weet.
Hoe dié ontwikkeling die verkeer gaan beïnvloed, is ook een van die
BVM sê ook diegene met kommer oor die ontwikkeling en die omgewingsimpakstudie kan die relevante owerhede kontak. Die kontakpersoon wat BVM verskaf, is Marius Venter, die adjunkdirekteur vir omgewing en beplanningsappèl by die departement van omgewingsake en ontwikkelingsbeplanning in Kaapstad. Geen verdere kontakbesonderhede is verskaf nie.
Diewe steel weer motorfietse uit erwe
Ronél van Jaarsveld
hou,” het AO Vathiswa Jacobs van die Worcester-polisie gesê.
Inwoners van Worcester het die afgelope paar maande onder ’n vlaag motorfietsdiefstalle deurgeloop.
“Die soort motorfietse wat gesteel word is die kleiner soort, soortgelyk aan afleweringsmotorfietse. Die vlaag diefstalle het verlede jaar begin, veral in die Meiringspark-gebied, maar ook in landelike gebiede. Nadat ons iemand in hegtenis geneem het, het dit opge -
“Vanjaar sien ons dat dit weer opvlam. Daar was ’n paar gevalle aan die begin van die jaar, maar dit word nou al hoe meer. Die meeste van hierdie diefstalle gebeur snags.”
Buurtwaggroepe het inwoners gewaarsku om hul motorfietse snags buite sig agter ’n hek of in ’n motorhuis te bêre.
Daar word vermoed dat mense deur
die dag huise dophou en identifiseer waar daar motorfietse is. In een geval in Somersetpark is daar glo honde vergiftig voordat die mans die motorfiets gedurende die nag probeer steel het. In van die gevalle word die motorhuisdeure selfs oopgedwing om by die motorfiets uit te kom. Inwoners word aangemoedig om nie die geblaf van hul honde te ignoreer nie en om enige verdagtes in hul woonbuurte aan te meld.
Ons Spesialiseer in
Derde Party Eise
Was u of u familie beseer in ‘n motorvoertuig ongeluk?
Het u ‘n broodwinner afgestaan aan die dood as gevolg van ‘n motorvoertuig ongeluk?
Wag u vir u eis om af te handel maar niks gebeur nie?
Ons Prokureurs Firma kan u dalk help.
Klasmaats kuier 50 jaar later weer
Vyftig jaar nadat hulle die skoolbanke verlaat het, het ’n groep oudleerders van Worcester Gimnasium weer heerlik saamgekuier.
Die matriekklas van 1975 het ná baie beplanning vir dié groot reünie van 12 tot 14 September by Worcester Gimnasium byeengekom.
Die skool het sy oorsprong reeds in 1872 gehad. Die oorspronklike seuns en meisieskole het later saamgesmelt en WorcesterOos Hoërskool (voorheen die handelskool) is ook bygevoeg om Worcester Gimnasium te vorm.
Dié groep leerlinge was die laaste standerd 6klas (gr. 8) van Worcester Boys High en Girls High.
Hulle het al voorheen 20 jaar, 30 jaaren 40 jaarreünies gehou. In Mei verlede jaar het vier van die klasmaats in Stellenbosch bymekaargekom en begin om die vyftigste reünie te beplan. Dit was ’n groot uitdaging om almal weer op te spoor. Van die oudleerders het gehelp met geld vir die reünie en borge is ook genader.
Die groep het die Vrydagaand by die Worcester Gimnasium se klubhuis byeengekom waar die klasmaats en oudonderwysers saamgekuier het. Die Saterdag het die groep ’n wynproegeleentheid by Nuykelder bygewoon en die Sondag het hulle mekaar weer gegroet.
Die groep het besluit om in die skoolsaal, waar hulle 50 jaar gelede “parade” gehou het, ’n program met die tema “Paradedag September 1975” aan te bied. Een van die klasmaats het ’n klankopname van ’n parade wat in September 1975 gehou is, in die hande gekry. Dié klankopname se gehalte is deur ’n klankingenieur verbeter en hulle kon
Die matriekgroep van 1975 het weer heerlik saamgekuier.
weer daarna luister.
Die program is weer nagevolg – feitlik soos dit 50 jaar gelede was. Die groep het met die sing van Worcester Hoërskool se skoollied geopen. Dit is gevolg met hul matrieklied, “Come what may”, met begeleiding deur Helga Beyers. Sy was ook in 1975 die pianis.
Attie du Plessis, wat 50 jaar gelede ook die skriflesing gedoen het, het dit op die geleentheid weer soos van ouds gedoen.
’n Stemopname van Dirk Snyman (wat reeds oorlede is) se groot brag is gespeel en die hoofmeisie van 1975, Hettie Hugo Normand, het iets gesê.
Dit is gevolg deur ’n in memoriaitem
Die matriekklas van 1975 – 50 jaar gelede.
waar klasmaats en oudonderwysers wat reeds oorlede is, gedenk is deur kerse vir hulle aan te steek.
Nico Olivier, ’n oudonderwyser, het ook met die groep gepraat.
Van die 102 klasmaats het 56 die reünie bygewoon. Altesaam 16 kon nie die geleentheid meemaak nie en 14 van hulle kon nie opgespoor word nie. Sover bekend is 16 reeds oorlede.
Local’s photo One Eyeland finalist
A photograph by Les-Lee Lesch, a local studio photographer, was recently selected as a finalist in the One Eyeland Photography Awards. These awards are touted as the world’s largest photography awards for photographers, retouchers and computer graphics artists.
Her photo, “Cake on the Top”, was selected as a finalist in the category for Fine Art – Portrait.
The 27-year-old Lesch says she has a passion for creating warm, vintage-inspired imagery. “My aim has always been to create photos that are not only visually striking but also emotionally resonant.” She created the image in her studio in Worcester with Nadia van Wyk as her model.
“This achievement is a proud moment not only for my career, but also for showcasing local talent on an international stage. Being recognised in such a prestigious competition highlights the quality of
photography coming from our community,” she said.
Her journey as a photographer began seven years ago when she first picked up a camera out of curiosity. “I am largely self-taught, but in 2018 I obtained my photography diploma. However, I always say that it was not the qualification that shaped me into the photographer I am today. Much of my growth came through relentless practise, experimentation, and a deep love for the craft. Photography also runs in the family — my mother, Nadine Lesch, was a photographer in her younger years, and her influence inspired me to pursue this path,” she said.
“While I have photographed a variety of subjects, my true passion lies in portraiture — particularly fashion and beauty. I love the challenge of capturing individuality, personality, and emotion in every image. My goal has always been to create portraits that are timeless, telling a person’s story through my lens rather than simply documenting their appearance.”
Bekendes en blindes gou weer saam in die stuurkajuit
Die gewilde tv-persoonlikheid Johan Stemmet kom by ’n vorige Pioneer Rally se gala-geleentheid op die rooitapyt aan. Foto: verskaf/ Pionierskool vir Siggestremdes
Bekendes uit die vermaaklikheid-, sporten sakewêreld klim weer agter die stuur in met ’n blinde navigator aan hul sy wat die pad, volgens ’n braille-roetekaart wat deur die wêreldbekende renjaer Sarel van der Merwe saamgestel is, van We Buy Cars in Milnerton na Golden Valley Casino in Worcester aandurf.
Die Pionierskool is ongelooflik dankbaar vir die positiewe reaksie van sy ondersteuners. Al die tafels vir die galaaand is intussen uitverkoop.
Hierdie groot mylpaal sou onmoontlik gewees het sonder die steun van meelewende vennote en borge en veral ook die hoofborge, We Buy Cars, Golden Valley Casino en Fidelity Group Services, wat ’n baie groot bydrae tot die vooruitsigte van ’n suksesvolle Pioneer Rally op 25 Oktober lewer.
Dit is alles om hoop en geleenthede te bring vir die sig- en addisioneel gestremde leerders by Pionierskool vir Siggestremdes. Pionierskool is ’n toonaangewende en toegewyde opvoedkundige instelling wat reeds sedert 1881 ’n baken van hoop is vir leerders met sig- en
Koop 'n nuwe Mahindra in Oktober 2025 en kr y 'n GRATIS R10000
Aanbod slegs geldig by Bidvest McCarthy Mahindra Worcester tot Vrydag, 31 Oktober 2025 *Bepalings en voorwaardes geld.
addisionele gestremdhede. Pionierskool se omvattende kurrikulum van Graad R tot Graad 12 is in lyn met dié van siende hoofstroomleerders en integreer tradisionele akademiese vakke met gespesialiseerde dienste, vernuwende hulpbronne, lewensvaardighede en aanpasbare tegnologie. Benewens akademiese uitnemendheid bied Pionierskool ook ’n wye reeks aktiwiteite soos drama, swem, atletiek, doelbal en krieket, wat spesiale balle wat ouditiewe terugvoer gee, gebruik.
Pionierskool se sukses word gedryf
deur ’n span bekwame opvoeders en ’n multidissiplinêre span. Hierdie toegewyde span werk saam om ’n veilige omgewing te skep waar elke leerder kan floreer en hul volle potensiaal kan bereik om die wêreld met selfvertroue te kan betree. Pionierskool vir Siggestremdes is opreg dankbaar vir elke bydrae – klein of groot – wat help bou aan ’n toekoms vol moontlikhede vir sy leerders.
• Kontak Colleen / Cathy by marketing@pioneerschool.org.za of 023 342 2313 vir nog inligting.
Nadia van Wyk was the model in Les-Lee Lesch’s photo “Cake on the Top”.
Les-Lee Lesch is a finalist in an international photography competition.
Leaders vier 120 jaar!
’n Ware storie van ondernemingsgees en volharding staan vandag op die voorpunt van Leaders se meer as 120 jaar in die bedryf.
Dit is ’n hoofstuk wat begin het toe meer as 2 miljoen Jode tussen 1881 en 1920 uit Rusland gevlug het om vervolging vry te spring. Ekonomiese geleenthede het baie van hulle na Suid-Afrika gelok, waar hulle hul in Distrik Ses, Woodstock en ook in kleiner dorpe en landelike gebiede gevestig het. Een so man was Joseph Leader wat in 1897 in Worcester aangekom en as ’n smous gewerk het. Teen 1905 het hy J. Leader, ’n algemene handelaar en meubelwinkel in Baringstraat, op die been gebring.
In die 1930’s het sy seuns Philip en Jack by hom aangesluit.
’N ROEPING TOT FAMILIE EN MEUBELS VAN GEHALTE
Leaders, vernoem na die Joodse familie wat die onderneming besit het, is in 1976 deur Koos Hennig gekoop. Kobus, die oudste Hennig-seun, sluit in 1980 uit die wynbedryf by sy pa aan. Kort daarna, in 1986, word Neels ook gevra om by die familie-onderneming aan te sluit, waar hy vandag nog aan die stuur van sake is.
“In daardie jare was verbruikerspatrone aansienlik anders. Mense het geglo aan gehalte-meubels in die era van smart-hout, geelhout en embuia.
Hierdie tydlose stukke word vandag nog in baie huishoudings gebruik. Kredietkaarte was die uitsondering en ons het op skuld verkoop. Dit was altyd ’n risiko en het kontantvloei-uitdagings teweeggebring,” vertel Neels. Met vasberadenheid en goeie dienslewering het Leaders gegroei tot wat dit vandag is – ’n eenstop-huishoudelike diensverskaffer met alles van vloerbedekkings, blindings en meubels tot elektriese toestelle.
GROEI IN DIE HART VAN
WORCESTER
Leaders het in 2017 van die ou gebou na ’n nuwe perseel geskuif om meer parkering te bied en dit toegankliker vir
Gryffenberg en Jacob
klante te maak. Leaders is vandag, met ’n span van 15 toegewyde personeellede en ’n indrukwekkende vertoonlokaal van 800m², die grootste onafhanklike meubel-en-toebehorewinkel in die groter Breedevallei-omgewing.
“Ons sien ’n duidelike skuif in verbruikersgedrag. Verbruikerspatrone verander baie vinnig en ons sien gewis ’n tendens waar wegbeweeg word van die groter inkopiesentra na meer sentrale geriefseenhede. Onder huidige omstandighede raak naverkoopdiens al hoe belangriker. Mense koop graag by mense wat hulle kan vertrou, wat ongelukkig nie [altyd] by die aanlyn platforms moontlik is nie ,” verduidelik Neels.
TOP CARPETS & FLOORS –SEDERT 2003 DEEL VAN IETS GROTER
Leaders se vloerbedekkingsafdeling het ’n groot mylpaal in 2003 bereik deur by die Top Carpets & Floors-groep aan te sluit – SuidAfrika se voorste netwerk vloerafwerkingspesialiste.
Die Worcester-tak van Top Carpets & Floors bedien vandag die breër Boland-streek en spesialiseer in residensiële, kommersiële en versekeringsvereiste vloerbedekkingsprojekte. Klante kan kies uit ’n volledige reeks produkte van matte, viniel en gelamineerde hout tot blindings – alles professioneel geïnstalleer.
Top Carpets & Floors funksioneer op kernwaardes van uitnemendheid, deursigtigheid en professionaliteit, met ’n landwye netwerk van meer as 130 lede, wat jaarliks meer as 200 000 installasies landswyd uitvoer.
BESOEK VANDAG LEADERS & TOP CARPETS WORCESTER Kom kyk self waarom Leaders en Top Carpets & Floors Worcester die eerste keuse vir gehalte diens en betroubaarheid in die Breedevallei is. Besoek hulle in Tulbaghstraat 77 of skakel 023 342 2217. Of dit nou ’n nuwe sitkamerstel, vloerbedekking of net kundige raad is – Leaders is hier om jou huis ’n tuiste te maak.
to the owners and staff of Leaders on this incredible milestone! It is a testament to your dedication and hard work that your business has thrived for so many years, becoming an integral part of the Worcester community. We wish you continued success for many more years to come.
Van links is Leonie Geldenhuys, Emmelicia Swart, Neels Hennig, Chrisna Hugo, Carin
Gryffenberg.
NM10030511-BW021025
Vertoonlokaal met goeie diens
Leaders se vertoonlokaal bied ’n droom-inkopie-ervaring met sitkamerstelle om van te kies en te keur en meubels om aan enige TV-kamer of sitkamer ’n ontspanne atmosfeer te verleen.
’n Verskeidenheid kaste, geskik vir veeldoelige gebruik, is deel van Leaders se aanbiedinge.
Leaders se wye verskeidenheid elektriese toebehore sluit wasmasjiene en tuimeldroërs in.
Leaders het ’n verskeidenheid ys- en vrieskaste teen kompeterende pryse.
’n Wye verskeidenheid beddens en laaikaste is by Leaders beskikbaar.
Die logistieke span is (van links) Mo-Ain Ismail, Pieter Olivier en Ricardo Fredericks.
Die Top Carpet-span bestaan uit Danny, Dwayne, Gino, Llewellyn en Andries.
Strength and resilience of women celebrated
The “She Rises” community project recently celebrated ten incredibly resilient women in the community, honouring their courage and hard work on the journey of recovery.
The project was initiated by Odile Fredericks, a final-year social work student who is doing her practical at Bowl Addiction Treatment Services in Worcester, that acknowledges the profound strength and dignity these
women demonstrate every single day and to provide them with a well-deserved day of pampering and encouragement.
The guest speaker was Doreshia De Vos who gave her testimony and Khijidah Solomons shared her powerful poem.
The project thanked every sponsor, staff member and volunteer who helped make the day a success.
Toneelfees werp lig op uitdagings
Enrico Claassen
“ ’n Toneelfees uit die boonste gestoeltes”.
Dít is wat die Goliath Davids Legacy Project belowe wanneer verskeie hoëren laerskole asook dramagroepe van Worcester en elders eerskomende Dinsdag, Woensdag en Donderdag (7, 8 en 9 Oktober) altesaam 12 verhoogproduksies in die saal van die Nuwe Hoop-sentrum in Leipoldtlaan, Worcester, gaan opvoer.
Die toneelfees het sy ontstaan in 2016 in Heidelberg in die Suid-Kaap gehad. Vanjaar word dit vir die derde keer in Worcester aangebied.
Die Goliath Davids Legacy Project is ter ere van die ontslape veteraan-akteur Goliath Davids, wat in 2012 die tydelike met die ewige verruil het, gestig.
Lloyd Davids, die stigter van die projek en ’n afgetrede drama-onderwyser by Worcester Senior Sekondêr, verwys na Davids as ’n “baanbreker op die gebied van toneel, televisie en film in die Suid-Afrikaanse konteks”.
“Hy was die eerste bruin man wat werklik ’n deurbraak vir baie ander op SuidAfrikaanse bodem gemaak het en het die weg gebaan vir opkomende bruin akteurs,” sê Davids.
Die Goliath Davids Legacy Project is ’n geregistreerde organisasie sonder winsoogmerk, waar ondermeer werksessies, slypskole en toneelopvoerings as ’n opheffingstuig in gemeenskappe gebruik word.
Lloyd sê die missie en visie van die
projek is om mense die geleentheid te bied om die magiese wêreld van die verhoog te betree.
Volgens hom wil hulle mense in die fynere kuns van onder meer toneelspel en drama opvoed.
Lloyd verduidelik wat die toneelfees voorafgaan: “Ons stuur gewoonlik in die eerste kwartaal van elke skooljaar kennisgewings na alle skole [hoër- en laerskole] asook dramagroepe om vir die komende toneelfees, wat elke jaar in die September-skoolvakansie plaasvind, in te skryf.” Hy sê die Goliath Davids Legacy Project bied dan werksessies en slypskole aan om onderwysers te bemagtig om die kinders in toneelspel af te rig. Die kinders is dan deel van die betrokke werksessies en slypskole.
Lloyd sê na gelang van die werksessies en slypskole identifiseer die Goliath Davids Legacy Project, in samewerking met die onderwysers, kinders wat aan die produksie gaan deelneem. “Ons gee vir die skole ’n toneelstuk wat aangepas kan word, maar ons verkies dat skole ook met hul eie temas vorendag kom.”
Lloyd sê in aanstaande week se verhoogproduksies gaan maatskaplike euwels soos byvoorbeeld rampokkery en dwelmmisbruik in die kollig geplaas word. Elke verhoogproduksie duur sowat 40 minute. • Kaartjies kos R20 vir kinders van 12 jaar en jonger. Kinders van 13 en ouer betaal R30.
Bel Debbie Davids by 072 729 9501 om jou kaartjie te bespreek; kaartjies sal ook by die deur beskikbaar wees.
Die verrigtinge begin daagliks 18:00.
The “She Rises” community project celebrated the resilience of strong women in the community.
The first edition of the new monthly School Vibes e-supplement, a product of Standard Breederivier Gazette , is now live on our website!
‘School Vibes’ is live
"As the media landscape continues to evolve, so too must the way we share and support school news. With traditional print space becom -
Vacancies currently exist for contract bus drivers at our Worcester facility.
Job requirements:
• Grade 12
• EC license and valid PdP
• Minimum 5 years bus driving experience
• No criminal record
• Sober habits and good health
• Able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Able to do basic admin
Send CV to: gerhard.vanheerden@unitrans.co.za or apply via the Jobs portal on the Unitrans website www.unitrans.co.za
NM10030383-BW021025
Job Adver tisement:
Warehouse Assistant Stettyn Family Vineyards
Closing Date: 3 October 2025
Job Description: Stettyn Family Vineyards, located between Worcester and Villiersdorp in the Western Cape, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Warehouse Assistant to oversee the day-to-day operations in the storeroom. This role involves managing stock levels, receiving, and issuing of stock and to ensure the storeroom is well-maintained.
Responsibilities:
As a Warehouse Assistant, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
• Monitoring and control of the Warehouse as set out in the inventory procedures.
• Oversee and coordinate daily Warehouse operations.
• Receive, unpack, and store incoming stock and supplies.
• Keep accurate records of inventory levels.
• Ensure Warehouse is clean, safe, and compliant with Health and Safety standards.
• Conduct regular stock takes and audits.
• It will be expected of you to drive a forklift.
• Report shortages, damages, or discrepancies to management.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and MS Office.
• Own vehicle and valid driver s license
• PDP License
• Good organizational and time management
• Matric certificate
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
Why Join Us?
This is a remarkable opportunity to become part of a dynamic and expanding industry Salary is market related. If you are passionate about wine and eager to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply
Please submit your CV to Andre@stettynwines.co.za & Info@stettynwines.co.za
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one week of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
NM10030519-BW021025
ing more limited, this supplement offers a vibrant alternative home for school content — one that lives online," says Editor of Standard Breederivier Gazette, Maryke Swart. School Vibes is aimed at elevating youth voices, shining the spotlight on educational excellence, and ensuring that school news in the Breederivier and Langeberg region gets the plat -
HEXKOEL (EDMS.) BEPERK
form it deserves in the modern media landscape.
Learners are encouraged to put their hand to the keyboard - whether it is a opinion piece on a hot topic, a poem or an article you've written for your school's newspaper, we want to hear from you.
Share your school news with us at worcesterstandard@novusmedia.co.za or send a WhatsApp to 077 387 3834.
Read the first edition online at worcesterstandard.co.za/ skole-school-vibes/
VURKHYSER OPERATEURS
Persone met ‘n geldige vurkhyser-lisensie, wat ondervinding het in die hantering van vrugte by ‘n koelkamer, is welkom om aansoek te doen Slegs geletterde persone met sober gewoontes en met verwysings hoef aansoek te doen Meld asseblief ‘n kontaknommer waar u bereik kan word gedurende kantoor ure.
INDIEN U WIL AANSOEK DOEN, MOET U BY SARS GEREGISTREER
WEES
• GEEN CV WORD AANVAAR SONDER DIE AMPTELIKE HEXKOEL
• AANSOEK VORM WAT BESKIKBAAR SAL WEES TE HEXKOEL AANGEHEG MOET OOK ‘N COPY VAN U ID WEES
Persone wat belangstel in bogenoemde poste, kan hul aansoeke rig aan:
Die Personeel Beampte Aansoeke kan afgegee word by Sekuriteit of epos na elizma@hexkoel.co.za
Aansoeke sluit:31 Oktober 2025
Indien nie binne 1 maand na sluiting van aansoek van ons gehoor het nie, kan u die aansoek as onsuksesvol beskou.
NM10030191-BW021025
NOTICE
In the Estate of the late LIZWE GAGU ID NUMBER 6406145704089, of 20 Mpoza Street , Zwelethemba, Worcester, 6850
ESTATE NUMBER: 007 375/2025
Notice is hereby given that the Final Distribution and Liquidation Account in the above-stated estate lies for inspection at the Master s O�ce of The High Court in Cape Town and at the Worcester Magistrate ‘s Court for 21 days from 03 October 2025.
Bediener & Stelsel Administrateur (Heradvertering) (Verw Nr 47/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENTE AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 356 292 – R 462 492 (T11) per jaar asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid
DIREKTORAAT FINANSIËLE DIENSTE
Internskap: Finansiële Bestuur (Verw Nr 48/2025)
ASHTON | KONTRAK AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 148 932 – R 192 396 (T5) per jaar, asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid
DIREKTORAAT INGENIEURSDIENSTE
Ambagsman: Elektrisiën (2 poste) (Verw Nr 49/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENTE AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 301 836 – R 391 752 (T10) per jaar, asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid
Superintendent: Vaste Afvalbestuur (Heradvertering) (Verw Nr 50/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENTE AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 420 636 – R 545 988 (T12) per jaar asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid
DIREKTORAAT GEMEENSKAPSDIENSTE
Toesighouer: Parke (Heradvertering) (Verw 51/2025)
ASHTON | PERMANENTE AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 238 128 – R 309 084 (T8) per jaar asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid
Nutsman: Begraafplase (Verw Nr 52/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENTE AANSTELLING
Vergoeding: R 174 900 – R 227 076 (T6) per jaar asook die normale byvoordele soos van toepassing op 'n Plaaslike Owerheid D i e
beskikbaar op webwerf http://www langeberg.gov.za
Sluitingsdatum: 16 Oktober 2025 om 12:00 Aansoeke (
Bestuurslise nsie ) moe t gestuur word na A shton Kantoor Fisiese adres: H o
weg
E-pos: tcarstens@langeberg.gov.za; Verdere inligting is beskikbaar b y d i e B
Praktisyn: Me V Matthys by Tel (023) 615 8033 tydens normale kantoorure Die aansoekvorm is op die munisipale webwerf (www langeberg gov za) en by alle munisipale kantore beskikbaar N B : G
beginsels van regstellende optrede soos uiteengesit in sy Diensbillikheidsplan. Aansoekers wat teen 28 Februarie 2026 nog geen terugvoer ontvang het nie, moet aanvaar dat hulle aansoeke nie geslaag het nie CV 's sal nie terugbesorg word nie Geen aansoek sal oorweeg word as 'n aansoekvorm nie voltooi is nie Die Munisipaliteit behou die reg voor om ge en aanstelling te maak nie Geen laat aansoeke sal aanvaar word nie Alle suksesvolle kandidate se aanstellings i s o n d e r h
kriminele rekords Indiensneming sal onderworpe wees
BOEDELKENNISGEWING
LANGESTRAAT 30, WORCESTER, 6850
BOEDEL NR. 009885/2025 Skuldenaars en skuldeisers in bogemelde boedel word hiermee aangesê om binne 30 (DERTIG) dae, gereken vanaf 2de Oktober 2025 hul vorderings in te dien en hul skulde te betaal by die ondergetekende.
GEDATEER te WORCESTER hierdie 26ste dag van September 2025.
De Bod Van Zyl Rekenmeesters Agent vir Eksekuteur Napierstraat 6 Posbus 19, WORCESTER, 6849 Telefoonnommer: (023) 004 0973
NM10030566-BW021025
qualifications and experience for appointment in
DIRECTORATE ECONOMIC, SOCIAL & INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Server & Systems Administrator (Re-advertisement) (Ref Nr 47/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
(T11)
Remuneration:
DIRECTORATE FINANCIAL SERVICES
Internship: Financial Management (Ref Nr 48/2025)
ASHTON | CONTRACT APPOINTMENT
Remuneration: R 148 932 – R 192 396 (T5) per annum, as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority
DIRECTORATE ENGINEERING SERVICES
Artisan: Electrician (2 posts) (Ref Nr 49/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Remuneration: R 301 836 – R 391 752 (T10) per annum, as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority
Superintendent: Solid Waste Management (Re-advertisement) (Ref Nr 50/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Remuneration: R 420 636 – R 545 988 (T12) per annum, as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority
DIRECTORATE COMMUNITY SERVICES
Supervisor: Parks (Re-advertisement) (Ref Nr 51/2025)
ASHTON | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Remuneration: R 238 128 – R 309 084 (T8) per annum, as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority
Handyman: Cemeteries (Ref Nr 52/2025)
ROBERTSON | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Remuneration: R 174 900 – R 227 076 (T6) per annum, as well as normal benefits as applicable to a Local Authority
The complete advertisement in English and Afrikaans is available on the website http://www langeberg.gov.za
C
(Application form, CV, qualifications, testimonial, ID and driver s licence) must be submitted to the Municipal Manager at Physical Address: 28 Main Road, Ashton, 6715; E-mail: tcarstens@langeberg.gov za; Further information is available from the Manager: Human Resources at Tel (023) 615 8035 and Human Resources Practitioner: Ms V Matthys at Tel: (023) 615 8033 during normal office hours The application form c a n b e o b t
(www langeberg.gov za) and is at all administrative municipal offices available
NB: Canvassing of Council members or any member of the A p p o i
LANGEBERG MUNICIPALITY
PROPOSED SUBDIVISION, CONSOLIDATION AND RIGHT OF WAY SERVITUDE:
PORTION 31 OF LE CHASSEUR NO. 88 AND REMAINDER PORTION 5 OF ROODEBERG NO. 53, ROBERTSON
Applicant :- BolandPlan
Properties :- Ptn 31 of Le Chasseur No. 88 and Remainder Portion 5 of Roodeberg No. 53, Robertson
Location : ±14.31km West from Robertson
Owners :- The Trustees for the time being of De Wetshof Estate Trust
Size :- 340.70ha
Proposal
:- Subdivision of Ptn 31 on the Farm Le Chasseur No. 88 into A/31/88 and RE/31/88; Consolidation of Ptn A/31/88 with Ptn 5 of the Farm Roodeberg No. 53; Right of Way servitude over farms 31/88, Re/7/88 and Re/13/88.
Existing zoning :- Agricultural zone I
Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 45 of the Langeberg Land Use Planning Bylaw (PN264/2015) that the abovementioned application has been received and is available for inspection during weekdays between 08:30 and 15:00 at the Town Planning Department at 3 Piet Retief Street, Montagu. Any written comments / objections may be addressed in terms of Section 50 of the said legislation to The Manager: Town Planning, 3 Piet Retief Street, Montagu, 6720 on or before 30 days from the date of publication of this notice, quoting your, name, address or contact details, interest in the application and reasons for comments. Telephonic enquiries can be made to Amber Willemse at 023 614 8000. The Municipality may refuse to accept comment received after the closing date. Any person who cannot write will be assisted by a Municipal official by transcribing their comments.
DP LUBBE
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Langeberg Municipality
Private Bag X2 ASHTON 6715
[Notice no:- MK 32/2025]
die bogenoemde aansoek ontvang is en ter insae lê gedurende weeksdae tussen 08:30 en 15:00 by die Stadsbeplanningsdepartement te
Retiefstraat 3, Montagu. Enige skriftelike kommentaar/beswaar kan ingevolge Artikel 50 van gemelde Verordening gerig word aan die Bestuurder : Stadsbeplanning by bogenoemde adres, binne 30 dae vanaf die datum van plasing van hierdie kennisgewing en moet u naam, adres, kontakbesonderhede, 'n verduideliking van u belang by die aansoek en redes vir besware insluit. Telefoniese navrae kan gerig word aan Amber Willemse by 023 614 8000. Die Munisipaliteit mag weier om kommentare te ontvang wat na die sluitingsdatum ingedien word. Enige persoon wat nie kan skryf nie sal deur 'n Munisipale amptenaar bygestaan word om hulle kommentaar neer te skryf DP LUBBE MUNISIPALE BESTUURDER Langeberg Munisipaliteit Privaatsak X2 ASHTON 6715 [Kennisgewing nommer:- MK 32/2025]
NM10030626-BW021025
AERIAL BAITING FOR FRUIT FLY CONTROL IN THE WELLINGTON - PAARL - FRANSCHHOEK REGION
This no�ce serves to inform you of plans to bait for fruit fly in the orchards around the abovemen�oned areas. Fruit flies, if not managed correctly, can cause exponen�al losses on local and export produce and poten�ally have a nega�ve impact on food security for the end user
It is therefore advised to use responsible methods as part of an integrated fruit fly management approach. Bai�ng is one of these methods and area wide bai�ng has proven to be extremely effec�ve in managing the fruit fly popula�on. Aerial applica�on of the bai�ng technique is effec�ve in achieving this area wide popula�on management. Other methods as part of the integrated approach includes accurate monitoring, ground bai�ng and vineyard sanita�on.
The applica�on will be done from week 44 of 2025 to week 20 of 2026 on a fortnightly basisweather permi�ng. Es�mated �me 6 am onwards.
Helicopters will be used for applica�on as they do not have to fly over residen�al areas. The applica�on is extremely accurate according to GPS logged maps.
The product that will be used is GF-120 (Reg. nr L7331). GF-120 conforms to the highest quality and safety standards, it carries a 0-day withholding period and is cer��ed organic. The product poses no health risk to humans or have any nega�ve impact on the environment.
GF 120 product and technical enquiries
Ross Air (Aerial applicator):
- Ross Howat 082 412 2109
- Felix Bosman 079 491 7880
ROSS AIR
Die Langeberg Munisipaliteit (Wes Kaap Provinsie) bedien
SEPTEMBER, BURNETT GIDEON
GEB: 04.10.1948 - GEST: 24.09.2025
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Saterdag, 04 Oktober 2025 om 09:00 by Dudleystraat 5, Johnsonspark en om 10:00 by Bethesda AME Kerk, Van Zyllaan 151, Essenlenpark.
You may be gone, but we'll cherish your memories, love and legacy forever. Goodbye Dad and grandad. Our bond was unbreakable and our love for you is unshakable. Rest well, knowing you were deeply loved and never forgotten.
Jeanine, Nanna, Burnie, Aqeem and MJ
Daddy your beautiful soul has left us. We will cherish the precious memories and you will always be in our hearts.
Bariscerf, Berenice, Joshua and Leah
Your love, wisdom and presence will forever remain in our hearts.
Lucardo, Aidam and Zithka
We are heartbroken but we hold on to the laughter, tears, dreams and conversations we had together. Rest in peace brother.
William and family
Geliefde vriend en oupa. Dankie vir u liefde en mooi herinneringe. Ons gaan jou baie mis. U sal vir altyd in ons harte voortleef. Joseph gesin
LOUW, RONALT EDGAR
GEB: 27.01.1960 - GEST: 27.09.2025
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Saterdag, 04 Oktober 2025 om 09:00 by Hartwiglaan 23A en om 10:00 by Reformeerde Ou Apostoliese Kerk, Durbanstraat.
Rus sag my man. Tot ons weer ontmoet. Janet en kinders
Dankie my ouboeta vir al jou omgee en liefde wat jy aan ons bewys het. Dit is nie maklik vir ons gewees met jou heengaan maar ons berus daar in, wat God gedoen het is welgedaan. Totsiens my Ouboeta. Tot ons weer ontmoet. Broers, susters, skoonsusters en swaers
My oudste broer jy sal altyd gemis en voortleef in my hart.
Suzette, Steven en Sussie
Jy was regtig 'n legende. Sal jou altyd onthou. Gailon, Adin en kinders
My broer jou suster sal jou altyd onthou. Baie lief vir jou.
Sulene, Mervin en kinders
BAADJIES, SARAH MAGDALENA (SANDRA) GEB: 26.02.1939 - GEST: 26.09.2025
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Saterdag, 04 Oktober 2025 om 09:00 by Duncanweg 127, Hexpark en om 10:00 by Nuwe Apostoliese Kerk, Fischerstraat. Privaat verassing.
Ouma die huis is stil en jou plekkie is leeg. Ons verlang, rus saggies liewe Ouma. Wayne, Macnitta, Leevan en Faith
Mamma ons gaan jou baie mis. Rus in vrede. Sandra, Ernest, Germo, Xavier en Waldo
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Saterdag, 4 Oktober 2025 om 11:00 by Suikerbekkiestraat 17, Avianpark en 12:00 by Maranatha Christen Gemeente, Denisestraat 1.
RONDGANGER, FRANCOIS
GEB: 05.05.1984 - GEST: 20.09.2025
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Saterdag, 04 Oktober 2025 om 08:30 by Breëriviersingel 16, Riverview. Besigtiging is vanaf 08:00.
BOSCH, GRANVILLE Z.
GEB: 31.01.1986 - GEST: 26.09.2025
Begrafnisdiens vind plaas Sondag, 05 Oktober 2025 om 12:00 by Rhodestraat 45, Roodewal en om 13:00 vanuit Maranatha Christen Gemeente, Denisestraat.
JAMES RYAN 2 October 2025 Happy Heavenly birthday. From your loved ones.
GEORGE PIETERSEN 05.10.1954 - 13.10.2024
George my man, dit is jou eerste verjaardag in die Hemel. Ons mis jou so so baie. Ek stort nog elke dag 'n traan. Rus sag my man. Jou vrou Anna en kinders.
OLIVIER 05.10.1948 Daddy, jou eerste Hemelse verjaardag weg van ons. Ons mis jou baie. Rus sag. Van kinders, kleinkinders en familie.
03.10.1950
JAN RUITERS
Baie geluk my man met jou Hemelse verjaardag. Mis u nog baie. Met liefde, van jou vrou Kathy en kinders.
ISAAC
ANDREW
"HEALER" JOSHUA
BAILEY, TREVOR WILLIAM GEB: 19.10.1970 - GEST: 25.09.2025
RACHEL TIMM Happy Heavenly first birthday away from us. From your daughter Motjie Timm, children and grandchildren. Love you.
RAAI WIE IS 21 op
02 Oktober 2025? Baie geluk Keaton Hermanus. Van Jonathan
SYDNEY JAMES D.O.B: 13.11.1941 -
We, the family of the late Sydney James like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Kishor Vala for all the help and support you've given our family during this difficult time. Your kindness and presence have meant more to us than words can say. James family
Nadat die Streekuitdaagwenner Alberts verlede week ’n gulde geleentheid deur sy vingers laat glip het om sy plek in die 2026-seisoen se Langeberg-afdeling van die Boland se Grootuitdaag-kompetisie te bespreek, het hy Saterdag 27 September sy tweede kans deeglik benut toe hy Villagers Montagu, of Sesduim soos hy algemeen bekend staan, met 37-29 op Bolandpark getroef het nadat die besoekers teen rustyd nog met 19-13 voorgeloop het.
Met hierdie sege het Alberts nie net seker gemaak dat hy nou volgende seisoen met die hardebaarde in die Groot Uitdaag-kompetisie gaan skouer skuur nie, maar ook Sesduim ’n gevoelige slag toegedien deurdat hul jaarlikse derby tussen die bure Montagu-klub (“Hou by die Blou”) nou beslis op ys geplaas is.
Hoewel daar ook twee opwindende voorwedstryde gespeel is, was dit die hoofwedstryd tussen Alberts en Villagers Montagu wat die grootste belangstelling gaande gemaak het. Grabouw het in die eerste wedstryd van die dag vir Elandskloof van Villiersdorp met 35-27 verslaan om hul plek in die Overberg-afdeling van die Grootuitdaag-kompetisie te verseël.
Dit terwyl Evergreens van Paarl sy plek in die Witzenberg-afdeling van dieselfde kompetisie met sy oorwinning van 21-20 oor naamgenoot Evergreens van Wellington vasgemaak het.
Die hoofwedstryd het op ’n hoë noot afgeskop met Villagers Montagu wat met ’n verbete aanslag sy stempel op die wedstryd wou afdwing.
Dit was egter Alberts wat eerste bloed geruik het toe die slot, Gio Morkel, oorbars en heelagter Jadrian Buys verdoel om die tuisspan met 7-0 te laat voorloop.
Besoekers Sesduim slaan egter kort hierna terug toe linkervleuel Jack van Wyk ná ’n skitterende lopie in die hoekie oorgaan vir ’n onverdoelde drie. Nou behoorlik aangevuur, kry Sesduim weer punte toe die stut, Duart Rossouw, oorbars en regtervleuel, Liam Pekeur, verdoel om die besoekers met 12-7 te laat voorloop.
Die kaptein en losskakel Shane Pietersen slaag kort hierna met ’n strafskop om Alberts se telling na 12-10 te laat krimp. Sesduim se losskakel Lee van Oordt gaan hierna onder die pale oor en met Pekeur wat verdoel, loop die besoekers met 19-10 voor.
Kort voor rustyd slaag Buys met ’n strafskop, maar die besoekers gaan drink water met ’n 19-13-voorsprong.
Kort ná die hervatting rek Sesduim sy voorsprong toe agsteman Ulfred Terblanche oorbars vir ’n onvervyfde drie.
Die telling was op die ou einde 37-29.
Vlakkiekrieket begin met uitkloptoernooi
Luciano Du Toit
Die Breedevallei-gemeenskapskrieketvereniging (BVGKA) begin Sondag sy amptelike seisoen met ’n uitklop-10-boulbeurt-toernooi, waaraan 10 spanne sal deelneem.
Die toernooi sal in Riverview gespeel word, met die View Pro- en Rising Starskrieketklubs die gashere vir spanne soos die Pumas, Zazon, Pro Eagles, Young Stars, Very Dangerous, Orchard, Kings en Clovers. Wedstryde sal om 10:00 begin en die eindronde later die middag, as die tyd dit toelaat. Die volgende groot ligatoernooi waaraan klubs van BVGKA gaan deelneem, begin later vandeesmaand. Klubs sal daaroor ingelig word. Kontak Japie Visser by 061 596 8055 of stuur e-pos na japievisser42@gmail.com vir nog inligting oor die BVGKA of om aan te sluit.
Klub katrol die vis in
Die Brandvlei-hengelklub het Saterdag (27 September) sy klubkompetisie by die Paarldam gehou. Agter staan Pieter Wium (veteraanwenner van die B-sone), PG Wium (senior wenner en die wenner van die B-sone met nege visse van altesaam 8,50 kg), Johan Coetzee (meesterwenner van die A-sone), Jacques van Graan (meesterwenner van die B-sone) en Johan Groenewald (veteraanwenner van die A-sone met 23 visse van altesaam 13,52 kg). Voor is Megan van Graan (algehele vrouewenner van die dag). Zak Coetzee was die junior wenner en algehele wenner van die dag met ’n mooi sak van 32 visse van altesaam 16,84 kg. Ruan Bester het die grootste karp van die dag gevang – ’n stewige 2,82 kg.
Nuwe sakeliga tel krieketkolf in Montagu op
Maak los jou litte – daar is eersdaags ’n sakeliga vir krieket in Montagu.
Die Montagu-krieketklub beplan om dié liga-wedstryde op Sondae te hou.
Die doel is om ondernemings die geleentheid te gee om op ’n konstruktiewe wyse sosiaal te verkeer en in ’n spanverband saam te werk. Dit kan ook dien as ’n vorm van spanbou wat verhoudings op én van die veld versterk.
Die klub sê dat indien ’n onderneming
minder as 11 spelers het, hy sal help om die span vol te maak.
Die wedstryde sal volgens ’n 10-beurt-formaat per span gespeel word. Die liga duur van Oktober tot Desember, met die eindronde wat in Desember sal plaasvind.
Die inskrywingsgeld is R1 500 per onderneming.
Ondernemings kan ook hul bemarkingsmateriaal by die veld uitstal.
Important things you should know about AI
Ronél van Jaarsveld
The new buzz word on the block is Artificial Intelligence, known to its friends as AI. It scares some (especially the older folk!), but it is an exciting development for many. We live in the future!
Experts say one should view the arrival of AI in the same light as that of the Internet. This also brought
the table. You can use AI to explain difficult concepts to you, to do research, to summarise information and to translate. You can give your creative side a super boost by creating original music, digital art and tell unique stories in new creative ways. If entrepreneurship is your thing AI can help with designs, generating content and product development. All this within SECONDS. Easy ways to start
But what exactly is AI?
It describes itself as follows (yes, we asked on Google’s AI Mode, to see what we’d get!): It is the ability by computers to do tasks that require human intelligence, such as learning, problem solving, reasoning and decision making. AI can process data to understand their environment, adapt their behaviour and achieve specific goals. This enables them to automate complex tasks. The goal is to enhance human capabilities.
enormous changes in the 1990s and had people worried about the effect it would have on their lives. And look at us know… steering the internet like a jockey on a racehorse!
AI’s skills include:
Perceiving: AI systems “see” their environment through sensors such as cameras or microphones, or by processing existing data (for example your fitness watch, when you unlock your phone with facial recognition or that Temu suggestion of items you may like).
Learning: AI systems can learn from new information and past experiences to improve performance over time.
Problem-solving and decision-making: AI can analyse data and identify patterns to make informed decisions and solve complex problems.
Responding: Based on their analysis, AI systems can act and respond with a view to achieving goals.
Meta AI on WhatsApp is easily accessible through your search bar at the top. Post your question and then click on the multi-coloured circle on your right. From here you can give it voice prompts, just as you would send voice notes. Try something silly such as asking it to create a picture with a bear wearing boots and a pink apron making pancakes and see what happens. You can also access ChatGPT’s free version or download the app. The AI-generated voices that respond to your questions are uncannily life-like.
How can I use AI to make my life easier – or more interesting?
With a smart phone in hand a world of info awaits. But as with many things, the outcome depends on how you navigate the info you get. Think of it like this: if you walk through a strange city and choose the dodgy streets you’ll end up in danger or at the dumpsters. If you choose the well-travelled and well-lit streets and use a map, you’ll end up exactly where you want to be. Use AI to add to what you already bring to
pieces of information, understanding maths principles and critical thinking. You know, the things that will make you successful. You want to master AI, not be a slave to it. Learn the skills you need and use AI to enhance what you can already do yourself. Just as AI helps you to complete schoolwork, it also helps teachers detect work that’s been
Will AI take our jobs?
Experts say that AI may take over jobs involving routine tasks, but many new jobs will also be created by this development. Just look at new careers that have stemmed or benefited from the internet: web designers, programmers, graphic designers.
The trick is to keep on learning and improving your skills.
For those who dream of making music AI has thrown the door wide open. You can use apps such as Suno, Loudly or Canva by a text prompt that explains what you want. You can provide lyrics (or ask it to generate some), what genre you want and other styles or beats you want it to add. On some platforms you can hum the tune to give it an idea of what you want. This, unfortunately, has caused headaches for current artists. Collaborations, that never happened in real life, are becoming more popular. Fans created an AI song that went viral with the AI-generated voice of Taylor Swift singing a love song for Travis Kelce. Many people didn’t realise it was entirely fake! More recently “Heart On My Sleeve” mimicking the voices of Drake and The Weekend went viral and according to fans, sounded like the real thing. Always wanted to be an artist but, although you have the ideas, you are not that good at drawing? Have a look at the AI artworks Billy Lee creates with Midjourney.
Schoolwork
A definite no, as it means that you won’t master important skills such as writing coherently, planning a piece of work, memorising large
With AI being so handy and all, should you use it to do your school work for you?
done using AI. Programmes such as Turnitin, ZeroGPT and others will tell if your writing’s been done by AI.
Some useful tools
ChatGPT, CoPilot and DeepSeek’s chatbot are generative AI tools that produce text, images, code and other material. Character AI is another chatbot where one can interact with customiseable characters. Meta AI and Google’s Gemini hold text conversations with users. Midjourney, DALL-E or Veo 3 are dedicated to creating images or video from simple text prompts.
Khanmigo, Quizlet, Notion AI and Snapchat’s My AI may be useful for school work as it helps you plan and study. Teensinai encourages teenagers to consider careers in technology and AI.
Jobs not threatened by AI typically require unique human skills like creativity, empathy, complex-problem solving and intricate hands-on work. These include professions in health care (doctors and nurses), education (teachers), skilled trades (electricians and plumbers) and various creative fields (artists and writers). Roles involving high levels of human interaction, strategic decision making and physical agility in unpredictable environments are considered relatively safe from automation.
A rollercoaster; continued development
AI as a concept has been around for decades, and the term “articifial intelligence” was already coined in a research paper in 1955. Is AI, or Generative AI as we’ve seen most recently, the latest thing? Apparently not! According to experts the next big thing will most likely be Agentic AI. This comprises autonomous systems that can make decisions and take actions independently to achieve specific goals. Agentic AI will be able to handle tasks and solve problems proactively without having to be supervised constantly.
When using the internet and AI check your apps’ privacy settings and do not share information you do not want to be made public, for safety’s sake. The usual guideline is, if you’re not okay with everyone knowing, rather don’t post it. Remember, AI is a new technology and its responses may not be accurate or appropriate. Double-check the answers with reputable sources. It should never replace humans in your life. If you need life advice, a real hug, medical or relationship advice, find a flesh-and-blood person to do these things.
AI is amazing and ground-breaking, but remember it cannot think, empathise or crack a joke. It is, after all, only a machine or a machine-generated product.
In a matter of seconds Meta AI created this picture to the prompt: a photo of a bear wearing a pink apron making pancakes
MAIN SPONSOR / HOOFBORG
HOOFBORG / MAIN SPONSOR
Is jy reg vir ‘n wêreld met kunsmatige intelligensie?
VAARDIGHEIDSKOOL SE PERSONEEL
DINK DIT GAAN DIE TOEKOMS POSITIEF VERANDER.
Quinton Liebenberg, onderwyser:
As opvoeder is ek ’n AI-‘fan’. Ek weet dat alles voor- en nadele het en dat dit verantwoordelik gebruik moet word. As die toekoms AI-gedrewe is, moet ons ons strategie van onderrig en leer aanpas, anders raak ons vasgevang in frustrasies. Onderwys moet aan die voorpunt wees van ontwikkellinge. Ek’s AI-oorgehaal!
Elvine Kruger, onderwysstudent:
Ek gebruik dit veral by die huis om my kinders met take te help. Baie mense kan dalk in die toekoms hul werk verloor indien AI alle take verrig. As ’n mens na die verskillende AI-ontwikkellings kyk, raak baie van die tradisionele maniere van inligting versamel ongedaan. AI is die toekoms – daar is geen keer aan hierdie nuwe wending nie.
Sonica Tala, onderwysstudent:
Ek gebruik Meta AI op my Whatsapp baie. Dit is baie makliker om so navorsing te doen. Dit kan ’n positiewe invloed hê, maar dit kan ook studente lui maak om te lees en self navorsing te doen. Ek gebruik dit veral met my medikasie om meer daaroor uit te vind.
Charn Visagie, onderwysstudent:
Ek gebruik dit baie. Dit gee verskriklik baie inligting vir navorsing – veral vir matrikulante wat vraestelle moet uitwerk of moeiliker werk moet leer. AI is die toekoms, hoewel ’n mens nie altyd op die inligting kan steun nie. Ek geniet die AI-‘tools’ en sal meer daarvan wil leer.
Insight into SA teens’ smartphone habits
Alec Basson
Today’s teenagers are the first generation to grow up with constant online connectivity. As smartphones are becoming more ingrained in their lives what do we know about how they use them? A new research report by academics at Stellenbosch University sheds light on this question by providing empirical evidence of how teenagers in South Africa use their smartphones at home and at school. Compiled by Drs Daniël le Roux of the Department of Infor-
mation Science and Jennifer Feldman of the Department of Education Policy Studies, it aims to advance our understanding of the role of smartphones in the lives of adolescents. They collaborated with five former Model C high schools to collect data on how adolescents use their smartphones. In total, 2 195 adolescents, 2 264 parents, and 203 teachers participated in the project. The researchers point out that almost all the adolescents had smartphones. On average, they spend 197 minutes
(three hours and 17 minutes) per day on their phones, with girls using their phones more (three hours and 39 minutes) than boys (two hours and 56 minutes).
“WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube are currently the most popular social media platforms among teens. Girls use social media more than boys, with more than 12% reporting that they check these platforms constantly.
“Boys, on the other hand, spend more time gaming on their phones (22,6 minutes per day) than girls (19,9 min-
utes per day). The researchers add they were surprised to find that most parents do not limit or regulate the amount of time their children spend on their smartphones.
“Not surprisingly teens are also using tools such as ChatGPT and Meta AI to generate essays, orals and artwork for school projects. There can be little doubt that this trend will rapidly spread in the coming years.
It is critical that the implications of this for teens’ learning and cognitive development are studied and
appropriate guidelines are developed to guide schools and parents.”
• This article has been shortened from the orignal version.
Read the full article here: https://tinyurl. com/58vcfbb9
• Source: sun.co.za
VIBES HET GAAN AANKLOP BY VAN DIE BREEDEVALLEI
Picture created with Toqan AI
MAIN
Rugby-oorwinning was Drostdy se hoogtepunt
Een van die hoogtepunte op die hoërskole se sportkalender elke jaar is die FBN Classic Clashes. Die Hoër Tegniese Skool Drostdy se leerders het op Vrydag 15 Augustus dou voor dag op busse geklim vir die groot trek George toe, waar hulle teen die spanne van die Hoërskool Outeniqua te staan gekom het. Dit was ook die afsluiting van die jaar se wintersport. Leerders sal vir jare lank nog die ongelooflike gees en kameraadskap van hierdie kragmetings onthou. Die Donkies se eerste rugbyspan het ná ’n naelbytstryd met twee punte oor die
Kwaggas geseëvier (38-36). Dié oorwinning teen ’n gedugte teenstander soos Outeniqua was ná ’n uitdagende rugbyseisoen ekstra soet! Die o.19B-span het 20-24 verloor. Die eerste netbalspan het egter hul wedstryd 18-38 verloor terwyl die B-span 17-12 gewen het. Die eerste hokkiespan vir die seuns en die B-span het 0-4 van die veld af gestap. Die eerste hokkiespan vir die meisies het die o.19A-stryd 1-9 verloor en die o.19B’s 0-6. Die o.16A-rugbyspan het 24-20 gewen en die o.16-netbalspan het 14-36 verloor. Die o.16A-hokkieseuns het 0-7 verloor en die meisies het 3-2 gewen.
Worcester Moslem Primêr steeds onoorwonne
Worcester Moslem Primêr se o.13-sokkerspan het op Saterdag 23 Augustus aan ’n sokkertoernooi by Esselenparkstadion deelgeneem. Hulle het hul onoorwonne status vir 2025 voortgesit deur al hul wedstryde tot in die eindstryd maklik te wen. Bo staan die trotse afrigters, ju rou Elizanne Hill en meneer Chaheen October. October is as die beste afrigter vir die 2025-seisoen aangewys.
Hokkiespelers vier ’n hoogtepunt in hul wedstryd teen die span van Hoërskool Outeniqua. Foto: Olga Grunder
Local runner is UK champ
From the athletics tracks of Worcester to the world!
This is how Grindan Abrahams, former learner at Esselen Park Primary, is making his mark on the UK, breaking all u-15 sprint records. This talent was apparent at just 5 years old. At school he was a track star and competed in Boland Athletics, for the Western Cape and took part in national championships.
“In 2022 I received an offer from Richemont in the UK as a watchmaker,” dad Graville related, “and we made the decision to relocate to England. Grindan has broken records ever since. Not only at club level but also at school level.”
Last year Grindan finished sixth in the 200 m for boys u-15.
athletics and still coaches him via WhatsApp video. “He continues to keep track of my son’s progress,” said Graville. “Grindan misses him. I used to coach him, with Mr Neethling’s help, until late in the evening at Boland Park, even in strong winds and rain.”
Grindan’s dream, his goal, is to break the records of Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, whom he admires, and others such as Yohan Blake, Akani Simbine and Wayde van Niekerk, who has featured Grindan on his Twitter account. Last month Grindan was approached by US recruiters. Said his father: “He sees himself running in SA colours in all the major cham-
“This year he smashed both the 100 m and 200 m in times of 10.77s and 21.77s, respectively,” Abrahams said. “This made him the champion age group in the UK. These times placed him second on the alltime list in his age-group in the UK.”
Grindan used to train at Boland Park with Shaheed Isaacs and then Hisham Neethling. Neethling predicted Grindan’s success in
From sixth place in the 100m for boys u-15 in the UK last year, Grindan Abrahams took first place this year. Photo: Supplied
Die Donkies se eerste span het 36-38 geseëvier teen die Kwaggas. Foto: Novellan Juries
Grindan Abrahams, who moved from Worcester to the UK three years ago, is the u-15 UK champion in the 100 m.
Reguit net toe! Foto: Olga Grunder
Standard Breederivier Gazette stel met groot opgewondenheid sy eerste skole-e-publikasie bekend. Standard het onlangs ’n kompetisie van stapel gestuur op soek na die regte naam vir die elektroniese skolebylaag. C-Jay Visagie, ’n gr. 11-leerder aan die Hoërskool Breërivier in Worcester, se voorstel het die span aan die dink gesit en op die naam Skole/School Vibes laat besluit. Op die foto bo ontvang hy sy prys van Standard se uitgewer, Stefan Kolver. Skole/School Vibes is ’n maandelikse publikasie propvol skolenuus – van alles waaroor die jong klomp praat tot skoleprestasies en raad van kundigdes. Skolenuus kan gestuur word na worcesterstandard@novusmedia.co.za en leerders word genooi om hul hand aan die sleutelbord te waag. Die bekende NTT Groep is die hoofborg van die eerste uitgawe.
Oefenskool vier nege dekades
Die NGK Oefenskool in Worcester vier vanjaar sy 90ste bestaansjaar en ’n ryke geskiedenis. Die skool het Saterdag 20 September die strate ingevaar met ’n feestelike optog en ’n kaskardag om hierdie groot mylpaal te vier. Die kaskardag het as ’n geldinsameling vir die skool gedien.
MAIN SPONSOR / HOOFBORG
Victoriapark kroon mooistes
Victoriapark Primêre Skool in Worcester het onlangs ’n baie suksesvolle Mnr. en Mej. Victoriapark aangebied. In die afdeling vir Mej. Victoriapark Primêr Tiny was Summer-Joy Buys die eerste prinses, Tyra-Faith Louw die wenner en Johnay Willemse die tweede prinses.
Franzé Johnson (middel) was die wenner in die Mej. Victoria Park Primêr se junior-afdeling. Haar eerste prinses was Tacara Schroeder en Azlin Buys was die tweede prinses.
Die jong manne wat die wenners was in die “Tiny” afdeling van Mnr. Victoria Park Primêr was Tylepher Thomas (tweede prins), Mauneeb Roux (wenner) en Liam Visagie (eerste prins).
Langerugskool wys Mnr. en Mej. Langerugskool aan
Die Langerugskool in Worcester het vroeg in September die Mnr. en Mej. Langerugskool op ’n glansgeleentheid aangewys. Die kroondraers is: Agter, van links: Ian Louw (tweede prins, gr. 11), Jolene Scheepers (tweede prinses, gr. 9), Anél du Toit (koördineerder van Mnr. & Mej. Langerugskool), Mikaela Engelbrecht (eerste prinses, gr. 9) en DW Steyn (eerste prins, gr. 8). Voor: Mnr. Langerugskool, Anroux Brand (gr. 8) en Mej. Langerugskool, Dezre-Lee Campbell (gr. 10).
Voor in die koor! Die kaskarre het die voortou geneem by die NGK Oefenskool in Worcester se optog deur die dorp voordat die kaskardag amptelik begin het.
AI a double-edged sword
By Khanyisile Tshandu –Worcester Gymnasium, Gr 11
With technological advances and its techno-savvy spin-offs artificial intelligence (AI) is taking off like a meteor. It has revolutionised our daily lives and introduced us to a multi-faceted world we never knew we needed. Like a double-edged sword AI holds unmatched treasures while also posing immense peril. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of this technological colossus.
by AI cannot always be trusted.
. Innovation and growth – AI constantly brings new ideas to the public.
The dark side of AI showcases its disadvantages such as:
. Reduced jobs for humans – As AI continues to develop the biggest issue we could face is that it could take over the workforce, leaving many people unemployed.
AI’s silver lining is that it makes our lives more convenient and it holds advantages that include:
. Increased efficiency and productivity – AI can turn a complex task into a piece of cake and allows us to do more in shorter periods.
. Improved accuracy and decision-making – AI reduces errors in data analysis and other tasks, although the information provided
. Ethical issues – AI raises concerns around user privacy and surveillance.
. Security risks – AI systems are vulnerable to cyber-attacks and data breaches.
. Dependence on data – AI requires top-level data, which can be extremely difficult to uphold and maintain.
. Bias and discrimination – AI can inherit biased views and opinions from human programmers. AI is a relatively powerful tool that requires responsible use. Being the double-edged sword it is, it’s up to us to wield it with caution by using it carefully.
Blind: KI help ‘sien’
Leané –Hattingh Pionierskool vir Blindes
Vir my, as ’n blinde mens, is daar verskeie apps beskikbaar, wat die lewe vir gestremdes met behulp van kunsmatige intelligensie vergemaklik. Ek het drie hulpmiddels wat ek gereeld gebruik. Die eerste is PiccyBot. Dit is ’n toepassing wat enige foto of video in woorde omskryf – tot in die fynste detail. Jy kan ’n foto of video in die toepassing neem of jy kan uit die video’s of foto’s wat jy op jou foon het, kies. Jy kan ook vir PiccyBot vra om op iets spesifiek in die foto of video te fokus, byvoorbeeld “Wat is die kleur van hierdie hemp?” of “Watter een van hierdie pakke is die souten-asyn-skyfies?”
Die volgende hulpmiddel wat ek gebruik, is WhatsApp se geïntegreerde assistent, Meta AI. Hierdie hulpmiddel kan nou danksy onlangse opdaterings ook foto’s beskryf. Enige foto wat jy deur WhatsApp ontvang het,
kan aangestuur word na Meta AI en ’n beskrywing van die foto word opgestel. Dit is gewis ’n vinniger opsie as PiccyBot vir wanneer jy gou ’n foto wil aanstuur of daarop wil reageer. Die derde hulpmiddel wat ek gebruik sal seker geen verrassing wees nie, aangesien amper almal vandag – blind of nie blind nie – hiervan gebruik maak. Ek praat natuurlik van ChatGPT! Iets wat my nogal baie help en wat ChatGPT kan doen, is dat jy dit kan vra om vir jou ’n karakter van ’n rolprent of televisiereeks of ander beroemde te beskryf, sowel as enige uitrustings wat hulle al aangehad het. Dit is nogal handig vir wanneer jy wil weet hoe iemand werklik lyk en ook natuurlik as jy nuuskierig was oor wat presies ’n beroemde op die rooitapyt by ’n prysuitdeling gedra het. KI het nou wel sy nadele en dinge om oor bekommerd te wees, maar geen twyfel bestaan dat dit gewis ’n waardevolle hulpmiddel vir gestremdes kan wees nie.
BOLAND VEHICLE
By Nor tier Motors is klantetevredenheid altyd die hoogste prioriteit. Ons absolute professionaliteit en vinnige diens,
en na-verkope , het ons handelsmerk van betroubaarheid stewig gevestig. As ons wye reeks kwaliteit, geïnspekteerde motors nie aan u spesifikasies voldoen
Ons reël finansiering met alle groot banke Ons verkoopspan is gereed om jou by te staan en finansieringsopsies van die meeste finansiële instellings te bespreek.
Khanyisile Tshandu
WAYS TO EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
The average person spends around one-third of their life working, so it’s no surprise that many people want to find a career that will be a good fit. Choosing a career first means learning about yourself, your goals and the larger context of how you'd like to work. Use the list below to help you begin that process. Reflect on your values and passions. What do you enjoy doing and what are helpful indicators of how you’d like to spend your working time? However, this passion-related approach can be misleading and confusing. It’s common to want to feel energised and even excited about what you do. But the following questions about interests, values and traits are worth mulling over:
Interest-based questions:
# What do you enjoy learning about?
# How do you like to spend your time?
# Do you enjoy manual labour or mental labour?
# Do you enjoy working outside or inside?
Value-based questions:
# What’s most important to me?
# What are your priorities in life?
# Where do you find meaning?
# What change do you want to see?
Trait-basedquestions:
#What does success mean to you?
# What do you want more of?
# What are your are strengths?
# What skills do you like most?
Reflect on your motivations Now why do you want to work?
Perhaps you want a career that will pay a higher entry-level salary than comparable occupations or one that promises more flexibility so you can work from anywhere. Most careers won’t feature everything you'd like, so it’s important to understand your
priorities. Consider the sample priorities list below. Think over what you'd include on your list and how you'd organise your priorities in order of importance.
Salary/Benefits/Autonomy/Work-life balance /Flexibility/Career growth/ Company culture
Think about your long-term goals and what your most perfect life looks like. Make a list of your long-term goals, both personal and professional, to help you understand what it may take to reach them. For example, do you want to rise past managerial ranks and advance to the C-suite of a company? Do you want to own a house? Do you want to travel, and how often? Also, if you want to work in the same industry 10 years from now research the industries likely to continue growing.
There are a number of career tests you can take to evaluate everything, from your personality to your strengths, and even what career may be a good fit. But tests can be overly prescriptive, meaning they tend to impose categories on you. Rather than relying on them for a definitive answer, use them to continue learning more about yourself and your underlying motivations. If they present helpful answers fold that knowledge into the larger picture.
does not aim to make revenue the way private businesses do it must earn enough to achieve its mission and cover overheads. Benefit: Greater potential for meaning
Explore industries
Along with sectors, researching different industries may help you identify a good fit, especially established ones, to see if any seem worth investigating further.
# Make a list of any that sound interesting in terms of major roles, career trajectories and projected growth. Seek out various professional career resources for more guided help. Also, take advantage of the university, college or other tertiary institution’s career resources on offer. Meet a counsellor or adviser trained to help you transition from institution to career.
From them you can learn more about the kinds of work best suited to you. If an additional expense make sure to research their credentials, experience and background. Researching career options
Learning more about each sector and its respective goals may help you determine where you'd be a strong fit. Think about the goals that sound most interesting to you.
# Private: You’ll be employed through a privately-owned company or corporation, which typically aims to increase growth and revenue.
Benefit: Greater potential for growth
# Public: You'll be employed through a local government or the state, which aims to keep public programmes and institutions operating.
sectors
Benefit: Greater potential stability
# Non-profit: You'll be employed through an organisation not associated with private or public sectors, which is dedicated to addressing or fulfilling a public need. While it
Once you have a bigger picture of yourself, research various career possibilities. Write each option that sounds interesting down and pay attention to the results that will help you achieve your biggest priorities. For example, if flexibility is important to you then focus on roles lived out remotely than office-based. Once you’ve come up with some interesting career ideas, take the following steps:
# Use job-search sites dedicated to posting job openings, such as LinkedIn, Indeed and Monster. As you peruse roles available in your area read more about the responsibilities for each one. Highlight the job titles that sound like a good fit.
Helpful questions: Does the job meet my needs and many of my preferences? Does this career align with my values? Will I accomplish one of my short-term or long-term goals with it?
# Cross-reference company reviews. Use Glassdoor or other sites to learn more about a particular company you're considering. Pay attention to any current issues being discussed in that industry.
# Set up informational interviews. If you've found a role at a specific company that sounds interesting look to see if you have any connections you can ask for an informational interview.
If you want to find more general information about a role look for any connections you have, or connections of connections, who are currently doing that work.
MAIN SPONSOR / HOOFBORG
Teaching is a calling that can truly change lives
Thinking about teacher as a possible career? If so, you are considering one of the most impactful ones there is, one with incredible opportunities both locally and internationally.
Teaching remains a calling that can truly change lives, ours and others’.
Why teaching matters more than ever South Africa is facing significant educational challenges. Compared to international read- ing and numeracy standards the country isn't performing well, creating an urgent need for passionate, skilled teachers. This challenge represents your opportunity to be part of the solution that builds a quality educational system and contributes to the country’s economic growth.
Good teachers are essential for creating equal educational opportunities for all South African children. In a land of contrasts and extremes many children study under difficult conditions, making dedicated educators absolutely crucial. In addition, there is a huge global demand for qualified South African teachers, especially in countries such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE). South African teaching qualifications are internationally recognised.
and life skills. This phase focuses on building fundamental learning foundations.
Intermediate Phase (Grade 4-6):
You’ll teach all learning areas, including economic-management sciences and mathematics. Mathematics, mathematical literacy or technical mathematics are essential subjects.
Senior/FET Phase (Grade 7-12): You must specialise in specific subjects. To teach mathematics or sciences you need these subjects in high
Training options:
# 4-year BEd degree: Complete undergraduate teacher qualification
Postgraduate Certificate in Education: One-year qualification after completing your degree Distance learning: Study part-time while working as a student teacher
# International opportunities: Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) opens global doors. One needs to be 16 and older for online courses (18+ for weekend courses) and demonstrate advanced English proficiency.
TEFL offers incredible flexibility:
# Gap year opportunities: Travel while earning money
Podcast: Gen Z career paths in 2025 and beyond
Gen Z vs The Old Career Rulebook, a tension that characterises profound shifts that have taken place in the world of work, and very fast too. From side hustles and TikTok-driven brands to AI jobs, gaming and creative activism, discover the skills and mindsets that matter most in 2025 and beyond.
Hosts unpack real stories, local SA
insights and global trends to show why Gen Z isn’t just looking for a job; they’re reshaping what work means. Whether 16, 26 or just keeping abreast of new talent, our podcast series is your cheat sheet for thriving in a brave new world. Listen to the NovaNews Beyond Matric podcasts here: https://tinyurl. com/3wvr6n4w
Digital Bootcamp: The Real Skills Behind Competitive Gaming
Who said gaming is a waste of time? Some say it is building the leaders of tomorrow! Here’s the thing: gamers voluntarily put themselves through intensive cognitive training that render corporate-leadership courses child’s play. They’re developing lightning-fast decision-making abilities, mastering complex strategic thinking and building teamwork skills that corporates spend thousands trying to teach executives.
The catch? They think they’re just having fun.
board and you’ll see precision that would impress a concert pianist. Strategy games turn players into generals, forcing them to think five moves ahead under constantly changing conditions. Puzzle games create master troubleshooters who approach problems from angles others miss. Team-based games produce natural leaders who can coordinate diverse groups under pressure. Almost all gaming genres help with problem solving skills, analytical thinking and perseverance.
Once registered with the South African Council for Educators you can teach overseas.
What makes a great teacher?
Before choosing teaching honestly assess whether you have these essential qualities:
# Genuine passion for learning and your chosen subject
# Love for children and young people
# Strong communication skills
# Resilience and adaptability to handle daily challenges
# Responsibility and reliability
# Hope and positivity that inspires learners
Remember, teaching involves much more than classroom instruction. Your day includes lesson planning, administrative tasks, marking, sports activities and often acting as a parent figure during school hours. Different teaching pathways
Foundation Phase (Grade R-3): You’ll teach numeracy, literacy
# Career options: Language schools, academic institutions, online teaching, au pairing, content writing
# Short training period: Quick, inexpensive process leading to lifelong career opportunities
Funding your education
Funza Lushaka Bursary: Merit-based funding from the Department of Basic Education (check its website for current requirements) National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS): Additional funding option for qualifying students
Making your choice
Covid-19 accelerated educational technology integration. Modern teachers must be tech-savvy to teach digital citizens in technology-rich environments. This aligns with Fourth Industrial Revolution demands, passion and practicality well balanced. Every nation is built on teachers' work; make a lasting difference in this essential profession.
Brad Kirby, MTN’s Senior Gaming Specialist, says when a teenager has just spent six hours playing video games they may well have just completed more intensive brain training than most people manage in a month.
Seeing someone glued to a screen mashing buttons neuroscientists view completely differently. They see rapid-fire decision making, complex problem solving and coordination skills to make an air-traffic controller green with envy.
The Mental Olympics You Didn’t Know Were Happening
In a typical gaming session players are juggling more information streams than a stock trader during market chaos. They’re tracking enemy positions, which includes multiple objects moving through space at different velocities, managing limited resources, coordinating with teammates and making split-second tactical decisions that could win or lose everything. This while the other team is actively trying to outsmart them. As for hand-eye-coordination benefits? Watch any professional gamer’s fingers dance across a key-
Dr Simone Kühn of the Max Planck Institute for Human Development discovered gaming actually changes brain structure, increasing grey matter in areas responsible for spatial awareness, strategic planning and motor skills. Try getting those results from traditional training methods.
Esports at schools
Esports programmes are also popping up at schools; students who seemed disengaged suddenly become strategic masterminds. In the workplace, that gamer who spent years perfecting their reaction time in fast-paced shooters will probably excel in high-pressure environments. Balancing competing priorities with limited resources has project management written all over it.
There’s a social side too! In fact, modern gaming is as far from antisocial as you can get. Players coordinate across continents, building teams, so they’re developing cultural awareness and communication skills. Controllers and keyboards are building mental muscles that augur well for tomorrow.
