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Dancing for a better future The Mlibokantu dance group performs at public spaces to raise funds and stay out of trouble. They plan to perform in the CBD more frequently, following an impressive reception from the bystanders that admired their traditional dance, at the St George’s Mall on Thursday 26 September.

The funds raised through the performances are shared among the group members and some are saved for emergency reasons. Read more on page 2. PHOTO: NOMZAMO YUKU

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Fighting for the caregivers NOMZAMO YUKU @NomzamoYuku

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n commemoration of the annual International Day of Older Persons, the South African Association of Homes for the Aged (Saaha) held a peaceful march outside Parliament in the CBD on Tuesday 1 October.

Sahaa represents caregivers working with elderly people. The march highlighted issues faced by caregivers. Participants wanted answers from authorities.

Liana Grobler, the national president of Saaha, says they embarked on a march because all other attempts to engage with the national department of social development (DSD) have been unsuccessful.

They handed over a memorandum detailing their concerns and proposals and pleaded with the authorities to take their grievances seriously.

It was received by Victor Ngaleka, the procedural advisor of the National Assembly.

Key grievances included the fact that care-

givers in South Africa are not registered with the DSD and do not have a regulated governing body. For these reasons, the memorandum stated, their occupation is not taken seriously.

Grobler says caregivers play a crucial role in society, from caring for vulnerable children to socio-challenged families and elderly people.

She says the demand for caregivers in society has greatly increased over the years, “making the circumstances they work un-

der even more complicated”.

Grobler says caregivers are abused and are often do not get recognition as being part of the staff. They also don’t receive career guidance or proper training. As a result, recipients of the services could end up being neglected.

“We pledge to work progressively to honour and implement and then to regulate the occupation to ensure increased levels of care,” says Grobler.

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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Tuesday, 8 October 2019

Conference on sharks The Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront invites the public to its fifth Southern African Shark and Ray Symposium titled “Shark Night” on Tuesday 8 October from 18:30.

Speakers include Michael Scholl from Save our Seas Foundation, Simon Elwen from Sea Search, Monwabisi Sikweyiya from Shark Spotters and Jannes Landschoff from Sea Change Project.

Ticket prices start from R140, including dinner, and are available at Quicket. Aquarium members will receive a 20% discount and are asked to email members@aquarium.co.za to get their special code.

V For more information on the conference, visit https://bit.ly/2kBiOKm.

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Bosties first, come rain or shine NETTALIE VILJOEN

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ot even a South African Weather Service alert forecasting adverse weather around the Western Cape coastline with stormy conditions could keep avid supporters of Boston Terrier Rescue South Africa home on Sunday 29 September.

Braving the storm, the registered nonprofit company (NPO) went ahead with its Cape Town Boston Meet held at the Green Point Cricket Club from 11:00 to 15:00.

Fiona Strydom of the NPO said there were concerns surrounding attendance, but, seeing that everything had already been arranged, there was no going back.

“We weren’t going to disappoint our Bostie fans by cancelling the event. The Boston community, which feels like one big family, is one of a kind (online and in-person).”

Strydom says even though they knew Bostie fans would come out to support them, they were still overwhelmed by their attendance and big hearts. Besides southern suburb residents, people came from as far afield as Strand, Paarl, Langebaan and Stellenbosch to show their support. About 157 humans and an estimated 50 Boston Terriers attended the event.

“It is difficult to count when you have a

cue organisation and give Boston Terrier owners the opportunity to socialise with other Bostie lovers.”

Greenpoint Cricket Club sponsored the venue.

Strydom says they plan to make this an annual event. “We will also try to have one or two smaller social events during the year. Many owners have already asked when we are going to have another event, especially those who could not make it.”

The NPO is made up of a small group of dedicated volunteers from around the country. Together they rescue, rehabilitate and rehome abandoned, unwanted, neglected and surrendered dogs of any age.

“We network extensively and spread the word about Bostons that are in shelters, take fosters into our own homes and conduct extensive home checks to ensure that when we rehome a dog it is for life.”

Strydom says they understand that people’s circumstances can change. “We are always happy to assist with surrendered dogs or finding the best possible forever home.

If needed, flights can be arranged free of charge and we will assist with transport and relocating where needed.”

V For more information on Boston Terrier Rescue South Africa, email fiona.strydom@gmail.com.

FROM PAGE 1 She says, since 2018, Saaha has tried to partner with the national department on the caregivers’ concerns, but to no avail.

She says the march was a way to say every person has the right to better care and the caregivers delivering the care should be recognised for their contribution and have guidelines and receive a proper education.

She says there is minimal support for caregivers at this stage. However, to the caregivers, she says “someone is finally standing up and recognising the importance of the service they deliver”.

Grobler says Saaha is currently developing a database. She encourages caregivers to complete the required form (application for a caregiver). She says this will speed up registration with the DSD once legislation is implemented. Saaha is also in the process of engaging with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations and the South African Council for Social Service Professions for acceptable recognised and standardised training for caregivers in South Africa.

Ngaleka promised Saaha that the memorandum would be delivered to the speaker who would then advise on it and hand it over to the national minister of social development, Lindiwe Zulu.

At the time of going to print spokesperson for the department Lumka Oliphant had not responded to People’s Post.

Liana Grobler and Victor Ngaleka during the peaceful march.

Dancers in the spotlight The Mlibokantu dance group made heads turn in the CBD this past week when they performed traditional dances in city streets on Thursday 26 September.

Dressed in traditional attire, the performers aged between 10 and 16 dazzled the crowd with their nifty moves and beautiful singing.

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bunch of Bostons bouncing around everywhere,” says Strydom. “There is something about Bosties that make humans go the extra mile for them. This again proved Bostie owners’ commitment and care.”

The raffle prizes up for grabs might have had something to do with it as well. Artist Ilse Du Plooy’s painting called Boston Mafia and products donated by Italian Deli Online, Poppy Devine sleepwear, Jordan Wine Estate wine, Radisson Red Hotel, The Zone Fitness Centre and private donations were combined to make up different raffles. A range of donated doggy biscuits, from Dingo Pet Treats, Boston Style Bakery & Chill’O Jam biscuits (all the way from Polokwane), were added to the raffles.

Except for the Bostie dash, which had to be cancelled due to intermittent rain, activities went ahead as planned. Doggy biscuits, stickers, tote bags, notebooks, mugs and fridge magnet note pads, all with a Boston logo, were on sale. A pet photographer, Angie Fullard, also took photos of Bosties with their owners at the meet.

According to Strydom, at least R11 000 was raised at the event which will go towards vet bills and other expenses.

“It was a fundraising event, but we also wanted to create awareness about our res-

V Camps Bay: Join the Meridian Hiking Club for a walk along the pipe track, overlooking Camps Bay at 14:00. Parking will be available at Kloofnek. Hikers are advised to bring water and snacks. Entry costs R20 for non-members.

Email james@ristarcape.com for info Friday 18 to 20 October V Green Point: The annual Cape Town International Boat show takes place at North Wharf at the V&A Waterfront between 09:00 and 17:00. The event will showcase a display of the world’s finest yachts, catamarans and

It was clear they appreciated the attention they received from the public, who tipped them before walking off.

One of the performers, Phumlela Marikeni says by doing something they love, they stay “out of trouble” and also earn a little bit of money over the school holidays, which they can use to help others.

boats. Ticket prices start from R50 and are available at https://bit.ly/31witIG.

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The group is based in Marikana, Philippi, and was founded by two neighbours, Noluthando Malibeni and Thumeka Madolwana, both who are unemployed.

Noluthando says it was the first time they performed in the CBD. They decided to showcase their talent in town to get better exposure and to show the dancers there is more to life than what they are used to in their local community.

They also learn valuable life skills while performing.

For more information, send a WhatsApp or SMS to Desiree on 084 640 0079.

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Saturday 19 October V Devil’s Peak: The Meridian Hiking Club invites all to join them from 08:00. Entry costs R20 for non-members. Hikers are encouraged to donate cosmetics for men to support a “Movember” initiative aimed at helping the elderly men at Kensington Home for the Aged. They are in need of shaving cream, disposable razors, deodorants, shampoo, baby powder, aqueous cream and Ingram’s camphor cream. You are advised to bring water and snacks. Entry costs R20 for non-members.

V Green Point: Waterfront Rotary Club in partnership with the V&A Waterfront invites you to their Waterfront Canal Challenge swim to be held at Battery Park from 08:00 to 16:00. This is a family-fun event held under the theme “wage war against single-use plastic” to raise awareness about pollution in the ocean and on beaches. There will be prizes to win from a competition to build art forms from plastic ocean waste and the overall winning artwork will be on display at the Two Oceans Aquarium for one month. Entry is free.

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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Tuesday, 8 October 2019

ROAD RULES

City proposes changes to traffic bylaw T

he proposed impoundment of private vehicles set out in the City’s amended traffic bylaw, if approved, will give authorised officials the right, without prior written notice, to impound the vehicles of unlicensed drivers, drunk drivers and street racers as well as unregistered, unlicensed and damaged vehicles.

Mayco member for safety and security, JP Smith said this really shouldn’t come as a surprise.

“We have been saying for years that there is very little to compel behavioural change.

As things stand, a motorist arrested for drunk-driving gets right back in the driver’s seat the next day and many of them re-offend because there appear to be very few consequences,” said Smith.

The bylaw, first introduced in 2011, has been amended to include five new chapters dealing with powers and duties of authorised officials, equipment on or in respect of vehicles, animals, driving while under the influence and impoundment of vehicles and forfeiture to the City.

It opened for public participation on Tuesday 1 October.

The chairperson of the City’s safety and security portfolio committee, councillor Mzwakhe Nqavashe said: “Currently, the City’s traffic officers are allowed to impound public transport vehicles where the driver does not have an operating license or is operating in contravention of their license.

The draft amendments make provision for the impoundment of private vehicles under certain circumstances.”

In terms of the draft document, authorised officials may, in the interest and the safety of the public, without prior written notice, impound vehicles where the: . vehicle was involved in reckless or neg-

NEW AMBASSADOR: Newlands-based Laureus Sport for Good South Africa has added media personality Masego “Maps” Maponyane to its list of ambassadors at an activation programme held at the V&A Waterfront on Thursday 26 October. He is joining the likes of Ryan Sandes, Corné Krige, Elana Meyer, Grant Lottering, Ryk Neethling, Deshun Deysel and Amanda Dlamini to mention few.

Morne du Plessis, the chairperson for Laureus Sport for Good SA says: “Maps and I have been working together for a few years now, and we have already seen the difference that he can make.

We look forward to expanding on our time together in the future.” Maponyane said it was an honour to join the organisation. He is looking forward to working more closely with the team locally and internationally in making a real difference. The activation was also attended by 100 delegates from several Laureus-funded programmes, as well as key stakeholders.

Taxis operated in contravention of the conditions of approval its operating licence or off the approved route may be impounded according to a draft amendment to the traffic bylaw.

ligent driving or illegal street racing; . vehicle is unlicensed or the licence disc has been expired for more than 90 days; . vehicle is unregistered; . vehicle is not fitted with licence plates; . vehicle is damaged or is in a state of disrepair and is, in the opinion of the authorised official, not roadworthy; . vehicle is a taxi which is being operated in contravention of the conditions of approval its operating licence or off the approved route; . vehicle has been left abandoned as specified in section 61; . driver of the vehicle is unlicensed, or the driver does not have his or her driver’s licence available for inspection;

. driver of the vehicle is under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a drug having a narcotic effect; . driver did not stop when signalled to do so by an authorised official resulting in the driver having to be pursued and forced to stop.

Nqavashe said statistics showed, year-onyear, that there was no change in behaviour relating to transgressions like illegal street racing and driving under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances.

“The portfolio committee devised the amendments, in consultation with various other parties, in a bid to force road users who insist on breaking the rules of the road with reckless abandon to change their be-

haviour, and make our roads safer for all,” he said.

Also, the chapter dealing with public transport operators now includes a section that speaks specifically to the e-hailing sector. It requires drivers of e-hailing vehicles operating within the City’s jurisdiction to clearly display a tag identifying the vehicle as such, along with a valid operating license.

The public participation process runs until Thursday 31 October. Submissions can be made online at www.capetown.gov.za or view the draft bylaw at your local library or subcouncil office. Written submissions can be delivered to the nearest subcouncil office.

V The amended draft bylaw document is available at http://bit.co/trafficbylaw.

Cultural affairs minister supports name change The Western Cape minister of cultural affairs and sport, Anroux Marais submitted an application to the national minister of arts and culture, Nathi Mthethwa, validating her support for the proposed name change of the Zonnebloem suburb to District Six on Sunday 29 September. Marais is supporting an initiative started by the District Six Museum a year ago when it raised awareness of the proposed name change through door-to-door campaigns and using local media.

The museum then ap-

plied to the Western Cape Provincial Geographical Names Committee (WCPGNC) after which the museum had to present its application to the committee in February this year.

WCPGNC resolved to support the application at a meeting held in June and then passed it on to Marais.

“It is hoped the name change will clearly communicate to the community and residents of District Six that you have been seen, you have been heard and that you do belong,” she said.

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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Tuesday, 8 October 2019

From left are Darren Simpson (Kfm Mornings), Tasoulla Hadjigeorgiou (LottoStar), Marlene Boezak, Lorenzo Michaels, Sherlin Barends (Kfm Mornings), and Sibongile Mafu (Kfm Mornings).

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Construction worker bags R1 million on-air NOMZAMO YUKU @NomzamoYuku

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fm 94.5 in Green Point turned a construction worker into a millionaire when it announced its winner of the “Big September with LottoStar” at their studio on Tuesday 1 October. The announcement was made during the live broadcast of the show Kfm Mornings with Darren, Sherlin and Sibs.

The final two finalists were invited to the studio on Tuesday where Lorenzo Michaels (29) from Mossel Bay was named the winner of the million.

He had casually played an online roulette game after hearing about the competition on the radio. Little did he know it would be his ticket out of poverty.

By Tuesday afternoon Michaels was still expressing his disbelief, saying he’s had a tough life.

He grew up in an underprivileged com-

munity in Great Brak River outside Mossel Bay and left school in Grade 11 to find a job to help sustain his family.

He never got a chance to finish school and is currently surviving on an income of R9 200 per month that has to sustain his unemployed mother, six-year-old son and himself. When he realised he had won, Lorenzo said he saw his dream of wanting to build a house for his family becoming a reality.

The next step would be to marry his girlfriend, Marlene Boezak.

“I saw my life turning around for the better. It has been tough – we were struggling at home. I am so lucky, I did not expect it at all; I just played like I usually do with any other game,” says Lorenzo.

He thanked the station for changing his life.

Stephen Werner, Kfm’s station manager, says “Big September with LottoStar” has become a landmark month in the province

and has captured the hearts and minds of their listeners.

He says the competition ran every day throughout September, with entrants standing a chance to win up to R250 000 four times a day. At the end of the campaign they gave away R1 million.

“The total winnings during Big September, together with the money raised for charity, amounted to over R2.4 million – the biggest cash giveaway in the history of Cape Town radio.

“We are all about creating life-changing moments for our listeners,” Werner says.

According to a statement, it’s the third year “Big September” was hosted. They raise funds for #WEARENOTNEXT, an initiative by LottoStar that aims to curb femicide in South Africa.

It supports various organisations to address gender-based violence. This year the station raised R625 500 for the initiative.

Danny Brown, the ‘father of Elsies’ TARRYN-LEIGH SOLOMONS @tarryns07

Danny Brown is as fit as a fiddle. PHOTO:

To many, Danny Brown is known TARRYN-LEIGH SOLOMONS as the father of Elsies River.

Come rain or shine, he makes it his daily mission to uplift the community whether it be by helping the elderly or by doing motivational talks at schools in the area.

The 76-year-old is one of three finalists in the 70 to 80 years category of this year’s Community Champions Elders Awards.

The awards are presented by TygerBurger, People’s Post and City Vision in partnership with Spec-Savers.

Because so many people live in darkness, Brown says he is determined to be the “light” in people’s lives.

“I’m passionate about giving back to my community because this is where I grew up and also raised my children. Every Monday and Wednesday, we provide the elderly with coffee and meals at the Elsies River multi-purpose centre.

To make it fun, we also have sports days and social dances for the elderly,” says Brown, who is also passionate about athletics. “Some of our people live in darkness in their homes, and in this safe space, I aim to be the light in their life.” (gangs), and encourage them that there is He arranges for sandwiches to be distrib- more to life. They just need to look for the uted to Clarke Estate as well, where he says light and remain level-headed. One of the he engages with the community including things I believe in is discipline.” troubled youth who face challenges.

Brown is also president of the Elsies River “Schools invite me to speak to the learners Athletics Club. The sport is something he who face disciplinary hearings and also to has always been passionate about. His sedo motivational talks with learners. I also cret, to still be “on the go”, he says, is as a speak to the young boys who want to join result of his healthy lifestyle. “I have never

smoked nor had a sip of alcohol in my life.

“For the past 43 years, one of my biggest commitments was running.

This is something I don’t only do for my health, but my mind and spirit too.”

Through his journey in athletics, Brown learned that a big lack in the community is sporting facilities.

“In 1963 (at the age of 20), we started the athletics club to encourage youngsters to focus on their mental and physical health. There are about 50 athletes in the club and they participate in road running, marathons and cross country.”

He explains why it’s important for him to give back: “When I see people, I want to give them hope.

“I’m always an ear and always available for anyone who needs to talk, or someone who just wants to be uplifted. We always need to show each other love.”

Francis Olivier (81) says Brown has been “an angel” to her for the past five years: “He’s always helping me get around and is such a lovely and friendly man.”

Goodwood resident, Roseline Marinus, says she’s known Brown for the past 50 years: “He has always been a man for the community, doing good and giving back. He plays the role of father-figure to many of the youth in Elsies River, even those who want to become gangsters. We are blessed to have a man like him set an nature.”

V The winners of the awards will be announced at a morning tea on 12 October in Cape Town. Winners and runners-up will walk away with Shoprite vouchers and other prizes sponsored by TygerBurger, People’s Post, City Vision and Spec-Savers.

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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Tuesday, 8 October 2019

SOAPBOX SCIENCE

Women take science to the streets O

n Saturday, 28 September, visitors to the V&A Waterfront were treated to an intriguing sight: nine dynamic women in white laboratory coats sharing their scientific research.

The first event of its kind in South Africa, Soapbox Science does exactly what its name suggests ­– it offers scientific researchers a platform to connect with and educate the general public about their work.

Inspired by the historical Speakers’ Corner in Hyde Park, the movement first started in 2011 with a London event and has since grown to include chapters all over the world.

What makes Soapbox Science even more noteworthy is the fact that it focuses specifically on the work of women in science.

The Cape Town event had a rotating lineup of nine speakers divided into three groups. Each group had an hour to step up on to their soapboxes, present their research and engage with the passing crowds.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) was represented, by five speakers. They were Dr Edina Amponsah-Dacosta from the Vaccines for Africa Initiative, Dr Kerryn Ashleigh Warren from the department of archaeology, Mieke du Plessis from the Hatter Institute for Cardiovascular Research in Africa, Associate Professor Liesl Zühlke from the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital and Dr Natasha Karenyi from the department of biological sciences.

Other institutions present included the University of the Western Cape (UWC), North-West University (NWU) and the University of the Witwatersrand.

Topics ranged from excavating the Rising Star Caves, where Homo naledi was found, to combatting heart disease in children and

Dr Natasha Karenyi, from UCT’s department of biological sciences, keeps the crowds entertained during SA’s first Soapbox Science event at the V&A Waterfront.

PHOTO: MICHAEL HAMMOND/UCT the complexities of marine biodiversity.

Employing the use of props, posters and a healthy dose of enthusiasm, each of the speakers engaged the public.

“Events like these are incredibly important,” said Amponsah-Dacosta, whose talk titled “Vaccines Are Us!” explained the importance of vaccinology in healthcare.

“One of the gaps in my line of work is communicating our research and findings with the general public.”

She added that, for her, the idea is never to simply develop interventions for the public, but rather to include them in the process.

“Events like Soapbox Science help create a sense of transparency and understanding

between scientists and the public,” she said.

During her presentation titled “There and back again: Excavating at Rising Star Caves”, Warren captured imaginations with her tales of being one of the “underground astronauts” who helped excavate Homo naledi.

“I have wanted to be an archaeologist since I was five years old. Sometimes you stop dreaming about these things, but I just kind of continued,” she said.

The inaugural South African edition of Soapbox Science was spearheaded by Dr Lucia Marchetti, a joint National Research Foundation/SKA South Africa South African Research Chairs Initiative postdoctoral

The City talks climate change With World Environmental Health Day commemorated annually on 26 September, the City of Cape Town brought environmental health practitioners together to talk about climate change, its effects and the roles of practitioners.

The theme for 2019 focuses on climate change and how it affects human health, directly and indirectly – particularly in vulnerable communities.

According to the leaders in the charge against climate change, the International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH): “Direct and indirect health impacts associated with climate change are caused by rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns as well as increasingly severe and frequent extreme weather events. Direct health impacts arise from hazards such as heat-waves, droughts and storms, and indirect impacts come from ex-

posures to disease vectors, air and water pollution. Rising carbon dioxide levels, which contribute to climate change, may also reduce the nutrient value in staple crops. This could increase food insecurity among some populations, particularly those in developing countries.”

Mayco member for community services and health, Zahid Badroodien says the City is also looking to combat the progression of the global crisis. “Climate change is a very abstract concept for many people, but in Cape Town, we have, in the last three years, come face-to-face with the potential devastation that it can bring,” he says, referring to the water crisis. “It has forced us to start looking very differently at the traditional role of health practitioners, and those they work with. The conversation continues, because there are no easy answers. The one thing that is certain, is

that collaboration within the City administration is crucial, but also with outside parties and, of course, our residents.”

He adds: “The City’s environmental health department performs so many different functions that the public is oblivious to, and they acquit themselves of their task very well. However, the demands on these professionals increase daily, as a result of factors like climate change, the growing population and other socio-economic factors.

“So, while climate change is the focus of World Environmental Health Day, it is also an opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of the department and the role it plays in building safer communities.”

V Residents can report any health nuisance, environment-related complaints or concerns to the City’s call centre on 0860 103 089 or visit their nearest environmental health office or clinic.

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fellow working in the department of astronomy at UCT, as well as in the department of physics and astronomy at UWC. She was supported by a local organising team of enthusiastic women scientists from UCT, UWC, iThemba LABS and the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO).

Marchetti was first introduced to Soapbox Science in 2015 when she participated as a speaker at a London edition of the event.

“It’s all about choosing the right partners.

And we’ve managed to gather a really great team,” she said.

When the original call for speaker applications went out earlier this year, Marchetti and her team were overwhelmed by the interest from local women scientists.

“We received a total of 50 applications from all over South Africa, which is really impressive – even in comparison to some places where the event has been running for some time,” she said.

These numbers bode well for the future and may even lead to the launch of new chapters in other South African cities.

Organising committee member, Professor Renee Kraan-Korteweg, UCT’s chair of astronomy, stressed that the breaking of stereotypes is critical.

“Scientists are males, old, grey-haired, nerds, introvert, often not approachable.

Why are there so few women in science – it gives a wrong impression to youngsters (and not only youngsters). Are women not as good, not as capable? If they are a good scientist they must be boring, unattractive.

“That all is so untrue, and the Soapbox Science event proved it. The speakers were all so fantastic, stimulating, engaging and fun.

It made me feel very proud,“ she said.

Learn more about heart problems NOMZAMO YUKU @NomzamoYuku As part of commemorating World Heart Day, the Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa hosted a wellness day programme at the V&A Waterfront, during which the most common causes of heart problems were highlighted.

The day is celebrated annually, and took place on Sunday 29 September this year.

The foundation, in partnership with Philips Healthcare in South Africa, hosted the programme on Friday 27 September. It comprised healthy food, music, cycling, skipping interactions with the pub- Pamela Naidoo lic, and educating them on how to prevent the condition.

Professor Pamela Naidoo from the Heart and Stroke Foundation said the day was important because, with the right knowledge, the severity of sudden cardiac arrest could be reduced.

She said people know about heart attacks, but there are other lesser known conditions that need to be highlighted.

In a statement, it is explained that a person’s best chance of survival in the case of sudden cardiac arrest is to receive a defibrillator shock within five minutes of collapsing, with chances of survival reducing by 10 percent every minute.

“Access to these automated external defibrillators is central to saving lives.

“It is important for the public to be aware of the risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease, which include smoking, hypertension, poor diet and a lack of physical activity,” said Naidoo.

She advises people to adopt healthy habits, and says according to the foundation’s research, cardiac arrest is usually caused by high blood pressure and smoking.

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PEOPLE'S POST | ATLANTIC SEABOARD | CITY EDITION Tuesday, 8 October 2019

ARD host successful 3-Vlei race A

RD athletic club held its nineth annual 3-vlei road race through the streets of Grassy Park on Sunday 6 October.

The race has a unique characteristic as it takes the participants in the 10km distance past the iconic Princess Vlei, Rondevlei and Zeekoei Vlei.

This year saw over 2 200 people participating in the main race with a remarkable increase in the 5km fun run of 1 400 pairs of feet enjoying the well-organised event.

Nkosiyethu Sotyanja of Multi-sport MSA (30:44) and the ever impressive Pamela Moyikwa of RC Langa (37:24) took the no.1 podium positions in the men’s and women’s races respectively.

The much talked about sub-60-minute shield on offer for finishers of the 10km by the race organiser was once again the highlight of the event for the club runners, with many recording their personal bests on the flat route.

Nabielah Davids of topform AC in the 10km race.

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Neil Arendse in the 10km.

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Marwaan and Raghmah Abdul in the 5km event.

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Young athletes blaze trail T

he Green Point Athletics Stadium was a hive of activity on Saturday 5 October, with schools from the Eastern and Western Cape pulling out all the stops while competing for the coveted title of South Africa’s best athletics school at the second leg of the Twizza Super School Series regional qualifiers.

The series has one clear goal in mind – to crown SA’s best athletics school.

“The Twizza Super School Series delivered fine competition in track and field today,” says Athletics South Africa president, Aleck Skhosana.

“We are laying a foundation for future stars in youth, junior and ultimately the seniors. The great spirit of athletics between winners and those who didn’t win the titles of the day was truly inspirational. Schools competed against each other, made friends and produced outstanding talent. We are now looking forward to seeing what the Grand Finale holds in store in February 2020.”

Paarl Boys’ High School was dominant at the event, with Boland Agricultural High School finishing second, while Parel Vallei came in third. Wynberg Boys’ High School

was the best placed team from the southern suburbs, finishing ninth in the division, with South Peninsula and Portland High Schools finishing in 14th and 15th places respectively. La Rochelle Girls High School took the lead in the girls competition.

Paarl Girls high School came in second, while Bloemhof Girls High School finished third. South Peninsula High School finished 11th in this category.

The mixed competition was won by Parel Vallei, with Bellville finishing second and HTS Drosdy third, with South Peninsula’s mixed team finishing ninth.

“The schools from the Eastern and Western Cape really impressed us,” says Lance Coertzen, Twizza group marketing manager. “Witnessing the camaraderie between athletes and schools truly was heartwarming. We commend each and every athlete for their efforts and hope that you will be rewarded with a spot at the Twizza Super School Series Grand Finale that will take place at the Bestmed Tuks Athletics Stadium on Saturday 1 February 2020.

The overall top 40 boys and girls teams will advance to the Twizza Super School Series Grand Finale next year.

The top ten mixed teams at the Twizza Super School series regional qualifiers.

STUMPED: Pinelands wicketkeeper Gareth van Hoeslin (left) stumps Bishop Lavis’s batsman, Simmo Fondling, during a Western Province Cricket Association first division Ama20 match played at the Pinelands Oval on Saturday 5 October. The home side scored 125/5 with the visitors replying with 69 all out. The Ama20 competition heralds the start of the local club cricket season.

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