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from the government’sschool feeding programme, while Quintilesfourand five are excluded from this importantprogramme. This is whereorganisationssuch as the Peninsula School FeedingAssociation (PSFA)comein. They close the gap wherethe government’sfeeding scheme falls short. Without PSFA,manychildren whoenrol at these Quintile fourand five schools would attend classes on empty stomachs

No matter howone looks at this, it is an anomaly. Poverty hasnothing to do with school location.There aremanyschools thatare in rich communities butdonot necessarilycater for rich learners. In fact, we areall familiar with childrenwho hop on public transportevery morningtoget to school in some of the so-called “rich” communities. This doesnot make them rich.Theygotothese schools in search of a“better education”.

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My visittosome of the so-called “rich” schools early this week with the PSFA delegation raised concerns about the government’s failure to provide foodatsome of the schools.These schools areina “rich” community, butpoverty among learnersis glaring.Povertyisclearly visible in their appearance.Some have no uniforms, while otherssimply do nothaveshoesand rely on what PSFA provides for their only daily meal. Yetthe government is notbothered by the well-being of these young souls because theyhappen to enrolat“rich” schools.Some childrenenrol at certain schools because of agovernment system, tb the ll off.A ch

Mdlulwa family hasahome again

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Residents of ASection in Lingelethu, Khayelitsha, bravedthe chilly weather andcame out in numbers towitness thehandover of ahouse by Deputy MinisterofHuman Settlements Thandi Mahambehlala to theMdlulwafamily on Thursday 23 July.

The family’s previous house wasengulfed by flames six years ago,leaving them destitute.

Speaking on behalf of the family, Nok-

wandaMdluthwa described the occasion as aspecial day, saying they were “over the moon”

Mdlulwaexpressed her gratitudetothe Department of Human Settlements and all the stakeholders who playeda role in the construction of the house. She vowed to take goodcareofit.

“Wehavemixed feelingsabout the event. We arehappy that, finally,the house has been rebuilt, but sadly,the owner of the house, VivianMdlulwa, is no longer with us.

Communitymembersstand outside the newhouse, takingshelter from therain

“However,her children nowhavea home,” she said. She urgedVivian’s childrentoremain united andlivepeacefully in the house Mahambehlalasaidhavingshelter was a constitutional right in South Africa. She thanked the family fortheirpatience while waiting forthe house to be completed.

“The flames that engulfedthe house caused instability in the family. It forced the family to seek alternative accommodation whiletrying to find waystorebuild their home. This house is more thana

place of shelter.

“Itisa monumenttoresilience anda testimonytocompassion,” shesaid Mahambehlalasaid the government’sresponsibilitywas to walkalongsideits people during moments of lossand renewal Ward 94 councillor Xolisa Peter praised all the stakeholders whohelpedmakethe handover possible. Shealsoexpressed gratitude to residents whosupported the family during their difficult times.

Mahambehlalaalsodonatedfoodparcels to the family.

‘Fullyelectric’ MyCiTibus launched

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The City launched its first electricMyCiTi bus at the Khayelitsha MyCiTi depot on Thursday, 23 July

The event was attended by Mayor GeordinHill-Lewisand Mayco member for urban mobility Rob Quintas Hill-Lewisstated it is the first “fullyelectric” bus on the continent. He said the bus, which has been named “Evie”, has passed performancetesting on severalroutes.

“TheCity has confirmed an orderfor an initial 38 battery-electricbuses as part of broaderplans for apublic transport system thatiscleaner, smarterand less susceptible to diesel price fluctuations. Theelectric busfleet will be deployedalong the major new Cape Flats route expansion, set to benefit over 1,4 million residents across30 neighbourhoods, from MitchellsPlainand Khayelitsha to Wynberg and Claremont.”

The Mayor described the project asthe country’s biggestmetro-ledpublictransport undertaking, with an overall infrastructure investment of R7,1 billion committed to date. “This morningI took aspin on Cape Town’sfirst electricMyCiTi bus which, we areexcitedtoannounce, has passed all performancetests. We have now given the go-ahead for 38 ofthese battery-electric vehicles to be manufactured, withthe first batch expected beforethe end of the year.

“The key benefit of these electric buses is affordability for customers. Theywill ke fleet less ceptible to diesel

steep inclines and descents, in city environments with frequent stop-and-gotraffic, in heavy traffic during peakperiods, and overlongerdistances.

“Itisagreat moment to confirm that our firste-bus hasbeen rigorouslytested and passed ourrequirements with flying colours. I’ve been told that she reached perfect speedsonHospitalBend, known forits steep incline, and performedequally well on theN2highway,inCampsBay with manystop-and-goattrafficsignals, andalong other routes such as Polkadraai Roadand JipdeJager Drive. Now the remaining 37 e-buses willgointo production andbemanufactured in line with this prototype ”

All in all the City was expected to take deliveryof38ofthese 12-metre VolvoBZRLE battery-electric buses.

Quintas said the first batch was expected to arrive before the end of the year, with finaldeliverybythe end of March next year.

“Thebuses willbetested on arrival and deployed on routes as soonasthe necessaryprocesses have been concluded. Bus drivers will also need to be trained. The procurement of the City’s first e-fleet is a major achievement and supportsour transitiontowards acleaner, more sustainable public transport system thatisnot only more cost-effective to operate andmaintain, butmore resilient as we keep Cape Townmoving.”

He saidacquiring more battery-electric buses remained astrategic priority, but dended the ailability of future fund

Five shot and killed, oneinjured

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Gugulethu police registered multiple murders and an attempted murder following the shooting of sixpeople, five of whom were killed, at NY 50 on Monday 27 July. The motive for the attackhad yet to be established.

Provincialpolice spokespersonCol AndréTraut saiddetectivesattached to the Provincial Seriousand Violent Crimes Unit related: “Officers responded to reports of ashooting at aresidence,where they foundthe victims with multiple gunshot wounds. Four men and one woman, aged

between19and 23, were declared dead at the scenebymedical personnel. A20-yearoldwomanwho sustained gunshot wounds wastransportedtoamedical facility.”

He saidpreliminary investigations found thattwo unidentified armed men had forced their wayinto the house by kicking the front door open. He said the suspects allegedly demanded afirearm before openingfire on the occupants. “They fled the sceneand have not yet been arrested.”

Maj-GenLuyanda Damoyi, the Acting ProvincialCommissionerofthe Western Cape,strongly condemned the brutal attack and directed detectives to pursue all

available leads to bring those responsible to justice

To preventany further violence andprovide reassurancetothe communityadditionalofficers were deployedtothe area whilethe investigation continued.

Aleader of the Gugulethu Spiritual Crime Prevention Forum, who spoke on condition of anonymity,described the incident as shocking.Hesaidkilling of people in the metroisbecoming the norm.

“Officers alonecannot fight crimeeven if they hadall the resourcestodoso. Community members arethe primarysources of intelligence. As long as theykeepqui-

et about these incidents such killingswill simply continue. Prayingalone will not solve the problem.”

He urgedthe community to reportany wrongdoing to the policestation. Damoyiappealed to those whoare hesitanttospeak to officersatthe frontdeskof the policestation to reportdirectlytothe station commander’soffice.

Anyonewith information thatcould assist the investigation is urgedtocontactCrime Stopon08600 10111 or submitinformation anonymously viathe MySAPS mobileapplication.All information received will be treatedwith the strictest confidence

MurderinvestigationlaunchedaftertriplekillinginKhayelitsha

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Western Cape police have launched amurder investigation following ashooting incident in Site B, on Friday, 24 July,in which threemen (30, 31 and 32) werekilled.

Provincialpolice spokesperson ColAndre Traut said at approximately15:50, officers responded to acomplaint at Mofala Street, SiteB,where they found the victims with multiple gunshotwounds.

The victims were declared deceased on

the scenebymedics. “Preliminary information indicates that two unidentified armed men arrived at the premises and madeenquiries aboutthe victims before proceedingtoastructure at the back of the property. Shortly thereafter, gunshots were heard. The suspects were then seen fleeing the scene in awhite Hyundai motor vehicle, travelling in an unknown direction,”saidTraut, adding that the motive for the attack formspartofthe ongoing investigation and detectives arepursuing all

available leads.

He said no arrests have been made.

Acommunityleader, who spoke on condition of anonymity forfear of harassment, said he suspects thatthe incident is extortion-related.Hesaidthe killing was well orchestrated “Looking at the execution style, it is no different from othershootingsthatpreviouslyoccurred in the community.The fact thatthe culprits asked about the deceased means they knew who theywerelooking

for.I don’t thinkitwas arobbery,”hesaid

Theleader stated thatextortion is becoming an issueinthe townships. He said those most affectedare foreign businesses He urgedthe deploymentofmorelaw enforcement on the ground.

Anyonewith information thatcould assist the investigation is urgedtocontactCrime Stopon08600 10111 or provide information anonymously viathe MySAPS mobile application.All information received will be treatedwith the strictest confidence

TragedystrikesKTC:18-month-oldtoddlerdiesinshackfire

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KTC residents were left distraught after a minor was burnedbeyondrecognitionand his mother was seriously injuredduring a

shackfireincident on Saturday, 25 July. The incident occurred at about04:00. By 05:30, firefighters hadextinguished the blaze. Ward 38 councillor Suzanne Zumanade-

scribed the incident as horrible.She said at least three shackswere affected in the fire. “I received acallatabout 04:00 from oneofthe community members informing me aboutthe ordeal. At least 12 people

were left homeless. We areheartbroken as acommunity. We arewith the deceased’s family. We feel their pain,”said Zumana, addingthatthe deceasedwas 18 months old

Pleatosupportyoungrugbyplayer

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The Gcayiya family in Strand isappealing to local businesspeopleand organisationstohelp their child, Emmanuel Gcayiya,fulfil his dream.

The 12-year-old is among therugby players selected for atour to Italythis coming December.

TheGrade 6learner from Somerset West Primary in Somerset West isamong the players who will represent the countryon an international youth tour.Hewas selected during theRiebeek Vallei Sports Tournament, held at Riebeek KasteelPrimary

in RiebeekKasteel from Sunday29March untilThursday 1April.

The family nowfaces the mammoth burdenofraising R58 990 for him.

Emmanuel’s father, MfundoGcayiya, saidall he wants is to see his child being part of theteamrepresenting the country

“Themoney willcover planetickets, accommodation,catering,including tracksuits.Whatpains me the most is that I am not working.Only my wifeisworking. Even hersalary cannot coverthe amount requiredfor the trip.I am asking anygood samaritan to help my son fulfil his dream,” hepleaded.

Mfundo said what makesthingsworse is hearing Emmanuel tell him stories about friends who have already paid.

“That cuts me deep, that is whyI ended up asking fordonationsfor him. Emmanuel comes from asportingfamily. Almost everyoneinour family playedsportlocally.But Emmanuel is the first person who maygoabroad.And this kind of opportunity comes onceinalifetime,” he said

He added thathis sonlearned rugby at school

Emmanuel also plays soccer at the Young Bafana Academy.

He said the money is supposedtobe paid in full by Tuesday 20 October. People willing to assist cancontactMfundo on

ENTERTAINMENT

Khaya musoslearn music rights

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AgroupofKhayelitsha artists converged at IsivivanaCentrefor aMusicIndustry Empowerment Workshop designed to equip themwithvital business skills.

Thegathering was coordinatedbyMusic 101 Indaba,anon-profit organisation (NPO) working with people in the entertainmentindustry to educate andempower themabout their rights.

Attendees included membersof the South African Music PerformanceRightsAssociation (Sampra), anon-profit company (NPC)that issues licences to musicusers, and collects, manages,and distributes royalties.

Mthetheli Stafans from Music101 described the event as an eye-opener for many artists. He said they decidedtouse the platformtoeducate localartists about theirrights.

“We want musicians to take musicasa business, not only as ahobby.Wewant them to monetise their performances. They must be able to survive off it,” he said, adding that many artists die poor because they didn’t register their music. Explaining the

importanceofregistering their songs, Stafans said that once registered, no one can take the music andmakemoney outofit withoutthe artist’s consent.

“Whateverpartorinput youhad in a song, youmust getpaid. There must be a certain percentageofthe amount that you receive.Even entertainment establishments (socialplaces) and disc jockeys(DJs) need to be registered to play ourmusic, becausewhat they are playing is someone’s work,” he explained, adding thatoncean artist hears his or her song playingata socialplace, they have the right to inform Sampra to demand that the DJ or social placepay

Siziphiwe MajijafromSampra said it is high time forartists to take their craft seriouslyand benefit from it. She encouragedthem to ensure thattheir work is not plagiarised. “The registrationisfreeof charge. We encourageeveryonetoensure thattheirworkisregistered under his or hername,” said Majija.

Oneofthe hip hopartists, Lisakhanya Ntiyantiya, who is affectionately known as ‘Madness CPT’inthe musicindustry, said he learned alot at the workshop. He said he wasnot awareofcertain details. “We

take someofthese thingsfor granted. I’ve been in the industryfor almosta decade as an underground hiphop artist. Ihave never registered anyofmywork. Ithink

Ineedtotake my craft seriously. We need these kinds of initiativesinour communities,”said Madness CPT, addingthatas artists areplanning to formaforum

Affordabilitykey to food choices

AUniversity of the WesternCape (UWC)study has foundthatmany South Africans decide whattoput on their dinnertablebased on affordability,householdneeds and what is available rather thannutritional value.

It examined food choices in Worcester, Stutterheim in the Eastern Capeand Esikhawini in KwaZulu-Natal.

The study found that healthconsiderations in food choices oftencamesecond.

Published in the South African Journal of ClinicalNutrition, it involvedalmost 70 adults.Many were unemployed or depended on social grants.

Researchers, includingUWC dieteticsand nutrition lecturer Dr Nazeeia Sayed and department headProf RinaSwart, found participantsgenerally understoodthe benefits of healthy eating. However,health was seldom the deciding factor whenfood was bought.

People weighed health considerations against price,convenience, transport costs andthe distance to shops.

One participant describedthe reality of householdbudgeting:“In our household we do notjust buy food.Rather, we check theprice of each fooditem first.”

Familypreferencesandspecials

Household members also played amajor roleinfood decisions. Participants often chose meals that would satisfychildren, partnersand otherrelatives whileensuring everyone had enough to eat.

Healthy alternatives weresometimes overlooked if they wereconsidered tooexpensive, unfamiliar or unlikely to appeal to the whole family.

Participants identified wholegrains, fruit, vegetables, legumes, leanprotein andminimally processed foodsashealthy. Fried foods, sugary drinks,fast food,re-

finedcarbohydratesand products high in fat and saltwere generallyviewedasunhealthy.

Some healthy options, including leafy vegetables, legumes andchicken liver, were avoidedbecause people were unsure howtoprepare them in an appealing way.

Promotions andadvertising also affected purchasing decisions. Price-conscious consumerssaidthey relied on specials and comparedpricesweekly or monthly, depending on their income.

“We watch the specials, we liveonspecials,” oneparticipantsaid. “We compare itmonthly or weekly,depending on what ourincomeis.”

Cookingathomewas viewed as cheaper thanbuying ready-made meals. Shops closeto home or work were also preferred because they reduced transport expenses.

Snacks andtreats, including yoghurt, were oftenregarded as luxuries.Participants saidthey would rather spend money on essentials such as flour. Products with alongershelf lifewere also more attractive than foods thatspoiled quickly

Convenienceandconcernsatspazashops

Local spaza shops were valued for their proximity and convenience. Some also allowedcustomerstobuy on credit.

However, participants raised concerns about the freshness andexpiry dates of someproducts sold at these stores.

The researchers cautioned that the findings maynot applytoall South African communities, but noted the study offered important insight into howpeople in urbanareas made food choices under financial pressure. Theyrecommended closer cooperation among government, retailers, the food industryand other stakeholders to improve accesstohealthier food

Healthier products should be promoted more actively, whilemarketing of unhealthy options should be reduced.Retail changes should formpartofwider public-health efforts to create ahealthierfood environment, the researchersadded.

KiteFestivalreturnstocolour thesky

Cape Town’s skies will once again burst into colour this spring as the Cape Town International Kite Festival returns for its 32nd year, bringing thousands of visitors together to celebrate hope, resilience and mental-health awareness.

The festival,hostedbyCapeMental Health,takes place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October at YoungsfieldMilitary BaseinOttery.

Since launching in 1994 ithas grown intoAfrica’soldest kite festivaland one of South Africa’s leading mental-health awareness events.

This year’s theme, #ColourTheSky, encourages communitiestounite in supporting those livingwith mental-health conditions while highlighting the importance of compassion, understanding and seekinghelp. “We are excited to host the 32nd Cape Town International Kite Festival this spring, atime of growth,renewal and colour,”said Prof Ingrid Daniels,CEO of Cape Mental Health.

“The kite festival provides us with an awesome opportunity to brighten the sky with messages of hope, stories of resilience and celebrate the courage and braveryof those who live with amental-health con-

dition.”

Daniels added that the event alsoprovidesanopportunity to welcome international, nationaland localkite fliers while raising much-needed funds andawareness forCapeMental Health.

Askyfilledwithhope

Forone weekend giantkites flown by localand international enthusiasts will transform the skyline into acolourful display designed to inspire hopeand encourage conversationsaroundmental well-being.

AccordingtoDaniels the #ColourTheSky theme reflects both the visual spectacle of the festival and its deeper message.

“#ColourTheSky perfectlycaptures the visual spectacle andemotionalenergyof the event.

Bright colours naturallytriggerfeelings of joy,optimism, hope and positivity despitedifficultand challenging times. Colour overrides darkness andgives hopein the face of adversity.”

Sheexplained that, muchlike kites soaringagainst strong winds, people living with mental-health challenges demonstrated resilience every day.

Morethanjustkites

While spectacularkite displaysremained the festival’s biggest attraction visitors can also enjoy liveentertainment, interactive activities, food vendors andfamily-friendly fun throughout the weekend.

Every ticket purchased anddonation made helped Cape MentalHealth continue providing essentialfreemental-health servicestovulnerablecommunitiesacrossthe Western Cape.

The organisation hopedthisyear’sfestival willcontinue its long-standingmission of reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness whileencouragingpeople to seek support when they need it.

Early bird tickets arenow available throughQuicket. HeartFM returnsasthe festival’s officialradio partner,helping spreadthe #ColourTheSky message across the Western Cape.

Giant kitesfromlocal and internationalkitefliers willtransform Cape Town’s skiesintoamoving canvas of colour during the Cape Town International Kite Festival.

CTMCAcalls forCity fairness and options

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The Cape TownMinstrel Carnival Association (CTMCA) has called on the City of Cape Town to treat all minstrel organisationsfairly when allocating event venues, saying it hoped arecent High Court victory would pave the way for constructive engagement ahead of future Tweede NuweJaar celebrations.

Last month the Western Cape High Court dismissed the City’s application for leave to appeal in itslegal battle with the CTMCA.

Judge Mokgoatji Lekhuleni ruled that the City’sappeal had no reasonable prospects of success and said allowing the matter to continue would be a colossal “waste of judicial resources”.

The case arose after the City had cancelled CTMCA’s confirmed booking of Vygieskraal Stadium, where the association had planned to host its Tweede Nuwe Jaar events in January this year

On Monday 29 December last year the Western Cape High Court ordered that the City provide appropriate venues. Theruling came after the CTMCA successfully challenged the City’s withdrawal of venue permissions and parade permits. In itsappeal the City argued

that the booking had been confirmed by “mistake” because Vygieskraal Stadium did not meet the requirementsofthe SafetyatSports and Recreational Events Act.

The court rejected the argument, ruling that the City was trying to introduce anew reason for itsdecision after the fact.

The City emphasised that the official Tweede NuweJaar Festival, organised by the CTMCA, remained unaffected.

Igshaan Alexander, chair of the CTMCA, described the ruling as groundbreaking for the association and other small groups.

“We have been trying for the past nine years to engage with the City, asking them to be fair to our organisation.

“We are appealing to the City to provide alist of venues that are conducive to hosting such an event, instead of just issuing refusals, many of them last-minute, or using delaying tactics.”

Responding to queries, the City said in astatement it provided various available dates at Athlone stadium, “but these werenot taken up” by the CTMCA.

The City encouraged the CTMCA to “act timeously to secure available dates” in either public or private venues, which the City says are limited over the busyfestive season.

Dialoguedelvesinchildren’s lives

Where achild grows up shapes their access to education, safety, public services and opportunities, making localgovernment apowerfulforce in children’s lives.

This was the focusofthe firstMetro Lives dialogue, held at theHomecoming Centre in District Six on Tuesday 21 July, where government representatives, childrights advocates and political leaders discussed how municipalities affectchildren’s well-being.

The panel included Cape Town deputy mayor Eddie Andrews,Brett Herron, representing political parties GOODand Rise Mzansi;Western Cape commissioner for childrenSarah Roberts, and DG Murray Trust (DGMT) project director Kwanda Ndoda.

The discussionexplored how municipal planning,infrastructure and servicedeliveryaffect children’s daily experiences

DGMT chiefexecutive David Harrison opened the event. He said children’s experiencestoday would influence the city’s future.

“It’s the experience of children inCape Towntoday that will determine the future of this city,” Harrison said.

“That’s not an exaggeration, it’sprobably thesingle biggest predictor of whatthis city willlook like in 20 years’ time.” Roberts illustrated the unequal experiences of childrenlivingindifferent parts of Cape Town. Shedescribedone childwho walks througha well-maintainedneighbourhood to anearbyschoolwithaccess to sportand extracurricularactivities,while anotherwakesbefore dawntotravel long distances by public transport to school

For Andrews, the second examplereflected his own upbringing.

“That was my life,” Andrews said Much of thediscussion centred onthe legacy of apartheid spatial planning, which continuestoleave many lower-income communities far fromemployment opportunities and public amenities

Herron said where childrenlive continuestoshape their opportunities. “Where children live matters,” Herronsaid.

“In32years, we haven’t done enough to

fix the apartheid spatial plan andeverything thatgoeswith it.”

Andrewssaidthe City of Cape Town is directing asignificant portionofits budget towards improving servicesinhistorically disadvantaged communities.

He also highlighted measures aimedat helpingmore early childhood development (ECD) centres becomecompliant with registrationrequirements. Andrews said the City hasestablishedanECD task team to

addresscompliancebarriersand afundto assist with development costs.

Theinitiativeforms partofabroader programmesupported by about R300 millionfromGerman development bankKfW, in partnership with DGMT, to assist unregistered ECDcentres in meeting compliance requirements and qualifying for government subsidies.

DGMT communications specialistCorné Kritzinger said the dialogue focused on the

impactmunicipal decisions have on children’s lives.“Children don’t gettovote in local government electionsyet municipal decisionsshape almostevery aspectof their daily lives,fromwhethertheyhave safe places to playand learn to the quality of public services in their communities,” Kritzinger said TheMetroLives series will continuein JohannesburgonMonday24August, followed by Durban in September.

Burnoutisrealand increasing

If you arefeeling constantly exhausted,emotionally drained and overwhelmed,stop, because your bodymay be sendingyou awarning you cannot affordto ignore.Burnoutisreal, it is rising, anditismoredangerous than most people realise.

“The state commonly describedasburnout means our internalresourceshavebecome chronically depletedovertime, potentially placing ourmental andphysicalwell-being at risk,” explains MahlatseMothogoane,anoccupationaltherapist andCentre of Psychotherapy Excellence(COPE) manager at Netcare Akeso

Fewpeople pause to take stock of their emotionalwell-being and the state of life balancerequired to maintain high functioning amid the busy paceof life, untiltheyare forcedto do so when acrisis point is reached.

“It is thereforeveryimportant to regularly checkinwith ourselves andidentify ouremotionalneeds,” he says.

Self-check

What is working for you,and what is notatthispoint in your life?

Areyou getting enough quality sleepeachnight?

Self-care is non-negotiable. Areyou prioritisingyourneeds

enough?

Areyou maintaining healthy boundaries?It’s OK to say‘No’.

Signsyoucouldbeheadingfor burnout

○ Irritability

○ Procrastination

○ Prolonged exhaustion

○ Socialising less thanusual

○ Decreasedmotivation for exercise

○ Headaches, digestive issues or generalised muscle tension withoutmedical cause

○ Changes in sleepingoreatingpatterns

○ Tasks take longertoachieve

“Ifyou notice anyofthe warningsignsofburnout, consider this an opportunity to take action beforethe situationworsensand to regain the balance neededtocopewith the demands of everyday life,” says Mothogoane. He pointsout thatrestoring balancerequires aholistic approachthattreats the mind and bodyasaninterconnectedsystem

“Setting healthyboundaries andlearningtosay no to unnecessarydemands should also be prioritised. Then recalibrate yourgoals to what is healthy andrealistically achievable for you.Investtimeinyour relationshipsand seek support from yourfriends andfamily.”

Mobile Planetarium at schools

Thousands of learners inrural and underserved communitiesacross South Africawill soon havethe chance to explore the universe withoutleaving their schools,thanks to the launchofthe Iziko Mobile Planetarium

The initiative,launched by Iziko Museums of South Africa with supportfrom Amazon, willbring an inflatableplanetarium,virtual realitytechnologyand interactive science education directly to schools and libraries, making space science more accessible to young people who have limited access to such resources.

Inside the inflatable dome learners will enjoy 360-degree digital storytelling, while the 10 high-techVR headsets will allow them to explore

night skies andnatural ecosystems interactively,inanengagingmanner.

The programmewill also emphasise Africanindigenous astronomy, honouringthe continent’s rich cultural heritage,and willbeled by Iziko Museums’ dedicated outreach team and scienceeducator.

All shows, films and hands-on activitiesare aligned with school subjects to enhance scienceliteracy andinspire alifelongpassion for STEM careers

Dr Bongani Ndhlovu, acting chief executive officer of Iziko Museums, saidtheirmissionhas always been to make heritage and science accessible to all

“Partnering with Amazon enables us to overcome physical barriers.

Stand-upcomichappy toperformathome

Award-winning comedian

Dalin Oliver’s new stand-up show, Stuck in Dubai,iswrapping up at the Baxter Theatre this Saturday 1August. The show, which formspart ofOliver’s national tour, kicked off on Tuesday 21 July.

Although its title suggests airport chaos the show is ultimately about life’s unexpected detours, the beauty of embracing uncertainty and discovering that some of our best stories come from the moments we never saw coming.

And for this Capetonianthere couldnt be abetter placetobegin.

“There’s somethingincredibly meaningful about starting this tour in Cape Town.Thisis home. It’s where Ifound comedy, whereIlearnt my craft, wherepeople tookachance on me before anyone knew my name.

“To kickmybiggest tour off with the audience that has supported me from day one is really special. Ican’t think of abetter place to start this journey.”

The nationwide tour represents anothermajormilestone for Oliver, whosecareer has taken him from teaching classrooms to selling theatres out locally andinternationally.

Butdespite the growing list of achievements he believes Stuck in Dubai represents adefining

chapter inhis career.

“I’vetoured before, but this feels different,”hesaid.“This is mybiggest touryet,both in terms of thenumberofcities andwhat the showmeans to mepersonally.Every yearyou want to become abetter comedian,abetter storyteller and a better performer.Igenuinely feel thisismy strongestshow yet, and Ican’t wait to share it with audiences around the country.”

AfterCapeTownOliver will take StuckinDubai to theatres, arts festivals andvenues across South Africa, including the Hilton Arts Festival, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, StFrancis Bay, Knysna, Sedgefield, Paarl, Durban, Johannesburg,Strand, KuGompo City, Gqeberha and Stellenbosch

“Oneofmyfavourite things abouttouring is discovering howdifferentevery audience is.Eachtownhas itsown personality andrhythm,but laughter has thisincredible wayof bringing everyonetogether “Whetheryou’rewatching in Cape Town,Johannesburg or a small townyou’ve never visited before we’reall laughing about the same humanexperiences. That’swhatmakeslive comedy so special.”

Tickets areavailable viavenue ticketing platforms andat www.dalinoliver com

We arenot just waiting for the public to visit the museum; we are bringing the universe directlyto their doorsteps.”

Starting with initial pilottesting, this programmeispoised to launch an inspiring community-outreach tour, expandingeachyear to connect with thousands of eager young learners across the country.

Ndhlovu encouragedschools, libraries andcommunityorganisations to stay engaged with their upcoming schedule.

The Iziko MobilePlanetarium will bring interactivespace-scienceexperiences to thousands of learners.

Blisters entries closeonSunday

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Entries for the Blisters for BreadCharity Family Fun Walk closeatmidnight onSunday 2August, giving supporters achance to make adifferencefor children like those at St Agnes PrimarySchool in Woodstock, where many learners relyon school meals each day.

The annual fundraiser, organised by the Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA) in association with Lucky Star, will take place on Sunday 16 August, at the Green Point Common Sports Grounds. Oneofthe people ensuring those meals reach learners is HeatherKannemeyer She prepares food for about 85 children at the school every weekday Kannemeyer arrives at the schoolat around 06:30 daily to beginpreparing breakfastbeforeserving porridgebetween 07:30 and 08:00. Lunch is served at 10:30. She says watching children enjoy awarm meal each day is what keeps hermotivated. "It feels great cooking for the children because you can see somechildren don't

have anything and are hungry.Itgives me asense ofsatisfaction knowing that there's something forthem to eat."

PrincipalElesiaKolbe said the school has been abeneficiary since 2003.

"Through this valued partnership,our learners receivenutritious meals thathelp ensurethey are better equipped to focus, learnand succeed in the classroom."

Kolbe adds that the impact of the PSFA extendsfar beyondproviding food.

"Ithas contributed to improved concentration,better academicperformance, increased school attendance, andhappier, healthier learners. Formanychildren,the mealtheyreceiveatschool is the onlynutritious meal they willhavethat day."

Sheencourages Capetonians to support the initiative and helpraise vitalfunds

"Byparticipating in the Blisters forBread Fun Walk,you arehelping to make ameaningfuldifference in the lives of thousands of learners.Every step taken help to ensurethatchildren cancometoschool with hope,ready to learn andbuilda brighter future."

Participants canchoose betweena 10km walk starting at 07:30 anda5km walkstarting at 08:00.

An entry fee of R125 canprovide 23 chil-

dren with anutritious breakfast andlunch for oneday

Entries arelimitedto10000 participants andwillonlybeaccepted online.

Citywarnsmotorists of unpaid parking fees SMS scam

The City of Cape Town has warnedmotorists not to fall for ascam in whichfraudsterssend SMS messages claiming road users have unpaid parking fees and must click on alink to settle the balance. According to the City’s Urban Mobility Directorate scammerssend messagesvia SMSbut may also use other platforms such as email and WhatsApp. One of the common messages reads ‘’Actionrequired: Yourparking fee remains unpaid. Please settle the balanceimmediately ’’

Parkingmarshalls

The City says the only way to pay foronstreet parking is directlytothe parking marshal at the timeofparking.Itdoes not send SMS, email or WhatsApp messages requesting payment forparking fees.

Motorists areadvised nottoconfuse these fraudulentmessages with legitimate notifications about outstanding traffic fines. The City doessend reminders to motorists with outstanding finesregistered in their names, which contain alink to view fines

at www.cityofctviewfines.co.za.

Howtoverify

Anyone with concerns aboutanoutstanding parking fee should not respondtothe messageorclick on anylinks, butcontact the City’s Transport Information Centreon 0800 65 64 63 or transport.info@capetown gov.za forassistance.

‘’Residents andvisitorsshould avoid clicking on links in unsolicitedmessages claimingthat parking feesare outstand-

ing,’’ said Mayco memberfor urbanmobility RobQuintas.

“Ifindoubt, contactthe City directly through the TransportInformation Centre for verification.“

TheCity charges parking fees for onstreetparking baysindesignated areas across CapeTown,particularly in areas wheredemandfor parking is high.This prevents anyone motorist from occupying aspace for extended periods,ensuring fair access to parking for all road users

Lyle JantjiesofLaMasia EliteFC, from Gauteng, putsatackle in on Sidney Schoeman of United FC during the BayviewFCu-16Youth Cup played at the Athlone stadiumonSaturday25July. The Gautengteam wonthe Platinum final 2-0 PHOTOS:RASHIEDISAACS

LadslightupAthloneStadium

After weeks of intense football at Strandfontein Sports Ground during the group stages of the Bayview u-16 YouthCup Tournament, hundreds of soccer lovers gatheredatAthlone Stadiumon Saturday 25 July forthe finals of thecompetition La Masia Elite Football Club (FC) from Johannesburg won the PlatinumFinalcategory after defeating UnitedFC2-0, while D6 Mitchells Plain defeated Rising Starsby 5-4 on penalties in the GoldFinal.Ulana Academy thumped Seaside Academy4-0 in theSilverFinal, with SunningdaleCity taking Bronze Final after overcoming Malibu United 2-0.

BRONZE

Runners up: MalibuUnited FC 0

Winners: Sunningdale FC 2 SILVER

Runners-up: Seaside spurs 0

Winners: Ulana Academy4 GOLD

Runners-up: Rising Stars 0(Pen 4)

Winners: D6 mitchellsplain 0(pen 5) D6 Mitchells Plain wononpenalties

WAGIETCUP

Runners-up: Bayview FC 0

Winners: ImtieyaazWagiet invitational team 1 PLATINUM

Runners-up: Untied FC 0

Winners: LA Masia Elite FC 2

Newlands to hostSA20 final

The fifth seasonofBetway SA20 will see Newlands host the final for the second yearrunning, whileBolandParkin Paarl willstageits first play-off match

Thefull fixtures list, announced last week, confirms abumper month of cricket across allsix stadiumsinthe country, with the world’s best T20 stars in action Thetournament willget underwayin January next year.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape andPretoriaCapitals willopen the season at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Sunday 17 January, in arepeat of the seasonfour final.

Thetwo sides met in the finalatNewlands in January, where Sunrisers clinchedtheir third title in four seasons with adramatic six-wicketvictory. Chasing 159, Sunrisers were reduced to 48 forfour beforeTristan Stubbsand Matthew Breetzke combinedin an unbeaten 114-run stand to seal the win with four balls to spare.

BetwaySA20 league commissioner GraemeSmith says there is no better way to start the new season.

“There is no better waytostartseason five thanwith arepeat of oneofthe most thrilling finals in ourhistory,” Smithsays “Sunrisers Eastern Cape andPretoria Capitals served up aclassicinCapeTown last season andit’s fittingthatthey’re the two teams out in the middle when the season gets underway in Gqeberha on 17 Jan-

uary next year.”

Smith says announcingthe fixtures is always abig moment for the league.

“Announcing the Betway SA20 fixtures is always abig momentfor us.It’s the first majormilestoneahead of the newseason anditmeans the wheelsare in motion for us as we build towards an incredible month of cricket,” he explains

Fans will be abletomakethe most of their weekends,with fourSaturday doubleheaders scheduled throughout the month BolandParkwillhostaplay-off match for the firsttime, with Qualifier 1onTuesday 16 February

TheWanderers in Johannesburgwill stage the rest of the play-off action,with the Eliminator on Wednesday 17 February andQualifier 2onFriday19February

CapeTown Mayor Geordin HillLewis says the city is proudtohostthe final againonSunday 21 February, particularly in ayearwhenCapeTown alsowelcomes the ICCMen’sCricket World Cup.

“Hosting this finalinthe same year we welcomethe world for the ICCMen’s Cricket World Cupshows exactly whyCape Town is oneofthe greatcricketingcities “Welookforward to giving players, fans andvisitors from around the world the warmest welcomewhenthe finalcomes to Newlands.”

Adetermined AneleMgwebaofUlana AcademyinMandalay,left; trieshardtowin theballfromJaydenDaviesofSeaside SpursfromOcean Viewduring theSilverFinal of theBayviewu-16Youth Cuptournament finalsplayedatAthlone StadiumonSaturday25July. Ulana wonthe encounter 4-0. Read more on page 15