Kouga Express - E-Edition - 26 February 2026

Businessmansentencedto10 yearsforguesthousedeaths

THE Gqeberha Regional Court has sentencedKareedouw guesthouse owner,Kevin Pretorius (53),toaneffective 10-year termofdirect imprisonment following his conviction on two counts of murder.

According to Luxolo Tyali, National Prosecuting Authority Regional Spokesperson, Pretorius was found guilty in January 2025 for the deaths of Mari Hoon (28) and her fiancé, Jean Vosloo (25), who succumbedto carbon monoxide poisoning while staying at his KliphuisGuesthouse in April 2020.

“The evidence before the court established that the couple diedafter inhaling toxiccarbon monoxide fumes thataccumulated in thebathroom due to adefective gas geyser installation. The geyser lacked aflue pipe to channel hazardous gases outside the building,” said Tyali.

“Although fitted with asafety sensor intended to shut the system down in the absence of aflue pipe, the device was not functioning correctly.”

Tyali said that the court further heard that carbon monoxide is odourless and undetectable to human senses, rendering the victims unaware of the lethal danger.

He said that during the trial, the State Prosecutor Johan Jansen presented evidence that Pretorius personally installedthe gasgeyser despitehaving no formal training or qualifications to work with gas installations.

“The Stateargued thathis decision toundertake theinstallation himself, without thenecessary expertise and without ensuring regulatory compliance,significantly increased the risk tohis guests,” said Tyali

He further said thatitalso transpiredthatPretoriushad been alerted to safety concernsbefore the incident,includingcomplaints from guests in July 2019 and March2020, regarding thesmell of gas.

Despite these warnings, he failed to take reasonable stepstoremedy the defect or to obtain qualified professional assistance.

Tyali said thatinaggravation of sentence,the court considered VictimImpact Statements detailing the enduring traumasuffered by the familiesofthe deceased and the irreversible consequences of their loss.

Whileinmitigation, he said that thedefence reliedonreports froma probation officerand asocial worker, submitting that Pretorius was a

first offender with established community ties and that anon-custodial sentencewould be appropriate.

“The State argued that directimprisonment was warranted, emphasising the gravityofthe offences, the vulnerability of the victims, and the accused’sconscious disregard of a known and foreseeable fatal risk in a commercial establishment operated forprofit,”saidTyali.

He said that in handing down the sentence, the Court agreed with the State thatPretorius had failed in his duty of carebydisregarding safety requirements and repeated warnings, thereby exposing his guests to a foreseeable and fataldanger

Tyali said that the Court further found an absence of genuine remorse. “Pretorius was sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment on each count of murder, with the sentences ordered to run concurrently, resulting in an effective 10-year term.”

He said that in terms of the Firearms Control Act, he was declared unfit to possess afirearm and ordered to surrender all firearms, ammunition and related licences in his possession.

Tyali said that the defence applied forleave to appealonthe basis that

the court had erredinits factual findings. He saidthat the State opposed the application, submitting that there were no reasonable prospects that another courtwould arriveata different verdict or impose adifferent sentence.

Tyali saidthat the courtnevertheless granted leave to appeal against both conviction and sentence. An application for bailpending appeal was subsequently dismissed.

Tyali saidthat the NPA reiterates that compliance with safetyregulations is not optional.

“Operatorsofcommercial establishments bear aclear duty to safeguardthe well-being of their patrons, and failuretodosomay result in severecriminal liability,” saidTyali

Welcomingthe outcome, Eastern Cape Director of PublicProsecutions, Barry Madolo, said, “Thismatter underscores the serious legal obligations restingonindividuals who operate facilities open to the public. Those who ignoresafety standards and place lives at riskfor financial gainmust expect to face serious criminal consequences.The NPA remains steadfast in holding such offendersaccountable.”

Man sentenced on multiple charges forJBayGood Samaritan murder

THENational Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomes the sentencing of Riaan Ridley Umslana (21) on 16 February to 25 years’ imprisonment for the murder of Jeffreys Bay resident and well-known Good Samaritan, Anna Gouws (69).

The High Court of South Africa also sentenced Umslana to 15 yearsfor robbery withaggravating circumstances, eight years for unlawful possession of afirearm, and two yearsfor unlawful possession of ammunition, allrunning concurrently with the murder sentence. According to LuxoloTyali,

National Prosecuting Authority Regional Spokesperson, the courtheard that on 27 April 2022, Umslana and his accomplicetravelled from Loerie toJeffreys Bay, armed with a.38 calibre revolver with the intention of committing robbery. He said thatearlier that day, Gouws had withdrawn money, paid herdomestic worker, and returned home after dropping heroff. Tyali said thatalong the way, the accusedflaggedher down and requested alift and food.

Acting ingood faith, she allowed them ontothe back of her bakkie and

bought them food at alocal outlet.

“While travelling near the corner of Da Gama Street and the R102, the two confronted her. Umslana produced the firearm and shot her in the head,fatally wounding her,”said Tyali.“The accused then robbedher of her vehicle keysand abag containing her driver’s licence, identity document, bankcard, cellphone, and other personal belongingsvalued at approximately R115,000 beforefleeing the scene.”

Tyalisaidthat they later returned and attempted to use Gouws’ bank

ECsurpassesnationalunemploymentrate

ZOLILE MENZELWA

THE Eastern Cape has recorded thehighest unemploymentrateof 42.5%, with almost80,000 jobs lost in the last threemonths, surpassing the national 31.4% unemploymentrate, according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey(QLFS) of quarter 4of2025.

The QLFS was releasedbyStatistician-General, Risenga Maluleke, on February 17. He said an increase in employmentand a decrease in unemployment resulted in adecrease of 0.5 percentage points in the unemployment rate to 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025.

The increases in thecombined rate of unemployment and potentiallabour force were recorded in the Eastern Cape at 3.8 percentage points.

The province recorded an absorption rate of 29.7% compared to the 56.3% in the WesternCape.

"The largest employment losses were recorded in Gauteng at 54,000, KwaZulu-Natal with 41,000 and the Eastern Cape at 32,000 between the third and fourth quarters of 2025.

"Compared with quarter four of 2024, decreases in employment were recorded in KwaZulu-Natal at 176,000, followed by the Eastern Cape with 79,000 and Northern

Cape with 18,000," Maluleke said.

Increases in quarterly unemployment rate, he said,wererecorded in the Eastern Cape at 1.3 percentage points, the Free State 1percentagepoint and KwaZulu-Natal 0.6 of apercentage point.

"Year-on-year increases in the unemployment rate were recorded in the Eastern Cape at 5.9 percentage points and KwaZulu-Natal 3.7 percentagepoints.

“The combined rateofunemployment and potential labour force increases was recordedin the Free State at1.4 percentage points, the Eastern Cape at 1.2 percentagepoints, Limpopoat1 percentagepoint and KwaZulu-Natal at 0.5 of apercentage point."

Maluleke said theincreases in the combined rate of unemployment and potential labour force were recorded in the Eastern Cape at 3.8 percentage points.

The province was one of only twoprovinces whereunemployment increased year on year.

DA opposition leader in the Eastern Cape ProvincialLegislature, Vicky Knoetze, said the unemployment was acrisis thatreflected the collapse of provincial governance.

"The Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the fourth quarter of 2025 confirms that the Eastern Cape'sunemployment cri-

sis is not atemporary setback, butadirectreflection of failing governance, collapsing infrastructure, and the continued erosion of investor confidenceinthe province."

She said the statisticsshowed that, on average, three out of every five working-age residents in the rural EasternCape cannot find work.

"The DA maintains that rising unemployment in the Eastern Cape is inseparablefrompoor service delivery,weak leadership and collapsing infrastructure. Investors arewithdrawing, small businesses are closing, and skilled workers are leaving the province in searchofopportunities elsewhere.

"The loss of major investment opportunities, concerns around the future of the automotivesector in Kariega, and declining industrial confidence illustrate a province that is steadily becoming less competitive," Knoetze said.

"The result is an economy that cannot attract investment, create jobs or sustain meaningful development. Recent calls urging residents to find work within the province stand in stark contrast to the reality thatunemployment is rapidly approaching —and in some areas exceeding —employment levels,"she concluded

card.Hefurther said that the firearm used in the commission of the crime was subsequently disposed of. Umslana was arrested on 4May 2022. His sentencingon16February follows aplea and sentence agreement concluded in terms of Section 105A of the CriminalProcedure Act 51 of 1977.

“In his plea, Umslana admitted that he intentionally shot and killed Gouws, acknowledged that his actions were unlawful, and expressed remorse for the pain caused to her family,” said Tyali.

Eastern Cape Director of Public

Prosecutions, Barry Madolo, welcomed the sentence and commended the prosecutor, Advocate Marius Stander, as well as the investigating team, for theirdiligent workinsecuring justice. He stated that the sentence sends astrong message that violent crimes, particularly murder and robbery with aggravating circumstances, will be met with serious consequences. The matter of Umslana’s co-accused, Donovan Chadon Rossouw (21),was separated and was scheduled to commence on 24 February.

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The Executive MayorofKouga cordially invitesyou to an open andinteractive FirstThursday event. Offering one-on-one opportunitiestoraise municipal-relatedqueries andconcerns.

JeffreysBaycomposerearnsmajornominationforNetflixshow

RAZAANPLAATJIES

JEFFREYS Bay-based composer, KurtSlabbert, has been nominated for aSouth African Film and Television Award (SAFTA) forBest Soundin aComedy for the Netflix production TheMabaso Family Reunion

The recognition places alocal creative on a national stageand highlights the growingcreative footprint of the coastal town

Originally from EastLondon,Slabbert grew up with astrong connection to musicand drama Afterschool, he worked at East LondonPrivate Hospital, where he qualified as aPharmacy Technician.

The qualification allowed himtoworkinthe United Kingdom, though music remained his long-termgoal.

“I left forthe UK with asuitcaseand aguitar,”saidSlabbert.

Whileworking within the hospital system andholding two jobs, he saved to study music formally and later enrolled at theGuitarInstitute in London

Slabbert said that this period in hislife sharpenedboth his technicalfoundation and his professional discipline.

After three years abroad, he returned to South Africa and joined theCampus of Performing Arts as aguitar lecturer while building apresence in the Johannesburgmusic scene.

Duringthis time, he met producerLorens

Persson, who introduced himtothe commercial composition space.

Slabbert said that his first major sessionin 2004 was for Fanta’s “Fanta Fun Guide”.

“This opportunity wasdemanding, but it confirmed that Icould operate in high-performance creative environments,”said Slabbert.

Overthe years, he has composed andproducedjingles formajor brands and worked in sound design on award-winning campaigns recognisedatthe Loeries and the Cannes Lions.

He credits the advertising industry with refininghis ability to deliver with speed and emotional clarity.

Slabbert said his move into film andtelevision developed through collaboration while he was amember of the band, Gang of Instrumentals, founded by Mandla Ndimande Ndimande later created the television show, City Ses’la,and subsequent sitcoms, and he invited Slabbert to contribute.

“I tookthe opportunity seriously, andthat markedthe beginning of my journey into televisionscoring,”saidSlabbert.

Reflecting on hislatest SAFTA nomination, he described it as meaningful.

“While it is not my first SAFTA nomination, and Ihave been privileged to win previously, thisone carriesadeeper sense of perspective. It represents consistency, growth, andsustained commitment to the craft,”said Slabbert.

WorkingonaNetflix production, he said, comes with highexpectations.

Slabbert said that the standardishigh, and collaboration is key.

“Ultimately, theplatform mattersless than the level of care invested by theteam. When everyone is committed to excellence,the result reflects that,”saidSlabbert.

Now based in JeffreysBay, he findsinspiration in his surroundings, though he acknowledges the importanceofcollaboration.

“Creativity is not limited by geography, but it is strengthened by community. Surrounding yourself with driven andpurposeful individuals elevates the work, wherever you are based,”saidSlabbert.

He hopes hisnominationsends aclear message to young creatives in the Eastern Cape that preparation is critical.

Slabbert said thatopportunities come, but that those who are ready are favoured.

He also believes that geography does not define potential and that excellence can come from anywhere.

Slabbert said thatsmall towns can nurture talent throughpractical initiatives suchas workshops, local competitionsand accessible filmmaking projects.

To do his part forthe local community, he remains active in local music, particularly within church communities, and is finalising aproject with King’s College where learners were given the opportunity to write and record their own song

Professionally,Slabbert is currently scoring anew Netflix series, with additional projects in

Trucktarpaulinsbecomeschoolbackpacks

CHILDREN in local communities arebenefiting from acreative sustainability initiativethathas given discarded trucktarpaulins asecondlife as durableschoolbackpacks.

The innovative programme,spearheaded by Woodlands Dairy, builds on thecompany’s

strong track recordofrepurposing brandedcollateral —fromgazebos and feather banners to roll-upand teardrop banners —once they reach the end of their lives or theirmessage is no longer relevant. This year,their focus hasshifted to trucktarpaulins, with remarkable results.

development across film and television.

Beyond music, he has also founded Scelta Pizza in Jeffreys Bay, apop-up concept built around asignatureartisan, hand-stretched, 48hour fermented Neapolitan-style base.

“For me, creativity extends beyond music Whether composing for screen or crafting pizza, the principles remainthe same: precision, flavour,and attention to detail,” said Slabbert.

Reflectingonhis journey, he expressedgratitude for each phaseofhis career.

“The constant has been preparation, discipline, and the willingnesstostep forwardwhen opportunity presents itself,”said Slabbert.

Marisa Maccaferri, Marketing Executive forWoodlands Dairy and FirstChoice, said,

“The idea came fromwantingtofindapractical, meaningful waytoreduce waste while creating social impact. Repurposingtruck tarpaulins aligns with our broader CSI and sustainability goals by diverting durable materials fromlandfill and transforming them into useful items that support our community programmes, particularly in education and youth development.”

Mandla Charlie, CSI and Activations Manager at Woodlands Dairy, explains that truck tarpaulins are end-of-cycle materials that are extremely hard-wearing,weather-resistant, and high-quality.

“Our aim is to reducewaste sent to landfill and promote circular economy principles Instead of discarding them, we give them a second life. Theprojectalso supports skills development and job creationinthe manufacturing process, while providingpractical resources to children in our communities. Their durability makes them perfect for backpacks, ensuring longevity while reducing environmental impact,” said Charlie.

He added that the decision to collaborate with E’Yako Green was intentional, as their values closely alignwith Woodlands Dairy’s sustainability and community upliftment objectives.

“Their focus on repurposing materials and creating meaningful economic opportunities resonates with ourbroaderenvironmental and social impact goals, makingthem an ideal

partner to deliver aquality product that contributes positively to both people and the planet,”saidCharlie.

Thebackpacks will be distributed through Woodlands’ CSIinitiatives, primarily to children within partner schools and community programmes.They will carry school supplies and personal items, supporting accesstoeducation while promoting reuseand sustainability Charlie saidfeedback so far hasbeen extremely positive.

“Partners appreciate both the durability of the bags and the sustainability storybehind them. There’sastrong interestinexpanding the initiative, which shows real potential for long-termimpact. This project demonstrates how small, thoughtful innovations can create meaningful change. By combining environmental responsibility with community upliftment, we deliver impact that is both practical and lasting,” saidCharlie.

Maccaferri further said, “Thisinitiative shows that sustainability doesn’t have to be abstract. It can be practical, tangible, and directly beneficial to our communities. Every backpack represents not only astep toward reducing waste, but also atangible opportunity for achild to succeed. That’sthe real power of repurposing with purpose.”

To learn moreabout Woodlands Dairy’s sustainability initiatives and community programmes,visit www.woodlandsdairy.co.za or follow them on Facebook (woodlandsdairySA) and LinkedIn (woodlands-dairy)

JEFFREYSBAAI Toerisme en LC Events Services,ondersteundeurdie Kouga Munisipaliteit, bied van 19 tot 21 Maart 2026die tweede “Teaterbydie See” aan.

Hierdie 2026-aanbieding verteenwoordig ’n groeiende kuns- en kultuurprojek watdaarop gemikisomkreatiewe uitdrukking in die area te bevorder en terselfdertyd meer besoekers gedurende die stiller tye van die jaar nadie dorp te lok. Die inisiatief, wat deur Jeffreysbaai Toer-

isme geïnisieer is,fokus daarop om plaaslike besighede, restaurante en akkomodasie-instansies te ondersteun deur ’n gehalte kunstefeesatmosfeer in die area te skep

Anders as ’n tradisionele kunstefees wattot een naweek beperk is, strek die“Teater by die See” kunste-aanbieding oor die hele jaar met verskeie topgehalte produksies en aanbiedings.

Programhoogtepuntevir2026: Die openingsvertoning op 19 Maartword ge-

lei deur JosephClark,wat gehore sal bekoor met die tydlose musiek van Queen.

DieHoërskool Nico Malan se koor vorm deel van die vertoning, terwylInnikollig se beste kunstenaarsasvoorprogram saloptree.

Vrydagaand20Maartbetree Magda Louwen haar Erhard die verhoog vir ’n onvergeetlike musiekervaring.

Frank Opperman se produksie Reünie vind Saterdagaand21Maartplaas en beloof skaterlag-familiepretvir alle ouderdomme. Virjong teaterliefhebbersisdaar ’n spesiale Kinderteater-oggend wat onder andere diegeliefde “Bester die Renoster” insluit, asook ’n vertoning deur diewêreldbekende kulkunstenaar ReghardtLaubscher.

Opvoedkundigebetrokkenheid:

Skole speel ’n belangrike rolindie projek, met verskeieopvoedkundigeenkreatiewe aktiwiteite. DieATKV Brandervolts bied’n“Talent by die See”-kompetisie aan waar laer- en hoërskoolleerders hul talente kan ten toon stel

Addisioneleaktiwiteite:

Benewens die verhoogproduksies bied die naweek ’n verskeidenheid interaktiewe projekte en werkswinkels in Jeffreysbaaiaan,insluitend blomme-werkswinkels,beelde-toere, ’n skryfkursus, kookklas en boekvoorlesings deur bekendeskrywers soos Chanette Paulen Hendie Grobbelaar

Kaartjie-inligting:

Kaartjies vir allevertonings is beskikbaarop Quicket. Dievolledige program kanbesigtig wordop“Teater by dieSee” se Facebook-blad

Kougastrengthens tourism position at expo

KOUGA Local Municipality continues to strengthen its position as aleading coastal destination following its participation in the Southern Africa TourismServices Association (SATSA) LinkUp Workshop andNetworking Expo, hosted at St Francis Links on 13 February 2026

The strategic engagement forms part of the municipality’s ongoing drive to grow the local tourism economy, expand market access for Kouga-based businesses, and position the region as atrade-ready destination for both domestic andinternational visitors.

Representingthe municipality, the Economic Development and Tourism Department used the platform to promote Kouga’sdiverse tourism offering, build partnerships with industry stakeholders, and secure practical insights to enhance destination marketingand digital visibility

The event broughttogether tourismrole players from across the Eastern Cape, creating valuable opportunities for product

exposure, buyer engagement, andknowledge sharing.

Kouga Executive Mayor, HattinghBornman, said the municipality’sparticipation in SATSA LinkUp reflects Kouga’s commitment to unlocking the full potential of its tourismsector.

“Tourism is oneofthe cornerstones of Kouga’s local economy. Platformssuchas SATSA LinkUp allowustoconnectour local tourism products with nationaland international markets, whichultimately translates into more visitors, more jobs, and more opportunities for ourcommunities,” hesaid.

He added thatstrengthening partnerships with industry stakeholders is essentialfor building acompetitive destination.

“Byinvesting in destination marketing, digital innovation, andtrade readiness, we are ensuring that Kouga remainsa preferred coastaldestination. Our focus is on inclusivegrowth, where SMMEs and emerging tourism operators benefit alongsideestablished businesses.”

Akey outcome of the workshop wasthe municipality’s access to the2026 tourism outlook anddestinationmarketing trends presented by SATSA Chief Executive OfficerDavid Frost.

Kouga representatives also participated in an inbound tourism masterclass focused on statistics of key inbound source markets, strategies to bridge thedigital divide, leveraging incentive programmes like the Tourism Transformation Fund, andutilising platformssuchasthe SATSA Tourism LinkUp Tuesdays for weekly trade exposure.

Themunicipality further showcased the region’s tourism assets through adestination presentation that positioned Kouga as ahub for coastal, adventure, heritage andlifestyle tourism

This exposure strengthens Kouga’s profile within provincialand national tourism networks andopens new trade opportunities for local operators.

Bornmanemphasised that tourism growthmust translate into tangiblelocal

Wêreldbekende kulkunstenaar,Reghardt Laubscher,gaanbydie spesiale Kinderteater-oggend optree FOTO: VERSKAF

asook op Jeffreysbaai Toerismesewebblad, www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za

“Teaterbydie See” beloof om in 2026 ’n ware viering vankuns en kultuur virdie gemeenskap te wees –’ngeleentheid waar inwoners en besoekers saam kan deel in die kreatiewe hartklop van Jeffreysbaai

TomBouwer, dieprojekleier, se raakvatter gesegde is “Ons bring diebestenadie Beste” en ditweerspieël diegehalte van die 2026-skouspel

Kontak: Vir meer navrae kan dieJeffreysbaai Toerismekantoorgekontak word by 042 293 2629 / 064 966 9933.

benefits.

“Our goal is to ensure that tourism growth is feltinevery town across Kouga –from Jeffreys Bay and St Francis to Hankey and Patensie.

“By supporting local enterprises and expanding market access, we are building a resilient and inclusive tourism economy.”

Participation in SATSALinkUpdirectlysupports themunicipality’scommitment to: Growing thelocal tourismeconomy

• SupportingSMME developmentand transformation

• Increasingvisitor numbersand length of stay

• Enhancing digital destination marketing

• Buildingstrategic industry partnerships

By engaging on national trade platforms such as SATSA, theKouga Local Municipality ensures that local tourism products gain cost-effective promotional exposure, while accessing industry knowledge, networking opportunities and market intelligence.

New8-BallPoolAssociation exceedsexpectations

RAZAAN PLAATJIES

CUES lined up and anticipation filledthe airasthe Humansdorp 8-Ball Pool Association officially launched its league on 2 February at Havanna Sports Bar

With an enthusiastic crowd of players and supporters in attendance,the opening night delivered excitement, laughterand astrongsense of communityspirit.

Francois Du Rand, owner of Havanna Sports Bar, said the openingevening exceeded expectations.

“We had an amazing turnout from the players, as well as the public. The evening was filled with excitement andlaughter.

All of us at Humansdorp8-Ball Pool Association are so appreciative,” saidDu Rand.

The opening fixtures featuredeight teamswith10playersper team, ranging from youngtoold.

All eight teams will competeinweekly fixtures everyMonday nightfrom19:30 at HavannaSports Bar andHumansdorp Hotel.

Du Rand expressedgratitudefor thesupport received so farfrom all the association’steams, family and friends

He also thanked the publicfor their support at theassociation'sMonday night league events, Wednesday night competitionsand trial events.

“We thank thepublic for supportingussoearly on in ourassociation and look forward to what lies ahead.” Despite only recently establishing the club, members have been actively participating in various events

Du Rand said thatfour female players travelled to Gqeberha on 31 January to takepart in trials for aplace at thenationals.

Whileall four performedexceptionally well, Victoria Hammond and KarenLe

Roux wereselected to represent the association at the nationalslater this year.

“Weare immensely proudand excited to have representation at the national level so earlyinour association, andwe can only grow from hereonout,” said Du Rand.

Junior players also took part in trials on 7February at Havanna Sports Bar in Jeffreys Bay.

At least14juniorsparticipated in the u/18 andu/23 divisions, with 12 selected to represent the association at the nationals

They are Joshua Fourie, Joshua Pienaar, Ryno Van derRiet, Caiden Seejiram, Juandre Jackson,Mitayo Peterse, Imran Ruiters, DyllenStolterfoht, Silvano Swartbooi, Tayrese Brown, Ruan Jackson and Keanan Bellis.

Du Rand said the association is committedtoyouth development and the longtermgoals of young players

“Theclubprovidesasenseofpurpose anddirection, helping to buildamore inclusive and equitablesociety. In addition, empoweringyoung people with skills fostersasense of belongingand community,” saidDuRand.

The national championships will take place from 13 June to 18 JulyinPotchefstroom.

The association has invited the public to support itsopentrials on 28 February and1March at Havanna Sports Bar in Jeffreys Bay and reminded residents of competition nights held on Wednesdays from 19:00 at the venue.

The competitions areopentoall players, new andold.

Community memberswho wouldlike to sponsor the juniors travellingtothe nationals can contact Francois Du Rand at 073 309 4275, Jonathan Brown at 068 302 5902 or emailhumansdorp8pa@gmail com.

JBayrescueanimals desperatelyseeklovinghomes

JBAY Animal Rescue Sanctuary,which sterilises at least 80 animalsevery month in the Kouga region, is in OceanViewTownshipinJeffreys Bay.

The organisation is looking for forever homes for theseanimals

Nova is ayoung female who came with kittens. Her kittens are all adopted, and sheis nowlooking forher dreamhome Romeo is a6-week-old male kitty. Juliet is a6-week-old female kitty.

Isabella is ayoung female dogwho is full of energy. She needs aloving, energetic family.She is really such aspecialsoul.

Rufus is desperately in need of ahome. He is amixed-breed medium-sized dog, andhe is around 12-14 weeks old now.

For more information, or to visit the clinic, contact Cindy Muller at 083 320 4173, email jbayanimals@gmail.com, or visit JBayAnimal Rescue Sanctuary at www Jbayanimalsanctuary.co.za

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All interested persons having objection to theissue ofsuch copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writing with the Registrar ofDeedatJohannesburg situated at Deed Office in format ion Sect ion, Mezzanine Floor, 208-212 Marble TowersBuilding, c/n VonWeilligh and Prichard Street Johannesburg within two weeks from the date of publicationofthis notice. Dated at this Day of

SUSARA MARYNA NORTJE

In die Boedel van wyle SUSARA MARYNA NORTJE, Identiteitsnr. 5509010146 08 7, gebore op 1September 1955, binne gemeenskap van goed getroud metFrederik Francois Nortje, Identiteitsnr.5109105073088,van Olivierstraat10, Joubertina Boedelnr. 000438/2026. Alle persone metvorderinge teenbogemelde boedel moet dit binne 30 dae vanaf datumvan publikasie hiervan by die betrokke Eksekuteur

inlewer

CW MALAN JOUBERTINA

INGELYF

Prokureursvir Eksekuteur Olivierstraat8

Posbus 5 Joubertina 6410 Tel042 2731300

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THEESTATELATE

DavidWestonBaxter, Identity Number: 450604 5114180,formerlymarried in community of property to Petra Brink Baxter, Identity Number: 4607260109085, whopassedaway on 10 December 2025, andwas residingat13Die Heide, Boekenhout Crescent, Wavecrest, JeffreysBay, Eastern Cape, is hereby noted. Master's Office: Port Elizabeth. Estate number.: 484/2026.

Allpersonswith claims ag ai nst the above-mentioned estate must submit themtothe relevant Executor within 30 days from thedate of publicationofthis.

SLABBERT ATTORNEYS

Scheldestraat 21 JeffreysBay 6330

Ema il: ca rike

@slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel. 042293 4271

BESTORWE BOEDEL Boedel wyle Wynand Michael Deyzel , Identiteitsnommer: 601030 5083084,gebore 30 Oktober 1960, Oorlede op 24 Desember 2025,wie get rou dw as Binne Gemeenskap van Goed met Pricilla Deyzel, identiteitsnommer: 5810240092087 van 19 TamariskSquare, Wavecrest, Jeffreysbaai, Provinsie Oos-Kaap, Meesters- kantoorPort Elizabeth. Boedelnr.: 482 /2026.

Alle persone meteiseteen die bogemeldeboedel moet dit binne30dae vanaf datumvan publikasie hiervan by die betrokke Eksekuteurindien.

SLABBERT PROKUREURS

Scheldestraat 21 Jeffreysbaai 6330

Epos: car ike

@slabbertattorneys.co.za Tel. 042293 4271

Case No.:143/2025

NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION

In the Magistrate's Court for the districtofSARAH BAARTMAN, heldinthe sub districtof Kouga, at HUMANSDORP

In the matter between HERHOLDTS GROUP (PTY) LTD Plaintiff And HUMANSDORPSYNERGY SOLAR (PTY) LTD 1stDefendant

PETERJAMES MITCHLEY 2ndDefendant

on Friday 13th March 2026 at 10:30 namely 1x Boat &Trailer 1x 130 Yamaha Engine Dated at HUMANDSORPonthe 16th day of FEBRUARY2026

NELMENTZ STEYNELLIS INC. Attorneys for Planitiff 14 Bureau Street

NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTALBASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS APPLICATIONFOR ENVIRONMENTALAUTHORISATIONFOR THE PROPOSEDRESIDENTIAL BUILDING ON ERF1225 JEFFREYSBAY,HUMANSDORP REGISTRATION DIVISION, KOUGAMUNICIPALITY

Notice is hereby given in terms of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (GNNo. R.983, 2014, as amended) and under Chapter 5ofthe National Environmental Management Act (Act 107, 1998) as amended,of the intended applicationfor environmental authorisationtothe Eastern Cape DepartmentofEconomicDevelopment Environment and Tourism (DEDEAT) forthe following activities:

Theconstruction of aresidential property on the above-mentioned erf, which lies within 100m of the high-water mark as defined. The proposed building falls within the urban area of Jeffreys Bayasdefined in the Kouga Local Municipality SpatialDevelopment Framework.The residential stand is situated at 19 Tecoma Street, Kabeljous.

An applicationfor Environmentalauthorisationwillbemade to undertake the following listed Activities:

GNR.983 (LN1) of 2014 (as amended by GNR. 327 of 07 April 2017) •Activity 19A -Infilling, excavation, or movement of material exceeding 5m3within 100 mofthe high-water mark,associated with the proposed foundation and site preparation works.

GNR.985 (LN3) of 2014 (as amended by GNR. 324 of 07 April 2017) •Activity 12.a.(iii) -Clearance of 300 m2 or more of indigenous vegetation within 100 mofthe high-water mark in the Eastern Cape. Theabove activities require that aBasic Assessment process be undertaken in order to obtain EnvironmentalAuthorisation. ACES EnvironmentalConsultants hasbeen appointed by the project applicantas the independent EAP to undertakethis process.

INVITATION TO INTERESTED ANDAFFECTED PARTIES Shouldyou wish to register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and wishto submitcomments or objections on the matter, please do so in writing,to the contact person indicated below, BY NO LATER THAN 30th MARCH 2026. Contact: THE EAP at ACES EnvironmentalSpecialists, 15 Die HeideStreet, Paradise Beach, Jeffreys Bay, email:comments@aces-con.co.za;Cell /WhatsApp: 066 238 8094 /082 309 5175

Pellsrus-atletepaknoubestes

HANNES SCHOEMAN

DRIE atlete van die Laerskool Pellsrus in Jeffreysbaai is gekies om op 6en7Maart aan die Oos-Kaapse skoleatletiekkampioenskappe in Komani (voorheen Queenstown) deel te neem. Hulle is Tatum Ruiters, Ashlene Dolph en Micah Dolph.

Dié driehet tot dusver vanjaar windmakerig vertoon en verdien die kansomhulle teen die provinsie se bestes te meet.

Tatumisgekies om aan die 100meter, verspring en aflos vir o.12-atlete deel te neem, terwyl Ashlene in die 80m, 100menaflos in aksiesal wees. Micah sal in die o.10-afdeling aan die verspring deelneem.

Pellsrussesporthoof, Lorenda Cleaven, sê die skool is uiteraard trots op sy gekose atlete. “Hulle het

die talent om hulle deeglik te laat geld, en daarom verwag ons goeie uitslae.

26February: HumansdorpMuseumSocietyAGM:Thesociety’s annual general meetingwill takeplace on Thursday,26 February,at10:00 at Le Chameleon Restaurant in Voortrekker Road,Humansdorp.

28February:

AstonBay Market: Don’t miss the market at the AstonBay Community Hall on 28 February from 09:00to15:00

Milkwood SaturdayMarket: Don’t miss the next market on 28 February,from 09:00 to 13:00 (weather permitting). Locatedonthe GLA road next to Fountains Mall. Handmade crafts,jewel-

“Ja, die mededinging gaan straf wees, maar Pellsrus se atlete gee ten alle tye hul heel beste,” sê sy.

MicahDolph. FOTO’S:VERSKAF

Gamtoosatleteryg diemedaljesin

DieLaerskoolGamtoosvallei se atlete hetonlangs aan die Sarah Baartman atletiekbyeenkoms deelgeneemenaltesaam 19 medaljes verower by hierdiegeleentheid.Hierdie vyf atlete is gekies as deelvan die Sarah Baartman atletiekspan wat eersdaagsaan die OP atletiekbyeenkoms in Komani (Queenstown)sal deelneem Op diefoto is van links,Coenrad Ferreira, Petrivan der Watt,Jani Rautenbach, AméBezuidenhout en Zilke Kemp. FOTO:VERSKAF

DIARY|DAGBOEK

lery,décor items, clothing,food, flowers, bottled products,second-hand items and moreare sold Entryis free.Itwill alsotakeplace on 14 March.

3March:

Alzheimerondersteuingsgroep: Diegroep komopDinsdag, 3Maart om 15:00 in die Eedenglen-saal byeen. Almal is baie welkom. Virmeer inligting, kontak Anna-Marie Jacobsby082 874 6328 of Mariejtie Boonzaaier by 084 4093119

7March:

Jeffreys BayCar Boot Sale: Join the bargain hunt in Da Gama Road, oppositethe caravan

park, from 08:00 to 13:00 on 7March. The entranceisat2 Petunia Street.ContactCorineat 082 9222260

19March:

TeaterbydieSee:Moeniediekunsuitstallingen Joseph Clark (Queen &Choirs) misloop nie.Dit sal op 19 Maartbydie NG GemeenteJeffreysbaai Kompleks-kampus plaasvind. Kaartjiesisaanlyn by Quicket te koop.Vir meer inligting,kontak Jeffreysbaai Toerisme by 064 966 9933 of besoek www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za.

20Maart:

Teater by die See: 'n Kunsuitstalling,verskeidenheidskonsert,blomme-werkswinkel (JBay TVET Kollege),skryfkuns-kursus, boekvoorlesing (SupertubesGastehuis),enMagdaLouwenhaar Erhardsal te sienweesop20Maart by Teater by die See.Dit sal by die NG GemeenteJeffreysbaai Kompleks-kampus plaasvind.Kaartjiesisaanlyn by Quicket te koop.Vir meer inligting,kontakJeffreysbaai Toerisme by 064 966 9933 of besoek www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za.

21Maart: Teater by die See: Die dag se programsluit in: 'n‘beelde vanJeffreysbaai’-toer, boekvoorlesings

(Verda Vide en JBayTVET Kollege),kinderteater, blomme-werkswinkel (JBayTVETKollege) kookkuns(JBayTVETKollege),'ntalentkompetisie en FrankOpperman se ‘Reünie’. Dit sal op 21 Maart by die NG GemeenteJeffreysbaai Kompleks-kampus plaasvind.Kaartjiesisaanlyn by Quicket te koop.Vir meer inligting,kontakJeffreysbaai Toerisme by 064 966 9933 of besoek www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za.

SendyourDiaryentriestokougaexpress@novusmedia.co.za.The deadline forentriesison Tuesdaysat14:00.EntriesmaybeinEnglishor Afrikaans.

KougaMayoral Cup2026

KougainAction

–A Blueprintfor aThrivingSouth Africa

KougaLocalMunicipality proudlyinvites allsportingcodes and registered clubsacrossthe Kougaregiontotakepartinthe KougaMayoral Cup2026, an annual multi-code sporting showcase that celebrates teamwork,talentand community pride.

More than just atournament, theKouga MayoralCup highlights thevital role sportplays in nation-building, youthdevelopment andsocial cohesion,while positioningKouga as aliving blueprintofwhata flourishingSouth Africancommunity canbe.

Allclubs wishingtoparticipate must be affiliatedand formally registered within theKouga LocalMunicipalityarea.

Getyourclubready.Get your game on.BepartofKouga in action

Forenquiries andfurther information:

Elvina Felix

elvina@kouga.gov.za 067 108 5895

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