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Fish Hoek High School’s girls’ soccer team claims tournament honours - 4 Anna van der Westhuizen taught piano to a generation of Fish Hoek children and was an accomplished concert pianist. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
A mural highlighting Christine Diemer, first European farm owner in the Fish Hoek Valley, providing produce for the newly formed harbour in Simon’s Town.
FISH HOEK VALLEY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION TALK
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he Fish Hoek Valley Historical Association hosted an enlightening talk at the Fish Hoek Library on Thursday 13 August celebrating the women who shaped the valley over two centuries.
Rugaya Albertus, fruit seller outside the shops in Second Avenue, Fish Hoek, has sold fruit since the 1990s. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Celebrating the women who shaped the valley At the talk curator of the Fish Hoek Valley Museum, Sue Maude, shared the history of Christine Diemer, the first European farm owner in the valley, providing produce for the newly formed Simon’s Town Harbour. “Hester de Kock, last owner of Fish Hoek Farm, left instructions in her will to develop the farm as plots, leading to the establishment of Fish Hoek village in 1918. Leentjie van de Caab was born into slavery on Imhoff Farm,” she said. Slavery was abolished by the British Empire in 1833, but the enslaved had to serve an apprenticeship of four years. “Simon’s Town records show complaints from farm owner Pierre Rocher, asking authorities to punish ‘this unteachable girl’. On another occasion he complained that she was supposed to go to Cape Town ‘to attend her mistress’ but refused to go in a wood wagon as it was ‘not a proper carriage’. Leentjie showed remark-
able spirit at a time when enslaved people were still incredibly harshly treated.” Ethyl May Gillard was given special mention as Fish Hoek’s first librarian, who served in this role for more than 30 years. She was the first to introduce story reading to a library in Cape Town and in her retirement she was involved with setting up the museum, Maude explained. “Bertha Dowley of Brakkloof Farm, where Evergreen and Sun Valley now stand, was passionate about horses,” Maude said. “She took a generation of Fish Hoek children under her wing, providing sanctuary for children from broken homes or working parents. Aunty Bertha followed riders in her pink Valiant car, keeping everyone safe.” A special mention was given to Rugaya Albertus (Aunty Raya), a fruit seller outside the shops in Second Avenue, Fish Hoek. She has sold fruit
there since the 1990s, taking the stall over on her husband’s death in 2004. From waking up at 05:00 in the morning to buy supplies from Epping Market, Aunty Raya’s stall doubles as a community centre. Her story has been captured in an e-book by customer Carohn Cornell, Maude added. Anna van der Westhuizen taught piano to a generation of Fish Hoek children and was an accomplished concert pianist. Her daughter, Barbara-Ann Horsfield, continues the musical legacy from Noordhoek. Conservationist Nan Rice also founded the Dolphin Action Protection Group in 1977, devoting her life to marine protection. She campaigned against plastic pollution in the 1980s and helped form the Whale Disentanglement Network, still operational today. Karoline Hanks manages Project Noordhoeked, preserving Noordhoek’s environment. Hanks created a coffee-table book on Noordhoek to raise funds for the project, she added.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Cape Town pensioners and social grant recipients have until Monday 31 August to renew their municipal rates rebates if they want their benefits backdated to Wednesday 1 July. The City of Cape Town says it’s processing a high volume of applications and has thanked pensioners, social grant recipients and indigent residents for their patience. Residents whose applications are still being processed may be charged the full amount on their municipal accounts this month. Once their applications have been approved, however, qualifying residents can expect a refund on their next account. Pensioners and social grant recipients who submitted renewal appli-
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The City has also outlined deadlines for residents receiving indigent support. Qualifying indigent residents who applied to renew their benefits before 1 July are being asked to remain patient while their applica-
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On a sunny winter’s afternoon in Cape Town, it is easy to become absorbed in the beauty of the city. The blue skies, warm sunlight and busy streets can make it tempting to believe that everything is well. But on the streets, another reality exists: one that many people walk past without a second thought It is the reality of people living on the streets. For many, the sight of someone sleeping under a bridge, sitting on a pavement or pushing their belongings in a trolley has become part of the city’s landscape. We see them, but often we do not really see them. We make assumptions about how they got there and, sometimes, we judge them without knowing their stories. But perhaps the most important lesson is that it is not our duty to
judge. People living on the streets are still people with hopes, talents, friendships, memories and dreams. Their circumstances may look different from ours, but their humanity is no different. I recently wrote an article about Sally Roman, who has lived on the streets of Cape Town for more than 20 years. She arrived in the city as a teenager, hoping to find a better life. Her journey did not unfold as she had hoped, and circumstances eventually led her to a life on the streets. Yet, sitting on the Fan Walk in Green Point, with a pair of scissors in her hand, Sally is not defined by homelessness. She is a self-taught hairdresser. She loves children. She loved singing in her school choir. She describes herself as someone who gets along with everyone. What is equally striking is the bond she has formed with the people around her. Her friend speaks warmly about her after she cuts his hair. He
is happy with the result, but his words reveal that the value of the interaction goes beyond a haircut. He describes Sally as a nice person who is always happy. These friendships remind us of something we often forget: people living on the streets build communities too. They look out for one another. They share stories, laughter and sometimes the little they have. They form genuine connections because, in a difficult environment, having someone who knows you, understands you and accepts you can mean everything. Life on the street is undoubtedly difficult. It can expose people to violence, hunger, illness, loneliness and uncertainty. But it can also create bonds that are difficult for those outside that world to understand. During Women’s Month, Sally’s message that women should support one another is particularly powerful. She speaks against the tendency to put other women down and calls for more love between women.
Perhaps that message extends beyond women. We all need to ask ourselves how we treat people whose lives look different from ours. Compassion does not mean ignoring the challenges associated with homelessness. It means recognising the person behind the circumstances. It means understanding that not everyone chose to live on the street. For many, a series of difficult circumstances, limited opportunities, family breakdown, poverty or other challenges led them there. Sometimes, what a person needs most is not judgement, but a listening ear. A conversation. A meal. A kind word. A moment of dignity. We may not be able to change someone’s entire life, but we can choose how we respond to them. Because the people on our streets are not simply people on our streets. They are someone’s friend, someone’s parent, someone’s child and above all, they are human beings deserving of love, compassion and dignity.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Remember Mrwetyana NAMHLA MONAKALI early seven years after Uyinene Mrwetyana’s death, her daily walk to the University of Cape Town became a route of remembrance, over the weekend.
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On Saturday 22 August, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation (UMF) retraced her footsteps. The foundation partnered with UCT for the annual walk. Participants walked from Roscommon House, where Mrwetyana lived, to UCT’s Upper Campus. Mrwetyana was a 19-year-old firstyear film and media studies student at UCT when she was brutally killed in 2019. Post office employee Luyanda Botha raped and murdered her at Clareinch Post Office in Claremont on 24 August. In November 2019, the Western
“NOT SIMPLY A [WALK] FROM ONE PLACE TO ANOTHER” Nomangwane Mrwetyana Cape High Court sentenced Botha to three life sentences. Uyinene’s death sparked national outrage over gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). UMF co-founder Nomangwane Mrwetyana, Uyinene’s mother, said the walk was more than a journey. “The walk is not simply a journey from one place to another,” she said. She said the walk reminded people of Uyinene’s journey as a young woman building her future through education. Furthermore, it reminded people of young women and men whose safety cannot be taken for granted. The Mrwetyana family established the foundation to honour their
Protesters march from Roscommon House to UCT Upper Campus during the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation’s GBVF walk of remembrance. PHOTO:SUPPLIED
daughter’s life and continue the fight against GBVF. Under the theme “From awareness to action: Building communities that protect,” the walk turned remembrance into collective responsibility. The walk challenged students, communities and institutions to move beyond speaking about GBVF. Therefore, participants were urged to take practical action to prevent violence and support survivors. Anele Siswana, a member of the National Council on GBVF, delivered the keynote address. President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed the council members early this month. The National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Act 9 of 2024 established the council. Siswana is a clinical psychologist and researcher at the University of the Free State. His participation brought a national perspective to the call for stronger action against GBVF. Walk organiser Langa Nyanda said they invited Siswana to outline the council’s plans. “We brought Anele Siswana to come speak, who was part of the seven-member council appointed by the president on the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide,” Nyanda said. “He is appointed for the next three years to come speak, to see what actions as the council they plan on implementing in the term of office.”
From left: Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation co-founder Nomangwane Mrwetyana and Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi join protesters at the GBVF walk of remembrance from Roscommon House to UCT Upper Campus on Saturday 22 August. PHOTO:SUPPLIED
Nyanda said UCT hosted a wall of pledge booths in remembrance of all victims of GBV. “We had great partners in UCT, as always, where there’s also going to be a wall of pledge booths in remembrance of all victims of gender-based violence,” Nyanda said. Nyanda said the foundation partnered with Langa for Men, a Cape Town non-profit founded after Mrwetyana’s murder that works with boys and men to fight GBV. “We had great partners in Langa for Men, because one of our key pillars is youth development,” Nyanda said. “We wanted to partner with Langa for Men, who have been doing great work in the community of Langa in terms of psycho-educating boys within the high schools, giving consent talks as well.” Nyanda said learners from Langa
High School and other schools were invited to join the march. “We also invited the students of those respective schools Langa High School and they were also an important part of the march and remembrance and pledging as well,” Nyanda said. For the Mrwetyana family, the significance was deeply personal. Participants walked the same route their daughter once travelled to attend university. A familiar journey became an act of remembrance and a call for change. The walk ended at UCT’s Upper Campus, where speeches and psychoeducational engagements focused on GBVF. These sessions aimed to equip students with knowledge and practical tools. Students learned to recognise harmful behaviours and support those affected by violence.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Provincial colours for two A
KEANAN HARMSE
pair of talented young cyclists achieved their Western Province colours at the Western Province Awards evening which was held on Saturday 15 August at Starlet Exclusive Events in Schaapkraal.
The pair of riders, Leena Delcarme and Oswin Booysen, represent Raceworx Cycling Club, which operates alongside the Simon’s Town Cycling Club and provide structured training and development opportunities for over 80 active members. Founded by cycling enthusiast Michael Murphy, Raceworx was created with a mission to make cycling more affordable and accessible to young South Africans who may otherwise never have the opportunity to compete. Among the local riders in Raceworx are their young peers: Thauheer Pagel, Zaheer Delcarme and Jordin Newman. Zaheer (15), who attends Simon’s Town High School and competes in the u-17 boys category, secured second place in the Team Time Trial at the Oudtshoorn Youth Festival earlier this year. Leena (12), who attends Kleinberg Primary School, has been enjoying a slew of victories after her impressive performances at previous cycling tournaments. She competes in the u-13 girls category, had an outstanding performance at the Oudtshoorn Youth Festival earlier this year, winning six gold medals and was awarded Overall Top Rider for u-13 girls.
MAKE CYCLING MORE AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE She is the current SA National Championship second place holder and approaches every race with a positive mindset and a focus on learning. Leena says she is extremely proud to have been awarded Western Province Colours in recognition of her achievements at last year’s National Road and Time Trial Championships. “My next challenge will be the South African National Youth Championships in September. I am looking forward to competing at this prestigious event and hope to achieve a top podium finish. Most importantly, I want to enjoy the experience, give my very best, learn from every race, and continue gaining valuable experience as a young cyclist,” she said. Her u-13 training programme consists of four to six hours per week and includes skills and technique sessions, fun intervals, endurance rides and dedicated recovery. Her priority is building strong fundamentals and a love for the sport. Three Raceworx riders are also preparing for the South African National Youth Championships next month (September). Booysen says he is hoping to achieve the top ten sport at the South African Criterium Championships happening at the end of October.
Fish Hoek High School’s 1st team girls’ soccer team claimed a victory against Curro Hermanus High School. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Local girls team take honours at Hermanus 11-a-side Football Tournament KEANAN HARMSE
Raceworx Cycling Club member and winner Leena Delcarme (middle). Alongside her are her family, Zaheer Delcarme, Malikah Appels, Angela Ambross and Brandon Delcarme.
Fish Hoek High School girls’ soccer team recently claimed honours at the Curro Hermanus 11-a-side Football Tournament, showcasing skill, determination and teamwork throughout the competition on Saturday 15 August. Fish Hoek High’s soccer squads have been enjoying a winning streak after both their boys and girls team clinched important victories in the past weeks. Fish Hoek High School’s football team recently finished as runners-up in the Champions Football Association (FA) Cup held at Cloetesville sports grounds in Stellenbosch after a hard-fought final, earning a R2 500 team prize on Saturday 8 August (“Fish Hoek High reach FA Cup finals,” People’s Post, 11 August). Grade 10 learner Leah Liebenberg, who played a key role in the side’s success, trained harder before the tournament, knowing she needed to perform at her best for the team and herself. Liebenberg’s passion for soccer began in Grade 7 when her mother told her she could finally join a club and after the first training session she knew she would love the sport. “Our coach helped us with doing lots of conditioning and under pressure ball work,” she said. She admires Liverpool Football Club player Virgil van Dijk for the way he carries himself
during matches, remaining calm and using his intelligence and strength. Liebenberg plays full back, operating at right back, left back or centre back. Leading by example, captain Leah Daniels’ passion for soccer began at 10 years old. She plays as a striker, where she focuses on creating chances and scoring goals. “We played practise matches to improve our teamwork and prepare for the tournament. My favourite player is Lauren James (Chelsea Women Football Club player) because of her skill and confidence on the field," she said. Midfield maestro Kihanna Booysen, who controlled the centre of the park, trained almost every day, doing fitness exercises, practising passing and dribbling, and playing practise matches. She also focused on eating healthily and getting enough rest. She plays as a midfielder, loving the position because she can read the game and deliver through-balls to the wingers. “My passion for soccer started when I was about six years old. I used to watch soccer with my family and play with my friends after school,” she said. Kihanna rates French International soccer player Michael Olise for his hard work, determination and goal-scoring ability.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Street life shapes Sally’s story O
KAYLYNNE BANTOM
n a sunny winter’s afternoon on Wednesday 19 August, while the city moves around her, Sally Roman sits along the Green Point Fan Walk, carefully cutting a man’s hair with a pair of scissors. Focused and meticulous, the 49-year-old works with an ease that suggests years of training. But Roman has never attended a hairdressing course. She taught herself. “From a young age I taught myself how to do a lot of things. Even styling hair and I think I am good at it,” she says. For Roman, cutting hair is more than simply a way to pass the time. It is one of the many skills she has taught herself throughout a life marked by uncertainty, resilience and survival. As South Africa marks Women’s Month, Roman’s story offers a glimpse into the life of a woman who has spent more than two decades navigating the streets of Cape Town. Originally from Worcester, Roman arrived in Cape Town as a 17-year-old, hoping to find a better life. She came with her cousin and initially sought shelter at a homeless shelter in Bellville. But the two were turned away because they were minors. With few options, Roman moved between Worcester and Cape Town before eventually settling in the Mother City. In 2001, as a mother of two at the time, she lived on the street in Somerset Road, Green Point with her two children. Fast forward to more than 20 years later, Green Point remains the place she calls home. The mother of five currently lives on the Fan Walk. Despite the challenges she has faced, Roman has retained a strong sense of who she is and
HER INTERESTS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN VARIED, FROM STYLING HAIR TO CARING FOR CHILDREN what brings her happiness. Long before she was cutting hair on the streets, she found joy in music. Roman was an active member of her school choir until high school, when she eventually dropped out. “Singing always made me happy. I loved the choir,” she recalls. She never had one career or life goal that she wanted to pursue. Instead, her interests have always been varied, from styling hair to caring for children and older people. A few years ago, Roman worked as a babysitter for a family and remembers the affection the children showed her. “The children used to love me. Whenever I came to their house they would run to me. I love children,” she says. Her love for people is evident in the way she speaks about those around her. Roman describes herself as a people’s person who gets along with almost everyone. “I get along with everyone. But I don’t like trouble. The moment I sense trouble I remove myself from the situation.” Her friends echo that sentiment. After receiving a haircut from Roman, her friend Kashief de Grill says he is happy with the result. “I am satisfied with my haircut. She is a nice person and she is always happy,” he says. Stefanus Damons describes Roman simply as “a cool person”, adding that she does not like trouble. For Roman, happiness does not necessarily mean having a grand career, a big house or a mapped-out future. Currently, her greatest wish
Sally Roman and her friends, Kashief de Grill and Stefanus Damons, have formed a close bond while living on the streets of Green Point. PHOTO: KAYLYNNE BANTOM
is simply to be happy. And during Women’s Month, she urges women to support one another. “Women must support each other. I don’t like how women put each other down. They hurt each other, there is no love.” Armed with a pair of scissors, self-taught skills and an ability to find happiness in the small things, Roman continues to make a life for herself on the streets of the city she came to more than three decades ago in search of something better. Sally Roman, 49, has called the streets of Green Point home for more than two decades.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Sardine die-off not linked to Milnerton lagoon T
KAILIN DANIELS
he City of Cape Town has moved to reassure residents that the recent mass sardine die-off along the Cape coast has no connection to the Milnerton Lagoon. Dead and dying sardines have washed ashore at several locations in recent weeks, with sightings stretching from Silverstroomstrand and Melkbosstrand to Milnerton, Camps Bay and as far as Saldanha Bay and Cape Agulhas. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has confirmed that laboratory testing detected pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) genetic material in affected sardines. However, scientists have not yet established whether the virus is responsible for the largescale fish deaths. CITY RULES OUT LAGOON LINK
The City says residents should not associate the sardine mortalities with the condition of the Milnerton Lagoon. “We want to assure residents that this phenomenon has nothing to do with the Milnerton Lagoon. Sardines do not live in the Milnerton Lagoon, neither in the estuary, they are oceanic fish,” said the City’s deputy mayor and Mayco member for spatial planning and environment, Eddie Andrews. “The DFFE is busy investigating the cause of the sardine mortality along the West Coast and we will be sure to stay abreast of these findings,” he said. The City confirmed sightings at various locations along Cape Town’s west coast, saying these are part of the wider fish die-off currently under investigation. Dead sardines were also reported at Milnerton Lagoon on Friday 14 August. VIRUS DETECTED IN FISH
According to the DFFE, PHV genetic material was detected in dead sardines and at lower levels in some apparently healthy fish collected along the West Coast. The finding means the presence of the virus alone may not explain the scale of the mortality. Scientists are investigating whether other environmental factors, including harmful algae, low oxygen levels or unusual ocean conditions, may have contributed to the deaths. Tests for paralytic toxins linked to harmful algal blooms found none in samples from Saldanha Bay, the Cape Canyon and Gansbaai. Domoic acid and yessotoxin were detected at low levels, although the highest concentrations were found in an apparently healthy comparison sample from St Helena Bay. The DFFE said these findings suggest the tested toxins were unlikely to be the primary cause of the sardine deaths, although environmental factors cannot yet be ruled out. BEACHGOERS SHOCKED
The extent of the fish deaths has shocked
DISEASE SURVEILLANCE IS BEING EXPANDED ALONG SOUTH AFRICA’S WEST, SOUTH AND EAST COASTS beachgoers and environmental groups. James Tanner, who visited Melkbosstrand Beach, said he had never seen so many dead fish wash ashore. “It was alarming. I told my kids not to touch the fish,” he said. Zoe Prinsloo of Save a Fishie described the discovery of hundreds of dead fish at Lagoon Beach as “incredibly heartbreaking”. The fish were found during the organisation’s birthday beach cleanup. She said the sight highlighted how “precious, vulnerable and fragile” marine life is and reinforced the importance of protecting the ocean. INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
The DFFE has convened an urgent briefing with small pelagic fishing industry stakeholders. A task team made up of the department, fishing industry and other relevant stakeholders is expected to coordinate the response to the PHV-associated mortality. Disease surveillance is also being expanded along South Africa’s West, South and East coasts while further disease, pathology and environmental investigations continue. The department’s October/November hydroacoustic biomass survey will provide an opportunity to assess the possible impact of the mortality event on the sardine population. PHV has not previously been reported in South African sardines. It was linked to largescale sardine mortality events in Australasia during the 1990s, but was later detected in apparently healthy Australian sardine populations. The DFFE said there is currently no evidence that PHV infects humans or other animals. The finding also does not mean that healthy commercially caught sardines or canned sardine products are unsafe, and does not currently justify a general suspension of fishing or canning. RESIDENTS URGED TO LEAVE FISH ALONE
Despite this, residents are urged not to collect or consume dead or dying fish or feed them to pets. Andrews also warned residents not to move or dispose of fish found along the shoreline. “We would like to remind residents not to allow their pets to consume marine life or unidentified objects found along the shoreline in general and to not move or dispose of the fish yourself, should you observe any,” he said. The investigation into the cause of the mass sardine mortality is continuing, with further findings expected as disease and environmental testing progresses.
Life-size cut-outs of Manzi, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate mascot, are on display at 102 libraries across the metro, encouraging residents to use water wisely. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
City drives water awareness initiative to mitigate stocks As the current rain season draws to a close, the City of Cape Town is ramping up efforts to mitigate the impact of a long and dry summer season on families. According to the City, the 2026 water outlook shows that water demand increased above the 1,5% target during the 2025-’26 financial year, largely due to an early end to the rainy season which yielded below-average rainfall. Household water use has also stayed higher than expected during winter, dropping primarily when it rains. “We are not waiting for the next drought to start preparing. We are investing now in new water sources and better ways of managing our existing resources. Our objective is to build a water supply system that is more diverse, more resilient and better able to withstand drought, climate uncertainty and the demands of a growing city. “The City encourages residents and businesses to continue using water wisely. Every reduction in unnecessary water use helps to protect Cape Town’s available resources and gives the system greater flexibility to manage future pressures,” said Mayco member for water and sanitation, councillor Zahid Badroodien. The City says dam levels are currently stable, but rainfall is uncertain. Heavy rain and flooding earlier this year helped the dams fill sooner than expected. By early July, total dam storage was about 76% and the City assessed the immediate risk to the water supply as low. However, seasonal forecasts point to below-average rainfall for the rest of the rainfall season. The City is closely monitoring climate conditions to assess the possible need for low level restrictions. MANAGING THE RISKS
Cape Town’s water security is affected by more than rainfall alone. The City is actively managing a combination of factors, including higher demand, infrastructure constraints, planned maintenance and the complexities and dependencies of long-term new water projects. The City’s New Water Programme, which focusses on having diverse water sources, is central to the long-term response to help build a water-secure future for Cape Town in the face of climate change. It is expected to deliver a peak capacity of 300 million litres of additional water per day by 2036, through a combination of groundwater, surface water augmentation, reuse, desalination and nature-based solutions. This will result in an annual volume of roughly 100 million cubic meters of additional water per year. Importantly, some of these projects are already contributing to Cape Town’s water supply. NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS
Dead and dying sardines have washed ashore at several locations in recent weeks. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Water security is not only about building new infrastructure, so the City is also investing in the natural catchments that supply Cape Town’s dams through the clearing of invasive alien vegetation. The Greater Cape Town Water Fund has been clearing invasive alien plants in strategic areas
of the Western Cape Water Supply System since 2019. The Water Outlook estimates that this work can make an additional 30 million litres of water per day available to the system (i.e. approximately 11 billion litres a year).
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GROUNDWATER
The Table Mountain Group Aquifer is operational, with production being gradually increased since the pumping performance issues were resolved. The environmental impact is being closely monitored. The Atlantis Water Resource Management Scheme has also been expanded, although production is currently affected by the large scale theft of electrical cables. The Cape Flats Aquifer Management Scheme is progressing well, with 74 production boreholes completed. The six million litres per day (ML/day) Strandfontein West Water Treatment Plant is to be commissioned, while construction of the 10 ML/day Hanover Park/Philippi plant is under way and design of the 38 ML/day Mitchells Plain plant is nearing completion.
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SURFACE WATER AUGMENTATION
The Berg River-Voëlvlei Augmentation Scheme is being implemented by the Trans Caledon Tunnel Authority on behalf of the National Department of Water and Sanitation and is expected to provide approximately 40 ML/day, with delivery now anticipated in 2030 following various financing and procurement delays that have been experienced. The Faure New Water Scheme is planned to provide up to 70 million litres per day in its first phase. The City is working through the complex procurement, legal and governance requirements associated with its first large-scale municipal public-private partnership. The Request for Qualification process is expected to be advertised in September, with first water currently anticipated in 2031. Regarding the planned 70 million litre per day Paarden Eiland Desalination Plant, the Transnet National Port Authority (TNPA) advised in November last year that it intended to update its Port Development Framework Plan (PDFP) this year and that this may materially impact the feasibility study assumptions for this project. Given this uncertainty, the City is proactively investigating alternative options and sites to ensure that the project is technically feasible, affordable and properly integrated into the wider water supply system. Under these circumstances, the expected delivery date for desalination is 2036. WATER-WISE USE REMAINS ESSENTIAL
While the current water supply situation is stable, managing water demand is a key cornerstone. The City is implementing a range of measures, including leak detection and repair, pressure management, infrastructure replacement, improved metering and other water demand management interventions.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Tree symposium at Kirstenbosch Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden will host the first South African Tree Symposium (SATS) on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 September. The event runs during Arbor Month. Hosted by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (Sanbi) and the Botanical Society of South Africa, the event brings together researchers, conservationists, policymakers, students and tree enthusiasts. WHY IT MATTERS
Many indigenous tree species face
pressure from habitat loss, invasive species and changing climate conditions. The symposium aims to address these threats by connecting science, conservation, policy and community action. Trees provide wildlife habitat, improve air and water quality and store carbon. They also support livelihoods and form part of South Africa’s cultural heritage. WHAT TO EXPECT
The programme includes keynote talks, technical sessions and panel discussions. Topics cover indigenous tree conservation, threatened species, urban greening, restoration ecology and tree health. The symposium will also launch a South African Protected Trees booklet. It explains which tree species are legally protected and why. It targets environmental practitioners, educators, councils and the public. WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Conservation potential of Brackenridgea zanguebarica, checked by Athi Sigcawu. PHOTO:SUPPLIED
The organisers invite researchers, students, environmental professionals, municipalities, landscapers, educators and members of the public. Tickets cost R20 to R50 per day. “[The South African Tree Symposium] is a national conversation about the future of our trees and the ecosystems they support,” their statement points out. “By bringing diverse expertise and perspectives together we hope to inspire meaningful action towards conserving one of South Africa’s most valuable natural resources. Tickets are available at Webtickets
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Lawyers to help police stations nab criminals T
he Western Cape Government is putting lawyers inside police stations to help officers strengthen criminal investigations and build stronger cases.
On Tuesday 18 August, Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais officially launched the Lawyers in Police Stations Project, which has now been expanded to the Mitchells Plain precinct, in partnership with the police and the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime (GI-TOC). The project places a lawyer at a police station full-time for three years, providing officers with legal mentorship, training and guidance on statement-taking, while also offering legal advice and community support. Winde said this initiative recognises that effective policing begins at police station level. “Far too many police stations across the Western Cape and the country are facing serious resourcing constraints which often impact service delivery. While we continue to call for more equitable resources for law enforcement in the Western Cape to bolster our fight against crime, we have also sought out other innovative solutions and partnerships aimed at improving various aspects of policing.” Maj Gen Michael Jojo, who repre-
IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF CASE DOCKETS... TO BUILD UP WATERTIGHT CASES sented the Western Cape police commissioner, stated: “This initiative is a fruitful engagement to assist police and benefit the community.”
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THE PROJECT OFFERS:
Legal mentorship and training for police officers; Guidance on statements; Legal advice and community support. The project was piloted at Grassy Park Police Station in March last year. Following an independent evaluation, which showed the programme had resulted in improved investigative processes. Plans are in progress for further expansions in the Western Cape, as well as other national locations. Marais said: “The aim of placing trained legal professionals in community service stations is not only to improve the quality of case dockets presented to court but also to strengthen the trust relationship between the police and the community which is too often strained by frustrations related to unsuccessful prosecutions.” Winde said through this project they are “tangibly offering assistance” to officers to build up watertight cases. Executive Director at GI-TOC Mark
Shaw said the global initiative has supported more than 300 projects worldwide, including in communities severely affected by organised crime and violence. “Our experience shows that resilience depends on strengthening the rule of law, effective local policing and trust between communities and the police. Working with the police and provincial partners, this initiative aims to strengthen all three by improving service delivery and access to legal expertise. “One lawyer cannot solve these challenges alone, but Mitchells Plain is an important opportunity to test and refine a practical model that, if successful, can grow and be replicated elsewhere. This initiative is an important opportunity to strengthen policing and service delivery, while testing and refining a practical model.” Abie Isaacs, chair of the Mitchells Plain Safety and Development Forum, said: “Having legal mentors working side-by-side with our local officers gives them the real-world guidance needed to build watertight cases. Stronger dockets lead to successful prosecutions and that is how we restore real safety and accountability for our residents and local businesses.”
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Youth Classical Concert turns 55 T
he annual Youth Classical Concert celebrates its 55th year at Artscape on Saturday 5 September at 19:00.
Twelve young classical musicians and singers who auditioned successfully will perform as soloists with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO), conducted by Brandon Phillips. Presented by Artscape and the CPO, supported by the City of Cape Town, the concert gives young musicians the opportunity to perform with a symphony orchestra on a professional stage. Audition candidates had to be bona fide music students, perform at a high standard and reside or study in the Western Cape. The concert is a celebration of young musical talent, not a competition. The programme includes concertos by Ravel, Mozart, Shostakovich, Hofmeyr, Weber, Ibert, Khachaturian and Donizetti, with arias by Saint-Saëns and Handel. SOLOISTS
The soloists, aged between 12 and 22, include pianists Giorgia Ehlers (19) from Mowbray, Alexander McIvor (18) from Cape Town and siblings Xizhi Aiden Luo (15) and Weien Amy Luo (18) from Stellenbosch. Other instrumentalists are cellist Solange Rojas (22), raised in Lima, Peru, marimba player Kyrah Adams (20) from Paarl, clarinettist Benjamin Monvoisin (12) from Loevenstein, euphonium player Kumkani Kabane (20) from Cape Town and
CONCERT ALLOWS YOUNG MUSICIANS TO PERFORM WITH A SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA saxophonist James Cilliers (20) from Durbanville. Singers are sopranos Phoebe Damons (20) from Bellville and Sinesipho Tokwe (19) from Observatory, and mezzo-soprano Lilitha Nkuku (20) from Goodwood. Each soloist receives mentoring from Phillips, resident conductor of the CPO, head of woodwinds at the South African College of Music at the University of Cape Town and conductor of the UCT ensembles. This year marks the 11th Youth Classical Concert he will conduct. Since the concert’s inception, more than 600 young musicians have performed with the CPO. Many are now soloists or members of South African and international symphony orchestras and opera companies. A record 75 applications to audition were received this year. The concert runs for two hours, including a 30-minute interval. Tickets are R100 for adults, R50 for pensioners, students and scholars, and R80 for block bookings of five or more. Fine Music Radio will broadcast the concert live. Book through Webtickets or Artscape Dial-aSeat on 021 421 7695. No children under age six.
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A scene from The Rocky Horror Show with Micah Stokajovic as Rocky and Anna Olivier as Columbine (centre). PHOTO: CHRISTIAAN KOTZE
The Rocky Horror Show is back Cape Town audiences are getting another chance to experience the outrageous glamour and rock ’n roll energy of The Rocky Horror Show, which returns to Theatre on the Bay from Friday 28 August. The cult musical is back by popular demand following two sell-out seasons. Presented by Pieter Toerien Productions in association with the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (Lamta), the production has entertained audiences across the country with its bold humour, high-energy performances and unforgettable score. Directed by Steven Stead, the production brings back its award-winning cast, led by Craig Urbani as the iconic Dr Frank ’n Furter. He is joined by Léa Blerk as Janet, Robert Everson as Brad, Schoemann Smit as Riff Raff, Jasmine Minter as Magenta, Anna Olivier as Columbia, Natasha Sutherland as the Narrator, Micah Stokajovic as Rocky and Zak Hendrikz as Eddie/Dr Scott. Miguel de Sampaio, Tjaart van der Walt, Cleo Wesley, Alessia Gironi, Taya Pearson, Gabi
Knight and Sasha Duffy complete the ensemble. Fans can expect some of the musical’s most recognisable songs, including “Time Warp”, “Sweet Transvestite” and “Hot Patootie – Bless My Soul”. Richard O’Brien’s legendary musical has captivated audiences for more than five decades and continues to celebrate individuality, self-expression and theatrical excess. The production features set design by Greg King, costumes by Maritha Visagie and musical direction by Kevin Kraak. Its slick staging, strong performances and infectious energy have earned the production rave reviews and standing ovations during its national run. Whether audiences are returning to join in with the famous call-backs or experiencing the cult classic for the first time, the production promises an evening of glitter, glamour and theatrical mayhem. The show will run until Sunday 18 October. Tickets are available through Webtickets.
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City Ballet presents ‘Coppélia’ at Joseph Stone Auditorium Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) is bringing the magic, humour and romance of Coppélia to Athlone next month, with a special production that will also give young dancers an opportunity to take the stage alongside professional performers. The abridged version of the much-loved ballet will be staged at the Joseph Stone Auditorium on Saturday 19 September, with choreography by former Capab Ballet dancers Nicolette Lox-
ton and Mervyn Williams. As part of CTCB’s youth development, 40 dancers from the Eoan Group and Dance for All will join the company for the performances. The initiative aims to give aspiring dancers valuable stage experience while helping them develop their skills and technique and share their passion for ballet with audiences. The production tells the story of Swanhilda, who discovers that her fiancé, Franz, has
become fascinated by a life-like wooden doll created by the mysterious Dr Coppélius. Filled with humour, romance and plenty of antics, Coppélia offers an entertaining introduction to ballet for families and children. The production will also feature several exciting debuts. Shaun Ntshangana will make his debut as Dr Coppelius, while Alexia Munn and Bethany Reynders will take on the role of Swanhilda. Luke Wragg and Fanelo Ndweni will
perform as Franz, with Sinethemba Wisani as Dawn. Narration will be provided by CTCB’s Elvis Mcebisi Nonjeke. Audiences will have just two opportunities to see the production, with performances at 12:00 and 15:00 on Saturday. Tickets cost R50 per person and are available through Webtickets, with advance booking recommended.
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International Ballet Competition highlighted young talent The 13th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) concluded with a gala at the Artscape Opera House on Thursday 6 August, bringing three days of ballet talent, artistry and international exchange to a close. This year’s competition, supported by the City of Cape Town, brought together 118 dancers aged between nine and 22. They competed across the Scholar, Junior and Senior divisions. Dancers took part in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Choreographic and Ensemble categories. Competitors from South Africa and countries including Cuba, Russia and the United Kingdom (UK) gathered in Cape Town for the semi-finals and finals, highlighting the competi-
tion’s growing reputation as a leading international ballet platform on the African continent. Founded by Dirk Badenhorst, artistic director of Mzansi Ballet, the SAIBC remained the only international ballet competition of its kind in Africa. It provided young dancers with performance experience, international exposure and opportunities to connect with leading figures in the ballet industry. The competition, a member of the International Federation of Ballet Competitions, was adjudicated by an international jury comprising Joseph Morrissey from the United States of America, Sergey Usanov from Russia, Callum Hastie from Australia, Kate Coyne from the UK, Lorelei Bari from Romania/Germany, Ariel Mejic from Cuba and
Young SA Ballet Stars Shine at the 13th South African International Ballet Competition. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
South Africa’s Thoriso Magongwa, who was based in Chechnya. The closing gala featured performances by competition winners and guest artists. Prima ballerina Angela Revie of Mzansi Ballet performed the Walpurgisnacht Pas de Deux with fellow Mzansi Ballet dancer and Cuban juror Ariel Méjica. The Awakening of Flora Pas de Deux, composed by Riccardo Drigo, was performed by Mikayla van Heerden and Royal Ballet School student and SAIBC alumnus Nico Prinsloo. The Solace Duet was performed by Omogolo Gaorekwe and Tshenolo Tshoma. Cape Town City Ballet’s Zachary Healy also stepped in at short notice as a non-competitor to partner Bolshoi Ballet School graduate Luna
Helm after her original partner was injured during the event. Recognition awards were presented to Artscape Chief Executive Officer Marlene le Roux, Carolyn Steyn, John Linden, Sharon Friedman, Alfred Hinkel, Andrew Warth and Magongwa. Badenhorst said the standard of entries continued to grow each year, adding that the competition allowed young dancers to inspire one another, build friendships, celebrate excellence and create opportunities for future generations. The City said its partnership with the SAIBC reflected its commitment to artistic excellence and the growth of the performing arts by creating opportunities for young creatives to develop their skills and gain international exposure.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Turning awareness into action
T
he Salesian Institute Youth Projects (SIYP) in Green Point calls for a movement to restore dignity as they shine a spotlight on period poverty. They united with the MENstruation Foundation to create sustainable menstrual dignity for vulnerable girls and young women.
The campaign is calling South Africans to help turn awareness into action through its pads, power and progress. While Women’s Month celebrates the achievements and resilience of South African women, thousands of girls continue to miss school every month for one simple reason, they cannot afford sanitary products. For SIYP, period poverty is not just a health issue. It is an education issue, a gender equality issue and, above all, a dignity issue. Together, the organisations are working towards a sustainable solution that will ensure vulnerable girls and young women have reliable access to menstrual products throughout the year. Unlike once-off sanitary pad donation drives, the initiative focuses on creating lasting impact by installing a sanitary pad dispensing machine at SIYP’s Learn to Live School of Skills in Green Point, providing discreet, dependable access to essential menstrual products for learners who need them most. For over a century, SIYP has supported vulnerable and at-risk youth from communities across the Western Cape through education, vocational training, psychosocial support and employment pathways. Increasingly, staff have witnessed the hidden reality of learners missing classes, withdrawing from activities or struggling through the school day simply because they cannot manage their periods with dignity. “Women’s Month reminds us that empowerment begins with meeting basic human needs. No young woman should have to choose between attending school and managing her period. Menstrual dignity is fundamental to education, confidence and opportunity. Through this campaign, we want to inspire businesses, organisations and individuals to become part of a long-term solution that changes lives every single month,” says Jo da Silva, fundraising manager at SIYP. The partnership represents a shift towards
Boulders Beach is #1 Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town has recently been ranked among the top 10 beaches in the world by TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best beaches, cementing Cape Town’s reputation as a premier coastal destination. The platform praised the beach for its clean sand for lounging, chilly pools for swimming and boardwalks made for strolling. The awards celebrate the highest level of excellence in travel. It’s awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor community over a 12-month period. Out of eight million listings, fewer than 1% achieve this. Boulders Beach is recognised for its resident colony of endangered African Penguin, offering visitors a rare opportunity to view the birds up close from elevated wooden boardwalks. The African penguin numbers at the Boulders colony in Table Mountain National Park have shown encouraging growth, according to the 2026 annual African penguin census conducted in June. This year’s survey recorded 790 breeding pairs of African penguins, an increase of 92 pairs from the 698 breeding pairs counted last year. Boulders Beach’s scenic beauty is no stranger to accolades. Located in Simon’s Town, along the False Bay coast, the beach remains a popular destination for both tourists and locals. In April this year, Boulders Beach was also ranked first and Cape of Good Hope second by long-haul travel specialist Travelbag who identified the world’s most popular, highest-rated and visually striking beaches. Boulders Beach secured the first place with more than 27 700 Google reviews and an average monthly search volume of around 110 000.
sustainable menstrual health support that continues long after awareness campaigns have ended. Marius Basson, founder of the MENstruation Foundation, says periods don’t happen once a year, they happen every month. “Real impact comes from creating systems that provide consistent access to menstrual products with dignity. By partnering with organisations like SIYP, we can help remove one of the barriers preventing girls from reaching their full potential,” he says. The campaign aligns with SIYP’s broader commitment to empowering young people through education and skills development. From maritime and hospitality training to renewable
energy programmes and its accredited Stitch Ahead sewing initiative, which also produces reusable sanitary pads, SIYP continues to equip young people with practical skills while addressing the social challenges that stand in the way of their success. Women’s Month provides an opportunity for South Africans to do more than acknowledge the issue of period poverty. SIYP is encouraging companies, foundations, community organisations and individuals to become partners in building a future where every girl can attend school with confidence and dignity. Support can take many forms from financial contributions towards the campaign and corporate partnerships to awareness initia-
SUPPORT THE PADS, POWER AND PROGRESS CAMPAIGN tives and employee giving programmes. Every contribution helps move the campaign closer to ensuring that menstrual dignity becomes a reality for vulnerable young women. To support the Pads, Power and Progress campaign, send an email to info@salesianyouth. org.za or on 021 425 1450. You can visit www. backabuddy.co.za/organization/salesian-institute-youth-projects.
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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PEOPLE’SPOST | FalseBay Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Cape Town-based creative collective has been selected to represent South Africa at the Coast 2 Coast Music Conference and Competition in New York City and the team is racing to raise R150 000 to make the dream a reality.
MADCPTWORLD (Make A Difference Worldwide), co-founded by Bioni Luis (Luweeg) and Shaunwin Baadjie (Scwizy), is a cultural movement redefining the intersection of music, community and youth empowerment. The collective supports emerging artists through music, events, artist development and creative services, with members hailing from areas including: Parkwood, Ottery, Salt River, Hout Bay, Delft, Ravensmead, Worcester, Elsies River, Hanover Park and Bellville. The group earned their place in the international competition by entering online and securing enough public votes. Four artists from the team will represent the collective on the world stage, alongside viral dance sensation Pabie Dans, known for his explosive stage energy and movement while storytelling. The group said being selected was the greatest motivation and the best opportunity to show young people from struggling backgrounds that there is more to life than turning to gangs or drugs. “Art can also be the outlet to help you build a career and a better environment and mostly be the door to create more opportunities so other artists and dancers can also get the opportunity,” they said. The collective’s achievements include an Artes
COAST 2 COAST MUSIC CONFERENCE, COMPETITION Award win last year and nominations for Best Hip Hop Artist and Community Leader at the this year’s Star Struck Awards. Through initiatives such as Youth Invasion, MADCPTWORLD actively mentors and uplifts young people from underserved communities, helping build confidence, discipline, creativity, and positive life direction. The team has raised R20 000 through a pledge from a sponsor and has until December to reach their R150 000 target. Funds will cover flights, accommodation, visas, competition registration, local transport, wardrobe, media production and promotional materials. A BackaBuddy fundraiser has been launched to help reach the goal. They said winning the competition would give the collective the opportunity to nurture more artists and elevate their platform to create paid opportunities for those struggling to break through. “We want to share our experience with our people so we can motivate, teach and encourage the next young star,” they said. The collective is appealing to media outlets to help create awareness and spread the word. Donations can be made through the BackaBuddy fundraiser at www.backabuddy.co.za/ campaign/new-york-fundraiser. For more information, contact Luweeg on 061 251 2104 or email madcptworld@gmail.com.
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Imtiyaaz Ruiters of Hanover Park FC, in blue, gets tangled in a tackle with Tasrique Moosa of Quemic FC (Delft) in the penalty box during a SAFA Cape Town Coke cup round 32 match played in Langa on Sunday 24 August. “Die Brasse van die Park’ executed a polished performance to advance to the next round of the knockout competition with a 5-1 victory. PHOTO: RASHIED ISAACS
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enjamin Ward, leg spin bowler from Durbanville Cricket Club, was recently awarded the Premier Bowler Award for the 2025/2026 season as the leading wicket taker with 56 wickets at the awards ceremony of the Western Province Cricket Association in Newlands.
His average is 11,34 per wicket and economy of 3,64 per over, with his best of 6/20. He was also awarded the Durbanville Cricket Club Player’s Player for the 2025/2026 season, as well as the leading bowler at the
Economy of 3.64 per over, 11.34 per wicket National Club Championships Ward attended Elkanah House and Parklands College and has been playing cricket for 16 years. He is a big fan of the late Shane Warne and Ricky Ponting from Australia and admired their showmanship and drama they created which add to the excitement of the game. “I am a big fan of creating an atmosphere, like them. I feel good about going into the next season as the leading wicket taker. Last season was a good season, but that doesn’t mean for one second that I have any expectations for the 2026/2027 season. Every season is new, and cricket
is a team game, there are so many variables going into every match that you cannot take it for granted. I am hoping I can contribute where I can,” he says. “I used to be a goalkeeper for my school football team, because I knew I didn’t have to run as much as the other guys. I have so many things that motivate me. Family, my teammates, coaches, my girlfriend and a constant drive to improve, even if sometimes it really doesn’t go my way,” Ward says. To establish which coach had the best impact on his cricket career would by unfair as he played a lot of cricket for different teams and listing all the coaches is tough. “The coaches at the Complete Cricketer Academy (Craig Copeland, Robbie van Harte, and my dad Laurie Ward) have been there from the start
for me, Craig in particular being a role model and friend during the tough times that are inevitable as a leg spin bowler. “At junior level, David Sandmann was an incredible mentor and helped me believe in myself when I often didn’t. For Jersey my coach Neil MacRae has been fundamental in my development as a player too. Ryan Bailey, my coach at Maties, also helped me grow as a player and put trust in my bowling at various competitions and tournaments around the country. Finally now at Durbanville, Sean Ackerman has helped me settle into a fantastic club. He helps me control my emotions (which is no easy task) and always aims to get the most out of us all. I have been incredibly fortunate with the coaching I have [had] throughout my career.”
Benjamin Ward receives the trophy as the Cricket Player of the Year at the annual awards ceremony of the Durbanville Cricket Club from the chair Morne de Beer. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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