People's Post| Woodstock | Maitland | City | E-Edition 16 September 2025

Tuesday, 16 September 2025

To curb the frequent heavy vehicle accidents on Kloof Nek Road the City of Cape Town is proposing a heavy vehicle lane with a compulsory stop about 150m downhill from the pedestrian signal at Tafelberg Road.

Residents and interested parties have until Thursday 16 October to

comment and provide their views on the proposal

The section of the road is prone to accidents involving heavy motor vehicles

In September last year a large cement truck lost control and reportedly hit 17 vehicles before hitting a wall

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gat o found the average speed for heavy vehicles was 51km/h northbound (downhill); and 47km/h southbound; and for light vehicles it was 57km/h northbound and 56km/h southbound It was found that the majority of road users do not exceed the speed limit, however, there were isolated instances of speeding

Kloof Nek Road suggests that both the steep slopes and sharp curves along the road could potentially contribute to hazardous driving conditions It is therefore important to stress that driver behaviour plays a key role motorists must adapt their driving style to suit the environmental conditions ”

markings to be displayed, restricting heavy vehicles to the demarcated section of roadway, and requiring them to stop, engage low gear and maintain low gear for the remainder of the downhill section

New hop on, hop off bus

KAYLYNNE BANTOM

KAYLYNNE BANTOM@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

To boost tourists’ experience of the inner city, City Sightseeing Cape Town (the Red Bus) launched its new Urban Safaris tour which will enhance inner city travel and showcase the beauty of the Mother City in a whole new way

Capetonians and visitors will soon have the chance to hop aboard a leopard print-covered bus for a unique safari-style tour

The bus will travel from Long Street through the inner city and East City, offering a fresh perspective of Cape Town with a live guide

The tour includes trips to the Castle of Good Hope, District Six Museum, South African Natural History Museum, and Company’s Garden, among others

On Friday 12 September, members of the media and selected guests got a sneak peek as Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis unveiled the service

Claus Tworeck, City Sightseeing South Africa chief executive officer (CEO), said the service will be available early next month (October), in time for the tourism season

“Cape Town is made up of many layers, including art and culture and the people who live in the city and on the streets

“We want to peel back those layers and get visitors, both local and foreigners, to experience, taste, smell and see Cape Town You’re not going to see anything that you see on a normal tourist post card You will see things off the beaten track ”

Tworeck said they are ready to welcome visitors

“People can get off at any stop and the next tour bus will collect them again It will provide

GET OFF AT ANY STOP,GET ON THE NEXT TOUR BUS

complete flexibility to the visitor to learn from the tour guide on the bus and then decide whether they want to get off the bus and explore and have fun ”

He added that the buses will depart from City Sightseeing Cape Town office based at 81 Long Street

Hill-Lewis expressed optimism about the latest offering He believes the new addition will help revitalise tourism in the inner city, an area he says has struggled to recover since the Covid-19 pandemic

He hopes the unique experience will attract more visitors and bring renewed energy to Cape Town’s urban centre

Hill-Lewis says safety in the inner city remains a priority as it is used by over a million people daily

“The work that we have done on safety in the inner-city benefits everyone and it’s much safer since we have deployed the 100 full-time law enforcement officers here We still have work to do, it’s not where we want it to be Since we have cleaned up a lot of homeless encampments in the inner city a lot of these camps have now moved to other areas And we are working on that ”

Hill-Lewis says the City is ready for a bumper tourism season

“I am confident that we will smash the 1,5 million visitors mark which will be a first for Cape Town That will be special for our city Our job numbers have gone from 90 000 to 110 000 people working in tourism in Cape Town ”

Calvyn Gilfellan, chief executive officer (CEO) of the Castle of Good Hope, explained the sig-

nificance of the launch at the Castle

“Launching it at the spot where the enslaved people were freed years ago is important in a process of inclusivity and recolinisation and making it an inclusive space for more people to engage with history and culture ”

From Saturday 13 September City Sightseeing also added stop number 25, the Hout Bay-Sentinel Precinct, as a new stop on its Mini-Peninsula Blue Tour Route

The Blue Route will feature two convenient stops in this dynamic area, inviting even more passengers to experience the stunning beauty and rich culture that Hout Bay has to offer

Citygearsupfor1sthillclimb

KAYLYNNE BANTOM

Imagine a car driving at a speed of over 200km/h, its engine roaring like thunder as it blurs past in a streak of colour, hugging the curves of the track with precision and power

Well, that is exactly what spectators will experience when the Mother City plays host to the inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October

Framed by the breathtaking backdrop of Table Mountain along Phillip Kgosana Drive, the event blends the adrenaline of hill climb racing with a premium lifestyle experience

From sleek supercars to vintage icons, Speed Classic brings together 150 remarkable machines worth over R600 million for a weekend of automotive indulgence

Garth Mackintosh, event co-founder, says it took about five years to plan the show

“The inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town also marks the revival of Cape Town’s hill climb legacy, bringing back a motorsport tradition that started in 1912, which saw drivers test their skills on Camps Bay Drive, Signal Hill Road and Kloof Road ”

He believes Phillip Kgosana Drive is the perfect location as they need a road to bring the cars back

“It is a unique road It is fast at the start, then it has some spectacular curves It is a beautiful piece of road to drive And it is at the foot of Table Mountain,” explains Mackintosh

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Francine Higham, Ward 77 councillor,said:

“These proposals build on interventions already introduced to curb speeding and improve safety, following several serious accidents

“We are committed to working with communities to find effective solutions, and I want to thank the Urban Mobility Directorate for their ongoing efforts to respond to residents’ concerns ” Some road users took to social media to share their views

One resident said: “I often use the pedestrian crossing near the bottom of Kloof Nek Road Most vehicles seem to just go through it if the traffic official is not there at school times ” Another resident said while the proposal is

Enzo Kuun, Speed Classic race director and driver, shares more details about the spectacle

“This event is driven by speed We got entries from across the world, from Switzerland, Poland, Sweden People can expect to see cars like the Ferrari 308 and cars from the 1930s,” he explains

Kuun says on the first day of the event patrons can get up close and personal with the jewels of the motoring world The spotlight will shift to speed on Sunday in the King of the Mountain showdown

“A classic car is like art, you cannot replace it Those vehicles were built in an era The people who designed and built them have died and it becomes collection items What makes the classic day so special is that we bring those vehicles out into a safe environment and ask the collectors to come and showcase their cars

“We will make this an international event from the first year and we are confident that it will grow into one of the biggest events in the world ”

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the City is geared up to host this “world-class event”

“This event has the potential to grow into a real mainstay event for the city and one that will bring visitors from around the world and showcase our city globally ”

Steyn Momberg, project director, adds that spectators can look forward to seeing modern

useful there should be a limit on the size of the heavy vehicles

Resident Chris von Ulmenstein believes the proposal might “ cause more accidents”

“The trucks are not going to want to keep in the dedicated lane and there will be nothing stopping them from moving into a fast lane ”

Residents are invited to attend an information session tomorrow (17 September) from 15:00 to 18:00 at Council chambers, 11th floor, 44 Wale Street, Cape Town

Quintas said: “The aim of the proposal is to ensure that heavy vehicles stop as near to the crest of the hill as possible “While travelled speeds are still reasonably low and mechanical friction-based braking systems have not yet overheated

supercars and high-performance racing machines compete across 2,1km of twisting tarmac and a 150-metre vertical climb

He says the event has been approved by Motor Sport South Africa

“The racecourse is built with Formula 1 approved concrete barriers, our marshalling team is from Western Province Racing, so we believe that we have a safe event On Phillip Kgosana the outbound road will be the racing track, and people will be able to stand right on top and watch the cars race ”

HOW TO COMMENT:

. Send an email to urbanmobility CT@ capetown gov za (quote reference: 110252604)

. Submit online: Scan the QR code to submit your comments digitally or visit www capetown gov za/haveyoursay

. Submit a written submission: Subcouncil 16 office: 11th floor, 44 Wale Street, Cape Town

. Hand delivered: Kloof Street Library, 122B Kloof Street, Gardens

. The City’s Public Participation Unit will assist those who cannot read or write,live with disabilities or who are from disadvantaged groups and unable to submit written comments Call Andrew Louw on 021 400 9809 or email Andre.Louw@ capetown gov za

Young scientists make their mark

KAYLYNNEBANTOM

Kenmere Primary School learners in Kensington proudly represented their school, earning multiple accolades at the annual Metro Central Education District (MCED) Science Competition, at York Road Primary School in Lansdowne

The school in Lansdowne was a hive of activity on Saturday 6 September as young science enthusiasts showcased experiments designed to demonstrate scientific principles and problem-solving skills

Now in its eighth year the event aims to be a platform for igniting curiosity, creativity, and a love for science among learners

Since its inception in 2016, the event has grown into much more than a single-day showcase It now serves as a catalyst for establishing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) clubs in schools, nurturing the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators

Millicent Merton, a spokesperson for the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), says despite the two-year pause during the Covid-19 pandemic, the competition continues to thrive, with 20 schools selected each year to take part

She says this year saw 13 primary schools and four high schools competing “Teams of up to ten learners had just ten minutes to set up, conduct, and present at least three experiments Beyond the scientific method, learners gained valuable experience in presentation, teamwork, and laboratory safety ”

Three Kenmere Primary learners, Grade 7 learner Zeke de Louw, Nihaal Kassim (Grade 5) and Rownita Bowers (Grade 4), stood out in the individual grades rounds winning first place for their experiments and presentations

De Louw says it was his first time competing “I love science because I love learning new

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things and understanding the world around me The competition was a little challenging but worth it I am proud of myself I knew that the hard work would come to good use ” Kassim describes science as an “interesting” concept “I feel very happy about my achievement, as this was my first year taking part I would like to become an archaeologist one day It’s a very interesting career ” Bowers found the competition “ easy ” “Science is interesting and I get to learn more about the things around me I am happy and excited that

The desks are made from lightweight, locally manufactured polypropylene and weigh just 2,8kg including the chair

Learnersshinewithnewecofriendly‘DoBetter’desks

KAYLYNNEBANTOM

Smiles lit up the faces of learners at Kenmere Primary School in Kensington on Wednesday 10 September as they received a special delivery of 20 brand-new, recyclable “Do Better” desks a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at giving children a safe and functional space to learn Made from lightweight, locally manufactured polypropylene, the innovative desks are designed to be durable, affordable, and environmentally friendly

The initiative is the brainchild of local manufacturing company Action Retail Display Each desk, including the chair, weighs just 2,8kg “Each desk can hold up to 70kg and is easy to package, transport, and repurpose, truly a solution built for sustainability and accessibility,” explains Sharon Worrall, spokesperson for the company

Worrall elaborates on the vision behind the design “If a child does not have a safe and good space to study, they cannot learn If a child has a space where they can write and read, they will do better That is why it is called the ‘Do Better’ desk ”

The school is among the first schools in South Africa to benefit from this initiative

Principal Richard Page expressed his grat-

itude, saying: “We feel great The viability is quite good because it is light, and each child aged between one and six years will be able to utilise these desks It’s an honour to be the first school to receive them ”

The desks, with colourful and playful stickers on them, were initially trialled in the school’s resource class and have already proven a hit with learners

Grade R learner Rogan Williams shared his delight “I like my new desk,” he says Fellow learner Hunter-Rose Davids said the desk makes her happy

With a price tag of just R500 per unit and built for longevity, Worrall said they are now reaching out to businesses and individuals who want to make a tangible difference in young learners’ lives

“We are reaching out to other businesses who would like to do better than us and add to their CSI budget by giving a few desks We donate it to schools, but we need to get some funding ” She said that the next handover is set to take place at an early childhood development centre in Steenberg in November . To find out how you or your company can get involved or how schools can benefit email sharon@actionretail co za

I won ” Angelique Vergotine, Grade 7 teacher, says four learners from the school made it through to the final round “This was our first year that we had a Grade 4 participate and she achieved first place They worked hard and they made use of many resources and props We are proud of them ”

Richard Page, school principal, expressed his pride in the learners’ achievements “I am extremely proud of them Hard work always pay off, they put in quite a bit of hard work and therefore it paid off ”

Merton says the winning primary schools were Rosmead Central Primary, Windermere Primary and Sunlands Primary while Blomvlei Primary won the Best-Behaved Group category Islamia College, Oaklands High and Oude Mo-

len Technical High School won the high schools category “The energy of the day reflected the dedication of learners and their mentor teachers, who prepared tirelessly for the competition For many participants, the event is just the beginning: learners who engage in STEM clubs and competitions such as this are often better equipped for further studies in the sciences,” explains Merton She says Dr Shaheed Hartley, through the non-profit Advancing Knowledge NPC, continues to partner with MCED by supporting schools with fully equipped science laboratories

To date, 26 such facilities have been delivered to schools across the district, ensuring that interactive, inquiry-based learning can flourish well beyond competition day

Jimmy’s comeback: A fresh start

KAYLYNNE BANTOM

KAYLYNNE BANTOM@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

Life on the street is all about survival, finding shelter, staying safe, and figuring out where your next meal will come from, all while trying to hold on to your dignity in a world that often looks the other way

No one knows this better than 65-year-old, Jimmy Frans, because for over 15 years this was his reality on the streets of Camps Bay

Frans used to collect tins to make a living

He stayed at shelters multiple times, but his struggle with alcohol kept leading him back to the streets

He regards winter months without food and shelter as his toughest times

“During winter when it started raining and you don’t know where to sleep, that was the hardest of times,” he explained

But being a believer, he held on to hope that someday his fate would change

“I always stayed positive and I always prayed and asked God for strength to carry me through ”

Jimmy’s prayers were answered in April last year when he met Ryan Rudy, operations director for ignisive, a Camps Bay based organisation which aims to reintegrate people living on the streets in Camps Bay into society

Rudy encouraged Frans to seek assistance, he accepted the offer and was placed at The Haven Night Shelter in Napier Street, Green Point

Since then, Frans has courageously

taken daily steps to transform his life

He said he agreed to the offer because he was ready to leave behind the constant hardship and hunger

“It wasn’t a difficult decision to make because I knew if I go to a shelter, then I would get a job I didn’t feel like sleeping outside anymore

One day you have, the next day you don’t have anything to eat ”

Frans still remembers his first night in the shelter “It was a good feeling

The first thing I did was take a nice warm shower and that first night sleeping on a bed was nice ”

Soon after, Frans joined the ignisive Community Steward and Reintegration Project, where he worked as part of the field operations team, which is supported by the Camps Bay City Improvement District (CB CID)

He learned new landscaping skills and helped maintain Camps Bay’s greenbelts and common areas the same community where he once searched bins for cans

Frans also received support to overcome challenges with alcohol and later moved into second-phase shelter living at Moira Henderson Haven in Woodstock

His commitment didn’t go unnoticed, and he was promoted to team leader in the Field Operations Project In March this year, he was offered a permanent job as a landscaper at a local business

Frans believes meeting Rudy was a divine intervention

“It was only God who sent Ryan Everything changed, I got a job and a shelter ” He encourages others to seek assistance and take any opportunity to rebuild their lives

First, you need to beat your substance abuse and then you must change your life Only then can you move forward I love gardening I am happy with my new job ”

In celebration of his 65th birthday last month (August) Frans, a passionate rugby supporter, got the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the Springboks take on the Wallabies at Cape Town Stadium

This was thanks to the CB CID who wanted to make his birthday extra special

A day Frans will carry with him for years to come

“I was so happy when I heard I got a ticket to go and see the Springboks play live I only see them on TV It was dream come true And I will remember it for the rest of my life,” he explained Fiona Fiona Bosch, reintegration manager at ignisive, said: “Jimmy is doing amazingly He used to collect tins for a living Seeing where he was and where he is now is a real transformation ”

She said Frans’ journey was not easy, but he was determined to leave his old life behind

“It took him some time to get out of his habits, at the beginning when he started working, he used to still search in bins to collect tins He used to tell us, ‘It’s hard because that was

my bread and butter’”

Andrew Tulloch, ignisive operations manager, said his bond with Jimmy started over their love for rugby

“I had the privilege of watching Jimmy grow He has gone from strength to strength He is such a hard worker and a humble person I was privileged to go with him to the Springbok game and seeing him enjoy the opportunity to watch the game ”

Tulloch said Frans’ story is proof of what is possible when communities, businesses, organisations, and government entities form collaborations

“Our organisation is all about responsible giving We teach our clients to take accountability for their lives and to take responsibility for making the necessary changes We are there

only to guide and support and encourage along the way ”

Tulloch said Frans is an inspiration to many

“Jimmy has made the necessary changes to better his life I hope that he has the opportunity to realise more of his dreams I am pushing for him to see a Stormers game, he hasn’t seen them play yet

“He would always tell me stories of going to Newlands Stadium when he was young ”

Fueled by hope, prayer, and determination, Frans now wakes up to a life he truly looks forward to “I want to thank everyone who helped and inspired me They all played a big role in my life,” he concludes

Gaiden of Rygersdal Football Club (FC) leans on the back of Ryan Adams of Ashford FC to control the ball during a SAFA Cape Town Coke Cup quarter-final match played at the Bishop Lavis Sports Ground on Sunday 14 September The game ended 5-5 after regulation time with Ashford keeping their composure to master the penalty shootout 6-4 to advance to the semi-final of the competition

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Villager sent SK-Walmers packing by 44-31 in the first semi-final of Super League A and Hamiltons limped to a 35-34 victory over Durbell in the other match

However, all eyes were on the match between Primrose and Belhar in Super League B, which Primrose won by 46-34

In the other match, Franschhoek eventually progressed to Super League A after six attempts to gain promotion when they beat Kraaifontein 33-18

In Super League C, it was one-way traffic in the match between Young Peoples and Violets with the team from Paarl winning by 56-13, while All Saints were too strong for Gardens, winning their contest by 45-19

The finals and play-offs will be held on Saturday 20 September at City Park

All the losing semi-finalists will play against

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Michail Tarentaal from Athlone, a learner at Wynberg Boys High, was one of the local cricketers who took part in Cricket SA u-17 National Camp in Pretoria from Thursday 11 September to Sunday 14 September “I competed against players from all the provinces and we trained and played two matches I was looking forward to the different types of cricket the players from the various provinces play,” he says Besides the training and the matches he learned more about his own game, while in Pretoria

Growing up he never admired one cricketer in particular, but different aspects from various players and tried to learn from numerous people “I chose cricket after watching my brother play when I was younger and that sparked my interest I am a bowling all-rounder The best advice I received was to bowl fast When I heard I was selected I was happy and grateful for the opportunity,” says Michail

His advice to kids in his community is to aspire to be the best in sport and in what they want to achieve, to work hard in school, be disciplined and honour their parents

His short term goal is to make the SA u-17 team which will be announced this week

His medium term goal is to make the SA u-19 World Cup team while his ultimate goal is to represent SA national team, the Proteas

Come early for a good spot at City Park for Super Leagues finals and play-offs on Saturday

each other and the team that finished 13th on the log In Super League A, it is Helderberg and in Super League B Hamediehs who will await the winner of SK-Walmers vs Durbell and the winner of Belhar vs Kraaifontein, respectively

With the results of the semis Franschhoek and Primrose are promoted to Super League A next year, All Saints and St Georges in Super League B and Hands & Heart and Kylemore in Super League C The three teams at the bottom of Super League C - Eersterivier, Strand United and Caledonian Roses, drop to the Zonal Sections, which are Northerns, Southern and City Leagues Rugby fans can be assured of another treat on Saturday and must come early for a good spot at City Park