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DANCERS GET THEIR CHANCE TO SHINE AT ARTSCAPE BALLET COMPETITION The 13th South African International Ballet Competition concluded with a gala at the Artscape Opera House on Thursday 6 August after bringing together 118 dancers aged nine to 22 from South Africa and abroad. The competition featured Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Choreographic and Ensemble categories, providing young dancers with performance experience, international exposure and opportunities to connect with leading ﬁgures in the ballet industry. The closing gala showcased competition winners and guest artists, while the City of Cape Town reaffirmed its commitment to supporting artistic excellence and creating opportunities for young creatives. Pictured is triple gold medalist and winner of the Sir Neiman Neiman Prize for Best Male Dancer, Jayden Josh Samuels, 16. Read more on page 8. PHOTO: KIM STEVENS

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DCAMPS BAY PRIMARY, PREPARATORY AND HIGH SCHOOL FORM INTERCONNECTED SCHOOL FAMILY

120 years of school in Camps Bay KAYLYNNE BANTOM KAYLYNNE.BANTOM@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

ore than 1 200 learners from Grade 1 to Grade 12 gathered at Camps Bay High School on Wednesday 19 August as Camps Bay schools celebrated 120 years of education, history and community.

The Founder’s Day celebration marked 120 years since the original Camps Bay School opened its doors in 1906, with just seven children beginning their education in an Anglican church hall in Argyle Road.

It is a loving community with people from different backgrounds and cultures come together Since then, those seven learners have grown into generations of Camps Bay learners, with Camps Bay Primary, Preparatory and High School now forming one interconnected school family. The celebration brought together learners, staﬀ, parents, past learners and special guests to honour the schools’ history, celebrate their achievements and look towards the future.

The celebration also saw learners from all three schools come together on the high school ﬁeld to form a giant “120”, which was captured from above in a special drone photograph marking the milestone. Louis Mostert, high school principal, reﬂected on the legacy of the schools and their hopes for the next 120 years. “We are not a school that focus on one particular aspect of a child and don’t deal with the other

kids, we celebrate any kid’s talents. We like to develop whatever talent they show an interest in, and we hope they will take that talent forward when they leave the school.” He urged parents and the wider community to continue supporting the school as it looks ahead. Chris Storey, principal of Camps Bay Primary School, said being part of the group of schools was special. “I think it is a privilege to be part of a school environment that’s accessible for everyone. It is a space where each individual reaching their full potential is far more important than the top results. To celebrate 120 years is special but we have a big job for the TO PAGE 4 future as well.”

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PEOPLE’SPOST | Woodstock|Maitland|City Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Nominations close 28 Aug

ith the 2026 Local Government Election fast approaching, prospective political party and independent candidates have until 17:00 on Friday 28 August to submit their nominations.

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The nomination process, which opened on Friday 7 August, is an important step towards the polls on Wednesday 4 November, when voters will elect ward and proportional representation (PR) councillors across municipalities. Ward councillors represent speciﬁc wards, while PR councillor seats are allocated to political parties according to the proportion of votes they receive. Michael Hendrickse, Provincial Electoral Oﬃcer for the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has urged prospective candidates to familiarise themselves with the requirements and ensure that all documentation is completed and submitted within the prescribed timeframe. Independent candidates can contest metropolitan or local council ward seats, while registered political parties can contest ward and PR seats in metropolitan, local and district councils. All candidates must be registered voters on the municipal segment of the voters’ roll for the municipality they intend to contest. Candidates must also be at least 18 years old and South African citizens. Independent candidates must be nominated by a registered voter in the municipality and have the support of at least 50 registered voters in the ward they are contesting.

DEPOSITS FROM R1 800 FOR INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE Certain people are disqualified from standing for election, including unrehabilitated insolvents, individuals declared of unsound mind by a court, and those convicted of an offence and sentenced to more than 12 months’ imprisonment without the option of a fine. This disqualification ends five years after the sentence has been completed. Candidates and parties are also required to pay electoral deposits. Deposits range from R1 800 for an independent ward candidate to R4 700 for a party contesting a metropolitan election. The IEC is encouraging parties and independent candidates to use its Online Candidate Nomination System (OCNS).

Parties and independents must first apply for access and designate an Online Party Administrator, who is responsible for managing the nomination process, including payments, capturing candidate details and submitting the required documents. Manual submissions are also permitted at designated IEC offices. For the City of Cape Town Metro, manual candidate nomination documents must be submitted at the Athlone IEC office. The IEC has stressed that both online and manual nominations must be submitted by Friday. Any submissions received after the deadline will not be accepted. The Commission is expected to publish the final list of successful candidates on Wednesday 16 September. Further information on the polls and the candidate nomination process is available from the IEC website www.elections.org.za.

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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-

cations before 1 July are also being asked to remain patient while the City processes their applications. Those who applied after 1 July must complete the renewal process by Monday next week. Until an application is approved, residents will not receive the rates discount on their monthly municipal bill. Only applications submitted by Monday’s deadline will qualify for the rebate. INDIGENT SUPPORT

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-

tions are processed. For beneficiaries whose benefits expired on Tuesday 30 June, approved applications will be backdated to July to ensure continuity of eligible benefits. Residents applying for assistance after 1 July have until Wednesday 30 December to submit their applications. The City said backdating benefits will be considered for beneficiaries aged 60 and older. Until an application is approved, applicants will not receive indigent benefits on their monthly municipal bills. A list of required documents for both applications is available in English, isiXhosa and Afrikaans. The City is also contacting registered beneficiaries via SMS

to assist with renewal applications through its new Hello-RITA WhatsApp chatbot. Residents who are unsure whether an SMS is legitimate can contact the City’s Call Centre on 0860 103 089 to verify the message. Pensioners can also email rates. rebate@capetown.gov.za for individual assistance or visit their nearest Customer Interaction Centre. According to the City of Cape Town said residents need to reapply because it is legally required to check beneficiaries’ financial status to confirm that they still meet the requirements for social package assistance. Payment arrangement queries can be sent to payment.arrangements@capetown.gov.za.

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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 | Woodstock|Maitland|City 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

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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 | Woodstock|Maitland|City Tuesday, 25 August 2026

M3 green-belt paths upgrade through a key partnership New walking paths and signage have been installed along the M3 green belt in Newlands following a joint effort among the Newlands Community Improvement District (NCID), the City of Cape Town and private donors. According to the NCID, the project included repairs to the walking paths and the installation of new signage to improve navigation for people using the greenbelt. “The Newlands Community Improvement District started things off by testing rebar supports,” it stated.“The City’s Recreation and Roads Infrastructure team completed the physical path repairs.” The project was also supported by donations from Property Vine Cape Town, led by Lindsay Dwyer, which enabled the redesign and installation of new signage along the paths.

The NCID said the new signage was designed to help people navigate the area while walking or running. “Generous donations from Property Vine Cape Town by Lindsay Dwyer allowed us to beautifully redesign and install brand-new signage so you can easily navigate your walk or run.” The signage was installed with assistance from Signarama Claremont. The upgrade highlights the role of partnerships among community organisations,the municipality and local businesses in improving shared public spaces. People’s Post approached the City of Cape Town for comment on the extent of the repairs, its role in the project, the cost of the work and plans for maintaining the paths. No response had been received at the time of publication.

WESTERN CAPE GAMBLING AND RACING BOARD

NOTICE IN TERMS OF THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 32(2) OF THE WESTERN CAPE GAMBLING AND RACING ACT, 1996 (ACT 4 OF 1996) (“THE ACT”), AS AMENDED,THE WESTERN CAPE GAMBLING AND RACING BOARD HEREBY GIVES NOTICE THAT THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS FOR A BOOKMAKER LICENCE, AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTIONS 27(k) AND 55 OF THE ACT, A BOOKMAKER PREMISES LICENCE, AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTIONS 27(kA) AND 55(A) OF THE ACT, A MANUFACTURER LICENCE AS PROVIDED IN SECTIONS 27(f) AND 50 OF THE ACT AND CERTIFICATE/S OF SUITABILITY IN TERMS OF WESTERN CAPE GAMBLING AND RACING REGULATION, AS PROVIDED FOR IN REGULATION 18, HAS BEEN RECEIVED. Applicant for a new bookmaker and manufacturer licence: Registration number: Persons holding a 5% or more direct and indirect financial interest in the applicant:

Business address of proposed bookmaker: Erf number:

Broadway Gaming South Africa (Pty) Ltd - A South African registered company 2025/522187/07 • Marquee Capital (Pty) Ltd - 51 % direct financial interest • Broadway Holdings Limited (Malta) - 49% direct financial interst, and - 51% indirect interest through Marquee Capital (Pty) Ltd • Solemere Limited (Malta) - 84 % indirect interest through Broadway Holdings Limited • Newburn Limited (Isle of Man) - 16% indirect interest through Broadway Holdings Limited • Chambers Nominees Limited (Isle of Man) - 84% indirect interest through Solemere Limited • The Newburn Trust (Isle of Man) - 16% indirect interest through Newburn Limited • David Michael Butler - 84% indirect interest through Chambers Nominees Limited • Martin Paul Moshal - 16% indirect interest through The Newburn Trust 74 Cardiff Street, 5th Floor, The Foundry, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001 159961

Section 33 of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, 1996 (hereinafter “the Act”) requires the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (hereinafter “the Board”) to ask the public to submit comments and / or objections to gambling licence applications that are filed with the Board.The conduct of gambling operations is regulated in terms of both the Act and the National Gambling Act, 2004.This notice serves to notify members of the public that they may lodge objections and/ or comments to the above application on or before the closing date at the below-mentioned address and contacts. Since licensed gambling constitutes a legitimate business operation, moral objections for or against gambling will not be considered by the Board. An objection that merely states that one is opposed to gambling without much substantiation will not be viewed with much favour. You are hereby encouraged to read the Act and learn more about the Board’s powers and the matters pursuant to which objections may be lodged.These are outlined in Sections 28, 30, 31 and 35 of the Act. Members of the public can obtain a copy of the objection guidelines, which are an explanatory guide through the legal framework governing the lodgement of objections and the Board’s adjudication procedures. The objection guidelines are accessible from the Board’s website at www.wcgrb.co.za and copies can also be made available on request.The Board will consider all comments and objections lodged on or before the closing date during the adjudication of the application. In the case of written objections to an application, the grounds on which such objections are founded must be furnished.Where comment in respect of an application is furnished, full particulars and facts to substantiate such comment must be provided.The name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the objection or offering the comment must also be provided. Comments or objections must reach the Board by no later than 16:00 on Friday, 11 September 2026. Objections or comments must be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, P.O. Box 8175, Roggebaai 8012, or handed to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, 24 Fairway Close, Fairway Terraces, Parow 7500, or emailed to Objections.Licensing@wcgrb.co.za

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Sea Point Promenade gets own ‘traffic’ regulations T

KAYLYNNE BANTOM

he City is tightening controls on e-scooters, e-bikes and other electric mobility devices on the Sea Point Promenade, including an 8 km/h speed limit and stricter enforcement. The changes come as increasing numbers of electric mobility devices use the popular public space, with concerns raised over excessive speeds, rider behaviour and conflicts between riders and pedestrians. The City says the Promenade remains a pedestrian recreational space and that children, older people and people with disabilities must be able to use it safely. The first step will be the introduction of a Sea Point Promenade Management Protocol, followed by new signage, tighter controls for rental operators, improved monitoring and coordinated enforcement. Under the protocol, electric mobility devices will be restricted to a maximum speed of 8 km/h in shared pedestrian areas, while pedestrians will have right of way at all times. Racing, weaving through crowds and reckless riding will be prohibited, while riding on grassed areas will also not be permitted. Riders will be required to dismount at identified congestion points, with only one rider allowed per device. The City will also introduce age, supervision and safety requirements. Commercial rental devices will have to meet identification requirements, while oversized and high-powered devices will face restrictions. The City said it is still finalising the technical threshold for what will be classified as a high-powered rental device, including limits relating to weight, passenger capacity and maximum speed. NEW SIGNS

The Recreation and Parks Department will ﬁnalise and publish the conditions governing electric mobility devices and erect new signage by the end of this month (August). The signage will outline the speed limit, pedestrian priority, dismount and no-riding areas, safe riding requirements and other operating restrictions. The City says its existing by-laws allow Recreation and Parks to regulate vehicles in public recreational spaces, set conditions of use and impose speed limits. National road traﬃc legislation and the City’s Streets By-law also protect sidewalks for pedestrian use. RENTAL CRACKDOWN

E-SCOOTERS, E-BIKES REIGNED IN TO 8 KM/H AND NO UNDER 16S

The City is tightening controls on e-scooters and e-bikes at Sea Point Promenade, including an 8 km/h speed limit and stricter enforcement. PHOTO: KAYLYNNE BANTOM

Rental operators will face tighter controls, with Recreation and Parks and Public Trading expected to establish a formal compliance process by next month (September). This will include operator and device identification, verified speed controls, responsible rental practices, incident reporting, public liability requirements and controls on where devices can be stored or collected on public land. The City warned that non-compliance could result in enforcement action and said it would consider limiting the number and location of rental operators and devices in the busiest sections of the Promenade. An enforcement plan involving Parks Rangers, Law Enforcement, Public Trading and Urban Mobility will also be finalised. E-MOBILITY OPERATORS RESPOND

Moriah Andrews, business manager at Up-Cycles, a drop–and–go bike rental based in Sea Point, said while they believe the 8 km/h limit is practical for the promenade itself, it is “less practical” for riders using scooters to commute beyond the promenade. “Enforcement may be more diﬃcult where operators or private users lack the capability to adjust speed settings, or where users are simply unaware the measures are in place.” She said self-regulation by both operators and private users “will be essential”. “We also have live tracking on each

scooter, so we’re alerted to any incidents in real time. We encourage riders to test the scooter on our premises before taking it out, to make sure they’re comfortable with the device before riding on the promenade.” When asked what measures the company has in place to prevent unsafe behaviour, Andrews said one of the requirements is that they do not rent to anyone under the age of 16. Andrews said they would welcome further engagement with the City to work through implementation details and timelines before the rules are ﬁnalised. RESPONSIBLE USE OF E-MOBILITY DEVICES

Francine Higham, Mayco member for community services and health, said the measures were aimed at protecting pedestrians while allowing responsible use of electric mobility devices. “The Sea Point Promenade is one of Cape Town’s most loved public spaces, but it has also become one of our busiest. As the number of electric mobility devices has grown, so have safety concerns,” she said. Higham said the City wants to ensure the Promenade remained safe and accessible for everyone. “We will continue working with residents, operators and enforcement agencies to ensure that this remains one of Cape Town’s premier public spaces where people of all ages and abilities can walk, exercise and enjoy the coastline safely.”

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Head prefect Blessing Manguno said: “It is amazing to see how the legacy has carried on and how everyone takes pride in being part of these schools. It is a loving community with people from diﬀerent backgrounds and cultures come together.” Matric learner Ava Jacobson said: “I’ve attended Camps Bay schools since Grade R and have gone to all three schools. They are the most loving, diverse and culturally rich schools. It is such a luxury to go to this school.” Former learner Dexter Tangocci, who matriculated in 2009, was invited as the keynote speaker. He is the co-founder of a commercial drone services company. “The school played an enormous part in shaping who I am… I am enormously proud of this school community. I started here as a young boy in grade one and walked away as a young adult in matric, and it

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was a fantastic experience all the way through.” He encouraged learners to continue working towards what they are passionate about. “You don’t have to have everything

ﬁgured out right now, you are at the beginning of your life, but stay curious. Try and make good decisions but don’t beat yourself up over bad decisions. Just let the good ones outweigh the bad ones.”

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PEOPLE’SPOST | Woodstock|Maitland|City 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

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 | Woodstock|Maitland|City Tuesday, 25 August 2026

CPUT campuses still closed after violence WESTERN CAPE GAMBLING AND RACING BOARD

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The intervention follows the total shutdown of CPUT campuses and student residences after an arson attack at the old CPUT Education Building at the Bellville campus on Monday 17 August. Damage caused during the recent protests has been estimated at around R1,5 million, while hundreds of students have left university residences following the decision to suspend operations. CPUT management announced the closure amid escalating protests linked to concerns over registration fees, accommodation costs, the university’s ﬁnancial recovery plan, historical student debt, residence conditions and academic records (“Protesters force CPUT to act”, People’s Post, 18 August 2026) The protests have also resulted in a female security guard and a female student, being rushed to hospital. The security oﬃcer spent several days in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with critical injuries but has since been discharged. STUDENTS’ FINANCIAL CONCERNS

Section 33 of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, 1996 (hereinafter “the Act”) requires the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (hereinafter “the Board”) to ask the public to submit comments and / or objections to gambling licence applications that are filed with the Board.The conduct of gambling operations is regulated in terms of both the Act and the National Gambling Act, 2004.This notice serves to notify members of the public that they may lodge objections and/ or comments to the above application on or before the closing date at the belowmentioned address and contacts. Since licensed gambling constitutes a legitimate business operation, moral objections for or against gambling will not be considered by the Board.An objection that merely states that one is opposed to gambling without much substantiation will not be viewed with much favour. You are hereby encouraged to read the Act and learn more about the Board’s powers and the matters pursuant to which objections may be lodged.These are outlined in Sections 28, 30, 31 and 35 of the Act. Members of the public can obtain a copy of the objection guidelines, which are an explanatory guide through the legal framework governing the lodgement of objections and the Board’s adjudication procedures. The objection guidelines are accessible from the Board’s website at www.wcgrb.co.za and copies can also be made available on request.The Board will consider all comments and objections lodged on or before the closing date during the adjudication of the application. In the case of written objections to an application, the grounds on which such objections are founded must be furnished.Where comment in respect of an application is furnished, full particulars and facts to substantiate such comment must be provided.The name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the objection or offering the comment must also be provided. Comments or objections must reach the Board by no later than 16:00 on Friday, 11 September 2026. Objections or comments must be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, P.O. Box 8175, Roggebaai 8012 or handed to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, 24 Fairway Close, Fairway Terraces, Parow 7500, or e-mailed to Objections.Licensing@wcgrb.co.za

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KAYLYNNE BANTOM igher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has deployed a departmental team to work with the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) to facilitate urgent engagement between university management, Council and student leadership as the university remains shut following recent violent protests.

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The unrest began earlier this month after students raised concerns about CPUT’s draft 2027 Financial Recovery Plan, which they claimed could require students to pay up to R7 000 to register for the new academic year. The CPUT Student Representative Council (SRC) rejected the proposed registration fee and called for residence fees to be reduced where they exceed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) funding cap. Students have also called for an independent forensic investigation into the university’s ﬁnances. The protest followed a mass meeting at the District Six campus on Monday 10 August, where students discussed their concerns over registration fees. A planned campus shutdown followed on Tuesday 11 August. On Wednesday 12 August, a security

CPUT REPORTEDLY THE HIGHEST STUDENT DEBT AT APPROXIMATELY R4,2 BILLION

Higher education minister deploys a team to address student grievances and restore university operations. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

vehicle was set alight at the Wellington campus. CPUT spokesperson Lauren Kansley previously said management remained open to “meaningful and constructive engagement”. She also conﬁrmed that the university Council had decided to withdraw the draft Financial Recovery Plan to allow for further consultation. CALLS FOR ENGAGEMENT

Manamela said the departmental team would facilitate constructive engagement, establish the facts behind the grievances and identify matters that can be resolved immediately. The team will also assist the parties in agreeing to a clear, time-bound process to address outstanding issues and support efforts to restore learning and essential university services. “The immediate priority is to bring the parties around the table, establish the facts and find a way forward that allows the academic programme to resume. Students have a right to raise legitimate concerns about their access to higher education,” said Manamela. He urged the students to use legitimate channels to raise concerns around access to higher education, affordability and living and learning conditions. He said the withdrawal of the draft financial plan presented an opportunity for management and student leader-

ship to reset their relationship and address outstanding issues in good faith. Manamela called on CPUT management, Council and student leaders to cooperate with the departmental team to establish a credible roadmap towards restoring normal university operations. STUDENT DEBT CRISIS

The protests are taking place against the backdrop of a wider student debt crisis in South Africa’s post-school education and training sector. Figures presented to Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education in May showed that outstanding student debt across the sector stood at about R59 billion, including R29 billion owed by NSFAS-funded students. The financial pressure has also resulted in thousands of students having their qualification certificates withheld because of outstanding debt. The Department of Higher Education and Training indicated that about 165 000 qualification certificates were being withheld. CPUT has reportedly recorded the highest student debt among South African universities, at approximately R4,2 billion. According to statistics provided by Universities South Africa (USAf), the university also has 16 196 withheld qualification certificates.

Health experts caution of untreated throats The Children’s Heart Disease Research Unit at Red Cross Children’s Hospital in Rondebosch visited Mimosa Primary School in Bonteheuwel to inform learners that a sore throat can lead to heart failure. “Our annual Rheumatic Fever Awareness Week was held from Monday 3 to Friday 7 August,” said Laylah Ryklief, Medical Research Oﬃcer, “when we informed learners that we often brushed oﬀ a sore throat as nothing to worry about. But it can lead to serious heart problems later on in life.” She said this is her unit’s annual reminder of the lesser-known rheumatic heart disease. This disease can arise from repeated episodes of an untreated bacterial infection of the throat. Her team shared this message at the school and the take-home message was simple: seek medical care when you or a family member has a sore throat, so a health professional can assess if a

Mimosa Primary School learners are encouraged by staff of the Children’s Heart Disease Research Unit, Red Cross Children’s Hospital to eat more vegetables and fruit, exercise and sleep. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

course of antibiotics is needed. “It’s a condition that aﬀects children between the ages of ﬁve to 15, so we wanted to spread the health-education message to school kids,” said Prof Liesel Zühlke of the Red Cross Hospital-based research group. “I’d

encourage parents to take a sore throat seriously but, more than that, to encourage good heart health.” The learners were encouraged to exercise, eat more fruits and vegetables, and get proper sleep. For details email chdru@uct.ac.za.

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PEOPLE’SPOST | Woodstock|Maitland|City Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Turning awareness into action

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 | Woodstock|Maitland|City 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).

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 | Woodstock|Maitland|City 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.

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.

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.

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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Tina Seale, PRO of Nantes AC, and race director Sabrie Domingo are excited to welcome all participants to their annual race on Heritage Day Thursday 24 September. PHOTO: RASHIED ISAACS

10km race ends at Athlone stadium AVRIL FILLIES he Run as One Heritage Race 2026, organised by the Nantes Athletic Club, will start and ﬁnish at their new home at Athlone Stadium on Thursday 24 September.

The move to the Athlone Stadium marks an exciting new chapter for the event. The venue was selected to enhance the race-day experience, offering improved facilities, ample secure parking, easy access for participants and supporters, and an iconic stadium finish. It also provides the opportunity to grow the event while celebrating one of the Cape Flats’ most recognised sporting landmarks. According to Sabrie Domingo, race director, this is more than a race, bringing together runners, walkers, families, schools, workplaces and communities in the spirit of unity, wellness and shared heritage. “Participant safety remains a top priority, with comprehensive traffic management, route marshals, medical services and security mea-

RUN AS ONE HERITAGE RACE sures in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable event. “Participants can choose between the 10 km Road Race (R120 for licensed runners; an additional temporary licence fee applies to unlicensed runners) and the 5 km Fun Run (R70). “Moving the race to Athlone Stadium is an exciting milestone for Nantes Athletic Club. We aim to create a memorable Heritage Day experience that brings our communities together. We invite runners, clubs, schools, businesses and families to join us as we celebrate our heritage, our community and the spirit of running as one,” he says. The club expects to welcome close to 2 000 participants. Winners across the respective age categories will also walk away with prize money. For more information contact Domingo on 083 698 8445.

Public unite to raise funds for soccer legend AVRIL FILLIES The public and sporting fraternity are invited to a fundraiser for legendary soccer goalkeeper Farouk Abrahams on Sunday 13 September at the Futbol Kings Fives Court in Belgravia. Abrahams is battling stage four cancer and the money generated at the event will go towards his ongoing treatment, medical care and support. “We are excited to host you for a few hours of fun activities involving the whole family. Court 1 and 2 will host the Walking football games while on court 3 it will be all about family fun. Come and test your skills for the mere fun of it. An exhibition game between local football legends and the Walking Football Ambassadors will no doubt be a highlight of the event. And they will be more than willing to pose for pics for your collection,” Abrahams says. The highlight of the day will be the exhibition match between Duncan Crowie who will lead the Legends against the Walking Football Cape Town Legends. Teams who wish to participate can enter a team of ten players and the entry fee is R1 500 per team. Spot prizes are up for grabs and being a Sunday, koesisters and other refreshments will be on sale. If you can’t attend but wish to donate something you can contact Farouk Abrahams on 072 535 8866, Ruudi Abrahams on 065 727 3339 and Johann Koopman on 082 593 8817.

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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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