. Die digbundel diehelfteisjou nievertel deur ThérèseBartman word op die eerste byeenkoms van dieDurbanville-poësiekringvir diejaardeur diedigter self bespreek.Die bespreking begin om 10:00indie saal vandie Durbanville-biblioteek.Ligte verversingswordaangebied. Gasteiswelkom teen R50 per persoon.KontakLesleyvan derVyver by 083460 4571 of teachervdv@gmail.comomaan te sluitofgaste saam te bring.
THURSDAY12FEBRUARY
. Durbanville Business is presentinganexclusive evening of networking,dinner and aguided tour of Stadio HigherEducation'sprestigious newDurbanvillecampusfrom18:00.DrStanduPlessis,chief executive officerofStadio Higher Education, will be theguestspeaker.The campusissituated at 35 Akademia AvenueinGroot PhesantekraalEstate. The cost is R150 formembers and R350 fornon-members, dinnerand wine included. Seatsare limited. Confirm attendancebefore8Februarybyemailtoinfo@ durbanvillesakekamer.co.za
VRYDAG13FEBRUARIE
. Komgeniet 'n aand onder die sterre met'nValentynspiekniek en 'n fliek op by die JanKrielskool. Die geleentheid is slegsvir volwassenes. Bringjou geliefde,'npiekniekmandjie en 'n kombersvir 'n romantiese aand. Die hekke maakom19:30oop en diefliekbegin om 20:30. Koffiesal te koop wees. Kaartjieskos R50 perpersoon en is beskikbaaropdie d6 Connect-app
SATURDAY,14FEBRUARY
. Love willbeinthe airthisValentine'sDay as MdzanandaAnimalClinic& Shelterhosts itsValentine's Picnic forPaws- aspecialfundraising eventin support of theanimals of Khayelitsha -from10:00 to 14:00atJoostenbergBistro&Deli. Theevent promises arelaxed and memorablepicnicexperiencefilled with good food, greatcompany,and ameaningful cause. Well-behaved dogs arewelcome to join their owners on theday.Ticketsare available viaQuicket Visit www.mdzananda.co.zaoremail Kellyonfund@ mdzananda.co.zafor moreinformation.
. TheTygerbergHills Lions club will have awalk from the GracePresbyterianChurch MonteVista onto Camoens Park, Barrow Street,MonteVista. Come for awalkand showyoursupport forChildhoodCancer This walk is heldcountry wide by variousLions on theday to create awareness.Theystart at 09:00. Entrancefee is on donationbasis. Agreat morning to showsupport to ouryoung warriors. Looking forward to seeing everyone,registrationwillhappen on the morning. Contact Jeannievan Wulven forany enquiries on 0833050424
FROMPAGE1
Bellville Station, Cape Town’s second busiest public transport interchange serving thousands of daily commuters, has deterioratedinto what complainants describe as ahealth andsafety hazard. Accordingtoadetailed submission the stationenvironmentisnow allegedly characterised by chronic public urination, persistent stenchofdecomposing food waste and widespread criminal activity.
Food vendors prepare and sell meals immediately adjacenttoareas used as informal public toilets, creating what can be described as “a clear and ongoing public healthrisk that appears to be toleratedorignored”
Criminal activity at the station has become so normalised that commuters largely no longerreport crimes, believing reporting leads to no response or protection. Opendrug dealing, illegal alcohol sales fromearly morning hours, and rampant pickpocketing occur with little to no law-enforcement intervention.
Along-term observer who has worked in theBellville areafor 17 yearsdescribes aconsistentpattern of “long-termdecay and neglect,repeated promises with no sustained follow-through, temporary cleanups immediately before political visits, and rapid regression once thosevisits conclude”.
MALLUNDERSIEGE
Meanwhile,Middestad Mall on Charl Malan Street faces its own crisis as illegal street vendorshave surrounded entrances and doorsteps following the completion of theKruskal Avenue upgrade project.
Security personnel have been attacked and stabbed while attempting to manage thevendor situation. Customersare being forcedtowalk on roads due to blocked entrancesand pavements, placing them at serious risk.
Themall management describes thesituation as having“increased congestionand lawlessness” with “little to no enforcementorcontrol over who is entitled to trade,creating achaotic free for all”.
Mall operators report they wereassured that once the KruskalAvenue project was completed, vendors would be relocated. Instead, the problem hasworsened significantly, withnegative impactson operations, customerexperience and tenant revenue.
and counterfeit trade flourishes in both locations.
CITYRESPONDSWITHACTIONPLAN
Deputy Mayor and Mayco member for Spatial Planning and Environment Eddie Andrews has responded to the complaints with acomprehensive action plan.
TheCityand Middestad Mall management have agreed on joint operations by City Safetyand Security and police to address illegal trading at shopfrontsand business entrances within the next two weeks,following engagement with traders.
“The Revitalisation Team will be doing daily monitoring going forward,” Andrews stated.
. TheTable View Lions Club is inviting the community to lace up theirwalking shoes and take part in the 5kmBig Walk forYoung Warriorsatthe TableView beachfront.Thewalk is familyfriendly,pramfriendly, and open to leashedpets, making it an idealouting forall ages.Anentrancefee of R50 applies, with all proceedsgoing the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa(CHOC). To register,send "choc" to 083 286 0255 by Thursday 12 February.
. Allbookloversare invitedtosupport the first book sale in the revamped and expanded bookshop at the Andries OlivierDurbanville Quadriplegic Centrein Durbanville.The booksale, which is in aidofthe centre, takesplace everysecond Saturday of each month from 09:00 to 14:00. . Ride aHarley foracausethisValentine’sDay in Blouberg.BloubergRotaryCluband the Harley DavidsonMotorcycleClubjoinforcesfor aspecial charity event celebratingalovefor bikes and community upliftment.The public is invitedto“buy”a ride on one of six Harley Davidson motorcycles,travelling from BaysideShopping CentretoEdenonthe Bayand back. ThecostisR150 perride,with adiscountedrate of R250 availablefor families purchasing tworides. Theevent willtakeplace from 10:00to16:00.Tickets canbepurchased at the Blouberg Rotary stand at BaysideShopping CentreonWednesday 11 February Thursday 12 February and Friday13February, between 10:00 and 16:00. Ticketscan also be booked by contacting Grahamon083 5571021
SONDAG15FEBRUARIE
. Sonja Herholdt en Tjokker kuierom09:30 by die kinderdiens vandie Vredelust-gemeenteseaktiwiteitsentruminBoston, Bellville
WOENSDAG18FEBRUARIE
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. Theo Kemp se boek KleinKonings word in die Durbanville-biblioteeksaalop'nbyeenkoms vandie Durbell-leeskring bespreek. Jonathan Amid gaan die boek bespreek. Ditbegin om 10:00. Almaliswelkom. Gaste betaal R50.LedegeldbeloopR220per jaar.Rig navraeaan Liz vanWyk by 082655 8061. . Die hoogsvermaaklike roman Dieavonturevan Helga Roets word deur Human&Rousseaubydie Durbanville-biblioteekbekendgestel.RiëtteRust salingesprek wees met die skrywer,RiaanGrobler Die boekbekendstelling begin om 17:00.Bespreek by RSVP@jonathanball.co.za.
CALLSFORINTERVENTION
Both complaints callfor immediate enforcement action, visiblelawenforcement presence andclear sustainable planstoaddress the deterioratingconditions.
The mall management seeks urgent removal of illegal vendors from entrances and surroundingareas, while the station complainant calls for structural solutions to address what they describe as “systemic enforcement failure at acritical transport hub”.
Legitimate businesses are described as strugglingtosurvive whilst illegal
TheBellville CBD Revitalisation Team, comprising City law enforcement, metro police and traffic officers began daily monitoring from 2February 2026. Regarding the station conditions Andrews acknowledged that much of the station land fell under PRASA jurisdiction, while socio-economic pressures exacerbated by Covid-19 have impacted inner-city conditions. He noted vandalism had disrupted City-funded ablution facilities at the PublicTransport Interchange, with the Greater Tygerberg Partnership providing alternative facilities for the past three years.
On vendor relocation the City confirmed permitted traders were returned to their original Kruskal Avenue spaces after Phase 2construction was completed in July 2025, with remaining traderslikely operating without permits.
TheCityhighlighted ongoing multiagency enforcement operations with the police, Customs, SARS and Immigration, noting that pastoperations recovered over R100 million in counterfeit goods across at least four operations in the pastyear Community SafetyAmbassadors are being deployed to identify crime hotspots, while aprecinct management programme involving Economic Development & Investment, Voortrekker Corridor Improvement District, Greater Tygerberg Partnership and PRASA continues.
Affected business owners may submit public liability claims to the City’s Insurance Claims Section via the City website, with each claim assessed on its merits, according to Mayco member for finance SisekoMbandezi.
“It is important to note that each claim is assessed on its own merit, including whether there has been any negligence or wrongful conduct on the partofthe City. Once the City has received the affected business owner’s claim form or formal correspondence areference number will be provided for all future liaison.”
Affected business owners may visit the City’s websitetofind and complete itspublic-liability claim form,” says Mbandezi.
Street vendorsand advertising signage crowd walkways around Bellville’s transporthubsas informal trading persists despite ongoing City enforcement action.
Suspected counterfeitgoods openlydisplayed at Bellville Station whereillegal trading persists despite ongoing multi-agencyenforcement operations recovering R100 million Bellville MiddestadMall.
UWCmou
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is mourning thedeathof Dr Diana Ferrus, the celebratedpoet and cultural iconwho died on Friday 30 January.
Ferrus was renowned for her powerful poetry that addressed socialjustice andhealing, most notably her poem “I’ve Come to Take You Home”, written for Sarah Baartman. The work played ameaningful role in the return of Baartman’s remains to South Africa and demonstrated what the university called “the transformative force of art”.
ACADEMICANDMENTORATUWC
As both an alumna and staff member of the University of the Western Cape, Ferrus dedicated herself to nurturing students and mentoring emerging writers. She championed voices frommarginalised communities and wasparticularly committed to supporting grassroots writers, women poets, and community storytelling.
Writing in both English and Afrikaans, shebridged cultures and celebrated South Africa’s multilingual heritagethrough her
Passerby dist
Ayoung woman was robbed while on her routinedaily run on Tuesdayevening.
The incident took place on the corner of Kendal andSondal Road in Eversdal at about 18:00.
According to Col Gonum Munsamy, station commander of Durbanville police, the victim was one of two women who went running.
Amember of the publicstopped to assist
Ilana Steyn, AneldaJonker (Local Business Lead forCape Town),Corna GeldenhuysJana vanRensburg.
Business women gather in Bellville fornetworking
MAURICIA.PETERSEN
MAURICIA.PETERSEN@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA
The SouthAfrican Council forBusiness Women (SACBW) held itsfirst networking event of 2026onWednesday morning, 4February, bringing together women entrepreneurs and businessleadersin Bellville under new local leadership.
Today marked the first networking event of 2026 for SACBW in Cape Town under the new leadershipofAnelda Jonker, Local Business Leadfor SACBW in Cape Town. The occasionbrought businesswomen together under the powerfulspirit of local women supporting other localwomen.
The event set an energetictone forthe year,with lucky draws sponsored by local businesses helping to createmomentum andshowcase the strength of community collaboration.
SELF-AWARENESSTHEME INSPIRESTHOSEPRESENT
February’s theme, “Self-awareness”, was brought to life by guest speaker Dr Amanda Filtane, who shared apowerful andinspiring message on women’s empowerment
SACBW is proud to have local businesswoman Ilana Steyn serving on the Cape Town committee. She wasnamed Businesswoman of the Year 2025 during the national awards ceremony in Nelspruit lastyear. With aclear visionfor growth, thenetwork is aiming to make astrong mark across various categories of national awards in 2026.
SACBW is alegacy non-profit organisation founded in 1988 by the late MrsRika Werner. The trusted national platform was created specifically to empower women in businessacross
South Africa andcurrently supportsboth established and emerging entrepreneurs through its provincial andlocal chapters. Theorganisation’s missioncentreson empowering, equipping,uniting,educating andembracing all womeninSouth Africa, while celebratingwomenthroughdiverse perspectives andinclusive opportunities.
COMMUNITYCOLLABORATION ANDSUPPORTINITIATIVES
SACBWserves as aconduit platform designed for women, aimedatharnessing their collective power. Through mentorship programmes, workshops, networkingopportunities andcommunitydriven initiativesthe organisation provides essential support andresources to help womenrealise andreach theirfull potential.
SACBWisalso supporting local initiatives that include Samaritan’sFeet andHelpende Hand Wes-Kaap.
Theorganisation maintains an active presence acrossmultiple provincesand hosts regular networking meetings, workshopsand guestspeaker sessions.
SACBW is currently in an exciting growth phase followingastrategic re-engineering planlaunched in 2019, with arenewed focus on innovation, sustainability, skills development and leadership for the years ahead
TheCapeTown Chapter forms part of this national expansion andaims to create avibrant, supportive local business community for women in theWestern Cape, aspace wherecollaboration, shared learning and meaningful connections are encouraged
. Womeninbusiness areinvited to join this growingnetwork by contacting capetown@ sacbw.org.
Farewelltoa risingsoccerstar
BRENDENRUITER
BRENDEN.RUITER@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA
The memorialservice fora promising young soccer player from Blackheath, who died tragically on Sunday1February, washeld at his alma mater,Settlers High in Bellville, on Friday4February.
Jeandre Gaffoor (20) reportedly drowned in adam on theKrom River Hiking Trail, closetoPaarl, while hikingwithhis friends.
His untimely endisdescribed as atragic loss of ayounglife filled withpromise and potential.
Settlers High,from which he matriculated in 2023, said in apress releasehewould be remembered with great fondness by both learners and staff as ahumble and gentle young man whose character reflected kindnessand quiet determination
“It is with deep andprofound sadness that we share the news of the passing of past pupil Jeandre Gaffoor (Matric Class of 2023), who tragically lost his life by drowning. During his timeatSettlers he was avalued memberofthe first-team soccersquad and an exceptionally talented playermanylearners hadadmired and aspired to emulate. Oursincere thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, andall whoknewand loved him. May they find comfortand strength in this timeofsorrow, and may they experience God’s peace in the days ahead. Jeandre’s memory will remain in the hearts of our school community.”
LOSSFORSOCCERFAMILY
Gaffoor is alsoremembered with great fondness by the two major clubs he played for, Stellenbosch Football Club (SFC) and Cape Town Spurs, particularly for hisdedication, discipline, remarkable abilityand resultant achievements. SFC, for which he played at the time he died, had this to say: “Itiswith profound sadness that StellenboschFootball Club has learned of the untimely passing of our talentedreserve teamplayer Jeandre Gaffoor (20).
“At this timethe club will not be making any further comment andrespectfully requests theprivacyofhis family and lovedonesbehonoured.
“Jeandre joined Stellenbosch FC’s development ranks at the start of the 2024-’25campaign from Cape Town Spurs and featuredprominently as the team achievedarunners-up finish in the DStv Diski Challengelastseason.Hewill be rememberedfondly by his teammates, coaches andstaff, andhis loss will be felt acrossthe club andwider football fraternity.”
JeandreGaffoor,when he wasstill alearneratThe SettlersHigh School
TRIBUTESPOURINFOR JEANDRE GAFFOOR AFTER TRAGIC DEATH
Cape Town Spurs expressed profound sadness and itsdeepest condolences to Gaffoor’s family, friends and loved ones.
“The sudden and tragic loss of Jeandre has left our entire Spurs family in shock and mourning. Words aren’t adequate to express the sorrow we feel for your [his family’s] unimaginable loss. May you find strength in the love that surrounds you and comfort in the cherished memories you hold.”
SOCCERJOURNEY
His soccer journey saw him first signed by Cape TownSpurs and later by Stellenbosch FC —achievements that stood as atestament to his dedication, discipline, and remarkable ability.
“Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.
“May they find comfort and strength in thistime of sorrow, and may they experience God’s peace in the days ahead. Jeandre’s memory will remain in the hearts of our school community.
“With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Jeandre Gaffoor.The sudden and tragic loss of Jeandre has left our entire Spurs family in shock and mourning. There are no words adequate to express the sorrow we feel for your unimaginable loss.
“May you find strengthinthe love that surrounds you and comfort in the cherished memories you hold,”Cape Town Spurs said.
VehicleLicensingo
tocloseforsixweeks
The City of Cape Town’s Bellville Motor Vehicle Registration and Licensing Office will close for approximately six weeksfromMonday 16 February for essential maintenance and upgrades.
The Reed Street facility will undergo critical repairs during the closure period, with residents encouraged to use alternative offices or online services to avoid disruption to their vehicle-licensing needs.
“We thank our residents for their patience during thistime while we conductnecessary critical repairsand upgrades,” said Siseko Mbandezi, Mayco member for finance.
BELLVILLE OFFICE TO UNDERGO MAINTENANCE
“We encourage residents to visit another office in the vicinityortomakeuse of our variousonline options. The City regrets anyinconveniencecaused.”
ALTERNATIVESERVICEPOINTSAVAILABLE
Residents can access vehicle licensing services at nearby officesduring the closure:
. Parow: Parow Municipality, VoortrekkerRoad
. Goodwood:Goodwood MVRL, Hugo Street The Brackenfell Vehicle LicenceRenewal drive-through facility will alsobeaffected by the closure.
The drive-through normally operates MondaytoFriday from 10:00 to 18:00and Saturday from 09:00to14:00,accepting only card payments.
Free familymarketday to supportchildren’shospice
ABellville children's hospice is hosting a community fundraising event next month to support its free services forvulnerable children and theirfamilies.
Iris House Children's Hospice will hold its Family Market Day onFriday 28 February,from 10:00 to 14:00atits premisesinStikland Estate
EVENTDETAILS
The family-friendly event will take place at House 1, Stikland Estate, 59 Old Paarl Road, Bellville, with free entryand parking for all attendees.
Activities planned for the day include market and food stalls, ponyrides, face painting, bric 'n brac stalls,spotprizes, andentertainment specifically designed
forchildren. Iris House Children's Hospice is aregisterednon-profit organisation that provides free respite careand support tochildren with special needs andtheir families.
ESSENTIALSERVICES
Allfunds generated from the market day will go directly towards maintainingand expanding these essentialhospice services.
The community-focused event aims to raisevital funds whilst providing an enjoyable day out for familiesacross the Western Cape.
Formoreinformation aboutthe Family Market Day or Iris House Children's Hospiceservices, contact the organisation directly.
The City is promoting its digital alternativestoreduceinconvenience for residents. Vehicle-licencepayments can be made onlinethroughthe City’s websiteat capetown.gov.za.
Municipal account payments are available throughmultiple channels, including theCity’s eServices, QR codes on account statements andelectronic fundstransfer.
Residents can also payatvarious retail outlets including Shoprite, Checkers, USave, Pick nPay, PEP, Ackermans, Lewis,Top It Up, Woolworths, selected Spar stores andNedbank branches.
The maintenance work forms part of the City’songoing efforts to improve servicedelivery infrastructure and ensure efficient operations at municipal facilities.
HelgaRoets se boek bekendgestel
Die hoogs vermaaklike roman Die avonture vanHelga Roets word op Woensdag 18 Februarie deur Human & Rousseau by die Durbanville-biblioteek bekendgestel. Riëtte Rust sal in gesprek wees met die skrywer, Riaan Grobler. Riaan is ook ’n bekende in die vermaaklikheidsbedryf as sanger,akteur, omroeper en aanbieder. Hy het twee blitsverkopersgeskryf in twee jaar: Geheime op Philadelphia en Hospitaal Weltevreden Die avonture vanHelga Roets is sy derde roman. Helga Roetsisdalk aan die verkeerde kant van 80, maar jy kan haar steeds deur ’n ring trek, elke dag van die week. Sy woon nou al amper vyf jaar in Silwerhare-aftreeoord in Pretoria, en hoewel die aanpassing swaar was, voel haar blyplekkie deesdae soos huis. Sy het darem nog haar motortjie waarmee sy gereeld winkel toe ry.
Dit kom dus as ’n groot skok wanneer die oogarts makulêre degenerasieinalbei haar oë diagnoseer.
Die boekbekendstelling begin om 17:00. . Bespreek by RSVP@jonathanball.co.za.
Sakekamer se potjiekoskompetisie deur bekendesbeoordeel
Disweer tyd vir die Tygerberg-sakekamer se immergewilde potjiekoskompetiesie waar plaaslike sakelui mekaar in goeie gees die stryd om die titel as potmeester aansê. Dié geleentheid, 'n jaarlikse hoogtepunt wat nou in sy tiende jaar is, word op Vrydag 6Maart by die Hoërskool Stellenberg aangebied. 'n Hele groepbekendes sal vanjaar se beoordelingbehartig.
"Onsgaan groot vanjaar met 'n hele klomp bekende beoordelaars," sê Marina van derMeulen van die sakekamer. "Die beoordelaars is Marinda Engelbrecht, ‘n bekendeinkoskringe; Margit Meyer Rôdenbeck, wat geen bekendstelling nodig het nie; die bekende akteur Stian Bam; die geliefde sangeresAndriette Norman; en die bekende PeerPapsak van Bokradio."
Dieseremoniemeester vir diedag is die alombekende PedroKruger, wat al die
deelnemers sal bekendstel en diewenners van gelukkigstrekkings deur dieloop van die middag sal aankondig. Van die lekkerste potte nóg is by verlede jaar se kompetisie opgedis, sê die organiseerders, wat vanjaar weer watertandresepte verwag.
Die potte begin om 13:00 prut met hope gees en pret deur die loop van die middag. Die spanne kan meeding om as die kampioene in die witvleispot-, rooivleispot-, beste potpoeding- en beste geesafdelings aangewys te word.
Die hoofborg vir die geleeentheid is TJ’S Lekka Braai met 'n groot verskeidenheid medeborge soos Leopards Leap, Checkers, Food Lovers Market,Lily@Co en District Technical Solutions. . Kontak Marina by admin@tygerbergbc.co.za vir 'n inskrywingsvorm.Slegs 'n beperkteaantal pottekan ingeskryf word.
Kaapjag FamilyDay asuccess
The Central branch of Kaapjag (The Cape Hunters andGame Conservation Association)hosted afamily day at the Durbanville ShootingClub.
Theevent took place on Saturday 17 January as part of the club’s regular Confederation of Hunting Associations of South Africa's (CHASA’s) .22 gong shoot, whichhelps train andimprove sport shooting.
teach her how to aim and pull the trigger,” said Harding.
Seven family teams wereentered, which resulted in an additional 20 competitorson the day. “One of our goals for thisyear is to increase new membership for Kaapjag Central and we feel that by encouraging wives and children to appreciate the sport, it will help us to achieve our goals,” said Harding.
“The gong shoot is designed to provide acompetitive and level playing field for all to participate. It involves shooting at varioussized steel plates placed at various distances”said chair PaulHarding.
Afamily-entry option was added in order to attract thewives and children of Kaapjag members, manyofwhom have never held afirearm before.
“Our youngestentrant was four years old and thoroughly enjoyedhaving her father
TheJoubert family with Johann, Johann Jnrand Hugo Joubert were first. Second were the McIntyre family with Neil, Vanessa, Dan and Jenna McIntyre. The Young family with Andrew, Bridget and Maddi were third.
Thenext Kaapjag Central CHASA gong shoot will be held on Saturday 21 February. . Contact Kaapjagon021 9756324orinfo@ kaapjag.co.zawithenquiries
Iris HouseChildren’sHospiceinBellville will host afamily market dayon28Februarytoraisefunds for services.
Teenneedshelptofishfortrophies
A17-year-old Cape Townanglerwho has overcome significant challenges is asking for community support to compete in the South African angling championshipon8 April.
SPECIAL NEEDSANGLER
Ruben Labuschagne from Oakglen, Bellville sufferedastroke as ababy and wassubsequently diagnosed with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, attention-deficit disorder (ADD)and sensory-processing disorder. At age 11 hewas alsodiagnosed with autism-spectrum disorder(ASD)witha pathological demand avoidance profile Hisright leg, arm andface are affected by cerebral palsy.
Despite these challenges Ruben has found hispassioninfreshwater fishing, particularly barbel fishing. His dedication to the sport is unwavering; when he's notfishing he watches fishing videos on YouTube or practises with his rod on the grass.
Ruben has been amember of the Cape Town Angling Clubwith his brother and father for several years. In December 2022 he represented the Western Provinceat the SAchampionships at Bloemhof Dam in
marked the first timeRubenand the newly formedWPdisabled team competed in theSAchampionship held annually at Bloemhof.Thisyear's championship will
take place on 8April.
SUPPORTNEEDED
Thefamily requires around R20000 to cover petrol and accommodation costs for the championship trip. Overthe past two years, they have received generous support from colleagues, friends, family and strangers, but understand they cannot rely on the same sponsors annually. With Ruben turning 18 in March and having reached his academic threshold his parents are concerned about his future prospects. They are exploring the possibilityoffinding him work at afishing shop and hope that his participation in competitive angling might lead to opportunities with prominent figures in the sport
. Anyone wishing to support Rubencan contact his parentsWillemLabuschagne on 083 5643397orRikaLabuschagne on 082783 9725. Donations canbemadetothe WesternProvince Freshwater Angling Association account.
Stellieswenatletiek,DFgeesen‘flashes’
Die jaarlikse DTBS-byeenkoms het op Saterdag 7 Februarie weer virgroot opwindinggesorg toe die hoërskole DF Akademie, Tygerberg, Bellville en Stellenberg op die pawiljoen en die atletiekbaan mekaardie strydaangesê het
Stellenberg hetvanjaar vir die vierde agtereenvolgende jaar die atletiek gewen terwyl DF Akademie koning gekraai het op die pawiljoen deur beide die “flashes”- en geesbeker op te raap.
Yolandé Havinga, hoof vandie HoërskoolStellenberg,het gesê die talent en toewyding van al vier skole wat deelneem —beide die leerdersenonderwysers —word by dié byeenkoms ten toon gestel. "Ons is opgewonde om vanjaar te kon wen. Die kompetisie is altyd fel, en ons prys ons mededingers omdat hulle die strydnaons toe gebring het."
Atelisha Harilal, hoof van bemarking en studentewerwing by STADIO Hoër Onderwys, het gesê die DTBS is 'n hoogtepunt op die skool- en gemeenskapskalender.
"Die toewyding en talent wat vertoon word, is 'n perfekte voorbeeld van spanwerk en gesonde kompetisieinaksie.
STADIO wens alle deelnemende skole voortgesettesukses in die jaar wat voorlê." STADIO is die hoofborgvan die DTBS.
Harilal het ná die oorhandiging
van diebekersgesê STADIO is trotsdaarop om 'n geleentheid teondersteun wataanhouom uitnemendheid beide op en langs die veld teinspireer. "Onsisweer eens herinner aan hoe kreatief Suid-Afrikasejongmense is en hoekom ons opgewonde is oor hul toekoms.Wat 'n ongelooflike vertoning van eenheid en skoolgees!Leerders,julle het jul skole en jul gemeenskap trots gemaak. "
UITSLAE
“FLASHES”:
1. DF Akademie (“Listen up!”)
2. HS Stellenberg (“Local is Lekker”)
3 HS Bellville (“Monopoly”)
4. HS Tygerberg(“Heritage”)
ATLETIEK:
1. HS Stellenberg (1 373 punte)
2. HS Bellville (1 063 punte)
3 HS Tygerberg(921punte)
4. DF Akademie (826 punte)
GEES:
1. DF Akademie
2. HS Stellenberg
3. HS Bellville
4. HS Tygerberg . Besoek www.tygerburger.co.zavir video's vandie “flashes” en foto's. KykVrydaguit virdie spesialeDTBS e-koerantop TygerBurger se webblad. DTBS WEER VANJAAR
DF Akademie se gelukbringer wens sy span sterkte toebySaterdagsejaarlikseDTBS”flashes”watbydie DHL-stadion gehou is.DFhet op die pawiljoen skoonskip gemaak.
se“flashes”uitgevoerword.
Die Hoërskool Stellenbergwys by Saterdag se“flashes”by die DHL-stadion vir watter span hulle by aanstaande jaar se Wêreldbeker-rugbytoernooi gaan skree
vanjaar se DTBS-atletiekkompetisie het beïndruk.
Die Hoërskool Tygerbergseleerders apploushul skoolsevertoning by die jaarlikse “flashes”,watbydie DHL-stadion gehou was.
DF Akademie se leerders kyktoe terwyl dieskool
Die Hoërskool Bellville se vertoning tydensSaterdagse“flashes”by
Iminathi Simane (Stellenberg)wen die hoogspring vir seunso.14met‘n hoogte van1.60m
Johanaid George (Bellville)wen die 3000 mvir seuns o.17.
Kelsey Sampson(Tygerberg) het die 200 mvir meisies o.17 gewen.
Jaiden Opperman (Bellville)wen die 3000 mvir seuns o.19
Dit was‘nnaelbytstryd in die100 mvir seuns o.19.Jude Bailey (Tygerberg) hetsyneus net-net voor Ethan vanBiljon (Stellenberg) oor die lyngekry
Teenagepregnanciesontherise
City Health reported 1230 pregnant teenagers under 18 accessedantenatal care at CityHealth facilities last year, representinga 1,2% increase from the previous year
Atotal of 22 097 women sought basic antenatal services from City facilities last year.
The figures were released last week, observed as Pregnancy AwarenessWeek. City Health emphasised that support and medicalcare remains available to all pregnant women regardless of age.
“This increase in teenage pregnancies forms part of atrend that hasbeen observed over the past few years. These pregnancies can be at higher risk for medical complications and have a significant socioeconomic impact for both the mothers and their families,”said
CITY SEES1,2%INCREASEIN PREGNANT TEENS AT CLINICS
Mayco memberfor community services andhealth, Francine Higham.
TheCityhas responded by expanding adolescentand youth-friendly services at health facilities to encourage sexually active teenagers to access contraceptive services before unplanned pregnancies occur.
“There are several contraceptive choices available at all clinics, andclientsof allages can askabout anddiscuss their optionswithahealthcare professional,” Higham added.
EARLYCARESHOWINGIMPROVEMENT
Despite the rise in teenage pregnancies, City Healthhas recordedpositive trends in otherareas of maternalcare
Over the pastthree years, there has been aslight reductioninpregnant women presenting for their first antenatal care visit after20weeks of pregnancy. Health officials describe this as an encouraging development, as early antenatalbooking before the 20-week mark significantly improves the chancesofa smooth pregnancy with successful outcomes.
During antenatalvisits, clinicians monitorcrucial health indicators including blood pressure, urine levels,maternal weight anduterine measurements to detectpotential complicationsearly.
COMPREHENSIVECAREAPPROACH
City Health is promoting aholistic approachtopregnancy care thatextends beyond medical check-ups. Expecting mothers areadvised to maintain
healthy eatinghabitsand avoid harmful substances like tobacco and alcohol that can affect foetal development.
Mental health support has also been identified as apriority, with research indicating that poor mental health during pregnancy can have lasting impactson both mother andchild. “Pregnant women should accesssupport if needed, whether in theircommunities andown support networks or throughprofessional care,” health officials recommend.
The City also encourages discussion of HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and postpartum contraceptiveoptions during clinical visits, with healthcare professionals providingtailored advice basedonindividual circumstances Partners of expecting women are also
encouraged to attend antenatal visits where possible to provide additional support
ACCESSANDBOOKING
Residentscan register for basic antenatal care at theirnearest City Health facility as soon as pregnancy is confirmed. Online booking is available through the Healthcare Appointment System online. Expecting mothers can also contact their local facility directly for appointments and information.
City Health operates numerous clinics across the metro, providing free antenatal care as part of the publichealthcare system.
TheCityhas expanded adolescentand youth-friendly services at health facilities to encourage sexually active teenagers to access contraceptiveservices before unplanned pregnancies occur.
City Health reports 1230 pregnant teenagers under 18 accessed antenatal care last year,representinga 1,2% increase from the previous year
THINKING OUTLOUD
Your wallet determines your medical care
Irecently found myself in asituation where life hung in the balance. Someone Icared about needed immediate medical attention. In amoment, driven by fear and desperation, we rushed to the nearest hospital,aprivate institution
We had no medical aid. We knew the odds were against us. Still, when death feels close, logic takes aback seat. Walkinginto thereceptionarea, Iexplained that this was amedical emergency.
In that moment, Ibecame acutely aware of an invisibleline that divides peoplein medical crises: those whose medicalaid opensdoors, and those whose suffering must first be assessed against abalance sheet.
The receptionist calmlyexplained thataconsultation with adoctor andanelectrocardiogram, anoninvasive,painless testtomeasure the heart's electrical activity, would cost approximately R10000. This amount, Iwas told,had to be paid upfront,before anyone would even assess thepatient.
We left and went to aprivategeneral practitioner (GP), who then assessed and referred us to astate hospital.
But the divide becomes even clearer in astate hospital. Time stretches endlessly Hours pass while pain deepens. Wards aresoovercrowded that patients lieon floors, bodies against walls and hardened benches.
Doctors movefrom bed to bed, visibly exhausted, some having missed lunch, others nearing the end of impossiblylong shifts
They treateveryone: stab wounds, psychiatricpatients, the chronically ill under one strained roof, all hoping their names will be called next.
Here, "non–code red" patients wait more than twelve hours, sometimeslonger, learning thehard waythat urgency is relative when resources are scarce.
Security guards, hardened by constant chaos, enforce order with little patience or compassion, as though authority is the only thing keeping the system from collapse.
This is not astory about individual failure. It is about systemic inequality
In theory, healthcare is ahumanright. In practice, it is aprivilege.One that mirrors our economic divides.
Private hospitals boast efficiency, comfort, and immediacy, but only for those who can afford it
Public hospitals carrythe weight ofthe majority, underfunded and overwhelmed, relying on overworked stafftohold together asystemthat is quietly failing
The most disturbingtruth ishow normalised this has become. We expect state hospitals to be chaotic.Weexcuse the long waits.
We acceptthat suffering will be prolonged if you cannot afford it.
Until we confront the reality that access to timely, dignified medical care depends largely on financial status, these divides will continue to widen.
The sad truth is that in moments of emergencies and desperation, survival in our healthcare system often comes down to what you can afford, not how urgently you need help.
-KAYLYNNEBANTOM
Gymclosuresparksanger
Iwanttoexpress my deep disappointment,frustration,and concern regardingthe decision to closeVirgin Active RedParow
This facility hasbeen morethanjustagym. For manyofus, it has been aconsistent, welcoming, and accessiblespace that allowedustoprioritiseour healthwithoutthe excessivecosts associatedwith premium facilities. Virgin ActiveRed Parowhas always been busy, well-utilised, andsupported by aloyal membership base,which makes the decision to closeit particularlydifficult to understand.
Theexplanation that the club cannotberevamped to align withVirgin Active’s“premium vision” is deeply concerning.The realityisthatthe members of this club didnot want or need theseadditions. That is precisely whywechose Virgin ActiveRed. It demonstrated that movement,health, andwellbeingdonot need to be luxuriesreservedfor those who canaffordsignificantly higherfees
By closing this facilitybecauseitcannotbeconverted intoamoreexpensiveoffering, the message being sent is that affordabilityand accessibilityare secondarytoprofit.Thisdecision disproportionately
affects loyalmembers who areonstrict budgets but remain committedtotheir health. Many members will simplynolongerbeabletoaffordagym at all, which undermines the very principles of health andwellbeing that Virgin Activeclaims to promote. Whilemembers arebeingoffered the option to transfer to amoreexpensiveclubfromSeptember, this stillrepresents an increase of nearlyR200 per month —anamount that is simplynot feasiblefor many. Furthermore, those who choose nottotransfer areeffectivelypenalised by having to immediatelypay alternativegym fees elsewhere.This places members in an unfair andforcedposition
Foroveradecade,thisgym hasservedasa safe,inclusivespace forthe communityinthis area.Its closure represents notjustthe loss of afacility, but the loss of aculturethatprioritised health without financialexclusion.The decision feelsshort-sighted and, frankly, dismissiveofthe loyalclientele who supported Virgin ActiveRed Parowpreciselybecauseitwas different Accessibilityshouldnot be sacrificed in the pursuit of premium branding.
FRUSTRATED,Parow
Bejaarde ontvang ‘genade’van jong vakmanne
Redelik gereeldlees onsindie TygerBurger se briewekolomvan goedhartigeSamaritanewat bereid is om hul harteenbeursies oop te maak vir oënskynlik senior burgers watmoontlik net eenmalig of een keer per maand'nversnapering of sakkie negosieware kan bekostig.
As pensioentrekker wasekdie afgelope week aan die ontvangkantvan drie goeie Samaritane se goeie dade "Janu-worrie"het onsbeursies ook maar leeg gelaat,maar ek moesnoodgedwonge onsvoertuig se wielsporingenbande laat nasien, watektelank uitgestel het.Ekvra toerondenwordverwysna‘n onderneming in Willowbridgewat wielsporing doen. Twee aangename en uitersbekwame jong manne wasmybehulpsaam en toedie bedrag vir die wielsporinggenoem word,het ek my oë toegeknyp.Ekwas egteruiters beindruk metdie regstelenherstel van die voertuig deur die vakmanne.Met die betaalslag ader die tw thul bestuurder komt
Public drinking and disorder on Chenoweth
As Durbanville business owners, my husband and Iare increasingly concerned about the growingdisorder outside abottlestore on Chenoweth Street
Largegroupsofmen –both homeless individuals and workers–regularlygather theretodrinkonthe pavements.This bottlestore appears to attractstreet peopleand after-work drinkers who consume alcohol immediately outside the premises.
On weekends especially,the crowds become disruptive.Brokenbottles, shouting, public urination,and even defecation have become common. Pavements areoften littered with glass, andmanyshoppers have experienced harassment from intoxicated individuals.
This behaviour degrades theneighbourhood and harms localbusinessestryingtomaintain aclean, welcomingenvironment.
Despiteongoingcomplaints, law enforcement presence remains minimal.Publicdrinking, urination, and nuisance behaviourare offencesunder Cape Town’s by-laws, yetlittleaction is taken.
Durbanville residents should not have to accept this levelofdisorder.Itistime forthe communityand our Ward councillortointervene andrestoresafetytothe area
JUSTINE PERRY, Durbanville
on Okavango Road at Cape GateonWednesday morning, 4January
It’sa dailystruggle…motorists driving, some speeding, down the yellow lane whilethe rest of us law-abidingdriverspatientlycrawl to ourdestination. Some do it under the pretenceofturning left at the next robot,evenifthe next robot is 500m away,only to shoot straightoverthe intersection from the left turning lane
Othersmakethe left turn, but shoot through the hospital andshopping centre’sparking areastojoin Okavangoagain further up the road. What theydon’t realise–ormaybe they’re justtoo selfish to care –isthey’re makeanexisting trafficjam even worse. Thesemotorists maketaxidrivers look like angels
TheCityofficialinbluemade my day. Ihope we see youtakeonthis lawless behaviour on Okavango more often. ESTHER,LangebergRidge
AGENDAVIR HADEDA-TAKVERGADERING: Wievan ons gaan vandagdie buurt wakker skree? FOTO:CECILIA HUME
Provincefeelsdroughtpressure
KAILINDANIELS
KAILIN.DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA
Premier Alan Winde recently convened the Western Cape Government’s Integrated Energy and Water Council in arenewed effort to address critical water security challenges facing the province
The meeting brought together provincial Cabinetmembers, mayors, municipal managers and key stakeholders,marking acoordinated push to strengthen the resilience of the WesternCape’s energy and water systems.
Toppingthe agenda were escalating water securitychallenges being experienced by multiple municipalities amid ongoing drought conditions.
Winde highlighted the seriousness of the situation, urging council members to maintain momentum in strengthening governance, coordination and oversight across the province.
“Where municipalities require assistance, we must step in,” Winde said, reinforcingthe importance of collaboration between provincial, national andlocal government.
DISASTERDECLARATIONREQUESTED
On 22 January 2026, theWestern Cape Government’s Cabinet formally requested aprovincial disaster declarationfrom the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC).
The declaration, which is expected to be approved, would unlock access to emergency funding and resources, significantly enhancing the province’s ability to respond to water-related risks and support water-stressed municipalities.
The council also revisited the Western Cape Water Resilience Strategy, launched in October 2025,which Winde describedas
both an “immediate andlong-term plan”
The strategy focuses on fourkey pillars:
. Water conservation anddemand management
.Water augmentation
.Infrastructure development .Governance
Rapid population growth, climate change andincreasing demand were cited as key pressures on water resources.
Municipalities across the Western Cape, excludingCape Town,are expected to investanestimated R844 million overthe next two years to maintain andupgrade water infrastructure. Cape Town has independent plansinplace, including desalinationinitiatives.
Inaddition, the provincial government will investmore thanR2billion into bulk water infrastructure projectsinthe medium term, aligned with the Water Resilience Strategy and the province’s 15yearwaterdemandplan.
SUPPORTFORWATER-STRESSEDTOWNS
Winde said GardenRoute town Knysna is recovering from recent water stress following the declaration of alocal state of disaster. “Our engineers have beenthere helping with national, provincial andlocal government, making sure that we mitigate this risk becausewecannothave atown run outofwater,”hesaid.
He added that several Garden Route andKaroo municipalities continue to experience highlevels of water stress.
CAPETOWNWATERUSEEXCEEDSDAILYTARGET
Meanwhile,Cape Town residents have been urged to urgently reducewater consumption after daily usage once again exceeded the City’s target of 975 million
Provinceclamps down on FMD
The Western CapeGovernment Cabinet received an update on Wednesday on measures being implemented to manage foot-and-mouthdisease (FMD), with officials confirming the outbreak remains contained within the province.
The briefing, delivered during the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 4February, outlined ongoing efforts by provincial authorities and agricultural stakeholders to protect the livestock industry and safeguard rural livelihoods
Western CapeVeterinary Services confirmed an FMD outbreak in November last year on afarm near Gouda, prompting immediate containment measures.
The affected property, along with two additional properties in the Velddrif and Bredasdorp areas, from which cattle are believed to havebeen moved to the Gouda farm, have been placed under quarantine.
COMPREHENSIVERESPONSE
Authorities have implemented extensive containment protocols, including the quarantine of all properties with cloven-hoofed animalswithin a10kmradius of the affected area.
Veterinary teams have conducted thorough inspections while epidemiological tracing has been carried out to track potential transmission routes. Roadblocks and inspection points havebeen established to monitor and regulate livestock movement into
and withinthe province. The response represents a coordinated effort between the provincialgovernment, AgriWestern Cape, and affected municipalities. FMD, whilstposing no risk to humans, ishighly contagious amongcloven-hoofed animals including cattle, sheep, goats, andpigs.
The virus spreads through direct animal contact or indirectly via contaminated vehicles, equipment,clothing, or feed.
Cabinet hasendorsed continued collaborationwith neighbouring provinces and thenational Department of Agriculture'sFMD TaskTeam, which coordinates nationwide efforts to controland ultimately eradicate thedisease within the next decade.
COLLECTIVEACTION
Premier AlanWinde emphasised the importance of collective action.
"We must continue to work together, utilising allmeasures we haveatour disposal to eradicate FMD," Winde said.
Provincialagriculture minister Dr Ivan Meyer stated that protecting the Western Cape'slivestock sector remainedthe "foremost priority", whilst mobility minister Isaac Sileku announced intensified inspections atprovincial entry points, describing livestock movement as "oneofthe highest risk pathways for spreading the virus".
litres of water per day (MLD).
Cape Town’s dam storage levels currently stand at 62.2%,which must last until thenext seasonalrainfall cycle. Daily wateruse has peaked at 1062MLD, placing additional pressure on the City’s supply system.
Lower-than-average rainfall last year resulted in reduced inflows intodams. While taps are notatrisk of running dry at this stage,continued high consumption couldrapidly change the situation and lead to water restrictions if usage is not broughtdown urgently.
RECENTWATERUSAGETRENDS
Accordingtothe City’s weekly water dashboard, daily consumption has remainedconsistently above target:
.10 December 2025 –1029MLD
.15 December 2025 –1029MLD
.22 December 2025 –1039MLD
.29 December 2025 –1010MLD
.5January 2026 –1 048MLD
.12 January 2026 –1 037MLD
.19 January 2026 –1 050MLD
“Water usage this past week has unfortunatelypeaked, so we are 87 million litres aday overour target. Team Cape Town,weneed all hands on deck to help bring our collective use down,” said theCity’s Maycomember for water and sanitation, Zahid Badroodien.
CITYSTEPSUPPROTECTIONOFWATERSUPPLY
Badroodiensaid the City is implementing multiple measures to protect and build a resilient watersupply, including repairing pipe bursts, fixingleaksand upgrading ageing infrastructure.
“Since thedrought, the City has invested heavily in replacingold pipes, improving
pressure management, strengthening metering and fixing leaks faster,” he said. In the long term, Cape Town plans to reduce reliance on rain-fed dams by adding new water sources such as desalination and water reuse from 2031.
WATERINSPECTORSENFORCEBY-LAWS
Throughout the summer season, the City’s Water Inspectorate has increased inspections to enforce the Water By-law and deter excessive water use.
During December 2025 and January 2026, inspectors visited areas including Sandown, Parklands, Bergvliet, Brackenfell South, Somerset West,Tokai, MonteVista, Heathfield, Gordons Bay and Ottery. Inspections focus on water wastage, leaks, illegal connections, permanent restrictions on hosing and construction activities, and swimming pool covers. Transgressors may receive spot fines ranging from R1 500 to R5 000. Further inspections are planned in Uitzicht,Westlake Business Park, Parow Industrial, Plumstead, Goodwood, Constantia, Table View and several shopping centres.
PUBLICURGEDTOSAVEWATER
Residents, businesses and farmersacross the Western Cape have been urged to intensify water-saving efforts. “Ultimately, we must use water responsibly yearround, not only during times of crisis,” Winde said.
Badroodien echoed the call: “Cape Town, we are in thistogether. We have done it before and Iamconfident we can do it again. Let’s work together to reduce nonessential water use and remain below the 975 million litres per day target.”
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Ubuntutakescentre stageatArtscape
Ina worldincreasinglydivided by powerand politics,acclaimed cultural storytellerElvis Sibeko presents TheKingdom of Ubuntu –a timely Afro-epic that asks what trulyholds us together Opening at Artscape OperaHouseonFriday6 andSaturday7 March at 19:30,thissemi-staged production promisesa cinematic musicalexperience placingunity andshared humanityatits centre Created, written, directed and composedby Sibeko, theproduction bringstogether theCape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, the SiboneloDance Project,the AfriArts Choir, and–for thefirst time –an indigenous orchestraled by EmeritusProfessor DizuPlaatjies
"Ubuntu is not aslogan. It is aresponsibility," said Sibeko. "In aworld obsessed with power, The KingdomofUbuntu asks whether leadership canstill be rooted in compassion, memoryand servicetothe collective."
MUSICALTRADITIONSUNITE
Theproduction features aprofound musical conversation whereWestern orchestral traditions meet ancientAfrican soundworlds. Thecinematic score incorporates indigenous instruments, ritual sound andembodied rhythm,dissolving culturalborders. Drawingfromall of South Africa's official languages, including Sanlanguages,and incorporating sign language,the concertensures voiceand meaning transcend words. Each cultureishonoured through sound, movement,costume andregalia,creating a grandvisualand sonictapestry
Set in amythicalAfrican kingdom, diverseclans live in harmonyuntil an exiled heir returns to challengethe throne.The storyunfolds throughmusic, ritual andmovement,askingwhether thekingdom willchoose domination or Ubuntu. "Tobring together twojuxtaposedorchestrasonone stage is not onlyacelebrationofmusic,but of unity and heritage,"saidPlaatjies
THEKINGDOM OF UBUNTU BLENDS ORCHESTRALAND INDIGENOUS SOUND
DF Akademie het op Saterdag 24 Januarie stewige kompetisie ondervind toe Stellenberg hom vir 'n 50-boulbeurt krieketwedstrydbesoek het. Die gasspan, bekend vir sy sterk krieketkultuur,het dieloot gewenenverkiesomeerste te kolf.
DF se boulspanne het goed gevaar en Stellenbergvir 'n hanteerbare 171 lopies almal uitgeboul.
Tiaan Engelbrecht was die uitblinker-bouler virdie tuisspan met 4paaltjies vir 35 lopies, terwyl Justin van Rensburgdrie paaltjiesvir 45 lopies geneemhet.
DF se gejag het egter vroeg onder druk gekom toe hulle
paaltjies verloorengesukkel het om momentumop te bou
Ten spyte van 'n dapper prestasie deur Van Rensburg, wat71lopies (nieuit nie) geslaan het, is die tuisspan in die 33ste boulbeurt almal uitgeboul vir ‘n totale123 lopies.
Stellenberghet uiteindelik met 48 lopies geseëvierinwat 'n waardevolle toets vir albei spannewas.
Volgens DF Akademie was dit 'nuitstekende geleentheid om die gehalte vanhul spelteen 'n gerespekteerde opponent te meet, en hulle spreek trots uitophul spelerswat hulharteuitgespeel het
Durvanville enCurrowen
SARELBURGER
Die Hoërskool Durbanville en Curro Durbanvilleseo.19Akrieketspanne het metoorwinningshulle vandeesweek aangesluit by Stellenberg in die halfeindronde van die Tygerbergstreek se Sammy Bloch-uiklopkompetisie.
HS Durbanville sal in die komende halfeindronde tuisteen Curro speel, maar Stellenberg wag nog vir die wenner van die kwarteindwedstryd tussen Edgemead en HS Bellville.
Curro(111/1) se A. van der Westhuizen (52*), Landseer Collen (4/19)enhul makkers het maklik klaargespeel met HS Tygerberg (110), terwyl dieDurbies (133/7 in 25 bbe.) met ‘n goeie spanpoging Milnerton (116) in diekwarteindronde vasgevat het. Michael Bloemetjie(54*) het nie genoegsame steun van sy Milnertonspanmaats gekry nie Fairmont en De Kuilen het uiteenlopende oorwinnings in dieafgelopeweek se
eerstespan-wedstryde behaal.
Die Kuile hetParow vir net 31 lopies uitgeboenderomuiteindelik metnege paaltjiesteseëvier, maar Fairmont(115/9) het deurgeskraap met‘neenpaaltjieoorwinning oor Khayelitsha (114). Die oorwinningwas grootliks te danke aan die boulwerk van Cayden Kolbes (7/26). In die o.15A-liga hetDylan Barnes(83) ‘n vernamerol gespeel in Milnerton(215/3) se weghol-oorwinning van 150 lopies oor Brackenfell De Kuilen se Joshua Wollmer (6/10) waspragtigopstryk metdie bal in die kolfploeterende kragmeting teen Curro Durbanville (33) om sy spanmet 20 lopies telaat wen.
