TygerBurger | Brackenfell | E-edition | 24 June 2026
THURSDAY25JUNE
. TheR5BookSaleatthe DurbanvilleChildren’s Homewilltakeplace on Thursday 25 June and Friday 26 June from 09:00to15:00and Saturday 27 June from 09:00 till13:00atthe receptionarea. CD’s, DVD’s, booksincluding children’sbooks and coffee-tablebooks,willbeonsale. Bring ownbagsorboxes. Card facilities areavailable
FRIDAY26JUNE
. TheFriendsofDurbanville Librarywillholdtheir usualmonth-end booksaleinthe libraryhallon Friday 26 June and Saturday 27 June
Thesalewillbepresented on Fridayfrom09:00 to 16:00and on Saturdayfrom09:00 to 12:00.Book donationscan be droppedoff at the libraryduring the week. Phone 083306 0594 with enquiries
. As thewinter chill settlesoverthe Cape,the Alta du Toit CentreinBoston, Bellville,isset to warm heartsand bellies with itsWinterGiftMarket,running from 26 June to 5July. Situatedat80Lincoln Street the marketwillfeature over 90 craftstalls, offering awonderful selectionfor shopperslooking forthat perfect winterfind.The Alta Café willbeonhand to keep visitors nourished with homemade daily meals, including traditional basaar poeding, warm pancake and hearty wintersoups.Cardfacilitiesare available on site.The marketwillbeopen on weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00,and Saturdaysand Sundays from 10:00 to 15:00.ContactLionelDreyeron084 504 0493 formoreinformation, call 072168 1716,orsend e-mail to donation@altadutoit.org.za
FRIDAY27JUNE
. TheCenturyCityWinter Night Market transforms Century Cityintoaglowing winter escape filledwith live music,gourmetcomfortfood, artisanstalls and a very cosy atmosphere.The market runs from 16:00to 21:00 at IntakaIsland
. Geziggies-kleuterskoolinUitzicht, Durbanville, nooi alle oud-leerders vir koek en teetussen 09:00 en 12:00 terviering vandie skoolse25stebestaansjaar.Almalwat tussen 2001 en 2025 'n leerder by Geziggies was, maar veraldie oudleerderswat nou al grootmense is,iswelkom. RSVP by www.geziggies co.za
. Visitors to the Vineyard Thrift Market at Hillcrest Wine Estate on Saturday 27 June areencouragedto bring abag of dog or catfoodtosupport CherylLyn's Rescue Organisation(CRO).The organisation currently caresfor around 170dogs, as well as severalcats, and relies on communitysupport to helpfeed and care forthe animals. Adedicated donation collection pointwillbeavailable at the market,making it easy forvisitors to contributewhile enjoying aday of thrift shopping,food, wine and family-friendlyentertainment.The market takesplace from 09:30to15:30 Call 082770 2667 formoreinformation.
WOENSDAG15JULIE
. Die TygerbergTuin- en Blommeklub biedsyjaarliksesop-en-sjerriedagaan.Die sprekersisRochelle Marchesini (demonstrasie: DancingFantasy)enAviwe Nadine Homani (Polyphagous ShotHoleBorer). Die tema vandie blommekunskompetisie is pret met rottang.Kaartjies is reeds beskikbaarenmoetteen 30 Junie gekoop word.Kontak BeatrixLambert-Bestbier by 082873 9864 vir meerinligting
FRIDAY17JULY
. Blessa Baby is inviting everybodytomaketheir 67 minutesmatteronMandelaDay by bringing hope to vulnerablemothers and their newbornbabies. Theevent is being presented on Friday17July. Volunteerswillbepacking Bags of Hope forfamiliesinneed to help givea newborna beautifulbeginning in life
Thosewho cannot attend the event,can still contributebydonating baby essentialssuch as clothing (0 to 3months, and 3to6months), nappies,blankets, soap,petroleum jelly(100ml)and toothbrush sets. They canalsodonateR67 or moreincash to contribute. Booking is essential and spaces arelimited. Visit https://www.quicket.co.za/events/379767bless-a-baby-mandela-day/#/ to book your spotand formoreinformation.
MONDAY29JULY
. AC Scouting willbehosting aSoccerClinicfrom Monday29June to Wednesday1 JulyinGoodwood. Theclinic willprovide three days of structured, age-appropriatefootballtrainingfocused on technicaldevelopment,ballmastery, game understanding, andcreatingapositivelearning environmentfor young players.The clinicwillbetaking placeatthe Goodwood Sports Club at 54 MiltonRoad, Goodwood. Training starts at 09:00, endingat12:00.Tobuy ticketsand formoredetails e-mail info@acscouting. co.zaorvisit www.acscouting.co.za
FRIDAY31JULY
. TheCenturyCityWinter Night Market transforms Century Cityintoaglowing winter escape filledwith live music, gourmet comfortfood, artisanstalls and a very cosy atmosphere.The marketrunsfrom16:00 to 21:00 at Intaka Island
Gunmenrob elderlywoman
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Anelderly womanwas overpowered by two armed men in herFerndale homeinBrackenfell last week in aterrifying homerobbery that lefther severely traumatised.
Accordingtoreliable sources, the incident occurred at approximately 14:30 on Wednesdayafternoon when the suspectsforcedentry into thehouse on thecornerofOld PaarlRoad and Ferndale Street by kicking off the burglar bars.
Once inside, they pressed her down on theground and ransacked the property for jewellery, cellphones, laptops, and other valuables
The raid was cut short when a neighbouringresident heardthe commotion and rushed to the woman’s
THEWOMAN IS SAID TO BE SEVERELYTRAUMATISED
aid. Thesuspects opened fire towards the neighbour before fleeing the scene, making theirescape down Old PaarlRoad in the direction of Bellville in aminibus taxi
Theelderly woman is said to be severely traumatised and received victimsupport counselling on Thursday morning. Brackenfell police have confirmed the incident and an investigation is underway.
ResidentsofFerndale and surrounding areas are urged to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to authorities immediately, as the possibility of further home invasions in the area cannot be ruled out.
Provinceresponds to xenophobic threats, unrest
The Western Cape Government has activatedaJoint Operations Centre (JOC) to coordinate aresponse to social unrestlinked to illegal immigration, after Premier Alan Winde convened an emergency-planning meeting.
The JOC, ledbythe Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC), brings multiple authorities, including the police, thedefence force,the Department of Home Affairs,the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and various municipalities, together to ensure a coordinated and effective response.
All role-players are working together to identify flash points anddefuse tensions, with thepolice monitoring social-media platforms for potentialthreats.
The province's responseplan is anchored in fourkey priorities: visible policing in hot spots, strengthening intelligence networks, proactive communications, and rapid mediation andengagement.
The International Relations Directorate,
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“Seeingher resiliencemade me realise how exceptionally strong she was, despite spendingher life in andout of hospitals.
In my darkest moment she became my ultimateinspiration.” Barely 11 months after surgery Fortuin wasback at Comrades, dedicating every agonising kilometre to hersister. It became the proudest race of her life: atime of 10:37, another bronze. This time her husband, Denzell, ran beside her, having stood on thesidelines the year before.
ENDURANCETHROUGHLIFE'SSEASONS
In theyearsthatfollowed parenting duties the Covid pandemic and life’s rhythms meant thattraining hours dwindled and finishtimes slowed. But Fortuin managed to beatthe final gun at everyComradessince.
Her work as aPilates instructor has become, in her words, her secret weapon. “This raceis40% physical training and 60% pure mentalfortitude. Iknow exactly how to target thedeep strength,flexibility and mobilityrequired to keep abody moving forward.
“I give glory to God for how He has designed the human body. Iamproud to be an organ donor and if asked whether I would do it again my answer would still be adefinite yes.”
RUNNINGINHERSISTER’SMEMORY
Fortuin’s sisterdied in 2018 due to further health complications. But she has never stopped running forher.
within the Department of the Premier, has also maintained regular contact with several foreign missions.
PREMIERWARNSAGAINSTESCALATION Winde expressed concern over a potential escalation, noting that several demonstrations have already been held and more are planned in the coming days. He urged organisers and demonstrators to conduct themselves peacefully: "While we respect every resident's right to protest, thismust be done within the confines of the law. We urge residentsto stand against violence. Violence in any context is completely unacceptable. We have seen how thisissue can escalate intofurther unrest. We have already had unrest and demonstrations in the Mossel Bay, Overstrand and Cape Agulhas areas. We have taken decisive steps including bolstering enforcement measures and contingency planning to avoid any further violence."
ultramarathon between Durban and Pietermaritzburgfor the 10th time on Sunday14 June.
“She remains locked in my heart,” she said. “Every single mile Iconquer on the tarmac is run in her eternal memory.” Standing at the start of her 10th Comrades, without her husband beside her for the first time in eight years, Fortuin looked inward and found her answer. She runs for life, in every sense. And with apersonal motto of “#Liv2Inspire” hopes to do just that. Her Comrades green number isn’tjust amilestone. It is atestament to faith, sacrifice, love, and the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.
CherylFortuin withher Comrades green number she received after completing the gruelling
Counterfeitgoods seizedinBellville
The police have seized counterfeit goods valued at more than R100 millionfrom aBellville shopping complexfollowing two separate operations conducted within aweek.
Bless aBaby is inviting volunteersto maketheir67minutes matter on Mandela Day by bringinghope to vulnerable mothers and their newborn babies.
The event takesplace on Friday 17 July.
TWORAIDS NET MORE THAN R100 MILLION WORTHOFFAKE BRANDED PRODUCTS AT
Volunteerswill pack Bags of Hope for families in need.
Those who cannotattend the event, can donatebaby essentials such as clothing (0 to 3months, and 3to6months), nappies, blankets, soap, petroleum jelly (100ml) and toothbrush sets. They can also donate R67 or more in cash to contribute. Booking is essential and spaces are limited. . Visithttps://www.quicket.co.za/ events/379767-bless-a-baby-mandela-day/#/ to book your spot
ActivistshotdeadinDunoon
Acommunity activist and local by-election candidate was shot dead in DunoononSaturdayevening afterspending the day helping people register to vote —a crime that has shocked her community anddrawn condemnationfromacross the political spectrum.
Sinovuyo Dyokwe, the DemocraticAlliance (DA) Ward 104by-election candidate, was on her way home from avoter registration venue when she was killed. She had dedicated the day to helping residents register —orre-register —asvoters during the first day of voter registration weekend ahead of the local government elections on4 November 2026.
ABELOVEDFIGUREIN HERCOMMUNITY
Known for her warm smile and cheerful nature, Sinovuyo had played akey role in buildingup voter participation in Dunoon, earning areputation as atrusted andhardworking community activist.
She is survived by her family, friends, and colleagues, to whom the DA has extended itsheartfelt condolences. Theparty has also arranged counselling for those closest to her.
“Thank you foryour
unwavering commitment,”the party saidina statement. “Your dedication andsacrifices will forever be remembered. Rest in peace, Sinovuyo.”
WIDESPREADCONDEMNATION
Western Cape MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, was amongthe firsttospeak out, describing the killing as “asenseless and horrific act ofviolence.”
“This is asenseless and horrific act ofviolencethathas robbed afamily of alovedone, acommunityofa dedicated activist, andour democracyof apersoncommittedtoserve her community. My deepest condolences go to Ms Dyokwe’s family, friends, colleagues, and allthosewho worked alongside her to improve conditionsin theircommunity,” Marais said.
The GOOD PartyCaucuson the City of Cape Town Council also condemned the killingin the strongest terms,callingitan attackonthe electoral process
itself.
“An assassinationtied to voter registration is an attack on the electoral process itself, and on every resident’s right to participate in it freely and without fear. Whenacandidate can be murderedonher way home from signing up voters, the threat is aimed at all of us who believe elections must be decided by ballots and notbullets,” Jonathan Cupido, GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor said.
MOTIVEUNCLEAR
Marais notedwith serious concernthattherewas speculation themurdermay be linkedtoSinovuyo’s political activitiesorher outspoken stance on crime in thearea —but cautioned againstdrawing early conclusions.
“At this stage, it would be irresponsible to speculate on the motive.However, all possible motivesmustbethoroughly investigated. Whetherthis murderwas politically motivated, linkedtoher community activism, her anti-crime advocacy, or any other criminal motive,those responsible must be identified, arrested, and successfully prosecuted,”she said.
The GOOD Party echoed this call, sayingthe investigation mustbeallowedtorun its course, while urgingSAPS to deploy its full resourcestofind those responsible andbring them before acourt without delay.
SAPSURGEDTOACT
Marais calledonthe South African Police Service(SAPS) to dedicateevery available resource to theinvestigation.
“I callonSAPS to leave no stone unturned. The perpetrators must face the full might of the law. Violence and intimidation havenoplaceinour democracy, and communities cannotbeheld hostage by criminals seeking to silence those who stand up for saferneighbourhoods,” she said.
EXTORTIONCONCERNS
INDUNOON
Marais alsoraised concern aboutongoing extortionrelatedcrime in Dunoon and surrounding communities, notingthat extortionsyndicates continue to fuelviolence, undermine economic activity, and intimidate residents, community leaders, businesses and serviceproviders.
ShecalledonSAPS to step up its anti-extortion operations in thearea through more intelligence-driven investigations, targetedenforcement and stronger collaboration with specialised units.
“Extortion syndicates thrive when they believe they can operatewithimpunity. SAPS mustcontinue to disrupt these criminal networks by identifying theirleadership structures, tracing theirfinancial activities, and ensuring that those responsible for intimidation, violence, and murder are removed from our communities,” shesaid.
REPORTCRIME
Marais also urged members of thepublic to come forward with information, warning that too manycrimes go unreported.
“Reporting remains one of the mostpowerful tools available to lawenforcement. Authorities can only act on extortion-related crimes when information is received. Toooften, murders andactsofintimidation occur because criminal activities go unreported. Anonymous reporting can save lives, disrupt criminal networks, and prevent
future extortion-related killings,” she said.
Marais confirmed she would closely monitor the progress of the investigation.
CANDIDATESAFETY MUSTBEREVIEWED
TheGOOD Party called on the Electoral Commission, the City of Cape Townand the police to urgently review the safetyof candidates, party workers and registration staff across Cape Town ahead of the November Local Government Elections. “Noperson should have to weigh theirlife against their willingness to serve,”Cupido said.
He addressed activists across the Cape Flats who wereout registering voters over the weekend: “Your work matters, and political violence cannot be allowed to silence it.”
POLICEINVESTIGATING
Police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk confirmed that the case remained open and that no arrests had been made.
“The matter is still under investigation, and thereare no new developments to report at thisstage,” van Wyk said.
Sinovuyo Dyokwe
Vansandendorings na‘nmooilushof
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Toe Theo Dippenaar in 2018 in Boekenhoutsingel in ProteaVillage, Brackenfell, ingetrek het, was die munisipale grond voor sy deur ’n neerdrukkende gesig —net sand, onkruid en dorings.
Vandag is dit ’n welige tuin waar kinders elke aand speel en vrugtebome in oorvloed staan. Dit alles is die werk van een man. “Ek het die oop stuk veld destyds een kyk gegee en virmyvrou gesê ons kannie
KINDERSSPEEL IN WELIGE TUIN EN TUSSEN VRUGTEBOME WATTHEODIPPENAAR OP MUNISIPALE GROND GEPLANT HET
Bandit spent twoyears at the Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter in Khayelitsha, waiting for afamily to choose him. Now this rescue dog has found his forever home anda meaningful new role, bringing comfort and companionship to adults experiencing homelessness.
Bandit arrived at the shelter asa tiny puppy alongsidehis motherand siblings after their owners were no longer able to care for them financially.While his siblings and even his mother were quickly adopted, Bandit remained at the shelter, waiting patiently for his chance atahappy ending That opportunity came when the Night Shelter in Somerset West approached Mdzananda in search of anew therapy pet. The shelterhad previously caredfor two belovedresident dogs who hadbothpassed away duetoold age, and hoped to find a new companion to bring joyand emotional support to the adults living there.
Mdzananda staff accompanied Bandit on ameet-and-greet visit to the shelter. Although initially wary of hisnew surroundings, Bandit soon began exploring, greeting residents, and making new friends.
“He soon snuggled up withsomeone,lay down,and madehimself at home,”says Marcelle du Plessis, spokesperson for Mdzananda. “Bandit has been at the Night Shelter for two weeks and it issafe to say he is happyasever. He has not only found his forever home, but he hastruly found his purpose in life, bringingjoy to people who havefallen on difficulttimes.”
Bandit now enjoysall the comfortsof home, including twobeds of his own, plenty of toys, nutritious food and treats, and most importantly, endless affection
ABANDONED PUPPY GETS NEW PURPOSE AS THERAPYPET AT NIGHT SHELTER IN SOMERSETWEST
from the adults at the shelter. He spends his days playing, cuddling, andoffering companionship to residents.
“We are truly happy with this successful homing and can onlywish for the same happy endings for all ourdogs and cats up foradoption,” says Samantha Mann, general manager at Mdzananda
MANYANIMALSSTILLWAITINGFORHOMES
While Bandit’s story hasa heartwarming ending,manyother animals at Mdzananda arestillwaitingfor homes. Theshelter is currently at capacity, caring for numerous puppies,adult dogs, kittens andcats in need of loving families.
MEETANDGREET
Those interested in adopting, fostering, or arrangingameet-and-greet withan animal can contact Mdzananda’s adoptions manager, Chantel, at adoptions@ mdzananda.co.zaor060 709 2694.
Prospective adopters can also attendone of Mdzananda’s weekly adoption days: . SaturdaysatPetworld Cape Gate, Brackenfell . Saturdays and Sundays at Petworld Somerset West Alladoption days takeplacefrom 10:00 to 14:00.
. Visitwww.mdzananda.co.za or emailinfo@ mdzananda.co.za.
Bandit
Bandit making newfriendsatthe Night Shelter. Bandit enjoying atreat on his newbed.
Potjiekosandalessoninunity
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Aspirit of togetherness filledGoliathPark informal settlementon Youth Day as local NPOShirley’s Giving Hands brought 150 children together for aday of celebration, education,and good food.
The day centred around apotjiekos competitionthat proved to be asmuch about teamwork as it was about cooking.
HANDSONEXPERIENCE
The children were divided into four groups, each tasked with preparing their own pot, turning the event into ahands-on lesson in collaborationand unity, themes that lay at the very heart of the day’s programme.
Beyond the cooking, the celebration featured ajumping castle, gifts, and a festive atmospherethat keptthe energy high throughout the day.
“But at the core of the event was a more meaningful objective to educate the children about the historyofYouthDay in SouthAfrica,” says Lecille Poolfrom the NPO.
WHATISYOUTHDAY
Youth Day, commemorated annually on 16 June,marksone of the mostdefining moments in South Africa’s history. On this dayin1976, thousands of blackschool children in Soweto took to the streets to protest against the apartheid government’s directive that Afrikaansbeused as a medium of instruction in blackschools.
The march was metwith brutal force by police, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of young people, with 13-year-old Hector Pieterson amongthe first to fall.
Today, Youth Dayhonours the courage of those youngheroes andcelebrates the role of South Africa’s youth in shapingthe nation’s future.
Pooltold TygerBurger that it was surprisingtodiscoverjust howmanyof the children were unfamiliar with the significance of 16 June andthe events that shaped it.
“The dayprovided an opportunityto fill thatgap in away thatwas engaging, memorable andage-appropriate, with unityservingasthe guiding theme throughout.Wehad alovely day withthe children discussingunity andhow much
NON-PROFIT CELEBRATES YOUTH DAYININFORMAL SETTLEMENT BY COOKING UP UNITY
can be achievedwhenthe youth work together,” says Pool “Thechildren were so excited.”
THANKSTOSPONSORS
The successofthe day would not have been possible without the generosity of theevent’s sponsors, whowere formally acknowledged andthankedbyPool on behalfofShirley’sGiving Hands.
“It was aday thatreminded both young and old alikethatthe spiritofSouth Africa’s youth is very much alive, and that when they come together, great things are possible.”
Kraaifontein librarywants teen content creators
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Teenagers with aflair for creativity and a love of libraries are being called uponto step in front of the camera and make their voices heard, as the KraaifonteinLibrary launches its Teen LibraryAmbassador Competition.
Theinitiative, which invites young people to represent theKraaifontein
Library, challengesteens to produce a 30-second video on oneoffourthemes —the love of reading, what they love abouttheir library, aprogramme at their locallibrary, or librarianship as acareer choice.
It is acompetitionthatisasmuch about self-expression andsocial skills as it is aboutlibraries, with the tagline “Show YourSocialSkills andShine” leavinglittle
doubt aboutwhat the library hopes to drawout of its community’s youth.
“Thecompetition speaks to abroader effort by libraries to remain relevant and engaging to youngergenerations, using thelanguage of social media and content creation to spark interest in reading, community resources, andeven careers in librarianship,” states the library.
By askingteens to create short-form
videos —aformat deeply familiar to today’s youth —the Kraaifontein Library is meeting young people where they are.
Thewinner will walk away with an R800 vlogging hamper, aprize that underscores the competition’scelebration of digital creativity alongside alove of books. . Entries closeonJuly17. Teenscan submit their videosvia theKraaifonteinLibrary’s Facebook page
Lecille Pool treats the children to well-deserved snacksafter aday of cooking.
Staffaccommodationneedsrepair
The 12 residents withsevere spinal cord injuries at Huis Andries Olivier (HAO), the AndriesOlivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre, depend on carers every day for the most basic tasks of life.
From getting out of bed in the morning to personal care, dressing, feeding, transfers, mobilityassistance, medication management,and emergency support, these dedicated carers make independent living possible for people who would otherwise require institutional care. However, the accommodation used by these carers is in urgent need ofrepair work.
URGENTSTRUCTURALREPAIRS
The centre is now appealing to members of the public, businesses, suppliers, contractors, and community organisations for assistance with urgent structural repairs to its staff quarters, estimated to cost R180 000.
Recent structural concerns, including visible floor settlement, cracking, and movement within thebuilding, prompted the centretoseek professional assistance. Acomprehensivestructural engineer's report has since confirmed that remedial works are required to restore the building's stability and ensureits continued safe use.
ESSENTIALPART
The staff quarters formanessential part of thecentre's support infrastructure, says Terence Moore, chair of HAO.
“Without carers, many of Huis Andries Olivier's residents would be unableto maintain the level of independence and quality of lifethey currently enjoy
“The carers are the backbone of our facility.They provide the support that enable our residents to live with dignity, purpose, and as much independence as possible. Ensuring that they have safe and
CENTREAPPEALSTO PUBLIC FORSUPPORT IN REFURBISHING EMPLOYEE’S ON-SITE HOUSING
secure accommodation is nota luxury –it is anecessity,” says Moore
GENEROSITY
The centre has been greatly encouraged by the generosity of professionals who have already stepped forward to assist.
“Structural engineer Johan van Eeden of JVE Consulting Engineers Inc. and Charles Jewaskiewitz of Paintmaster have generously contributed their expertiseand professional time on apro bono basis to help HAO assess theextent of the damage and planthe necessary repairs.
“Basedonthe engineer's recommendationsand the preliminary Bill of Quantities, HAO is seeking to raise approximately R180 000 to undertake the urgent remedialwork,” he says.
The repairs will include structuralfloor stabilisationand repairs; foundation support corrections; wall stabilisation and crack repairs; drainage improvements; plaster restoration andfinishing; repainting andprotective coatings;general safety and preventative measures
FINALCOSTS
As withmanystructuralrepair projects, portions of thebuilding will need to be openedfor inspection during the repair process. Finalcosts may therefore vary depending on conditionsuncovered beneaththe affected floor areas.
“This appeal is notabout improving the appearance of abuilding.Itisabout safeguarding thepeople who provide essentialcare to some of the most
vulnerable members of our community,” Moore urges.
HAO is therefore appealing for assistance in any form, including:
. Financial sponsorships or donations
. Buildingmaterials
. Cement, bricks, sandand aggregate
. Reinforcing steel andconcrete products
. Paint and plaster materials
. Drywalling materials
. Paving or drainage materials
. Skilled labourorcontractor assistance
. Transport andlogistical support
RELIESONCOMMUNITYSUPPORT
As aregisterednon-profit organisation, HAO reliesheavily on community support to maintain its facilitiesand continue
providing services to persons living with severe physical disabilities.
“Every contribution, no matter the size, will help restore safe and stable accommodation for the carers who support our residentsevery day. Every rand invested in thisproject helps preserve dignity, independence, and quality of life. Alone we can do so little. Together we can make ameaningful difference,” Moore says. Further details, technical information, and the structural engineer's findings are available to interested sponsorsand donors upon request
Fornearly three decades, Rachel’s Wishes hasbeen serving vulnerable communities across the WesternCape with one simple mission: to bring dignity, comfort and hope to children and families who need it most.
“Founded after the tragic loss of our daughter, Rachel, at the age of three, our workhas grown intoalifeline formany supporting early childhood development, literacy, community upliftment and countless families facing hardship,”says Christine Adcock,founder ofRachel’s Wishes
“This MandelaDay, we areonce again running our much–loved Jarsof Hope project, and we urgently need the community’s support,” she says Eachjar contains rice, lentils, split peas,
soupmix and astock cube, providinga wholesome meal thatfeeds afamily of four.
“Thankstogenerous partners, every jarwill also be handed outwith aloaf of bread, warm children’s clothing (including jerseys,cardigansand beanies) and blankets forthe elderly, who sufferdeeply during the coldwinter months,”Adcock says.
Their firsthandoutwill be on 17 July.
“What we witness each year is heartbreaking. Families facing hunger, children with nothing warm to wear, and parents going without so their littleones caneat,”she said.
This year they will be filling 1000 jars for distribution to Kleinvlei, Bishop Lavisand Blikkiesdorp in Delft, “three
communitieswhere the needisimmense and growing”.+
“We are deeply grateful to Blue Ribbon for theirgenerous bread donation, to Anwar Jakoet, founder of AJ Foundation, for contributingrice, lentils and soup mix, and to the manyindividuals who have already stepped forward. They urgently need:
. Lentils, split peas, soup mix and stock cubes;
. Beanies andscarves;
. Blankets for theelderly;
. 1000 drinks (juice boxes or bottled water) for distribution day
“We arehappy to collect donations. Livinginthis community is ablessing. Mandela Day reminds us that even the smallestact of kindness canchange alife.
Together we can wrap our communities in warmth, nourishment and hope this winter,”Adcock concludes.
. To donateorget involved,contact Christine Adcock on 076919 9629
In frontare (from left)residents Freddie vander Walt,TerenceMooreand RosabelleRiesewith (at the back) Johan vanEeden (JVE Consulting Engineers Inc) and Charles Jewaskiewitz(Paintmaster)
Women in Blikkiesdorp in Delft received JarsofHope.
Newsafety function on City app goes live
Back whereitbelongs
Thepurposeofthe annual work is to return windblown sand to the seaand backinto circulation. Thefrontal nets at the toe of the rehabilitated duneswerelifted and the cleanaccumulatedsand was placed into thesea below thelow-watermark. Thework was performedusing an excavatorand an articulated tipper truck.
Dune rehabilitation is the most cost-effective and pragmatic approach to protect ecosystems and ecologicalinfrastructure. When fully functional, dune systems help create quality coastalspaces forall
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KORTLIKS
Raising relief thresholds
Measures through whichrates and services relief will be offeredinclude a proposed raisingofthe thresholdsfor indigentrelief. Propertiesvaluedup to R620 000 (upfromR500000)will receivea 100% rebate forwater and sanitation, whilethose valued up to R580 000 (upfromR450000)willget a100%rebatefor refuse collection
More pensioners andsocialgrant recipients also standtobenefitfromCity aid: Ratesrebates andLifelineelectricity will be availabletothose with amonthly household income of up to R27000, regardless of property value(up from R22000,and officiallySouth Africa’s
Inwoners het op 9Mei na die Wesfleur-atletiekstadion gestroom om Internasionale Brandbestrydersdag saam met die Stad se brand- en reddingsdiens te vier.Die jaarlikse byeenkoms is ’n geleentheid om erkenningte gee aan ons brandbestryders én om hullevoertuie en toerusting van nader te bekyk.
Die Stad se begroting vir 2026/27 maak voorsiening vir sowat R8,3miljardsebelasting- en diensgeldverligting vir kwalifiserende inwoners. Boonop saldie belastingop ongeveer 60% vaneiendomme hetsydaal of onveranderd bly,ondankssterk groei in eiendomswaardes in Kaapstad. GrondverskuiwingswerkisinMei uitgevoerom opgehoopte sand by verskeie van die Stad se duinrehabilitasieprojekte in Table View,Houtbaai, Witsand,
Monwabisi en Fleur Park weg te stoot. Diedoelvan dié jaarlikse werkisomskoon waaisand terug te plaas in diesee, van waar ditweerkan sirkuleer
Die Stad wil kleinskaalseontwikkelaars en grondeienaarsinuitgesoekte gebiede help om bekostigbare huurwoonstelle (ARF’s)van ’n beter gehalte op hulle grond te bou. Die deskundige spanvan die tak vir plaaslike beplanningsondersteuning staan gereed om gratis advies tebied aan diegene wat ARF’sophulle erwe wil bou. Verteenwoordigersvan die WestelikeProvinsie serugbyklubs het in April metdie Stad vergader vir die eerste in ’n reeksontmoetingsombande met die sportgemeenskapteversterk.
lowering in thepropertyrates formula (orthe ‘rate-in-rand’). ThefirstR500000 of property values will also be ratesfree (upfromR450000), whichwill applytoall homesuptoR8million (upfromR7million).
*Visit https://bit.ly/3PTgvAu for more on ratesand tariffsreliefaswellasthe averagetariffs proposed for 2026/27.
No kicksortries,just strengthening ties: In April, the City welcomed representativesfrom theWestern Province’s rugbyclubs to thefirstina series of seminars aimed at thesportingfraternity. Amongothers, club representatives were informedofthe City’s annual maintenanceplans forsporting facilities across town,facilities developmentinitiatives,lease and management agreements,and even eventpermittingprocesses This forms part of efforts to strengthen theCity’srelationship with thesportingcommunity
TheCity’smobile appnow allows residents to log certain categories of by-law transgressions and policing incidents in aclick or two
Fornow,reportscan be made in 17 categories (including metal theft, public drinking, abandoned or broken-down vehicles, problem buildings, and poaching), with moretobephasedinover time. If anincident type is not yet available for in-app reporting, you will be redirected to the PublicEmergency Communication Centreon 021 480 7700.
Benefits of beingonthe app
Theapp is data-light, and the City hopes to makeitfree-useinthe future. All reports areautomatically geolocated and routed to the relevant City department. As users tend to provide moreaccurate details via the app,including pictures,this enables afaster,more effective response.
Reports can be submitted discreetly, withoutdrawing attentiontothose logging incidents in public spaces.Basedonincidents logged withthe City, registered app users also receive alerts, helping to improve awarenessofincidents in surroundingareas.
*Get the app in the Apple App StoreorGoogle Play Store.
Click for asafer Cape Town:
TheCity’s apphas been further enhanced,creating azippier wayto notify the municipality of incidents thatrequireapolicingresponse.
Investinginlibraries,investing in opportunity
Ofthe many investments we make in the City’s public facilities– sports grounds, swimming pools, parks, community halls and more –one that means alot tome is the money we spendonour public libraries.
We have 102 libraries across the metro, and theyare among themost important public facilitieswemanage Theseare far more than simply places totakeout abook: Our librariesare where peopleget free access to the internet; where theyresearchand applyfor jobs; where children can study and makeuse oflearning support programmes
Our libraries arewellused in every single community,and library membershipacrossCape Town continuestogrow. Last year,City librariesreceived morethanseven millionvisits!
Whatreally excitesmeisthe moneyweare spending to upgrade libraries in Cape Town’slower-income communities.Every rand spentmakes ahuge difference in people’s lives by offering access to learning and
AMESSAGE FROMTHE EXECUTIVE MAYOR
work opportunities.
We arebusy witha large upgrade to the Lwandle library–alsoknownasthe Hector Petersonmemorial library–that will see the facilitydouble in size by the endof2026.InBrown’s Farm,weare refurbishing ourlibrarythatsuffered
severedamage back in 2023. The refurbished Khayelitsha library officially reopenedinJune,asdid the nearby Nazeema Isaacslibrary,where we did extensive work to the roof and ceilings,restrooms, paving and library halls.Wealso recentlyrefurbished our libraries in Woodstock, Tafelsig andLanga.
We encourageCapetonians to join theirlocal libraries. While you do nothavetobeamember to visit alibrary, membershipdoesunlock a numberofbenefits, from borrowing readingmaterial to accessing digital resources. At the endoflast year,our total library membershipstood at just over 253000.Signing up is quick and easy –you just need your ID and proof of address.
Iinvite youtomakegood use of these wonderful facilities. Be assured that we will never stop investing in stockingCity librarieswith booksand equipment, and keeping themintiptop shape.
Geordin Hill-Lewis Cape Town Mayor
Meter replacements ticking alongnicely
TheCity’swater meter replacement drive started in August 2025. By the end of June 2026, the teams will have replaced some 62 000 meters. Thebrass metersare often targeted fortheirscrap metal value, while their accuracy also declines over time. As part of the replacement project, watermeters arealso being moved to moreaccessiblelocationsoutside private propertiesfor easier reading
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TheCity means business: In April, theownersof35small businesses registeredasvendors on theCity’sdatabaseattended themunicipality’ssupplier developmentworkshop. The workshop equipped them to become suppliersofchoice in theirindustriesand grow theirventures. Topics covered included supply chainintegration, customer and market positioning, financialgrowth, and performance management.Participantswere selected and vetted viathe City’s Business Hub. Formoreabout theCity’senterprisedevelopment programmes, contactthe Business Hubonbusiness.support@ capetown.gov.zaor021 4174043. To registerfor free Business Hubcourses,gotohttps://www investcapetown.com/news-events/ business-events-in-cape-town/.
and maintenance. Additionally, new waterconnections arebeing installedfor individuallandbuyers planning development.
Wary?Not to worry– we’ll confirm
City-appointed contractor Gunning Construction and Civils is performing the work. Youwill receiveanofficial letter notifying you of yourmeter replacement.
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Die Stad se mobiele toepassing laat inwoners nou toe om sekeresoorte oortredings en voorvalle wat polisiëring vereis metdie druk van’nknoppie aan te meld.Dié oortredings sluit in metaaldiefstal, drankgebruik in die openbaar, voertuiewat agtergelaat word probleemgeboue en stropery.Verdere aanmeldingskategorieë sal mettertyd beskikbaarkom.
Diemiljoenerandewat die Stad in sy bibliotekebelê, ontsluit ’n magdom moontlikhedevir inwoners ’n Stadsbiblioteek is veelmeer as ’n plek om ’nboek uitteneem: Dit is waar mensegratis internettoegang kry, waar hulle nawerksgeleenthedekan soek en daarvoor aansoekdoen, waar kinders aan skooltakekan werkenleerondersteuning kanontvang, envele meer.Die Stad het 102 bibliotekedeurdie hele metro, en
If no one is home when the contractor visits, anote withdetails of the next scheduled visit will be left
To confirm whether the workis legitimate, use your account number to check via WhatsApp (060 018 1505), SMS (31373, ≤160 characters) or email (water@capetown.gov.za). Alternatively, verifyonline (www.capetown.gov.za/ servicerequests) or withthe City’scall
lidmaatskap is gratis
Die eienaars van 35 kleinsake wat as verskaffers op die Stad se databasis geregistreer is,het in April die munisipaliteit se werksessie vir verskaffersontwikkeling bygewoon.Die sessiehet hulle toegerus om voorkeurverskaffers op hulle gebied te word en hulle ondernemings te laat groei. DieStadseprojekomverouderde watermeters te vervanghet in Augustus 2025 begin.Teen die einde van Junie is sowat 62 000 meters reeds vervang. Terselfdertyd word meters na toegankliker plekke buite privaat eiendommeverskuif sodat dit makliker gelees en in standgehou kanword. Swaar reën in Mei het Kaapstad se damvlakke tot72,8% opgestoot,wat heelwat meer is as die 62,9% wat op die ooreenstemmende tydstip verlede jaar aangeteken is.
centre (0860 103 089).
Smart’s separate
Thesemeterreplacements areseparate from the City’stransition to smart water metering technology, also knownas ‘advancedmetering infrastructure’ (AMI). Thesemeters arebeing rolled out in phasesinselected pilot areas, with some 83 000 going in by February 2029.
TheCity has been hardatwork, maintaining and improving roads and pedestrianinfrastructureacross Area North over the past months.
In Brooklyn,footways were built along KoebergRoad, Vasco Street (between Kings Road and Da Gama Street), Dreyer Street and Kettley Way, and parking embayments wereimplemented along Poole Street (between Curlew Street and Festival Road) New manholes werealso installed in Koeberg, Ramp Bypass, Kings and Section roads to temporarily improve drainage and prevent water build-up
Work in Parklands included the construction of footways at the corner of Dorchester and Wood drives, temporary propping for stormwater manholes in St John’sWood and ParklandsMain roads, and kerb and verge repairs at 18 Wimbledon Way.
In Table View,a raised intersection and footway were built alongJanssensAvenue, and aspeedhump was installed in Pentz Drive.
Footways wereadded along Link Road (between Montague Drive and Railway Road) in Montague Gardens,while Bosmansdam and Koebergroads as well as CenturyBoulevard in Montague Gardens and Century City wereresurfaced. In Rugby,resurfacing wasdone on Da Gama and Vasco streets, Lady Anne Walk and PrincessAlice Avenue, while Zonnekus and Vogelvlei roads in the Cape Farms area weregraded. Finally,in Melkbosstrand, pedestrian road markings and signage wereimprovedatthe intersectionofOttoduPlessis and Melkbosstrand roads to enhancepedestrian safety and encourage active mobility. Old road surfaces werealso replaced, and damaged kerbs and gutters repaired. Additionally,a raised intersection will be constructed along 11th Avenue and MostertRoad, and afootway along Harold Ashwell Boulevard.
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Die Stad het onlangs drie gradeplegtighede gehou vir die eerste groep leerders in graad 6 en 7wat die munisipaliteit se program virjunior rivierbewaarders voltooi het. ’n Noodoefening in Bothasig op 6Mei het die Stad se gemeenskapsveiligheidsnetwerk op die proef gestel. Die oefening was indie vorm van’ngesimuleerdebomdreigement met ’n aktiewe verdagte op die toneel by dieAbe Shersportterrein. Buurtwagte, die distrikswag en ander veiligheidsvennote het saam met die Stad se direktoraat veiligheid en sekuriteit aan die aktiwiteit deelgeneem. Kwartaallikseoefeninge soos dié een toets gemeenskapstrukturese vermoë om flink en doeltreffend op noodgevalle te reageer.Buurtwagte en ander rolspelersuit die burgerlike samelewing bly noodsaaklikevennote gedurendeveiligheidsvoorvalle.
Altesaam R61 miljoen is belê in die opknapping van die atletiekbane in Wesfleur
Bigday for first junior river wardens
City’s first group of junior river wardens trainedand readytomakeadifference
The City recently held three graduationceremoniesin recognitionofthe first group of Grade6 and7learnerswho had completedthe municipality’s junior river wardens programme. Theceremonies were heldat Floreat, Ysterplaat and Red Riverprimary schools. Some of the graduateswillnow move on to Nature Connect’sprestigious programmefor conservation leaderstocontinuetheir growth throughtoGrade 12
Taught to tend ourrivers
Thejuniorriver wardensprogramme waslaunchedin 2025 to bridge the gap betweenclassroom learning and real-world conservation.Learnerstake part in practicalactivitiestomonitor
river health andbiodiversity. In this way, they learntosee themselves as ‘custodians’ whoare responsible for thesustainable management of their naturalsurroundings.
Theprogramme targetsprimary school learners interested in nature conservation.Recruitsare selected viaschools in specificcatchment areas or throughenvironmental education centres, with theCitynormally requesting nominations.
*For more informationonthe junior riverwardens programmeand the next intake,email Bronwen.Foster@ capetown.gov.zaordial021 3964283.
Small,but skilled: Learners across grades as well as parentsattendedthe junior riverwardens graduation at Ysterplaat Primary, celebrating thefirst cohort whohad successfullycompleted theCity’sriver conservation training for primaryschoolers
DrilltestsBothasig’scrisis response
Acommunity drill in Bothasig on 6May put the City’s community safety network tothe test. Thesimulated bomb threat with an active suspect on the scene at the Abe Sher sports ground brought together Bothasig,Edgemead and Zone 4neighbourhoodwatches, the district watch and othersafety partners alongsidethe City’s Safetyand Security Directorate.
Activatedthroughaseries of staged alert messages, participants had to secure all accesspoints to the facility, maintain a100 mperimeter,and relay
information in realtime to the City’sjoint operations centre.Quarterly drills suchas this put community structures through their paces to strengthenemergency response citywide.
Community responsekey Neighbourhood watches and civil society partners arecrucial in emergencies. This is whyadedicated communication platform givesthemavirtual presence in the joint operations centre during incidents,ensuring that when it counts, everyone is connected.
Theimprovedbus traffic signal systemhelps reduce confusionatthe road intersections, as it does notuse red, amberorgreen.Therefore,itis lesslikelytobe confused with the normal traffic signal system.The new traffic signal system’s only colour is
(Atlantis) en Blue Downs. Albei fasiliteite het gevolglik klas 2-sertifisering van Wêreldatletiek, dieinternasionalebeheerliggaam vir dié sport, ontvang. Wesfleur se sertifiseringgeld tot November2030. Die opknappings maak ditnou moontlikom groter byeenkomste en kompetisies aan te bied.Die grootste wenners is egter dieplaaslikeklubs, skole, jong atlete en gemeenskappe watnou toegang het tot’n wêreldklasfasiliteitomhulle sporttalente te slyp Verskeie padwerkprojekte is die afgelope ruk onderneem, waaronder inBrooklyn,Parklands, TableView,Montague Gardens, Century City Rugby en Melkbosstrand.
DieStadhet sy innoverende verkeerseinstelsel vir MyCiTi-busse in Blaauwbergweg, Table View, verder uitgebreiná’n suksesvolle proefinMei 2022.Die stelsel gebruikslegs wit ligte om verwarringmet dierooi,groen en geel van gewone verkeersligte te voorkom
white, usingnew symbols. Thewhite signal system is nowoperationalin Wood andStudy roads,Blaauwberg andBoy de Goederoads,Blaauwberg, Gill andGie roads,and Blaauwberg, Koebergand Potsdamroads
Thesignals will be incrementally implementedacrossthe MyCiTi system andincludedinthe South AfricanRoadTrafficSigns Manual foruse by othercitiesand transport systemsinSouth Africa
Trackupgrade at Wesfleur arunawaysuccess
TheCityinvested R61 millionin refurbishing the Wesfleur (Atlantis) and Blue Downs athletics tracks. As aresult, both facilities recently received Class2 certification by World Athletics,the international governing bodyfor this sport. TheWesfleur certification is valid until November 2030.
In addition to the tartan track,the Wesfleur refurb included work on the long and triple jumpsections, pole vault lanes, take-offboards and runways, hammer throw and discus cage arenas,and steeple chase areas.
Community scores
Theupgrades enable the hosting of larger-scale events in future. Moreimportantly,however,local clubs, schools,young athletes and communities now havemore accessible, higher-quality spaces to hone their sporting talents Therefurbishments form part of acitywideprogramme that aimstoupgradesix regional recreational hubsand develop anew athletics facility in Westridge, Mitchells Plain.
Madethe cut: Thenewsthatthe upgraded Wesfleur athleticsstadium had received Class2 WorldAthletics certification made for an extra-specialribboncuttingevent at thenew-lookfacility.
Ready to respond: Communitymembers whotookpartinthe safety drillin Bothasig, proving that they areemergency-fit
Special shows for our smallest citizens: In April, the City’s Library and InformationServicespartnered with Cape Town Operatohosteight interactivetheatre experiencesfor preschoolers,theirparents and caregivers. TheeventsatGugulethu, Bellville, Milnerton, Retreatand SeaPoint librariesattracted more than 360people.
Treated effluent does the trick
Thankstothe growing uptakeof treated effluent, Cape Town saves morethan eight billion litres of drinking water every year.A totalof 345 users acrossa330 km network currently makeuse of treated effluent for non-potable purposes. This number is expected to grow as more infrastructurecomes online.
Putting water backtowork
TheCity supplies treated effluentfrom nine wastewater treatment works, including the Bellville, Kraaifontein and Potsdam plants in Area North. Treated effluent is wastewater that has been rigorously treated to make it safe for discharge into the environment. Aportion of this water is filteredeven further and supplied to businesscustomers for uses such as irrigation and industrial activities. Industries, sportsfacilities, parks and schools areencouragedto explorethis alternative. Treated effluent connections arenot available toindividual households, to eliminate any chance of cross-connection or contamination.
*For moreinformation on how to accesstreated effluent for your business, visit https://bit.ly/48ZUbck.
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Allpitchintoprotect Mosselbank river
Teamwork, trees and community dedication help restoreriverhealth
Over50residents from thewider Fisantekraal andGreenville communityjoinedanEarth Day tree planting marathon on thebankofthe Mosselbankriver in Fisantekraal in April. Coordinatedbythe MosselbankRiver Conservation Team (MRCT),the event wassupported by theCity’sRecreation andParks Department,the Durbanville LionsClub, BuchuFarmPty Ltd, VULAEnvironmental Services,Osdam, andSmuts &Co.
TheMosselbankriver playsan importantpartinreducingfloodriskin winter,and also supports biodiversity andkey ecosystemservices. Yetthe area facesgrowing pressure from illegal dumping,windblownlitter, invasive alienvegetation, erosionand fire damage.Community involvementis
Cleaning up Cape Town,one communityata time: TheCitythanksall community groups,organisationsand residents who have takenthe initiative to organiseclean-upeventsintheir areas. In the2025/26 financial year,the City supported80such clean-ups by providing refuse bags andremovingbaggedwaste for disposal.Thisisanimportant exampleofhow communities canworkwiththe Citytoimprove localcleanliness andpushbackagainst illegal dumping. To startorganisingaclean-upevent in yourarea, go to theCity’swebsite for theapplication formand guidelines.Enter “Prevent illegal dumping” in thesearchbox,go tothe page,and scroll to theverybottomfor thenecessary documents.
key to thelong-term protection of the riversystem.
Grantput to good use
As oneof22recipientsofCitygrant fundingfor 2026,the MRCT is puttingtheir fundingtowards employing riverguardians, restoringthe riverbank, andmaintaining andimproving theriver’s overallhealth. They have removedmorethan 1,3tonnesof litter from theriver system sincelaunching theiractivitiesatthe endofFebruary.
Together,we’re taking back ourriver: Despitethe grey weather, adetermined groupofresidents and City stakeholders showed up to help plantmorethan 100trees and 200plantsalong thebank of Fisantekraal’s Mosselbank rivertomark EarthDay
One business’s waste another’s win with WISP
Morethan 60 local manufacturers took part in the 15th Western Cape Industrial Symbiosis Programme (WISP)workshop,hostedinApril by GreenCape, the City’s special purpose vehicle.The eventhelped businesses develop mutually beneficial partnerships whereone company canrecover,reprocess and reuse another’sunderutilised resources or waste.
Impact’s impressive Through its workshops and business networking efforts, WISP –afree facilitation service –has diverted 146 000 tonnesofwaste from landfill and saved 435 000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions since 2013. That emissions saving is equivalent to the electricity use of nearly 120 000 households.
*For moreinformation, go to https://greencape.co.za/sector/ circular-economy/wisp/.
Die Stad se biblioteek-eninligtingsdienste het inApril met Kaapstad Operasaamgewerk om agt interaktiewe teaterervarings vir voorskoolse kinders, hulle ouers en versorgers aan te bied. Meer as 360 mense het die vertonings by die biblioteke in Gugulethu, Bellville, Milnerton, Retreaten Seepunt bygewoon.
’n Vasberade groep van meeras50inwoners en Stadsrolspelers het oor die 100 bome en 200 plante op die walle van die Mosselbankrivier in Fisantekraal help plant. Die plantsessie was ’n manier om Aardedag te vier en die langtermynbeskerming van die rivierstelsel te bevorder
Die Stad bedank alle gemeenskapsgroepe, organisasies en inwoners wat die afgelope boekjaar dieinisiatiefgeneem het om skoonmaaksessies inhulle gebiede te reël. Die munisipaliteithet in
2025/26 altesaam 80 sulkesessies ondersteun deur vullissakketevoorsien en die vol sakke rommel te verwyder Meer as 60 plaaslike vervaardigers het in April aan die 15de werksessie van dieWes-Kaapse Nywerheidsimbioseprogram (WISP) deelgeneem. Die geleentheid het ondernemings wedersyds voordelige vennootskappe help vorm waar een maatskappy ’n ander se onderbenuttehulpbronne of afval kanherwin,herverwerk of hergebruik.
Danksy die toenemende gebruikvan behandelde uitvloeiwater vir niedrinkgebruike soos besproeiing en verkoelingspaar Kaapstad noujaarliksmeer as agt miljard liter drinkwater Altesaam 345 gebruikers oor’nnetwerk van330 km maak tansvan dié waardevolle hulpbron gebruik.
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Wintermarketandbooksaleasuccess
The Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre (HAO) celebrated ahighlysuccessful winter market and book saleonSaturday 13 June with strong public support —exceeding R14000 in funds being raised.
The market's standout achievement was the popular book market, which generated arecord-breaking R9 000 in sales —the most ever achieved.
ENJOYABLEEVENT
Visitors enjoyed awarm andwelcoming atmosphere throughout the day, with all vendors comfortably accommodated indoors.
Live entertainmentbyJerry Fourie, atalented one-man band, added to the festive spirit while asteady stream of visitors browsed the stalls, enjoyed refreshments and supported the various fundraising activities.
The Winter Market volunteers worked tirelessly behind thescenes andatsales points,helping to raise additional funds through boerewors rolls, soup, pancakes and raffle ticket sales, according to the centre.
OVERWHELMINGSUPPORT
“More important than thefunds raised was the overwhelming support shown by the public.
“The exceptional response from book lovers and supporters highlighted the growing communitysupport for the centre and its residents,” says Jeanvan der Merwe, one of the market coordinatorsat the centre.
VISITORS
“The constant flow of visitors throughout the day and the record booksales demonstratehow strongly the community
STRONG SUPPORT HELPSQUADRIPLEGIC CENTRERAISE MORE THAN R14000 IN FUNDS
continues to support ourresidents and the work of thecentre,”adds Allen Petersen, also amarketcoordinator.
SPECIALTHANKS
Specialthanks were extended to market coordinators Jean van der Merwe, Allen Petersenand Ilze Swart fortheir dedicationinorganising the event,the centre said.
HAO also acknowledged the valuable contributions of volunteers, residents, staff and supporters who assisted with preparation, set up, sales andfundraising activities,says Rosabelle Riese, also a resident of the centre.
BRINGINGPEOPLETOGETHER
“The winter marketand book sale once again provedthatcommunity support remainsone of HAO's greatest strengths,” she says.
“Beyond raising much-needed funds,the event broughtpeople together in aspirit of friendship, generosity andinclusion while helping tosupport residents living with severephysical disabilities.
“Huis AndriesOlivier extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered or supported the event in any way.
“Every contribution helped makethe day amemorable success,” shesays
IlzeSwart (right),amarket coordinator,was in charge of book sales,which generated
income.
Visitors browse through the itemsonsale.
Many were born-free... none felt it
On 16 June 1976 twelve-year-old Hector Pieterson was shot by apartheid policeon the streets of OrlandoWest, Soweto Sam Nzima’s photograph captured what followed: Hector’s body cradled in the arms of Mbuyisa Makhubo,his sister Antoinette Sitholerunning alongside,her mouth open in ascream that hasnever really stopped. Approximately 566 learners were killed.
Not yet old enough to vote, to own property,tomove freely through the country of their birth. But they understood, with extraordinary clarity, that the system shaping their lives was wrong, and that silence wasnolongera form of survival.
Politics were not foreign in myhome Igrew up sitting at my grandmother’s feet, listening to her describeanera Ihad notlived but somehow already felt. She sang the struggle songs and Iwould chant along, understanding the weight. History was not handed to me in aclassroom. Icarried that into journalism, arriving at university,doing ashort course, freelancing for acommunity newspaper, reading news for acommunity radio station when Fees Must Fall arrived at its peak. Idocumented and interviewed student activists the same age asthe children of 1976. Many wereborn-free.
This Youth Day,watching Netflix’s documentary The Trials of Winnie Mandela, which aired in April, Ifound myself pulled back into that conversation Born-freecarries both promise and paradox. We were supposedtobe the dividend of sacrifice made flesh. Instead, many of us inherited the debt of unfinished business.
Stats SA’s Q1 2026 Quarterly Labour ForceSurvey records youth unemployment among SouthAfricans aged 15 to 24 at 60,9%.Among thoseaged 15 to 34, it is 45,8%.
Not projections. Adescription of now. The documentary streams into over 190 countries on an American platform.South Africanmemory now reaches subscribers who have never heard of Brandfort. Who tells the story and forwhom isnot separate from thestory.
But beneaththe production, publisher Palesa Morodu raises the question threading the series: how do we hold politicalfigures accountable while acknowledging the violence and pressure of the systems they operatedwithin?
Onemoment stopped me.
Winnie recalls telling Tata Nelson Mandela during the transition: “I begged tata and told him thisisadummy freedom we are giving to thepeople.In20years’ time, the same memorandumwecarried to theapartheid governmentwill be carried to us.”
The students of 1976also carried a memorandum. Shot at for demanding dignity in their own language, their own schools, their own country.
Halfacentury later,youngSouth Africans arestill marching. Stillwriting memorandums. Still being told to wait. What happens to thewarnings carried by the young? Whathappens to women who refuse to be softened?
And what does it say about our democracy if it still struggles to answer the children who marched into bullets, asking simply to be free?
-NAMHLAMONAKALI
YouthDay:Remembering therealmeaning
As South Africans, we recentlycommemorated Youth Day, apublicholidaythathonours the braveryand sacrificeofthe youngpeoplewho stood up against injustice during the Soweto uprisingof16June1976. Whileitisencouragingtosee schools, communities and organisationshosting Youth Dayevents, Ioften wonderhow many of today's youngpeopletrulyunderstand the significance of this day. Formany, it has becomejust another holiday, aday off from school or work, rather than amoment to reflect on the courage of theyouth who fought forthe freedoms we enjoy today. Theyoung peopleof1976risked their livesto challengeanunfair system. Manypaid theultimate price.Theymarched not forpersonal gain, but forthe future of generations theywouldnever meet.Their actions helped shape the democratic South Africawe
live in today.
Unfortunately, as the years pass, thesestories seem to be fading from public memory. Whilehistoryis taught in schools, it is importantthatparents, educators andcommunityleaders continue to share these experiences with youngergenerations. If we fail to do so,the true meaningofYouth Daymay be lost
Our youth face differentchallenges today, including unemployment,crime,substance abuse andsocial pressures. Understandingthe struggles andsacrifices of those who came before them caninspireresilience, responsibilityand activecitizenship Youth Dayshouldbemorethanacelebration.It should be areminder of where we come from,what wassacrificed, andthe role youngpeoplestillhavein shaping SouthAfrica's future.
PETERJACOBS, Bellville
Vote forpeople,not political parties, in municipalities
Ithought the worldhad gone mad whenadeadman wonthe municipal election in Westridge, Mitchells Plain—byalandslide!
It was1999 andthe country’ssecondevermunicipal electionhad just concluded
Istood in amazementand stared at the resultsand wondered howthe sane,rational andintelligent voters of thatareacould knowinglygotothe pollsand elect someone from beyond thegrave?The answerwas simple. People knewthathehad died, but theywent to the polls and searched forthe partyherepresented and votedfor that. He wonbydefault. Thefactthat therewerebetter, morequalified andlivingcandidates alongside the dead man on the ballot —most of whom stoodasindependent candidateswith no political affiliations —made no matter. Voters didn’t look or care whowereinthe picturesbeside the party logo wheretheymade their cross.
Fora municipal election, this is acryingshame.Party politics shouldhavenoswayinwardelections. The peoplewho take to the podiums —whichlatelywecall social media— andmakeimpassioned, tear-jerking speeches about broad-sweepingissues and policies, don’t know—orcare— about whatishappening in your street,inyour suburb,onyour block. Those glossy and well-spoken politicians representthe most public face of the partyand useevery opportunityto point manicured fingers at their opposition and say: “Doyou seeeverything theyare doing wrong?”, while forgetting about thethree manicured fingers pointing back at them. Their job is to look pretty and make peopleliketheir partysothattheycan win seatsin parliament.Down-on-thegroundpolitics is only worth
their attention whentheyneed to reel in votes.
PerhapsIsoundcynical but it is acynicism rooted in experience. And hereisthatexperience: twomunicipal elections ago, amember of my church told me during aparishsocial that he hadbeen approached by a well-known andpopular political partyasa possible candidate forthe upcoming municipal elections. He wasrather flattered by the invitation.
Ilooked at himwith raised eyebrows— though only inwardly.Hewas ahandsomeguy and, at that time,quiteyoung. He hadafairlydecent education though it didn’t always show. He wasoutspokenand somewhatdynamic. He wouldhavemade agood politician, hadhehad anypolitical motivations, vocations towardspublicserviceorcommunityexperienceofany sort —but he didnot
Whyhad this partyconsidered him?Theywent with someone else in theend butthe officialcandidatewas almost acarbon copy of this guy. Also,why wasthe partydoingthe seekingand notthe candidate? Surely it should be the other wayaround?
Butparties yousee hadcottoned on to what voters were doing —perhapsthey’dbeen clued in when the dead candidate waselected. And, what peopleare doing is voting forparties andnot forthe qualified peoplewho candothe job.So, in light of this, it made sensethattheywouldapproach reasonablywell-lookingand moderatelyintelligent beings to standfor them in wards, wheretheycouldamasssmall pockets of power. That wayifthe voterdoes by anychance glance acrosstothe picture beside the partylogo, they might like whattheysee GLENDA, Portland
Common senseor misplaced priorities?
Therecent TygerBurger articles, “Desalination plant drawsfire”and “Moreissues with planned desalination plant”,havehighlighted growing public concern about the City’sproposeddesalination plantatPaarden Eiland. Theissue is notwhether desalination is necessary.Mostresidents of the WesternCape fullysupport major desalination projects as part of along-term strategytosecurethe province’swater future. The real question is whether Paarden Eilandisthe right location forsuch asignificantinvestment Supporterspointtothe site’sproximitytoseawater, relativelyprotected shoreline,and reduced exposureto severe oceanconditions. However, theseadvantages areoutweighed by seriousconcerns.
Paarden Eilandislocated in aheavilyindustrialised andcongested area,with seawater qualitypotentially affected by shipping activity, industrial operations, anddischargefromthe BlackRiver.The siteoffers limitedopportunities forintegratinglarge-scale solar andwind energy,which couldsignificantlyreducethe high operatingcosts associatedwith desalination. In addition,thereislittlescope forfutureexpansion andnonearbybulk storageinfrastructurecapableof supportingastrategic waterreserve Thepublic supports desalination but notspending billionsa project in the wrongplace BENGROENEWALD,Plattekloof
Concern overanimal sheltercrisis
Ihavebeen saddened to read recent articlesoverthe past weeksconcerning dog rescue centreinMelkbos, TableViewand Milnertonareas under threatofclosure. Theworstbeing the raid by the SPCAinDunoon Animal welfarewas considered apriorityin1895before childwelfareand the concept spreadthroughout the world. In life thereare the ‘do-gooders’ andtheir ‘supporters’ but we seethatthose who arepreparedto giveare dwindling in numbers.
As aresult, theserescue centres andothersare all under pressureincontinuing their missionofsaving dogsand cats lives. Some of them, whereconditions have gotsobad shouldbeclosedand have become unhealthyfor the animals. They can’t be expectedtofind, houseand feed everyone.Itistimethatthe provincial or the municipal budget some kind of financialsupport.The ‘do-gooders’ areunder mental stress, financialstress andtheir ownliving expenses arereduced.
Mr Winde andHill-Lewis,I imploreyou to make an annual discretionfund donation ntotheseNPOs just as youhavetothe newstreet shelterbeforeanimals willberoaming the streets without food andshelter. JON,TableView
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Die Stellenbosch- internasionalekamermusiekfees vindvanjaar vanVrydag3tot Sondag12Julie in die Endlersaal vandie Universiteit vanStellenboschse konservatoriumplaas
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Die Stellenbosch- internasionalekamermusiekfees vindvanjaar vanVrydag3tot Sondag12Julie in die Endlersaalvan die Universiteit Stellenboschsekonservatorium plaas Diefees bring reeds vir tweedekades elke Julie wêreldbekende klassiekemusici vanverskeievastelande bymekaar
Vanjaar se lyskunstenaars sluit verskeie in wat al voorheen hier opgetree het,soosDaniel Rowland (violis) en Maja Bogdanovi (tjellis),wat wêreldwyd in aanvraagis. Rowland, watvoorheenVivaldi se “Vier Seisoene”, Piazzolla en MaxRichter uitgevoer het,sal dié keer PhilipGlass se weergawe van die “Vier Seisoene”uitvoer,wat nog nie voorheen plaaslik gehoor is nie.Rowland en Bogdanovi salook saam met Nina Schumann,die fees se kunsdirekteur, “Space Jump”van Fazil Sayuitvoer
Dieviolis Miclen LaiPanghet onlangsassolis saam met die KaapstadseFilharmoniese Orkes en by die Franschhoek-kamermusiekfees plaaslike gehoregaande gehad. Hy maaksybuigingbydie fees met werkevan CesarFranck, JörgWidmannen Glière.
Op die laastedag vandie fees sluit Emanuil IvanovbyLaiPang aan vir Mendelssohn se energieke concertovir viool en klavier
Ander tjellistewat vanjaar gaan optree,sluit PeterMartens (feesdirekteur), Boris Andrianov en David Cohen in. AndrianovenCohenislank reeds gunstelingeby die fees. Andrianovtreeop9 Julie as solisop, terwyl Cohen die treffende tjello concertovan Schnittkeop 10 Julie saam met die fees-simfonieorkessal uitvoer.
MUSICI VANVERSKEIE LANDE KOMBYMEKAAR
BLAASINSTRUMENTE
Onder diehoutblaserswat vanjaarhul feesdebuut maak, is TitusUnderwood, hoof-hobospeler vandie Nashville-simfonieorkesenontvanger vandie 2021Sphinx MedalofExcellence, en Julia Harguindy, hoof-fagotspeler vandie Pittsburgh-simfonieorkes. DemarreMcGill(fluitspeler)keer ná ’n aantaljare terugnadie fees. Die sublieme klarinetspel van YaoGuang Zhai word weer gehoor in werkevan Mozart,Amanda HarbergenAnteGrgin
Die koperblasersJosé Gutiérrez(Franse horing), Marco Silva (trompet) en MarkHampson(bastromboon) maak ook hulteugkeer.Hulle speel almal saam in Gareth Wood se “Tientos yDanzas”,met JauvonGilliam op perkussie
Met diebekendstellingvan ’n nuwe ensemble, dieFees-simfonieseblaasorkes, saldie gehoor Liam Burdenassaxofoonspelerénasdirigent sien optree.Terwyl dieGrammy-bekroonde dirigent Michael Repper weer op diepodium salwees met dieFees-simfonieorkes, salKärin Hendrickson die Fees-konsertorkesdirigeer.Hendrickson hetalvan diewêreldsevoorsteorkeste gedirigeer,waaronder dieLondenseSimfonieorkes, dieBelgieseNasionale Simfonieorkes, diePittsburgh-simfonieorkesendie BBC se vlagskip ensembles. . Besoek www.sicmf.co.zavir noginligting en kaartjies.
DAGBOEK /DIARY
. TheMinnesotaBoychoir and Cape Town Children's Choir perform at Hugo Lambrechts Auditoriumon Wednesday24June at 19:00.Freebut bookingis essential. Book at Quicket
. ElandrétreeopWoensdag 24 Junie om 19:30 in die Barnyard-teaterinTygervallei op.Kaartjies kosR250 Bespreekbywww.barnyardtheatre.co.za
. Bobbyvan Jaarsveld tree op Vrydag 26 Junie om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjieskos R180 tot R220.Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net
. KickstArt Theatrebrings Puss in Boots,writtenand directed by Steven Stead, to the Baxter Theatrefrom 26 June to 18 July. Tickets from R250available at Webtickets.
. Here&Now:ALutherVandrossTribute is at Artscape on Friday26and Saturday27June at 20:00 Tickets from R250 to R300 at Webtickets. . Leah tree op Saterdag 27 Junie om 20:30byHeroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjies kosR180 totR220.Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net
. Canal Walk Theatrepresents PeterPan from 27 June to 19 July. Threedailyshows.Tickets from R75to R130 at Webtickets.
. Valiant Swart en JakeGunn is op Saterdag 27 Junie om 20:30byDie Boer-teater. Kaartjies kosR250 Bespreekbywww.dieboer.com of by 021 9791911.
.Cape Town Opera presents Stephen Sondheim’sA LittleNight Music from 30 June to 12 JulyatTheatre on theBay.Tickets from R275 at Webtickets.
. Prime Circle is at the Barnyard TheatreTyger Valley on Wednesday1Julyat19:30.Tickets cost R280 at www.barnyardtheatre.co.za.
. Adam TastreeopVrydag3Julie om 20:30by
Heroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjieskos R140 totR180 Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net
. Cape Town G&Spresents aboldnew stagingof Gilbertand Sullivan’scomic opera, ThePirates of Penzance at Artscape Theatrefrom4-12July. Tickets from R275atWebtickets.
. DisneyonIce presents Mickey's Search Party from 10-19Julyatthe Grand Arena,GrandWest. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
. Emo Adams en orkesisbyDie Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanville op Saterdag 11 Julie om 20:30en Sondag12Julie om 14:00.Kaartjies kosslegs R250. Bespreekbywww.dieboer.com of by 021979 1911. . EarlyBtreeopVrydag17Julie om 20:30byHeroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjieskos R140 totR180.Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net
. Cape Town Opera’s TheCunning LittleVixen is at Joseph Stone Auditorium from 21-26 July. Afamily-friendlyadaptation. Dailyat11:00 and also at 14:00Saturdayand Sunday. TicketscostR80 at Webtickets.
. ANightwith the Stars Lloyisoisatthe Grand Arena GrandWestonFriday24Julyat19:00.Tickets from R400 atWebtickets.
. Salome This Is Me is at Artscape OperaHouse on Saturday 25 Julyat19:00.Tickets from R285 at Webtickets.
. Moyo Kirstenbosch Recital with pianist Isaacvan derMerwe is on Sunday26Julyat18:00.Tickets R225 to R385 at Webtickets.
. BartotreeopVrydag27Julie om 20:30byHeroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjieskos R180 totR220. Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net
Puss in Boots at the Pam Golding Theatrethis winter
Families have anew reason to head out this winter with KickstArtTheatre's Puss in Boots opening at thePam GoldingTheatreatthe Baxter from 26 June to 18 July.
Writtenand directed by Steven Stead, theproduction followslastyear'sJack andthe Beanstalkatthe same venue,continuingwhathas become agrowing winter pantomime tradition at theBaxter
Set on amagical Caribbean island, thepantomime follows Puss in Boots, aquick-wittedfeline hero, througha worldofcolourful characters, lively songsand plentyofaudience participation. The show is designed to delight younger audiences with slapstickand spectacle, whileoffering humour and localreferences that adults canenjoyjustasmuch.
Puss in Boots is designed by Greg King, with choreographybySimoneMannand lightingdesign by Franky Steyn.
ForKing, pantomime holds aspecialplace."It wasseeing pantomimes as achild that made me fall in love with thetheatreatayoung age. And it's an enormous pleasuretobeabletospreadthat infectious joy, andloveofliveperformancetonew generations."
VIBRANTANDEXCITING
Steadsaysthe companyislooking forwardtothe upcoming run. "Puss in Boots is lookingand feeling fresh,funky andfabulous! Although thecastare workingreallyhard, we areall having so much fun. Theshowisgenuinelyhilariouslyfunny; Ifind myself
laughing out loud alot,which is very unusual. The choreographyisvibrantand exciting, andthe vocals arethrilling.Weare really lookingforward to moving intothe Baxter Theatre, andbringing some verve andvitalitytoCape Town this winter."
Performancetimes are: Mondays,Tuesdays, Thursdaysand Fridaysat14:30;and Wednesdays andSaturdays at 11:00 and15:00
Theshowrunsfor 2hours15minutes, includinga 20-minuteinterval. No childrenunder theage of 3 willbeadmitted.
Tickets areR300for adults andR250 forchildren. . Book at Webtickets.Contact Mark Dobsonat mark.dobson@uct.ac.za forgroup bookings.
Crousand Carstens
Crous& Carstens —Springbok Nude GirlsUnplugged is at Die BoertheatreinDurbanville on Thursday 9 Julyat20:30
Theshowbringstogether twoofSouth Africa’s most celebrated rock figures foranintimate evening of music, stories and candid reflection. Arno Carstens andTheo Crous have been making music side by side sincethe early1990s, when they first met in Bellville. What startedasajam session would become one of themostsignificantpartnershipsin South Africanrock history.
They co-founded Springbok Nude Girlsin1994 andwent on to create acatalogue of songsthat defined ageneration. Hits like “Illuminate”, “BlueEyes” and“Bubblegum on my Boots” captured the sound of acountry finding its voiceinthe post-apartheid era. This unpluggedshowstripseverything back. Expectacoustic renditions of their biggest songs, some storytelling andbehind-the-scenes talesthat have not been told before . Ticketsare R295.Book at www.dieboer.com or call 021 9791911.
Routes of Sound expands
SpierWineFarmnearStellenboschisextendingits
Routes of Sound music series from asingleweekend to threeseparatewinterevents,withperformances scheduled for3and 4July, 31 Julyand 1August,and 21 and22August.Presented by BrettBaileyand ThirdWorld Bunfight, theseries willfeaturemore than 40 localmusicians across the threeweekends. Theformat takesaudiencesthrough aselection of atmospheric spaces on thefarm, wherethey experiencethree performancespairedwithSpier's Creative Block wines, before gathering forafinale concert. Theconcept drawsonthe ideas of both “routes” and “roots”,framing the event as an opportunitytoexperiencemusicinanunplugged, intimate setting. Music hasbeen central to Spier'sidentity and thefarmhas atrack record of supportingSouth Africanartists.
WEEKENDLINE-UPS
Each weekend offersacompletelydifferent programme. Thefirstweekend (3 and 4July) features Johannesburg-basedfolk singers Tubatsiand Chosi, Afrikaanssinger-songwriter Magé Troskie, blues-rock musician CheyenneHill, Mickey Struwick (Likethe
Mouse) andFreddy Lalendle(Ntu2ko). Thesecond weekend (31Julyand 1August) includes indigenous instrumentalistand singer SkyDlala,Afrikaanspoet-musician RFKI,South African-PeruviansingerMano andother performers. Thethirdweekend (21and 22 August)features renowned musician LungiswaPlaatjies, folk duo Dead Dungarees, balladeer Maya Grey andadditional artists.The fullprogramme is availableonthe Spier website. Dinner options areavailableatVeldRestaurant at theSpier Hotel before performancesbegin. As audiences move between venues throughout the evening, warm clothing andcomfortablewalking shoes areadvisable.
TICKETSANDBOOKINGS
TheshowrunsonFridays andSaturdays from 19:30 to 22:00atthe Yellowwoods Lounge, Spier Wine Farm.Tickets cost R300 andinclude wine tastingsalong theroute. Guests must be 18 andolder Tickets areavailableatWebtickets.
