TygerBurger | De Grendel | E-Edition 17 September 2025
3 Monitoring Milnerton’s air
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MyCiTi officially the ‘smart’ way to travel: Some 150 MyCiTi bus drivers are undergoing the City s Smart Driver training to improve driving behaviour, save on fuel, lower carbon emissions, cut on maintenance costs, reduce risk and, above all, increase passenger safety Pictured with Mayco member for Urban Mobility Cllr Rob Quintas (left) and Deputy Mayor Ald Eddie Andrews (right) are drivers Michael Petersen, Philasande Mvuli and Jabu Lawrence Nkala, proudly displaying their certificates Another 400 MyCiTi drivers will complete the programme over the next two years The City introduced the Smart Driver training for all its fleet drivers in 2013
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4 Stopping river waste in its tracks
4 Repaired NMT route good to go 2 ‘No-mow’ to let fynbos flourish
‘Cause no Capetonian needs to rough it
The City’s Street People Programme Unit continues to make a tangible difference in the lives of Cape Town s rough sleepers, having helped over 5 000 people off the streets in the past financial year This they did through access to City-run Safe Space and partner shelters, work placement and reintegration programmes, family reunification, and help to overcome substance abuse
Bayside back on track: Work on the multi-million-rand Bayside canal upgrade in Milnerton will resume in October following the resolution of a contractual dispute with the service provider The upgrade was temporarily suspended in November 2024 at 55% completion. The project is a key City investment to improve water quality in the Rietvlei by enabling Bayside canal to cope with increased stormwater flows during peak periods and addressing pollution of stormwater channels into the vlei. The provision of naturally structured treatment facilities is a major focus to improve the quality of stormwater runoff from the canal into the Rietvlei. This is why construction will first focus on the stormwater canal leading to the primary sedimentation ponds, as well as the bypass canal from the secondary treatment channel to Rietvlei
City needs help containing the creep
Recreation and Parks is actively managing ivy infestations in public spaces. Yet community awareness and action remain critical to control this invasive creeper across town.
English ivy (Hedera spp ) is a flowering species from the Araliaceae family and is native to Europe It was originally introduced to South Africa as a groundcover and ornamental climber, but in Cape Town, its rapid spread has become a growing concern in both public and private spaces The Hedera canariensis and Hedera helix are particularly problematic.
Let’s cut it down to size
The ivy is listed as a category 3 invasive species under the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act 10 of 2004 and must be managed accordingly In sensitive or riparian areas, its status escalates to category 1b, requiring control If left unmanaged, ivy blocks a tree’s sunlight and causes branch dieback The added weight that the creeper adds to the distressed tree often results in collapse and also increases the risk of wind damage in open areas. The plant outcompetes and displaces local vegetation, which damages our biodiversity
Creeping up on us: The City is calling on residents to help it control and contain Hedera spp , commonly known as ‘ivy’ or ‘English ivy’ The creeping, climbing invasive plant poses a serious threat to the local environment
If you have ivy in your garden, use what is left of the cooler months – ivy’s dormant phase – as a strategic opportunity to control or remove it safely, following the steps below:
• Manually pull out the stems and roots. The stems can be removed from the ground of a standing tree Upper vines will die if they are not rooted, so they can be left to rot
• Follow up regularly to remove any new growth
• Dispose of the cuttings responsibly Do not dump trimmings in natural areas, as the plant may re-root and spread.
• Either dry the vine clippings on a plastic or canvas sheet or a paved surface, and then shred, or solarise in black trash bags until the vines are no longer viable.
* Report ivy overgrowth in public spaces by logging a service request via the City’s C3 system. Alternatively log sightings on the iNaturalist app and website to help the City track infestations.
Die Stad se program vir straatmense gaan voort om ’n tasbare verskil te maak in die lewens van diegene wat in Kaapstad se strate woon Die program het die afgelope boekjaar meer as 5 000 mense gehelp om van die straat af te kom. Inwoners se hulp word benodig om Hedera spp , wat ook as ‘klimop’ of ivy bekend is, onder beheer te bring Dié kruip- en rankplant is n indringerspesie wat n ernstige bedreiging vir die plaaslike omgewing inhou Sowat 150 MyCiTi-busbestuurders ontvang tans Smart Driver-opleiding Dié kursus van die Stad verbeter bestuurders se gedrag agter
die stuur, help verlaag brandstofverbruik, koolstofvrystellings, instandhoudingskoste en risiko, en verbeter veiligheid vir passasiers
Die opknapping van die Bayside-kanaal sal in Oktober hervat noudat ’n kontrakgeskil met die diensverskaffer uitgestryk is Met hierdie projek bestee die Stad etlike miljoene rand daaraan om watergehalte in die Rietvlei te verbeter
Of those assisted in 2024/25, some 690 participated in development programmes at one of the Safe Spaces, and 80 were placed in Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) job opportunities More than 620 were referred for social grants, identity documents, specialised care facilities, and substance abuse treatment
The 2025/26 budget includes R9,9 million for upgrading and expanding existing Safe Spaces, another R1,7 million for support programmes and winter readiness, and R1,4 million for the EPWP street people economics project
* To access services relating to street people, dial 0800 872 201
Drop in for dignity: The Street People Programme Unit’s walk-in centre in the Strand Street concourse in central Cape Town operates from 06:30 to 16:00 on weekdays, offering a range of services
lans to develop thousands of homes on Erf 1117, a protected biodiversity hotspot inside Koeberg’s evacuation zone, have sparked alarm among residents and environmentalists alike
According to Michelle Collins, chair of Community Representation Blaauwberg (CRB Blaauwberg), the City of Cape Town and the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) are reportedly finalising a Local Spatial Development Framework (LSDF) aimed at enabling thousands of new housing units on land situated
within Koeberg Nuclear Power Station’s Urgent Protective Action Planning Zone (UPZ)
While the push for housing is urgent and nationally important, the development has sparked alarm among residents, environmentalists, and political representatives for its potential threats to public safety, ecological
No mow, let them grow
To give Cape Town’s spring flowers and fynbos a chance to grow bloom and seed, the City will again be following a ‘no-mow’ approach at selected public open spaces, greenbelts, road verges and parks from July to November The affected areas will be marked with temporary signage to inform residents of the adjustment to the mowing schedule and encourage respect for these special natural spaces
Many of the earmarked no-mow areas contain remnants of critically endangered vegetation and pockets of high biodiversity, and often serve as corridors that connect larger biodiversity hotspots such as conservation areas, nature reserves and national parks.
Nominate a no-mow area
Residents can help support Cape Town’s unique biodiversity by nominating local parks or green spaces to be included in future nomow areas. Send your suggestions to RP.Enquiries@capetown.gov.za
* To view the full list of no-mow locations across the metro, go to https://bit ly/41Bq61M Areas not on the list will be mowed as per the normal annual schedule
‘Mowratorium’ on cutting:
The City will be halting mowing at selected public parks and open spaces until November so that the Mother City’s endemic and indigenous flowers and fynbos can flourish
Building hope, breaking down barriers as social housing pipeline rolls out
One of this administration’s most important priorities is to break down the unjust spatial legacy of our country’s past – to make our city fairer and more accessible, and to give more Capetonians a better chance at building a life of dignity and prosperity
When people live in difficult circumstances, far from economic opportunities and reliable transport, their options in life effectively shrink
To build Cape Town into a city of hope for all who live here we must put far more Capetonians within reach of those opportunities, and break down the barriers that keep them locked out
That is why our pledge to speed up the delivery of more affordable housing across town is so important
At our Council meeting in August, we took another big step forward on this mission when we handed over one of the best-located parcels of land in the city centre – the ‘Fruit & Veg’ site at the top of Roeland Street – to our private-sector developer partner for a mixed-use development that will include 237 social housing units
These units are subsidised rental flats aimed at those with a monthly
A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR
household income of less than R22 000
We now have around 12 000 such units at various stages of development in our social housing pipeline, of which 4 000 are in inner-city areas such as Woodstock, Salt River and Maitland This offers tenants easy access to services, opportunities and amenities
Tenants of the ‘Fruit & Veg’ development specifically – so called for the Food Lover s Market store, formerly known as Fruit & Veg City, located there – will have the entire city centre on their doorstep, with MyCiTi bus stops just a block away There are
schools nearby, and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology is just a short stroll away This is the kind of address that can instantly change people’s lives
This model where we partner with the private sector holds the key to unlocking affordable housing for thousands more families. Developers who bid on these discounted properties have to deliver a minimum number of social housing units as part of their mixed-use development And should they fail to meet this threshold, ownership of the property would revert to the City
Our friends at Province, too, have three exciting inner-city projects in their social housing pipeline We will continue to play an enabling role to support these provincial projects, as well as to contribute financially where we can
Project by project, we are chipping away at the massive demand for affordable housing in the metro, and giving more Cape Town families the chance to reimagine their future and restart their dreams.
Geordin Hill-Lewis Cape Town Mayor
Cape dam levels slightly lower than this time last year
The dam levels for Cape Town are sitting at 92 4% The City is aiming for an overall usage target of 650 million litres per day – which means Capetonians should still try to use less than 105 litres per person per day
Protect our water resources by following water-wise guidelines. Residents and businesses are reminded that the permanent regulations contained in the City’s Water By-law still apply across Cape Town, regardless of the
restriction level
Municipal water may be used in gardens only before 09:00 or after 18:00, but never to hose down paved areas
• Visit www capetown gov za/thinkwater or www capetown gov za/waterregulations to access the regulations
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Once-off write-off a chance to reset
The 2025/26 budget includes the write-off of some R2,2 billion in old debt for qualifying beneficiaries. By having their old debts written off, beneficiaries undertake to pay their dues going
grants.
Some non-profit, public-benefit and social institutions may also meet the requirements. The goodwill shown through debt write-offs is proven to foster a stronger payment culture. As a result, the City has been able to maintain an annual collection ratio of above 95% during tough economic times As at 30 June 2025, the collection ratio was 97,83%.
Support doesn’t stop there Aside from the debt write-off initiative, the City also still offers extensive rates and services relief to pensioners and those relying on social grants and indigent support
* To find out more about the debt write-off drive, visit your nearest walk-in centre, or email payment.arrangements@capetown.gov.za. For more on other relief options, email rates rebate@capetown gov za or indigent relief@capetown gov za Alternatively, dial 0860 103 089 for info on all City assistance
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WOENSDAG17SEPTEMBER
. Die Tygerbergse tuin- en Blommeklub kom by die NG kerk Parow Welgelegen (La Provencestraat 47, Welgelegen) van 09:30 vir 10:00 byeen. Die sprekers is Tracey Cole (Village Garden) oor "Edible herb gardens and designs" en Diana de Vos en Francoise Schaaf oor "Iets uit niets - blomhouers" Tee word vanaf 09:30 voorsien. Kontak Beatrix Lambert-Bestbier by 082 873 9864 met navrae
SATURDAY20SEPTEMBER
. The annual #IAMABLE Fun Run hosted by Alta du Toit School and Job-Abled NPC is back. The event raises funds and awareness for people living with disabilities. Participants can choose between 2,5km and 5km routes, either in person or virtually Tickets cost R100 and include a race number, goodie bag, and entry into lucky draws with prizes like getaways and gift vouchers. Race entries for learners can also be sponsored at R100 each. Race tickets are available via Entry Ninja. Contact Simone Nel via email on gm@ jobabled co.za with sponsorship or other enquiries. . Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Friends of Bracken Nature Reserve with a day filled with fun activities music entertainment food stalls and nature appreciation. Highlights include a 5km fun run starting at 08:00 at R40 for adults and R20 for children. Register on Quicket Visitors can enjoy guided walks, a talk on the history of the Bracken's signal cannon and a cannon firing at 12:00 The best spring outfit on the day wins the chance to fire a cannon. Festival entry is free
SONDAG21SEPTEMBER
. Die NG kerk Bellville Riebeeck hou om 09:30 'n kleur- en klankvolle Erfenisdiens gelei deur ds. Martin Steyn met die titel "Nie net monumente nie". Pragtige kleurskyfies, heerlike samesang en 'n uitvoering deur 'n kerkkoor onder leiding van Gloudina Roux, wat drie nuwe geestelike liedere sing, is op die program. Almal is welkom. Die diens word direk op YouTube uitgesaai en is later op Facebook beskikbaar
TUESDAY23SEPTEMBER
. The Egyptian Society of South Africa will be having their next meeting at St George's Grammar school, Richmond Road, Mowbray, from 19:30 The guest speaker, Prof Sebastian van As, will present a lecture titled: "The Origin of the World according to Ancient Egyptians". There is no charge for members, while it costs R30 for visitors. Booking is not necessary There is secure parking in the school grounds. For more information please call 021 852 7273 or 084 774 3972.
WOENSDAG24SEPTEMBER
. ’n Begeleide toer word op Erfenisdag deur die Durbanville-Erfenisvereniging by die Afrikaanse Taalmonument aangebied. Dit begin om 11:00 Vriende en familie is welkom. Stuur ‘n e-pos na durbanvilleheritage@gmail.com met navrae of vir meer inligting Bevestig bywoning teen Maandag 15 September by https://forms.gle/w7zaasiFjksY1JP76
. Die NG kerk Panorama hou 'n braaidag en pretloop Die pretloop is perfek vir vinnige drawwers en gemaklike stappers. Boereworsrolle, koffie en ´n lekker kuier wag daarna op besoekers. Belangstellendes word aangemoedig om hul familie, vriende en selfs hul troeteldiere saam te bring. Kaartjies is by die kerkwinkel beskikbaar Besoek http://shop.parow-panorama.co za of skakel 021 930 3100 Stuur ‘n e-pos na kantoor@ parow-panorama.co.za met navrae
. Join the Durbanville Heritage Society for a guided tour at the Afrikaanse Taalmonument in Paarl on Heritage Day, 24 September at 11:00 RSVP via this link: https://docs.google com/forms/d/1jF1fED4Y2JQfg2HxyxB66mb1-xibMSJ7YwqYzj4twPM/edit
SUNDAY28SEPTEMBER
. The Cape Welsh Choir presents Why we sing –together a concert collaboration with CwmBach Male Choir, a Welsh male voice choir touring South Africa for the first time since 1997 Their tour starts in Cape Town and the concert will be presented in the Nassau Auditorium of Groote Schuur High School, 77 Palmyra Road, Newlands. Tickets are available from Quicket at R150 each.
SATERDAG4OKTOBER
. Die Bellville Senior Sentrum/Chrismar Villas hou van 09:00 tot 11:00 hul jaarlikse tradisionele basaar by Jessiestraat 25, Chrismar in Bellville Al die tradisionele lekkernye soos pannekoek, basaarpoeding, jaffels, vetkoek, hamburgers, boereworsrolle, pampoenkoekies en roosterkoeke sal daar wees, asook die heerlikste tuisgebakte lekkernye Winskopies en verrassings wag by die plaas-, wit olifant- en handwerktafel en vir die boekwurms is daar 'n boeketafel. Geniet 'n versnapering in die kafeteria. Chrismar Villas se eie orkes sal musiek maak. Koskaartjies kan op die dag gekoop word of voor die tyd gedurende kantoorure (Maandag tot Vrydag van 08:00 tot 12:00) of by 021 910 1250 Kaartfasiliteite is beskikbaar
TfimShe Western Cape Provincial Safety Council convened on Wednesday 10 September to strengthen its approach to fighting crime and improving community safety across the province
The meeting, chaired by Premier Alan Winde, brought together a range of stakeholders including the police, municipalities, and academic institutions
The council provides strategic oversight of crime prevention efforts and promotes evidence-based decisions and innovation to address safety challenges
Opening the meeting, Winde acknowledged the ongoing struggle residents face due to high crime rates
“Our residents are feeling the impact of high crime levels more than ever before We must build stronger partnerships with a joint approach to addressing this issue,” he said
SAFETYPLAN
Winde praised the City of Cape Town for recently deploying 700 new metro police officers – the largest investment in personnel in a decade This includes a dedicated neighbourhood deployment for each ward in the city
The council also reviewed progress on the Western Cape Safety Plan, highlighting key focus areas:
Ongoing stakeholder consultation; Strengthening community safety forums; Pushing for greater devolution of policing powers; Addressing police underresourcing in the province; and directing more resources to high-crime areas
Council members agreed that faster implementation of the Safer Cities Cooperation Agreement – signed by the Western Cape Government, national government, the police, and the City of Cape Town – is essential
While some crime categories show modest improvements, Winde noted that many communities, especially those affected by gangsterism, are yet to feel any real difference
“There is a need to intensify crimefighting efforts, but we must also focus on preventing violence,” he added
TACKLINGVIOLENCEANDGANGSTERISM
Following the Safety Council meeting, Winde hosted a digicon discussing violence prevention strategies such as the Violence Prevention Unit (VPU), managed by the provincial Department of Health and Wellness
The VPU uses data from healthcare facilities to develop targeted interventions addressing the root causes of violence in communities
The digicon also featured a discussion on the provincial government's latest Policing Needs and Priorities (PNP) report for 2025'26 This legislated report aims to shape policing strategies and guide the allocation of resources
The province continues to face chronic underfunding despite high crime levels
Recommendation: Allocate funding based on crime severity and community needs
. Human Resources: Police staffing has declined, even as the population grows In some hotspots, officer-to-resident ratios reach 1:962
Recommendation: Fill vacancies, revise recruitment and training models
. Infrastructure and Equipment: Several police stations are in poor condition and face shortages in vehicles Recommendation: Upgrade facilities, decentralise servicing and modernise technology
Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, noted that despite these challenges, the police in the Western Cape have recognised the value of the PNP report and is using its recommendations to improve service delivery and strategic interventions
ORGANISEDCRIME
The Premier’s special guest at the digicon was Mark Shaw, Executive Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime –the world’s largest organised crime think tank With one of its 14 global observatories based in Cape Town, the organisation is well-acquainted with local challenges
“It is not only the Western Cape that is affected by organised crime and gangsterism This is a huge challenge globally,” said Shaw
“We need a strategic, joined-up response We need to work together to bring together all the resources we can in a coordinated way " He outlined six recommendations for fighting organised crime:
. Ensure strong political will;
. Develop a clear and unified strategy;
. Disrupt criminal financial networks, including through the South African Revenue Service;
. Address resourcing gaps; . Prioritise the removal of illegal firearms; and . Build community resilience to reduce the influence of gangs Winde concluded, “Ultimately, we must prevent violence by building a safer society from the ground up ” . Visit https://youtu.be/SKxfLk72_S0 to watch a recording of the digicon
Premier Alan Winde,Anroux Marais (provincial minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety) and Mark Shaw (executive director,Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime).
City to clamp down on illegal angling
The City is calling on the public to help protect Rosendal dam in Durbanville by respecting existing no-fishing regulations Despite clear signage and regular patrols, illegal fishing continues to pose a serious threat to wildlife and undermine ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the area
The dam supports a variety of indigenous bird species such as cormorants cattle egrets and Egyptian geese, as well as indigenous plants forming part of the larger aquatic ecosystem Conserving this biodiversity is essential to the City’s broader environmental goals and community wellbeing
Recent events have underscored the need to stamp out unregulated angling in Cape Town’s sensitive local ecosystems At Rosendal dam, a cormorant was found dead, suspended from a tree by fishing line. The same fate nearly befell an Egyptian goose at Sonstraal dam shortly thereafter, although the bird managed to return to the water
Don’t become ‘catch of the day’ Fishing at undesignated sites and without a valid permit is illegal
According to City and CapeNature policy, all anglers must obtain a CapeNature recreational fishing licence Residents wishing to fish legally in the greater Durbanville region are encouraged to get a permit and fish only at designated City sites, such as Doordekraal dam in Bellville This serves to protect both fish populations and other, dependent species in the ecosystem Law Enforcement officers will be on patrol, and those breaking the law will be fined.
* If you witness illegal fishing or come across injured or deceased animals at any of the dams in Area North, contact Recreation and Parks at rp.enquiries@capetown.gov.za, or report it directly to Law Enforcement on 021 480 7700 Information about the permitting process is also available from the email above
Angling at nature’s expense: Illegal angling at Rosendal and other dams is inflicting significant damage on local ecosystems, causing tragic biodiversity losses The image of a cormorant found dead at Rosendal dam, suspended from a tree by fishing line, is a distressing reminder of this
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City’s keeping an eye on Milnerton
air
To safeguard residents against any potential harmful exposure to hydrogen sulphide in the Milnerton lagoon area, the City has parked a mobile air quality monitoring station at the canoe club to take ongoing readings.
An air quality monitoring station is in operation at Milnerton lagoon as part of the City’s broader efforts to restore the lagoon environment. Air quality results will also be shared with the public
Initially placed at the Woodbridge Island complex in February, the monitoring station has now been moved to a permanent location in the parking area of the Milnerton canoe club The mobile minilaboratory is equipped with a continuous air quality analyser for the full-time measuring of hydrogen sulphide (H2S) levels – the gas responsible for the rotten egg odour sometimes experienced in the area. Readings are taken every 10 to 15 seconds. Data is automatically stored and analysed to assess exposure against international standards
Since installation, the technology has helped Scientific Services detect varying levels of H2S in the area While foul odours may be experienced at times, 100 days of data indicate that there were no exceedances of the World Health Organization’s recommended maximum of 150 micrograms per 24 hours The City utilises the WHO guideline, as South Africa does not have its own H2S air quality standard
Atlantis neig watch all kitt
In July, the City enhanced the capabilities of the Oasis neighbourhood watch in Atlantis by providing the 27-member team with equipment such as bodycams, traffic control lights, LED vehicle lights and night vision goggles In 2025/26, more accredited neighbourhood watches across town will receive assistance to the tune of nearly R4,4 million via ward allocations
In addition to equipment handovers, the City s 16-year-old support programme for neighbourhood watches also includes training and skills development in areas such as
Watching out for our watches: The Atlantis is now better equipped to walk the beat th night vision goggles and the like Ald JP S Security, was there when the group receive
Die Stad doen ’n beroep op die publiek om Rosendaldam in Durbanville te help beskerm deur die bestaande verbod op hengel te gehoorsaam Ondanks duidelike inligtingstekens en gereelde patrollies hou onwettige hengel steeds ’n ernstige bedreiging in vir die natuurlewe, en ondermyn dit voortgesette pogings om die gebied te rehabiliteer n Luggehaltemoniteringstasie is in werking by die Milnerton-strandmeer as deel van die Stad se werk om die meeromgewing te herstel. Moniteringsdata sal ook aan die publiek beskikbaar gestel word.
Die Stad het in Julie noodsaaklike toerusting soos lyfkameras, verkeersbeheerligte, LEDvoertuigligte en nagsigbrille aan die Oasisbuurtwag in Atlantis oorhandig Nóg buurtwagte sal in 2025/26 soortgelyke bystand ontvang Saam met die Kaapstad Opera-koor het die
Stad in Junie en Julie vier konserte in Gugulethu, Woodstock, Pinelands en Kuilsrivier aangebied Die konserte het die opera-ervaring vir plaaslike gehore ontsluit deur dit te bring na waar mense woon
Die Stad se eerste fotovoltaïese sonkragaanleg op ’n nutsdiensskaal, wat in Atlantis geleë is, vorder goed Teen die einde van die jaar behoort 12 850 sonpanele die plaaslike omgewing van krag te voorsien. Om die aanleg waarlik deel van Atlantis te maak, is die plaaslike gemeenskap gevra om ’n gepaste naam vir die installasie te help kies Die wenner sal in Desember aangekondig word.
Ná openbare deelname funksioneer ’n aantal strate rondom Laerskool Milnerton nou op bepaalde tye van die skooldag as eenrigtingstrate. Die reëling is van toepassing van 07:00 tot 08:30 en weer van 14:00 tot 15:00
What is H2S?
H2S is a so-called ‘nuisance gas’ due to its characteristic odour, even at extremely low concentrations The gas is colourless and flammable, and toxic when found in high concentrations in confined spaces It is typically found in environments such as sewer systems, oil and gas industries, and as a by-product of certain industrial processes
No secrets
The City is also engaging the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment as well as the South African Weather Service to publish the H2S readings on the South African Air Quality Information System (SAAQIS) platform for public access This will give the public realtime access to the data, either via SAAQIS’s smartphone app or website (https://saaqis environment gov za/)
The Milnerton facility is the City’s fourteenth air quality monitoring station. The others making up the administration’s citywide air quality monitoring network are at Athlone, Atlantis, Bellville South, Bothasig, Cape Town Foreshore, Goodwood, Khayelitsha, Molteno, Plattekloof, Somerset West, Potsdam, Table View and Wallacedene
Opening up the opera world: The City and the Cape Town Opera chorus hosted four concerts in the communities of Gugulethu, Woodstock, Pinelands and Kuils River in June and July The events unlocked the opera experience for local audiences, taking it out of the traditional theatre space and bringing it to residents where they live The 45-minute performances included traditional African spirituals and operatic music More concerts are planned, so do keep an eye on your community noticeboard For more on the chorus, see www capetownopera co za
Atlantis helps pick PV’s name
The City’s first utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Atlantis is nearing completion By the end of the year, 12 850 solar panels will start to power the local grid in the area
To make the plant truly part of the Atlantis community, local residents were asked to help choose a name for the installation. The winner will be announced at an on-site ceremony in December
The R200 million solar plant project has brought about significant upskilling of local labour as well as business opportunities in the renewable-energy sector
Following public participation, the City has converted a number of roads around Milnerton Primary School into time-restricted oneways. The conversions apply from 07:00 to 08:30 and again from 14:00 to 15:00 on school days
The affected roads are Langerman Avenue (from Arum Way to Begonia Street), Begonia Street (from Langerman Avenue to Graaff Avenue) and Graaff Avenue (from Begonia Street to Zastron Road) This will create safer access for school learners and improve the flow of school traffic
Die bekende kunstenaar Gavin du Plessis van Parow-Noord, wie se kunswerke verlede jaar oorsee uitgestal en verkoop is, is op Dinsdag 9 September oorlede Sy dood is verlede week deur sy vriend en raadgewer, past Tony Sands van die Revive Worship Centre, bevestig Du Plessis, volgens Sands, is vreedsaam by Huis Uitsig in Parow-Noord, waar hy al jare ‘n inwoner was, oorlede Hy was 73 TygerBurger het verlede jaar oor Du Plessis berig toe sy kunswerke in Londen in Engeland uitgestal en verkoop is, ("Parow tot Londen", 17/4/24) Sy werk is ook by Kingsbridge Art in Bellville uitgestal Sy werke in Londen is destyds aan 'n anonieme koper verkoop Destyds is berig dat Du Plessis se kunsloopbaan in 1964 reeds begin het Hy het aan die Kaapse Technikon skone kuns gestudeer met skilder as hoofvak, is berig Hy het daarna by die Croydon College of Design in Engeland gestudeer, waar hy teaterdekor en kostuumontwerp bestudeer het Du Plessis het ook sosiaalpolitieke kortverhale geskryf en het as kunsjoernalis vryskutwerk gedoen
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Kite surfers honour Graham
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Hundreds of kite surfers and community members joined a moving paddle out at Small Bay, Bloubergstrand to honour the life of local kite surfer Graham Howes (38), whose body was recovered at sea last week
The tribute came just days after an extensive multi-agency search ended sadly, when Howes’ body was found offshore between Bloubergstrand and Dassen Island
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Howes disappeared on Sunday 7 September, after launching from Eden on the Bay for a solo kite session When he did not return by late afternoon, his family raised the alarm His kite and board were located on Monday morning, and later that day a private yacht assisting in the search recovered his body
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), together with Metro Rescue, diving units, fishing vessels, and volunteers, coordinated the search Neighbourhoodwatch groups, coast watchers and fellow kite surfers also played a vital role in shoreline patrols
TRIBUTEONTHEWATER
The Small Bay paddle out brought together fellow kite surfers, friends and supporters, with dozens forming a circle in the ocean to celebrate Howes’ life Flowers
were placed in the water as a symbol of remembrance
One fellow surfer, James Ryland, said: “Graham wasn’t just an incredible kite surfer; he was the kind of person who lifted everyone around him Today was about celebrating that energy ”
Another participant, Lindy Morris, added: “Out here, on the water he loved, we felt connected to him one last time ” Howes’ family has expressed deep gratitude to the public for their support during the search and the tribute, but has asked for privacy as they grieve their loss
Flames of sunset framed the tribute as the community gathered for Howes
will be made available for another round of public comment
Showing the Vygekraal some LUW
The Vygekraal river upgrade forms part of the City’s Liveable Urban Waterways (LUW) programme
The section to be upgraded flows from Jakes Gerwel Drive through Nantes Park, between Bridgetown, Silvertown and Kewtown towards the N2 The project scope will also include a small section of the Blomvlei and Jakkalsvlei rivers
The aim is to increase the river’s capacity to carry water, reinforce and stabilise its banks, and create a safer, more functional river corridor This will help protect nearby infrastructure, reduce the risk of flooding, and support local biodiversity
To this end, the City will be submitting a water use application in terms of section 21 of the National Water Act to allow for sediment and vegetation management, erosion control, and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure.
KORTLIKS
Die aanvangsfase van openbare kommentaar op die Stad se beplande opknapping van die Vygekraalrivier wat deel is van die Soutrivierstroomgebied, het in Julie geëindig Alle kommentaar wat ontvang is, word nou oorweeg Om vullis uit Kaapstad se watermassas te help verwyder, het die Stad R3 miljoen bestee aan die installering van 20 afvalonderskeppers in besoedelde riviere en waterlope
Stadspanne doen alles moontlik om plaveisel te herstel waar werk aan gebarste pype en ander ondergrondse dienste uitgevoer is Hoewel die lys agterstallige herstelwerk stelselmatig korter raak is dit moeilik om voor te kom aangesien nuwe voorvalle van gebarste pype gereeld aangemeld word
Die baan vir niegemotoriseerde vervoer tussen Paardeneiland en Woodstock is weer oop vir gebruik Die Stad moes die voetpaaie herstel nadat vandale en kabeldiewe die infrastruktuur beskadig het Heinings en struike is ook teruggesnoei
As a non-profit social services organisation, Badisa serves communities through 134 local programmes and branches across the Western, Northern, and Eastern Cape with a simple mission to support those in need
In the 2024-2025 financial year, Badisa increased its impact with 1 079 097 individuals reached through their network of care - from child protection to elderly care, early childhood development, substance dependency support and disability care This milestone was shared during the organisation’s Annual General
Meeting, held on Wednesday 10 September at Vredelust Church in Boston, under the theme “Futureproofing Badisa”
“Behind every number is a story A child protected, a family supported, an elder person comforted,” said Badisa CEO, Basie van Wyk “We are proud of our team of 3 700 staff and 2 645 volunteers who make this possible every day ”
KUUMBACARE
A highlight of the evening was the official launch of the Kuumba Care Day, themed "Colour the World with Care", which reflects Badisa’s commitment to instilling a culture of compassion that extends from within the organisation to communities across South Africa
In 2022, Kuumba Care was established by Badisa Tygerberg A fictional character named Kuumba from Rainbow Land is dedicated to assisting vulnerable children on Earth Badisa launched the Kuumba Care Programme, where “Kuumba” literally means "to use our creativity, to do as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than before"
The dedicated Kuumba Care Day, set to take place on 6 March 2026, will serve as an annual celebration of creativity, compassion, and community care
As part of the campaign, a special Kuumba sticker was introduced at R20
“We see Kuumba as a canvas Each sticker is a way for people to express support for our work and learn more about the care we provide,” said chair of Badisa's board, Rev Charl van Rensburg
The campaign will continue to roll out across Badisa branches and digital platforms in the months leading up to the inaugural Kuumba Care Day next year . Visit www.badisa.org.za to view the Annual Report and learn how you can get involved. Contact kuumba@badisa.org.za for more information.
LegendeCece Winanswordvereer
Die Suid-Afrikaanse Legendesmuseum het ’n geskiedkundige mylpaal bereik toe die wêreldbekende gospelsangeres Cece Winans as die heel eerste internasionale ikoon in die museum se permanente versameling opgeneem is Winans (60) is verlede maand in Kaapstad met die Internasionale Legendetoekenning vir 2025 vereer vir haar uitsonderlike bydrae tot gospelmusiek in Suid-Afrika en wêreldwyd Die toekenning is net ’n uur voor haar uitverkoopte vertoning by Sun International se Grand Arena aan haar oorhandig deur die museum se kurator, Shaun Mynhardt, en dr Clyde Kotze van die Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland
Die aand, wat 5 000 aanhangers gelok het, was deel van haar “More than this”wêreldtoer Albei vertonings in Kaapstad was uitverkoop Winans het die toekenning met dankbaarheid ontvang en gesê: “Thank you South Africa and everyone at the South African Legends Museum for this wonderful honour To God be the Glory After 45 years in the music industry it is a great honour to see how South Africa has embraced me There is a special shelf in my study for this SA Legends Award We will stay in touch ” Volgens Mynhardt beklemtoon haar opname die museum se missie om die nalatenskap van kunstenaars te vier: “Cece Winans is meer as net ’n sangeres; sy is ’n simbool van hoop, geloof en uitnemendheid Dit is vir ons ’n groot eer om haar nalatenskap in ons museum vir toekomstige geslagte te bewaar ” Die Suid-Afrikaanse Legendesmuseum,
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No such modelling has been submitted for this land
“The dangers are not hypothetical,” says Collins
“During unrest on the Dunoon–Malibongwe corridor a key evacuation route roads were blocked and impassable If it can happen during protest, it could certainly happen during an emergency Concentrating thousands of households here without proven evacuation feasibility is reckless, unlawful, and violates the National Nuclear Regulator’s mandate to protect public safety ”
Local resident Mark Hutton voiced concern: “We support housing initiatives, but this is not the place There is no way to guarantee safety in a nuclear emergency with so many people packed into this area ”
The City’s Human Settlements Strategy (May 2021) recommended that housing focus in Blaauwberg be concentrated on Du Noon and Joe Slovo, not Erf 1117 The strategy explicitly noted that development within the UPZ must carefully consider nuclear evacuation feasibility
“Promoting Erf 1117 for high-density
HAAR NAAM IS VEREWIG IN DIE MUSEUM AS DIE EERSTE INTERNASIONALE IKOON
bekend as Die Huis van Legendes, is op 19 Augustus 2019 as ’n private inisiatief begin – sonder staats- of korporatiewe finansiering Mynhardt en sy span het oor vyf jaar heen landwyd gereis om kunstenaars en akteurs te besoek en kosbare memorabilia te versamel Op 26 Januarie 2020 het die museum sy deure vir die eerste keer vir die publiek oopgemaak Teen Januarie 2026 sal die museum ’n permanente tuiste in Bloubergstrand hê, waar ’n gala-inhuldigingsgeleentheid beplan word om groot Kaapse legendes, onder wie bekende akteurs, aanbieders en sangers, te vereer Met meer as 50 000 volgelinge op sy Facebook-blad deel die museum gereeld nuus, verjaardae en “Ons Onthou”-plasings van kunstenaars Mynhardt word deur die media beskou as ’n betroubare bron wanneer daar oor die heengaan van bekende figure berig word
’NLEWENDENALATENSKAP Met 17 Grammy-toekennings en ’n loopbaan wat oor vier dekades strek, het Cece Winans oor geslagte geïnspireer Haar opname in die Suid-Afrikaanse Legendesmuseum is nie net ’n erkenning van haar wêreldwye impak nie, maar ook ’n bevestiging van haar besondere verbintenis met Suid-Afrika en sy mense Van hierdie dag is Cece Winans vir ewig deel van Suid-Afrika se lewende nalatenskap, verewig binne die mure van Die Huis van Legendes
housing contradicts the City’s own strategy,” Collins said “This raises serious questions about whether political expedience is taking precedence over public safety and lawful governance ”
CITYRESPONSE
Eddie Andrews, Deputy Mayor and Mayco member for spatial planning and environment, confirmed to TygerBurger that no development application has yet been submitted for Erf 1117
He noted that any future proposals would require comprehensive studies, including an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Traffic Impact Assessment, and disaster management planning related to Koeberg
Andrews also stressed that the City is not the competent authority under NEMA, and that environmental approvals fall under the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) or the Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEA&DP)
“To date, no EIA application has been lodged, and public participation will be conducted in line with legal requirements,” Andrews said
Shaun Mynhardt,kurator van die SA Legendesmuseum,Cece Winans en dr Clyde Kotze van die Universiteit van Wes- Kaapland is hier by die private byeenkoms‘n uur voor haar eerste optrede in die Kaap
From left: Rev Charl van Rensburg (Badisa chair), Kuumba (Badisa’s fictional character),and Basie van Wyk (Badisa CEO)
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Drive-throughlicencerenewals
The days of queuing for hours to renew your vehicle licence disc are officially over Motorists can now renew their vehicle licence discs in under five minutes without leaving their cars
The City of Cape Town has launched South Africa's first drive-through vehicle licensing renewal facility in Brackenfell, transforming a tedious bureaucratic process into a swift, seamless experience This pioneering facility allows motorists to renew their vehicle licence discs without stepping foot outside their cars
Early trials show the entire process takes less than five minutes when paperwork is in order
CASHLESSANDCONVENIENT
The facility operates exclusively for motor vehicle licence renewals and accepts only debit and credit card payments no cash is kept on the premises
"The City is excited to bring this innovation to Brackenfell," said Mayco member for finance Siseko Mbandezi "The drive-through aims to make life easier for
motorists now you can simply drive up, pay by card, receive your new disc and be on your way
"This new facility is another innovation ensuring the City remains the most trusted and convenient motor vehicle licence renewal agent We encourage motorists to experience the convenience of renewing your disc from the comfort of your vehicle," says Mbandezi
Motorists who've received SMS renewal notices need only present their mobile phones The drive-through vehicle licensing renewal facility, located on the corner of Reservoir Road and Kruispad, is open Monday to Friday grom 11:30 to 19:30 and on Saturdays between 11:00 and 14:30
The City, acting as agents for the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), is working to extend weekday operating hours, with new times to be announced shortly Plans are already underway to explore additional drive-through locations across the city
This launch follows the City's successful rollout of its online booking system, which allows residents to schedule appointments for motor vehicle licensing and registrations, municipal account payments, general enquiries and payment arrangements The online booking service is currently available at selected branches, with expansion planned throughout the year
City of Cape Town official Jean-Pierre Kitshoff
in Brackenfell
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WCT dominates luxury property market
The five top suburbs in the country now boast an average house price upwards of R20 million, all located in Cape Town which makes up nine of the top 10 suburbs by price value for this year, according to the Seeff Property Group A record 146 properties have sold for over R20 million, generating over R5 billion in value for this year so far – exceeding the total for the whole 2024-year in volume and value Of these, 15 sold for
over R50 million with four priced over R100 million (two each in Clifton and Constantia). Record prices already achieved include R65 million for an apartment (Bantry Bay) and R104,5 million for a house (Constantia Upper), both sold by Seeff Cape Town’s high-net-worth suburbs have surged further in value The top five suburbs include Clifton (R25m), Bantry Bay R23m), Llandudno (R21,5m), Constantia Upper (R21,4m) and Bishopscourt (R20,9m).
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