TygerBurger | Durbanville | 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
Provinceresponds toxenophobic threats,unrest
The Western Cape Government has activated aJoint Operations Centre (JOC)tocoordinate aprovincialresponsetosocialunrest linked to illegal immigration, after Premier Alan Winde and severalmembers of his Cabinet convened an emergency-planning meeting.
JOINTOPERATIONSCENTREACTIVATED
The JOC, ledbythe Provincial Disaster ManagementCentre (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 andeffective response.
All role-players are working together to identify flash points and defuse tensions, with thepolice actively monitoring socialmedia platforms for potential threats.
FOUR-POINTPLANTOMAINTAINORDER
The province's responseplan is anchored in four keypriorities: visible policing in hot spots, strengthening intelligence networks, proactive communications, and rapid mediation andengagement.
The International Relations Directorate, within theDepartment of the Premier, has also maintained regular contact with several foreign missions.
PREMIERWARNSAGAINSTESCALATION
Winde expressedserious concern over apotential escalation thatcould lead to further social unrest, noting that several demonstrations have already been held
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“Thecarers are the backbone of our facility. They provide the support that enable ourresidents to live with dignity, purpose,and as much independence as possible. Ensuring that they have safe and secureaccommodation is not aluxury it is anecessity,”says Moore.
GENEROSITY
The centre has been greatly encouraged by thegenerosity of professionals who havealready stepped forward to assist.
“Structural engineer Johan van Eeden of JVE Consulting Engineers Inc. and CharlesJewaskiewitz of Paintmaster have generously contributed their expertise and professional time on apro bono basis to helpHAO assess theextent of the damage and plan the necessary repairs.
“Based on theengineer's recommendations andthe preliminary Bill of Quantities, HAO is seeking to raise approximately R180 000 to undertake the urgentremedial work,” he says.
The repairs will include structural floor stabilisation andrepairs; foundation support corrections; wall stabilisation and crack repairs; drainage improvements; plaster restoration andfinishing; repainting and protective coatings; general safety and preventative measures.
FINALCOSTS
As with many structuralrepair projects, portionsofthe building will need to be opened for inspection during the repair process. Finalcosts may therefore vary depending on conditions uncovered beneaththe affected floor areas.
“Thisappeal is notabout improving theappearance of abuilding. It is about safeguarding thepeople who provide essential caretosome of the most vulnerable members of our community,” Moore urges.
HAO is therefore appealing for assistance in any form, including: . Financial sponsorships or donations . Building materials
PREMIER CONVENES EMERGENCY PLANNING MEETINGINRESPONSE TO SOCIAL UNREST
and that more are planned in the coming days. He strongly urged organisersand demonstrators to conduct themselves peacefully.
"While we respect every resident's right to protest, thismust be done withinthe confines of the law. We urge residents to 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."
CALLTOUNDOCUMENTEDFOREIGNNATIONALS
TheWestern Cape Government has welcomed the interventions implemented by the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration constituted by President Cyril Ramaphosa and has offered itssupport to the committee's work wherever necessary. Winde called on all foreign nationals living in the province without the required legal documentation to take immediatesteps to regularise their status in accordance with the country's immigration laws.
. Cement, bricks, sand and aggregate
. Reinforcing steel and concrete products
. Paint and plaster materials
. Drywalling materials
. Paving or drainage materials
. Skilled labour or contractor assistance
. Transport and logistical support
RELIESONCOMMUNITYSUPPORT
As aregistered non-profit organisation, HAO relies heavily on community support to maintain itsfacilities and 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
In front are(from left) residents Freddie vander Walt,TerenceMooreand Rosabelle Riesewith (at the back) Johan vanEeden (JVE Consulting Engineers Inc) and CharlesJewaskiewitz (Paintmaster)
CounterfeitgoodsseizedinBellville
The police have seized counterfeit goods valued at morethan R100 million from aBellville shopping complexfollowing twoseparate operations conducted within aweek. Thefirst operation took place on Tuesday9June in the Bellville CBDwhen members of the police together with brand protectors conducted asearch-and-seizure operation at ashopping complex. Awide rangeofcounterfeit items was confiscated,
wascelebratingYouthDay, 16 June, authorities returned to the same shopping complex. The police's nationaland Western Cape counterfeit andillicit goods units, supported by arange of internal and externalstakeholders, conducted afurther multidisciplinary operation in which more than 40 shops were targeted. Counterfeit goods withanestimated value of R10million were seized, including high-end counterfeit branded clothing,
million within asingle week —aresult that authorities say underscores the scale of theillegal trade operating from the area.
The operationsform part of nationwide efforts to dismantle the trade in counterfeit and illicit goods, which pose athreat to public safety, legitimate businessesand thecountry's economy.
TWORAIDS NET MORE THAN R100 MILLION WORTHOFFAKEBRANDED PRODUCTS AT SHOPPING COMPLEXT
The event brought togethermore than 100 young people from Fisantekraal to actively contribute to environmental restorationand conservationefforts in their community.
It was supported by theCityof Cape Town's water and sanitation department, the FisantekraalGrow With Us children'sgarden group, and Fisantekraal's YoungstarsUnited Soccer Club,demonstrating thestrength of local youthpartnerships in creating positive environmental change, said Danielle Cronje, director and co-founder of MRCT
INDIGENOUSWETLANDPLANTS
During the planting day, participants rehabilitated a130 msectionofthe Mosselbank River wetland by planting atotal of 740 indigenous wetland plants. Species planted included Bolboschoenus maritimus, Cyperustextilis, Zantedeschia aethiopica, Watsonia meriana and Monopsis lutea.These plants were carefully selected to enhance biodiversity, stabilise riverbanks and assistinerosion control along the river corridor.
VITALROLE
The event highlighted the vital role that young people play in protecting and restoring the natural environment.
“By involving youth in hands-on conservation activities, MRCT is helping to cultivate environmental awareness, stewardship, and asense of responsibility for local natural resources. Youth participation in environmentalprojects not only contributes to immediate conservation outcomes but also helps develop future leaders who understand environmental management,”Cronje said.
BarbaraClarke of Mercy AIDS added: “Planting to help river rehabilitation along with the MRCT team was fun for us, and we learned new thingsabout river plants.”
CONSERVATION TEAM HOSTS RIVER PLANTING EVENTWITH YOUNGPEOPLE
SINCEREAPPRECIATION
The MRCT extended its sincere appreciationtoall participants, volunteers, andpartner organisations who contributed to thesuccess of the Youth Dayplantingevent.”Through continued collaboration andcommunity involvement, MRCTremainscommitted to restoring theMosselbank Riverand creating a healthier,more resilient environment for future generations,” Cronje concluded. She invitedpeople to join the MRCT fortheir upcomingevents: Mandela Day on 18 Julyand World Cleanup Dayon19 September . Anyone who wants to partner or volunteer must contactMRCTmanagement at mosselbankconservationteam@gmail.com
TheFisantekraal Grow With Us children garden group is a localgardening group forchildren in Fisantekraal,initiated by Mercy Aids to involvethe youth in communityfood gardens projects.
Morethan 100 young volunteersjoinedfor the Youth Dayevent at the MosselbankRiver PHOTOS:DANIELLECRONJE
From left areDino Meyer,Khayone Nozombileand Inam Johnson,allmembers of the YoungstarsUnited Soccer Club busy planting indigenous wetland plants.
Volunteers planting wetland plants at the Mosselbank River.
Bless aBabycalls forMandela Dayvolunteers
BlessaBabyisinviting everybody to maketheir67 minutes matteronMandelaDay by bringing hopeto vulnerablemothers and their newborn babies. Theevent is being presented on Friday 17 July Volunteers willbepacking Bags of Hope forfamilies in need to help giveanewborn abeautifulbeginning. Those who cannot attend the event, canstill contributebydonating baby essentialssuchas
clothing (0 to 3months, and 3to6months), nappies, blankets, soap,petroleum jelly(100ml) and toothbrush sets. They canalsodonate R67ormorein cash to contribute.
Bookingis essentialand spaces arelimited.
. Visithttps://www.quicket.co.za/ events/379767-bless-a-baby-mandela-day/#/ to bookyourspot
Friends holds book sale at Durbanville library
TheFriends of Durbanville Librarywillholdtheir usual month-end book sale on Friday 26 June,from 09:00to16:00,and Saturday27June,from09:00 to 12:00 "Thank youtothe book donors. Youare our
mainstay and enableustobuy newbooksfor the libraryand fund the holiday programmes for children," says aspokesperson. Book donations can be dropped off at the libraryduring the week . Phone083 3060594withenquiries
Helpfill1000 JarsofHope
For nearly three decades, Rachel’s Wishes has been serving vulnerable communities across theWestern Capewith one simplemission: to bring dignity, comfort and hope to children and families who need it most.
“Foundedafterthe tragic loss of our daughter, Rachel,atthe age of three, our work has grown into alifeline for many supporting early childhood development, literacy, community upliftment and
NON-PROFITPLANS TO DISTRIBUTE FOOD AND CLOTHINGTOPOVERTYSTRICKENCOMMUNITIES
1000JARS
This year they will be filling 1000 jars for distribution to Kleinvlei, Bishop Lavis and Blikkiesdorp in Delft, “three
Cablewaytocloseforservice
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) will temporarily suspend operations at the iconic Table Mountain foran annual maintenanceperiod, from Monday27 July to Sunday 9August
The two-week shutdown formspartof the company's longstanding commitment to safety, reliability and world-class operational standards.
UPGRADESANDINSPECTIONS
TMACC said in astatement the closure will allowits skilledtechnical teamto carry out acomprehensive programme of scheduled inspections, mechanical
upgrades, andessentialmaintenancework on therotary cablecar system
This annual process is acritical componentonthe company's operational calendar, ensuring that all equipment, infrastructure, and safety systems are thoroughly assessed andserviced before a
busy summerseason later in the year
TOURISTATTRACTION
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, which first opened in 1929, remains one of South Africa's most visited tourist attractions, welcomingthousands of local and international visitors annually.
The rotary cablecars,which offer 360-degreeviews during the ascent and descent, are subjecttorigorous international safety protocols making annual maintenancenot only routine but essential.
TMACC said alternative ways to experience Table Mountain, including
several well-maintained hiking trails,will remain accessible to the publicthroughout the maintenance period, weather permitting.
For those celebrating birthdays in July or August, the TMACC has confirmed that the timing of the closure will stillallow sufficient time within both months to redeem acomplimentary birthday return ticket.
Visitors are advised to check the official website for terms and conditions relating to the birthday ticket offer.
. Book ticketsinadvance throughthe
TableMountain Aerial Cableway websiteto secure your spot
NewDurbanvilleLionspresidentelected
Durbanville Lions Clubwelcomed Elizabeth Barnard as its newly inducted club president during aspecial ceremony at theDurbanvilleRose Gardenon Saturday 13 June.
Barnard has been amember of Lions for three years and hasmade asignificant impact through her commitment to serving others.
In recognition of her contribution, she was awarded the prestigious Lion of the Year Award in 2025.
Passionate aboutsupporting senior citizens, Barnard dedicates much of her time to volunteering at local oldage homes and serving through her church.
She has also played an active role in numerous communityprojects undertaken by theDurbanville Lions Club, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to making adifference.
Hermotto for the year is “Together, where there is aneed, let usbethe reason there is hope”.
SERVESTHECOMMUNITY
The Lions Clubs International (LCI)isaglobal service organisation withaprimary purpose to servethe community and improve the wellbeing of people worldwide.
The organisation, founded in 1917 by Melvin Jones, focuses on arange of humanitarian efforts.
The Durbanville Lions Club specifically focuses on hunger relief projects, vision care, disaster relief, environmental protectionand any other humanitarian needs that might be identified in the community.
VALEDICTORYADDRESS
In her valedictoryaddress, outgoing president DanielleCronje thanked the club for their support in the lasttwo years.
“While our clubmay only have 11 members, what we have achieved
NEW PRESIDENT PASSIONATEABOUT SENIORS
together over the past 12 months is nothing short ofremarkable.Asa team, wehave served7317 people, contributed 1156 volunteer service hours,and facilitatedoverR48 000 in donations. These numbers are atestament to thecommitment, generosity and hard work of every memberofour club,” she said.
Some of the projects included assistingwithdonations to storm victims, supported soup kitchens and otherhunger related projects, acare pack drive for seniors homes, support to the Cup Cakes of Hope project, volunteering at theBlisters for Bread Walk,knitting for theBless aBaby Project, as well as tree planting and environmentalclean-ups.
CLUBAWARDS
The club alsoacknowledged the Lions who have served with excellence in the last year. The award forMostDedicated Lion was awarded to Judy Young, the award for Dedicated to Service to Vanessa Velati andLionofthe YeartoAnne Friedenthal.
Danielle Cronje was alsoawarded the Louis Volks Humanitarian Award by the Durbanville LionsClub. This awardis the highest recognition of LionsMultiple District410, which recognises outstandingcommunity involvement, honouringindividuals who have excelled in community service.
The club will be hosting ahorse racing fundraiseronFriday 3July at FairmontHighSchool at 18:30. . Anyone interested in volunteeringor to join theclub, must contactDurbanville Lionsatinfo.durbanvillelionsclub@gmail. com.
Elizabeth Barnard,newlyelected president,with Hendri Terblanche,councillor forWard21.
PHOTO:DANIELLE CRONJE
Danielle Cronje wasawarded the Louis Volks Humanitarian Awardfor her work in the Durbanville community. PHOTO: DE WETT CRONJE
From left areJudy Young (Most DedicatedLion),VanessaVelati (Dedicated to Service) andAnne Friedenthal (Lionofthe Year). PHOTO:DANIELLE CRONJE
Themembers of the Durbanville Lions Club are(back from left) Marie Treurnich,Keith Shaw,DeWettCronje,André Kok and Elizabeth Barnard.In the middleare Judy Young,Anne Friedenthal,Vanessa Velati and Danielle Cronje,and (in front) BrianGray. PHOTO:BEVIL LAKEY
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.
KORTLIKS
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 popularbook market, which generated arecord-breaking R9 000 in sales —the most ever achieved.
WELCOME
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.
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.
“The constant flow of visitors throughout the day and the record booksales demonstratehow strongly the community continues to support our residents and the work of the centre,” adds Allen Petersen,
STRONG PUBLIC SUPPORT HELPS QUADRIPLEGIC CENTRE TO RAISER14 000 IN FUNDS
also amarket coordinator.
SPECIALTHANKS
Specialthanks were extended to market coordinators Jean van der Merwe, Allen Petersenand Ilze Swart fortheir dedicationinorganising the event
CONTRIBUTIONS
HAO also acknowledgedthe valuable contributions of volunteers, residents, staff and supporters whoassisted with preparation, set up, sales andfundraising activities,says Rosabelle Riese, also a resident of the centre.
“The wintermarket andbook sale once again provedthatcommunity support remainsone of HAO’s greatest strengths, Riese says.
RAISINGFUNDS
Beyond raising much-needed funds,the event brought people together in aspirit of friendship, generosity andinclusion while helping tosupport residents living with severephysical disabilities, accordingto the centre.
“HuisAndries Olivier extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered or supported the event in any way.
Every contributionhelped makethe day amemorable success,”she says.
IlzeSwart (right),amarket coordinator,was in charge of book sales,which generated
income.
Visitors browse through the itemsonsale.
THINKING OUTLOUD
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
THEEWATERSKLOOF DAMATDUSK: Finalreflections as the dayfadesaway. PHOTO:CARINAROUX
LSDurbanville presteerinsport
Leerders van die LaerskoolDurbanville het in rugby en netbal uitgeblink.
Eckart de Vries en Arno Engelbrecht is vir die WP-akademiespan gekies. Die span neem van 28 Junie tot3 Julie in Bloemfontein aan die o.13Cravenweektoernooi deel. "Hierdie prestasie is 'n beloning vir harde werk, toewyding en deursettingsvermoë, en ons is ongelooflik trots op wat hullereeds bereikhet," sê 'n woordvoerder vandie skool. Altesame 11 netbalspelersis vir WP-spanne in hul onderskeie ouderdomsgroepe gekies, en een vir die Wes-Kaap-span.
LEERDERSWORD GEKIES VIRVERSKEIE PROVINSIALE SPANNE IN ONDERSKEIDELIK RUGBYENNETBAL
Die o.10A-, o.11A-, o.12A-eno.13Anetbalspanne het ook op Saterdag 30 Mei aan die eindstryd van die Cape Town League deelgeneem. Die o.11A-span het goud gewen, die o.12A-eno.13Aspannehet silwergewen en daarmee gekwalifiseer om aan die Wes-Kaap Skolenetbalkampioenskapdeel te neem.Die o.10A-spanhet brons gewen.
Die netbalspelers watvir die WestelikeProvinsie- en Wes-Kaap-spanne gekies is,is(voor vanlinks) Leadu Toit (o.12WP),Lia Meyer(o.11 WP),Ané vanZyl (o.11WP),LienkeGrobbelaar (o.11WP),LienkadeJager (o.13 WP)enMikaBekker(o.11 WP).AgterisMiekevan Eck(o.13 WP),Isabella Laubser(o.12 WP),SilkeAucamp (o.13 WP),JonelDirkse vanSchalkwyk (o.13WP),Zoë vanZyl (o.11WP) en Kayleevan de Wal(o.13 Wes-Kaap).
Groentjiesbesoekmuseum
DieGroentjiesklub van die Laerskool Bellville-Noord het die tweede kwartaal se aktiwiteite op ‘n hoënoot afgesluit met ‘n besoekaan die Ysterplaat-lugmagmuseum op Saterdag 20 Junie.
Diegroephet vir die tweede keer die museumaangedoenendit was weer eens ‘n onvergeetlike ervaring.
‘n Vrywilliger, Enle Li, het as gids opgetreeendie kinders persoonlik deur die museum gelei. Sy natuurlike aanvoeling vir kinders het die dag ekstra spesiaal gemaak,endie hele span by die museumhet die besoekers hartlik verwelkom.
Diekinders hetook die museum se klein snoepie besoekvir boereworsrolle en verversings.
Speelgoedvliegtuigieswat by die winkelstalletjie gekoop is, het gou die lug in die loods gevul—tot groot vermaak van almal.
“Die Meerkatte se gedrag was ‘n voorbeeld
vir die hele skool,”sê‘nwoordvoerder van die skool. Lede en belangstellendes word genooi na ‘n spesiale geleentheid op Saterdag 27 Junie as die historiese Shackleton se
EnleLi(met dieglimbaadjie) vertel die kinders meer vandie vegvliegtuie watdeurdie lugmaggebruik is.
enjins weer aan die gang gesit word. Hulle sal moontlik ook kan sien hoe die vliegtuig teruggestuur word na die loods.
Arno Engelbrecht
Eckart de Vries
Vermaak // Entertainment
Stellenboschhou Kamermusiekfees
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
MUSICI VANVERSKEIE LANDE KOMBYMEKAAR
by dieFranschhoek-kamermusiekfees plaaslike gehore gaande gehad. Hy maak sy buigingbydie fees metwerkevan CesarFranck, JörgWidmannen Glière. Op dielaastedag vandie fees sluitEmanuil
Ivanov by LaiPangaan virMendelssohn se energieke concertovir viool en klavier
Ander tjellistewat vanjaargaan optree,sluit PeterMartens (feesdirekteur), Boris Andrianov en DavidCohen in. AndrianovenCohen is lank reeds gunstelingeby diefees. Andrianovtreeop9Julie as solisop, terwyl Cohendie treffende tjello concerto vanSchnittkeop 10 Juliesaammet diefees-simfonieorkessal uitvoer BLAASINSTRUMENTE
Onder diehoutblasers watvanjaarhul 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 klarinetspelvan YaoGuang Zhai word weer gehoor in werkevan Mo rt,Amanda Harbe Ante Grgi
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.
Theo Crous andArno Carstens
Pawn and drive + Other loans. W/App "Hi" to 082 359 2546
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