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THURSDAY29JANUARY

. TheR5book sale at Durbanville Children's Home willtakeplace on Thursday29Januaryand Friday 30 Januaryfrom09:00to15:00,and on Saturday31 Januaryfrom09:00to13:00 in the receptionarea. Therewillbea selection of text books–all at R5 each. Also CDs, DVDs and books, including children'sbooks and coffee-tablebooks, willbeonsale.

. Join a5km socialfun run/walk in supportofTEARS Animal Rescue from JARRYDSinSea Point,calledKudostothe Cause. JARRYDSwilldonateR50 to TEARS forevery runner taking part,and you’ll geta free coffee.Bethere at 06:00 to startrunning at 06:30 Dogs arewelcome!Register at:www.nonamehg.com/ event-details/kudos-to-the-cause-5km-run-tears-2

SATURDAY31JANUARY

. Read To Riseand itsmascot, Oaky the Acorn, will host itsannual Cape FlatsBook FestivalatWest End PrimarySchool in Lentegeur on Saturdayand Sunday, 31 Januaryand 1February. Thefestivalisfilled with poetry,storytelling, authors,workshops, mascots, puppet shows,giveaways and much more.Entrance is free.Visit readtorise.co.za/book-festivalfor more informationabout the festival.

SATURDAY31JANUARY

. FunkelsThrift market takesplace between 11:00 and 16:00 at Kraaifontein Civic Centre.Prelovedfashion, vintagegems and bargainfinds -everything under R50. Come forgreat music, good vibes, and tasty food.Freeentry.For more information, call Garthon 078638 1540

.TheEdgemead Library is hosting asecond-hand book sale at the libraryfrom09:00to12.00.The book sale is hosted by the FriendsofEdgemead Library They have alarge selection of donated adultand children’sfiction and non-fiction books, as well as puzzles, CDs, DVDs and magazines forsale. Prices rangefromR5upwards peritem. Card paymentsare accepted forpurchases of R50and over

SUNDAY1FEBRUARY

. Edgemead’s largest indoorsecondhand market takesplace at the Edgemead Community Hall in Edgemead Drivefrom08:00 14:00.All kindsof secondhand household,collectables, bric-a-brac, prelovedclothing and much more will be on sale

SATURDAY7FEBRUARY

. TheCapeTownGem and Mineral Club will be having itsOpen Dayfrom10:00 to 14:00 at 14aGoede Hoop Street,Bothasig.All arewelcome,frommineral specimencollectors, to friends, families and especially children. Free entrance. Learnmoreabout the hobby of crystal, gemand mineral specimencollecting, related craftwork,orbuy from member traders. Visit www. ctminsoc.org.zaoremail admin@ctminsoc.org.za

THURSDAY12FEBRUARY

. Durbanville Business is presenting an exclusive evening of networking, dinner and aguided tour of Stadio Higher Education's prestigious newDurbanville campus from 18:00.DrStanduPlessis, chiefexecutive officerofStadio Higher Education, will be the guest speaker.The cost is R150for members and R350 for non-members, dinner and wine included. Seatsare limited.Confirm attendance before 8Februaryby email to info@durbanvillesakekamer.co.za

SATURDAY14FEBRUARY

. Love willbeinthe airthisValentine’s Dayas MdzanandaAnimalClinic &Shelter hosts itsValentine’s Picnic forPaws -a special fundraising event in supportofthe animalsofKhayelitsha -from10:00 to 14:00 at JoostenbergBistro& Deli.The event promises arelaxed and memorablepicnicexperiencefilled withgoodfood, greatcompany,and ameaningful cause. Well-behaveddogsare welcometojointheir owners on the day. Ticketsare availablevia Quicket Visit www.mdzananda.co.zaoremail Kellyonfund@ mdzananda.co.zafor more information.

DONDERDAG19FEBRUARIE

. DieTygerberg Tuin- en Blommeklub spring diejaar wegmet Ruan Eastes se praatjie oorbromelias en DianadeVos se praatjie oorPot-et-fleur.Die tema vandie blommekunskompetisie is "Tradisioneel vertikaal". Dieklubhet 'n propvolprogram metinteressanthede elkederde Woensdagvan diemaand by dieNG kerk ParowWelgelegen(La Provence47, Welgelegen) om 09:30 vir 10:00.Tee word vanaf09:30 bedien. Bel BeatrixLambert-Bestbier by 082873 9864vir meer inligting.

VRYDAG20FEBRUARIE

. DieWeg-stapfees word vanVrydag20tot Sondag 22 FebruariebyMeerendal buite Durbanville aangebied. Stappers kankies uit verskeie afstande. Daar sal'n6km-, 'n 10km-, 12 km- of 21 km-stap oordie naweek aangebied word.Skryf in vir een, twee of drie staptogte of al drie dae. Daar salook koffie-, bier-en kosstalletjies wees, asook'nekspo-ruimtemet interessanteuitstallings. Besoek wegstapfees.topevents. co.zaominteskryf

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Puikspeurwerk deur 'n ondersoekbeampte van die Durbanville-polisie oor meer as 'n jaar heen het vrugte afgewerp toe 'n moordenaar verlede Dinsdag (20Januarie) 15 jaar direkte tronkstrafopgelê is. Randal Louw(22) vanFisantekraal is Maandag in die Bellville-streekhof gevonnis vir die moord op Donald Jonkers (15) in 'n bendeverwante voorval op 10 Oktober2024. Nog 'n slagoffer, Jerodin Eimon (19), is noodlottig in die skietery getref.

Diedrie verdagtes is in hegtenis geneem. Die ondersoekbeampte, AO HeinrichMarais,het metsydeeglike ondersoek genoeg bewyse ingesamel om die beskuldigde aan die pen te laat ry, lui 'n mediaverklaring deur die provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder.

Buiten15jaar direkte tronkstraf is Louw ook 10 jaar tronkstrafvir die besit van 'n ongelisensieerde vuurwapen en 12 maande vir die onwettige besit van ammunisie opgelê. Die drie vonnisse sal samelopend uitgedien word.

Sy medebeskuldigdes salinFebruarie gevonnis word. Hierdie vonnisoplegging sal deur 'n anderlanddros behartig word omdat die landdros wat Louw gevonnis het,een van hierdie twee beskuldigdes tevore in 'n andersaak gevonnis het. Diédeeglikespeurwerk hetdaartoe bygedra dat Marais verlede jaar as die Durbanville-polisie se Beste Speurder vir AlgehelePrestasie vir 2025 aangewys is. Volgens kol. Gonum Munsamy, stasiekommissaris vandie Durbanvillepolisie,ishyvir sy professionele werkwyse beloon

AO Heinrich Marais is verledejaar as dieDurbanvillepolisie se BesteSpeurder vir AlgehelePrestasie vir 2025 aangewys.By homiskol.Gonum Munsamy, stasiekommissaris vandie Durbanville-polisie

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DieHoërskool Bellville het Vrydag sy ondersteuninggewys deur ’n tikkiegeel te dra vir die hoofmeisie van die Laerskool Panorama, Welgelegen, wat 'n dapper stryd teen kanker voer. Hulle het ook 'n flash gedoen wat op hul Facebook-blad geplaas is, waar hulle 'n geel hartjie vormomhul ondersteuningtetoon

'n Back-a-Buddy-geldinsamelingsveldtog is tans aan die gang om geld in te samel vir Chánterie van Rensburg, 'n gr. 7-leerder.Syisvroeër vandeesmaand met 'n seldsame en aggressiewe vorm van kanker gediagnoseer. Die publiek se hulp word gevra om hierdie veldtog te ondersteun.

Shopriteisincreasing its useofsolar power.

Retailergrows sustainability

The Shoprite Grouphas achieved a major sustainabilitymilestone with the installation of its 100th solar photovoltaic (PV) system, 10 years after launching its first solar project in 2015.

In 2024, the groupbecame one ofthe first companiestowheel renewable electricity through the City of Cape Town’s grid. It is currently wheeling electricity to eleven sites, including itsHomeOffice in Brackenfell, and is actively seeking further wheelingpartners.

With an installed capacity of over43 300 Kilowatt-peak (kWp),the retailer’s solar portfolio ranksamong the largest of any South African privatecompany. Currently, rooftop solar systems generate enough clean electricity to power nearly 12 300 households annually.

“In 2015, we made along-term commitment to reduce our carbon footprint and play an active role in addressing SouthAfrica’s energy challenges. The installationofour 100th solar PV system reflects thesignificant progress we’ve made in recent years. Our accelerated effortstomeet sciencebased targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expandingrenewable energy are crucial steps on the path to achieving net-zero emissionsby 2050,”

says Sanjeev Raghubir, chief sustainability officer at the group.

Inthe 2025 financial year, 7,2% of the group’s electricitycame from renewable sources,upfrom 6,5%inthe 2024 financial yearand above the group’s internal target.

The retailer consumed 151 243 MWh of renewable energy, reducing carbon emissions by 137 026 tCO2e. The Group has alsofitted 1397 refrigerated trailers, which forms part of its fleetoperations, withsolar panels, saving3,2 litres of diesel per trailerper day andreducing emissions by an additional 6000 tCO2e.

The retailer continues to explore wheeling projects– whereelectricity is boughtand soldbetween private partiesover the existing transmission grid –todiversify andexpand its renewable energysources. Theinterventions helped to reduce the retailer’s electricity costs, increased efficiency andenhanced business resilience.

“Our focus is on scalingthese initiatives by increasingsolar installations and expanding wheeling arrangements across oursupermarkets anddistribution centres. We will continue to engage with landlords andpartners to unlock greater access to cleanenergy, particularly in malls where we don’t own therooftops,” Raghubir said.

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HERMANJANSEN

“Anextraordinary,high-level, dramaticevent in lawnbowls.”

Thisishow Wikipedia describes the rare featrecentlyachieved by Durbanville bowler EtienneMalherbe (66) when he physically brokeintwo the jackwith one of his trademark cannonball drives

The wiry Malherbe, known as ET, playedsecond in theEdgemead Classic recently in afours team skipped by young Edgemead WP starArmand Ascaray and WP stalwards Adre’Barnard (third) and SchalkKotze (lead)

“After so manyyearsoftrying, ET finally managed to break the jack,” Morne’ de Wet,Durbanville’s flag convenor, joked on aWhatsApp post shortly afterwards. Malberbe, the WP veteran champion in 2025, defended his title at Glenlast Sunday. He easily beat Gert Nieuwenhuys from SomersetWest with 21-10 in the final.

With one of his trademark full-blooded drives, themarker could not get out of the wayintime and was hit on theleg!

RAREOCCURRENCE

“The breakingofthe jack” is borne out by thefact thatthe internet only comes up with one famousexample, that of Scotland’s Paul Foster (52)

The13-time world indoor champion broke the jack in aworld tour event in 2017.

Malherbe is aversatile all-roundsportsman, professional tennis coach, and former Free State cricketer.

He has been playing bowls, with acouple of breaks, for 24 years and won the WP Veteran Championship last year

INSIDEEAR

“A number of elements played apart in the splitting of the jack,” recalls Malherbe.

“It was right against an opposition bowl, with two other bowls ametre or so in front on both sides. It was avery narrow port to get to the jack. Armand (the skip) told me to drive to burnthe head (to replay it).

“I got an inside ear from afront bowl and connected the jack at just the right angle to break it.

“It was acomplete fluke. Also, it was an old jack which had taken yearsofknocks. Anew one would not have broken,” he explains. As stipulated by the rules, the head had to be replayed.

“When Istarted playing, everyone said ‘bowling is adrawing game’. They still do, but Iwanted to express my personality and add an extra weapon to my arsenal the drive!”

Movetobandrinkinganddriving

The Department of Transport is moving to implement atotal ban on drinkingand drivingwhilst breathalysers areset to be installed in taxi vehicles to prevent intoxicated drivers from operating their vehicles.

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced plans to amend Section 65 of theNational Road Traffic Act to introduce azero-tolerance policy that would prohibit any alcohol consumption before driving “The time has come for us to amend the law so we have aclear-cut, easy-tounderstand and unambiguous policy thatsays drinking and driving is not allowed,” Creecy said at amedia briefing on the 2025/26 festive season roadsafety performance.

Theminister described the current law, whichallows regular drivers up to 0.05g per 100ml of blood and professionaldrivers up to 0.02g, as “totally unacceptable”.

“Our driving and drinkingpolicy was formulated almost 30 yearsago.Intoday’s SouthAfrica it is totally unacceptablethat there is alaw that allows people to drink and then drive,” Creecy stated.

“I have never understood this,I cannot explain thistoanyone who has lost a parent, abrother, asister, achild asa result of aroad accident.”

BREATHALYSERSFORTAXIINDUSTRY

The South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) PresidentAbnar Tsebe announced that breathalysers are to be installed in taxi vehicles “immediately”, with the focus on long-distance taxis “for now”, especially ahead ofthe Easter holidays.

Before ataxi driver takes atrip, they must complete abreathalyser testwhich will be linked to the vehicle. If it shows the driver has been drinking alcohol, the vehicle will not start Tsebe said drivers must complete another breathalyser test after drivinga certain number of kilometres and there are camera systems in vehicles “soweare able to monitorthat they aredoing the rightthing”.

He added that whilst it will take a

lengthy period to install breathalysersin alltaxivehicles, Santaco will be starting at thetaxiranks with its marshalls in collaboration withits taxi associations.

FESTIVESEASONSTATISTICS

REVEALALARMINGTRENDS

Preliminary data indicates a5% reductioninfatalities andaccidents during the latest festive season compared to the previousyear, with 1427 fatalities recorded from 1172 road accidents.

However, roadblocks during the festive season revealedconcerning statistics Officers conducted 1632 roadblocks and checked 1.8million vehicles, with 173 695 drivers tested for alcohol consumption. Of these, 8561 testedpositive, marking a 144% increase from thesame period the previous year.

The highest recorded blood-alcohol reading wasinKwaZulu-Natal, where onedriver tested 14 times above the legal limit.

Creecy noted that 40% of accidents occurred between 15 and28December and involved private vehicles on back routes in the evenings.

“Thosefactors tellusthatthese were nottravellers who were movingtoalong distance destination. These were party revellers whohad accidents, serious accidents that resulted in several deaths,” she explained.

SUPPORTFORPOLICYCHANGES

The proposedchangeshave received backing from various quarters. Kashifa Ancer, campaign managerofthe Rethink Your Drink campaign,welcomedthe announcement

“This is along-overdue policy shift. Alcohol-related road deaths arepredictable,and treating them as

inevitable has costlives,” Ancer said.

The campaign noted thateach unit of alcohol consumedwithin an hour raises blood alcohol concentration by about 0.02g%, with additional units consumed quickly furtherincreasing injury risk GOOD councillor andMayco member for economic development and spatial planninginTshwane, Sarah Mabotsa, alsoexpressedsupport for the proposed amendment.

“GOOD supports the callfrom the national ministeroftransport to amend Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act so that driving after any drinking of alcohol is totally prohibited,” Mabotsa said.

“Alcohol is proven to slow down perceptionand response times for drivers, makingthe roads unsafe for drivers who drink, andunsafe for their passengers, other drivers, andpedestrians.”

Mabotsa highlightedthatwith11418 road deaths in 2025 andover 8500 drivers testingpositive for alcohol during the festive season,stronger measures are needed.

“This amendmentwould bring South Africa’s road safety standards in line

with those of Australia and many other countries where driving under the influence of alcohol is totally prohibited,” she added.

ROADTOIMPLEMENTATION

Thezero-tolerance policy proposal builds on previous efforts. In 2020, former transport minister Fikile Mbalula introduced the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill to Parliament, which included measures to eliminate bloodalcohol limits entirely. However,despite parliamentary debate and consultations, the bill has not yet become law.

Creecy emphasised that taxisare not responsible for the majority of accidents, with only 7% of accidents involving taxis, although thereisalikelihood of multiple deaths in taxi accidents.

“The majority of accidents were private citizens travelling on minor roads after partying,” she said.

TheRethink Your Drink campaign stressed that zero tolerance must be part of broader alcohol reform, including progress on the Draft Liquor Amendment Bill and stronger pricing and availability policies.

MerakiDance Festivalreturns

Jazzart DanceTheatre, one of South Africa's leading contemporarydancecompanies,will return with the Meraki DanceFestivalwith an expanded two-week celebration at Artscape from 26 Februaryto7March. Thecompanyhas alegacy spanning over fivedecades.

Meraki means "todosomething withsoul, creativityand love,leaving apieceof yourself in the work". The2026 festival followsthe theme "Our Stories".

This celebrates livedexperience, heritage, identity and imagination told through dance.

Thefestival explores howdanceservesasboth mirror and messenger.Itreflects who we areand wherewecome from. Theseare storiesofjoy, struggle,memory and becoming. Dancecarries these narratives forwardbeyond wordstofuture generations.

TWOWEEKS,TWOSPACES

Meraki 2026 willuse two consecutive weeksand two performancespacesatArtscape

Week One runs from 26 to 28 February in the Arena.Itfeatures three days of workshopsin Contemporary, Pan-African,Amapiano andHip Hop styles. Theweek ends with amidday performance showcasing young dancers. This platform targets school-agedaudiences.

Week Twotakes placefrom5 to 7Marchinthe Artscape Theatre. It includes masterclasses ledby industryprofessionals, evening performances, anda Saturdaymatinée

TWOWEEKSOFMERAKI

BUILDINGCOMMUNITY

JazzartManagingDirectorAverilHughes commented on thefestival'sgrowth. "Every collaborationbeginswitha story. We give each other our thoughts, dreams andambitions…andoften,pieces of ourhearts."

She noted thecommunityforming aroundthe festival. "AsMerakientersits second year,what's alreadyvisible is thecommunityand connection that gathers aroundthisfestival. Artists and audiencescome together to sharetheir stories through movement."

Thefestivalfeatures returning companies includingFigureof8Dance Theatre, Gain Collective, ImbewuDance Collective,Cape Ballet Africa and SboNdabaDance.New participants include EOAN DanceCompany,Basic Black, Waterfront Theatre School,UnmuteDance Theatreand Dancefor All. Youngchoreographersatthisyear'sfestival includeAshlynn Erasmus,AdrienneNewman, Lee vander Merwe, Nick Masepe andZoe Fredericks.This reflects Jazzart's commitmenttosupportingyoung artists

Thefestivalwillpremiereanew collaborative work betweenJazzartDance Theatreand New WorldDance Theatre, entitled "Our Stories" bringing the festival's theme to life

.Tickets areavailableatwww.webtickets.co.za

StapelbergsingbyDie Boer

Zanne Stapelbergkom hou op Saterdag 21 Februarie om 20:30 en op Sondag 23 Februarieom14:00 konsert in Die Boer

Die Boer is haar teatertuisteinhaartuisdorp, Durbanville

Albie vanSchalkwyk op klavier is saam metZanne op dieverhoog. Saam gaan hulle dielekker van musiekblyspele, opera en musiek vanAfrika metdie gehoor deel.

Dit is 'n regteegteZanne-en-Albie-konsert wat vreugdevol, vurig,passievol en sommer netbaie lekker gaan wees.

"Wantmusiek is soos konfetti vir die siel enkoffie as jy vaak is, en die antwoordopdie vraag en die vonkel in jou oog en die towerkrag watals beter maak en dielekker watnooiteindekry nie," sê Stabelbergoor die optrede . Kaartjies kosR200.Bespreekbywww. dieboer.comofby021 9791911.

Jazz education strikes achord

Organisers of theannual KarooJazz Festival, the PrinceAlbertCommunityTrust (PACT), announced in December theexciting expanded scope of the Karoo Jazz Project (KJP)–ayear-rounddevelopmental initiativethatistransforming the musical and cultural landscape of theKaroo

TheKaroo Jazz Project,powered by PACT and supported by ProHelvetiaand the NasionaleAfrikaanse Teater Insiatief(Nati), continues to buildonits bold vision–todiscover, nurture, and developjazz talent within ruralKaroo communities.

This year pianist and composerPaul Hanmer joins long-term supporters of theproject,Ramon Alexander (one of the leading exponents of Cape Jazz), and LynettePetersen (OuteniquaHigh School’s jazz teacher andconductor), in unlocking musical potential by bridging education, mentorship,and exposure.

“The KarooJazz Project isn’t just about learning scales andsongs in themonthsleading up to each J2Jfestival –it’sabout creating access,”saysHanmer “It’sabout givingyoung peoplefromPrinceAlbert, Leeu-Gamka, andbeyond, thetoolstoexpress themselves, to understandtheir heritage, and to speak the language of jazz with confidence.”

Traditionally,jazz practicehas been confinedto cities wheremusiciansand audiences thriveinlive performance spaces and experiencethe innerwork-

ingsof"music conversations" musicians have with one another through the art of improvisation. Running parallel to the educational mission is the much-anticipated JourneytoJazz Festival, and at whichthe KJP willperform in May.

Thefestival has become an emblemofcultural connectionand youth empowerment,and every ticket sold directlysupports PACT’s ongoing work in training, upskilling, and employment creationacross the eventsindustryand othersectors.

TheJ2J 2026 line-up already includessome of SouthAfrica’smostrevered and innovativeartists, suchasVusi Mahlasela,Hanmer, Nomfundo Xaluva, YonelaMnana &The SoulteeSisters, and Amy Campbelland others. Twoveryspecial acts will be announced on 31 Januaryduring the JourneytoJazz Previewevent at TheDansvloerinthe Swartberg Mountain Pass.

With limitedaccommodation in PrinceAlbertand growing national interest, audiences areencouraged to secure their ticketsearly.

Thefestival takesplace from 30 April to 3May in PrinceAlbert

. TicketsareavailableonQuicketatR250per performance.

. FollowJourneytoJazzforupdatesandartist announcementsonsocialmedia.

. Alan Committie's Av-a-laughta is currently on at Theatreonthe Bayuntil7February. Ticketsfrom R200toR350 at Webtickets.

.TheOpera Singer runs at the Baxter Studio from currentlyuntil 7February. Atheatrical and immersive experienceintothe worldofa creativespirit– alife dedicatedtoacraft,toperfectionand to ascension. TicketsfromR160atWebtickets.

.MarcLottering's musical comedy ColleenThe Musical runs at TheBaxter Theatrenow until7 February TicketscostR200toR320 at Webtickets.

.Summer Festivalatthe City Hall: Piazzolla and Pines featuring LotharHensel, oneofthe most sought afterbandoneon soloists in the music world, is on Thursday 29 Januaryat19:30.TicketsfromR190 to R450 at Webtickets.

. Pratibha Singh Baghel returns to Artscape forone night onlyonSaturday31Januaryat20:30, with Encore,anintimate, acoustic journeythrough ghazal, Bollywood, and contemporary classics, performed with a10-piece ensemble of India'sfinest musicians. TicketsfromR250atTicketmaster.

.TheCape Town PhilharmonicOrchestra is at the KirstenboschSummer Sunset Concert on Sunday 1 Februaryat17:30.Gates open at 16:00.Ticketsare R360 or R255(age6-21).BookatWebtickets.

. DanCorderpresents TheRealState of the Nation from Thursday 5toSaturday7 February at 20:00 at TheHomecoming Centre. TicketsfromR200at Webtickets.

. MilnertonPlayers is proudtopresent TheNight of January16,written by iconicwriter/philosopher Ayn Rand and directedbyveteran Johann vander Merwe, from 6to21Februaryatthe Milnerton Playhouse Theatre. TicketscostR150.Bookat www.milnertonplayers.co.zaoremail bookings@ milnertonplayers.com.

.GinWizard'sBlues, Brews& Rock nRoll is at HillcrestEstatefor NationalBeerDay on Saturday7 February. Doorsopen at 18:00.TicketscostR180 at Quicketand R200 at the door

. The1990romantic film Pretty Woman shows at the GalileoOpenAir Cinema at Zevenwacht Wine Estate on Saturday 7Februaryat20:15. Gatesopen at

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TheHomecomingTheatre.Featuring rising stars acrossarangeofdancedisciplines and afreestyle roulette battle wheredancers willgohead-to-head TicketscostR200atQuicket

. Conrad Koch and Chester Missing’s PuppetPower runs from 10 to 14 February at Theatreonthe Bay. TicketsfromR180 at Webtickets

.Juan Boucher tree op Donderdag12Februarie om 19:30 by Kapstadt Brauhaus Bloubergop. Kaartjies vanafR265isbeskikbaarbyQuicket

.Yukio Mishima'saward-winning production The Lady Aoi is at Artscape from 14 to 21 February.Six performances only. TicketsfromR150 at Webtickets.

. Cape Town Operapresents Gershwin in the Park,a one-night-onlyconcert at the MaynardvilleOpen-Air FestivalonSunday 15 February.The showstartsat 18:30. TicketsfromR254atQuicket

. Jeremy Loops is at the KirstenboschSummer Concert on Sunday 15 February at 17:15.Ticketsare R360 or R255 (age 6-21). Book at Webtickets.

. Francoisvan Coke Acoustic is by Kapstadt Brauhaus Durbanville op Woensdag18Februarie om 20:00.Kaartjies vanafR200byQuicket

. UnderThe Mountain,a night of praise and worship withlocal artists and American BenFuller, is at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden on Saturday21Februaryat19:00.TicketsR545atWebtickets. . TheACappella Music Festival is at Artscape on Saturday21Februaryat13:00.TicketsfromR150 at Webtickets.

. Vusi Mahlaselaand JabulileMajola performatthe Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert on Sunday 22 February at 17:15.TicketsR255(youth) or R360 at Webtickets.

. TheFirebird is at Artscape from Thursday19to Sunday 22 February.A fusion of puppetry and dance. TicketsfromR160 at Webtickets.

. TheNutcracker presented by Cape Ballet Africa is at the Artscape OperaHousefromWednesday25 February to Sunday 1March. TicketsfromR290at Webtickets.

. Die30steKKNKvind van28Maart tot4April in Oudtshoorn plaas. Besoek kknk.co.zavir dievolledige program. Bespreek kaartjies by Webticketsofdie KKNK-kantoor.

Everystory buildsthe worldwewant to see

Hey partner. Breathe withme. Icall you partner because Idon’t see youasjust areader —Isee youas someone walkingwithme. We’ve done so successfullythis past year; we might as well keep walking. When Iask you to breathewith me, it’s an invitation to pause,not to perform. Rightnow, that pausefeels more important than ever Welcome to 2026. This is my first column for the year, and Ihope to share many “hey partner” moments with you. When asked where I’m from,Ijokingly say I’m acitizen of the world. December proved just that —Ispent mostofitonthe road betweencommunities:Zwelethemba in Worcester, Mdantsane in East London, New Brighton in Port Elizabeth, and KwaNokuthula in Plettenberg Bay

The roads blurred under the wheels, townsand townships passing like pages in abook Icouldn’t put down. As I travelled, Irealised that not everystory has aheadline. Some just make the heart lighter.

In many homes and streets, people would keep quiet in the face of injustice or share their thoughts, frustrations and hopes in hushed tones, carefully, as if testing whether it was safe to be heard. People aren’t silent becausethey don’t care.They’re often silent because, over generations, they’ve been taught that their voices don’t matter. Taught to doubt their worth, to normalise being ignored, to survive quietly. But in some spaces,

NOTICETHESMALL VICTORIESAROUNDYOU. SPEAKUPWHENYOUMUST. CELEBRATEWHENYOUCAN.

I’ve seen something different —something quietlyrevolutionary. People speaking up, insisting to be seen, heard, to matter In Zwelethemba, Imet agrandmother tendingacommunitygarden. Her hands were darkened by soil and sunlight, her voice soft but firm. She’d started the garden as asafe place for children. It wasn’t on the news. It didn’t go viral.Yet watching children harvest vegetables, their laughter spilling over fences —the power of small victories.

In Mdantsane, neighbours had cleaned the streets for Christmas —not because anyone asked them to, but becauseit mattered to their sense of dignity. One picked up aplastic bottle,another swept, others planted flowers. By afternoon, a street thathad felt forgotten looked alive again—care is contagious.

In New Brighton, Iwitnessed ayoung lady startareading circle in her yard. It began with three childrenand afew books. The children’s eyes light up with stories. —Small acts can ripple further than we imagine.

In KwaNokuthula, young, loud, and unapologetically joyful artists revitalised homes for low-income residents. With each brushstroke, houses told newstories of hope, colour and possibility. Thesemoments are everywhere —in gardens, streets, yards, neighbourhoods and kitchens. They’re about connection, resilience and humanity. They’reeveryday victories that don’t make headlines but remind us that healing begins when we speak, act, and notice each other. Your voice matters too. You don’t have to shout to be heard. If something feels wrong in your community, to speakto ajournalist, share your storybecause injustice thrives in silence, and everyday victories thrive when acknowledged.So partner, Iinvite you to breathe with me. Notice the small victories around you Speak up when you must. Celebratewhen you can. Connect when it matters.

—NAMHLA MONAKALI

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ONTPLOFFINGVAN KLEUR:‘n Leservan Durbanville hethierdie kleurvollefotovan die pragtige bougainvilleaopdie hoek vanDurbanwegenTindalestraat in Durbanville geneem–“sommeruit my motorbydie rooi verkeerslig”! FOTO:WYNANDTHERON

School’s rugbyinshambles

DF Malan High School's rugbyhas been nothing short of disastrous. Theschool that once prided itself on excellence andplayerdevelopmenthas allowedits rugby culturetocrumbleintoinconsistency,frustration,and outright unfairness.

Howisitpossiblethatsenior players —those who have invested years into this sport,attended every practise with dedication,and maintained peak fitness —are stilldenied agenuineopportunityto competefor aplace in thefirst team?

Howmanyseasons must pass before someone finally acknowledges the obvious?

Everyyearbrings newcoaches, newpromises, new “visions”, andyet the result remains the same: seniors pushed aside,notransparency,nostability, and no real progress. Insteadofbuilding astrongerprogramme, the constant turnoverhas draggedthe team from bad to worse.

Playerswho have proven their commitment areleft watching from the sidelines whilevague,inconsistent, andunexplained selection decisions arequietlymade

Inwonermoeg van plakkers se dinge

Ek hetallemoontlikhede probeer om die onwettige plakkersopdie munisipaliteit se erf 2465 in Soneike, Kuilsrivier, te verwyder Stad Kaapstad,wetstoepassers en die burgemeester vanKaapstad ignoreer my maandelikse pleidooie vanaf2018 toedie plakkers daar begin plak het. Watuitersontstellend, frustrerend, onaanvaarbaar en onbillikis, is die feit dat ek hoëmunisipalebelasting en diensgeldemoet betaal,terwyl dieStadKaapstad dieplakkerstoelaat om onwettig langsmyerf te plak Hulle verwyder ook niedie vullis watdie plakkers onwettiglik rondstrooi nie.

My pleidooi oor die veiligheid, gesondheid en brandgevaar watmyelkedag in die gesig staar,wordblatant deurdie Stad geïgnoreer

Myverwysingsnommers vir klagteshelp niejuis baie nie

Onwettigeplakkers vermeerder onder die aandag vandie Stad en wetstoepassingsbeamptes

Ek daagdie Stad en die burgermeester uit om hierdie feitlike skrewe te komtoets.

J.J.CLOETE ,Soneike

.TygerBurgerhet die briefaan die Stad Kaapstad gerigvir kommentaar,maar hetteen druktydnog geen terugvoering ontvang nie

behind closed doors, tolerating negativeinfluences of parents which shouldbeentertained. It is beyond unfair —itisdemoralising.

What messagedoes this send to the young athletes who have proudlycarried the school’s colours?That hard work counts fornothing? That showing up,stayingfit, andgivingyour allmakes no difference? That politics outweigh performance?

Theschool owes theseboys—and the entirerugby community—far better.

Theschool cannotcontinue to project apolished public image while ignoringthe growing frustration amongplayers andsupporters.

Tr is tial. Co ist yi ential.

Bejaardes waarsku

teen e-taxi’s

Wees versigtig vir e-taxi’s! Vandeesweek is twee 80-jarigemensenadie Bellville-gemeenskapskliniek met’ne-taxidiens vervoer.

Die man het sy selfoon in die motor vergeet.Hyhet dit nie teruggekrynie Hulle is latermet ‘n ander e-taxihuis toe. By navraaghet die bestuurder beweer hulle het nie betaal virdie reis nie!

KARIN VOLLENSTEE, Boston

Acallforhelptosavepenguins

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The ExecutiveMayor ofCape Town, GeordinHill-Lewis, recently attended aspecial release event with the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (Sanccob), standing alongside the dedicated team working tirelessly to save the critically endangeredAfrican Penguin.

On 20 January, celebrated as Penguin Awareness Day,Sanccob ambassador Martine Viljoen spent time feeding the critically endangered AfricanPenguins in care, underlining the essential, ongoing efforts required to nurture theirrecovery and survival.

Adult penguins require between sixand 10 fish per day to thrive, demonstrating how vital consistent care andfeeding are

PENGUINAWARENESSDAY: MORETHANAMOMENT

Releases of rehabilitated penguins are powerful symbols of hope, but Sanccob stresses that real conservationsuccess demands ongoing support

“Releases are more than moments —they show what’s possible when leadership, science, and public support work together,” said aSanccob representative.

To encourage public participation in this vital mission, Sanccob is inviting donations to help feed penguins in their

SANCCOBWARNS OF BIRDFLU IN PENGUIN POPULATION

care. Those who donateaminimumof R150 stand achance to win aluxuryonenight stayfor two,including breakfast, courtesyofThe Oyster Collection.

AFRICANPENGUINSFACE

GRAVETHREATSFROMBIRDFLU

AfricanPenguins are currently facing severechallenges from an outbreak of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonlyknown as Bird Flu.

Since September 2025, 23 African Penguins have tested positive, with at least nine confirmed deaths amongwild populations.

The disease has caused widespread mortalityamong seabirds alongSouth Africa’s coastline, including speciessuch as CommonTerns, Hartlaub’s Gulls,Great WhitePelicans, andvariouscormorants.

Bird Flu severely affectsthe brain, causing unusual behaviour, twitches, andseizures. While the risk to humans remainslow if basic precautions are followed, Sanccob urges the public not to touch sick or dead birds andtoreport sightingsimmediately.

COMMUNITYVIGILANCECRITICAL TOPENGUINSURVIVAL

Sanccob is workingclosely with State Veterinary Services andconservation authoritiestomonitor the spread of HPAI andprotectvulnerable seabird populations. Public reporting of sick or deceased birds greatly assist surveillance efforts.

If you encounter aseabird that appears ill, injured, unusually tame, or deceased, do nottouch it. Instead, report it immediately to Sanccob or the relevant authorities. Thepublic can submit sightings via an onlinereporting form here or contact Sanccob directly.

TRACKINGTHEOUTBREAK

Up-to-date information aboutthe bird flu outbreak and its impactonseabirds, including African Penguins, is available throughanonlinedashboard hostedbythe DepartmentofEnvironment Affairs . Visithttps://dea-surveys.maps.arcgis.com/ apps

NOTIFICATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTASSESSMENT PROCESS (DEA&DP ReferenceNumber: 16/3/3/6/3/A5/20/2221/25) (GNECReferenceNo. 50899)

ADOPTION OF AMAINTENANCE MANAGEMENTPLAN("MMP") IN TERMS OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT, 1998 (ACT NO.107 OF 1998)("NEMA") ANDTHE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTASSESSMENT("EIA") REGULATIONS, 2014 (ASAMENDED) FORTHE REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE ON HOOGELEGENFARM(FARM NUMBERS195,193,4/195,RE/195, RE/194,1/195,10/195,8/195,3/195),DURBANVILLE.

ProjectDescrip�on: Guillaume Nel EnvironmentalConsultants (GNEC)havebeenappointed by Hooggelegen Developments (CompanyRegistra on: 1970/010958/07)tofacilitatea Maintenance ManagementPlan (MMP) processinterms of the Na onal EnvironmentalManagementAct (NEMA), 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998)and EIA Regula ons, 2014 (asamended) forthe Proposed Periodic Maintenance on Hooggelegen Farm (Farm numbers 195, 193, 4/195, RE/195,RE/194, 1/195, 10/195, 8/195, 3/195), Durbanville, WesternCape. The worksinvolvethe clearance of instream vegeta on to enableeffec ve removalofaccumulatedsediment.This includes the clearance of built-upsediment within watercourses on Hooggelegen Farm,specifically targe ng watercourse crossings, pipes, culverts,canals, dams,and ar ficial impoundments to restorehydraulic capacity.Inaddi on, erosion repair andreshapingoferodedchannels and canal banksare proposed to stabilise watercourse structuresandpreventfurtherdegrada on. In addi on,anapplica on foraWater Use LicenceAuthorisa on (WULA) will be submi ed to the DepartmentofWater andSanita on in termsofSec on 21(c)and (i) of the Na onal WaterAct, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998). Interested and AffectedPar es areawarded 60 calendar days to provide their comments on the WaterUse Authorisa on process. The commen ng period starts on the 28th of January2026,andallcommentsrelatedtotheWaterUseLicenceApplica onshouldbesuppliedbythe 30thofMarch2026

Locality: Hooggelegen Farm (Farm numbers 195, 193, 4/195, RE/195,RE/194, 1/195, 10/195, 8/195, 3/195), is situated at Signal GunWines, Hooggelegen Road, Durbanville,Western Cape.The proposed maintenancesiteislocatedwithintheCityofCapeTownMunicipal urisdic on. Applica�onismadefortheadop�onofanMMPtoundertakethefollowingac�vi�es:GN983of2014 (asamended):Lis ngNo ce1Ac vity19 Invita�on forPublicPar�cipa�on (28January 2026 –2March 2026): To registerasanInterestedand AffectedParty,toprovidecommentsand /ortobeno fiedofany developments in the proposed MMP applica on,please contact: Guillaume Nel EnvironmentalConsultants (GNEC),a en on: MrsCarina Becker, PO Box2632,Paarl, 7620,Tel:021-870 1874,e-mail: carina@gnec.co.za. Please makeuse of the GNECReferenceNo. 50899 in all correspondence. Acopyofthe First Dra� MMPwill be available on GNEC'swebsite(www.gnec.co.za) from the 28th of January2026. Ahardcopymay be suppliedupon request.

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Marketfoundations‘moresolid’

Property professionals are predicting ayear of strategic opportunity for South Africa’sproperty market in 2026, following aperiod of market recalibration in 2025. Interest rates havestabilised, investor confidenceisclimbing, and activity is picking up across residential, rental, and commercial sectors, according to industry experts.

Aftertwo interest rate cuts in 2025 brought breathing room to the market, property finance specialists say the foundations are now more solid than they have been in some time. “2026 is starting on stronger footing,” says Leonard Kondowe, national manager for Rawson Finance. “We’re seeing encouraging signs in areas like transport, energy,and inflation control. It’s still acomplex global picture, but locally, the foundations are more solid than they’ve been in some time.” Banks have responded with renewed competitiveness, offering attractive interest rate concessions,100% bond approvals, and meaningful discounts on legal fees to qualifyingbuyers.

However, Kondowe warns that affordability challenges haven’t disappeared entirely. “There’s still often asignificant gap between what people hope they can borrow and what they’re actually approved for,” he notes.

PREPARETHOROUGHLY

With conditionsgradually improving,propertyexperts say 2026offersbuyers achanceto make real progress if they come tothe table prepared.

“Prequalificationisn’tjust a formality anymore —it’s the starting point for any serious buyer,” says Craig Mott, national sales manager at the Rawson PropertyGroup. “It givesyou clarity, strengthens your offers, andhelps agents match you with the right properties faster.”

Kondowe advises buyers to build up apositivecredit record,

start saving towards adeposit, and avoid taking on new debt once they’ve started the bond process.

He alsocautions against maximising budgets even with bondapproval. “Justbecause you’reapproved doesn’t mean you should max outyour budget. Leave room for rising costs —whetherit’sinterest rate adjustments, levies, or maintenance.”

SELLERS:FOCUSONPRESENTATION

In 2026’svalue-conscious environment,sellers cannot

afford to rely on outdated assumptions, according to property professionals.

“Smart sellers are getting their properties valuation-ready from day one,” says Mott. “That means fixing visible defects, creating astrong first impression, and pricing in linewith market reality—not wishfulthinking.”

Today’s buyers are focused on long-term value, examining energy efficiency, fibre availability, running costs, and security before making decisions

RENTALMARKETSHOWSSTEADY MOMENTUM

Therental market demonstrated impressive consistency in 2025, with momentum expected to continue in 2026, particularly in well-connected areas outside traditional metros where remotework continues to drive migration.

“We’ve seen steady growth across the board,” says Jacqui Savage, national rentals manager at the Rawson Property Group.

“Demand is strong, especially in well-connected neighbourhoods outside the traditional metros.”

However, Savage notes that security, fibre, and overall property condition are no longer optional for landlords seeking quality tenants and premium rent

“Late payments are creeping up,” Savage observes, emphasising that thorough tenant vetting and compliance with Fica regulations remain essential.

SUCCESSREQUIRESPREPARATION

Property experts agree that whilst2025 was about market recalibration, 2026 will favour thosewho are prepared.

“Opportunities are always out there,”says Mott, “but you need to be ready to take them. Planning early, pricing realistically, and being open to expert advice —that’swhat sets the successful clients apart.”

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Theformer Fast FiveProteaplayerAmber Coraizin,head of netballatFairmont High School,isone of the ambassadors of the DNL Tournament and NetballDevelopmentProgramme and willbeplaying in the exhibition matches on Fridayand Saturday.She will also be part of theGoalgetters programme forthree to fiveyearolds.

Futurestars takecourt

The annual DNL Netball Tournament has been launchedthis week by the DNL NetballDevelopment Programme 2026.

The tournament, apowerful platform dedicated to the development ofthe youth andwomen, education, and community upliftment through sport,will open with agala opening and fundraising event on Thursday 5February at Fairmont High SchoolinDurbanville.

The tournament this year will welcome 30 elite players and mentors from across South Africa, who will engage with local teams throughout thetournament.

BRIDGESGAP

This mentorship model bridges the gap between elite athletes and aspiring young players, inspiring thenext generation of women in sport, says Dr Freda Kemp, founder and director of the DNL Tournamentand Netball Development Programme.

Tournament matches will take place on Friday 6and Saturday 7February and will be broadcasted live on SuperSportSchools, allowing viewers across South Africa to experience women’s sport at itsbest.

"The DNL Netball Development Programme integrates structured sport development with education and social impact.

“The initiative provides young women andchildren with access to quality coaching, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, while addressing barriers such as geography and financial constraints," says Kemp.

"This tournament is more than a competition, itsgiving coaches the chance to settle their teams for theseason. We willhave the privilege to see the best players in Cape Town and someelite players from Gauteng thatwenormally

Boulers laat kolwers

Die boulershet diebotoon gevoer in die jongste reekseersteliga-krieketwedstrydedie afgelope naweek in dieWP.

behoorlik bontstaan

ELITE PLAYERS, MENTORS FROM ACROSS SA TO ENGAGEWITH LOCALTEAMS

only see in the Telkom netball league. They will be accompanied by Rozanne Matthyse and Dr Elsje Jordaan, coaches of Jaguars and Fireballs respectively.

"On Fridayevening andSaturdaythere will be two exhibitionmatches and we inviteall netball enthusiasts to the events," shesays

EXCITINGMILESTONE

The 2026 programme marks an exciting milestone with the support of GEA, a globaltechnology suppliertothe food, beverage andhealthcare industries, a companylisted on the German DAX. Stadio University joins as an official sponsor of the u-19 division, expanding access to training andcompetitive opportunities for young netball players across South Africa. 3Cube Management Fast 3willalso come on board as akey partner, addingnational visibility and dynamic energy to the tournament

This year’s event is officially endorsed by the Cape Town Netball Federation, reinforcing its commitment to the growth and professionalisation of both community-level and elite netball across the region.All funds raised will assist Cape Town players to attend the Spar National Championships, ensuring talented athletes can represent their province on anational stage

The Goalgetters divisionofthe tournament, ledbyLuhandri van der Merwe, focuses on early childhood development, introducing foundational motorskills, teamwork, andhealthy living habitsthroughsport andplay.

Geen Tygerbergsespankon by die 200-merk uitkomnie.Cravenby, KraaifonteinenTygerberg-klub wasaan diewenkant in hulonderskeie wedstryde.

Tygerbergsesegeoor Strandfontein (161) is moontlik gemaak danksy Bjorn Hollenbach(61)en Ansley Adams(4/30), terwyl Kraaifontein (158) die span vanEdgemead (144) naelskraapgewen het met bydraes deur JJ Fourie(44) en Ismael September (3/24) –SAREL BURGER