. Die Tygerbergse tuin- en Blommeklub kom by die NG kerk Parow Welgelegen (La Provencestraat 47, Welgelegen) van 09:30 vir 10:00 byeen. Die sprekers is Tracey Cole (Village Garden) oor "Edible herb gardens and designs" en Diana de Vos en Francoise Schaaf oor "Iets uit niets - blomhouers" Tee word vanaf 09:30 voorsien. Kontak Beatrix Lambert-Bestbier by 082 873 9864 met navrae
SATURDAY20SEPTEMBER
. The annual #IAMABLE Fun Run hosted by Alta du Toit School and Job-Abled NPC is back. The event raises funds and awareness for people living with disabilities. Participants can choose between 2,5km and 5km routes, either in person or virtually Tickets cost R100 and include a race number, goodie bag, and entry into lucky draws with prizes like getaways and gift vouchers. Race entries for learners can also be sponsored at R100 each. Race tickets are available via Entry Ninja. Contact Simone Nel via email on gm@ jobabled co.za with sponsorship or other enquiries.
. Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Friends of Bracken Nature Reserve with a day filled with fun activities music entertainment food stalls and nature appreciation. Highlights include a 5km fun run starting at 08:00 at R40 for adults and R20 for children. Register on Quicket Visitors can enjoy guided walks, a talk on the history of the Bracken's signal cannon and a cannon firing at 12:00 The best spring outfit on the day wins the chance to fire a cannon. Festival entry is free
SONDAG21SEPTEMBER
. Die NG kerk Bellville Riebeeck hou om 09:30 'n kleur- en klankvolle Erfenisdiens gelei deur ds. Martin Steyn met die titel "Nie net monumente nie". Pragtige kleurskyfies, heerlike samesang en 'n uitvoering deur 'n kerkkoor onder leiding van Gloudina Roux, wat drie nuwe geestelike liedere sing, is op die program. Almal is welkom. Die diens word direk op YouTube uitgesaai en is later op Facebook beskikbaar
TUESDAY23SEPTEMBER
. The Egyptian Society of South Africa will be having their next meeting at St George's Grammar school, Richmond Road, Mowbray, from 19:30 The guest speaker, Prof Sebastian van As, will present a lecture titled: "The Origin of the World according to Ancient Egyptians". There is no charge for members, while it costs R30 for visitors. Booking is not necessary There is secure parking in the school grounds. For more information please call 021 852 7273 or 084 774 3972.
WOENSDAG24SEPTEMBER
. ’n Begeleide toer word op Erfenisdag deur die Durbanville-Erfenisvereniging by die Afrikaanse Taalmonument aangebied. Dit begin om 11:00 Vriende en familie is welkom. Stuur ‘n e-pos na durbanvilleheritage@gmail.com met navrae of vir meer inligting Bevestig bywoning teen Maandag 15 September by https://forms.gle/w7zaasiFjksY1JP76
. Die NG kerk Panorama hou 'n braaidag en pretloop Die pretloop is perfek vir vinnige drawwers en gemaklike stappers. Boereworsrolle, koffie en ´n lekker kuier wag daarna op besoekers. Belangstellendes word aangemoedig om hul familie, vriende en selfs hul troeteldiere saam te bring. Kaartjies is by die kerkwinkel beskikbaar Besoek http://shop.parow-panorama.co za of skakel 021 930 3100 Stuur ‘n e-pos na kantoor@ parow-panorama.co.za met navrae
. Join the Durbanville Heritage Society for a guided tour at the Afrikaanse Taalmonument in Paarl on Heritage Day, 24 September at 11:00 RSVP via this link: https://docs.google com/forms/d/1jF1fED4Y2JQfg2HxyxB66mb1-xibMSJ7YwqYzj4twPM/edit
SUNDAY28SEPTEMBER
. The Cape Welsh Choir presents Why we sing –together a concert collaboration with CwmBach Male Choir, a Welsh male voice choir touring South Africa for the first time since 1997 Their tour starts in Cape Town and the concert will be presented in the Nassau Auditorium of Groote Schuur High School, 77 Palmyra Road, Newlands. Tickets are available from Quicket at R150 each.
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. Die Bellville Senior Sentrum/Chrismar Villas hou van 09:00 tot 11:00 hul jaarlikse tradisionele basaar by Jessiestraat 25, Chrismar in Bellville Al die tradisionele lekkernye soos pannekoek, basaarpoeding, jaffels, vetkoek, hamburgers, boereworsrolle, pampoenkoekies en roosterkoeke sal daar wees, asook die heerlikste tuisgebakte lekkernye Winskopies en verrassings wag by die plaas-, wit olifant- en handwerktafel en vir die boekwurms is daar 'n boeketafel. Geniet 'n versnapering in die kafeteria. Chrismar Villas se eie orkes sal musiek maak. Koskaartjies kan op die dag gekoop word of voor die tyd gedurende kantoorure (Maandag tot Vrydag van 08:00 tot 12:00) of by 021 910 1250 Kaartfasiliteite is beskikbaar
TfimShe Western Cape Provincial Safety Council convened on Wednesday 10 September to strengthen its approach to fighting crime and improving community safety across the province
The meeting, chaired by Premier Alan Winde, brought together a range of stakeholders including the police, municipalities, and academic institutions
The council provides strategic oversight of crime prevention efforts and promotes evidence-based decisions and innovation to address safety challenges
Opening the meeting, Winde acknowledged the ongoing struggle residents face due to high crime rates
“Our residents are feeling the impact of high crime levels more than ever before We must build stronger partnerships with a joint approach to addressing this issue,” he said
SAFETYPLAN
Winde praised the City of Cape Town for recently deploying 700 new metro police officers – the largest investment in personnel in a decade This includes a dedicated neighbourhood deployment for each ward in the city
The council also reviewed progress on the Western Cape Safety Plan, highlighting key focus areas:
Ongoing stakeholder consultation; Strengthening community safety forums; Pushing for greater devolution of policing powers; Addressing police underresourcing in the province; and directing more resources to high-crime areas
Council members agreed that faster implementation of the Safer Cities Cooperation Agreement – signed by the Western Cape Government, national government, the police, and the City of Cape Town – is essential
While some crime categories show modest improvements, Winde noted that many communities, especially those affected by gangsterism, are yet to feel any real difference
“There is a need to intensify crimefighting efforts, but we must also focus on preventing violence,” he added
TACKLINGVIOLENCEANDGANGSTERISM
Following the Safety Council meeting, Winde hosted a digicon discussing violence prevention strategies such as the Violence Prevention Unit (VPU), managed by the provincial Department of Health and Wellness
The VPU uses data from healthcare facilities to develop targeted interventions addressing the root causes of violence in communities
The digicon also featured a discussion on the provincial government's latest Policing Needs and Priorities (PNP) report for 2025'26 This legislated report aims to shape policing strategies and guide the allocation of resources
The province continues to face chronic underfunding despite high crime levels
Recommendation: Allocate funding based on crime severity and community needs
. Human Resources: Police staffing has declined, even as the population grows In some hotspots, officer-to-resident ratios reach 1:962
Recommendation: Fill vacancies, revise recruitment and training models
. Infrastructure and Equipment: Several police stations are in poor condition and face shortages in vehicles
Recommendation: Upgrade facilities, decentralise servicing and modernise technology
Western Cape Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, noted that despite these challenges, the police in the Western Cape have recognised the value of the PNP report and is using its recommendations to improve service delivery and strategic interventions
ORGANISEDCRIME
The Premier’s special guest at the digicon was Mark Shaw, Executive Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime –the world’s largest organised crime think tank With one of its 14 global observatories based in Cape Town, the organisation is well-acquainted with local challenges
“It is not only the Western Cape that is affected by organised crime and gangsterism This is a huge challenge globally,” said Shaw
“We need a strategic, joined-up response We need to work together to bring together all the resources we can in a coordinated way " He outlined six recommendations for fighting organised crime:
. Ensure strong political will;
. Develop a clear and unified strategy; . Disrupt criminal financial networks, including through the South African Revenue Service;
. Address resourcing gaps;
. Prioritise the removal of illegal firearms; and
. Build community resilience to reduce the influence of gangs Winde concluded, “Ultimately, we must prevent violence by building a safer society from the ground up ” . Visit https://youtu.be/SKxfLk72_S0 to watch a recording of the digicon
Premier Alan Winde,Anroux Marais (provincial minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety) and Mark Shaw (executive director,Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime).
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As a non-profit social services organisation, Badisa serves communities through 134 local programmes and branches across the Western, Northern, and Eastern Cape with a simple mission to support those in need.
In the 2024-2025 financial year, Badisa increased its impact with 1 079 097 individuals reached through their network of care - from child protection to elderly care, early childhood development, substance dependency support and disability care This milestone was shared during the organisation’s Annual General Meeting, held on Wednesday 10 September at Vredelust Church in Boston, under the theme “Futureproofing Badisa”
“Behind every number is a story A child protected, a family supported, an elder person comforted,” said Badisa CEO, Basie van Wyk “We are proud of our team of 3 700 staff and 2 645 volunteers who make this possible every day ”
KUUMBACARE
A highlight of the evening was the official launch of the Kuumba Care Day, themed "Colour the World with Care", which reflects Badisa’s commitment to instilling a culture of compassion that
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The number of individuals reached through Badisa’s network of care in its 2024-2025 financial year
“We see Kuumba as a canvas Each sticker is a way for people to express support for our work and learn more about the care we provide,” said chair of Badisa's board, Rev Charl van Rensburg
The campaign will continue to roll out across Badisa branches and digital platforms in the months leading up to the inaugural Kuumba Care Day next year . Visit www.badisa.org.za to view the Annual Report and learn how you can get involved. Contact kuumba@badisa.org.za for more information.
Spark Blue Downs High shines in Afrikaans
Learners from SPARK Blue Downs High participated in the 2025 DANKie² Junior Olympiad on Tuesday 9 September, an online competition designed to promote Afrikaans as a second language among young South African learners
The Grade 8 and 9 scholars embraced the online challenge, tackling 40 multiplechoice questions testing grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, and visual literacy, all under exam conditions
At SPARK Schools, high schools learners are taught to communicate effectively in at least one language used by previously marginalised or underserved communities
At SPARK Blue Downs High, scholars can select Afrikaans or Xhosa as a First Additional Language
"By participating in this Olympiad, SPARK Blue Downs High scholars also represented the core value of persistence, as the scholars showed their determination to face a challenge and pursue academic growth We are now eagerly awaiting the official results," says Siyabonga Manana, principal at SPARK Blue Downs High "No matter the outcome, our scholars are already winners for their
excellent and determined representation of our school Each scholar's participation affirms that learning is a journey of self-discovery, demonstrating their persistence and love of learning beyond the classroom "
A learner from SPARKS Blue Downs is focussed on his Afrikaans at the the 2025 DANKie² Olympiad
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´ n Man (30) is verlede week in die Parowstreekhof tronkstraf opgelê vir die onwettige besit van n ongelisensieerde vuurwapen en ammunisie
Shameel Markus is vyf jaar direkte tronkstraf opgelê
Volgens Zinzi Hani, die Valkewoordvoerder, is hy ses jaar gelede reeds met die vuurwapen en ammunisie betrap
Markus is Dinsdag 9 September gevonnis
Hy is nege jaar tronkstraf gevonnis vir die besit van n ongelisensieerde vuurwapen, waarvan vier jaar vir vyf jaar opgeskort is
Hy is ook 'n 12 maande lange tronkstraf opgelê vir die besit van ammunisie, wat in geheel vir vyf jaar opgeskort is
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Die lede het daarop gereageer en in Vygieweg se rigting gery, waar hulle die verdagte opgemerk het waar hy besig was om skote af te vuur
Die lede het die verdagte takties genader en hy is dadelik in hegtenis geneem vir die besit van n 9 mm-vuurwapen met patrone in die magasyn,” sê Hani
Die saak is na die Valke vir ondersoek verwys, wat gelei het tot die vonnisoplegging
Daar is ook bepaal dat hy onbevoeg is om ´ n vuurwapen te besit
Hawks urge public to assist in murder case
The Hawks' in Gauteng are seeking any information that could assist in the case of murder of Peter Jaggers and William Raymond Petersen
According to WO Thatohatsi Mavimbela, Hawks spokesperson, a case of kidnapping was registered at Bishop Lavis in Cape Town in July 2024 following the disappearance of the pair, this after landing at OR Tambo International Airport from Cape Town "It is believed that after landing at the airport the pair headed to a nearby hotel where after checking in they were then picked up by an unknown male driving a grey Mercedes-Benz The pair disappeared and were found murdered in a river in the Free State in October 2024
"The case has since been transferred to the Hawks in Gauteng The Hawks are seeking anyone with information on the whereabouts of the man on the picture attached who is a person of interest and was last seen with the pair before their disappearance
Anyone with information that might assist in the investigation to please contact the investigating officer on 082 319 9522 or anonymously call Crime Stop on 0860 10111," reads a statement from
Mavimbela
The curious case of Jaggers and Petersen started early in 2024 when a cocaine consignment worth R1 billion went missing at sea Jaggers was allegedly the Colombian cartel's man in South Africa He apparently staged an elaborate scheme, including sunken ships, to give the cartel the idea that their shipment was missing and then stole the drugs
When the drugs started appearing in circulation, the Colombians realised they were duped and lured Jaggers, allegedly the head of the Terrible Josters gang, and Petersen to Johannesburg, where they were tortured and eventually killed before their bodies were dumped in a dam in the Free State
The Hawks are looking for information about the individual in the picture to assist in a murder investigation
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Stolen Namibian police and military weapons are arming gangsters on the Cape Flats
This is according to the Western Cape Gang Monitor quarterly report released earlier this month
It said stolen police and military weapons from that country were being trafficked to Cape Town gangs Firearms – including AK-47s and police-issue pistols – are smuggled across the border in trucks transporting fresh goods
One shipment reportedly delivered more than 100 firearms to a single gang leader
South African and Namibian police have traced at least 90 seized weapons to Namibian police stores after the first chance discovery at border patrol in 2020
Stolen AK-47s are increasingly surfacing on Cape Town’s streets at cut-rate blackmarket prices
Nine suspects, including a South African truck-company employee, were arrested in Namibia in August on charges of trafficking weapons from a military armoury “No single gang monopolises this smuggling route,” the report said, adding that an alleged illegal-abalone trader confirmed the same route was used for smuggling the seafood delicacy to Namibia, while gang members said the networks and routes also moved illegal diamonds and trafficked people
GUNSSEIZED
Earlier this year Western Cape police commissioner Thembisile Patekile said police had seized more than 90 guns that could be traced back to Namibia Police in that country said the guns were mostly older weapons that had been declared redundant, although gang sources claimed that the weapons were new
The report also cited a leaked memo drafted by Namibian Police Commissioner Moritz Naruseb, who said several of the pistols seized in South Africa were engraved with “NPW” (Namibian police weapon)
REPORT WARNS OF NAMIBIAN ARMS IN CAPE FLATS
ONLYONECONVICTION
“The April 2024 conviction of Namibian national Urbanus Shaumbwako is the only conviction relating to smuggled Namibian weapons in the Western Cape Shaumbwako’s case also made headlines because he was one of the Namibians who allegedly broke into President Cyril Ramaphosa’s property at Phala Phala in February 2020, stealing more than US$4 million hidden in a sofa,” the report said Shaumbwako was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment by the Cape Town Regional Court in 2024
In conclusion the report said: “Western Cape gangs obtain guns from many sources
“Firearms and ammunition are diverted from gun dealerships or bought with fraudulently-obtained firearm licences
Weapons seized by police make their way back onto the market and guns licensed to private security companies are used for criminal activities
DIVERSIFIEDSMUGGLINGROUTE
“In numerical terms the firearms flow from Namibia is relatively small
However, the smuggling route appears to be active and perhaps more diversified in the types of firearms being trafficked than seizures suggest ”
The report is the sixth issue of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime’s Western Cape Gang Monitor, an output of our South Africa Organised Crime Observatory
The bulletins track developments in Western Cape gang dynamics drawing on information from field researchers in gang-affected communities, which includes interviews with current and former gang members, civil society and members of the criminal justice system
Old statistics shaping gang narratives in SA
Recent reports claiming the Western Cape is home to between 90 and 130 gangs with a combined membership of 100 000 have been debunked as outdated
According to the latest Gang Monitor by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime (GI-TOC) the figures being circulated in South African media date back to the year 2000
Originally published in a monograph by Prof Irvin Kinnes, the statistics were drawn from police estimates more than two decades ago
A follow-up police briefing in 2001 suggested even higher numbers, but since then no official updates had been released
Despite their age these “zombie statistics” continue to resurface in news reports and even on Wikipedia, giving the false impression that they are current GI-TOC fieldwork conducted in 2018–2019 estimated that 13 of Cape Town’s most prominent gangs had nearly 72 000 members, with the Americans alone numbering more than 21 000
But the report stressed that gang structures are in constant flux, with splinter groups, youth gangs and shifting alliances making accurate head counts difficult
USINGRELIABLEPROXIES
“Gang numbers change rapidly,” the Monitor notes
“Breakaway groups, mergers and constant recruitment drives – often targeting vulnerable children – mean figures can rise or fall within months ” Instead of relying on outdated estimates experts recommend using more reliable proxies such as murder statistics and new technologies
Police data show gang-related murders have steadily increased in recent years, while Cape Town’s ShotSpotter system – rolled out in Hanover Park, Manenberg, Lavender Hill and Nyanga – has recorded gunfire every 47 minutes on average
Although these tools provide clearer insight into levels of violence they cannot fully capture the scale of gang influence, which extends beyond shootings to extortion, drug trafficking and other crimes
The report concludes that while precise numbers may be elusive one trend is unmistakable: gangsterism in the Western Cape has grown deadlier in the past five years, leaving some communities in a state of near-constant fear
Melodiestohealhearts
Founded in 2013, Rocking4Cancer has grown into an iconic annual event, raising funds and awareness for cancer-related causes and other vital organisations
This year’s milestone 10th show will be hosted at West End, Cape Town on Friday 3 October at 20:00, with proceeds going to St Joseph’s Intermediate Paediatric Care, which is celebrating 90 years of service
Themed “Masquerade” this year’s event will feature performances by a wide range of local artists, including Dr Jules, Berry Trytsman, Daylin Sass, Novocaine, Sade Von S, Tiana, Zoë Avontuur, B12 Boy Band, and DJ Hielin.
The first 100 attendees will receive com-
plimentary goodie bags, and there will be a few additional surprises on the night
St Joseph’s provides medical, emotional, and spiritual support to children with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions, from birth to age 17 CEO Christelle Cornelius says the support from Rocking4Cancer will help them continue offering specialised care to young patients and their families.
One example is a young girl known as Angel, who arrived at the facility in 2021 with complex medical needs, including a feeding tube and tracheostomy Through consistent therapy, including hydrotherapy to encourage speech, she has made steady progress—now eating on her own and
beginning to speak in short sentences.
In the baby ward, children with severe conditions receive palliative care in a calm and supportive environment
Families facing uncertain futures are offered counselling and guidance by the clinical and social work teams Some children arrive severely underweight and weak but gradually regain strength through the centre’s multidisciplinary approach
Over the years Rocking4Cancer has supported several organisations including St Luke’s Hospice, CHOC, The Sunflower Fund, Love Your Nuts, and the Breast Care Foundation.
.Tickets are R100 via Quicket, or R150 at the door.
Upcoming shows at GrandWest this October, November
Music and entertainment lovers are in for a treat at GrandWest with an exciting line-up of shows in the coming months.
Fans can look forward to Soul Sisters with Judy Boucher and Robin S on Saturday 27 September at 19:00
October
On Saturday 1 November the stage will light up with soul-stirring performances at Gospel Goes Classic featuring Donnie McClurkin.
November continues with more worldclass acts, starting with Grammy-winning
On Tuesday 2 October fans can look forward to smooth jazz from the legendary Kenny G, followed by two nights of laughter with Wackhead’s All Star Comedy Jam presented by Primedia on 17 and 18
jazz vocalist Gregory Porter on Wednesday 12 November, presented by Showtime Management and Deb de Souza.
On Saturday 15 November, Peadon Smith’s Soulful Reunion – The Tribute will take audiences on a nostalgic journey Irish family band The Corrs return to Cape Town on Tuesday 25 November
Operatic stars light up Artscape for Gala
Cape Town’s Artscape Theatre will come alive with world-class voices and orchestral brilliance on Saturday 4 October at 18:00, as the Duet Endowment Trust Gala Concert brings together top South African talent for one unmissable evening.
Presented by Cape Town Opera and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, the concert features internationally acclaimed soprano Golda Schultz and celebrated baritone Jacques Imbrailo, performing a rich selection of opera favourites and symphonic works.
Born in Cape Town and now a global opera star Schultz has performed at the likes of La Scala and the Met She returns home to sing arias from Faust, Don Giovanni, and The Rake’s Progress. Imbrailo, known for his expressive voice and commanding stage presence, will present excerpts from Eugene Onegin, Billy Budd and Don Carlo
The orchestra will be led by Gaetano Lo Coco, a rising international conductor noted for his refined and thoughtful interpretations Also taking
DAGBOEK / DIARY
. Mozart’s The Magic Flute, tailored for primary and high school learners, is on stage at the Joseph Stone Auditorium in Athlone from Tuesday 16 to Sunday 20 September daily at 10:00 and 13:00 Tickets from R80 at Webtickets
. African Times is on stage at Artscape from 17 to 20 September Tickets cost R120 available at Webtickets
. Salt - at tripple bill of ballets presented by Cape Ballet Africa is at Theatre on the Bay from 17 to 27 September Tickets from R350 at Webtickets
. Spring Symphonies at the City Hall: A World Premiere is on Thursday 18 September at 19:30 Tickets from R190 to R450 available at Webtickets
. A Marius Small-Smith concert with Mauritz Lotz is on Thursday 18 September at 20:00 in the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch. Tickets cost R300 available at Webtickets
. The Hugo Lambrechts Singing Department Annual Concert is on Friday 19 September at 18:30 in the auditorium. This year's concert features songs from 'My Fair Lady' and 'Beauty and the Beast'. Tickets are R30 at Quicket
. The UCT Jazz Festival takes place from 23 to 25 September Evening concerts in the Baxter Concert Hall at 19:00 Tickets at Webtickets Free lunch hour Library Desk concerts at 13:00 in the W H. Bell Music Library
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The ‘Duet Endowment Trust Gala Concert’ brings together top South African talent for one unmissable evening at the Artscape
the stage are Cape Town Opera’s House Soloists, Judith Neilson Young Artists, Vocal Ensemble and Children’s Chorus.
Audiences can expect highlights from Carmen, Rigoletto, Così fan tutte, Roméo et Juliette, and La traviata, plus ensemble works including Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin Waltz and van Dijk’s The Selfish Giant The Duet Endowment Trust, founded by Wendy Ackerman, supports the long-term sustainability of Cape Town Opera and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, ensuring a strong future for classical music in South Africa.
Tickets range from R250 to R950 . Book at Webtickets or Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7695.
Flipside tot 27 September Kaartjies kos R240 by Webtickets
. Why we Sing - Together is at the Nassau Auditorium, Groote Schuur High School, Newlands on Sunday 28 September at 15:00 The Cwmbach Choir from Wales together with the Cape Welsh Choir Tickets cost R150 at Quicket
. W A. Mozart’s Coronation Mass is at the Endler Hall in Stellenbosch on Sunday 28 September at 16:00 Tickets from R120 at Webtickets
. The Tramp runs at Artscape from Wednesday 1 to Friday 10 October A mini-musical that tells the story of Charlie Chaplin through the perspective of his beloved Tramp character Tickets cost R200 to R220 at Webtickets
. Kenny G is at the Grand Arena, GrandWest on Thursday 2 October at 20:00 Tickets are available at Webtickets
. Juan Boucher tree op Donderdag 2 Oktober om 20:00 by Kapstadt Brauhaus Durbanville op Kaartjies kos R220 by Quicket
. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Theatre on the Bay from 3 October to 29 November Tickets from R275 at Webtickets
. Hubert van der Spuy National Music Competition: Gala Concert and Finals is on Saturday 4 October at 16:00 at the Endler Hall in Stellenbosch. Tickets R100 at Webtickets
Internationally acclaimed soprano Golda Schultz
Drive-throughlicencerenewals
The days of queuing for hours to renew your vehicle licence disc are officially over Motorists can now renew their vehicle licence discs in under five minutes without leaving their cars
The City of Cape Town has launched South Africa's first drive-through vehicle licensing renewal facility in Brackenfell, transforming a tedious bureaucratic process into a swift, seamless experience This pioneering facility allows motorists to renew their vehicle licence discs without stepping foot outside their cars
Early trials show the entire process takes less than five minutes when paperwork is in order
CASHLESSANDCONVENIENT
The facility operates exclusively for motor vehicle licence renewals and accepts only debit and credit card payments no cash is kept on the premises
"The City is excited to bring this innovation to Brackenfell," said Mayco member for finance Siseko Mbandezi "The drive-through aims to make life easier for
motorists now you can simply drive up, pay by card, receive your new disc and be on your way
"This new facility is another innovation ensuring the City remains the most trusted and convenient motor vehicle licence renewal agent We encourage motorists to experience the convenience of renewing your disc from the comfort of your vehicle," says Mbandezi
Motorists who've received SMS renewal notices need only present their mobile phones The drive-through vehicle licensing renewal facility, located on the corner of Reservoir Road and Kruispad, is open Monday to Friday grom 11:30 to 19:30 and on Saturdays between 11:00 and 14:30
The City, acting as agents for the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), is working to extend weekday operating hours, with new times to be announced shortly Plans are already underway to explore additional drive-through locations across the city
This launch follows the City's successful rollout of its online booking system, which allows residents to schedule appointments for motor vehicle licensing and registrations, municipal account payments, general enquiries and payment arrangements
The online booking service is currently available at selected branches, with expansion planned throughout the year
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“I accept this recognition not for myself alone, but for the collective For the staff who walk beside me, the children who inspire me, and the values that guide me: dignity, justice, and inclusion " Over the years, Rinkwest faced many challenges The awards ceremony took place at Durbanville High School on 26 July for district level, and at The Westin Hotel in Cape town on 15 August for provincial level and the Nationals will take place in October, in Johannesburg
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Negotiation is key to best deal
While the asking price of a property may seem fixed,it might often be a starting point for negotiation,and it is common for buyers to look for a discount
Negotiating a discount is part of most property transactions, and the worst that can happen is that the seller says “no ”
According to agents from the Seeff Property Group there are some factors which buyers need to consider if they hope to get a discount on the seller’s asking price
TIPSFROMEXPERTS
Firstly, determine whether there is actually an opportunity for a discount
If you are for example purchasing off-plan, then the prices are usually fixed, but there may be a special deal as part of the marketing of the development
Instances where you could perhaps get a discount on the asking price include where the property is older and requires upgrading and renovation Then, there might be an opportunity to get a discount, provided it is not already discounted
If the property has been on the market for some time then there might be an opportunity to get a discount on the asking price
It will, however, depend on whether the seller is prepared to drop the price, or would rather wait for another buyer
CASHISKING
Cash usually tops all other payment methods
If you are paying in cash with no contingencies attached to the offer, there may be an opportunity
CT dominates luxury property market
The five top suburbs in the country now boast an average house price upwards of R20 million, all located in Cape Town which makes up nine of the top 10 suburbs by price value for this year, according to the Seeff Property Group A record 146 properties have sold for over R20 million, generating over R5 billion in value for this year so far – exceeding the total for the whole 2024-year in volume and value Of these, 15 sold for over R50 million with four priced over R100 million (two each in Clifton and Constantia). Record prices already achieved include R65 million for an apartment (Bantry Bay) and R104,5 million for a house (Constantia Upper), both sold by Seeff Cape Town’s high-net-worth suburbs have surged further in value The top five suburbs include Clifton (R25m), Bantry Bay R23m), Llandudno (R21,5m), Constantia
DON’T LET THAT ASKING PRICE INTIMIDATE OR SCARE YOU
to get a discount as the seller could bank the money quickly
If you do not have to sell a property first and you already have finance in place, then it may be possible to secure a small discount
There should, however, be no other contingencies as the seller will weigh the cost of having to wait
Pre-approved finance with a bigger deposit might also sweeten the deal.
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If the market is slow and there are many properties on the market, and the seller is motivated to sell as soon as possible, there might also be an opportunity to get a discount
Again, the better the price, the higher the chance of getting your offer approved.
Bear in mind that in the event that the seller receives other offers, then it is unlikely that a discount will be contemplated unless the buyer’s offer is significantly better, a cash offer for example
If you really want the house, then you will likely need to either offer the full asking price, or possibly even more to secure the property, says Seeff
Ultimately, getting a discount is about being a knowledgeable and strategic buyer
Do your research, understand the seller’s situation, and use every tool at your disposal to make a well-reasoned and confident offer
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COKE CUP SERVES EXCITING MATCH-UPS
Erin Telmarkes of RV United clears the ball before an attempted challenge by Tylor Ryan of Hot Spurs during a SAFA Cape Town Coke quarter-final match played at the Bishop Lavis Sports Ground on Sunday 14 September United won 4-0 to advance to the semi-finals.
CAPE TOWN HOSTS INAUGURAL SPEED CLASSIC WITH SUPERCARS AND VINTAGE ICONS
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Imagine a car driving at a speed of over 200km/h, its engine roaring like thunder as it blurs past in a streak of colour, hugging the curves of the track with precision and power
Well, that is exactly what spectators will experience when the Mother City plays host to the inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October
Framed by the breathtaking backdrop of Table Mountain along Phillip Kgosana Drive, the event blends the adrenaline of hill climb racing with a premium lifestyle experience
From sleek supercars to vintage icons, Speed Classic brings together 150 remarkable machines worth over R600 million for a weekend of automotive indulgence
Garth Mackintosh, event co-founder, says it took about five years to plan the show "The inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town also marks the revival of Cape Town's hill climb legacy, bringing back a motorsport
tradition that started in 1912, which saw drivers test their skills on Camps Bay Drive, Signal Hill Road and Kloof Road " He believes Phillip Kgosana Drive is the perfect location as they need a road to bring the cars back "It is a unique road It is fast at the start, then it has some spectacular curves It is a beautiful piece of road to drive And it is at the foot of Table Mountain," explains Mackintosh Enzo Kuun, Speed Classic race director and driver, shares more details about the spectacle "This event is driven by speed We got entries from across the world, from Switzerland, Poland, Sweden People can expect to see cars like the Ferrari 308 and cars from the 1930s," he explains Kuun says on the first day of the event patrons can get up close and personal
with the jewels of the motoring world The spotlight will shift to speed on Sunday in the King of the Mountain showdown
"A classic car is like art, you cannot replace it
“Those vehicles were built in an era
The people who designed and built them have died and it becomes collection items What makes the classic day so special is that we bring those vehicles out into a safe environment and ask the collectors to come and showcase their cars "
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Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the City is geared up to host this "world-class event"
"This event has the potential to grow into a real mainstay event for the city and one that will bring visitors from around the world and showcase our city globally "
Steyn Momberg, project director, adds that spectators can look forward to seeing modern supercars and high-performance racing machines compete across 2,1km of twisting tarmac and a 150-metre vertical climb
He says the event has been approved by Motor Sport South Africa "The racecourse is built with Formula 1 approved concrete barriers, our marshalling team is from Western Province Racing, so we believe that we have a safe event On Phillip Kgosana the outbound road will be the racing track, and people will
The Mother City plays host to the inaugural Speed Classic Cape Town.
