TygerBurger | Elsies/Eersterivier/Ravensmead | E-edition | 6 May 2026

WHAT’S ON/WAT’SWAAR

SATERDAG9MEI

. Die NG kerk Bellville-Wes bied'ndans en kuier saam metChristoenCobus Snyman aanom18:00 tenbatevan hul uitreiknaMalawië.‘nVerskeidenheid sopen broodjies salsaammet ‘n glasiesjerrie bedien word.Gastekan ookhul eiepiekniekmandjieendrinkgoed saambring.Die kostebeloopR200ofR180 per persoon vir ‘ntafelbespreking vir agtmense. Kinders (tweetot 12 jaar) betaal R100(onder tweeisgratis). KontakMarykeby071 6432239 virmeer inligting Kaartjies is beskikbaarbydie kerkkantoorofstuur ‘n e-posnanavraag@bellvillewes.ng.org.za.

. Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelterwillhost itsannual gala dinner and auctionat18:30 at the TwoOceans Aquarium,celebrating three decades of servicetoKhayelitsha's animals and community. The fundraising event willfeature PippaHudson as host, withauctioneerGuy McDonaldleading aliveauction of exclusive itemsand experiences.Entertainment willincludea performancebythe Isibane Se Afrika Choir during the pre-drinksreception. Guests willenjoya two-coursedinnerwith complimentary wineand dessert.Tickets areavailable at Quicketorcontact fund@mdzananda.co.za.

. TheGreater Simonsberg Conservancy(GSC) is inviting the public to lace up their hiking boots and runningshoes forWalk forthe Wild,a 10 km trailrun and hiketaking placeatDelheim Wine Estate.Trail runners willstart at 08:00 sharp,while hikers canopt forarolling startbetween 08:00and 10:00. Participants areencouraged to join thefun by dressing in leopard-themedoutfitsfor the Best DressedLeopard competition, with prizes awarded forthe most creative entries. Entriesare limited and availableat Quicket.

THURSDAY14MAY

. U3A Tygerbergwillmeet at Stellenberg Gemeente on thecorner of MountainViewDrive and Edelweiss Road.This month's speaker is AnnemarieVan Zyl from the Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary. Doorsopen at 09:00 fortea and coffee.Speaker takesthe floor from 10:00.R10 forU3A membersand R20 forvisitors.

WOENSDAG20MEI

. Die TygerbergTuin- en Blommeklub kombyeen by die NGkerk ParowWelgelegen(La Provencestraat 47,Welgelegen) om 09:30vir 10:00. Diesprekersis Althea Higham, wat‘n“parallel”-demonstrasiesal doen,enMarco Moorsvan Lowensvlei Blomplaasoor snyblomme.Die tema vandie blommekunskompetisieis“Elegansie”. Kontak BeatrixLambert-Bestbier by 082873 9864vir meerinligting

SATURDAY30MAY

. TheDianna JacksonFoundationwillhosta CommunityMarketDay from 10:00to15:00atthe SummerGreens Community Centre, 22 TinkersRoad, SummerGreens. Theevent will featurelocal vendors, food stalls,handmadecrafts, fashion, musicand family-friendlyentertainment. Formoreinformation contact CJ Jacksonon072 8301966(WhatsApp).

SUNDAY31MAY

. Discoverthe hidden secretsand relics of an abandoned WW2MilitaryBaseinLlandudno,during aspecial “Top secret”Heritage Tunneland Bunker Tour forTourism Month. Thetrail starts at the bigGun inApostlesBattery Llandudno at 10:30, and willend in thesamespot.Explorersneedtobewalking fit,as thereare stepsand obstaclestohurdleand laddersto climb. Childrenneedtobeaccompanied by an adult. Space is limited to 20.Ticketsare R295 per person. Email Mattaatmattweisse@mweb.co.zatobook.

SATURDAY6JUNE

. TheCapeTownGem and MineralClub’snextopen daytakes placefrom10:00 to 14:00 at 14aGoede HoopSt, Bothasig. Entryisfree. Learnmoreabout ourhobby of crystals,gems, and mineral specimen collecting, and relatedcraftwork.Trawl the stalls, chat to membersand find your special item. Plenty of off-roadparking. Food available.

FRIDAY12JUNE

. TheMitchells PlainUnitedResidents Association (Mura) willbehaving aGolf Dayaspartofthe area's 50thanniversarycelebrations. It willbeheldatthe RoyalCapeGolf Club on Friday12June.The eventwill caterfor 120players over six to eight waterholes. Mura is in need of prizes, waterholesponsors, contents for goodie-bags,and auctionitems forthe prize-giving dinners.For moreinformation, contact Norman Jantjes at 083628 4421.

SUNDAY28JUNE

. Step intoa worldwherewintermeets highfashion at theWinter Wonderland FashionShow2026, presentedbyKairosEvents &Model Management at RooftoponBree, 170BreeStreet. This showcase brings togetheremergingand establisheddesigners, aspiring models, and fashionloversfor an unforgettablerunwayexperience setagainst the stunning Cape Town skyline.Dress Code: DresstoImpress –High Fashion Edition. Ticketsavailable viaQuicket

Citytablesproposed R6.8bnbudgetfor safetyservices

The City of CapeTown hasproposed aR6,8 billionoperatingbudget for its Safety and Security Directorate for the 2026-’27 financial year, alongside adraft capitalbudget of just over R204,9 million.

While the budget is yet to be approved officials sayitreflected continued investment in public safety, enforcement and emergency response services across themetro.

BALANCINGENFORCEMENT ANDEMERGENCYRESPONSE

The directorate’s responsibilities extend beyondcrime prevention, covering a wide range of services including Law Enforcement, Metro Police, Traffic Services, Fire and Rescue, the Disaster Risk ManagementCentre and Public Emergency Communication Centre.

Maycomember for Safety and Security

JP Smith emphasised the broader scope of thebudget

“The fundswill be used to upgrade a range of security infrastructure, including CCTV cameras andfire stations,” he said.

The City hasincreased its enforcement staff by nearly 1500 officers in recent years,amove thathas driven up operational costs suchassalaries, fuel and uniforms

MAJORINFRASTRUCTUREUPGRADESPLANNED

Asignificant portion of the capital budgetisearmarked for infrastructure andfacilityimprovements aimed at strengtheningservicedelivery.

Key allocations include:

. R83.1 million for upgrades at the Public Safety TrainingCollege;

. R20 million for fire station upgrades; . R14.2million for anew Law Enforcementbasealong Stellenbosch Arterial Road; . R10 million for refurbishing the Joint

“Thefundswillbeusedtoupgradea rangeofsecurityinfrastructure...” -JPSmith

Policing Centre;

. R3 million for the construction of afire station in Langa.

Smithhighlighted the importance of expanding services in high-demand areas.

“We are spending R14million on alawenforcement and safety-and-security base on Stellenbosch Arterial Road to serve Delft and Belhar,”hesaid.

TECHNOLOGYINVESTMENTUNDERSCRUTINY

Thedraft budget also includes funding for technological upgrades, though these form arelatively small portion of the overall allocation.

Planned spending includes:

. R1 million for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (drones) and . R12.6million for CCTVexpansion and replacement

Smithnoted that camera deployments have been prioritised in high-crime areas.

“For the lastfew years, all of the camera rollout has gone to the highest crime rate areas, except where ward budgets provide for cameras. Ideally, we want to be in the realm of about R25million for CCTV.”

TheCitysaid the proposed budget reflectsincreasing pressure on safety services as Cape Town’spopulation grows and demand rises.

With adual focus on enforcement and emergency response, the directorate’s funding aims to ensure readiness across multiple fronts, from crime prevention to disaster management.

Residentsand stakeholders can review the full draft budget via the City’s official document portal.

Skilder met woorde en wengroot

Is jy lief virAfrikaanse musiek én hou jy daarvan om jouself deur kuns uittedruk? Danisdie tweede Skilder met Woorde-kompetisie net virjou. Afrikaans.comseeersteSkildermet Woorde-kompetisie watin2021plaasgevind het,was uiters suksesvol. Die kunstenaar ElsieJoosteenbekende musikant AntonGoosenhet tydens dié kompetisie leerdersaangemoedig om een vanAnton se liedjies te skilder “Nábaienavraevan ouers en leerders wat

ingeskryf het virons vorige kompetisie,het ek besluit om die projek weer vanjaaraan te pak,”vertel Elsie. “Dieinskrywingsvan ons eerstekompetisie het ons oorweldig. Ek is ’n groot voorstandervan kuns in skole, en daaromisso’nkompetisie belangrik. ” Die kompetisie sluit op 3Julie en wenners salin die eersteweek vanAugustus aangekondig word . Besoek https://afrikaans.com/2026/03/27/ luister-dit-skilder-met-woorde-en-wen-groot/ vir meer inligting.

Oumavegvoort oorkleinkind

BRENDENRUITER

BRENDEN.RUITER@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

Die ouma van 'n driejarige seun wat verledeNovember na bewering deur 'n dronk wetstoepassingsbeampte doodgery is,sêdie verdagtelewe asof niks gebeurhet nie.

Khy'ree Jordaan is op 9November verlede jaar in Clarke Estate doodgery terwyl hy metvriende op diesypaadjie gespeelhet. Volgens sy ouma, Jolene Jordaan, was die beampte vandiensafen dronk toe hy haar kleinkinddoodgeryen van die toneel gevlug het.

doogery.

SÊ DIE POLISIE DOEN NIKS OM SAAK OP TE LOS

Vandag, byna sesmaande later, is niemand nog aangekla nie en, volgens die ouma, loop en spogdie verdagtedat hynie saltronktoe gaan nie. "Hy is 'n dwelmgebruiker wat steeds dieselfde handelaar hiernaby besoek. Hierisook 'n kuierplek waar hy gereeld uithang en spogdat niks methom salgebeur nie,"sê Jordaan.

Volgens Jordaan is sy steeds kwaad en sal sy nie rusvoor die verdagte skuldig bevind en gestraf word nie. "Hy werk steeds, al is hy nie op die pad. Ek was noualoralrondgestuur, sonder enige sukses.Ekwas al by die speurders en het ale-posse na verskillende mense en organisasiesgeskryf, maar niemand kan my help nie," sê sy. Niks salhaar egterkeer in haar geveg om geregtigheid nie. "Ek salaanhou geraas maak totiemandmyhoor. Op elkemoontlikenuusplatform of sosiale media salekpraat tot daardie man verantwoordingdoen vir sy dade," sê sy Die polisie se sers. Wesley Twigg het by navraag gesê die saak is nouvoor die hof en het navrae daarheen verwys.

TygerBurger het uitgereiknaWayne Dayason,woordvoerdervir die Stad Kaapstad se wetstoepassers. Teen druktyd het hy nognie gereageer nie, maar luidens beriggewing in ander media het hy glo gesê die verdagte is na 'n "nieoperasionele"rol verskuif.

Eric Ntabazalila van die nasionale vervolgingsgesaghet ook nognie op navraegereageer nie.

Al diekommentare salbygewerk word wanneer dit ontvang word.

City endorsesdraft National Rail Master Plan

CapeTown Mayor GeordinHill-Lewis haswelcomed renewed rail devolution commitments in the draft NationalRail Master Plan released forpublic comment by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy He also calls for clear deadlines onsuch devolution, given the urgent need for affordable, integrated public transport for residents, especially lower-income households.

The Master Plan reaffirms“the future devolution of urban rail to municipalities, guided by aNational Devolution Strategy” as an importantdevelopment in national railpolicy (section 3.10). There arealso plans foranational RailPlanning Unit to oversee the devolution(section 13.4) The plan further praises Cape Town’s proactivestation-precinct planning, an “aspect [that] needs to be drivenbythe metros and localauthorities workingwith [therail agency] Prasa as is now doneby CapeTown.”

“The next crucial step is for Minister Creecy to finalise the draft NationalRail Bill andDevolution Strategy as soonas possible. The draft Master Planissilent on devolution time frames, and our City’s submission will call for clearand urgent deadlines. Cape Town standsreadytobe the first metro to run its local trains,and we are encouraged that the MasterPlan acknowledges our City’s Rail Business Plan and proactive planning.

“In time we want to see Capetonians using just oneticket to hop from train to MyCiti bus and other forms ofpublic transport. Only capable metros can deliver asafe, reliable and affordable one-ticket system in line with our constitutional mandate for integrated public transport.”

The National Master Plan cites research

fromCapeTown’s Rail Business Plan, which found that lower-income households would save an estimated R932m ayear if trains were working as they should in a devolved, integratedtransport system. City feasibilitystudies into aviable devolution handover foundthatPrasa andnational government first needed to restoreCape Town’srailnetwork operationsto620 000 dailypassengertrips, which existed prior to thesteady collapseofrailoverthe last decade.

NOROOMFORCITYTOCROSS-SUBSIDISE

“The City’s Rail Business Plan explored nine devolution scenarios, identifyingthe three most viable options,”said Mayco member for Urban Mobility RobQuintas.

“Allviable options involve the devolutionofrail services, associated assetsand infrastructure to the Citywith the participation of theprivate sector operating services on acontractualor comprehensive concessionbasis. The Business Plan alsorules outless viable devolutionscenarios where infrastructure remains owned andmanagedbyPrasa, andwherethe City operates the rail service rather than the private sector.

“Crucially, the plan concludes that devolutionispossible only with funding fromthe national fiscus, with no room within the rates base of the City to cross-subsidiserail. TheCity alsoneeds to have authorityover fare setting, accesstolong-term nationalgrant funding andtogeneratelocal revenue through public-private partnerships andcommercialisation. This is in line withthe City’sconstitutionalmandate forintegratedtransport planning across different public-transport modes.”

Actor-stuntman reflectsonhiscareer

CMurray, alsomakes her debut as thecharacter“Beertjie”. Bowie is passionate aboutencouraging young people to embracetheir talents. He aims to inspire teenagers to contribute positively to their communities.

He alsoreflected on a“neardeath” car accident afew years ago, sayingitwas life-altering. It motivatedhim to embracerisks and take leaps of faith.

The film Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,writtenand directed by Nic Matthee, is produced by RedMoon PerformingArts. It is settopremiere on Tubi TV and thecompany’s YouTube channel on 27 August 2026. Thefilm also features actors Nadia Gouws, Justin Malgas, Tyrique Williams, Taz Lucas,Kesia Wrenn, Tyrese Links, BreytonFortuin and drama students of Roosendaal SecondarySchool

“Mymotivation centres on fosteringpositive change within our communities andchallenging negative stereotypes. Once again, Ibelieve it is crucial to focus on the academic andcreative potential of ouryouth, as they possess immensecapabilities and face limited opportunities. By nurturing their creativity and transforming visionary ideas into actionable steps we can create lasting, positive impacts that empower young individuals to turn theseemingly impossible into achievable goals.”

City invitesfilmmakers to applyfor film project

Submissions are open until 31 Mayfor film productions scheduled for completion in the 2026/2027 financial year.The film fund provides financial support or municipal services support for film projects produced in Cape Town

Thefund aims to support productions that drive local economic development and create job opportunities across the broader film and media value chain. It also seekstoselect projects that strengthen Cape Town’s emerging talent base through targeted upskilling and traininginitiatives.

"Thisisthe third call of thefilm fund and marks a significantstep in the City’s continued commitment to strengthening Cape Town’s film and media industry. The strong performance of last year’s funded projects is atestament to the impact of thisinitiative, with productions gaining both local and international traction. This includes Wild Waterfront -a finalist at the 2026 International Tourism Film Festival Africa takingplace in June. We look forward to supporting anew wave of projects that will continue to elevate Cape Town’s presence,"JPSmith, Mayco Member for Safetyand Security.

TheCityisseeking projects that align with the following criteria:

.Projects that stimulatelocal economic growth and create jobs within the City of Cape Town;

.Film and media projects that highlight and promote the unique

aspects of Cape Town; .initiatives that support and upskill emerging talent in the film and media sector within Cape Town;

.Programmes that drive sustainability, diversity, and inclusion within the local film and media landscape;

.Projects that authentically portray Cape Town's rich history and cultural heritage; and

.Film and media projects with the capacity to attract direct investment intothe City of Cape Town. Film projects that can be considered for funding includes production, post-production funding for short films, feature films such as animation, interactive gaming, live action music videos, commercials, and realityTVseries.

PROJECTS

Projects must be completed within the City’s financial year (1 July 2026 –30June 2027) Ineligible projects and exclusions:

.Adult content

.Training videos or corporate videos

.Current affairs or news shows

Purchasing of equipment/assets

TheFilm Support Application form, Project Plan form and the documents checklist will be available to download from the Film Cape Town and the City of Cape Townwebsites.

. Emailcompleted application withsupportingdocumentation to Film.Fund@capetown.gov.za. No hand-delivered applications willbe accepted

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CapeTownOperato present‘Carmen’

Cape Town Opera(CTO) willpresent anew productionofGeorgesBizet's Carmen at the Artscape OperaHouse from 19 to 31 May,marking the company's return to classic repertoirewith one of opera's most popular works.

Theproduction, directed by Steven Stead, willbeset in 1931-'32 Seville and features CTO's vocalensemble, children'schorus, and theCape Town Philharmonic Orchestraunder conductor TimMurray

Theoperatells the storyofpassion, freedom and fate through Bizet's score, which includes well-knownpieces such as the "Habanera" and "Toreador Song"

Cape Town OperahousesoloistNonhlanhlaYende willperform the titlerole, with tenor Lukhanyo Moyake as DonJosé.Guest artist Vuvu Mpofu takesthe role of Micaëla, whilebaritone Conroy Scottwillplaythe bullfighter Escamillo.The cast also includes Brittany Smith as Frasquitaand Khayakazi Madlala as Mercédès.

Thecreativeteamincludes setdesigner Greg King,costume designer Maritha Visagie, and choreographer Naoline Quinzin, whowill work with professional dancers to incorporate movement intothe production.

Theopening performanceonTuesday 19 Maycoincides with Artscape's 55th anniver-

Annie Jr production hits school stage

thebeloved storyofthe spirited orphanAnnie to life THESTORYTHATNEVERGROWS

CARMEN OPENS19MAY WITH MULTIPLE PERFORMANCES THROUGH TO 31 MAYAT ARTSCAPE OPERAHOUSE

sary celebration.

AccordingtoCapeTownOpera'sartistic director MagdaleneMinnaar,the production aims to offer bothemotional intensityand contemporarytheatricalvision

Carmen,which premiered in 1875,remains oneofthe world's most frequentlyperformed operas, known forits memorable characters and melodies.

Sixperformances arescheduled: evening showsat 19:00 on 19,21, 27 and29May,with matineeperformancesat14:00on23and 31 May.

. Tickets areavailableatWebtickets or theArtscape boxoffice on 021421 7695. Student, pensioner andgroup discounts areavailablewithappropriate identificationorminimumbooking requirements.

Thetitlerolewillbesung by the magnetic CTOhousesoloist NonhlanhlaYende,whose rich mezzosoprano voiceand commanding stage presencemakeher anatural fit for Bizet’sfiercely independent heroine.

TheDrama Labwillbring aheartwarming dose of musicaltheatre to thecommunitythis Maywithits 2026 annual productionof AnnieJr,staged at TableViewPrimary School

Running from Friday 8May to Saturday16May,the productionpromises nostalgic, singablefavouritesand an uplifting storythat continues to resonate with audiences of allages.

This year’s productionisled by director JulieDickson, with choreographybyTamsinWilliams andBethany Dickson, andmusicaldirectionbyRaé Swart.The 90-minuteadaptation features a53-strong cast of young performers from TheDrama Lab, a Drama andMusicalTheatre training studio basedinTableView.

Audiences canexpecticonic songs including Tomorrow and It’s aHard KnockLife,asthe productionbrings

OLD AnnieJr followsthe journeyofa young orphanliving under thecare of thestrictMiss Hannigan.Believing her parentswillone dayreturn forher, Annie’slifechangeswhen billionaire Oliver Warbucksinvites her to spend Christmasathis home

Performances take placeatTable View PrimarySchool,made possiblethrough theschool’s support in providing rehearsaland performance facilities.

. Performances runfrom8–16 May, with matineesonselected dates. Ticketsstart from R165 andare available via Quicket.No children underthe ageoffourwill be admitted.

DAGBOEK /DIARY

. Die UniversiteitskoorStellenbosch tree op Vrydag 8enSaterdag9Mei om 19:00 in dieEndlersaalop. Kaartjies kos R190 totR280 by Webtickets.

. TheDrama LabatTable View Primary presents Annie at the schoolfrom8 to 16 May. TicketsatQuicket

. TheSaffaStuntAwardsceremony, short film screening and afterparty is at the HomecomingCentre on Saturday 9May from 16:00.Moredetails and ticketsare availableatwww.saffastuntawards.co.za.

. TheHuman League and Blancmange areliveatthe Grand Arena,GrandWest on Tuesday12May at 19:00.Ticketsat Webtickets.

. Alfred Adriaan'sbrand newshow, Positive Strokes, is at TheHomecoming CentreonWednesday13and Thursday 14 Mayat19:30.TicketsfromR200to R250 at Webtickets.

. Eden tree op Saterdag 16 Mei om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfellop. Bespreekbywww.heroeslive.net

. Cape Town OperapresentsGeorges Bizet'sCarmen, astory of passion,

freedom and jealousyatArtscape from 19 to 31 May. TicketsfromR180 at Webtickets.

. MillenniumtreeopVrydag22Mei om 20:30byHeroes Brackenfellop. Kaartjies kosR120tot R140.Bespreek by www.heroeslive.net

. ACDC Duet Xchange2026,a two-day festivalofdanceperformanceand competition, is at TheHomecoming Centre on Friday22and Saturday23 Mayat19:00.TicketsR150 at Webtickets.

. XollyMncwango: TheUnusual Encounter is at the Grand Arena, GrandWest on Saturday23May at 18:00.TicketscostfromR300 at Webtickets.

. Boyz II Men LiveinSouthAfricaTour is at the Grand Arena,GrandWest on Wednesday27May at 18:00.Tickets cost from R750atWebtickets. . TheRockyHorror ShowisatTheatre on the BayinCamps Baycurrently until 31 May. Theproduction is ratedPG16. Ticket prices startfromR200. Book at Webticketsoron021 4383300

ComicConplansmovetobiggervenue

LAURENO’CONNOR-MAY

LAUREN.OCONNOR-MAY@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

Cape Town’s beloved pop culture festival has officiallyoutgrown its home. Organisers of Comic Con Cape Town, which has beenrunning in the City since 2018, plan to move the international event across the road next year, to CTICC1 —a larger, single-level spacethat gives organisers room to do more.

Organiser Carol Weaving,MDofRX Africa, announced the planned moveata press briefing ahead of thefour-dayevent.

“We’ve now outgrown this venue and we’re going to be moving across the road to CTICC1,which is bigger and we have more space,” said Weaving

This year’s Comic Con Cape Town, which started on Thursday 30 April, was

spread across three levels. Theground floor washome to pop culture, while the middle level is given overtotabletop gaming

The top level serves as the experience hall, and also features, digital gaming, the popculturestage,aCAF animation stage anda rangeofbrand activations.

The outdoor area was been expanded, with more food trucks andawider variety of foodoptions.

STARS,STAGESANDPACKEDDAYS

Seven cast members from the Netflix live-actionseries One Piece season 2were among the international guests at this year’s show.

The series is currently being filmedin Cape Town.

International guests included ChristopherSabat, Jason Liebrechtand Evanna Lynch.

Sabat, an American voice actor, is famousfor bringing to life iconic characters including Vegeta from Dragon Ball Z,Roronoa Zoro from One Piece,All Mightfrom My Hero Academia,and Yami Sukehiro from Black Clover

Liebracht is oneofanime’smost recognisable voices, He is best known for voicing Dabi in My Hero Academia, Rob Lucci in One Piece,and Beru in Solo Leveling

Lynch is best known for playing Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films.

Local artists, who contributed to titles aroundthe world, were also in attendance andseveralemergingartists who were part of theCity of Cape Town’s emerging artists activation, followingamural challenge, were given booths andan opportunity to build audiences for their art.

Thefour-day programme was packed with, cosplay competitions, tabletop and boardgaming, anime,collectibles,cards, toysand after-dark events thatinclude acoffee-and-comicssession, acomedy evening on Friday andsets by DJ Elliott.

The event concludedSundayMay 3.

GOODFORTHECITY,GOODFORTHEECONOMY

Mayco member for safety andsecurity, JP Smith, said events like Comic Con area vital part of what keeps the city’s economymoving.

“Thetop eight signature events in Cape Town generate around R4,5billion for our city economy. That’s abig deal. That’sa lotofmoney thatflows into businesses,” he said.

Henotedthatthe events industry, the film industry andtourism are closely linked —each helping the other grow.

He also pointed outthatCape Town is oneofthe few cities in South Africa, and in the world, that is successfully bringing downyouthunemployment.

“Cape Town generates the lion’s shareof jobs around ourcountry.

“This industry, the film industry, the tourism industry, whichare closely interlinked, are part of thatequation —an important part of that equation,”hesaid.

EVENTHOSTS GAMERS, ARTISTS, COSPLAYERSAND INTERNATIONAL TALENT

Beyond the ballot:Are youngvoters really politically aware enough?

Irecently stumbled upon a Facebook memory that took me back seven years, to an election year,toayounger version of myself, and to amoment Ihave notquite let go of.

Iwas ajournalism studentthen, on the eNCA election bus, and live on television when Iwas asked asimple question: "Are you voting?"

Isaid no. Around me, the answer was almost unanimously yes. My response landed awkwardly, as Iexpected it would. It was not because Idid notunderstand the importance of voting.

Idid. Political awareness was not foreign in my home.

But Ialso understood something else: the framing theory. This is atheory in communication of understandinghow meaning is shaped not only by what is said,but byhow it is presented, interpretedand socially received.

At its simplest, framing is the process of selecting certain aspects of reality and making them more prominent in communication, so that a particular interpretation is encouraged. The same issue can therefore produce entirely different reactionsdepending on the frame attached to it

Conversations about politics among young people were, and often still are, uncomfortable terrain.

Speak too earnestly and you risk being labelled "too serious". Push too far and the conversation dissolves into humour.

Deflection or disengagement

Africans navigating politics with adegree ofawareness, but withoutconsistentspaces that nurture, challenge and deepen thatunderstanding.There is curiosity,but not always guidance.

There is exposure, butnot always explanation.

Politics is notanimage.Itisnot public relations

It shapes the costofliving, the safety of our communities, the quality of education andthe opportunities available to young people.

It requires more than following personalities or slogans. It requires lookingatleaders and parties critically, weighing their positions,manifestos andgovernance records, and makingdecisions grounded inunderstanding rather than allegiance.

Now, seven yearslater, as the countryapproachesanother localgovernment election,Ifind myself returningtothatsame question. Notwhether young people will vote, but whether they arebeing preparedtodecide.

Because voting, on its own,is notthe endpoint of democracy. It is only meaningful when it isinformed. Aballot castwithout clarityis participation in form, but notalways in substance.

We cannotcontinuetomeasure civic engagementpurely by turnout,while ignoring the uneven foundation on whichthat participation rests.

.. YOUNGPEOPLEARE CONSISTENTLY ENCOURAGEDTOVOTE, BUTNOTALWAYS

EQUIPPEDTO UNDERSTANDWHAT THATPARTICIPATION DEMANDS. ..

Politics becomes something to joke about, avoid, or reduced to personalities rather than policy. So Ianswered deliberately. Not to reject democracy, but to disrupt the script.

Iwanted to see if anyone would pause long enough to ask why.

Very few did.That moment has stayed with me, not because of the answer Igave, but because of the gaps it revealed.

Young people are consistently encouraged to vote, but not always equipped to understand what that participation demands. We are told our voices matter, but seldom guided on how to interrogate manifestos, unpack ideology, or position ourselves within acomplex political landscape. Participation is promoted. Political literacy, far less so. At the time, my answer frustrated people close to me.I was accused of making myself appear uninformed in apublic space. How could Isay that, on live television, during an election cycle? But Iunderstood the power of framing.

Iwas willing to sit with that discomfort because the moment was never about appearing clever. It was about forcing aconversation that toooften remains avoided, even in spaces that are meant to encourage engagement

In many ways, Iwas not standing as an individual in that moment,but as areflection of abroader reality, young South

McLaren Circussparkspublic outcry

Thecircus hashit town! Therecentarrival of McLaren Circus, an animal performance outfit,has gotboth Milnerton residents andBeautyWithout Cruelty South Africa up in arms in protest ("Circus opposes claims", TygerBurger 29 April).

Political understanding remains fragmented. In somespaces it is actively discouraged, treated as divisive or unnecessary. In others, it is reduced toslogans, party loyalty, or surface-level debates thatdo little to build critical thinking

The result is ageneration expected to participate in a system they are not always fully equipped to navigate.

This is notanargument against voting. It isanargument against shallowengagement.

Importantly, these conversations cannot be confined to formalspaces alone. They must exist in homes, schools, campuses,communities and media platforms. They must be normalised amongpeers, not avoided. Political literacy should notrequire aspecialised interest or professional background. It should be part of howwe understand the world we live in.

The challenge isnot apathy. It is access, to knowledge, to dialogue, to spaces where politicalunderstanding is developed rather than discouraged.

As local elections draw closer, the questionshould notonly be howmanyyoungpeople will showupat the polls.

It shouldbewhether they arearriving there with clarity, confidence and asense of urgency.Whether they understand notjust who they are voting for, but why.

Becauseparticipation without understanding is not enough.

-NAMHLAMONAKALI

Objections, against,among other things, cruelty,confinement, transport andethics. To that list add the objection to forcing cagedanimal beingstoperform oneor other "trick"for the enjoymentofhuman beings!

McLaren claims to be compliant with the license, transport,permits andinspection requirements of the PerformingAnimal Act, Cape Nature andthe SPCA. Additionally to the above,inits attempt to defend the indefensible, it trots out a flawed statistical argument.Itsays: “... we had2250 peopleattendour shows.We

countedapproximately43protesters. This is aratio of 52 circus supportersfor every oneprotester”. Thecynicism in this defencecan be puncturedbythe simplebut probingquestion of :“Have anyofthose 52 really been interviewedtoget their informed view of caged, confined andrestricted animal beingsbeing forced to perform fortheir amusement? Have theybeen given anyinsight into what happens to the sheer spirit andsoul of thesebeautiful wildcreatures whentheyare cagedand confined forthe duration of their livesand many, like lions, areforcedtoperform “under the whip”? They have not.

It might be of interest forMcLaren to note that “Eventhe devil mayquote the biblefor his ownpurposes” LOGANGOVENDER,Milnerton

Waarommoet dierely

Ek stem 100% saam met “Onsisdie oplossing" en "Bunny report misrepresents facts of whatishappening on theground” (TygerBurger 29 April).

Dit is altydsnaakshoe mense veralin die noordelikevoorstede geen verdraagsaamheid teenoor die arme dierehet nie en ook altydiemandvindomdie skuld te geevir alleswat verkeerdgaan.Hoe belaglikdit ook al magwees.

Ek hetinClaremont gewerk en ek was verbaas oor hoedie mense daar alle diere, watter dier dit ook al magwees —hetsy hasies of kolganse,akkommodeer en probeer help.Hier word gedurig gelees van hoedie diere‘nprobleem raak en dan word daar gepraat vanskiet en vergiftig. Tipies, mensewat niesien dat die mens eintlik die probleem is nie. Ek draf elke oggend in Majik Forest en daar wastoevallig ook iemandwat my gevrahet oor hase in daardie omgewing.

Ek hetgenoem dat ek weleen of twee gesien het,maar het gewonder hoekom dit vir my gevrais. Seker om nogdaar vrytelaat.Ekvra altyd, of dit nou‘nhond, katofhaas is. Hoekom kryjydit in die eersteplek? As jy enigedier neem,isdit ‘n commitment om vir daardie dier om te gee. Ons weet almal hoekom die hase daar is; dit is so in die briewe uiteengesit Virdie mensewat in ontkenning is. vat bietjie verantwoordelikheid vir jou besluit om ‘n dier aan te skaf.Daar is weloplossings as daar net bietjie uitgereik en moeite gedoen word.Maar nee, dump die diere en geehulle die skuldvir alles. Hoe leef julle met julself om ‘n dier so seer te maak en te laat ly?Dan wonder ek ook maar netofsulke mensekinders het en watter voorbeeldjulle agterlaat PASSIEVOLLE DIERELIEFHEBBER Philadelphia

Bunny rescuer calls forhelp

My name is Genae andIrescue gorgeous fluffybunnies. Recentlytherewas aphoto of me holding aposterinour fighttocombatrabbit dumping in Durbanville Igot 12 postersthankfullysponsored by "Printmet Erika" which we plan to display around Durbanville Forthe last fewyears Ihavebeen focusing on Durbanville to steriliseand re-home as manyasIcan,toget them off the street andout of danger.I come from the southernsuburbs to take anysick or injured rabbits andrehabilitatethem for re-homing.

Ihavecaught,sterilised andre-homed 70 Durbanville rabbits this past year.I will continue to raisefunds to steriliseand remove

If youwould like to help,get involved or have ahome,garden or farm to allow theserabbits to live outtheir lives, please messagemeonsocial media: Instagram, Facebook or Website: TheHouse of Fluffels.

Rabbits arecomplex pets. They canlive up to 14 years.Theyneed space, dailyattention, specialisedfood andsterilisation is essential. Please adopt,don’t shopand be kind andsterilise.

GENAEMAREE, Claremont

Dankie Stad en burgemeester

Ná vele briewe aan die burgemeester van Kaapstad en die Stad Kaapstad aangaande die onwettigeplakkerswat langsdie Kuilsriver-kanaal in Soneikewoon,gaan daar uiteindelik opgetree word ‘n Aansoek om 'n hofbevelvir die uitsetting vanonwettigeplakkersna‘nbeter woonplek is in ‘n gevorderde stadium. Dankie Stad Kaapstad en die burgemeester vanKaapstad vir opsies vir hierdie hawelose mensevir beter blyplek, veralin die komende koue winter JJ CLOETE, Soneike