TygerBurger Goodwood E-Edition 10 September 2025

The High Court in Cape Town began hearing arguments on 1 and 2 September from legal representatives of five groups seeking to oppose a landmark bid to decriminalise prostitution in South Africa Sixteen prospective amici curiae, or friends of the court, also made submissions to join the case, with 14 supporting the decriminalisation effort and two opposing it

On Monday 1 September after hearing the two counsel for the five intervening respondents - Cause for Justice and a coalition of four organisations - the court ruled that it was satisfied that the intervenor applicants made out a case for intervention and they are allowed to intervene as respondents in the case

The court’s decision regarding the admission of the 16 amici stood over to Tuesday 2 September, with the judge, on Monday, indicating his inclination to whittle down the number of amici However, in delivering its judgement on Tuesday, the learned judge admitted all 16 amici to the case, quoting the Constitutional Court’s judgment in Koyabe v Minister of Home Affairs

“Amici curiae have made and continue to make an invaluable contribution to

“CauseforJusticewillnowbegin withthemammothtaskof

representingthepublic ” - Spokesperson

this court’s jurisprudence Most, if not all constitutional matters present issues, the resolution of which will invariably have an impact beyond the parties directly litigating before the court Constitutional litigation by its very nature requires the determination of issues squarely in the public interest, and in so far as amici introduce additional, new and relevant perspectives, leading to more nuanced judicial decisions, their participation in litigation is to be welcomed and encouraged,” the court held "In consequence of the court’s rulings, Cause for Justice will now begin with the mammoth task of representing the public interest in the retention of the criminal ban on prostitution, by preparing its opposing papers to the applicants’ case, in order to meet the filing deadline of 13 October," says a spokesperson for the organisation

ARO aims for GunRun

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A group of animal activists are gearing up to tackle the GunRun pet walk to help raise funds for their third mobile clinic

The group will take part in the 5km Pet Walk category in this year's OUTsurance Gun Run at Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point on Saturday 13 September

The walk will start on Fritz Sonnenberg Road in Green Point, and finish on the Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club All races finish on the Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club

RAISINGFUNDS

The runners represent the Animal Rescue Organisation (ARO) and are raising funds for their brand-new mobile clinic, said head of fundraising, Lindsey Concer

"This service is a lifeline for pets in need, and as a team, we're ready to put in the miles (and the sore feet!) to help make Mobile Clinic number three a reality

"Help us help the doggies and kitties who need us most," she said

The ARO team is making its debut in this year's Pet Walk with 25 team members, including their families

The animal rescue organisation has been appealing for funds to help cover their costs to build another mobile clinic since July and launched a fundraising drive

Concer hopes the new clinic can expand their services and allow them to support more communities where animals need

vaccinations and sterilisations

"A third clinic is an urgent need that we identified during our recent outreach efforts in communities like Jim se Bos, Lekkerwater, Egoli, Phumlani, Siqalo, and most recently, Smallville," said Concer

So far they have received some donations from some loyal supporters, but their financial target goal they hope to reach is around R1 million "With the cost of the vehicle, the conversion into a working mobile clinic, as well as medications and running costs our budget sits at well over R1 million," Concer said

The new mobile clinic will offer various services for sickly animals which include: vaccinations, parasite treatment, basic consultations, and sterilisation referrals . For more information about ARO, visit their website at https://www.animalrescue org.za

Ottery-based animal rescue,Animal Rescue Organisation,hosting one of their vaccination and sterilisation campaigns using one of their mobile clinics.

Nog geen arrestasies ná moord op man

RICHARDROBERTS

Die Wes-Kaapse polisie sê niemand is nog in verband met die onlangse moord op 'n man voor die ingang van die Tygerberghospitaal aangekeer nie

Tino "Oudste" Mentoor van Belhar is op Vrydag 15 Augustus koelbloedig in sy motor vermoor in Francie van Zijl-rylaan, Parow Verskeie skote is op hom geskiet en hy is op die toneel dood verklaar

Sers Wesley Twigg, polisiewoordvoerder, sê die saak word nog ondersoek "Speurders van die teen-bende-eenheid volg nog leidrade op in 'n poging om die verdagtes op te spoor," sê hy Die polisie het vroeër genoem dat die motief dalk bendeverwant is Die oorledene het na bewering die betrokke oggend sy kinders by die skool afgelaai, waarna hy deur onbekende mense aangeval is . Enigiemand met inligting oor die voorval kan die polisie se Stop Misdaad-nommer, 08600 10111, skakel.

Faithleadersandpolicejoin forcesagainstcrime

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The Goodwood Spiritual Crime Prevention Forum successfully hosted the Tygerberg Sub-District Spiritual Crime Prevention Meeting at Every Nation Church on Thursday The gathering brought together members of the police, church leaders, community stakeholders, and spiritual crime prevention representatives – all standing united in prayer and action for safer neighbourhoods Reverend Jerry Louw from the spiritual crime prevention unit described the

police officers

“Whilst the image of the police is often damaged, it was good to see that there are still good police officers, committed to service, but also depending on God The libraries, as I explained yesterday, provide safe spaces for children, with programmes, storytelling and other activities to keep them safe and off the streets ”

opportunity for the Goodwood Spiritual Crime Prevention Forum to demonstrate the work they have been doing over the year and the harmonious relationship with Goodwood police Col Roux was in attendance to confirm this harmony,"says Reverend Jerry Nico Louw Various activities have been announced at the meeting by various Police Stations e g Brackenfell, Bellville South, Durbanville, Mfuleni, Kraaifontein, Kuilsriver, Kleinvlei, Parow The next meeting will take place in Kleinvlei

Tourism Month launched

To kick off Tourism Month this year, James Vos, Mayco member for economic growth, visited the Tygerberg Nature Reserve, one of Cape Town’s most spectacular vantage points

The reserve is also home to some of the last remnants of critically endangered Swartland Shale Renosterveld, making it a treasure for both visitors and residents, he says “I chose Tygerberg for a very special personal reason – it is right in my own backyard in the northern suburbs where I live By starting here, my message to Capetonians is simple, explore your own backyard Discover what is close to you, support the local businesses and homegrown enterprises in your community, and experience the gems that are often right around the corner,” says Vos

He says the month is not just about celebrating the city’s beauty, but also about building on the progress and charting a way forward He will soon be publishing Cape Town’s new draft Tourism Development Framework - a bold and practical programme to turbocharge our visitor economy, Vos says This framework, he explains, is the result of extensive research and consultation and will serve as our roadmap to grow both visitor volumes and value

“This Tourism Month, I will visit a range of exciting and affordable attractions across the metro, including free and affordable activities listed on Cape Town’s website (www CapeTown Travel), to show that you do not need to break the bank to enjoy our city,” Vos says

SearidgeParkPrimary getskitchenmakeover

Searidge Park Primary in Mitchells Plain has received

a bright R753 000 new kitchen makeover and a new dining area with capacity for children, thanks to GrandWest

The no-fees school is situated in the heart of Tafelsig, a community that faces extreme poverty and poor socio-economic conditions

Now the school’s kitchen boasts gleaming stainless-steel countertops, a double sink, and food storage shelving, while a small hot water urn makes cooking and cleaning up easier

A much-needed coat of paint and splash tiles have brightened the room, while a roller shutter door will secure the space when it is not being used

A new 60m² prefab dining unit constructed on a steel frame was installed, with electrical connections, tables, and 60 freestanding stools

The upgrade included cutlery, crockery, and kitchen utensils such as pots, sealable containers, chopping boards, measuring scales, and a commercial can opener

The dining unit was brightened with a mural and images in

R753000

snapper frames

The staff room was also refreshed with a lick of paint

MEALSPROVIDED

GrandWest General Manager Mervyn Naidoo said, “Searidge Park Primary School is served by the National School Nutrition

Programme, which currently feeds more than 300 learners at the school each day

“With that many meals to make and serve, we felt it was important to provide a professional space within to prepare meals and the infrastructure for children to comfortably eat their meals in ” In 2023, GrandWest provided support for the school’s computer lab

The computer lab is also used to uplift and assist the community with free classes to empower them in basic computer skills

TourismMonthlaunched

To kick off Tourism Month this year, James Vos, Mayco member for economic growth, visited the Tygerberg Nature Reserve, one of Cape Town’s most spectacular vantage points

The reserve is also home to some of the last remnants of critically endangered Swartland Shale Renosterveld, making it a treasure for both visitors and residents, he says

“I chose Tygerberg for a very special personal reason – it is right in my own backyard in the northern suburbs where I live By starting here, my message to Capetonians is simple, explore your

own backyard Discover what is close to you, support the local businesses and homegrown enterprises in your community, and experience the gems that are often right around the corner,” says Vos

He says the month is not just about celebrating the city’s beauty, but also about building on the progress and charting a way forward He will soon be publishing Cape Town’s new draft Tourism Development Framework - a bold and practical programme to turbocharge our visitor economy, Vos says This framework, he explains, is the result of extensive research and

consultation and will serve as our roadmap to grow both visitor volumes and value

“This Tourism Month, I will visit a range of exciting and affordable attractions across the metro, including free and affordable activities listed on Cape Town’s website (www CapeTown Travel), to show that you do not need to break the bank to enjoy our city,” Vos says

Get a view of Cape Town and Table Mountain from one of the iconic landmarks frames at Tygerberg Nature Reserve James Vos,Mayco member for economic growth,launched Tourism Month on Monday 1 September

TekkieChallenge‘ngrootsukses

Die jaarlikse Tekkie Challenge het Saterdag in pragtige lenteweer in Kuilsrivier plaasgevind

’n Rekordgetal van sowat 3 000 deelnemers het die 5 km-pretloop, die 10 km "Battle of the Sexes" of die 16 kmuitdaging vir langasems aangedurf

Ds André van Wyk, besturende direkteur van die Jan Krielinstituut, sê die Tekkie Challenge het vanjaar beslis uit sy ou nate gebars met sowat 1 000 deelnemers meer as verlede jaar

"Die ondersteuning vanuit Kuilsrivier, Jan Krielskool se familie en vriende, die groter hardloopgemeenskap, sakeondernemings wat hul werknemers in groot maat ingeskryf het en natuurlik

Food Lover’s Market as hoofborg, is regtig

’n Rekordgetal deelnemers het die 5 km-pretloop, die 10 km “Battle of the Sexes” of die 16 km-uitdaging vir langasems aangedurf

’n riem onder die hart Hiervoor is ons nederig dankbaar " Van Wyk sê die byeenkoms se inkomste is geoormerk vir sport en sportontwikkeling by die Jan Krielskool, wat meestal duur, spesialistoerusting vir gestremdes insluit

Carina Roux het foto's geneem . Besoek www tygerburger co.za vir meer foto's.

THINKING OUT LOUD Health is wealth

I was fine one day The next, I was struggling to breathe, fighting for every inhalation and placed on oxygen in the ICU

Two weeks ago, I experienced what I now call a life quake If you've never heard the term, it's a powerful disruption that shakes your life, shifts your direction, and demands transformation It doesn't arrive politely, and it rarely feels convenient, but it comes with purpose Your life is calling for change

For me, that quake lasted seven days

In those ICU hours, time slowed Even a glimpse of an airplane outside my hospital window, its roar and motion from the seventh floor, gave me hope That small sight became a beacon, I waited for it, letting it remind me that I would get out In that space, I wasn't just Namhla Monakali I was "a slip-and-fall risk", a clinical classification meant to protect fragile patients At first, the label felt cold and impersonal, but it forced me to confront my vulnerability and reflect on how easily life can shift Every breath felt monumental Every heartbeat reminded me how fragile life truly is It forced me to face how I had been living, long hours at work, skipped meals, skipped workouts, stress carried like a badge of honour, rest ignored I had been

LIFEQUAKESAREPAINFUL,BUT THEYARECLARIFYING.THEY STRIPAWAYDISTRACTIONS, FORCINGUSTOCONFRONT WHATWE’VEIGNORED.

investing in everything but my most precious asset, my health That's when it hit me, health is wealth

No promotion, no car, no social accolade can replace the value of being alive and well Health is the foundation of everything else Yet, we often wait for a crisis to force us to notice I don't want to wait anymore

Since that life quake, I've committed to caring for myself differently, physically, mentally, and emotionally I've learned to listen to my body, to prioritise well-being and to make conscious choices each day that protect and nurture my health

Last week was Kidney Awareness Week, and I couldn't help but think of Asanda Hlamandana, a young skilled, passionate and dedicated teacher with a Master's degree (yes, she would want me to mention that she has Masters), whose passion for teaching has always inspired her learners I've watched her create an inclusive learner-focused learning environment, celebrate their journeys, and helping them reach not only their academic goals

Life quakes are painful, but they are clarifying They strip away distractions, forcing us to confront what we've ignored They challenge us to grow, to change, and to emerge stronger My ICU stay was not just a brush with mortality, it was a chance to redefine priorities, appreciate the little things, and embrace life fully Health is freedom For me? It's freedom to breathe without struggle, to move without pain, to pursue dreams, to nurture relationships, and to experience joy So, take this as my reminder to you, and to myself, cherish your health Protect it Honour it Don't wait for a life quake to shake you awake Make time for rest Eat mindfully Move your body

If you're in the middle of a life quake, whether through illness, loss, transition, relocation, grief, new opportunities, or the unpredictable road of entrepreneurship, I see you I pray you move through the shock and embrace the beauty trying to break through I hope, and I live, to reap the rewards of allowing growth to visit, shake me, and usher me into one of the most beautiful seasons of my life -NAMHLA MONAKALI

Kommentaar // Comments

Turns out the grass is not greener in Oakdale

My wife and I recently moved from Parow to Oakdale in Bellville Our primary motivation was the safety, security and relative tranquility in the area

Imagine our shock when we discovered that prostitutes are plying their trade in broad daylight literally next to our complex on the corner of Sydney and Kingsmead Streets

Needless to say, we were shocked to the core! We felt horribly betrayed since nobody ever alerted us to this scourge

Recycling efforts under threat

The waste diversion initiative by the Cape Peninsula University of Technology ( CPUT goes green , TygerBurger 27 August) is indeed a noble environmental sustainable project If only Grant Twigg Mayco member for urban waste management, quietly rightly praised the zero-waste project Yet, the question remains: is it going to remain sustainable?

Take for instance the projects promoted by the City over the years! When wheelie bins were introduced, residents received pamphlets as to what could, or could not, be dumped in them It even provided special bins in certain areas for recyclable materials

There was a time when recycling was the in-thing when many businesses venues allowed drop-off points for certain items - including fluorescent tubes, batteries, etc

No longer! And in the interim, as society finds the pleasures of life more attractive, we now even dump highly toxic items of all sorts in the convenient wheelie bin Even asbestos

Which may only be dumped at a site at Bellville South It is so much more convenient to just dump (all

This, despite the fact that two primary schools surround us and small innocent children are exposed to this dehumanising practice I understand that numerous complaints were already lodged with the relevant authorities but to no avail Police simply drive past the prostitutes as if its the right thing to do When confronted, they just return without a care the next day All this happen in broad daylight as if they know

sorts of items/cuttings) in the cover of darkness at some convenient spot No wonder the City has waste trucks on the roads seven days a week!

While the drom-krappers are the curse of numerous residents it is unbelievable the number of sugar/maize bags they fill on many days of recyclable items For which they are paid by recycling depots Yes some litter the pavements and streets, but there is a way the culprits can be stopped Without force

Which brings me to the outcry from residents surrounding the Goodwood dump site Over a decade ago, the City eventually found a suitable site amidst much fanfare; until after further investigation, it was rejected due to water level issues

As usual, the issue was swept under the foundations of City's sacred headquarters! I mean, the wagon moves on

The very same scenario applies to what gets dumped into waste water outlets in numerous buildings Or down manholes Or anywhere else! Oh well, ratepayers can pay JBeelders,VASCO PRAGTIGEGESIGVANDIELENTE: Lenteblommetjies

Potholes becoming craters

There is a significant increase in potholes in the Goodwood area Many potholes are resembling craters, that will do damage to vehicles, and will evidently cause incidents

The quick "fixing" with gravel is definitely not suitable, as can be observed The question is, when will the road surfaces be a top priority? TessaLuck,GOODWOOD

they have protection! From early morning to late at night we are forced to watch this spectacle This cannot be correct and tolerated Something must be done and fast

We regret everyday the decision to move into this neighbourhood We feel trapped and terribly betrayed! How can this be allowed in this day and age?

I would like to appeal to the authorities to intervene with urgency We do not deserve this Frustrated Citizen, BELLVILLE

Los probleem op

Ek is dankbaar om die onlangse briewe te sien wat die situasie in Oakdale uitlig Soos baie inwoners, sake-eienaars, skole en kerke, is ek diep bekommerd oor wat in ons gemeenskap gebeur; dit is werklik skokkend

My vraag is: is daar enigiemand met die nodige gesag of kundigheid wat ons kan help om hierdie kwessie op 'n betekenisvolle langtermynmanier op te los?

Op die oomblik is ons enigste uitweg om voorvalle aan te meld soos dit plaasvind Hoewel dit 'n tydelike oplossing mag bied - byvoorbeeld, wetstoepassers verskyn, en die sigbare probleem soos prostitusie verdwyn - is dit slegs 'n kortstondige oplossing Die oomblik dat die wetstoepassers vertrek, keer die situasie terug na presies waar dit was Wat is die langtermynplan? Watter regte het besorgde burgers van Oakdale? Moet ons aanhou om dieselfde probleme dag ná dag aan te meld, net om te sien dat dit môre weer opduik?

Sekerlik is diegene in gesagsposisies bewus van wat gebeur Ons sien dit in die koerante; ons hoor dit op gemeenskapsvergaderings Tog word geen permanente oplossing geïmplementeer nie Boston slaag daarin om sy gemeenskapstandaarde te behou Waarom is Oakdale dan nie in staat om dieselfde te doen nie? Waarom het Oakdale die middelpunt geword vir prostitusie en die verwante kwessies wat daarop volg?

Dit is tyd om verby korttermyn-oplossings te beweeg en die wortel van hierdie probleem vir eens en vir altyd aan te pak Sandra,E-POS

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