TygerBurger Goodwood E-Edition 15 Oktober 2025

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oodwood residents say they have had enough of the endless burst pipes, leaking infrastructure, and poor reinstatement work across the area

Over the past month alone, residents estimate that nearly 30 burst pipes have been reported with some streets affected two to three times in a single month

Many say the repairs are often temporary and poorly done, leaving trenches filled with loose soil that remain open for months or even years

“It feels like the City has forgotten about Goodwood,” says resident Deon Smit

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“Some of us are just gatvol It’s not only the burst pipes we also have to deal with potholes and damaged roads These days you have to plan your route to avoid certain streets and protect your car from damage It’s time the City starts working for the entire community, not just certain areas ”

“Forthelastfiveweeks,we’vehad lowwaterpressure...”

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Another resident, Sean Carolissen, adds that the issue is more than just inconvenience it’s affecting daily life

“I want to bring to your attention that Johannesburg isn’t the only city struggling with water supply,” he says “For the last five weeks, we’ve had low water pressure during the day and no water at night I’ve had to buy jugs of water just to get by, even though service costs from the City have gone up We’ve logged daily calls, but nothing has changed ”

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The City of Cape Town has acknowledged the ongoing water supply challenges affecting parts of Goodwood and neighbouring suburbs

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joint anti-gang strategy developed in the Western Cape will be rolled out nationally, acting minister of police, Firoz Cachalia announced to the National Council of Provinces last week

The strategy builds on meetings Cachalia held last month and a memorandum of understanding between police, provincial government, and City of Cape Town signed in August last year, though Cachalia said "the potential of that agreement has not yet been fulfilled"

Cachalia described gang violence as "a crisis scaring our communities that demands collective action across all levels of government"

He revealed alarming statistics from his week-long engagement in Cape Town communities last month, where he met with residents in Khayelitsha, Mitchell's Plain, and Langa

"Just from April to September this year, the police recorded 490 gang-related murders Almost 120 young people under 18 were shot," Cachalia told parliament, adding that at least five killed were under 14 Since August, murders have increased by 18% compared with the same period last year "Over 70% of gang murders occur in just 13 policing precincts, including Mitchell's Plain, Bishop Lavis, Kraaifontein, Manenberg and Elsies River, contributing to around 25% of all Western Cape murders

"This violence stops mothers from allowing children to play outside, forces businesses to close early, and prevents consistent school attendance," Cachalia said

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Following his Western Cape engagements, Cachalia worked with Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi to convene a crucial 23 September meeting with the National Prosecuting Authority, asset forfeiture unit, special investigation unit, and police leadership

The plan was approved on 1 October, with Cachalia stressing: "This plan is not just a plan on paper Funds to implement this plan have been made available "

As an immediate outcome, Cachalia announced the establishment of an additional police station in Mfuleni, experiencing "extraordinarily high levels" of violence

Deputy National Commissioner Lt Gen Tebello Mosikili said that the plan was

“Acrisisscaringourcommunities thatdemandscollectiveaction acrossalllevelsofgovernment. - Firoz Cachalia

"not just a strategy, but an enhanced strategy" and was developed after extensive civil society engagement

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The strategy concentrates on 26 priority police stations in Cape Town metropole, plus five additional stations, totaling 31 operational areas

Operations include "Operation Lockdown", in its third phase, and Operation Shanela, rolled out nationwide in 2023 Mosikili presented statistics demonstrating the strategy's impact from April 1 to September 30 During that period 936 people were arrested provincewide for gang-related activities Almost half of the arrests, 445, came specifically from the 26 priority stations

Likewise, with the attempted murder arrests in Western Cape (927), nearly a third were from priority stations (300) Almost half of the illegal guns confiscated province-wide (1 162) were from priority stations (551) and among the rounds of ammunition seized in the province (12 000) more than half were from priority areas (7 000)

She listed the intervention's conviction successes saying that of 152 total convictions were recorded by NPA and police, 93 were for serious violent crimes including murder and attempted murder and of those 20 received life sentences for sentences for murder and multiple other sentences ranging from 20 to 30 years for murder

The strategy employs partnerships with state security agencies, the Asset Forfeiture Unit, Central Electronic Registry of Arrests, and border management authorities

Building on the August 2020 cooperation agreement, a technical committee with nine work streams oversees joint operations with the metro police, provincial traffic authorities, and community policing forums

On Thursday 9 October, Cachalia presented the strategy to community stakeholders in an online meeting Lentegeur Community Police Forum chair attended and thanked the minister for delivering on his promise of returning with a plan

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Goodwood came alive with pride and excitement as local rugby legend Eben Etzebeth returned to his childhood roots for the official launch of his new autobiography, Unlocked, at N1 City Mall

According to Lisa van Heerden, marketing manager at N1 City Mall, the idea for the collaboration was sparked when Jonathan Ball Publishers, the publishers of Unlocked, approached the mall’s team to host the event

“This venue held deep sentimental value for Eben having grown up in Goodwood N1 City Mall was part of

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attended The energy was incredible

Eben made sure not a single fan was turned away He personally signed every copy, took selfies, and greeted supporters with the same warmth and humility he’s known for,” says van Heerden

For N1 City Mall and the Goodwood community, the event meant far more than a celebrity appearance

“Hosting Eben’s book launch was an incredible honour for N1 City Mall It was more than just a celebrity appearance it was a homecoming The overwhelming

are confirmed, the mall continues to celebrate in grand style

“We are currently celebrating our 35th birthday in true N1 City style including a major car giveaway and our Birthday Bash happening on Tuesday 30 October We invite the community to join in the fun and festivities!” she says Beyond major events, N1 City Mall remains dedicated to fostering strong local connections “Community comes first it’s at the heart of who we are N1 City Mall continues to support and host initiatives that uplift and unite the community, from food and clothing donation drives to providing a platform for local organisations to connect with

Nominasies vir sakeman en sakevrou gesoek

Die Durbanville-sakekamer wag op nominasies vir sy Sakeman van die Jaar en Sakevrou van die Jaar

Die sluitingsdatum vir nominasies is verleng tot Woensdag 22 Oktober Enigeen kan iemand nomineer, ongeag of die persoon 'n lid van die sakekamer is of nie

Die wenners sal by die jaareindgeselligheid van die sakekamer op Woendag 5 November bekendgemaak word . Kry nominasievorms by info@ durbanvillesakekamer.co.za of kontak Rochélle by 078 645 3408

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AGrandWest donation of nearly R1,6 million has transformed consumer studies classrooms at two Cape Town schools.

For two Cape Town schools, the heart of their school is truly back in their kitchens, thanks to a donation of just under R1,6 million from GrandWest to upgrade their consumer studies classrooms

Focus College in Wynberg serves Grade 8 to 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds who need alternative school placement

The school was still using the original consumer studies practical room, dating back to 2012, with its outdated stoves and fridges In addition to a general upgrade and modern catering equipment, one of the most important elements of the R780

R1,6M BOOST BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO SCHOOL KITCHENS

000 refurbishment was upgrading the electrical system

Now, learners can focus on learning the art of cooking without worrying about electrical disasters

GrandWest invested over R724 000 at Forest Heights High School to provide a desperately needed fresh, clean, and safe space for learners taking consumer studies

Forest Heights High School serves 1 299 learners from Eerste River, Mfuleni, and Khayelitsha, but limited funding poses challenges

Although Forest Heights is a fee-paying school, unemployment is high, and most families live off social grants Parents are unable to pay their children’s school fees, which impacts financial liquidity for resources

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Over the years, the classroom has seen heavy use, and unfortunately, time has taken a toll on the equipment and infrastructure

The stoves, which have been in use for many years, reached the end of their lifespan

The heat, steam, and constant usage also had a significant impact on the

countertops and overall condition of the room As a result, the room no longer provided a safe and functional space for learning

Consumer studies were part of the curriculum when the school first opened in 1993

The number of learners taking classes has increased, and with the growing

popularity of food as a career, it has become a subject that students now want to take

Mervyn Naidoo, General Manager of GrandWest, said: “Food has become an exciting career choice Many youngsters now want to learn about food to follow in the footsteps of chefs who have become household names ”

Goodwood residents call for urgent road repairs

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Goodwood residents are growing increasingly frustrated with the deteriorating state of their roads, citing not only burst water pipes but also an increasing number of potholes and damaged road surfaces as daily challenges

Resident Deon Smit says the situation has become so bad that motorists are now forced to plan their routes carefully to avoid damage to their vehicles

“It’s not only the burst pipes we also have to deal with potholes and damaged roads

“These days you have to plan your route to avoid certain streets and protect your car from damage

“It’s time the City starts working for the entire community, not just certain areas,” says Smit

In response, Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayco member for urban mobility, says the City is aware of the concerns and

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“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused to residents,” says Xanthea Limberg, the City’s acting Mayco member for water and sanitation “We understand the frustration of living with inconsistent water pressure, and our technical teams are working continuously to stabilise the network ” Limberg explains that Goodwood forms part of the City’s Water Demand Management Strategy, which aims to reduce losses, optimise system pressure, and ensure sustainable water use

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“From September, the area began experiencing a renewed increase in bursts and fluctuating pressure levels,” Limberg says “This was traced to performance issues at the Frans Conradie pressure-reducing valve (PRV), which plays a crucial role in regulating pressure and preventing further damage to the network ”

According to the City, senior officials from its technical operations team are currently attending to the PRV to stabilise operations and restore consistent supply Maintenance work is ongoing this week

is currently conducting assessments to prioritise repairs

“The City is finalising assessments of the residential roads in Goodwood in order to put work packages together, prior to rolling out our industrial and commercial reseal programme, where heavier treatments are required,” he explains While larger-scale resurfacing projects are being planned, Quintas says the City’s maintenance teams are addressing issues on a case-by-case basis as they are reported

“In the interim, our depots are doing their best to keep roads safe for road users and are attending to these on a case-bycase basis once they are logged on the system ”

. Residents are urged to report potholes and other road defects via the City’s Call Centre at 0860 103 089, the City App, or by logging a service request online at www.capetown.gov. za/servicerequests. Alternatively, residents can email transport.info@capetown.gov za

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Goodwood is also benefiting from major upgrades through the City’s Pipe Replacement Programme Over the past three years, more than R8 million has been spent on renewing water infrastructure in Tygerdal and surrounding areas, with a further R6,7 million project planned for early 2026 to replace over 2 km of water mains along Watsonia, Acacia, Frangipani, Jasmyn, and Mimosa Streets

The City has also committed to addressing the backlog in road and pavement reinstatements after repair work A dedicated reinstatement project currently lists more than 80 affected sites across Goodwood, Townsend Estate, and Vasco

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Limberg says a public information session is planned for late October or early November, where residents will receive updates on investigations, network performance, and future upgrades

“We thank residents for their continued patience and understanding as we work to fully normalise supply and strengthen the long-term reliability of the Goodwood water network,” she says

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The red carpet was rolled out at the Artscape Theatre on Tuesday 7 October, as the provincial department of cultural affairs and sport honoured the province's top talent in arts, culture and heritage.

Under the theme "Journey from Darkness into Light: Thrive", the evening was a celebration of creativity and contribution, recognising artists, linguists, librarians, and heritage custodians for their lasting impact across the Western Cape (WC). Winners were crowned across a range of categories, including Excellence in Performing Arts Award, a project that promotes South African Sign Language or the marginalised indigenous languages of the Western Cape, The Best Friends of the Public Library and Ministerial Commendations.

AWARDS

Renowned musician Loukmaan Adams was one of the recipients of a Ministerial Commendation, while Dr Isaac Balie was one among those who received a Ministerial Legacy award for his lifelong contribution in his field.

Thandi Swartbooi, founder of the all-female

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ensemble Women Unite, was also recognised for her pioneering work in preserving indigenous dance and music, and empowering communities through the arts.

Jabaar Mohamed, provincial director of DeafSA Western Cape, won the Project that Promotes South African Sign Language or the Marginalised Indigenous Languages of the Western Cape category for his TV show called Accessibility with Jabaar Speaking to People's Post, Mohamed said the award is more than just a "trophy".

"It's a recognition of years of advocacy, passion, and belief in my media platform Accessibility with Jabaar TV talk show on Cape Town TV It represents the roots of inclusivity for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Disability communities because that's where true community begins."

Mohamed said it's a powerful reminder that accessibility matters, and that voices expressed through South African Sign Language (SASL) are

"finally being seen and valued".

"I dedicate this award to everyone who continues

to break barriers and create equal opportunities for all. I'm especially proud that this recognition comes from the Western Cape, my home, all the way from Elsies River."

He said this fuels him to do more

"Being deaf is not an obstacle It's part of who I am and what drives me to do more This award doesn't mean I'm done; it's just the beginning. There's still so much I'm planning."

The Best Friends of the Public Library award went to the Friends of the Central Library Mike Klink, chair of the Friends of Central Library, said: "It takes a lot of work to build relationships in the library ecosystem.

This win is not just about my leadership but about my team and everyone contributing. We encourage people to come to the Central Library to see what the friends of the library are doing."

Ricardo Mackenzie, provincial minister of cultural affairs and sport, said art is the mirror and heartbeat of society "It captures our shared struggles and triumphs, reminding us that creativity is both our refuge and renewal. The theme speaks to the spirit of our province, a spirit that refuses to be defeated by hardship and instead transforms it into hope beauty, and understanding.”

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. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat runs at Theatre on the Bay now until 29 November Tickets from R275 at Webtickets

. Juan Boucher is op Vrydag 24 Oktober om 19:00 by Heroes Live op Diemersfontein-wynplaas buite Wellington. Deure maak 17:00 oop Kaartjies kos R350 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net

. Joshua na die Reën is op Woensdag 15 Oktober om 20:30 by Die Boer-teaterrestaurant Kaartjies kos R270 by www dieboer com of by 021 979 1911. . Roan Ash is op Woensdag 15 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell. Kaartjies kos R260 tot R300 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net

. Vusi Mahlasela -"The Voice" brings his powerful blend of music and activism to the University of Cape Town in a celebration of heritage and hope on Thursday 16 October at 19:00 Tickets at Webtickets . Joshua na die Reën is op Donderdag 16 Oktober om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell. Kaartjies kos R260 tot R300 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net

. Coppelia is at Artscape on Friday 17 October at 19:00 and Saturday 18 October at 14:00 and 19:00 Tickets cost R200 to R550 at Webtickets

. Centre Stage - Dancing into our future is at Artscape Opera House on Sunday 19 October at 19:00 A fundraising celebration of the Cape Town City Ballet’s 91 years of ballet, by dance training organisations. Tickets R180 to R300 at Webtickets

. Cape Town Opera presents David Kramer’s Orpheus McAdoo at Artscape from 21 October to 2 November Tickets from R200 to R550 at Webtickets

. Dancers Love Dogs is at Artscape Opera House on Wednesday 22 October at 19:30 Dancers will take part in this fundraising event along with performing dogs and Master of Ceremonies-Alan Committie Tickets cost R400 at Webtickets

. Die Fledermaus is presented by Opera UCT at The Baxter from Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 October Tickets from R100 to R500 at Webtickets

. Jonathan Butler “A life in song” is at Artscape on Friday 24 October at 19:30 Tickets at Webtickets

. Stellenbosch University Jazz Band plays at the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch on Saturday 25 October at 16:00 Tickets R30 to R120 at Webtickets

Kommentaar // Comments

VOTE CAPE TOWN TO THE TOP: The Mother City once again captured the spotlight with its nomination one of the world’s top destinations,this time at Travel + Leisure India & South Asia’s Best Awards 2025,where it is shortlisted in the International Destinations – Best City category.This year’s awards,themed“Art of Discovery”,celebrate places that inspire exploration and connection.Cape Town is in distinguished company,nominated alongside cities including Cairns (Queensland),Lisbon (Portugal),Perth (Western Australia),Riyadh (Saudi Arabia),San Francisco (USA),Tbilisi (Georgia),and Tokyo (Japan) The awards are entirely audience-led,with travellers voting for their favourite experiences over a two-month period Now it’s over to Capetonians: visit https://awards travelandleisureasia com/iba-2025/international-destinations/best-city to cast your vote

Jo Fourie groet TygerBurger met dankbare hart

1 April 2022 ek onthou die datum soos gister Dit was die dag toe ek by die TygerBurger ingestap het as die nuutste lid van die span My hande het gebewe van opgewondenheid

Om vir Media24 te werk was nog altyd my droom vandat ek ‘n pen kon vashou en my eerste storietjie op papier neergeskryf het

By die TygerBurger het ek soveel geleer oor mense, oor geduld, oor die krag van woorde en oor myself Ek het ongelooflike mense ontmoet, stories vertel wat my diep geraak het, en 'n wêreld van insig en wysheid betree wat geen handboek my kon leer nie

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Ek het pas klaar studeer en om sommer dadelik ‘n permanente pos by ‘n koerant te kry waarmee ek grootgeword het, was vir my ‘n seën sonder gelyke Dit was immers die koerant wat elke Woensdag in my ouerhuis afgelewer is; die koerant wat my liefde vir gemeenskapsnuus en menseverhale gevoed het Nou, meer as drie jaar later, is dit tyd om totsiens te sê En ek sê dit met ‘n hart vol dankbaarheid, herinneringe en groei Ek onthou my eerste storie soos gister Ek het daar gesit met my notaboek en my selfoon, nie seker waar om te begin of met wie om te praat nie Ek was die jong joernalis wat almal miskyk tot ek begin praat En dan, skielik, weerklink my stem oor myle heen

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ALMALMISKYK—TOT EKBEGINPRAAT.

ENDAN,SKIELIK, WEERKLINKMYSTEM OORMYLEHEEN.

My lewe het ook hier gegroei Ek het begin as ‘n ongetroude jong vrou met groot drome Intussen het ek verloof geraak, getrou, en nou verwag ons ons eerste baba ‘n nuwe hoofstuk vol belofte en liefde

My kollegas het saam met my die groot oomblikke beplan: van hoe my man my sou vra om te trou, tot die dag toe ons die eerste keer van die baba vertel het

En nou, soos elke storie, kom hierdie een tot ‘n mooi einde

Ek keer terug na my boeke om my doktorsgraad klaar te maak en uiteindelik ‘n dosent te word by die universiteit waar ek die eerste keer geïnspireer is om te doen wat ek doen

Dankie, TygerBurger, dat julle die begin van my storie was die plek waar die jong meisie met ‘n pen haar stem gevind het -JOFOURIE

The light that’s you

You don’t need crowns or silver rings, To prove the glow your soul can bring, For even quiet hearts can shine, And turn the dark to something divine You’ve carried pain, yet softly smiled, Held broken dreams but still stayed kind, The world may never truly see How rare your heart was meant to be In moments small, you change the air, A gentle word, a loving stare, You lift the lost, you calm the fear, You re warmth itself when hope feels near So never doubt the light you give, The love that teaches hearts to live For in this world of many hue, There’ll never be another you ShariqBasardien(16),EASTRIDGE

Urineer elders

Ek vind die gedrag van sommige van die taxi-bestuurders wat studente na hul kollege in Panorama vervoer totaal onaanvaarbaar Hulle gebruik die oop stuk grond tussen Plattekloofweg en die Plattekloof-winkelsentrum as toilet ten aanskoue van die mense - insluitende oorsese besoekers - wat die koffiewinkel by die sentrum besoek om 'n koppie koffie daar en die panoramiese uitsig oor die Kaapse Skiereiland te geniet Hierdie gedrag in 'n openbare ruimte behoort nie geduld te word nie en die Stad Kaapstad sal derhalwe dringend aan hierdie saak aandag moet gee My voorstel sal wees, indien daar geen ander alternatief is nie om draagbare toilette daar te laat oprig en hierdie mense te beboet indien hulle nie daarvan gebruik maak nie

GerritHorn,E-POS

Hou asseblief honde op leiband

Insake "Hou aggresiewe honde op leibande" - dankie vir jou skrywe in TygerBurger gedateer 8 Oktober Sandra Basson

Ek was ook in Boland Park die spesifieke dag toe jou hond aangeval is Die arme onskuldige Jack Russel het nie verdien om so wreed aangeval te word nie

Daar is menige honde liefhebbers wat nie die erns besef van watter ras gepas is by hul persoonlikheid en omstandighede nie Diesulkes dink ook hulle is hondekenners

Daar is n groot verskil tussen hondeliefhebbers en

hondekenners Die eienaar moet volle verantwoordelikheid aanvaar Die spesifieke eienaar moes wel bewus daarvan gewees het van sy hond se aggressie Waarom anders het hy sy ma gevra of sy dink hy kan die hond van sy leiband afhaal?

My pleidooi dus aan alle eienaars van honde wat nie sosiaal aangepas is nie om hulle op leiband te hou Hondeparke is vir nie-aggresiewe honde Versoek aan die staffie se eienaar: gaan stap asseblief met jou hond elders en hou hom op sy leiband MarijkeMarais,BRACKENFELL

Butler property tree felling sparks debate over City spending

On Thursday 9 October the chain saws fell silent on the Butler property on Bolandweg, leaving a scene of devastation reminiscent of the Deville Wood area during the Battle of the Somme in 1916 For me it reminds us of the 1918 poem from WW I: And Then the Guns Fell Silent “And then the guns fell silent, Smoke and death were in the air, The sounds of echoed silence ” For three weeks we have been listening to the chain saws cutting down majestic trees in our neighbourhood some 50- to 80-year-old giants, all in the name of development but we know it’s about an improvement of the City of Cape Town’s finances, the same City “that works for

you”

At the same time The Argus front page of Tuesday 6 October displays the details of the court application by CTCRA (City of Cape Town Collective Ratepayers Association) challenging the City's budget of 2025/26 Without going into detail about this court action it remains a travesty that rate payers, people who pay the City official’s wages and the political echelons salaries, must turn to the courts to force this cabal to listen to our concerns Reference the City’s defence of these various levies, to wit; water, electricity and now cleaning, I cannot find any evidence that there is a concerted effort from the City’s side to reduce their expenditure

From the Free Market Foundation (Cape Town’s budget: A departure from the rule of law | Free Market Foundation): By linking service fees to property values rather than actual usage, the City shifts from a cost-recovery model toward wealth redistribution

Somewhere is a research piece from 2015 about the City’s unsustainable wage bill warning about an unfolding disaster Now in 2025 this where we are with a City wage bill climbing at an unsustainable rate and I quote: "Staff-related costs continue to increase, now set for R20,758 billion Although salary increases are reflected as 5 1% 'cost to company', the actual increase is 7 5% The budget appears

to hide behind centrally negotiated SALGA salary increases " This from the Western Cape Property Development Forum’s letter dated 2 May 2025 addressed to the mayor and his team Did they listen? Not on your Nellie Currently the public sector wage bill stands at an eye-watering R750 billion on top of national debt costs of R1,1 billion per day As a concerned citizen I would have thought that our young vibrant mayor would take note of this financial cliff we are approaching But Sunday we will have our small Malawian gardener, who works two jobs to feed his family in Malawi, on duty here at our house Cleaning and planting new shoots to offset the carbon footprint lost

on the Butler property on top of cleaning the street Yes, cleaning the street, as do all the neighbours using garden services, which begs the question: Those of us, including the “gated developments”, that fund this function with after-tax money can we submit an invoice to the City for “services rendered”? Or can we apply to have these levies discounted on our municipal account? In the 30 plus years we have been living at this address the City has never had to clean our street, why are we now required to fund a mythical activity? Will we end up funding a mythical unicorn run by the City? Let’s unite and stop this FrancoisJMarais,DURBANVILLE

OldMWEBbuildingnowCity-owned

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JO SEKEPANE@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

The City of Cape Town confirmed that it has acquired the MWEB building at 100 Fairway Close in Goodwood, for use by the municipality

The property was purchased from Spear REIT Limited, following Competition Commission approval in October 2024

The sale was finalised in November last year

According to Spear, the transaction formed part of its capital recycling strategy, which involves disposing of

selected commercial office assets

The building, which previously housed Mweb’s head offices, is a modern, fully equipped facility featuring open-plan workspaces, CCTV, boardrooms, meeting areas, and a large canteen with a terrace It also includes ample parking and infrastructure

This purchase makes part of expanding the City s portfolio of municipal properties in the northern suburbs