TygerBurger | Goodwood | E-Edition | 5 November 2025

SA 4X4 & OUTDOOR SHOW REVS UP AT AIR FORCE BASE YSTERPLAAT

The SA 4x4 & Outdoor Show Western Cape roared back to life this past weekend at Air Force Base Ysterplaat,drawing hundreds of adventure seekers,families,and outdoor enthusiasts eager to kick off the summer season with thrilling 4x4 demonstrations,engaging family activities,and the serene pleasures of the 1659 Wine Garden.From the heartpounding challenges on rugged terrain to the laughter-filled children’s play zones,the event offered a perfect balance of excitement and relaxation for all ages

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JO FOURIE@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

The Cape Peninsula Informal Traders Forum (CPITF) has strongly condemned what it describes as a “cruel and unnecessary” raid by the City of Cape Town’s law enforcement on long-time Goodwood informal trader

- CPITF spokesperson

Ganeef Kamaar

Just before noon on Friday, officers reportedly surrounded Kamaar’s fresh-produce stall at

the Goodwood Mall precinct, confiscating his fruits and vegetables despite ongoing talks between the City’s Area Economic Development (AED) department and the forum Kamaar, who has traded at the same spot for four decades first alongside his late father was allegedly told he would

have to pay a fine of R5 000 to reclaim his goods According to the CPITF, Kamaar is a legally permitted trader and has operated at the site with municipal approval for years “This is a grave injustice,” said a spokesperson for the CPITF

TOPAGE4 “Thisisagraveinjustice.”

WHAT’S ON / WAT IS WAAR

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WEDNESDAY5NOVEMBER

. Kraaifontein Library is hosting World Kindness Day at 10:00 Their knitting group will be donating handmade items to Huis Magdalena and a representative from the organisation will join in on the day

. Die Vriende van Bracken nooi die gemeenskap uit na 'n volmaanstaptog in die Bracken-natuurreservaat Ontmoet by die reservaat se ingang om 19:00 en geniet die sonsondergang by die kanon om 19:15 voordat almal om 19:30 op 'n nagstaptog van 'n uur lank vertrek. Bring peuselhappies, 'n flitslig en geskikte stapskoene saam Hierdie geleentheid is 'n wonderlike kans om 'n rustige aand buite met familie en vriende te geniet en die naglewe van die reservaat te verken. Kontak André by 071 089 9503 vir meer inligting oor die reservaat

FRIDAY7NOVEMBER

. Edgemead Family Night Market takes place at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive 16:00 tp 21:00 Craft, Bric a Brac, food, live music and fun for the whole family

SATERDAG8NOVEMBER

. Die Wes-Kaapse tak van die Broodboomvereniging van Suid-Afrika (BVSA) hou sy jaarlikse ope dag en plantverkoping op van 09:00 tot 15:00 in Tara, Durbanville 'n Verskeidenheid broodbome is weer vanjaar beskikbaar, terwyl ander skaars en eksotiese plante ook te koop sal wees. Die ope dag en verkoping vind plaas by Krisantslot 1 in Tara. Toegang is gratis. Mense kan ook op die dag by die vereniging aansluit teen R260 per jaar om hul kennis van broodbome uit te brei.

. A book sale will be held at the market on at Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre from 09:00 to 14:00 The market is held every second Saturday of the month at the centre at 18 Hafele Street, Durbanville There will be R5 books for sale Contact Terence on (WhatsApp) 082 224 5454 or Allen on 078 393 5924 for more information.

. Coin enthusiasts are in for a treat as the Cape Town Coin Show returns to the Century City Convention Centre Running from 10:00 to 16:00 with free entry, the event will showcase accredited international and local coin dealers. A major highlight of the show will be the exclusive release of a limited-edition silver Kruger Rand featuring the iconic Cape Town skyline . Christ the Mediator Church in Portland, Mitchell's Plain, will host its annual bazaar at the church on 8 November at 08:00 The pageants include Mr Legs for men of all ages and Granny's Got Groove, for the sassiest, most stylish and funkiest grannies. The seven-a-side soccer tournament will be for girls and boys and will take place from 09:30 For more information, call the office at 021 3922 850 or send a WhatsApp message to 076 775 2013.

WEDNESDAY12NOVEMBER

. The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence will be hosting a Drug Testing Workshop This one-day workshop will run from 09:00 to 15:00 and carries 5.5 CPD points. The cost is R1 200 per person, and the venue will be confirmed closer to the time

THURSDAY20NOVEMBER

. Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre will host its annual golf day this year again at Durbanville Golf Club The 4BBB Stableford will start at 11:00 The entry fee is R2 800 per four-ball or R700 per golfer Sponsorships are R700 per wet hole (snacks and drinks are welcome). All fees should be paid by Thursday 28 October to secure your booking Contact Rosabelle Riese on 081 497 4044 or 072 521 1160 (WhatsApp only) or by email to riese2608@gmail. com with enquiries.

SATERDAG22NOVEMBER

. ATKV-Crescendo bied 'n gratis liedjieskryf-werksessie saam met kunstenaars soos Deon Meiring van Glaskas, Olga Leonard en Jitsvinger by The Father's Heart in Milkwoodstraat in Greenville, Fisantekraal aan. Dit begin om 09:00 Registrasie begin reeds om 08:30 Besoek www crescendo co.za om vir dié gratis werksessie te bespreek.

SUNDAY30NOVEMBER

. Cape Town will once again light up the summer sky as thousands gather on the Grand Parade and along Adderley Street for the 56th edition of the Festive Lights Switch-On from 16:00

THURSDAY4DECEMBER

. Oom Piets Christmas Party is back. For the first time since covid, the Rotary Club of Durbanville is once again hosting the magical fantasy evening for families from Thursday 4 December to Saturday 13 December Bring your picnic basket and enjoy a fabulous joyous evening. All proceeds go to helping uplifting the community Bookings now open on Quicket For anymore information, call Carol on 083 261 9840

Airportexpansion getsgreenlight

Cape Winelands Airport has received environmental authorisation (EA) from the provincial department of environmental affairs and development planning (DEADP), marking a key step forward in the planned airport expansion.

The authorisation was officially issued last Monday 27 October despite fears of noise pollution, traffic congestion and others The planned expansion of Cape Winelands Airport is expected to be an investment of approximately R8 billion into the economy of the Western Cape, according to a media release by the airport One of the biggest infrastructure projects in the City of Cape Town, it is anticipated to open in 2028

MAJORMILESTONE

This approval marks a major milestone in the progression of the project and authorises the applicant, Capewinelands Aero, to proceed with a phased expansion across 883ha that will transform the existing facility into a major aviation hub complete with terminal buildings, general aviation facilities and extensive supporting infrastructure such as new sewage systems, electricity infrastructure, access roads, stormwater management structures and solar photovoltaic installations

The approval follows an extensive environmental assessment and consultation process undertaken in full compliance with the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)

The authorisation is the culmination of more than two years of dedicated environmental planning and public participation, including four rounds of public consultation, two open days, and over 40 specialist studies assessing environmental, social, and technical factors With this authorisation now in place, the environmental practitioners have 14 days to formally notify all registered interested and affected parties

“The granting of environmental authorisation is an important validation of the extensive work and consultation that has gone into ensuring this project meets the highest environmental and community standards,” says Deon Cloete, managing director of Cape Winelands Airport

NEXTPHASE

The next phase will focus on developing the detailed plans and implementation measures as stipulated by DEADP before any construction-related activities begin

The Cape Winelands Airport expansion project aims to establish a modern, multipurpose regional airport that enhances connectivity, supports economic growth and unlocks new opportunities for trade, tourism, and industry across the Western Cape, according to the media release

The proposed project entails the expansion of the existing Cape Winelands Airport in a phased development approach

This includes the realignment of the A

Newname,same24hourservice

After more than six decades of serving the northern suburbs community, the iconic M-KEM 24 Hour Pharmacy in Bellville is embarking on an exciting new chapter as UniCare 24/7 Trusted Health, while maintaining its commitment to providing uninterrupted health-care services to local families.

The transition, announced by founder Hylton Mallach, fondly known as Mr M, comes as part of M-KEM’s partnership with Clicks Holdings, established in 2023

For Bellville residents who have relied on the pharmacy’s roundthe-clock services for generations the change represents continuity rather than disruption

“When I first opened the doors of M-KEM in 1964 my dream was simple, to create a pharmacy that puts people first,” reflected Mallach, whose vision has served countless northern suburbs families through medical emergencies, late-night needs and everyday health-care requirements

He no longer serves as the owner of M-KEM as the Clicks Group has been the owner since 2023

The pharmacy made history in the Western Cape when it pioneered 24-hour pharmaceutical services “In 1999 M-KEM became one of the first pharmacies in South Africa to be open 24 hours a day, ensuring care was always available, day or night,” Mallach noted, a service that has

M-KEM IS NOW PART OF CLICKS HOLDINGS

become essential for Bellville and surrounding communities

COMMUNITYCORNERSTONE REMAINSUNCHANGED

For loyal customers concerned about changes to their trusted healthcare provider, Mallach offered reassurance: “What does this mean for me as a customer?

The answer is simple: everything you love about M-KEM stays exactly the same ”

The familiar faces behind the counter, the specialised clinics and the gold-standard service that has made M-KEM a community institution will continue unabated

The pharmacy’s location in Bellville remains the same as is the round-the-clock availability that has made it a lifeline for emergency medications and urgent healthcare needs continues without interruption

“Today I am honoured to share some exciting news about our future

“In 2023, M-KEM proudly became part of Clicks Holdings, and with this partnership comes the opportunity to take the very best of M-KEM and expand it further than ever before,”

Mallach explained

The rebranding to UniCare 24/7 Trusted Health represents more than just a name change; it signals the recognition of a

uniquely successful community pharmacy model that is now set to benefit other South African communities

The M-KEM approach, characterised by treating health care as personal rather than transactional, has proven so successful in Bellville that it will now serve as the template for a new network of communityfocused pharmacies nationwide

“This transition is not an ending,” Mallach emphasised, "but the continuation of a legacy, one that I am personally proud to endorse "

LOOKINGAHEADWHILE HONOURINGTHEPAST

As Bellville prepares to welcome the UniCare era the community can take pride in knowing its local pharmacy is the gold standard for community health care in South Africa

The model of care developed in the northern suburbs will now extend its reach to help other communities across the country

For Bellville residents the message is clear: while the name above the door may change the community-centred care that has defined M-KEM for 60 years continues stronger than ever under the UniCare banner

The pharmacy continues to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at its familiar Bellville location, ensuring the northern suburbs community never goes without essential health-care services

ZolanijoinsPorteronstage

Adding local sophistication to international class, celebrated South African singer, actress and storyteller Zolani Mahola has been announced as the Cape Town supporting act for Gregory Porter at GrandWest

The eight-time nominee and two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist is touring South Africa in November on a three-city concert tour

The Love is King SA 2025 Tour begins at the Grand Arena, GrandWest on Wednesday 12 November at 20:00 before heading to Durban and Johannesburg.

ZOLANI MAHOLA TO SHOWCASE NEW ALBUM WHILE SUPPORTING GREGORY PORTER AT GRANDWEST

Mahola previously supported Porter at Kirstenbosch in 2023, giving audiences a taste of what can be expected when two generational vocalists share their talents on the same stage She will be backed by The Feminine Force – Sky Dladla (percussion, indigenous instruments), Siyoli Waters (keyboards and vocals), Carla Williams (drums), Andiswa Ndwandwe (bass), Asiphe Ntyinkala and Aeryn (backing vocals). The band has been set up to provide space for women to gather, sing and create positive change, part of Mahola’s advocacy for education, the environment and anti-gender-based violence (GBV) campaigns.

Over 17 years of singing for Freshlyground Mahola shared stages with icons such as Stevie Wonder, BB King, Shakira, Hugh Masekela and Johnny Clegg. She also performed, in October 2024, at Carnegie Hall in New York City as part of the 30-year celebration of South Africa’s democracy As an ambassador for The Seachange Project (the team behind the Oscar-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher), Mahola is currently working on a film, exploring her bond with nature There is also an autobiographical film and a new album in the works.

“I’m so happy to be supporting Gregory Porter again in the Mother City of Cape Town," she said. "It will be wonderful to welcome him ‘home’ and share uplifting music from my upcoming sophomore solo album as well." “If there was ever a voice that represents South Africa Zolani is it ” Greg Maloka of co-promoter GRIZA Enterprises declared. "Her cutacross appeal makes her a unique artist with a bold story to tell."

Gregory Porter, a New Yorker, is easily recognised by his signature cap and “deep booming baritone” voice He is often likened to legends such as Nat King Cole, Donny Hathaway and Bill Withers for his smooth, soulful sound, blending jazz, gospel, soul and blues. He enjoys acclaim across the world, achieving critical and commercial success everywhere from his native US to Europe, the UK and Africa. After performing at the Joy of Jazz Festival in 2014 and 2015, Porter returned to South Africa in 2023 for six sold-out solo concerts.

He calls his Love is King SA 2025 Tour “a continued celebration of the incredible people of this nation,” also recently posting on his social media: “South Africa, I'm so excited to be returning to your beautiful country this November!”

. Ticket prices start at R800 Doors open at 19:00 Book at www.showtime co.za and www ticketmaster.co.za

Die jaar word met 'n reeks Kerskonserte afgesluit in die Endlersaal van die Universiteit Stellenbosch Konservatorium.

Gehore kan uitsien na musiek wat vrede, gemeenskap en hoop vier

Op Saterdag 8 November om 19:00 sal die Stellenbosse Stadsorkes, onder leiding van Paul van Zuilenburg, hul eerste Christmas Festival na die Endlersaal bring. Die program sluit John Rutter se "The Lord Bless You and Keep You", Karl Jenkins se "Benedictus", Hans Zimmer se "Silent Night" en Alan Silvestri se "Spirit of the Season" in. Bekende Kersliedere soos "O Come All Ye Faithful", "Silent Night" en "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" sal gehore uitnooi om saam te sing. Hoogtepunte soos "Nella Fantasia", "Vivo per lei" en Michael W Smith se "Freeze the Frame" sal die aand verder verryk.

Die soliste Vasti Zeeman-Knoesen, Janelle Speelman, André Terblanché en Corneil Muller tree saam met die orkes op

KORE

Op Saterdag 15 en Sondag 16 November om 15:00 bring Johan de Villiers sy koorproduksie From Karl Jenkins to Christmas Joy met meer as 100 oudlede van die Libertaskoor en ander sangstemme

Die konsert open met Jenkins se "Stabat Mater" wat antieke Latynse tekste met geskrifte uit die Gilgamesh-epos en Rumi se poësie kombineer Minette du Toit-Pearce, mezzosopraan, sal as solis saam met die orkes gelei deur Petri Salonen, optree Ná die pouse volg die première van Zorada Temmingh se "Christmas Joy" vir koor orrel en orkes

Tyd wag vir niemand

Dis weer daai tyd van die jaar wanneer almal hoop dat tyd 'n klein bietjie vinniger kan aanbeweeg

Dit was 'n lang jaar; mense is moeg en wil gaan rus

Kersfees is om die draai en die feestyd begin oor minder as 'n maand Die Kersfeesversierings is op en Michael Buble, Boney M en Mariah Carey se bekende Kersliedjies speel weer binnekort oral in elke winkelsentrum

Ek is bly dat die feestyd aangebreek het en sien baie uit daarna Maar om eerlik te wees, ek wens soms dat die tyd 'n bietjie stadiger kan stap

Ek het so baie dinge gehad wat ek graag vanjaar wou gedoen het, maar 2025 het gekom en gegaan Dalk aanstaande jaar?

Maar ek weet vir 'n feit 2026 gaan ook seker in 'n oogwink verbygaan En voor ons dit weet, is dit al weer tyd vir die Wêreldbeker-rugbytoernooi in 2027

Kommentaar // Comments

BULL FLUGTAG SOARS AGAIN: Fun,laughter and high-flying excitement filled the air

Waarom gaan die tyd so gou, wonder ek soms Ek is seker ek is nie al een wat dít wonder nie

Dit voel soos gister toe ons nog laas om die Kerstafel gesit het en crackers oopgeskiet het, geskenke oopgemaak het en as 'n familie saamgekuier het Dit voel soos gister toe ek my vrou en seuntjie 'n soentjie en drukkie gegee het en gesê het “Voorspoedige Nuwejaar” Ek kan dit nog so duidelik onthou

My seun se skooljaar in graad 2 vanjaar het ook gevlieg

Die arme klong het nog nie eens sy onderwyser gewoond geraak nie, en daar kry hy 'n nuwe een

My vrou het vanjaar studeer, en vandeesweek haar laaste eksamen afgelê Ek weet uit ervaring dat wanneer mens studeer, die tyd geneig is om nog vinniger aan te beweeg

Ek weet ek is nie al een wat 'n jaar begin met groot planne nie Ek weet baie mense stel doelwitte vir hulself aan die begin van die jaar sogenaamde Nuwejaarsvoornemens maar haal dit nie Dis doelwitte wat binne ons bereik is, maar die tyd laat ons dit net nie toe nie Dis nie omdat ons lui is nie, maar die realiteit is ons almal werk; kinders het skool, sport, huiswerk en dan is daar familie en vriende vir wie ons moet tyd maak Ons het side hustles, stokperdjies en behoort aan of een of ander buitemuurseof kerkklub wat ons tyd in beslag neem

My plan vanjaar was om by een van daai klubs aan te sluit, om verder te studeer, fiks te raak, iewers heen te reis met my gesin en eintlik net meer tyd met my vriende en familie te spandeer, veral met my seun

Ons samelewing is op 'n hasepad êrens of iewers heen, voel dit soms vir my Die hoogtepunt van baie mense se werksweek is die naweek wanneer ons vir twee dae kan afskakel, 'n vuurtjie kan aansteek, ‘n glas wyn kan drink en sport kan geniet Vir ander wat die jaar hard gewerk het en byna geen breek geneem het nie, is daai hoogtepunt die feestyd, maar selfs die feestyd vlieg in n oogwink verby Voor ons ons oë kan uitvee, is dit Junie 2026 en winter

Ek weet dat die horlosie nie aangepas kan word nie en dat dit nie kan stilstaan nie Tyd staan vir niemand stil nie

Ek wens net soms dat die tyd net klein bietjie stadiger kan beweeg Waarom? Behalwe vir dit wat ek reeds genoem het, is daar soveel dinge wat ek as ouer nog wil doen met my seun

In 'n dokumentêre program onlangs sê 'n avontuurlustige aan die aanbieder, "ons het net een lewe, en dis nog nie eers 100 jaar nie " -RICHARDROBERTS

Embrace analog to balance digital life

Regarding the letter published on 29 October, it appears that the world has moved from physical childhood slavery to mental childhood slavery Meditation tai chi hiking many sports and activities away from computers help solve this problem I am a software developer with 40 years experience I hike I meditate I do tai chi I wear a 40-year-old watch that doesn’t count steps or tell me things I really don’t need to know On my bike, I don t use a headset or bluetooth

I don’t play computer games There are loads of great board games and there is my favourite activity, being able to have an old fashioned discussion without resorting to Google to check things I asked an electrical engineer friend a question the other day He said have you asked Google? I then emailed my

question to an electrical engineering professor I know, who I studied with in 1982, and he referred me to an electronic engineer who can solve the problem

We need to have digital and analog worlds I still have an old motorcycle with an analog speedometer I dislike these new digital speedometers which my car has, and which give one zero “distance”, zero reference point I live in Milnerton If people can get groups of 10 or more people (scholars included) together, I am willing to run weekly meditation and tai chi classes

People can email me (david@mypowerstation biz) WhatsApp notifications are switched off on my phone as they distract me too much

My personal view is that these activities increase people s brain power and ability to do more and stay

Weekend events gridlock city

I think it s time to say to the City administration: Wat genoeg is, is genoeg!

There is hardly a weekend going by without some or other huge event Now we just had this "Classic Motor Race” on an extremely busy Kgosana Drive It’s been poorly planned and seriously inconvenienced probably 100 000 residents who use the affected routes to travel between work and home daily The City no doubt made millions, but won't compensate even one of the affected citizens who’s travelling time will have been longer, using more fuel or paying more for taxi fare

If it’s not a marathon, it’s a huge football game in the stadium when thousands come in their cars gridlocking the city centre for hours (Sunday 5 October) I don’t know what the authorities did during the Western Cape in 2010, I wasn’t here, but I read about parking facilities to the east of the city centre and shuttle buses If then, why not now ?

Film crews hanging around everywhere blocking some roads even during the week or there is a fun walk, or the Cape Town Carnival, or beach Pro Volleyball in Camps Bay, as if that suburb isn’t congested enough It’s become almost impossible for large

coaches to drive along Victoria road any time on any day

The cruise ship season is here again when up to a dozen coaches depart from the cruise terminal on the days a ship is docked Driving up and down Kloof Nek road is a nightmare for the drivers, while turning into it coming from the cable way station in Tafelberg road is a lesson in extreme patience

Not to forget about the CTICC, hosting thousands of conference participants regularly, causing traffic along the adjacent roads to creep along at best Cape Town’s traffic control is totally out of sync at any time in the week, the City administration is out of touch with reality and staging such huge events is pleasuring relatively few yet causing thousands of the rate paying citizens much disruption

The time is long overdue when the number of huge events must be kept to a minimum, such as the traditional ones, Tweede Nuwejaar, the Two Oceans and the Argus

Additional ones should be limited to a maximum of maybe one a month, not like now when we have almost one every weekend

PETERSMULIK,Rugby

ahead of automation which started in 1760 with the first industrial revolution Imagine being able to work with and absorb and do two to 40 times more than you do now Imagine the ability to instantly recall things you learned years or decades ago Imagine learning techniques that allow you to remember things you think you have forgotten All possible Our brains are individually more powerful than every computer on the planet But do we have the user manual to use them efficiently and effectively? Meditation tai chi and other activities help to develop our brains and help to develop our intuition Intuition is knowing things we were never taught I use my intuition to find possible answers which I always research and check

DAVIDLIPSCHITZ,Milnerton

‘Not a mistake’

Your article “Milnerton High parent pleads for mercy on family (TygerBurger 29 October) refers

Where was the “mercy” for the victim of your son’s bullying behaviour?

This is not some alleged activity It was captured on video for all to see!

And to dismiss deliberate behaviour as a “mistake” is ludicrous

A mistake is when you add 2 + 2 and get 5

This deliberate behaviour caused both physical and emotional harm the victim will live with for the rest of his life

While you are scared to leave your house, imagine the horror endured by the victim having to go to school every day and having to face your son's assault, physical or verbal

This is not about you

It’s about the victim, so deal with it like the victim had to deal with being beaten by a gang of cowards and thugs

What will they be getting up to once they leave school?

Jail time is the only appropriate punishment

'NOBULL',Milnerton

Four-leggedathletesshinebright

The Kennel Union of Southern Africa Classic Dog Sport Weekend took place from Friday 31 October to Sunday 2 November at the Theo Marais Sports Ground in Milnerton

DOGS AND HANDLERS SHOW OFF INCREDIBLE TALENT

The event brought together elite canine competitors and their handlers from across the country to compete in highenergy sports including flyball, agility, obedience, rally, carting, and dog jumping Carina Roux captured some of the action . Visit www tygerburger co.za for more info

Siia and her owner Annaret Meintjes from Goedemoed,Durbanville.

Siia is the reserve national champion in Dog Jumping: Intermediate (second place) and the champion in Agility: Intermediate

We wish to inform you that Road Construction activities are due to begin in Forest Drive, on Spine Road traffic circle going to Caltex traffic circle. The commence date is 15 November to 28 August 2026. Our working hours are as follows: Mondays to Fridays from 07h30 – 17h00 Saturdays 07h30 – 14h00 We wish to take this opportunity to apologise for any inconvenience caused by the construction. Please note that the Construction site is a restricted area and is out of bounds at all times. Please notify your children that this is a hazardous area. Thanking you for your assistance. Regards,

AMANDLA GCF

Site Manager: Asanda Ngxola 021 981 7070 Community Liasson Officer: Loyiso Martinus 068 484 4584

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RUGBY SEVENS THRILLER AT CITY PARK

Ayakha Mthuzula of Busy Bee Rugby Football Club (RFC) powers her way to the try line despite the unsuccessful attempt by Tatum Smith of Bellville RFC to stop her during the WP club rugby sevens tournament played at City Park on Saturday 1 November.Busy Bees won the constest 15-5

BLIND CRICKET SA T20 TOURNEY A SUCCESS

Brightfuture forblindstars

AVRILFILLIES

The Blind Cricket South Africa T20 tournament held in Stellenbosch recently was a "resounding succes" and was "a national triumph"

A total of 10 provincial teams participated and the DP Lions were crowned champions after defeating North West Dragons in the final

A preliminary training squad was picked up and out of the identified players a team will be selected to represent South Africa in the T20 World Cup in 2027 in Lahore and Multan in Pakistan

A total of 11 matches were played at Maties Cricket Club in Stellenbosch and the grant from Cricket South Africa (CSA) was successfully deployed for essential services

"The partnership with CSA enabled us to livestream the games on a Youtube channel which greatly enhanced the tournament's visibility and accessibility

The grant by the Hollywood Foundation covered the costs of accommodation and professional livestreaming infrastructure Gift of the Givers in Athlone provided the lunch for the duration of the tournament," says Frankford Williams, president of Blind Cricket SA

To properly frame the players' achievements, the public needs to understand the modifications that make this fast-paced game possible

"The ball is a larger, hard plastic ball filled with metal ball bearings to allow players to track it audibly

“All deliveries by bowlers must be bowled underarm, and the bowler must loudly shout ‘Play’ upon release so the batsman can prepare Totally blind players (B1) can be caught out after the ball has bounced once, a key adaptation to

ALL DELIVERIES MUST BE BOWLED UNDERARM, AND THE BOWLER MUST LOUDLY SHOUT “PLAY”

compensate for their lack of sight ”

Teams are strictly balanced across three classes of vision impairment

"B1 (totally blind) is the most severe impairment and these batsmen are compensated with double runs for their scores B2 (partially blind) with significant visual restriction are players who often fill key all-rounder roles B3 (partially sighted) is the highest visual acuity allowed and these players face rules closest to sighted cricket and are the least compensated," says Williams

TALENTEXPOSED

The tournament exposed the exceptional talent of Lwande Bhidla (B3) from DP World Lions and Lesedi Lesufi (B2) of Titans

The achievements of these blind Protea players, whose club allegiances are confirmed, were the highlight of the tournament

Bhidla received the award as Player of the Tournament and Lesufi the award as Young Player of the Tournament

"Winning the overall top player award as a B3 player demonstrates world-class skill in the most competitive sight class He does not receive double runs, making his performance truly extraordinary Lesufi is a rising star and his success relies heavily on superior tracking and sharp reflexes, highlighting a dedication and focus that promises a bright future ”