TygerBurger | Kuilsrivier | E-Edition | 11 February 2026

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Teenpregnancies ontherise

City Health reported 1230 pregnant teenagers under 18 accessed antenatal care at City Health facilities last year, representing a1,2% increase fromthe previous year.

Atotal of 22 097 womensought basic antenatal services from City facilities last year.

The figures were released last week, observed as Pregnancy Awareness Week. City Healthemphasised that support and medical care remainsavailable to all pregnantwomen regardless of age.

“This increaseinteenage pregnancies forms part of atrend thathas been observed overthe past few years. These pregnancies can be at higher risk for medical complications andhave a significantsocioeconomic impact for both themothers andtheir families,” said Maycomemberfor community services and health, Francine Higham.

The City hasresponded by expanding adolescent and youth-friendly services at healthfacilities to encourage sexually active teenagers to access contraceptive services before unplanned pregnancies occur

“Thereare several contraceptive choices available at all clinics, andclients of all ages can askabout anddiscuss their optionswith ahealthcare professional,” Higham added.

EARLYCARESHOWINGIMPROVEMENT

Despite therise in teenage pregnancies, City Healthhas recordedpositive trends in otherareas of maternalcare.

Over the past threeyears, therehas been aslightreduction in pregnant women presenting for their first antenatal care visit after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Health officials describe this as an encouraging development, as early antenatal booking before the20-week mark significantly improvesthe chancesofasmooth pregnancy with successful outcomes.

During antenatalvisits, clinicians monitorcrucial health indicators including blood pressure, urine levels, maternal weight and uterine

measurements to detect potential complications early.

COMPREHENSIVECAREAPPROACH

City Health is promoting aholistic approach to pregnancy care that extends beyond medical check-ups. Expecting mothers are advised to maintain healthy eating habits and avoidharmful substances like tobacco and alcohol that can affect foetal development.

Mental health support has also been identified as apriority, with research indicating that poor mental health during pregnancy can have lasting impactson both mother and child. “Pregnant women should access support if needed, whether in theircommunities and own support networks or through professional care,” health officials recommend.

TheCityalso encourages discussion of HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis(PrEP) and postpartum contraceptive options during clinical visits, with healthcare professionals providing tailored advice based on individual circumstances. Partners of expecting women are also encouraged to attend antenatal visits wherepossible to provide additional support

ACCESSANDBOOKING

Residentscan register for basic antenatal care at theirnearest City Health facility as soon as pregnancy is confirmed. Online booking is available through the Healthcare Appointment System online. Expecting mothers can also contact their local facility directly for appointments and information.

City Health operates numerous clinics across the metro, providing free antenatal care as part of the publichealthcare system.

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In outbreak areas all animal movement is now prohibited.

Premier Alan Winde emphasised theeconomicstakes involved: "The Western Cape Government is taking the necessary action to slow the spread of FMDand vaccinateherds. Our focus is on protectingacritical multi-billion rand industry whichemploys 50 000 residents."

He stressed the provinceisacting swiftly to getahead of the outbreak and will set R100 million aside to procure enough vaccinedoses to protect livestock.

ACTIONPLAN

The province hasurgently implemented acomprehensive 21-point plan, including movement control with 24/7 border monitoring and permits; Enhanced surveillancethrough rapid veterinary response teams; Strictcommunication protocols and bylaw enforcement; and Recovery operations including cleaning and quarantinemonitoring.

implement aformal border permitsystem and procure vaccines.

Thecurrent alerts follow asuccessfully contained outbreak in Gouda in November 2025, where all infected animals were slaughtered at an approved abattoir and the farm underwent thorough cleaning and disinfection.

FMDisacontrolled disease, and any suspicion of the disease must be reported immediately to the nearest state veterinarian. Thedisease is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with infected animals as well as via vehicles, equipment, clothing and feed. Farmers are urged to purchase animals only from trusted sources, restrict access to theiranimals, and clean and disinfect any equipment, vehicles, footwear and clothing that may have had contact with other livestock.

Die Brackenfell-broers Bouwer and LaurentiusSchoonwinkel oorhandig‘n tjek vir sowatR60 000,wat hulle onlangsmet‘n staptog kuslangsindie Overbergingesamel het vir die OverbergHospiceinHermanus.Links vandie tweeling is Susanvan Sittert,enregsRalie Dicks

Theprovincial government is awaiting approval from national Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen to

. Alllivestock movementtoand within the WesternCapemustbereported usingthe online application at https://tinyurl.com/ AnimalMovementApptohelpveterinary services identify high-riskmovements. . Informationpacksfor animal owners and transportersare available at https://www elsenburg.com/western-cape/infopaks/

Keepinganeye ontheprizepays

BRENDENRUITER

BRENDEN.RUITER@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

“Knowledge shouldn’t be locked away. If we can teachpeople how to manage their money better, we change families, not just businesses.”

So says Lindsay Kearns (42) founder of Kearns &Associates Inc, abusinessadvisory company from Kuils River He and his company are looking to give back to the community he comes from by sharing insightsand knowledge from the financial field on alocal radio station.

Kearns, who was raised in Forest Heights, Eerste River, initially didn’t quite know what he wanted to be. “The ideaof medicine visited his imaginationnow and then,but it never truly settled. Whatdid stay, what consistently called myattention were numbers. Patterns,logic and order. Whileother children dreamed intitlesI found comfort in calculations.”

Theeldest of three children, responsibilitycame early. He was raised in amiddle-class home led by adevoted father, Dennis Kearns, who worked tirelessly to support wife Ansie and their family. Dennis, remembered by those who knew him as steady, selfless and protective, died in 2023, leaving behind alegacy of resilience and sacrifice that continues to shape his family.

Kearns’ academic path followed his natural strengths. He studied Cost and Management Accounting at Cape Peninsula UniversityofTechnology and latercompleted his Chartered Accounting qualification through the University

KEARNS ACCOMPANIES SMALL-BUSINESS JOURNEYS

of SouthAfrica. “The journey was demanding anddeeply personal. Family functions,celebrations andmilestones were oftenmissed. While others gathered I studied. While others rested Iworked.

“Ikept myeye firmly on oneprize, to build afirm of my own.Thatdream came trueinFebruary 2017 withthe founding of Kearns &Associates Inc. Theearly days were noteasy. Long hours, financial pressureand the weight of responsibility tested my resolve

“"Yet those closetomesay success never hardened me; in fact it softened me.I remainedapproachable, grounded and generous with my time. Helping others becameinstinctive.

“I like intentionally extending opportunity to aspiring accountants, mentoring and openingdoors where Ican. My next step is to plug ourcommunity service on the airwaves, with aplanned Eerste River Radio segment aimed at helping small, mediumand microenterpriseowners become more moneysavvy andfinancially confident.”

Kearns also employs people from the Eerste River community andcreates real pathways for growthand professional development. “For manyajob at thisfirm is morethan employment; it is afirststep towards realising adream. AndIalways want to help.”

Special needs teen seeks support

Donnel Mupambanga, a19-year-old from Cape Town, haslived with hydrocephalus since birth, acondition that has left him unable to walk anddependent on full-time care. As he enters adulthood, the physical and practical demands of managing his condition have increased significantly.

Mupambanga's life hasbeen shaped by ongoingmedical intervention and constant care. He has undergone six major surgeries and survived astroke, resulting in lastingphysical limitations. He requires assistance with all daily activities, along with ongoing management of chronic healthconditions, including severe skin allergies andthe risk of seizures.

adulthood, his care needs have reached a critical point.

His physical size has made hospital visits, daily transfers, and transport increasingly difficult to manage. The strain of lifting and moving him has resulted in his mother developing severe, chronic back pain.

At the same time, the cost of essential daily supplies —including adult nappies and medicated creams —has continued to rise.

Faced with these realities, the family made the decision to seek support by launching averified BackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign.

Since the age of four, he has been cared for solely by his mother, Blessing, followingthe death of his father from cancer.For thepast15years, she has managed every aspect of hiswellbeing, becoming his full-time caregiver.

Her responsibilities are continuous and demanding. Sheprovides 24-hour supervision,managesmedical routines and hygiene needs, andperforms all physical lifting andtransfers, as her son cannot walk independently. As he has grown into ayoungadult, these tasks have become increasingly strenuous.

Despite thesepressures, Mupambanga's outlook remainsa source of strength within thehousehold. His family describeshim as disciplined, calm, and quietly resilient. During health setbacks, including seizures, it is often his composure that sustains hismother.

“He doesn’t complain,”his family explains. “Even in difficult moments, his attitude gives his mother the strengthto continue.”

One of theways he expresses determination is through music. Despite poor eyesight and limited use of one hand, he finds joy andpurpose in singing.

TURNINGTOCOMMUNITYSUPPORT

As Mupanbanga hastransitioned into

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Since launching three days ago, the response has been encouraging. Morethan R14 000 has been raised, reaching 70% of the R20000 goal, through contributions from 15 individual donors. While this support has provided momentum, the family still needs assistance to reach the full amount required.

“This campaign is about ensuring Donnel has the care and dignity he deserves,” says campaign organiser Rory Little. “It’salso about acknowledging that thisjourney can’t be carried alone anymore.”

Thepublic response has offered encouragement after years of managing Mupanbanga's care privately, highlighting the impact of collective support.

“Having the right equipment would be life-changing,” the family explains. “It would reduce the risk of injury, protect his mother’s health, and allow Donnel to live with greater comfort and stability.” In response, his family has launched aBackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for essential mobility equipment, daily medical and hygiene supplies, and safe transport —support that is now critical to maintaining his health, dignity, and quality of life. . To supportMupambanga,visitthe BackaBuddy campaign here:www.backabuddy co.za/campaign/helping-donnel-access-thecare-he-deserves

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Dis weer tyd vir die Tygerberg-sakekamer se immergewilde potjiekoskompetiesie waar plaaslike sakelui mekaar in goeie gees die stryd om die titel as potmeester aansê. Dié geleentheid, 'n jaarlikse hoogtepunt wat nou in sy tiende jaar is, word op Vrydag 6Maart by die Hoërskool Stellenberg aangebied. 'n Hele groepbekendes sal vanjaar se beoordelingbehartig.

"Onsgaan groot vanjaar met 'n hele klomp bekende beoordelaars," sê Marina van derMeulen van die sakekamer. "Die beoordelaars is Marinda Engelbrecht, ‘n bekendeinkoskringe; Margit Meyer Rôdenbeck, wat geen bekendstelling nodig het nie; die bekende akteur Stian Bam; die geliefde sangeresAndriette Norman; en die bekende PeerPapsak van Bokradio." Dieseremoniemeester vir diedag is die alombekende PedroKruger, wat al die

deelnemers sal bekendstel en diewenners van gelukkigstrekkings deur dieloop van die middag sal aankondig. Van die lekkerste potte nóg is by verlede jaar se kompetisie opgedis, sê die organiseerders, wat vanjaar weer watertandresepte verwag. Die potte begin om 13:00 prut met hope gees en pret deur die loop van die middag. Die spanne kan meeding om as die kampioene in die witvleispot-, rooivleispot-, beste potpoeding- en beste geesafdelings aangewys te word. Die hoofborg vir die geleeentheid is TJ’S Lekka Braai met 'n groot verskeidenheid medeborge soos Leopards Leap, Checkers, Food Lovers Market,Lily@Co en District Technical Solutions.

. Kontak Marina by admin@tygerbergbc.co.za vir 'n inskrywingsvorm.Slegs 'n beperkteaantal pottekan ingeskryf word

UWCmourns DianaFerrus

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is mourning the death ofDr Diana Ferrus,the celebratedpoet andcultural icon who diedonFriday 30 January.

Ferrus was renowned for her powerful poetry that addressed socialjustice and healing, most notably her poem “I’veCome to Take YouHome”,writtenfor Sarah Baartman.The work playedameaningful role in thereturnofBaartman’s remains to SouthAfrica anddemonstrated what the university called “the transformative forceofart”.

ACADEMICANDMENTORATUWC

As both an alumna and staff member of theUniversity of theWestern Cape, Ferrus dedicated herself to nurturing students and mentoring emerging writers. She championed voices frommarginalised communitiesand wasparticularly committed to supporting grassroots writers, women poets, and community storytelling.

Writing in bothEnglish andAfrikaans, she bridged cultures and celebrated South Africa’s multilingual heritage through her work.

The universitydescribed Ferrus as “more than apoet” —calling her “a moral compass, avoice for the silenced, and a healer who transformed pain into purpose through language”.

POETLAUDED AS ICON AND

Free familymarketday to support children’shospice

ABellville children's hospice is hosting a community fundraising event next month to support its free services for vulnerable childrenand their families.

Iris HouseChildren'sHospice will holdits Family Market Day on Friday 28 February, from 10:00 to 14:00 at its premises in StiklandEstate.

EVENTDETAILS

The family-friendly event will take placeatHouse1,Stikland Estate, 59 Old PaarlRoad, Bellville, with free entry and parkingfor all attendees.

Activitiesplanned for the day include market and food stalls,pony rides, face painting, bric 'n brac stalls,spot prizes, and entertainmentspecifically designed

for children. Iris House Children's Hospice is aregistered non-profit organisationthat provides free respitecare and support to children with special needs and their families.

ESSENTIALSERVICES

All funds generated from the market day will go directly towards maintaining and expanding theseessential hospice services. Thecommunity-focused event aims to raise vital funds whilst providing an enjoyable day out for families across the Western Cape.

For more information about the Family Market Day or Iris House Children's Hospice services, contact the organisation directly.

Ilana Steyn, AneldaJonker (Local Business Lead forCape Town),Corna GeldenhuysJana vanRensburg.

Business women gather in Bellvillefor networking

MAURICIA.PETERSEN MAURICIA.PETERSEN@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

The South African Council for Business Women (SACBW) held its firstnetworking eventof2026 on Wednesday morning, 4February,bringing together women entrepreneurs and business leadersin Bellville under new local leadership. Today marked the first networking event of 2026 for SACBW in Cape Town under the new leadership of Anelda Jonker, Local Business Lead for SACBW in Cape Town. The occasion brought businesswomen together under the powerful spirit of local women supporting other local women.

The event set an energetic tone for the year, with lucky draws sponsored by local businesses helping to create momentum and showcase thestrength of community collaboration.

SELF-AWARENESSTHEME

February’s theme, “Self-awareness”, was brought to life by guest speaker Dr Amanda Filtane, who sharedapowerful andinspiring message on women’s empowerment.

SACBW is proud to have local businesswoman Ilana Steyn serving on the Cape Town committee. She wasnamed Businesswoman of theYear 2025 during the national awards ceremony in Nelspruit last year. With aclear visionfor growth,

the network is aiming to makea strong markacrossvariouscategoriesofnational awards in 2026. SACBW is alegacy nonprofit organisation founded in 1988by the late Mrs Rika Werner. The trusted national platform was created specifically to empower women in business across SouthAfrica and currently supportsboth established andemerging entrepreneurs throughits provincial andlocal chapters.

Theorganisation’s missioncentreson empowering, equipping,uniting,educating andembracing allwomeninSouth Africa, while celebratingwomenthroughdiverse perspectives and inclusive opportunities.

SACBW servesasa conduit platform designed forwomen, aimedatharnessing their collective power. SACBW is also supporting local initiatives that include Samaritan’s Feetand Helpende Hand WesKaap

Theorganisation maintains an active presence acrossmultiple provincesand hosts regular networking meetings, workshopsand guest speaker sessions.

SACBWiscurrently in an exciting growth phasefollowingastrategic re-engineering planlaunched in 2019, with arenewed focus on innovation, sustainability, skills developmentand leadership for the years ahead

. Womeninbusiness areinvited to join this growingnetwork by contacting capetown@ sacbw.org.

Teenneeds helptofishfor trophies

A17-year-old Cape Town angler who has overcome significant challenges is asking for community support to compete in the South African angling championshipon8April.

RubenLabuschagnefrom Oakglen, Bellville sufferedastroke as ababy and was subsequently diagnosed with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, attention-deficit disorder (ADD)and sensory-processing disorder. At age 11 he wasalso diagnosed with autism-spectrumdisorder (ASD) with a pathological demand avoidance profile. His rightleg,arm andface are affected by cerebral palsy.

Despite thesechallenges Ruben has found hispassioninfreshwater fishing, particularly barbel fishing. His dedication to thesport is unwavering; when he's not fishing he watches fishing videos on YouTube or practises with his rod on the grass.

Rubenhas been amember of the Cape Town AnglingClubwith his brother and father for severalyears. In December 2022 he represented the WesternProvince at theSAchampionships at Bloemhof Dam in North-West provinceaspart of the junior Bteam, competingagainst neurotypical juniors.

The head judge was so impressed by Ruben's passion and dedication that he presentedhim with his own medal. Despite hisdisability Ruben fished for five days non-stop, waking early each morning and fishing until late.

Following this success Ruben's father initiatedthe formation of adisabled Western Province fishing team. Last year marked thefirst time Ruben and the newly formed WP disabledteam competed in theSAchampionship held annually at Bloemhof.Thisyear's championship will take place on 8April.

SUPPORTNEEDED

The family requiresaround R20000 to cover petrol andaccommodation costs for the championship trip. Over thepast two years,they have received generous support from colleagues, friends, family and strangers, but understand they cannot rely on thesame sponsors annually.

WithRubenturning 18 in March and

having reached his academic threshold his parents are concerned about his future prospects. They are exploring the possibilityoffinding him work at afishing shop and hope that his participation in competitive angling might lead to opportunities with prominent figures in the sport . Anyone wishing to support Rubencan contact his parentsWillemLabuschagne on 083 5643397orRikaLabuschagne on 082783 9725. Donations canbemadetothe WesternProvince Freshwater Angling Association account.

Non-profit providing spiritual care to patients

RICHARDROBERTS

RICHARD.ROBERTS@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

Anon-profit company(NPC) that operates acrossSouth Africa hassupported hospital patients spiritually and through counselling for almost 30 years.

HospiVision has, since2009, supported more than 201 392 people across South Africa, 45 605 of these reached in 2025 alone.Western Cape operations are headquartered at TygerbergHospital in Parow

HospiVision manages alarge and diverse team of volunteers who provide spiritual careand emotional supporttopatients acrossthe hospital’s manywards.

It has partneredwith the Tygerberg PastoralForum, whichthe hospital recognisesasthe official body for spiritual care. TheNPC also serves as atraining hub for future ministers. HospiVision also providespaediatric support, using playbased emotional support, with donations of soft toys, blankets andpuzzles from partners such as KenridgeDutch Reformed church.

Tygerberg Hospital is one of the largest

hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere and provides an ideal setting for an integrated approach that also involves spiritual care, counselling and volunteer training, said Christél Kloppers, marketing manager.

Thenon-profit also operates at Karl Bremer Hospital, where it offerspastoral support and counselling.

HospiVision also offers skillsdevelopment programmes, which include digital-skills, baking and sewing training, and asoup kitchen.

Theprogrammes, which 131 people completed last year, are currently offered in Gauteng.

Founded in 1997 by faith-based organisations and churches in the Moot area of Pretoria to support patients at the Tshwane District Hospital (formerly Pretoria Academic Hospital), the NPCwas in need of soft toys,blankets and puzzles for paediatric patients and toiletries such as soap, toothpaste and sanitaryproducts. It was also in need of volunteerstocarry out itsmission to patients. . To donatevisitwww.hospivision.org.za/ donate

Provincefeelsdroughtpressure

KAILINDANIELS

KAILIN.DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA

Premier Alan Winde recently convened the Western Cape Government’s Integrated Energy and Water Council in arenewed effort to address critical water security challenges facing the province

The meeting brought together provincial Cabinetmembers, mayors, municipal managers and key stakeholders,marking acoordinated push to strengthen the resilience of the WesternCape’s energy and water systems.

Toppingthe agenda were escalating water securitychallenges being experienced by multiple municipalities amid ongoing drought conditions.

Winde highlighted the seriousness of the situation, urging council members to maintain momentum in strengthening governance, coordination and oversight across the province.

“Where municipalities require assistance, we must step in,” Winde said, reinforcingthe importance of collaboration between provincial, national andlocal government.

DISASTERDECLARATIONREQUESTED

On 22 January 2026, theWestern Cape Government’s Cabinet formally requested aprovincial disaster declarationfrom the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC).

The declaration, which is expected to be approved, would unlock access to emergency funding and resources, significantly enhancing the province’s ability to respond to water-related risks and support water-stressed municipalities.

The council also revisited the Western Cape Water Resilience Strategy, launched in October 2025,which Winde describedas

both an “immediate andlong-term plan”

The strategy focuses on fourkey pillars:

. Water conservation anddemand management

.Water augmentation .Infrastructure development .Governance

Rapid population growth, climate change andincreasing demand were cited as key pressures on water resources.

Municipalities across the Western Cape, excludingCape Town,are expected to investanestimated R844 million overthe next two years to maintain andupgrade water infrastructure. Cape Town has independent plansinplace, including desalinationinitiatives.

Inaddition, the provincial government will investmore thanR2billion into bulk water infrastructure projectsinthe medium term, aligned with the Water Resilience Strategy and the province’s 15yearwaterdemandplan.

SUPPORTFORWATER-STRESSEDTOWNS

Winde said GardenRoute town Knysna is recovering from recent water stress following the declaration of alocal state of disaster. “Our engineers have beenthere helping with national, provincial andlocal government, making sure that we mitigate this risk becausewecannothave atown run outofwater,”hesaid.

He added that several Garden Route andKaroo municipalities continue to experience highlevels of water stress.

CAPETOWNWATERUSEEXCEEDSDAILYTARGET

Meanwhile,Cape Town residents have been urged to urgently reducewater consumption after daily usage once again exceeded the City’s target of 975 million

Jobs boost from infrastructure push

Thousands of jobsare expected to be createdasthe Western Cape accelerates delivery of major infrastructure projects worth an estimated R131 billion, following ameeting of the Infrastructure Ministerial Committee (IMC)last week

The IMC met on Friday 6 February with adirective to fast-track priority infrastructure by improving coordination, unlocking partnerships and ensuring funding isaligned with projects that are ready for construction.

HEALTHANDEDUCATION PROJECTSADVANCE

Progress was reviewed across health, education and core provincial infrastructure. In the health sector enablement work is continuing on theNew TygerbergCentral Hospital public-private partnership to ensure the project meets procurement requirements

Planning is also moving forward on two regional hospitals in the metro, with funding secured to continue planning for one facility, while professional teams have been appointed for the second. In educationseveral projects implemented by the Western CapeDepartment of Infrastructure were already under construction.

The Manenberg School of Skills was progressing following site handover, while construction of Sunningdale Primary School is underway to accommodate rapidlearner growth. Dal Josaphat Primary School

wasalsoadvancing as a replacement school that will significantly expand learner capacityonce completed.

PROVINCE-WIDE INFRASTRUCTUREROLLOUT

The Department of Infrastructurereported that hundreds ofpublic works projects were under constructionornearing completionacross health facilities, schoolsand general infrastructure.

The IMC also reviewed the province’sSingle Integrated InfrastructurePipeline, which includes 52priorityprojects valued at approximately R131 billion. These projects span transport, health, education, human settlements, water, energyand catalyticeconomic infrastructure, and have been prioritised for readinessand accelerated implementation.

UNLOCKINGINVESTMENT ANDPARTNERSHIPS

Progresswas also noted on integratedinfrastructure investment initiatives aimedat packaging priority projects for blended finance, private sector participationand development finance support.

This work was being reinforced through collaborationwiththe Water andEnergy Counciltoalign bulk water securityand energy resilience projects with broader infrastructure delivery.

Provincial Ministerof Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers saidaccelerating delivery requires focus anddiscipline.

litres of water per day (MLD).

Cape Town’s dam storage levels currently stand at 62.2%,which must last until thenext seasonalrainfall cycle. Daily wateruse has peaked at 1062MLD, placing additional pressure on the City’s supply system.

Lower-than-average rainfall last year resulted in reduced inflows intodams. While taps are notatrisk of running dry at this stage,continued high consumption couldrapidly change the situation and lead to water restrictions if usage is not broughtdown urgently.

RECENTWATERUSAGETRENDS

Accordingtothe City’s weekly water dashboard, daily consumption has remainedconsistently above target:

.10 December 2025 –1029MLD

.15 December 2025 –1029MLD

.22 December 2025 –1039MLD

.29 December 2025 –1010MLD

.5January 2026 –1 048MLD

.12 January 2026 –1 037MLD

.19 January 2026 –1 050MLD

“Water usage this past week has unfortunatelypeaked, so we are 87 million litres aday overour target. Team Cape Town,weneed all hands on deck to help bring our collective use down,” said theCity’s Maycomember for water and sanitation, Zahid Badroodien.

CITYSTEPSUPPROTECTIONOFWATERSUPPLY

Badroodiensaid the City is implementing multiple measures to protect and build a resilient watersupply, including repairing pipe bursts, fixingleaksand upgrading ageing infrastructure.

“Since thedrought, the City has invested heavily in replacingold pipes, improving

pressure management, strengthening metering and fixing leaks faster,” he said.

In the long term, Cape Town plans to reduce reliance on rain-fed dams by adding new water sources such as desalination and water reuse from 2031.

WATERINSPECTORSENFORCEBY-LAWS

Throughout the summer season, the City’s Water Inspectorate has increased inspections to enforce the Water By-law and deter excessive water use.

During December 2025 and January 2026, inspectors visited areas including Sandown, Parklands, Bergvliet, Brackenfell South, Somerset West,Tokai, MonteVista, Heathfield, Gordons Bay and Ottery. Inspections focus on water wastage, leaks, illegal connections, permanent restrictions on hosing and construction activities, and swimming pool covers. Transgressors may receive spot fines ranging from R1 500 to R5 000. Further inspections are planned in Uitzicht,Westlake Business Park, Parow Industrial, Plumstead, Goodwood, Constantia, Table View and several shopping centres.

PUBLICURGEDTOSAVEWATER

Residents, businesses and farmersacross the Western Cape have been urged to intensify water-saving efforts. “Ultimately, we must use water responsibly yearround, not only during times of crisis,” Winde said.

Badroodien echoed the call: “Cape Town, we are in thistogether. We have done it before and Iamconfident we can do it again. Let’s work together to reduce nonessential water use and remain below the 975 million litres per day target.”

THINKING

Your wallet determines your medical care

Irecently found myself in asituation where life hung in the balance. Someone Icared about needed immediate medical attention. In amoment, driven by fear and desperation, we rushed to the nearest hospital,aprivate institution

We had no medical aid. We knew the odds were against us. Still, when death feels close, logic takes aback seat. Walkinginto thereceptionarea, Iexplained that this was amedical emergency.

In that moment, Ibecame acutely aware of an invisibleline that divides peoplein medical crises: those whose medicalaid opensdoors, and those whose suffering must first be assessed against abalance sheet.

The receptionist calmlyexplained thataconsultation with adoctor andanelectrocardiogram, anoninvasive,painless testtomeasure the heart's electrical activity, would cost approximately R10000. This amount, Iwas told,had to be paid upfront,before anyone would even assess thepatient.

We left and went to aprivategeneral practitioner (GP), who then assessed and referred us to astate hospital.

But the divide becomes even clearer in astate hospital. Time stretches endlessly Hours pass while pain deepens. Wards aresoovercrowded that patients lieon floors, bodies against walls and hardened benches.

WEACCEPTTHATSUFFERINGWILLBE PROLONGEDIFYOUCANNOTAFFORDIT

Doctors movefrom bed to bed, visibly exhausted, some having missed lunch, others nearing the end of impossiblylong shifts

They treateveryone: stab wounds, psychiatricpatients, the chronically ill under one strained roof, all hoping their names will be called next.

Here, "non–code red" patients wait more than twelve hours, sometimeslonger, learning thehard waythat urgency is relative when resources are scarce.

Security guards, hardened by constant chaos, enforce order with little patience or compassion, as though authority is the only thing keeping the system from collapse.

This is not astory about individual failure. It is about systemic inequality

In theory, healthcare is ahumanright. In practice, it is aprivilege.One that mirrors our economic divides.

Private hospitals boast efficiency, comfort, and immediacy, but only for those who can afford it

Public hospitals carrythe weight ofthe majority, underfunded and overwhelmed, relying on overworked stafftohold together asystemthat is quietly failing

The most disturbingtruth ishow normalised this has become. We expect state hospitals to be chaotic.Weexcuse the long waits.

We acceptthat suffering will be prolonged if you cannot afford it.

Until we confront the reality that access to timely, dignified medical care depends largely on financial status, these divides will continue to widen.

The sad truth is that in moments of emergencies and desperation, survival in our healthcare system often comes down to what you can afford, not how urgently you need help.

-KAYLYNNEBANTOM

Gymclosuresparksanger

Iwanttoexpress my deep disappointment,frustration,and concern regardingthe decision to closeVirgin Active RedParow

This facility hasbeen morethanjustagym. For manyofus, it has been aconsistent, welcoming, and accessiblespace that allowedustoprioritiseour healthwithoutthe excessivecosts associatedwith premium facilities. Virgin ActiveRed Parowhas always been busy, well-utilised, andsupported by aloyal membership base,which makes the decision to closeit particularlydifficult to understand.

Theexplanation that the club cannotberevamped to align withVirgin Active’s“premium vision” is deeply concerning.The realityisthatthe members of this club didnot want or need theseadditions. That is precisely whywechose Virgin ActiveRed. It demonstrated that movement,health, andwellbeingdonot need to be luxuriesreservedfor those who canaffordsignificantly higherfees

By closing this facilitybecauseitcannotbeconverted intoamoreexpensiveoffering, the message being sent is that affordabilityand accessibilityare secondarytoprofit.Thisdecision disproportionately

affects loyalmembers who areonstrict budgets but remain committedtotheir health. Many members will simplynolongerbeabletoaffordagym at all, which undermines the very principles of health andwellbeing that Virgin Activeclaims to promote. Whilemembers arebeingoffered the option to transfer to amoreexpensiveclubfromSeptember, this stillrepresents an increase of nearlyR200 per month —anamount that is simplynot feasiblefor many. Furthermore, those who choose nottotransfer areeffectivelypenalised by having to immediatelypay alternativegym fees elsewhere.This places members in an unfair andforcedposition

Foroveradecade,thisgym hasservedasa safe,inclusivespace forthe communityinthis area.Its closure represents notjustthe loss of afacility, but the loss of aculturethatprioritised health without financialexclusion.The decision feelsshort-sighted and, frankly, dismissiveofthe loyalclientele who supported Virgin ActiveRed Parowpreciselybecauseitwas different Accessibilityshouldnot be sacrificed in the pursuit of premium branding.

FRUSTRATED,Parow

Bejaarde ontvang ‘genade’van jong vakmanne

Redelik gereeldlees onsindie TygerBurger se briewekolomvan goedhartigeSamaritanewat bereid is om hul harteenbeursies oop te maak vir oënskynlik senior burgers watmoontlik net eenmalig of een keer per maand'nversnapering of sakkie negosieware kan bekostig. As pensioentrekker wasekdie afgelope week aan die ontvangkantvan drie goeie Samaritane se goeie dade "Janu-worrie"het onsbeursies ook maar leeg gelaat,maar ek moesnoodgedwonge onsvoertuig se wielsporingenbande laat nasien, watektelank uitgestel het.Ekvra toerondenwordverwysna‘n onderneming in Willowbridgewat wielsporing doen. Twee aangename en uitersbekwame jong manne wasmybehulpsaam en toedie bedrag vir die wielsporinggenoem word,het ek my oë toegeknyp.Ekwas egteruiters beindruk metdie regstelenherstel van die voertuig deur die vakmanne.Met die betaalslag ader die tw thul bestuurder komt

Public drinking and disorder on Chenoweth

As Durbanville business owners, my husband and Iare increasingly concerned about the growingdisorder outside abottlestore on Chenoweth Street

Largegroupsofmen –both homeless individuals and workers–regularlygather theretodrinkonthe pavements.This bottlestore appears to attractstreet peopleand after-work drinkers who consume alcohol immediately outside the premises.

Theresultisanareathatfeelsunsafefor residents andcustomers.

On weekends especially,the crowds become disruptive.Brokenbottles, shouting, public urination,and even defecation have become common. Pavements areoften littered with glass, andmanyshoppers have experienced harassment from intoxicated individuals.

This behaviour degrades theneighbourhood and harms localbusinessestryingtomaintain aclean, welcomingenvironment.

Durbanville already hasseveral bottlestoresin secure shopping centres where loitering andpublic drinking arenot tolerated.

Despiteongoingcomplaints, law enforcement presence remains minimal.Publicdrinking, urination, and nuisance behaviourare offencesunder Cape Town’s by-laws, yetlittleaction is taken.

Durbanville residents should not have to accept this levelofdisorder.Itistime forthe communityand our Ward councillortointervene andrestoresafetytothe area

JUSTINE PERRY, Durbanville

on Okavango Road at Cape GateonWednesday morning, 4January

It’sa dailystruggle…motorists driving, some speeding, down the yellow lane whilethe rest of us law-abidingdriverspatientlycrawl to ourdestination. Some do it under the pretenceofturning left at the next robot,evenifthe next robot is 500m away,only to shoot straightoverthe intersection from the left turning lane

Othersmakethe left turn, but shoot through the hospital andshopping centre’sparking areastojoin Okavangoagain further up the road. What theydon’t realise–ormaybe they’re justtoo selfish to care –isthey’re makeanexisting trafficjam even worse. Thesemotorists maketaxidrivers look like angels

TheCityofficialinbluemade my day. Ihope we see youtakeonthis lawless behaviour on Okavango more often.

ESTHER,LangebergRidge

StoriescomealiveinCapeTown

Books and theircharacters were on full display in Cape Townover the lastfew days as bookish people took part in several public readings for World Read Aloud Day.

The day,which is celebrated on4 February, was founded by LitWorld in 2010 to promotes reading aloud to improve literacy, comprehension, andcommunity connection

CapeTown Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and councillor Francine Higham joined the City's Libraryand Information Services on Wednesday to celebrate World Read Aloud Day 2026 at the Iziko Museum of South Africa

The event, held in partnership with Nal'ibali and IzikoMuseums, featured the theme “Magic at the Museum” and was designed to unlock magic through stories as ajourney of hope and adventure.

BadisaKuils River looking forparents

Badisa Kuils River is looking for a mother and afather in connection with acase they are workingon. Anyone who knows the current whereabouts of Heidi Veneel and Ashley Appels is requested to contact the social worker Carlo Johnson. Call Johnson on 021 906 1881 (weekdays between 08:00 and 16:00).

Komfliek by Jan Krielskool

Kom geniet 'n aand onder die sterre met 'n Valentynspiekniek en 'n fliek op Vrydag 13 Februarie by die Jan Krielskool. Die geleentheid is slegs vir volwassenes. Bring jou geliefde, 'n piekniekmandjie en 'n kombers vir 'n romantiese aand. Die hekke maak om 19:30 oop en die fliek begin om 20:30. Koffie sal te koop wees. Kaartjies kos R50 per persoon en is beskikbaar op die d6 Connect-app.

LIBRARIESGETQUIRKY

CentralLibrary in the Cape Town City BowlDistrict(CBD), posted aquirkyvideo on socialmedia of alibrarian reading Romeo and Juliet’sfamousbalcony soliloquy from the library’s level one balcony. (https://www.facebook.com/ share/r/17t29jKmoJ/)

Staff fromthe library alsovisited several schools andread aloudtopupils. Other libraries alsoposted read-aloud events on their social media pages. RocklandsLibrary, in Mitchells Plain, posted: “Sotoday we managedtoread aloudtoover 1500 learners at three primaryschools’ foundationgrades.”

AUTHORSCOMEOUTOFTHEWOODWORK

Publishers alsosent their authors outinto the wild to readatschoolsand libraries

AuthorLaurenO’Connor-May, from Strandfontein,visited two schools on Thursday5February on the invitation of literacy non-profit The Otto Foundation. O’Connor-May, visited two Otto Foundationlibraries in DistrictSix (Holy Cross)and the CBD (St Mary’s) to read fromher children’sbook DreamHouse Adventures

WHATDOBOOKISHPEOPLESAYABOUT READINGALOUD?

“Reading aloud allows us to have some fun,toget into characters, read in different tonesofvoices. Iwould even encourage parents to allow their children to readout loud, and it doesn't necessarily justhavetobea book, they could be maybeintraffic,and askthe kids to read, bumper stickers or signage,just to get our kids to read outloud, becausethey alsoget to practise reading, andpractise their articulation.” —Alicia Williams, founder of the Olive Exchange, an assisted publisher in Mitchells Plain.

“Reading aloud plays apowerful role in achild’s development. It helps build vocabulary, introducesnew words, and strengthens listening skills. When children read out loudathome,they also gain confidence in expressing themselves. Parents are encouraged to create time and space for this. It makes alasting difference.” RoscoeWilliams from Read to Rise,aliteracyNPO.

“We need to treatreading, the same way we do anyother fun activity. We show kids the lens through which they should view books, so if reading is seen as somethingfun andexciting, and interestingtodo, then that's what it will be.Use accents, askthem questions about

what they see on the page, make funny voices. Makeitasinteractive as possible. Help them discover theirimagination through the world of stories.”

—Bianca Flanders, entertainer and author

“I am passionate about encouraging children to read aloud. Reading aloud has so many benefits: boosts confidence, builds vocabulary and language skills, unlocks reading for meaning, develops better understanding and overall comprehension, enhances fluency through activating multiple senses, improves memory for better recall of the story, ignites active listening skills. instils alove of reading and most of all, it brings joy.” —Roslynne Toerien, children's book author

IMPORTANT NOTICE

FORM 3A -NOTICEOFAPPLICATIONSFOR LIQUOR LICENCES IN TERMSOFSECTION 37(1) OF THEWESTERN CAPE LIQUOR ACT,2008 –[REG. 10(1)]

Notice is hereby giventhatthe following applications forliquorlicenceshavebeenlodgedwiththe WesternCapeLiquorAuthority (the Authority)and with the designated liquorofficers at theindicated SouthAfrican PoliceService offices. Theapplications concernedmay,uptoand includingthe 28thday from thedate of publicationofthe application, upon requestand free of charge,beinspected by anyperson, at theofficesofthe Authority or thedesignatedliquorofficer listedhereunder. Copies of an applicationcan be obtained from theAuthority afterpayment of theprescribedfee. Objections andrepresentations must be lodged in writingwiththe Authorityand thedesignatedliquorofficerinaccordance with section39ofthe Act.

VORM 3A -KENNISGEWINGVAN AANSOEKE OM DRANKLISENSIES INGEVOLGEARTIKEL 37(1) VANDIE WES-KAAPSE DRANKWET,2008 –[REG. 10(1)]

Hiermeewordkennisgegee datdie volgende aansoekeomdranklisensies ingedien is by dieWes-KaapseDrankowerheid (die Owerheid)en] by dieaangewese drankbeamptesbydie aangeduideSuid-Afrikaanse Polisiedienskantore.Die betrokke aansoekekan,tot en metdie 28ste dagvanaf diedatum vanpublikasievan dieaansoek,opversoek en gratis deur enigepersoon besigtig word by diekantore vandie Owerheid of dieaangewese drankbeampte hierondergelys.Afskrifte van’naansoek kanbydie Owerheid verkry word na betalingvan dievoorgeskrewe fooi.Besware en vertoë moet ooreenkomstigartikel 39 vandie Wetskriftelik by dieOwerheidendie aangewese drankbeampte ingedien word

IFOMU3A- ISAZISOSOKUFAKWA KWESICELO SEPHEPHA MVUMENGOKWECANDELO37(1)

LOMTHETHOWOTYWALAWENTSHONAKOLONIKA-2008– [UMGAQO10(1)]

Isazisosiyanikezelwa ukubaezi zicelo zilandelayozamaphephamvume otywalazifakiwekwabasemaGunyeniezoTywala eNtshona Koloni (abasemaGunyeni) nakumagosa ajongene nemiba engotywala kwii-ofisi ezixeliweyozeeNkonzozamaPolisaaseMzantsiAfrika. Iziceloekubhekiselelwa kuzo zingakwazi kwiintsuku ezingamashumiamabini anesibhozo (28) ukususelangomhla wokupapashwa kwesisicelo, xa eceliwekwaye simahla, ziye kuhlolwa nguyenawuphi umntu okwi-Ofisi esemaGunyeni okanye yegosa elijongene nemiba engotywala elixelwe apha ngezantsi. Iikopi zesicelo zingafumanekakwabasemaGunyeniemva kwentlawuloemiselweyo. Uchaso neengxeloezixhasayoezibhaliweyozingafakwakwabasemaGunyeninakwigosa elijongene nemiba engotywala ngokwecandelo39loMthetho

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Volle naam van aansoeker Igamaelipheleleyo lomfaki-sicelo

Name underwhich business will be conducted

Naam waaronder besigheidbedryfsal word Igamaishishini eza kushishina phantsikwalo

Addressofthe proposed premises

Adresvan dievoorgenome perseel

Idilesi yesakhiwo

Kind of licence appliedfor Tipe lisensie waarom aansoek gedoen word Uhlobo lwephepha mvumeolucelayo

SouthAfrican Police Services designated liquorofficeroffice wherethe application hasbeen lodged Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiedienskantoor vandie aangewese drankbeampte waar die aansoek ingedien is i-Ofisi yeGosa elijongene nemiba engotywala yeeNkonzozamaPolisa eMzantsi Afrika apho isicelosifakwe khona

Vermaak // Entertainment

Ubuntutakescentre stageatArtscape

Inaworldincreasinglydividedby powerand politics, acclaimed cultural storytellerElvis Sibeko presents The Kingdom of Ubuntu –atimelyAfro-epic that asks what trulyholds us together Opening at Artscape Opera Houseon Friday6and Saturday7March at 19:30, this semi-staged productionpromises a cinematic musical experience placing unity and shared humanityatits centre.

Created, written, directed andcomposed by Sibeko, the production bringstogether the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, the Sibonelo DanceProject,the AfriArtsChoir, and –for the first time –anindigenous orchestra ledbyEmeritusProfessor Dizu Plaatjies.

"Ubuntuisnot aslogan. It is aresponsibility,"said Sibeko. "In aworldobsessed with power, TheKingdom of Ubuntu asks whether leadership tillb tedi

THE KINGDOM OF UBUNTU BLENDS ORCHESTRALAND INDIGENOUS SOUND

heirreturns to challengethe throne.The storyunfolds throughmusic, ritual and movement,askingwhether thekingdom willchoose domination or Ubuntu. "To bring together twojuxtaposedorchestras on onestage is not onlya celebration of music, but of unityand heritage,"said Plaatjies

"Thisismorethana performance –it'sa living testament to our shared humanity."

Theproduction blends orchestral grandeur,indigenous music, contemporary Africandance andtheatricalstorytelling in a90-minuteexperience(with interval) Thefinalmomentsdissolvethe boundary between stageand seats,transformingthe theatreintoashared spacewhereaudiences become part of theUbuntukingdom In timesofdisconnection andyearning, TheKingdom of Ubuntu speaks to the hu pirit's desiref lo ,belonging

Liebenberg‘EetKreef’

Laudo LiebenbergenFrank Freeman komtreeopDonderdag26Februarie om 20:30byDie Boer-teaterrestaurant in Durbanvilleop. Dié twee het in 2019 virdie eerste keer musikale kragte saamgesnoer en dielandvol getoer met EetKreef!Herleef,wat met 'n kykNet Fiësta-toekenning beloon is Nou komhulle weer bymekaar vir 'n vertoningmet musiek uit albei

se persoonlikeprojekte,sowel as gestroopteverwerkingsuit die Eet Kreef! Herleef-produksie. Komluister na vars verwerkingsvan Laudose aKing-musiek,asook verwerkingsvan Volk,Frank se alternatiewegroep,se musiek.Hulle meng die ou en die nuwe saam op 'n intieme en uniekemanier Kaartjies kosR225. .Bespreek by www.dieboer.comof by 021979 1911.

Project 021 readyto‘Shine’innew production

Project 021 willpresent apowerful new production called Shine from Thursday26FebruarytoSaturday 28 Februaryat the Sarepta CommunityHall.

TheKuilsRiver-based non-profit organisation uses performing arts to developand empoweryoung peopleinthe community.

Founderand director David Cornelsonsaid theyhaveassembled atalented and energetic cast to bring this compelling storytolife. "Shine dealswith gender-basedviolenceand the impact it has on children who experience it firsthand," Cornelson explained. "The storylineisfilled with dialogue thatwilltakethe audience on aroller-coaster of emotions, asweare sure theywillbe able to relate to the characters in the play."

Cornelsonaddedthat the production also serves as aplatform to highlight localtalent

"Shine is an opportunityfor us to showcase the wealth oftalent we have in our community. We invite everyone to come andenjoy theproduction whilesupporting the importantwork we aredoing with youngpeople." . Tickets areavailablefor R60at Webtickets.

. Conrad Koch and Chester Missing's PuppetPower runs from 10 to 14 FebruaryatTheatre on the Bay. Ticketsfrom R180 at Webtickets.

. Juan Boucher tree op Donderdag 12 Februarieom19:30 by Kapstadt Brauhaus Bloubergop. Kaartjies vanaf R265 is beskikbaarbyQuicket

. Yukio Mishima'saward-winning production TheLadyAoi is at Artscape from 14 to 21 February.Six performances only. TicketsfromR150 at Webtickets.

. Cape Town Operapresents Gershwin in the Park,a one-night-onlyconcert at the MaynardvilleOpen-Air Festivalon Sunday 15 February.The showstartsat 18:30.TicketsfromR254available at Quicket

. JeremyLoops is at the Kirstenbosch Summer Concert on Sunday 15 Februaryat17:15.Ticketsare R360 or R255 (age 6-21). BookatWebtickets.

. Sonja Herholdt bring haarvertoning

. RoccoenCoenie de Villiers 88 is van 18 tot28Februarie te sien by Theatre on the Bay. Twee klaviermeesters saam op dieverhoog. Kaartjies kosR200tot R350byWebtickets.

. UnderThe Mountain,a night of praise and worshipwithlocal artists and American BenFuller, is at KirstenboschBotanicalGardenonSaturday 21 February at 19:00.TicketsR545at Webtickets.

. An Intimate Night with Robin Peters &Dr. M is at FairbairnCollege,Goodwood on Saturday21Februaryat18:00 TicketsfromR200atWebtickets.

. Luna Paige: Die Reisigers is op Sondag22Februarie om 15:00 by die Drostdy-teater,Stellenbosch. Kaartjies kosR250byWebtickets.

. Vusi Mahlaselaand JabulileMajola performatthe Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert on Sunday 22 February at 17:15.TicketsR255(youth) or R360 at Webtickets.

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Atletevan oraloor neem deel aan Prestige-byeenkoms

Die Laerskool Mikrohet op Donderdag 5Februarie sy jaarlikse Prestige-atletiekbyeenkoms aangebied. Leerders van19skole uitdie noordelike voorstede en totsover as Worcester het deelgeneem. Carina Roux het die foto’s geneem . Besoek www.tygerburger.co.zavir nogfoto's.

Durvanville enCurrowen

SARELBURGER

Die Hoërskool Durbanville en Curro Durbanvilleseo.19Akrieketspanne het metoorwinningshulle vandeesweek aangesluit by Stellenberg in die halfeindronde van die Tygerbergstreek se Sammy Bloch-uiklopkompetisie.

HS Durbanville sal in die komende halfeindronde tuisteen Curro speel, maar Stellenberg wag nog vir die wenner van die kwarteindwedstryd tussen Edgemead en HS Bellville.

Curro(111/1) se A. van der Westhuizen (52*), Landseer Collen (4/19)enhul makkers het maklik klaargespeel met HS Tygerberg (110), terwyl dieDurbies (133/7 in 25 bbe.) met ‘n goeie spanpoging Milnerton (116) in diekwarteindronde vasgevat het. Michael Bloemetjie(54*) het nie genoegsame steun van sy Milnertonspanmaats gekry nie Fairmont en De Kuilen het uiteenlopende oorwinnings in dieafgelopeweek se

eerstespan-wedstryde behaal.

Die Kuile hetParow vir net 31 lopies uitgeboenderomuiteindelik metnege paaltjiesteseëvier, maar Fairmont(115/9) het deurgeskraap met‘neenpaaltjieoorwinning oor Khayelitsha (114).

Die oorwinningwas grootliks te danke aan die boulwerk van Cayden Kolbes (7/26). In die o.15A-liga hetDylan Barnes(83) ‘n vernamerol gespeel in Milnerton(215/3) se weghol-oorwinning van 150 lopies oor Brackenfell De Kuilen se Joshua Wollmer (6/10) waspragtigopstryk metdie bal in die kolfploeterende kragmeting teen Curro Durbanville (33) om sy spanmet 20 lopies telaat wen.