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Construction has officially begun on the R650million GrandWest Mall development in Goodwood following asod-turning ceremony,marking amajor newretail expansion.
Picturedfromleftare PierreLehaye,Ulrik Bengtsson,James Vosand Paul Gerard.Readmoreonpage6
CITY ROLLSOUT PROGRAMME AS PART OF SAFETY EFFORTS
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TNEW ROLE AIMS AT IMPROVING DISPATCH ANDDEPLOYMENT
LAUNCH
The launch was held at the Transport ManagementCentre inHugo Street, Goodwood on Wednesday17June. The event
he City thisweek launched aMetro Police Shift Commander Programme, who they say will play acritical role in improving the dispatch and deployment of enforcementresources, ensuring a more intelligent and responsive approach to crime prevention, traffic, law enforcement, and public safety operations.
was attendedbyJPSmith, Mayco memberfor safety andsecurity, whowished thesix newly appointed Shift Commanders well on theirnew journey
“We gatherherenot only to introducesix new Shift
Commanders but also to launch anew operational approach that will strengthen our ability to protect and serve the residents and visitors of our city.
“The six officers standing before us today hold the rank of superintendent and collectively represent well over acentury of policing and traffic law enforcement experience. TOPAGE2
The Western Cape Government has activated aJoint OperationsCentre (JOC)tocoordinate aprovincialresponsetosocialunrest linked to illegal immigration, after Premier Alan Windeand severalmembers of his Cabinet convened an emergency-planning meeting
JOINTOPERATIONSCENTREACTIVATED
The JOC, ledbythe Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC), brings multiple authorities, including the police, thedefence force,the Department of Home Affairs, theUnited Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and various municipalities, together to ensure a coordinated and effective response.
All role-players are working together to identify flash points anddefuse tensions, with thepolice actively monitoring socialmedia platforms for potential threats.
The province's response plan is anchored in fourkey priorities: visible policing in hot spots, strengthening intelligence networks, proactive communications, and rapid mediation andengagement.
The International Relations Directorate, within theDepartment of the Premier, has also maintained regular contact with several foreign missions.
PREMIERWARNSAGAINSTESCALATION
Winde expressed serious concernover apotential escalation that could lead to further social unrest,noting that several demonstrations have already been held and that more are planned in the coming days. He strongly urged organisersand demonstrators to conduct themselves peacefully.
"While we respect every resident's right to protest, thismust be done withinthe confines of the law. We urge residents to stand against violence. Violence in any context is completely unacceptable. We have seen how thisissue can escalate intofurther unrest. We have already had unrest and demonstrations in the Mossel Bay, Overstrand and Cape Agulhas areas. We have taken decisive steps including bolstering enforcement measures and contingency planning to avoid any further violence."
Theprovince has welcomed the interventions implemented by the InterMinisterial Committee on Migration constituted by President Cyril Ramaphosa and has offered itssupport to the committee's work wherever necessary.
From left areCommissioner Petrus Robberts with Superintendents:Elricho Turner,ZwelixolilePeko,Laetitia Ohlson,Jasmina Philander,Bradley Muizenheimer,Abduraghmaan Ismail and JP Smith,Maycomember for safety and security.
“Theircareers havebeen built on dedication, professionalism, operational excellence, and acommitment to public service. Theyhave worked on the frontlines of enforcement, managed complexincidents, anddeveloped adeep understandingofthe challenges faced by our communities on adaily basis,” Smith said in hisspeech.
The officers haveundergone extensive preparation and exposure, he said, adding that theyhave participated in training through theCape Town Training Academy and have visitedand engaged with several of theCity's critical operational centres.
“Thesevisits haveprovided valuable insightintohow emergency services operateacrossthe City and have reinforced asimple butpowerful principle: no single servicecan operate in isolation if we are to effectively respond to the needsofour communities,” Smithsaid.
The Shift Commanders will have access to an impressive range of technology and operational tools. These include the Emergency Police& Incident Command system (EPIC), CCTV networks covering both our suburbanareas andfreeway systems, body-worn camera footage, vehicledashcameras, drones, City vehicle trackingapplications, Licence Plate
Recognition technology, alarm monitoring systems, vehicle ownership databases —the ENatis platform, neighbourhood watch platforms and avariety of internal communication networks, he said.
“These technologies provide us with unprecedented situational awareness and the ability to make informed operational decisions in real time. However, while technology is an important force multiplier, it is not our greatest asset. Ourgreatest asset remains the men and women in uniform who respond to incidents, answer calls for assistance, patrol our streets, enforce the law, and place themselves in harm's way to protect others.”
TheShift Commanders will serve as the vital link between information and action, he said. “Their role is not simply to monitor systems and screens. Their role is to coordinate resources, direct operations, support officers in the field, and ensure that the right resources reach the right incident at the right time,” Smith said. Akey responsibilityofthese Shift Commanders will be the management of PriorityOne incidents. These are life-threatening situations whereevery second counts. Whether it is aviolent crime in progress, aserious motor vehicle accident, athreat to publicsafety, or a major emergency, the Shift Commanders will be responsible for ensuring that the City's response is swift,coordinated, and effective.
The police have seized counterfeitgoods valued at morethan R100 million from aBellville shopping complexfollowing two separate operations conducted within aweek.
TWORAIDS NET
AC Scoutingwill be hosting aSoccer Clinic from Monday 29 June to Wednesday1 July in Goodwood.
develop both on and off the field through quality coaching and football education,”a spokesperson says.
Theclinic will be taking place at the Goodwood SportsClub at 54 Milton Road, Goodwood.
Training starts at 09:00, ending at 12:00.
The clinic will provide three days of structured, age-appropriate football trainingfocused on technical development, ball mastery, game understanding, and creatingapositive learning environment for young players.
“Our aimistohelpboys and girls
. To buytickets andfor more detailse-mail info@acscouting.co.zaorvisit www.acscouting. co.za
MORE THAN R100 MILLION WORTHOFFAKE BRANDED PRODUCTS AT
Acommunity activist and local by-election candi-
date was shotdead in Dunoon on Saturdayevening afterspending the day helping people register to vote —a crime that has shocked her community anddrawn condemnationfromacross the political spectrum.
Sinovuyo Dyokwe, the DemocraticAlliance (DA) Ward 104by-election candidate, was on her way home from avoter registration venue when she was killed. She had dedicated the day to helping residents register —orre-register —asvoters during the first day of voter registration weekend ahead of the local government elections on4 November 2026.
Known for her warm smile and cheerful nature, Sinovuyo had played akey role in buildingup voter participation in Dunoon, earning areputation as atrusted andhardworking community activist.
She is survived by her family, friends, and colleagues, to whom the DA has extended itsheartfelt condolences. Theparty has also arranged counselling for those closest to her.
“Thank you foryour unwavering commitment,” the party said in astatement.“Your dedication andsacrifices will forever be remembered. Rest in peace, Sinovuyo.”
Western Cape MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, Anroux Marais, was amongthe firsttospeak out, describing the killing as “asenseless and horrific act ofviolence.”
“This is asenseless and horrific act ofviolencethathas robbed afamily of alovedone, acommunityofa dedicated activist, andour democracyof apersoncommittedtoserve her community. My deepest condolences gotoMsDyokwe’s family, friends, colleagues, and allthosewho worked alongside her to improve conditions in their community,” Marais said.
The GOOD Party Caucus on theCityofCapeTownCouncil also condemned the killingin the strongest terms,callingitan attackonthe electoral process itself.
“An assassinationtied to voter registration is an attack on the electoralprocess itself, andoneveryresident’s right to participate in it freely and without fear. When acandidate canbemurdered onher way home fromsigning up voters, the threat isaimed at all of us who believe electionsmust be decided by ballots andnot bullets,” Jonathan Cupido, GOODCity of Cape Town Councillor said.
Marais notedwith serious concernthattherewas speculation themurdermay be linkedtoSinovuyo’s political activitiesorher outspoken stance on crime in thearea —but cautioned againstdrawing early conclusions.
“At this stage, it would be irresponsible to speculate on the motive.However, all possible motivesmustbethoroughly investigated. Whetherthis murderwas politically motivated, linkedtoher community activism, her anti-crime advocacy, or any other criminal motive,those responsible must be identified, arrested, and successfully prosecuted,”she said.
The GOOD Party echoed this call, sayingthe investigation mustbeallowedtorun its course, while urgingSAPS to deploy its full resourcestofind those responsible andbring them before acourt without delay.
Marais calledonthe South African Police Service(SAPS) to dedicateevery available resource to theinvestigation.
“I callonSAPS to leave no stone unturned. The perpetrators must face the full might of the law. Violence and intimidation
Maycomember forSafetyand SecurityJPSmith lays flowers at the scenewhereDAactivist SinovuyoDyoke wasmurdered.DA leaders visited Dyoke’sfamilytooffer their condolencesbeforepaying tribute at thesiteofthe tragedy.
havenoplace in our democracy, and communities cannot be held hostage by criminals seeking to silence thosewho stand up for safer neighbourhoods,”she said.
INDUNOON
Marais also raised concern aboutongoing extortionrelatedcrime in Dunoon and surrounding communities, notingthat extortion syndicates continue to fuel violence, undermine economic activity, and intimidate residents, community leaders, businesses and service providers.
Shecalled on SAPStostep up its anti-extortion operations in thearea through more intelligence-driven investigations, targeted enforcement and strongercollaboration with specialised units.
“Extortion syndicates thrive when they believe they can operatewithimpunity. SAPS mustcontinue to disrupt these criminal networks by identifying theirleadership structures, tracing theirfinancial activities, and ensuring that those responsible for intimidation, violence, and murder are removed from our communities,” shesaid.
Marais also urged members of thepublic to come forward with information, warning that too manycrimes go unreported.
“Reporting remains one of the mostpowerful tools available
to law enforcement. Authorities can only act on extortion-related crimes when information is received. Toooften, murders and acts of intimidation occur because criminal activities go unreported. Anonymous reporting can save lives, disrupt criminal networks, and prevent future extortion-related killings,” she said.
Marais confirmed she would closely monitor the progress of the investigation.
CANDIDATESAFETY MUSTBEREVIEWED
TheGOOD Party called on the Electoral Commission, the City of Cape Townand the police to urgently review the safetyof candidates, party workers and registration staff across Cape Town ahead of the November Local Government Elections. “Noperson should have to weigh theirlife against their willingness to serve,”Cupido said.
He addressed activists across the Cape Flats who wereout registering voters over the weekend: “Your work matters, and political violence cannot be allowed to silence it.”
POLICEINVESTIGATING
Police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk confirmed that the case remained open and that no arrests had been made.
“The matter is still under investigation, and thereare no new developments to report at thisstage,” van Wyk said.
Goodwood Methodist Churchiscelebrating aremarkablemilestone this year as it marks60years of ministry,worshipand service to the Goodwood community.
The church'sstory began in 1966 through the visionand determinationoflocal resident andMethodist lay preacher, William John Watling, explains Retha Wiid, circuit treasurer. At the age of65, Watling grew weary of travelling long distances eachSunday to attend worship andfelt called to establish aMethodist presence in Goodwood.
Going from door to door, he searched for fellow Methodistsliving inthe area His efforts soon resulted in 13 families and and for Methodist held of Church. worshipp Hall just there collection the said. however, Histori worship the been the fo Group whe for church giving, congregation to officially
Bishop Yvette Moses, Supernumerary RevRonaldvan Eck (2006-2015),Laura vandeBerg,widow of RevMel vandeBerg (1983-1990),Resident Minister RevJohn Stewe (2024-present)and SupernumeraryRev Vincent Harry(20162023).
Die Stellenbosch- internasionalekamermusiekfees vindvanjaar vanVrydag3tot Sondag12Julie in die Endlersaalvan die Universiteit Stellenboschsekonservatorium plaas Diefees bring reeds vir tweedekades elke Julie wêreldbekende klassiekemusici vanverskeievastelande bymekaar
Vanjaar se lyskunstenaars sluit verskeie in wat al voorheen hier opgetree het,soosDaniel Rowland (violis) en Maja Bogdanovi (tjellis),wat wêreldwyd in aanvraagis. Rowland, watvoorheenVivaldi se “Vier Seisoene”, Piazzolla en MaxRichter uitgevoer het,sal dié keer PhilipGlass se weergawe van die “Vier Seisoene”uitvoer,wat nog nie voorheen plaaslik gehoor is nie.Rowland en Bogdanovi salook saam met Nina Schumann,die fees se kunsdirekteur, “Space Jump”van Fazil Sayuitvoer
Dieviolis Miclen LaiPanghet onlangsassolis saam met die KaapstadseFilharmoniese Orkes en
MUSICI VANVERSKEIE LANDE KOMBYMEKAAR
by dieFranschhoek-kamermusiekfees plaaslike gehore gaande gehad. Hy maak sy buigingbydie fees metwerkevan CesarFranck, JörgWidmannen Glière.
Op dielaastedag vandie fees sluitEmanuil Ivanov by LaiPangaan virMendelssohn se energieke concertovir viool en klavier
Ander tjellistewat vanjaargaan optree,sluit PeterMartens (feesdirekteur), Boris Andrianov en DavidCohen in.
AndrianovenCohen is lank reeds gunstelingeby diefees. Andrianovtreeop9Julie as solisop, terwyl Cohendie treffende tjello concerto vanSchnittkeop 10 Juliesaammet diefees-simfonieorkessal uitvoer BLAASINSTRUMENTE
Onder diehoutblasers watvanjaarhul feesdebuut maak, is TitusUnderwood, hoof-hobospeler vandie Nashville-simfonieorkesenontvanger vandie 2021Sphinx MedalofExcellence, en Julia Harguindy, hoof-fagotspeler vandie Pittsburgh-simfonieorkes. DemarreMcGill(fluitspeler)keer ná ’n aantaljare terugnadie fees. Die sublieme klarinetspelvan YaoGuang Zhai word weer gehoor in werkevan Mo rt,Amanda Harbe Ante Grgi
Crous& Carstens —Springbok Nude GirlsUnplugged is at Die BoertheatreinDurbanville on Thursday 9 Julyat20:30
Theshowbringstogether twoofSouth Africa’s most celebrated rock figures foranintimate evening of music, stories and candid reflection. Arno Carstens andTheo Crous have been making music side by side sincethe early1990s, when they first met in Bellville. What startedasajam session would become one of themostsignificantpartnershipsin South Africanrock history.
They co-founded Springbok Nude Girlsin1994 andwent on to create acatalogue of songsthat defined ageneration. Hits like “Illuminate”, “BlueEyes” and“Bubblegum on my Boots” captured the sound of acountry finding its voiceinthe post-apartheid era. This unpluggedshowstripseverything back. Expectacoustic renditions of their biggest songs, some storytelling andbehind-the-scenes talesthat have not been told before . Ticketsare R295.Book at www.dieboer.com or call 021 9791911.
Asod-turning ceremonylastweek at GrandWest in Goodwood marked the startofconstruction on the R650 million GrandWest Mall development, which is said to be completedby June 2027.
The ceremony by Flanagan& Gerard Property Groupand GrandWest, a subsidiary of Sun International,took place on Thursday 18 June
This milestonefollows the successful transfer of land intothe joint venture between Flanagan &Gerard(90%) and GrandWest (10%), announced inMay earlierthis year
The 22 000 m² single-level convenience shopping centre entersthe construction phase with strong commercialmomentum, thecompanies said in ajoint statement, adding that more than 70% of the gross lettable area is let, with afurther 20% under offer
“The sod-turning ceremonyfor the R650 million GrandWestMall development reflects confidenceinCape Town’s economy and its growth outlook. Developments like thishighlight the role of private sector investment in driving growth, creating jobs and strengthening the retail and commercial economy,”said JamesVos, Mayco member foreconomic growth, at the ceremony.
Flanagan &Gerard and GrandWest have made local procurement acore commitment of the development, their statement reads. Preference will be given to Western Cape-based subcontractors, materialssuppliers and tradespeople
throughout the build. This approach supports regional employment, strengthens local supply chains and ensures the development reflects the character andcapabilityofits community, thestatement continues.
Isipani Construction was appointed as maincontractor for thedevelopment following arigorous, competitive procurement process. Preliminary workshave been completed, andthe siteestablished for construction, which commenced in May.
The project will proceedwithout disruptiontoexistingoperations at GrandWest, they said. The casino, hotel andentertainment facilities will continue to trade normally throughoutthe constructionperiod.
GrandWest Mall is designed by retail architecture specialist MDS Architecture, withpartner Pierre Lahaye headingthe project.
“We challenged ourselves to combine elements that people associate withthe Western Cape together with those found in the existing casinocomplex, which replicates some of Cape Town's most famous landmarks. The design embodies contemporary Cape Town experiences,
artist’simpression of the interior of
drawinginspiration from nature and the region's renowned wineries to create a retail environment thatspeaks directly to theregion's identity,” said Lahaye.
Ulrik Bengtsson,group chief executive officer of SunInternational, said for them this investment is about keeping GrandWest relevant, vibrant and responsive to how people live, shop and spend their timetoday. “Itextends the GrandWest precinct,bringing retail, dining, entertainment andleisure together in amore connected andconvenient way.”
Materialchoices for the mall are organic,
tactile and authentic, including exposed off-shutter concrete, natural timber and metal sheeting, drawing on the aesthetic of the Western Cape's contemporarywine estates, the statement reads.
“Breaking ground on GrandWest Mall is amoment we have worked towardwith great commitment and care. Thequality of the team assembled —from our joint venture partner and contractor through to our architect and tenants —will deliver a development the Western Cape community will be proud of. We look forward to welcoming shoppers in June 2027,” said PaulGerard, managing director of Flanagan &Gerard Property Group.
MAURICIAPETERSEN
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The new education buildingat the University of the Western Cape (UWC) Bellvillecampus hosted alandmark farewell lecture on Wednesday 10 June. It brought together 60 academics and education specialiststo celebrate the end of aproject that has shaped mathematics education in Cape Town’s most disadvantaged communities.
Prof CyrilJulie, emeritus professor of mathematics education at UWC, was the driving force behind the Ledimtali project.
Rooted in what he called the productive practice perspective, the project was built on the premise that learners in low socio-economic status (LSES) schools can do well in mathematics, provided their teachers are properly supported.
Over the course of the project, Ledimtali reached high schools in Bonteheuwel,Elsies River, Sarepta,Langa, Gugulethu, Mfuleni andGordon’s Bay, amongothers
One of the project’smost significant contributions wasits approach to teacher development. Recognising that the schoolcalendar offered no dedicated continuing professional development days, UWC
facilitated weekend institutes, with overnightstays, allowing teachers to collaborate, engage with thematerialand build professional relationships.
EXCELLENCERECOGNISED
The fruits of this investment are perhaps best illustrated by thestory of Ms Lizette Schroeder of Protea Heights Academy.
After participating in the project, shewas awardedthe Provincial
Excellence in Teaching Mathematics Prize in 2022, which reflected her talent and the qualityofthe development she received.
At Wednesday’s farewell lecture, Prof Julie offered the gathered academics acompelling intellectual distinction: between “school-teaching mathematics” —the mathematics that teachers work with —and “school-going mathematics” —the mathematics that learners encounter.
The address was met with warm acclaim. Respondents Barbara Boswell and Prof Oscar Koopmanpraised it as arare, richlyliterary, memorable and deeply powerful contribution to educational scholarship —the kindofacademic event for which UWC has become known.
While Ledimtali formally concludes at the end of June, UWC’s work in thisspace is far
from over.
Prof Julie will continue developing teaching-and-learning units to enhance mathematics achievement, and the university’s hosting department is actively exploring how the project’s framework can be carried forward.
For readers in Brackenfell and the broader northern suburbs, the story of Ledimtali is a reminder of the extraordinary work being done just down the road at UWC.
Mathematics, as Prof Julie puts it,isagateway subject —and for young people growing up in Bonteheuwel or Mfuleni, passing it can open doors to university, to careers, and to abetter future. That UWC has dedicated years of scholarship, resources and human energy to making that possible is something the entire community can be proud of.
Newsafety function on City app goes live
Gaming SA-style: Hundreds of young peoplegathered at Voorbrug sportsfieldinDelft forone of thefour area events that will culminatein thepopular Cape Town Gameslater this year.Under-14s and under-16s took part in tag rugby,morabaraba (thestrategy boardgameshownin thepicture),Fast5netball,five-a-side soccer,dominoes, dodgeball, Puca (played with pebblesormarbles), Drie Blikkies (an action-packed game involving twoteams,three empty tincans, and atennis ball) and table tennis. Pickleball wasalso introduced through ademonstration and coaching clinic.
Knowing thattimes aretough, the City is casting its social safety net even wider with its 2026/27 budget,offering vulnerable Capetonians astronger helpinghand than ever before
The City’s 2026/27budget includesrates andservicesrelief tothe tune of R8,3 billionfor qualifying residents. Moreover, around 60%ofhomes will seetheir property rateseitherdecreaseorstayunchanged, despitestrongpropertyvalue growth in Cape Town
Raising relief thresholds
Measures through whichrates and services relief will be offeredinclude a proposed raisingofthe thresholdsfor indigentrelief. Propertiesvaluedup to R620 000 (upfromR500000)will receivea 100% rebate forwater and sanitation, whilethose valued up to R580 000 (upfromR450000)willget a100%rebatefor refuse collection
More pensioners andsocialgrant recipients also standtobenefitfromCity aid: Ratesrebates andLifelineelectricity will be availabletothose with amonthly household income of up to R27000, regardless of property value(up from R22000,and officiallySouth Africa’s
Honderde jongmense het by Voorbrug-sportterreinin Delftbyeengekomvir een van vier streeksuitdunne wat sal uitloop op die gewildeKaapstadspelelater vanjaar Onder-14’senonder-16’shet deelgeneem aan sport en speletjies soos merkrugby(tag), morabaraba (’n strategiebordspeletjie), Fast5-netbal, vyfspelersokker, domino’s, bok in die hok (dodgeball),Puca(watmet klippiesofalbastersgespeel word), Drie Blikkies en tafeltennis
Die Stad se begroting vir 2026/27maak voorsiening vir sowatR8,3 miljardsebelasting- en diensgeldverligting vir kwalifiserende inwoners. Boonop sal diebelasting op ongeveer 60% van eiendomme
hetsy daal ofonveranderdbly,ondankssterk groeiin eiendomswaardes in Kaapstad. Die Stad se kliëntedienssentrum in McDonaldstraat, Goodwood, het aandie einde van Mei permanent gesluit. Inwonerswordaangemoedig om van ander kantorein dieomgewinggebruik te maak,waaronder dieParow-kantoor,wat net1,5 km wegis, sowelasdie Stad se gerieflikeaanlyn besprekings-enbetaalopsies. Verteenwoordigers van die WestelikeProvinsie serugbyklubs het in April met die Stad vergader vir die eerste in ’n reeksontmoetingsombande met die sportgemeenskap te versterk.
highestthreshold).Because thenew valuation roll hastaken effect,pensioners andsocialgrant recipients areremindedto reapplyfor theirbenefits (seebox below).
Friendlier formula
Specialmeasurestohelponthe property ratesfront includea proposed 10,2% lowering in thepropertyrates formula (orthe ‘rate-in-rand’). ThefirstR500000 of property values will also be ratesfree (upfromR450000), whichwill applytoall homesuptoR8million (upfromR7million).
*Visit https://bit.ly/3PTgvAu for more on ratesand tariffsreliefaswellasthe averagetariffs proposed for 2026/27.
Wheretoapplyfor help
•For indigent applications: indigent.relief@capetown.gov.za
•For ratesrebateapplications by pensioners and socialgrant recipients: rates.rebate@capetown.gov.za
Izimvozomyili webala lembaleki eliphuculweyolaseBellville kunye nendawoyomdyarho webhayisekile kwakunye nendawo eziyingqongileyo emva kokuba umphuhlisi enze lonkeuphuculo kunye nomsebenzi oqulethwe kwisivumelwanongoku esilindele isiphumezosokugqibela yeBhunga. Amakhulu abantu abatsha ahlanganisene kwibalalezemidlalo laseVoorbrug eDelftkomnyeweminyhadala yengingqi emine eza kuqukunjelwa kwimidlalo edumileyo yaseKapa ekupheleni kwalo nyaka Uhlahlolwabiwomali lweSixekoluka2026/27 lubandakanya iirhafu kunyenezophulelo kwiinkonzoezixabisa iR8,3 yeebhiliyoni kubahlali abafanelekileyo. Ukongezakoko, amalunga ne60% amakhaya aza kubona iireyithi zepropati
No kicksortries,just strengthening ties: In April, the City welcomed representativesfrom theWestern Province’s rugbyclubs to thefirstina series of seminars aimed at thesportingfraternity. Amongothers, club representatives were informedofthe City’s annual maintenanceplans forsporting facilities across town,facilities developmentinitiatives,lease and management agreements,and even eventpermittingprocesses This forms part of efforts to strengthen theCity’srelationship with thesportingcommunity
Thecustomer interaction centre in McDonald Steet, Goodwood, permanently closed at the end of May.Residents areencouraged to makeuse of other nearby offices, including the Parowoffice, which is just1,5 km away,and the City’s convenient online booking and payment options. If in doubt, phone ahead to checkwhether an office is open. Staffwill be redeployed to other offices to assist customers. Forother offices:https://www capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20 home/See-all-City-facilities/Ourservice-facilities/Walk-in%20centres
zisehla okanye zihlale zingatshintshi, nangona kukhoukukhula ngamandlakwexabisolepropatieKapa Iziko lokusebenzisana nabathengilaseGoodwood eMcDonald Street, eGoodwood, livalwe ngokusisigxina ekupheleni kwekaCanzibe (Meyi) 2026. Abahlalibayakhuthazwa ukuba basebenzise ezinyeii-ofisi ezikufutshane, kuqukane-ofisi yaseParow ekumgama njeoyi1,5 km ukusukaapho,kunye neendlela zeSixeko ezifanelekileyozokubhukisha kunye nokwenza iintlawulokwi-intanethi. KwekaTshaziimpuzi (Epreli), iSixekosamkele abameli abaphuma kwiiklabhu zombhoxo zePhondoleNtshona Koloni kwisemina yokuqalakuthotho lweesemina ezijoliswe kumaqela ezemidlalo
In-app reporting of safety incidents now live
TheCity’smobile appnow allows residents to log certain categories of by-law transgressions and policing incidents in aclick or two
Fornow,reportscan be made in 17 categories (including metal theft, public drinking, abandoned or broken-down vehicles, problem buildings, and poaching), with moretobephasedinover time. If anincident type is not yet available for in-app reporting, you will be redirected to the PublicEmergency Communication Centreon 021 480 7700.
Benefits of beingonthe app
Theapp is data-light, and the City hopes to makeitfree-useinthe future. All reports areautomatically geolocated and routed to the relevant City department. As users tend to provide moreaccurate details via the app,including pictures,this enables afaster,more effective response.
Reports can be submitted discreetly, withoutdrawing attentiontothose logging incidents in public spaces.Basedonincidents logged withthe City, registered app users also receive alerts, helping to improve awarenessofincidents in surroundingareas.
*Get the app in the Apple App StoreorGoogle Play Store.
Click for asafer Cape Town:
TheCity’s apphas been further enhanced,creating azippier wayto notify the municipality of incidents thatrequireapolicingresponse.
Ofthe many investments we make in the City’s public facilities– sports grounds, swimming pools, parks, community halls and more –one that means alot tome is the money we spendonour public libraries.
We have 102 libraries across the metro, and theyare among themost important public facilitieswemanage Theseare far more than simply places totakeout abook: Our librariesare where peopleget free access to the internet; where theyresearchand applyfor jobs; where children can study and makeuse oflearning support programmes
Our libraries arewellused in every single community,and library membershipacrossCape Town continuestogrow. Last year,City librariesreceived morethanseven millionvisits!
Whatreally excitesmeisthe moneyweare spending to upgrade libraries in Cape Town’slower-income communities.Every rand spentmakes ahuge difference in people’s lives by offering access to learning and
work opportunities.
We arebusy witha large upgrade to the Lwandle library–alsoknownasthe Hector Petersonmemorial library–that will see the facilitydouble in size by the endof2026.InBrown’s Farm,weare refurbishing ourlibrarythatsuffered
severedamage back in 2023. The refurbished Khayelitsha library officially reopenedinJune,asdid the nearby Nazeema Isaacslibrary,where we did extensive work to the roof and ceilings,restrooms, paving and library halls.Wealso recentlyrefurbished our libraries in Woodstock, Tafelsig andLanga.
We encourageCapetonians to join theirlocal libraries. While you do nothavetobeamember to visit alibrary, membershipdoesunlock a numberofbenefits, from borrowing readingmaterial to accessing digital resources. At the endoflast year,our total library membershipstood at just over 253000.Signing up is quick and easy –you just need your ID and proof of address.
Iinvite youtomakegood use of these wonderful facilities. Be assured that we will never stop investing in stockingCity librarieswith booksand equipment, and keeping themintiptop shape.
Geordin Hill-Lewis Cape Town Mayor
TheCity’swater meter replacement drive started in August 2025. By the end of June 2026, the teams will have replaced some 62 000 meters. Thebrass metersare often targeted fortheirscrap metal value, while their accuracy also declines over time. As part of the replacement project, watermeters arealso being moved to moreaccessiblelocationsoutside private propertiesfor easier reading
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TheCity means business: In April, theownersof35small businesses registeredasvendors on theCity’sdatabaseattended themunicipality’ssupplier developmentworkshop. The workshop equipped them to become suppliersofchoice in theirindustriesand grow theirventures. Topics covered included supply chainintegration, customer and market positioning, financialgrowth, and performance management.Participantswere selected and vetted viathe City’s Business Hub. Formoreabout theCity’senterprisedevelopment programmes, contactthe Business Hubonbusiness.support@ capetown.gov.zaor021 4174043. To registerfor free Business Hubcourses,gotohttps://www investcapetown.com/news-events/ business-events-in-cape-town/.
and maintenance. Additionally, new waterconnections arebeing installedfor individuallandbuyers planning development.
Wary?Not to worry– we’ll confirm
City-appointed contractor Gunning Construction and Civils is performing the work. Youwill receiveanofficial letter notifying you of yourmeter replacement.
Die Stad se mobiele toepassing laat inwoners nou toe om sekeresoorte oortredings en voorvalle wat polisiëring vereis metdie druk van’nknoppie aan te meld.Dié oortredings sluit in metaaldiefstal, drankgebruik in die openbaar, voertuiewat agtergelaat word probleemgeboue en stropery.Verdere aanmeldingskategorieë sal mettertyd beskikbaarkom.
Diemiljoenerandewat die Stad in sy bibliotekebelê, ontsluit ’n magdom moontlikhedevir inwoners ’n Stadsbiblioteek is veelmeer as ’n plek om ’nboek uitteneem: Dit is waar mense gratis internettoegang kry, waar hulle nawerksgeleenthedekan soek en daarvoor aansoekdoen, waar kinders aan skooltakekan werkenleerondersteuning kanontvang, envele meer.Die Stad het 102 bibliotekedeurdie hele metro, en
If no one is home when the contractor visits, anote withdetails of the next scheduled visit will be left
To confirm whether the workis legitimate, use your account number to check via WhatsApp (060 018 1505), SMS (31373, ≤160 characters) or email (water@capetown.gov.za). Alternatively, verifyonline (www.capetown.gov.za/ servicerequests) or withthe City’scall
lidmaatskap is gratis
Die eienaars van 35 kleinsakewat as verskaffers op die Stad se databasis geregistreer is,het in April die munisipaliteit se werksessie vir verskaffersontwikkeling bygewoon.Die sessiehet hulle toegerus om voorkeurverskaffers op hulle gebied te word en hulle ondernemings te laat groei. DieStadseprojekomverouderde watermeters te vervanghet in Augustus 2025 begin.Teen die einde van Junie is sowat 62 000 meters reeds vervang. Terselfdertyd word meters na toegankliker plekke buite privaat eiendommeverskuif sodat dit makliker gelees en in standgehou kanword. Swaar reën in Mei het Kaapstad se damvlakke tot72,8% opgestoot,wat heelwat meer is as die 62,9% wat op die ooreenstemmende tydstip verlede jaar aangeteken is.
centre (0860 103 089).
Smart’s separate
Thesemeterreplacements areseparate from the City’stransition to smart water metering technology, also knownas ‘advancedmetering infrastructure’ (AMI). Thesemeters arebeing rolled out in phasesinselected pilot areas, with some 83 000 going in by February 2029.
I-app yefowni yeSixekongokuivumela abahlali ukuba babhale iindidi ezithile zokwaphulwa komthetho kamasipala kunye neziganeko zamapolisa ngokucofanje kanye okanyekabini. Iingxelo zinokwenziwakwiindidi eziyi17 (kuqukaubusela bentsimbi zemethali,ukusela esidlangalaleni, izithuthi ezilahliweyookanye ezonakeleyo,izakhiwo eziyingxaki,nokuzingela ngokungekhomthethweni), nokunyeokuninzi okuza kulandela. Kutyalomali oluninzi esilwenza kumazikooluntu eSixeko, olunye oluthethalukhulu yimali esiyichitha kumathala eencwadi oluntu. Sinamathalaeencwadi ayi102 kuwo wonkeumasipalaombaxa, kwaye aphakathi kwezona ndawozibalulekileyozoluntu esizilawulayo. Ezizindawo ezingaphezululee kuneendawonje zokukhupha incwadi –kulapho abantu banokufumana khona ukufikelela simahla kwi-intanethi, benze uphando baze bafakeizicelo zemisebenzi,apho abantwana banokufunda khona kwaye basebenzise iinkqubozenkxaso yokufunda,
nokunye okuninzi KwekaTshaziimpuzi (Epreli), abanini bamashishini amancinci angama35 abhaliswe njengabathengisi kuvimbaweenkcukacha weSixeko baye bazimasa iwekhshophukamasipala engophuhliso lwababoneleli ngeenkonzo.Le wekhshophu yaye yabaxhobisa ukuba babe ngababoneleli abakhethekileyokumashishini abo kwayebakhulise amalinge abo Iphulo leSixekolokutshintsha imitha zamanzi liqale kweyeThupha (Agasti) 2025. Ekupheleni kweyeSilimela (Juni)2026, sizakubesitshintshe malunga neemitha eziyi62000. Iimitha zikwafuduselwa kwiindawo ezifikelelekangakumbi ngaphandlekweepropati zabucala ukuze zifundeke lula kwayezilungiswe. IimvulaezinkulukwekaCanzibe (Meyi) zonyuseumthamowamanzi kumadama aseKapa wayakutsho kwi72,8%, ngaphezu kwe62,9% eyarekhodwa kwangelixesha linye kunyakaophelileyo
After its sod-turning ceremony in March, the Elsies River infill housing project is on the go Located acrosssix sites, the project will provide state-subsidised Breaking New Ground (BNG) housingfor 724 beneficiaries and their families. In phase 1, atotal of 44 top structureunits will be delivered in Florida, Ravensmead, withthe remaining 680 following inphase 2inEureka, Connaught and Adriaanse.
Sadly,the civil services portion of the project has been affected by constant gang battles in the Adriaanse area.While not directed at the contractor,the violence creates an unsafe working environment for the project team. Thecontractor is providing its own security on site, and the City has also deployed officers and vehicles to thearea
Protect your projects
Do notallow criminals to delay projects and takehousing opportunities from those who need themmost. Report suspicious behaviour to the City’sPublic Emergency Communication Centreon021 480 7700. Youmay remain anonymous.
Squareand fair: Outlines for construction work on oneofthe sites for theElsiesRiver infillhousing project.The projectwilleventually be home to over 700qualifying beneficiaries,all selected and assessedfairlyaccording to the City’s establishedprocedure
No queue-jumping
Qualifying beneficiaries for allCity housing projects areobjectively assessed in terms of the Housing Needs Register and the City’sHousing AllocationPolicy as partofa fair and independent process.
Ná die sooispitseremonie van die Elsiesrivier-tussenbouprojekinMaart is werk nougoedaan die gang. Die projek is op ses verskillende terreine geleë en sal staatsgesubsidieerde behuising voorsien aan 724 begunstigdesenhulle gesinne. In fase 1sal 44 topstruktuureenhede gelewer word.
’n Groot privaatsektoropknapping van die atletiekenfietsrystadion in Bellville is aan die kom. Die burgemeesterskomitee het aanbeveeldat diefasiliteit endie omliggende gebied ontwikkelworddeurdie tenderaaraan wie die tender in 2009 toegeken is Die aanbeveling wag nou op finale goedkeuringvan die Raad. Die doel is om die terrein van 11,47 ha in ’n toonaangewende sport- en ekonomiesesentrum te omskep
Om die InternasionaleDag vir Biologiese Diversiteit in Mei te vier, het die Stad die Tafelbergkabelspoormaatskappy se opvoedkundige programClass in the Clouds ondersteun. Laerskoolleerders vanLanga, Bonteheuwel enAthloneisteen diebergopommeer oor die wêreldbekendebiodiversiteitvan onsstadteleer ’n Hoogtepunt vandie Stad se Jobs Connect-platform in April was ’n inligtingsessie oorloopbane op die terrein van inligting- en kommunikasietegnologie (IKT)vir 50 dogters in graad 11 en 12 vanHoërskool Elsiesrivier.Die leerders het waardevolle advies ontvang oordie verskillendewerksmoontlikhede op dié gebied.
to 18 000 spectators,acompetitioncompliantathletics surface, spectator facilities,and supportfor schools, clubs andcommunity athleticsprogrammes. Thelease will be foraninitial 50 years, with aconditionaloptiontorenew forafurther 10 years. Thetransaction conditions includecontinued public access andpublicownership of thetrack andvelodrome
Cyclingrehomed
Retainingthe existing cyclingtrack as part of theredevelopment is not sustainable.However, recognisingthe historical importance of thefacility forthe cyclingcommunity,the City is prioritising theupgrade of Vygieskraal stadiumasa centralhub forcycling.This followsacitywidefeasibility studyto assess demand forcycling facilities and determinehow to meet this demand in a sustainable way.
learn about ICTjobs assessments, as well as work visa and relocation support. Theplatform immediately proceeded to advertise furtheropportunities for those willing to relocate to Germany,this time aimedatqualifiedmechatronics technicians or engineers.Applications closedon1 June.
Real help, realoutcomes
Between July 2023 and April 2026, Jobs Connect helped12914 people secure employment and 2376 accesseducation opportunities. Over 900 Cape Townbased opportunitiesare currently advertisedonthe platform, spanning various industriesand experience levels.Registration, assessmentand job applications arefreeofcharge, and data costs associated with the platform are zerofor MTNand Vodacom customers. Candidatesselected for interviews are notifiedvia SMS or WhatsApp
Emva komsithowokuphethulwakwesoyi kweyoKwindla (Matshi), iprojekthi yokongezelelwa kwezindlu e-Elsies River isendleleni. Ibekwe kwiziza ezithandathu, leprojekthi iza kubonelelangezindlu ezixhaswa ngemali ngurhulumentezeBreakingNew Ground (BNG) kubaxhamli abayi724 kunye neentsapho zabo Kwinqanabaloku1, kuya kunikezelwa ngeeyunithi eziyi44 eziphezulu zezindlu Uphuculoolukhulu lwecandelolabucala kwiibala leembaleki laseBellville kunye nendawo yomzila womdyarho webhayisekile luyeza. Nanjengoko kwenziwe isiphakamiso yiKomiti yeSigqeba sikaSodolophu kwaye ngokusilinde imvume yokugqibela yeBhunga, eli bala kunyenendawozayo liyakuphuhliswa ngumnikimaxabiso owafumana ithendango2009. Injongokukuguqula isiza esiziihektare eziyi11,47sibeyindawo enkulu yezemidlalonoqoqosho
Ukuphawulausuku lehlabathi leBiological Diversity ngoMeyi,iSixeko sixhase kwinkquboyemfundo yeClass in the Clouds yeTable Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC). Abafundibezikolo zamabanga aphantsi abasuka kwaLanga, eBonteheuwel naseAthlone baye babona incopho yeNtaba yeTafile kwaye bafunda malunganeentlobontlobo zezityalo nezilwanyana ezaziwayo kwihlabathi zesixeko sethu. Eyona ntoeyathi yabalasela kwiqonga leSixeko leJobs Connect kwekaTshaziimpuzi (Epreli) yaba kukusindlekwa komsitho wosukulwehlabathi weGirls in ICTkumantombazanaayi50 enza uGreyidi 11 no12 asuka e-Elsies RiverHigh. La mantombazana afumana isikhokelongokumalunga nekhondo lemisebenzi kwiInformationand Communication Technology(ICT).
Special shows for our smallest citizens: In April, the City’s Library and InformationServicespartnered with Cape Town Operatohosteight interactivetheatre experiencesfor preschoolers,their parentsand caregivers. TheeventsatGugulethu, Bellville, Milnerton, Retreatand SeaPoint librariesattracted more than 360people.
At the end of May,70locals from Langa completed an eight-week training programme as part of ‘Langa Together’, acommunity disaster risk reduction pilot spearheaded by NGO Community Risk Management (CRM) and the City’sDisaster Risk Management Centre
Thetraining equipped the groupwith critical skills such as emergency first aid, early warning systems, disasterrisk assessment, fireprevention and safety,and disaster preparedness. They will now be deployed as community risk management marshals in high-risk informal settlements in the area,focusing on Zone 31, Zone 32, Joe Slovo,Intersite, Siyahlala, SpecialQuarters, and New Look.
Logic behind Langa Langa was selected for the pilot because of its fireand flood risk profile, its existing community structures such as the Langa Advice Forum, and previous collaborations with the Disaster Risk Management Centre. The marshals areall volunteersidentified by community leadersand CRM. To qualify,candidates had to be Langa residents, be 18 or older,and havea clean criminal record.
Die Stad het in April sy eerste slim watermeters begin installeer,onder andereinBellville. Die meters, watook as ‘gevorderde meterinfrastruktuur’(AMI) bekend is, sal lekkasies vroeër kanopspoor,meer akkurate rekeninge verseker, en algehele stelseldoeltreffendheid verhoog. Sowat R1,1 miljardisvir hierdie eerste fase opsygesit, waartydens meer as 80 000 meganiese meters vervang sal word.
Die Stad se biblioteek-eninligtingsdienste het in April met Kaapstad Operasaamgewerk om agt interaktiewe teaterervarings vir voorskoolse kinders, hulle ouers en versorgers aan te bied. Meer as 360 mense het die vertonings by die bibliotekeinGugulethu, Bellville, Milnerton, RetreatenSeepunt bygewoon.
Installationofthe City’s first smart watermeterskickedoff in April, withBellville beingone of thefirst areas to benefit.The meters,alsocalled ‘advancedmeteringinfrastructure’ (AMI), will supportearly leak detection, billing accuracyand overall system efficiency.
SomeR1,1billion is earmarkedfor thisfirstphase of theAMI roll-out,which will seeover80000 mechanical meters replaced.The long-termproject aims eventually to upgrade680 000 meters across town
Called ‘smart’for areason
Thedigital meters automatically record andtransmitwater usagedata, eliminatingthe need formanualreadings andreducingthe risk of humanerror
Customerswillhaveaccesstodetailed
Pleasedto‘meter’ you: Introducing thenew smartwater meter(left), pictured here alongsidethe old-school, mechanical meterthatisbowingout
dailyconsumption data andwillreceive alerts aboutwater leaksorunusual usage patternsvia theCity’sapp
Vandalsand thieveswillbe disappointed to hear that themeters
includeanti-tamperingfeatures, contain no materialswithscrap value, and candetectand issuewarningsabout movement or interference.The devicesare designed to last up to 15 years.
TheCity spent over R2,2 million on high-mastlight maintenance in Bishop Lavis in 2025/26. This complex infrastructure, which comprises40m mastpolesand heavy ring assemblies with at least six LED fittings, requires specialisedequipment suchas cranes for repairs and maintenance. As the area is supplied by Eskom, coordination on certain service connections is required, which can affect response times
To discourage theft andvandalism, which remains rife,the City is getting rid of copper,and is installing equipmentwith low to no streetvalue instead.Anti-vandalism tech is also being consideredfor roll-out in the area. Moreover,the City maintains asafety and security presence in the area
Protect your power
Although the police remains thelead authority in crime prevention,you canhelpprotect power installations
in your area by reporting suspicious behaviour to the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre on 021 480 7700. Reportillegal scrapyards to the Metal TheftUnit on
0800 222 771(toll free, 24/7). Report streetlightand electricity faults to the City’s call centreon0860 103 089, by SMSto31220,orWhatsApp to 060018 1505.
Keep calm and weld: TheCityremains committedtomaintaining andrepairing electricityinfrastructureinBishopLavis andother vandalism-proneareas
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All-hours tel 0800 222771
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Sewentig inwoners van Langahet aandie einde van Mei ’n agt wekelange opleidingsprogram voltooi as deel van ‘Langa Together’,’n eksperimentele ramprisikoverminderingsprojek op gemeenskapsvlak.Hulle is onder andere innoodhulp,vroeëwaarskuwingstelsels, ramprisikobeoordeling, brandvoorkomingen -veiligheid sowel as rampgereedheid opgelei.
Die Stad het R2,2 miljoen bestee aan die instandhoudingvan hoëmasligteinBishop Lavis. Hierdie infrastruktuur,wat 40 mhoogstaan, vereis gespesialiseerde toerustingvir hersteleninstandhoudingswerk.
Athlone-biblioteek is weer oop nadat twee inbrakená mekaar aansienlikeskade aangerig endienste onderbreek het.
Ukufakwelwa kweemitha zokuqalazamanzi eziphuculiweyo zeSixekokuqalise kwekaTshaziimpuzi.IBellville ibe yenye yeendawo zokuqalaukuxhamla koku.Iimitha,ezibizwangokuba ‘yi-advanced metering infrastructure’ (AMI), ziya kuxhasa ukubonwa kokuvuza kwamanzikwangethuba,ukuchaneka kwamatyala kunye nokusebenza kakuhle kwenkqubo iyonke. I-R1,1 yebhiliyoni ibekelwe esi sigabasokuqalaesiya kuthi sitshintshe iimithazoomatshiniezingaphezulu kwe80 000. KwekaTshaziimpuzi (Epreli),icandeloleThala leeNcwadi kunyeneeNkonzo zoLwazi leSixeko libambisene neCape Town Operaliza kusingatha amavaasibhozo emidlalo yeqonga kubantwanaabangekaqaliesikolweni, abazali babokunye nabo babanonophelayo.Imisitho eyenziwe kumathalaeencwadi eGugulethu, Bellville,Milnerton,RetreatnaseSea Pointitsale abantu abangaphezu kwe360.
How theroll-outworks
If yourmeter is scheduledfor replacement you will be notifiedinadvance viaemail andSMS,assumingthatthe City has yourupdated contactdetails on record Emails will be sent to theaddress used formunicipal billing.The City covers all installation costs.
Authorised representativesfromthe appointedcontractor, PPDEngineering, will carryIDcards andhaveclearly marked vehicles.Expectbrief,intermittentwater supply interruptionsduringinstallation. To verify thelegitimacyofcontractorand City staff, contactthe City’s call centre on 0860 103089.You may also requestthe serviceorder number to cross-check.
*For more information,visit https://bit. ly/47flK3norviewanAMI videoathttps:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwyAMrnIGB0
Athlone library is operational again following two consecutiveburglaries that temporarily disrupted services. Theburglars caused significant damage to the roof and stole network and electricalcables as well as waterpipes
While repairs werebeing carried out, the City usedthe opportunity also to install strongerWi-Fito improvethe userexperiencefor SmartCape users. SmartCape computers arenow available in both the children’s and adult areas.
Bringing themtobook
TheCity strongly condemns acts of burglary and vandalism targeting public facilities. Anyone with information is urged to call the tip-offline on 0800 110077, anonymously if youprefer.Credible information will be actedonto ensurethat those who not only damage infrastructure, but disrupt residents’ accesstoessential servicesare caught.
EkuphelenikwekaCanzibe (Meyi),abantubasekuhlaleni abangama70bakwaLanga bagqibe inkqubo yoqeqesho lweeveki ezisibhozo njengenxalenye ye‘Langa Together’, elilinge lokunciphisa iintlekele ekuhlaleni.Uqeqesho lubandakanya izakhono ezibalulekileyo ezifananoncedo lokuqala olungxamisekileyo,iinkqubo zokulumkisa kwangethuba, uvavanyo lomngcipheko weentlekele, ukuthintela imililokunye nokhuseleko, kunye nokulungiselelwa kweentlekele ISixekosichithe ngaphezulukweR2,2 yezigidi zeerandi ekulungiseni izibaneezikumgangatho ophezulu eBishopLavis. Ezizisekozezibonelelo,esibandakanya iipalizombane eziyi40m kunyeneendibanozeengcingoezinzima ezingafakelwa izibane zeLEDezintandathu ubuncinci,zifunaizixhobo ezikhethekileyo zolungiso nonophelo Ithala leencwadi laseAthlone liyasebenza kulandela ukuqhekezwa kabini okulandelelanayo okubangele umonakalo omkhulukunye nokuphazamiseka kweenkonzo.
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The Carel du Toit Centre,a specialised centre that helps childrenwho are deaf learn to listenand speak, is proud to announce that four ofits therapistsrepresented thecentre and South Africa at the prestigious AG Bell Global Listeningand SpokenLanguage Symposium 2026.
The event was held from Thursday4 June to Saturday 6June in Washington DC, USA.
ABOUTTHESYMPOSIUM
The team shared their expertisewith an international audience of hearing healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing listening and spoken language outcomes for children withhearing loss Their presentations addressed arange of importanttopics, including:
. Supportingequitable paediatric hearing care throughout Africa;
. Reading between the linestouncover hidden clinical insights during the hearing test process;
. Strengthening listening foundations through sensory-informed approaches;
. Engaging policymakers through the power of speechand advocacy.
. Highlighting the work being undertaken in South Africa in theListening and SpokenLanguage sector.
“We are grateful for experiences like these, which allow us to learn, share insights and build stronger connections with our international colleagues,” says Sarah Lange, head of audiology atCarel du Toit Centre
JenniBester,speech therapist
Thevoter registration weekend for the 2026 Local Government Elections began on astrong note, with early signs showing that young people make up the largest group of thosesigning up to vote.
By Saturday morning, close to 100% of the country's 23 706 voting stations were confirmed open and running. Thehandful of stations that didnot open on time were held up by community protests.
TheElectoral Commission praised its 48 212 electoral officials for ensuring the process started smoothly and that voters werewell looked after at voting stations.
TheCarel du Toit Centre is aspecialised early interventioncentre in Cape Town thatsupports childrenwho are deaf or withhearinglossand their families through listeningand spoken language programmes. Through amultidisciplinary team of audiologists, speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, educators and family support professionals, the centre provides comprehensive services that empower childrenwith hearing lossto
thrive at home, in school and within their communities.
HELPCHANGEMORELIVES
The Carel du Toit Trust that is the fundraising arm of the centre relies on thegenerosity of donors, partners and supporters to continue providing lifechanging services to children with hearing loss andtheir families.
Donations help fund earlyintervention programmes, therapy services, family support initiatives andaccess to specialised resources for children who would otherwise notbeabletoreceive the carethey need.
. To supportthe centre’s work andhelpmore children learntolisten,speak andsucceed visit www.careldutoit.co.za
By midday, over 330 000 voter registration applications had been processed. Just over 300 000 of thesewere handled in person at voting stations, while 30 000 were submitted through the online platform, with young people werethe biggest group of applicants.
TheCommission's contact centrealso assisted 640 voterswithdirect queries, and handled 221 interactions through social media.
Voting stations remained open until17:00 on Saturday and on Sunday till 18:00.
Theonline portal will stay open until midnight on the day the elections are officially proclaimed by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, after which registration and updates will close.
Registered voters can also verify their details online at elections.org.za, by calling the IEC's contact centre on 0800 11 8000, or by sending theirIDnumber via SMSto 32810.
Aproof of address is not necessary.
On 16 June 1976 twelve-year-old Hector Pieterson was shot by apartheid policeon the streets of OrlandoWest, Soweto Sam Nzima’s photograph captured what followed: Hector’s body cradled in the arms of Mbuyisa Makhubo,his sister Antoinette Sitholerunning alongside,her mouth open in ascream that hasnever really stopped. Approximately 566 learners were killed.
Not yet old enough to vote, to own property,tomove freely through the country of their birth. But they understood, with extraordinary clarity, that the system shaping their lives was wrong, and that silence wasnolongera form of survival.
Politics were not foreign in myhome Igrew up sitting at my grandmother’s feet, listening to her describeanera Ihad notlived but somehow already felt. She sang the struggle songs and Iwould chant along, understanding the weight. History was not handed to me in aclassroom. Icarried that into journalism, arriving at university,doing ashort course, freelancing for acommunity newspaper, reading news for acommunity radio station when Fees Must Fall arrived at its peak. Idocumented and interviewed student activists the same age asthe children of 1976. Many wereborn-free.
None felt it.
This Youth Day,watching Netflix’s documentary The Trials of Winnie Mandela, which aired in April, Ifound myself pulled back into that conversation Born-freecarries both promise and paradox. We were supposedtobe the dividend of sacrifice made flesh. Instead, many of us inherited the debt of unfinished business.
Stats SA’s Q1 2026 Quarterly Labour ForceSurvey records youth unemployment among SouthAfricans aged 15 to 24 at 60,9%.Among thoseaged 15 to 34, it is 45,8%.
Not projections. Adescription of now. The documentary streams into over 190 countries on an American platform.South Africanmemory now reaches subscribers who have never heard of Brandfort. Who tells the story and forwhom isnot separate from thestory.
But beneaththe production, publisher Palesa Morodu raises the question threading the series: how do we hold politicalfigures accountable while acknowledging the violence and pressure of the systems they operatedwithin?
Onemoment stopped me.
Winnie recalls telling Tata Nelson Mandela during the transition: “I begged tata and told him thisisadummy freedom we are giving to thepeople.In20years’ time, the same memorandumwecarried to theapartheid governmentwill be carried to us.”
The students of 1976also carried a memorandum. Shot at for demanding dignity in their own language, their own schools, their own country.
Halfacentury later,youngSouth Africans arestill marching. Stillwriting memorandums. Still being told to wait. What happens to thewarnings carried by the young? Whathappens to women who refuse to be softened?
And what does it say about our democracy if it still struggles to answer the children who marched into bullets, asking simply to be free?
-NAMHLAMONAKALI
As South Africans, we recentlycommemorated Youth Day, apublicholidaythathonours the braveryand sacrificeofthe youngpeoplewho stood up against injustice during the Soweto uprisingof16June1976. Whileitisencouragingtosee schools, communities and organisationshosting Youth Dayevents, Ioften wonderhow many of today's youngpeopletrulyunderstand the significance of this day. Formany, it has becomejust another holiday, aday off from school or work, rather than amoment to reflect on the courage of theyouth who fought forthe freedoms we enjoy today. Theyoung peopleof1976risked their livesto challengeanunfair system. Manypaid theultimate price.Theymarched not forpersonal gain, but forthe future of generations theywouldnever meet.Their actions helped shape the democratic South Africawe
live in today.
Unfortunately, as the years pass, thesestories seem to be fading from public memory. Whilehistoryis taught in schools, it is importantthatparents, educators andcommunityleaders continue to share these experiences with youngergenerations. If we fail to do so,the true meaningofYouth Daymay be lost
Our youth face differentchallenges today, including unemployment,crime,substance abuse andsocial pressures. Understandingthe struggles andsacrifices of those who came before them caninspireresilience, responsibilityand activecitizenship Youth Dayshouldbemorethanacelebration.It should be areminder of where we come from,what wassacrificed, andthe role youngpeoplestillhavein shaping SouthAfrica's future.
PETERJACOBS, Bellville
Ithought the worldhad gone mad whenadeadman wonthe municipal election in Westridge, Mitchells Plain—byalandslide!
It was1999 andthe country’ssecondevermunicipal electionhad just concluded
Istood in amazementand stared at the resultsand wondered howthe sane,rational andintelligent voters of thatareacould knowinglygotothe pollsand elect someone from beyond thegrave?The answerwas simple. People knewthathehad died, but theywent to the polls and searched forthe partyherepresented and votedfor that. He wonbydefault. Thefactthat therewerebetter, morequalified andlivingcandidates alongside the dead man on the ballot —most of whom stoodasindependent candidateswith no political affiliations —made no matter. Voters didn’t look or care whowereinthe picturesbeside the party logo wheretheymade their cross.
Fora municipal election, this is acryingshame.Party politics shouldhavenoswayinwardelections. The peoplewho take to the podiums —whichlatelywecall social media— andmakeimpassioned, tear-jerking speeches about broad-sweepingissues and policies, don’t know—orcare— about whatishappening in your street,inyour suburb,onyour block. Those glossy and well-spoken politicians representthe most public face of the partyand useevery opportunityto point manicured fingers at their opposition and say: “Doyou seeeverything theyare doing wrong?”, while forgetting about thethree manicured fingers pointing back at them. Their job is to look pretty and make peopleliketheir partysothattheycan win seatsin parliament.Down-on-thegroundpolitics is only worth
their attention whentheyneed to reel in votes.
PerhapsIsoundcynical but it is acynicism rooted in experience. And hereisthatexperience: twomunicipal elections ago, amember of my church told me during aparishsocial that he hadbeen approached by a well-known andpopular political partyasa possible candidate forthe upcoming municipal elections. He wasrather flattered by the invitation.
Ilooked at himwith raised eyebrows— though only inwardly.Hewas ahandsomeguy and, at that time,quiteyoung. He hadafairlydecent education though it didn’t always show. He wasoutspokenand somewhatdynamic. He wouldhavemade agood politician, hadhehad anypolitical motivations, vocations towardspublicserviceorcommunityexperienceofany sort —but he didnot
Whyhad this partyconsidered him?Theywent with someone else in theend butthe officialcandidatewas almost acarbon copy of this guy. Also,why wasthe partydoingthe seekingand notthe candidate? Surely it should be the other wayaround?
Butparties yousee hadcottoned on to what voters were doing —perhapsthey’dbeen clued in when the dead candidate waselected. And, what peopleare doing is voting forparties andnot forthe qualified peoplewho candothe job.So, in light of this, it made sensethattheywouldapproach reasonablywell-lookingand moderatelyintelligent beings to standfor them in wards, wheretheycouldamasssmall pockets of power. That wayifthe voterdoes by anychance glance acrosstothe picture beside the partylogo, they might like whattheysee GLENDA, Portland
Therecent TygerBurger articles, “Desalination plant drawsfire”and “Moreissues with planned desalination plant”,havehighlighted growing public concern about the City’sproposeddesalination plantatPaarden Eiland. Theissue is notwhether desalination is necessary.Mostresidents of the WesternCape fullysupport major desalination projects as part of along-term strategytosecurethe province’swater future. The real question is whether Paarden Eilandisthe right location forsuch asignificantinvestment Supporterspointtothe site’sproximitytoseawater, relativelyprotected shoreline,and reduced exposureto severe oceanconditions. However, theseadvantages areoutweighed by seriousconcerns.
Paarden Eilandislocated in aheavilyindustrialised andcongested area,with seawater qualitypotentially affected by shipping activity, industrial operations, anddischargefromthe BlackRiver.The siteoffers limitedopportunities forintegratinglarge-scale solar andwind energy,which couldsignificantlyreducethe high operatingcosts associatedwith desalination. In addition,thereislittlescope forfutureexpansion andnonearbybulk storageinfrastructurecapableof supportingastrategic waterreserve Thepublic supports desalination but notspending billionsa project in the wrongplace BENGROENEWALD,Plattekloof
Ihavebeen saddened to read recent articlesoverthe past weeksconcerning dog rescue centreinMelkbos, TableViewand Milnertonareas under threatofclosure. Theworstbeing the raid by the SPCAinDunoon Animal welfarewas considered apriorityin1895before childwelfareand the concept spreadthroughout the world. In life thereare the ‘do-gooders’ andtheir ‘supporters’ but we seethatthose who arepreparedto giveare dwindling in numbers.
As aresult, theserescue centres andothersare all under pressureincontinuing their missionofsaving dogsand cats lives. Some of them, whereconditions have gotsobad shouldbeclosedand have become unhealthyfor the animals. They can’t be expectedtofind, houseand feed everyone.Itistimethatthe provincial or the municipal budget some kind of financialsupport.The ‘do-gooders’ areunder mental stress, financialstress andtheir ownliving expenses arereduced.
Mr Winde andHill-Lewis,I imploreyou to make an annual discretionfund donation ntotheseNPOs just as youhavetothe newstreet shelterbeforeanimals willberoaming the streets without food andshelter. JON,TableView
The Table MountainAerial CablewayCompany (TMACC) will temporarily suspend operations at the iconic Table Mountain foran annual maintenanceperiod, from Monday27 July to Sunday 9August
The two-week shutdown formspartof the company's longstanding commitment to safety, reliability and world-class operational standards.
TMACC said in astatement the closure will allow its skilled technical teamto carry out acomprehensive programme of scheduled inspections, mechanical
Bandit spent two years at the Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter in Khayelitsha, waiting for afamily to choose him.Now this rescue doghas found hisforever home and ameaningful new role, bringing comfort and companionshiptoadults experiencing homelessness.
Banditarrived at the shelter asa tiny puppy alongsidehis motherand siblings after their owners were no longer able to care for them financially.While his siblings and even his mother were quickly adopted, Bandit remained at theshelter, waiting patiently for hischance at ahappy ending
That opportunity came when the Night Shelter in Somerset West approached Mdzananda in search of anew therapy pet. Theshelter hadpreviously caredfor two belovedresident dogs who had both passed away due to old age, and hoped to find a new companion to bring joyand emotional support to the adults living there.
Mdzananda staff accompanied Bandit on ameet-and-greet visit to the shelter. Although initiallywary of his new surroundings, Bandit soon began exploring, greeting residents, and making new friends.
“He soon snuggled up withsomeone, laydown, and made himself at home,” says Marcelle du Plessis, spokesperson for Mdzananda. Bandit now enjoysall the comfortsofhome, includingtwo beds of his own, plenty of toys,nutritiousfood andtreats,and most importantly,endless affection fromthe adults at the shelter He spends his days playing, cuddling, and offering companionshipto residents.
Those interested in adopting, fostering, or arranging ameet-and-greet with an animal can contact Mdzananda’s adoptions manager, Chantel, at adoptions@ mdzananda.co.za or 060 709 2694.
Prospectiveadopters can also attend one of Mdzananda’s weekly adoption days: . Saturdays at Petworld Cape Gate, Brackenfell . Saturdays and Sundays at Petworld Somerset West
All adoptiondays take place from 10:00 to 14:00 . Visit www.mdzananda.co.zaoremail info@ mdzananda.co.za
upgrades, andessentialmaintenancework on therotary cablecar system.
This annual process is acritical componentonthe company's operational calendar, ensuring that all equipment, infrastructure, and safety systemsare thoroughly assessed andserviced before a
busy summerseason later in the year
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, which first opened in 1929, remains one of South Africa's most visited tourist attractions, welcomingthousands of local and international visitors annually.
The rotary cablecars,which offer 360-degreeviews during the ascent and descent, are subjecttorigorous international safety protocols making annual maintenancenot only routine but essential.
TMACC said alternative ways to experience Table Mountain,including
several well-maintained hiking trails,will remain accessible to the publicthroughout the maintenance period, weather permitting.
For those celebrating birthdays in July or August, the TMACC has confirmed that the timing of the closure will stillallow sufficient time within both months to redeem acomplimentary birthday return ticket.
Visitors are advised to check the official website for terms and conditions relating to the birthday ticket offer.
. Book ticketsinadvance throughthe official
TableMountain Aerial Cableway websiteto secure your spot
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RICHARD.ROBERTS@NOVUSMEDIA.CO.ZA
The Parow Library recently bid farewell to one of their much-beloved librarians. Mark Sinclair, Children’s Librarian, retiredthis year after serving his community for more than three decades.
Afarewell was held for him aweek ago after serving 32 yearsinlibraries
At hisfarewell Jacinta Avontuur, Principal Librarian, described Markas humble.
“He was the same every day and had lots of patience, which made him so good with children. Despitehis disability,Mark showed up everyday and was always willing to assist his colleagues with their everyday tasks. He was also very creative and loved making posters andusing polystyrene
“Hewill be missed by all his colleagues, especiallythe staffthat worked with him in the children’s section,” said Avontuur
Sinclair started volunteering at Leonsdale Library in 1987 after school while he was in Standard 7(Grade 9) After completing matric in 1991, financial constraintsprevented him from pursuing further studies. Despitethis challenge, he continued volunteering at the library.
“During this period, due to mydisability, my orthopedic doctor referred meto the Disabled Centre in Athlone, where Iwas empowered with valuable skills in computer literacy, administration, and clerical duties. These skills played an important role in my personal and professional development.
“In 1993, Ibegan working as arelief worker at Leonsdale Librarywhile continuing my training at the Disabled
Centre. In 1994, Isaw an advertisement in the newspaper for aLibrary Cleaner positionatBishop Lavis Library, which at that time fell under Communicare. Iapplied for theposition andwas successful. Laterthatsame year, Iwas promotedtothe position of Library Assistant. Iproudly served at Bishop Lavis Library for 22 years as aLibrary Assistant. While working there, Ipursued mystudies throughthe Universityofthe Western Cape, beginning in 2010. Through dedication and perseverance, Icompleted my Bachelor of Library andInformation Science degreeinApril 2016 andgraduated shortly thereafter,” he said in his farewell speech.
Following hisgraduation, he applied for theposition of Children’s Librarian at ParowLibrary andcommenced hisduties in July 2016.
“I served in this role until April this year, when Ileft the Library Service due tomedicalreasons.”
He added: “AsI reflectonmyjourney, Iam filled with gratitude for the opportunities, support, andfriendships I have experienced throughout my years in the Library Service. From Leonsdale Library, where it all began, to Bishop LavisLibrary, where Ispent most of my career, and finally Parow Library, where Iserved as Children’s Librarian, each chapter hasbeen ablessing,” he said. He thanked the Library and Information Services Department, andhis colleagues who supported himthroughout hiscareer.
“Your kindness, encouragement, and friendship made my journey both meaningfuland enjoyable.”
AFONDFAREWELL
The library sharedphotos of his farewell online, saying that he leaves behind a remarkable legacyofservice, kindness, and commitmenttofostering alove of readingamonggenerations of children and families.
“He touched countless lives through his passion for books, storytelling, and community engagement. While we are sad to see him go, we wish Mark every happiness and success in thisexciting new chapter of his life. May his retirement be filled with good health, relaxation, new adventures, and plenty of time to enjoy the things he loves,” the library wrote.
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Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Eric Tinkler has praised young defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi for his standout performance, while criticising South Africa’s cautious approach in their1-1 draw against Czechia at the FIFA World Cup recently.
Theresult leaves Bafana Bafana needing apositive result in theirupcoming must-win clash against SouthKorea, and Tinkler believes they missed akey opportunity to secure all three points.
The20-year-old Mbokazi was one of the bright sparksfor SouthAfrica, earning strong approval from the former international, who said the defender showed maturity beyond his years in a high-pressure encounter.
However, Tinkler felt the team as a whole failed to capitalise on key moments, particularly after theirequaliser.
“It cannot always be the coach. Players need to take responsibilityand adapt at thislevel,”said Tinkler. “At times, they approached the game like fans. When we equalised, Czechia were unsettled, but instead of pushing, it looked like the players were content with the draw.”
Looking ahead to the decisive fixture against SouthKorea, Tinkler stressed the need for discipline and efficiency rather than flair.
“They are avery good team, hardrunning, and we must be switched on from the first minute,” he said. “We don’t need pretty football; sometimes you play ugly and win. Against Korea, all we need is a convincing win and see where that takes us.”
Despite the criticism, Mbokazi’s performance stood out as apositive sign for the future.
