Freda Dodd,district chair for Childhood Cancer and member of the Table View Lions Club,visited the Pediatric Oncology Ward at Tygerberg Hospital During the visit,Elize Kruis kindly donated gift bags for the children and Morsbags for the mothers,while Freda contributed sanitary towels Pictured from left are Lynette Muthuray (CHOC Regional Manager),Sr De Beer (Oncology Sister with 38 years of service),Busi Maxinyana (Ward Social Worker,CHOC),and Dr Uys (Pediatric Oncology).
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Ayoung learner from Tygerberg High School and three others are preparing to travel to the Netherlands in Europe later this year, where they will be taking part in the International Netherlands Hockey Tour Natalie February, the mother of
young Ashwin February, a Grade 11 learner and hockey player, says the family is currently busy raising much needed funds for the trip The competition takes place from Sunday 5 October to Tuesday 14 October
Natalie says Ashwin and fellow high school learners Jesse da Costa, Isaiah Swarts and Gabriella Gaffley, were selected to represent the Belcotex Sport Invitation Hockey Team for the upcoming tour
The tour is organised by Aspire Sports Travel (AST), a tour agency based in Pretoria As part of the AST programme, this tour also offers players the chance to be scouted by Netherlands Hockey Clubs, providing a significant opportunity to play hockey abroad after high school
Entrepreneurs are invited to a five-day Small Business Academy workshop from Monday 6 October to Friday 10 October at the Stellenbosch Business School's Small Business Academy (SBA) at their Bellpark campus in Bellville Interested people must reply by Saturday 30 August
The workshop will give entrepreneurs practical skills and advice on how to use technology in ways that save time, improve efficiency, and reach new customers Prof Renato Pereira will facilitate the programme He is the Associate Dean for Internationalisation and Research, and Professor of General Management at ISCTE Business School in Lisbon, Portugal
With extensive experience in leadership development and community-based business support, he has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through SBA programmes He is a regular speaker on enterprise development and the role of small businesses in building stronger, more inclusive economies
The workshop is for small business owners wanting to expand, managers or directors in SMEs, or corporate social investment (CSI) managers supporting enterprise development projects
The cost for the workshop is R4 990 and includes workshop materials, welcome packs, breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily “Our aim is for participants to walk away with ideas they can use immediately,” adds Prof Armand Bam, Head of the Small Business Academy Development Programme at Stellenbosch Business School
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The City of Cape Town has confirmed that its specialised Diala-Ride transport service will be realigned from Monday 8 September to focus primarily on transporting persons with severe mobility impairments to and from work The shift, according to Rob Quintas, Mayco member for urban mobility, is a necessary response to an unsustainable financial model and an opportunity to expand access through broader, long-term transport investment
In a statement Quintas explained the reasoning behind the change, citing spiralling operational costs and increasing demand that far exceeds the service’s original design “We agree that mobility is key to independence, dignity and participation in society,” said Quintas “(But) the reality is that we cannot sustain an ever-expanding demand ”
The current cost per Dial-a-Ride trip averages R737, with users contributing only R22 The City subsidises each trip by approximately R515, while the Western Cape Government covers the remaining R200 This amounts to a monthly cost of roughly R31 000 to transport a single user who travels 21 days per month equating to over R370 000 per user annually “The financial model is unsustainable The service is currently running at a deficit of nearly R1 million per month," Quintas said "We have explored multiple options in trying to secure funding from other sources, but without assistance from National Government, the City has no alternative but to align the service with the available funding ”
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The average monthly cost to transport a single user who travels 21 days per month.
a temporary support mechanism for working individuals with severe mobility impairments, intended to fill the gap until public transport systems became fully accessible Over time, demand expanded beyond the initial scope, including trips for education, healthcare, and social participation creating pressure on limited resources
Quintas clarified that while the City values these needs, it must prioritise livelihoods within constrained budgets
“This decision does not mean we undervalue trips for education, healthcare, or social participation,” he said “(But) within limited budgets, we must prioritise
livelihoods while building the broader system of universal access " Approximately 260 active users will be affected by the service’s return to its original mandate
In May, Council adopted the Universal Access Policy for Accessible Transport, which commits the City to developing a transport network where all people regardless of ability can move safely and independently The MyCiTi bus service already meets accessibility standards, and the upcoming Phase 2A will extend inclusive access to communities in Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain In parallel, the City is upgrading sidewalks and pedestrian crossings citywide to support children, the elderly, cyclists, and persons using mobility aids Quintas called on national government, employers, and civil society to play their part
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Die burgerregte-organisasie AfriForum het n aansoek in die WesKaapse-hooggeregshof gebring om duidelikheid te kry oor die wettigheid van die Stad Kaapstad se nuwe tarief
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No arrests had yet been made for the murder on Friday (22 August) of a 3-month-old baby in Bonteheuwel
However, one of the suspects sought by police in connection with the murder had been arrested at least twice before on weapons charges
Baby Moegsien Isaacs was killed after two men had entered his family's Yellowwood Street residence and fired one shot that hit him in the head
Despite numerous attempts to save his life he died in hospital and was buried the following day, Saturday (23 August)
According to JP Smith, Mayco member for safety and security, the perpetrators are no strangers to violent crime
"Any person who can shed light on the circumstances of this incident is requested to contact Crime Stop 08600 10111 or by using the mobile application MySAPS anonymously ”
Bridgetown Theatre Company (BTC) is set to shake things up with the explosive new musical Gen Z.A! Aspire to Inspire, hitting the Artscape Theatre stage on Saturday 30 August, with performances at 15:00 and 19:00
Fast-paced, fearless and bursting with energy, Gen Z.A! is an original production created for and by young South Africans.
Tackling the disillusionment faced by Generations Z and Alpha, the musical takes audiences on an unfiltered journey through the eyes of the youth—complete with comedy, music, dance, and razor-sharp
Catch Gen Z.A! Aspire to Inspire on the Artscape Theatre stage at at 15:00 and 19:00
social commentary The show features a vibrant young cast including Zoey Daniels, Thembalethu Zwele, Kai-Kai Ngbobo, Enrique Lameyer, Tiara Hendricks, Unathi Sabisa, and Zunaid Hendricks. Musical direction comes from Graham Harris of Amper Engels fame
Each performer brings a unique voice and story to the stage From Zoey Daniels’ passion for performance shaped by her mother’s support, to Unathi Sabisa’s journey from AFDA to ACT Cape Town with a dream to uplift through art, and Zunaid Hendricks’ mission to amplify the voices of the voiceless through powerful storytelling—Gen Z.A! is as much a celebration of youth talent as it is a call to action. The production is made possible through the support of Artscape, the HCI Foundation, Golden Arrow Foundation, and the City of Cape Town. . Tickets cost R50 and can be booked at Webtickets or at Pick n Pay stores
Love your neighbour as you love yourself
Most Christians would know that this is a well-known commandment found in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible
It compels us to treat others with the same level of care, respect, and kindness that we naturally extend to ourselves
This is a sharp contrast to the reality faced in our beloved country today
Whenever you are watching the news or listening to the radio you need to mentally prepare yourself for the worst All we hear is death, rape, murder, violence and other heinous crimes
The Cape Flats is currently bleeding So many senseless killings Families ripped apart
This begs the question then, is this showing love?
Once again, we have political leaders trying to paint a colourful picture, claiming that police have matters under control And that matters are not as bad as they look
If this is the case, why is our president not calling a family meeting to tell us what steps are being taken to stem the killings?
I fail to understand why, even during a crisis such as this, inequality is still rife
On Tuesday 19 August, the parliamentary police portfolio committee chair, Ian Cameron, and two members of parliament came under attack in an attempted hijacking incident in Philippi Within 24 hours, two alleged suspects were apprehended for the crime Police worked throughout the night to catch the criminals All available resources were deployed to apprehend the perpetrators
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DURING TIMES OF ADVERSITY, IT IS WISE TO NOTE THAT NOT EVERYONE OR EVERYTHING REQUIRES YOUR REACTION OR RESPONSE.
A total of 24 hours, that's all it took to get the perpetrators Yet, hijackings are a lived reality for many Capetonians
Some rape survivors are still awaiting the police to arrest the culprits Some murderers are still roaming the streets
These MPs were not told that there are no police vehicles available They were not turned away and told to provide proof of the incident They were not made to wait for hours or even treated like the perpetrator
This is the service some ordinary South Africans are met with when they set foot at some police stations
I am in no way trying to downplay what these MPs experienced It is horrific, and no one should have to go through that Isn't it time that the police and those in leadership positions sit around the table, admit that they have failed in their mandate and get back to the drawing board?
How many more mass murders should be reported on? How many more communities should live in fear?
Instead of spending on projects that never come to fruition, create more job opportunities Make education more affordable so that young people can obtain degrees and become employable Invest in educational institutions
As we live in hope that the powers that be wake up soon and act Let us start by ourselves Practice more patience and tolerance with one another
How peaceful this nation would be if we obeyed the commandment to love our neighbour as we love yourself?
-KAYLYNNEBANTOM
Blind wine tasting got a whole new meaning when the Institute of Cape Wine Masters celebrated its first-ever blind graduate among four new Cape Wine Masters, three of whom are from the Western Cape and one from Johannesburg.
Jacques Lombard from Cape Town has made history for being the first blind candidate to participate in the Cape Wine Masters programme He was joined by fellow Cape Wine Master graduates Riaan van der Spuy, cellar master at Swartland Winery, Janine van Zyl, a sommelier and international account manager at global wine and spirits social media agency FirstPour, and Bradley Wood from Johannesburg, a specialist urologist in private practice
Since its inception in 1983 120 Cape Wine Masters to date have achieved this elite self-study qualification, making this year’s achievements all the more remarkable
The new Cape Wine Masters were celebrated at a prestigious awards luncheon hosted by the Institute of Cape Wine Masters on Friday 22 August, together with the Pinotage Association and the Lanzerac Hotel and Spa The 100th anniversary of pinotage and the first bottled pinotage under the Lanzerac label was also celebrated
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After losing his sight in 1996 at the age of 26, Lombard’s introduction to the wine industry came through an invitation by Hermann Kirschbaum, then winemaker at Buitenverwachting, to join Wine Insight, a wine-tasting group for visually-impaired wine enthusiasts
This unique environment, free from influence by labels, brands, or appearance, honed his reliance on aroma, flavour and
texture, skills that proved invaluable in his wine career
Twenty years later, in 2016, Lombard founded Winebrands, a Cape Town-based wine retail business supported by a dedicated team
A customer’s remark about purchasing only award-winning wines sparked his curiosity about South Africa’s awards system His research revealed that most judges on leading panels were Cape Wine Masters or Masters of Wine, a discovery that inspired him to enrol with the Cape Wine Academy
Progressing through the certificate and diploma courses with distinction, Lombard earned an invitation to join the demanding five-year Cape Wine Masters programme
Throughout his studies he received guidance from no fewer than 84 industry leaders, whose mentorship and generosity he credited as instrumental to his success
For Lombard the Cape Wine Master title is the culmination of a journey defined by resilience, passion and the unwavering belief that wine is best judged by the pleasure it brings in the glass
His dissertation examined the formation, health effects and mitigation of biogenic amines in wine, dispelling common myths about sulphites and highlighting the amine compounds as a key cause of winerelated discomfort
The dissertation investigates the complex role of biogenic amines in wine; nitrogencontaining compounds produced and broken down in the human body through normal metabolic processes While
essential for regulating functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, brain activity, digestion and immune response, these compounds can present significant health risks when consumed in excessive amounts from certain foods and beverages, particularly red wine
The research provides an extensive literature review of factors influencing biogenic amine formation in wine, including microorganisms, terroir, grape cultivar as
well as viticultural and cellar practices
Central to their formation is the activity of lactic-acid bacteria, naturally present in the winemaking environment
An exploratory consumer survey within the study revealed limited public awareness of biogenic amines and their potential effects, underscoring the importance of education in this area
Beyond wine, Lombard maintains an active lifestyle, training weekly on a tandem bicycle and participating annually in the Cape Town Cycle Tour He lives in Welgemoed with his wife, Petro, and their son, Daniel
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’nAtleet van Bellville ryg sedert vroeg vanjaar die een na die ander WP-, SA en selfs Afrika-titels in atletiek, landloop, biathle en driekamp in
Leanda du Bruyn (31) van Boston se jongste prestasie was toe sy op 16 Augustus by die WP Landloopkampioenskap in twee kategorieë in die afdeling vir senior vroue - die 10 km wen 4 km - as die kampioen aangewys is Haar groot prestasie tot dusver vanjaar is egter toe sy op 6 April die Suid-Afrikaanse en Afrika-driekampkampioenskap in Gqeberha gewen het
Sy was nie net net die kampioen in haar ouderdomsgroep nie maar is ook as die algehele wenner van al die vroue aangewys
Dit is ook een van haar kosbaarste herinneringe omdat dit die eerste keer was dat haar ouers haar in 'n SAdriekampkampioenskap sien deelneem het
Dit was die dag ook haar grootste ondersteuner, haar kêrel, se eerste deelname aan 'n SA driekampkampioenskap, waarin hy vyfde in sy ouderdomsgroep was, sê sy Haar rits oorwinnings vanjaar het begin toe sy op 20 Maart as die Westelike Provinsie se 10 000
WÊRELD-DRIEKAMPKAMPIOENSKAP EN HALWE YSTERMANKOMPETISIE IS VOLGENDE IN HAAR VISIER
m-baankampioen in die afdeling vir senior vroue aangewys is
Ander hoogtepunte was toe sy op 22 Junie as die WP-duathlon-kampioen in haar ouderdomsgroep, asook as algehele vrouewenner aangewys is
Daarna, op 12 Julie, word sy as die SA duathlon-kampioen in haar ouderdomsgroep, asook as algehele vrouewenner aangewys Op 3 Augustus wen sy die titel as die Wes-Kaap-biathlekampioen in die afdeling vir senior vroue
Du Bruyn, die atletiek- en landlooporganiseerder by die Hoërskool DF Malan, rig die landloopatlete af en gee die vak tegnologie vir graad 8-leerders
Meeste atlete ken haar as Dada, 'n bynaam sedert haar skooldae by die Hoërskool Tygerberg
"In ons oefengroep op skool het elkeen 'n bynaam gehad My pa was die afrigter en het iets korter of makliker gesoek wat hy in die hardloop kon gebruik Hy het saam geoefen en sy asem was soms min," sê sy laggend
"Atletiek en landloop was my gunstelingtydverdryf in die middae en soms in die oggende Oefeninge saam met vriende
is dinge wat ek nou nog aan terugdink
Ek het baie hard geoefen en gehoop om SA's toe te kan gaan wat een of twee keer gebeur het, maar ek het nooit 'n SA medaje gewen nie," sê sy Hoewel sy tans haarself afrig, beskou sy steeds vir Kobus Fourie wat haar in driekamp afgerig het toe sy daarmee begin het, as haar mentor "Hy het my baie geleer en ek is bitter dankbaar vir hom," sê sy
Dit verg baie ure om te oefen, maar gelukkig, sê sy, hou haar kêrel ook van oefen "Ons spandeer baie tyd saam, besig om te oefen - of ons nou gaan gym of fietsry," sê sy Du Bruyn wil aanstaande jaar aan die wêreld-driekampkampioenskap deelneem Haar langtermyn doel is om aan 'n Ysterman 70 3, of sogenaamde Halwe Ystermankompetisie deel te neem
"By die skool wil ek ook meer leerders inspireer om aan atletiek en landloop deel te neem en hulle help om hul doelwitte te bereik," sê sy
As sy nie hardloop nie, ontwerp en maak sy graag klere, neem foto's en doen digitale ontwerpe
Die Hoërskool Tygerberg se jaarlikse interskole-kompetisie teen die Hoërskool Brackenfell is onlangs gehou Die skole het in netbal, rugby en hokkie teen mekaar meegeding Tygerberg se meisieshokkiespan het geseëvier, terwyl die seuns gelykop geëindig het Hul netbalspan het gewen, maar Brackenfell het seëvierend uit die rugby getree Tygerberg het al die wenners gelukgewens op hul sosialemediablad vir hul harde werk en toegewydheid, en bygevoeg dat hulle trots is op wat almal bereik het Die interskolekompetisie is op Saterdag 6 Augustus by die Hoërskool Brackenfell
Die Jan Krielinstituut bied op Saterdag 6 September weer die gewilde Tekkie Challenge-padwedlope in Kuilsrivier aan - met trots geborg deur Food Lover’s Market
Hierdie jaarlikse byeenkoms vind vroeg in September plaas en is ten bate van kinders met leer- en fisieke gestremdhede by die Jan Krielskool
Die familie-vriendelike 5km-pretloop is oop vir stappers en stootwaentjies, so bring die kleinspan saam Skryf jou onderneming in vir ’n spanbougeleentheid Beide die 10km en 10 miler (16km) spog met fantastiese kontantpryse en geskenkbewyse Dit is ook die enigste "Battle of the Sexes"-wedloop in Afrika Deelnemers kan ook wonderlike pryse in die gelukstrekking wen Food Lover’s Market glo goeie kos is net die begin en wil graag 'n verskil maak in gemeenskappe Die Jan Kriel Tekkie Challenge is net één van die maniere hoe die winkelgroep gemeenskapsprojekte ondersteun
Vooraf-inskrywings sluit op Maandag 1 September om middernag Skryf aanlyn in of by die Jan Krielinstituut se kantoor Inskrywings kan ook op die dag van die wedloop van 06:00 in Jan Kriel se skoolsaal gedoen word Hekke maak 05:30 oop
Toegang tot die terrein is slegs vanuit Amandelrylaan beskikbaar Beamptes en verkeerspersoneel sal aan diens wees Volg die aanwysings van die nuwe verkeersirkel by Kerkstraat na Paalkraansstraat vir maklike toegang en parkering . Besoek www.tekkiechallenge.co.za vir inligting en inskrywings. Rig navrae aan events@jankriel co.za.
Milnerton weer baas in jaarlikse sewestoernooi
Die Hoërskool
Milnerton het verlede week in Bellville vir die tweede agtereenvolgende jaar koning gekraai in die Noordelike Stadsgebiede se jaarlikse sewemanrugbytoernooi
Milnerton het in die eindstryd met 29-0 afgereken met Bosmansdam, wat verras het deur die eindronde te haal nadat hy in die halfeindronde met 10-0 teen Melkbosstrand gewen het Milnerton was in sy halfeindstryd met 19-0 Bellville-Suid se meerdere
In die plaatafdeling het HS Tygerberg met die louere weggestap Ná sy halfeindstrydsege van 20-5 oor HTS Bellville, het hy in die eindstryd met 22-17 teen HS Bellville deurgeskuur Monumentpark was die wenner van die skildafdeling nadat hy De Kuilen in die eindronde met 14-7 geklop het
Die komende Saterdag word die reeks sewemantoernooie voortgesit wanneer HS Monumentpark en Durbanville die aanbieders is van onderskeidelik die o 15- en o 14-kompetisies. Altesame 16 spanne is betrokke by Durbanville se Peter Buttner-saamtrek, met HTS Drostdy, (die verdedigende kampioen), HTS Bellville, Durbanville en HJS Paarl in groep A; Brackenfell, Paulus Joubert, HS Bellville en HS Tygerberg in groep B; Monumentpark, Stellenberg, Scottsville en die Landbouskool Boland in groep C; Excelsior, Scottsdene, Outeniqua en Paarl Gim in groep D
In die laaste stuiptrekkings van die uitgedunde ligaprogram die afgelope Saterdag het HTS Bellville ondanks sterk teenstand van Kasselsvlei, tog met 29-20 gewen. Scottsdene was op sy beurt met 17-0 te sterk vir Elsiesrivier -SARELBURGER
