TygerBurger Table View E-Edition 20 Augustus 2025

Mayordefends newCTtariffs

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DESIREE RORKE@TYGERBURGER CO ZA

In an answering affidavit to the court case brought by the South African Property Owners Association (Sapoa) to have the three new fixed tariffs for Cape Town residents reviewed and set aside, Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis warns that scrapping them would leave the City with a billions of rand shortfall this financial year

The 300-page affidavit was filed in the Western Cape High Court on Monday 11 August

Sapoa in mid-July filed an urgent application in the Western Cape High Court, challenging the legality of the three new property-linked tariffs in Cape Town’s 2025- 26 budget

Sapoa held that the cleaning levy and fixed water and sanitation charges based on property value unfairly burden ratepayers and infringes on property rights under Section 25 of the Constitution along with setting a concerning precedent They stated that the new tariffs do not comply with the Property Rates Act in that it is based on property values rather than actual use It says the charges are not a consumption-based fee, a basic surcharge, or a municipal tax, but rather a form of property rate that doesn’t meet legal requirements

Negating the argument Hill-Lewis stated that the City in determining the 2025- 26 budget fulfilled its constitutional obligation and that the tariffs are lawful and constitutionally sound

He says Sapoa’s case has no substantial legal grounds, as the tariffs are fair and rational, as well as being constitutional in that the metro has a constitutional duty to provide water, sanitation and cleaning services and to establish the right or levies to pay for them

Pointing to South Africa having the highest inequality in the world, he said, the budget encapsulates the principle of equality within the current social context "In an ideal world the City's revenue would meet all the City's needs, but this is not the case There are obvious tensions

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“When there’s only one vehicle patrolling such a large and important area, it’s not just inadequate; it’s dangerous

“Our police members are passionate, committed, and doing their utmost under difficult circumstances But they cannot fight crime effectively when they are so severely under-resourced Staff numbers have dropped over the years, even as the population grows, and vehicles taken off the road have not been replaced ”

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Currently, the single patrol vehicle is frequently required to leave the precinct to transport suspects On occasion this includes driving a drunk driver as far afield as Athlone, leaving the entire Melkbosstrand community without any patrol coverage

Gotsell described the situation as “shocking” and has written to the Provincial Police Commissioner demanding answers He questioned whether police senior management has been neglecting Melkbosstrand because the community has managed to maintain low contact crime statistics thanks to strong CPF, NHW, and CSS initiatives

“We must not accept this,” Gotsell stressed “This week an elderly lady tragically passed away under circumstances still under investigation Her death is a stark reminder that no community is immune to violent crime SAPS management must act proactively, not reactively, when it’s too late ”

Gotsell also praised the dedication of CPF, CSS, neighbourhood-watch members, street-watch groups and active residents who play a crucial role in keeping the

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- Geordin Hill-Lewis

between policy priorities and financial realities," he stated

PROPERTYVALUESUSEDASMEASURE

The mayor says Sapoa does not argue that the tariffs are excessive and that the court application is therefore limited to one issue, namely that it is unlawful to link the fixed tariffs to property values In this respect he argues that property values in this instance are merely used as a measure to determine the tariffs that are not in essence a property tax

He furthermore stated that municipalities across South Africa are caught in a financial vice, driven by rapidly growing populations and the urgent need to expand infrastructure to maintain basic services Without raising funds from residents, the only alternative is the decline and eventual collapse of public services and infrastructure

He said the tariffs are needed to set the city on a "new path" to combat poverty in the face of a massive population growth in Cape Town

Hill-Lewis cited census data showing Cape Town’s population grew by 27% between 2011 and 2022, now officially at five million He believes the true figure is higher due to undercounting in informal settlements, where over 1,2 million people live in some 800 such settlements with only shared taps or toilets

"I do not in any way wish to suggest that I regard concerns raised over the budget as trivial

“The concern which almost all residents in this country raise in relation to relentless increases in municipal bills, food and fuel is real and acknowledged by the City and has been taken into account "

The urgent court challenge is set to be heard on 17 and 18 September in the Western Cape High Court

community safe He urged residents to attend CPF meetings and raise their voices in support of local policing “Let us be part of the change we want to see ”

COLLABORATION

Swart expressed confidence that the soon-to-be-deployed ward-safety officers will further strengthen collaboration between the police and community-based safety structures “These officers will act as force multipliers, enhancing the already strong partnership between law enforcement and residents ” Community members now call for urgent attention from police management to ensure that resources, personnel and vehicles are appropriately allocated to Melkbosstrand, which has grown rapidly in recent years Many residents echo Gotsell’s sentiments that proactive policing and visible law-enforcement presence are vital for deterring crime In Melkbosstrand the pressure on the local police station remains high Residents hope sustained community engagement, combined with better resourcing from police, will prevent future tragedies and secure a safer environment for all

WHAT’S ON / DIARY

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DONDERDAG21AUGUSTUS

.Die NG kerk Kuilsrivier-Suid oftewel Suidkerk bied 'n Seniordag aan by Cup of Life, die kerk se koffiewinkel. Alle seniors is welkom om saam te kom kuier Die Groenewald-broers kom speel vrolike musiek. Die geleentheid begin om 10:00 vir 10:30 en duur tot 12:00 Die koste beloop R20 en sluit eet- en drinkgoed in. Stuur 'n WhatsApp na 082 769 8014 om plek te bespreek en betaal by Cup of Life

VRYDAG22AUGUSTUS

. Kom geniet 'n heerlike bord sop en lekker saam kuier by Huis De Kuilen se Sop en Samesyn-geleentheid om 18:30 by die NG kerk Kuilsrivier teen R75 per persoon. Bring jou gesin of vriende en kom geniet die aand Gaste is welkom om hul eie drankies saam te bring 'n Deel van die opbrengs sal gebruik word om opknappingswerk aan die tehuis te doen. Beperkte kaartjies is beskikbaar Kontak ontvangs by 021 903 7055 om te bespreek.

SATURDAY23AUGUST

. An unforgettable Flamingle morning of inspiration, laughter and connection is presented at the fundraising Ladies Event of Durbanville Children's Home with Mel – Die Storieverteller The event is being presented at Mistico Equestrian Centre in Paarl from 10:00 Tickets are R600 per person or R6 000 for a table of 10 people It includes a welcome drink, goodie bag, entertainment and a light three-course meal. Contact Louise at dch@dchome org.za or 083 399 0372 (Whatsapp only) to book your ticket .Spoegwolf tree om 19:00 op in die saal van die Hoërskool DF Malan. Die konsert is ten bate van die skoolkoor Kaartjies vanaf R250 beskikbaar by Quicket

.The Egyptian Society of South Africa meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month from January to November at 19:30 at St George’s Grammar School, Richmond Road, Mowbray Visitors are warmly welcomed at R30 per lecture, with refreshments available for R10 Annual membership costs R135 For more information or enquiries, contact Joseph Koetsier at 084 774 3972 or email sherab.koetsier@gmail.com

MONDAY25AUGUST

. Family Support for Schizophrenia hosts a meeting for families and carers of people with schizophrenia at 19:00 via Zoom.Topic: Short AGM, followed by a presentation on the LEAP method: how to help your loved one accept treatment For the link go to https:// familysupport org.za/meetings or contact us on mail@familysupport org.za

THURSDAY28AUGUST

.A wine auction will be held from 18:30 at Red Leaf Bistro at Beyerskloof wine farm to raise funds for bursaries to needy learners at Special Needs Adapted Programme (SNAP) Education in Durbanville Tickets at R350 per person include a two-course meal and entertainment Beyers Truter will be the auctioneer and Francois Haasbroek will provide entertainment Send an email to fundraising@snap org.za to buy tickets Visit http://www.snap org.za for more information.

SATERDAG30AUGUSTUS

.Parke-gemeente in Kraaifontein hou basaar met ‘n plaastema vanaf 08:30 Dit sal plaasvind op die perseel van die Laerskool Aristea, Kraaifontein. Daar is pret vir die hele gesin: kosstalletjies, speletjies en vermaak, padstal, geskenke, speelgoed, teetuin met musiek en vele meer Maak dit ‘n heerlike gesinsgeleentheid en kom geniet die dag saam met ons. Skakel die kerkkantoor by 021 988 5340 vir meer inligting of besoek ons facebookblad: www facebook. com/ngkparke

SUNDAY31AUGUST

.Blisters for Bread Charity Family Fun Walk takes place at the Green Point Common Sports Ground. The annual fundraising event, now in its 57th year, continues to inspire thousands of Capetonians to walk for a purpose, raising funds to provide daily nutritious meals to learners in need across the province Entries are now open, with a R100 entry fee, which will feed a child both breakfast and lunch for a day Official event T-shirts are available at R150 Only online entries will be accepted, and participation is limited to 8 000 walkers. Registration closes at midnight on Sunday 17 August To register or learn more visit www.psfa.org.za .VLV-Brackenfell Varings, in samewerking met die NG kerk Bellville-Noord, hou ‘n baie spesiale diens om Bybelsondag te herdenk. Al die Tygerberg VLV-takke is uitgenooi en die Varings hoop oud-VLV-lede en –belangstellendes sal ook die diens saam met hulle kom bywoon. Ds. Herman Burger lei die diens en René Nel, Sirkelpresident, gaan ‘n kers aansteek namens al die VLV-lede Die orrelis by die geleentheid is René Ferreira, lid van die Varingtak – orrelmusiek sal reeds van 08:30 in die kerkgebou weerklink en tee sal agterná in die voorportaal voorsien word.

Taxi overturns on R27, Milnerton

KAILINDANIELS

KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

A taxi crash on Riverside Drive near Milnerton High School on Monday morning sparked safety concerns from residents and motorists in the area

Maxine Bezuidenhout, spokesperson for the City of Cape Town’s Traffic Services, confirmed that the department received a call at approximately 05:29 on Monday morning, 18 August, reporting an accident involving a taxi on Riverside Drive According to Bezuidenhout, the driver of the vehicle lost control and collided with a lamp pole

“Six men and five women sustained slight injuries in the incident,” Bezuidenhout said “They were treated at the scene and did not require hospitalisation Our officers are investigating the cause of the accident ”

CALLFORINCREASEDTRAFFICMONITORING

While the incident fortunately did not result in serious injuries, it has reignited concerns among residents about the manner in which some taxis operate in Milnerton, particularly in the Joe Slovo area

The Milnerton Community Police Forum (CPF) and local residents have long highlighted the issue of reckless driving, with taxis frequently being cited for speeding, erratic lane changes, and failure to observe traffic rules

“Traffic services presence is minimal, and it feels like taxis are running the roads unchecked,” said Nomsa Mthembu, a resident

“I’ve seen taxis speeding past pedestrians on Koeberg Road more times than I can count ”

Another resident, Gayle Booysen, echoed the concerns: “It’s frightening to watch how some taxis maneuver through traffic This accident was bound to happen sooner or later ”

Residents have called for increased traffic monitoring along key routes, particularly Koeberg Road, where taxis often transport large numbers of passengers at unsafe speeds

“More traffic officers need to be stationed here, especially during peak hours,” said Linda Petersen, who lives near Riverside Drive “The community cannot keep fearing for our lives every time we cross the road ”

She also urged taxi associations to take responsibility for the behavior of their drivers “Regulation is not just about laws; it’s about enforcing them consistently Taxi owners must ensure drivers are trained and accountable ”

IRRESPONSIBLEDRIVING

Other residents stressed the broader impact of irresponsible driving “It’s not only a risk to passengers but to every pedestrian and vehicle on the road,” commented Anika Jacobs “We need stronger measures before someone gets seriously hurt or worse ”

The City’s Traffic Services has assured the public that investigations into the accident are ongoing Bezuidenhout noted, “Our officers are committed to ensuring road safety We are reviewing the circumstances of this collision and will take appropriate action based on our findings ”

In the meantime, residents are urging the City to respond proactively by increasing the presence of traffic services, particularly in areas where taxi activity is highest The goal is to reduce the risk of accidents and improve road safety for both drivers and pedestrians

“The roads are for everyone,” said Petersen “Taxis serve an important role in public transport, but they must operate responsibly The community deserves to feel safe ”

Beachfrontupgradeon trackdespiteweather

KAILINDANIELS

KAIL N DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

The Table View Beachfront Upgrade Recovery Plan, which aims to revitalise one of Cape Town’s most popular coastal stretches, has made significant progress between June and mid-August this year, with several key milestones reached despite the challenges of winter weather.

Ward 113 councillor Sue van der Linde confirmed that construction remains on track to meet overall timelines “The work along our beachfront is progressing well, and although the winter rains have caused some delays the project team has managed these effectively “Residents and visitors can look forward to a safer, more attractive beachfront once the upgrades are complete ”

15-18AUG

Date set for the opening of POD 7 and 8

sites,” Van der Linde said Around 80% of unfinished works left by the previous contractor have now been completed This includes the construction of small retaining walls, seating walls, and paving of surrounding walkways The Whitewaters parking area remains closed as it serves as the contractor’s site camp

PARKINGAREAUPGRADES

The modification and construction of parking areas along the beachfront, handled by Amandla Henra JV, began in May this year . Visagie Road parking area: Road layer

opening planned for the week of 18 August Once open, POD 5 will close for construction

ABLUTIONFACILITIES

Plans for the new and upgraded ablution buildings are in motion, with architects being appointed to handle building plan approvals The process is expected to take five to six months, with construction anticipated to start in March or April next year Van der Linde urged the public to remain patient during the upgrade period “These improvements will enhance accessibility, safety, and the overall visitor experience I thank residents for their understanding as we work to deliver a beachfront we can all be proud of ”

‘Oupa’wordMarvelbynuwehuis

KAILINDANIELS

KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

Wanneer jy na Adriaan Nieuwenhuizen (39) van Parklands luister, besef jy gou dat sy lewenspad vol diens, geloof en hoop is Maar deesdae is daar een naam wat sy storie oorheers – Marvel, sy reddingshond, sy beste vriend en sy grootste seën

In Oktober 2024 het Adriaan ’n eenvoudige uitstappie na ’n aannemingsdag vir honde in Durbanville onderneem Hy het nie toe geweet dat sy lewe daardie dag onherroeplik sou verander nie

“Marvel het my nie eens ’n keuse gegee nie,” vertel hy met ’n glimlag “Hy het sommer self besluit ek is sy mens Hy het vir vyf ure lank net langs my gelê, terwyl ander honde om hom speel en blaf Hy het nie van my af beweeg nie – asof hy van die begin af geweet het ons behoort saam ” Daardie aand het Adriaan onmiddellik begin reëlings tref om Marvel huis toe te bring Drie weke later, op Swart Vrydag, was dit amptelik – Marvel het sy nuwe huis en sy nuwe lewe gekry

VANPYNNAWONDER

Marvel se oorspronklike naam was Oupa, ’n weerspieëling van sy rustige aard Maar sy storie was allesbehalwe maklik As hondjie is hy mishandel, selfs deur sy eie ma, en hy het wonde gehad wat sy swaar verlede verraai het

Adriaan het gevoel ’n nuwe begin vra ’n nuwe naam – iets wat sy krag, oorlewing en unieke gees kon vasvang Hy het op Marvel besluit, ’n naam wat wonder en miracle beteken “Hy is regtig my miracle dog, ” sê Adriaan “Hy het soveel trauma oorleef en tog sy liefdevolle hart behou Marvel is vir my ’n geskenk ” Marvel is meer as net ’n troeteldier –hy’s ’n karakter op sy eie Sy stokperdjies sluit in roadtrips, bal speel, zoomies in die park, knuffels, slaap en natuurlik

KIES SELF SY BAAS BY AANNEMING

lekkernye Hy is beskermend en dapper, maar ook snaaks en speels

“Hy het ’n manier om mense te laat lag, selfs wanneer hulle hartseer is Marvel kan my gedagtes lees – net soos ek syne verstaan Hy is my veilige plek,” vertel Adriaan

AGTERGROND

Adriaan sê sy wortels lê in Bloemfontein, "maar in 2014 het ek ’n pad begin stap wat my lewe vir altyd sou verander " Hy het daardie jaar ses maande by Youth With A Mission (YWAM) betrokke geraak – ’n sendingorganisasie wat ’n verskil maak deur gemeenskapsuitreike, deur mense te help, hoop te bring en eenvoudig liefde uit te leef "Hierdie tyd het my perspektief verander en my hart oopgemaak vir mense en gemeenskappe in nood "

Later daardie jaar tot in April 2015 was hy vir ’n paar maande in Pakistan, "waar ek die kans gehad het om eerstehands te sien hoe groot die impak van diens en omgee kan wees Ná my tyd daar het ek weer in Bloemfontein gaan stilstaan om dinge uit te sorteer en myself reg te kry vir die volgende hoofstuk van my lewe "

In April 2015 het hy die geleentheid gekry om Kaapstad sy nuwe tuiste te maak "My eerste stop was in Muizenberg, toe na Plattekloof om nader aan my werk te wees, en uiteindelik het ek my in 2016 in Parklands gaan vestig "

Dieselfde jaar het hy betrokke geraak by ’n kerk in Kaapstad "Daar het ek aanvanklik by die jeugbediening (gr 6 tot 9) begin werk, en later ook gemeenskapsprojekte Dit was juis deur hierdie betrokkenheid dat ek met TLC in Table View paaie gekruis het Ek is ongelooflik dankbaar vir tannie Colleen, die hoof van TLC, wat deure vir my oopgemaak het en my die kans gegee het om werklik deel te van die gemeenskap te wees TLC doen fantastiese werk - nie net in Table View nie, maar regdeur die Weskus-omgewing Ek het gesien hoe mense se lewens daardeur aangeraak en verander word," sê Adriaan As hy terugkyk, besef hy dat elke stap – van Bloemfontein, na sy sendingwerk tot Kaapstad – hom gevorm het in wie hy vandag is "Ek dra groot dankbaarheid in my hart, en ek glo vas dat wanneer jong mense of matrikulante betrokke raak by ’n uitreik soos TLC, dit nie net die gemeenskap raak nie, maar ook hul eie lewens op ’n diep en blywende manier verander "

MARVELSESPEELPARADYS

Toe Marvel by Adriaan se lewe aansluit, het hulle verskeie parke uitgetoets

Maar eers toe hulle Brander Park in Bloubergstrand ontdek, het dit gevoel soos “huis”

“Dis groter, ruimer en vol lewe Marvel het sy eerste vriendin, Jasna, daar

ontmoet – en van daardie dag af was dit sy gunstelingpark,” sê Adriaan Marvel se sosiale kring het gou gegroei: Harry en Buddy, die golden retrieverbroers; Murphy, Siri, Sophie, Shaggy, Zoey en vele meer Elke hond het hy op sy eie manier hanteer – soms rof en speels, ander kere sag en rustig “Brander Park is waar hy sy gelukkigste herinneringe gemaak het ”

’NNUWEREISSAAM

Adriaan en Marvel staan nou voor ’n groot verandering – ’n verhuising weg uit Kaapstad weens persoonlike omstandighede Dit is ’n moeilike besluit, maar een ding is seker: Marvel gaan saam “Ons skerm vir mekaar Hy hou my sterk wanneer ek af voel, en ek sorg dat hy veilig en geliefd is ” Adriaan droom daarvan om Marvel as ’n psigiatriese dienshond te laat oplei “Die opleiding is duur, maar ek weet dis die beste vir ons albei Hy het my gered; nou wil ek vir hom ook die beste toekoms gee ” Hy oorweeg om ’n BackaBuddy-blad te begin om die opleiding te finansier Intussen deel hy hul avonture op Instagram by @marvelous marvel2025

’NHONDWATMEERAS’NHONDIS

Vir Adriaan is Marvel nie net ’n troeteldier nie, maar ’n engel “Ek glo God het hom gestuur om oor my te waak en my te herinner dat ek nooit alleen is nie ” Met ’n diep dankbaarheid kyk hy terug na die Kaapse gemeenskap wat hom en Marvel verwelkom het “Ons gaan julle mis – elke vriend, elke stap in Brander Park, elke klein gebaar van liefde Dankie dat julle vir Marvel ’n familie gegee het ”

BirdfluhitsSA

KAILINDANIELS

KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

Since early July, a new outbreak of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in wild seabirds across the Western Cape These are the first wild–bird detections in the province since April 2024. The public is therefore encouraged not to touch sick or dead birds and to report them to the authorities.

Wild seabirds infected with HPAI often develop neurological signs such as tremors, head twitches and seizures Although HPAI occasionally infects mammals and humans, the risk to the public remains very low when basic precautions are followed

WHATISHPAI?

"High pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu, is a viral disease that causes rapid, severe illness in birds The type of HPAI affecting seabirds in South Africa is officially known as H5N1 clade 2 3 4 4b," the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (Sanccob) says Asked which birds have been affected, Sanccob says at the beginning of August, most of the affected wild birds were Hartlaub’s gulls

"Cases have also been reported in Great White Pelicans, Grey-headed Gulls, Kelp gulls, Whitebreasted cormorants, Crowned Cormorants and Sacred Ibises Domestic chickens and ducks have also been affected "

Sanccob says they have played a leading role in response to this crisis "Our priorities are: keeping our seabird hospitals safe from infection, supporting conservation authorities with wild responder efforts, monitoring the impact on wild birds, and ensuring good animal welfare Our actions include surveillance, working with State Veterinary Services and conservation authorities to monitor and manage the disease, advising on response procedures, educating rehabilitation centres, veterinarians, and first responders, and arranging humane euthanasia for birds showing clinical signs "

Additionally, Sanccob actively engages the public through media outreach and education on how to report sick and dead birds safely, to help map the outbreak in real time

HOWCANTHEPUBLICTELLIFABIRDHASHPAI?

HPAI can only be confirmed through a laboratory (PCR) test At this time, any bird displaying any of the following signs should be suspected to be affected by the disease:

. Twitches or seizures; . Unusual tameness;

. Cloudy eyes; . Inability to walk or fly away

HOWCANTHEPUBLICHELP?

If you encounter a sick or dead wild bird, please report it Do not touch, feed, or attempt to rescue the bird yourself Observe from a safe distance and record the following:

. The exact location (GPS coordinates are best, or an exact street address You can record the exact location on a smartphone mapping app, WhatsApp location pins work well); . The date and time; . Species (if you can identify it), clinical signs (tremors, unusual tameness, cloudy

BIRD FLU DETECTED IN SEABIRDS, SANCCOB SAYS

eyes), the number of birds affected;

. Take a video and photograph of the bird;

. Report immediately via one of these channels: For seabirds: Sanccob: 021 557 6155 (landline) / 078 638 3731 (cellphone and WhatsApp)

. For birds that are not seabirds: Use the DFFE Avian Influenza Reporting Tool: https://arcg is/1585011 Sadly, affected birds cannot be treated The authorities will assist with arranging for humane euthanasia

"Your report helps us map the outbreak in real time and take swift action to protect other birds

“Do not handle sick or dead birds without authorisation Keep pets away from dead or sick birds Keep your dog on a leash when you are visiting the beach Keep domestic poultry and pet birds away from wild birds Seek medical advice if you develop flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat) within 10 days of contact with a sick or dead bird and

Lions host diabetes screening

Table View Lions Club organised a free diabetes screening event at West Coast Village recently The initiative, which supports Lions Clubs International’s global cause of Diabetes Awareness, served 39 members of the community and was staffed by six dedicated volunteers During the event, community members received blood glucose testing and personalised health counselling to better understand the risks associated with diabetes and how to prevent or manage it

The event aimed to raise awareness, offer early detection, and connect individuals with valuable health information

“Diabetes is a growing health challenge in our community We believe that early detection and education are key to saving lives,” said Freda Dodd, diabetes coordinator for the club

The Lions Club remains committed to empowering communities through service and invites the public to participate in future health screenings

Gardner as Magda Louw by Die Boer

Desiree Gardner kom maak eersdaags as Magda Louw 'n draai op Die Boerteaterrestaurant se verhoog.

Haar vertoning (K)Letterkunde sal van Donderdag 28 tot Saterdag 30 Augustus om 20:30, en op Sondag 31 Augustus om 14:00 op die planke wees.

Magda Louw, die kletskous sonder ‘n wag voor haar mond, gesels oor die waarde en waansin van woorde

Van lag en treur in jou hartstaal, en die dinge wat ons soms sê wat eerder net ’n gedagte moes bly

Sy't iets te sê oor die daaglikse uitdrukkings, gesegdes en idiome waarmee ons soms situasies ontlont Van haar kop in ‘n byenes steek tot op die hond se stert staan, speel sy oop kaarte sonder om heuning om enigiemand se mond te smeer

Magda kan nie ’n les in letterkunde gee nie, maar wat sy wel aanbied, is 'n les in “kletterkunde” . Bespreek by www dieboer com of by 021 979 1911.

Feeswordvirdie derdejaargehou

Die Welgemoed-kunstefees,die enigste fees van sy soort in die noordelike voorstede,keer vanjaar terug vir ’n derde,opwindende jaar Wat hierdie fees besonders maak, is sy unieke mengsel van toneel, musiek, kuns, boeke en heerlike kos – iets vir elke smaak en ouderdom

Die feeskafee, gesetel in die kerksaal, bied aan besoekers die ideale plek om saam met vriende te kuier oor koffie, gebak en ander lekkernye

In die openingsgeleentheid, “Boek en koek met Antjie Krog”, op Saterdag 23 Augustus om 10:00, gesels die digter en skrywer met Iris Bester oor haar roman Binnerym van bloed sowel as haar nuwe kinderverseboek Hoewel die volledige Boek en koek”-geleentheid uitverkoop is, is daar steeds kaartjies beskikbaar vir Krog se praatjie teen R75 elk.

MUSIEKENMEER

kruispaaie” op Dié konsert sluit klassieke en kontemporêre werke in. Kaartjies kos R150

. Op Dinsdag 2 September om 19:00 deel Rocco de Villiers die verhoog met twee plaaslike skoolkore – die Hoërskool DF Malan en Laerskool Totius – wat albei met goue toekennings in die ATKV-Applous-kompetisie bekroon is Die produksie sluit musiek, vertelling en samewerking tussen generasies in. Kaartjies kos R150 . De Villiers is ook saam met Coenie de Villiers te sien in 88 op Donderdag 4 September om 19:30 Die produksie bring twee klavierkunstenaars saam op een verhoog met ’n repertoire wat van klassieke tot ligte musiek strek. Kaartjies beloop R220 . Vir jong gehore is daar op Saterdag 6 September om 10:00 die kinderteaterstuk Koning Kromtoon se verjaarsdag, waarin die koning op soek is na liefde Allerlei kleurvolle karakters maak hul opwagting. Kaartjies kos R100

. Op Sondag 31 Augustus om 11:00 tree

. Kaartjies is by Webtickets beskikbaar

UNIEKE MENGSEL VAN TONEEL, MUSIEK, KOS EN BOEKE

Newby-lawtoe affordableflat

New land-use rights to build affordable rental flats in identified neighbourhoods with highest demand in Cape Town will be effective as from 1 September, affording thousands more to make the leap from informal housing to City rental flats. This after the revised Municipal Planning Bylaw (MPBL) was gazetted on Friday 8 August A number of changes to the bylaw will make it easier to build and develop in the City

AFFORDABLEHOUSING

These additional land-use rights will enable micro-developers to deliver affordable housing in townships, informal and lower-income suburbs at a far faster rate

. New provisions will see incentive overlay zonings for development focus areas in Athlone, Maitland, Parow/Elsies River, Bellville and Diep River This zoning assign additional and enhanced development rights to properties that fall within certain areas in these overlay zonings

. Additional use rights for Residential Zoning include affordable rental flats, supplementary dwelling units and place of instruction

. An affordable rental flat is a new additional use right to enable the development of small scale affordable rental accommodation in identified areas

The number of small-scale affordable rental units on a single property may not

exceed eight units plus a dwelling house, or 12 units if there is no dwelling house on the land

. New additions under Section 135 allow the City to impound moveable property that is being used for illegal building or demolition work if an order to stop work is being disobeyed This amendment intends to address the challenge of owners and contractors continuing illegal work without tangible consequences

. Single residential zoning is renamed "Residential Zoning" (R1) and provides for single-family dwelling houses and additional use rights in low- to mediumdensity residential neighbourhoods

. Amendments to the emergencyhousing provisions, now called "temporary-disaster housing", under Section 68 to enable the City to provide temporary housing on land that may not be zoned for such purpose for a period of 12 months without needing to undertake a public participation process beforehand if it is reasonable and justifiable, and complies with the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act The amendment allows for those who are left homeless due to emergencies such as fires and floods to be temporarily relocated to an alternative site in a timeous manner

Opkomende musieksterre vir jeugkompetisie aangekondig

Slegs 24 opkomende sterre van reg oor

Suid-Afrika is uit 35 inskrywings vir die 2025 Nasionale Jeugmusiekkompetisie (NJMK) gekies

Die kompetisie vind van 1 tot 6 Desember in die Endlersaal van die Konservatoriumgebou in Victoriastraat in Stellenbosch plaas

Hulle is ná video-oudisies deur 'n paneel gevierde musici gekeur

Dié kandidate tussen 14 en 19 jaar sal in die week lange kompetisie om die prysgeld van R180 000, die gesogte wentitel, goue, silwer- en bronsmedaljes meeding

Die kompetisie word oor vier rondes in vyf kategorieë vir orkesmusiekinstrumente beslis, naamlik klavier-, stryk-, houtblaas-, koperblaas- en ander orkesinstrumente (harp, slagwerk, marimba en xilofoon)

Vanjaar kraai die pianiste koning met 11 mededingers, gevolg deur vyf tjelliste, drie saxofoonspelers, twee violiste, 'n fluit-, hobo- en 'n marimbaspeler

“Die 13 nuwelinge onder vanjaar se deelnemers illustreer die diepte van klassiekemusiekonderrig in Suid-Afrika

“Die drie pilare van hierdie kompetisie is om die land se opkomende klassieke sterre te identifiseer, bloot te stel en te ontwikkel,” sê prof Mario Nell, NJMK-

direkteur

Oor die vyf dae lange wedstryd moet die deelnemers 'n wye repertoire van hul eie keuse speel Dit dek verskillende stylperiodes en Suid-Afrikaanse komposisies Al die mededingers sal in die eerste twee rondes speel Daarna sal 12 semifinaliste in die halfeindronde meeding om as die voorste ses musici aangewys te word

Die leidende ses kandidate sal dan sake by 'n galakonsert op Saterdag 6 Desember uitspook, begelei deur die Kaapstadse Filharmoniese Orkes (KFO)

Die jongste sterre (15 jaar) is van die Wes-Kaap afkomstig Sewe mededingers is eerstejaarstudente van die Universiteit van Kaapstad, Universiteit van Pretoria en Universiteit Stellenbosch, terwyl die res van die kandidate 'n verskeidenheid streke verteenwoordig

Die name van die beoordelaars en kaartjiepryse vir die galakonsert op 6 Desember sal nader aan die kompetisie aangekondig word Toegang tot die eerste drie rondes van 1 tot 4 Desember is gratis Plaaslike kandidate in die kompetisie sluit in James Cilliers (Durbanville), Kian en Quinn Goliath (Loevenstein), Karli Kennard (Brackenfell) en Yafei Wang (Plattekloof)

THINKING OUT LOUD

When goodbye comes too soon

It is a strange, almost unreal feeling to watch someone you love endure a grief so deep it seems to swallow them whole Two weeks ago, I watched my fiancé lose his mother, and I felt a pain unlike any I have ever known

It was not my mother, not my family, yet the weight of it pressed on me, leaving a hollowness I had never experienced before I wanted to reach out, to say the perfect words, to somehow ease the ache, but grief is not something that can be fixed with words And sympathy, however heartfelt, sometimes feels hollow when the loss is not your own I have been blessed to still have both my parents I have hugged them, laughed with them, shared the ordinary chaos of everyday life, and perhaps taken it all for granted Watching my fiancé navigate a world without his mother was a sudden, jarring reminder of how fragile life truly is Death does not send warnings, it does not schedule its arrivals at convenient times It comes uninvited, and the void it leaves is vast and echoing

Over the past week, I saw a man strong, capable, and loving confront the unimaginable: the absence of the one person who has been a constant presence in his life since birth His grief was raw and unfiltered, spilling into every corner of the room and touching everyone near him I wanted to comfort him, to hold him, to take away the sorrow, but I could only be there, quiet, present, a steady hand and listening heart

The pain was multiplied when I had to explain to our three-year-old that his “Ma” had gone to heaven The innocence of a child makes grief even more poignant His small face scrunched with confusion and disbelief “No,” he said repeatedly, “she went to work and will be back ”

BRIEWE / LETTERS

How can you tell a child that some people leave forever, that no one can bring them back? His world of stability and routine was shaken, and I could feel the heartbreak in every tremor of his voice

We hugged, we whispered, we repeated that heaven was a special place, and yet, the simplicity of his understanding made my own emotions even more complicated How fortunate are those of us who still have mothers? To hear their voices, to feel their embrace, to know their love is something that should never be taken lightly

Yet life is fleeting In one week, a life can change completely Death is not a distant concept; it is a reality we cannot predict, and the reminder is both sobering and urgent: we must cherish the time we have with those we love I have learned, in watching my fiancé grief, that love is not diminished by loss; it is magnified Memories become sacred, every shared laugh, every quiet conversation, every simple gesture is etched more deeply into the heart And while sympathy can never replace presence, compassion, patience, and listening become small acts of sanctuary for those enduring the storm of grief

So this week has been devastating, yes, but it has also been a lesson: to hold those we love a little closer, to speak words that matter, to celebrate life in all its fragile beauty The loss we mourn today reminds us that tomorrow is not guaranteed, and it challenges us to live fully, to love fully, and to treasure the people who fill our lives with meaning

Grief is heavy, but so too is love And in the quiet spaces of sorrow, it is love that keeps us tethered to hope, to each other, and to the memory of those who are gone too soon -KAILINDANIELS

Gedig oor die begroting net

oor betaal handel

Die begroting is ter tafel geplaas, nou gedaan; Waarna die bevoorregtes is nog platgeslaan; Verhogings op alles, oorladings sommer ook in die pot; Ongeag die feit hulle ook swaarkry, moet hulle opdok; "ons is in beheer ons weet wat ons wil hê; Betaal, betaal, betaal, betaal en doen net wat ons sê"; Luister nie na die 24 000 wat maak beswaar; Dis net die begin, ons is nog ver van klaar;

Die lot van behoeftiges groei dag na dag; Wees deel van die armes se lot, help dit versag; Julle het hoë mure, plus munisipale geriewe; Julle is veilig, amper vry van misdaad, diewe; Kaapstad is nommer 1 in die hele heelal; Hardloop bank toe en betaal, betaal DBEELDERS,Vasco

Parents and teachers are now forced to explain to their children why strange men are circling the block or stopping to talk to women on

Nuwe spoedkamera kan verligting bring

In reaksie op die brief "Spoedkameras in Brackenfell-boulevard" (TygerBurger 13 Augustus), ek ry daardie roete daagliks soggens vanaf Hellingstraat na Proteaweg en smiddae vanaf Bottelary (verby die einste spoedkamera) na Helling en het al lankal gewonder hoekom daar nie enige vorm van verkeerskalmering by by enige van die kruisings is nie Veral op

die Brackenfell-boulevard kruising met Hellingstraat, aangesien daar 'n skool in die straat geleë is Soggens is dit 'n nagmerrie om regs uit Helling te draai

Die nuwe spoedkamera sal darem help om motoriste binne die spoedperk te hou en hopelik help dit om bietjie makliker in Brackenfell-boulevard in te draai ESTHER, Durbanville

Skaarstrekkermodelleopskou

DThe Urban Mobility Directorate was inspired by the public input during the Call for Ideas campaign We thank the public for their innovative concepts and call on the citizens of Cape Town to engage with this draft policy proposal ”

Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayco member for urban mobility, emphasised that the policy aims to safeguard the most vulnerable

“Key objectives of the draft policy include establishing a sustainable programme that protects the most vulnerable road users, especially where they are most at risk, and recognises roadways as public assets meant for all users,” said Quintas

KEYPROPOSEDCHANGES

The draft policy introduces several significant updates:

.Greater flexibility to accommodate environmental differences, especially in high-pedestrian areas, through policy exceptions;

.Expanded scope for the design and implementation of traffic calming measures, under the City’s oversight;

that will assist the City in assessing and managing applications for traffic calming measures (such as speed bumps and road signage) across the metro

.An increase in the baseline number of traffic calming interventions per financial year; and

.Proactive planning for traffic calming in new developments and land use applications

“The policy is designed to make it possible for traffic calming measures to be implemented in more scenarios than previously; while continuing to prioritise schools, walking routes in their vicinity and other public facilities,” Manuel added

Printed submission forms are available at local subcouncil offices and City libraries, where the draft policy can also be viewed

Note this consultation is specific to feedback on the draft policy, and not a call for individual traffic calming requests

. Submit comments, recommendations or inputs via email to UrbanMobility.CT@ capetown.gov.za (quote reference: 110252602) or visit www capetown.gov.za/haveyoursay

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Spurs clinchYouth Cup

Cape Town Spurs were crowned this year's Bayview FC u-16 Youth Cup after defeating a spirited Antalyaspor JPM 2-1 under the floodlights at Athlone Stadium on Saturday 16 August It was rather a moment to remember for the Parow-based outfit, after falling at the last hurdle against Ubuntu FC last year

Other big winners on the day were Norway Park, Woodlands United, D6 Mitchells Plain and Lentegeur FC; they beat PPG Langa, Heath Athletic AFC, Pioneer Sport Club and Southampton FC, respectively S lift d th Pl ti

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Woodlands claimed Silver D6 Mitchells Plain took the Wagiet Cup and Lentegeur Bronze

In the only ladies' match of the day, Rygate Invitational Ladies locked horns with Mitchells Plain LFA ladies The two sides played a 1-1 stalemate

An elated tournament organiser and Bayview FC chair Mark Rodrigues hailed the event He thanked all the sponsors, teams and supporters for their commitment and support in making the tournament one of Cape Town's top sporting events "This was a very special f t l b th fi l

are celebrating our 20th anniversary," said Rodrigues

He said this year's venue elevated the tournament to new heights and gave people from across the province an opportunity to witness young soccer talent on display The tournament also gave the players a chance to play on a proffessional pitch

"This means if you dream it you can do it Playing at Athlone Stadium is not something many of our young footballers get to do in their lifetime This gives them an opportunity to be part of something special," he said Rodrigues described the occasion as "very special" and an the journey to Athlone Stadium as "emotional"

"It was not an easy journey There were too many obstacles but the support from everyone has been amazing This is not about people It is about giving the

younsters an opportunity to showcase their talent "

He added that preparations were already underway for next year's tournament

"We've launched a platform for a great tournament moving forward We have started with plans for next year and hope to make it even better