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Learner takes gold at National Indigenous Games
Thabile Gquira (centre) proudly shows off the gold medal he won at the recent National Indigenous Games. Thabile is flanked by executive mayor Nicolette BothaGuthrie (left) and his guardian and sister, Ncediswa Gqira. Also in attendance were officials from the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DECAS).
Thabile Gqira, a Grade 8 learner at Qhayiya Secondary School took gold in the code of Iintonga at the 10th annual Indigenous Games which was held in Polokwane in September. Gqira, who hails from KwaZulu-Natal, was brought to live in Hermanus by his sister, Ncediswa Gqira on hearing that his schooling was being neglected. She has since taken on the role of his guardian. The Indigenous Games offer nine codes in the competition. These are Drie Stokkies, Iintonga, Kgati, Kho-Kho (females), Kho-Kho (males), Jukskei (Development), Jukskei
(Elite), Dibeke, Diketo, Ncuva and Morabaraba. Iintonga, the code that Thabile competed in, is a stick fighting game where two sticks are used - a longer stick for attacking and a shorter stick for defending. The Indigenous Games are part of the Sport and Recreation South Africa Mass Participation Programme. Together with provincial departments responsible for sport and recreation in all provinces in South Africa, the National Department of Sport and Recreation hosts the Indigenous Games festivals during
Heritage Month (September) each year. Every four years South Africa participates in the International Indigenous Games, the next being in October 2016 in Indonesia. Executive mayor, Nicolette Botha-Guthrie met with Thabile, his guardian, and officials of the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport soon after his win and said: “We are so proud of you and will do all that we can to assist you in obtaining your identity document and passport, to ensure you are able to participate in the International Indigenous Games next year. This is a huge
achievement and you have the support of everyone in the Overstrand to not only fly the Overstrand flag high, but that of your country.” The Mayor further urged him to be a good ambassador of the country and to remember to always compete in the spirit of sportsmanship, whilst giving of his very best. To this she quipped: “With the focus and energy you displayed at the national level, I have no doubt that we will see you coming back from Indonesia with a shiny trophy to add to the mantel.”
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The people of Lwandle can only say tutwini More than a month ago, our area was in the news for all the wrong reasons. An Intercape bus was petrol bombed in Onverwacht Road in Lwandle. Two passengers lost their lives, whilst 34 others suffered burn wounds. Initial reports suggested that there was a violent protest in Lwandle and that the protesters had thrown the petrol bomb. When it was established that there was never any protest on the day, there were further allegations that it was the taxi guys, because they were trying to eliminate the competition, as the bus was picking up passengers along the road in the middle of the township. This too was proven to be an untruth. Then other, unsubstantiated reports seemed to suggest that there is a strike by the company’s bus drivers and they might
be the ones who hurled those petrol bombs. Even the driver, who survived the attack, alluded to the fact that he had escaped an earlier attempt on his life when he was shot at by some striking co-workers. He also said there were threats made against him because he had refused to participate in the strike as he has a family to feed and look after. Noloyiso Rhwexana, the provincial police spokesperson, promised the general public that the police will hunt down the perpetrators and bring them to book. The National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (NUMSA) distanced itself from the violence. I cannot really speculate on who the perpetrators of this horrendous act are. But I can assure all and sundry that it was definitely not the people of Lwandle.
Inkolo mayinga tenxi Kweziveki zimbini zidlulileyo ikhe yaziveki ezinzima kweli lomdibaniso. Sibonile kuqhuma, kutshiswa amatayari, kwezinye iindawo kubethwa nezakhiwo ngezitena. Kwelinye icala amapolisa ebeqhumisa izintywizisi, edubula ngerubber bullets. Eyona nto imandla sisikhalo sabafundi sokuba makupheliswe unyuso lwe intlawulo-mali kumaziko emfundo ephakamileyo. Bebesithi imfundo mayibe simahla kweli lizwe. Esisikhalo, size kakhulu emveni kokuba amaziko enyuse imali yentlawulo ngendlela eyothusayo. Ingaba bubulungisa na ukubona abantwana beyeka ukufunda kulamaziko ngenxa yokuba abazali bengenamali. NgeCawe le sisuka kuyo, kubebuhlungu ukuva ubungqina bomntwana owayeka phakathi esikolweni ngenxa yokungabinayo imali yokuqhubeka. Ndiqinisekile nawe unabantu abaninzi obaziyo, engebekude ebomini ukuba abazange baphume esikolweni ngenxa yokungabinamali. Ndingqinelana ngokupheleleyo nabafundi bentshukumo ethi #feesmustfall. Kwaye oku kungenzeka. Kwiminyaka edlulileyo, kwachithwa imali eninzi ngurhulumente kulungiselelwa indebe yehlabathi. Kwaye kokhiwa amabala amakhulu ebhola, kwalungiswa nendlela. Zintle zinto. Zenzeka kuba iinkokheli zethu zathatha isigqibo esiqotho. Ukuba zingenza njalo nakwi mfundo yabantwana bethu, amasango angavuleka. Maninzi amasebe urhulumente anokujonga kuwo, acuthe kwindleko zalomasebe athi chatha apha kumaziko emfundo ephakamileyo. Thina njengebandla sithini kuzo zonke
ezizinto? Nathi njengabazalwane, iyasichaphazela lemeko. Sithi njengabazali ekumele sicinge, phambi kokuba unyaka uphele, sizakuyithatha phi na imali engange R46,000.00 yokuhlawulela ezi zifundo. No NFSAS lowo ukhupha imali encinci. Abazali baphela bengena ko Eeduloan, athi umntana ephangela kufuneka aqale abuyise lo mali mboleko. Ayibubo tu ubulungisa obu. Ezinye iimali zehla ngemilenze kodwa umntu omnyama ofunda kulamaziko uyasokola. Senza ntoni thina njengamabandla. Ndivumeleni ndithi, thina into esiyaziyo kukuvalelana kwizindlu zethu zokukhonza, sivuthe sithethe ngezilwimi. Imiba edibene nokulwela ubulungisa asiyisi liso. Abantu baka Thixo baphiliswa kabuhlungu phandle apha. Ngoku abafundi bebe toyi-toya, zeziphi inkonzo ebeziphambili zixhasa lo mzabalazo. Ngabaphi abefundisi ebebephambili. Besiphi singabefundisi bezinkonzo? Ndingakhankanya uMfundisi abemnye, uXola Skhosana we Way of Life eKhayelitsha. Nakulo umzabalazo wabafundi ubekhona ephambili. Kodwa uninzi lwethu siyathula bube ubulungisa bungenzeki. Lixesha lokuba sime, simele ubulungisa. Inkonzo yamaKatolika ibekhe yenza isikhumbuzo salowo wafela ubulungisa, uBenedict Daswa. Lonto iphakamise umbuzo wokuba siphi thina basindisiweyo kumba wokulwela ubulungisa. Bazalwane nokuba sisindisiwe, siphila kulomhlaba, asiphili zulwini, izinto zalomhlaba ziyasichaphazela. Ngoko ndingatsho ndithi masiphumeni- liyasichaphazela elidabi labafundi-sibancedise kwikhwelo labo abalihlabayo lemfundo emahala. #feesmustfall.
People of Lwandle are neither violent nor full of hatred. They are a loving and peaceful people. When this whole thing erupted they were the first ones to come out with buckets of water to douse the fire as they always do when there are shack fires. Some even went inside the bus, thus endangering their own lives in order to save those of the innocent, especially of children who were crying uncontrollably inside the bus. Even the Women’s Auxilliary groups and other church organisations organised a prayer session for those families of the affected commuters. As if they knew the victims! It cannot be correct then to make an absurd assumption that because the incident happened in Lwandle, the people of Lwandle are involved in anyway. Let us all work together to help the police
to catch those culprits who killed innocent souls. Those two people who died there are a brother, father, husband, granddad, cousin, son or boyfriend to someone else. Why then did they have to be killed in such a senseless manner? Did it have to happen in Lwandle? That is why we also want to send heartfelt condolences to those families who, because of this incident, are now referred to as abazili, and as the people of Lwandle, we can only say tutwini, we can only imagine what you are going through at this moment in your homes and families. We want you to know that the whole of South Africa and Lwandle is crying and grieving with you. Your bereavement is not greater than ours. It is very commendable that InterCape has set up a crisis centre for victims and has provided financial support and burial costs to the bereaved families.
A lot still needs to be done in our society “Strange encounter!”, my son remarked the other day. An unfamiliar person was passing by our house, and apparently was taken by surprise with what he had just witnessed. See, it was a Wednesday afternoon, and I had earlier decided to revive what a friend of mine had called “a dead project”. That of removing the weed in the yard that no one seemed to care about. This was thanks to a stalled project of renovating the house, what with bricks lying around the yard, and me, being a working mum, not having the time of day to keep things clean. But on this day, I had decided it was time for a “clean-up campaign”. The passing stranger started talking politics, even telling us how Madiba would have loved what we were doing. The reason for his “revolutionary zeal” suddenly dawned on me. Aha, it was the potpourri of souls taking part in the clean-up campaign, you see. It was me and my son, his white friend who happened to be visiting us that day, and a coloured friend who lives with us in the house. So to anyone in the community who has never seen such a spectacle, this was the strange encounter. A lot of people stared at us as they
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What is South Africa doing to make sure this box dilemma does not affect our societies?
went past, but it was the stranger who had guts enough to walk in and shower us with compliments, telling us that we were what the New SA should really look like. To my son and his friend it was indeed strange that a person would make that remark. We saw a man who is crying for change in our society, a man who wants to see the unity of South Africans and a man who wished he could make friends with people from different backgrounds and cultures. I pondered, is this possible? Can this man’s wish ever come true? Author Afrika Mhlophe was on the radio the other day. His views on diversity was that it was not a blessing but a great challenge for South Africans. He said we are boxed in different man-made boxes, and how difficult it is for a people to get out of those boxes. He made this remark: “When we had a Xhosa president the cabinet was filled with Xhosas, and now we have a Zulu president, the cabinet is filled with Zulus. True. We see those boxes even in the work place. If the leader is a white person, most of the people in the office will be white and the black person will be given only petty jobs, their qualifications notwithstanding. True. Even the church is male dominated because the Apostle is male. But then I always consider myself one of the lucky few, who are able to bring people of different cultures under one roof without experiencing the dilemma of having to deal with boxed people. How about the people who really want to reach out but are limited by education, poverty, or even ignorance. What is South Africa doing to make sure this box dilemma does not affect our societies? How can we break this chain because it affects us all in different ways? Mzantsi, there is still a lot to be done!
Earning an honest living not for the faint-hearted Seeing that in the last edition we spoke about money and how it spins the world around in its crazy axis, I do not think there is a legislated rule prohibiting me from expressing my views on hustling. Hustling business is an ancient art in eKasi. An old man once shared an anecdote about an even older man who was a hustler back in his area. He said the man was called Bethu. He sold amaqand’omthi or apples, and in the off season, he would move around the Kasi, pushing his cart, from which he sold metal table cloths or sheets, which were a must-get in house decor those days. He charged different prices to different folks. Whenever you heard the young and old scream ‘Ewe Bethu’ at the top of their voices, everybody knew the hustler was around. The talk then was that he never worked for the white man, which made local folks proud. Come to think of it, this was long before former President Thabo Mbeki’s call for ‘Vukuzenzele’, which is why it irks
me no end when I open a newspaper and read about young people committing crime and terrorising their neighbourhoods. Often the excuse is that the prospects for employment are poor. I feel that the more we celebrate the hustlers Lunga in our midst, the more those going through Adam tough times will find the encouragement to stand on their feet and do something to be proud of. People tend to celebrate thuggery these days, what with bank robbers and cash in transit killers being regarded as heroes koKasi. I have had sleepless nights trying to think what goes through the minds of such people. The planning, the effort and the execution that goes with these crimes. In our Kasis, there are many success stories that have their roots in hard hustle. Think of the Rhani brothers, successful
businessmen in their own right. That they started their business from the boot of a car years ago must be the pinnacle of legit hustle. Go to any shopping mall koKasi, see the hustle and the bustle. So hip and happening the place is, that driving in or out of there is a complete nightmare, all for legit survival. It is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a market setting where you will find vetkoek stalls, carvellas (chicken feet), electrical appliances and so on. You name it, it’s there. There are many such places in our surroundings where the indefatigable spirit of supposedly poor, uneducated, good-for-nothing folk is there for all to see. And to those who hustle at the expense of the blood, sweat and tears of others: I can see right through you. That’s an invitation to your funeral, and oh no! I am not attending.
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Business Against Crime Rugby Tournament On 22 August 2015 the rugby final of the Business Against Crime Tournament took place at Boland Park in Worcester. In order to enhance an interest in sport, the Department: Community Development and Planning Services of the Cape Winelands District (CWDM) partnered with various businesses and Breede Valley Municipality to take a stand against crime that is seriously influencing today’s youth.
CWDM’s Golden Oldies take part in the District Golden Games
On 4 August 2015 the Department: Community Development and Planning Services (CWDM) and various partners hosted the District Golden Games at Boland Park Stadium in Worcester. The aim was to involve 1 200 senior citizens from fifty seven (57) service centres across the CWDM district to compete in sports such as athletics, pegging washing pegs, jukskei and other indigenous sports. The CWDM will continue to support these games in order to enhance the lives of our valued senior citizens.
On 19 September 2015 the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM), in partnership with the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) Department of Transport and Public Works, hosted the annual Waentjie Race at Montagu Primary School The event aimed to celebrate Transport Month and raises awareness on road safety amongst the youth of the Cape Winelands municipal district. Learners from ten (10) schools in and around Montagu were invited to take part in this exciting race. Learners had to build a go-cart with material provided by CWDM.
CWDM Regional Domino Tournament Final!
CWDM Provides Carpentry and Painting Skills Training!
The Department of Community Development and Planning Services (CWDM) identified carpentry and painting skills as a critical area of skills development in the Breede Valley area. On 16 July 2015, fifteen (15) young adults from Breede Valley received their certificates after the successful completion of their training in these two (2) subject areas. In addition to carpentry and painting the students were trained in occupational health and safety. These skills will enhance their employability and create opportunities for self-employment.
Sho’tleft into Cape Winelands During Tourism Month
On Saturday, 10 October 2015 the Cape Winelands District Municipality Dominoes Tournament took place in the Madeba Hall at Graham Beck Wines near Robertson. This annual event in the Cape Winelands district focuses on the role that indigenous games play in our communities. These games represent an important part of our heritage, values and history. The tournament marked the end of elimination rounds that were played in the five (5) municipal areas of the district, predominantly in the rural areas. Twelve (12) participants, both male and female, from each municipal area competed in the final round where the overall winning team in each category was cheered on by domino supporters from all over the district. This final was the highlight of the tournament with nail-biting games. Witzenberg took second place with Breede Valley coming in at third place and the Langeberg team with home ground advantage walked away victorious.
Warm Blankets after Devastating Fire
On 20 July 2015 Cllr Xoliswa Mdemka of the Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) reached out to the community of Kayamandi after a devastating fire raged through the area. Fifteen structures in Zone J were destroyed and fifteen families lost their homes and possessions. CWDM assisted the families by providing blankets to the affected families.
On 10 September 2015 the Department: Community Development and Planning Services (CWDM) welcomed Tourism Month in the Cape Winelands with a launch held at Kleinplasie in Worcester. South Africa celebrates Tourism Month in September of each year, with World Tourism Day celebrated on 27 September. Keynote speaker, Mr Claude Schroeder, Executive Director: Department of Community Development and Planning Services, inspired potential travellers to experience the best of South Africa and the best of the Cape Winelands. With Tourism Month officially launched, the CWDM encourages its community members to take a sho’tleft and explore the gems that the Cape Winelands has to offer.
Entrepreneurs Unite at the SMME Opportunity Roadshow
On 9 September 2015 a SMME Roadshow was held in Cape Town which was supported by the National Department of Small Business Development. SMME’s (Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises) play a crucial role in creating jobs and developing the economy. The Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) attended the roadshow with ten (10) SMME’s in the district. Two (2) SMME’s from each of the five (5) B-municipalities were chosen by the Department: Community Development and Planning Services (CWDM) to attend this event. Marketing material were provided for the roadshow to ensure that they gained the most from the opportunity to network with key players helping businesses to grow.
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The Overstrand Junior Town Council (JTC) for 2016 was recently elected at a special meet and greet session, which was facilitated by the Manager of the Junior Town Council. The elections take place annually in October and each grade elects its own candidate through ballot votes. The candidates have to be in Grade 10 and Grade 11 the year following the election. The JTC consists of seven representatives from Hermanus High School: TimoBen Lerm (JTC deputy mayor), Catherine Africa, Zulene van Niekerk, Jana Bergh, Shana Horn, Tayla van der Bergh and Hannerie van Zyl. Seven representatives from Hawston Secondary School: Antonio Booysen, Joe-rachia Joseph, Curtley Gillion, Leighton Appolis, Damian Niemand, Mervilene Ruiters and Jenine Schippers. Seven representatives from Qhayiya Secondary School: Phumeza Doda (JTC deputy mayor), Tumelo Mohaka, Paddler Moyana, Solethu Sitiki, Thulani Rangqoyi, Takatso Jankie and Bianca Mnyanzeli. Gansbaai Academia:Khanya Xhalisile, Justine Pieterse, Janco Smith, Heinrich van der Merwe, Odwa Mntakaziwa, Johan van der Merwe and Stefan Joubert. Four learners from Northcliff House College: Cynthia Kariuki, Monique Barkley, Mapfumo Panashe and Bevan Africa. Three from Curro Hermanus: Kaci van Romburgh (JTC mayor), Dominique Heydenryck and Gabriel Stratford. With the junior council is executive mayor of the Overstrand Municipality, Nicolette BothaGuthrie and Overstrand deputy mayor Rudolph Smith.
Educare Centre needs help with fence Nomzamo Educare Centre in Zwelihle is appealing to the community to help them build a new wall. Wilson Salukazana, former whale crier and founder of the school, says the educare centre was recently advised to replace the current fence. He says during a visit by the district inspector from the Department of Education, he advised that the fence around the school should be replaced as it is rusting and could be a possible danger to the children.
The Hermanus Waldorf School was informed by the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) that the week of 12 to 16 October was career week and Naomi Herbst, the class 7 teacher, had the brilliant idea of asking her class to dress up in outfits symbolising their dream professions. In the back row are Asisipho Kayeki (teacher), Lulamela Ngazelwa (social worker), Theodora Marwana (social worker), Zandile Marwana (fashion designer), Lerato Mohlokoane (doctor), Michaecia Cupido (chef), Michelle Joloza (teacher), Anesu Mataruse (doctor) and Dioleen Matimbe (chef). Front: Patience Gwature (chef), Tellmore Jengeta (aeronautical engineer), Sisipho Lifaba (social worker), Lisakhanye Mkrola (civil/mechanical engineer), Rodrigo Majiet (lifeguard), Janice Botha (family lawyer), John-Lee Williams (civil/mechanical engineer) and Zipho Marwebu (mechanical engineer).
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The fire season is here, take care not to be a victim The Western Cape government together with Disaster management, Fire and rescue services and the Fire and rescue services in the Overberg District have initiated the roll out of a fire prevention campaign called “Fire is Everyone’s Fight” as the fire season approaches. This campaign will be run in conjunction with the Overberg District Municipality’s “Safer People Campaign”. One of the key messages illustrates the dangers of children playing with matches and lighters and
the need for parental involvement in curbing the needless veld fires and injuries so often caused by this irresponsible behaviour. In addition to this, fire safety educator toolkits are being distributed to every ECD centre in the district. The “Fire is Everyone’s Fight” approach further emphasises prevention – its starting point is that fires can be prevented and everyone has a role to play in ensuring that they are prevented. The “Fire is Everyone’s Fight” toolkit is a collection of resources
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Salukazana says the educare centre would now like to replace the section of the fence that faces the street, with a wall and an electric gate. He says this will also help with security at the centre, as there is concern about crime in the area. Salunkazana says this project will cost up to R60 000 and appeals to the community to help fund this “essential” project. If you would like to help, phone Salunkazana on 072 135 1104 or the Nomzamo Educare Centre on 028 312 2784.
A new take on the budgeting process for the four Local Tourism Organisations (LTO) aims to make these organisations more self-sufficient. The strategy was approved by the Overstrand Municipality (OM) on 25 June and took effect on 1 July. According to executive mayor, Nicolette Botha-Guthrie, the OM’s financial contribution to LTOs for the 2015-’16 financial year is R1,6 million to cover operations and projects. LTOs have to compile their own budgets and if there is a shortfall on the operational budget, the organisations can request the municipality to cover the shortfall. Botha-Guthrie says this shortfall will be funded from the monies raised by the tourism organisations through membership fees, sales of memorabilia and other initiatives, explaining that it will stimulate an appetite to raise funds. In terms of projects, LTOs now have to submit proposals to the OM. If approved, funding will be provided. One such a proposal that has already been approved by the OM is Gansbaai Tourism’s proposal for its Responsible Tourism Campaign. They won Best Destination for Responsible Tourism in Africa and Glenda
Kitley, manager of Gansbaai Tourism, is off to London for the international award ceremony on 5 November. Kitley says this proposal will also include marketing of the Rethink the Bag campaign in an attempt to rid Gansbaai of plastic bags. Hermanus Tourism is currently developing different proposals for submission and consideration of the Overstrand Municipality. Frieda Lloyd, PR manager, says one such project proposal is to maintain the whale crier. A previous proposal for this purpose was unsuccessful, but Lloyd says the proposal will be resubmitted and she is confident it will be approved. In Stanford a proposal for a brochure and a local map has been approved. Madelaine Coetzee, manager of the Kleinmond/Hangklip Tourism office, says a “brainstorming session” is being planned in order to identify and structure projects for funding. Botha-Guthrie says the municipality is moving away from the approach of LTOs being dependent on municipal grants and is steering them towards being more enterprising in the way in which they source funding, albeit from the private sector or community funding programmes, where communities become stakeholders.
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Training for parents of disabled children Overstrand Association for persons with Disabilities (APD) recently launched a series of training programmes in Hawston, Mount Pleasant and Zwelihle. Overstrand APD was chosen as the home for these programmes as they were able to deliver services via these awareness programmes on how to stimulate children that face everyday challenges in life. The importance of these programmes, explains a representative of APD, is to improve family relations and also to show parents how to keep their children busy with practical activities at home. The purpose of this session was to train the parents of disabled children so they can train other parents on how to develop cognitive skills, physical, emotional and social skills.
The Overstrand APD launched a series of training programmes recently.
Dr Thommie Burger (CEO of WESSA), Derek Hanekom (Minister of Tourism), Nicolette Botha-Guthrie (executive mayor Overstrand Municipality (OM), Roderick Williams (director of community services, OM) and Coenie Groenewald (municipal manager, OM).
Three Overstrand beaches reap the rewards with the Blue Flag status JAN-HENDRIK COETZER Not only has Blue Flag status once again been bestowed on Grotto, Hawston and Kleinmond, but Grotto Beach has also received a gold certificate for being a Blue Flag beach for 15 years in a row. This was revealed at the National Blue Flag event held on Tuesday 6 October. This is the first time in the Blue Flag initiative’s 15 years that beaches not only received Blue Flag status, but some of them were also awarded either gold, silver or bronze certificates. What makes this accolade even more noteworthy is that Grotto is one of only two beaches that received a gold certificate, and the only one in the Western Cape. Hawston and Kleinmond both received silver awards.
With National Marine Week set to take place from 12 to 18 October, it was also ideal that a forerunner to the commemoration be marked by the 2015 National Blue Flag launch. Minister of Tourism, Derek Hanekom, who also attended the launch, says he often uses the Overstrand as an example of how collective efforts of communities, the municipality, government, stakeholders and businesses can make a difference. A perfect recipe has ensued for ensuring healthy development and preservation of an environment. “There is so much pride here and a sense that everyone is striving towards a common goal and purpose, and that kind of passion is to be applauded,” Hanekom said. “Looking after and care for our environment also create job opportunities, so what a beautiful cycle this is.” Mayor Nicolette Botha-Guthrie expressed
sincere appreciation to the community, officials, government and business support partners. “Your hard work and dedication have helped us consistently to achieve the coveted Blue Flag status at a number of our beaches,” she said. “This synergy is essential for protecting our coastline so that inevitably we can leave a legacy for future generations of a sustainable environment that is rich in biodiversity.” A Blue Flag is an international award given to beaches, boats and marinas that meet strict criteria in safety, amenities, cleanliness and environmental standards, as defined by the international body, the Foundation for Environmental Education. In South Africa, the programme is managed by die Wildlife and Environmental Society of South Africa (WESSA), along with participating local authorities.
Crime prevention: CCTV cameras for Hermanus CBD being installed It would seem that the CCTV cameras planned for Hermanus’ Central Business District (CBD) and its surrounds could be up and running in December, following many glitches and lengthy red-tape delays. According to Freddie Cronjé, chairperson of Hermanus Public Protection (HPP), the first phase will be the installation of 14 cameras: Seven in the CBD, three on the R43, three on Rotary Way and one on the corner of Church and Still Streets. Cronjé says regarding the delay, permission had to be obtained from various organisations for this pioneering project in Hermanus. “The process is now almost completed except for permission from the Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape regarding the three cameras on the R43.
“A tender has been awarded for the purchase and installation of the equipment and the erecting of the poles, and the work will start soon.” This comes a year after permission was unanimously granted to the HPP’s board of directors at its AGM on 9 December 2014, to proceed with the installation of CCTV cameras in phases. Cronjé further says the project is being undertaken with the cooperation of the Overstrand Municipality with whom the necessary contract has been entered into. “The goal is to change Hermanus into a zero-crime tourist destination, safe for all involved,” Cronjé said. The 14 cameras will be erected on 9-m poles, fitted with solar panels so that power failures will not have an effect on the 24-hour surveillance. HPP employees will be tasked with monitor duties.
Yaneswa Mjatya, Nomakholwa Chapa, Simthembile Feki, Agrinet Silo and Ntomboxolo Mpondo attended an event hosted by the Independent Electoral Commission for people with disabilities in the Zwelihle community hall.
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Body of man found help police identify The Hermanus Police is seeking the assistance of the public in identifying the body of a man found at the Whale Rock Estate in Hermanus on Sunday 25 October at about 13:30. According to lieutenant Fadila September, they are still awaiting autopsy results, but says they have gone through their database and no one with the deceased’s description has been reported missing. The deceased, an African man, was dressed in black
pants, a dark jersey, tattoo marks on his chest. He is of large build and approximately 30-years-old. “The circumstances surrounding, and the cause of death, are unknown at this stage. “An inquest has been opened for investigation and investigating officer Constable Craig Philander can be contacted on 028 313 7000 by anyone who has information that can assist with the investigation.”
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Please help foster a love for reading The book barometer has climbed from 591 to 686 books already donated to the Right to Read campaign. The goal, however, is 4 500 books (by mid-December), to ensure that each Grade R classroom in the Overstrand has 100 new and age-appropriate storybooks, with each class operating their own mini library. This wonderful campaign is being driven by Enlighten Education Trust (EET), which was the vision of retired newspaper editor Harvey Tyson. In the words of Elaine Davie, fundraiser/PRO of EET: “for many children in our region, books are a luxury, instead of a right. “We are inviting book and sports clubs, service organisations, retirement villages, businesses, youth groups and many more to challenge each other to buy books for Enlighten to distribute to schools from Betty’s Bay to Gansbaai.” The Hermanus Times will run a book barometer every two weeks. Please help fulfil Harvey Tyson’s vision and grow future bookworms, help create a love for books in order to decrease illiteracy, and together we can blast the target of 4 500 books by mid-December off the pages. Thank you to the following people who have, in the past two weeks, helped inch the barometer closer to the goal. ) 20 books from a lady involved in the wine industry, but who wishes to remain anonymous. ) 10 books from Tenk Loubser of Exceed. ) 5 books from Delia Charton, a visitor from Cape Town. ) 60 books from Book Dash Children’s Book Publishers. This is how you can get involved: - Enquire about buying books (English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa) at an average of R100 per book at the following shops in Hermanus: Bargain Books, Bookmark, Hemingway’s
PAPI SETOUTO The Hermanus Whale Festival coincided with the rounding up of Heritage Day activities. The theme of the event was Masikhumbule eMbo kwa Phalo; let’s remember our traditional and customary roots. Heritage day is a day in which all are encouraged to celebrate their cultural diversity in a wider context of the great diversity of cultures, beliefs, traditions that make up
Bookshop, The Book Cottage, and at Gansbaai Book Exchange and The Book Collector. You can leave your purchase (with your name/company details for record/publication purposes) at the bookshop for collection by EET, or you can drop them off at Enlighten’s Alex Bury Library (corner of Swartdam and Angelier Streets, Mount Pleasant), or at the Hermanus Times office in Aberdeen Street during office hours. -If you wish to order age-appropriate books, you can do so through Enlighten, after viewing a selection of 20 books at their Library, or at Hermanus Library. - If you wish to rather donate money to the project, you can do so in cash at Enlighten’s Alex Bury Library or by EFT to the Enlighten bank account.The reference is Right to Read, followed by your name. Banking details: Enlighten Education Trust, Standard Bank Hermanus. Branch code: 050-312. Acc No: 082251878. ) For more information contact Elmine Boonzaaier or Elaine Davie at Enlighten on 028 313 0974 or send an e-mail to library@enlighten.org.za.
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From back left, Simlindile Hambayo, Thandazo Mjandi, Atheni Qakaqezi, Banele Mdyantshi and Khaliphile Mkotja. In front are Yiva Lolwana, Thaphelo Koali, Moneka Lihanya, Mdumiseni Mdyantshi, Awonke Lolwana, Mapaseka Koali and Mpuseng Lehanya
Event coordinators Fiki Gxamesi and Leticia Gwatyu of African Beauty Salon and organisers of the Zwelihle Cultural Day. ......................................... PHOTOS: PAPI SETOUTO
Whale Crier and poet Eric Masixole Davalala
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Thumbs up for Whale Fest The Hermanus Whale Festival recently celebrated 24 years since it was first started and, judging from its success, still has many more years to offer tourists and locals alike great entertainment. Attracting thousands of visitors, it is known worldwide as the best land-based whale watching destination. It is at this time of the year that nature enthusiasts flock to
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the shores of Hermanus to watch the whales calving. The festival has also come to offer various activities that cater for both young and old. It has also has had an economic spoinoff for the area, promoting new businesses and creating employment. Kasi Vision’s PAPI SETOUTO was in the thick of things asking Kasilanders what the Festival means to them.
Members of the BBM Cultural Group from Zwelihle
Abatsha Gospel Choir from Zwelihlefestival
NOLITHA LAPHI: The event itself is fascinating and breathtaking. The festival unearths new talent every year, and this is very inspiring and encouarging. Hermanus pulls out all the stops so we can see the best it can offer.
MORATOA KUALI said that as a young person the Whale Festival is a celebration of a beautiful place called Hermanus and the warmth of its inhabitants. “The whales may be the star performers, but the thousands of visitors that flock to this place make Hermanus an exceptionally unique location in South Africa."
Ward 5 Councillor Sicelo and his wife Sisonke Gxamesi, Abongile and Aaron Mgcotyelwa
Group Managers Mike Shunqwana and Xolisile Nqoza
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THAPELO PONOANE said the Whale Festival creates a platform for local artists to showcase their talents before thousands of enthusiastic crowds. It is on the calendar of many people the world over, including South Africa. Some musicians have been known to launch their careers on the back of the Whale Festival.
MAGABELA PENKESE said that the whale festival was good in so far as celebrating the beauty of Hermanus. “I enjoy watching the whales breaching, the natural environment. It is always a spectacle, watching the whales.” PHOTOS: PAPI SETOUTO
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INTERPROVINCIAL WHALE FESTIVAL BOXING TOURNAMENT
Boxers show their mettle at tournament PAPI SETOUTO The Overstrand Whale Boxing Club, the Overstrand Municipality’s Department of Sports and Recreation, in partnership with the Department of Arts, Culture and Sport of the Western Cape, hosted a professional interprovincial Whale Festival Boxing Tournament in Zwelihle Community Hall. The bout, called “The Rumble in the Jungle”, saw pugilists from clubs from the Western Cape Boxing Club, North West Boxing Club, KwaZulu-Natal Boxing Club and Eastern Cape Boxing Club taking part. All boxing categories were represented in the tournament, from the cadets, juniors, the youth, the seniors and including female boxers. Afterwards the winners received accolades for the various weight divisions they took part in. Akhule Mqoqi from the Western Cape was named the best male cadet, while Philile Nyawo from KZN was judged best female junior, Sakhile Hlatswayo, also from KZN, was judged best male junior, Siphosetu Daweti from the Eastern Cape was best female youth, Itumeleng Mokwe from the North West was voted best male youth, Nomusa Ngema from KZN was best female senior, Bulelani Siba from the Western Cape was best male senior and KwaZulu-Natal was named the province with the best boxers. In the following pictures are the winners in the various categories.
Gold medal winner Akhule Mgoqi, and Olona Golo. In the middle is councillor Sicelo Gxamesi. Behind them is referee Mpho Masoleng PHOTO: PAPI SETOUTO
Silver medallist Liviwe Mvula and winner Sphelele Nembe
Referee Mpho Masoleng, Mfundo Mbatha, gold medallist, councillor Sicelo Gxamesi and Ntsikelelo Lamathi
Gold medallist D Angelo, referee Nomkhosi Majola, councillor Sicelo Gxamesi and silver medallist Zingisa Nxuseka
Silver medallist Zanele Mbaliswa and winner, gold medal, Thandeka Ndlovu. In the middle is referee Nqabisile Nokati
Winner Buyile Xhala and silver medallist Yanga Mpayipheli
Silver medallist Johan van Zyl, referee Nomkhosi Majola and gold medallist Siyabonga Madlala
Silver medalist Sinazo Qabaza, referee Timos Makhwenkwana and gold medallist Philile Nyawo