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FIREFIGHTERS
All-female crew waiting for call to fight fires
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he all-female firefighters wild land crew, consisting of 15 women that completed the three month nature conservation programme at Chrysalis Academy, are rearing to go. They are known as the Nature Conservation Corporation (NCC) all-female wild land crew and hail from Capricorn, Retreat, Philippi, Bonteheuwel, Khayelitsha and Mfuleni.
“The crew is the result of a successful partnership between the NCC, Chrysalis Academy and the (provincial) department of public works, with support from Vergelegen Wines. The project officially kicked off on 25 November 2019, after a recruitment process was performed,” says Kylie Paul, superintendent of the crew, the first of its kind in Africa. “There were a large number of women interested in the pro-
gramme and the 15 that graduated were interviewed, performed a fitness test and were then hand selected by a large panel including myself. Every member of Team Juliet completed an elective fire fighting skill phase during their three month programme. All of them loved this part,” she says. Chrysalis Academy is hosting them while they search for accommodation and a base. V Continued on page 2.
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FROM PAGE 1 “We are currently still searching for a home base, looking into many options, but we are lacking a degree of sponsorship on this matter. We are also trying to source a vehicle that could transport us to and from fires. Any support on this from anyone would be greatly appreciated,” Paul says. People’s Post asked why they became firefighters and here are their responses: Zimkhitha Nqetelo (22) from Philippi:
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“The reason I became a firefighter is to rescue animals and my crew when they need me, also to destroy trees that could be a danger to all of us and animals (widow-makers).” Tarren January (27) from Bonteheuwel, one of the crew leaders): “When I applied to become a firefighter I knew I had to commit myself and that it would positively change my world and my perspective. I always loved being out in nature and exploring the wilderness, also because of my love for animals and new adventure, I decided that being a part of this team, I could contribute by lending a hand to this very important cause. It is an honour to be a part of this mission to save and protect wildlife, as well as human beings – instead of turning a blind eye to the beauty of nature that can be destroyed in the blink of an eye.” Sisanda Bam (25) from Philippi: “I want to be a firefighter to save people’s lives, communities and animals. I also like to work with people.” Sharne Maritz (19) from Retreat: “When I was young I witnessed my community burn down. It was horrible to see people’s lives burning away. Firefighters
came but could only save some of the properties and a few people at a time. At that moment I knew exactly what I wanted to do with my life. Whenever I see a fire-truck drive past me I get filled with excitement, it’s a burning feeling, wishing it was me heading to the fire. Now it is. I can’t see myself doing anything else. I was told I couldn’t be a firefighter because I was a weak woman, yet that did not stop me. It’s tough, dirty, amazing and an important job.” Anelisa Thwasile (23) from Khayelitsha: “The reason I chose to become a firefighter is the love for the job and I am willing to take any chances that may come my way to save the world and to prove to some women and young girls that this is not only a man’s job.” Nyameka Makeleni (25) from Khayelitsha: “A firefighter is the closest thing to a hero. My dream was always serving my community. I am serving my community… I became a firefighter because I love it!” Paul says the male colleagues have been a huge support from day one! “They are so excited to have us and constantly offer advice and assistance in getting started up or on projects. They cannot wait to see us out on the line beside them. The inte-
CAPE TOWN
Minstrels dish out a spectacular T
he Cape Town Street Parade (Tweede Nuwejaar), held on Saturday 4 January, again had thousands of spectators shaking their booties as they watched 42 Kaapse Klopse troupes march by. Hosted by The Kaapse Klopse Karnivaal Association (KKKA) and supported by the City of Cape Town, the event featured approximately 10 000 individual performers. The groups marched from Hanover Street in District Six, along Darling Street past City Hall and the Grand Parade before taking on a route that came to an end in the Bo-Kaap. The City supported the event with fund-
ing, deployment of City services and assisting with logistical arrangements to ensure a safe event. Mayor Dan Plato said it was a fantastic atmosphere. “The various minstrel groups put on a magnificent performance and ensured that the thousands of people lining the streets were thoroughly entertained. “We want to express our gratitude to all those who made the day possible and the troupes for a wonderful event which contributes a lot to the City’s cultural heritage, development and the local economy,” Plato said.
The cultural event dates back to the 19th century.
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Mayco member for safety and security, JP Smith, said the annual street parade is one of Cape Town’s flagship events. “The City has a vision for the event’s long-term growth and we believe the threeyear agreements we signed with some of the organisations are part of ensuring that. “This will ensure the event is secure, safe and has certain guarantees which will assist the event organisers in attracting more corporate sponsorship,” he said. The street parade is just one of several minstrel, Christmas bands and Malay choir events that the City is supporting over the coming months.
The event featured approximately 10 000 individual performers.
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gration with the male contingency has been effortless and really special. “They totally support this project and understand why it is so important. Many of the male firefighters have roots in Working on Fire, where there are male and female firefighters that are integrated into the crews,” she says. Sesethu Stuma (male hotshot, crew leader and very experienced firefighter): “The NCC Juliet Crew, for me, is ready to respond to any fire. From what I saw when working with them on an alien clearing job was that they have the potential and energy. I am looking forward to seeing them on the line.” The women have been undergoing all the relevant wild land and fitness training that is required to perform this highly skilled, amazing and physical job. The crew has officially been on standby and ready to respond to call outs since Thursday 2 January 2020. “We have not received a call out yet, and we have faced some operational hiccups, but are constantly training, studying and eagerly awaiting our first call. As the ladies often say, “When the going gets tough, Juliet gets going,” says Paul.
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Members of the Lomond Court Neighbourhood Watch want to bring change to the community and better the lives of the children in the area.
The children enjoyed the Fun Day where they could get rid of their extra energy through dance and play.
Neighbourhood watch wants to make a difference AVRIL FILLIES To take Lomond Court in Hanover Park back and to make a difference in the lives of the children in the area are the two main reasons why the Lomond Court Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) hosted a Fun Day for approximately 300 children on Tuesday 31 December. This past year, Hanover Park was constantly in the newspapers because of gangsterism, gang violence and how unsafe it is for children to play in its parks or streets. The Lomond Court NHW, which falls under Ryston Road NHW, decided to bring cheer to the children and residents in Lomond Court by hosting its first Fun Day. “The day started at 09:00 when the kids came together and had fun till 15:00. The
Hanover Park Marching Band kicked off proceedings followed by Lomond Court’s very own Blikkie Band,” says Shanaaz Scholtz, organiser of the event. Thanks to all of the jumping castles, races and dance competitions, kids could get rid of extra energy. “We also handed out approximately 800 sandwiches, hot dogs, juices, popcorn, candy floss and ice-cream to the kids during the day. The Lomond Court NHW is keen to make a difference in our community and if we have to do it one court at a time, that is what we will do,” Scholtz says. The NHW only started in September but already huge changes have taken place since then. “It all started with the president of the group of 80 members, Myrtle Hendricks,
who said ‘enough is enough’, she is taking Lomond Court back. Soon afterwards, Timothy Houston, chair, jumped on the bandwagon. He has been directly affected by the gang violence in our area as the life of his innocent son was taken a few years ago in the court. Despite his loss, he pushes forward with great determination to make a difference in the court and in the lives of the youth,” she says. Scholtz was asked to fulfil the role as the secretary, strategist and event planner to take Lomond Court back. “In the past, this court was one of the fiercest courts in Hanover Park. With the help of Houston, a true leader and passionate about helping others and the community, we hope to take the court and residents to new heights and to see what effect the planned
BELGRAVIA
Seniors treated to relaxation AVRIL FILLIES
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ore than 40 vendors showcased their wares at the third annual Market Day of the Belgravia Islamic Society (BIS) in Belgravia High School at the end of last year. The BIS also hosted 60 senior citizens for
an afternoon of relaxation, and they were entertained by Yusuf Fischer from the Voice of the Cape (VOC) radio station. “The money raised at the Market Day will be used for the day to day running of the Masjied Nurus-Salaam and to pay the salaries to the Madrassah (Muslim school) teachers. The Golden Hour programme of
Escorting seniors into the hall is chair of Belgravia Islamic Society, Omar Majiet, sisters Janet (79) and Doreen (77) Coulson and secretary of BIS, Zainoeniessah Diedericks.
VOC was broadcast live from the event,” says Zainoenissah Diedericks, secretary of BIS. The senior citizens received a light lunch and some treats, like a toiletry pack, a fruitluxury basket and a towel set. Most of the seniors were older than 75 years and the oldest person was Jawahir Floris, aged 99. BIS was established 46 years ago and is situated on the corner of 7th Avenue and Salaam Street in Belgravia. BIS incorporates the Masjied and the Belgravia Islamic Society Madrassa. “We teach approximately 100 children between the ages of five and 19 years in Islamic Studies. I am sure most of the seniors enjoyed the few hours of being pampered and entertained. Fun was had by all, the seniors, the vendors, the supporters and the volunteers,” she says.
changes will have on the community,” she says. According to her, they all hope to make Lomond Court a beacon of hope in Hanover Park, spreading the change from area to area. Currently, the Lomond Court NHW consists of 28 members and they all want to make a change to the lives of the people of Hanover Park by giving them hope. The Blikkie Band was established in 2018 and consists of a group of children who just came together to make music. “The band needs musical instruments and a music teacher to be skilled and to get exposure. We are also looking for sponsors to donate sweaters with their names on. For any donations, contact Cheryl Isaacs or me on 084 991 9025,” Scholtz says.
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POLICING
Top cop outlines her new vision for the new year R
ecently appointed Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Yolisa Matakata, took up her post on Monday 6 January. She kicked the day off with a meeting with the police’s Western Cape provincial management and community policing forum (CPF) representatives at the premier’s office. Shortly afterwards, the deputy minister of police, Cassel Mathale, and the national
commissioner of police, Gen Khehla Sitole, presented Matakata to the premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, and MEC for community safety, Albert Fritz. Addressing the media after these two engagements, Matakata outlined a new vision for policing in the province. High up on her list of priorities is the building of cohesion within the police’s Western Cape management team thereby
Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Yolisa Matakata addresses the media at the premier’s office on Monday 6 December.
ensuring police officers are accountable and responsive to community needs. That, in her view, will guarantee quality service delivery. She acknowledged that policing the province is no mean feat, but, with all role players on board, she and her management team were set on stamping the authority of the state. During her tenure, the capacitation of police stations as the first line of defence in dealing with serious violent crimes will be intensified. In essence, human and physical resources will be distributed to where the needs are. Policing will also be supported by an effective detection service that will investigate and solve reported cases. In a bid to ensure all citizens of the Western Cape are and feel safe, an effective intelligence capacity will underpin all policing efforts. “I have been keeping an eye on the issue of crime in this province, including crimes against women and children plaguing certain communities. An aggressive response, that involves all stakeholders, is required. Also, the main generators of serious violent crimes, namely drugs, alcohol and illegal firearms, are what we will be focussing on,” says Matakata. In her view, boots on the ground are key in addressing crime, but dealing with socioeconomic factors that impede policing initiatives remains crucial. Matakata appealed for support and commitment from all stakeholders.
Inmates families extorted in scam Correctional services has issued a statement, warning members of the public of a fraudulent scheme which extorts money from family members of newly incarcerated offenders at Pollsmoor Maximum Security Prison. The area commissioner of Pollsmoor management, Clifford Mketshane, says there have been reports of family members receiving anonymous, threatening phone calls in relation to offenders at the prison. “According to the B Order under Chapter 1 Admission of Prisoners, Standard Minimum Rule 44 (3), prisoners (un-sentenced and sentenced) must be given the opportunity to inform their next-of-kin of their admission to prison and furnish the address details themselves (should they so wish). If the prisoner does not wish his/her next-of-kin to be informed of his/her imprisonment, this must be indicated on the back of the warrant and the prisoner must sign next to this entry.” Mketshane says certain offenders manipulate this right by offering an unauthorised cellphone to newly incarcerated offenders. “By doing so they now have the contact details of the family at hand and this gives them the opportunity to extort money from family members of the newly incarcerated offender.” He says that a call received from a cellphone number by someone purporting to be a correctional services official should not be regarded as an official call. “The correctional centre admissions office will phone you from a landline to inform you where the offender is incarcerated and if he or she has bail or a fine that needs to be paid,” says Mketshane. V For more information on visits or the whereabouts of an offender, sentenced or unsentenced, call Pollsmoor switchboard on 021 700 1170.
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Internship opportunities for matriculants Applications for the 2020 Premier’s Advancement of Youth (PAY) internship programme are now open. The PAY project will provide matriculants first work experience and training beginning Wednesday 1 April until Wednesday 31 March next year. “The PAY project allows young people the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the public sector, and build their CVs and skills sets, making them
more marketable and employable in the future,” says Western Cape premier, Alan Winde. The successful candidates will be placed in opportunities across all 13 Western Cape Government departments. A full recruitment guide is available on their website: www.westerncape.gov.za. V For assistance with applications, call 0860 142 142 or the PAY office at 021 483 0743/7 between 08:00 and 16:00 on weekdays.
ENVIRONMENT
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unique and quirky art installation aimed at creating awareness around an unknown plastic pollutant and its risk has hit beaches and popular attractions around the country. The Kiickbutt initiative was initiated more than a year ago but gained momentum over the last month. The initiative is aimed at simulating the magnitude of damage created by irresponsible disposal of the butts and what animals encounter as they come across the butts in nature. The 19 life-sized butts are created from decommissioned telephone poles, spray painted to resemble cigarette butts. The installation is funded by WRAPP waste who were motivated to get involved through their passion for responsible waste removal. Clive Amsel, WRAPP CEO, installion artist and environmentalist, says many people do not realise the cigarette butts are actually made of plastic and are one of National Geographic’s top listed plastic pollutants in the world. While they may look like white cotton, the basis of most cigarette filters is a plastic named cellulose acetate, which can take up to 10 years to fully decompose. The environmental risk is increased in the fact that filters are designed to absorb the contaminants in cigarettes and prevent them from going into the lungs. These contaminants include cadmium, arsenic and lead which are then released into waterways or ingested by animals. “We chose areas that are environmentally sensitive areas but also areas where people tend to smoke and leave their butts,” says Amsel. “As you walk along the beach or take a hike anywhere in the country, you will find cigarette butts scattered all over the place, defacing the natural beauty of your surroundings.”
Amsel recently also collected a 2F bottle full of butts while hiking up the Platteklip Gorge trail. The identified areas included Lion’s Head, Llandudno, Table View, Scarborough, Fish Hoek, Platteklip Gorge, Kommetjie and Umhlanga beaches, Tokai, Zeekoevlei and the Cederberg mountains. Amsel says the installation will be around until June and move to other locations, weather dependent. “It seems like a small thing but it has a butterfly effect, a lot of small things add up to a big problem,” says Amsel. Another area of focus is the CBD, as Amsel says many drivers discard of their butts on side walks and out car windows. “This enters the stormwater systems, goes out to sea and affects our marine life and shellfish. We end up eating that,” he says. The butts have already caused a stir and Amsel hopes it will change people’s minds about irresponsible disposal of their cigarette butts, and decrease the toxic waste caused by discarded cigarette butts. It is estimated that 18 million cigarettes are smoked around the world daily. “It is a personal choice whether or not to smoke, but at least throw the discarded cigarette butts into the nearest waste bin,” he says. “We are not educating people against smoking, but rather to discard butts in a dust bin or controlled environment.” Aside from the toxicity, the butts also pose a major fire risk. One of the biggest reported veld fires which started on Table Mountain in 2007 was caused by a tourist who discarded of a smouldering cigarette butt out of his car window. Amsel says they have enough funding to run until June and hope to secure additional funding to assist them in continuing at more locations beyond this date. V Follow the Kiickbutt initiative on Facebook and Instagram for more.
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SCHOOLS
Failing doesn’t make you a failure RACINE EDWARDES @RaeEdwardes
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aiting for and receiving their matric results can be an exciting time for learners but for some, the stress of finding out whether they passed or failed may be more than they can bear. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag), who deal with more than 600 calls daily, have promised to be there for all matriculants after the release of exam results to equip them with the right information to navigate their stress during this diffi-
cult time. While the results came out on Wednesday 8 January, Sadag board member and clinical psychologist Zamo Mbele warns family members to be aware of the long time effects. “The impact of that will continue into the future whether it’s weeks or months,” says Mbele. “(In) managing the anxiety and disappointment of poor results, parents and family may first want to be aware of their own response and not put that too onto the learner. “It is also important to distance the result
from the person. Failing at something does not make one a failure,” Mbele adds. Between January and September last year, Sadag received almost 180 000 calls to its suicide helpline. The group reported that suicide is the second leading cause of death in youth between the ages of 15 and 24 in South Africa. In addition to the help provided by the group, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) also wishes to alert all learners and parents of the services that it offers. “Trauma takes various forms and
shapes,” said the DSD’s minister, Sharna Fernandez, in a statement. “It is largely out of an individual’s control when it takes place. There is no doubt that one’s disappointment around their matric results may trigger trauma.” DSD has trained professionals, who are more than willing to assist those who require psycho-social support during what may be a very difficult time. V The public can access DSD’s services by visiting any of the department’s regional or local offices closest to them, or by contacting the DSD hotline on 0800 220 250.
Former Miss SA adds doctor to her resume After a seven-year journey at the University of Cape Town (UCT) – which included overcoming Tuberculosis (TB) – former Miss South Africa, Tamaryn Green graduated with her MBChB at the end of last year. The 25-year-old said she was excited to receive her medical degree and to start making a difference in the lives of people who need it most. And while she admitted that medicine was not her first career choice, she said she is right where she is meant to be. “I made the decision to study medicine because my father always wanted to be a doctor, but couldn’t. The apartheid era brought many challenges that prevented him from pursuing the career,” she said. “I am blessed that once I started studying medicine, I realised that I really have a love for it. I’d love to make a difference in people’s lives by helping and healing.” Green was diagnosed with TB in the mid-
dle of her second year. At the time, she remembers having only one thought: don’t tell anyone. And for a while, she didn’t. But as time passed, she realised that keeping silent about contracting TB was a mistake. Green realised that she could use her diagnosis to educate young South Africans on the potentially fatal disease and help break the stigma attached to TB, especially among the youth. Her seven years as a medical student in UCT’s Faculty of Health Sciences included the full year Green took a leave of absence to concentrate on her Miss SA duties. In 2018, after she was crowned Miss SA, her role required her to decide on a campaign for her reign. By then it had been three years since she was diagnosed and cured of TB. She knew the message she wanted to spread about the effects of TB would be relevant to fellow South Africans.
However, she was unsure of how people would react. After discussing her idea with a Miss SA organiser, and receiving full support, she pitched the idea to the pageant board. The Miss SA platform was the perfect fit for her #BreakTheStigmaCampaign. Green said opening up about contracting the disease proved to be healing. “Wanting to deal with my illness by myself was emotionally and mentally taxing. Opening up about it felt like a weight being lifted off my shoulders,” she said. Green received an outpouring of support from TB survivors and became a World Health Organisation and national department of health ambassador. In September 2018, she addressed the United Nations’ firstever high-level panel on TB. “This experience has taught me never to be afraid to open up about challenges or adversity – and to ask for help,” she said.
Former Miss South Africa, Tamaryn Green, having completed her medical degree at the University of Cape Town, is looking forward to making a difference in people’s lives. PHOTO: WILLEM BOTHA
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CAPE TOWN
A performance that fascinates T
he Hucksters, an acid-tongued exploration of a casual sexual encounter gone awry, will run at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio for a short season from Wednesday 22 January to Saturday 1 February. The play opened to rave reviews and soldout performances last year. Award-winning playwright Louis Viljoen, known for his bitingly sharp works such The Kingmakers, The Pervert Laura and The Demon Bride, directs the award-winning duo Emily Child (The Pervert Laura, The Road to Mecca, Contractions) and Nicholas Pauling (A Steady Rain, Blue/ Orange and The Father) and Nicholas Pauling. A man and a woman meet after not seeing each other for years and what starts off as a
romantic, booze-fuelled evening, slowly begins to unravel into a psychological mystery as an incident from their shared history rears its head. The mistakes of the past become the horrors of the present as these two broken people dig into their previous lives and the lies that lead them to each other. The Hucksters has been described as Viljoen’s best work yet with Theatre Scene Cape Town calling it a “blistering masterpiece”. Writer and literary critic, Karina M Szczurek, described it as “thought-provoking … fantastic performances. It takes a lot of skill to capture the messiness of human encounters with the pressures of violence, complexity and trauma in play”. Viljoen has won Fleur du Cap Theatre awards for Champ in 2013 and The Kingmakers in 2015, both for Best New South African Script and he was the recipient of the Rosalie van der Gucht Best New Director award for his plays, The Kingmakers and The Pervert Laura. Set and lighting design is by Niall Griffin (Tuesdays With Morrie, The Last Five Years, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hedwig and The Angry Inch). The play contains explicit language and scenes of a sexual nature so there is an age restriction of 18 years. Emily Child and Nicholas Pauling in The Hucksters. PHOTO: V Tickets are R130 and booking is BARBARA LOOTS through Webtickets or Pick n Pay stores.
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MAKING MUSICAL HISTORY: Award-win-
A BLUES EXPERIENCE NOT TO BE MISSED: International blues guitarist and singer-songwriter, Doc Maclean returns to South Africa to embark on his solo acoustic N’ganga Blues tour at Villa Pascal on Friday 31 January. Tickets cost R400 per person and include a two-course dinner. Doors open at 18:30 for dinner and the show starts at 20:00. Booking is advised. To book, call 082 569 4147, 021 975 2566 or go to www.villapascal.co.za.
ning Santoor player, Rahul Sharma is joining forces with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Brandon Phillips for a magical confluence of the rich traditions of Indian and Western classical music on Friday 21 February in the Artscape Opera House. This world-first concert, Symphony of Santoor, will journey through Indian classical ragas, folk, and light classical music compositions, rearranged for orchestra by Sharma, with the 100-stringed santoor as the starring soloist. Aside from the 46-piece orchestra, Rahul will also be accompanied by a team of musicians from India. Tickets cost between R200 and R600 at Computicket.
Lighthouse Family to shine at GrandWest The Lighthouse Family will perform in South Africa for the first time at the Grand Arena, GrandWest, on Tuesday 24 March. The band has sold 10 million records over the past 25 years. The duo, Tunde Baiyewu and Paul Tucker, formed Lighthouse Family at Newcastle University in the early 1990s. After releasing three albums, they went their separate ways in the early 2000s. Now, almost 20 years later, they have joined forces again to release their fourth album. Their first album, Ocean Drive, released in 1995, went six times platinum and stayed on the album charts for three years, selling 2.75 million copies. They released their second album Postcards from Heaven in 1997, with three top-ten singles – Raincloud, High and Lost in Space – and two top-30 hits. The album also went six times platinum, charting across Europe, the Far East, Australia and New Zealand; selling four
million albums globally. Their third album Whatever Gets You Through The Day, released in 2001, produced the top-10 single I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be. Three years ago, the two began working on their fourth album, Blue Sky In Your Head. They have produced this with the same team they used when they were at their radio-dominating peak, including Colin Barlow, the talent scout who discovered them, and Keith Armstrong, their first manager. “This is such a good 90s band with so many memorable hits,” says Elouise Matthys, spokesperson for GrandWest. “The frontman, Baiyewu, has an incredible, almost effortless, soulful voice that you can’t help enjoying. I am looking forward to their latest album.” Tickets are available from Computicket and Big Concerts, starting from R515. Doors open at 19:30 and the show starts at 20:30.
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Tunde Baiyewu and Paul Tucker of the Lighthouse Family are heading to Cape Town to perform their chart-topping songs, in March.
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Nearly 150 babies born on New Year’s Day Public health facilities throughout the Western Cape reported the birth of 149 babies, comprising 67 boys and 82 girls on New Year’s Day, 1 January. The first, a boy, was born at 00:00 at Mowbray Maternity Hospital to mother Zahraah Abrahams. The second was a boy born at 00:13 at Paarl Hospital to Noluyeye Plati. A girl, born at 00:16 at Worcester Community Day Centre to Mellody Bhulawa, was third. Twin sisters were born at 12:10 and 12:11 at Tygerberg Hospital to Chwayita Rubela. Triplets (two boys and a girl) were born at 21:20, 21:35 and 22:00 at Oudtshoorn Hospital to Shadowne Everts. Mowbray maternity was the busiest with 24 births recorded, followed by Tyger-
berg Hospital with 21 births. “I would like to congratulate all new parents on the birth of their babies on this New Year’s Day. We wish them the very best with new additions to their families. “The first 1 000 days of a child’s life is very important. Provide them with a safe environment and good nutrition,” says Western Cape minister of health, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo.
Sr Gillian Hendricks, midwife at Mowbray Maternity Hospital, with mom Zahraah Abrahams who gave birth to the first baby born this New Year’s day.
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hanks to the City of Cape Town’s Identikidz programme, 318 children who were lost on 16 of the Western Cape’s beaches were reunited with their parents this school holidays. Since the start of the programme in midDecember (“Identikids makes a return to beaches,” People’s Post 17 December), more than 121 335 children have been tagged. The programme, which registers and issues young beach visitors with an identification armband, has grown significantly. Already nearly 50% more children were tagged this season. The City is quick to point out, however, that it is not a babysitting service and should not replace the responsibility of parents to supervise their children at all times while they’re on the beach. City’s Mayco member for community services and health, councillor Zahid Badroodien, says it simply means that should a child wander off, the City is able to find their family. “All the children who were lost on our beaches were reunited with loved ones and to date this year, there has been a decrease in the number of children lost. For the
same time during the previous season, 82 519 children were tagged and 523 lost,” says Badroodien. Factors which contributed to children going missing on beaches include: . Children come to the beaches without parents or an adult; . Parents are intoxicated and don’t realise the child is gone; . Parents who leave the beach without their children; and . Parents do not supervise their children while they are on the beach. In terms of water safety, there have been no further drowning incidents since before Christmas, with the confirmed number of fatalities at 13. “We continue to run awareness campaigns to highlight the most common reasons for drowning, to encourage water safety and provide other important information that may reduce potential risks when swimming. Despite our best efforts, bathers still neglect their own safety and our lifeguards have their hands full keeping everyone safe,” says Badroodien. The programme concluded on Sunday 12 January. The weather is set to remain ideal for the beach as the peak of summer approaches and bathers are reminded to heed the instructions of lifeguards and to obey the rules which are there for their safety. “There are still many beach-going days ahead and I want to commend the lifeguards for a job well done. Visitors to the beach have a role to play and I implore them to remain in the designated bathing areas at all times, swim only at beaches where lifeguards are on duty, and to The City of Cape Town’s Identikidz programme has tagged not drink and swim,” adds more than 121 335 kids this school holidays. Badroodien. KARA0KE22-QK140120
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t was disheartening for SA Sevens player Darren Adonis, originally from Mitchell’s Plain, when he could not make his debut in the SA Academy team in Dubai last month due to an injury he picked up during training. “The reality sunk in immediately at the training that I could not participate in an event that I was looking forward to. I am sure that each player in a similar position would feel the same way after looking forward to play for their country and picks up an injury before you set foot on the big stage. I was not only disheartened but also frustrated, and discovering that I had a grade two shoulder tear added to the gloom. Beside my better judgement, I actively participated in the third day of the event, leading to two weeks of unbearable pain,” he says. He left Mitchell’s Plain as a child and moved to Melkhoutfontein, a small town about ten minutes from Stilbaai. Here he completed his primary school at the Bertie Barnard Primary School. He did his high school at Oakdale High School in Riversdale.
“After completing my schooling in 2016 I was recruited into the junior team of the Bloemfontein Cheetahs. I was fortunate to be part of the triumphant senior team during the 2019 Currie Cup. I also joined the SA Sevens Team, also known as the Blitzboks, in October last year,” Darren says. He was born into a supportive family and each one played a role in his rugby career. “They not only played a vital role in my journey as a sportsman, but also in my upbringing. If I had to pick an individual that had the most influence, it would be my mother. She has always been an unwavering pillar that I could depend on no matter the circumstances,” he says. Darren’s main objectives in 7s rugby are to play on the HSBC World Series circuit, participating in more tournaments, the Olympics in Japan and hopefully partake in the 7s Rugby World Cup in 2022 in Cape Town. Darren Adonis.
“I don’t really have any hobbies. In all honesty, I have dedicated a great portion of my life to rugby, and by doing so I gave up on the opportunity to find hobbies. When I am awarded ‘down time’ it is spent with friends, family and my partner,” he says. Being small in stature he was constantly told that he would never make it in the rugby world and that is why he admires Cheslin Kolbe. “We are more or less the same build and height. Cheslin was told that due to his physique he wouldn’t amount to much, but he went on to prove all the naysayers wrong. Just look at his performance during the Rugby World Cup in Japan last year. “My experience with the Cheetahs is one that consists of countless lessons, both good and bad memories, lifetime friendships, and most importantly: if you want to obtain good results, you have to work for it. I also played in four Pro14
matches for the Cheetahs,” he says. When he was selected for the academy team he was filled with excitement and anticipation. “Although I could not participate in every game in Dubai it was a memorable experience, especially when we won the gold medal in the international invitational men’s competition. “My message to young players is to never give up. The road to success will never be an easy one. There will always be naysayers and there will always be criticism. It is up to you to decide whether you’re going to allow these bumps in the road to derail you or if you’re going to set your mind to it and never give up,” Darren says. He is currently training at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sports in preparation for the next two legs of the HSBC Series in FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton, New Zealand on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 January; and on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 February in the Bankwest Stadium in Sydney, Australia. These two legs will be held at the end of the month and the team will be announced by the coach, Neil Powell, before they leave our shores.
WELL-MATCHED CONTENDERS: Phillip Johnson of Bellstar United, in purple, clears the ball ahead of a challenge by Junction Rovers player Shafiek Sarelina, during a SAFA CT regional third division league game played in Heideveld on Friday 10 January. Rovers came back from a 2-0 deficit in the second half to salvage a draw in front of a large crowd at the Heideveld sport complex. PHOTO: RASHIED ISAACS