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At a vigil held on Sunday 1 March, residents erected donated crosses in memory of their slain family members at the entrance of Ocean View.
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No peace in sight RACINE EDWARDES @RaeEdwardes
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here is still no end in sight to the gun and gang violence – or the sale of drugs – raging through the Ocean View community, even after residents held a peaceful protest through its streets on Sunday 23 February. After two people were killed in Ocean View last week, a 31-year-old man and a seven-year-old girl caught in the crossfire of an alleged gang shooting, the residents said enough is enough. Ocean View police spokesperson, Sgt Leon Fortuin, confirmed the shooting incident which took place on Tuesday 25 February. “It is alleged that rival gangs were shooting at each other and the deceased were hit in the crossfire. Witnesses are being questioned as to the identity of the suspect(s).” Peaceful protest On 23 February, about 500 residents from Ocean View and neighbouring communities, ward councillors Patricia Franke and Simon Liell-Cock, police, law enforcement
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and neighbourhood watches took to the streets – not only to march for peace but also to confront known drug dealers. Resident Winston Quickfall said the community was taking action against this persistent problem. “The community has now actually started to want to fight the crime here and the problem is that we do not have enough resources. People are sick of this – abduction and murder of children, rape of women, drugs and gangsterism.” The hordes of people marched strategically through the community, making pit stops at the homes of known gangsters, drug dealers and drug dens. “Enough is enough,” they chanted, outside each residence. Liell-Cock, ward 61 councillor, explained the only reason these known criminals are still out on the streets is that they have never been caught red-handed. “These guys know exactly when to hide their drugs. They make sure that they don’t have them when the police come to raid their houses.” A resident, who wanted to remain anonymous for safety reasons, added: “That’s why they give the drugs to the children to sell –
because they think the police won’t arrest them because they are young.” Liell-Cock said residents’ fear of reporting criminals to the police is just one of the major factors hindering the justice system. “The detectives here in Ocean View caught a major criminal just the other day but when they brought the woman in to identify him, she wouldn’t. She wouldn’t open a case. And the police can’t do anything without a case being opened.” While many incidents go unreported due to fear of the “drug lords” in the area, Quickfall says there may be other reasons preventing locals from going to the police. “There are parents who know about these things (crimes committed by their children) and they are not owning up. So if they are benefitting from it, then it’s wrong. I’m a parent myself, I’m a grandfather too, and I wouldn’t like to see all of them go through what is happening today.” Gun-wielding resumes The gun-violence did not let up after the protest was held. Resident Wade Crouwster took to Facebook on Monday 24 February at
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about 06:00 to say: “After our march yesterday, these idiots still have the audacity to run around with guns openly displayed and shoot as if they’re in a d*** Western movie.” According to residents, the “young hoodlums” of the community also used their weapons the day before the march. Quickfall said: “Like yesterday, during the course of the day, there was gun shooting and they went up the road here and stationary cars were shot at. “I don’t know what they’re trying to prove – and it’s the youngsters. We need to stop this now – enough is enough.” He urged the government to intervene. “We need the government to stand up. We want Cyril Ramaphosa, our president, to stand up!” Violence erupts Tensions between residents and gangs came to a head on Wednesday 26 February. This was at about 23:00, after a gathering was held and a prayer was said for Emaan Solomons (7) and others who were lost to gang warfare. V Continued on page 2.
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FROM PAGE 1 Residents alleged that the demonstration was led by a renowned group. Residences in Ocean View were torched in a full-on attack against the gangs, in retalia-
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tion to the murders they have committed. Fortuin said homes were set alight in Apollo Way, Alpha Way and Scorpio Road. According to another resident who also would like to remain anonymous for fear of victimisation, the houses set on fire were those of the gang members identified by residents on the previous Sunday. “To be honest, this is not the end of the Ocean View community. They’ve been holding Ocean View as a community hostage,” said the resident. Police presence was beefed up in Ocean View on Thursday 27 February, following the violent demonstrations. Mayco member for safety and security JP Smith said in a statement: “The City of
Cape Town has decided to direct some of the staff employed in terms of the Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (Leap), to support existing City enforcement services and police working in Ocean View to quell a flareup of violence in recent days.” Smith said the community should refrain from taking the law into their own hands.
Two caught for Emaan’s murder “Two men, aged 19 and 27, were arrested following the murder of a seven-year-old girl who was caught in the crossfire between rival gangs in Libra Street, Ocean View,” Western Cape police spokesperson Brig Novela Potelwa said. Eben Basson and Chivargo Fredericks al-
so face a charge of the attempted murder of Anees Davis in the shooting on Tuesday.
The way forward Fortuin said the anti-gang unit has confirmed that they will be in the area every day until further notice. He added: “We have requested the assistance of external role players, and JP Smith tasked members of law enforcement to be in the area as well.” The provincial minister of the department of social development (DSD) condemned the violence. “We can no longer be the nation that is at war with its own children.” She urges all residents of the province to make use of the DSD’s child protection services by calling 0800 220 250.
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Hundreds of residents of Ocean View and neighbouring communities took to the streets in a display of solidarity against violence in the gang-war-torn community. PHOTOS: RACINE EDWARDES
Love and peace are the values residents of Ocean View are fighting for.
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urn it down!” is probably the phrase I say the most. Now there are others that I am intimately familiar with, for example, “put your dishes in the sink” or “pick up your clothes”, or “go bath”, but I have found that none of them are as soul destroying as the first one. And here is why. These three words just don’t seem to have any effect. Or, should I say, a very limited one. It takes a mere five minutes – and I know, because I have timed it – for the volume to mysteriously return or even exceed the original offending noise level. What really gets me, though, is my kids’ stock-standard response to this directive: “What, I can’t hear you?” Well, of course you can’t. And that brings me to the second reason why I loathe uttering these words – the many years of emotional pain and suffering (endured by me) they represent. Before you start thinking that I’m being overly dramatic; sound torture is a thing. Apparently loud music is a type of psycho-
logical warfare used to break the will of prisoners. Just this past Sunday, for instance, while in the midst of a very rare afternoon nap, I was jolted out of my bed by the sound of Camila Cabello singing “Right now, I’m shameless. Screamin’ my lungs out for ya”. Yip, one of my kids is a teenager, and, yes, her room is right next to mine. Don’t get me wrong, while the AmericanCuban singer’s hit song is a huge improvement on Barney the purple dinosaur’s “I love you, you love me”, it is still not exactly, well, music to my ears. Rather it’s causing a ringing in my ears. And that got me thinking. What if this noise that I continue to hear even after the kids have gone to bed is not just a sign of my rapidly declining mental health? What if it is actually a sign that – after 13 years of listening to shrieks, tantrums and various Power Rangers theme songs (at full volume) – it is time to have my hearing tested? With today, 3 March, being World Hearing Day, I guess there is no better time than
the present. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), one billion young people, aged 12 to 35, are at risk for hearing loss due to recreational exposure to loud sound. According to the organisation’s website, symptoms indicating the onset of hearing loss include a ringing sensation in the ear, known as tinnitus; frequently missing parts of a conversation; or a tendency to increase the volume of television, radio or audio devices. Is anybody else really concerned right now? But, not to worry, I’ve come up with a plan. First, I’m going to download the WHO’s free “hearWHO” app to all our devices. The app allows you to check your hearing regularly and to intervene early in case of hearing loss. And, secondly, I am going to take back (volume) control by confiscating all of the TV remotes. Starting tomorrow. Yes, I know. You’ve heard that one before. - Nettalie Viljoen
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Business owners get crucial tips RACINE EDWARDES @RaeEdwardes
group that runs these services. He said their offering is one of few in the community and they would like to grow. “What we’re struggling with now is, in order for us to have an association in Ocean View – the same as a taxi association – we need to have 12 operators. The problem is to find 12 operators with the same mindset and share the same ideas and vision as the group. We have eight people now and need to get four more,” he said.
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Another business owner, Anwhar Adams, sells natural oils which relieve pain, dry skin and lips, headaches, cuts and scrapes, insect bites and more. While people are always interested in the products he retails at various markets, he said his main challenge is expanding his reach. He asked: “Across the country, they’re wanting to know how they can get my products; that is what I’m struggling with. May-
n an effort to empower Ocean View business owners, a budding entrepreneur has offered her consultation services to address the needs of the community. In a discussion with the group of 15 owners, Siobhan Pheiffer, a business consultant and the organiser of the business forum, was able to identify some of their challenges. The business forum, held in collaboration by Siobhan Jozelle Consulting and The Community Development Foundation (CDF) Western Cape, was deemed a great success by organisers and business owners who attended. Dawood Davis, a retired carpenter, said while he had been taking on some odd jobs here and there, he would like to start his own business and empower others in Ocean View through job creation. “I want to employ people to do the job. What’s happening in Ocean View is that the youth are roaming around (without work).” But to empower them, he said: “I need to get registered and get a tax number. I need to start my business – I don’t even know how to register.” Business owner Denzel Petersen has been running a taxi service in Ocean View for several years. Through the years he was able to connect with like-minded people to form a Business owners attended a forum to discuss and assess their business needs.
be I could do a webpage – just for products and feedback – where people can go on and I can work directly with the people?” Wafaa Adburahman from CDF touched on business ethics during the session. “Ethics in business are very important, and what irks me is that when we do things for other people, we want to be fancy because they can pay that money. But when we do things for the community, we think it can be secondhand. Even if you do things for your community, you need to do it professionally,” she urged. Pheiffer said she hoped to have the answers to these and other questions raised at the forum in two weeks’ time – in time for the next forum meeting. “My offering includes business registration and free mentoring but the other part of that is to bring in people to do what I cannot – people who can come and talk or hold workshops.” A representative from Sanlam will attend the next meeting to assist the residents with financial education. V To join the next session, to inquire about fees or for more information, contact Siobhan on siobhan@siobhanjconsulting.co.za.
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ocal organisations have joined hands to create the first EcoHoek market soon to open at Fish Hoek beach. Leigh Barrett of the community initiative Revamp The Valley and Lizelle Coombs from Angels Resource Centre have conceptualised a market that combines social activity, entrepreneurship, economic development and environmental education. Reflecting on the market, Barrett said: “We believe the Fish Hoek valley region can become the eco-capital of South Africa with innovation and entrepreneurial development leading the way.” The market will take place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March (the weekend of the
Cape Town Cycle Tour) at eZone Fish Hoek, 81A Main Road, Fish Hoek. The Angels Resource Centre eZone is a social franchise and micro-incubator, providing a supportive environment for local entrepreneurs. It offers hot desks and free WiFi, business admin and financial services and meeting rooms available for the community’s use. At the EcoHoek market, the maker will be the seller. “EcoHoek promotes local artisans who create products that are recycled, upcycled, or otherwise environmentally friendly. At EcoHoek, the vendor is the maker, and they must be knowledgeable about their product.
The beauty of markets is that innovation is possible: craftspeople can create and test the market for their innovative products,” Barrett added. EcoHoek has strict rules to protect local entrepreneurs working in the eco-space, as well as to ensure customers know they are supporting locally-made products. The vendor handbook lays out all the guidelines – all items must be locally produced and approved by a products standard committee. V The vendor handbook and application form is available at eZone, on the EcoHoek Facebook page, or on the EcoHoek website at www.ecohoek.com. For more information, call Leigh Barrett at ecohoek@gmail.com.
City of Cape Town endorses pet adoption Wednesday 25 February marked World Spay Day. Mayco member for safety and security, JP Smith, paid a visit to the Cape of Good Hope SPCA adoption centre in Grassy Park. The reason for his visit was twofold: to raise awareness on responsible pet ownership and to show his support for the Cape Animal Welfare Forum’s (CAWF) drive to home more pets. Smith, a patron of the CAWF, says the City’s law enforcement unit is tasked with the enforcement of the Animal By-law, which in turn makes animal welfare one of the department’s many pressing concerns.
“Cape Town has a booming animal population as the many appeals for pet adoption attest to, but also the many litters of puppies and kittens that are born each year – often with no real prospect of a loving home or secure future,” says Smith. This year, the City will partner with the CAWF to help raise awareness on issues such as ensuring pets are spayed to prevent unwanted litters; keeping only the recommended number of pets as outlined in the bylaw; ensuring pets do not roam the streets; and ensuring they are properly cared for, fed and up to date with their vaccinations. It will also support an adoption drive in
the run up to World Animal Day on Sunday 4 October. “I call on Capetonians to open their hearts and homes to a four-legged friend or two, if it is within their means, and if they can honour the commitment to offer a lifelong home to a dog or cat in need,” he says. The City has paid for a total of 10 376 pet sterilisation procedures since 2013. Since the beginning of the year, the law enforcement department has impounded 89 animals and issued 31 notices for contravention of the Animal By-law, totaling R25 600. They’ve also attended to 92 complaints and opened 41 dockets for further investigation.
Beach ablution facilities take a tumble The Deep South coastline will see two buildings demolished next month as part of the City of Cape Town’s efforts to revitalise the coast and create opportunities. The City council approved the demolition of the buildings located along the coast at Strand, Monwabisi, Sonwabe, Macassar, Simon’s Town, Witsand, and Table View, on 31 October last year. Mayco member for spatial planning and environment Marian Nieuwoudt said the buildings are structurally unsafe, badly vandalised or damaged by coastal processes. “Some are illegally occupied and used for anti-social and criminal activities. Also, the buildings blemish our beautiful coastline and they pose a health and safety risk.” Five of the eight structures identified for demolition have since been removed. The remaining three structures, two of which fall in the Deep South, Frank’s Bay ablution facility and Witsand ablution, and the Table View ablution facility will be demolished in the second phase of the project, commencing in April. “Given that it would cost the City nearly R170 million to replace these facilities, the department recommended that removal is the most sustainable and socially responsible solution,” said Nieuwoudt. The City asks residents and visitors to adhere to the signage as the affected areas will not be accessible to the public while the demolitions are ongoing. Projects will be rolled out along the coast during the next three years to refurbish certain beaches and structures. These upgrades will include Seaforth beach and surrounds, the Glencairn beach parking and refurbishment of the walkway to the tidal pool and the upgrade of Muizenberg beach. “We will complete hard engineering solutions to protect the coast,” said Nieuwoudt. According to the City, by removing buildings from sensitive and dynamic coastal zones, they will reduce future infrastructure risk due to climate change.
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Agatha Christie’s play comes alive RACINE EDWARDES @RaeEdwardes
Christie play and it is quite Shakespearian. We’ve really done our research. It’s a beautiful play, quite rich in its history, and some hard evidence that has been lost in history comes out in the play like the fact that his name was struck from tombs.” Sue Wilkes, also a Mads member, added that the play is perfectly placed at the Masque Theatre because, according to their research, Christie quite enjoyed visiting the area. “She was a Muizenberg surfer,” she says. Opperman says this story is told by a talented mix of actors. “It’s got a big cast; there are quite a few youngsters in the play and quite a few experienced actors – like Gary Green, who is very well known to the Masque Theatre. ” Since November, the cast has been rehearsing, building sets and putting each piece of the story together meticulously. Months of historical research have been put into the show to make it as accurate as possible. “Everyone can take away a lot visually. We’ve put in months’ worth of work on the set and research and painting – with a limited budget. The community theatres bring a lot to the table. They introduce youngsters to theatre who may not have given it much thought, they showcase the local talent and
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ritten in 1937, Agatha Christie’s play Akhnaton will come to life at the Masque Theatre in Muizenberg on select days from Friday 13 to Saturday 21 March. Told through the eyes of the Muizenberg Amateur Dramatic Society (Mads), Christie’s only non-murder mystery is said to have a lot to offer for both theatre-lovers and those new to stage productions. The story is about Akhenaten (or Akhnaton), an Egyptian pharaoh who ruled during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom period of Ancient Egypt. He is famous for changing the traditional religion of Egypt from the worship of many gods to the worship of a single one named Aten. The play spans 16 years of his life; documenting his rise and fall – and even goes into detail about his removal and that of his successor, Tutankhaton, based on historical drawings and documents. CJ Opperman, who plays Horemheb in the production, has been part of amateur theatre since 2007. He says director Philippe Pringiers researched the play and quickly went on to acquire the rights in order to stage it locally. “This is a unique, one-of-a-kind Agatha
Muizenberg Amateur Dramatic Society prepares for their production of Agatha Christie’s Akhnaton. so much more,” says Opperman. While each story is important for Mads, this production is extra special because they’re relying on its success to help keep the struggling Masque Theatre open during these trying times. There is a dire need for funding. Without
it, the theatre risks being shut down and the Mads actors, who come from afar as Muizenberg, Strand, Gordon’s Bay, Fish Hoek, Constantia, Mitchell’s Plain, face losing their base. V Book at Computicket to support the production. Follow @madsct on Facebook for more info.
Collaboration and creativity light the fan walk SAMANTHA LEE-JACOBS
ble journey: sounds of South Africa” theme. From a giant eland representing the contributions of the first artists – the San, to the traditional ‘big lady’ redressed in a funky hairstyle, you can expect to see it all – even a gigantic bust of Nelson Mandela all accompanied by 2 000 ecstatic and energetic performers dressed in traditional regalia. This year’s carnival takes place on Human Rights Day, Saturday 21 March along the 1.2km of the Green Point Fan Walk, and organisers expect more than 50 000 people to turn up. Hundreds of workers are busy behind the scenes. Some of them are students who have volunteered their time to put together the show. Levern Dewee is one of them. “The carnival has become such a part of
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With enough frills, glitter, sequin, paint and everything in between to line the entire fan walk, the production of the costumes and floats for this year’s Cape Town Carnival are well under way. With a conscious mind of the environmental impact that an event of its magnitude can have, this year sees the team reusing as much as possible while creating the thousands of costumes and props that will be on display. In its 11th edition, the Cape Town Carnival will light up the streets in an explosion of colour and sound in keeping to the “Incredi-
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pride and purpose in these young people. They leave here with their eyes wide open and their imaginations alive,” says Jafta. Expect to see something different as well with a 50s inspired dance number aboard a float that represents the pulsating Saturday night Sophiatown beer halls and world-famous black South African singers and musicians. Chante Wildeman, lead performer who will be bringing this float to life alongside Unathi Makhambi, says it is a great honour to celebrate this era through dance. “To bring this music alive again after all these years is amazing,” says Wildeman. “This was to them what house music is to us today,” she says. She added that the celebration shows that “we got our soil in us” and that we are all connected through culture, music and dance. “It’s a tribute to our incredible South African music and the energy of that era, infused with traditional African sound and the influence of visiting American musicians – it’s a float that reflects the energy of creativity responding to challenging times,” says Baard. The show will be closed out with the AfroFuture float which represents a vision of what the city of tomorrow could look like. “What the wonder of AfroFuture typifies – as does this year’s overall theme – is that with our incredible diversity, massive talent and potential, South Africa has everything we need to build an amazing future together,” says Baard. People’s Post is one of the media partners of the event. The Cape Town Carnival is a free-to-view public event however seating packages are available. Visit www.capetowncarnival.com to book a seat or for more Sandiso Racula and Zoleka Mlombile create head dresses. information.
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Some of the colourful art pieces that will bring the theme to life. PHOTOS: SAMANTHA LEE-JACOBS
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Upsets order of the day GOOSAIN ABRAHAMS
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psets were the order of the day in the latest round of Western Province Cricket Association fixtures played on Saturday 29 February at the Wally Wilson Oval in Rondebosch. The three top sides vying for promotion in the First Division A section all suffered surprise defeats. Tygerberg continued their improved form, this time accounting for log leaders Green Point in convincing style winning by 34 runs. Tyger’s all-rounder Jancan Adams shone with the bat (43*) and ball. A fine knock by Ottomans captain Tariq Behardien (85) laid the foundation for their 45 run win over second-placed Primrose. Then it was the turn of veteran spinner Sadiek Davids (4/24) to put the skids under the Roses batsmen as they were dismissed for 138 in reply to Otto-
mans 183. On the third upset of the day, United beat Rylands by 18 runs in a low scoring game. The visitors could only muster 143 /8 in their allotted 50 overs. But Rylands could not get going as they lost wickets at regular intervals with Shaheed Abader (4/26) doing the damage and they were dismissed for 125. All the above results have opened the way Milnerton to enter the race for promotion following their easy 73 run win over Edgemead. In the Premier Division, Bellville upset the more fancied Durbanville side in their derby fixture winning by 60 runs, while Rondebosch remains in the hunt for league honours with a surprisingly easy eight wicket win over UWC. Cape Town was another side that romped to victory, beating Brackenfell by 10 wickets thanks to a fine unbeaten halfcentury (54*) by long-serving opener Willie Hantam. Premier league:
Bellville beat Durbanville by 60 runs. Bellville 228/8 (Marcus Fourie 67, Justin Dill 36, Aaron Smith 29; Nathan Swartz 3/60, Edward Schutte 2/32) Durbanville 168 (Nathan Swartz 37, Hayes van den Berg 34, Jaco Castle 22; Mpilo Njoloza 3/30, Justin Dill 2/29). Cape Town beat Brackenfell by 10 wickets. Brackenfell 96 (Michael Loubser 27, Christiaan Mocke 25; Bradley Petersen 4/13, Matthew Olsen 3/30). Cape Town 98/0 (William Hantam 54*, James Crowson 43*). Claremont beat Strandfontein by 88 runs Claremont 268/5 (Matthew de Villiers 103*, Brian Edwards 87; Tommy Jansen 2/52) Strandfontein 180 (Shaun Jacobs 48, Justin Gilliland 38, Egan van Aswegen 30; Josh Breed 3/48, Gavin Dickenson 2/28, Darren Stevens 2/38) Victoria beat Langa by 99 runs.
Siyabulela Plaatjie of Western Province Cricket Club during their Western Province Cricket Association Premier League 50 Overs match against UCT at Wally Wilson Oval in Rondebosch on Saturday 29 February. PHOTO: PETER HEEGER/GALLO IMAGES