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Sticky issues during U2 concert VERNA VAN DIEMEN

HILE the U2 concert at Cape Town Stadium on Friday went down a treat, it was not without a few hiccups. Local residents complained about noise and parking woes which resulted in some getting traffic fines. Their pleas have not fallen on deaf ears, and ward councillor JP Smith has set the wheels in motion to improve conditions at future stadium events. Noise testing devices have been set around Green Point and Mouille Point, as well as a monitoring mechanism to oversee traffic. Smith says the city will use the findings from these mechanisms as soon as they become available, to the benefit of local residents. “We placed noise testing devices at various spots; one in Mouille Point, one in York Road, Green Point and the other one on a high hill in Green Point. “I am awaiting reports on the results of the traffic and noise level mechanisms.” During the concert, a number of Green Point residents were fined for parking illegally and some residents complained about the noise levels. But the city reported that – other than a woman going into labour during the concert – the event was

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successful and went smoothly. Louw Visagie, one of the stadium managers from the city said: “The noise levels were more or less the same as during the World Cup and the traffic went quite well.” Bob Goebel, chairperson of the Green Point Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association, admitted that some residents got traffic fines because they may not have been aware of the permit system. “No there wasn’t (enough awareness) and we must do something about it.” Goebel said residents who moved into the area after the World Cup may not have known that they needed parking discs. Four residents had called Goebel by yesterday morning (Monday) to complain about the parking fines they had received. “The parking situation was terrible. What could we expect? It was the U2 concert. It is a very serious situation but we know that the council is trying their best,” said Goebel, who also had to circle the block five times before finding parking. “I was baffled because I couldn’t find space for my own car,” he said. The parking disc system was met with delight by residents’ associations when it was approved just before the World Cup in June last year. Those who do not have discs can

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THE BIG SPLASH: Camps Bay High School held its annual InterHouse Gala at the school’s swimming pool on Tuesday 15 February. The event ends with the Big Splash, where all the matriculants jump into the pool together, a tradition that goes back many years. Photo: Suretha Rous

place a council utility bill inside their cars for traffic officers to see. Smith said: “We have to realise that if four people complained out of an area which has 8 000 properties then we did quite well.” Some people used their friends’ parking discs to park in Green Point, said Smith. “I cannot understand the desire to park in Green Point on event days. It will be the same distance to walk if you use public transport.” Locals were also frustrated by the “high noise levels” from the stadium during the concert. Goebel said he has had a number of calls about the noise but residents realise that they have to compromise if they want the stadium full. “We enjoyed the concert from our bedrooms and balconies but there is nothing we can do about the noise. Look, we need the stadium full. “It is the only way to keep our suburb neat and tidy. If it is not full

we will be loaded with exorbitant rates and taxes,” he said. In contrast, Mouille Point Ratepayers’ and Residents’ Association chairperson Jane Meyer, said she has had no complaints about parking or excessive noise levels from residents. “I think residents generally use public transport on event days. I tried to listen to the concert from my balcony in Sea Point and I could hear nothing,” she said. After the concert Smith monitored the traffic flow in the area on his motorcycle. “It took a long time for the cars to clear afterwards, but what could we expect? It was 72 000 people,” he said. Smith will meet with residents’ associations to issue the new parking discs which will be valid for a year from July 2011. It has a metallic element, cannot be photocopied and will cost R85 per year. Parking discs are available from

ratepayers’ associations. Smith said he had to install technical noise tests following mixed feedback from residents about noise levels after the Mother City Queer Project which was held at the stadium on Saturday 18 December. Some residents said the noise was unbearable while others said they could “barely hear a whisper”. Kylie Hatton, Media Manager: City of Cape Town, said: “A total of 145 traffic officers issued 69 fines in the Green Point and Sea Point area – 30 by Metro Police and 39 by the provincial traffic department. “Only three cars were towed away in the area as these were obstructing roadways.” Hatton said residents who wish to appeal their fines should go to court where the decision will be made on whether or not to reduce the fines. Sea Point police spokesperson Warrant Officer Bheki Xulu said there were no crime incidents reported during the concert.

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Tuesday 22 February 2011

Sea Point police turn away victim three times

ROCK STAR: U2’s Bono in action at the concert at Cape Town Stadium on Fri day. It was the final leg of the band’s 360 de gree tour in South Africa.

VERNA VAN DIEMEN

A MOUILLE POINT man and his child’s nanny, who were trying to report a robbery, were turned away three times from Sea Point police station.

Photo: Jaco Marais

SPIRITED FANS: Thousands of fans found what they were looking for at the U2 concert on Friday 18 February. The fan walk to the Green Point stadium was reopened for the event. Photo: Lulama Zenzile

The man, who asked to remain anonymous, says they were finally helped – on their fourth attempt. His complaint was added, on request of Ward councillor, Alderman JP Smith, to the agenda at a weekly meeting held yesterday (Monday) of the Sea Point Police, Sea Point Community Policing Forum (CPF) and other security stakeholders. Smith could not attend the meeting because he had other commitments. The CPF said they had no knowledge of the incident, but Smith said he had investigated the matter and could confirm that the man had been turned away three times before a statement was taken. The man was trying to report the mugging of his child’s nanny who, while walking with the 15-month-old baby, was approached by a well-dressed man pretending to know her. The man struck up a conversation, robbed her of a ring and casually walked back to his car before driving off. Although the woman shouted at him to give back her ring and threatened to call the police, nobody responded because they thought it was a lovers’ quarrel. The nanny immediately called 10111 from a public payphone but says she was told by the operator “well I am not there, so what can I do about it”. “Prior to finally reporting the crime to the SAPS on Thursday 10 February, I had tried to report it three times; every time being given reasons why I couldn’t, some of which were incorrect. Admittedly, I did receive friendly service with a smile, but ultimately, we are not in a restaurant,” he said. The robbery occurred at the park near the lighthouse in Mouille Point on Monday 31 January at 15:10. (“Smooth operator hits on nanny”, People’s Post, Wednesday 8 February). In the article, Smith admonished the resident for not reporting the crime immediately. Smith said: “When I initially received the complaint I immediately called the

Alderman David Bloomberg will talk on Cape Town’s Jewish Mayors at Stone Haven, 7 Albany Road, Sea Point, on Wednesday 23 February at 10:00 for 10:30. For details call Hermoine Sternberg on (021) 434-9555.

police, the Green Point Sector Policing Forum, and the urban park security. Nobody knew about the incident.” However, further investigation proved that the man had indeed made four visits to the police station before he got help, said Smith. He had also thought that the mugging occurred at the Urban Park and was not aware that it was the “adventure playground which is part of the Pavilion”. “This changes things. I thought it could not have happened at the park because we have so many security guards there. I will immediately pick up with the law enforcement at that park.” Heather Tager, chairperson of the Sea Point CPF said the issue was raised at the meeting but because they knew nothing of it, they could not respond. “I have no details about the incident. In order for us to investigate the man has to come forward. I do not have a case number and the case was not made in his name. I also need the victim to tell me which payphone she called 10111 from.” The man said he was turned away and told to come back with the nanny on his first attempt to report the crime, on Thursday 3 February. He returned the following Monday, 7 February, with the nanny but was told that she needed an identity book to make a statement. The man returned the next day (Tuesday 8 February) with the nanny and her ID and was stonewalled once again when he was told that he could not make a statement without speaking to the investigating officer first – who was not available. The man left a business card and message for the investigating officer to call him back. After receiving no phone calls from the investigating officer, he returned to the police station on Thursday 10 February and eventually spoke to the investigating officer. He could not believe his ears when the investigating officer told him that he had to make a statement first. Tager said she could only comment on the first incident. “I can understand why he was turned away the first time. Only the victim can report a crime and not someone else on behalf of them,” she said. Sea Point police spokesperson Warrant Officer Beheki Xulu, had not responded by the time of going to print. Wednesday 2 March Sybil Sands will talk on “Bring back the Past – in Memory of Percy Sieff” on Wednesday 2 March at Stone Haven, 7 Albany Road, Sea Point at 10:00 for 10:30.For details call Hermoine Sternberg on (021) 434-9555. Wednesday 9 March Ben Rabinowitz will talk on “From Bellville to Sea Point” on Wednesday 9 March at Stone Haven, 7 Albany Road, Sea Point at 10:00 for 10:30. For details call Hermoine Sternberg on (021) 434-9555.

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Tuesday 22 February 2011

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Fight for farm and foster children VERNA VAN DIEMEN

CITY MAN who has been looking after children and animals on a farm he leases is locking horns with the Departments of Public Works. This department wants André Laubscher, of Erf 81 in Tamboerskloof, off the land, claiming he is keeping animals illegally. In addition, Laubscher fears that he could lose the children he cares for after pressure from the Department of Social Development, which earlier ordered him to not keep minors on the farm. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Social Development has changed its directive – following a surprise visit to the farm by a senior staff member from their department. David McNamara, chief director of the Provincial Department of Social Development, said: “I had to have a look at the situation for myself.” He said that while the farm could be “cleaned up a bit”, he found that the children were well cared for and attending school. He also said that three underaged children at the farm is “not a large number”. “It is very much a rural environment in an urban setting. Laubscher’s ex-girlfriend is very sensible and she looks after the children.” Laubscher’s battle with Public Works, however, continues. He appeared in court on Thursday 3 February to fight an eviction from Erf 81. The case was postponed. The farm is an endowment property belonging to the National Department of Defence and is administered by Public Works, which is in the process of evicting Laubscher and two other families who live on the farm.

Choral spectacle THE Suid Afrikaanse Koorraad will be hosting its annual choral competitions on Saturday 26 February at the Cape Town City Hall. Tickets cost R30 and doors open at 15:00. On Sunday 13 March the competition will take place at the Athlone Civic Centre. Tickets cost R25 per person and doors open at 15:00. Choirs participating in both events are the Athlone Royals, Golden Classics, Hanover Stars, Hornets Sing Koor, Manor Homes, Ravensmead Sing Koor, Searidge Sporting Clubs and Woodstock Royals. For more information call Norman Duncan on 083 525 6796.

They say the animals are kept illegally and that conditions on the farm are a health hazard. Department of Public Works regional manager, Frederick Johnson, said: “He is keeping animals on the property in contravention of municipal bylaws and the general conditions prevailing on the property constitute a public health hazard.” Laubscher says Public Works will argue that they had cancelled the lease. “I think I was stubborn at one point many years ago by refusing to pay the rent for some or other reason and they may have cancelled the lease then. I don’t know. But I have paid it every month since,” he said. He believes their motive is the prime land that he is occupying. Laubscher has 10 children in his care, of which three are his biologically, a granddaughter and six “illegal” foster children, three of whom are under 18. He said the mother of two of the minor children often sleeps over on the farm, while the third minor child is at boarding school. Laubscher wants to turn the land into a “foster farm”, which he defines as any piece of open land in the city with animals, and a safe haven for children in need or in danger. The five-year battle with Public Works has, however, hindered his attempts to have the farm registered as a foster home. “I cannot get the place registered because I do not have a proper lease. A five-year lease should do the trick,” he said. Now even more than ever, he is holding onto the erf and his “foster farm” dream for dear life, saying the animals have changed so many children’s lives. The idea for a foster farm dawned on him many years ago when a bruised and battered two-year-old girl, who had been placed at the farm, refused to interact with people but instead bonded with an

animal on his farm. The Afrikaanse Christelike Vroue Vereeniging (ACVV), one of the oldest social welfare organisations in South Africa, had taken the child to the farm. “The child’s parents used to beat her with sticks. She was angry but she bonded with a puppy, which she cradled for days. She slowly started coming out of her shell.” Johan Gouws, social auxiliary worker for the ACVV, said they regularly sent children to the farm, which was registered as a safe home with the organisation for seven years. Gouws said: “We would most definitely place children at the farm again if we could. It is close to town and fantastic for the children. “We could press André’s button any time. It’s wonderful how being with animals helps the children forget about their trauma. He is wonderful with children; he teaches them art and he can speak so many African languages.” The ACVV stopped sending children to the farm six years ago when they found out that Laubscher and his wife had divorced. But Laubscher revealed to People’s Post that he and his ex-girlfriend had never been married. “We have been together for 17 years. She has a very dark tan and so in the beginning we couldn’t get married.” The pair could not settle on getting married and eventually did not. They have been apart for almost 10 years but still live on the farm in separate houses. When asked how the department had allowed the ACVV to place children at the farm if they knew that Laubscher was unmarried, Otter said: “ACVV, as our partner in this case, would only have placed children there if they felt it was safe and hygienic.” The People’s Post asked the Department of Public Works whether they had indeed cancelled Laubscher’s lease but they had not responded by the time of going to print.

FOSTER FARMER: André Laubscher is fighting the government to hold onto the farm he rents, and to keep the children he fosters illegally. He is pictured with his granddaughter, Katya. Photos: Verna van Diemen

Movie under the stars THE South African Astronomical Observatory in Cape Town invites you to a screening of the “Ancient Astronomers of Timbuktu” DVD on Saturday 26 February at 20:00. Bring along blankets as this will be an outdoor screening of the movie, depending on the weather.

After the movie, there will be stargazing, tours of the library and of the McClean museum. You can view a preview of the movie on http://www.scribesoftimbuktu.com/promo-video.php For more information contact (021) 460-9319.

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Tuesday 22 February 2011

Mountain safety meetings ‘fruitful’ GERDA VON BENECKE

AFTER several weeks of mountain users and authorities raising concerns about safety around Table Mountain, a “most fruitful” meeting was held last week.

CULTURAL GAMES: The Iziko Museum’s Summer School programme ended on a light note with an indigenous games workshop at the museum’s amphitheatre in the Company’s Gar den. The programme, featuring a series of talks, workshops and excursions, was held every Saturday from 5 to 26 February. Some of the games included jukskei (a throwing and target game), khokho (a running game) and lintonga (a traditional stick fighting game). Here Maawyah Moerat and Percy Goliath demonstrate lintonga. Foto: Lulama Zenzile

According to Community Safety MEC Albert Fritz’s spokesperson, Melany Kühn, a decision was taken at the meeting on Thursday 17 February for a steering committee to be formed to monitor the situation and make recommendations where needed. Kühn says the steering committee will represent all the roleplayers, including SANParks, police, The Cape Town Partnership, Economic Development and Tourism MEC Alan Winde, the City of Cape Town, the Pedal Power Association and the Mountain Club of SA. According to SANParks regional spokesperson Merle Collins, the meeting was “extremely positive” and role-

players present agreed to work together to combat crime on the mountain. Collins says TMNP welcomed the initiative and is extremely pleased at the possibility of obtaining funding to expand its dog unit, which has proven “most effective in combating crime”. According to Collins, this was only the first meeting and a follow-up operations meeting will be held to “thrash out operational logistics”. The MEC, says Kühn, also engaged yesterday with other interested persons in a public platform meeting, where those with additional suggestions and concerns, who were not represented at last week’s meeting, were accommodated. “It is overwhelming and encouraging that Capetonians all over are demonstrating this eagerness to get involved and contribute to increasing safety for all. This makes the process so much easier,” says Kühn. According to Kühn this

A blooming shame THE South African National Biodiversity Institute’s (SANBI’s) Kirstenbosch-SA Chelsea Exhibit at the annual Chelsea Flower Show in London has been cancelled due to a lack of sponsorship. The exhibit has been shown at the prestigious event – which attracts more than 170 000 people over five days – for 35 years. Two years ago the exhibit lost its corporate sponsor and fundraising events were held at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens to fund the expo. This is no longer possible. The Kirstenbosch-SA Chelsea Exhibit has won 30 gold medals, two silver-gilt medals and three Silver medals over the years. Designers David Davidson and Ray Hudson, who have designed the exhibit 17 times,

“whole of society” approach to targeting crime does not take the responsibility away from the TMNP or police, but is rather complementing what authorities are doing so as to maximise available resources. Kühn says several suggestions for enhancing safety around the mountain are currently being evaluated and considered for implementation. According to André van Schalkwyk, spokesperson for the Table Mountain Safety Action Group (TMSAG), they are “cautiously optimistic” about the meeting. Van Schalkwyk says they especially welcome the fact that a steering committee will be formed. However, says Van Schalkwyk, what they do not want is a “whole lot of talk”, insisting that implementation is key. “What we want is two things – information and that authorities take responsibility for implementing solutions,” says Van Schalkwyk.

have consistently explored aspects of South Africa’s floristic beauty and presented innovative interpretations of our natural heritage. “This is a great disappointment in the lead-up period to what would have been a once-in-a-lifetime double centenary event in 2013, when Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and the Chelsea Flower Show – both established in 1913 – will celebrate their 100th anniversaries,” Davidson says. The exhibit also tours across the country for others to view its greatness. “Our Chelsea exhibit is a tried and trusted formula – it works well, wins big year after year and affords sponsors and partners exceptional marketing opportunities,” a press release says. Any interested potential partners and sponsors are encouraged to call Sarah Struys (021) 799-8775 or email s.struys@sanbi.org.za.

Bulb Society AGM in Pinelands this Saturday THE Indigenous Bulb Society of South Africa holds its Annual General Meeting at the Suid Afrikaanse Sentrum vir Nederlande & Vlaandere in Central Square, Pinelands on Saturday 26 February at

14:00. The organisation, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, will also hold a seed and bulb sale after the meeting. Information on the International Symposium, to be

held in August, will be announced. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. For more information call Erika Watson on (021) 4652026.

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Tuesday 22 February 2011

EASY FRESH FOOD: The Earth Fair Food Market at St George’s Mall was launched last Thursday.

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NO BAD APPLES: Now city workers can buy their fresh fruit and vegetables on the office doorstep.

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The Earth Fair Food Market was set up outside Mandela Rhodes Place and saw 24 stalls selling a lip-smacking array of fresh food from local producers. This weekly market will be held every Thursday from 12:30 to 18:30 and will offer inner city residents, workers and visitors nourishing fresh food and produce including sushi, kebabs,, smoked fish, speciality sausages, homemade pies, farm cheeses, fruit and vegetables, biltong, pâtés, organic nuts and grains and breads. The driving forces behind the initiative are the Cape Town Partnership, Central City Improvement District, Cape Town Tourism and the Upper St George’s Mall Forum comprising a number of retailers and other stakeholders in the area. Their objective is to attract people to the central city by offering them a safe, clean and bustling area. Aoife Gormley from the St George’s Mall Forum said: “We want to change the perception that Cape Town is a place where people only come to work. We want people to do things in town, like their shopping and spending time with their families.” Gormley is the daughter of Irishman, Frank Gormley, investor in and partner in the Mandela Rhodes Place and Taj Hotel, who featured in People’s Post (“Cape Town captures Irishman’s heart”, Tuesday 15 February). Jacqui Simpson, owner of the Earth Fair Food Market said: “Many cities have iconic,

fresh-food markets – like the Borough Market in London and the Dublin Food Coop Organic Food Market. “Now it is Cape Town’s turn. In many ways it’s a return to our roots. The Company’s Garden originally provided fresh fruit and vegetables to passing ships and Greenmarket Square was somewhere farmers could sell their produce. That’s why upper St George’s Mall in the historic heart of Cape Town is ideal.” The market is based on the successful Saturday Earth Fair Food Market in Tokai, which has been extended to Wednesday afternoons. Andrew Boraine, chief executive of the Cape Town Partnership, said the market was a welcome addition to the Cape Town Central City. “We’ve learnt over the years that regular activities in public spaces are good for the city. The Earth Fair Food Market will provide yet another reason for people to congregate and enjoy the Central City at lunchtime and after work.” Cape Town Tourism CEO, Mariette du Toit-Helmbold, said the market will give both tourists and locals an added incentive to visit the city centre. “We’re especially encouraged by the market’s focus on responsible and sustainable food enterprises and fine-food purveyors. “Cape Town’s abundance of fresh produce is the backbone of our unique gourmet culture. The location of the Earth Fair Food Market links the cultural sites of the Company’s Garden, St George’s Cathedral and the Slave Lodge, offering visitors and locals the opportunity to linger in one of the most historically significant parts of the city.” For further details visit www.earthfairmarket.co.za.

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Tuesday 22 February 2011

Revenge killing over old argument AN ARGUMENT between gang rivals in Langa last year spilled over into the streets of Cape Town when an 18year-old was killed in a revenge attack.

October said the family of the dead man has asked police not to reveal the victim’s name. It is believed that he thought the issue had been sorted out and long forgotten and was caught The man died of off-guard and three stab stabbed when his wounds to the killer spotted back at 02:00 on him. Sunday 2 January “There was an on the corner of argument beBree and Riebeek tween the victim streets. and suspect last Police did not year which was want to name the sorted out by the victim, who allecommunity. gedly belonged to WANTED: This man, When the suspect the Vatos gang known as Phiri (18), is spotted him outand the suspect, wanted for questioning in side a club he deonly known as a murdeinvestigation. cided to take rePhiri (18), is bevenge,” he said. lieved to be friends of the ItalPolice have released an idenians gang in Langa. tikit of the suspect, who resides Cape Town Central police either in Site C, Khayelitsha or spokesperson, Captain Ezra Oc- Delft. tober said: “The two had an arAnyone with information can gument in Langa during Septem- contact Detective Constable ber which was sorted out by Solomzi Ngunda on (021) 467community leaders.” 8001/2 or 073 358 2312.

Help raise funds for Silvertree SILVERTREE RFC is currently hosting a competition to raise funds for the club. They will be giving away two tickets for the Super 15 clash between Stormers and Lions at Newlands, plus free VIP parking.

All it takes, is to SMS SILVERTREE and your name to 38983 by Thursday 24 February. SMS cost R10. Winners will be notified via SMS. For further information on the competition, visit www.silvertreerfc.blogspot.com

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International scholarships up for grabs TERESA FISCHER

IF you are ready for a two-year adventure in a foreign country, get ready to wave goodbye to your school friends and be prepared to make new buddies from all over the world. If you will be 16 or 17 years old and in Grade 11 or 12 in 2011, and are a South African citizen, you are eligible to apply for a United World Colleges Scholarship, which offers an internationally recognised matric. All your expenses, such as accommodation and food, will be included. Gareth Smit and Leah Nasson have both completed the course and shared their experiences with People’s Post. “The idea is to bring young people together through education, for peace and a sustainable future,” says Smit, adding that at each college there will be about 200 students, from about 80 countries. The language of instruction is English, but everyone copes somehow. “Remember that guy from Mongolia? For a year and a half not a word came out of his mouth,” they laugh. Nasson attended a college in a small Italian town called Duino, on the Adriatic sea. Some of the residences are in a converted castle, which she says was “not like a boarding school at all”. The college

WORLD OF ADVENTURE: Leah Nas son graduated from a college in Italy in 2004. Photo: Supplied offers freedom and a strong focus on music. And, um, Italian guys? “I did find myself an Italian boyfriend …Lorenzo. I remember seeing him in the piazza, playing guitar,” she says. “He brought me lavender that he stole from the headmaster’s garden.” But there’s more to the course than romance and pizza. “It is a quite intensive, demand-

Learn the art of fundraising A FUNDRAISING workshop will be held at the Durbanville Library on the corner of Oxford and Koeberg roads on Friday 11 March from 08:30 until 15:00.

The workshop, presented by Chris Windell, who has been in fundraising for more than three decades, will deal with aspects such as techniques, the art of proposal writ-

ing course; time management is key,” says Smit, adding the non-academic activities are also important parts of the curriculum. He graduated from the college in Las Vegas, New Mexico, in 2009. (Not to be confused with the other Las Vegas in Nevada.) Smit says here he got to experience the “non-mainstream” America. A photographer, Smit developed his skills while at the college. He says the experience is something that is with you forever and you remain interconnected through a huge network of amazing people. “My friends call it the cult,” jokes Nasson. But they say it gives a face to global issues such as the uprising in Egypt. You must have at least a C grade average in your most recent exams, take mathematics as a subject, be involved in your community and be enthusiastic and excited about representing South Africa. Request an application form by emailing uwcapplicationswc@gmail.com or phone Smit on 072 755 7530 or fax 086 726 6979. Include your full name, age, grade, address, telephone number, ID number and most recent school report. Applications include two teachers’ references and one essay-type question. Applications close on Tuesday 1 March. ing, expectations of donors and cultivation process. Windell has written three books on fundraising and his latest book will be distributed at the workshop. For more information contact Jacqui on (053) 204-0082 or Chris on 082 568 1501.

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GENERAL

Tuesday 22 February 2011

Themba movie at German School THEMBA, a movie based on a novel by German-Dutch author Lutz van Dijk, who lives in Cape Town, was screened at the German International School in Tamboerskloof on Monday 14 February at 19:00. Van Dijk, who is actively engaged in community projects, introduced the film, which was shot in the Eastern Cape and in Cape Town, and answered questions at the end of the evening. The film tells the story of a young boy from the Eastern Cape whose love for soccer helps him through the challenges in his young life.

HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL: Lutz van Dijk, author, was at the screening of the mov ie, Themba, based on his book.

RUGBY FAN: Western Province rugby player Sam Lane giving his signa ture to Saadikah Booysen (8) last Tuesday when the team held a rugby coaching clinic at Schotsche Kloof Primary School in BoKaap. Photo: Yunus Mohamed

ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: St Cyprian’s School in Oranjezicht cele brated Valentine’s Day on Monday 14 February with a fundraiser for three community projects. Learners paid R5 to wear redand white and this money was donated to the Chaeli Campaign, which raises money for children with disabilities; Bosom Bud dies, which supplies “pamper packs” to mothers in need after the birth of their babies; and the Heart Stroke Foundation. Grade 1s and their teacher are seen here from left: Imie Njokwe ni, Tia Cartoulis, teacher Colleen Sampson, Jahan Dalvie and Christina Thirion. Photo: Janie van der Spuy

Win a nifty braai! CAPE QUARTER FOOD SPAR has got just the prize for you as we head into March and the celebration of “Braai Month”. Big fun comes in small sizes, so they’re giving away the ultimate in travel-sized braais. Up for grabs is more than R1 000 worth’s of braai accessories that includes the Weber Smokey Joe gold grill, a R250 Cape Quarter Food Spar Voucher, and a bag of

charcoal. The unique Weber Smokey Joe Gold Grill is a portable, table-top braai that’s ideal for that weekend away, informal lunches or a picnic cook-out. To enter the lucky draw for the prize, send an email with “People’s Post competition” in the subject line, plus your name and phone number, to info@sparcapequarter.co.za. Entries close at 17:00 on Tuesday 8 March and winners will be phoned.

ENTERTAINMENT

Tuesday 22 February 2011

Acclaimed violinist returns

TIGHT: Andile Vellem, Apollo Ntshoko and Chuma Sopo tela in “Memory of how it feels”, on at the Baxter Theatre Centre until March. Photo: Mark Wessels

THE brilliant young violinist, Zoë Beyers, has returned to her roots – and will give one concert in Cape Town. Beyers is now the associate leader of the prestigious City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra in the United Kingdom. She will perform in an all-Mendelssohn programme, at the Baxter Concert Hall on Thursday 24 February

‘Memory of how it feels’ will leave lasting imprint WELL-KNOWN musician and composer, Neo Muyanga, makes his debut as a writer in the world premiere of “Memory of how it feels”, at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio until 19 March. Inspired by the traditional Zulu practice of exchanging beads encoded with secret messages between lovers, “Memory of how it feels” gently weaves together three tonal short stories, using elements of myth and folklore from Uganda, Egypt and ancient Sumeria. Narration, dance and chamber music (which combines classical and traditional music) are craftily strung together to create a work which reflects both romantic and platonic new love. Muyanga penned the new work and composed the music for the production. He is also the musical director. Ina Wichterich-Mogane makes her directorial debut and doubles up as choreographer, with Patrick Curtis responsible

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for lighting design. The cast comprises 2007 Fleur du Cap Best Actress winner, Chuma Sopotela, and Apollo Ntshoko as narrators, with Andile Vellem from Remix Dance Company as dancer. The seven-piece chamber orchestra consists of Galina Juritz (violin), Thandi Ntuli (piano), Mpho Bopape (violin), Benjamin Jephta (bass), Anna Telford (vocals), Natalie Mason (viola) and Nicola du Toit (cello). “Memory of how it feels” opened last week and will run until Saturday 19 March at 18:30 or 20:15 (with no performances on 2 and 3 March). Tickets cost R120 (Tuesdays to Thursdays) and R130 (Fridays and Saturdays). Book through Computicket on 083 915 8000, online at www.computicket.co.za or at Shoprite Checkers outlets. For discounted block, schools or corporate bookings, charities and fundraisers, contact Sharon on 021 680 3962 or Carmen on 021 680 3993 during office hours.

Fretting about GUITARIST Derek Gripper plays music by Brazilian composer, Egberto Gismonti, and Malian kora master Toumani Diabaté, alongside his own compositions and some of the guitar’s great masterpieces. Gripper is one of South Africa’s most innovative guitarists. His con-

Trio of masters at the Fugard STEVE Newman, Errol Dyers and Hilton Schilder perform together at the Fugard Theatre as their band All in One, from Tuesday 1 March to Saturday 5 March. The trio of masters, all respected musicians and composers in their own right, pay homage to centuries of music practice in Africa and around the world. Their styles are distinct, and their mastery is displayed in the collaborating ways that they blend to create a new sound.

Opera open day CAPE TOWN OPERA (CTO) welcomes the public to a behind-the-scenes look at the production of Carmen at the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town on Saturday 26 February from 10:00 until 15:00. The public will get a chance to look at all aspects of the production, from costume manufacture, set design and musical rehearsal, to lighting sessions.

Get your groove on IVY LEAGUE, one of Cape Town’s top night clubs, hosts a solo freestyle dancing competition at the club in Long

starting at 20:15. She last played in Cape Town itself at least seven years ago. She will play the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto and, with Luis Magalhães, the Concerto for violin and piano. The Stellenbosch Camerata string ensemble, led by Suzanne Martens, will accompany. Beyers is on a South African concert tour at the moment, which is showcasing the release of her debut CD of the works which will be played at the concert. Tickets are available from Computicket at R80. certs have taken him to Sweden, Switzerland, Holland, Germany, Britain, Denmark, South Africa, and Namibia. He will next perform at the Erin Hall on Friday 25 November starting at 20:00. Tickets are R50 and can be booked by email: info@newcape.co.za. For more information on Gripper’s music and performances visit www.derekgripper.com With Dyers and Newman on guitar and Schilder on percussion, they will perform their own compositions, and will also add a few more unique instruments to tell musical stories that originated in Cape Town’s District 6 and, like them, have made a journey all over the world to defy categorisation. The shows start at 20:00. Tickets cost R150, with balcony seating at R130 per ticket. Bookings are though the theatre’s box office on (021) 461-4554 or with computicket on www.computicket.com At Unwrapping Opera Open Day, you can learn how to hold your own in a stage fight, or get some pointers on singing (even if you only sing in the shower). Learn about stage design and lighting from the experts. Watch the orchestra and cast rehearsing, meet Cape Town Opera’s young artists and see Artscape’s backstage facilities. Activities cater for all ages and entrance is free. There will also be a range of workshops and sessions.For bookings and inquiries email info@capetownopera.co.za Street, from Saturday 19 February until Saturday 19 March. The grand prize includes a goodie bag, as well as R2 000 in cash. Judges for the dance-off include Nature Boy and Bradley “Cool” Birch. Interested dancers can contact AB on 084 476 9331.

GENERAL

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Have your say about improving journalism THE Press Council of South Africa starts a series of public hearings this month in its review of its system. The review is intended to help improve the quality of journalism in the country. All people and organisations that would like to give oral evidence on ways in which the SA Press Code, the Press Ombudsman’s Complaints Procedures and the Constitution of the Press Council could be strengthened, are invited to the hearings. These will be conducted in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth, Durban and Bloemfontein. Cape Town hearings will take place on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 February on the 26th floor of the Naspers Building, 40 Heerengracht Street. At least three members of the task team reviewing the system, will be at

each venue. Those who would like to give evidence should phone or write ahead to be scheduled. The invitation is also extended to those who have already made written submissions since the process started late last year, and who want to add oral evidence to their submissions. Those who merely wish to observe the process are welcome to attend, but please note that seating at each venue is limited. The task team will continue to accept written submissions until Tuesday March 15. For more information please contact Taryn Mackay on (011) 4843612/8, (fax) (011) 484-3619 or email Tarynm@ombudsman.org.za or PO Box 47221, Parklands 2121.

Women standing together

peace”. The organisation, which supports all women in war torn countries, will meet at the Fan Walk bridge and the pedestrian bridge at the Holiday Inn on Eastern Boulevard, Woodstock in solidarity and recognition of all women in affected countries. All women are welcome. For more information call Debbie Clarke on (021) 788-2164.

SOROPTIMIST International Cape of Good Hope Club invites women to its International Women’s Day celebrations on Tuesday 8 March from 11:00 until 14:00. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Stronger women build stronger bridges of

A century of girl guides GIRL Guides in Cape West are celebrating the second year of the three-year centenary celebrations with a Thanksgiving Service at Pinelands Methodist Church Hall on Sunday 27

February at 14:45. All former Brownies, Girl Guides and Rangers are invited to join this special celebration service. Please contact the Cape West Regional Office on (021) 531-1872 or Cathy Hannay on 083 441 0067.

THE B THAT GETS YOU FROM A TO C.

Tuesday 22 February 2011

New board strikes a chord TAURIQ HASSEN

NEW board established last year to promote early Afrikaans and Nederlands music, is breathing new life into Cape Malay singing. The Cape Male Choir Board, which is integrated with the Keep The Dream Malay Choir Forum, will be hosting a competition with nine troupes taking part in two sections. The forum was established last year, to address the dwindling number of troupes and the remaining cash-strapped ones. Ebrahim Hull, president for the board, explained that the main aim of the board was “to preserve, protect, develop and promote the singing of early Afrikaans (Kaaps) and Nederlands songs”. “The Malay choirs’ potential is big in the Western Cape and in Cape Town and its Muslim community and with the proper exposure, it can even become national,” says Hull. Hull said many troupes struggled to financially support their “cultural sport”. The Keep The Dream Malay Choir Forum was established by a group of dedicated choir members from various groups to assist “struggling Malay choir groups”. “In some cases clubs lose out and all of this affects our cultural singing programme, because most clubs only stabilise and get their final choral groups together to practise and put every effort into the competitions after the New Year,” says Hull. Fareed Anthony, a former member of the Shoprite Jonge Studente, was delight-

ed to see new competitions and boards being established. “In the Muslim community, this is our World Cup and our beloved sport, so to see it growing with new teams entering every time, is extremely exciting,” says Anthony. “Maybe one day we will compete at the Cape Town Stadium, who knows,” he joked. The songs sung fall into four categories – traditional wedding songs, Dutch folksongs of various kinds, moppies (comic songs) and ghoemaliedjies (picnic songs). The instruments generally used are guitars, mandolin, banjo, cello with occasional violins and double bass and the ghoema (small Malay drum) for the picnic songs. The folk song is an important feature of the Cape Malay community, and can be heard on many social occasions, especially at weddings, where traditional love songs are sung. Making their much-anticipated debut on the big stage, The Heritage Cup competitions will take place at the Athlone Civic Centre on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 February, respectively. Section One, consisting of Proteas Singkoor, Hamediehs Sports Club, Ken-Fac Community Club and Silver Sounds Singkoor. Section Two has Hollywood Singkoor, Jordon Sports Club, Fabulous Playboys, Rising Stars and Young Broadways. The show costs R35 for adults, children between four and 14 pay R20 and pensioners can purchase their tickets at the door for R25. For further information on the board or event, contact 073 651 9989.

Calling loyal patrons

MISSING: Members of the John son family, of Plumstead are des perately trying to find their fa ther, Jeremy Johnson (49) who they last heard from in August. He has been spotted in various places across the country. His daughter, Tamsyn, says his dis appearance is completely out of character. Anyone with informa tion can contact the Diep River Police on (021) 7107300 or Tamsyn on 083 696 9575.

The MyCiTi bus is the only way to travel between the Airport and the City Centre. R50 gets you a ﬁrst-class ride to Cape Town, with buses departing every 20 minutes from 05:10 to 21:50.

CLUB Lenin is inviting loyal patrons to a pre-launch reunion at Down Town in Kuils River on Sunday 27 February. Tickets cost R30 and proceedings get under way at 20:00.

HAVE YOUR SAY!

NEW DRAFT BY-LAW RELATING TO THE USE AND CONTROL OF RECREATIONAL WATER AREAS AND BOATING, 2010

For more information: Transport Information Centre (toll-free 24/7) 0800 65 64 63 www.capetown.gov.za/myciti

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory, Cape Town

Typist

Remuneration: R 79 104 per annum.

The City of Cape Town has released a new draft By-law Relating to the Use and Control of Recreational Water Areas and Boating, 2010 for public comment.

Service benefits: 13th cheque, employer’s contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance.

The City provides for the public as well as organised sport clubs to access certain recreational water areas and to practice various boating and water sports activities thereon.

Requirements: Minimum educational qualification: Junior Certificate (or equivalent) with typing/ computer literacy as a passed subject. Competencies (knowledge/skills): • Computer literate (MS Word and Excel) • Knowledge of dictaphone typing/audio typing • Good communication skills • Knowledge of office administration practice • Good planning and organising skills • Knowledge of medical terminology.

An amalgamation of the old by-laws which make provision for these activities, as well as several changes and additions in a new draft by-law, were required in order for the City to uniformly and consistently manage its recreational water areas.

Duties (key result areas/outputs): • Effectively provide administrative and dictaphone duties • Typing support service to the department • Electronic correspondence • Typing of documents • Filing of documents.

One example of an addition is a provision that written permission may be given to certiﬁed water sport clubs to allow persons under the age of 16 years to pilot power boats up to 15 horsepower during approved events such a youth training academies.

Enquiries: Ms C Barker: 021 404-3177/6417. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Please submit your application stating the name of the publication and the date on which you saw the advertisement (candidates may also use this as reference) for the attention of Ms F Safodien to the Chief Executive Officer, Groote Schuur Hospital, Private Bag X4, Observatory 7925.

The draft by-law also aims to align with the Merchant Shipping Act (57/1951): Merchant-Shipping Regulations of 2007.

As directed by the Department of Public Service & Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are short-listed and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment.

The public participation comment period lasts from 1 to 31 March 2011. Copies of the draft By-law Relating to the Use and Control of Recreational Water Areas and Boating, 2010 are available at subcouncil ofﬁces and City libraries for viewing purposes only. You may also access the document and post comment at www.capetown.gov.za/ recreationalwaterareasbylaw

The Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated.

Closing date: 18 March 2011.

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT

WESTERN CAPE

Human Communications C91942

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department, and should be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications, Curriculum Vitae and the names of three referees. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference.

For further enquiries and for written or faxed submissions, please contact: Koos Retief Area Manager: Biodiversity Management Tel: 021 550 1086 Fax: 021 550 1003 Email: recreationalwaterareas.bylaw@capetown.gov.za

ACHMAT EBRAHIM CITY MANAGER

GENERAL

Tuesday 22 February 2011

Terri helps ease adoption fears TERRI Lailvaux is an adoptive mom of six-year-old Alex and the author of a children’s story book about adoption, “The Greatest Gift”. While Lailvaux is currently researching her next book which will be aimed at eight- to 12-year-olds, she runs discussion groups for people with an interest in adoption (pre or post) and is an accomplished public speaker. With more than 12 years’ teaching experience and all her experience with infertility and adoption, she makes a wonderful presentation. Her style is relaxed, open, funny and often moving. Lailvaux’s passion is connecting people to one other. She has an extensive database of adoption agencies, social workers, clinical psychologists, support groups and adoptive parents and with all these connections can assist people with almost any

questions. Her passion is driven by her knowledge that adoption can be a very lonely and terrifying experience. Her aim is to open up herself and her connections and reach out to those who feel alone and don’t know where to turn. Terri’s book is on sale directly from her website www.thegreatestgift.co.za. Retailers and adoption agencies can enquire about prices for bulk orders. Workshops are run according to demand, usually in the early evenings or on Saturdays. Lailvaux is available to speak at charity functions, corporate events, corporate wellness programmes, schools, churches and anywhere else. For prices and more information email her at terri@thegreatestgift.co.za, call 083 325 6034 (daily after 15:00) or (021) 761-0745 (home), go to www.adoptmommy.blogspot.com, look up @adoptmom on Twitter or check out the Adoptmom Facebook page.

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His art leaves a lasting impression ROSEBANK contemporary artist Kai Lossgott will showcase his talent at this year’s Design Indaba. The theme, “A better world through creativity”, will be interpreted in various forms at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from Friday 25 February to Sunday 27 February. Lossgott’s art includes engravings in plant leaves, as well as experimental films and prints. He is one of three artists presenting their work at the Absa Bank stand. The filmmaker-turned-artist focuses on exploring green politics and systems theory through the mediums of performance, poetry, motion images and drawing. In a fragile yet powerful statement, he makes minute incisions, punctures and impressions into the tissue of plant leaves to form texts and images which are only visible against the light. Displayed in lightboxes, the perforations gleam like sparks. Some of the texts on the leaves read: “the inheritance of light”; and “for every branch in a tree are a mil-

Kai Lossgott makes tiny engrav ings on leaves. He is one of the artists whose work will be on show at this year’s Design Indaba at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. lion ungrown branches”. The artists for the Design Indaba were chosen from those who were part of the Absa L’Atelier, an annual competition for artists between the ages of 21 and 35. To view Lossgott’s images, visit www.kailossgott.com.

WESTERN CAPE HELP AT HAND: Terri Lailvaux is an adoptive mom of six yearold Alex and the author of a children’s story book about adoption. Photo: Supplied

GAMBLING AND RACING BOARD ADOPTION ANSWERS: The cover of Terri Lailvaux’s book, which is aimed at children. Photo: Supplied

Get hooked on fare THE 25th annual Kalk Bay Fish Fare will take place on Saturday 5 March from 10:30 to 18:00 at the Holy Trinity Church in Kalk Bay. Visit the seafood deli for a variety of dishes including mussels in garlic and cream sauce and sushi prepared on the day. An assortment of homemade desserts and ice cream will be served after the main course. Kids will be entertained with a marimba band competition, clowns, a stilt walker, a magician, face painting, prizes, games and much more. Relax in the beer garden or beer hall where a band will play, enjoy a glass of wine or tea and cake, then rummage through the second-hand books and bric-a-brac. All profits go to the maintenance and restoration of this historical church site and assistance to other Anglican churches in the diocese. Entry is R5 per person which includes entry into the day’s raffles. For more information call (021) 788-1641 (9:00-noon), 083 338 4201 or (021) 782-1352. The email address is admin@holytrinitykalkbay.co.za or kevin@etec.co.za.

OFFICIAL NOTICE RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS FOR SITE LICENCES In terms of the provisions of Section 32(2) of the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Act, 1996 (Act 4 of 1996), as amended, the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (“the Board”) hereby gives notice that applications for site licences, as listed below, have been received. A site licence will authorise the licence holder to place a maximum of five limited payout machines in approved sites outside of casinos for play by the public. DETAILS OF APPLICANTS 1. Name of business: At the following site: Erf number: Persons having a financial interest of 5% or more in the business:

Entry forms available from most of our sponsors’ outlets. For more information contact the BIG WALK OFFICE at 3 MAVIS ROAD, RYLANDS TEL: 021 637 1607 or Fax: 021 633 6239

2. Name of business: At the following site: Erf number: Persons having a financial interest of 5% or more in the business:

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WRITTEN COMMENTS AND OBJECTIONS Residents of this province who wish to lodge objections or to furnish comment on any application, may do so in writing. In the case of written objections to an application, the grounds on which such objections are founded, must be furnished. Where comment in respect of an application is furnished, full particulars and facts to substantiate such comment must be provided.The name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the objection or offering the comment must also be provided. Comments or objections must reach the Board by no later than 16:00 on Friday 18 March 2011. Notice is hereby given that, in terms of Regulation 24(2) of the National Gambling Regulations, the Board will schedule a public hearing in respect of an application only if, on or before 16:00 on Friday 18 March 2011, a written objection to such application relating to: (a) the probity or suitability for licensing of any of the persons to be involved in the operation of the relevant business, or (b) the suitability of the proposed site for the conduct of gambling operations has been received. If a public hearing is scheduled, the date of such hearing will be advertised in this publication approximately 14 days prior to the date thereof.

Objections or comments must be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, P.O. Box 8175, Roggebaai 8012 or handed to the Chief Executive Officer,Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, Seafare House, 68 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town or faxed to the Chief Executive Officer at one of the aforementioned addresses on fax number +27 (0)21 422 2603. FUNDS RAISED IN AID OF RED CROSS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AND ISLAMIC LIBRARY

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LEADER

Tuesday 22 February 2011

Deadly tracks A COMMUNITY is in mourning after the death last Thursday of two toddlers knocked down by a train close to their home. Still just babies, the lifeless little bodies of brothers Salie (2) and Faiek (3) were found by their young mother Faieka Smith along the railway tracks between Nyanga and Heideveld stations. The devastated parent says she was cooking supper in the family’s Manenberg kitchen while her two boys were happily playing within earshot – until they found a way out of the property and wandered off towards the railway tracks. In their carefree, adventure-filled world, the innocent pair could not distinguish between danger and safety. The children were Faieka’s whole life. Now all that awaits her in her modest home, once filled with her children’s laughter, are silence and sadness. If the young mother could have turned back the clock, what would she have done differently? Would she have insisted that her precious sons play inside, ensured that the gate between her house and the street was fully secure, not chosen a house that close to the railway tracks? No parent would deliberately endanger their children’s lives, yet the foremost question asked when news of the toddlers’ death broke, was: “Where was the mother?” This raises the issue of responsibility, which in this instance should be ashamedly shared by the toddlers’ guardians, an apathetic community, vandals from the same community who make holes in fences for easy access to their homes and destructive thieves who steal life-saving fencing. Should the onus not rest on Metrorail’s shoulders as well? Despite vandalism and theft costing the rail operator millions of rands each year, they cannot neglect to repair and maintain fencing that is crucial in safeguarding the lives of the people living in the areas their trains plough through. No amount of remorse or hindsight can bring back the two little boys, but a lot can be done to prevent further loss of life on dangerous railway tracks.

THE government is proposing amendments to the Employment Equity Act to legislate that affirmative action should focus on national and not provincial demographics. The proposal is being criti-

cised for not taking the realities of population dispersions into account and almost calling for a re-engineering of people’s settlement patterns. The cartoon shows the proportionate

Your SMSes How to reduce traffic accidents CERTAIN organisations are promoting the driving of motor vehicles with headlights turned on during daylight. As dubious as it may sound, they claim that research has shown that this peculiar conduct reduces accidents. I wonder whether any person who cannot see traffic in broad daylight without headlights is fit to drive. Be that as it may, I have discovered other studies which aim to reduce traffic accidents. The first such study has found that very few accidents occur when vehicles are driven slower than 30 km/h. It therefore proposed a new national speed limit of 25 km/h on all roads (the extra reduction of 5 km/h is just to be extra safe). The next study found that exceedingly few accidents occur while all the vehicles involved are blowing their hooters. It should therefore be quite obvious that new law be promulgated to compel motorists to blow their hooters at all times on a

public road. The final study I found is a true work of genius. It aimed at finding a solution to all road accidents – in fact, an unbelievable solution for zero road accidents! In this paradigm it was found that no accidents ever occurred between motor vehicles that had only three wheels. Strange, but nevertheless true. Therefore the study proposed that all motor vehicles have compulsory removal of one of their wheels (which wheel exactly can be optional) and we will enter a new era of road safety. QED. PS. The above studies were conducted by Prof UR Crazynski of the University of Upper Slovakia, as part of his doctoral thesis. PPS. I, for one, believe road accidents are caused by reckless driving and inconsiderate road use. If we all valued the safety of others as much as we value our own, THAT might make a difference. CONCERNED MOTORIST Tokai

Have you seen Brian?

ing sought by his sister, Beryl Embleton, who lives in England. Anyone able to help find him can contact Lieutenant Colonel Veronica Trollip on (022) 492-3410, 082 414 2029 or email familytracing@boothhosp.org.

THE Salvation Army Family Tracing Service is looking for David Brian McRae, also known as Brian McRae. He was born on 9 January 1941 and is be-

In response . Mr Refugee friend, can you ask the SA government where they put the money that belongs to the refugee from the HCR? As a Congolese, my country is a member of the HCR and the UN pays a contribution as well. Where is that money going? The SA government uses our money to develop SA. A refugee is supposed to have a free house, food and a salary. The refugee works and takes care of their children no matter how many there are. One of the parents of the American President Obama is a refugee from Kenya. The SA government will never get tired of refugees because they know they will lose billions. Mustafa, Mitchell’s Plain General . How do we know it is election time again in the Western Cape? When the ANC starts handing keys to non-existent houses in District Six. Are people not tired of being used

breakdown of the Western Cape’s economically active population (EAP) scratched out and replaced with the population percentages of the national economically active population.

all the time? Teresa . Come on Metrorail! Trains are still being cancelled or running late. People are putting their lives at risk by standing or sitting on the links between coaches. Truck drivers and a shortage of petrol is going to make it worse. . Regarding mountain crime. The TMSAG threatens to hire lawyers to demand something that is not there due to lack of resources. Surely it would be more civil and helpful to rather contribute towards the extra resources needed? . Does anyone know of a doll hospital? I have three 1930 dolls I wish to donate to a museum. Call Linda on (021) 439-1761. Zuma’s Heaven . Regarding Zuma’s ANC Heaven – We “heaven” got electricity, we “heaven” got houses, promises “heaven” been fulfilled. . As for President Zuma’s statement that if you do not vote ANC you are going to hell. Please, Mr President, kindly base the country’s principles on Godly principles. Don’t instil fear into the nation. That sounds more like dictatorship. Where is democracy? Glorya Alfreds . Why are there no new shows on TV? We don’t pay licence for old shows or local junk! You show enough adverts to afford the newest films so where are they? Disgusted views

Tarred with the same brush ON Saturday 12 February, we, a racially mixed group ranging from 15 to 45 years, tackled Lion’s Head for the first time. Being aware of mountain crime, including the robbery of a tourist in the area a week before, we left our valuables in the car. It was a most enjoyable hiking trip on the way up turned sour when the teenage boys in the group, all from Khayelitsha, separated in order to descend at a faster pace than the rest. Walking down the winding path far ahead of the others, they were met with suspicion and fear – some of the hikers they encountered

moved to the very outer edge of the path, others froze their conversations mid-sentence when they had to pass the boys. What should have been a pleasurable experience of Cape Town was suddenly marred by those obvious gestures of mistrust. We all know that mountain muggers come from impoverished communities, but not every aspiring hiker not wearing up-market hiking shoes is a criminal-in-training. The culprits have done greater damage than we imagined. MARCO SCHMITT Cape Town

Tuesday 22 February 2011

WARMING HEARTS: Alex Biess of Charly’s Bakery, which donated the cake, with Casey Paling at the Red Cross War Memorial Chil dren’s Hospital. Photo: Supplied

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Gallant Grant back for opener TASMIN CUPIDO

IT’S game time at DHL Newlands on Saturday, when the DHL Stormers take on the Lions in their opening match of the 21week Vodacom Super Rugby competition. And with the addition of experienced flyhalf, Peter Grant, to the 35-man Stormers squad, head coach Allister Coetzee and the rest of the coaching team must be breathing a sigh of relief. In the Stormers’ warm-up matches leading up to the kick-off of their Super Rugby campaign, they experimented with youngsters Gary van Aswegen, Lionel Cronjé and Elgar Watts. While Van Aswegen impressed in the first two matches against the Maties and Ikeys, he displayed less than average performances in the Neo Africa Tri-series. Cronjé mostly strut his stuff in the number 15 jersey, while Watts was good on defence and attack, but lacked the ability to secure points with the boot. Grant has been contracted with Japanese club Kobe Kobelco Steelers since October 2009, missing out on the last Super 14 tournament last year as well as the 2010 Currie

Cup. He was due to return to the Stormers squad in three weeks only, but the Steelers were knocked out of the semi-finals of the Japanese club competition the past weekend. It is still not clear when he will return to training at the Western Province Rugby Union’s High Performance Centre in Bellville. And Coetzee has made it clear that Grant is part of his plans for the match against the Lions, who staged a gutsy second half fightback, but lost 20-24, in their opener at the home against the Vodacom Bulls the past weekend. “Bash may be part of the 22-man squad even if he only returns from Japan on Tuesday (today),” Coetzee says. “I have no doubt that his fitness levels are good and that he is match ready. He is such a dedicated player and will, without a doubt give his all should he be selected.” The men in blue will also be weary of the Lions’ fighting spirit for the entire 80 minutes. Their desire to win was apparent against the Bulls, and this could’ve been achieved had flyhalf Elton Jantjies slotted vital penalties and conversions. The likes of winger Michael Killian and centre Waylon Murray

were impressive, and the Stormers would be doing themselves a favour if they kept their eyes on the two speedsters. The Super Rugby tournament has an entirely new format, with the five teams from each country, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, forming a conference league, with each team playing a home and away match against the four other teams. Each team will play four matches overseas and four on home soil. This will bring the tally of roundrobin matches to 16 for each team – four abroad and 12 in their home country. Six teams will play for a semi-final spot – the three teams ending at the top of the conference logs and the three teams – regardless of the conference – with the most log points. The two teams with the most log points will automatically qualify for a home semi-final and be on a bye the first week of the three-week long play-offs , while the other four teams will then battle it out. The semi-finals and the finals will follow the same format, with the home final being awarded to the team with the highest number of points at the end of the conference leagues.

NEWLANDS’ SON RETURNS: Peter Grant could be back in a Stormers jersey as soon as Saturday. Photo: Die Burger

Twist in astro turf tiff BRIAN GAFFNEY

WHEN it comes to the allocation of astroturfs, the grass will not be any greener at Grassy Park in the foreseeable future. But the Greater Wynberg LFA – which has its headquarters at the Rooikrans Avenue Sports Complex in Grassy Park – has vowed to “fight on relentlessly for the astroturf it was denied in 2009. The Lotto funding for astroturfs in rural and township areas formed part of the 2010 World Cup Legacy Project programme. “An injustice has been committed and we depend on the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA) to correct the wrong. We intend to fight for fair play for our children and our community until justice is done,” said Faiek Cassiem, the president of Greater Wynberg. The not-so-good news regarding

the astroturf for Greater Wynberg is a sequel to an ongoing war of words between the association and SA Football Association (Safa) Cape Town. The latest twist to the row is that Safa president, Kirsten Nematandani, and Minister of Sport, Simphiwe Mncube, have been drawn into the fray following correspondence on the matter from Greater Wynberg to Mncube’s office. Nematandani subsequently disclosed that Safa endorses Safa Cape Town’s stand. He also advised Mncube that Safa Cape Town is the “highest decision making body” in the Cape Metropole. According to Safa correspondence sent via Safa Cape Town to all the local Safa Cape Town-affiliated associations, there were “no records showing any process was followed that resulted in the first turf allocation to Grassy Park (Greater Wynberg)” in April 2009.

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Safa also had no objection to Safa Cape Town – with president Norman Arendse at the helm – setting aside a decision on the Grassy Park astroturf project. A fresh process that followed resulted in Grassy Park (Greater Wynberg) not qualifying for the project. A task team appointed by Safa Cape Town then allocated the astroturf to the Helderberg FA at Lwandle. The Greater Wynberg LFA was one of the first successful applicants for the international standard astroturf – courtesy of R3 million in funding from the Lotto Board. The board disclosed at the time that 27 astroturfs would be laid across South Africa within three years at a cost of R81 million – and that Greater Wynberg was to be one of the first nine associations to benefit from the funding. But the association’s enthusiasm to become the first affiliate of the

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Safa Cape Town to receive an astroturf was dampened when Safa Cape Town questioned the procedures that Greater Wynberg had followed. This resulted in the relocation of the astroturf to Lwandle, which Safa Cape Town task team regarded as being more in need of such a project. Cassiem is, however, adamant that the Greater Wynberg LFA – which draws its membership from Grassy Park, Phumlani, Retreat, Lavender Hill, Steenberg and Vrygrond – is being unfairly treated. “Where is the Fifa Fair Play policy now?” asked Cassiem. Cassiem believes his association deserves an astroturf on the grounds that it too is a home for footballers from several needy areas. He also rejected the claim by Norman Arendse (Safa Cape Town president) that his association had not “followed the correct procedure” in applying for an astroturf in 2009. “Mr Arendse has never been to our LFA to watch our players at matches in Grassy Park, Retreat

NOT GIVING UP: Faiek Cassiem. president of the Greater Wynberg LFA. and Vrygrond,” claimed Cassiem. Cassiem, in correspondence from Greater Wynberg, declined to comment further on the matter, saying it was “sub judice” as the association had filed an objection in terms of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act.

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