Stellenbosch Monitor

08/11/2024

Groot bonzai-uitstalling in stadsaal
Die jaarlikse Afrika Bonsai-uistalling vind van 8 tot 10 November in die Stellenbosse stadsaal plaas en beloof om weer ‘n skouspel van hierdie fyn kuns te wees.



https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/11/08/groot-bonzai-uitstalling-in-stadsaal/
Die Stellenbosse uitstalling is een van die mees gesogtes op die Afrika-vasteland en sal hierdie eeue oue kunsvorm aan besoekers ten toon stel.

Oosters boomkuns hier te siene Die jaarlikse Afrika Bonsai-uistalling vind van 8 tot 10 November in die Stellenbosse stadsaal plaas en beloof om weer ‘n…

08/11/2024

Residents' urgent call for proactive new Stellenbosch leadership
As the selection of Stellenbosch's new mayor approaches, we, the residents of this historic and vibrant town, recognize our crucial role in this process. We appeal to you to prioritize our voices and interests in this critical decision. The stakes are high, and we cannot afford to settle for anything less than exceptional, proactive leadership that understands our town's unique challenges and potential.

Open Letter to the Democratic Alliance: Electing a Mayor for Stellenbosch’s Future To the Democratic Alliance Leadership, As the selection of Stellenbosch’s new mayor approaches,…

31/10/2024

‘Onbillike diskwalifikasie' van Afrikaanse SR-lid by US bevraagteken. Uitspraak in AfriForum Jeug se appèl teen die beweerde onbillike diskwalifikasie van Jolene le Roux, ’n pro-Afrikaanse lid van die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US) se Studenteraad (SR), sal na verwagting vandeeswee gelewer word.

Die jeugorganisasie hou vol dat Le Roux op grond van haar verbintenis tot die bevordering van Afrikaans by Maties geteiken word en staan gereed om die saak verder te voer indien die appèl sou misluk.

Le Roux se diskwalifikasie volg na aanleiding van aantygings dat sy tydens die SR-verkiesingsveldtog onregverdige voordeel getrek het uit ’n nasionale vrouedagviering wat AfriForum Jeug aangebied het, en dat sy – met ’n plasing oor die aksie op AfriForum Jeug se Instagram-blad – die universiteit se verkiesingskommissiereëls oortree het.

30/10/2024

Gesie van Deventer resigns
In a surprise announcement the Democratic Alliance this afternoon confirmed that mayor Gesie van Deventer is retiring at the end of November.

This announcment by Tertuis Simmers, DA Western Cape leader, comes amidst a myriad controversial decisions and a lot of criticism against the Stellenbosch municipality over the past few months pertaining to various controversial development approvals, management attitudes and a lack of p***c participation. Crime in Stellenbosch is also rife and a lot of questions have been asked about the role of the municipality, and Van Deventer's management style, as well as its senior officals in providing answers to these and other pertinent challenges faced by the Van Deventer administration.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/10/30/sudden-resignation-of-mayor-bodes-many-questions/

30/10/2024

Gesie van Deventer resigns
In a surprise announcement the Democratic Alliance this afternoon confirmed that mayor Gesie van Deventer is retiring at the end of November. In a surprise announcement the Democratic Alliance this afternoon confirmed that mayor Gesie van Deventer is retiring at the end of November.

This announcment by Tertuis Simmers, DA Western Cape leader, comes amidst a myriad controversial decisions and a lot of criticism against the Stellenbosch municipality over the past few months pertainjign to various controversial development approvals, management attitudes and a lack of p***c participation.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/10/30/sudden-resignation-of-mayor-bodes-many-questions/

24/10/2024

Stellenbosch resident turns adversity into opportunity
In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, a local Stellenbosch resident has turned his challenges into a business venture. Sirgel Arnold, a wheelchair bound man, has launched a toilet paper business aimed at supporting himself and his young daughter, Miche.
Sirgel got diagnosed with a, so far, incurable degenerative muscle disease, which weakened his muscles to the point that he almost died. It can be called a miracle that he survived the abrupt collapse of his lung muscles. Since then he has been unable to walk, but this has not stopped him in the search for an income generating occupation.
He soon realized that traditional employment opportunities were limited. Rather than succumbing to despair, Sirgel decided to take matters into his own hands.

Stellenbosch resident turns adversity into opportunity In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, a local Stellenbosch resident has turned his challenges into a business…

24/10/2024

Invest in future as wine writer
The 2024 SA New Wine Writer of the Year Competition for writers 35 years old or younger, is now open to entries. This competition of the South African National Wine Show Association (SANWSA) – which also runs the Veritas Awards among others – is in its 12th year and aims to identify smart new voices in the wine industry.
This year’s competition comprises two categories, one for wine-related articles and one for blogs. The winners will receive prize money of R15 000 for the winning article, R7 500 for the runner-up position and R3 000 for the best blog.
“We are very proud that the competition continues to find new wine writing talent every year to spread the news about the wine industry,” says the organisation’s chairperson, Christo Pienaar.
“Our media partner, WineLand Media, will publish the winning articles and blog with guidance from the editorial staff.

24/10/2024

Greyton Art Walk (GAW) is a visual art journey through Greyton’s home studios, galleries, restaurants, cafes, and open-air venues. Come and experience art by some local and out of town exceptional artists.

Some well-known international artists like Richard Scott will be exhibiting at GAW 2024. There will be between 40-50 artist presenting their art pieces during this weekend. All the art on display will be available to buy. The art will be available at the DRC hall in Greyton and other places. There will be an Art Map available during this weekend.

GAW invites you to enjoy Greyton to the fullest by visiting the area’s outstanding restaurants and checking in to the varied accommodation options. Come and enjoy the vibe in Greyton with its wonderful coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops and Saturday market.

Access to all the art venues is FREE of charge!

Greyton Art Walk (GAW) is a visual art journey through Greyton’s home studios, galleries, restaurants, cafes, and open-air venues. Come and experience art by some…

22/10/2024

Stellenbosch resident turns adversity into opportunity
In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, a local Stellenbosch resident has turned his challenges into a business venture. Sirgel Arnold, a wheelchair bound man, has launched a toilet paper business aimed at supporting himself and his young daughter, Miche.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/10/22/resilience-in-action-toilet-paper-business-a-life-saver/

16/10/2024

Rudie van Rensburg dra vaandel vir WAT

08/10/2024

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Veg-Vibes, is striving to make veganism and plant-based lifestyle more mainstream to the people in South Africa. Veg-Vibes is a free online news platform focused on promoting a…

08/10/2024

Stellenbosch gardens bloom in 2024. Garden Town Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's anticipated garden and lifestyle celebrations, is set to enchant visitors from 25 October to 3 November 2024. This ten-day extravaganza promises a captivating blend of horticultural splendour, cultural richness and community spirit that has become synonymous with Stellenbosch's warm hospitality.

Stellenbosch gardens bloom in 2024 Garden Town Stellenbosch, one of South Africa’s anticipated garden and lifestyle celebrations, is set to enchant visitors from 25 October…

08/10/2024

The truck slammed into multiple vehicles on Kloof Nek Road in Cape Town
Main Picture: Michele Macfarlane and her brother Ian at his son's wedding. “Thankfully, to date, there have been no fatalities.”
These words repeat themselves in my brain as I stand next to my brother Ian, in a coma in ICU, looking at what “no fatalities” looks like. There is nothing thankful about it.

The words are those of ward councillor Francine Higham, printed in the Cape Times.

The truck slammed into multiple vehicles on Kloof Nek Road in Cape Town Main Picture: Michele Macfarlane and her brother Ian at his son’s wedding.…

23/09/2024

“Dié boek moet verfilm word” - Johnathan Amid. Martin Steyn word as een van Suid-Afrika se beste fiksie misdaadskrywers beskryf en Donker Water, alhoewel sonder raaisels, stel nie teleur nie.
Na ses jaar van stilte het Steyn pas sy vyfde boek bekend gestel. Die Stellenbosch-bekendstelling het op ’n reënerige Woensdagmiddag, 18 September, by die Oude Leeskamer plaasgevind. In gesprek met Steyn oor Donker Water was die bekende resensent Johnathan Amid.

“Dié boek moet verfilm word” – Johnathan Amid Martin Steyn word as een van Suid-Afrika se beste fiksie misdaadskrywers beskryf en Donker Water, alhoewel sonder…

23/09/2024

Varsity Netball round 6: UJ remain unbeaten as defending champs Tuks suffer another loss. Defending champions UP Tuks are on the verge of not qualifying for the semi-finals of the 2024 Varsity Netball tournament after their defeat in round 6 against UFS Kovsies at the Callie Human Hall in Bloemfontein. They must beat log leaders and still undefeated UJ on Monday 23 September if they want to keep their hopes alive. Victories for NWU and Maties have pushed them into the top four on the log.

Varsity Netball round 6: UJ remain unbeaten as defending champs Tuks suffer another loss Defending champions UP Tuks are on the verge of not…

23/09/2024

Health Online News: Veg-Vibes
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11/09/2024

Besonderse Sonografie by Woordfees
11 September 2024
Peter Garbriel se WOMAD vanjaar by Woordfees

In samewerking met Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees en die US departement van musiek word die World of Music, Arts and dance tydens vanjaar se Woordfees aangebied.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/09/11/besonderse-sonografie-by-woordfees/