Stellenbosch Monitor

13/12/2024

unisipale ereburgerskap vir Giliomee

Die Stellenbosch Munisipaliteit het vandag tydens ‘n spesiale seremonie munisipale ereburgerskap aan die wêreldbekende historikus en politieke skrywer, prof Hermann Giliomee, toegeken.
Die uitvoerende burgemeester, Jeremy Fasser, het die toekenning oorhandig en die ongelooflike bydraes van Giliomee tot die gemeenskap en Suid-Afrika as geheel beklemtoon.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/12/13/hermann-giliomee-deur-stellenbosch-vereer/

02/12/2024

International stars share rugby expertise
One of the most exciting training opportunities to ever be presented in the Winelands is the first CoachPro to be held on 13 and 14 December at the Helderberg rugby club in Somerset West.
What makes this event so special is that it is presented by some of the most knowledgeable and experienced rugby players in South Africa.

International stars share rugby expertise One of the most exciting training opportunities to ever be presented in the Winelands is the first CoachPro to be…

29/11/2024

Bettie Nieuwoudt: Championing Hope Through StellCARE
In the heart of Stellenbosch, Bettie Nieuwoudt stands as a beacon of hope and resilience, dedicating her life to uplifting vulnerable communities.
As the Director of StellCARE: Stellenbosch and Districts Family Services since 2014, Nieuwoudt has made significant strides in ensuring safety, empowerment, and sustainable support for the marginalized individuals and families she serves.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/11/29/bettie-nieuwoudt-a-beacon-of-hope-for-vulnerable-communities/

Bettie Nieuwoudt: Championing Hope Through StellCARE In the heart of Stellenbosch, Bettie Nieuwoudt stands as a beacon of hope and resilience, dedicating her life to…

29/11/2024

New executive mayor for Stellenbosch

Jeremy Fasser was today elected as the new executive mayor of Stellenbosch, following in the footsteps of adv Gesie van Deventer who recently resigned.


https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/11/29/fasser-now-leads-stellenbosch-council/

27/11/2024

Afriforum stamp steeds koppe met munisipaliteit oor rioolstortings
Daar is reeds vir dekades lank daar ernstige gesondheids- en omgewingsprobleme met riool wat in Stellenbosch se riviere beland, spesifiek in die ikoniese Eersterivier.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/11/27/afriforum-pak-munisipaliteit-steeds-oor-riool/

26/11/2024

12/11/2024

Nienakomingsvlak oor watergehalte beloop 53%
Beskikbare feite van onder meer die departement van water en sanitasie (DWS) oor die Stellenbosch-munisipaliteit se rioolsuiweringsaanlegte en die gehalte van verwerkte rioolwater wat vanuit aanlegte in hierdie munisipaliteit in die Eerste- en Veldwagtersrivier vloei, vereis volgens dringende optrede.
Daarom het die burgerregteorganisasie AfriForum’n klag by die Inligtingsreguleerder (IR) ingedien om aan te dring dat inligting hieroor, wat reeds in Oktober 2023 ingevolge die wet op die bevordering van toegang tot inligting (PAIA) van die munisipaliteit aangevra is, aan AfriForum oorhandig word.
https://www.stellenboschmonitor.com/2024/11/12/afriforum-ruik-n-rot-oor-vrot-rivierwater-in-stellenbosch/

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