Bonteheuwel Community News

15/07/2021

Rugby club doing it for Madiba
Eerste River Rugby Club will be having a meal and blanket drive as part of their Mandela Day initiative on July 18. Former president Nelson Mandela is celebrated all over the world on 18 July. Management believes as a community club it’s there one number priority to give back as all their supporters, players, officials, family and friends are from this immediate area. The club is still in need of donations such as blankets, lentils, chicken and rice. Any donations, big or small are welcomed. Donations can be dropped off at the Kleinvlei Sports ground July 15 from 18h00 onwards. For more information on the collection or distribution send an email: [email protected]

14/07/2021

14/07/2021

Savories for Sales as mother try to raise funds for daughter’s ballroom
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06/07/2021

Bonteheuwel Walking Ladies Garden 2nd Birthday
Bonteheuwel IWPG Peace Committee, Bonteheuwel Walking Ladies, and IWPG South Africa, hereby wish to take the opportunity to thank all the Guests and Interfaith Leaders, Community at large and especially the David Profit Street Neighborhood for coming out and celebrating the David Profit Street Peace Gardens 2nd Birthday, as our Youth Day Programme today, Saturday 19th June 2021. Humble gratitude and appreciation to Father Linkiri Thaba from the Bonteheuwel Anglican Church of Resurrection, Moulana Rafique Baroochi, Frances Taylor (Communitree), Nancy and partners (Woman Zone), Rev Nima and Hans (Cape Town Unitarians), Farouk Salie (Chairperson Aljaamia Uthmania Masjid) Mr. Peterson and all Members of Gifted Knights Motorbike Club, our Ward Councilor Angus Mckenzie (personal apology for not being able to make it, and dropped off the bags for the clean-up). IWPG Peace Committee (International Women’s Peace Group). It was our young children, youth and adults from surrounding neighborhood who really made our day. TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK!! Special thank you to my family who came to support the celebration, and grateful to my sister Latiefa who made the food to feed all the visitors, Algamdoe'liel'laah. Which of the Favours of our CREATOR can we ever deny? (Copy submitted)

02/07/2021

28/06/2021

A mother, a friend, a pillar of strength. Will be dearly missed. May Allah grant Aunty Janap Janatul Firdous Inshallah Ameen (E A Janari Primary School)

28/06/2021

League decider down to the wire
Ganief Karriem of Hanover Park finds an army of Trinitarians FC defenders to stop his volley during a SAFA CT 3rd division regional match played in Hanover Park yesterday, Sunday June 27. Trinnies beat the home team 5-4 to keep their championship hopes alive in Group B of the league, which will be decided next week. (Pic. Rashied Isaacs)

27/06/2021

The announcement on Sunday evening by President Cyril Ramaphosa of a step up to lockdown level 4 to be reviewed on 11 July ends a week of speculation for South Africans as we now find ourselves at the mercy of the Covid-19 third wave.
Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the additional restrictions will be in place for the next 14 days.
• All gatherings, indoors and outdoors were prohibited, he said. Public places like beaches and parks remain open, but no gatherings are permitted.
• Curfew will be in place from 21h00 to 04h00 and non-essential establishments will have to close at 20h00.
• The sale of alcohol – both for on-site and off-site consumption, is prohibited.
• He said that because the Delta variant was more contagious so the measures the country has in place may no longer be sufficient to reduce the spread.
• All indoor and outdoor gatherings are prohibited. This includes religious and social gatherings;
• Funerals and cremations are permitted but attendance may not exceed 50 people;
• Night vigils and after-funeral gatherings are not allowed;
• Public spaces such as beaches and parks will remain open, but no gatherings are permitted;
• The new curfew times are 21h00 – 04h00;
• The sale of alcohol is prohibited;
• Travel in and out of Gauteng is prohibited for leisure purposes. People will be permitted to return home to the province if they are currently outside the borders;
• Visits to old age homes and care facilities will be restricted;
• Restaurants will only be able to sell food for takeaway and deliveries;
• The closure of schools for the winter holidays will be brought forward. Schools will close from (30 June) and all schools will be expected to be closed by Friday.
• All contact classes at universities and other tertiary facilities will stop on Wednesday.

23/06/2021

City residents reminded of debt write off opportunity
The City of Cape Town recently approved the debt write off of approximately R4, 1 billion for qualifying debtors as an incentive to encourage the culture of payment and to assist struggling debtors. Qualifying customers are reminded of this opportunity and encouraged to contact the City. This action was taken due to the continued impact of Covid-19 on lives and livelihoods and the much slower than expected economic recovery over the past year. Amid the resurgence of Covid-19, the City is acting to alleviate further hardship where at all possible. Registered pensioners, public benefit organisations and other entities will receive a once-off write-off. “They will be informed whether or not they qualify when they visit a customer interaction centre or contact the call centre with account enquiries,” said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Finance, Alderman Ian Neilson. (Copy submitted)

21/06/2021

New Zealand weightlifter to become first transgender athlete at Olympic Games
New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard is set to become the first transgender athlete to compete in the Olympic Games, after she was selected for the national team on Monday (June 21). She will compete in the women's 87-kilogram category, according to a statement released by the New Zealand Olympic Committee that also announced the four other members of the weightlifting team. She has been confirmed eligible this year for the Olympics after meeting criteria by the International Weightlifting Federation, International Olympic Committee, and New Zealand Olympic Committee, said the committee statement on Monday.

21/06/2021

Ons Jabeur becomes first Arab woman to win a WTA title
Tunisia's Ons Jabeur made history yesterday (Sunday, June 20) when she became the first Arab woman to win a WTA title, beating Russian Daria Kasatkina in the final of the grass court event in Birmingham. Jabeur, a trailblazer for North African women's tennis, won 7-5 6-4 to finally claim a title after losing two previous finals.
"I'm so proud. I've struggled a lot and it was tough for me to win a WTA title," Jabeur told the crowd on the Ann Jones Centre Court. I had to go for it. I had to win this title just to breathe out a little bit and also to be the example. There are not a lot of Arabic or Tunisian players playing and I hope this inspires them to go on and do more. I want to see more of them playing alongside me."

15/06/2021

Activities galore across the Cape Flats to boost activism
Cultural and sporting events dominate the agenda for tomorrow June 16 when National Youth Day is commemorated. In the areas of Hanover Park, Bokmakierie, Manenberg, Heideveld, Kalksteenfontein, Bonteheuwel and Langa, football, netball and board games will be played at all accessible facilities. Also older persons are not left behind with a number of gospel karaoke’s scheduled, to ensure everyone embrace this important day. Many of the organizers are hoping to use this day to ignite an active and participative ethos. Given the numerous daily social ills face by people in these parts, it’s high time everyone gets involved! No longer can one wait on Wale Street and or Pretoria (Tshwane) for intervention and or leadership, locals must get active and bring about a difference in their own neighbourhoods.

15/06/2021

All roads lead to Metropolitan Sport Grounds as Bonteheuwel Youth on the Move
Bonteheuwel Development Forum (BDF), Bonteheuwel Youth Development Forum Presents (BDYF) in partnership with community based organisations host their Annual June 16th Christopher Truter Football and Coline Williams Netball Tournament tomorrow Wednesday June 16 at the Metropolitan Sport Grounds in Melkhout Street.
There are great prizes on offer for block neighbourhoods ….
 Win a trip for your Block Netball or Football team to Robben Island,
 Win WiFi Access for one year for your block,
 Win a training equipment kitt for your block team.
Come meet local and provincial sports legends of the 70' and 80's to get tips on BDF training camps.
Who knows you might be lucky and catch the eye and interest of renowned scouts and PSL coaches.
All Covid protocols shall be observed, no mask no entry.
Refreshments will be on sale from our various Street Block Committee Food and Beverage Stalls. ,
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Contact Chairperson Henriette Abrahams @ 076 3783 842 for further information and or should you be willing to assist in any way. (Copy submitted)

14/06/2021

Stop dog fighting
The City’s anti-dogfighting team has been hard at work creating community awareness of the responsibilities of dog owners and highlighting the cruelty of dogfighting. The team was formed after the Animal Welfare Forum approached the City with concerns around the rising trend of organised and informal dogfighting in the Western Cape. It consists of City Law Enforcement animal control officers, SPCA welfare inspectors and members of the City’s Safety and Security Investigative Unit. To report incidents of dogfighting, please dial 107 from a cellphone or 021 480 7700 from a landline.

14/06/2021

Local Football District Round-Up
Hanover Park football is alive and well. New teams have added a new excitement translating into more competitive matches. Those in leadership are urging parents and all sport enthusiasts to support local football to illustrate unity beyond the football fields.
Known for its precision planning and structure, its action galore at Johnson Road Sport Complex where Rygate LFA is leading the lead with strict Covid19 protocols and football out of the top drawer this early in the season.
Heideveld LFA is slowly getting back to the glorious days when teams like Everton, Saxon Rovers, Junction Rovers and Santos dominated the sport front pages for its football prowess. Two weeks ago fixtures started and thus far there have been no forfeits.
Across at Metropolitan, Bonteheuwel, the national lockdown have generated a hunger for football not seen for a long time. After a difficult 2019, things are looking promising both on and off the field with 5 new clubs joining the local football district. Just what the doctor ordered!

14/06/2021

Strong faith-family lose everything in fire
On Friday, June 4, the Mapu family of 34 Juniper Street lost all their possessions during a devastating house fire. It was the umpteenth time a fire in these parts not only wrecked people lives but also their belongings. It was a traumatic experience to witness the destruction though comforting to observe the family’s strong conviction and faith. Whilst untimely load shedding and cold weather worsen the situation, the family remains optimistic they will overcome this hindrance. In light of this, the Bonteheuwel community is implored to assist wherever they can to help the family rebuild their lives and home. Contact Delsema Mapu @ 065 5450 364. (Supported copy Clnr. Angus McKenzie)

08/06/2021

Dancing for Change
Rivaldo Isaacs is a talented ballroom and Latin dance champion who hails from Netreg. He was introduced at an early age to this fashionable dancing and since then practices every day at Melvin Dance Studio at Janet Bourhill Complex. In 2014 he participated in his first competitive dancing competition. Since then he has scooped every possible trophy on offer. His trophy cabinet at home bears testimony to his medal haul over the years, it’s getting too small! Everything been equal, then Rivaldo is off to participate in the World Trials Ballroom and Latin Dance Competition in December in Gauteng. As usual he is training diligently to ensure he makes the event and trip a successful. Given his personal circumstances with only a single parent he sometimes battle to make ends meet. The 14 year old attends Modderdam High School and admits it’s a fine balancing act between his studies and dancing. Having reap limited benefits from his dancing thus far he is determine to finish his schooling and then plan his future path. But for now he wants to make his mother and community proud. If anyone is able to help him realise his dream both in the classroom and dance floor please contact his mother Charmaine Isaacs @ 074 0216 757 (Copy & Pic Riedewaan Salie- Convener of Street Committee Block MNP)

03/06/2021

Pet shelter needs a helping hand
The Mdzananda Animal Clinic in Khayelitsha is in desperate need of assistance after their shelter for homeless dogs were flooded during a recent rainstorm. Dogs had to be move to small hospital cages during the flood as they had no other space for them. The shelter must be upgraded urgently to prevent future flooding and ensure homeless dogs have a warm place to stay until permanent homes can be found for them. Visit www.mdzananda.co.za or contact [email protected] to help with a donation.

03/06/2021

Show you care with crazy socks
Healthcare workers already stretched to the limits under normal circumstances, have been fighting for more than a year against Covid19 and it is taking its toll on their mental health. Ithemba Foundation, a non-profit that raises awareness around depression and related diseases, is asking the public to show they care with the initiative Day on Friday June 4. Students on health sciences campuses will be posting their socks-selfies 4 June on their IthemdaFoundation1 page. On each campus the student with the most likes will win R1000 cash sponsored by Netcare.

02/06/2021

Book Tickets for Saved By The Ball….. All in support of community sports clubs in South Africa. Join us online as we bring together some of our Nation's finest comedians for an entertainment experience that is guaranteed to make you laugh. "Saved By The Ball" is not just an event with a difference; it's an event that's making a difference. That's because this event is co-created with your local community sports clubs to empower them to carry on being the that South Africa so badly needs. Proceeds from this event are in support of them! New Upcoming Event: Saved By The Ball
 Dallin Oliver
 Nik Rabinowitz
 Angel Campey
 Stuart Taylor
Hosted by Kurt Schoonraad
Online Saturday June 5 at 7pm. Guaranteed laughs and the chance to make a difference by supporting our club Avendale FC
Get your ticket for R100 now by clicking www.quicket.co.za & add Derek Arrison name to the ticket 4 ‘comment’

02/06/2021

Commuters warned against robberies in taxis
Goodwood police have recently experienced an increase in robberies inside minibus taxis on the Voortrekker Road routes. “The corners of Voortrekker Road and Jakes Gerwel Drive, Voortrekker Road and Vasco Boulevard and Voortrekker AND Halt Road were targeted by one to three suspects who concentrate on cell phones and jewellery. These are the areas where they rob commuters and then jump off the taxi,” says Captain Wayne Theunis, spokesperson for Goodwood police. In order to secure the safety of commuters Goodwood police urge taxi commuters not too travel with expensive jewellery not too get into taxis with only one or two passengers inside, not to use their cellphones while travelling and not too resist when confronted by these criminals as they may be armed.

02/06/2021

REWARDS OFFERED
The provincial community safety department will reward citizens up to R5 000 for information which leads to the arrest and successful conviction of perpetrators in gang related killings. Provincial minister Albert Fritz said the initiative will support the province’s response to gangsterism in vulnerable communities. Fritz says it is time to come together as a whole of society, “I appeal to anybody with information that will assist the police to please come forward.” Call 021 483 5220 to share information confidentially or email: [email protected]/ The information will be passed on to the Police.

02/06/2021

BONANZA SALE @ MYRTS HARDWARE
FROM MAY 29 – JUNE 5, 2021
178 B JAKKALSVLEI AVENUE, BONTEHEUWEL
Crete Stone @ R295 p/bag,
Alpine Cement @ R87 p/bag,
Stone @ R20
Sand @ R9
+++ Many More In-store Specials+++
Enquiries: 079 2752 119/ 079 8075 197

01/06/2021

⚽BDF and BYDF Present our Annual June 16th Christopher Truter Football and Coline Williams Netball Tournament🏀 🏆🎖️Is an in Japan! 🎖️🏆 Win great prizes for your block neighbourhood!! ⛵Win a trip for your Block Netball or Football team to Robben Island⛵ 🌐Win WiFi Access for one year for your block 🌎 ⚽ Win a training equipment kit for your block team🏀 🥅 Come meet our local and provincial sports legends of the 70' and 80's and get some tips in our training camps⛹️♀️💥You might be lucky and catch the eye and interest of renowned scouts and PSL coaches🏆All Covid protocols shall be observed, no mask no entry. Refreshments will be on sale from our various Street Block Committee Food and Beverage Stalls. ,
, , Contact our Chairperson Henriette Abrahams on 076 3783 842 should you be willing to assist in any way. (copy submitted)

30/05/2021

National Child Protection Week 30 May to 6 June
Child protection is everyone’s business
While government continuously calls on South Africans to stop the cycle of neglect, abuse, violence and exploitation of children, an even greater focus is placed on protecting these vulnerable members of society during National Child Protection Week. This year, National Child Protection Week will be commemorated from 30 May to 6 June. The Department of Social Development, in partnership with key government departments, civil society organisations and non-profit organisations that render child protection services, will run a campaign to generate awareness of children’s rights. One of government’s many initiatives to put an end to child abuse is the Gender-based Violence (GBV) Command Centre, a 24-hour facility that addresses a variety of emergencies, such as indecent assault, physical violence, r**e and child abandonment. Get help: Any suspicion of child abuse deserves serious attention and fast action. For help, call the GBV Command Centre at 0800 428 428, send a ‘please call me’ to *120*7867 #, add ‘Helpme GBV’ on Skype or SMS ‘help’ to 31531. You can also contact Child Welfare South Africa at 0861 424 453 or Childline South Africa at 0800 055 555. (Copy Submitted)