Indholdsfortegnelse for 2023-08-28 i Cape Argus

MPUMI Mbele says he is honoured to bring to life the remarkable journey of the founder, leader, and musical visionary behind Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Bhekizizwe Joseph Shabalala. Music is My Life: The Story of Joseph Shabalala which will air on SABC1 at 9pm tonight, celebrates the life and legacy of the king of isicathamiya, whose influence on the music landscape, not only in South Africa but across the world, is immeasurable. The documentary aims to inspire, educate and celebrate Shabalala’s achievements and his impact on the world of music. Mbele says the film will provide a window into the struggles, triumphs and creative processes of Shabalala, who left an indelible impact on society. “I had the opportunity to work with Bra Hugh (Hugh Masekela) via Thandiswa Mazwai. At the time,…

The police have arrested three suspects linked to taxi-related shootings. A suspect who was caught in Wolseley was killed in a shootout. Police spokesperson Novela Potelwa said members of the provincial Taxi Task Unit’s combat team arrested a suspect in Ocean View on Thursday. “In pursuit of vital information as part of their investigations into taxi-related murders, they pounced on a location in Ocean View where they apprehended a wanted suspect on Thursday, August 24. “The suspect is allegedly linked to a triple murder in Khayelitsha in December. He was also charged for another murder that occurred in Masiphumelele in June, as well as a house robbery in the same area of Ocean View. He is expected to appear in the Simon’s Town Magistrate’s Court today, on the charges specified.…

Frustrated by the continued gang warfare in their neighbourhood, which had claimed several lives, the Hanover Park community marched to the homes of suspected gang bosses, demanding that they make peace. They were accompanied by members of the Pagad G-Force, who chanted: “One gangster, one bullet! Allahu Akbar!” The residents first went to Galilee Court, where they waited for an Americans gang leader. For his safety, he was driven in a car to another area, where he agreed to make peace with other gangs, such as the Mongrels, the Laughing Boys and the IGBs. One of the organisers, Moulana Tohaa Rodrigues, said the shootings had disrupted schooling in the area, forcing many young people to stay home for their safety. “Unfortunately, the killing of innocent people escalated, and that was…

Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is confident that lower stages of load shedding will continue as the system recovers. Ramokgopa said with the country getting out of the winter period the demand for energy will be lower. The demand for energy was 33 000MW and has come down to 28 000MW. Ramokgopa, who was briefing the media on the state of electricity in the country yesterday, said power stations continued to perform better. This has been reflected in the increase in the energy availability factor from 48% to 60%. He said things would get better in the next few weeks as more units were put back online. Those units were out for several months due to a number of factors. Ramokgopa said they were confident the system was stabilising. “On…

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbali has come under heavy criticism from South Africans for his tweets openly praising Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF. Among the tweets, Mbalula wrote: “Zanu-PF strong support on the ground.” “As the ANC, we did send an observer mission to the Zimbabwe elections.” A number of people called the tweets nonsense and said this was why Zimbabweans would always end up in South Africa. The electoral system declared the elections free and fair. The leader of Bosa (Build One South Africa), Mmusi Maimane, said the elections were not free and fair. “The conduct of FAZ, Zanu-PF, the ZEC, and ZRP has undermined the credibility of any results announced. South Africa and all South African political parties must tell the truth this time around. We can’t afford another…

The Springboks could not have asked for a better final warm-up match ahead of the World Cup than the record thrashing of the All Blacks at Twickenham in London on Saturday night. Here, Leighton Koopman looks at the positives and slight concerns from the 35-7 win as the world champions head into their last week of training in Corsica. A force to be scrummed with It was a sight to behold when South Africa won the first few scrums as the front-row of Frans Malherbe, Steven Kitshoff and hooker Malcolm Marx made light of New Zealand’s pack. What probably had their opponents in the World Cup more worried is when the replacement front rankers in Ox Nche, Trevor Nyakane and hooker Bongi Mbonambi came on with the rest of…

In a pulsating derby showdown between hosts Bishops and Rondebosch Boys’ High School, Bosch captain Matthew Malherbe - with a dramatic last-minute try - sealed a famous 36-35 victory over their arch-rivals. The tension was palpable as Ethan Gordon’s pinpoint conversion added the finishing touch to a nail-biting encounter. Bishops faced an uphill battle, trailing 22-20 at half-time. Yet, as the second half unfolded, they surged ahead, building a seemingly unassailable 35-22 lead with 10 minutes remaining. Rondebosch, however, displayed unyielding spirit as they scripted an astonishing comeback. The tight forwards of Rondebosch refused to concede an inch, while their loose forwards laid the foundation for their team’s resurgence. Their flanks Polite Ohiri and Sunday Mailoni both caught the eye. From the kickoff Rondebosch’s strategy of retaining possession bore…

Winger Damian Penaud scored twice as Rugby World Cup hosts France eased past Australia 41-17 in Paris yesterday in both sides' final warm-up game before the tournament. Penaud crossed within the space of 20 minutes during the second half for Les Bleus, who were never really threatened by the Wallabies. France open the World Cup by welcoming three-time winners New Zealand to the Stade de France on September 8, a day before Australia face Georgia at the same venue. Meanwhile, Ireland prop Cian Healy was ruled out of the World Cup through injury yesterday as coach Andy Farrell named an otherwise full strength squad looking to finally banish their miserable tournament record. Healy hobbled off during Saturday's scrappy 17-13 warm-up win over Samoa. The loosehead prop, who became Ireland's most…

Katlego Mboe’s ex-wife, Monique Muller, has again accused the media personality of financially abusing her to the detriment of their child. This time, she is ousting the TV personality for maintenance issues. On her Instagram Stories recently, Muller broke down what she’s been going through. She wrote about how Maboe earns a “6 figure” salary but cannot pay his child’s school fees in full. She said Maboe earns 10 times more than she does and he insists their child go to a private school even though she cannot afford to pay her share of the school fees. She alleged Maboe did not want their son moved to a cheaper school even after she begged him, nor does he want to take on the full responsibility of paying the entire sum…

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that there was insufficient evidence to show that a man who died in hospital from Covid-19 had intended to revoke his will and write up a new one in which he left everything to a farming trust instead of his three children. The ruling by Acting Judge Mas-udah Pangarker came after the plaintiffs in the matter – David Roux, in his capacity as the trustee for the time being of the Willemse Boerdery Trust, and Corita Vorster – failed to prove that Leon Stemmet drafted a new will revoking his old one. Stemmet, a resident of Montagu, executed a will there in October 2018 in which his entire estate was bequeathed to his three children, Joubert, Bianca and Anja, the defendants in the…

THE families of children who lost their lives to ongoing gang violence in Delft gathered outside a local high school yesterday for a “healing service”. Delft Community Action members organised the service to show their support. Tears were visible as parents held pictures of their late children, some after years of struggling to come to terms with their deaths. The service, which was held in honour of all the dead, was organised after 15-year-old Aqeelah Schroeder was gunned down a few metres from her home on Women’s Day last year. A mother, Rushana Carstens-Burton, said it had been three years and nine months since her 16-year-old son Qasim Burton was stabbed to death for breaking up a fight that could have easily turned into a gender-based violence case. In the…

REVERED, long-standing author and national treasure Dr Sindiwe Magona is receiving her flowers while still alive and “doing the work”, and at the age of 80 vowed to continue writing until she “can no more”. On Saturday, the Innovation Lounge at the Artscape Theatre was filled with writers, avid readers, artists, activists, family and friends as they gathered to celebrate Magona’s 80th birthday. The birthday celebrations were coupled with the launch of two books, one authored by Magona titled I Write the Yawning Void, and another written by several individuals impacted by her presence and works over many years, written to honour her, titled Sindiwe’s Gift. The Woman Zone event was part of Artscape Women’s Humanity Festival, taking place this National Women’s Month under the theme “Milestones: Celebrating, Supporting and…

SEATED inside the splendid President Hotel in Bantry Bay, were approximately 100 women and a few men, who gathered in celebration of National Women’s Month. The afternoon high tea event under the theme “Empowering Women: Embrace Your Strength, Embody Your Dreams”, was convened by Independent titles: Cape Argus, Cape Times, and Weekend Argus with event partners the President Hotel, Jzee Hiring & Events, Exclusive Books, Catrice Cosmetics and Showtime. The event was MCed by popular radio presenter Bobby Brown, with guest speakers wellness coach, entrepreneur and author Niki Saks; romance author Natasha Anders and comedian Arlene Petersen. Musical artists Fagrie Isaacs, Shadley Schroeder and Andrea Fortuin made it nearly impossible for those in attendance to remain seated as guests collectively and excitedly rose to enjoy familiar and loved…

Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki is gradually mastering the nitty-gritty of winning matches in domestic football. Chiefs finally got their Premiership campaign up and running on Saturday as they beat AmaZulu FC 3-0 to snap a three-game winless streak after one draw and two losses. Pule Mmodi scored a brace before Edson Castillo put the final nail in AmaZulu’s coffin. The victory ensured Ntseki could breath a sigh of relief after their last loss to TS Galaxy in Mbombela resulting in angry supporters pelting him with missiles. But while Chiefs walked away with the points, leaving Usuthu winless and goalless in four matches after three draws and one loss, Ntseki was honest in his assessment of their performance. “AmaZulu played the game, and we scored the goals, which was very…

‘Renewables beat 20 years of Karpowership’ The Province has received backing from green groups for its determination to ensure that future electricity generation for the Western Cape should come from low-carbon, renewable technologies. During a meeting of the provincial executive council, where exploring emergency measures to end the long-running energy crisis was discussed, the Province said renewable energy projects must form an integral part of its future energy mix. It was also resolved that a 20-year investment into Karpowership technology was not in the best interests of the Western Cape or the country. Karpowership is one of the preferred bidders under the national government’s Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP). Last month, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) gave the Turkish company another lifeline to…

IFP president Velenkosini Hlabisa said yesterday that the party was looking forward to Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s full recovery and return to make his contribution ahead of the 2024 elections. Buthelezi, the party’s president emeritus, celebrated his 95th birthday in hospital on Saturday. Hlabisa said that Buthelezi had provided guidance and direction to the new leadership. “We are looking forward to his continued guidance as we prepare for the 2024 general elections and beyond.” Buthelezi has been in hospital since August 12 when he was admitted for routine tests and treatment for prolonged back pain. He developed a complication during his stay in hospital, but his doctors are optimistic that he will be discharged soon. Hlabisa said next year’s election must be a turning point in the country’s problems, such as crime,…

A NEW gender-based violence (GBV) response vehicle will now make it possible to reach many more victims across Cape Town, to bring them to a place of safety. The Ihata Care Group, located in Heideveld, obtained the new response vehicle after the organisation’s CEO Faizel Porter grew increasingly concerned over how many victims they could not get to. Porter then donated a personal vehicle to meet this need and to reach victims anywhere in Cape Town. “We do sheltering of GBV victims, we do counselling, support and all of those things. Starting with the GBV Response Unit was a natural progression for us; we had to extend even further because there were a lot of our victims we were not reaching or who couldn’t reach us,” Porter said. The purpose…

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are on a US Open collision course as the final Grand Slam of season gets under way today with American teenager Coco Gauff chasing a breakthrough first major title. A little more than six weeks after world No 1 Alcaraz defeated Djokovic in an enthralling finale to the Wimbledon championships, the two men could meet again at Flushing Meadows if the seedings go to plan over the next fortnight. Djokovic and Alcaraz whetted the tennis world’s appetite for another blockbuster showdown at the Cincinnati Open last weekend, with 23-time Grand Slam singles winner Djokovic downing the 20-year-old Spaniard in a four-hour classic. Djokovic, 36, is making a long-awaited return to the US Open this year after his refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19 meant he…

Bafana Bafana’s Lyle Foster scored his first Premier League goal, much to the delight of Burnley coach Vincent Kompany, in a 3-1 loss to Aston Villa yesterday, as Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League with a victory over Sheffield United. Foster, 22, joins countrymen Benni McCarthy, Shaun Bartlett, Steven Pienaar, Quinton Fortune, Philemon Masinga, Mark Fish, Eric Tinkler and Mbulelo Mabizela on the honours role in scoring in the elite division. There was high drama in the late game yesterday when Darwin Nunez came off the bench to score twice as Liverpool snatched a sensational 2-1 win over Newcastle United, as the Reds bounced back from a straight red card in the first half for captain Virgil van Dijk. Having picked up an early yellow card,…

Formula One leader Max Verstappen celebrated a record-equalling ninth successive victory yesterday after beating the rain to win a chaotic and red-flagged Dutch Grand Prix for the third year in a row. The Red Bull driver's home triumph from pole position at a soggy Zandvoort equalled now-retired Sebastian Vettel's 2013 streak of success and was the team's 14th consecutive triumph and 13th of the season. The race started dry before rain caused chaos at the end of lap one, with a dry period followed by a torrential downpour that halted proceedings on the 65th of 72 laps with cars skidding off. Fernando Alonso put Aston Martin back on the podium with second place and a bonus point for fastest lap after the eventual rolling re-start behind the safety car led…

Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker was hoping to start an all-important week on a positive note. Instead, Stellies’ home fortress, the Danie Craven Stadium, was breached for the first time in 10 games since January, with high-flying SuperSport United claiming a 2-1 victory on Saturday night. Barker’s charges now turn their attention to Kaizer Chiefs on Wednesday and Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 quarter-final first-leg on Sunday needing to shake off a second Premiership defeat of the season. Stellies’ mentor is not too perturbed, though, and still believes his team is on the right track. “I was obviously very disappointed in the result, not so much in the performance,” said Barker. “SuperSport like to put a lot of pressure on, get a lot of balls in wide areas, play off…