Indholdsfortegnelse for 2025-01-15 i Cape Argus

father love When you think of South African music royalty, the name Omar “Boeta Maan” Adams is sure to come up. To celebrate this iconic entertainer’s incredible 80-year journey, his sons, Loukmaan and Emo Adams, are throwing a special tribute concert, called Father Love at the Artscape Opera House. The show is poised to be a love letter to a father whose life and music has touched many. Omar, lovingly called Mr YumYum, isn’t just any musician. Boeta Maan played a significant role in theatre and music in SA. He was known for his captivating stage presence and contributions to the development of musical theatre in the country. His involvement in theatrical productions helped to shape the local arts scene, blending traditional South African storytelling with contemporary musical elements. His…

HISTORY has been celebrated in the Western Cape as the class of 2024 achieved a pass rate of 86.6% – a 5.1 percent point increase, achieving the highest National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rate ever for the province. The Bachelor pass rate, which is a crucial indicator of the quality of matric passes, also increased by 5.6 percentage points to 47.8%. The province achieved a 78% pass rate for Mathematics and 79.4% for Physical Science, reaching the highest in the country. The matriculants reached the second highest pass rate in the country for Learners with Special Education Needs (LSEN) at 91%, and the highest Bachelors pass rate in the country for LSEN learners at 63.3%. Four learners from the Western Cape were invited to the celebratory breakfast with Minister of…

THE Economic Freedom Fighter’s (EFF) Member of Parliament, Carl Niehaus, has levelled serious accusations against the South African government for allegedly allowing the export of unlicensed drones and military equipment to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The claims emerged during a virtual meeting of the Joint Standing Committee on Defence on November 29, where Niehaus raised concerns regarding the country’s Aerospace Maritime Defence Industries Association’s clandestine operations. Niehaus specifically cited the shipping of two unmanned drones, reportedly still in the research and development phase and lacking the necessary operational certification. These allegations flow from a letter he submitted to the committee, which highlighted the risks of such actions against South Africa’s standing in international law and human rights practices. During his address, Niehaus focused on the role of the…

TWO matriculants have shown true strength and determination and did not let their illnesses and circumstances define them when they passed their final exams, with plans to make the world a better place. Young author, Ashlynne van Wyk, 18, from Kuils River, was born with HIV and has been open about her status since the release and launch of her first book, titled Myself, God & HIV, published by Shofar Publications in 2023. She shared her pride and relief at being successful in passing her examinations. From a young age, Van Wyk knew there was something different with her body after she suffered from severe pain and fatigue. She sadly lost her mother to AIDS at a young age. She is also an elected board member of AHI(SA) ² (Adolescent…

A FEW years ago, the renowned Japanese-American physicist, Professor Michio Kaku, told an American audience what Americans have always known; that Silicon Valley and the thriving American FinTech industry will not exist without the H-1B Visa, which literally poached thousands of Indian and Chinese graduates to build this illustrious billion-dollar America’s industries. He called this American immigrant “America’s secret weapon”. In December 2024, South African-born Elon Musk reignited this debate when he also affirmed how Indian tech engineers via the H-1B visa had become the backbone of America’s technological dominance due to the failing American education system, which is considered the worst in the Global North. Many Americans attacked Musk, but to his luck, United States President-elect Donald Trump came to his rescue. The last 20 years have also seen…

The Paarl Royals will be eager to “dust ourselves down” when they face MI Cape Town in the second instalment of the SA20 Cape at Boland Park tonight (5.30pm start), according to senior batter Joe Root. The Royals headed to Newlands for the first-round clash on Monday filled with confidence after dispatching defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape in Paarl in their competition opener. However, the Royals hit an immediate speed-bump, with MI Cape Town claiming the honours with a comfortable 33-run victory over their neighbours from the Winelands. But they now have an opportunity to avenge the defeat in the return match this evening. Root, who is England’s most successful captain and leading Test run-scorer, has experienced the swings and roundabouts during his long and illustrious career, and believes the…

Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape continued their poor start to the SA20, going down by six wickets to the Pretoria Capitals at SuperSport Park in Centurion yesterday, recording their third consecutive loss in six days. The Aiden Markram-led side may lean on how they have been slow starters in the two seasons gone by – in which they failed to win their opening two matches, but still went on to win both campaigns. However, this season, they have serious problems. Having been bowled out for 77 at home last week, they were rolled over for 113 in Centurion yesterday. To their defence, the Capitals did win a crucial toss, one they used well in asking the Sunrisers to bat first, looking to exploit all the moisture on the wicket following…

FEW things inspire sportsmen better than the recognition of their efforts. Granted, football is a team sport, and coaches and players always make sure to remind us that their achievements are thanks to the help of those around them. But individual awards go a long way towards bringing the best out of sportsmen, and that being the case, you can bet that Mamelodi Sundowns’ Iqraam Rayners will be cock-a-hoop when he takes to the field against AS FAR Rabat in the club’s final group match of the CAF Champions League at Loftus Versfeld on Sunday (6pm kick-off). Rayners was yesterday announced as the Betway Premiership Player of the Month for both November and December for his incredible efforts that have seen him score six league goals this season, which has…

South African actress and media personality Denise Zimba recently took to social media to share a deeply personal and painful experience with her followers. Zimba revealed on X, the heart-wrenching betrayal she faced when she discovered that her German ex-husband, Jakob Schlichtig, was allegedly having an affair with her childhood friend, Mpumi Mdluli. Zimba married Schlichtig in April 2022. The former Generations: The Legacy actress and Mdluli had been friends since they were 14 years old. In the post, Zimba wrote: “Nothing worse than finding out your best friend since you were 14 years old has been having an affair with your husband and that’s why she always ghosted you when you were pregnant and never celebrated you – birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers.” In a follow-up post, Zimba posted…

URGENT calls have gone out for increased police presence as schools reopen today, following the violent shootout at a taxi rank in which a security guard was killed and seven others wounded yesterday. Provincial police commissioner, Thembisile Patekile, said the individuals shot were not community members but belonged to rival factions. “The shootout was at the taxi rank and was between two warring parties within the same taxi organisation. It resulted in injuries and one person dead. “Seven people were left critically injured and were transported to hospital. We had our combat teams, and we prevented what could have been worse during this shooting. “We confiscated 20 firearms, 13 of those are rifles and seven are pistols. “We have taken 19 people in for questioning and they belong to certain…

A VIDEO showing a woman being rammed into a wall in Cloetesville, Stellenbosch, has gone viral on social media. In the 43-second clip, timestamped after midnight on January 4, the woman is seen sitting on the pavement outside. A nearby house’s CCTV managed to capture what would unfold in seconds. After 20 seconds, what appears to be an MK1 Golf, is seen reversing at a speed. The car moves from the road onto the pavement and takes the woman crashing right through the vibracrete wall behind her. Barely stopping, the driver puts the vehicle into first gear and drives off. The woman can be seen trying to get up but it seems she cannot move her lower body. The shocking video received over 130 000 views, 190 comments, and nearly…

FORMER ANC president Jacob Zuma has said he wants to remain in the ANC to take it over and “rescue” it from its current leadership. Zuma revealed his intentions in a podcast this week. Despite his public criticism of the party and his recent expulsion, Zuma claims he wants to stay within the ANC to “rescue” it from what he sees as a deviation from the values of the party’s ancestors. Last week, Zuma served the ANC with a letter of demand, giving the organisation an ultimatum to reinstate his membership by January 31 or face court action. In a candid explanation, Zuma said he wants to remain a member of the ANC so that he can take over the party and restore its original values. “If I was not…

THE City of Cape Town reported a decrease in sewer overflows during the festive season compared to previous years. According to Water and Sanitation mayco member, Zahid Badroedien, the improvements contributed to maintaining clean and safe beaches for residents and visitors. He said this on the back of an independent investigation by RethinkTheStink’s Project Blue, that uncovered widespread pollution in Table Bay, including Blue Flag beaches. “Overflows dropped from 9 917 incidents last year to 7 578 this year – a significant improvement that reflects our proactive approach to water and sanitation management,” Badroedien said. “Key to this success was the City’s Pump Station Control Room, which uses cutting-edge digital monitoring to oversee 404 sewer pump stations, 57 water pump stations, and 60 reservoirs. Coastal pump stations received special attention,…

Now that the Matric Class of 2024’s results have been published as per tradition in the newspapers, allowing for the usual group public celebrations for those happy to engage in such, perhaps everyone should sigh and say all’s well that ends well. But those in positions of power should not put this matter on the back burner. Instead, as schools open, they should make sure that every measure is taken to avoid the unnecessary anxiety and confusion created by the last-minute directive by the Information Regulator that the results should not be published in newspapers, citing possible infringement of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has had internal discussions around this matter and has stated that it will look to the courts for…

Double World Cup-winning scrumhalf Cobus Reinach is looking forward to slotting in seamlessly at the Stormers when he joins them next season. The Cape outfit yesterday announced his acquisition, with two of their experienced halfbacks, World Cup winner Herschel Jantjies and Paul de Wet, set to depart the union this season. Jantjies is off to France, with De Wet linked with a move to the Bulls. After seven years playing in England and France, the 39-cap Springbok Reinach, currently at Montpellier, is eager to return home and contribute to a team renowned for their exciting brand of rugby. “I feel that I have a lot to offer within their game model, so I look forward to connecting with my new teammates and coaches when I move down to Cape Town…

Makhehleni Makhaula is a big brother figure at Orlando Pirates, and that’s why it’s been easy for the youngsters to be at their best around him on and off the pitch. Pirates have been on an upward trajectory this season – so much so that they are tipped to challenge for a quadruple come the end of the campaign. They’ve already won the MTN8, while they are second in the Premiership table, in the CAF Champions League quarter-final and will face Richards Bay in the Nedbank Cup last 32. Their qualification for the continental showpiece last eight came with a game to spare as they’ve won three matches and drawn two in Group C. The Sea Robbers will be in action in Cairo on Saturday (6pm kick-off) to face Al…

Nkateko “Kay” Mahange from the hit reality show The Ultimatum South Africa has shared his painful journey involving his former partner and the mother of his child, Khanya Nqolase. On Instagram, Mahange detailed the troubling incidents that led him to fear for his son’s safety, shedding light on the darker side of their relationship. He is now seeking custody of his son. Mahange said that his relationship with Nqolase became toxic and harmful. “I faced repeated episodes of physical and emotional ill-treatment, including incidents that endangered Qhawe’s life.” He elaborated on a violent argument where Nqolase allegedly stabbed him while he held Qhawe in his arms. “The attack left me physically wounded but my primary concern was for Qhawe ... This act of violence was a stark reminder that her…

FINDINGS of gross misconduct against suspended Judge Tintswalo Makhubele will be referred to the Judicial Service Commission for consideration and could result in her impeachment. Jusge Makhubele gross misconduct by the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, following complaints that she was a judge while she was the chairperson of Prasa’s interim board. Retired KwaZulu-Natal judge president Achmat Jappie, who chaired the tribunal, together with two more members, heard evidence from various parties, including Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo, relating to Judge Makhubele’s appointment as a judge while it was said that she was also the interim chairperson of the Prasa board. In January 2019, #UniteBehind (the complainant) lodged a complaint of judicial misconduct with the Chief Justice, as Chairperson of the Judicial Conduct Committee (JCC), against Judge Makhubele. The complaint concerned her…

RISE Mzansi believes that South Africa is at risk of being plunged into a vicious cycle of weak, corrupted institutions, low and negative growth, as well as deepening poverty and unemployment due to bad choices The party said the country remains at a critical political crossroads despite the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU). The party added that the ANC and other established political parties’ failure to deal with the country’s deep socio-economic and governance crisis has created space for dangerous, populist rhetoric that divides rather than unites society. The party said there were opportunistic politicians who want to either resume or continue to loot public funds, position themselves as “new” champions of racialised “economic justice” while offering no thoughtful, systemic solutions to complex problems. The GNU was…

To put it mildly, Reeza Hendricks’ international career has been nothing short of a roller-coaster ride. From his very first ODI, where he struck a marvellous century against Sri Lanka, to being left out of the 2019 World Cup squad for an ageing Hashim Amla... And how can we forget the 2021 T20 World Cup in Australia, where Hendricks was in the form of his life, but had to sit out the entire tournament and watch how captain Temba Bavuma limped from one game to the next? But for Hendricks’ sins, everyone will only remember the last T20 World Cup in the US and Caribbean, where he struggled throughout the entire campaign as coach Rob Walter persisted with him at the top of the order despite SA20 Season 2 leading…

Arsenal’s Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering what is suspected to be an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, according to British media reports yesterday. Jesus, 27, left the pitch on a stretcher before the end of the first half in Arsenal’s FA Cup tie with Manchester United on Sunday, which Mikel Arteta’s side lost on penalties. “We know more now. It is not looking good at all. We need to review with one more specialist, and will have better information this afternoon,” Arteta told a press conference ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League game with Tottenham Hotspur tonight. “I don’t want to confirm anything until we have the final report this afternoon. We were very worried after the game, and we are…

Last year’s runner-up Daniil Medvedev destroyed his racquet and avoided a huge shock at the Australian Open yesterday to join a rampant Taylor Fritz and veteran Gael Monfils in the second round. In the women’s draw, Jasmine Paolini and Elena Rybakina were both emphatic winners on day three, with Emma Navarro and Emma Raducanu also victorious. The feisty Medvedev, a three-time losing finalist at Melbourne Park includ- ing a year ago to Jannik Sinner, was heavy favourite against Thailand’s 418th-ranked Kasidit Samrej. But in his first match of the season, the Russian fifth seed nearly imploded in anger before finding some measure of calm. “Second and third set, I couldn’t touch the ball. I didn’t know what to do,” Medvedev said after winning 6-2 4-6 3-6 6-1 6-2 on Rod…