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๐ˆ๐„๐‚ ๐ˆ๐’ ๐’๐„๐€๐‘๐‚๐‡๐ˆ๐๐† ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐€ ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐Ž๐”๐“๐‘๐„๐€๐‚๐‡ ๐‚๐Ž๐Ž๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆ๐๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘ (๐Œ๐Ž๐‚)The IEC Western Cape is recruiting a Municipal Outreach Coord...
07/11/2025

๐ˆ๐„๐‚ ๐ˆ๐’ ๐’๐„๐€๐‘๐‚๐‡๐ˆ๐๐† ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐€ ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐Ž๐”๐“๐‘๐„๐€๐‚๐‡ ๐‚๐Ž๐Ž๐‘๐ƒ๐ˆ๐๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘ (๐Œ๐Ž๐‚)

The IEC Western Cape is recruiting a Municipal Outreach Coordinator (MOC) for the Breede Valley (Worcester office) to support civic and democracy education ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. As the Breede Valley Municipality (BVM), we encourage eligible residents to apply and play a key role in strengthening local democracy!

๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ƒ๐ž๐ญ๐š๐ข๐ฅ๐ฌ:
โฆ Location: Breede Valley (Worcester)
โฆ Contract: January 2026 โ€“ 24 December 2026
โฆ Remuneration: R13 900 per month
โฆ Reference: WC025/2025/47335

๐‘๐จ๐ฅ๐ž ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ž:
To educate and mobilise communities to participate in electoral activities and events.

๐Œ๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ฆ ๐‘๐ž๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ:
โฆ A 3-year tertiary qualification (or equivalent), or
โฆ Matric/N3 (NQF4) plus 3 years relevant experience
โฆ Strong community mobilisation and facilitation skills

๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ƒ๐ž๐š๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ž: 18 November 2025
Apply Online Only via the IEC Website:
https://www.elections.org.za/pw/About-Us/BrowseJobs

๐…๐จ๐ซ ๐ž๐ง๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ:
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๐Œ๐€๐†๐–๐€๐‹๐„๐๐ˆ ๐๐‘๐„๐’๐‚๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐‹๐„๐‘๐’ ๐๐„๐€๐Œ ๐–๐ˆ๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐ˆ๐ƒ๐„ ๐€๐“ ๐†๐‘๐€๐ƒ๐”๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐‚๐„๐‹๐„๐๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐The atmosphere was filled with excitement and pride as d...
05/11/2025

๐Œ๐€๐†๐–๐€๐‹๐„๐๐ˆ ๐๐‘๐„๐’๐‚๐‡๐Ž๐Ž๐‹๐„๐‘๐’ ๐๐„๐€๐Œ ๐–๐ˆ๐“๐‡ ๐๐‘๐ˆ๐ƒ๐„ ๐€๐“ ๐†๐‘๐€๐ƒ๐”๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐‚๐„๐‹๐„๐๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐

The atmosphere was filled with excitement and pride as dozens of bright young learners marked a significant milestone during the annual Impumelelo Yesizwe Preschool Graduation Ceremony held at the Zwelethemba Community Hall. Proud parents, teachers, and community members gathered to celebrate the achievements of the little graduates as they prepared to take their next big step into formal schooling.

The ceremony was beautifully themed, reflecting the childrenโ€™s journey of discovery, friendship, and growth throughout the year. Dressed in beautiful outfits, the learners delighted the audience with cheerful performances, including songs, poems, and short reflections that showcased the skills and confidence they had developed. Each child received a certificate of completion, symbolising their readiness for the next level in their educational journey.

Founder and Principal Nolubabalo Bridget Siyolo commended the children for their hard work and thanked parents and teachers for their continuous support and dedication. โ€œToday is not just a celebration of what our learners have achieved, but also a reminder of the important foundation early childhood education provides for their future successโ€ said Siyolo. In her keynote address, Siyolo encouraged parents to remain involved in their childrenโ€™s educational journeys as they transition to primary school.

With just two years since its inception, the Impumelelo Yesizwe Centre has demonstrated significant progress in recruitment and staff retention, reflected in the growing number of children enrolled. The centre continues to stand out as one of the most active Early Childhood Development (ECD) facilities within the Magwaleni Informal Settlement. The event also underscored the vital role of ECD in nurturing strong, confident, and capable young citizens. The ceremony concluded with joyful singing, laughter, and a shared sense of accomplishment that left everyone inspired.

๐‘๐ˆ๐•๐„๐‘๐’๐ˆ๐ƒ๐„ ๐‘๐€๐๐†๐„๐‘๐’ ๐’๐„๐‚๐”๐‘๐„๐’ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐Œ๐Ž๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐€๐…๐“๐„๐‘ ๐๐‹๐€๐˜๐Ž๐…๐… ๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐“๐Ž๐‘๐˜The newly formed Riverside Rangers Football Club (RRFC) has ear...
03/11/2025

๐‘๐ˆ๐•๐„๐‘๐’๐ˆ๐ƒ๐„ ๐‘๐€๐๐†๐„๐‘๐’ ๐’๐„๐‚๐”๐‘๐„๐’ ๐๐‘๐Ž๐Œ๐Ž๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐€๐…๐“๐„๐‘ ๐๐‹๐€๐˜๐Ž๐…๐… ๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐“๐Ž๐‘๐˜

The newly formed Riverside Rangers Football Club (RRFC) has earned a historic promotion to the SAFA Promotional League after a thrilling playoff campaign that captured the hearts of local supporters this past weekend. Hosted at the Zwelethemba Stadium, Rangers played two electrifying games to clinch their spot for qualification. Rangers triumphed 2 โ€“ 0 against United Pirates FC and 5 โ€“ 1 against Eleven Attackers, sealing their place in the higher division for the upcoming season.

Rangers were among four teams officially promoted to the Promotional League following a successful campaign, alongside Shooting Stars, Rawsonville Gunners, and Immortals. Despite being established only seven months ago, the club has made remarkable progress in building its identity, activism, and competitive spirit. This momentum was further demonstrated through the hosting of one of the most electrifying local events, the GBVF Tournament, which is now set to become an annual fixture for local clubs across the Breede Valley.

According to the club founder and president, Andile โ€œAylaโ€ Maphingana, this promotion marks the culmination of months of hard work, discipline, and determination by both players and coaching staff. Maphingana praised his teamโ€™s resilience, saying, โ€œThis promotion means everything to our club and community. The players gave their all, and this achievement is a reflection of our unity and commitment to excellence.โ€ He further dedicated the promotion to their loyal fans, whose unwavering support since the clubโ€™s formation has been a driving force behind their success.

The clubโ€™s Technical Team will be led by Anele Mrhobongwane and Thomas, who have both been instrumental to the teamโ€™s recent success and overall development. The promotion means the club will now compete independently at a higher level, providing players with greater exposure and development opportunities after last seasonโ€™s challenge of competing under Boland Ajaxโ€™s status. The clubโ€™s management has also announced plans to strengthen the squad and upgrade training facilities in preparation for the new season, with the added ambition of securing sponsorships to bolster their upcoming league campaign.

๐‘๐„๐Œ๐„๐Œ๐๐„๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐€ ๐’๐“๐€๐‘: ๐–๐Ž๐‘๐‚๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘ ๐†๐Ž๐’๐๐„๐‹ ๐’๐‡๐Ž๐– ๐“๐Ž ๐๐€๐˜ ๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐๐”๐“๐„ ๐“๐Ž ๐…๐€๐‹๐‹๐„๐ ๐“๐€๐‹๐„๐๐“One of Worcesterโ€™s beloved musical talents will...
30/10/2025

๐‘๐„๐Œ๐„๐Œ๐๐„๐‘๐ˆ๐๐† ๐€ ๐’๐“๐€๐‘: ๐–๐Ž๐‘๐‚๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘ ๐†๐Ž๐’๐๐„๐‹ ๐’๐‡๐Ž๐– ๐“๐Ž ๐๐€๐˜ ๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐๐”๐“๐„ ๐“๐Ž ๐…๐€๐‹๐‹๐„๐ ๐“๐€๐‹๐„๐๐“

One of Worcesterโ€™s beloved musical talents will be celebrated at the 3rd edition of the Letโ€™s Worship Gospel Concert, set to take place this Saturday at the Zwelethemba Community Hall. Organised by Onako Events, this yearโ€™s edition is described as a celebration of faith and music, featuring a special commemorative moment in honour of the late gospel sensation, Thembinkosi Lawrence Ndzima, who passed away last month.

The 52-year-old was scheduled to be part of the line-up; however, he passed in a tragic car accident on the R60 between Ashton and Robertson. โ€œWe have dedicated a segment in the show as a tribute to his remarkable talent, generosity, and lasting influence in the gospel industry. His artistry transcended musical boundaries and deeply resonated within the creative arts community, inspiring young talents and ensuring that his music continues to touch and transform livesโ€ explained Vangqa.

Beyond his own musical career, Ndzima dedicated himself to nurturing the next generation through education and musical training initiatives under his record label, Ndzima Music Productions. In 1997, he co-founded the Zwelethemba Arts & Culture (ZAC) organisation, which provides creative arts training to disadvantaged youth, ensuring that the spirit of the arts continues to thrive in Zwelethemba. โ€œThis weekendโ€™s concert promises to be a powerful celebration of Jazzโ€™s legacy, featuring an exceptional line-up that includes some of the countryโ€™s most beloved gospel voices, such as the renowned Ziyanda Tshangana, who will headline the show, alongside many talented local artistsโ€ remarked Vangqa.

Commenting on the show and what to expect, Vangqa expressed confidence that Tshangana and the rest of the performers will deliver a full 360ยฐ top-tier experience. โ€œWe want the audience to leave the show feeling revived, restored, renewed, and spiritually aligned. We are truly grateful to have someone of her stature featured in our 3rd edition, and I have no doubt that she will give the audience an experience worth every centโ€ he said.

Donโ€™t miss Ziyanda Tshangana along with many other talented performers at the Letโ€™s Worship Gospel Concert this coming Saturday. Tickets are available for R150 โ€” contact Luvuyo Vangqa at 083 407 6181 to secure yours.

๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐’๐“๐€๐“๐„๐Œ๐„๐๐“ ๐Ž๐ ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐Ž๐๐„๐๐ˆ๐๐† ๐Ž๐… ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐’๐–๐ˆ๐Œ๐Œ๐ˆ๐๐† ๐๐Ž๐Ž๐‹๐’The Breede Valley Municipality (BVM) is pleased to announce...
29/10/2025

๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐’๐“๐€๐“๐„๐Œ๐„๐๐“ ๐Ž๐ ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐Ž๐๐„๐๐ˆ๐๐† ๐Ž๐… ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐’๐–๐ˆ๐Œ๐Œ๐ˆ๐๐† ๐๐Ž๐Ž๐‹๐’

The Breede Valley Municipality (BVM) is pleased to announce its readiness for the official opening of all municipal swimming pools for the 2025 summer season, scheduled for 01 November 2025. This Saturdayโ€™s opening marks the beginning of an exciting season, offering residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy safe, accessible, and well-maintained recreational facilities across the municipal area.

In preparation for the seasonโ€™s opening, the municipal team is finalising all necessary maintenance work, including pool cleaning, water quality testing, and safety inspections. All municipal swimming pools will be open to the public from 10:00 to 18:00, Monday to Saturday, and from 12:00 to 18:00 on Sundays throughout the summer season. Entry fees remain affordable to ensure inclusive access for all residents: R18.00 for adults and R9.00 for children.

As highlighted last week, a total of 32 lifeguards will be appointed and deployed across all municipal pools for the 2025 summer season. This week, they will undergo comprehensive training and certification to ensure the highest standards of safety and supervision at all facilities. In addition to their rescue duties, lifeguards will be responsible for enforcing pool rules, promoting good swimming practices, and educating the public on water safety.

Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Sports & Recreation, Cllr. Vernon Bedworth expressed excitement about the reopening, noting, โ€œOur swimming pools play a vital role in promoting social cohesion, youth recreation, and healthy living. We invite residents to make use of these facilities while respecting the rules that ensure everyoneโ€™s safety. As a municipality, we remain committed to providing a safe, well-equipped, clean, and enjoyable environment for all throughout this summer seasonโ€ he added.

Bedworth also emphasised the importance of community recreation and safety during the summer months. โ€œWe encourage residents to make responsible use of our public swimming facilities and to adhere to all safety guidelines in place. The safety and well-being of everyone visiting our pools remain our top priority, and that can only be achieved through cooperation and respect for the rulesโ€ he said.

This weekend, each facility will have a team of trained and certified lifeguards on duty, reflecting the municipalityโ€™s commitment to public safety, health, and community recreation. Their vigilance will play a key role in reducing accidents, preventing injuries, and maintaining order, especially during the busy summer season when pool attendance is at its peak. Their presence builds public confidence, allowing residents to enjoy municipal facilities in a safe, family-friendly environment.

๐Œ๐„๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„ ๐“๐Ž ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐’๐„๐€๐’๐Ž๐๐„๐ƒ ๐„๐ƒ๐”๐‚๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘โ€™๐’ ๐‹๐„๐†๐€๐‚๐˜The education fraternity and local community will gather this after...
28/10/2025

๐Œ๐„๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐ˆ๐€๐‹ ๐’๐„๐‘๐•๐ˆ๐‚๐„ ๐“๐Ž ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐’๐„๐€๐’๐Ž๐๐„๐ƒ ๐„๐ƒ๐”๐‚๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘โ€™๐’ ๐‹๐„๐†๐€๐‚๐˜

The education fraternity and local community will gather this afternoon to honour the life and contribution of the late Vuyelwa Mercy Limane, a seasoned educator whose passion for teaching and dedication to learners spanned over decades. The memorial service is scheduled to take place at the Siyafuneka Primary School, beginning at 3pm, where colleagues, learners, and community members will pay tribute to an individual remembered for her unwavering commitment to education and mentorship.

Throughout her distinguished career, Limane served at Vusisizwe Secondary School (VSS), where she played an instrumental role in shaping young minds and fostering a culture of learning excellence. Known for her humility, discipline, and nurturing nature, the 73-year-old left a lasting impression on generations of learners. In her tenure as part of the VSS family, she was widely admired for her leadership, positive spirit, and generosity in sharing her knowledge.

Organised as a collaborative effort among local schools, the memorial service aims to provide an opportunity for her former colleagues, learners, and community members to pay tribute to her lifelong dedication to empowering youth through education. Across social media, messages of condolence highlighted Limane as a compassionate educator who touched many lives within the school community, in Zweletemba, and among colleagues and friends who had the privilege of working and travelling with her.

๐…๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐ƒ๐„๐€๐ƒ๐‹๐ˆ๐๐„: ๐๐‘๐Ž๐๐Ž๐’๐€๐‹๐’ ๐ˆ๐๐•๐ˆ๐“๐„๐ƒ ๐“๐Ž ๐Ž๐๐„๐‘๐€๐“๐„ ๐€ ๐†๐˜๐Œ ๐ˆ๐ ๐™๐–๐„๐‹๐„๐“๐‡๐„๐Œ๐๐€The Unobuntu Thusong Service Centre (UTSC), a municipal...
27/10/2025

๐…๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐ƒ๐„๐€๐ƒ๐‹๐ˆ๐๐„: ๐๐‘๐Ž๐๐Ž๐’๐€๐‹๐’ ๐ˆ๐๐•๐ˆ๐“๐„๐ƒ ๐“๐Ž ๐Ž๐๐„๐‘๐€๐“๐„ ๐€ ๐†๐˜๐Œ ๐ˆ๐ ๐™๐–๐„๐‹๐„๐“๐‡๐„๐Œ๐๐€

The Unobuntu Thusong Service Centre (UTSC), a municipal facility, houses an on-site fitness centre (gym) designed for use by both staff and the general public. Equipped with the necessary resources and equipment, the gym is situated within the centre and was managed by an external service provider. Their contract has ended, UTSC is looking to appoint a qualified and experienced gym management service provider to oversee and manage the gymโ€™s training activities for a period of 36 months (3 years).

We invite qualified non-profit organisations to submit comprehensive proposals to manage and operate the facility. The goal is to ensure the facility provides high-quality, accessible fitness and wellness services to residents while maintaining operational sustainability.

Visit our website to full details: https://bvm.gov.za/.../call-for-proposals-to-operate-a-gym/

๐†๐‘๐€๐๐“-๐ˆ๐-๐€๐ˆ๐ƒ ๐๐Ž๐-๐Œ๐€๐๐ƒ๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘๐˜ ๐‚๐‹๐€๐‘๐ˆ๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐Œ๐„๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐†๐’ ๐“๐Ž ๐๐„ ๐‡๐„๐‹๐ƒThe Breede Valley Municipality hereby informs all interested...
27/10/2025

๐†๐‘๐€๐๐“-๐ˆ๐-๐€๐ˆ๐ƒ ๐๐Ž๐-๐Œ๐€๐๐ƒ๐€๐“๐Ž๐‘๐˜ ๐‚๐‹๐€๐‘๐ˆ๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐Œ๐„๐„๐“๐ˆ๐๐†๐’ ๐“๐Ž ๐๐„ ๐‡๐„๐‹๐ƒ

The Breede Valley Municipality hereby informs all interested and eligible community-based organisations and non-profit entities that a series of non-mandatory clarification meetings regarding the 2025/2026 Grant-in-Aid applications will be held across the municipal area as follows:

๐Ÿ“… ๐ƒ๐š๐ญ๐ž: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
๐Ÿ•’ ๐•๐ž๐ง๐ฎ๐ž๐ฌ & ๐“๐ข๐ฆ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฅ๐จ๐ญ๐ฌ:
09h00 โ€“ 10:00 at the Unobuntu Thusong Service Centre, Zwelethemba, Worcester
12h00 โ€“ 13:00 at the Supply Chain Committee Room, 51B Baring Street, Worcester
14h30 โ€“ 15h30 at the Rawsonville Municipal Office,17 Le Seuer Street, Rawsonville

๐Ÿ“… ๐ƒ๐š๐ญ๐ž: Thursday, 30 October 2025
๐Ÿ•’ ๐•๐ž๐ง๐ฎ๐ž๐ฌ & ๐“๐ข๐ฆ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฅ๐จ๐ญ๐ฌ:
09h00 โ€“ 10:00 at the Touwsrivier Municipal Office, 42 Logan Street, Touwsriver
12h00 โ€“ 13:00 at the De Doorns Public Library, 9 Station Road, De Doorns

The purpose of these meetings is to provide clarity and assistance on the application process, eligibility criteria, and required documentation for the Grant-in-Aid funding. Attendance is not compulsory; however, applicants are encouraged to participate to ensure compliance with the application requirements.

๐๐Ž๐—๐ˆ๐๐† ๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐“๐˜ ๐”๐๐ˆ๐“๐„๐’ ๐“๐Ž ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐๐ˆ๐ โ€˜๐‚๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘โ€™ ๐˜๐€๐๐ŽWorcester is set to host an electrifying boxing tournament tomorro...
24/10/2025

๐๐Ž๐—๐ˆ๐๐† ๐‚๐Ž๐Œ๐Œ๐”๐๐ˆ๐“๐˜ ๐”๐๐ˆ๐“๐„๐’ ๐“๐Ž ๐‡๐Ž๐๐Ž๐”๐‘ ๐‚๐Ž๐‹๐๐ˆ๐ โ€˜๐‚๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘โ€™ ๐˜๐€๐๐Ž

Worcester is set to host an electrifying boxing tournament tomorrow, celebrating the life and legacy of the late Colbin โ€œCarterโ€ Yabo, a revered figure in boxing history in Worcester. The event promises high-octane matches, community engagement, and a tribute to a man whose impact on the sport and local youth development is unmatched. The community is encouraged to attend, cheer on local talent, and be part of an unforgettable celebration of sport and legacy. Set to start at 12h00, boxers will commence with their weighing time at 7h30

Organised by the Battling Birds Boxing Club (BBBC) in collaboration with the Breede Valley Municipality (BVM), Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM), Give Hope Foundation (GHF), and Mandisa Tani, the event will feature an exciting lineup of both amateur and semi-professional bouts. Aspiring boxers from across the region will step into the ring to showcase their skills while paying tribute to the discipline, determination, and sportsmanship that Yabo exemplified throughout his remarkable career.

Aimed at showcasing boxing talent and keeping young people off the streets, the tournament will take place at the historic Zwelethemba Community Hall, a venue where the late Yabo once trained, mentored, and nurtured aspiring boxers during his time as head coach. โ€œMy father was more than just a champion in the ring, he was a mentor and a source of inspiration to countless young athletes. This tournament is our way of honouring his remarkable legacy and ensuring that his passion for boxing continues to motivate and uplift future generationsโ€ said his son, Hector Yabo, the tournament coordinator.

Parents have expressed their delight with the initiative, noting visible improvements in their childrenโ€™s behaviour. โ€œWe are deeply grateful for the support received from all our sponsors and partners in ensuring that this first-ever sporting tournament delivers positive outcomes. Our focus now is to continue fostering the growth of the sport and ensuring that young people remain actively engagedโ€ added Yabo. Family, friends, and fans are expected to attend, paying homage to a true legend whose name remains synonymous with courage and excellence in Worcester boxing.

Yabo also praised BBBC Head Coach Xolani Patrick Xipu for his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to reviving the sport in Zwelethemba while keeping the stable active in honour of his late father. โ€œWe are truly grateful to the Head Coach for the progress and milestones the stable has achieved so far. I know my father would be proud of this initiative, and it is our duty to ensure that his legacy (the BBBC) continues to thriveโ€ said Yabo.

๐๐‘๐„๐๐€๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐๐’ ๐”๐๐ƒ๐„๐‘๐–๐€๐˜ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐…๐„๐’๐“๐ˆ๐•๐„ ๐ˆ๐๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐’๐„๐€๐’๐Ž๐ ๐ˆ๐ ๐๐‘๐„๐„๐ƒ๐„ ๐•๐€๐‹๐‹๐„๐˜The Breede Valley Initiation Forum (BVIF) held a spe...
23/10/2025

๐๐‘๐„๐๐€๐‘๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐๐’ ๐”๐๐ƒ๐„๐‘๐–๐€๐˜ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐…๐„๐’๐“๐ˆ๐•๐„ ๐ˆ๐๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐’๐„๐€๐’๐Ž๐ ๐ˆ๐ ๐๐‘๐„๐„๐ƒ๐„ ๐•๐€๐‹๐‹๐„๐˜

The Breede Valley Initiation Forum (BVIF) held a special meeting with amaXhosa traditional leaders and parents of prospective initiation candidates in preparation for the upcoming summer season, set to commence on 1 November 2025. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including traditional surgeons, the South African Police Service (SAPS), and community representatives, to discuss logistical planning and safety measures for the initiation period.

Some of the crucial discussion points included compliance with provincial initiation regulations, health screening protocols, access to water and sanitation, and the designation of approved initiation sites. The Breede Valley Municipality has pledged its continued support in monitoring conditions at initiation sites. The Department of Arts, Culture, & Sports (DCAS) will provide training assistance and ensure that all traditional surgeons and caregivers are duly registered and follow approved hygiene and safety procedures.

In an exclusive interview with the publication, Breede Valley Initiation Forum (BVIF) Chairperson, Mthetheleli Samuel Mkhiwane, reaffirmed the forumโ€™s commitment to prioritising safety and compliance throughout the initiation season. โ€œAs preparations near completion, all stakeholders remain united in their efforts to ensure that this yearโ€™s initiation season runs smoothly, honouring our cultural heritage while safeguarding the lives of the young men who will embark on this important journeyโ€ he said.

Following a joint BVIF meeting held earlier with traditional leaders from various groups, Mkhiwane confirmed that the AmaHlubi nation will not be participating in this yearโ€™s initiation season. He further noted that only two initiation schools for the BaSotho nation will be operating this season, and preparations (ukutheza) are already underway. Similar to the Xhosa nation, both schools will officially operate from 1 November 2025 until 31 January 2026, as prescribed by the provincial guidelines.

Mkhiwane reiterated the forumโ€™s commitment to upholding cultural values while prioritising the well-being of initiates. โ€œWe urge parents and guardians to ensure that their children attend only registered and approved initiation schools. As the BVIF Committee, we also call upon community members to report any illegal or unregistered initiation sites,โ€ he added. The AmaXhosa nation will host a general meeting today at 5pm, behind the Zwelethemba Stadium, and all men and traditional leaders are encouraged to attend.

๐†๐Ž๐’๐๐„๐‹ ๐๐Ž๐–๐„๐‘๐‡๐Ž๐”๐’๐„ ๐’๐„๐“ ๐“๐Ž ๐‹๐ˆ๐†๐‡๐“ ๐”๐ ๐–๐Ž๐‘๐‚๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘!If youโ€™re searching for a gospel concert that blends top-tier musical excell...
22/10/2025

๐†๐Ž๐’๐๐„๐‹ ๐๐Ž๐–๐„๐‘๐‡๐Ž๐”๐’๐„ ๐’๐„๐“ ๐“๐Ž ๐‹๐ˆ๐†๐‡๐“ ๐”๐ ๐–๐Ž๐‘๐‚๐„๐’๐“๐„๐‘!

If youโ€™re searching for a gospel concert that blends top-tier musical excellence with an atmosphere of genuine worship, then the 3rd edition of the Letโ€™s Worship Gospel Concert is where you need to be next weekend. Renowned gospel singer and businesswoman Ziyanda Tshangana will headline the highly anticipated event, set to take place on Saturday, 1 November, at the Zwelethemba Community Hall in Worcester.

known for her anointed-style worship, strong voice, and deep devotion, the award-winning Eastern Cape-born worship leader is gearing to offer audiences worship with spiritual depth and live spontaneous moments, rather than just a typical performance. โ€œOne thing that I can assure the audience next weekend they should expect a blissful experience filled with new sound but more worshipโ€ she explained.

Scheduled to perform alongside a wide range of local artists and the Letโ€™s Worship team, the Ulihlathi Lethu Thixo hitmaker highlighted that her uniqueness and consistency stem from her commitment to authenticity and self-belief. โ€œOver the years, Iโ€™ve learned to believe in myself, trust in prayer, and stay true to being Ziyanda, not to fake or mimic someone elseโ€™s voice or style. Remaining original is what brings authenticity to my musicโ€ she said.

Since her debut single titled Mkhosโ€™ onomandla released in 2020, which marked the official launch of her solo career, Tshangana has been gaining traction on social media, attracting a wide range of gospel music lovers. Coming from a strong Christian background, she shared that her faith in the Lord has not only shaped her music and career choices but has also guided her personal life in every way: a foundation she credits as a key contributor to her success.

Onako Events co-founder and creative mind behind the concept, Luvuyo Vangqa, affectionately known as MC_Wodumo, expressed confidence that Tshangana and the rest of the performers will deliver a full 360ยฐ top-tier experience. โ€œWe want the audience to leave the show feeling revived, restored, renewed, and spiritually aligned. We are truly grateful to have someone of her stature featured in our 3rd edition, and I have no doubt that she will give the audience an experience worth every centโ€ he said.

Following her successful full-length live second album recording, Prophetic Worship Encounter, held on 11 October at Calvary Christian Church in East London, Tshangana hopes to release the project soon and explore more collaborative projects with fellow artists. Donโ€™t miss Ziyanda Tshangana along with many other talented performers at the Letโ€™s Worship Gospel Concert next Saturday. Tickets are available for R150 โ€” contact Luvuyo Vangqa at 083 407 6181 to secure yours.





๐„๐—๐„๐‚๐”๐“๐ˆ๐•๐„ ๐Œ๐€๐˜๐Ž๐‘ ๐–๐ˆ๐’๐‡๐„๐’ ๐Œ๐€๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐‚ ๐‚๐‹๐€๐’๐’ ๐–๐„๐‹๐‹ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐…๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐„๐—๐€๐Œ๐’To our matric  ,As the 2025 matric exams begin tomorrow, the Bre...
20/10/2025

๐„๐—๐„๐‚๐”๐“๐ˆ๐•๐„ ๐Œ๐€๐˜๐Ž๐‘ ๐–๐ˆ๐’๐‡๐„๐’ ๐Œ๐€๐“๐‘๐ˆ๐‚ ๐‚๐‹๐€๐’๐’ ๐–๐„๐‹๐‹ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐…๐ˆ๐๐€๐‹ ๐„๐—๐€๐Œ๐’

To our matric ,

As the 2025 matric exams begin tomorrow, the Breede Valley Municipality (BVM) extends its best wishes to all matriculants. This moment marks the culmination of months of dedication and hard work by both learners and teachers in preparation for this important milestone. You have really put in the extra hours this year, and we are so proud of the effort you have made to invest in your own future.

We understand that this may be a stressful period, but remember, you are not alone. As parents, community leaders, and educators, we stand with you, ready to support and encourage you every step of the way. We look forward to celebrating your achievements when the results are released next year. While this is an opportunity to shape your future, remember that success is not measured only by the marks on your report, but also by the courage, determination, and commitment you demonstrate throughout the journey.

Approach every paper with confidence and determination, knowing that your efforts will open doors to endless possibilities. For this journey, carry with you not only your own dreams, but also the hopes of your families, schools, and our entire Breede Valley community. To both educators and parents, thank you for the outstanding work you have done this year in preparing our learners, and for the support, care, and love you show them every day. You have been hard at work preparing our candidates for the final hurdle of their school careers.

On behalf of the BVM Council, Executive Management, and staff, we wish you the very best for the weeks ahead and look forward to celebrating some great results next year with you too!

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