At the age of 6, Moheigurn Cleophas, hurt his right leg so badly in a freak accident, that there was no hope of him regaining the use of it again.

After multiple operations and months in hospital the doctors could repair most of the damage, but believed that he would always walk with a limp.
His parents, Morné and Shireen Cleophas were just happy that he didn’t lose the use of his leg completely.
His mom shares that when they finally removed the cast it was with great anticipation as well as anxiety, because they were prepared for the worst.
It was a great relief though when it seemed that there was no problem with his mobility, but an even greater relief, as well as a shock, when Moheigurn actually started dancing right there, after the doctor removed the cast.
Shireen smiles as she shares this and mentions that he hasn’t stopped dancing since.
‘Little Mo’, as he calls himself, clearly has dancing in his blood. Now age 12, he has taught himself everything he knows, through watching dance videos.
He shyly admits though, that it would be really awesome, if he could get formal training or some form of mentorship in the art of dance.
When asked to show off his dance moves, he lacks no confidence and it is this confidence and dedication that caught the eye of musician and recording artist, Omarion.
Originally from Swaziland, Omarion has been in the music industry since 2007 and studied music at school in Zambia.
He has already collaborated with various artists and this is the fifth music video he has recorded under his record label ‘Masive Music’.
It is evident that Omarion has a strong work ethic and he stresses the importance of education.
He mentions that he plans on featuring Moheigurn regularly in his videos, but also points out that Moheigurn’s first priority, at this moment, is to focus on his schoolwork.
This said, it is quite clear that ‘Little Mo’ has big dreams and with his natural dance ability the sky will definitely be the limit.
The music video, ‘Day by Day’, will officially be released on the 25th of October 2021 on social media platforms.

Another successful operation was conducted by our municipal K9-unit in cooperation with SAPS and the Provincial Traffic Department on 7 October 2021. This was the second operation of its kind this week and was conducted on the N7 between the R311-turnoff and the Koringberg-turnoff.
Four suspects were apprehended in two separate incidents and arrested for the possession and the suspected distribution of illegal narcotics. In the first incident, a vehicle, traveling from Cape Town to Moorreesburg was pulled over for standard stop and search procedure. Officers found Tik to the estimated street value of R23 320 in the vehicle and one person was arrested.
In a second incident, a vehicle on its way to Graafwater was stopped at the N7 Weighbridge. The vehicle was searched and Mandrax tables to the value of R50 000 was found. The three occupants were arrested.
These four suspects are set to appear before the Moorreesburg Magistrate Court.
Our sincere gratitude goes out to all the safety and security role-players that are working with us to ensure the safety of our communities, and helping to prevent the scourge of drugs destroying the lives of our residents. We will continue to work with all our partners to create a safer environment for all. We also urge our residents to report suspicious activities to SAPS or our Municipal Law Enforcement.

Here’s how you can make small changes to your skincare routine to get your skin summer ready.

1. Lighten Up
   You know how in summer the days start to get lighter? Well, take your cue from nature when transitioning your skincare routine between seasons.
   This means ditching your thicker, heavier moisturiser and cleanser for gentler, more lightweight elixirs.
   Our pro tip is to switch to a dual-purpose moisturiser, especially if you’re prone to oily skin and blemishes.
   By lightening the load, a combination moisturiser and sunscreen can help keep your skin clear in the hot, heavy summer. Heavier cleansers tend to be cream or oil based. We recommend shelving these and opting for a soap-free foaming cleanser instead.
2. Consider Using Retinol
   As long as you’re diligent about using sunscreen and limiting your exposure to UV, then using retinol in the evening can help with pretty much every summer skin problem—from uneven skin tone to clogged pores. In fact, oily skin tolerates retinol the best. So, if you suffer from excess oil in summer, it’s actually a great time to take the leap and finally introduce retinol into your skincare routine.
3. Get Your Vitamin C
   If your biggest skin concern come summer is dark spots, then we can’t wait for you to meet your new go-to ingredient: vitamin C. When used topically, vitamin C acts as an antioxidant. Serums containing vitamin C target and lighten hyperpigmentation, including acne scars, sunspots, and melasma. Brightening serums also fight pollution and dehydration, and help with collagen production—hello plump, dewy skin!
4. Bring Back Self Tan
   When we say “self-tan” do you get horrible flashbacks?
   Streaky, patchy skin, orange hands and feet, strong smells, and stains all over your sheets? You’re not alone. Self-tan gets a bad rap. That said, it’s come a long way! Plus, it’s safer than traditional methods. The new buzzwords around fake tan are “tint,” “gradual,” and “sun kissed”. As long as you’re prepared, you shouldn’t run into any problems. By being prepared we mean exfoliating the night before, using an applicator mitt, and moisturising daily.
5. Exfoliate… But Not Too Much
   Exfoliating is especially important during the summer. Exfoliating regularly prevents acne by opening pores and removing dead skin cells and excess oils. Overdoing exfoliation, however, can leave your skin irritated. Incorporating a gentle exfoliator into your skincare routine once a week should do the trick. Our preferred exfoliators are products that use gentle acids to help remove dead skin like glycolic, citric, salicylic and lactic acid. Source: www.skinmiles.com

Oktobermaand is Vervoermaand in Suid-Afrika en in die Swartland is dit ook glad nie anders nie.
Die Swartland Munisipaliteit belê nou R34 miljoen om paaie in en rondom die dorpe in die streek in stand te hou.
Swartland Munisipaliteit se padnetwerk beslaan ‘n totaal van 401km. Dit sluit ‘n kombinasie van 331km teerstrate en 70km grondstrate in. Binne die munisipale grense is daar ook 23km provinsiale paaie wat gereguleer word deur die Paaie Ordinansie, Ordinansie 19 van 1979. Die ordinansie bepaal onder andere dat die eienaarskap en verantwoordelikheid vir onderhoud van hierdie paaie by die Wes-Kaapse Provinsiale Regering berus.
Oor die afgelope vyf jaar, is die volgende instandhouding voltooi:
• 80.69 km munisipale paaie is herseël teen ‘n koste van R 71 miljoen
• 4.5km is opgradeer teen R 19.860 miljoen
• 14km nuwe paaie is gebou in behuisingsprojekte met die hulp van departement van Menslike Nedersettings
• 5198 slaggate is herstel
Volgens woordvoerder Mart-Marie Haasbroek, is die munisipaliteit bewus van inwoners se ontevredenheid met die toestand van sekere provinsiale paaie binne die ruimte van die munisipaliteit.
“Piet Retiefstraat in Riebeek-Kasteel is veral vir ons ‘n uitdaging en ons het op meer as een geleentheid met die Provinsie hieroor vergader. Provinsiale paaie se onderhoud en bestuur berus by die Provinsiale Regering. Die onderhoudskoste word op ‘n 80/20 basis gedeel met die Munisipaliteit. Met ander woorde, die Provinsie moet 80% van hierdie onderhoudskoste betaal en die munisipaliteit 20%. Dit is belangrik om te let dat die toekenning wat ontvang word vir provinsiale paaie versprei moet word oor die hele 23 kilometer van Provinsiale Paaie. Vir die huidige finansiële jaar het ons slegs R175 000 van die provinsie ontvang vir werk aan provinsiale paaie en ons het onderneem om die grootste deel hiervan aan Piet Retiefstraat op Riebeek-Kasteel te spandeer. Intussen bly ons druk uitoefen op die Provinsie om dringend aandag te gee aan die paaie waarvoor hulle verantwoordelik is.”
As alles volgens plan verloop, sal daar tussen Moorreesburg en Malmesbury teen Desembermaand 60 strate herseël wees.

Manie Jackson het Saterdag ‘n draai in die streek gemaak en by die Plaasmol-padstal buite Hopefield opgetree. Mnr Henry en Mev Yvonne Ollen het ook die geleentheid bygewoon. Die egpaar het onlangs na die Swartland verhuis en Mnr Ollen het verlede week sy 90ste verjaarsdag gevier.

Verskeie Swartlandse wynkelders se wyne het verlede week gepronk by die jaarlike Michelangelo-toekennings.
Meerhof Kelder het veral geskitter met sy Meerhof Mooistrooi Strawwine 2020 wat ‘n platinum medalje ontvang het.
Om hiervoor in aanmerking te kom, moet ‘n wyn ‘n minimum van 96 punte uit 100 ontvang. Slegs 14 deelnemers wêreldwyd het vanjaar hierdie kon vermag en hierdie 14 val in die top 0.74% van die totale inskrywings ontvang in 2021.
Groote Post Vineyards het vir sy Seasalter Sauvignon Blanc 2020 ‘n dubbelgoud ontvang, terwyl Ormonde ook dubbelgoud met sy Ondine Cabernet Franc 2018 ingepalm het.
Pulpit Rock se Brink Family Vineyards Shiraz 2019 het ook ‘n dubbelgoud ontvang.

Kelders wat goue toekennings ontvang het, is die volgende:
Blake Family Wines – Amethyst 2018
Meerhof Wines – Chenin Blanc 2021, Arbeidsgenot Grenache Blanc 2020, Meerhof Shiraz 2019, Arbeidsgenot Shiraz 2020, Meerhof Shiraz 2020, Meerhof Premium Shiraz/Grenache Noir 2020, Arbeidsgenot Grenache Noir 2019, Meerhof Pino,Grenache, Cab, Shiraz, Durif 2020, Meerhof Pinotage 2020, Meerhof Premium Shiraz/Grenach 2019
Org De Rac Landgoed – Org De Rac Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Org De Rac La Verne Methode Cap Classique 2018
Pulpit Rock Wines – Brink Family Vineyards Chardonnay Barrel Fermented 2020, Brink Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Brink Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Brink Family Vineyards Merlot 2019, Louisa Cape Blend 2017, Louisa Fortitied 2019, Brink Family Vineyards Pinotage 2019
Riebeek Valley Wine Company – Riebeek Cellars Collection Chardonnay 2020, Riebeek Cellars Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Riebeek Cellars Collection Chenin blanc 2021, Riebeek Cellars Collection Merlot 2019, Riebeek Cellars Collection Shiraz 2020, Klein Kasteelberg Granche Noir & Mourvedre 2020.

Juneyed Edas, plaaslike tydren-entoesias, het by verlede week se Riebeek Valley-ren ‘n eerste plek in sy klas, S3, en ‘n vyfde algehele plek behaal. Edas is ondersteun deur sy suster, Reyanah, wat as navigator opgetree het. Regs is die duo in aksie in die naweek se tydren.

Die Malmesbury Rolbalklub se seisoen het die afgelope naweek afgeskop. Alle belangstellendes wat dit oorweeg om die sport te beoefen is steeds welkom om aan te sluit.
Die klub beskik oor genoeg balle van verskillende groottes wat beskikbaar is vir gaste en nuwe lede.
Die klub het tans 23 lede, en is vol vertroue dat die ledetal sal uitbrei.
Belangstellendes kan die volgende lede kontak: Roux Vermeulen 0834789616, Daniël Griebenauw 0723989041, Jeff Petersen 0728074545 of June Rickett 0606939226.
Die immer gewilde Sakemanne-toernooi begin op 2 November, met spel wat oor 7 dae sal plaasvind, met die finaal Woensdag 17 November vir elke aand se twee top-spanne.
Kennisgewings sal binnekort uitgestuur word, en inskrywingsgeld beloop R320 per span van vier spelers. Op Vrydag 26 November en 3 Desember is enigiemand welkom vir sosiale bring-en-rol saam @ R30 per persoon met jou vriende van 18:00-20:00.
Kole sal beskikbaar wees vir braai en ‘n kontantkroeg is beskikbaar.
“Dit sal ‘n goeie geleentheid bied om wraak te neem teen die spelers wat jou afgestof het tydens die Sakemanne-toernooi.”

Malmesbury Sakekamer hou ‘n ledebyeenkoms op 21 Oktober in die Freek Standersaal (Oloksaal) om 18:00.
Alle lede en belangstellendes word aangemoedig om hierdie geleentheid by te woon, veral omdat die pandemie keer dat ons elke maand sulke byeenkomste kan aanbied.

Tydens hierdie vergadering sal Sakekamerlede kortliks terugvoer gee oor die aktiwiteite van die laaste paar maande.
Die Ondersteun Plaaslik-borde wat by die dorp se ingange geplant gaan word, word ook bekendstel.
Die groot vraag op almal se lippe is wie die wenners van die Sakekamer se skoolkompetisie is. Hierdie aankondiging en die oorhandiging van pryse aan die wenners en die betrokke skoolhoofde sal die aand se verrigtinge afsluit.
Dus: Dagboek solank die datum; en bespreek solank u plek vir daardie geleentheid by info@sakekamer.co.za, aangesien covid-protokol en -getalle steeds geld.