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New Paper
29-05-2025
- Sport
- New Paper
May 30 S.A. (Fairview) form analysis
Race 1 (1,200m) (3) ZAMBEZI SUNSET has already been gelded, so should be ready for his debut and has Richard Fourie in the irons. (2) SUPREME JUDGE is threatening to win a race and can go one better this time but all that form has been on the Polytrack. (4) AMIOK is a Global View filly making her debut. (5) ATLANTIC PEARL also makes his debut and could earn some money. Race 2 (1,600m) (6) GOLDEN GREY has been unlucky not to win at this centre. He has proven to be a difficult ride but deserves a winning turn. (5) FIZZLY BUBBLY and (4) GARDEN SUN have both shown a lot of improvement of late. It would not surprise any if they get involved with the finish. (3) PROLIFIC STAR seems better than his local debut and could be a threat. Race 3 (1,600m) (2) WINTER GAMBLE has not been reliable but on the pick of her form, she is the one to beat in this line-up. (1) TWILIGHT BAY is threatening to get out of the maiden ranks and might enjoy the switch to the turf. (4) JUST FOR U showed some improvement and could have more to offer. (5) FANTASY GIRL is battling to win a race but is capable of earning some more money. Race 4 (1,600m) (4) GREEN MANDARIN has run well at this course and could score, having his first run for trainer Juan Nel. (12) LANCIAFIAMME is improving and has a winning chance. (7) WILLIAM THE FIRST is in good form and clearly not out of it. (8) FINAL EDITION is suited by course and distance, so should go into all the exotics. Race 5 (1,900m) (5) GLOBAL REEF fought on gamely for a good win last time and that confidence boost could spark a follow-up victory. (1) MR FOX showed his talent on the Polytrack last time and could have more to offer. (3) HOME REEF is in very good form and deserves respect. (14) PISCES is the unreliable type but is capable of surprising over this course and distance. Race 6 (1,400m) (3) ANCHOR MAN is in good form but he can expect many challenges all up the straight. (1) MASTER INCOLOR did not seem to see out the Derby distance and could do a lot better on this track and trip. (2) GLOBETONIC has some fair recent form and can get involved with the finish again. (4) WINTER EMERALDS won well last time and could be better than rated. Race 7 (1,400m) (4) GOLDEN PALM is improving and has won both her starts for Fourie. She should be better than these rivals. (2) BAROLO has not done much wrong so far and should fight out the finish. (1) AUGUSTA ROSSO was not disgraced last time and could like this longer distance. (5) ROYAL CITY GIRL shows talent and can be a threat. Race 8 (1,200m) (4) COASTAL PATH is at his best over this course and distance and should go close to winning. (1) SILVONIAN looked the likely winner going into the closing stages last time before getting caught and deserves another winning turn. (2) SOUND OF THE SEA found good betting support when winning on the Polytrack and deserves respect for that win. (3) SWEET AND TRUE likes the turf and could be a live danger.
The Citizen
23-05-2025
- The Citizen
Five years of neglect, 702 voices demanding change
For five long years, the residents of Viljoen Street, Muller Crescent, and Ingrid Jonker Street in Extension 16 have lived with a growing crisis, one riddled with potholes deep enough to tell a story of neglect and frustration. Ward Councillor Kim Fourie has been the voice of this community, tirelessly advocating for urgent repairs and relief. Yet, despite multiple pleas to road assistance and municipal authorities, the situation has remained unchanged. Her latest follow-up letter, dated March 31, paints a grim picture of a neighbourhood plagued by deteriorating roads. Residents have suffered greatly as a result of the dangerous road conditions, frequent tire replacements, significant vehicle damage – one resident lost more than R20 000 after his caravan was damaged by the harsh terrain – and community dissatisfaction, with more than 702 residents offering feedback on dissatisfaction and prior unsuccessful repair attempts. 'I pay my rates and taxes every month, and I have been complaining about these roads since 2006. This growing crisis is more than just an inconvenience – it is a failure of service delivery, a disregard for community voices, and a glaring example of municipal inefficiency. Residents aren't just asking for fixes anymore; they're demanding accountability, timelines, and action,' said Johan van der Merwe, one of the residents in Muller Crescent. Beyond the potholes, another persistent issue aggravates the situation – A relentless flow of water that has been running non-stop for over five months. Fourie's mounting frustration is evident as she describes the water pooling at the top of De Kock Street, continuously eating away at the road's foundation and worsening the damage. 'Absolutely mind-boggling that I'm reporting this same issue for five months!' said Fourie. The roads of Ward 33 have been breaking apart for years, but now, the patience of its people is fracturing too. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
23-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Bok legend Jaque Fourie wants Lions to keep their players as URC ambitions flounder
Renzo du Plessis Renzo du Plessis (left) is one of the youngsters who has caught the eye at the Lions this season. Photo: BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix The sands of time have just about run out for the Lions in the United Rugby Championship's 'Race to Eight', and defence coach Jaque Fourie is concerned that the team are leaking star players such as Edwill van der Merwe, who will join the Sharks next season. The Johannesburg side host the Scarlets at Ellis Park on Sunday (3pm kick-off), and finish their URC league campaign the following week with a home fixture against the Ospreys. The Lions need the maximum 10 points from these last two games to have a mathematical chance of making the playoffs, but they are hanging on to a slender straw. The highest points tally the Lions can hope for on the final log is 45, and no side has ever qualified for the URC playoffs with that tally. Fourie, a Springbok legend as a feisty outside centre, is worried about his team going forward. The latest Lions export to the Sharks is flying winger Van der Merwe, and Fourie is not happy that the talented back has chosen not to stay in Johannesburg. This has also been the case with other Durban-bound Lions stars in brothers Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka, flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse and prop Ruan Dreyer. 'We have to try to keep our talent here and ensure that all the players in the group improve,' Fourie said ahead of Sunday's match. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ 'It was difficult to lose experienced senior men such as Willem Alberts and Jaco Kriel in the past few seasons, and now Edwill. 'The Lions must retain the right group of players for the next few seasons, to some extent, as happened in 2013,' said Fourie. The Bok great is referring to the era when the Lions built a brilliant team under coaches Johan Ackerman and Swys de Bruin and won their way to three Super Rugby finals. This was between 2016 and 2018. 'There are a few young players like flank Renzo du Plessis, who have come to the fore this season. Hopefully we can produce a few more Springboks in the next two, three seasons, but we must keep them,' Fourie told Netwerk24. The Lions are struggling in 13th position on the log, and while the game is surely up in terms of the playoffs, Fourie says the team must soldier on. 'There were some really good performances, and then games that we didn't expect to lose,' he said. 'There were three or four games that we should have won. Then our position on the points table would have looked much better. 'We would love to have been in a position at this stage of the season where we have a good chance of qualifying. Instead, we just have to win and hope.'
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Alberton martial artist shines at Korean Martial Arts Nationals
Tatum Fourie, a dedicated student from Alberton Martial Arts and Fitness, proudly represented her club at the prestigious Korean Martial Arts South African Nationals held in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. The tournament, which took place over two days on May 2 and 3, saw martial artists from across the country showcasing their skills in various Korean martial arts disciplines. Fourie performed well, earning fourth place in speed fighting and claiming a podium finish in continuous free sparring. Organised by master Awie Davis of Wolves Martial Arts Academy in partnership with Korean Fighting Systems and Combat Tang Soo Do, the event was hailed as a world-class martial arts extravaganza, bringing together top talent and enthusiasts from around the nation. Fourie's achievement reflects his hard work and determination. He continues to grow as a competitor under the guidance of his coach, De Wet le Roux. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
10-05-2025
- General
- IOL News
From sacrifice to celebration: South African Legion marks 80 years of VE Day
Teenager Lucas Johannes Wolmarans (far right) Fourie (centre) and Cowley (left) from Langlaage Minesweeper at Ismailia (Egypt) rest camp during WWII. Image: Supplied The South African Legion will paid tribute to the brave men and women who served during World War II, with a special three-day commemoration marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. Hosted at the Castle of Good Hope from 8–10 May, the exhibition and memorial service aimed to honour those whose contributions have long gone unrecognised. VE Day, which marked the formal end of WWII in Europe on 8 May 1945, may feel like a distant memory to many, but for thousands of South African families, its significance remains deeply personal. Over 334,000 South Africans volunteered for service during the war—many of them young, idealistic, and eager to serve, despite the odds stacked against them. Among these were more than 123,000 men of colour who served in non-combat and support roles, often under challenging and discriminatory conditions. 'This soldier did the most magnificent and brave things. With a number of bullets in his body he returned time after time into a veritable hell of machine-gun fire to pull out wounded men. He is a credit to his country,' said Major-General Dan Pienaar, speaking of Lance-Corporal Lucas Majozi, a Black stretcher-bearer who was later awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal for his heroism at El Alamein. WAAF Sergeant fitting gas mask Image: Supplied Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The event at the Castle was more than just a history lesson. It was a space to reflect, remember, and reconnect with stories of resilience and sacrifice—stories often left out of mainstream narratives. The exhibition included rare archival photos, first-hand testimonies, and displays dedicated to the Native Military Corps, the Cape Corps, and the thousands of women who played vital roles through the Women's Auxiliary Defence Corps and the South African Women's Auxiliary Services (SAWAS). These women served in the air force, navy, medical units and even the military police, often unpaid and unrecognised. 'We did everything we could, the best we could… and that's it,' recalled naval veteran Lucas Wolmarans—a sentiment echoed by many veterans whose service was quiet but steadfast. Cape Corps Strecher bearers before Monte Caprara battle (Italy) Image: Supplied The commemoration will culminate in a non-denominational memorial service at 11am on Saturday, 10 May. Ian Neilson, former Deputy Mayor of Cape Town, will deliver a keynote on behalf of the Mayor. The service will feature performances by Christel House South Africa's Brass Ensemble and Jazz Band—young musicians from one of the city's most inspiring no-fee schools—as well as the sounding of the Last Post by five trumpeters from South African College High School (SACS), a school known for its longstanding tradition of military remembrance. 'The importance of continuing to mark the anniversary of this global event that had such a profound effect on modern history, is to remind us of the horrors of war and to value the sanctity of peace, lest we forget the former,' said Kevin P. Ashton JCD, Chairman of the SA Legion Cape Town Branch. Benghazi - Lt Hymie Markman_Lt Hymie Markman with 16 Squadron, SAAF, drivers and local Arabic man on donkey Image: Supplied Today will also feature a WWII re-enactment field kitchen, run by The Heritage Group in period dress, sales tables with military-themed books, and a public engagement booth hosted by Commander Mac Bisset (retired) of the Western Cape Military History Society. Members of the public can bring family medals for identification, learn how to access veterans' records, or simply share in a moment of reflection. Visitors are also invited to add a personal message to the Peace Wall—a tribute to the enduring hope for a more peaceful future. South Africa's contribution to the war effort was vast. Besides full-time volunteers, there were more than 63,000 part-time military volunteers across defence, engineering, naval, and home guard units. A further 60,000 unpaid volunteers—many of them women—supported wartime operations through knitting circles, fundraising, and local war effort campaigns. The Cape Coloured Women War Workers (CWWW) and Native Women War Workers (NWWW) were instrumental in this, with 123 active branches and over 6,000 members nationally. Today, close to 12,000 South Africans who died during WWII are commemorated by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, including some 2,000 with no known graves. The Military Museum at the Castle, one of South Africa's oldest heritage sites, will house the exhibition—a fitting location to honour those who helped shape the modern world, often at great personal cost. Tickets to the Castle are R50 for adults and R25 for children and pensioners, available at the ticket office. Exhibition hours run from 9am to 4pm daily. The South African Legion, formed in 1921 by war veterans including Field Marshall Earl Haig and General Jan Smuts, continues its work today—supporting former servicemen and women, advocating for war pensions, and preserving military heritage for future generations. Weekend Argus
