Sarah Baartman District Municipality

Youth of Rietbron get ready! We are coming to you!

Young people from Rietbron, neighbouring farms and Willowmore in Dr Beyers Naude Local Municipality are invited to a Youth Month event focused on empowering young people to reach their potential.

Two of Sarah Baartman District Municipality's international scholarship beneficiaries, Sivuyisiwe Mapela from Makhanda and Siyabulela Loro from Jeffreys Bay, are continuing to make the district proud as they pursue their studies at Hangzhou Normal University in China.

The pair are the first recipients of a scholarship programme established through the long-standing cooperation agreement between Sarah Baartman District Municipality (SBDM) and Yuhang District in China. The initiative, which focuses on youth development and educational opportunities, was launched in 2024 and enables learners from the district to study abroad while gaining valuable international exposure. Both students are currently enrolled for Bachelor’s degrees in Economics, majoring in International Digital Trade and International Business.

Recently, the students participated in the annual International Students Cultural Festival hosted by the School of International Education at Hangzhou Normal University. Held on 20 May under the theme "Five Continents, One Dream", the event provided students from around the world with an opportunity to showcase their cultures, traditions, food, and lifestyles.

This year, Sivuyisiwe and Siyabulela chose to celebrate South African culture through sport, wearing Springbok rugby jerseys to demonstrate how deeply sport is woven into the fabric of South African society and how it unites people from diverse backgrounds. They also prepared a traditional South African braai, giving fellow students and visitors an opportunity to experience a taste of home.

The festival was a vibrant celebration of diversity and cultural exchange, fostering greater understanding and friendship among students from different countries.

In another remarkable achievement, Sivuyisiwe and Siyabulela, together with four other international students, were recognised as the top student leaders in the School of International Education. Having served as liaison officers during the academic year, they were acknowledged for their leadership, commitment and contribution to the international student community and have subsequently been appointed to new leadership roles.

Their accomplishments highlight not only their personal dedication and growth but also the value of international partnerships in creating life-changing opportunities for young people from the Sarah Baartman District.

Sarah Baartman District Municipality congratulates Sivuyisiwe and Siyabulela on their continued success and wishes them well as they continue their academic and leadership journey in China.

🚨President Cyril Ramaphosa will this evening address the nation on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals.

The President will address the nation as follows:

Date: Sunday, 7 JUNE 2026
Time: 18h00
Venue: Union Buildings, Pretoria

*SABC will provide a feed to all media and PresidencyZA will live stream proceedings on various digital platforms*

INCIDENT REPORT: ADDO
06 June 2026

The Sarah Baartman District Municipality Disaster Management Centre received a report at approximately 00:16 this morning of a suspected drowning incident in the Addo area.

According to initial reports, three adult males were travelling in a bakkie and were attempting to cross a river when the incident occurred. The matter was immediately reported to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Addo, and emergency response teams were activated.

An EMS helicopter has been deployed to assist with the ongoing search and rescue operation. Relevant emergency services remain on the scene and are coordinating response efforts.

The public is urged to avoid crossing flooded rivers, low-lying bridges, and water-covered roads, as water levels can rise rapidly and currents may be stronger than they appear.

Further updates will be provided by the relevant emergency services as more information becomes available.

🏠 Have you moved, changed your address, or aren’t sure if you’re still registered in the correct voting district?

🗳️ Don’t let outdated registration details stand between you and your vote.

Visit your voting station during the Voter Registration Weekend on 20–21 June 2026 to check and update your details.

✅ Register where you ordinarily reside.
✅ Confirm your voting district.
✅ Be election-ready.

Your vote matters. Make sure your registration details do too.

The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 Warning for damaging waves along our coastal areas for today. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourself.

Gingordon Methods Trading is looking for experienced EME and QSE subcontractors. Please read the advert below and contact Gingordin's directly on 084 350 1686 or email: [email protected]

Please note this is not a SBDM tender and no communication sent to SBDM regarding this will be attended to.