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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Birdhaven teen creates gender-based violence awareness through his tennis passion
Proving that age is no barrier to impact, Birdhaven resident and Hilton College learner Duncan van Niekerk (16) aims to raise R10 000 by the end of his five-day tennis tournament, from July 8 to 13, to raise awareness and fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in his community. Read more: Parkview SAPS acted swiftly to arrest a GBV perpetrator Duncan chose to raise funds for Angels Care due to being moved by the NPO's work in survivors of GBV. The KwaZulu-Natal midlands based NPO provides children and their caregivers with access to every form of assistance they would require in the event of their being victims of any form of GBV, including rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, or mental trauma. The tennis player explained that a matriculant learner, who lost both his niece and his aunt in the same week to GBV, was the motivation behind the fundraising. 'It shocked me to think that women and children, who should feel safe in their homes and communities, often don't. It made me realise how real and close this issue is. It's not something distant, it's happening to people we know.' Over the course of the tournament, Duncan will wear a GBV awareness ribbon and Angels Care logo, while using his matches as a platform to speak out against violence. He began playing tennis in Grade 5 and chose the particular sport to raise awareness because he was passionate about it. 'Tennis gives me a voice and a platform to show others that even doing something you love can make a difference.' Interested individuals can help him reach his goal by contributing towards the campaign at Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
Parkview SAPS and CPF remain dedicated to combatting Gender-Based Violence
The Parkview Community Policing Forum (CPF) was impressed by Parkview SAPS' swift response after a stabbing incident that was reported on the morning of June 7. The alleged stabbing happened John Mackenzie Drive in Emmarentia. Read more: Parkview will soon see an operational CPF After receiving information that a woman was allegedly stabbed by her boyfriend, SAPS Crime Prevention Unit members and the Detective branch acted immediately to trace the victim and gathered crucial information. The suspect was traced, identified and arrested within three hours of the report after rapid coordination and investigative efforts from SAPS. Parkview SAPS and CPF remain dedicated to combatting gender-based violence and ensuring the safety and well-being of all members of their community. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
