Care4Tulbagh

20/05/2026

SDG Solutions helps organizations plan, collaborate, and engage communities to achieve meaningful impact aligned with sustainable development principles.

On Friday 22nd May, make ‘SDG Solutions Born in Informal Settlements’ your go-to transformative panel on the final morning of WUF13!

8 groups from 5 continents will share real experiences from the ground of what works. From Alemão in Rio to Dharavi in Mumbai. 📌

Sally Itani from World Habitat will present informal settlement solutions from “40 Years of the World Habitat Awards". 🌍

Hosted by Catalytic Communities, Sally will be joined by

📍Vera Bukachi-Legros, Kounkuey Design Initiative KDI
📍Kareena Kochery, Urbz
📍Bea Varnai, Geres
📍Anna Rubbo, Center for Sustainable Urban Development the Earth Institute Columbia University
📍Alan Brum Instituto Raizes, em Movimento

UN-HABITAT UN SDG Action Campaign

Find out more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4370QAS

20/05/2026

Your environment has a powerful effect on emotional well-being. Constant noise, conflict, clutter, negativity, instability, pollution, stress, or feeling unsafe can slowly drain a person emotionally — even when they try to stay positive. On the other hand, calm spaces, supportive people, nature, routine, cleanliness, and feeling respected can improve mood, energy, and resilience.

Emotional well-being is often affected by:

* The people around you
* Stress at home or work
* Financial pressure
* Community atmosphere
* Noise and overcrowding
* Safety and crime
* Clean or neglected surroundings
* Lack of rest or personal space
* Feeling unsupported or unheard

Even small environmental changes can help:

* Spending time outdoors
* Cleaning or organizing one area
* Reducing exposure to conflict and negativity
* Creating a quiet corner for yourself
* Being around encouraging people
* Taking breaks from overwhelming situations
* Participating in positive community action

Many people notice that when the environment around them improves, their emotional state improves too.

29/04/2026

What’s happening in our town is not sustainable — and it’s not something a municipality should be ignoring.

When a local authority allows free-roaming goats and cattle, especially after actively inviting informal rural farming into a proclaimed nature-sensitive area, it creates a direct conflict between development and environmental protection. Right now, that conflict is being lost — and the damage is visible.

This is no longer just about a few animals wandering the streets. It is about the systematic destruction of indigenous and endangered plant species, the degradation of a protected natural environment, and the breakdown of basic municipal by-laws. The trampling of sensitive flora, the loss of biodiversity, and the disturbance of small wildlife are not incidental — they are inevitable under these conditions.

At the same time, law-abiding residents are expected to follow strict regulations: keeping animals contained, maintaining sanitation, paying for services, and respecting property boundaries. Yet others are allowed to let livestock roam freely, causing damage, spreading disease, creating noise, and posing risks on public roads. That is not just frustrating — it is fundamentally unfair.

A municipality cannot selectively enforce rules. When regulations are applied inconsistently, it undermines public trust and encourages further disregard for the law. What message does it send when some residents are held accountable, while others are effectively exempt?

This situation calls for clear, firm, and collective action.

The community has every right to demand:

Enforcement of existing by-laws regarding animal control

Protection of the proclaimed nature reserve and its endangered species

Proper registration, identification, and containment of livestock

Equal application of rules to all residents, without exception

This is not about opposing small-scale farmers — it is about responsible management. Farming and environmental protection can coexist, but only with structure, accountability, and respect for shared spaces.

Now is the time to speak clearly and loudly to the municipality:

We can not accept the destruction of our natural heritage.
We will not accept double standards.
We will not accept the breakdown of order in our town.

If the municipality has created this situation, then it also carries the responsibility to correct it — urgently, fairly, and transparently.

Communities that stay silent get ignored. Communities that stand together and demand accountability get results.

14/03/2026

TULBAGH
Tomorrow (15 March) the survey closes. This is your last chance to participate by reporting your experiences regarding your health and Tulbagh's air quality.
We will raise the issue at all government levels.
https://forms.gle/z9X8PnK7qLLnjru16

Complaints about the quality of air in Tulbagh Village have been circulating on social media for years. The purpose of this questionnaire is to determine your experience in this regard. Please complete only one form per household. The results of the survey will be circulated among the community in T...

03/03/2026

🚮 Let's keep our town clean!

Don't dump your rubbish, garden waste, or stinky dog poo bags on open land. We've got a loading station nearby that's ready to take it off your hands. No excuses!

Bag it, tie it, and sort it:
- Separate garden waste from recyclables (plastics, bottles, tins, papers)
- Take your monthly household municipality bill for a rebate on waste disposal

For more info, contact Patricia: +27 76 046 2080

Let's do our part and keep our town tidy.

31/01/2026

Dealing with midnight noise in your neighborhood requires a graduated approach, starting with communication and moving toward legal or official intervention if the issue persists.
Here is a step-by-step guide to handling late-night noise:
1. Initial Steps (Amicable Approach)
Talk to your neighbor: The first step is to politely speak with them, as they might not realize how much noise is traveling.
Suggest mediation: If you are uncomfortable approaching them alone, consider involving a neutral third party or speaking to them as a group with other affected neighbors.
Identify the source: Determine if it is a one-off party or a recurring issue (e.g., barking dogs, loud machinery, music).
2. Document the Disturbance
If the noise continues, build a record to support your complaint:
Keep a log: Note the date, time, duration, and type of noise.
Record the noise: Take videos or recordings, especially if you can measure the decibel level, to demonstrate it is a nuisance.
3. Formal Complaints and Authorities
Call Local Police (Non-Emergency Line): Report the noise to the police, as most places have noise ordinances (often after 10 PM or midnight) that prohibit "disturbing noise" or "noise nuisances".
Contact Metro Police/By-Law Enforcement: In areas with specific municipal by-laws, Metro police can investigate, order the noise to stop, and, if ignored, issue fines or confiscate equipment.
Report to Landlord/HOA: If you live in a complex or managed area, report the issue to the body corporate, managing agent, or homeowner’s association, as they can enforce rules and impose fines.
Environmental Health: For ongoing, chronic noise, you can file a written complaint/affidavit with your local municipality's environmental health department.
4. Legal Action
If all other options fail, you may need to take legal action:
Apply for an Interdict: You can apply to a court for an interdict to prevent the neighbor from creating specific noises.
Sue for Damages: If the noise has caused health issues or damaged your property, you can sue for damages.
5. Immediate Mitigation
While resolving the issue, you can take steps to reduce the noise impact:
Soundproof your home: Hang heavy curtains, use rugs to dampen sound, and seal windows.
Use white noise: Use fans, white noise machines, or soft music to drown out the noise.
Wear earplugs: Invest in quality earplugs to protect your sleep.
Note: For residents in South Africa, you can report noise to the City of Cape Town through their e-Services (Health -> Noise Pollution)
Noise complaints in the Western Cape, particularly Cape Town, can be reported to City Health (for ongoing nuisances) or Law Enforcement (for immediate disturbances). Common complaints involve loud music, construction, and generator noise, which are regulated by the Western Cape Noise Control Regulations. Residents can report issues via the online service request portal or by calling 021 444 1418.
How to Report Noise Complaints (City of Cape Town):
Online Service Request: Submit a request here under Category: Health -> City Health -> Noise Pollution.
Email: [email protected].
Telephonic (24/7): 021 447 1066 (Law Enforcement) or 107 (Public Emergency).
Information to provide: Location, nature of noise, and, if possible, a reference number from previous calls.
Types of Noise Regulated:
Noise Nuisance: Anything that disturbs or impairs the convenience or peace of others (e.g., loud music, pets, parties).
Disturbing Noise: Sounds that exceed the, or are louder than, permissible levels, including, but not limited to, industrial, construction, or commercial activities.
Key Regulations and Actions:
Enforcement: Authorized officials can issue fines,, instruct to cease, or, in extreme cases, confiscate equipment.
Generator Noise: Complaints regarding generators have increased significantly, and these are investigated by City Health technicians.
Places of Worship: Complaints involving churches or mosques are managed specifically under the Western Cape Noise Control Regulations.
For immediate, urgent, or after-hours issues, it is recommended to call the City of Cape Town 24-hour Law Enforcement control room at 021 447 1066 or 107.


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31/01/2026

Respect others' time, arrive on time. Punctuality shows you value their schedule and care about their day.
Don't keep people waiting – it's rude and stressful. If running late, let them know ASAP. Own up to your time, be considerate, and you'll earn respect 💕.

11/01/2026

Trees offer numerous benefits that make them ideal for creating a cooler, more comfortable environment on a warm town street.
Their superior ability to provide natural cooling, improve air quality, and enhance urban life makes them a better choice than non-living alternatives.

Superior Cooling Mechanism
The primary reason trees are better for a warm street is their effective natural cooling process:

Shade: The canopy of a tree directly blocks solar radiation from reaching the pavement, buildings, and people below [1, 2]. This shade can make the immediate ground surface up to 45°F (25°C) cooler compared to unshaded surfaces .
Evapotranspiration: Trees act as natural air conditioners through a process called evapotranspiration. They release water v***r from their leaves into the atmosphere, which cools the surrounding air as the water changes from liquid to gas. This process can significantly lower ambient temperatures in an urban area, sometimes by as much as 10°F (5.5°C)

We vote for more trees in Tulbagh. Let's get together and plant more trees

04/01/2026

Blessed be your new year

South African Environmental Assessment Practitioners/ Officers/ Specialists

South African Local Government Association (SALGA)

WESSA Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa

The South African Water Chamber

04/01/2026

Don't dump your trash where you can't see.

It'll come back to bite you, it's not a myth, you'll see!

Be responsible, dispose with care,
Keep our town clean for brighter air.

Don't hide your rubbish, it's not the way.
It'll cause more damage, and come back to stay.

Be responsible, take it to the bin,
Let's keep our community clean, and let the good times spin!

Help keep our town clean

Recycling - all glass, tins, plastic, papers, Garden waste can be drops in rubbish bags at the Tulbagh loading station in Steinthal road.

Tulbagh Dorp Van Omgee




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04/01/2026

May the river of peace flow..