The participation of the first complete crew from townships across Cape Town in the Cape2Rio yacht race demonstrates that the process of transformation continues to progress and deepens in communities.
\nThis is according to Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa who lauded the group of young black South Africans for qualifying to compete in the Cape2Rio yacht race, which is set to start on 02 January 2023.
\nThe team includes crew Skipper Sibusiso Sizatu, First mate Daniel Agulhas, Justin Peters, Azile Arosi and Renaldo Mohale.
\nThey come from Masiphumele, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park and Athlone. These are townships of Cape Town in the Western Cape.
\n\u201cAll were born without privilege, but with the determination, tenacity, discipline, commitment and the professional training provided by the Royal Cape Yacht Club Academy, they are making more than waves \u2013 they are making an impact.
\n\u201cThey serve as an example to all of us (and especially our youth) that with the right support, anything is possible. I wish them fair winds as they navigate their course towards making history \u2013 South Africa is behind you all the way. You are the inspiration to our country,\u201d the Minister said.
\nHe said the participation of black people in the yacht race gives the nation hope and determination that the country is indeed progressing well into the future of a better life, no matter the difficulties of the moment.<\/p>\n
Source: South African Government News Agency<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"