As a seventh-grade student at Langebaan Primary School, Angell Pholman is making a name for herself as an impressive athlete, achieving significant milestones in recent years. At just 13 years old she boasts as the Western Cape Primary School champion in the 800 m and 1 500 m. Recently, Angell returned from Swaziland with impressive…
In Vigit Magazine, we love to spotlight people who are stepping up for themselves and pushing against the norm. Mischke Schoeman, a 13-year-old (turning 14 soon) from Langebaan, is absolutely killing it – she’s not just doing great in school but also excels in sports. Mischke is a dedicated and talented girl who has been…
Jamie Lakay, a fitness enthusiast from Atlantis, faced a life-altering moment in 2019 when he lost his father due to unhealthy lifestyle choices. This tragedy sparked a realisation in him: if he couldn’t save his father, he could at least guide others toward better health. This led to the creation of Lakaymotion, a fitness center…
Kaizer Chiefs’ captain Yusuf Maart, hailing from Atlantis, Western Cape, has landed an impressive R2.5 million extension of his Adidas endorsement deal, generating significant excitement in South African football. This renewal underscores Maart’s rising prominence both in the game and beyond. He has played 27 matches this season for the Chiefs, netting five goals despite…
Exploring the lives and experiences of others can be captivating; however, journalism presents distinct challenges. Robin-Lee Francke, a 31-year-old award-winning journalist from Atlantis, reflects on her intriguing journey in the field. She has long been passionate about law and journalism. During her school years, Robin-Lee demonstrated a natural talent for writing essays. “Writing served as…
Life was difficult for Shakeena Isaacs (20), and she often found herself worrying about what she would eat after school. But she refused to allow her circumstances to shape her destiny. Shakeena, from Atlantis, was a rugby medic for Darling Rugby Club. However, her life took an unexpected turn when a coach from the International…
Dedication consistently brings rewards. Tokozani Minona strongly emphasises this belief to the TSM Fitness Club members which he has established in Pioneer Valley near the Rivergate precinct, close to Parklands, Tableview, and Blouberg in the Western Cape region. Hailing from Gauteng, Tokozani is a multi-talented individual who excels in various fields. Not only is he…
Running is among the best exercises. It’s an inexpensive way to lose weight in addition to being beneficial for one’s general health. Whatever your reason for putting on running shoes, if you start out consistently and with wisdom, it won’t take long to start having fun, getting fit, and being able to take on whatever…
Participating in the World Cup of Majorette-Sport in Agen, France, between 18-21 July 2024 would be a dream come true for 12-year-old Keira Beukes from Atlantis, Western Cape. The Federation of Dance Drill, Cheerleading and Majorette Sport of South Africa (FDDCMSA) will be sending a National Federation team to participate in this championship. The cost…
While struggling with anger issues at an early age, kenpo karate helped Jacobus Martin Van Wyk as a child. His late father Jakob Van Wyk enrolled him, then 10, in a karate club in Mowbray, Cape Town. He knew it would help Martin (as he’s known) control his anger. My father was aggressive and physically…
