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4 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 20,1991 Section Two Students Learn About Challenges Facing Africans by Laura Richards Emey Breytenbosch, second-in-command second-in-command at the South African Embassy in Ottawa, has four dreams for his country. First, he would like people people to realize that there are disadvantages to producing large families. "By the year 2,000 there will be no available drinking water," he said, in an interview interview with The Canadian Statesman. "There aren't any economic advantages to having a large family." "I would love to see more tolerance between different people and races," he said. " I would like to see the end of poverty. That is an idealistic wish, but still you can try." He thinks his fourth wish has the most potential of becoming becoming a reality: He hopes to see South Africa playing a leading role in rehabilitating the economies of other African African countries. However, this wish rests on the need for "a stable new political order." It was this last wish he discussed at Durham Christian Christian High School Wednesday, Wednesday, Feb. 13, during his fill- in appearance for the ambassador ambassador who sent his apologies apologies for not being in attendance. attendance. South Africa is experiencing experiencing a population explosion, said Mr. Breytenbosch. And, at the same time, "South Africa's capacity to provide food, housing, jobs, schools, hospitals ana social services shrinks with every passing day." "The results of this popu- WesleyviUe by Edna Barrowclough (intended for last week) At the annual meeting of Welcome United Church congregation held on February February first, there was a lengthy discussion concerning concerning the windows in the sanctuary. sanctuary. It was decided to restore restore them to their original condition. Some had been replaced replaced with plain glass after breakage, and some window sills were decayed. It is hoped to start the project. this winter, so the work will benefit others in a time of difficult economy. It will be expensive, so will require much planning and effort. Sophia Bisanz was welcomed welcomed as a new member of session on the following Sunday as she assisted with communion together with A. Thorndyke, Mi and L. Kellogg. Kellogg. G. Thompson, O. Ford, G. Best, G. Tufford, T. Wilson, Wilson, and John Groeneveld. Also at the annual meeting, special thanks was expressed expressed to Albert Woodruff for his years of service as chairman of the board of stewards stewards from which he is retiring. retiring. It was decided also to replace the sidewalk outside ■ the church, and possibly add a railing. Occasionally at the end of the church bulletin the secretary secretary adds a little poem or item of interest, and the last one asked how many of the Tate family attended your church, for instance. Dic- Tate who wants to run every thing but there are also, medi-Taté and Felici-Tate. Mr. and Mrs. Barry Best and sons Nathan and Andy of Kingston visited with Harold and Gwen Best on Friday Feb. 8th. At Welcome United Church on Sunday, Feb. 10, the service was conducted by Rev. Wendell Sedgwich and attendance was excellent excellent on that veiy beautiful morning. After the service, retiring chairman of the board of stewards, Albert Woodruff explained the decision decision to undertake the major project of restoring the windows windows in the sanctuary. The North windows have been removed already and boarded boarded up with plywood. Members Members of the congregation will receive a copy of the proposed proposed changes. Albert will remain as acting chairman until the project is finished. During an absence of a few weeks, neighbours kept bird feeders re-filled, so the birds were still here for a welcome home. 50 years ago, Feb. 1941: The severe blizzard of a week ago caused cancelling of Sunday school and church services on the Sunday following. following. YPU meeting was held and church festivals were discussed by Carroll Nichols, On the following night, the young people enjoyed enjoyed a skating party in Port Hope. Miss Retallick attended attended the Normal school "At Home" in Peterborough. On account of the impossible conditions of some roads, the W.A. meeting was postponed postponed for a week. The main road to Port Hope was opened by the combined efforts efforts of over 20 men, aided by tractors and trucks. Rehearsals Rehearsals continue for the play "Glow Lights of San Roy", to be ready for future presentations. Mrs. A. Austin Austin reported a long list of supplies turned over to the Rod Cross, including a quilt, socks, sweaters, pyjamas, other knitted articles and 8 dozen handkerchiefs. lation growth, coupled with the region's inability to cope with it, are all too tragically apparent," he said. The gross domestic product product (GNP) is at $175 billion. This, Mr. Breytenbosch said, is about the same as Belgium's Belgium's GNP. However, in Belgium, the GDP is divided by 10 million while there are many more people living in South Africa. "A gloomy picture indeed. What is even more sad is that the world bank's assessment assessment of southern Africa's prospects of emerging from its economic and social morass morass is pessimistic. "The best hope for economic economic recovery in southern Africa is regional cooperation cooperation in investment, trade and technology," Mr. Breytenbosch said. Currently, he said, South Africa is used as a shipping route for the imports ana exports exports of Malawi, Zambia, Zimababwe and Zaire. Also, South Africa continues continues trading with the other other 49 states on the continent even though "most African governments still officially maintain the 'total boycott' of South Africa introduced in 1963." However, most of the trading that goes on and amounts to between $2.5 and $3 billion each year is done "secretly," said Mr. Breytenbosch. And the government government does not publish trade statistics to avoid embarrassing embarrassing the other countries. countries. South Africa has been providing financial, assistance assistance to other African countries countries through 120 agriculture agriculture and nature conservation projects. So far, the government has helped to operate 15 agricultural agricultural projects including a successful cattle ranching project in Equatorial Guin ea. At the beginning of the project 150 Nungi cattle were introduced to Bioko along with some Dorper sheep. "The basic aim of this project was to develop a source of protein for the people people of Equatorial Guinea, an impoverished country where meat is scarce." Presently there are approximately approximately 450 cattle on the farm, a increase of 300 cattle on the ranch. South Africa joined Lesotho, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland and the Comoros on the promo tion of tourism through their membership of the South African African Regional Tourism Council. Plans are also in the works for the world's largest "proclaimed" wildlife refuge. This would happen by joining joining the Kruger National Park, South Africa, and a f ame reserve in Mozam- ique. A similar project is in the works for Lesotho and South Africa. Projects like these are considered "peace parks," he explained, because they are "testimony to how regional co-operation in such vital fields as environment conservation conservation can promote stable and peaceful conditions." El SSp . The country's economy is strong, he said, and the country has "been a magnet for workers from neighboring neighboring states seeking employment employment they are unable to find in their own countries." From Lesotho, Mozambique, Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi and Swaziland come about 40 per cent of the mining industry industry employees. It is also estimated that 40,000 blacks from other African countries work and live in South Africa. Mr. Breytenbosch, explained explained workers spend at least $1 billion annually in different African countries which have depressed economies. economies. After his speech to the students, which he termed as being a non-political speech, Mr. Breytenbosch said: "Our government used to support other countries. "I don't know what the future future of South Africa is. We will have to start from scratch with a constitution." As for now. South Africa has to contend with little or no economic growth. "We should be experiencing experiencing three per cent per year, but I doubt if it is one per ' cent now." Usafiri drummers Wendell Scott, Edison Lindsay and Yvonne Francis kept the beat going while two dancers performed for Durham Christian High School students, students, teachers, staff and guests Friday afternoon, Feb. 15. Five members of Usafiri Usafiri were on hand to present stories through the media of music and dancing. Friday was the last day of the school's special emphasis week entitled "Africa-A Study of Hope." Erney Breytenbosch, Third Secretary to South Afri- Breytenbosch was one of many speakers who ad- cas Canadian ambassador, spoke to students, teach- dressed students during the Wednesday morning ers and guests of Durham Christian High School workshops on personal experiences of Africa. His pres- Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Breytenbosch discussed entation was part of the school's Africa Week pro- South Africa s potential as a leader in rehabilitating g ram 1 stressed economies on the African continent. Mr. BRINK'S EXCAVATING * Trenching * Gravel & Top Soil * Grading & Levelling * Septic Installations ■' * Back Filling * General Excavating * Dump Truck Sen/ice R.R. #2 Newcastle, no-r vinnc L0A1HO (416)987-4995 Little Brother Corner Affordable Dream Vacations! ■ Free Vacation Planning Services PERSONAL AND CORPORATE ■ Discount Cruises TRAVEL SERVICES ' Airline Tickets 68 King St. E. 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It has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students in more than 40 academic programs. SPINA BIFIDA ASSOC. DANCE - This third annual annual event will take place on Saturday, March 16, at the Baseline Community Centre in Bowmanville. Hours are from 8:30 to midnight. Entertainment is by Keith Wood and Friends. For further details, please call 436-2735 or 983-5883. BFI OPENS INFORMATION OFFICE - Browning Ferris Industries Ltd. is opening an information office for citizens wishing to understand details about their' proposed medical waste management facility in the Town of Newcastle. The office is located next to the proposed site on McKnight Rd, off Baseline Rd, west of Bowmanville. It's open Thursdays from noon until nine p.m. There's also a special number to call if you would like further information between the hours of nine a.m. and 4:30 p.m, from Monday to Friday.. The number is 1-800-265-8317. 1 "Most of us will never do great things, but we can do small things in a great way." Big Brothers of Newcastle 623-6646 For all your Home Improvement Needs • Doors • Windows • Siding • Fascia Bulging} • Eavestroughing Maci 47 Kina St. W., Bowmanville Telephone 623-0444 PARTNERS IN CARING - The children's services agencies of Durham Region have announced that a half-day workshop entitled "Partners in Caring" will be held, on Tuesday, February 26, at the Grandview Treatment Centre in Oshawa. Frontline staff in all Durham agencies providing service to children have been invited to attend the workshop which will include include a panel discussion and presentations describing services available to children with special needs ana their families. For more information, call 839-8011 or 686-1828. HAMILTONS INSURANCE SERVICE Main Street, Orono Telephone 983-5115 Serving your insurance needs since 1942 UNITED WAY CELEBRATES 50 YEARS - The United Way of Oshawa/Whitby/Newcastle will celebrate celebrate its 50th anniversary with a 1950's reunion dance party. The celebration is on Saturday, March 30, in the Oshawa Jubilee Pavilion. Music is being provided by CHUM's Roger Ashby and there will be a variety of door prizes, prizes for best costume and a draw for a trip for two to Las Vegas. Join the United Way as they turn back the clock at the Jubilee Pavilion Pavilion and raise funds for community service agencies in our community. Organizers hope to raise $20,000 through this event. It's sponsored by the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce which has tickets available. You can call them at 728-1683. SPECIAL NEEDS -- A support group for parents of special needs children will be forming in the Bowmanville Bowmanville area if there is enough interest. Those wishing to learn more about the program can phone Lyn David of COPE at 623-2261 or attend the first meeting of the parent group which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Feb : ruary 27. Tne meeting will take place in Courtroom Two, above the Bowmanville Fire Station. DEN MEETS TONIGHT - A meeting of the Durham Environmental Network (DEN) will be held this evening evening at 7:30 in Court Room #1, above the Bowmanville Bowmanville Fire Station. DEN is being formed in order to bring together a variety of concerned groups and individuals individuals from the Durham Region to work cooperatively cooperatively on environmental issues, share ideas and effect positive change through public education and political action. Representatives from various environmental environmental committees in the Town, of Newcastle will be < in attendance at the meeting tonight (Wednesday, February 20). The public is welcome. ARTISTS' SHOWCASE - The work of Jay McCarten will be featured at the Visual Arts Centre from February February 17 to March 10. Colorful abstracts chronicle the artist's development over the last 10 years. Work by R.D. Morton is displayed in the Town of Newcastle Public Gallery Exhibits located in the Town Hall from February 4 to 27. 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Everyone is welcome to attend. attend. For further details, call 434-6231. CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP - The Children's Aid Society of the Durham Region is holding its annual membership drive. To become a member of the organization, send a $10 fee plus your name and address to C.A.S, Membership, 200 John St. W., Oshawa, Ontario, L1J 2B4 or call 433-1551. C.A.S. members receive journals about child welfare and the prevention of child abuse. \ DIVISION Ol 7III2I ONTARIO INC Siding Soffits, fascia, Capping Roofing, Doors, Windows, Trough No job too big or too small Telephone 434-7994 Bowmanville, Ont. ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP - A video presentation presentation and discussion will take place next Wednesday, February 27, at the Seniors' Activity Centre in Pickering. Pickering. Everyone is welcome to attend. The support group for Alzheimer families meets every fourth Wednesday of the month. For further details, call the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region at 576-25-67. SKIPPING DEMONSTRATION - On Friday, February February 22, from 2 p.m. to 2:25, Kirby Public School will proudly present its very own skipping demonstration team in affiliation with the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Foundation. The team will be displaying its fancy footwork to some 400 teachers attending a Professional Development Development Day at Port Hope High School. It's anticipated that 80 schools will participate in the Jump Rope For Heart fund-raising program this year. And the skippers skippers from Kirby Public School help to promote this project. The formation of the team was sponsored by the Great Pine Ridge Kinsmen Club. SMALL BUSINESS HOTLINE - A new small business business hotline is available for Ontario entrepreneurs seeking information about business start-ups, and rules and regulations pertaining to Ontario's small' business operators. The number is 1-800-567-2345. 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