Category: General News / Algemene Nuus

Taking the helm now at Paul Roos Gymnasium’s Old Boys’ Union are Dale Good (1993) and Wouter Hugo du Toit (1999), who were respectively elected as Chairman and Vice Chairman at the recent annual general meeting. Informed observers note that their appointment signals a renewed commitment to alumni stewardship, heritage preservation, and the enduring values of Maroon Pride.

Dale Good (PRG 1993) – Chairman

A proud son of Paul Roos Gymnasium’s Class of 1993, Dale Good assumes the chairmanship of the Old Boys Union with a deep sense of continuity and responsibility. His election reflects the trust of the alumni body in steady leadership rooted in tradition, and his role will be to guide engagement, strengthen ties between past and present Roosers, and ensure that the Union remains a dignified custodian of the school’s legacy. In Dale’s journey, the values of Semper Splendidior—always more splendid—shine through, reminding us that leadership is not only about progress but also about honoring the foundations laid by generations before.

Professionally, Dale has distinguished himself as founder and leader of GLS Supply Chain Equipment, established in 2007. For over 18 years, he has steered the company with a relentless pursuit of excellence in strategic sourcing and supply chain optimization. His team’s success rests on a profound understanding of logistics, where demand management strategies have consistently enhanced operational efficiencies. Under his leadership, GLS has cultivated an environment where innovation meets pragmatism, ensuring that solutions not only address immediate challenges but also lay the groundwork for sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving industry.

Dale’s academic foundation was honed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, where he studied management information systems between 1995 and 1997. Endorsements on LinkedIn highlight his strengths in strategic planning, sourcing, and management—skills that have defined his professional journey and now enrich his stewardship of the OBU.

Wouter Hugo du Toit (PRG 1999) – Vice Chairman

A proud alumnus of Paul Roos Gymnasium’s Class of 1999, Wouter Hugo du Toit steps into the vice chairmanship of the Old Boys Union with entrepreneurial energy and a global outlook. His election reflects the OBU’s commitment to renewal, ensuring that alumni leadership remains dynamic and responsive to the challenges of modern community life. Wouter’s journey from Stellenbosch to national business leadership illustrates how the values of Maroon Pride continue to shape alumni who carry Paul Roos Gymnasium’s ethos into diverse fields.

Professionally, Wouter has built a distinguished career across agriculture, property, and media. As a director of DKI Fruit, he has played a pivotal role in South Africa’s agricultural exports, ensuring that local produce reaches international markets with integrity and sustainability. His leadership at DKI Prop reflects a commitment to responsible property development, balancing growth with community values. In addition, his involvement in Punch Media SA highlights his adaptability across industries, bringing creativity and innovation to the media and marketing landscape.

Wouter’s academic foundation was laid at Stellenbosch University, where he studied Law (LLB). His years at Paul Roos were marked by active participation in rugby, cricket, tennis, and golf, embodying the school’s holistic approach to education and personal development.

Die Paul Roos Old Boys Union het onlangs by sy jaarvergadering Dale Good (1993) as Voorsitter en Wouter Hugo du Toit (1999) as Ondervoorsitter verkies. Hierdie leierskap dui op ’n hernude verbintenis tot die bewaring van tradisie, die versterking van alumni-betrokkenheid en die voortgesette uitleef van Maroentrots. Good bring sy ervaring in strategie as stigter van GLS Supply Chain Equipment na die OBU, terwyl du Toit sy dinamiese loopbaan in landbou, eiendom en media waarskynlik sal aanwend om vernuwing en groei te bevorder.

See Chairman’s message

Custodians of the Maroon Machine

Dear Old Boy,

At our AGM on Thursday, 6 November — a night of reflection and renewal — I was reminded of the timeless question asked by generations of Paul Roosers: what is the true purpose of the Old Boys Union? My answer is simple yet, profound: we are the custodians of the maroon machine. We are the steady hands that hold the values of this school in place long after teachers rotate, parents move on, and seasons rise and fall. These are not dusty traditions, but living principles of gentlemanship and civility that shape the kind of men the world so urgently needs today.

I believe wholeheartedly that the next generation of Paul Roosers is excelling on every front. Beyond the bold rugby headlines, they are Olympians, national swimmers, water polo champions, rowers, writers, academics, doctors, attorneys, innovators, and entrepreneurs — leaders in the making who will shape South Africa’s future. Our responsibility as Old Boys is not merely to celebrate this legacy, but to expand it, multiply it, and architect the future. In uncertain times, we must ensure that Paul Roos continues to produce leaders grounded in humanity, dignity, and the values that define a true gentleman.

Shifting Gears

In the past twelve months, the Old Boys Union has shifted gear — from spectators of the legacy to builders of the future. We have professionalised governance, modernised systems, and established structures with real accountability. Yet no Union can succeed without knowing its members, and much of our energy has gone into strengthening that foundation. Today we have 13,899 Old Boys on record, with 11,960 still alive, and in the past year alone we updated the occupations of more than 3,000 and linked company names for over 4,000. Even our LinkedIn page reflects this activity, with thousands of views each week, underscoring both the reach and responsibility of our network.

From this groundwork, tangible initiatives are already flowing. The publication of the Law List has enabled Old Boys in the legal profession to connect and support one another, and this model will soon extend to other sectors — beginning with accounting, pharmaceutical medicine, and engineering. These steps mark a decisive transition: we are no longer simply celebrating our heritage, but actively building platforms that empower Paul Roosers to lead, collaborate, and shape the future together.

Mobilise Globally

In recent months, we have strengthened the Union’s foundations by updating directorships, regularising Carum Pty Ltd — which provides property for teacher accommodation — and Welgevallen Wines Pty Ltd, trading for Markötter. We have opened proper bank accounts, implemented accounting systems, filed all required tax disclosures, and secured liquor licences for events such as the Mega Tent. One story stands out: many years ago, an Old Boy bequeathed his half share in a Strand property to the Union. That legacy became the seed capital for Carum Pty Ltd, enabling us to invest directly in accommodation for teachers and, in turn, support the next generation of Paul Roosers.

Beyond these structures, we have focused on global mobilisation. Through our renewed database, we now know where Old Boys reside across the world. This year we consolidated more than 40 WhatsApp groups into 30, which now serve as primary channels of communication — spanning the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the Benelux countries, Germany, and Austria. Alongside this, LinkedIn has become a vital platform for engagement, connection, and mobilisation, ensuring that wherever Old Boys are, they remain part of the maroon machine.

Growing Structures

This year has shown how our scope and structures have expanded. The Rugby Committee remains a powerhouse, but we have added a Water Polo Committee under Justin Swart and a Golf Committee under Henny Walters, broadening Old Boys impact across multiple sporting codes. Each committee now operates with full financial independence and transparency, with profit and loss visible at the push of a button — a level of accountability never achieved before. Collaboration has also deepened: the Paul Roos 150 Trust, the Paul Roos Foundation, and Club 1000 have joined us at the table, aligning history, resources, and networks to strengthen our collective mission.

At the heart of it all, our Rugby Committee continues to embody identity, brotherhood, and belonging. Last year’s Captain’s Dinner at Markötter, attended by current and past Springboks, reminded us of the enduring spirit of Paul Roos rugby and the willingness of Old Boys to give back. I extend heartfelt thanks to Bles Kemp and his committee for their tireless dedication, and I also wish to acknowledge the guidance of the late Pieter Jan Bestbier, the open-door support of former Rector André van Staden, and the invaluable contributions of Elsa van der Walt, Leonie Nell, and Marike Powell-Taljaard. Their service has enriched our Union and ensured that the Old Boys office remains a place of connection and pride.

Our Renewal Moment

Through all of this, something vital has begun to shift: we are re-awakening a culture where Old Boys give back not out of obligation, but out of gratitude. Giving is not a duty — it is a declaration that says, this place made me, and I will help make it again. This is our renewal moment, moving from nostalgia to purpose, from sentiment to substance, from memory to leadership. The role of the Old Boys Union is not simply to guard the past, but to activate it so that we can empower the future. My appeal to the new committee is clear: be unshakeable custodians of our legacy, protect it fiercely, and ensure every intervention is constructive and worthy of this institution. For the future we safeguard is nothing less than the next generation of Paul Roos leaders.

Inspired by you 

Nils Flaaten 

Chairman: Old Boys Union

Lees die afrikaanse weergawe hier

In ‘n brosjure oor die Paul Roos 150 Trust, wat hom beywer vir die behoud van die skool se tradisie van akademiese uitnemendheid vir toekomstige geslagte, word aangedui oor hoe die doelwitte bereik word deur die konsolidasie van fondse, die strategiese befondsing van sleutel-infrastruktuurprojekte en toesig oor die fonds met streng bestuursbeginsels, insluitend ‘n jaarlikse oudit. As ‘n nie-winsgewende organisasie is die Trust gemagtig om Artikel 18A-belastingsertifikate uit te reik, wat skenkers waardevolle belastingvoordele bied.

In die strewe na sy primêre doelwitte, naamlik die aanstelling en behoud van topvlak-opvoeders, die voorsiening van behuisingsgeleenthede vir onderwysers, veral in die lig van Stellenbosch se hoë eiendomskoste, en die voortdurende verbetering van akademiese infrastruktuur, het die Paul Roos 150 Trust oor die jare ‘n indrukwekkende portefeulje van projekte befonds. Klik hier vir volledige besonderhede.

A recently published brochure gives Old Boys and friends of Paul Roos Gymnasium an overview of the Paul Roos 150 Trust, which safeguards the school’s tradition of academic excellence for generations to come.

The Trust was born out of the school’s 150th anniversary celebrations in 2016, when it became clear that existing funds needed to be consolidated into one main endowment. Today, a Board of Trustees manages this fund with strict governance principles, including annual audits. As a registered non-profit, the Trust is authorised to issue Section 18A tax certificates for donations -personal, corporate, or testamentary – providing donors with valuable tax benefits. Expert guidance is also available for complex contributions such as trusts or in specie donations.

Why the Trust Matters

Paul Roos Gymnasium has been a beacon of academic and institutional excellence since its founding in 1866. Its alumni have gone on to lead in diverse sectors, making the school not only a pride of Stellenbosch but of South Africa as a whole.

The Trust’s primary objectives are clear:

• Appointment and retention of outstanding teachers.
• Provision of housing opportunities for staff, given Stellenbosch’s high property costs.
• Maintenance and improvement of academic infrastructure.

Projects Already Funded

The Trust has already made a remarkable impact by supporting projects such as:

• Installation of central air conditioning in classrooms and offices.
• Upgrading the school’s generator to secure power supply across facilities.
• Construction of a housing complex for staff, rector’s accommodation, and purchase of two homes in Die Boord for teachers and their families.
• Establishment of the Arnold van Wyk Music Centre.
• Creation of a store for branded school merchandise.
• Equipping all science classrooms and laboratories in 2023.
• Accelerated provision of online learning facilities to keep pace with technology.
• Upgrading e-learning infrastructure.
• Purchasing instruments to provide free trumpet and trombone lessons to talented primary school children in surrounding communities.
• Opening of the Roosinbosch Cafeteria.
• Expansion of classrooms in the LPR building, fitted with the latest technology.
• Employment of a counselling psychologist to support learners, staff, and parents with study techniques, time management, motivation, anxiety, and other challenges.

A Call to Support

To sustain Paul Roos Gymnasium’s reputation as one of South Africa’s most prestigious boys’ schools, the Trust relies on the support and collaboration of all who share its vision. Together, we can ensure that the school’s proud tradition of excellence continues to flourish.

Please click here to access the full document.

Vars nuus oor die opwindende Houtbrugprojek langs Suidwalweg voor Paul Roos Gimnasium, is dat die volle R600 000 wat daarvoor benodig is, suksesvol ingesamel is. Danksy ruim skenkings kan konstruksiewerk vroeg in die nuwe jaar begin, onder leiding van die Stellenbosch Trail Fund (STF).

Met dié verbinding sal die huidige onderbreking in die stap – en fietspad oorbrug word en ’n veilige alternatief bied teenoor die gevaarlike verkeersvloei. Die projek is van groot belang vir skoliere, sowel as inwoners van die ouetehuise Utopia en Azaleahof, wat daagliks hier stap.

Die bruggie voltooi die wandel- en fietsroete tussen Die Boord en Mostertsdrift en sluit aan by ’n dekade lange transformasie van die Eersterivier in ’n omgewingsvriendelike en toeganklike gebied vir inwoners en toeriste.

Die Stellenbosch Munisipaliteit het vroeër vanjaar die planne goedgekeur en onderneem om die bestaande paadjies aan te pas om by die houtpaadjie aan te sluit. Enige bome wat gedurende die konstruksie verwyder moet word, sal met inheemse spesies vervang word, met advies van Schalk van der Merwe.

Omdat geen voorsiening vir die beraamde koste – R548 500 vir konstruksie en R50 000 vir ingenieursdienste – uit die munisipaliteit se kapitaalbegroting gemaak kon word nie, is die projek as ’n gemeenskapsinisiatief gehanteer en is daar op skenkings van instansies en individue staatgemaak. Die munisipaliteit het wel onderneem om die toekomstige instandhouding van die bruggie uit sy bedryfsbegroting te hanteer.

STF se projekspan bestaan uit Ernst Gouws (STF), Frans van Niekerk (skole), Hans Heuer (bemarking), Jacques de Villiers (PRG Oud-Skoliere), Hugo Truter (kommunikasie), Lucas Louw (ingenieur, Bart Senekal Konsult Ing) en Dup Venter (sameroeper).

English Summary

The Stellenbosch Trail Fund has successfully raised the estimated R600,000 needed for the Boardwalk Project, an 80-metre wooden walkway along Suidwal Road at Paul Roos Gymnasium to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety. Construction will start early in the new year and will complete the riverside route between Die Boord and Mostertsdrift, benefiting school learners, retirement home residents, and the wider community. Approved by the Stellenbosch Municipality, the project will replace any removed trees with indigenous species, while day-to-day maintenance will be handled municipally. As the municipality has not budgeted for construction, the initiative relied on community donations, with contributions over R100,000 acknowledged by nameplate recognition.

Met hierdie collage kry die leser ’n goeie idee van die huidige situasie en hoe dit met ’n houtsypaadjie verbeter gaan word.

Nuwe geleenthede word soms of dalk meer dikwels deur teenspoed gebring. Skuins oorkant die koshuise het ‘n groot deel van die wal van die Eersterivier sowat twee jaar gelede ineengestort weens vloedwater. Na die wal en pad herstel is, was daar ruimte om nuwe bome aan te plant.

Dup Venter (1975) het begin borge soek om ‘n aantal wildeolyfbome aan te plant daar en binne ‘n kort tydperk het ‘n paar Old Boys die boompies geborg wat in September vanjaar aangeplant is.

Die boompies sal versorg word deur die Stellenbosch Trail Fund, wat al die afgelope paar jaar baie bome langs die Eersterivier aangeplant het.

Kan ‘n mens twee keer op dieselfde kluite en klippers trap?  Indien jy nie jou oë oopmaak en jou oogklappe skuif nie, is dit seker moontlik.  Party van ons het eers met die tweede stap raakgesien dat daar meer Rooielse as Geelhoute op die Geelhoutroete is.

Geen twee stappe is dieselfde nie.  Vanjaar se Lenteloop op 18 Oktober was nie ‘n uitsondering nie.

Namate mens iets onder die knie kry, behoort dit mos makliker te gaan.  Maar vir sommiges wat al aanstap in stappe word die opstap, eiegen-aard-ig genoeg, egter makliker en die afstrap moeiliker.  Die nuweling wat op sy ‘moedersknieg saamgestap’ het, sal dalk  eers met verloop van tyd, wanneer hy homself op foto’s herken, onthou dat hy in 2025 ‘n gedeelte van die Geelhout gestap het sonder om op ‘n klip te trap.

Die twee roetes (Geelhout en Sosys) was hopelik vir al die saamstappers nie net nog ‘n roetine nie, maar ‘n nuwe roete.  Vir sommige ‘n nuwe ou roete.  

Danie van Niekerk (1973)

Paul Roos Old Boy Louis Heynemann (1970) has retired after 25 years as Chief Executive and Artistic Director of the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO). Appointed in 2000, Heynemann took the reins at a critical moment when the Cape Town Symphony Orchestra and Capab Orchestra had just been liquidated. With his background as a music journalist, editor, and arts administrator, he steered the newly formed CPO through turbulent times, ensuring financial stability while maintaining artistic excellence. Under his leadership, the orchestra grew into one of Africa’s leading ensembles, performing symphonic concerts, opera, ballet, and cross-genre collaborations.

Heynemann’s tenure was marked by resilience and vision. He pioneered youth training initiatives, established academies to nurture future musicians, and built bridges between classical traditions and diverse audiences. His commitment ensured that salaries were paid even in lean years, and his innovative business models secured the orchestra’s sustainability. A farewell concert, Louis’ Legacy, held in December 2025, celebrated his immense contribution to South African music. The CPO now stands as a thriving institution, a testament to Heynemann’s stewardship and the enduring impact of a Paul Roos alumnus who dedicated his career to cultural excellence.

Netwerk24 Article

Recently, a brochure was compiled to provide an overview of the Paul Roos 150 Trust, which is dedicated to preserving the school’s tradition of academic excellence for future generations. This is achieved through the consolidation of funds and the strategic financing of key infrastructure projects. The Board of Trustees oversees the fund with strict governance principles, including an annual audit. As a non-profit organization, the Trust is authorized to issue Section 18A tax certificates, offering donors valuable tax benefits.

In pursuit of its primary objectives—namely, the appointment and retention of top-tier educators, the provision of housing opportunities for teachers, particularly in light of Stellenbosch’s high property costs, and the continuous enhancement of academic infrastructure—the Paul Roos 150 Trust has funded an impressive portfolio of projects over the years. Click here for full details.

‘n Brosjure het onlangs verskyn om Old Boys en ander goedgunstiges ‘n oorsig te gee van die rol van die Paul Roos 150 Trust om die tradisie van akademiese uitnemendheid by Paul Roos Gimnasium vir toekomstige geslagte te verseker.

Die trust het voortgevloei uit die viering van die skool se 150-jarige bestaan in 2016, toe daar tot die besef gekom is dat die fondse wat daar toe bestaan het, gekonsolideer en geherstruktureer moet word een hoof-skenkingsfonds te vorm.

‘n Raad van Trustees bestuur die fonds volgens streng standaarde en beginsels,wat  ‘n jaarlikse oudit insluit. As ‘n niewinsgewende organisasie, is die Trust bevoeg om vir alle skenkings, hetsy persoonlik, korporatief of testamentêr,  ’n artikel18A-belastingsertifikaat uit te reik en kan dit van die skenker se belasbare inkomste afgetrek word. Deskundige advies is ook beskikbaar vir ingewikkelde bydraes soos trusts of in specie skenkings of verdelings.

Ondersteuning vir hierdie waardevolle inisiatief help om ‘n toekoms van akademiese uitnemendheid in Suid-Afrika te verseker. Die skool was vanaf sy ontstaan in 1866 ‘n baken van akademiese en institusionele uitnemendheid in Suid-Afrika en  het ‘n merkwaardige impak op die land. Sy oud-leerlinge is leiers in verskeie sektore, en die skool is nie net ‘n trots van Stellenbosch nie, maar van Suid-Afrika as geheel.

Akademiese uitnemendheid word verseker met die aanstelling en behoud van hoëgehalte-onderwysers, die skep van behuisingsgeleenthede vir onderwysers, veral gegewe die hoë koste van behuising in Stellenbosch, en die instandhouding en verbetering van akademiese infrastruktuur, wat aldrie as die primêre doelwitte van die Paul Roos 150 Trust beskou word.

Die Trust het al ‘n beduidende bydrae tot infrastruktuurprojekte by die skool gelewer deur onder meer finansiering te bied vir:

• die installering van sentrale lugversorgingstelsels in klaskamers en administratiewe kantore;
• die opgradering van die skool se noodsaaklike kragopwekker vir kragvoorsiening in klaskamers, koshuise en ander PRG-fasiliteite;
• die bou van ’n behuisingskompleks vir onderwyspersoneel, die rektor se huisvesting en die aankoop van twee residensiële eiendomme in Die Boord waarin tot vier onderwysers met hul families kan woon;
• die vestiging van die Arnold van Wyk Musieksentrum;
• die vestiging van ‘n handelsmerkwinkel vir die skool;
• die opgadering en toerusting van alle wetenskapklaskamers en -laboratoriums in 2023;
• die versnelde verskaffing van aanlynleergeriewe om by te hou met die vinnige tempo van tegnologiese ontwikkeling;
• die opgradering van die skool se e-leergeriewe;
• die aankoop van instrumente om gratis formele trompet- en tromboonlesse aan talentvolle kinders in omliggende laerskole te bied;
• die vestiging van die Roosinbosch Kafeteria;
• die vergroting van twee klaskamers in die LPR-gebou en die toerusting daarvan met die nuutste tegnologie; en
• die indiensneming van ‘n berading-sielkundige om deur middel van groep- en individuele sessies leerders te help met onder meer studie-en eksamentegnieke, tydsbestuur, motivering en angstigheid, asook vir personeellede en ouers met ’n reeks tersaaklike kwessies.

Om akademiese uitnemendheid te handhaaf en die skool se reputasie as een van die mees gesogte seunskole in Suid-Afrika te behou, is daar ondersteuning en samewerking nodig van elkeen wat in die visie deel om standaarde te handhaaf en uit te bou.

Klik gerus hier om toegang tot die volledige dokument te kry.

Die PRG-stigting se 2024-verslag beklemtoon sy toewyding tot die bemagtiging van talentvolle jongmense, veral uit minderbevoorregte agtergronde, deur sport, akademie en leierskapsontwikkeling by Paul Roos Gimnasium (PRG). Altesame R1,7 miljoen is gebruik vir gemeenskapsontwikkelingsprojekte. Beursontvangers het uitgeblink in leierskap, sport en akademie.  Holistiese ontwikkeling word bevorder deur middel van die stigting se Skole-evaluasiepaneel, noue samewerking met ouers en PRG-personeel, en strategiese vennootskappe soos met die Forward Foundation.

Befondsingsinisiatiewe, insluitend die jaarlikse Stigting-ete en die PRG Talent Funder, verskaf volhoubare ondersteuning, terwyl sy nie-winsgewende status bydraers in staat stel om voordeel uit BBBEE-punte en CSI-krediete te trek. As deel van ‘n breër ondersteuningsnetwerk, bly die PRG-stigting daarop gefokus om toekomstige leiers te kweek en verwelkom dit bydraes om sy missie volhoubaar te ondersteun. Klik hier om die volledige verslag te sien.

The recently released PRG Foundation’s 2024 Report showcases its commitment to developing talented youth, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, through sport, academics, and leadership initiatives at Paul Roos Gymnasium (PRG).

With R1.7 million allocated in 2024, the Foundation funded professional coaching, hostel accommodation, scholarships, and community development projects, ensuring bursary recipients thrived in various disciplines. Notable achievements include:

– Leadership: All four Grade 11 bursary holders secured positions on the 2025 PRG Student Council.

– Sports: Bursary holders excelled in rugby and golf, contributing to top national rankings and earning selections for elite teams, including the SA Schools u19 rugby squad.

– Academics: All matric bursary holders passed their Senior Certificate exams, paving the way for higher education and professional growth.

The Foundation employs a Scholar Evaluation Dashboard to track academic, sporting, and personal progress, fostering holistic development. Parent engagement and collaboration with PRG staff further strengthen student support.

Funding initiatives such as the annual Foundation Dinner and the PRG Talent Funder, a JSE-listed investment product, ensure sustainable financial backing. Operating as a tax-exempt non-profit, the Foundation provides donors with BBBEE points and CSI credits, creating added value for contributors.

As part of a broader support network, including the Paul Roos Old Boys Union, the Paul Roos 150 Trust Fund, and Klub 1000, the Foundation continues to empower youth and cultivate future leaders. Contributions are welcomed to sustain its mission and expand outreach through partnerships like the Forward Foundation.

The PRG Foundation stands as a testament to the power of education, sport, and mentorship in shaping young lives for success. Click here to see the full report.

Die jaarlikse Klub 1000 potjiekoskompetisie op 1 Maart 2025 was weer ‘n groot sukses. Met 17 verskillende potjies in die wedloop, het spanne se kreatiwiteit gesorg vir ‘n strawwe kompetisie en smaaklike resultate. Kyk gerus na die grafika om te sien wie het gewen.

Dié geleentheid vorm ‘n integrale deel van Klub 1000 se fondsinsameling vir ad hoc-skoolprojekte, met alle opbrengste wat direk terugvloei na die skool. Klub 1000 is ook aktief betrokke by die Wynfees en die PRG Wynveiling, wat saam met die OSU en die PRG Handelsmerkbestuurskantoor aangebied word.

De Wet Viljoen het namens die organiseerders dank betuig teenoor die borge van die pryse, die ouers wat dit ‘n sukses gemaak het en Paul Roos Gimnasium wat die geleentheid moontlik gemaak het. Volgende jaar gaan hulle  ‘n nog groter impak maak, sê hy.

Net om te herinner: Klub 1000 is meer as net ‘n fondsinsamelingsinisiatief. Dit skep ‘n ruimte waar nuwe ouers en Old Boys kan saamkom, en bied waardevolle netwerkvoordele vir al sy lede. Elke jaar sluit nuwe ouers by die skoolfamilie aan, en Klub 1000 help hulle om deel te word van die Paul Roos-ervaring—ongeag of hulle oud-leerders is of nie.

Hier voel geen nuwe ouer ooit uitgesluit nie. Van ‘n glas wyn saam met mede-ouers tot betrokkenheid by die skoliere se ontwikkeling, Klub 1000 bied ‘n unieke gemeenskap waar vriendskappe en bande gevorm word. Dit bring die beste van twee wêrelde saam!

Summary:  The annual Klub 1000 potjiekos competition, held on March 1st, 2025, was another great success. With 17 diverse potjies competing, creativity and culinary skills were on full display. This event is a key fundraiser for school projects, ensuring all proceeds go directly to Paul Roos Gimnasium. Beyond fundraising, Klub 1000 fosters a strong community for new parents and Old Boys, offering networking and social engagement. The club ensures that everyone, regardless of their history with the school, feels included and connected. For more information, visit: https://paulroos.co.za/club-1000/

Opsomming: Die bekroonde sjef Kobus van der Merwe van Wolfgat in Paternoster het op 7 November 2024 ‘n tradisionele Weskus-braai vir Prins William in Kalkbaai-hawe voorberei. Die geleentheid, aangebied deur Abalobi, ‘n organisasie wat kleinskaalse vissers en volhoubare seekospraktyke ondersteun, het Suid-Afrikaanse kulinêre erfenis met wêreldwye volhoubaarheidsbewustheid verweef. Van der Merwe het ‘n keur van plaaslike geregte bedien, insluitend geelstert-sosaties, roosterkoek met bokkom-botter, heerenboontjiepaté en mosselparfait

On November 7, 2024, Kalk Bay Harbour played host to a truly special occasion – an authentic West Coast braai prepared by celebrated South African chef and Old Boy Kobus van der Merwe (1998) for none other than Prince William.

The event, hosted by Abalobi, an organization dedicated to supporting small-scale fishers and sustainable seafood practices, seamlessly blended South African culinary heritage with a global spotlight on sustainability. 

Van der Merwe, renowned for his hyperlocal Strandveld cuisine at Wolfgat, an international award-winning eatery in Paternoster, presented a feast showcasing the rich flavors of the West Coast. The menu featured yellowtail sosaties, roosterkoek with bokkom butter, heerenboontjie paté, mussel parfait, and other traditional delicacies. Each dish was a reflection of his commitment to seasonal and sustainable ingredients, highlighting the depth of South Africa’s indigenous food culture. 

Wolfgat, housed in a 130-year-old fisherman’s cottage overlooking the bay, offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience, embracing the dramatic transformation of the coastal landscape through its tasting menu. The restaurant gained international acclaim in 2019 when it was named Best Restaurant in the World at the prestigious World Restaurant Awards in Paris. 

With only 20 diners per sitting, Van der Merwe ensures that Wolfgat maintains its intimate and sustainable ethos. His culinary philosophy focuses on the use of indigenous succulents, wild herbs, handpicked seafood, and seasonal veldkos, each dish meticulously crafted to pay homage to the land and sea. 

The braai at Kalk Bay Harbour was more than just a meal—it was a celebration of heritage, sustainability, and the remarkable synergy between South African tradition and global awareness. For Prince William, it was a taste of the West Coast’s essence, expertly curated by one of its finest chefs. 

Vanjaar se PRG-OSU Lenteloop word beplan vir Saterdag 18 Oktober 2025 om 07:30.

Twee opsies gaan beskikbaar wees: Vir die fikse stappers wag die Swartboskloof-roete en die gemaklike Geelhout-roete dien as alternatief vir diegene wat nie kans sien vir ‘n meer veeleisende en langer stap nie.

Swartboskloof-roete: Dié 11,1 km lange sirkelroete word beskou as matig uitdagend en kos 3 en ‘n half uur om te voltooi. Dit bied pragtige uitsigte, ryk voëllewe en diverse fynbosplantegroei. Daar is plekke om waterbottels te hervul, maar sonskerm en ‘n hoed word aanbeveel weens blootstelling aan die son.

Geelhout-roete: Dié 3 km lange sirkelroete is ook matig uitdagend en neem ‘n raps meer as ‘n uur om te voltooi. Dit volg ‘n rivierloop, kruis strome en bied skaduryke areas. Daar is een klim van 185 meter, waarvandaan stappers panoramiese uitsigte kan geniet voordat hulle afdaal. Die roete is geskik vir gesinne, maar honde word nie toegelaat nie.

Enigeen is welkom. Ontbyt agterna by Aunt Sophie is vir eie koste.

Donasies is vrywillig vir inheemse boompies is vrywillig. Kontak oldboys2@paulroos.co.za vir meer inligting oor kostes.

Stof af daai stapskoene!

Rugby star and Old Boy Steven Kitshoff (2010) has decided to prioritize his quality of life over the risks associated with continuing his career following a serious neck injury. The Springbok prop, known for his dominance on the field, has chosen to step away from professional rugby rather than risk further harm. His decision reflects a growing awareness among athletes about long-term health and well-being after retirement.

Beyond the field, Kitshoff has expressed deep gratitude for the unwavering support of his wife, Aimee, throughout his career. Following his retirement, Aimee shared a heartfelt message, praising his dedication and passion for the game while emphasizing that this is just the beginning of a new chapter.

While Kitshoff has yet to announce specific future plans, his wife’s words suggest that he is looking forward to new opportunities beyond rugby. His retirement marks the end of an era, but also the start of something exciting ahead.

You can read the full article on Netwerk24: Kitshoff kies gehalte van lewe bo gevaar van afspraak met ‘laksman’

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Tiaan Basson, a promising Grade 11 rugby player at Paul Roos Gymnasium, has found himself in the spotlight after a video of him playing for Cheltenham College during an exchange program surfaced on social media. The clip, showcasing his talent and skill on the field, quickly gained traction and caught the attention of international rugby scouts, particularly in Europe. His Hungarian citizenship adds an interesting dimension, as overseas teams are considering him as a potential future signing.

Despite the growing interest, no formal negotiations have taken place, given that Basson is only 16 years old. While the overseas rugby community sees potential in his abilities, both he and his family acknowledge that his career is still in its early stages. His father, in particular, believes that discussions about long-term contracts and professional commitments would be premature at this stage.

The story highlights the incredible reach and impact of social media in modern sports. A single viral video has placed Basson on the radar of international scouts, demonstrating how digital platforms can accelerate recognition and open doors for young athletes. His situation mirrors similar cases where rising talents gain exposure far beyond their local communities thanks to online visibility.

As Basson continues his development at Paul Roos Gymnasium, the excitement surrounding his future remains high. Whether he eventually pursues opportunities abroad or stays in South Africa, his story serves as a testament to how the digital age is transforming talent scouting and the trajectory of young sports stars worldwide.

Lees die volledige Netwerk24-artikel hier: Engelse, Franse staan tou om Paul Roos-ster (16) te teken – als danksy sosiale media https://www.netwerk24.com/netwerk24/sport/skole/engelse-franse-staan-tou-om-paul-roos-ster-16-te-teken-als-danksy-sosiale-media-20250222

We are excited to present the new management team. Unfortunately, we will only be able to take a group photo of this team in the new year, but we look forward to a new era of growth and tradition under their leadership. This team brings a strong combination of experience and innovation, with three members from the 1980s, three from the 1990s, and four from the new millennium.

Meet the Team:

Name	PRG	Office
Nils Flaatten	1987	Chairman / Voorsitter
Paul Schaefer	1996	Deputy Chairman / Ondervoorsitter
Wiehann Olivier	2005	Treasurer / Tesourier
Pieter Myburgh	2004	Sport
Jan Schliemann	1985	Legal / Regsake
Dale Good	1993	Sponsorships / Borgskappe
John Sutherland	2015	Events and Reunions / Funksies en Reünies
Dirk-Wouter Bester	2010	Membership and Engagement / Lidmaatskap en betrokkenheid
Wouter Hugo du Toit	1999	Networking / Netwerk
Jacques de Villiers	1986	Value Creation / Waardeskepping

This team is poised to uphold and build upon our strong traditions and values. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise promise a dynamic and effective leadership for the future.

Stay tuned for more updates and a group photo in the new year!