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MEC Sakkie Jenner to Send Off Members Participating in the Deaflympics

25 August 2009
The Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs, Sport and Recreation, Minister Sakkie Jenner, will on Thursday 27 August 2009 be sending off 10 SA Deaflympics team members, from the Western Cape, who will be representing the country at this year's Deaflympics.

The games are taking place from the 5 - 15 September, in Taipei.

'As the Minister of Cultural Affairs, Sport and Recreation in the Western Cape, I am once again honoured to be in the presence of men and women, who overcame all odds to become the best in their sports.'

'To many of us, having a shortfall to others, would render us powerless and helpless, but these men and women faced their challenges head-on and came out on top.'

The details of the event are as follows:

Venue: Department of Cultural Affairs and Sports
First Floor,
Protea Assurance Building
Greenmarket Square
Time: 17H00 for 17H30
Date: Thursday 28 August 2009

For media Enquiries please contact:

Angus Flowers
Media Liaison Officer
Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Sport and Recreation
Tel: 021 483 9800
Cell: 083 304 3320

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