The early history of the Malays in the Cape goes way back to the time of slavery through the power struggle between the Portuguese and the Dutch for the supremacy (ownership) of the seas. The Dutch built a large army targeted at places like Bombay, Medan, India, Java and Ceylon. The leaders of these areas resisted the Dutch in the Far East and united in the fight for freedom. They were captured and brought to the Cape as slaves. These slaves, men of great spiritual intellect, received the highest respect from the communities. They taught unity and peace amongst the different faiths and religious groups such as Hinduism, Christianity, Javanese and Indian. They did not have much experience on the battle field but brought with them the Ideology of Islam as well as their building, cabinet making, candle making, welding and other skills. These pioneers of the Muslim community in the Western Cape, also known as “Auwliah”, were laid to rest in tombs or “Mazaars” or more commonly known as “Kramats” around the Cape Peninsula. For many years this history was passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth.
At Oemie’s tours, we focus on this aspect of the South African community, with a special emphasis on the contribution this culture has made to South African history and heritage.
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Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Cape Malay Bo-Kaap
The early history of the Malays in the Cape goes way back to the time of slavery through the power struggle between the Portuguese and the Dutch for the supremacy (ownership) of the seas.
The Dutch built a large army targeted at places like Bombay, Medan ,India ,Java and Ceylon.
The leaders of these areas resisted against the Dutch in the far east and united in the fight for freedom.
They were captured and brought to the Cape as slaves.
These slaves, men of great spiritual intellect, received the highest respect from the communities.
They taught unity and peace amongst the different faiths and religious groups such as Hinduism, Christianity, Javanese and Indian.
They did not have much experience on the battle field but brought with them the Ideology of Islam as well as their building, cabinet making, candle making, welding and other skills.
These pioneers of the Muslim community in the Western Cape, also known as “Auwliah”, were laid to rest in tombs or “Mazaars” or more commonly known as “Kramats” around the Cape Peninsula.
For many years this history was passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth.
The Dutch built a large army targeted at places like Bombay, Medan ,India ,Java and Ceylon.
The leaders of these areas resisted against the Dutch in the far east and united in the fight for freedom.
They were captured and brought to the Cape as slaves.
These slaves, men of great spiritual intellect, received the highest respect from the communities.
They taught unity and peace amongst the different faiths and religious groups such as Hinduism, Christianity, Javanese and Indian.
They did not have much experience on the battle field but brought with them the Ideology of Islam as well as their building, cabinet making, candle making, welding and other skills.
These pioneers of the Muslim community in the Western Cape, also known as “Auwliah”, were laid to rest in tombs or “Mazaars” or more commonly known as “Kramats” around the Cape Peninsula.
For many years this history was passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Ramadaan
Ramadaan is a very sacred month for muslims all over the universe. Its a time to sacrifice all eatables from before sun rise until sun set every day for one month starting on 12th August 2010.
It is a time for spiritual upliftment ,a time to give more charity then any other time ,a time to forgive and embrace your fellow muslim brother and sister.
Let us all embrace during this month and may you all have a wonderful Ramadaan and may all your prayers (Duas ) be accepted insha Allah (by the will of Allah).Ramadaan Kariem to all Muslims
It is a time for spiritual upliftment ,a time to give more charity then any other time ,a time to forgive and embrace your fellow muslim brother and sister.
Let us all embrace during this month and may you all have a wonderful Ramadaan and may all your prayers (Duas ) be accepted insha Allah (by the will of Allah).Ramadaan Kariem to all Muslims
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
FIFA World Cup
This is just a fantastic time for South Africa and the "gees"vibe in Cape Town is amaizing. Sad to say that not many opportunities for SMME in Cape Town at the moment but just to be part of such a incredible event is good for now.
Let us not despair A'yoba it is here and you can feel the impact it is having on the outside world as well as the South African residents.
We can use this to marketing our destination in a more positive way and getting all those team followers to want to come back and experience a slice of our paradisein the Mother City
So yes if CTRU,Cape Town Tourism ,South African Tourism market not just the destination but also the diversity in culture and various offering from cultural tourism to adventure tourism ,eco tourism and so much more that South Africa have to offer we can have en economic growth in tourism .
I have just so much hope of taking this business to heights beyond anyone expectations.
My greatest change now is access to finance in making this possible. So my nest concentration will be to partner with a tourism business that would adopt my business and monitor my progress in helping me to make this possible.
My support is for BAFANA BAFANA tomorrow 22June 2010 in Bloemfontein make us proud and just play your best.
visit www.oemiestours.co.za
t:082 658 2070
f:086 218 0984
skype:hajira.ganie
info@oemiestours.co.za
more that we have to offer .
Let us not despair A'yoba it is here and you can feel the impact it is having on the outside world as well as the South African residents.
We can use this to marketing our destination in a more positive way and getting all those team followers to want to come back and experience a slice of our paradisein the Mother City
So yes if CTRU,Cape Town Tourism ,South African Tourism market not just the destination but also the diversity in culture and various offering from cultural tourism to adventure tourism ,eco tourism and so much more that South Africa have to offer we can have en economic growth in tourism .
I have just so much hope of taking this business to heights beyond anyone expectations.
My greatest change now is access to finance in making this possible. So my nest concentration will be to partner with a tourism business that would adopt my business and monitor my progress in helping me to make this possible.
My support is for BAFANA BAFANA tomorrow 22June 2010 in Bloemfontein make us proud and just play your best.
visit www.oemiestours.co.za
t:082 658 2070
f:086 218 0984
skype:hajira.ganie
info@oemiestours.co.za
more that we have to offer .
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Beyond the 90 min
With the "gees" the way it was from 11 June to 11July 2010 .We need to keep it up so a few tourist guide are getting together on Saturday 17 July at 19h00 at 7 Assegaai Road ThorntonThe residence of Jonathan Muller bring and share .
Please rsvp to Jesmine Johnson on yasmin@disover-capetown.co.za.
Let us get together and strategise and keep the "gees"going and see how we can all work together in the future.
Please rsvp to Jesmine Johnson on yasmin@disover-capetown.co.za.
Let us get together and strategise and keep the "gees"going and see how we can all work together in the future.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Last of the world cup vibe
Fan fest fan parks fan walk so exciting and die gees is so goed .Let us all join in the fun and be part so this memorable event that put the eyes of the world on South Africa.This is the time that we should be out there and market Cape Town as the best destination all year round to visit .
Ayoba feel it it is here .
I hope to post a lot of pictures of the last match in Cape Town so look out I can't wait to see who is going through out to the finals.
I'm not a soccer fan but the world cup got me glued to the TV and every opportunity to be at a fan park was just great.
Bafana Bafana may be out of the world cup but we South African's are all winners a first time for everything and now we are the winners for hosting an event that will be remembered for the next four years .
Ayoba feel it it is here .
I hope to post a lot of pictures of the last match in Cape Town so look out I can't wait to see who is going through out to the finals.
I'm not a soccer fan but the world cup got me glued to the TV and every opportunity to be at a fan park was just great.
Bafana Bafana may be out of the world cup but we South African's are all winners a first time for everything and now we are the winners for hosting an event that will be remembered for the next four years .
Friday, June 25, 2010
Experience a slice of paradise
Oemie’s Tours
Oemie’s Tours is an inbound tour operator, offering cultural tours in Cape Town and the greater Western Cape area.
A family business registered by Hajira Ganie, a historically disadvantaged individual who saw an opportunity to register a tour operating business, in 2007.
Knowing little about the tourism industry, she empowered herself by completing a tourist guide course in 2006 and a business management course in tourism at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in 2007. She is currently on a mentorship program initiated by the department of Economic Development and Tourism.
Hajira was nominated as one of the finalists in “Celebrating Woman in Tourism” hosted by the City of Cape Town in 2008. In 2009, she did an upgrade in her tourism NQF level 4 Theta accredited national tourist guide and was nominated as one of the finalists in “National Tourist Guide Celebration” hosted by the department of Economic Development and Tourism.
Why Oemie’s Tours
Oemie’s Tours emphasize on the Cape Malay culture and the Cape Flats area. Join us with some well known Cape Malay mouth watering treats like boeber, faloeda milk and gadat milk (special milk enjoyed on religious celebrations).
The famous “koon carnival” groups and “nag troepe” groups practice from February each year for the celebrations on the 1st January. These celebrations continue into February and end with competitions among the groups. Competitions are now recognized by the City of Cape Town and the premier of the Western Cape, Helen Zille, attended this event for the past few years.
Take the opportunity to interact with locals and learn about how Cape Flats residents were forcefully removed from the cosmopolitan city. Witness how these disadvantaged communities strive to survive. 14 Years into democracy they still use the skills, such as building, cabinet making, plastering , candle making and cane weaving, brought with them during the times of slavery (1759) as a means of survival.
Among these slaves were 23 men of great spiritual intellect, like Imam Abdullah ibn Kadi Abdus Salaam (Tuan Guru), known as the first teacher of Islam in Cape Town. These pioneers of the Muslim community were laid to rest in “Mazaars” (more commonly known as “Kramats” or tombs) around the Cape Peninsula.
Join us on one of our preset tours, or request a personalized tour, tailored to suit your needs.
Visit website:www.oemiestours.co.za - email:info@oemiestours.co.za- Mobile:082 658 2070
Oemie’s Tours is an inbound tour operator, offering cultural tours in Cape Town and the greater Western Cape area.
A family business registered by Hajira Ganie, a historically disadvantaged individual who saw an opportunity to register a tour operating business, in 2007.
Knowing little about the tourism industry, she empowered herself by completing a tourist guide course in 2006 and a business management course in tourism at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in 2007. She is currently on a mentorship program initiated by the department of Economic Development and Tourism.
Hajira was nominated as one of the finalists in “Celebrating Woman in Tourism” hosted by the City of Cape Town in 2008. In 2009, she did an upgrade in her tourism NQF level 4 Theta accredited national tourist guide and was nominated as one of the finalists in “National Tourist Guide Celebration” hosted by the department of Economic Development and Tourism.
Why Oemie’s Tours
Oemie’s Tours emphasize on the Cape Malay culture and the Cape Flats area. Join us with some well known Cape Malay mouth watering treats like boeber, faloeda milk and gadat milk (special milk enjoyed on religious celebrations).
The famous “koon carnival” groups and “nag troepe” groups practice from February each year for the celebrations on the 1st January. These celebrations continue into February and end with competitions among the groups. Competitions are now recognized by the City of Cape Town and the premier of the Western Cape, Helen Zille, attended this event for the past few years.
Take the opportunity to interact with locals and learn about how Cape Flats residents were forcefully removed from the cosmopolitan city. Witness how these disadvantaged communities strive to survive. 14 Years into democracy they still use the skills, such as building, cabinet making, plastering , candle making and cane weaving, brought with them during the times of slavery (1759) as a means of survival.
Among these slaves were 23 men of great spiritual intellect, like Imam Abdullah ibn Kadi Abdus Salaam (Tuan Guru), known as the first teacher of Islam in Cape Town. These pioneers of the Muslim community were laid to rest in “Mazaars” (more commonly known as “Kramats” or tombs) around the Cape Peninsula.
Join us on one of our preset tours, or request a personalized tour, tailored to suit your needs.
Visit website:www.oemiestours.co.za - email:info@oemiestours.co.za- Mobile:082 658 2070
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