#overberg

[yearningforunity]

Arniston, South Africa. 1989

Photographer: Cedric Nunn

“Did you think it was an important image at the time?” I ask him.

“I don’t think so. I reacted to what I saw. It reminded me of when we were young and carefree, the never-ending summers. Yes, a sense of eternal summers, when days never ended.”

“In a sense, those kids boogie-boarding was political. They were native to that surf. They were outside of the script of how we saw South Africa — black people not allowed to live, love or even swim where they wanted to. It was a most unusual sight."

[greencproductions]

Marthie Gerber

[suetravelblog]

Arniston, Napier, Whales, and Power Outages Western Cape South Africa

Southern Right Whale Fluke – Oceanic Society I’ve been taking a breather from blog posting. The blog is my personal travel journal, and it’s primarily for future reference, since experiences and memories can become hazy over the years. Arniston Beach Path – Shutterstock I’ve visited South Africa many times, and posted about favorite places in the Western Cape. Posting requires time and focus, and…

[xtruss]

Medicaid Insures Millions of Americans. How the Health Program Works, In Charts.

The Program Is A Political Flashpoint Because of Its Vital Role In The Lives of Adults And Children Across The Country

— By Anna Wilde Mathews, Paul Overberg, Elizaveta Galkina | March 24, 2025 | Wall Street Journal (WSJ)

As Congress gears up to pass President Trump’s massive legislative package, one of the biggest fights is over the future of Medicaid. To make their targeted budget numbers, Republicans will likely need to carve hundreds of billions of dollars in spending out of the health program that serves lower-income people. But Medicaid is a political flashpoint because of the core role it plays in the lives of millions of Americans—many of whom vote for Republicans—as well as state budgets and the healthcare economy.

Here’s why the stakes are so high as lawmakers debate its future.

Medicaid is the biggest government health insurance program in the U.S., covering around 72 million people as of October 2024, or about 79 million when the affiliated Children’s Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, is included—more than Medicare.

Share of Population Enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP

Note: As of October 2024, Sources: Census Bureau and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Begun in 1965 as a program for needy Americans, including low-income children with caretakers, as well as elderly, blind and disabled people, Medicaid has grown over the years. It cost $872 billion in 2023, most of it state and federal government spending, or about 18% of what the nation paid for healthcare. Enrollment rose during the pandemic, when periodic eligibility reviews were suspended, but since then, millions have been removed from the rolls as reviews resumed.

Medicaid and CHIP Enrollment

Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Today Medicaid, along with CHIP, for low-income children, covers a far larger array of people. Current enrollees include poor adults without children, people with a broad range of disabilities and patients needing long-term care, either at home or nursing facilities.

Shares of Enrollees and Spending By Eligibility, 2021

Source: KFF

Medicaid covers a range of medical care including hospital stays, medicines, mental-health appointments, outpatient services and nursing homes—as well as certain ancillary services such as transportation to appointments in some states. Depending on the state, anywhere from 18% to 63% of births are covered by Medicaid.

Medicaid/CHIP Spending By Category, 2023

Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Medicaid’s big role has made it politically difficult to attack, with both Republican- and Democratic-leaning states relying heavily on the program. Medicaid is also sensitive because of its unique financing, which is a combination of federal and state money. Some states rely more heavily than others on federal funding and might be at more risk from federal cuts, which could require reductions in benefits or enrollment.

A KFF poll completed in February found that about half of American adults, and 45% of those who voted for President Trump, said they or a family member had gotten help from Medicaid at some point. Only 17% of the respondents—and 35% of Trump voters—wanted to see Medicaid funding cut.

Share of Medicaid Spending Supplied By Federal Government

Note: FY 2023, Source: KFF

[dcchotels]

Experience Luxury and Nature at Hermanus Lodge on the Green

Welcome to Hermanus Lodge on the Green, where luxury meets nature in the heart of Western Cape. This exquisite lodge, nestled at the foot of the Overberg mountain range, boasts six beautifully appointed bedrooms. Overlooking the 25th green of the Hermanus Golf Course, our lodge offers unparalleled access to golfing, hiking, whale watching, and wine tasting. Each room, whether offering views of the golf course or the majestic mountains, promises a tranquil and elegant retreat. Just minutes from Hermanus' beaches, Cliff Path, and vibrant village, Hermanus Lodge on the Green is your perfect base for an unforgettable stay.

More information:- Website:- https://www.dcchotels.co.za Gmail:- dcchermanus@gmail.com Location:-  Hotel, Lodge, Villa in Western Cape Phone number:- +27 74 602 2421

[dangerousthingobservation]

Aviation Photo #4804319: English Electric Lightning T5 - Untitled

Displaying at the 2007 TFDC air show. - Photo taken at Overberg (OVG / FAOB) in South Africa on November 10, 2007.

[herpsandbirds]

Yellow-bellied House Snake (Lamprophis fuscus), family Lamprophiidae, Overberg region, South Africa

photograph by Kurt van Wyk

[trolledu]

The Last Leopard of Hout Bay🦉

The bronze leopard statue on Chapman’s Peak Drive is a well-known landmark, but few know the story behind it. Sculpted by Ivan Mitford-Barberton in 1963, the 295 kg statue was donated to the Hout Bay community as a memorial to the wildlife that once roamed the Cape Peninsula. The project was supported by Pepsi-Cola, which provided the bronze. Over time, exposure to the salty air has caused the statue to turn blue due to oxidation.

According to the Hout Bay Museum, the last recorded sighting of a leopard in Hout Bay was on Little Lion’s Head in 1937. As human settlements expanded, natural habitats shrank, and many species, including leopards, were forced to retreat to less populated areas. Today, leopards are no longer found in Hout Bay, but small populations still exist in the Western Cape's remote mountain ranges.

Despite the loss of their historic range, leopards continue to survive in isolated regions of the Western Cape, particularly in:

- The Cederberg

- The Boland Mountains

- The Overberg, including the Riviersonderend Mountains, Kogelberg Biosphere, and Walker Bay

- The Outeniqua Mountains on the Garden Route

- The Zuurberg Mountains in the Eastern Cape

Leopards in the Western Cape are significantly smaller than their savanna counterparts, and their territories are much larger, often exceeding 100 km² per individual. They are extremely elusive, avoiding human contact and sticking to rugged terrain.

Leopards have been confirmed in the Overberg through camera traps and tracking efforts by conservation groups. However, their presence often goes unnoticed because they move primarily at night.

One of the most well-known incidents involving a leopard in the Overberg happened in Betty’s Bay, where a leopard entered the Stony Point African penguin colony and killed over 30 endangered penguins. This highlighted the fact that leopards still roam the region, even in areas where people do not expect them.

The bronze leopard of Hout Bay stands as a permanent reminder of the wildlife that once roamed freely across the Cape Peninsula. Though real leopards have long disappeared from the area, a few still remain in the Western Cape’s remote mountains.

[thingsdavidlikes]

DSC_9062 by Michaël Overberg

[vitalumusic]

LEWENSPAD VAN MUSIEK - Episode 50

Skakel more in om 11:15 op Radio Overberg 101.8fm waar ek my reeks wat gaan oor die Geboorte van Klassieke musiek afsluit.

Hierdie episode gaan ‘n mooi volledige sirkel vorm, met my 50ste episode, en ‘n jaar al by Radio Overberg. Baie dankie aan almal se ondersteuning tot dusver.

[greencproductions]

Octopussy

A new addition in Studio98 along the main road in Napier, south Africa. Sculptured by Marthie Gerber; a very successful local artist. It’s all in the details. See ‘Octopussy’ and more of her work at Studio98 next to design jewellery of Yvonne de Wit and photo-graphic art of Herman van Bon.

[suetravelblog]

Beau Soleil Piano Quartet Hermanus Civic Auditorium South Africa

[thevoicelessblog]

In the dunes of Rooisand, SA’s last wild horses roam, untamed, elusive, and fiercely protected. They teach us that true respect means keeping our distance. Let wild be wild. 🐎🌾 Photo taken by Leanne Dryburgh #WildHorses #Conservation #Overberg #TheVoiceless #NatureMatters

[greencathedralsa]

Portraiture in the Overberg

[lewisconrada]

Ein unvergesslicher Familienurlaub

Möchten Sie eine tolle Reise mit Ihrer Familie unternehmen? Entdecken Sie De Ossenberg, einen waldreichen Ferienpark im malerischen Overberg. Hier wohnen Sie in einem komfortablen Chalet mitten im Utrechtse Heuvelrug. Genießen Sie Ausflüge, Sport, Schwimmbad und Familienspaß – alles an einem Ort!

[jeleukstevakantie]

Een chalet kopen: investeren in ontspanning

Een chalet kopen op een camping

Ben je op zoek naar een eigen plekje waar je het hele jaar door kunt ontspannen? Overweeg dan om een chalet te kopen op een camping. Dit biedt de perfecte combinatie van comfort en vrijheid, zonder de zorgen van een eigen vakantiehuis. Een chalet op een camping is vaak voorzien van moderne gemakken en staat in een natuurrijke omgeving, waardoor je altijd kunt genieten van rust en ruimte. Het is een slimme investering voor wie regelmatig op vakantie wil zonder steeds een nieuwe accommodatie te hoeven zoeken.

Chalet te koop in Overberg

Voor wie een eigen vakantiewoning wil in een bosrijke omgeving, is er een chalet te koop op De Ossenberg in Overberg. Dit recreatiepark ligt in een prachtige natuurlijke omgeving en biedt volop mogelijkheden voor recreatie. Of je nu op zoek bent naar een vaste vakantiebestemming of een slimme investering, een chalet op dit park is een geweldige keuze. Je kunt hier het hele jaar door genieten van de rust en natuur, terwijl je ook profiteert van de faciliteiten van het park.

Een chalet kopen in Drenthe

In Drenthe kun je kiezen voor een chalet te koop op De Tien Heugten. Dit vakantiepark biedt niet alleen een rustige omgeving, maar ook volop faciliteiten voor ontspanning en vermaak. Van zwemplezier tot sportactiviteiten, het park heeft alles in huis voor een geslaagde vakantie. Daarnaast is het park goed bereikbaar en biedt het verschillende mogelijkheden voor een lang verblijf of verhuur.