Middelburg community steps out ‘barefoot for cancer’

More than 180 people joined the Barefoot for Cancer walk at Tarries Park, showing their compassion for those living with and recovering from cancer.

October 11, 2025

Daleen Naude Less than a minute

More than 180 people walked the 4.5km route, 'Barefoot for Cancer'. Photos; Daleen Naude.

Tarrie’s Park turned pink and full of spirit on Saturday as 181 walkers took part in this year’s Barefoot for Cancer event, an initiative started by Naomi Steenkamp, Middelburg’s ambassador for the cause.

Read more in this week’s Middelburg Oberver.

The supporters in action on the route (Photos: Daleen Naude).

More than 180 people walked the 4.5km route, ‘Barefoot for Cancer’. Photos; Daleen Naude.

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October 11, 2025

Daleen Naude Less than a minute

Daleen Naude

Daleen Naudé is the news editor of the Middelburg Observer, Observer Daller and the Observer Express. In 2024, she was named FCJ Journalist of the Year for the second time, and has won numerous other accolades during her illustrious 36-year career. As an industry leader in investigative reporting, Daleen has uncovered various hidden truths in her time at the Observer.