The biking community is rallying to support local rider Jono Pienaar, who suffered a life-altering motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 31. Riding home from a charity Poker Run to pick up his daughter, Jono was struck head-on by a car that pulled out in front of him near the Engen Garage on Karel Landman Street.

Initially released from the hospital with only Panado syrup, Jono’s condition worsened overnight. After a house call by a local doctor, it was confirmed he had sustained severe trauma to his groin and pelvic area, leaving him unable to walk.

An update on June 3 from friend Esme Steenkamkp revealed a pelvic dislocation fracture requiring a brace for four to eight weeks. The brace alone costs between R3,000 and R4,000. With Jono bedridden and his wife, Paige, forced to take leave to provide round-the-clock care, the family is struggling to keep food on the table.

“Friends, neighbours and fellow riders are asking anyone who can to contribute whatever they can to help Jono’s family weather this crisis. Any donation—no matter how small—will go directly toward groceries, medical needs and basic living expenses until he can return to work.

“To support Jono and his family, please go to the Back a Buddy page to assist.

 Your generosity will make a real difference as he begins the long road to recovery,” said friend and fundraising organiser, Jackie Vermuelen.