A wave of colour, creativity, and community spirit has rolled into Fountains Mall as 20 uniquely designed trolleys, built by the learners of Global Leadership Academy (GLA), are on public display.
Principal Stefan Kleyn said that the GLA Trolley Race, a celebrated fixture on the Kouga calendar, is far more than just a race.
He said that it is a vibrant showcase of innovation, leadership, marketing, and technical skills, providing learners with the unique opportunity to transform a basic idea into a fully functional, visually striking racing machine that proudly endorses a local Kouga business.
“At Global Leadership Academy, we are always asking ourselves, how we can use every opportunity to make disciples and shape leaders. The GLA Trolley Race is one of those key initiatives where education, leadership, creativity, and community involvement come together in a powerful way,” said Kleyn.
Beyond the fun and excitement of race day, the project teaches essential real-world skills.
Kleyn said that learners think like marketers, engineers, designers, and entrepreneurs — understanding brand identity, teamwork, creative problem-solving, and practical execution.
He said that it is an outstanding learning platform that equips future leaders to think differently, work collaboratively, and innovate boldly.
Each trolley is proudly sponsored by a local business and partnered with a GLA register class.
This year’s entries are:
• Cape Cross (8A)
• Prophunt Properties (8F)
• Moments of Grace (8E)
• Die Vismandjie (8N)
• Fountains Mall (9A)
• Jeffreys Bay Superspar (9F)
• Herotel (9E)
• Ultimate Paints (9N)
• Lombardini Rhino Sanctuary (10A)
• Eduvos (10F)
• Ubuntu Bricks (10E)
• McDonald’s (10N)
• Woodlands Dairy (11A)
• Gabriel Jewellers (11F)
• Abiezer Construction (11E)
• Ozzie’s Home Depot (11N)
• Top Trusses (12A)
• The Cabinet Company (12F)
• Moore WK Incorporated (12E)
• Pick n Pay Jeffreys Bay (12N)
Public participation is key
The public is encouraged to visit Fountains Mall to view the trolleys and witness the incredible creativity on display.
By simply voting for your favourite trolley, you could stand a chance to win a R1 000 Fountains Mall Gift Voucher.
Voting is available at the mall, and the lucky draw will happen on race day, May 10.
Voters must be present at the race to qualify for the prize.
The parade and viewing will start at 10:00 at Fountains Mall, while the lucky draw will take place at 12:00.
Kleyn said that the GLA Trolley Race is more than a fundraiser — it is an experience that merges education, leadership development, local business support, and great family entertainment.
He said that over the years, it has evolved into a unique, proudly local event that showcases the best of what the Kouga community can achieve together.
