Rotary Club Welcomes New President and Honours Community Service

What a lovely evening at St Francis Links on 25th June, when the Rotary Club Of St Francis – Rotarians, friends and partners welcomed our Club President for the 2026/2027 year, Past President Ivan Beaumont.

A New Rotary Year

In accepting his chain of office from Club Secretary Lyn Aitken, Ivan thanked the Club for placing their trust in him.

In her absence, he thanked outgoing President Lesley de Jager for the long hours and dedicated service she gave to this club.

Paul Harris Fellow Award

He then presented the prestigious Paul Harris Fellow Award to Optometrist Tony Yoell in recognition of his exemplary service to the needy in our community.

This gentman has offered his time and professional service every Thursday for the last 10 years by attending to those in need of eye treatment in the Sea Vista community.

In addition, he played a leading role in assisting our club to meet its wish to help 19 blind patients receive 19 cataract operations at an eye clinic in Gqeberha over the past two years.

Well Deserved Recognition

Congratulations on this well-deserved award!

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