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Generations of Jazz Exhibition
The launch of the "Generations of Jazz Exhibition" at the Red Location Museum, on Friday, 21 June 2013 from 19:00 is already fully booked. But, fear not as this vibrant new exhibition at the Red Location Museum entitled "Generations of Jazz" is a permanent one Friday's opening will feature local jazz artists from the New Brighton community … Read On....
A Guide to the Protection from Harassment Act
How scary (and fortuitous) is this? I was today threatened over the phone by an irate person - see: You catch more bees with honey than vinegar - and not 10 minutes later this guide by Kathleen Rice, Director, Technology, Media and Telecommunications Practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, landed in my inbox - God works in mysterious ways! The … Read On....
CPI slows to 5.6% in May
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) slowed to 5.6% year-on-year in May, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Wednesday. CPI which the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) uses to target inflation had been in the upper range of the 3 to 6 percent range for three consecutive months. "The headline CPI annual inflation rate in May 2013 was 5.6%. … Read On....
National student cycling champs headed for Port Elizabeth
Nine of South Africa's top universities will gather in Port Elizabeth next week when the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University hosts the national student cycling championships. The University Sports South Africa event, presented by Bestmed, starts on June 25 with the mountain bike events and the opening stage of the three-day road tour. The … Read On....
Give thanks to your food
How often do you think about your food while you're eating it? In our modern world, with our tendency to outsource food production, we've lost our connection to almost every aspect of the food chain. My feeling is that this is bound to have consequences down the line... In centuries gone by, we would have had a distinct sense of connection to, … Read On....
Mfanasekhaya Qobose Building (formerly Eric Tindale Building) open for business
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to advise that the Mfanasekhaya Gqobose Building (formerly Eric Tindale Building) in Govan Mbeki Avenue is now open for business with residents. This follows the labour unrest that saw staff from the Budget and Treasury Directorate abandoning their workstations last week. The Municipality wishes to … Read On....
Municipal libraries reopen today
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has pleasure in announcing that the go-slow experienced in municipal libraries since the beginning of June has ended and that all municipal libraries will open their doors to the public today. Note that no fines will be imposed on library members whose books fell due during the period of the go-slow. The … Read On....
You catch more bees with honey than vinegar
We at MyPE have been running the MyPE Business Directory for just on 9 years and I always get asked how effective being listed in the directory is. In a nutshell I can state that most listings in the directory get a fair amount of traffic which must be turning into revenue for them as many people keep their listings up to date and actively engage … Read On....
Port Elizabeth in the News on 19 June 2013
What to do to get an RDP house - Grocott's Mail Online - grocotts.co.za06/18/2013What to do to get an RDP houseGrocott's Mail OnlineThe names are then sent to the Department of Housing in Bisho and from there they sent to the regional office in Port Elizabeth. The screening proces more... Port Elizabeth news provided by Google News. … Read On....
2013 International Mohair Summit dishes up a gem
Today saw the launch of the second International Mohair Summit at the Granary in Port Elizabeth. South Africa is responsible for more than 50% of the world's mohair production. The 2009 summit was an initiative of the Jansenville Mayor, Cllr Sizwe Alfred Mngwevu. First to speak was the mayor of Graaff Reinet, Cllr Khunjuzwa Kekana. One can't … Read On....
Mike Nzotoyi Memorial service
The memorial service for Michael "Mike" Nzotoyi, who died at St George's Hospital on 14 June 2013 after a battle with heart complications, will be held at the Lillian Ngoyi Community Hall, New Brighton tomorrow (19 June), beginning at 9:00 a.m.. Michael Zwelinzima "Mike" Nzotoyi was born on the 8th August 1940 in Port Elizabeth. He completed his … Read On....
EP Kings gear up for Currie Cup in Nelson Mandela Bay
Eastern Province Rugby will be fighting tough battles on two fronts as the bid to retain Super Rugby status looms, at the same time as the ABSA Currie Cup First Division kicks off. Due to the current Super Rugby and Currie Cup schedules overlapping, the EP Kings will also have to contend with not having their Super Rugby players available for … Read On....
Southern Kings Coach Leaves
Southern Kings Backs and Attack Coach, Brad Mooar, has left the Southern Kings and will be returning to New Zealand for personal reasons. "I can confirm that Brad has left the Southern Kings and will be returning home; I wish him well," said Director of Rugby, Alan Solomons. EP Kings President, Cheeky Watson, said Mooar, who played at … Read On....
Local Dance Crew and DJ have Street Rhythm
Two Port Elizabeth talents are finalists in the McDonald's Street Rhythms competition; Dance Crew DejaVu and DJ Muzero, will compete in the final event on 28th June in Johannesburg - where two of the eight semi-finalists will walk away winners (one DJ & one Dance Crew). McDonald's Street Rhythms, a national competition which showcases local … Read On....
Dejavu Dance Crew
The Deja Vu dance crew demonstrate their moves on the Donkin Reserve in Port Elizabeth. http://youtu.be/OUR2j33YLvo Uploaded to Youtube by: poplocknrollvideos Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form … Read On....
Port Elizabeth Heritage sites to be renovated
The National Heritage Council plans to fix neglected sites such as Emlotheni and the grave of Govan Mbeki. http://youtu.be/DHRlb7s5tl4 Uploaded to Youtube by: sabcdigitalnews Posted to MyPE by: Alan Straton Submit your favourite Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch videos for consideration for publication on MyPE by filling in the form … Read On....
Ward 5 Action Report 27 May to 7 June 2013
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Jeremey Davis’ newsletter below. You may contact Ward 9 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. 27/05/2013 - Monday One of the owners at Kondoa flats, 16 Rose Street, Central, came to the office to discuss the arrears on their electricity … Read On....
Congratulations to The Herald
In confirmation of the fact that doing good leads to good I was pleasantly surprised to read the following Fact of the Day in the Daily Maverick this morning: There are lots of animals out there, so it's difficult to confirm this one, but we feel fairly confident in declaring that only one animal has ever been named after a newspaper. Meet the … Read On....
Port Elizabeth in the News on 18 June 2013
Luis Suarez says he'll give his soul to Real Madrid: Full Q&A with the ... - mirror.co.uk06/17/2013Luis Suarez says he'll give his soul to Real Madrid: Full Q&A with the ...Mirror.co.ukLuis Suarez took another step towards leaving Liverpool yesterday by telling Real Madrid: “I will give y more... Port Elizabeth news provided … Read On....
Why do Supermarkets feel the need to lie to us?
Regular MyPE readers will be aware that any significant event in the household of Straton revolves around food. Give us an excuse, any one (like the sun coming up) and we will make a list of what is required in order to feast and toast the event in a proper manner. This past Father's Day revolved around food - Breakfast and Lunch. One of the … Read On....
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