- LaserTube Brings Fibre Laser Tube Cutting Machines to South African Fabricators, From Compact Shop Units to Bundle Loading Production CellsTable of Contents GERMISTON, South Africa – A handrail bracket, a gate frame or a shop fitting rack usually starts as a length of tube that gets sawn, marked, drilled and notched by hand, one station at a time. LaserTube, a machine supplier in Wadeville, Germiston, supplies fibre laser tube cutting machines to fabricators who… Read more: LaserTube Brings Fibre Laser Tube Cutting Machines to South African Fabricators, From Compact Shop Units to Bundle Loading Production Cells
- SubAlu Sublimates Photographs Onto Aluminium Panels in Randburg, From A4 Gifts and Square Prints to A1 Statement Pieces and PanoramasTable of Contents RANDBURG, South Africa – A photograph printed on paper and framed behind glass picks up every window reflection in a bright South African room. SubAlu, a print studio in Randburg, Johannesburg, dye sublimates images into coated aluminium instead. Its metal print range is aimed at photographers, artists, interior designers and businesses. Sizes… Read more: SubAlu Sublimates Photographs Onto Aluminium Panels in Randburg, From A4 Gifts and Square Prints to A1 Statement Pieces and Panoramas
- SA Heros Comics in Observatory Adds Grading Guidance and Archival Storage to Its Range of Local Superhero Comics and CollectablesTable of Contents CAPE TOWN, South Africa – South African superhero comics have a growing shelf of their own, and the collectors buying them want the same care for a local first issue as for any imported title. SA Heros Comics, a comic shop in Observatory, Cape Town, now sells its local superhero comics and… Read more: SA Heros Comics in Observatory Adds Grading Guidance and Archival Storage to Its Range of Local Superhero Comics and Collectables
- OpenCredit in Rosebank Explains in Plain Language What a Credit Score Shows, What a Full Credit Report Shows and Where Debt Review Fits InTable of Contents JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Many South Africans look at their credit record for the first time on the day a loan, a lease or a phone contract is declined. OpenCredit, a credit education service in Rosebank, Johannesburg, has published a set of credit check guides that explain what the records show and… Read more: OpenCredit in Rosebank Explains in Plain Language What a Credit Score Shows, What a Full Credit Report Shows and Where Debt Review Fits In
- StickerPaper in Durbanville Sorts Its Printable Sticker Sheets by Printer Type First, Then Finish, for Crafters and Small StudiosTable of Contents DURBANVILLE, South Africa – The most common sticker paper mistake happens before anything is printed: an inkjet sheet goes into a laser printer, or the other way round, and the result is smudged colour or a sheet that curls and lifts. StickerPaper, a supplier in Durbanville, Cape Town, has laid out its… Read more: StickerPaper in Durbanville Sorts Its Printable Sticker Sheets by Printer Type First, Then Finish, for Crafters and Small Studios
- GQEBERHA – The SAPS in Gqeberha continues to intensify efforts to combat the illegal trade of marine resources and remove dangerous weapons from communities through targeted crime prevention operations. A joint operation by the Gqeberha K9 Unit and Gqeberha Flying Squad resulted in the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of a large quantity […]
- GQEBERHA – The South African Police Service welcomes the conviction and sentencing of 30-year-old Olwethu Kommani, who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Motherwell Regional Court on Monday, 2 November 2026 for the brutal rape, kidnapping, robbery and assault of a young woman in Motherwell. The incident occurred during the early hours of 20 […]
- If you look at the voting percentage trendlines for the major South African Parties that have been taking part in elections since the year 2000 a number of interesting observations can be seen. We looked the the IEC dashboard charting political parties fortunes and failures since 2000 – and only those that have been around […]
- A comprehensive roundup of top news stories, regulatory shifts, technical standards, safety alerts, and business trends reported across the electrical contracting sector during October 2026. Brought top you by Straton Electrical, Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa. 1. NECA 2026 Convention Highlights Smart Grid Integration and Workforce Expansion Overview: The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) […]
- A roundup of top news, capacity milestones, policy shifts, and corporate developments across the solar energy sector reported during October 2026. Brought to you by Straton Solar. 1. Germany Reports 40% Surge in October Solar Generation Overview: Data released by the Internationales Wirtschaftsforum Regenerative Energien (IWR) showed that solar power generation in Germany jumped […]
- Join us for breakfast that will feature keynote speakers and opportunities to engage with peers and industry experts. Topics: Dispute Resolution – Freek van Rooyen The National Consumer Commission – Sihle Ngubane Why raw materials cannot be reclaimed when supplied to OEM – Sihle Ngubane Temporary imports pending re-exports within 6 months extensions and failure […]
- Valentine’s Day buffet dinner at Kiplings Take the stress out of planning a Valentine’s Day celebration by booking a sumptuous buffet dinner in Kiplings, at Boardwalk Hotel & Casino. Your welcome drink at 18h00 will be followed by Amuse Bouche and a delicious choice of three starters. For mains select from rich and crispy roasted […]
- Event: Sunrisers Eastern Cape Date: Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 18, 2026 Venue: St George’s Park | • Gqeberha Price: From R100 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/sunrisers-eastern-cape/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and we will List, Optimise AND Feature your event for a once-off embarrassingly low price. MyZA Free Event Adverts is […]
- Event: 7th Annual Tshisamdantso Date: Dec 15 – 16, 2025 Venue: Eskwerini NU2 | • Gqeberha Price: From R70 Tickets HERE: https://www.ticketpro.co.za/events/7th-annual-tshisamdantso/redirect MyZA Events offers FREE ADVERTS for your events. PRESSED FOR TIME? Drop your event poster HERE and we will List, Optimise AND Feature your event for a once-off embarrassingly low price. MyZA Free Event Adverts is your go-to platform […]
- The DHL Stormers will face French side Stade Rochelais in a Round Two Investec Champions Cup fixture at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in December. Tickets are on sale now: Stormers VS Stade Rochelais Investec Champions Cup Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium 13 December 2025 – Saturday 15:00pm
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Alan Straton
Chief Cook, Bottle Washer and Broom Mechanic at MyPE
Passionate about Port Elizabeth and definitely NOT packing for Perth.
Alan's ethos is epitomised in the words of Nelson Mandela; "I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the idea of a democratic and free society. If need be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die."
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- LaserTube Brings Fibre Laser Tube Cutting Machines to South African Fabricators, From Compact Shop Units to Bundle Loading Production Cells - 3 November 2026
- SubAlu Sublimates Photographs Onto Aluminium Panels in Randburg, From A4 Gifts and Square Prints to A1 Statement Pieces and Panoramas - 3 November 2026
- SA Heros Comics in Observatory Adds Grading Guidance and Archival Storage to Its Range of Local Superhero Comics and Collectables - 3 November 2026
- OpenCredit in Rosebank Explains in Plain Language What a Credit Score Shows, What a Full Credit Report Shows and Where Debt Review Fits In - 3 November 2026
- StickerPaper in Durbanville Sorts Its Printable Sticker Sheets by Printer Type First, Then Finish, for Crafters and Small Studios - 3 November 2026
