The Fish River Sun golf course will host the Child Welfare SA charity golf day on Saturday, 28 May. "Both avid golfers or casual players should take the opportunity to compete on one of the best courses in the province and contribute to children in need in the Eastern Cape," says Fish River Sun operations manager, Wessel Benson. The tournament is a four-ball better ball, with two scores to count. Entry is just R800 per four-ball including green fees, snacks, prize-giving and … [Read more...] about Child Welfare to Benefit From Game Played by People Who Can’t Sail
Ectour Members Sweep Adventure Province Tourism Awards
Ectour members dominated the annual Adventure Province Tourism and Conservation Awards held on March 24, 2011 at the ICC in East London. The awards recognize outstanding tourism products and establishments who have made an exceptional contribution to Eastern Cape tourism and conservation by furthering the industry's diversity and excellence. "We are extremely proud of our members and their fantastic contributions to tourism in the Eastern Cape," says Ectour Chairperson, Anleen Louw. Ectour is … [Read more...] about Ectour Members Sweep Adventure Province Tourism Awards
Ironman Target – R1.2 million
The KFC Ironman 4 the Kidz Charity Trust has set an ambitious target of raising R1.2 million for charity this year. The Trust was formalized last year, but the event was started six years ago by Garth Wright and Gary Stephenson. It raised R11 000 in its first year. In 2010, it hit a record of R1 million for charity. "I'm positive that this target of R1.2 million can be reached through a combination of hard work from dedicated individuals and athletes, the unwavering support of sponsors the … [Read more...] about Ironman Target – R1.2 million
The Merging of Fashion and Hip Hop
Local hip hop artists and fashion designers will be collaborating in a unique combination event to be held on Saturday, April 02 at the Opera House Barn. Organized by the Elements of Hip Hop company, the show is titled "We Got Next" and will feature some of the Bay's top hip hop acts including Merda Mo, IP, Kubla 5 Senses, Sickone, Kelly B, Optophones, Gezlah Gazette and Abantu. The artists will be wearing outfits designed by local brand house, "Aluta Continua." According to Gezlah Gazette, … [Read more...] about The Merging of Fashion and Hip Hop
Ghetto Deep Dig Deep and Help
Hip Hop crew, Ghetto Deep are part of a fund-raising talent show taking place on Saturday, March 26, 2011. The fund raiser is being organised by the "Hear Now" Trust and the family of a young Port Elizabeth woman, Shanice Smith, who suffers from 95% hearing loss and needs to raise R250 000 for a cochlea implant. Popular group, Ghetto Deep will be headlining the event together with a wide range of other acts including dancers, singers and comedians. According to co-founder of the group, … [Read more...] about Ghetto Deep Dig Deep and Help
Nkqubela FM and Algoa FM Hold Hands
In a ground breaking partnership, Algoa FM has joined forces with Nkqubela FM (KQFM) to offer internships in the various departments at the station to help boost broadcasting skills in the province. "We decided to offer internship programmes to help overcome the skills challenge in the radio industry predominantly amongst the previously disadvantaged people," says Algoa FM managing director, Dave Tiltmann. "We have committed our workplace as an active learning environment and are offering … [Read more...] about Nkqubela FM and Algoa FM Hold Hands
Basics Need to be in Place
There will be no meaningful economic growth in the Nelson Mandela Metro until we address four basic needs - power, water, education, and leadership. Without power, industry cannot function, and investors will not come. And, we must accept that Eskom will not be able to provide the power we need. FNB chief economist Cees Bruggemans warns that "electricity supply is not soon expected to regain a safe 15% operational buffer, not during this decade while Eskom is engaging with catching up … [Read more...] about Basics Need to be in Place
Meetings Africa Conference Identifies Tourism Opportunities
The annual Meetings Africa conference took place from February 21-23 at the Sandton Convention Centre. Ectour's Tsitsikamma Nodal chairperson, Dewald Niemann represented the organisation at the event. Ectour is the private sector group marketing organisation for the Eastern Cape and represents more than 170 private products, putting it in a unique position to provide a truly comprehensive menu to provincial tourism. "We used the conference as an opportunity to showcase our members and to show … [Read more...] about Meetings Africa Conference Identifies Tourism Opportunities
Live Organic Free Range Music
Local band, 2Ché launched their first album, 'Play it like it is' to a sold out audience in November last year. They will be performing songs from the album live at Warmer Gardens this Sunday, March 06 from 13h00. Focussing on their distinctive style of "organic, free-range" music, 2Ché is one of the most unique duos in South Africa. Using just electric bass, voice and rhythm guitar – the band creates an unbelievably full sound, turning every song into a musical experience for the … [Read more...] about Live Organic Free Range Music
Kings Music of Choice
Algoa FM, the "proudly Eastern Cape" radio station, announced on Tuesday, February 22, that it is the official radio sponsor for the EP Kings rugby team. "We're incredibly excited to announce that Algoa FM is officially sponsoring the EP Kings," says Algoa FM managing director, Dave Tiltmann. "We're backing our boys all the way to the Currie Cup and beyond - let’s bring the trophies to the Eastern Cape!" One of the slogans adopted by the EP Kings is "Bringing the boys back home and keeping … [Read more...] about Kings Music of Choice
i-Patrol Volunteers Spend 1 500 Hours Combating Crime
i-Patrol Corsa bakkies have travelled over 30 thousand kilometres, and volunteers have spent over 1 500 hours behind the wheel to help keep Nelson Mandela Bay's neighbourhoods safer. In 2009, General Motors seconded eight Corsa bakkies to community-run Neighbourhood Watches. In December last year, the programme continued with these vehicles being made available to Neighbourhood Watches in Bethelsdorp, Farm Comm (Kabega Park), Fernglen, Richmond Hill, Swartkops and Walmer Sector 2, as well … [Read more...] about i-Patrol Volunteers Spend 1 500 Hours Combating Crime
One Buck a Song
An entrepreneurial young artist from the Bay has come up with an innovative plan to raise awareness of his music as well as raise funds to further his music career. Gezlah Gazette is selling his music for just R1 on the streets! He is attending as many social events as possible to meet and greet his fans in person. He then sends any of his recorded songs to the fan's cell phone via Bluetooth for just R1 per song. Gazette is currently fund raising for a trip to Johannesburg where he will … [Read more...] about One Buck a Song
Concert in the Park – Quick – Blankets and Picnic Stuff, Go, Go, Go
Its time to shake out your blankets and dust off the picnic baskets as Nelson Mandela Bay's favourite outdoor classical concert is back for another magnificent show. The Algoa FM Concert in the Park, presented by the East Cape Philharmonic orchestra, takes place on Saturday, 19 February at 5pm and on Sunday, 20 February at 10am at Victoria Park, Walmer. In addition to enjoying the musical talent of the province's top classical musicians in the East Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by … [Read more...] about Concert in the Park – Quick – Blankets and Picnic Stuff, Go, Go, Go
Algoa FM Incubating Listeners
In a major boost to the country-wide "Incubator Campaign," Algoa FM has pledged all proceeds from its annual charity golf day to go towards the purchase of a much-needed incubator for Dora Nginza Hospital’s newborns. Dora Nginza post-natal ward in Port Elizabeth will be guaranteed to have at least one brand new incubator by April this year. The golf day will be held on March 01. "If the golf day doesn’t cover the full purchase amount, we will pay in the difference as part of our commitment … [Read more...] about Algoa FM Incubating Listeners
Super Eastern Cape Tourism Season
A definite trend towards domestic tourism led to a surprisingly prosperous holiday season for a large number of Eastern Cape tourism products. Members of Ectour, the private sector group marketing organisation for the Eastern Cape, were very positive about the increase in tourist numbers over the December 2010 – January 2011 period. "Despite the unusually rainy weather in some parts of the province, and the drought in others, some Ectour members experienced a very positive increase in … [Read more...] about Super Eastern Cape Tourism Season
