Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula says the new N2 Wild Coast Road will bring massive economic benefits to the people of the Eastern Cape and South Africa as a whole. “The N2 Wild Coast Road is one of the South African government’s mega infrastructure projects, which is having a significant impact on economic growth, job creation and enterprise development which ultimately benefits our communities,” said Minister Mbalula.Marking the end of October Transport Month, Minister Mbalula led an … [Read more...] about Praise for Progress on N2 Wild Coast Road
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Body recovered during search and rescue operation at Driftsands Wastewater Treatment Works
A body of a man was recovered on Tuesday, 1 November 2022, at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Driftsands Wastewater Treatment Works in Forrest Hill.This comes after the City’s Security Officers chased after two men on Monday night (31 October 2022), who illegally entered the Municipal facility. The two were suspected of theft and vandalism. During the chase, one of the men reportedly jumped into a wastewater reactor while the other one managed to escape. The incident was reported to the … [Read more...] about Body recovered during search and rescue operation at Driftsands Wastewater Treatment Works
Take These Six Steps to Prevent Burnout
Gillian McAinsh from the SA Freelancers’ Association reports from the recent SAFREA workshop on how to “unhustle”.If you are exhausted, overwhelmed and burnt out from doing too much for too long, it’s time to step back from your stress and “unhustle”. Executive coach Judy Janse van Rensburg presented an interactive workshop in Gqeberha on Thursday 27 October on how to avoid this ever-increasing condition. The signs of burnout Burnout, she said, was characterised by three main symptoms: Lack of … [Read more...] about Take These Six Steps to Prevent Burnout
Summer in the City Unplugged : 3 December 2022 at Waterfall City
JJohannesburg, 1 November 2022 – What better way to welcome the end of the year and kick off the festive season than at Summer in the City Unplugged? Taking place on 3 December at Waterfall City, Summer in the City Unplugged is all about relaxing, unwinding and spending time with your family and friends. It’s a celebration of gourmet eats and vibey beats. Think picnic blankets, mouthwatering artisanal food, chilled music and unlimited fun!Relax on the lawns to a mix of unplugged music by local … [Read more...] about Summer in the City Unplugged : 3 December 2022 at Waterfall City
Knights And Dolphins Share Spoils As Titans Secure A Narrow Win Against Warriors
POTCHEFSTROOM: The Momentum Multiply Titans secured a narrow two-wicket victory against the Dafabet Warriors on Friday afternoon.After opting to bat first, Warriors stumbled with the bat, posting a total of only 119 runs. Notable contributions were in the 20s from Jordan Hermann (27), Matthew Breetzke (26), and Lesiba Ngoepe (20) to finish the innings on 119/7. Simon Harmer (2/12) was economical in his four overs with the dismissals of Wihan Lubbe for six and Diego Rosier with fourteen … [Read more...] about Knights And Dolphins Share Spoils As Titans Secure A Narrow Win Against Warriors
Proteas Set For Crucial India Clash
PERTH: Anrich Nortje is pleased with the way the Proteas have so far performed at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as he looks forward to a crucial match three against India in Perth on Sunday.South Africa recovered from a disappointing no result in the opening game against Zimbabwe where the Hobart rain denied them what looked to be a certain win to thump Bangladesh by a record 104 runs in match two in Sydney. Those two results have left them in second place on the Group 2 table … [Read more...] about Proteas Set For Crucial India Clash
Gqeberha News: Embarrasing police parade
Something else from MyGqeberhaPlaying in 10 Degrees Celsius in Cape Town South Africa on Wednesday Evening 14 July 2021, the SA ‘A’ side (Springboks) started off on a good foot. Full Report here: https://mygqeberha.com/match-report-sa-a-17-vs-british-and-irish-lions-13/ Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus; SA ‘A’ Captain Lukhanyo Am, Man of the Match Cheslin Kolbe and No. 8 Jasper Wiese field questions at the post match media conference. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Views Since 15 July 2022: … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Embarrasing police parade
Tough GELVANDALE 15km tests local athletes
Twenty-two year old Cwenga Nose, of Ikhamva Club, had an excellent debut 15km run finishing strong in 0.47.32 and beating Andile Motwana of Nedbank running club to the finish line. Andile finished second in a time of 0.48.00. Cwenga’s team-mates followed in third place, Sinawo Poti, in 0.48.38, and fourth place, Luyanda Tschangana in 0.48.45, who also won his age category 35-39. Sibahle Maqwara, of Nedbank running club, finished fifth in 0.50.23.A great turnout of over 400 athletes took on … [Read more...] about Tough GELVANDALE 15km tests local athletes
Transport Month and the value of transport infrastructure
Transport Month is observed annually in South Africa – and rightfully so – as transport is vital to our country’s economic productivity and development. While the improvement of public transport systems may be underway across the country, we must strive for partnership and collaboration toward fast-tracking the implementation thereof.This year’s theme was “Together, we move South Africa Forward”. Indeed, the only way we can address our transport challenges is through collaboration and … [Read more...] about Transport Month and the value of transport infrastructure
Gqeberha News: Gqeberha man perishes in shack fire
Something else from MyGqeberhaThis particular duo of miscreants gained access to this yard and proceeded to steal as many batteries, radios and lone spare wheels as possible. We SURMISE that the cockroach in the red and blue jacket is an apprentice as all through the hour that they were on the premises the apprentice scurried back and forth in between the vehicles but appeared to have a love affair with the red Golf …. What a tosser. He FAILS the robber productivity test. Go On - Share the … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Gqeberha man perishes in shack fire
Minister inspects Eastern Cape road infrastructure projects
Government continues to demonstrate its commitment towards delivering a transport system that is safe, affordable, efficient, reliable and responsive to the needs of the citizenry, says Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula.The Minister said this as he undertook an oversight inspection to some of the critical projects undertaken by the South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) in the Eastern Cape on Thursday. “Significant investments in road infrastructure not only sustain economic … [Read more...] about Minister inspects Eastern Cape road infrastructure projects
KZN Sides Primed For Action In Full Weekend Of Women’s One-Day And T20 Cup Cricket
JOHANNESBURG – The Hollywoodbets Dolphins and the KwaZulu-Natal Inland are ready for the challenge that lies ahead this weekend, when the Cricket South Africa (CSA) Women’s Provincial One-Day and T20 Cup fever rolls into town between 29 – 30 October.In a first division clash, the Dolphins will face off with the DP World Lions at the Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium in Durban, while Division Two’s KZN Inland host Limpopo at the Pietermaritzburg Oval in a double of dose of 50-over and T20 cricket … [Read more...] about KZN Sides Primed For Action In Full Weekend Of Women’s One-Day And T20 Cup Cricket
Finance Minister’s confirmation to increase infrastructure budgets over the MTEF period to support economic growth and development welcomed
Gqeberha, South Africa, 28 October 2022 – The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) announced today that it welcomes the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) intent to increase infrastructure spending to support economic growth and development, in the speech by the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana. Moreover, Coega is reinvigorated that government will scale up efforts to build a viable project pipeline through the projects recommended in the Budget Facility for … [Read more...] about Finance Minister’s confirmation to increase infrastructure budgets over the MTEF period to support economic growth and development welcomed
Ward 43 Ballot Papers Stolen at Gunpoint
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality strongly condemns the gunpoint robbery of Ward Committee Election ballot papers and materials in Ward 43 Councillor’s office on October 27, 2022.According to preliminary reports, armed men forcefully entered the councillor’s office boardroom where election officials were busy finalising an audit of votes following a successful Ward Committee election in the area on Wednesday, October 26, 2022. They took the ballot papers and all the election materials and left. By … [Read more...] about Ward 43 Ballot Papers Stolen at Gunpoint
Kariega crime hotspot and health hazard demolished
A major crime hotspot, health hazard and eyesore in Nelson Mandela Bay is no more after the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality demolished a severely damaged ablution facility in the parking area of Shoprite in Kariega.In December 2021 vagrants illegally occupied the facility and not only vandalised the building, but also went so far as to set it alight. Over the past 10 months several efforts have been made to remove the illegal occupants. Today, 28 October 2022, Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, … [Read more...] about Kariega crime hotspot and health hazard demolished
