ISUZU Motors South Africa in partnership with Gift of the Givers officially handed over an industrial borehole and water harvesting tanks to the St. Albans Primary School. Situated next to an informal settlement, with little or no access to clean drinking water, the borehole will not only benefit the young learners at the school but also the community of St. Albans.ISUZU Motors South Africa, Executive of Corporate & Public Affairs, Mandlakazi Sigcawu says, “South Africa is a water-scarce … [Read more...] about St Albans Primary School Gets Water
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Public urged to use water sparingly
Cabinet has urged the public to continue adhering to water restrictions and play their part by using the scarce resource sparingly.This week, government announced emergency measures to address water shortages in Gauteng’s metros, district and local municipalities amid water cuts in the province in recent weeks. Water restrictions have been implemented in certain parts of Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni. Addressing media during a post-Cabinet briefing on Thursday, Minister in the Presidency, … [Read more...] about Public urged to use water sparingly
Gelvandale Hub: Steeped In History And Scripting New Chapters
Gelvandale Cricket Club is steeped in history and has been at the heart of the game’s development in the Eastern Cape region for more than four decades.The Gqeberha-based association, now home to the Gelvandale Hub, has been in existence since 1977 and is regarded as one of the leading clubs when it comes to providing opportunities to players from previously disadvantaged communities. Situated north of the city, distinguished names such as Russell Domingo, Ashwell Prince, Wayne Parnell, Robin … [Read more...] about Gelvandale Hub: Steeped In History And Scripting New Chapters
RIP Tsepo Ndwalaza
Dear EditorThe DA in the Eastern Cape is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Nelson Mandela Bay Councillor, Tsepo Ndwalaza. He was elected to Council in 2019 and served as a PR councillor in ward 4. Tsepo was previously employed by the National Prosecuting Authority where he excelled as provincial spokesperson. He will be remembered for his hard work, commitment and dedication to the people of Nelson Mandela Bay, but also for his friendly and giving nature. He was particularly passionate … [Read more...] about RIP Tsepo Ndwalaza
CPI drops to 7.5%
The annual consumer price inflation (CPI) marginally dipped to 7.5% in September 2022.This was a 0.1% decrease from the 7.6% recorded in August 2022, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Wednesday. Statistician General Risenga Maluleke said the main contributors to the 7.5% annual inflation rate were food and non-alcoholic beverages; housing and utilities; transport; and miscellaneous goods and services. “Food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 11.9% year-on-year, and contributed 2.0 … [Read more...] about CPI drops to 7.5%
15 Local Schools Get Water Tanks from Business
VWSA has installed water tanks at 15 schools in partnership with NMB Business Chamber, Old Mutual and the Rotary Club of Algoa Bay.The company has also completed plumbing repairs at 19 Nelson Mandela Bay schools. Joining hands amid an ongoing water crisis in Nelson Mandela Bay, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has partnered with various organisations to assist 15 schools in the metro. VWSA recently installed 30 water tanks at 15 schools in Kariega and Despatch, in partnership with Old … [Read more...] about 15 Local Schools Get Water Tanks from Business
St Georges Park Will be the Place to be in the Month of Love
The Women’s ICC T20 World Cup Trophy was unveiled this morning in the President’s Room at St Georges Park, Gqeberha.ICC Womens T20 World Cup Trophy Reigning Women’s World Champions, Australia, will call Gqeberha home for the duration of the tournament which is predicted to add around R4.1 Billion to the SA Economy. There will be 5 matches at the historic St Georges Park grounds with the BIG one between South Africa and Australia on 18 February 2023. This eighth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 … [Read more...] about St Georges Park Will be the Place to be in the Month of Love
Dam Levels – I was WRONG
From December 2016 I have been tracking and recording the Dam Level reported figures for Nelson Mandela Bay’s dams – first on MyPE and now on MyGqeberha.On 19 October the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality updated their official dam levels page on their official web site to reflect two new sets of figures: ‘Dead Storage’ and ‘Available Water’ along with the traditional ‘Current Levels’ figures as well. Dead Storage is water that cannot be used or extracted for a number of reasons – chiefly of which … [Read more...] about Dam Levels – I was WRONG
The role of technology in overcoming food insecurity
Ukanyo Farmer Development (UFD), a non-profit organisation helping to commercialise small-scale rural farmers, has partnered with The Awareness Company to introduce AgriTech into its programme. UFD currently supports over 2000 farmers in 5 districts in the Eastern Cape.UFD mentors needed a user-friendly method to track their fieldwork and capture their activities undertaken to support the farmers in improving their yields on their commercialisation journeys. “Our relationship with The Awareness … [Read more...] about The role of technology in overcoming food insecurity
Maybe the #MadibazAwards Should Be Renamed “Spar Netball Sports Awards”
At the Madibza Sports Awards ceremony last night, held in the Mandela University Sport Complex, the Spar Netball Team dominated the awards returning again and again to the stage to receive accolades for their on and off field achievements.The two top awards went to: Sportswoman of the Year: Jeanie Steyn (netball). Steyn is a Fine Arts Master’s student. Syen also won the Student Sport Personality of the Year award. Sportsman of the Year: Tristan Stubbs (cricket). Stubbs is a B.Com student … [Read more...] about Maybe the #MadibazAwards Should Be Renamed “Spar Netball Sports Awards”
Business Chambers win NERSA legal challenge
Today the High Court delivered their judgement in favour of the Nelson Mandela Bay BusinessChamber and the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber, who jointly filed papers earlier this year to legally challenge the National Energy Regulator’s municipal tariff methodology.The two Business Chambers participated in consultations for more than a year on this issue and took action when Nersa confirmed that it would not review their methodologies without a legal challenge. “We are very … [Read more...] about Business Chambers win NERSA legal challenge
More Than An SEZ Operator: R4 Billion in projects
Gqeberha, South Africa, 17 October 2022 – The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) is pleased to announce progress of the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ) project. TASEZ is known as Africa’s first Automotive City and a preferred investment destination for the automotive industry on the African continent. Its proximity to an established automotive industry in Tshwane allows for increased economies of scale and scope, thereby lowering the cost of doing business. The SEZ offers … [Read more...] about More Than An SEZ Operator: R4 Billion in projects
Fancy a Spot of Golf With the Mayor?
The 16th edition of the Annual Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Charity Golf Day will take place on Friday 21 October 2022. The NMB Municipality and Executive Mayor are proud to be associated with this golf event which makes an immense contribution to the lives of the Nelson Mandela Bay citizens.The Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Charity Golf Day has grown to be one of the Bay’s premium business and social networking functions. It continues to attract big corporates, top business people, public service … [Read more...] about Fancy a Spot of Golf With the Mayor?
Mountain bikers gear up for the Savanna Origin of Trails, SA’s ‘MTB Party of the Year’
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Mountain bikers are in for a treat at SA’s ‘MTB Party of the Year’, the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience that will start and finish at Coetzenburg Stellenbosch University on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November 2022. Photo: Tobias Ginsberg SA’s ‘MTB Party of the Year’, the Savanna Origin of Trails MTB Experience, will start and finish at Coetzenburg … [Read more...] about Mountain bikers gear up for the Savanna Origin of Trails, SA’s ‘MTB Party of the Year’
Appointment of an ANCYL member as NYDA provincial manager raises eyebrows
Dear EditorThe DA Youth believes the appointment of Mr. Lufefe Mkutu, a SASCO and ANCYL Eastern Cape Provincial Task Team Member, as a NYDA Provincial Manager in the Eastern Cape is cause for concern. The appointment of yet another ANCYL cadre is a slap in the face of millions of young South Africans who look to the NYDA for support while incompetent cadres occupy offices. We, therefore, call for transparency on this appointment. The DA Youth reiterates that for young people to benefit from this … [Read more...] about Appointment of an ANCYL member as NYDA provincial manager raises eyebrows
