GQEBERHA – Some of the country’s best and young cricketers convene for an intense week-long national training camp in Gqeberha between 13 – 19 October as the Momentum Proteas kickstart their preparations for next year’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup held in South Africa in February 2023.The camp will be attended by an extended squad, including nationally contracted and high-performance players, as well as the rising stars from the SA U19 Women’s programme. The 21-player group will be put through … [Read more...] about Momentum Proteas Gather For National Training Camp In Gqeberha
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Another Transnet wage offer
State rail and ports company Transnet says it has tabled a new three year wage offer to labour unions following two days of wage negotiations at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).This as strike action continued at the state owned company this week following an impasse in wage negotiations. “The negotiations have been a delicate balancing act for the company – mindful not only of the affordability and sustainability of the wage increases for the business, but also … [Read more...] about Another Transnet wage offer
2022/23 CSA T20 Challenge Squads Announced
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced the squads for this year’s Division One T20 Challenge.The 2022/23 CSA T20 Challenge will see all 31 Matches played at the JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom, with all matches being broadcast live on SuperSport. More South Africans will get a chance to follow the cherished sport as selected matches will be available on Dstv Compact and Compact Plus packages. The Division One teams will be looking for maximum points and top honours to add to the … [Read more...] about 2022/23 CSA T20 Challenge Squads Announced
SA’s Leading SEZ
Coega has reaffirmed its position as a leading Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Africa and a preferred domestic and foreign direct investment destination. Despite a challenging economic environment, the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) continues to welcome new investors to its SEZ.As operator and developer of the Coega SEZ, the CDC’s overarching objective is to boost economic growth and job creation through investment, in pursuit of socio-economic development. In the past financial year, the … [Read more...] about SA’s Leading SEZ
NMBM successfully opens three groundwater sites to alleviate pressure from depleting dams
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has successfully opened the R50.9 Million Moregrove Wellfields boreholes projects which seeks to alleviate pressure and augment water supply from its severely stressed dams, as the City continues to battle a severe drought. The project which started last year is now complete and is producing more than four Megalitres a day to consumers including households and businesses that are supplied by the Fort Nottingham, Glendinning and Fairview … [Read more...] about NMBM successfully opens three groundwater sites to alleviate pressure from depleting dams
Gqeberha News: Transnet worker shot en route to work
Something else from MyGqeberhaAt his 100 Days report back Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay, Athol Trollip, answers questions (in isiXhosa) about The Red Location Museum and additional overseas funds being made available for the cities IPTS system. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Views Since 15 July 2022: 0 Gqeberha's Latest News and Events can be accessed on MyGqeberha.com. … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Transnet worker shot en route to work
Klaaste Joins The International Panel Of ICC Development Umpires
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) congratulated female umpire, Kerrin Klaaste, on her appointment to the International Panel of International Cricket Council (ICC) Development Umpires.Klaaste is the second female South African on the panel. With her appointment, she joins 59 umpires from across the globe, including fellow country-woman, Lauren Agenbag. Klaaste’s love for the game started as a young player in the Northern Cape which saw her passion flowing through the other avenues of the … [Read more...] about Klaaste Joins The International Panel Of ICC Development Umpires
COVID-19 Field Hospital Re(up?)Cycled
Kariega – As part of its Field Hospital Legacy project, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has supported the critical offerings of several local clinics, hospitals and other institutions, by donating containers and other equipment from the decommissioned Rev. Dr Elizabeth Mamisa Chabula-Nxiweni Field Hospital.The Field Hospital, which opened in June 2020 to support healthcare efforts with 1 485 beds during the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, was decommissioned when the facility was no … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Field Hospital Re(up?)Cycled
SAIMI supports Nelson Mandela Bay sea cadets
The TS Lanherne Sea Cadets recently hosted their annual prizegiving in Humewood, Gqebera, and the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI) was there to support the young cadets of Nelson Mandela Bay.The TS Lanherne Sea Cadets, currently the only active training unit of the South African Sea Cadets in the Eastern Cape, instils values of honour and discipline, as well as provide extramural activities during weekends and school holidays to expose learners to basic maritime skills … [Read more...] about SAIMI supports Nelson Mandela Bay sea cadets
Hawks must investigate R15.5 million Burgersdorp stadium fiasco
Dear EditorThe DA has called on the Hawks to request that an investigation be launched into the wastage of more than R15 million on a decrepit sports facility in the Walter Sisulu Municipality. The financially ruined municipality has already spent R15.5 million in grant funding on the refurbishment of and upgrades to the Danie Craven stadium and sports facilities in Burgersdorp. The eight-month project started in 2017 and was funded to the tune of R12 million through the Municipal Infrastructure … [Read more...] about Hawks must investigate R15.5 million Burgersdorp stadium fiasco
Kenneth Washington’s newly released “Legendary Boxing Trainer George…
MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB) October 11, 2022 “Legendary Boxing Trainer George Washington”: an enjoyable biography that takes readers on a deeply personal journey. “Legendary Boxing Trainer George Washington” is the creation of published author Kenneth Washington, a dedicated husband and father with a passion for God’s teachings. Washington shares, “As people of color, we arrived on a nightmare and never stop praying for the dream. George did not fret because of any evildoers neither envious against … [Read more...] about Kenneth Washington’s newly released “Legendary Boxing Trainer George…
Creating tomorrows leaders
Gqeberha, 11 October 2022 – This week, ISUZU Motors South Africa hosted a Careers Day for Grade 11 and 12 learners at its Gqeberha Assembly Plant in Port Elizabeth.A total of 64 learners, from various schools and socio-economic backgrounds, were exposed to the vast number of career opportunities available at a global vehicle manufacturer, and provided with a valuable platform to engage with employees who operate in different fields within the organisation. ISUZU is cognisant that in 2021 … [Read more...] about Creating tomorrows leaders
Reducing the Fire Departments Reliance on Groundwater
Against the backdrop of the ongoing drought related water crisis, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has welcomed efforts by key stakeholders to boost the City’s interventions to mitigate Day Zero.Thanks to continued collaborations and partnerships, this week NMBM received eighteen 5000 litre water tanks from Santam which will be placed and connected at the City’s nine fire stations. In addition to the water tanks, a donation of 180 twenty-five litre foam concentrate was delivered; and … [Read more...] about Reducing the Fire Departments Reliance on Groundwater
Concerns remain about quality of raw water sources
Tests done by WaterCAN and activist citizen scientists’ reveal that regular water testing is imperative.Tap water may be safe to drink in some urban areas, but raw water sources such as streams, rivers and dams have high levels of E. Coli and coliform bacteria. This is the finding from a recent water testing week by Water Community Action Network (WaterCAN), an initiative of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA). WaterCAN conducted a water testing week (#WhatAmIDrinking) from 14-18 September … [Read more...] about Concerns remain about quality of raw water sources
Are you a Closet Soutpiel?
In the old days we used to call people with one foot in a new life and one foot in an old life a ‘soutpiel’ (a rather rude way of saying to an English person that they had one foot in England, one foot in South Africa and an appendage that dangled in the ocean in between). My rejoinder to that was always; “Well, at least my appendage reaches the ocean!”Let’s consider this statement for a while; “The greatest lesson I have learned this year is that you cannot have one foot in your old life and … [Read more...] about Are you a Closet Soutpiel?
