TSHWANE – Cricket South Africa (CSA) has congratulated Varsity Cricket Champions, University of Stellenbosch (Maties), after claiming the title for the first time ever.Maties claimed a maiden varsity cricket title with a five-wicket victory over the North West University Eagles on Wednesday. The Stellenbosch-based side had also thumped the Varsity Cricket tournament hosts and defending champions, University of Pretoria (Tuks), with an eight-wicket victory in the semi-final. The Maties team … [Read more...] about CSA Congratulates Varsity Cup Champions
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Boomtown wins Ocean Basket business
Boomtown has been awarded the Ocean Basket account and tasked with assisting rebirth the brand locally and abroad.The decision to partner with the agency was made by Ocean Basket CEO Grace Harding and her team after a pitch requiring both strategic and creative presentations. Founded by Fats and George Lazarides (they opened their first store in 1995 in Pretoria), Ocean Basket is a highly-successful global business with over 215 restaurants in 19 countries including Kazakhstan, Cyprus, … [Read more...] about Boomtown wins Ocean Basket business
The gift of mobility awaits another 200 people
Several volunteers discovered the challenges faced by people in wheelchairs when they undertook various tasks as part of the annual SPAR Eastern Cape Wheelchair Wednesday campaign in Gqeberha this week. Run by the Association for Persons with Physical Disabilities NMB, the initiative promotes awareness of the importance of shops and businesses to be user-friendly to those with special needs. Photo: Leon HugoA further 200 people who cannot afford assistive devices will receive the gift of … [Read more...] about The gift of mobility awaits another 200 people
Choosing the right golf shoe matters
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Golfers often forget that one of the most important parts of their golf wear and equipment is their shoes. A big part of enjoying a round of golf is being comfortable on the course. Golfers who spend a lot of time crisscrossing the fairways can cover more than 10km in a round. A poorly fitting or uncomfortable shoe can make it not only painful to walk the course … [Read more...] about Choosing the right golf shoe matters
Transnet Strike – List of Ports and Divisions Affected (so far)
As per a Transnet statement issued earlier, UNTU staff officially went on strike from midnight 6 October.Transnet will be meeting SATAWU on Friday, 7 October to discuss a new wage offer. If the offer is rejected, SATAWU members will embark on a strike Monday, 10 October 2022. It is believed that unions are requesting TNPA marine staff to report to work and not join the strike action. Transnet have urged employees to act responsibly and give parties an opportunity to pursue a settlement and said … [Read more...] about Transnet Strike – List of Ports and Divisions Affected (so far)
Gqeberha News: We are a shredded nation
Something else from MyGqeberhaThis seems to be a common problem with a certain plugin…. For me the following error occurred whilst setting up a WordPress Plugin called BusinessDirectory – after installing and setting up the pages I got the following error when trying to Add a Business Directory Link: “It appears your submission was successful. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: We are a shredded nation
Roch-Lè Goes It Alone
Algoa FM Drive Show co-host Roch-Lè Bloem is going solo to host the week-day morning show from nine till 12.She has been hosting The Drive with Roland Gaspar for the past four years. “I’m looking forward to being a part of the conversation each morning. There will obviously be lots of music, fun and the ‘Roch Spice’ but I’d like to bring more than just chit chat to the show,” she says. Roch-Lè Bloem “After the pandemic and with all the challenges we have faced, I feel like it’s time to change … [Read more...] about Roch-Lè Goes It Alone
Maiden Rossouw Century Powers Proteas To Consolation Win
INDORE: Rilee Rossouw’s maiden T20 International (T20I) century ensured that the Proteas ended their three-match series against India on a high thanks to a 49-run win at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on Tuesday.The left-hander blasted an unbeaten 100 off 48 balls (7 fours, 8 sixes) to help South Africa amass 227 for three after they were asked to bat first. There were also more runs for Quinton de Kock, whose 68 off 43 balls (6 fours, 4 sixes) saw him join the 2000 T20I run … [Read more...] about Maiden Rossouw Century Powers Proteas To Consolation Win
Goodall Excited About Special T20 World Cup On Home Soil
CAPE TOWN – Momentum Proteas top-order batter, Lara Goodall is looking forward to the once-in- a-lifetime opportunity of representing her country in the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup that will be hosted in South Africa between 10 – 26 February next year.Goodall is especially excited about the possibility of featuring in the opening match against Sri Lanka on Friday, 10 February taking place at the Six Gun Grill Newlands Cricket Ground, a place the left- hander calls home. “I don’t think it has … [Read more...] about Goodall Excited About Special T20 World Cup On Home Soil
66% Of Transnet’s Monthly Operating Costs go to…..
Salaries and Wages. There is no blanket standard for the ratio of salaries to Operating Costs but to the layman 66% does seem quite high in comparison to reported averages in the retail industry which vary from 18 to 22% or the health care industry at 50 to 55%.Although the 66% number does seem high in comparison to other input costs from machinery to tugs to helicopters to gantries and the like. At a recent meeting Transnet tabled an improved wage offer to the leadership of its recognised … [Read more...] about 66% Of Transnet’s Monthly Operating Costs go to…..
Gqeberha News: Mukondeleli positive Thato will destroy Ruiz on Sunday
Something else from MyGqeberhaThe pre-paid electricity meter demonstrated here is the Itron ACE 9000 Split Unit. Inputting electricity is easy enough: Purchase your token using your Power Measurement card OR number, confirm with the outlet the card registered name is the same as your landlord, return home. Then hit enter on the keypad, enter your 20 digit token number and hit enter again. The Customer Interface Unit (CIU) will confirm your purchase. OR Purchase online. If you have problems … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Mukondeleli positive Thato will destroy Ruiz on Sunday
As we Approach 130 Days of Loadshedding the Demand for Replacement Batteries Spikes
Today we answer the age old question of; “How long should my load shedding backup battery last?” whilst resisting the temptation to answer with; “How long is a piece of string!”.“With the increased tempo of loadshedding in South Africa we are getting many enquiries about the longevity of different batteries that clients have installed for backup,” says Straton Solar. South Africa is approaching 130 days of continuous loadshedding and for many people that means 260 incidents of loadshedding in … [Read more...] about As we Approach 130 Days of Loadshedding the Demand for Replacement Batteries Spikes
Gqeberha News: Gqeberha to host blockbuster SA vs Australia T20 World Cup fixture
Nelson Mandela Bay ex-DA councillors had a ‘corrupt relationship’ with ANC Daily Maverick … spread of Covid, they found — according to the charge sheet — confirmation for stories that had kept the Gqeberha rumour mill going for years. Women’s T20 World Cup: ICC releases full schedule – East Coast Daily English East Coast Daily English 14 February – Australia v Bangladesh – Gqeberha. 15 February – West Indies v India – Cape Town. 15 February – Pakistan v Ireland – Cape Town. Vicki Terblanche … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Gqeberha to host blockbuster SA vs Australia T20 World Cup fixture
Springbok Women’s RWC Media Conference Live from New Zealand
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 Springbok Women’s RWC Media Conference Live from New Zealand
Extremely dangerous E.coli levels found in Makana rivers
Dear EditorThe people of the Makana municipality are facing a dire health crisis due to the municipality’s inability to deal with raw sewage flowing into local rivers and streams. Tests have revealed highly dangerous E.coli counts in certain areas of local rivers, and I will now write to the Green Scorpions to request immediate intervention. The DA recently conducted oversight inspections at seven sites along the Kowie, Blaauwkrantz and Mtayane rivers to ascertain contamination levels. We then … [Read more...] about Extremely dangerous E.coli levels found in Makana rivers
