Conservation groups want new “sweet spot” no-fishing zones around African Penguin breeding colonies, arguing current zones are inadequate to prevent the species’ extinction. All parties have now filed their legal papers for next month’s crucial high court hearing which may determine the fate of the critically endangered African Penguin. Former environment minister Barbara Creecy’s decision on closed fishing areas around penguin breeding islands is being challenged and defended. Constitutional … [Read more...] about Major Showdown in Court Over African Penguin’s Future
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Netball Tournament Brings Locals and Immigrants Together in Gqeberha
On Saturday, netball teams from South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Malawi participated in a tournament in Gqeberha to promote social cohesion through sport. Netball players from communities across Nelson Mandela Bay battled it out on the courts at the Old Grey Sports Club in Gqeberha on Saturday in a friendly tournament. The event aimed to build social cohesion among players from different nationalities and racial groups. The tournament’s manager Shelton Chiyangwa said, “There’s a lot of racial, tribal … [Read more...] about Netball Tournament Brings Locals and Immigrants Together in Gqeberha
Murder of Gay South African Imam Muhsin Hendricks Reignites Queer Muslim Debate
Dubbed the “world’s first openly gay Imam”, South African religious leader Muhsin Hendricks was gunned down on 15 February 2025 in an attack that many believe was targeted. Tributes have poured in across the world, but so have online comments that his death was justified.His passing intensifies a global debate about whether queer Muslims belong in the faith. Amanullah De Sondy was a friend of his and is a scholar of Muslim sexuality and masculinity, including the contributions of Hendricks. He … [Read more...] about Murder of Gay South African Imam Muhsin Hendricks Reignites Queer Muslim Debate
Elsen Academy Golf Day 2025
Elsen Academy is an independent, registered school focused exclusively on children who struggle to respond to traditional learning. Our children require intense classroom support and individual coaching from a range of in-house educational specialists. We are a small school with a maximum of 14 children per class. Our objective is to accommodate unique learning styles of each child in order for them to reach the necessary requirements of the mainstream CAPS curriculum. We invite you to … [Read more...] about Elsen Academy Golf Day 2025
Imam Muhsin Hendricks, Who Fought for Queer Rights, Assassinated
Imam Muhsin Hendricks ran the Inner Circle, an organisation focused on helping queer Muslims embrace their faith and sexuality. He also was the imam at the People’s Mosque in Wynberg. How was Hendricks murdered? Muhsin Hendricks, an imam who was outspoken in his support of queer people in the South Africa’s Muslim community, was murdered on Saturday in Gqeberha. It is reported that he was the world’s first openly gay imam. According to a statement by police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse Van … [Read more...] about Imam Muhsin Hendricks, Who Fought for Queer Rights, Assassinated
Warriors and Boland Complete Weekend of 1 Day Cup Upsets
DURBAN: An unbeaten century by Jordan Hermann helped the Dafabet Warriors make a strong start to their 1 Day Cup campaign with… DURBAN: An unbeaten century by Jordan Hermann helped the Dafabet Warriors make a strong start to their 1 Day Cup campaign with a commanding 126-run victory over the Hollywoodbets Dolphins in Durban on Sunday. There was also a significant five-wicket win for Goldrush Boland over Momentum Multiply Titans in Paarl – a match in which Imran Manack and … [Read more...] about Warriors and Boland Complete Weekend of 1 Day Cup Upsets
Journalists in the News This Week – Record Number Killed in Line of Duty
Journalism can be tough – especially when uncovering the truth or covering any form of conflict. Many journalists have stories of how they were threatened by disgruntled subjects, shot at or beaten up. So, naturally most news stories about journalists are unfortunately of the, “If it bleeds. it leads type!”eNCA covered a piece about three journalists detained in Turkey over an article about an Istanbul prosecutor Link: … [Read more...] about Journalists in the News This Week – Record Number Killed in Line of Duty
PR Articles That Caught Our Eyes This Week – Is There No Such Thing as Bad Publicity?
Atterbury's Premium Mixed-Use Development Drives Cape Town's Commercial Growth Atterbury continues to strengthen Cape Town's commercial landscape with its flagship Richmond Park development, setting new standards for mixed-use properties… Read More on MyPR.co.za … [Read more...] about PR Articles That Caught Our Eyes This Week – Is There No Such Thing as Bad Publicity?
Protesters Angry That Gqeberha Company Is Using Workers From Durban
About 60 members of the Ibhayi Workers Forum protested outside Dormac in the Markman Industrial area, Gqeberha, on Thursday. About 60 members of the Ibhayi Workers Forum protested outside marine and offshore engineering firm Dormac in the Markman Industrial area, Gqeberha, on Thursday. “All these people are unemployed and had high hopes of getting hired when the company opened last year,” said Mzimkulu Piliso, a forum leader. “Some even went through the process of interviewing and were promised … [Read more...] about Protesters Angry That Gqeberha Company Is Using Workers From Durban
Join 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day in Crafting Happiness at Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha, South Africa – With just a few days remaining, South Africans are called to pick up their knitting needles and crochet hooks for a heartwarming cause! As 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day celebrates 11 extraordinary years of spreading joy, a dazzling blanket installation is set to brighten Nelson Mandela University on 20 March. The installation will mark the United Nations International Day of Happiness with a magnificent showcase of unity, compassion, and creativity. KnitWits … [Read more...] about Join 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day in Crafting Happiness at Nelson Mandela University
Protest Erupts After Neighbourhood Without Power for Weeks
A protest erupted in ward 46 in KwaNobuhle township, Kariega, on Tuesday morning, because over 300 households have not had electricity for three weeks. People blew whistles, sang songs and burnt tyres on Nomakhwezana, Madonci and Zola Nqini streets, blocking them with rubble. A resident, who only identified herself as Nomaxabiso, told GroundUp that a power outage affecting the entire ward since 28 January was only fixed by the municipality on the weekend. But a transformer that had blown before … [Read more...] about Protest Erupts After Neighbourhood Without Power for Weeks
TNPA signs milestone agreements
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has achieved a key milestone in the development of the South Dunes Precinct at the Port of Richards Bay by signing two major Terminal Operator Agreements (TOA). The first agreement for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has been signed with Zululand Energy Terminal, while the other agreement is signed with FFS Tank Terminals. The agreements represent a leap forward in advancing South Africa’s energy and maritime sectors, underscoring TNPA’s strategic … [Read more...] about TNPA signs milestone agreements
Join The Bluewater Bay Cleanup
The Algoa Bay Branch of WESSA and Zwartkops Conservancy are joining forces for a beach clean-up at Bluewater Bay swimming beach on Saturday 15 February 2025 from 09:30 to 10:30. To get there, driving from the city side along the N2, take the Bluewater Bay off-ramp and then turn right at the stop street where it meets with Weinronk Way. Drive straight to the end of Weinronk Way and then into the swimming beach parking area. We will supply bags, but please remember to bring hats, sunscreen, water … [Read more...] about Join The Bluewater Bay Cleanup
South Africa’s Urgent Need for Mentors and Role Models in STEM Career Landscape
Forestry sector marks International Day of Women and Girls in Science JOHANNESBURG – February 7th , 2025 – Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, making up just 23% of the workforce in South Africa*. In the forestry sector, where science and innovation play a key role in sustainability, Forestry South Africa (FSA) is calling for greater support to bridge this gender gap and unlock new opportunities for women … [Read more...] about South Africa’s Urgent Need for Mentors and Role Models in STEM Career Landscape
Will the Sunrisers Go From ‘Zero’ to ‘Hero’?
Sunrisers Eastern Cape captain Aiden Markram says his team will start at “zero” when they face Paarl Royals in the all-important Betway SA20 Qualifier 2 at Centurion this evening. The double defending champions kept their hat-trick championship title bid alive when they defeated Joburg Super Kings by 32 runs in the Eliminator at the same venue last night. The Royals, meanwhile, have had to travel up to the Highveld after losing to the MI Cape Town at St George’s Park in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday. … [Read more...] about Will the Sunrisers Go From ‘Zero’ to ‘Hero’?
