The young and old gathered at the Trinder Square on Sunday, 25th September to celebrateHeritage month and to promote social cohesion through live music performances, food stalls,face painting etc.After many complaints about the vandalism and criminal activities taking place in Trinder; theMandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA) steered such an event because it is a key driverin activating safety in public spaces and joining hands to achieve an inclusive community. The Square came alive with … [Read more...] about Central Alive in Trinder Square
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AIM Secures Deputy Mayor Position in NMB
The Abantu Integrity Movement (AIM) congratulates it’s ViC (Volunteer in Chief), Mkhuseli Jack, for being elected to the position of Deputy Mayor for the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality after the grueling Vote of No Confidence in former Executive Mayor, Eugene Johnson, in the early hours of Thursday morning’s council meeting – 22 September 2022.AIM is a fledgling movement in Nelson Mandela Bay that contested the 2021 local elections and secured one seat which propelled Jack onto … [Read more...] about AIM Secures Deputy Mayor Position in NMB
Gqeberha News: Historic hidden gem in heart of Nelson Mandela Bay
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: Historic hidden gem in heart of Nelson Mandela Bay
WP, Dolphins And Free State Make Winning Starts To Women’s Provincial One-Day Cup
JOHANNESBURG – A brilliant hundred from Momentum Proteas batter, Andrie Steyn was the standout performance as the Six Gun Grill Western Province sealed an emphatic 194-run win over the Fidelity Titans to begin their CSA Women’s Provincial One-Day Cup campaign in Tshwane on Saturday.The other Division One match of the weekend saw the Hollywoodbets Dolphins clinch a surprising 13-run victory over home side and defending champions North West Dragons at the Witrand Oval in Potchefstroom. In the … [Read more...] about WP, Dolphins And Free State Make Winning Starts To Women’s Provincial One-Day Cup
WP Double Up While Dragons And Boland Bounce Back In Women’s T20 Cup
JOHANNESBURG – North West Dragons and Boland recovered from opening day defeats to earn their first victory of the season in the CSA Women’s Provincial T20 Cup, while the Six Gun Grill Western Province followed up their 50-over triumph with a second win over the Fidelity Titans in Tshwane on Sunday.Former Olympic silver medallist and Momentum Protea, Sunette Louw (Viljoen) scored a 59-ball 65 (7 fours) as the Titans went down to Western Province by eight wickets. Meanwhile, Izel Cilliers stood … [Read more...] about WP Double Up While Dragons And Boland Bounce Back In Women’s T20 Cup
Gqeberha News: Digital news is changing the game
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: Digital news is changing the game
Civil Society Coalition calls on new mayor to live up to promises
The Nelson Mandela Bay Coalition has “cautiously welcomed” the development that recently took place in the metro city that resulted in a newly-constituted political leadership under new executive mayor Retief Odendaal.“And we further welcome and are encouraged by the promise made by executive mayor Odendaal that he would seek to bring unity among political parties in order to focus on the needs of the voters of the metro,” said Civil Society Coalition chair Mongameli Peter after a meeting of the … [Read more...] about Civil Society Coalition calls on new mayor to live up to promises
What are interest rates and how do they affect you?
Interest rates have gone up several times in the last few months in South Africa, and it looks like they will keep rising for the foreseeable future. So, this begs the question: what are interest rates, why are they rising, and how do they affect you?What are interest rates? There are two concepts that one needs to consider. First is the Repo Rate, which is the rate at which banks can borrow money from the South African Reserve Bank. The current Repo Rate is 6.25%. The second consideration is … [Read more...] about What are interest rates and how do they affect you?
Retailer PNA and NGO Breadline Africa build 5 new ECD’s across South Africa
Johannesburg, 26 September 2022: Southern Africa-based retailer PNA has announced the successful culmination of a fundraising campaign launched on Mandela Day 2022. The Rock Your Funky Socks Day initiative saw just over 75 000 stickers sold, with PNA topping up the final amount to R1,2 million. These profits are earmarked for the financing and construction of 4 new Early Childhood Development schools in underfunded communities.The campaign is the result of a partnership between PNA and Breadline … [Read more...] about Retailer PNA and NGO Breadline Africa build 5 new ECD’s across South Africa
Partnerships key to protecting rhino population
South Africa has demonstrated its commitment to protect the black and white rhino populations through partnerships that have resulted in species conservation over the years.“At present, the private sector is conserving about 60% of South Africa’s national herd. Therefore, government takes building partnerships and relationships of utmost importance in the conservation of this iconic species,” said Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy. The Minister on Thursday as … [Read more...] about Partnerships key to protecting rhino population
Stellar Field assembled for Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Heritage Day, Saturday 24 September, will see the streets of Jozi painted red when close to 12 000 runners take on the final event in the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K. Photo: Stillwater Sports / Backtrack Heritage Day, Saturday 24 September, will see the streets of Jozi painted red when close to 12 000 runners take on the final … [Read more...] about Stellar Field assembled for Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K
Gqeberha News: Chaos erupts at NMB council meeting
eNCA GQEBERHA – The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro has a new mayor. The DA’s Retief Ondendaal beat out the ANC’s Wandisile Jikeka by 60 to 59 votes. Nelson Mandela Bay mayor removed via motion of no confidence – The Citizen The Citizen Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Eugene Johnson has been removed through a motion of no confidence during a council meeting in Gqeberha on Wednesday. Afriforum lays criminal complaint against Pierre de Vos over alleged child porn tweet Jacaranda FM The criminal complaint … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: Chaos erupts at NMB council meeting
Eastern Cape’s first Checkers FX supermarket creates 138 new jobs in Gqeberha
From left to right: Ayanda Steto, Buyer; Bianca Van Vollenhoven, Regional Manager; Pieter Engelbrecht, Shoprite Holdings CEO; Warren Kuppadu, Store Manager; Mark Copeland, Divisional Manager; and Otto Goedde, Deputy Divisional Manager.Eastern Cape’s first Checkers FX supermarket creates 138 new jobs in Gqeberha The newly revamped Boardwalk Mall is home to the Eastern Cape’s first world-class Checkers FreshX supermarket, which has created new jobs for 138 employees. The store has a total of 202 … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape’s first Checkers FX supermarket creates 138 new jobs in Gqeberha
Madibaz down but not out of Varsity Netball tournament
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. NWU-Pukke’s Sunel Smit, left, and SPAR Madibaz’s Kelly du Toit battle for possession during their Varsity Netball encounter in Pretoria on Monday. Photo: Christiaan Kotze The SPAR Madibaz team will work on all aspects of their game as they continue their mission of making an impact on the Varsity Netball tournament this weekend. After a tough run in Pretoria, the … [Read more...] about Madibaz down but not out of Varsity Netball tournament
Mounting pressure on homeowners as interest rates continue to climb
South Africans are facing unprecedented financial pressure with inflation at a 13-year high of 7.8% as of July. Food, fuel and transport have all reached record levels in recent months. Some basic food items have seen increases of more than 100%.With little control over contributing factors like the ongoing electricity crisis and the war in Ukraine, the South African Reserve Bank has once again turned to the interest rate in an effort to curb runaway inflation. The 75-basis-point interest rate … [Read more...] about Mounting pressure on homeowners as interest rates continue to climb
