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 Are the ‘Weather Guru’s’ Correct in their Most Recent Assumptions?
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The Renewable Energy Genie HITS South Africa Amidst Media ‘Black-Out’
Writing in his personal capacity JP Landman – an independent political and economic analyst – says that a significant announcement was made on Friday 26 August about electricity, but the news has for all practical purposes been ignored by the media. Given this ‘black-out’ I have decided to write this note to keep you abreast of the developments.Essentially NERSA and Eskom are seeking to add 18 791 MW of renewable energy to the grid bringing the amount of new power to be procured to 30 000 MW – a … [Read more...] about The Renewable Energy Genie HITS South Africa Amidst Media ‘Black-Out’
State of emergency needed to protect SA’s infrastructure against vandalism
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has advocated for a state of emergency declaration to be made to protect South Africa’s infrastructure against large-scale vandalism, which is costing the economy millions of Rands and is putting ongoing investment and jobs at risk. Chamber CEO Denise van Huyssteen revealed this during an Anti-Vandalism dialogue hosted by The Herald at Mendi Arts Centre, in New Brighton, which sought to answer the question of how the Metro can work together to protect its … [Read more...] about State of emergency needed to protect SA’s infrastructure against vandalism
Cockroach and Rodent Chocolate/Peanut Butter/Pasta/Cheese/Popcorn
A recent conversation in our household centered around one of the dwarves finding a tiny ladybird clinging to a salad leaf. The salad leaf came out of our garden.RESULT: Said dwarf now had the perfect excuse to not eat salad. I then asked him if he loved eating chocolate – naturally the answer was in the affirmative. Then I pointed out to him that along with chocolate and other sweet stuff he was probably also ingesting cockroach parts. Cue – open mouthed disbelief. Kudos to the young dwarf … [Read more...] about Cockroach and Rodent Chocolate/Peanut Butter/Pasta/Cheese/Popcorn
Will Shell and the Government take Seismic Blasting Case to the SCA?
Yesterday, in Case No.: 3491/2021, judgement was handed down in the High Court of South Africa’s Eastern Cape Division in Makhanda. The matter was from an appeal against a case earlier this year decreeing that: The third, fourth and fifth respondents be and were interdicted from undertaking seismic survey operations under Exploration Right 12/3/252 pending the finalisation of Part B of the notice of motion. Granting the Costs Order Mbenenge ordered the first and fifth respondents to pay the … [Read more...] about Will Shell and the Government take Seismic Blasting Case to the SCA?
Mikhail Gorbachev Eulogy
Dear EditorAs we received the news of the passing away of the legendarily irrepressible Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev, the last Union of Soviet Socialist Republics [USSR] figurehead and the widely recorded originator of my favourite concepts that are Glasnost (openness & accountability in governmental matters) and Perestroika (restructuring of the political & economic system), I am reminded of Hillary Rodham-Clinton who opined quite simply that; “A politician thinks about the next … [Read more...] about Mikhail Gorbachev Eulogy
South Africa’s new vehicle sales continue to surprise in a tough economic environment
“The appetite for new vehicles in South Africa continues to surprise motor industry pundits and forecasters, as buyers show remarkable resilience in the face of tough economic pressures,” said Mark Dommisse, Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA), when commenting on the strong sales reported for August.The latest data distributed by naamsa I The Automotive Business Council today, shows that sales last month of 47 420 units were 14.2% higher than in August 2021. … [Read more...] about South Africa’s new vehicle sales continue to surprise in a tough economic environment
Let Me Tell You JUST How Clever the Tesla Powerwall Really Is!
When one installs a Solar System you have to have that installation certified by an Electrician with a Wireman’s License – no matter whether it is a Grid Tie only, Hybrid or even Off-Grid system.When you install a Grid Tie or Hybrid system there are certain forms that you must fill in for your municipality. In turn the municipality will come and install a Smart (or 4 Quadrant) meter which places you on a Time of Use (ToU) Scale AND you will be charged a monthly ‘admin’ fee. Under ToU you will be … [Read more...] about Let Me Tell You JUST How Clever the Tesla Powerwall Really Is!
Video: Gqeberha’s Kolisi urges fans not to give up on Boks in Sydney
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi urged South Africa’s rugby faithful not to give up on the team after two disappointing defeats in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship and vowed that the Boks would give everything this week to bounce back and remain in the title race.Kolisi said the Boks have been working hard at training and that two of the key focus areas this week would be to convert their point-scoring chances into points and to break out of the blocks quickly after slow starts in their last two … [Read more...] about Video: Gqeberha’s Kolisi urges fans not to give up on Boks in Sydney
Gqeberha News: Transformation in the automotive industry
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: Transformation in the automotive industry
“The recent inflation and…
“The recent inflation and interest rate surge doesn’t appear as severe for retailers and retail property as the 2008/9 Global Financial Crisis one. But the build-up in the preceding years suggests that the retail property class entered current inflation/interest rate surge on a weaker footing,” says John Loos, Property Sector Strategist at FNB Commercial Property Finance.Recent developments in the area of inflation and interest rates have in many ways resembled the environment leading us into … [Read more...] about “The recent inflation and…
Madibaz must be clinical in execution in Grand Challenge final
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Madibaz rugby captain Leon van der Merwe (with cap) celebrates a try during an FNB Varsity Cup match earlier this year. On Saturday, Van der Merwe will lead the students in the Eastern Province Grand Challenge final against Progress at a neutral venue still to be announced. Photo: Varsity Sport Madibaz captain Leon van der Merwe said they would have to capitalise … [Read more...] about Madibaz must be clinical in execution in Grand Challenge final
Congratulations Neeraj Kessery
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has welcomed Neeraj Kessery to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust.Kessery, who took up this position on 1 August 2022, takes over from Sipha Ndawonde, who has been at the helm of the Trust since it was established in 2016. Ndawonde will remain a Trustee with the organisation. Though it carries the name Volkswagen, the Trust is managed independently by a Board of Trustees, and the aim of the Trust is to … [Read more...] about Congratulations Neeraj Kessery
Tips to help you make smart decisions around your money
As South Africa kicks-off Money Smart Week, it is important to reflect on how we, as consumers, manage our money. It is well known that South Africa consumers are stretched by the country’s rising cost of living. Therefore, a healthy relationship with money becomes even more important for anyone who wants to take full control of their money journey and life goals.Christian Hugo, Solution Strategist for FNB Integrated Advice shares a few steps that one can take to make sure that they are making … [Read more...] about Tips to help you make smart decisions around your money
Gqeberha News: South Africa Thump Angola
Strict workplace transformation rules coming for South Africa – what you need to know BusinessTech The acting deputy director-general was speaking at the Eastcape Training Centre in Gqeberha on Tuesday (30 August) during the joint Department of … South Africa: Newly amended Employment Equity Act to come into effect in 2023 – 7thSpace 7thSpace The Acting Deputy Director-General made these comments at the Eastcape Training Centre (ETC) in Gqeberha. This as the department and … [Read more...] about Gqeberha News: South Africa Thump Angola
