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Construction on the R75 between Kariega and Jansenville

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The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to inform road users that construction work has commenced on National Route R75 Section 2, which is located between Kariega (formerly Uitenhage) and Jansenville. This work is located between the Daniel Cheetah project and the Mayogi farm stalls extending for 33km towards Kleinpoort.Construction works include the repairs to road surface failures, repairs to the road edges and road shoulders, and will be completed with a resealed … [Read more...] about Construction on the R75 between Kariega and Jansenville

A Century of Service to Eastern Province Cricket

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Preparing the St George’s Park Cricket Stadium grounds and pitches for a total of 14 Test Match,31 ODIs, four T20 international pitches and a staggering number of domestic matches not out – that is the score after 25 years for Head Curator, Adrian Carter, and ground staff member Monde Ludwabe.The two joined the team at the St George’s Park Cricket Stadium in August 1997. “This is a feat not many in the modern era of pitch preparation have achieved,” says Eastern Province Cricket (EPC) Chief … [Read more...] about A Century of Service to Eastern Province Cricket

Gamtoos farmers buckle under sixth year of stringent water quotas

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Successive years of drought and stringent water restrictions have forced several farmers who rely on the Kouga Dam in the Gamtoos River Valley (pictured) to relocate or close shop. Photo: JOHN WAITSUCCESSIVE years of stringent water restrictions on farmers’ drawings from the Kouga Dam are taking their toll in the citrus-rich Gamtoos River Valley, with several commercial farmers having relocated or closing shop over the past 12 months. Last month, the Department of Water and Sanitation announced … [Read more...] about Gamtoos farmers buckle under sixth year of stringent water quotas

“The Hellhole that is Markman”

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This is how Carte Blanche presenter, Derek Watts describes the industrial ‘suburb’ of Markman in Gqeberha. Markman is home to a vast Manganese Depot – the final ‘resting place’ of Manganese Ore before it makes its way to the Port of Port Elizabeth on trucks that leave the depot every minute, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365.25 days a year.It must be said that the Port Manganese Ore DUMP is in far better condition than Markman but still unsightly and still a source of major pollution. A city … [Read more...] about “The Hellhole that is Markman”

Tebogo Siko: Changing Cricket Through A Bottom-Up-Top-Down Approach

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Cricket South Africa’s (CSA) Non-Independent Director Tebogo Siko is a man who loves administering the game. The Northerns Cricket Union (NCU) president, who was born and bred in Soshanguve, has been part of the sport’s boardrooms since the age of 24. A former player too, his involvement with cricket began at the Soshanguve Cricket Club (SCC), who he has had a relationship with practically his entire life, both on the field and off it.His route to the game began early in his primary school days … [Read more...] about Tebogo Siko: Changing Cricket Through A Bottom-Up-Top-Down Approach

With the Odds Against the Springboks, Will the ‘Bomb Squad’ be Effective This Staurday?

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With a dismal win percentage in Australia (0% win rate for the current team and management over the last 4 years) the Springboks appear to be looking to deploy the ‘bomb squad’ to come off the bench to finish matches off – a tactic that worked well at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.In the video below Vincent Koch and Elton Jantjies chat to the media today ahead of the Springboks v Wallabies Rugby Game on 27 August at 7:30 am (SA Time) and 3 September. They will face Argentina in Buenos Aires … [Read more...] about With the Odds Against the Springboks, Will the ‘Bomb Squad’ be Effective This Staurday?

News From St Francis Today – 24 August 2022

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24th August St Francis Today, 24th August 2022. A brief synopsis of local and global news, including events and happenings in the greater St Francis area in the Eastern Cape stfrancistoday.com/ Estate Agents & Letting Agents require a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) Wild and woolly conditions for Day 1 of the 2022 SA Longboard Championships  Golden Oldie Santa Shoebox Project – Please help Rotary St Francis  Photo Of The Day – Elephant on the move Puzzle Page – massive jigsaw is … [Read more...] about News From St Francis Today – 24 August 2022

Women empowerment takes centre stage

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The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) plays a significant role in contributing to South Africa’s transformation through the development of infrastructure, job creation and socio-economic development, said Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Executive Mayor Eugene Johnson.Johnson spoke at a dialogue convened by SANRAL to address pertinent issues relating to women empowerment and creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs at the Nangoza Jebe Hall in New Brighton, Gqeberha last week … [Read more...] about Women empowerment takes centre stage

ABC Not Operating on Wednesday – E-Hailing Services Could Smile

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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 ABC Not Operating on Wednesday – E-Hailing Services Could Smile

NMBM Mayor Looking Forward To The Water Resilience Workshop Discussions

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The Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Cllr Eugene Johnson, is looking forward to the Water Resilience Workshop to be held on 23 August 2022.The Executive Mayor is looking forward to the participation of various stakeholders in the Water Resilience Workshop the Municipality is hosting in Nelson Mandela Bay tomorrow, in partnership with the Minister of Water and Sanitation. The Mayor stated: “This is in line with my concerted efforts to bring together various key stakeholders in … [Read more...] about NMBM Mayor Looking Forward To The Water Resilience Workshop Discussions

Gqeberha in the News – 23 August 2022: CSA hoping for big crowds at Women’s T20 World Cup

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CSA hoping for big crowds at Women’s T20 World Cup – IOL IOL St George’s Park in Gqeberha, Boland Park in Paarl and Newlands in Cape Town will host next year’s Women’s T20 World Cup. Host cities for ICC U-19 Women’s T20 WC 2023 in South Africa revealed Business Standard Newlands in Cape Town last hosted the semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2007, while St George’s Park in Gqeberha and Boland Park in Paarl … Host cities for ICC senior, Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cups 2023 in … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 23 August 2022: CSA hoping for big crowds at Women’s T20 World Cup

Pedal Project learners set for Fedhealth MTB Challenge debut in September!

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Something else from MyGqeberhaJean de Villiers (born 24 February 1981) is a South African former professional rugby union player. He started his career at wing, but played most of his career as an inside centre. De Villiers previously played for Western Province in the Currie Cup, the Stormers in Super Rugby, Leicester Tigers in Premiership Rugby and internationally for South Africa, for whom he was named captain in June 2012. He made his first senior-level appearance for South Africa in … [Read more...] about Pedal Project learners set for Fedhealth MTB Challenge debut in September!

Virtual challenge gets real as women head for NMB Stadium

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Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge ambassador and entertainer Gino Fabbri shows off the magazine which will form part of the race pack for the 4.5km run at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on September 3. Online entries close on August 29. Photo: SPAR Eastern Cape The SPAR Women’s Virtual Challenge will feature an added dimension after organisers added a … [Read more...] about Virtual challenge gets real as women head for NMB Stadium

Don’t be bullied by NMB over rates disputes

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Dear EditorRatepayers in Nelson Mandela Bay who have received incorrect valuations or have been incorrectly recategorised should not be bullied into paying exorbitant taxes by the municipality. In a letter addressed to NMB Chief Financial Officer, Mr Selwyn Thys, the DA requested that ratepayers who received a rates-increase of more than 30% and have objected or appealed the outcome of the General Valuation process, be allowed to defer the payment of the increased portion until the … [Read more...] about Don’t be bullied by NMB over rates disputes