Something else from MyGqeberhaFranco Mostert is a South African professional rugby union player for Honda Heat and the Springboks His usual position is lock Born in Welkom, South Africa Schooled at Brits High School Tertiary Education: University of Pretoria First Professional Team – Blue Bulls in 2012 Part of the Springboks winning squad for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Post Views: 0 Gqeberha's Latest News and Events can be accessed on MyGqeberha.com. … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 6 June 2022
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New NMBBC Board Appointments
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has announced the appointment of Dr Robert Cisek as Vice President to replace MC Botha who recently stepped down following the completion of his term on the Board.Dr Robert Cisek Dr Cisek, who is currently Volkswagen South Africa’s Chairman and Managing Director, has been part of the Board since 2021 and in his new capacity, will provide strategic support to the Chamber leadership team so as to strengthen and enhance the organisation’s advocacy and … [Read more...] about New NMBBC Board Appointments
Don’t miss the 5K PUMA NITRO Demo Run #2 this Thursday!
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Durbanites are invited to ‘Wear Test’ PUMA’s newest range of PUMA NITRO running shoes at the 5K PUMA NITRO Demo Run #2 that will hit the streets of Durban this coming Thursday 09 June 2022. Photo: Chris Hitchcock Durbanites are invited to ‘Wear Test’ PUMA’s newest range of PUMA NITRO running shoes at the 5K PUMA NITRO Demo Run #2 that will hit the streets of Durban … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 5K PUMA NITRO Demo Run #2 this Thursday!
When the Threat of Dying of Thirst is a ‘Challenge’
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has intervened to resolve water challenges in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality (NMBMM).Accompanied by Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo, Mchunu held an engagement with Amatola Water Board, business sector, municipal and provincial leadership in Gqeberha on Friday, with the aim of reducing the effect of severe drought, resolve water availability challenges and avert imminent failure of the system in Nelson Mandela Bay. Water levels in the … [Read more...] about When the Threat of Dying of Thirst is a ‘Challenge’
Why Posting Certain Images to Your Social Media is Insensitive
First off let’s define ‘Social Media’ – it is any application or online sharing facility that allows you to post your mundane (and sometimes not mundane) thoughts and images hopefully for the enjoyment of others in your group.The most controversial groups to be part of are presently the many neighbourhood groups set up on WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, etc. In these groups one finds an eclectic mix of people: all race groups, all ages, all cultures, all religions and all sexual permutations. … [Read more...] about Why Posting Certain Images to Your Social Media is Insensitive
Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition breaks new ground for e-bikes
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Participants in the Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition will experience the spectacular views of the Zuurberg mountain range when the three-stage ride takes place from the Zuurberg Mountain Village at Addo, near Gqeberha, from Friday to Sunday. Photo: Full Stop Communications An event such as the Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition is the perfect platform to … [Read more...] about Great Zuurberg Trek E-edition breaks new ground for e-bikes
Over 550 nurses join East Cape Health ranks
An additional 553 nurses reported for duty in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday, as the provincial Department of Health moves to address staff shortages and bolster healthcare frontline workers. The 553 nurses have been contracted until 31 March 2023, with 84 posts expected to also be filled soon, the department said in a statement this week. Ministry spokesperson, Mkhululi Ndamase, said many of the successful nurses were either post community services nurses or former eligible COVID-19 contract … [Read more...] about Over 550 nurses join East Cape Health ranks
Stubbs aims to enjoy Proteas T20 debut in India
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Madibaz cricketer Tristan Stubbs is in the Proteas squad for the five-match T20 series against India, starting on June 9. Photo: Full Stop Communications Madibaz cricketer Tristan Stubbs plans to focus on the enjoyment factor to ease the pressure on himself in South Africa’s Twenty20 series against India in India, starting next week. The 21-year-old B.Com student … [Read more...] about Stubbs aims to enjoy Proteas T20 debut in India
Summerstrand Road Closures – 4 June 2022
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 Summerstrand Road Closures – 4 June 2022
Could we see the first sub 60 minute half marathon in Gqeberha?
With a strong contingent of internationals expected in both the men’s and women’s fields, an exciting finish is anticipated.The Nelson Mandela Bay Half Marathon is back in full force and will take place at Pollok Beach in Summerstrand on June 4. The race, which holds World Athletics Elite Label status, will also serve as the ASA Half Marathon National Championships. (See: Summerstrand Road Closures – 4 June 2022) EPA is gearing up for nearly 1500 athletes, as due to covid limitations, last year … [Read more...] about Could we see the first sub 60 minute half marathon in Gqeberha?
Motherwell Township gets two new schools thanks to anonymous Bitcoin donation
Anonymous Donor Gives 1 BTC to Humanitarian Organization to Build Schools in South Africa May 2022 — The Built With Bitcoin Foundation, a humanitarian organization powered by Bitcoin, announced that it has constructed two new schools in Port Elizabeth, South Africa thanks to a generous donation of 1 BTC. The foundation creates equitable opportunity by providing clean water, access to quality education, sustainable farming, and humanitarian support. This project was funded by a donor with … [Read more...] about Motherwell Township gets two new schools thanks to anonymous Bitcoin donation
Water users in Nelson Mandela Bay urged to reduce water consumption
NMBM dam storage continues to decline. As of Friday 3 June, water extraction was 45 million liters per day, over the target of 230 million liters per day. Three of the four dams currently supplying Nelson Mandela Bay are in the red with supply remaining, ranging from 81 days to 16 days before dam failure.Today’s dam storage is 12.31%. Source: Gqeberha Dam Levels The NMBM JOC Drought Mitigation Committee urges all water users to continuously check on the water meters to observe consumption, where … [Read more...] about Water users in Nelson Mandela Bay urged to reduce water consumption
Smaller parties support for corrupt City Manager collapses coalition talks in NMB
Dear EditorThe support by certain smaller parties of the BLOC (AIM, UDM, AIC, DOP, GOOD) for a corrupt individual for the position of Nelson Mandela Bay City Manager, has dealt a hammer blow to the formation of a new coalition government. Over the last few weeks, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has been involved in negotiations with these parties, as well as the ACDP, Freedom Front Plus, PAC and NA, aimed at forming a new coalition government to remove the inept and corrupt ANC from power in Nelson … [Read more...] about Smaller parties support for corrupt City Manager collapses coalition talks in NMB
Gqeberha in the News – 3 June 2022
Something else from MyGqeberhaThe Senova X25 is a subcompact SUV produced by Beijing Auto (BAIC). It was launched at the 2015 Chengdu motor show. As the entry model in the Senova SUV lineup, the X25 has a wheelbase of 2519mm, and is 4110mm long, 1750mm wide, and 1545mm high. Two engine options will be provided, a petrol 1.3L and 1.5L. Prices are to range between 55,000 and 75,000 Yuan. Between R120 000.00 and R163 000.00 as at today’s Forex rate. Seen at the sod turning for Chinese vehicle … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News – 3 June 2022
Eastern Cape crime spiralling out of control
Dear EditorThe Eastern Cape SAPS is losing control of the spiralling violent crime in the province, with the highest murder rate per capita in the country at 15.7 murders per 100 000 people. The province also has the highest rape rate per capita with 27.6 rapes per 100 000 people. This carnage that is sweeping through our society is fuelling severe anxiety as more and more people are terrified by brutal criminals who don’t fear being caught. Being held hostage to fear is destroying the social … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape crime spiralling out of control
