A desperate desire for sporting action has seen the annual SPAR Madibaz Netball Tournament attract a bumper entry of 84 teams in Gqeberha this weekend. The matches will be played at Nelson Mandela University South Campus on Saturday and Sunday as the competition takes place for the first time since 2020. Madibaz Sport netball manager Melinda Goosen felt a hunger to return to the courts after two years of disruptions played a significant role in the popularity of the tournament. “After a record … [Read more...] about Bumper entry for popular Madibaz netball tournament
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Covid-19 relief grants now at every Shoprite, Checkers and Usave till
Covid-19 relief grants now at every Shoprite, Checkers and Usave till The over 10 million unemployed South Africans benefitting from the R350 Covid-19 relief grant will now have greater accessibility as the Shoprite Group has stepped in to make grant payments available at its 1 286 supermarkets across South Africa. Following the extension of the grant for another 12 months, customers can now access it at the till point in any Shoprite, Checkers, Usave and selected OK Foods supermarkets … [Read more...] about Covid-19 relief grants now at every Shoprite, Checkers and Usave till
Demystifying Tax
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has launched a volume of tax terminology translated into 10 official languages in a move the revenue service hopes will improve the understanding of tax issues and compliance in the country.The SARS Multilingual Terminology list translates terminology in all of South Africa’s spoken languages, excluding English. SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter said the volume contains at least 450 financial terms covering topics such as tax, wills and general … [Read more...] about Demystifying Tax
Gqeberha in the News – 16 March 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 – 16 March 2022
Quinton De Kock Announces Retirement From Test Cricket
JOHANNESBURG: Proteas wicketkeeper batsman, Quinton de Kock has announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect. The announcement comes after the Proteas’ first Betway Test match against India in Centurion, where the visitors won by 113 runs and took a one-nil lead in the three-match series.De Kock has cited his intentions to spend more time with his growing family for the timing and reason for his relatively early retirement from the format. He and his wife, Sasha, are … [Read more...] about Quinton De Kock Announces Retirement From Test Cricket
New look for Gen3 Camaro Supercar
The sole Chevrolet prototype was dressed in silver and black for its launch at the Bathurst 1000 last December and the series of test days at Queensland Raceway earlier this year. However a recent pause in the testing programme has prompted a change to the Camaro, which will now sport a matte black livery with gold decals and white Chevrolet Racing branding. The new look is expected to make its on-track debut during a shakedown at Queensland Raceway tomorrow, before its public debut comes at the … [Read more...] about New look for Gen3 Camaro Supercar
R28.9bn Equitable Share Increase Allocation
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has welcomed the R28.9 billion increase in the allocation of local government equitable share over the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework.Briefing the Standing Committee on Appropriations (SCOA) in Parliament on Tuesday, SALGA said it had developed a guide on municipal financial management to improve the capacity of municipal officials on its interventions to assist local municipalities to better manage their finances and service their … [Read more...] about R28.9bn Equitable Share Increase Allocation
83 194
South Africa has recorded a 96.8% COVID-19 recovery rate, with a total of 83 194 vaccines administered in the last 24 hours.“The cumulative number of recoveries now stand at 3 578 877 with a recovery rate of 96.8%,” the Department of Health said in a statement. The report shows that 24 276 vaccines were administered in Gauteng, followed by Western Cape with 11 416 and Eastern Cape with 11 006 vaccines administered in the last 24 hours. A total of 9 742 vaccines were administered in … [Read more...] about 83 194
30% of stolen SAPS firearms not recovered
Dear EditorThe DA can reveal that nearly 30% of stolen firearms from the South African Police Service (SAPS) over the past 10 financial years have not been recovered. This came to light in a Parliamentary Question posed to the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele. Of the 7 331 firearms stolen only 5 170 were recovered. Even more shocking is the fact that of the 10 808 555 rounds of ammunition that were stolen in the past decade 75% were not recovered – only 2 672 578 rounds were recovered. The … [Read more...] about 30% of stolen SAPS firearms not recovered
Boomtown assists First Choice Custard beat sales target
A fresh approach to the big idea from Boomtown contributed to First Choice Custard comprehensively beating its 2021 summer campaign targets.According to the agency’s Business Group Head, Mark Momberg, a key contributor to smashing the sales target was the fact that the agency’s big idea was conceived after its strategists had immersed themselves in the communities First Choice wanted to communicate with to ensure what it had to say resonated with them. “The human truth chosen to drive the … [Read more...] about Boomtown assists First Choice Custard beat sales target
Congratulations Russell Coleman
Kariega – Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has appointed a new Human Resources Director and Board member, to be based in Kariega, Eastern Cape.Russell Coleman will join the VWSA Board of Management from 1 April 2022. Russell brings with him over 20 years of experience in the manufacturing space, both in the automotive and FMCG industries. Born and raised in Gqeberha, he joins VWSA from Beiersdorf in KwaZulu Natal, where he held the position of HR Director Southern Africa. Before this, he … [Read more...] about Congratulations Russell Coleman
How To Turn R350.00 Into a Business
A recipient of the Social Relief of Distress Grant is sitting pretty after using her monthly R350 to start Lady Q Designs, a furniture-making business.Single mother Maquoalesa Lekheakhoa Qwali (27), from Bethlehem in the Free State, used her artistic flair and entrepreneurial spirit to make a couch from old tyres. “I’ve always wanted to start a business. When President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the R350 grant, I told myself that this was the perfect time to get started. I was sitting at … [Read more...] about How To Turn R350.00 Into a Business
President Ramaphosa owes South Africa an explanation
Dear EditorI condemn the extension of the National State of Disaster by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, which was set to expire today. Despite having months to prepare alternative public health measures that would normalize our response while enabling us to focus on creating jobs, it seems that the National Government has not yet finished the job. This is unacceptable, and President Cyril Ramaphosa owes South Africa an explanation. It is … [Read more...] about President Ramaphosa owes South Africa an explanation
WC Social Development appoints service provider to assist with ECD Stimulus Relief Fund payments
The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has welcomed the appointment of a service provider to assist with the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Stimulus Relief Fund payments to those eligible ECD centres that are still waiting to receive funding.The appointment of a service provider by the DSD comes after the decision by the National Department of Social Development to hand over the entire responsibility of verifying the details of ECD centres and processing the respective … [Read more...] about WC Social Development appoints service provider to assist with ECD Stimulus Relief Fund payments
Baragwanath needs urgent intervention
Dear EditorThe DA’s oversight inspection to the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Johannesburg on Monday revealed a host of concerns that need to be addressed as a matter of urgency. Serious problems at this hospital not only limit the quality of care possible for patients, but also have a severe impact on the mental health of health practitioners. Amongst the many problems hindering the hospital are: 400 posts have been lost due to National Treasury halving the budget for health care workers … [Read more...] about Baragwanath needs urgent intervention
