Dear EditorDuring last week’s Questions to the Ministers session in Parliament, and in reply to a follow-up question that I had posed to Deputy Minister of International Relations, Candith Mashego-Dlamini, regarding South Africa’s R50 million “donation” to Cuba, Deputy Minister Mashego-Dlamini seemed lost at sea, as she fumbled through an incoherent response stating that such a “donation” did not take place. Subsequently at Wednesday’s International Relations Portfolio Committee, it was … [Read more...] about Deputy Minister Dlamini misleads Parliament
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5 Reasons for Motion of No Confidence in Fikile Mbalula
Dear EditorIn his State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa promised many nice things and made pledges that, if kept, would put South Africa on the right track. However, if President Ramaphosa’s SONA promises are to be realised, he will need a cabinet consisting of capable, and honest Ministers, and the existing cabinet, which is characterized by rampant corruption, negligence, and ineptitude, would need to be sacked, including Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula. Very few people … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons for Motion of No Confidence in Fikile Mbalula
Gqeberha in the News – 12 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 – 12 March 2022
What The Mayor Said at Today’s Council Meeting Over Budget
Honourable Speaker Members of Mayoral Committee Councillor Colleagues Acting City Manager Officials Members of the Media The Public Gallery Ladies and gentlemen Molweni! Goeie more! Good morning! A hearty welcome to you all! Today I would like to raise few issues that are critical Adjustment Budget 2022/23 The tabling of the Adjusted Budget today, is a product of a collective effort by the GLU. It is done with the singular intent to strengthen its capacity to ensure ethical governance and … [Read more...] about What The Mayor Said at Today’s Council Meeting Over Budget
Nelson Mandela Bay Ward Councillor Contact Details – 2022
List of the 60 Wards in Nelson Mandela Bay & Ward Councillor details. Ward areas compiled by Alan W. Straton. Councilor details from the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality website and collated by Annette Du Plessis:Ward 1: Lakeside, Seaview, Theesecombe, Lovemore Heights, Sardinia Bay, Miramar, Providentia, Emerald Hill, Lovemore Park, Schoenmakerskop, Summerstrand Councillor André van der Westhuizen, DACONTACT DETAILSEmail: driesvdw@absamail.co.zaMobile: 081 3900 329Telephone (Office): 041 … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Ward Councillor Contact Details – 2022
Top (and Bottom) ranked World Rugby Men’s Teams
The World Rugby Rankings of the Men’s Rugby Teams (updated 7 March 2022) sees an unchanged top team, Spain the biggest mover up by two places to no. 15 and the biggest faller, Romania, moving down two places to no. 17 on the list of 109 teams.Men’s Rankings: South Africa New Zealand France England Ireland Australia Wales Scotland Argentina Japan Fiji Samoa Georgia Italy Spain Tonga Romania USA Uruguay Portugal Canada Hong … [Read more...] about Top (and Bottom) ranked World Rugby Men’s Teams
Sometimes the Mind Boggles When ‘People’ Proposition You
Something else from MyGqeberha2019 World Cup winning Springbok Hooker, Malcolm Marx, chats to the media from the Springbok Camp in Bloemfontein ahead of the Springboks first test against Georgia in preparation for the British and Irish Lions Tests. Malcolm Justin Marx (born13 July 1994) is a South African professional rugby union player for the South Africa national team and the Kubota Spears in the Japanese Top League. His regular position is hooker, but he did play as a flanker at youth level … [Read more...] about Sometimes the Mind Boggles When ‘People’ Proposition You
Gqeberha in the News – 11 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 – 11 March 2022
Wales Women XV v USA Falcons
Wales Women head coach Ioan Cunningham has named an ‘exciting’ squad to take on USA Falcons at Parc y Scarlets on Saturday.“It’s a great opportunity to see some players in a Wales jersey for the first time along with some players who are returning to the side that we as a management team haven’t seen before. “It will be great to see the likes of Kayleigh Powell and Kelsey Jones in a Wales jersey for the first time since injury and Sioned Harries is settling in well into the environment too. She … [Read more...] about Wales Women XV v USA Falcons
Yes, I DO Listen to These Guys…
And I am forever miffed that I missed them playing live in South Africa.But a new album is on the way to shred my speakers. Rammstein’s new album “Zeit” will be released on 29 April 2022. Exactly three years after their untitled multi-platinum album, one of the most globally successful German bands of all time is releasing a follow-up! The first single to be released by Rammstein today, 10 March 2022, is the title track “Zeit”, a powerful ballad that builds to a towering epic.The video will have … [Read more...] about Yes, I DO Listen to These Guys…
Did You Also Get This ‘Toxic Backlink’ Threatening E-mail?
I have been getting a couple of these over the last few years and generally confine them to the bin but have decided to rather recycle this one as a friendly piece of advice to anyone who may feel the need to comply with this threats.My sage advice is; “Just DON’T do it!” The web site comment I received today read as follows: Hello Sir! I working for Bizcope SEO company in Bangladesh. My client needing backlinks urgently. So sir, I requesting that you give me a do follow, permanent backlink on … [Read more...] about Did You Also Get This ‘Toxic Backlink’ Threatening E-mail?
A Night With The Classics
23 and 24 April 2022 are dates to circle in your calendar AND take action theron people.On the Philip Field of the Grey High School in Gqeberha a unique event will be taking place celebrating the Classics and showcasing local talent. A Night With the Classics will feature: Richard Cock (Conductor); Loyiso Bala (Performer), Zolani Mahola (Performer), Craig Hinds – Watershed (Musician), Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (Orchestra with Etiene Mecleon), Marcus Wyatt On Trumpet (Musician). A … [Read more...] about A Night With The Classics
Special Investigating Unit Getting the Job Done
Cabinet has noted the remarkable progress achieved by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) in their intensive investigation of maladministration and corruption within the National Lotteries Commission.Cabinet has urged other law-enforcement agencies dealing with this matter to complete their work as soon as possible. “This will ensure the necessary steps can be taken to hold accountable persons or organisations implicated in the unlawful misappropriation of funds earmarked to benefit the poor,” … [Read more...] about Special Investigating Unit Getting the Job Done
New appointments in the NPA and State Security
Cabinet at its meeting on Wednesday welcomed the recent high-level appointments in the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the State Security Agency (SSA).President Ramaphosa appointed Advocate Andrea Johnson to head the NPA’s Investigating Directorate and Ambassador Thembisile Majola as the new Director-General of the SSA. The President also appointed Adv Navilla Somaru as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in the Free State, Adv Matodzi Rachel Makhari-Sekhaolelo as DPP in North West … [Read more...] about New appointments in the NPA and State Security
The Battle is Not Yet Over
At its regular meeting on Wednesday, Cabinet acknowledged the country’s efforts in the fight against COVID-19, but cautioned that the battle is not yet over.Cabinet urged all people in South Africa to remain vigilant and continue protecting themselves against the spread of the deadly virus. “Cabinet is pleased that almost 32 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered and that over 42 percent of our adult population is fully vaccinated,” Cabinet said in a statement. However, … [Read more...] about The Battle is Not Yet Over
