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Reeza Hendricks Tops the Billing at Betway SA20 Season 3 Auction

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Betway SA20 has been raised to the next level for Season 3 after a successful third auction in Cape Town on Tuesday. The League received over 580 applications for the remaining 13 slots that were on offer at the auction, along with six Rookie draft picks.Cricket SA T20 Cricketer of the Year, Reeza Hendricks, was the most sought-after pick with the stylish right-hander heading to MI Cape Town for R4.3 million. Hendricks, who had previously played for Joburg Super Kings, was … [Read more...] about Reeza Hendricks Tops the Billing at Betway SA20 Season 3 Auction

Medical Evacuation From Motor Container Vessel

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Justin Erasmus, NSRI Gqeberha station commander, said: On Monday, 30 September, at 21h00, NSRI EOC (Emergency Operations Centre) and NSRI Gqeberha, station 6, were placed on alert to prepare to perform a medical evacuation of an injured patient from a motor container vessel on Tuesday morning. The vessel was offshore of the Eastern Cape coastline, the former Transkei, at the time, and heading towards Gqeberha. There were reported to be 2 patients onboard the motor container vessel. CPR … [Read more...] about Medical Evacuation From Motor Container Vessel

Women Artisans

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In the News Today: In line with its mandate to create opportunities for economic participation and its commitment to Unisa’s catalytic niche areas, the Inhlanyelo Hub recently launched its Bosadi Artisan Entrepreneurship Development Programme. The first cohort of women artisans embarked on their journey towards community artisanship and creating business ventures in what is still considered a male environment. At the official launch held at The Marine Hotel in Gqeberha, a group of 57 women … [Read more...] about Women Artisans

Intensified Efforts to Combat Rabies

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You are here: Home / News / Intensified Efforts to Combat Rabies 1 October 2024 by Guest In the News Today:  A leader in animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim, is stepping up its efforts to combat rabies in South Africa. In commemoration of World Rabies Day, the company is contributing to the ‘Zero by 30’ strategy, a worldwide goal to eliminate rabies by 2030. In response to the worst outbreak of rabies in the history of South Africa, Boehringer Ingelheim has embarked on enhanced … [Read more...] about Intensified Efforts to Combat Rabies

Bafana Bafana v Congo Brazaville at NMB Stadium Confirmed

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You are here: Home / News / Sport / Bafana Bafana v Congo Brazaville at NMB Stadium Confirmed 1 October 2024 by Guest In the News Today: SAFA have announced that Bafana Bafana will host Congo Brazzaville for their 2025 AFCON Qualifiers tie at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Friday, 11 October. Hugo Broos’s charges needed a last-gasp winner from Thalente Mbatha to see off minnows South Sudan 3-2 in the last qualifying clash, which currently sees them join the Ugandan Cranes on … [Read more...] about Bafana Bafana v Congo Brazaville at NMB Stadium Confirmed

McHunu Says That Weapons of War Are Being Seized From Criminals

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You are here: Home / News / McHunu Says That Weapons of War Are Being Seized From Criminals 1 October 2024 by Guest In the News Today: Mchunu said SAPS knew where most of the firearms come from but have to verify the information and investigate how they are brought into South Africa. “There is a dedicated unit that deals with illegal firearms, they have to work 24/7. It’s clear the number of firearms is quite high and it’s worrying.” In almost all cash-in-transit robberies the perpetrators … [Read more...] about McHunu Says That Weapons of War Are Being Seized From Criminals

Gqeberha’s Top Fisheries

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You are here: Home / News / Gqeberha’s Top Fisheries 1 October 2024 by Guest In the News Today: Known for its stunning coastline, Gqeberha is home to some of South Africa’s best fishing spots. Let’s take a look at some of the best places offering a seafood experience that you absolutely cannot miss, whether you live nearby or are visiting: Fishaways Fishaways stands out… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Gqeberha: Rich Marine Life – The waters off Gqeberha are known for their rich … [Read more...] about Gqeberha’s Top Fisheries

NMB’s Fuel Price Shocker

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You are here: Home / News / NMB’s Fuel Price Shocker 1 October 2024 by Guest In the News Today: Tariff adjustments in areas affected by import issues at Port Elizabeth harbour will erode petrol price cuts. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has approved an interim adjustment of all the affected magisterial… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Kariega: Rich Flora and Fauna – The surrounding area is home to diverse flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature … [Read more...] about NMB’s Fuel Price Shocker

Tragic Fire – Football Chips In

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In a tragic incident on August 2 2024,a local family’s home in Motherwell was engulfed by a fire, leaving them without a roof over their heads and all their belongings destroyed. In the wake of the disaster, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality took immediate steps to investigate the situation and explore avenues to assist the affected family. However, it was through the benevolence of Mr. Chippa United FC and Managing Director of the Chippa Mpengesi Foundation, that true relief came. Moved by … [Read more...] about Tragic Fire – Football Chips In

Creecy Under Fire From Penguin Conservation Groups

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Former environment minister Barbara Creecy has been accused by two bird conservation groups of bowing to the pelagic fishing industry and taking its side in a dispute over the closure of fishing areas around critical African Penguin breeding sites.But Dion George, who succeeded Creecy in the new Government of National Unity in July, is continuing her opposition to the conservationists’ litigation, and in court papers filed earlier this month has strongly defended Creecy’s decisions. However, … [Read more...] about Creecy Under Fire From Penguin Conservation Groups

Gqeberha’s Heavy K and Busta Rhymes’ Big Surprise

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30 September 2024 by Guest In the News Today: Music producer and DJ Mkhululi Siqula, better known as Heavy K, has a new song with US rapper Busta Rhymes. The hitmaker from Veeplaas in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape is set to release three new tracks in collaboration with legendary American rapper Busta Rhymes. These tracks will feature on Busta’s upcoming album. The duo met during Busta Rhymes’ visit to Mzansi for his performance at the DStv Delicious Festival on Saturday, 21 September. Heavy K, … [Read more...] about Gqeberha’s Heavy K and Busta Rhymes’ Big Surprise

Eastern Cape a Hotspot for Mass Murders

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30 September 2024 by Guest In the News Today: The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the Eastern Cape is one of the top three mass murder spots countrywide. This comes after 18 people died  from two families were shot and killed in two separate incidents at Ngobozana village on Saturday. Police said that over 38 people had been killed in groups of seven in the last two years in the province. According to authorities, Gqeberha, Mthatha, and Willowvale have been identified as hotspots … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape a Hotspot for Mass Murders

Life-Time Award for Law Professor Adriaan Van Der Walt #r2bp

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29 September 2024 by Guest In the News Today: The ELRC is the bargaining council for public education and the body where conditions of employment and matters of mutual interest are negotiated for public educators. Over the years, Prof Van der Walt and the Labour and Social Security Law Unit (LSSLU), an engagement entity, that he established in 2003, formed close ties with both the Department of Education, as employer and the different public education trade unions, such as SADTU, NAPTOSA, the … [Read more...] about Life-Time Award for Law Professor Adriaan Van Der Walt #r2bp