With numbers dwindling, scientists are concerned about the future of African penguins.On St Croix Island in Algoa Bay, which is part of the Addo Elephant Marine Protected Area (MPA), there were 7,000 endangered African penguin breeding pairs in 2015. By 2023, the number had collapsed to 700, according to researcher Professor Lorien Pichegru. But the good news is that numbers are rising again – thanks to a tax dispute. St Croix, only 12 hectares in size and four kilometres from the Port of Coega … [Read more...] about Why a Tax Dispute is Good News for African Penguins
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Rail theft accused using “Stalingrad tactics”, court hears
Syed Mohiudeen obtained a postponement of his review application for further particulars related to the criminal case against him and co-accused Mthuthuzeli Swartz for the alleged theft of 42km of railway line in the Eastern Cape. In 2019 former Acting PRASA CEO Mthuthuzeli Swartz and businessman Syed Mohiudeen were arrested for allegedly selling off Transnet railway line in the Eastern Cape illegally. The criminal case ground to a halt after Mohiudeen asked the High Court to review the … [Read more...] about Rail theft accused using “Stalingrad tactics”, court hears
WESSA Algoa Bay Branch Beach Clean-Up Saturday 17 August 2024
The WESSA Algoa Bay Branch beach clean-up for August will be in Summerstrand starting at the Beacon at the intersection of Marine Drive and Admiralty Way, on Saturday 17 August 2024 from 09:30 to 10:30. This stretch of coastline has a serious, on-going litter problem for a variety of reasons, and needs regular clean-ups. We are hoping that by concentrating on this spot, we can stop as much of this litter as possible from finding its way into the sea. There is ample parking at the Beacon. … [Read more...] about WESSA Algoa Bay Branch Beach Clean-Up Saturday 17 August 2024
Recipe for disrespect: When inspiration turns into theft
Content theft has become a rampant issue in the digital age, where creators’ work is easily accessible and replicable. The case of Nara Smith, a food blogger, allegedly stealing content from Onezwa Mbola, a small creator from South Africa, highlights the unfairness and consequences of content theft.Onezwa, who doesn’t profit from her content due to her location, sees her ideas and hard work replicated by Nara, who posts similar videos days later. This not only disheartens Onezwa but also … [Read more...] about Recipe for disrespect: When inspiration turns into theft
WESSA ABB Alien Clearing Saturday 10 August 2024 Humewood
Hello everyone The WESSA Algoa Bay Branch August 2024 alien clearing will be on Saturday 10 August 2024 in Glengarry Crescent, Humewood from 09:00 – 11:00. We will be focusing our August efforts on this new area, also to stem the spread of the Rooikrans and other alien invaders in this environmentally vulnerable spot. Invasive species still seriously threaten the sensitive indigenous bush. The objective is to eradicate these alien plants and give the local vegetation a good chance to … [Read more...] about WESSA ABB Alien Clearing Saturday 10 August 2024 Humewood
Agriculture Minister must investigate failed R43 million Mantusini Dairy Project
A British man on safari walks into a bar far out in the reaches of a game reserve in Southern Africa, he stays at the bar for a while shooting the shit with the bartender and drinking like a fish, he offer to buy the barkeep a round and since no one else is within 2km of their small oasis of liquor the barkeep obliges. The englishman goes off to the bathroom to have a good old go at the porcelain, he\’s back and ready for a few more whiskeys. He\’s just sat down when suddenly in the distance he … [Read more...] about Agriculture Minister must investigate failed R43 million Mantusini Dairy Project
SIU starts its probe into street lights tender in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Street lights on the N2 in Bluewater Bay, Gqeberha, are among many which are not working. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) arrived at the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality’s offices last week to begin its investigation into maladministration in the municipality and a dodgy street light tender. Areas across the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro have been in the dark because of broken street lights, some for several years. A ward councillor told us residents do not feel safe on the street in … [Read more...] about SIU starts its probe into street lights tender in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Nurses stop work after finding human waste at clinic door
Since the beginning of the year there has been no wall or fence around the Mabandla Clinic in Kariega.Mabandla Clinic in Kariega was closed for the second day on Tuesday as nurses refused to work after finding human waste at the door and empty bottles of alcohol strewn around the yard. The fencing around the clinic was stolen at the beginning of the year and despite promises, it has not been replaced by the provincial Department of Health. “We can’t work in this environment,” one of the nurses … [Read more...] about Nurses stop work after finding human waste at clinic door
Beneficiaries are still battling with SASSA’s new biometric system
Beneficiaries of the Social Relief of Distress Grant are struggling with identity verification processes. Beneficiaries are struggling with identity verification for the R370-a-month Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, causing delays and access issues. The process, which involves facial recognition through an SMS link, has been further complicated by delays at the Department of Home Affairs Earlier in July, SASSA rolled out a pilot program in Nelson Mandela Bay for beneficiaries without … [Read more...] about Beneficiaries are still battling with SASSA’s new biometric system
Mpondoland dagga growers left out to dry
Nonkanyiso Bhulabhula and her husband, Lungisani Khumbafathi, rely on cultivating their dagga crop for survival.The police could never shut down the trade of dagga from Mpondoland. But the gradual decriminalisation of cannabis, ironically, has posed a bigger existential threat to these small farmers than law enforcement did. While anti-cannabis laws were enforced, there was a ready market for dagga grown in remote Eastern Cape villages. But with the flourishing of the often illicit, but largely … [Read more...] about Mpondoland dagga growers left out to dry
Wind Energy in South Africa: A Balanced Perspective
Johannesburg, 29 July 2024: South Africa’s energy landscape is rapidly evolving, with renewable energy – specifically solar and wind – emerging as a significant player in the quest for a sustainable and reliable energy supply. Indications are that between a concerted effort by Eskom to recover underperforming coal fired power plants to higher levels of production and private sector solar energy contributions, the country has turned a corner on the electricity crisis.South Africa has abundant … [Read more...] about Wind Energy in South Africa: A Balanced Perspective
Apartheid-era hostel causing a stink in Eastern Cape town
The families living in Molo hostel in Butterworth have no running water or toilets. More than 200 families are living in a dilapidated hostel in Butterworth, Eastern Cape, without toilets and electricity. The hostel was built in the 1970s to accommodate learners attending a whites-only school. A few years after the 1994 elections, the hostel was closed. People from the surrounding townships and villages coming to the town to look for work began occupying the vacant buildings. Now the families … [Read more...] about Apartheid-era hostel causing a stink in Eastern Cape town
Seal attacks contribute to African penguin’s looming extinction
In 2009 Mercury Island, off the Namibian coast, had a thriving African penguin population. Today, there is not a single penguin on the island.If the African penguin population continues falling at current rates, the bird will be extinct in the wild in about 10 years. There were about 25,000 breeding pairs across their range eight years ago, there are now about 10,000. While overfishing is the main cause of their demise, seal predation has decimated the remaining colonies on Namibian islands, as … [Read more...] about Seal attacks contribute to African penguin’s looming extinction
Exploring the Growth Potential of the E-Bike Market in South Africa
In recent years, the E-Bike market in South Africa has seen a significant rise in popularity, with more individuals opting for eco-friendly and convenient modes of transportation. Two key players that have contributed to this growth are WOWeBikes and Green Riders, each bringing their unique offerings to the market.WOWeBikes: Pioneering Innovation in E-Bikes WOWeBikes, a leading E-Bike manufacturer in South Africa, has been at the forefront of pioneering innovation in the industry. With a focus … [Read more...] about Exploring the Growth Potential of the E-Bike Market in South Africa
Nelson Mandela Bay in the dark due to dodgy street light tenders
An internal audit document from 2023 on the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro municipality’s street light supply and maintenance tenders revealed a flawed supply chain management process. Households in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro have been left in the dark due to dodgy street light tenders, according to a municipal councillor. An internal report shows that the municipality bungled two tenders related to street lights. One of which exceeded its budgeted amount by R24-million. This follows the Special … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay in the dark due to dodgy street light tenders
