In a report as part of Call to Earth, CNN highlights the Wildlife Forensics Academy (WFA) in South Africa. On a mission to tackle poaching, the WFA recreates wildlife crimes in a warehouse and students and rangers dressed in hazmat suits are taught how to handle the evidence. Across the world, wildlife crimes – including animal trafficking and poaching – are on the rise and are a major threat to the planet’s biodiversity. By providing forensics training, Greg Simpson, co-founder of the WFA, … [Read more...] about Fake blood and stuffed animals: How wildlife forensics could help to convict poachers
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Makhanda learners demand maths teacher
Learners at Mary Waters Secondary School in Makhanda have been protesting since Monday, demanding that the department of education appoint a permanent maths teacher.The Eastern Cape Department of Education on Wednesday appointed a temporary teacher to teach mathematics at Mary Waters Secondary School in Makhanda, after days of protests by learners. The school has about 1,200 learners, with an average of 45 learners in some classes. Learners have been gathering at the school gates since Monday, … [Read more...] about Makhanda learners demand maths teacher
SIU to investigate allegations of serious maladministration in Nelson Mandela Bay
In 2021 GroundUp reported on streetlights in Kariega, under Nelson Mandela Bay, that had been off for years despite complaints by residents.The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has been given the green light by President Cyril Ramaphosa to investigate “allegations of serious maladministration” at the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality. The SIU will look into the alleged unlawful conduct by municipal employees, and recover financial losses connected to a dodgy contract to supply … [Read more...] about SIU to investigate allegations of serious maladministration in Nelson Mandela Bay
The 2024 Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #4 – EP Win
The defending Carling Currie Cup Premier Division champions, the Toyota Cheetahs, as well as the two sides from Gauteng, the Fidelity ADT Lions and Vodacom Bulls, all managed to record their second successive victories of the season, while the semi-finalists for the First Division have been confirmed.The Free Staters increased their points tally to a “perfect 10” from two games with a 37-17 win over DHL Western Province in Bloemfontein on Saturday, but the Fidelity ADT Lions were the biggest … [Read more...] about The 2024 Carling Currie Cup Bulletin #4 – EP Win
Latest science confirms plummeting penguin population
On June 23 2000, when – like now – Cape Town was in the icy grip of mid-winter, South Africa suffered what was called the world’s worst coastal seabird environmental disaster.That was the day when the fully laden ore-carrier MV Treasure broke up and sank some 8km north of Robben Island while a salvage tug was attempting to tow it to safety. The stricken vessel spilled more than 1,100 tons of highly toxic heavy fuel oil into the ocean, covering with oil tens of thousands of African Penguins from … [Read more...] about Latest science confirms plummeting penguin population
Kariega Man’s R900 000 Willys Jeep
The Jeep® Willys became iconic almost the moment they started production in the middle of World War II becoming indispensable for the military and then singlehandedly introducing the concept of Sports Utility Vehicles decades before the concept became fashionable.One South African fan spent his entire life yearning to have his own Willys. Vincent Koekemoer loves the vehicle so much that his wife almost divorced him when she had to count out the money in cash for his second one. It cost him R21 … [Read more...] about Kariega Man’s R900 000 Willys Jeep
Transnet monitoring port operations as adverse weather continues
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 Transnet says it is continuously monitoring operations at the ports of Cape Town, Saldanha, Port Elizabeth and Ngqura amid adverse weather conditions in parts of the country. In a statement, Transnet explained that strong winds have led to high wave swells that have led to shipping movements being suspended at some ports for safety reasons. However, no major incidents have been reported thus far. “The strong winds, which have created high swell conditions, must … [Read more...] about Transnet monitoring port operations as adverse weather continues
Another Makhanda water supply deadline missed
Part of the James Kleynhans water treatment works in Makhanda, has been undergoing an upgrade since 2015.The deadline for completion of the James Kleynhans water treatment works upgrade in Makhanda has been missed for the second time this year. Amatola Water, which is undertaking the upgrade, had an initial completion deadline for April, but then extended it to June. As implementing agent, it appointed a new contractor, Water and Wastewater Technology SA, in November last year. Makhanda has … [Read more...] about Another Makhanda water supply deadline missed
Kariega flood victims forced to move back to sodden land
Ruben Smith and Natasha Julie were forced by the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality to return to their waterlogged shack at Old Lapland informal settlement on Sunday. Along with other residents affected by flooding on 1 June, they had been accommodated in a student residence in Kariega for the past month. 225 people, including a newborn baby, had to flee the Old Lapland informal settlement when it was flooded on 1 June. They have been accommodated in a student residence in town, but on Sunday they … [Read more...] about Kariega flood victims forced to move back to sodden land
WESSA ABB Alien Clearing Driftsands Drive Humewood Saturday 13 July 2024
The WESSA Algoa Bay Branch July 2024 alien clearing will be on Saturday 13 July 2024 in Driftsands Drive Humewood from 09:00 – 11:00. This is again part of our ongoing efforts 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 recover and re-establish itself. Dedicating your … [Read more...] about WESSA ABB Alien Clearing Driftsands Drive Humewood Saturday 13 July 2024
Strong Rugby Showing from Eastern Province
Eastern Province and Western Province claimed big wins on the final day of the U18 Girls Week staged at Jeppe High School in Johannesburg, and they also contributed the most players (11) of a new Elite Player Development squad that was named on Friday.EP proved too strong for the hosts in the final match of the competition. The girls from the Eastern Cape led 10-0 at the break, before lifting the tempo in the second stanza. Lukhanye Lolo (wing) scored two tries in EP’s 36-0 win. Meanwhile, WP … [Read more...] about Strong Rugby Showing from Eastern Province
NSRI Safety Alert
NSRI and the emergency services are appealing to bathers, boaters, paddlers, sailors, shoreline anglers and coastal hikers to be cautious around the coastline as the new moon Spring tide peaks today ( peaking on Saturday during early morning) - bringing the daily 2 high tides to be higher than normal and the daily 2 low tides to be lower than normal and this effect will last into the new week. The concern is that during this, the final weekend of schools holidays, the coastline will be … [Read more...] about NSRI Safety Alert
Court asked to stop Shell’s seismic tests once and for all
Local community members and supporters of Sustaining the Wild Coast and Greenpeace celebrated a court victory outside the Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda in September 2022. The Constitutional Court has been asked to put an end to the exploration right granted to Shell to do seismic testing off the Wild Coast. Wild Coast communities and environmental justice organisations have asked the Court to rule against a decision by the Supreme Court of Appeal earlier this year. The Supreme Court gave … [Read more...] about Court asked to stop Shell’s seismic tests once and for all
NSRI Invites You to “Celebrate a Life”
Andrew Ingram , NSRI Spokesperson, said: Join our "Celebrate a Life" Campaign as the 6th NSRI "ORC" offshore rescue craft, which will be based in the Port of Port Elizabeth in Gqeberha, nears completion. The NSRI’s "Celebrate a Life" campaign is a unique opportunity to support the NSRI by adding your name or the name of a loved one to the NSRI’s new Offshore Rescue Craft (ORC), which will arrive at her base in the Port of Port Elizabeth in Gqeberha, in early September. The ORC class of … [Read more...] about NSRI Invites You to “Celebrate a Life”
2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards
The energy was contagious as artists from the National Arts Festival’s Fringe gathered at The Monument in Makhanda at midnight on Saturday, 29 June for a ceremony to announce the 2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards winners.Standard Bank Ovations are awarded throughout the Festival to shows on the Fringe that stand out. Shows that have earned an Ovation carry the badge on their show pages and posters to guide audiences to the best of the Fringe. The panel sees all the new works on the Fringe and … [Read more...] about 2024 Standard Bank Ovations Awards
