The post office on High Street in Makhanda has been without electricity since July 2023.The only post office in Makhanda in the Eastern Cape has been operating without electricity since July last year. Now customers are furious that because the computers don’t work they can’t get the television decoders they ordered and as a result can’t watch their favourite channels. The post office premises, in High Street, is rented from a private owner. According to a source in the municipality who did not … [Read more...] about The only post office open in Makhanda has not had electricity for nine months
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Queens go Down to Lions
The defending champions and runners-up in the Women’s Premier Division, the Bulls Daisies and DHL Western Province, scored convincing wins in the opening round of the 2024 season on Saturday, while Sanlam Boland Dames and the Golden Lions Women also started their campaigns with impressive home victories.In East London, the Daisies had a 31-12 lead at the break before pulling away in the second half to beat Border Ladies 57-12 at Police Park. The visitors scored nine tries in the romp, with the … [Read more...] about Queens go Down to Lions
Home teams dominate in SA Cup fourth round
The Airlink Pumas, Suzuki Griquas, Toyota Cheetahs and Leopards again made it a profitable weekend for home teams in the SA Cup when all of them gained important victories at home to pick up crucial league points, while only two sides remain unbeaten.The Sanlam Boland Kavaliers were the only away winners when they deservingly won their fixture against the Phangela SWD Eagles by 35-5 in George on Sunday to make it two wins in a row. On Saturday afternoon, the Leopards grabbed nine tries while … [Read more...] about Home teams dominate in SA Cup fourth round
Breetzke Stars In Another Warriors Win
GQEBERHA: A blazing half century by Matthew Breetzke ensured the Dafabet Warriors continued their wonderful run in the CSA T20 Challenge after they cruised to a 31-run win over AET Tuskers at the Dafabet St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Friday.The Proteas batter clubbed 7 sixes in a scintillating 41-ball 72 (1 four) as the hosts made it 9 wins out of 10 to extend their advantage over the DP World Lions at the summit of the table. There were also wins for Momentum Multiply Titans and Auto … [Read more...] about Breetzke Stars In Another Warriors Win
Gqeberha Health Workers March to Demand Permanent Jobs
NUPSAW Eastern Cape secretary Mzi Nkata led a march by Community Health Workers in Gqeberha on Friday. The workers, who also marched in solidarity with health workers in Gaza, are asking to be insourced.About 100 community health workers (CHWs) marched to the Department of Health’s offices in Gqeberha on Friday afternoon. They are demanding to be given permanent jobs by the department, saying that only offering them contracts is exploitation. The march was led by the National Union of Public … [Read more...] about Gqeberha Health Workers March to Demand Permanent Jobs
Lindie Malan ActionCOACH Celebrates the Remarkable Success Story of Social Happiness
Somerset West, 11 April 2024 — In an inspiring showcase of business transformation and success, Lindie Malan ActionCOACH extends heartfelt congratulations to Social Happiness, a leading digital marketing agency based in Somerset West, on their phenomenal journey of growth and achievements. Under the guidance of ActionCOACH’s business coaching and the visionary leadership of Tamsin Hayley, Social Happiness has redefined its strategic direction, resulting in unprecedented growth and … [Read more...] about Lindie Malan ActionCOACH Celebrates the Remarkable Success Story of Social Happiness
Medical workers protest against attacks on them
Emergency Medical Services workers and managers protested outside the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality building in Gqeberha on Wednesday. They are demanding an end to attacks on paramedics.Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers in Nelson Mandela Bay protested outside the City Hall on Wednesday, calling for safer working conditions. “I kneel down and pray to God each time I leave home for work, asking him to save me from these criminals. They are heartless and don’t care that EMS staff perform a … [Read more...] about Medical workers protest against attacks on them
Tricky clashes for early pacesetters in the SA Cup
With the new SA Cup competition fast approaching the halfway mark of the league phase, log leaders Suzuki Griquas will face their most difficult outing to date when they host third-placed NovaVit Griffons in Kimberley, in one of three matches kicking off at 15h00 on Saturday.The Airlink Pumas – who kick off the weekend schedule on Friday at 19h00 when they host the Valke at Mbombela Stadium – trial the early pacesetters on points’ difference. Saturday’s two other matches see the fourth-placed … [Read more...] about Tricky clashes for early pacesetters in the SA Cup
In Five Months 131 Schools in Nelson Mandela Bay Have Been Robbed, Mostly at Gunpoint
A teacher at KwaZakhele High School in Gqeberha recalled how criminals came into their staff room and robbed all the teachers at gunpoint. The Eastern Cape Department of Education has allocated an additional R59-million to bump up security at schools in the province. Since November 131 schools in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro have been robbed, many at gunpoint. Many teachers say they are afraid to report for duty. Since November, more than 130 schools in the Nelson Mandela Bay region have fallen … [Read more...] about In Five Months 131 Schools in Nelson Mandela Bay Have Been Robbed, Mostly at Gunpoint
Indalo Association Reveals Threat to Makhanda and the Eastern Cape’s Socio-Economic Fabric by Albany Wind Farm Project
Makhanda and the Eastern Cape in Peril: Indalo Exposes the Hidden Socio-Economic Impact of Albany Wind Farm [Makhanda], [08 April 2024] — Today, the Indalo Association unveils critical revelations surrounding the proposed Albany Wind Farm, emphasising the profound threat it poses to the socio-economic fabric of Makhanda and the Eastern Cape. In a focused exposé, Indalo brings attention to the alarming realities that demand immediate consideration.Dubious Job Creation Claims: The Indalo … [Read more...] about Indalo Association Reveals Threat to Makhanda and the Eastern Cape’s Socio-Economic Fabric by Albany Wind Farm Project
Simple Steps Blogging Summit: Pioneering Digital Influence in South Africa
[Gqeberha, South Africa] – The digital landscape of South Africa is about to be shaken up with the inaugural Simple Steps Blogging Summit, scheduled to take place from the 24th to the 26th of April, 2024. This pioneering event marks the first time that a gathering of this magnitude, focusing on blogging and social media expertise, will be hosted online in South Africa. Aimed at both budding and seasoned content creators, the summit promises to be an interesting three-day journey into the … [Read more...] about Simple Steps Blogging Summit: Pioneering Digital Influence in South Africa
Black-out of pre-paid meters looms – What is KRN and Why Should You Care!
Municipalities across South Africa are in a race against time to enable residents to update prepaid electricity and water meters before they stop working on 24 November 2024, just 8 months away. The update is urgently required because the standard system that provides unique re-charge codes will soon run out of unique numbers to issue. A ‘reset’ code for each pre-paid meter is therefore essential to ensure that residents can continue to receive unique codes beyond 24 November 2024. For more info … [Read more...] about Black-out of pre-paid meters looms – What is KRN and Why Should You Care!
Titans End Warriors’ Magical Run
GQEBERHA: Sibonelo Makhanya and Corbin Bosch played leading roles to help the Momentum Multiply Titans end the remarkable winning CSA T20 Challenge run of Dafabet Warriors with a 12-run victory in Port Elizabeth on Friday night.Batter Makhanya struck 60 (48 balls, 4 fours, 1 six) as the reigning champions posted 168/9, before seamer Bosch nabbed 3/22 to help restrict the hosts to 156/7 – securing an important 12-run triumph to end the visitors’ eight-match streak that has seen them dominate … [Read more...] about Titans End Warriors’ Magical Run
Youth against experience in SA Cup
Two of the highlights of the third round SA Cup involve repeats of last year’s Currie Cup Premier and First Division finals, with the Toyota Cheetahs hosting the Airlink Pumas in Bloemfontein, while the Valke travel to Wellington to take on the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers.Will a youthful Toyota Cheetahs side be able to tame the more experienced Airlink Pumas, and who of the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers or Valke will register their first win of the season? The teams from the Free State and Mpumalanga kick … [Read more...] about Youth against experience in SA Cup
Help Needed to Clear Driftsands Drive Aliens
The WESSA Algoa Bay April 2024 alien clearing will be on Saturday 13 April 2024 in Driftsands Drive Humewood from 09:00 – 11:00. This is 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 time and … [Read more...] about Help Needed to Clear Driftsands Drive Aliens
