South Africans and thirsty Nelson Mandela Bay residents, the numbers are in, and they paint a critical picture of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water supply. Whilst one significant dam level has increased, the biggest leak isn’t in the Western Region; it’s in our municipal infrastructure. Here are the facts: 65% of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water comes from the Gariep Dam, which saw rising levels throughout 2025. Nelson Mandela Bay has a TOTAL reliance on external water sources (Free State … [Read more...] about Shocking NMB Water Waste Woes: Is the Municipality Drowning in Apathy?
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South African Audiologist Launches Children’s Book on World Hearing Day to Tackle Childhood Hearing Loss
Pretoria, South Africa: South African audiologist Bronwyn van Wyk today launches her debut children’s picture book, “Little Rabbit’s Quiet Quest”, timed to coincide with World Hearing Day 2026 — a day the World Health Organization (WHO) has dedicated to hearing loss in children.The rhyming picture book follows Little Rabbit, a young bunny who struggles to hear the sounds of the forest around her. After encountering teasing, fear, and self-doubt, Rabbit embarks on a journey through the Whispering … [Read more...] about South African Audiologist Launches Children’s Book on World Hearing Day to Tackle Childhood Hearing Loss
AI Turning Information and Data Into a Non-renewable Resource
Table of Contents There is still time (but only just) to ensure that there continues to be deposits of fresh data and knowledge for AI to mine and harvest. The world is fast running out of fresh information, with fewer and fewer journalists and other qualified researchers to go out into the field to mine it. Information (call it news, data, research) has a sell-by date. It is not infinitely recyclable. Artificial intelligence (AI) programs like ChatGPT are fast depleting the existing deposits … [Read more...] about AI Turning Information and Data Into a Non-renewable Resource
Turn Your Website Into a Submission Engine With Gravity Forms
Table of Contents If you have ever visited Gqeberha based MyPR.co.za, you’ve seen one of the most efficient uses of WordPress automation in South Africa. MyPR handles thousands of press releases annually, but they don’t have a team manually re-typing every submission. Instead, they use Gravity Forms to do the heavy lifting.The MyPR Workflow: From Form to Draft in Seconds Most people think a form is just for “Contact Us” pages. MyPR uses Gravity Forms for Front-End Content Submission. When a PR … [Read more...] about Turn Your Website Into a Submission Engine With Gravity Forms
Small Incremental Changes Save You Time and Money
Table of Contents I originally started MyPR.co.za as I was looking for content to feed every hungry web sites. BUT – Win-Win-Win I wanted to have a win-win-win situation involving MyPR, PR Professionals and Audience. SO MyPR was established (in 2012) to accept Press Releases and publish them for free. OVER THE YEARS The demand for more features came from PR Professionals, and we obliged with a paid for feature that allowed Press Releases to be submitted that carried images, video, hyperlinks to … [Read more...] about Small Incremental Changes Save You Time and Money
Not Too Sure That You Have Submitted Your Press Release?
In order to help you see if your submission has been successfully passed to our database we now provide you with a ‘Coming Soon‘ facility.Why? On occasion MyPR will get a message asking if a client’s press release submission has been received. We also get client’s that miss the note that ALL press release submissions are manually checked before being published. And then we get the clients that submit to the International category, decide that they do not want to pay (we only accept free … [Read more...] about Not Too Sure That You Have Submitted Your Press Release?
Five Women Driving the Future of Forestry Through Science
Table of Contents Johannesburg – 11 February 2026 – To celebrate the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Forestry South Africa (FSA) has launched two complementary campaigns to amplify women’s voices, inspire more women to pursue STEM careers in the field, and challenge outdated perceptions of the forestry sector. Modern forestry is not just about growing trees. It spans a wide range of STEM careers, including genetics, climate science, ecology, data science, … [Read more...] about Five Women Driving the Future of Forestry Through Science
Why Journalists are Like Electricians
Table of Contents I find myself as one involved in both aspects of these trades – one ‘keeps the lights on’ and one ‘sheds light on the truth’. Or as my young boys would have a chuckle to: One is a ‘Story Teller’ and the other is a ‘Wire Puller’. Yes – I was teased mercilessly in primary school as a ‘draad trekker’! But, to the comparison. Both journalists and electricians have to have certain qualifications, follow specific guidelines and adhere to certain ethical considerations. Both are … [Read more...] about Why Journalists are Like Electricians
Van Damme, Patel and Stanton Launch the War Room New Corporate Affairs Advisory for Geopolitics, Crisis, and Reputational Risk
Table of Contents South Africa’s corporate affairs landscape is getting a new heavyweight player. Former MP and disinformation specialist Phumzile Van Damme, geopolitics strategist Khadija Patel, and award-winning communications leader Keri-Ann Stanton have launched The War Room — a new advisory offering designed to help organisations navigate today’s era of risk, disruption, and reputational volatility. Launching February 2026, with client engagements opening from March, The War Room provides … [Read more...] about Van Damme, Patel and Stanton Launch the War Room New Corporate Affairs Advisory for Geopolitics, Crisis, and Reputational Risk
A New Year at Tulela: A Lens on the Klaserie
Tulela Safari Lodge lies within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, a privately protected area that forms part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem. The reserve is unfenced, allowing wildlife to move freely between Klaserie, Kruger National Park, and neighbouring concessions. This openness shapes both the landscape and the experience of being here. For guests arriving at the start of 2026, each day is different, not because something extraordinary always happens, but because the land itself is in … [Read more...] about A New Year at Tulela: A Lens on the Klaserie
South African Struggle Songs
Table of Contents In the days of apartheid it used to tickle me no end to see patrons and listeners earnestly bopping to these songs whilst not knowing at all the provenance or message behind them. Imagine a short pant white, with a right wing demeanor ‘goiing’ to these songs in the disco, at the festival or wedding and you realise just how dumb banning these songs was. We missed a real opportunity to nation build with the apartheid censorship madness of the time! Banned South African … [Read more...] about South African Struggle Songs
South African Struggle Songs
Table of Contents In the days of apartheid it used to tickle me no end to see patrons and listeners earnestly bopping to these songs whilst not knowing at all the provenance or message behind them. Imagine a short pant white, with a right wing demeanor ‘goiing’ to these songs in the disco, at the festival or wedding and you realise just how dumb banning these songs was. We missed a real opportunity to nation build with the apartheid censorship madness of the time! Banned South African … [Read more...] about South African Struggle Songs
How Many African Heads of State Are Billionaires?
Who is the richest Head of State in the World? Who is the poorest Head of State in the World? Should Presidents be worth this much? Table of Contents Whilst listening to SA FM this morning one of the callers stated that most African Heads of State are billionaires. Now, based on the perception of Africa and her leaders one would be inclined to agree with that statement WHILST at the same time wishing ferverently that that is not the case. It would seem that information dredged up on the … [Read more...] about How Many African Heads of State Are Billionaires?
MyPR Top 3 List – December 2025
Chat to MyPR's recommended media monitoring company, the Novus Group. Mention MyPR and get a 5% discount on any full price plans. MyPR does not get a commission nor an affiliate fee from the Novus Group - just the satisfaction of referring you to a great bunch of local people with a great monitoring and reporting service. Novus Group, a South African company, provides innovative and industry leading media monitoring and analysis services to customers across the globe. Read More on MyPR.co.za … [Read more...] about MyPR Top 3 List – December 2025
Leeuwfontein Safaris Launches German Website for European Guests
Limpopo, South Africa – January 2026 — Leeuwfontein Safaris, a premier South African safari and hunting destination, has launched a dedicated German-language website to better serve guests from German-speaking markets across Europe. New platform strengthens engagement with German-speaking safari and hunting travelers The new platform is designed to support travelers from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland who are planning safaris or hunting experiences in South Africa, offering clear, accessible … [Read more...] about Leeuwfontein Safaris Launches German Website for European Guests
