Monster Energy’s Gilbert Burns Defeats Jorge Masvidal at UFC 287 in Miami “Man, I’m the only guy. The only guy in the whole UFC that is willing to fight anyone at any time. With that being said, Leon Edwards or Colby Covington, whoever is holding that belt, I’m coming for you!” – Gilbert Burns MIAMI (PRWEB) April 10, 2023 A true battle of the beasts! Monster Energy congratulates Gilbert “Durinho” Burns on defeating Jorge “Gamebred” Masvidal in the Welterweight Division fight at UFC 287 in … [Read more...] about Monster Energy’s Gilbert Burns Defeats Jorge Masvidal at UFC 287 in…
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Congratulations Keenan Bergins
Sun International’s Boardwalk Hotel has announced the appointment of Keenan Bergins as Operations Manager as of March 2023.Keenan BerginsBorn and bred in Gqeberha, Bergins matriculated from Theodor Herzl High School in 1998, before completing a B.Com Law Degree at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. He also holds an MBA from the University of Stellenbosch Business School. He is no stranger to the hospitality industry, having started working in various restaurants, bars and nightclubs in … [Read more...] about Congratulations Keenan Bergins
Athletes converge on Gqeberha for SA National Swimming Championships
Three-time Olympic medallist Roland Schoeman’s name is among those on the start lists for the SA National Championships in Gqeberha this week – the 42-year-old sprinter looking to take on the young guns at the 12-16 April meet.Schoeman has not competed at the national event since 2016, but has decided to give it another go in the 50 and 100m freestyle and the 50m butterfly. Also considered one of the veterans, but 11 years Schoeman’s junior is Chad le Clos, who has been enjoying a recent … [Read more...] about Athletes converge on Gqeberha for SA National Swimming Championships
PEP mini Netball to inspire a new generation of young girls
04 April 2023, Johannesburg: Leading retail brand, PEP is embarking on an exciting journey of positively impacting the lives of young girls across South Africa. The news came after PEP officially announced its partnership with South African Schools Netball (SASN), through the launch of the PEP mini Netball Festivals. Trusted for well over 60-years for its loyal service to its ever-growing customer base across Southern Africa, PEP is now further extending its community reach to young girls, … [Read more...] about PEP mini Netball to inspire a new generation of young girls
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality calls for water saving lifestyle as thousands expected for the Easter weekend
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is calling for residents and visitors to adopt a water saving lifestyle as thousands of visitors are expected for the Easter Weekend.From Thursday, 6 April 2023, the Metro expects to see an increase in the number of visitors, with some booked in at different hospitality establishments while some will be hosted by friends and relatives in their homes. These numbers will be further increased by the visitors who will be coming for the iconic and popular family … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality calls for water saving lifestyle as thousands expected for the Easter weekend
BMW’s 50th South African Anniversary
Dear EditorCongratulations, Congratulations, Congratulations to Bayerische Motorenwerke [Bavarian Motor Works] on its 50th Anniversary in South Africa. I am still advocating for a Mini plant to be established in the Coega Special Economic Zone [SEZ] primarily for Pan African and Western Asia Exports; akin to my proposal of an independent Caterpillar [CAT] Africa establishment that would be detached from the currently paralysing Barlowold conduit. After writing to BMW S.A’s Rosslyn for three … [Read more...] about BMW’s 50th South African Anniversary
Bay Council’s Spluma By-law approval major step towards improved planning and compliance
The approval of the Spatial Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA) By-law by the Council of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is a major step towards compliance with national legislation.Executive Mayor Retief Odendaal said this means that municipal officials, responsible for spatial planning and land use management, now have clear directives on how the national legislation must be implemented locally and goes a long way in ensuring that Nelson Mandela Bay truly is open for business. “We were way … [Read more...] about Bay Council’s Spluma By-law approval major step towards improved planning and compliance
Upgrade of the R336 route between Kirkwood and Addo has commenced
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to advise travellers that the R336 road upgrade is in progress between Kirkwood and Addo until 13 June 2024.Phase one of the upgrade will include stop-and-go sections where motorists must expect to wait approximately 10 minutes at each closure. The current stop-and-go sections will also be operational over the Easter weekend. The stop-and-go section at Sonop Street in Kirkwood is between Mimosa Street and Main Street. The … [Read more...] about Upgrade of the R336 route between Kirkwood and Addo has commenced
Adidas Unveils Nature-Inspired Federation Away Kits For FIFA Women’s World Cup
As proud partners to nine of the teams competing at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™ – adidas unveils the away kits for Argentina, Colombia, Germany, Japan, Spain, and Sweden, having already unveiled the eye-catching designs for Italy and Jamaica earlier this year and with the kits for the Philippines, still to be released in the coming months. As all eyes turn towards this year’s showpiece event, each federation kit is inspired by nature, celebrating the iconic scenery … [Read more...] about Adidas Unveils Nature-Inspired Federation Away Kits For FIFA Women’s World Cup
Electricity State of Disaster to End
Ponder this: You own a small business. One of your employees acts on your behalf You are sued in court for your employees actions And lose a great deal of money. What do you do? Disciplinary Action for the employee And a possible loss of a job for that employee Even if not – that employee will always be tagged as being ‘unreliable’! In Government the following happens all the time: An MP and a sitting President declare a State of Disaster (or something else) Civil Society challenge and win, … [Read more...] about Electricity State of Disaster to End
April Fuel Price Brings Some Relief
Consumers of diesel, paraffin and gas will breathe a little easier following price decreases in all fuels and slight changes in the prices of petrol.This after the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) released the updated prices for fuel, gas and paraffin for the month of April. The new prices are as follows: 93 grade petrol will decreased by one cent per litre 95 Petrol is expected to increase by two cents per litre Diesel 0.05% will go down by some 73c Diesel 0.005% is expected … [Read more...] about April Fuel Price Brings Some Relief
Eskom PFMA partial exemption withdrawn, FOR NOW
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says National Treasury has withdrawn Eskom’s partial exemption from the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) granted to the power utility last week.Godongwana announced the withdrawal during a joint meeting of Parliament’s Committee on Appropriations, the Standing Committee on Finance, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on the Auditor General and the Portfolio Committee on Public Enterprises. The exemption would have allowed Eskom … [Read more...] about Eskom PFMA partial exemption withdrawn, FOR NOW
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality introduces sign language in all Council meetings
To deliver inclusive, and effective communication for all its residents, including people with disabilities, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, today, introduced sign language as an official language during Council meetings.The use of sign language seeks to facilitate equitable access to services and information and promote multi-linguism, thus the Municipality will now have sign language interpreters for all Council meetings, said Municipal Spokesperson, Sithembiso Soyaya. On a medium to long … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality introduces sign language in all Council meetings
Bay Council approves load shedding mitigation strategy to curb economic meltdown
As part of its load shedding mitigation strategy, The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Council, yesterday, approved a plan to mitigate against the rolling blackouts caused by load shedding and negatively affecting residents and the local economy in the short, medium, and long term.Member of the Mayoral Committee for Electricity and Energy said: “This is in response to the municipality’s dwindling revenue collection from the sale of electricity as well as the pertinent need to soften the crippling … [Read more...] about Bay Council approves load shedding mitigation strategy to curb economic meltdown
Legal Aid SA Widens Access To Legal Services
The Legal Aid South Africa (Legal Aid SA) Means Test, used to determine if applicants qualify for legal aid, has been revised upwards to cater for increases in the Consumer Price Index. This will enable access to legal services to a wider group of people.The changes come into effect on 1 April 2023. Below is a summary of the new Means Test threshold. Legal Aid SA considers what applicants earn, after tax, and own: Applications for legal aid in criminal/civil cases – applicants must earn less … [Read more...] about Legal Aid SA Widens Access To Legal Services
