Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Sandton-born motorsport driver Keagan Masters says while he may have been “born and raised” on the circuit, his wins are down to pure dedication to practice and preparation. “I got into motorsport through my father, Wayne Masters, who has been competing in the sport since 1993. He has been my inspiration since I was born. His work ethic and resilience motivate me. … [Read more...] about Practice and prep key to master a sport
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The Ideal African EV Will Solve Many Needs
We would love to hear this response from Auto Manufacturers; “Challenge Accepted!” Time for a uniquely African solution to EV’s and Loadshedding We are all familiar with the naysayer point of view to Electric Vehicles (EV) in Africa: “With loadshedding you will not be able to fill up!” or “EV’s will lead to massive job losses!” BUT, I beg to differ as those ‘sentiments’ play directly to an opportunity for the savvy motor manufacturer. In a nutshell: Define a new market Fill an emerging basic … [Read more...] about The Ideal African EV Will Solve Many Needs
Gqeberha Welcomes Athletes To 18th Isuzu Ironman® African Championship Event
NELSON MANDELA BAY, South Africa. (February 28, 2023) – This Sunday, over 2,000 athletes will line up at Hobie Beach in Nelson Mandela Bay, ready to race in the 18th edition of the ISUZU IRONMAN African Championship and the 2nd edition of the ISUZU IRONMAN 70.3 Nelson Mandela Bay. ISUZU IRONMAN African Championship has taken place in Nelson Mandela Bay since 2005, and each year welcomes a strong International professional field, all with the aim of battling it out for the title of African … [Read more...] about Gqeberha Welcomes Athletes To 18th Isuzu Ironman® African Championship Event
Africa’s rich maths legacy
Did you know that Africa is home to some of the world’s earliest mathematical systems? Apart from the sophisticated maths that went into building Egypt’s pyramids, artefacts found across the continent indicate that ancient African civilizations were using maths in their daily lives.To celebrate Africa’s often overlooked and undervalued contribution to mathematics, Nelson Mandela University has selected the theme “Mathematics in Africa: past, present and future” for its annual MathArt … [Read more...] about Africa’s rich maths legacy
PICKLE JUICE AFRICANX TRAILRUN routes lead to a PARTY ON FOOT!
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. “Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money” Trail running teams can look forward to a ‘PARTY ON FOOT’ at the 13th annual PICKLE JUICE AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race that will take place at the picturesque Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape) the weekend of 17 – 19 March 2023. SA’s premier three-day stage trail run, the PICKLE JUICE AFRICANX TRAILRUN was launched in … [Read more...] about PICKLE JUICE AFRICANX TRAILRUN routes lead to a PARTY ON FOOT!
Nelson Mandela University lecturer excels in elite global mentorship programme
A Nelson Mandela University academic – Brenda Scholtz – has been selected as a mentor for an elite global mentorship programme.One of only two mentors from Africa participating in the programme, Prof Brenda Scholtz, a lecturer in the Computing Sciences Department at Nelson Mandela University, was also invited as a panellist presenting during the first session of the MIS Quarterly Scholarly Development programme. Only three panellists of the 44 mentors from across the globe – including seasoned … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela University lecturer excels in elite global mentorship programme
URGENT: Boil Before Drinking
To supplement the water supply into the Metro, additional water has been introduced into the water reticulation system through boreholes. As such NMBM is advising consumers to boil tap water before ingestion.With the addition of unblended ground water into our reticulation system, low dam levels and fluctuating reservoir levels the quality of the water is constantly changing and can not be 100 percent guaranteed. Through a system of blending water from different water sources, a blending ratio … [Read more...] about URGENT: Boil Before Drinking
Proudly SA Award for the only manufacturer of Off-The-Road (OTR) Bias tyres in South Africa
Tyres produced locally by Goodyear South Africa have been certified ‘Proudly South African’ by the country’s official buy local advocacy campaign, Proudly South African.The certification means Goodyear’s tyres that are pressed out of the company’s manufacturing plant in Kariega, which include consumer and Off-The-Road (OTR) Bias tyres, are deemed as meeting local content thresholds and, more importantly, quality standards. It serves to note that Goodyear is currently the only tyre manufacturer … [Read more...] about Proudly SA Award for the only manufacturer of Off-The-Road (OTR) Bias tyres in South Africa
4 Companies Permitted To Sell Non-Potable Water In Nelson Mandela Bay Only
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has given four companies permission to supply non-potable water throughout the Metro in terms of Clause 26 (1) of the NMBM By-Laws and the General Authorisation Permit. This has been done to assist during times of water shortages.Permits have been issued to the companies by the Department of Water and Sanitation. The Department has granted these companies permission to use their source of water as detailed in the approval and under the prevailing laws of the … [Read more...] about 4 Companies Permitted To Sell Non-Potable Water In Nelson Mandela Bay Only
Commonwealth Silver Medalist, Daniel Ebenyo sets his sights on the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
Commonwealth Silver Medalist, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo (Kenya) will once again showcase his incredible racing prowess in South Africa this time at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K that will debut in “The Friendly City” on Sunday 02 April 2023.No stranger to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, Ebenyo has raced in the Mother City twice at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, winning the then Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 12K in 2021, before returning in May 2022 to race in the revamped Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE … [Read more...] about Commonwealth Silver Medalist, Daniel Ebenyo sets his sights on the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
African Hunts & Safaris: Providing Memorable Hunting Experiences in South Africa
African Hunts & Safaris is a renowned African hunting outfitters and South African hunting outfitters that offers exceptional African hunting experiences with outstanding customer service. African Hunts & Safaris prides itself on providing responsible and sustainable hunting, ethical and fair hunt practices, and free-roaming game. Personalized Hunting Packages African Hunts & Safaris offers personalized hunting packages that can cater to the needs of the individual hunter, and they … [Read more...] about African Hunts & Safaris: Providing Memorable Hunting Experiences in South Africa
Ironman Secures Title Sponsor to 2025
Gqeberha, ISUZU Motors South Africa (IMSAf) is proud to announce its title sponsorship for the 2023-2025 IRONMAN races in South Africa. As a title partner, ISUZU will provide branded vehicles to facilitate the vast logistical support that comes with preparing and hosting for an event of this nature. Celestin Ndhlovu, ISUZU Motors South Africa Vice President of Strategy, Business Planning and Marketing says, “ISUZU has a long-standing relationship with IRONMAN spanning over 14 years. In 2009 we … [Read more...] about Ironman Secures Title Sponsor to 2025
Your Mother’s Murder is an Opportunity for You to Petition for the Return of the Death Penalty
Of all the idiotic drivel that we have seen from the pen of the President – this mornings attempt at spindoctoring the deep kak that South Africa is in after being greylisted takes the cake.The title of Cyril’s weekly missive to the peasants reads; “SOUTH AFRICA’S GREY LISTING IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO STRENGTHEN THE FIGHT AGAINST FINANCIAL CRIMES.” Sir, merely stating the obvious and doing sweet fokol about it does not exonerate you from blame and nor does it fix things. You could have lead with the … [Read more...] about Your Mother’s Murder is an Opportunity for You to Petition for the Return of the Death Penalty
EPVCC Exhibition
On Sunday 26 February 2023 the Eastern Province Veteran Car Club held an exhibition at their Conymgham Road premises of a number of classic vehicles.It was a relaxing day in the sun and a good catch up for my self seeing some old mates – Gino, Carol-Ann, Grizel and Louis thanks for the chats. Images from the day: 26 February 2023 – EPVCC The Eastern Province Veteran Car Club, based in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, was founded in 1969. The EPVCC’s aim is to encourage the acquisition, use, restoration, … [Read more...] about EPVCC Exhibition
Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km ready to break records
The beautiful coastal stretch of Marine Drive will be abuzz of excitement on Sunday morning as the third edition of the Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km returns to the friendly city of Gqeberha.With three world records and many world bests and national and continental records set in the previous two editions, the 2023 edition wants to continue this trend and yet another world class field has arrived in Nelson Mandela Bay. “I am very pleased with the elite field that has assembled this … [Read more...] about Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km ready to break records
