More than 25 000 Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality households are set to benefit from the implementation 141 human settlements projects after the NMBM secured R349 635 million from National government to upgrade informal settlements in the upcoming 2023- 2024 financial year.The Informal Settlement Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG) will be used for the installation of water, sanitation infrastructure and electrification of informal settlements. This grant will benefit the 156 approved informal … [Read more...] about More than R300 Million set for informal settlements upgrade
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Check if YOU are in a ‘RED ZONE’
The NMBM has issued another urgent plea to residents and businesses to urgently reduce water consumption as low dam levels threaten water supply. See today’s Dam Levels HERE.Due to the severity of the drought crisis in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, the City’s Drought Crisis Joint Operating Centre has resolved to reduce water abstractions back to the gazette levels and close public amenities in an effort to preserve and maximise the low water resources at its disposal. This comes as the City’s … [Read more...] about Check if YOU are in a ‘RED ZONE’
CSA Mounts A First-Ever Career Expo At Supersport Park During The South Africa And West Indies Test
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) is set to mount the first-ever Career Expo during the South Africa and West Indies Test series that will be played at SuperSport Park between 28 February and 4 March 2023.This initiative is part of an educational theme headlining the series, aimed at offering career guidance to learners, students, and young professionals. Various institutions, including CSA and sponsors, will set up their gazebos inside the grounds where they will showcase the numerous … [Read more...] about CSA Mounts A First-Ever Career Expo At Supersport Park During The South Africa And West Indies Test
Overtime Launches Overtime Boxing (OTX) with DAZN As Exclusive Media…
Overtime Launches Overtime Boxing (OTX) with DAZN As Exclusive Media Rights Partner and C4 Energy as Inaugural Sponsor “These next waves of fighters have remarkable stories of grit and perseverance. We feel privileged that we can help empower them as they work to reach their dreams and share their stories with Overtime’s millions of fans,” said Brandon Rhodes, GM of OTX. BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PRWEB) February 21, 2023 Overtime, builder of disruptive new sports leagues, announced its entry into … [Read more...] about Overtime Launches Overtime Boxing (OTX) with DAZN As Exclusive Media…
Would You Do Your Own Brain Surgery?
For many years consumers had a modicum of protection when it came to protecting themselves from being electrocuted or maimed. Our authorities were very strident when it came to ensuring that unqualified persons did not do work on any electrical installation. Combined with that electrical goods suppliers only dealt with registered electricians at their trade counters, electricians had very close working relationships with their local municipalities and ensured that they followed the rules and … [Read more...] about Would You Do Your Own Brain Surgery?
Huge Encounter for Ireland in Gqeberha Today
Ireland captain Laura Delany promised there is more to come from her side as they end their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023 campaign against India on Monday.Delany’s side are winless from their first three matches, with narrow defeat against West Indies on Friday ensuring they could not qualify for the semi-finals. It means their tournament will come to an end at St George’s Park in Gqeberha against an India side looking to bounce back from defeat to England. “We know that we’ve performed well in … [Read more...] about Huge Encounter for Ireland in Gqeberha Today
Brother and Sister duo set to run hard and have fun at the AFRICANX TRAILRUN
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” The competition in the Mixed Team Category of the AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race, that will take place at the Houw Hoek Hotel (Western Cape) the weekend of 17 – 19 March 2023, has gone up a level with the pairing up of brother and sister duo Stuart Marais (Addo, Eastern Cape) and Kerry-Ann Marshall (Newlands, Cape … [Read more...] about Brother and Sister duo set to run hard and have fun at the AFRICANX TRAILRUN
MySociaLife launches SA’s first ‘Digital Life Skills Summit’
To inform schools of this reality, the social media educators have announced a first for South Africa – The MySociaLife ‘Digital Life Skills Summit for Schools’ — equipping teachers with the knowledge and skills they need to keep their students safer online, so they can explore and excel in a competitive decade. Taking place on Thursday, 16th Feb 2023, the 2-hour mini-summit shared five presentations on where students and schools currently find themselves, and how they can chart a new … [Read more...] about MySociaLife launches SA’s first ‘Digital Life Skills Summit’
Gqeberha’s Double Header Looms
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup machine rolled into Gqeberha and today (Saturday 18 February) offers a juicy double header as England take on India in the first match starting at 15h00 followed by the BIG ONE between South Africa and Australia (the current World Champs) at 19h00.Attendance at these two crunch games is expected to be up on the last couple of matches. At St Georges Park there are many additional activities on offer for old and young alike. South Africa v Australia South African … [Read more...] about Gqeberha’s Double Header Looms
North End Cluster Signs Historic Agreement To Form Business Association
A historic agreement has been signed by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber’s North End Cluster on Friday to establish a business association as part of a collaborative effort to address key service delivery challenges facing their geographical area.This bodes well for the business community in the area as it reaffirms their commitment to eradicate common issues that affect the ease of doing business within their precinct. It also aligns with the Chamber’s resurgence strategy that encourages … [Read more...] about North End Cluster Signs Historic Agreement To Form Business Association
SONA Focus on Energy Welcomed
Gqeberha, South Africa, 17 February 2022 – Coega announced today that it welcomes the State of the Nation Address (SONA) 2023 by the President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency, Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa.During his Address, the President outlined numerous plans to help manage socio-economic challenges associated with rampant crime, high unemployment, and of course, load shedding. Coega and its partners are fully committed to working with Government and supporting other parties to … [Read more...] about SONA Focus on Energy Welcomed
Gqeberha’s Smiles for England
A fightback with the bat and brilliance from England’s spinners set up an 11-run victory over India in Gqeberha in the battle of the previously unbeaten teams in Group 2 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023.Renuka Singh was outstanding early for India, taking five for 15, as England found themselves in early trouble at 29 for three. However, Nat Sciver-Brunt made 50, with Amy Jones (40) and Heather Knight (28), helping England fight back to make 151 for seven. Smriti Mandhana played the … [Read more...] about Gqeberha’s Smiles for England
8 367 Fans Rooted for South Africa
Australia proved once again at St Georges Park, Gqeberha just why they are the top ranked T20 team (out of 54) in the World when they beat South Africa by six wickets, with 21 balls to spare, and became the first team to qualify for the knockout stage of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023.The official attendance figures saw 8 367 paying fans through the gate to watch the double header on Saturday. The win for Australia ensures they will top Group 1 and ease through to the semi-finals of the … [Read more...] about 8 367 Fans Rooted for South Africa
Dear Minister Godongwana and @TreasuryRSA – THIS is a Valid Suggestion for Solar Incentives
During his State of the Nation Address on 9 February, President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, would reveal a tax incentive related to rooftop solar for households and businesses during the 2023 Budget on 22 February.As is customary every year this year Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has once again invited South Africans to make inputs on what they would like to see reflected in the upcoming National Budget Speech. Citizens are encouraged to submit their … [Read more...] about Dear Minister Godongwana and @TreasuryRSA – THIS is a Valid Suggestion for Solar Incentives
Kapp relishing ‘special’ St George’s Park homecoming
Experienced all-rounder to play first international match at St George’s Park Blockbuster double-header between England and India and South Africa and Australia a repeat of 2020 Women’s T20 World Cup semi-finals Proteas all-rounder, Marizanne Kapp, is relishing the opportunity to play in front of her home crowd for the first time when South Africa faces Australia in a crucial ICC Women’s T20 World Cup clash at St George’s Park on Saturday. The experienced Kapp has played 221 international … [Read more...] about Kapp relishing ‘special’ St George’s Park homecoming
