Six specialised awards to be presented after the Final on 11 February Monday, 6 February: The Betway SA20 League has introduced the following awards to reward the excellent performances from the players in the inaugural season. There have been some striking standout performances in the opening weeks, with more expected as the League enters into the exciting business end. Faf du Plessis (369) of the Joburg Super Kings and Heinrich Klaasen (363) of Durban’s Super Giants top the run … [Read more...] about Betway SA20 special player awards announced
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Fatal drowning on Pelsrus Beach
Paul van Jaarsveld, NSRI Jeffreys Bay station commander, said: On Saturday, 4, February, at 13h41, NSRI Jeffreys Bay duty crew were activated following reports of a drowning in progress at Pelsrus Beach.Kouga lifeguards had responded from Main Beach, NSRI Jeffreys Bay launched the sea rescue craft Rescue 37 Alpha, NSRI rescue swimmers, EC Government Health EMS, Kouga Fire and Rescue Services, the SA Police Services, Kouga Law Enforcement and Private Care ambulance services responded. Lifeguards … [Read more...] about Fatal drowning on Pelsrus Beach
Gary and Retief Highlight Service Delivery Successes
This morning Cllr Gary van Niekerk, Speaker of Council & Cllr Retief Odendaal Executive Mayor on Nelson Mandela Bay highlighted service delivery successes achieved by the newest coalition government saying:While the nature of council meetings are a robust sharing of opinions and sparring of ideas, the golden thread of what we do must be to put the citizens of Nelson Mandela Bay first. I can proudly share that as the Speaker of Council under the current coalition government – we have started … [Read more...] about Gary and Retief Highlight Service Delivery Successes
Supply Chain Transformation
Kariega – Through the ongoing support of Volkswagen’s B-BBEE Initiatives Trust, a former employee of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) was able to realise his dream of becoming a business owner – and a supplier to his former employer.Morgan Waterboer, co-owner and managing director of MCR Plastics, has received support from the B-BBEE Initiatives Trust as well as VWSA’s involvement in the Automotive Industry Transformation Fund (AITF) Equity Equivalent Programme, in the time since he started … [Read more...] about Supply Chain Transformation
Betway SA20 warns against unofficial match ticket websites
Friday, 3 February: SA20 has warned cricket fans to beware of online websites claiming to have SA20 match tickets for sale. Organisers have noted a marked increase in offers of tickets for sale via secondary, mainly online, markets.The only official outlets for tickets to Betway SA20 matches this year is Ticketpro. Online “re-sellers” – masquerading under a host of brand names – do not have any official access to tickets. “Tickets are promised, often highly inflated prices are … [Read more...] about Betway SA20 warns against unofficial match ticket websites
We want to win this trophy once again
“It’s amazing to be here in South Africa ready to test ourselves in another global tournament. We have come close on a few occasions since 2017 and it would be really special to go one step further this time around,” says England captain Heather Knight in an interview with the ICC.It’s a gorgeous country to be in and it’s been nice to spend some time here acclimatising and playing some warm-up games versus New Zealand. Equally we were able to go and support our England Women U19 team, who made … [Read more...] about We want to win this trophy once again
Hair and Makeup Trends for 2023
Are You Jade, Chloe, Megan or Ava?On Wednesday evening 1 February 2023 the Built Environment Ladies Association (BELA) hosted Simon Clark from Simon Clark Hairdressing and Make Up Artist Kayleigh Stopforth in a personal development event at the Beach Hotel. Two takeaways that resonated from both professionals were these: “There are only three main hairstyles in the world: The One Length Cut, The Layer Cut and The Graduation Cut” ~ Simon Clark. “If you look good, you feel good. And, if you feel … [Read more...] about Hair and Makeup Trends for 2023
Inverters Are An Important Component In Many Renewable Energy Systems
What is an inverter?An inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC) electricity into alternating current (AC) electricity. Inverters are commonly used in a variety of applications, including powering AC devices from DC sources such as batteries or solar panels, and converting AC electricity from one voltage level to another. There are several different types of inverters, including: Pure sine wave inverters, which produce AC electricity that is very similar in waveform to the … [Read more...] about Inverters Are An Important Component In Many Renewable Energy Systems
In South Africa, we expect pace and bounce
“We have never been as confident as we are going into this tournament. Our ambitions are nothing less than winning the tournament—that is our ultimate goal. Our confidence stems from recent results, the skills and competencies of our players, and the experience we have with the team,” said Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu speaking to the ICC.We just competed well in the Asia Cup and were able to make the final against India. We beat several teams, including Bangladesh in the initial stage … [Read more...] about In South Africa, we expect pace and bounce
CSA And Castle Lager Announce Official Supplier Partnership
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) and The South African Breweries (SAB) are pleased to announce their continued partnership which will power the Proteas men and women’s teams and international cricket matches taking place within the borders of South Africa.The Castle Lager brand in the SAB portfolio of beers has been a partner of Cricket South Africa for the past 23 years. Castle Lager which has been the ‘Official Beer of the Proteas’ has always been the winner because it enables sports … [Read more...] about CSA And Castle Lager Announce Official Supplier Partnership
Odean Smith: The standard of the SA20 has been amazing
Thursday, 2 February: MI Cape Town’s Odean Smith follows in the long line of blockbuster West Indian T20 all-rounders and the Jamaican has had a similar dynamic impact on the first round of the Betway SA20.Smith hails from Kingston, the same town as T20 legend Andre “Dr Dre” Russell, and plays the game with a similar exuberance and style. The 26-year-old has run in hard for MI Cape Town and picked up seven wickets already in just five games and is an integral part of the Newlands-based … [Read more...] about Odean Smith: The standard of the SA20 has been amazing
Sune Luus: We hope to keep the trophy at home
“With it being a home World Cup, we’re very excited. We’re going to have all our family and friends at every game, so that’s also very exciting,” says Sune Luus.The aim for every team in the World Cup is obviously to win that trophy. In the past we’ve come so close every time; we’ve made the semi-finals and then having to go through that loss. So hopefully this year is our year, where we can actually get through the semi-finals, get into that final and hopefully keep the trophy in South Africa. … [Read more...] about Sune Luus: We hope to keep the trophy at home
Lab test confirms Phangiso bowls with non-compliant action
Left-arm spinner to be supported through rehabilitation process Thursday, 2 February: Joburg Super Kings’ left-arm spinner, Aaron Phangiso, underwent an ICC Accredited Bowling Action Test at the University of Pretoria on 27 January. The Test was overseen by ICC accredited practitioner, Dr Helen Bayne. The test confirmed that Phangiso had bowled with a non-compliant action as identified by the Betway SA20 Independent Bowling Action Panel. Phangiso’s suspension from bowling in the … [Read more...] about Lab test confirms Phangiso bowls with non-compliant action
KwaMagxaki athletes can now dress to impress
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. The participants of several sports codes at KwaMagxaki High School can now dress to impress after a sizeable donation of sportswear by SPAR Eastern Cape in Gqeberha on Friday. Roseann Shadrach, the retailer’s advertising manager in the province, said that she was thrilled to be able to create “forever smiles” in the lives of the scholars as she presented the … [Read more...] about KwaMagxaki athletes can now dress to impress
Time to Catch Some Love at the Savoy
It’s time for one of the most popular events on the G&S Calendar for the last 14 years, our annual Valentine’s Cabaret, “Love is in the Air”. The show features a fabulous line-up of outstanding local performers led on, and off, stage by well-known local theatre personality and G&S President, Rose Cowpar. “This show really has something for everyone; couples, friends, family and anyone who enjoys a great night’s entertainment!” Cowpar said.Love is in the Air is directed by Cowpar, who is … [Read more...] about Time to Catch Some Love at the Savoy
