Nelson Mandela Bay will be hosting a unique Exhibition to showcase Tourism on the 13 -14 November at The Tramways Building, Lower Valley Road, in the Baakens Valley. The Exhibition, organised by PeriExpo, is aimed at helping to resuscitate the Tourism sector in our region and kick start live events where exhibitors can interact personally with the public! After months of “lockdown”, and international tourism still a big question mark, the local tourism products are looking to local … [Read more...] about Kick Starting Tourism in the Eastern Cape
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Ricardo – Visual Artist
Multidisciplinary artist specialising in Pencil drawing, painting , experimental project, installation design. Branding concepts and graphics. Copywriting , poetry and mosaic work are all part of my mixed bag of skills and abilities. I enjoy collaboration with other artists and I am also a project facilitator. My journey in art started in primary school drawing pics out of science and other textbooks. Cartoons were also a huge influence and I would love to further hone my skills in … [Read more...] about Ricardo – Visual Artist
Kirshin George – Poet
Kirshin George is a Poet based in Booysens Park, Nelson Mandela Bay. Kirshin George says: My name is Kirshin George, I go by Free_Poetree. My poetry focuses on social issues plaguing coloured and disadvantages communities. I hope that one day kids find hope in poetry and see that their voice makes a difference Kirshin is also skilled in: Music Contact Kirshin here: Phone: (084) 209-4680 WhatsApp: (084) 209-4680 Web … [Read more...] about Kirshin George – Poet
Farook – Visual Artist
Farook Mohammed is a Painter based in 181 Jameson Road, Schauderville, Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay. Farook Mohammed says: I come from a very diverse family background and have family in nearly every part of the world. I was born and raised in the beautiful Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Eastern Cape, South Africa. I’ve traveled around the country and made home of our other noted and beautifully vibrant cities such as Johannesburg and Durban but I’m now back in my hometown. I’m also a … [Read more...] about Farook – Visual Artist
Sihle Somana – Performer
Sihle Somana is a Musician based in New Brighton, Nelson Mandela Bay. Sihle Somana says: Sihle Somana, stage name – Irvh is a singer/songwriter/producer/recording artist. A multi-talented musician based in Port Elizabeth. 2020 NMU: Braveyard Hip Hop Society Marketing and Branding officer. Getting early recognition from performing on Nelson Mandela University stages, his debut EP secured him a 2020 Mzansi Arts & Media Awards Best Upcoming Artist nomination, making it to the final … [Read more...] about Sihle Somana – Performer
Tower of Light – A Real Opportunity to Create an Iconic Unifying Heritage Site
The proposed Nelson Mandela Tower of Light concept encompasses a 27-storey building constructed predominantly of glass, with each floor representing a year of former South African President and struggle icon Nelson Mandela's prison sentence at Robben Island. These 27-storeys are divided into three phases representing different aspects of his struggle. The Tower of Light is a proposed iconic landmark along the lines of the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower and the like that will create an … [Read more...] about Tower of Light – A Real Opportunity to Create an Iconic Unifying Heritage Site
Port Elizabeth Comedians on YouTube
Port Elizabeth can boast of a number of well known comedians from PE. BUT, they don't seem to be that visible on YouTube - maybe they don't find it funny enough? Anyway a recent search on YouTube for "Port Elizabeth" Comedy burped up a few gems... https://youtu.be/VZ163AFHl-k Comedian passes out during Jet Ride L39 in Port Elizabeth over Seaview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5YE1JkAFmI&t=0s Comedian at Joyous Celebrations concert Port Elizabeth - … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Comedians on YouTube
Sisa Qaba – Creator
Sisa Qaba is a Writer and Composer based in 6 Alba Bouwer, Overbaakens, Nelson Mandela Bay. Sisa Qaba says: Writer, composer, producer and event and artist management Sisa is also skilled in: Facilitation), Composer, DJ, Editing, Film Directing, Music, Music Producer, Performing Arts, Photography, Poetry, Publishing, Rapping Contact Sisa here: Phone: (071) 312-1132 WhatsApp: (067) 808-6000 Web Site: Facebook: Twitter: Pinterest: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube … [Read more...] about Sisa Qaba – Creator
Musical Elements
Musical Elements is an NPO based in 6 Alba Bouwer. Overbaakens, Nelson Mandela Bay. Musical Elements says: This is an NPO aimed at developing local talent through events, production and development by means of providing support services, seminars and training workshops Musical is also skilled in: Facilitation, Choreography, Composer, Dance, DJ, Editing, Hiphop, Music, Music Producer, Opera, Performing Arts, Photography, Poetry, Publishing, Rapping, Visual Arts Contact Musical … [Read more...] about Musical Elements
Khaya-Music – Education, Creating and Entertainment
Khaya Hadi is a Musician based in 725 Nduma Street kwazakhele, Nelson Mandela Bay. Khaya Hadi says: Since 2019 I’ve been working with the youth of Zwide, Kwazakhelele and New Brighton. I am teaching them music theory, piano and organ. I’m also a qualified voice coach I teach them how to use voice as an instrument my main stream is classical music but i have been helping Jazz, Pop, and Vocalists from other genres. Khaya is also skilled in: Facilitation), Choral, Composer, Music, Opera, … [Read more...] about Khaya-Music – Education, Creating and Entertainment
Popular in PE on 3 February 2021
Today we chat about Stance and MAYBE why that has become a hot potato in the hands of opposing political parties. Then we introduce you to a winner of a Vlog, allow someone to pray for your sins and you get to know why I slept in Mass every Sunday. We wrap it up with a grammar lesson, new mask design proposals and a warning about the SEVENTH Wave. Enjoy. https://youtu.be/RbH1ldQQYDA Please visit the videos featured in our round up and give them a thumbs up or a subscribe or a thank … [Read more...] about Popular in PE on 3 February 2021
Athol Trollip chats to Gino on Gino’s Spot
Get to know the previous Federal Chairperson of the DA and NMB Mayor Athol Trollip as Gino shares some light-hearted fun as he discovers the person behind the politics. This was also your chance to ask Athol anything you want to know in the comments too! Gino's Spot is dedicated to a genuine love of the Eastern Cape and its surroundings as seen through the zany lens of comedian Gino Fabbri, and is gratefully sponsored by Fitch & Leedes and Spar. The search for upliftment, meaning and … [Read more...] about Athol Trollip chats to Gino on Gino’s Spot
Outlook for Accommodation Establishments Continues to be Dire
MyPE recently asked (through the kind assistance of PEMBBA) a number of local establishments to complete a survey on their occupational percentages for December 2020 as compared to December 2019. The results (SO FAR) are below: December 2019 Average Occupational Percentage was 57% December 2020 Average Occupational Percentage was 24.125% The comments reveal just how hard tourism has been hit by the Lockdowns: "Have recently accepted long term room rentals and am using access … [Read more...] about Outlook for Accommodation Establishments Continues to be Dire
Historical Kimberley Images
Historical photographs from Kimberley, South Africa. See the Big Hole when it was still a Pothole! Images from the Bob Binnell Collection and available individually as High Res Images. https://youtu.be/fKBfhGAbYX4 We are not going to hound you to "Subscribe", "Smash the Like Button", "Ring the Bell" or other stuff. ALL we want is for you to #BeKind and spread the love in the world. Learn more about Port Elizabeth here: https://mype.co.za Browse historical images from Port Elizabeth: … [Read more...] about Historical Kimberley Images
The Vegan Thing Beat
Inspired by The Chicken Thing Beat we sanitised the lyrics for Vegans into The Vegan Thing Beat, the results of which are below: https://youtu.be/Ddes66ftZb4 Vegan Things, Vegan Things Soya Guacamole Chickpea macaroni Vegging with my homies Vegan Things, Vegan Things Soya Guacamole Vegging with mah Vegging with mah vegan vegan thing vegan vegan thing vegan vegan vegan vegan vegan thing vegan vegan vegan vegan thing Soya Guacamole Chickpea macaroni Vegging with my … [Read more...] about The Vegan Thing Beat
