Please be advised that the water supply to parts of Alexander Park Industrial and Logistics Park in Uitenhage will be shut off on Sunday, 14 April 2019 at approximately 09H00. This is due to maintenance work being carried out at the Scheepers Hoogte reservoir. Work is expected to be completed the same day and supply should be restored by late afternoon. Water tankers will be dispatched to the affected areas as required. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. … [Read more...] about Water Supply off in Uitenhage
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When the Blind Lead
Just over a year ago – fresh into his honours course and with a newly obtained postgraduate certificate in education – Avukile Jeke threw in the towel because of what he described as a “very difficult” undergraduate journey. The plan? To pursue an opportunity to fulfil his lifelong dream of teaching and exposing his pupils, particularly the differently abed, to the array of opportunities that have seen him continuously climb to greater heights. When that did not pan out, Mount Frere-born … [Read more...] about When the Blind Lead
Electrical Engineering Students Return from China
Eastcape Midlands TVET College (EMC), on 31 March 2019 welcomed back 7 of its Electrical Engineering students who had been away to China on a 12 month funded international training programme. The programme was fully funded and supported by the Chinese Culture and International Education Exchange Centre together with EWSETA. The main purpose of the programme was to create opportunities for the students to gain work experience through integrating them in a real work learning methodology that … [Read more...] about Electrical Engineering Students Return from China
Water Shutdown on Thursday
Please be advised that the water will be shut down in parts of the City as two Pressure Reducing Valve installations will be taking place this coming Thursday, 11 April from 9 AM. The following areas will be affected: Sherwood Glenroy Park Kunene Park Ben Kamma Vikingvale Brymore Water tankers will be available at these locations: Sherwood Spar in Devon Road Walker Drive Shopping Centre We apologize for any inconvenience caused. … [Read more...] about Water Shutdown on Thursday
Do Your bit to strengthen democracy, equality and justice
Mandela University graduates called on to advance democracy and social justice: “What will you do with your education from Nelson Mandela University to change the world – for your family, your community, your profession, your country? What contribution will you make towards Africa’s growth and development that leads to a better life for all?” This question by Chancellor Dr Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi calls on new graduates to go out into the world and change it – as the institutional tagline … [Read more...] about Do Your bit to strengthen democracy, equality and justice
A Secured And Transparent Housing Waiting List
A Government subsidy housing waiting list will be in the palm of your hands. National Human Settlements Minister, Nomaindiya Mfeketho told hundreds of Uitenhage residents at the launch of the Smart Housing Needs Register (housing waiting list) today. April 5, 2019. Nelson Mandela Bay residents will from now on be able to check on their housing application through their smart phones. This will be done through an App that can be downloaded on any android smart phone. The system has been made … [Read more...] about A Secured And Transparent Housing Waiting List
A Child in Sport is a Child Out of Court
SPORT is one of the activities which brings about social cohesion and helps young people to accumulate skills. Consequently, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in partnership with SA Hockey have today officially opened Gelvandale Astro Turf for hockey. The sporting field will benefit about 38 schools in and around the metro. Councillor Sandra Fillis, a member of the portfolio committee for Sports Recreation, Arts and Culture in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, said the sporting ground will … [Read more...] about A Child in Sport is a Child Out of Court
Honouring SA’s Change Agents
Four remarkable South Africans whose work resonates with the Nelson Mandela University’s resolve to be in service to society are among more than 5000 graduands to be capped during Nelson Mandela University’s upcoming autumn graduation. Cleric and civil servant Reverend Frank Chikane; businesswoman and president of the African Farmers Association of South Africa (Afasa) Dr Vuyo Mahlati; Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund chief executive officer Sibongile Mkhabela and specialist family physician … [Read more...] about Honouring SA’s Change Agents
News that doesn’t have any bearing on 8 May
Human Settlements to hand over houses in PE Human Settlements Deputy Minister Zou Kota-Fredericks and Eastern Cape Human Settlements MEC Babalo Madikizela will, on Tuesday, officially hand over houses in Walmer, Port Elizabeth. The department said the Walmer Enhanced People’s Housing Process (PHP) is the flagship project in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro utilising the cooperatives methodology in the delivery of houses. “The project encapsulates the principles of community participation and the … [Read more...] about News that doesn’t have any bearing on 8 May
Who is the April fool in this equation?
Last month Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Cllr Mongameli Bobani, alleged that a man entered City Hall and apparently pointed a gun at him whilst demanding a house. In February 2019 Herald Live answered the question; "Why security is so slack at City Hall?" and postulated that "Problems escalate[d] after metro cut ties with Afrisec Strategic Solutions" The municipality cut ties with Afrisec Strategic Solutions in 2016 and started legal action against the firm for R92m it believes it is … [Read more...] about Who is the April fool in this equation?
Tonight’s Boxing Extravaganza
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM), in conjunction with Zantsi Showtime Boxing Productions, will be hosting a boxing tournament at Nangoza Jebe Community Hall, New Brighton on Friday 29th March 2019. It starts at 6PM. The main bout in this Women’s Tournament is featuring our very own, Port Elizabeth born boxer, Nozipho “Intsimbi” Bell who will be challenging the current World Boxing Federation (WBF) Featherweight Champion, Unathi “Showtime” Myekeni of East London. Speaking at the … [Read more...] about Tonight’s Boxing Extravaganza
Workers March, Refuse Uncollected
Please be advised that Municipal workers have embarked on a March today and as a result no refuse collection is expected. Affected areas are as follows: KwaNobuhle part 1, 2, 6 & 7 KwaNobuhle area 3A Joe Modise, Peace Village & Hani/Ramaphosa Part of Rosedale between 24th Avenue, Rosedale Drive, Heron & North Street Extension Moggesuikel & Rosedale Extension Despatch (Central, Bothasrus, South of Berg Street & Azalia Park Reservouir Hills, Dalkeviewa … [Read more...] about Workers March, Refuse Uncollected
Required Reading for Cape Town People
Especially those that continue to live in the dream world that says that Cape Point is the place where two oceans meet, For the one millionth time people, Cape Agulhas is the official point where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet! The Iconic Map of Africa Monument has been unveiled at the Southernmost tip of Africa in the Agulhas National Park in the Southern Overberg region of the Western Cape. The map pays homage to the mighty African continent and boasts a circumference of 30 … [Read more...] about Required Reading for Cape Town People
Ratepayers Sponsor Equipment for Bay cooperatives
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality handed over industrial strength equipment to twenty local cooperatives already contracted to the South African Social Security Agency to manufacture school uniforms, an initiative that will create 130 job opportunities. Member of the Mayoral Committee for Economic Development, Tourism and Agriculture, Cllr Noluthando Pink, said the handover of equipment is part of a long-term plan to establish a textile hub where all designers will be housed under one … [Read more...] about Ratepayers Sponsor Equipment for Bay cooperatives
Relief at Loadshedding Break
Statement by Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Councillor Mongameli Bobani: I want to express my relief at the current week-long break that has been confirmed by Eskom on the devastating load-shedding. This challenge has had a serious negative effect on ordinary residents, both working and job seeking. It has also been felt by business, more especially Small and Medium businesses operating in our townships. The break will go a long way in relieving our people and businesses from the … [Read more...] about Relief at Loadshedding Break
