Johannesburg, 1 August 2023 – South Africa’s leading stationery and art materials retailer PNA is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 FUNKY SOCKS DAY campaign, in collaboration with non-profit organisation (NPO) Breadline Africa in a combined bid to make a positive impact on early child development and improve schools in vulnerable communities across the country. The FUNKY SOCKS DAY campaign is hoping you will help make a difference – and encourage your friends and family to join … [Read more...] about PNA and Breadline Africa kick off FUNKY SOCKS DAY 2023
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Water Outages – Water, Water everywhere and not a Drop to Drink…
Despite heavy rains and bitterly cold weather these past two days the metro continues to experience water disruptions in the following areas: Kariega: Since the repair works on Thursday on the Motherwell- Chelsea pipelines, the Kariega system has not been able to deliver the expected output through the 700mm connecting the Motherwell - Chelsea pipelines. Maintenance teams have been throubleshooting the system in order to establish the exact reason for the blockage. This morning a ‘valve … [Read more...] about Water Outages – Water, Water everywhere and not a Drop to Drink…
Expect Delays: Makhanda and Fish River Pass
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to notify travellers that blasting operations are planned on the N2 between Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) and Fish River Pass, every Wednesday at 13h00 for the next 12 months, commencing on Wednesday, 2 August 2023, up to end of July 2024. The road will be closed on these days from 13h00, for a maximum period of three hours, up to 16h00 to allow sufficient time for cleaning of the existing N2 and making it safe for the … [Read more...] about Expect Delays: Makhanda and Fish River Pass
Councillor will ‘Deliver Goods’ From New Office
The Ward 23 Councillor who occupied a goods container as an office will receive a new office from which to ply his services. Residents of Ward 23 can expect an accelerated service delivery as Ward Councillor is set to receive a new office. Previously the Ward Councillor was operating in a goods container makeshift office, hindering him from optimally fulfilling his duties of office. He had to shift between a car boot and the container as the space was too little to operate in. Today, 28 … [Read more...] about Councillor will ‘Deliver Goods’ From New Office
Walkabouts reveal long outstanding faults
Editor: One would swear that our politicians each get to read a management handbook only after they are elected and then proceed to tell us dumb citizens just how to manage a city. For the info of ALL politicians - if you do not get on the 'shop floor' and inspect and touch the flesh you will NEVER be able to deliver service or manage properly! An infrastructure problem that has been known for more than ten years, causing streets in Kwanobuhle to become waterlogged, highlights how communities … [Read more...] about Walkabouts reveal long outstanding faults
Overdrive/Libby e-library services not functioning
The NMBM Library services wishes to inform the community that due to unforeseen circumstances our audio and e-book Overdrive & (Libby) service is interrupted until further notice because of technical glitches. There is currently no access to Libby/Overdrive nor to download reading material. The Libraries sub-directorate is doing its best to restore normal services. We hope to have resolved the challenges as soon as possible Library members can still visit our libraries for traditional … [Read more...] about Overdrive/Libby e-library services not functioning
Sanctor: Another Gqeberha Bakery Closed by Law Enforcement
EASTERN CAPE - Gqeberha Border Policing members together with the Environmental Health Department, brand agents and the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) shut down another bakery in Sanctor yesterday morning, 26 July 2023, due to unhygienic conditions. It is alleged that the Environmental Health department received a tip-off of the unhygienic and filthy operation in which bread was baked at this facility. At about 10:00, with the assistance of Gqeberha Border Policing, … [Read more...] about Sanctor: Another Gqeberha Bakery Closed by Law Enforcement
NMB Beach Safety Under Scrutiny
Today, 27 July 2023, the Democratic Alliance in Nelson Mandela Bay will conduct an oversight inspection at the Gqeberha beachfront to address serious safety concerns in the area. The delegation will be led by DA Shadow Minister of Police, Andrew Whitfield MP, DA NMB Caucus Leader, Cllr Retief Odendaal, Ward 2 Councillor, Cllr Renaldo Gouws, DA NMB Spokesperson for SRAC, Cllr Sebenzile Rafani, members of the Summerstrand Neighbourhood Watch and other stakeholders. The beachfront area has … [Read more...] about NMB Beach Safety Under Scrutiny
Off Duty NIU Members Make Arrest Whilst Training
GQEBERHA - In a remarkable display of vigilance and professionalism, off duty SAPS National Intervention Unit (NIU) members intervened swiftly when they heard the sound of gunshots while training at St George’s beach early yesterday evening, 25 July 2023. It is alleged that on Tuesday 25 July 2023, at approximately 17:10, the four officers on hearing the shots ran towards the parking area where they saw an unknown man being robbed by two suspects. The members intervened and with the … [Read more...] about Off Duty NIU Members Make Arrest Whilst Training
Kwazakele Police Arrest Armed Alleged Hijacking Suspect
GQEBERHA - Immediate activation of information led to the arrest of an alleged hijacking suspect, the recovery of a hijacked vehicle as well as the confiscation of a prohibited firearm in Kwazakele on Tuesday, 25 July 2025. It is alleged that at approximately 12:35 on abovementioned date, SAPS Kwazakele task team members followed up on information of a hijacked red Toyota Tazz travelling on the M17 towards Daku Road. The members entered the M17 from Boxongo Street and identified the vehicle … [Read more...] about Kwazakele Police Arrest Armed Alleged Hijacking Suspect
Police Seek Communities’ Assistance To Identify Burnt Body
GQEBERHA - SAPS Humewood detectives are seeking the community's assistance with any information relating to the disappearance and possible death of a Gqeberha woman whose body was found in bushes on Tuesday, 25 July 2023. It is alleged that on Sunday, 23 July 2023, Ayanda Dupa-Emenaha, aged 35-year-old left her work at 17:30 and dropped off a co-worker in Rink Street. She indicated to her friend that she was going to Westborne Road before going home however she never arrived home. Her … [Read more...] about Police Seek Communities’ Assistance To Identify Burnt Body
NMBM Water Outage – Water Truck Positions
Over the weekend of 22 to 23 July 2023 the NMBM experienced five burst pipeline conveying water from Nooitgedagt Water Treatment Works to the Westerns parts of NMBM as well as parts of Kariega and Despatch. Following the incidents, repair work has progressed, however there remains two repairs that are critically required in order to allow the Motherwell and Stanford Booster pump stations to be restarted. Essentially approximately 75 km of bulk water pipelines ranging from 400 mm to 800 mm … [Read more...] about NMBM Water Outage – Water Truck Positions
Discover Top-Quality Music Lessons in Walmer – Guitar, Piano, and Vocal Instruction Available
As an experienced and passionate music teacher, I offer top-quality guitar, piano, and vocal lessons at affordable rates. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, I’m here to guide you on your musical journey. Conveniently located in Walmer, Gqeberha, I also provide the flexibility of traveling to your location for lessons if that suits you better. My goal is to make learning music enjoyable and accessible for everyone. If you’re interested in a face-to-face … [Read more...] about Discover Top-Quality Music Lessons in Walmer – Guitar, Piano, and Vocal Instruction Available
New Brighton Insurance Claim ‘Hit’ Suspects Arrested
GQEBERHA - Insurance fraud, including carrying out ‘hit’ murders for insurance claims, is a serious problem that has severe consequences for society, insurers and the victims involved. Thorough investigation by the Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes resulted in the arrest of two suspects allegedly involved in the murder of Lonwabo Mbixane (35) in April 2023. It is alleged that at about 22:40, Mbixane was outside a house in Avenue B in New Brighton with one other person when he was fatally … [Read more...] about New Brighton Insurance Claim ‘Hit’ Suspects Arrested
Gelvandale Drug Bust
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Metro Police and Gelvandale SA Police Service busted a suspected drug den in Gelvandale during an intelligence driven operation on Sunday night. A total of 363 dagga “zolls” were found at the house in Samble Street, together with seven boxes of adcodol tablets, 81 medium bags of dagga, 363 small bags of dagga, loose dagga and an undisclosed amount of money. The Metro’s Electricity and Energy officials found the same house to have been tampering with … [Read more...] about Gelvandale Drug Bust
