The Nelson Mandela Bay COVID-19 Joint Operating Centre (JOC) has noted with concern the growth in the number of COVID-19 positive cases in the City. More NMBM News. … [Read more...] about NMBM cautions residents about increasing Covid-19 active cases – NMBM
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No extension on driver’s licence grace period
With only a week left to the final deadline for the extended grace period for the renewal of driving licence cards, Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, has encouraged all those who have yet to come forward to renew their licences to do so immediately.This applies to driving licence cards that expired between 26 March 2020 and 31 August 2021. “There will be no further extension of the grace period beyond this period. We will step up our law enforcement interventions in order to penalise those who … [Read more...] about No extension on driver’s licence grace period
City of Jacksonville visit set to boost NMBM Covid-Recovery plan – NMBM
The Sister City relationship between Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the City of Jacksonville, Florida, USA continues to gain strength following the devastating economic and social effects of COVID-19. This was confirmed by the current working visit by the leadership of Jacksonville to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality which focused on boosting the local creative economy, foreign investment and events management sectors. During a jovial event on Friday, 22 April 2022, during which the … [Read more...] about City of Jacksonville visit set to boost NMBM Covid-Recovery plan – NMBM
Law enforcement out in full force this Easter Weekend
Law enforcement agencies are expected to be out in full force as thousands of travellers head to various destinations over the Easter long weekend.Busy routes during this period include the N1 from Gauteng to Limpopo, the N3 from Gauteng to KwaZulu-Natal, the N2 from the Western Cape to Eastern Cape, the N14 from Gauteng to the North West and the N12. In a Tweet, Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula said he would on Thursday join law enforcement on the roads as they oversee the anticipated traffic … [Read more...] about Law enforcement out in full force this Easter Weekend
Nelson Mandela Bay law enforcement will be out in full force this Easter Weekend – NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s law enforcement divisions will be out in full force this Easter Weekend with Metro Police and Traffic Law Enforcement roadblocks already in place to nab drunken drivers and other transgressors. Mr Shane Brown, Acting Executive Director for Safety and Security, said the main focus areas are integrated roadblocks by Metro Police and Traffic Law Enforcement in close collaboration with the South African Police Services. "Our … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay law enforcement will be out in full force this Easter Weekend – NMBM
Faith-based communities warned to avoid rivers during Easter weekend
The Department of Water and Sanitation has cautioned faith-based communities to avoid water bodies during the coming Easter weekend.During the Easter holidays, people of different faiths traditionally go to the rivers to perform religious activities, including baptism, amongst others. Department spokesperson, Sputnik Ratau, said this practice has proven dangerous in most cases, as the department has been alerted of incidences of drownings in the past. Ratau said the recent downpours in some … [Read more...] about Faith-based communities warned to avoid rivers during Easter weekend
Please be cautious over the Easter Weekend
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has called on road users to exercise caution as law enforcement prepares to man routes over the upcoming Easter weekend.Traditionally, busy routes during this period include the N1 from Gauteng to Limpopo, the N3 from Gauteng to KwaZulu-Natal, the N2 from the Western Cape to Eastern Cape, the N14 from Gauteng to the North West and the N12. Launching the 2022 Easter Road Safety campaign on the N12 in Breswol on Tuesday, the Minister said this period “requires of … [Read more...] about Please be cautious over the Easter Weekend
Engen’s Monaheng to ride 850km for education
Monaheng Mrwetyana will again push his body to the limit when he tackles a gruelling 850km bicycle ride to raise much needed funds for education in the Komani (formerly Queenstown) area of the Eastern Cape. The Engen employee will pull on his lycra togs on 13 April 2022 when he sets off from the Life Hospital in Suikerbosrand to complete the 1965 Ride for a second time. A man with a penchant for ultra-endurance sport, Mrwetyana has completed 3 Comrades and 4 four 2Oceans Marathons and took up … [Read more...] about Engen’s Monaheng to ride 850km for education
Splash Festival back on after two years – NMBM
After two years of not being able to host the flagship Nelson Mandela Bay Splash Festival, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is ready and excited to welcome thousands of visitors for the 30th Edition of the Festival over the Easter Weekend. The City will deliver a revitalised event with food, music and sport taking centre stage. The Splash Festival was last held in 2019 due to the COVID-19 regulations. The four-day action packed family festival encompasses the core elements that have made … [Read more...] about Splash Festival back on after two years – NMBM
President Ramaphosa commends Isuzu
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the new locally manufactured Isuzu D-Max bakkie is a welcome contribution to government’s efforts to significantly expand local production, as it works to rebuild the country’s economy and create jobs.President Ramaphosa made the remarks at the launch of Isuzu D-Max bakkie held in Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape, on Thursday. The launch signifies the realisation of an investment commitment by Japan’s Isuzu Motors Limited, which forms part of the investment drive … [Read more...] about President Ramaphosa commends Isuzu
No Respite From Rising Petrol Prices
South African purse strings will be pulled tighter from Wednesday as prices on all grades and categories of petrol, illuminated paraffin and retail gas are expected to increase.The increase was announced by Mineral Resources and Energy, Minister Gwede Mantashe, on Monday evening. The expected price increases are: Petrol (both 93 ULP and LRP) is expected to rise by some 28c per litre. Petrol (both 95 ULP and LRP) will cost at least 36c more by the litre. 0.05% sulphur diesel will rise by … [Read more...] about No Respite From Rising Petrol Prices
No Respite From Rising Petrol Prices
South African purse strings will be pulled tighter from Wednesday as prices on all grades and categories of petrol, illuminated paraffin and retail gas are expected to increase.The increase was announced by Mineral Resources and Energy, Minister Gwede Mantashe, on Monday evening. The expected price increases are: Petrol (both 93 ULP and LRP) is expected to rise by some 28c per litre. Petrol (both 95 ULP and LRP) will cost at least 36c more by the litre. 0.05% sulphur diesel will rise by … [Read more...] about No Respite From Rising Petrol Prices
Foreign Tourists Being Targeted in Gqeberha
With the lifting of travel restrictions, easing of the lockdown and looming end to the State of Disaster Gqeberha has seen a welcome return of tourists to our city. Gqeberha has many events planned attracting foreign tourists back to our city – Ironman, Proteas/Bangladesh Cricket Test, SA Swimming Nationals and SA Hockey Interprovincials to name but a few over the next month or so. Of course tourists are always concerned about safety and it is well known that a safer city can only be … [Read more...] about Foreign Tourists Being Targeted in Gqeberha
General Fannie Masemola outlines tenure vision, priorities
New National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, has outlined his vision and priorities for the next five years in the position.The Commissioner addressed the media shortly after Police Minister Bheki Cele introduced him to staff. Addressing reporters on Friday, Masemola said he assumed the leadership role during a challenging time where public trust and confidence in the police was low. General Fannie MasemolaHe said: “The immediate demand for my priority attention is on: the need to … [Read more...] about General Fannie Masemola outlines tenure vision, priorities
Have Another 15 Days Grace
The Department of Transport has again extended the grace period for renewing expired driving licences to 15 April 2021.This comes as the deadline for the renewal of expired driving licences ended on 31 March 2022. In August 2021, Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, announced the extension of learner’s licences, driving licence cards, temporary driving licences, and professional driving permits for a grace period ending on 31 March 2022. This was part of government measures in response to the … [Read more...] about Have Another 15 Days Grace
