Former Metrorail provincial manager and acting PRASA CEO Mthuthuzeli Swartz and businessman Syed Nadir Mohiudeen are accused of stealing a Transnet railway line in the Eastern Cape. The alleged theft happened in 2012, a case opened in early 2013, and the pair were arrested and charged in 2019. In 2022, Mohiudeen filed an application for further particulars of the charges against him, which was dismissed. He appealed the decision, which took 18 months before it was first heard by the High … [Read more...] about Twelve Years and Counting: Rail Theft Case to Continue After Court Victory for State
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Fentanyl Is Here: South Africans Test Positive for Potent Opioid
Recent drug tests have found people at South African clinics testing positive for fentanyl. This is a highly potent opioid drug which has caused tens of thousands of deaths in the US. It is the first direct evidence that South Africa could be headed for a fentanyl crisis of its own, though more data is needed. Researchers say that to address the problem, naloxone will need to be distributed widely. This is a medication which can reverse opioid overdose. People in the Eastern Cape and … [Read more...] about Fentanyl Is Here: South Africans Test Positive for Potent Opioid
How to Stop Mental Health From Sabotaging Your University Success
By Dumisani Nkuna, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiUniversity life can be a fun time for young people. It is a great opportunity to self-explore and grow while attempting to obtain a qualification. However, for many it can also be a struggle with seemingly never-ending challenges. From back-to-back submission deadlines and family troubles at home to the stresses of trying to survive without funding – university life can be a huge burden for some to bear. According to Universities South … [Read more...] about How to Stop Mental Health From Sabotaging Your University Success
Wreck Removal of Grounded Fishing Trawler, Fv Elke-M Underway in St Francis Bay
27 November 2024 by Guest Work on the removal of the last batch of loosened parts of the wreck of the fishing trawler, FV Elke M, that ran aground near St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape in January 2024, has resumed, the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) confirmed at the weekend. According to SAMSA, the removal of the loose steel parts of the vessel began on Thursday last week and continues this week. Resumption of the work, halted since May 2024 due to a hostile wintry weather … [Read more...] about Wreck Removal of Grounded Fishing Trawler, Fv Elke-M Underway in St Francis Bay
Gqeberha Pride Festival: Sports Uniting Communities
At least eight netball teams competed in this year’s Gqeberha Pride Festival in New Brighton on Saturday. It was the second year the organisers chose to have sports rather than a colourful parade. They believe this fosters more community involvement. Organisers of the annual Gqeberha Pride Festival have taken a different approach to the event by hosting friendly netball matches. The event was held in New Brighton on Saturday by Sicebise Social Inclusion+, an organisation formed in 2018 to … [Read more...] about Gqeberha Pride Festival: Sports Uniting Communities
Spaza Shop Landlords Shocked by R2,200 Permit Fee
Hundreds of landlords in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality were shocked to learn that they have to pay R2,207 to apply for a permit to rent out “spaza shops”. Landlords and immigrant spaza shop owners from Pakistan, Somali and Ethiopia were called to a meeting at Babs Madlakane Hall in KwaNobuhle, Kariega, on Thursday. The meeting was convened by SAPS, the community policing forum, and a group of pastors. The pastors have an office at the police station called Spiritual Crime Prevention … [Read more...] about Spaza Shop Landlords Shocked by R2,200 Permit Fee
Why SA Youth Need to Beat the Bottle
By Sinentlahla Matshakeni, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiBeer, wine and spirits are as part of the South African lifestyle as shisanyama and the Springboks. However, evidence suggests our nation has a serious drinking problem. The Enyobeni Tavern tragedy in 2022 that claimed 21 lives of young South Africans aged just 13 years and older brought the country’s alcohol problems to the fore. SA’s alcohol consumption per drinker is among the highest in the world – and young people aged 15-29 … [Read more...] about Why SA Youth Need to Beat the Bottle
Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
The newly-appointed mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe has started her term of office by targeting immigrant-owned spaza shops. Eight shops were closed on Monday. The newly elected Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe ordered the closure of eight immigrant-owned shops on Monday afternoon, in an operation conducted jointly by health and Home Affairs officials, SAPS and metro police, and the City’s economic development and electricity directorates. On Tuesday, mayco member for … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
Patients Lie on the Floor at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital
GroundUp saw several patients lying on the floor in Uitenhage Provincial Hospital. A shortage of beds at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital in Kariega has meant some patients have to lie on the floor. GroundUp saw several patients on blankets or mattresses on the floor of the hospital, some with drips in their veins. The health department has acknowledged that there is pressure on beds as the population served by the hospital has grown. But, said the spokesperson, the patients lying on the floor had … [Read more...] about Patients Lie on the Floor at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital
TNPA appointed Zutari for implementation plan for the Port of Durban
11 November 2024 by Guest The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed Zutari, a leading infrastructure and advisory firm, as the transaction advisor to validate the Island View Precinct Strategy and implementation plan for the Port of Durban. This appointment is a pivotal move aimed at transforming the liquid bulk sector in South Africa while ensuring security of supply. “The Island View Strategy, originally approved in 2019, is set to undergo a comprehensive revision to … [Read more...] about TNPA appointed Zutari for implementation plan for the Port of Durban
Storm Damaged Kariega Bridge Could Take Two Years to Repair, Says Mayor
The Matanzima Bridge over the Swartkops River in KwaNobuhle, Kariega, collapsed after floods hit the area twice this year. Photos: Thamsanqa Mbovane Residents of KwaNobuhle township in Kariega may have to wait up to two years before the Matanzima bridge, linking them to the town’s centre, is repaired. This has upset many residents who voiced their frustrations at a community meeting with the newly-elected Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe. Two of the bridges across the Swartkops River, … [Read more...] about Storm Damaged Kariega Bridge Could Take Two Years to Repair, Says Mayor
Four Ways Social Media Hurts Your Mental Health
By Refiloe Phoku, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiSouth Africans spend an average of 9 hours daily on the internet, among the highest globally. While the internet (and social media) has undeniably transformed lives, new studies increasingly show how inappropriate internet and social media use is on mental health, body image, rest and sleep as well as our relationships. This two-part series explores social media’s problematic influences on youth mental health, self-image, and … [Read more...] about Four Ways Social Media Hurts Your Mental Health
How Doom-Scrolling, Insta-Somnia and Influencers Ruin Your Mental Health
By Refiloe Phoku, additional reporting by Thandile Nkoyi Getting quality sleep is essential for proper functioning throughout the day. But did you know that you might be messing up your sleep schedule with those quick scrolls on X or Insta right before bed? Sleep disturbances, distractions, and unproductivity are some of the ways social media could be harmful for your well-being. This is the second part of a two-part series on the harmful effects of unregulated social media use. First up, let’s … [Read more...] about How Doom-Scrolling, Insta-Somnia and Influencers Ruin Your Mental Health
Chilling Good Business Idea Takes off for Mandela Student
By Cindy PrellerNot many students can say that they are the founders of a successful start-up, but then, not many students are like Minenhle Njapha. Studying towards a BCom in Computer Science and Information Systems, Njapha (26), is the founder and director of Rent a Fridge SA. Njapha spotted a market among university students at private residences who are forced to share refrigerators. His business addresses the perennial problem of spoiled food, lukewarm drinks and fights over who finished … [Read more...] about Chilling Good Business Idea Takes off for Mandela Student
MakeMyTrip Brings Excitement To Upcoming T20I Series
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) is excited to announce a partnership with MakeMyTrip, India’s leading player for online travel. Established in 2000, MakeMyTrip has since positioned itself as one of the leading players in the online travel industry, providing great offers, exclusive discounts, and a seamless online booking experience to many of its customers. MakeMyTrip comes on board as a sponsor for the upcoming Wonder Cement T20 International (T20I) inbound series against India … [Read more...] about MakeMyTrip Brings Excitement To Upcoming T20I Series
