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Civil claims against SAPS skyrocket

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https://youtu.be/qSO0zpBQ9sA Dear MyPE The amount paid out in civil claims against the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has skyrocketed to R51-million for the 2015/16 financial year, from R28,3-million in the 2014/15, according to a reply to a legislature question I asked Safety and Liaison MEC Weziwe Tikana. Even more disturbing, is the 5 107 pending claims to the value of R3.5-billion, as at 31 October this year. This is as result of poor training and a lack … [Read more...] about Civil claims against SAPS skyrocket

Another year of government failing the people

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The following statement was delivered by DA Leader Mmusi Maimane MP, at a press conference in Parliament where the DA’s 2016 Cabinet Report Card was presented. The Leader was joined by DA Chief Whip, John Steenhuisen MP. Today we present the DA’s 2016 Cabinet Report Card, a comprehensive assessment of President Zuma and his Cabinet, which reflects a wholly unaccountable government that prioritises the narrow political interests of the ANC ahead of the needs of our country and its … [Read more...] about Another year of government failing the people

DA launches online portal to allow unfunded, qualifying students to speak out peacefully

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The following remarks were made by DA Shadow Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Yusuf Cassim MP, at a press conference today at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University: The DA has today launched an online portal allowing students who allege that they remain unfunded, despite qualifying for NSFAS, to speak-out about their concerns peacefully. Almost all of these students are poor, and have been left behind by the ANC government’s complete lack of care and poor management of … [Read more...] about DA launches online portal to allow unfunded, qualifying students to speak out peacefully

HWPL and Aljazeera vote for world peace

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Heavenly Culture World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Aljazeera media network, one of the world's most respected news and current affairs channels, to achieve their common goals: the cessation of war and world peace. The agreement was signed in the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, in Seoul, South Korea. It is HWPL's first MOU with the global media. Attendees were HWPL Chairman Man Hee Lee, director of Aljazeera Center of Public … [Read more...] about HWPL and Aljazeera vote for world peace

Coalition government’s multi-pronged approach to delivery – MMC Odendaal

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The DA-led coalition government in charge of running the affairs of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has a multi-pillared approach to deliver services, said MMC for Budget and Treasury, Cllr Retief Odendaal, at the IDP and Budget Public Participation session held on Monday 3 October. "Our approach as the coalition government is characterised by a number of pillars. Firstly we would like to stop fraud and corruption. An operational fraud and corruption hotline, manned and managed by a … [Read more...] about Coalition government’s multi-pronged approach to delivery – MMC Odendaal

Its Time for a New Leader – YouTube

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In his 30 minute funeral oratory at Fort Hare University in the Eastern Cape, for fallen comrade Makhenkesi Stofile, Sipho Pityana delivered some scathing blows to the leadership of the ANC and President Zuma. We have extracted some in this condensed video: 0:00: Sends warning signal about the great movement getting back to it's former glory. 0:16: Clever Blacks comment 0:43: About the ANC in Crisis 02:39: OR Tambo and his 'questioning cadres' 03:20: Our setbacks are self inflicted, we … [Read more...] about Its Time for a New Leader – YouTube

The impact and contribution by events on tourism

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Events and conferences are not only unique in growing tourism numbers in to the city but they also assist destinations in bridging the seasonality problem. Events ensure that the city benefits from hosting participants but added to that is the coaching staff and family that always accompanies participants. They also attract spectators who will flock to come and support their heroes. Having recently hosted the Commonwealth Judo Championships, Ironman Africa, the Ocean Racing Series, the Herald … [Read more...] about The impact and contribution by events on tourism

Proof – Danny Jordaan was at Council today

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He just didn't make it into the Feathermarket Hall.... True - the ANC and their supporters were completely conspicuous by their absence outside the Feather Market Hall before the start of the proceedings today. True - the ANC elected to grandstand and arrive late. True - the coalition government supporters at the entrance to the Feathermarket Hall were vocal towards their former political masters. True - there was a bit of a crush at the entrance. True - Danny turned back less … [Read more...] about Proof – Danny Jordaan was at Council today

Thousands of jobs at risk as NMB Capital Expenditure plummets by 9%

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Dear MyPE The DA can reveal that in 2015 Nelson Mandela Bay spent R139 471 000 less on capital expenditure than in 2014. This serves to confirm the current administration's inability to deliver on basic infrastructure maintenance and job creation promises. As infrastructure and municipal assets collapse, thousands more jobs will be lost in Nelson Mandela Bay if the current administration is retained. With a R25 billion infrastructure capital backlog, this municipality can ill-afford … [Read more...] about Thousands of jobs at risk as NMB Capital Expenditure plummets by 9%

Focus on family businesses

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Did you know that Volkswagen is a family-owned business, with the Porsche family owning more than 30% of the company's shares, and that the Walton family owns more than half the shares of United States retail giant Wal-Mart? In fact, family businesses are estimated to account for approximately 70% of global GDP annually and for more than 50% of jobs in most countries. And when the financial climate is tough, it is family businesses that tend to outperform their non-family … [Read more...] about Focus on family businesses

Top 30 grossing productions on the NAF Fringe

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The National Arts Festival reported "solid and consistent" support for the arts in a tough economic environment, as it announced its 2016 attendance and sales figures today. "We've seen a slight flattening of our numbers over last year's record-breaking attendance figures, with ticket sales and attendance at Festival events totalling 227 524. While this is around 5% down on last year, it exceeds sales from our 40th anniversary edition the previous year, in 2014. The long-term trajectory is … [Read more...] about Top 30 grossing productions on the NAF Fringe

#ShareTheBay this Winter

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The expression "a picture paints a thousand words" rings true to Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) as the #ShareTheBay campaign where citizens of the Bay are invited to share pictures of them being tourists in their own back yards kicks off to usher in the winter season in the Friendly City. Aimed at showcasing just how much fun can be had in the city despite the slight winter chill, this three month campaign also aims to encourage visitors and locals to explore the Bay, capture their … [Read more...] about #ShareTheBay this Winter

Speech by the Executive Mayor, Dr Danny Jordaan, on the occasion of the signing of the memorandum of understanding of Bayworld – 1 July 2016

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Programme Director, MEC of Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Pemmy Majodina, Vice Chancellor of Nelson Mandela University, Professor Derrick Swartz, Mandela Bay Development Agency CEO, Dr Pierre Voges, Fellow councillors, Members of the media, Ladies and gentleman; I am delighted and honoured to be here with you on this occasion to sign the Memorandum of Understanding of the handover of Bayworld by the EC Provincial Government as represented by the MEC Pemmy Majodina of the Department of … [Read more...] about Speech by the Executive Mayor, Dr Danny Jordaan, on the occasion of the signing of the memorandum of understanding of Bayworld – 1 July 2016