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Gqeberha in the News 25 October 2024

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South Africa Gets COSAFA Women’s Championship off to a Winning Start  – gsport4girls: Banyana Banyana got their COSAFA Women’s Championship off to a winning start in Gqeberha on Tuesday, 22 October 2024. The South Africans won 1-0 against Namibia in their opening match of the competition.

The home side’s inexperience showed as they failed to score from their chances created. A good goal-scoring opportunity fell to Keisha Hendricks in the first half but she couldn’t find the back of the net. However, a short while later she did end up scoring, only for the goal to be flagged for offside.

Meanwhile, their opponents were also putting in some good plays, star Namibian player Zenatha Coleman showed her skill as she set up Irene Kooper but it didn’t result in a goal.

It was again the combination of Coleman….continue reading HERE.

WATCH | Eastern Cape floods | Gqeberha battered by heavy rainfall: Nelson Mandela Bay has received significant rainfall in the past few days.

Eastern Cape authorities are on high disaster alert due to severe weather warnings for most parts of the province, especially along the coast.

Thousands of displaced residents have been placed in community halls.

eNCA reporter, Ronald Masinda visited the area and filed this report.…continue reading HERE.

Eastern Cape floods | Gqeberha battered by heavy rainfall:

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Gqeberha acid attack case postponed to next year: …continue reading HERE.

Suspected killer of Gqeberha cop appears in court: A Zwide man accused of fatally stabbing a police officer in September is expected to bring a formal bail application when he returns to the New Brighton Magistrate’s Court next week.

Akhona Zamxaka, 28, briefly took to the dock on Wednesday after his arrest last week….continue reading HERE.

GQEBERHA | Latest News & Developments | IOL: …continue reading HERE.

WATCH: Heavy rainfall causes severe flooding, disrupting life in Gqeberha | News24: Addo Road near Wells Estate experienced significant flooding today, October 22.

Adverse weather conditions caused by heavy rainfall continue to disrupt daily life in Gqeberha today, October 22, as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a level 6 warning, indicating disruptive rain leading to flooding of settlements, properties, and roads, posing a danger to life.

Eastern Cape Department of Transport spokesperson, Unathi Binqose, commented on the current situation, stating that driving in some parts of the Eastern Cape has been challenging, particularly in the….continue reading HERE.

Three people confirmed dead amid Eastern Cape floods: Since the onset of inclement weather, at least three people have died after being electrocuted while attempting to escape floods in Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that several parts of the country will experience adverse weather conditions until mid-week.
Following a yellow level 6 warning, more than 100 people have been displaced in parts of the province.

In Gqeberha, the floods have damaged several highways, leading to road closures. This marks the second major flood to hit the metro in four months.

Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane stated that different spheres of government are working together to ensure all victims receive assistance.

“I am pleased that the….continue reading HERE.

Three linked to Greenacres jewellery store heist nabbed in KZN: Three suspects linked to a jewellery store heist in Gqeberha in September are expected to apply for bail in the city’s magistrate’s court on Friday, following their arrests in KwaZulu-Natal.

Olwethu Makhanya, Nkululeko Mthembu and Sabelo Wonderboy Maphumulo briefly took to the dock on Thursday….continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha artist excited to raise curtain for Amanda Black: Walmer’s MaNdlovu to perform with award-winning singer at Afrika Unite festival in East London.

A Gqeberha artist who has performed countrywide has put her selection to open for renowned SA musician Amanda Black at the top of her list of achievements.

Overwhelmed by the support she received online leading up to her selection for Black’s performance in the Afrika Unite Cultural Festival, Nobesuthu MaNdlovu said she hoped to inspire the township youth to reach for their dreams….continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha: Bay of Storms – The area is sometimes referred to as the “Bay of Storms” due to unpredictable weather conditions, particularly during the winter months

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