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Gqeberha in the News 29 October 2024

28 October 2024 By Port Elizabethan

VVS Laxman Set To Be India’s Head Coach For T20I Series Against South Africa: Report – News18: India will face South Africa in a four-match T20I series next month, which starts on November 8 in Durban.

Former Indian middle-order batter VVS Laxman will serve as India’s head coach for the four-match T20I series against South Africa in November 2024. According to a report in Cricbuzz on Monday (October 28), Laxman will step up in the absence of Gautam Gambhir, who is set to travel to Australia with the Indian Test team for the five-match series against the Baggy Greens. The decision of Laxman’s appointment for the series was confirmed to Cricbuzz by a senior BCCI official.

The Indian….continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha: Wildlife Conservation – The city is close to several wildlife reserves, including the Addo Elephant National Park, which is famous for its elephant population

VVS Laxman to be India’s head coach in Gambhir’s absence: VVS Laxman is set to be India’s head coach for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa, a recent….continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha: Rich Marine Life – The waters off Gqeberha are known for their rich marine life, making it a popular destination for scuba diving, fishing, and whale watching

IND vs SA: BCCI Changes India Head Coach after New Zealand series loss: Former Team India cricketer VVS Laxman is likely to be the head coach for the national cricket team during the upcoming white-ball tour of South Africa. VVS Laxman will replace the current national coach, Gautam Gambhir, who is heading to Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 series.

The India national cricket team will take on South Africa in four T20Is from November 8 to 18. They will play matches in Durban, Gqeberha, Centurion, and Johannesburg, respectively. The team is set to depart for South Africa around November 4, while the Test squad leaves for Australia on November 10-11. VVS Laxman To Lead Team India Coaching Staff In South Africa

As per a report by Cricbuzz, a Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)….continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha: Natural Harbor – Gqeberha boasts one of the best natural harbors in the world, making it a key port city for trade and shipping

Seven goals for eliminated Gladiators: Hosts South Africa have secured a place in the semifinals of the 2024 Cosafa Women’s Championship after a 3-0 win over Eswatini at the Isaac Wolfson Stadium in Gqeberha on Friday…

Wenn Sie ein aktiver Abonnent sind und der Artikel nicht angezeigt wird, Bitte melden Sie sich ab und wieder an. Kostenloser Zugriff auf Artikel ab 12:00 Uhr….continue reading HERE.

Nelson Mandela Bay: Natural Parks – Apart from Addo Elephant National Park, there are various nature reserves and parks, such as the Baakens Valley Nature Reserve, offering hiking and outdoor activities

Eastern Cape produced documentary ‘PRIDE’ to premiere at Film Africa Festival in London: An Eastern Cape produced documentary, PRIDE, which sheds light on the challenges faced by the LGBTQI+ community, has been selected to make its world premiere at the UK’s Film Africa Festival….continue reading HERE.

Nelson Mandela Bay: Sporting Culture – The region has a strong sporting culture, with a focus on rugby, soccer, cricket, and water sports, hosting numerous local and international events

EN, FR, PR: Comoros and Zimbabwe keep hopes alive in Gqeberha: Comoros Islands gave themselves a wonderful chance at qualifying for the semi-finals of the 2024 HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Women’s Championship when they recorded a historic 3-1 victory over Angola in Group C on Sunday.

Alicia Chanfi, Haloua Ahamada and Nasrati Ali were on target for the islanders, who now face off against Zambia on Tuesday for a place in the last-4.

Maria Ponda grabbed the consolation for Angola, who are now out of the running after losing both their matches in the three-team pool.

In Group D, which also has three teams, Zimbabwe couldn’t maximise on their chances against Lesotho in the first half but ended up 3-0 winners.
They could have taken the lead in the first half from the penalty spot after Christabell Katona was….continue reading HERE.

Nelson Mandela Bay: Sporting Culture – The region has a strong sporting culture, with a focus on rugby, soccer, cricket, and water sports, hosting numerous local and international events

Young Africans edge out Coastal Union to stay unbeaten in the league – Africa Top Sports: Young Africans have extended their unbeaten streak to seven games with a narrow 1-0 win over Coastal Union at Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium, Arusha.

The Jangwani-based club remain unbeaten in the Premier League this season, along with Singida Black Stars.Jean Baleke scored the game-winning goal in the 25th minute to secure Yanga’s triumph.

Baleke banked the goal through Coastal Union’s defence which failed to clear a corner set piece placed by Max Nzengeli,Coastal Union were not weak; on the contrary, they were strong, but were unlucky in their many endeavours.

They had an opportunity to score in the ninth minute when Maulid Maabad’s header was blocked by woodwork.

With 21 points,….continue reading HERE.

Despatch: Historical Establishment – Despatch was founded in 1881 primarily as a railway town, serving as a junction for the railway line between Port Elizabeth and the interior

Explained: Why VVS Laxman has been named as India head coach for South Africa T20I series instead of Gautam Gambhir? | Sporting News India: India will be touring South Africa for a four-match T20I series starting on November 8 in Durban till November 15 in Johannesburg.

As confirmed by a top Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) official to Cricbuzz, VVS Laxman will be travelling with the Indian side to South Africa instead of Gautam Gambhir.

Why is VVS Laxman India’s coach for the South Africa T20I tour and not Gautam Gambhir?

The National Cricket Academy (NCA) Chief, VVS Laxman will be in charge of the short white-ball series instead of Gambhir because the latter will be with the Test squad which will be preparing and heading to Australia for the Border Gavaskar Trophy which is..continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha: Gqeberha’s Role in Apartheid – Gqeberha played a significant role in the anti-apartheid movement, with various protests and demonstrations taking place in the city

Sex for jobs, corruption, jobs for pals among EPWP allegations Macpherson is investigating | News24: Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson..continue reading HERE.

Kariega: Local Cuisine – Kariega offers a variety of local dining options, including traditional South African dishes, showcasing the region’s culinary diversity

Banyana Banyana Punish Seychelles in Final COSAFA Champs Group Stage Match – gsport4girls: Banyana Banyana made easy work of their final group match at the COSAFA Women’s Championship, the hosts running out 8-1 winners against the Seychelles at the Madibaz Stadium in Gqeberha, on Monday, 28 October 2024.

South Africa found themselves on the scoreboard in the 11th minute as Kesha Hendricks’s effort hit the bar but then fell into the net, much to the delight of her team.

The two sides had to contend with blustery and rainy conditions at the venue, with the Eastern Cape hit by inclement weather including heavy rains in recent days. Banyana let some complacency creep in, allowing the Seychelles two chances, but they were not able to convert..continue reading HERE.

Despatch: Community Spirit – Despatch is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with residents often coming together for various causes and initiatives

DA big guns call for improved beachfront security: Steenhuisen and other leaders attend briefing ahead of prime Bay tourism season

Insufficient resources for beachfront safety in Gqeberha have endangered the city’s tourism sector, with visitors receiving warnings before visiting.

This comes as a hi-tech 24/7 security control room unveiled two years ago at the PE Beach Yacht Club remains unused..continue reading HERE.

Nelson Mandela Bay: Cultural Heritage – Nelson Mandela Bay is known for its cultural diversity, with influences from Indigenous communities, Afrikaans, English, and other groups

Minister vows to root out corruption in public works jobs programme: Public works and infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson wants to end corruption and abuse within his department’s Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) so deserving people can benefit.

Macpherson visited the Bethelsdorp community in Gqeberha on Monday…continue reading HERE.

Kariega: Historical Sites – Kariega has numerous historical sites, such as the Uitenhage Railway Station, built in the late 19th century, which features beautiful Victorian architecture

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