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Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals – Port Elizabeth in the News

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Manhood must wait: virus delays South Africa’s circumcision rituals: Every June and December thousands of initiates between 15 and 17 years old spend at least three weeks secluded in the bush, where they are circumcised and taught to be responsible men.
Source: “Port Elizabeth” – BingNews.

Seriously injured Indian crewman airlifted off crude oil tanker in dramatic rescue: An Indian crewman was airlifted from a crude oil tanker off the coast of Port Elizabeth after suffering a serious injury on Friday.
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South Africa’s top secluded escapes for a quiet getaway: We are finally allowed to travel, and weekend getaways are once again becoming something to look forward to. We still need to maintain social distancing though so heading off to a packed resort is a …
Source: “Port Elizabeth” – BingNews.

X-factor: Tougher than ever – Isuzu introduces special D-Max edition: The Isuzu legend lives on as the Japanese bakkie builder adds a special edition 3.0 TD Double Cab automatic to its muscular X-Rider range.
Source: “Port Elizabeth” – BingNews.

Missing person sought: Port Elizabeth: Media Statement South African Police Service Office of the Provincial Commissioner Eastern Cape PORT ELIZABETH – Kabega Park Detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing a 37-year-old …
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NMU student caught on viral video driving recklessly along beachfront has charges provisionally withdrawn: The 25-year-old, Melusi Magwenyane was arrested in March after a viral video of the incident which shows the driver breaking numerous road laws; wheel spinning, driving up the wrong side of the road …
Source: “Port Elizabeth” – BingNews.

PE father and husband missing: Detectives in Kabega Park in Port Elizabeth are looking for a missing man whose car was found abandoned at Maitlands Beach.
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Manhood must wait: virus delays South African circumcision rituals: His uncle had made arrangements for him to travel to the mountains overlooking the South African city of Port Elizabeth in December for his initiation. Known in the local Xhosa language as “Ulwaluko”, …
Source: “Port Elizabeth” – BingNews.

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