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Commercial Property to Rent in Holland Park – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Commercial Property to Rent in Holland Park: Offices 512 sqm & 300 sqm available in prime location Lakeside Business Park Holland Park North End. Neat and well maintained Offices: Kitchenette. Ablutions. Enough parking space , visitor parking ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Audit launched for Cal State San Marcos dean, whose expenses feature first class travel, chauffeurs and a 0 steak: Kenny Tran, a business marketing major who also serves as president ... 10:40 a.m. and stayed one night before setting out for Port Elizabeth, the records show. On his way east, Schroder …

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South African Library for the Blind putting blind people at the forefront – MyPR.co.za

South African Library for the Blind putting blind people at the forefront: Let the Blind People talk: The South African Library for the Blind, in partnership with Rhodes Music Radio, today announced a first a radio show for and by blind people aimed at the the blind people living in Makhanda. Grahamstown, 2 September 2019 – Helen Keller couldn’t have said it better, “Blindness cuts us off from things, but deafness cuts us off from people,” this guided our decision to spearhead a radio show for blind people run and presented by blind people, said Francois Hendrikz, SA Library for …

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Mthuthuzeli Swartz: What we know about the man accused of stealing Eastern Cape’s railway – Port Elizabeth in the News

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Mthuthuzeli Swartz: What we know about the man accused of stealing Eastern Cape’s railway: On Friday, former Acting CEO of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa), Mthuthuzeli Swartz, appeared before the Port Elizabeth Specialised Commercial Crimes court to answer to his alleged ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. 4 Bedroom Townhouse for Sale in Sidwell: This is a lovely four bedroom home with one and a half bathrooms, kitchen and beautiful laminated floor lounge. Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Marais Township. Do not miss the opportunity to ... Source: "Port …

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Better service on the horizon at licence centres

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Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has announced measures aimed at improving service delivery at driving licensing testing centres (DLTC). “With regard to fraud and corruption, law enforcement officials from the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), the Fraud and Corruption Unit in the department and Hawks operations, which arrests officials for selling driving licences at DLTC, will be intensified,” Mbalula said. Addressing members of the media in Johannesburg on Friday, Mbalula said these operations were aimed at dealing with corrupt individuals in the system who work to undermine …

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Few Changes to team to face Namibia

The Isuzu Southern Kings have named their 25-man squad that will take on Namibia in their second warm-up match on Saturday. The two sides played in the first clash in Windhoek last week, and will once again square up against each other, this time at Walvis Bay High School. Kick-off for the match will be at 15h00. Interim Head Coach, Robbi Kempson, has made a few changes to the team that will be captained by lock, JC Astle, while scrumhalf, Stefan Ungerer will be vice-captain. Some of the changes will see the versatile Bobby de Wee, who started at No4 lock last week, shifting to …

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How to handle the critical last weeks leading up to Matric finals – MyPR.co.za

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How to handle the critical last weeks leading up to Matric finals: Stock image from Freepik It is crunch-time for Matrics! Twelve years of schooling and seemingly endless learning experiences have all lead to this moment, the last few weeks before the final exams. Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up Education Centres says, “It will be rare to find a Matric learner who is not feeling some pressure, anxiety or stress at this time and, of course, this is quite natural. Matric finals are a big deal!” There is a lot of work required and each learner’s future is resting on …

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Gang violence at schools needs to be addressed urgently

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Dear MyPE The number of gang related incidents of violence at schools across the Eastern Cape is a major concern, with three fatalities on school premises already recorded. In addition to this, 79 learners and 49 teachers have been injured due to gang related violence in schools. This is unacceptable! No child or teacher should fear being assaulted at school. No child should fear losing their life while seeking an education! These statistics were made available by Education MEC, Fundile Gade, in response to a parliamentary question. When asked about what the department has put …

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Which is the worst Metro at revenue collection and expenditure?

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Dear MyPE The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has been ranked the worst performing of the eight Metros in South Africa in terms of aggregate revenue collection (at 85% of budgeted revenue) as well as worst performing in terms of expenditure (at 83.2% of budgeted expenditure). These statistics form part of National Treasury’s preliminary report of Local Government Revenue and Expenditure Results released this week. The Treasury report gave a range of aggregate trends. According to the report the adjusted capital budget for all metros in the 2018/19 financial year was R38.1 billion, of …

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Cancelled games against Bafana Bafana should not be taken lightly

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Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) has noted with concern the calling off of international friendly matches between Bafana Bafana and their African counterparts. The withdrawal of teams from the friendly matches is a clear message: ‘fix your broken country!’ Madagascar has joined Zambia in calling off a football match against South Africa. The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) were due to host Bafana Bafana in Lusaka on Saturday, but they pulled out because of the surge in violence against foreign nationals, and the looting and burning of foreign-owned shops. Clearly, the …

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This image referencing 'Algoa Bay' is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the name of the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more images. Ironman 2019 Image by awstraton Triathletes on the Bike and Run in Port Elizabeth on 7 April 2019 This image is automatically selected as it was published with this keyword/s relevant to Port Elizabeth: Algoa Bay. Please - CLICK HERE to report any 'offensive' images. Don't forget to support and thank the photographer. Submit your own Port Elizabeth images here. …

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Zimbabwe will one day shine again as the Jewel of Africa

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Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) has noted reports confirming the passing of former Zimbabwean President, Robert Mugabe. He will be remembered for his conflicting legacy as a liberator towards independence and an oppressor of the democratic values he once fought for. President Mugabe oversaw the rise of Zimbabwe as an independent and prosperous Republic but he also oversaw the decline of Zimbabwe into a tyrannical dictatorship which violently repressed opposition and brutalized civilians. Zimbabwe and her people have suffered a great deal because of this decline. The …

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Annette on the Manganese Ore

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For the past 3 years, Annette has owned a Private Residence in 6 Hamilton Court, Pearson Street, Central Port Elizabeth. Annette estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R650.00 per month. Annette has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "I am a pensioner and I cannot take it that the paintwork on my car has been damaged by the ore as well as all the metal fittings. Likewise my windows and security gates and burglar bars get corroded. The dust is …

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Audit launched for Cal State San Marcos dean, whose expenses feature first class travel, chauffeurs and a $110 steak – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Audit launched for Cal State San Marcos dean, whose expenses feature first class travel, chauffeurs and a 0 steak: Kenny Tran, a business marketing major who also serves as president ... 10:40 a.m. and stayed one night before setting out for Port Elizabeth, the records show. On his way east, Schroder stayed in a ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Teamwork resulted in arrest of six business robbery suspects: PORT ELIZABETH - Excellent teamwork and co-ordination between ... Detectives are busy establishing their involvement to the business robbery in Humansdorp. Additional …

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Teamwork resulted in arrest of six business robbery suspects – Port Elizabeth in the News

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Teamwork resulted in arrest of six business robbery suspects: PORT ELIZABETH - Excellent teamwork and co-ordination between members from SAPS Thornhill, Kabega Park, Kwanobuhle, PE Flying Squad and K9 unit resulted in the swift arrest of 6 suspects who allegedly ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. WATCH: First trailer of SA movie Moffie released: It tells the story of a gay conscript who embarks on his military service in South Africa in 1981. Studio Tel (Port Elizabeth): 0860 940 940 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (East London): 0860 950 950 ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - …

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Uitenhage News: Teamwork resulted in arrest of six business robbery suspects

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Teamwork resulted in arrest of six business robbery suspects: Several cellphones and clothing were found in the boot of the car. Meanwhile, the Renault had taken the Uitenhage off-ramp and was picked off by PE Flying Squad on the Rocklands Road. A chase ensued ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Shots fired and several arrests made as alleged PE robbers throw stolen goods out of car window: Several cellphones and clothing were found in the boot of the car. The Renault had meanwhile taken the Uitenhage off ramp and was picked off by PE Flying Squad members on the Rocklands Road. A chase …

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Cervical Cancer – MyPR.co.za

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Cervical Cancer: The month of September is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical Cancer is a preventable condition that can be diagnosed and treated successfully. Dr Nokukhanya Khanyile, Medical Doctor and Kotex® health expert, explains what cervical cancer is and gives a guideline on how to keep your cervix cancer free. “According to CANSA (Cancer Association of South Africa), cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in South African women, with 1 in 42 women having the risk of getting cancer in their lifetime,” explains Dr Khanyile. What causes cervical cancer? Human Papilloma …

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Exploring South Africa’s maritime opportunities

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An exciting new maritime awareness programme was launched on Wednesday, 4 September to encourage South Africa’s youth to not only dip their feet into the endless possibilities of career exploration in the maritime industry, but to “dive in” by getting immersed into a future career in the oceans economy. The pilot in a series of career expos planned by SAIMI to be rolled out to other coastal provinces in 2020 was successfully hosted in East London yesterday. Over 450 learners from 25 different Eastern Cape high schools as well as students and interested members of the community attended …

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Michelle Enslin to defend Ironman Title in France

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NELSON MANDELA BAY, South Africa (04 September 2019) – Triathlon’s top talent will come together in Nice, France for the 2019 IRONMAN® 70.3® World Championship on 7 and 8 September 2019. In 2018, the event reached the African continent for the first time and was hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa. From a sports perspective there is little question that the 2019 IRONMAN® 70.3® World Championship in Nice, France is in a league of its own. Once again, history will be made as the world’s triathlon elite face off at the world-famous Côte d’Azur. This year’s IRONMAN 70.3 World …

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