5 Notable Actions by Musk and Trump Elon Musk appears to have a ‘soft spot’ for Dogecoin (Maybe we will have to eventually call it the preferred currency of all Department Of Government Efficiency Departments?). Musk has publicly expressed that he enjoys Dogecoin, referring to it as his favorite cryptocurrency. He appreciates its fun and meme-based nature, which resonates with many in the crypto community. His tweets and public statements have had a significant impact on Dogecoin’s price. For … [Read more...] about Are Dogecoin and DOGE related?
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Minister’s Inaction Condemns Patients to Lifetime of Suffering
Dear EditorHealth Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi’s reluctance to place the Eastern Cape’s Department of Health (ECDoH) under administration is leaving thousands of patients under their care trapped in a cycle of pain and despair. Decades-long surgical backlogs are robbing them of their mobility, their dignity, and potentially, their lives. Each delay worsens the crisis, leaving more patients trapped in pain, waiting for relief that may never come. At Frere Hospital a recent response to a … [Read more...] about Minister’s Inaction Condemns Patients to Lifetime of Suffering
NMB Dealer Features in BMW Group South Africa’s 2024 Retailer of the Year Awards
BMW Group South Africa hosted its coveted 2024 Retailer of the Year Awards at the Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg, recognising the exceptional achievements of its retail network across the BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad brands.The elegant evening, led by the dynamic duo of Shashi Naidoo and Nico Panagio, celebrated the dedication and hard work of its 46-strong retailer network who consistently strive for excellence in all aspects of their businesses. The awards ceremony honoured the contributions of … [Read more...] about NMB Dealer Features in BMW Group South Africa’s 2024 Retailer of the Year Awards
Major Showdown in Court Over African Penguin’s Future
Conservation groups want new “sweet spot” no-fishing zones around African Penguin breeding colonies, arguing current zones are inadequate to prevent the species’ extinction. All parties have now filed their legal papers for next month’s crucial high court hearing which may determine the fate of the critically endangered African Penguin. Former environment minister Barbara Creecy’s decision on closed fishing areas around penguin breeding islands is being challenged and defended. Constitutional … [Read more...] about Major Showdown in Court Over African Penguin’s Future
Netball Tournament Brings Locals and Immigrants Together in Gqeberha
On Saturday, netball teams from South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Malawi participated in a tournament in Gqeberha to promote social cohesion through sport. Netball players from communities across Nelson Mandela Bay battled it out on the courts at the Old Grey Sports Club in Gqeberha on Saturday in a friendly tournament. The event aimed to build social cohesion among players from different nationalities and racial groups. The tournament’s manager Shelton Chiyangwa said, “There’s a lot of racial, tribal … [Read more...] about Netball Tournament Brings Locals and Immigrants Together in Gqeberha
Murder of Gay South African Imam Muhsin Hendricks Reignites Queer Muslim Debate
Dubbed the “world’s first openly gay Imam”, South African religious leader Muhsin Hendricks was gunned down on 15 February 2025 in an attack that many believe was targeted. Tributes have poured in across the world, but so have online comments that his death was justified.His passing intensifies a global debate about whether queer Muslims belong in the faith. Amanullah De Sondy was a friend of his and is a scholar of Muslim sexuality and masculinity, including the contributions of Hendricks. He … [Read more...] about Murder of Gay South African Imam Muhsin Hendricks Reignites Queer Muslim Debate
Imam Muhsin Hendricks, Who Fought for Queer Rights, Assassinated
Imam Muhsin Hendricks ran the Inner Circle, an organisation focused on helping queer Muslims embrace their faith and sexuality. He also was the imam at the People’s Mosque in Wynberg. How was Hendricks murdered? Muhsin Hendricks, an imam who was outspoken in his support of queer people in the South Africa’s Muslim community, was murdered on Saturday in Gqeberha. It is reported that he was the world’s first openly gay imam. According to a statement by police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse Van … [Read more...] about Imam Muhsin Hendricks, Who Fought for Queer Rights, Assassinated
Warriors and Boland Complete Weekend of 1 Day Cup Upsets
DURBAN: An unbeaten century by Jordan Hermann helped the Dafabet Warriors make a strong start to their 1 Day Cup campaign with… DURBAN: An unbeaten century by Jordan Hermann helped the Dafabet Warriors make a strong start to their 1 Day Cup campaign with a commanding 126-run victory over the Hollywoodbets Dolphins in Durban on Sunday. There was also a significant five-wicket win for Goldrush Boland over Momentum Multiply Titans in Paarl – a match in which Imran Manack and … [Read more...] about Warriors and Boland Complete Weekend of 1 Day Cup Upsets
Protesters Angry That Gqeberha Company Is Using Workers From Durban
About 60 members of the Ibhayi Workers Forum protested outside Dormac in the Markman Industrial area, Gqeberha, on Thursday. About 60 members of the Ibhayi Workers Forum protested outside marine and offshore engineering firm Dormac in the Markman Industrial area, Gqeberha, on Thursday. “All these people are unemployed and had high hopes of getting hired when the company opened last year,” said Mzimkulu Piliso, a forum leader. “Some even went through the process of interviewing and were promised … [Read more...] about Protesters Angry That Gqeberha Company Is Using Workers From Durban
Protest Erupts After Neighbourhood Without Power for Weeks
A protest erupted in ward 46 in KwaNobuhle township, Kariega, on Tuesday morning, because over 300 households have not had electricity for three weeks. People blew whistles, sang songs and burnt tyres on Nomakhwezana, Madonci and Zola Nqini streets, blocking them with rubble. A resident, who only identified herself as Nomaxabiso, told GroundUp that a power outage affecting the entire ward since 28 January was only fixed by the municipality on the weekend. But a transformer that had blown before … [Read more...] about Protest Erupts After Neighbourhood Without Power for Weeks
TNPA signs milestone agreements
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has achieved a key milestone in the development of the South Dunes Precinct at the Port of Richards Bay by signing two major Terminal Operator Agreements (TOA). The first agreement for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has been signed with Zululand Energy Terminal, while the other agreement is signed with FFS Tank Terminals. The agreements represent a leap forward in advancing South Africa’s energy and maritime sectors, underscoring TNPA’s strategic … [Read more...] about TNPA signs milestone agreements
Will the Sunrisers Go From ‘Zero’ to ‘Hero’?
Sunrisers Eastern Cape captain Aiden Markram says his team will start at “zero” when they face Paarl Royals in the all-important Betway SA20 Qualifier 2 at Centurion this evening. The double defending champions kept their hat-trick championship title bid alive when they defeated Joburg Super Kings by 32 runs in the Eliminator at the same venue last night. The Royals, meanwhile, have had to travel up to the Highveld after losing to the MI Cape Town at St George’s Park in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday. … [Read more...] about Will the Sunrisers Go From ‘Zero’ to ‘Hero’?
Could The Sunrisers Make it THREE?
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s bid to win an unprecedented hat-trick of Betway SA20 championship titles remains on track.The Sunrisers beat the Joburg Super Kings by 32 runs in a hugely-entertaining Eliminator at Centurion on Tuesday evening. They will now meet the Paarl Royals in Qualifier 2 at the same venue on Thursday. Captain Aiden Markram’s love affair with the Pretoria ground continued with the skipper’s 62 not out off 40 balls (5×4, 2×6) setting up the Sunrisers’ 184/6. The Super Kings’ … [Read more...] about Could The Sunrisers Make it THREE?
MI Cape Town Secure First
MI Cape Town booked their first-ever appearance in a Betway SA20 final with a clinical 39-run victory over the Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1 at St George’s Park.Robin Peterson’s team were superior in all facets from the moment they were inserted by Royals skipper David Miller. The opening batters Ryan Rickelton (44 off 27 balls) and Rassie van der Dussen (40 off 32 balls) laid the platform for the imposing 199/4 with an impressive 87-run opening stand in just 9.2 overs. The Royals staged a mini … [Read more...] about MI Cape Town Secure First
No Money to Fix Broken Colchester Clinic, Says Health Department
A mobile clinic parks outside of the Colchester clinic once a week because the building is not suitable to treat patients any longer. The Eastern Cape Department of Health says it would cost millions of rand – which it can’t afford — to refurbish the dilapidated building. The Eastern Cape Department of Health has admitted that the condition at the Colchester clinic is not fit for purpose. Patients complain that the building used for the weekly clinic is falling apart and has no electricity, … [Read more...] about No Money to Fix Broken Colchester Clinic, Says Health Department
