Former Metrorail provincial manager and acting PRASA CEO Mthuthuzeli Swartz and businessman Syed Nadir Mohiudeen are accused of stealing a Transnet railway line in the Eastern Cape. The alleged theft happened in 2012, a case opened in early 2013, and the pair were arrested and charged in 2019. In 2022, Mohiudeen filed an application for further particulars of the charges against him, which was dismissed. He appealed the decision, which took 18 months before it was first heard by the High … [Read more...] about Twelve Years and Counting: Rail Theft Case to Continue After Court Victory for State
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Fentanyl Is Here: South Africans Test Positive for Potent Opioid
Recent drug tests have found people at South African clinics testing positive for fentanyl. This is a highly potent opioid drug which has caused tens of thousands of deaths in the US. It is the first direct evidence that South Africa could be headed for a fentanyl crisis of its own, though more data is needed. Researchers say that to address the problem, naloxone will need to be distributed widely. This is a medication which can reverse opioid overdose. People in the Eastern Cape and … [Read more...] about Fentanyl Is Here: South Africans Test Positive for Potent Opioid
Less Than Ideal Start for SA Teams in Europe
The Hollywoodbets Sharks kept the South African flag flying on the opening round of the Investec Champions Cup, which saw defeats for the DHL Stormers and the Vodacom Bulls, while the Toyota Cheetahs managed a draw and the Emirates Lions slipped to a defeat in Wales in the EPCR Challenge Cup.The KwaZulu-Natalians started the weekend on a bright note when they defeated Exeter Chiefs 39-21 in Durban on Saturday afternoon. However, that was to be the only win of the weekend as the DHL Stormers lost … [Read more...] about Less Than Ideal Start for SA Teams in Europe
Coetzee Ruled Out of Second Test Against Sri Lanka and Pakistan Tour Maphaka Added to Squad
DURBAN: Proteas Men’s fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has been ruled out of the second Test against Sri Lanka and the upcoming all-format tour against Pakistan due to a groin injury. The 24-year-old experienced discomfort while bowling on day four of the first Test at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium in Durban on Saturday. Results of the scan revealed a right groin muscle strain. His recovery period is estimated to be between four to six weeks. Uncapped DP World Lions fast bowler Kwena Maphaka … [Read more...] about Coetzee Ruled Out of Second Test Against Sri Lanka and Pakistan Tour Maphaka Added to Squad
How to Stop Mental Health From Sabotaging Your University Success
By Dumisani Nkuna, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiUniversity life can be a fun time for young people. It is a great opportunity to self-explore and grow while attempting to obtain a qualification. However, for many it can also be a struggle with seemingly never-ending challenges. From back-to-back submission deadlines and family troubles at home to the stresses of trying to survive without funding – university life can be a huge burden for some to bear. According to Universities South … [Read more...] about How to Stop Mental Health From Sabotaging Your University Success
Wreck Removal of Grounded Fishing Trawler, Fv Elke-M Underway in St Francis Bay
27 November 2024 by Guest Work on the removal of the last batch of loosened parts of the wreck of the fishing trawler, FV Elke M, that ran aground near St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape in January 2024, has resumed, the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) confirmed at the weekend. According to SAMSA, the removal of the loose steel parts of the vessel began on Thursday last week and continues this week. Resumption of the work, halted since May 2024 due to a hostile wintry weather … [Read more...] about Wreck Removal of Grounded Fishing Trawler, Fv Elke-M Underway in St Francis Bay
Gqeberha Pride Festival: Sports Uniting Communities
At least eight netball teams competed in this year’s Gqeberha Pride Festival in New Brighton on Saturday. It was the second year the organisers chose to have sports rather than a colourful parade. They believe this fosters more community involvement. Organisers of the annual Gqeberha Pride Festival have taken a different approach to the event by hosting friendly netball matches. The event was held in New Brighton on Saturday by Sicebise Social Inclusion+, an organisation formed in 2018 to … [Read more...] about Gqeberha Pride Festival: Sports Uniting Communities
Spaza Shop Landlords Shocked by R2,200 Permit Fee
Hundreds of landlords in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality were shocked to learn that they have to pay R2,207 to apply for a permit to rent out “spaza shops”. Landlords and immigrant spaza shop owners from Pakistan, Somali and Ethiopia were called to a meeting at Babs Madlakane Hall in KwaNobuhle, Kariega, on Thursday. The meeting was convened by SAPS, the community policing forum, and a group of pastors. The pastors have an office at the police station called Spiritual Crime Prevention … [Read more...] about Spaza Shop Landlords Shocked by R2,200 Permit Fee
A Century-Long Partnership With Mastertons Rooted in Trust and Shared Values
The global rise of coffee culture has transformed this beloved beverage from a simple morning ritual into a cornerstone of social life. Amidst this booming coffee scene, Mastertons Coffee and Tea Specialists in Gqeberha has emerged as a key player in meeting the increasing demand for high-quality coffee. This century-long partnership with Standard Bank has been instrumental to Mastertons’ growth and success.As Mastertons approached its 100th anniversary with Standard Bank, the company faced some … [Read more...] about A Century-Long Partnership With Mastertons Rooted in Trust and Shared Values
How the Rooftop Solar Market Evolved in 2024
Rooftop solar installations more than doubled in South Africa at the height of loadshedding, however the situation improved significantly in 2024, with the country now having experienced over 200 days without scheduled blackouts. This reduction in loadshedding led to a tapering interest in home rooftop installations after the boom of 2023. However, a new trend has emerged as electricity tariff increases drive renewed interest in solar installations.Data from Standard Bank’s LookSee home … [Read more...] about How the Rooftop Solar Market Evolved in 2024
Bavuma Returns for Test Series Against Sri Lanka
19 November 2024 by Guest JOHANNESBURG: Red-ball head coach Shukri Conrad has today announced a 14-player squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, which gets underway in Durban later this month. Captain Temba Bavuma will lead the side after being cleared for selection following a fitness test on Monday. He has recovered from a left elbow injury that sidelined him during the recent Test tour of Bangladesh. All-rounder Marco Jansen and fast bowler Gerald Coetzee return to … [Read more...] about Bavuma Returns for Test Series Against Sri Lanka
Why SA Youth Need to Beat the Bottle
By Sinentlahla Matshakeni, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiBeer, wine and spirits are as part of the South African lifestyle as shisanyama and the Springboks. However, evidence suggests our nation has a serious drinking problem. The Enyobeni Tavern tragedy in 2022 that claimed 21 lives of young South Africans aged just 13 years and older brought the country’s alcohol problems to the fore. SA’s alcohol consumption per drinker is among the highest in the world – and young people aged 15-29 … [Read more...] about Why SA Youth Need to Beat the Bottle
Arrest of SAFA President Danny Jordaan, Amidst Fraud Charges, Welcomed
Dear EditorThe Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the arrest of South African Football Association (SAFA) President Danny Jordaan, who has been charged with fraud after allegedly misappropriating R1.3 million of the association’s funds for his personal benefit. Jordaan, along with SAFA Chief Financial Officer Gronie Hluyo, has been treating the association’s finances as their personal chequebooks, reflecting a gross abuse of trust and responsibility. These new allegations, alongside previous … [Read more...] about Arrest of SAFA President Danny Jordaan, Amidst Fraud Charges, Welcomed
Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
The newly-appointed mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe has started her term of office by targeting immigrant-owned spaza shops. Eight shops were closed on Monday. The newly elected Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe ordered the closure of eight immigrant-owned shops on Monday afternoon, in an operation conducted jointly by health and Home Affairs officials, SAPS and metro police, and the City’s economic development and electricity directorates. On Tuesday, mayco member for … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
Patients Lie on the Floor at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital
GroundUp saw several patients lying on the floor in Uitenhage Provincial Hospital. A shortage of beds at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital in Kariega has meant some patients have to lie on the floor. GroundUp saw several patients on blankets or mattresses on the floor of the hospital, some with drips in their veins. The health department has acknowledged that there is pressure on beds as the population served by the hospital has grown. But, said the spokesperson, the patients lying on the floor had … [Read more...] about Patients Lie on the Floor at Uitenhage Provincial Hospital
