From rusted to running, Gqeberha mechanic brings automotive heritage to roads: Just in time for Spring, during the post-world war era that is, the first iconic VW Beetle rolled off the production line in Kariega. Source: "Kariega" - BingNews. Facelifted Volkswagen Polo production begins in South Africa: The facelifted Volkswagen Polo is set to hit South African showrooms in early 2022. Here’s what we know so far: ... Source: "Kariega" - BingNews. New Polo to continue sales success for … [Read more...] about Kariega News: From rusted to running, Gqeberha mechanic brings automotive heritage to roads
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The Heritage Society – PRIDE – MyPR.co.za
The Heritage Society – PRIDE: During Lockdown Levels 5 to 2 we in Nelson Mandela Bay witnessed the coming together of many citizens as they beautified and cleaned their immediate surroundings, banded together to help those less fortunate and gave willing of their time and money in search of a better life for all. All this aided in instilling a sense of pride in place and people amongst us all. Building upon this exemplary work and taking cues from amateur historians, a core group of … [Read more...] about The Heritage Society – PRIDE – MyPR.co.za
MultiNet Home Loans Helping South Africans Build Their Heritage – MyPR.co.za
MultiNet Home Loans Helping South Africans Build Their Heritage: MultiNET’s 22-year heritage – R165 billion in home loans, 145 000 approved loans, over 250 000 applications Johannesburg, 24 September 2020 – For many, owning property is part of building a heritage to leave behind. It is a place to put down roots, to grow the family and ensure a firm financial foundation. As SA’s largest independent mortgage bond originator, MultiNET is proud to have been helping South Africans build their … [Read more...] about MultiNet Home Loans Helping South Africans Build Their Heritage – MyPR.co.za
Gerard Sekoto’s In the Beer Hall – A matter of National Heritage – MyPR.co.za
Gerard Sekoto’s In the Beer Hall – A matter of National Heritage: Johannesburg, August 21 2020: Early Gerard Sekoto painting considered too significant to leave South Africa. Aspire Art Auctions recently unveiled an early painting by celebrated South African artist, Gerard Sekoto. Titled In the beer hall and painted in c.1939/40, the work was initially intended for auction in Paris as part of the Modern & Contemporary African Art sale, in collaboration with the French auction house … [Read more...] about Gerard Sekoto’s In the Beer Hall – A matter of National Heritage – MyPR.co.za
Northumberland village heritage group seeks support to finish restoration of old signposts – Lockdown News
Northumberland village heritage group seeks support to finish restoration of old signposts: It is the latest project tackled by the Glanton Heritage Group, set up in 2010 to identify and restore features from the past that make the village special. They have already restored two of the ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Chichester Festival Theatre wraps itself in a positive message of hope: This July, in collaboration with theatres across the UK, #scenechange has launched … [Read more...] about Northumberland village heritage group seeks support to finish restoration of old signposts – Lockdown News
Liberation Struggle Heritage Tour – Nelson Mandela Bay [video]
Visit and explore more Port Elizabeth videos. https://youtu.be/frEWhOLnS8c Nelson Mandela Bay, which is named after the great Nelson Mandela, former African National Congress leader, apartheid activist and president of South Africa, is where very important events took place in the build up to South Africa's democracy, and indeed its freedom. "So much of the struggle for freedom in South Africa took place right here in Nelson Mandela Bay." - Geoff Foster of Ezethu Tours. During the … [Read more...] about Liberation Struggle Heritage Tour – Nelson Mandela Bay [video]
Uitenhage News: Heritage Day reburial of Stuurman skeleton on hold following row
Heritage Day reburial of Stuurman skeleton on hold following row: Edmund, from Uitenhage, said his family could be related to the Stuurman skeleton and asked UCT to do a DNA comparison “to determine who is family and who is not”. The skeleton is part of nine sets of ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Here is a list of the best hospitals in South Africa: One can find out more details about Fort Napier Hospital by clicking here. Uitenhage provincial hospital is a public medical facility that … [Read more...] about Uitenhage News: Heritage Day reburial of Stuurman skeleton on hold following row
Municipality deserves pat on the back
"The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality deserves a pat on the back for the publication of a well-researched liberation heritage book, entitled A Walk Through Our Past"; launched at the Nangoza Jebe Hall yesterday. The Eastern Cape MEC for Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Bulelwa Tunyiswa, made this remark and announced a number of critical liberation heritage projects currently ongoing in the province during her keynote address at the event. “I am taking this opportunity to extend a hand … [Read more...] about Municipality deserves pat on the back
PE in the news: PICS: Springboks sport Madiba shirts ahead of Heritage Day
PICS: Springboks sport Madiba shirts ahead of Heritage Day: And ahead of Heritage Day on Monday, the Boks sported special Madiba shirts at a function in Port Elizabeth. The South African team attended a mayoral reception on Sunday night ahead of next Saturday’ ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. South Africa: Family Members Arrested for Murder - Bethelsdorp: They are expected to appear in the Port Elizabeth magistrate court on Tuesday, 25/09. AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day … [Read more...] about PE in the news: PICS: Springboks sport Madiba shirts ahead of Heritage Day
#AnswerTheCall To Celebrate The Eastern Cape
Editor: It would appear that the weekend of 27 October is a popular one for events - so far MyPE has reported on the Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, the Lake Farm Street Collection and now the Legends Heritage Jazz Meets Turnup Festival. Submit your events to MyZA or your Press Release on MyPR for more exposure. From the 25th to the 27th of October in East London, the inaugural Legends Heritage Jazz Meets Turnup Festival will be bringing together the beautiful people of the Eastern Cape, fellow … [Read more...] about #AnswerTheCall To Celebrate The Eastern Cape
Grahamstown in the news: SA’s most endangered heritage sites 2017 announced
SA's most endangered heritage sites 2017 announced: The communities of Grahamstown (Eastern Cape), Hilton (KwaZulu-Natal) and Heilbron (Free State), argue that with the necessary willpower Transnet can release these sites for adaptive reuse, returning once bustling economic hubs back to productive use in ... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Apology and Retraction: This article was a fabrication from the journalist Sivuyile Ndawuni and he also created the impression that he interviewed the … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: SA’s most endangered heritage sites 2017 announced
King Williams Town news: Steve Biko’s letter and the sale of SA’s heritage to the highest bidder
Steve Biko’s letter and the sale of SA’s heritage to the highest bidder: Biko wrote to the chief magistrates in King William’s Town, Eastern Cape requesting permission to visit his wife Nontsikelelo ‘Ntsiki’ Mashalaba at St. Matthew’s Hospital just outside Keiskammahoek where she worked. Winslow said that this letter ... Source: "King Williams Town" - BingNews. East Cape investors duped out of millions: X-Traders Market (XTM), which had offices in King William’s Town and Fort Beaufort, and … [Read more...] about King Williams Town news: Steve Biko’s letter and the sale of SA’s heritage to the highest bidder
Liberation Struggle Heritage Tour – Nelson Mandela Bay – Featured Blog
Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: Liberation Struggle Heritage Tour - Nelson Mandela Bay: Township tours are very popular with international tourist visiting our beautiful city but its not really something many locals go on. I've had the opportunity to explore the townships on a few occations in the past and with a variety of guides and I have to say that it is something every South African should do at least once. Especially white South Africans. One … [Read more...] about Liberation Struggle Heritage Tour – Nelson Mandela Bay – Featured Blog
R18 Million shortfall to repair Main Library sought
The Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Committee on Wednesday 25 October gave it's support to the recommendation that the Main Library be repaired at a cost of R33 975 594.73. The Main Library has been closed since the Municipality temporarily closed the Govan Mbeki Avenue building on Thursday, 11 September 2014 so that necessary repair and maintenance work can be undertaken, as a continuation of previous repairs undertaken. See: Temporary Closure of Main Municipal Library. The Main Library … [Read more...] about R18 Million shortfall to repair Main Library sought
South Africa’s heritage a financial gem
South Africa’s heritage a financial gem: HERITAGE MATTERS: Heritage practitioner Bryan Wintermeyer (right) and historian Grizel Hart have been part of a campaign to lobby business and the public to appreciate SA’s heritage. One of the sites visited as part of the campaign was the Scottish Cemetery in Port Elizabeth’s St George’s Park. Photo: (Image: Supplied) (Port Elizabeth) – Property owners and developers are underestimating the immense heritage and financial potential which South Africa’s … [Read more...] about South Africa’s heritage a financial gem
