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Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback

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Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback: Measles remains one of the leading causes of death among young children globally, claiming 134 200 lives in 2015, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Of these deaths, the majority were children under the age of five. Measles is, however, a preventable disease for which a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available, says Dr Anchen Laubscher, medical director of Netcare. “WHO has estimated that measles vaccination … [Read more...] about Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback

Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback

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Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback: Measles remains one of the leading causes of death among young children globally, claiming 134 200 lives in 2015, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Of these deaths, the majority were children under the age of five. Measles is, however, a preventable disease for which a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available, says Dr Anchen Laubscher, medical director of Netcare. “WHO has estimated that measles vaccination … [Read more...] about Vaccination more important than ever as measles makes a comeback

But Lo there Breaks a Yet more Glorious Day – Featured Blog

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Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: But Lo there Breaks a Yet more Glorious Day: Friday 2 June 2017 | Deuce | Ill 10 years 9 months Our Grey Reunion 2017 celebrations commenced last Wednesday evening with the Selley Concert in the Feathermarket Hall. After the concert, Pera dropped me off at the Old Grey Club. There are always a few die-hards there who stay until the early hours of the morning. My Neighbour Grant Jennings took me home at about two? On Thursday evening we … [Read more...] about But Lo there Breaks a Yet more Glorious Day – Featured Blog

Radical economic transformation receives a boost with more than R20m industrial park in Mthatha

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Radical economic transformation receives a boost with more than R20m industrial park in Mthatha: Government’s radical economic transformation received a boost with the launch of the Vulindlela Heights Industrial Park in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Speaking at the launch, the Deputy Director-General of Special Economic Zones and Economic Transformation at Department of Trade and Industry (the dti), Mr Sipho Zikode said radical economic transformation starts when government provides … [Read more...] about Radical economic transformation receives a boost with more than R20m industrial park in Mthatha

Four More Invitees Announced For The JBU Supertrial powered by Monster Energy

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Four More Invitees Announced For The JBU Supertrial powered by Monster Energy: The JBU Supertrial presented by Monster Energy JBay – The waiting period for the 2017 edition of the JBU Supertrial powered by Monster Energy is coming up fast, so without any further ado here are the next four invited surfers into this prominent event. Local surfer Steve Sawyer won the event last year, and has had numerous good results in JBay over the years. The young goofy-footer also won the recent Buffalo City … [Read more...] about Four More Invitees Announced For The JBU Supertrial powered by Monster Energy

Uitenhage in the news: South Africa: Operational Successes Over Past Weekend Nets More Than 171 Suspects

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South Africa: Operational Successes Over Past Weekend Nets More Than 171 Suspects: Several successful operations were conducted over the past weekend and it resulted in the arrest of a total of 171 suspects for various crimes in the Uitenhage Cluster. These arrests included rape, assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. 171 arrested in EC crime prevention operations: A total of 171 suspects have been arrested for various crimes during crime … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: South Africa: Operational Successes Over Past Weekend Nets More Than 171 Suspects

Bhisho news: Khoi leaders cover more than 150km Saturday on long walk to Bhisho

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Khoi leaders cover more than 150km Saturday on long walk to Bhisho: A group of Khoi descendents, including ANC MPL, Christian Martin, have covered more than 150 kilometres of their walk from Port Elizabeth to the Provincial capital Bhisho. The group of 20 Khoisan leaders wants to deliver a message to the government that ... Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about Bhisho news: Khoi leaders cover more than 150km Saturday on long walk to Bhisho

J-Bay in the news: The Sea Creature That Scared Julian Wilson Much More Than A Shark

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The Sea Creature That Scared Julian Wilson Much More Than A Shark: Julian Wilson is the Aussie surfer who swam towards his mate Mick Fanning during the infamous shark attack at Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, two years ago. He's done with talking about that incident, which you can understand. But there was another time when ... Source: "Jeffreys Bay" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about J-Bay in the news: The Sea Creature That Scared Julian Wilson Much More Than A Shark

Mthatha news: Meet Siyabulela Xuza: One of South Africa’s youngest innovators on a mission to make energy more affordable

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Meet Siyabulela Xuza: One of South Africa’s youngest innovators on a mission to make energy more affordable: Siya says: “I was chasing the roar of a Cessna plane dropping election pamphlets over Mthatha, my South African township. It was 1994, the first year of a new democracy in my country and the sight of that technological marvel ignited in me a curiosity ... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. New kid on Bees block eyes PSL job: In 2014 Nene met Mthatha Bucks general manager Luxolo Matikinca, … [Read more...] about Mthatha news: Meet Siyabulela Xuza: One of South Africa’s youngest innovators on a mission to make energy more affordable

NMMU AND TAXI ASSOCIATIONS AGREE ON NO MORE DISRUPTIONS

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NMMU AND TAXI ASSOCIATIONS AGREE ON NO MORE DISRUPTIONS: The University today met with the executive leadership of a number of taxi associations operating in the Nelson Mandela Bay in a bid to iron out issues that had earlier this week seen disruptions at the Missionvale Campus. Source: NMMU News Latest News. Call for Fee Adjustment Grant applications: Students whose household income does not exceed R600 000 are urged to apply for the Department of Higher Education and Training’s … [Read more...] about NMMU AND TAXI ASSOCIATIONS AGREE ON NO MORE DISRUPTIONS

River Mile now more family friendly

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River Mile now more family friendly: The SPAR Summer Festival will have a strong emphasis on fun for the whole family when it takes place at Cannonville on February 25 and 26. Photo: Morné Condon The 93rd River Mile will be rebranded as the SPAR Summer Festival to cater for a broader audience, organisers announced today. Michael Zoetmulder of Zsports said that, in consultation with the partners, they had decided to change the name of one of Port Elizabeth’s longest running sports events to … [Read more...] about River Mile now more family friendly

More than one business? Here’s how to manage them at the same time, effectively

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More than one business? Here’s how to manage them at the same time, effectively: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” It’s a question that most of us heard by the time we were four years-old, with the expectation that the answer would be a single profession or career. But times are changing fast and many people are now rejecting the idea that they should choose to define themselves by only one job for life. Many young professionals and entrepreneurs are embracing the … [Read more...] about More than one business? Here’s how to manage them at the same time, effectively

Customer Satisfaction is More Important Than Ever During the Festive Season

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Customer Satisfaction is More Important Than Ever During the Festive Season: The end of year festive season is almost upon us and for many businesses, especially those in the retail sector, this means the start of the peak activity period. In order to realize revenue targets, as well as offer a shopping experience that attracts a loyal following, it is imperative that retailers, both traditional and online, are properly geared for the expected upsurge in sales that is synonymous with the … [Read more...] about Customer Satisfaction is More Important Than Ever During the Festive Season