Ian Gray, NSRI Port Elizabeth station commander, said; "At 12h10 on Sunday 25 March, NSRI Port Elizabeth volunteer sea rescue duty crew were activated following reports from EC Government Health: EMS of a multiple drowning incident in progress at Bluewater Bay Beach, between the Swartkops River mouth and Nqura harbour, Port Elizabeth. "Our NSRI Port Elizabeth volunteer sea rescue duty crew launched 3 of our sea rescue craft and our sea rescue vehicle responded. "Bluewater Bay lifeguards, … [Read more...] about 21 Swept to Sea off Bluewater Bay, 5 Missing, 1 Drowned
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Port Elizabeth Groups have a chance of playing alongside Usher
Two Port Elizabeth music groups have advanced to the finals of the the Hansa Festival of Legends which is being held at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on 10 March. 6 urban artists from around SA which will open for Usher who is the main act - and one of these six will be from Port Elizabeth. Port Elizabeth finalists vying for the coveted spot are Shoelace - a R&B outfit from Motherwell and H-Zwegellus a 6 piece dance group from Walmer. On paper Shoelace have got the experience but may still … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Groups have a chance of playing alongside Usher
Redhouse River Contamination – We Never Learn
2012 is the third year in a row that the famous Redhouse River Mile will be held on the Sunday's River. For years now sailors, swimmers, rowers and other river users have been aware that they need to smear vaseline on or cover up any open sores before entering the river. I have personally seen sores on my legs take weeks to heal after sailing on the river. What is frustrating to residents and river users alike is that the outbursts of 'contamination' are unpredictable by nature and subject to … [Read more...] about Redhouse River Contamination – We Never Learn
Positive Motherwell Intervention Curbs Women, Children and Alcohol Abuse
Next week, around 100 men residing in Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, most of whom are known perpetrators of crimes against women and children as a result of alcohol abuse, will graduate from a six-week workshop that focuses on driving and inspiring behavioural change. The graduation ceremony will be held at the Motherwell Community Hall NU13, Ngedle Street, Motherwell from 10am to 1pm on 7 February 2012. The Tavern Intervention Programme (TIP) for Men is an initiative led by the South African … [Read more...] about Positive Motherwell Intervention Curbs Women, Children and Alcohol Abuse
Warming the Heart of Motherwell
The needy people of Motherwell will sleep more snugly tonight, thanks to a massive donation of bedding and linen from Volpes, distributed by the caring Human Heart Service Organisation (HHSO). HSSO is a registered non-profit organisation providing community service to the many desperately poor people in Motherwell township. Founded in 2010 by Zamile Futa, its aims are primarily to counsel and uplift families who are being torn apart by the ravages of poverty, HIV Aids, disabilities and … [Read more...] about Warming the Heart of Motherwell
Motherwell, get ready for Big Screen Springbok Action against Namibia
Rugby fans in Port Elizabeth will get the chance to see their Springbok heroes live in action on the big screen on Thursday when they play against Namibia in the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. Dubbed as the home of rugby and the commercial capital of the Eastern Cape, Motherwell in Port Elizabeth is one of the selected locations where the SARU Township TV will show the action live from New Zealand. Township TV aims to provide South African townships with a unique form of entertainment in … [Read more...] about Motherwell, get ready for Big Screen Springbok Action against Namibia
Scheduled Interruption to Motherwell Electricity Supply
Motherwell residents are kindly requested to note that the electricity supply to the area bounded by NU 10, NU 11, NU 12, NU 29 and Tjoksville will be interrupted this Sunday (11 September) between 08:00 and 17:00. Routine maintenance will be carried out on the Motherwell North power network. If the planned interruption to the supply has to be postponed due to inclement weather, the electricity will be disconnected during the same hours on Sunday, 18 September 2011. As there is no … [Read more...] about Scheduled Interruption to Motherwell Electricity Supply
Somali Community Pledge R270 000 worth of Support to Motherwell Residents on Chronic Medication
The South African Somali Community will help poor people taking chronic medication in three Nelson Mandela Bay clinics get much needed food. Approximately 1000 people taking medication in Well's Estate Clinic, Thanduxolo Clinic in NU10 and the Motherwell Healthcare Centre in NU4B will benefit from the initiative. The patients will get a meal each day before taking their medication for the next six months at a total cost of R15 000 per clinic per month. The initiative starting later this … [Read more...] about Somali Community Pledge R270 000 worth of Support to Motherwell Residents on Chronic Medication
Elements of Hip Hop – Bring The Fire
Each monthly Hip Hop session is themed and the name of this month's is; "Elements Of Hip Hop "- Bring the Fire". This next session will be held on Saturday 30 July on the NU6 Square in Motherwell from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. This session is an outdoor event, open to the public and entrance is FREE. Experience Poetry, Deejays, B-Boying and B-Girling (Hip Hop dance), Mceeng and Rap. Expect to be entertained by the likes of Dj Sebbz (Kqfm), Gezlah Gazette, The Optophones, Siya the 13 Disciple … [Read more...] about Elements of Hip Hop – Bring The Fire
Intervention Needed to Prevent Housing Evictions in Port Elizabeth Township
Impoverished housing beneficiaries in the Port Elizabeth township of Motherwell are being threatened with eviction from the homes where they have been living for over 20 years because they have been trapped in a vicious circle of poverty. It is inhumane to give a person a home only to take it away again. These people were never properly informed about the procedures and time frames for capital repayments. In one case Mr. TG Saul was given a bond in 1989 for R25 000. This included insurance on … [Read more...] about Intervention Needed to Prevent Housing Evictions in Port Elizabeth Township
Fancy a Slap Up Meal?
If you want your share of free inyama tomorrow apparently all you will have to do is wear clothes of a certain colour, sing words that sound like "fix my washing machine" and incorporate dance moves that approximate the shooting of a machine gun in your dancing. As my "A Non E Mouse" informant, who is stocking up on clothes that have the colour of the sky, reports; "There is going to be a BIG party in Motherwell tomorrow. As I am sure you know, Zuma is visiting PE to canvass more votes. Two … [Read more...] about Fancy a Slap Up Meal?
Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell
This morning my Domestic Worker, Edith Makinana, reported that there were numerous attacks and looting on the Somalis shops in Wesley Estate (the local name for Wells Estate, Motherwell), yesterday. The Somalis are peaceful people who try and eke out a living with their little stores in the Townships. Unfortunately though, it is perceived by local shop keepers that the Somalis are a threat, as they often offer better pricing than the locals and assist members of the public when customers are … [Read more...] about Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell
Elements of Hip Hop PoetrySoulFusion (No Books Allowed) Session
You are invited to the monthly outdoor community session in Motherwell (NU 6 Square) this Saturday 30 April 2011, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. The "Elements of Hip Hop PoetrySoulFussion (no books allowed) Session" is open to the public and free of charge. The theme and focus this month is poetry and soul musik in an outdoor environment. The session, called "Elements of Hip Hop PoetrySoulFussion (no books allowed)" will feature poets from Grahamstown and the Nelson Mandela Metropole. Some of … [Read more...] about Elements of Hip Hop PoetrySoulFusion (No Books Allowed) Session
FREE Live Hip Hop Sessions at Motherwell NU Park
The Elements of Hip Hop company has put together an entertainment-filled hip hop event to be performed for free at Motherwell NU Park this Saturday, March 26 from 11h00 to 17h00. "There will be many live performances by local hip hop artists as well as acts by local b-boys, b-girls and krumpers," says Gezlah Gazette from Elements of Hip Hop. There will be snacks and drinks on sale at the venue and entrance is free. For more information, contact organizer, Gezlah Gazette on 078 582 1469 … [Read more...] about FREE Live Hip Hop Sessions at Motherwell NU Park
R95 million Motherwell Human Settlements Project
A number of families living in NU29 in Motherwell will move into their houses by no later than June this year, as construction on site may be finished by May 2011. The R95 million project will be officially launched on Friday, 12 March 2011 at an event to be attended by community members, senior political leaders and municipal officials. The project entails the construction of 1 142 units at NU29 for people relocated from Qaqawuli (1998) Ramaposa, Chris Hani, Englonvini and Edongweni … [Read more...] about R95 million Motherwell Human Settlements Project
