GOOD NEWS for Gqeberha residents, late entries for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K will be taken at Race Pack Collection at The Boardwalk (Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha) on Friday 31 March between 10:00 – 19:00 and Saturday 01 April between 09:00 – 14:00.“We can’t wait to celebrate the debut of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in Gqeberha and would like all residents to be part of the experience,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa RUN YOUR … [Read more...] about Last chance to enter the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
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Strengthening Education and Literacy in Nelson Mandela Bay
The Ford Motor Company of South Africa has once again partnered with the READ Educational Trust in the Eastern Cape, by donating much needed funds to the Rally to Read programme. This year, the programme will include a digital literacy element, for the first time.Ford has a long association with Rally to Read and the latest project is the result of another R1,360 million grant by Ford aimed at bolstering education and literacy in the province. The Rally to Read will benefit around 4,085 learners … [Read more...] about Strengthening Education and Literacy in Nelson Mandela Bay
Elroy Gelant ready for Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K debut
One of South Africa’s most seasoned middle-distance athletes, be it on the road, the track or in cross country, Elroy Gelant is excited to toe-the-line at the inaugural Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K this coming Sunday 02 April 2023.The South African 5000m record holder – 13:04.88 (Hengelo, 2016) has represented South Africa on 21 occasions, racking up two Olympic performances, an African Championships silver, and a World University Games Bronze Medal in the process. Gelant is a regular at the … [Read more...] about Elroy Gelant ready for Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K debut
Graeme in tense finish to Festival opening day
In a match full of physicality and marked by a tense finish, the host team made a winning start to the GBS Graeme College Rugby Festival with an 18-14 win over Framesby in Makhanda on Thursday.Image: https://straton.org.za/picture.php?/19637 The opening day of the three-day tournament was completed by the supremely organised Grey College side showing their style as they overpowered Marlow Agricultural 52-12. True to their nature, the Cradock side never stopped trying and were rewarded with two … [Read more...] about Graeme in tense finish to Festival opening day
Adidas Unveils Nature-Inspired Federation Away Kits For FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023
adidas showcases bold new jerseys for Argentina, Colombia, Germany, Japan, Spain, and Sweden, which together with the previously unveiled kits for Italy and Jamaica and the yet to be released Philippines jerseys, form the brand´s roster of participating teams in this year´s FIFA Women´s World CupTM Designs across all adidas federations draw inspiration from nature, celebrating unique natural scenery found in each nation, connecting players and fans alike, by encouraging a shared appreciation of … [Read more...] about Adidas Unveils Nature-Inspired Federation Away Kits For FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023
New BCM Mayor has 100 days to deliver on promises
Dear EditorThe Democratic Alliance (DA) is giving the newly elected ANC mayor of the Buffalo City Municipality, Princess Faku, 100 days to deliver on her promises or face a motion of no confidence (MONC). Buffalo City residents are exploited with some of the country’s highest rates, taxes, and electricity prices. It is about time the municipality started upholding its side. The people of Buffalo City are tired of empty promises, they need a municipality that delivers the services they are … [Read more...] about New BCM Mayor has 100 days to deliver on promises
SA Invitational Xi Squad Announced For Netherlands Tour Match
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has today named a 12-man SA Invitational XI squad to take on Netherlands in a 50-over match at TUKS Oval on Tuesday, 28 March.Six Gun Grill Western Province batter Tony de Zorzi, who is currently part of the One-Day International squad against West Indies, will captain the side which boasts Proteas capped players including North West Dragons’ all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy and Dafabet Warriors wicket-keeper Sinethemba Qeshile. CSA … [Read more...] about SA Invitational Xi Squad Announced For Netherlands Tour Match
Classy Klaasen Earns Proteas Share Of Series
POTCHEFSTROOM: An astonishing second career century by Heinrich Klaasen helped the Proteas thump West Indies by four wickets to earn a share of their Betway One-Day International (ODI) Series at the JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom on Tuesday.The right-hander plundered an unbeaten 119 from just 61 balls (15 fours, 5 sixes) – and along the way recorded the fourth fastest century by a South African – to help the hosts chase down a target of 261 inside 30 overs. Klaasen reached three figures … [Read more...] about Classy Klaasen Earns Proteas Share Of Series
Savoy Theatre Celebrates World Theatre Day with Workshops and Concerts
The PEG&S Society is celebrating World Theatre Day with Open Days at the Savoy Theatre so that everyone can experience the magic of theatre and live performance. The weekend of 25-26th March will mark the third time that G&S has celebrated this international event and visitors can enjoy workshops, discussions and demonstrations as well as the annual Making an Impact Concerts.The PEG&S Society is constantly moving beyond the traditional “amateur theatre” model to become a true … [Read more...] about Savoy Theatre Celebrates World Theatre Day with Workshops and Concerts
Big wins as Durban hosts the successful 2023 AIRE-ZA KZN Para Surfing Champs
The extremely challenging hot and windy conditions on Saturday, 11 March 2023 didn’t deter the 43 KZN athletes – all with varying disabilities – as they took to the water at Durban’s Addington Beach to compete in this year’s AIRE-ZA KZN Para Surfing Champs. “These were some of the most challenging conditions we have ever witnessed at a para surfing competition, but this didn’t deter the bravery, perseverance, and skill from shining through our incredible surfers,” said Julia van Zyl, Founding … [Read more...] about Big wins as Durban hosts the successful 2023 AIRE-ZA KZN Para Surfing Champs
Tangible Coding touches thousands of lives across South Africa
Tangible coding, which was predominantly used in a pilot project by the Department of Basic Education last year to introduce 21 st century skills to primary school learners across the country, has proven to be an excellent tool for the diverse South African school landscape.Various coding platforms were introduced to 23 636 teachers across the country in a partnership between the DBE and teacher unions SADTU, NAPTOSA, SAOU, NATU and PEU. Most of these teachers – 17 611 – were trained … [Read more...] about Tangible Coding touches thousands of lives across South Africa
#NationalShutdown – EC 2nd Last
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says at least 550 people have been arrested for various crimes ranging from public violence to intimidation during the National Shutdown on Monday.In a statement on Monday evening, NATJOINTS said that in those arrested, Gauteng recorded the highest number of arrests with 149. “The NATJOINTS has at 22:00 on, 20 March 2023, arrested more than 550 protestors for amongst others public violence, intimidation, damage to critical … [Read more...] about #NationalShutdown – EC 2nd Last
#NationalShutdown – One Way to Ensure that SAPS Members Don’t Vote For You
There is positive marketing and there is negative marketing.And then there is Wee Julie marketing – Wee Julie has continued this week with some severe egg on his face after promising the revolutionary mother of all national protest actions – on a day when most South Africans were NOT at work anyway we had the EFF trying to shutdown the country and force Big Cyril out of his comfortable chair in the Union Buildings onto Phala Phala for a bit of money counting. Wee Julie certainly gained the … [Read more...] about #NationalShutdown – One Way to Ensure that SAPS Members Don’t Vote For You
International win for Bay’s Roastmaster
A South African Roastmaster from Nelson Mandela Bay, Shaun Aupiais, this weekend flew the SA flag high when he won an international coffee roasting contest in El Salvador.Participating in the Producer and Roaster Forum’s El Salvador international coffee roasting championship, hosted and organised by Perfect Daily Grind in San Salvador, El Salvador, Aupiais won the high-profile competition by doing what he loves best. Red Band Barista Academy co-founder, Aupiais, competed against the best in the … [Read more...] about International win for Bay’s Roastmaster
AFRICANX Stage Two delivers a “True Trail Running” experience!
“Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money” Stage Two, the maiden stage of the 2023 PICKLE JUICE AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race started in cool weather conditions at the picturesque Elgin Grabouw Country Club on Saturday 18 March 2023. Teams of two runners (male, female and/or mixed) had to complete a challenging +-34km “true trail running” course before crossing the finish line at the iconic Houw Hoek Hotel aka “AFRICANX basecamp”. There was a shakeup in the Men’s Team Category with Hakeem … [Read more...] about AFRICANX Stage Two delivers a “True Trail Running” experience!
