Commonwealth Silver Medalist, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo (Kenya) will once again showcase his incredible racing prowess in South Africa this time at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K that will debut in “The Friendly City” on Sunday 02 April 2023.No stranger to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, Ebenyo has raced in the Mother City twice at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, winning the then Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 12K in 2021, before returning in May 2022 to race in the revamped Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE … [Read more...] about Commonwealth Silver Medalist, Daniel Ebenyo sets his sights on the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
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African Hunts & Safaris: Providing Memorable Hunting Experiences in South Africa
African Hunts & Safaris is a renowned African hunting outfitters and South African hunting outfitters that offers exceptional African hunting experiences with outstanding customer service. African Hunts & Safaris prides itself on providing responsible and sustainable hunting, ethical and fair hunt practices, and free-roaming game. Personalized Hunting Packages African Hunts & Safaris offers personalized hunting packages that can cater to the needs of the individual hunter, and they … [Read more...] about African Hunts & Safaris: Providing Memorable Hunting Experiences in South Africa
Ironman Secures Title Sponsor to 2025
Gqeberha, ISUZU Motors South Africa (IMSAf) is proud to announce its title sponsorship for the 2023-2025 IRONMAN races in South Africa. As a title partner, ISUZU will provide branded vehicles to facilitate the vast logistical support that comes with preparing and hosting for an event of this nature. Celestin Ndhlovu, ISUZU Motors South Africa Vice President of Strategy, Business Planning and Marketing says, “ISUZU has a long-standing relationship with IRONMAN spanning over 14 years. In 2009 we … [Read more...] about Ironman Secures Title Sponsor to 2025
Your Mother’s Murder is an Opportunity for You to Petition for the Return of the Death Penalty
Of all the idiotic drivel that we have seen from the pen of the President – this mornings attempt at spindoctoring the deep kak that South Africa is in after being greylisted takes the cake.The title of Cyril’s weekly missive to the peasants reads; “SOUTH AFRICA’S GREY LISTING IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO STRENGTHEN THE FIGHT AGAINST FINANCIAL CRIMES.” Sir, merely stating the obvious and doing sweet fokol about it does not exonerate you from blame and nor does it fix things. You could have lead with the … [Read more...] about Your Mother’s Murder is an Opportunity for You to Petition for the Return of the Death Penalty
EPVCC Exhibition
On Sunday 26 February 2023 the Eastern Province Veteran Car Club held an exhibition at their Conymgham Road premises of a number of classic vehicles.It was a relaxing day in the sun and a good catch up for my self seeing some old mates – Gino, Carol-Ann, Grizel and Louis thanks for the chats. Images from the day: 26 February 2023 – EPVCC The Eastern Province Veteran Car Club, based in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, was founded in 1969. The EPVCC’s aim is to encourage the acquisition, use, restoration, … [Read more...] about EPVCC Exhibition
Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km ready to break records
The beautiful coastal stretch of Marine Drive will be abuzz of excitement on Sunday morning as the third edition of the Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km returns to the friendly city of Gqeberha.With three world records and many world bests and national and continental records set in the previous two editions, the 2023 edition wants to continue this trend and yet another world class field has arrived in Nelson Mandela Bay. “I am very pleased with the elite field that has assembled this … [Read more...] about Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km ready to break records
Intermittent water supply continues in parts of NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality continues to experience water disruptions in some parts of the City.In response to this, water tankers have been dispatched to assist residents with the collection of water in the areas that are currently affected by the water disruptions due to the prolonged drought crisis. Following the City’s decision to reduce abstraction at the Churchill Dam to preserve and maximise the low water resources, various residential areas have started to experience intermittent … [Read more...] about Intermittent water supply continues in parts of NMBM
Take THAT World Records
An early morning start for runners, spectators, media and stakeholders in the 3rd edition of the Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50 km this morning in Gqeberha saw athletes Tete Morena Dijana and Emane Seifu Hayile set new men’s and women’s 50km world records, obliterating them in the process.All the Images: 2023 Nedbank Runified 50km The women set off at 5:30 am followed by the men 20 minutes later. Weather conditions were perfect for the flat course – 5 rounds of the 10 km course. An … [Read more...] about Take THAT World Records
World records the theme for the 2023 Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km
In what was perfect weather conditions for runners, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality was the beautiful backdrop once again for a morning of record-breaking performances as Nedbank Running Club (NRC) athletes Tete Morena Dijana and Emane Seifu Hayile set new men’s and women’s 50km world records, obliterating them in the process.With the women setting off in the dark with the starters pistol fired at 05:30, it was evident that the pack were taking advantage of the perfect weather conditions as … [Read more...] about World records the theme for the 2023 Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km
NMBM to receive 20 water trucks as drought worsens
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s water supply is in critical distress. With a total of 12.27% dam levels on Friday, 24 February 2023, the City continues to maintain abstractions from the Kromme system in compliance with the Department of Water and Sanitation directive to reduce abstraction.Due to the new developments, various parts in NMBM continue to experience water disruptions. To boost the City’s resources, 20 additional water trucks will be delivered to NMBM by the Department of Water and … [Read more...] about NMBM to receive 20 water trucks as drought worsens
Andrew Whitfield elected DA Provincial Leader
The DA Leadership Elections took place at the Democratic Alliance (DA) Eastern Cape Provincial Congress 2023 in Graaff-Reinet.Andrew Whitfield MP was elected as DA EC Provincial Leader, while Yusuf Cassim MPL was elected as EC Provincial Chairperson. Werner Horn MP and Bridget Masango MP, DA EC Provincial Congress Presiding Officers said; “The election results were compliant with all DA election requirements and rules and the vote count proceeded without any queries or objections. “The results … [Read more...] about Andrew Whitfield elected DA Provincial Leader
Gqeberha pair fired up to land SA women’s doubles squash title
Gqeberha’s national squash players Lizelle Muller and Hayley Ward will team up for the first time to challenge for top honours when the Tswalu South African Doubles Squash Championships take place in Johannesburg this weekend.The tournament will be held at the Country Club Johannesburg courts in Auckland Park from February 24 to 26, and will see the cream of South Africa’s players gunning for the women’s, men’s and mixed titles. Muller and Ward, who both represented South Africa at the African … [Read more...] about Gqeberha pair fired up to land SA women’s doubles squash title
DA retains two wards in the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality
Dear EditorThe DA in the Eastern Cape is extremely proud of its performance in both the ward 2 and ward 5 by-elections in the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality. Yesterday, 22 February 2023, voters again showed faith in the party and its candidates, Archer Heynse (ward 2) and Lorraine Smith Johnson (ward 5), as we managed to successfully retain both wards. We are confident that Archer and Lorraine will continue the DA’s hard work in these wards and fight for services to be delivered to … [Read more...] about DA retains two wards in the Blue Crane Route Local Municipality
ISUZU backs ATC Multisport for 2023 IRONMAN Races
GQEBERHA – ISUZU Motors South Africa is pleased to announce its sponsorship of one of South Africa’s largest triathlon and multisport clubs, ATC Multisport for the 2023 IRONMAN races.ATC Multisport, was formed in 2006, and has an active database of about 1000 members, across the three sporting disciplines namely; swimming, cycling and running. Representing the ISUZU brand, a team from ATC Multisport will be participating at several IRONMAN South Africa races in 2023 including the African … [Read more...] about ISUZU backs ATC Multisport for 2023 IRONMAN Races
Sustainability in eventing: RX Africa’s drive to Zero Waste
23 FEBRUARY 2023: For the better part of the last decade, RX Africa has implemented global best practise around sustainability in the eventing industry, driving initiatives company-wide that will see the company achieve Zero Waste by 2024.This is the word from RX Africa CEO Carol Weaving, who notes that changes have been measurably impactful, but that there will always be more to be done. “We began by looking at each event we create or participate in, and how we could minimise its impact on the … [Read more...] about Sustainability in eventing: RX Africa’s drive to Zero Waste
