Dear EditorResidents of Nelson Mandela Bay are the true winners after today’s cancellation of the special council meeting, called to debate a motion of no confidence against Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor, Retief Odendaal, and senior leadership. The cancellation of this frivolous council meeting means that Mayor Odendaal and his multi-party coalition partners can continue to focus on ensuring that residents get the services they are entitled to. The ANC/EFF Doomsday Coalition petitioned for a special … [Read more...] about Who wins after cancellation of NMB special council meeting?
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Mind My Broadway
It’s time to get back to some good old Broadway! Audiences in Nelson Mandela Bay have already enjoyed a feast of great shows from G&S at the Savoy in 2023. This years’ Valentine’s Cabaret was hailed as the best ever and the January Holiday Theatre Project was a huge hit with both 35 young performers and an excited public. There’s much more to come starting with a return of the always popular Broadway Revue after 4 years – Mind My Broadway.Leandi Fontini, co-Director of Music! Movies! Magic! … [Read more...] about Mind My Broadway
Dear SA – This is Why I Lost my Pride in You
Admittedly this diatribe is off the back of little sleep, persistent flu and other stresses and strains making my life just that little bit more….. interesting. But I am normally a ‘glass half-full kinda guy so, do read, sympathise and then realise that tomorrow will be a brighter day and today’s farging farging will be a memory.In between my tossing and turning last night and waking up to Yet Another Load Shedding Episode I am moved to say that I have lost all pride in South Africa. Today I am … [Read more...] about Dear SA – This is Why I Lost my Pride in You
Blind Spot Monitor Sees What You Don’t
In celebration of Motorcycle Awareness Month, Volkswagen is highlighting their commitment to ensuring safer roads in South Africa, a country with one of the highest road accident rates and road accident deaths in the world. To highlight this ambition together with Volkswagen’s new IQ.Drive features, the People’s Car brand has launched an innovative campaign which uses a new and innovative paint technology to showcase the impressive functionality of Blind Spot Monitoring, a unique feature that … [Read more...] about Blind Spot Monitor Sees What You Don’t
Don’t miss your chance to enter the Oceans 8 Charity Swim!
This is a call for anyone looking to enter the first-of-its-kind, warm water ocean challenge exclusively for charity – The Oceans 8 Charity Swim – taking place on Friday, 16th and Saturday, 17th June 2023 at the Durban Undersea Club. The closing date for entrants of the 8 Mile swim is Monday, 15th May, and those who enter the 1 Mile swim by Wednesday, 31st May will receive a free Oceans 8 buff. “We are really excited to be hosting the inaugural Oceans 8 Charity Swim and would like to extend our … [Read more...] about Don’t miss your chance to enter the Oceans 8 Charity Swim!
When Criminals Do Not Fear The Law
Dear EditorOn 27 April 2023 our organization Abantu Integrity Movement (AIM) joined other civil society formations in a community march against violent crime. We handed a petition in at the Bethelsdorp Police Station. We could have marched to any police station as violent crime is a major scourge across Nelson Mandela Bay. We symbolically chose Bethelsdorp because it is identified in the latest police crime statistics as one of the most dangerous neighbourhoods to live in in the whole … [Read more...] about When Criminals Do Not Fear The Law
Buyeye to Rescue of 79-year-old Granny
A 79-year-old granny. Mary Jansen from Missionvale will now wake up to a breath of fresh air, following a swift clean-up by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in response to an illegal dumping that had turned her house into a dumping site.The clean up comes after NMBM Public Health Mayoral Committee Member, Cllr Thsonono Buyeye was notified of the disturbing scene at Jansen’s home by the media on Thursday. Responding the problem, MMC Buyeye visited the area on Thursday to conduct an assessment … [Read more...] about Buyeye to Rescue of 79-year-old Granny
North End Cemetery Fencing Recovered in Sidwell Scrapyard
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s law enforcers made a swift recovery of nine panels of palisade fencing that were stolen from the North End Cemetery on Friday, 05 May 2023. This comes after NMBM Public Health officials noted in the morning that the panels were stolen, presumably in the early hours on Friday, as the fencing had been in place on Thursday. Following the recovery, the officials embarked on a search for the stolen panels and decided to visit nearby metal scrap … [Read more...] about North End Cemetery Fencing Recovered in Sidwell Scrapyard
McGuigan Excited Ahead Of Challenge At Humewood Links
Defending NMB Classic champion Doug McGuigan will use a special victory he achieved in 2022 as a driving force to land another title when the Nelson Mandela Bay Classic gets under way at Humewood Golf Club on Wednesday.The Senior Sunshine Tour event, with prize-money of R500 000, has attracted arguably the strongest field since the inaugural event in 2021 and is sure to deliver an exciting contest from Wednesday to Friday. The 52-year-old McGuigan went through some seriously emotional moments in … [Read more...] about McGuigan Excited Ahead Of Challenge At Humewood Links
Msikaba Bridge site claims first death
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) and contractors, the Concor/MECSA Construction Joint Venture, are saddened by the death of a construction worker who passed away at the Msikaba Bridge construction site in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape Province, on Friday, 5 May 2023.SANRAL and the contractors, CME JV, offered their condolences to the family of the worker, who died after a fatal accident occurred at the Msikaba Bridge construction site. He worked for one of the … [Read more...] about Msikaba Bridge site claims first death
Dietary Supplements for Dogs and Cats: Enhancing Well-being
Pets are more than just companions; they are cherished members of our families. As a result, their health and well-being become a top priority for pet owners. Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting their overall health, and dietary supplements have gained popularity as a potential tool for optimising pet nutrition. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits and considerations of dietary supplements for dogs and cats, helping you make informed decisions about your furry friends’ … [Read more...] about Dietary Supplements for Dogs and Cats: Enhancing Well-being
Cape Town Surfer Stable After Shark Bite
Paul van Jaarsveld, NSRI Jeffreys Bay station commander, said: At 17h30, Wednesday, 3 May, NSRI Jeffreys Bay duty crew were activated following reports of a man bitten by a shark while surfing at Supertubes, Jeffreys Bay.A bystander had raised the alarm and was requesting and was provided the access code to the NSRI shark bite kit stationed at that beach. NSRI Jeffreys Bay rescue swimmers and NSRI medics responded directly to the scene while an NSRI rescue craft was prepared to be … [Read more...] about Cape Town Surfer Stable After Shark Bite
Stillwater Sports partners with Dragons Sports in 2023
Stillwater Sports, South Africa’s leading road running and cycling events agency, has announced an exciting partnership with Dragons Sports, that will see some of South Africa’s most prestigious sporting events partner with three prominent cycling brands in South Africa, namely GIANT, LIV and AVALANCHE. Dragons Sports is the distributor of an exciting range of products in South Africa, including the premier bike brands GIANT and LIV, as well as the exciting brand, AVALANCHE. “The Stillwater … [Read more...] about Stillwater Sports partners with Dragons Sports in 2023
Motherwell: Condolences for fatally shot court orderly
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD) has extended its condolences to the family of a police officer, who was fatally shot while serving as a court orderly at the Motherwell Magistrate’s Court in Gqeberha on Wednesday.A suspect allegedly entered the court, disarmed the officer and shot him but was arrested following a shoot-out with the police. “The department… regrettably confirms a shooting incident, which resulted in one person passing away at the Motherwell … [Read more...] about Motherwell: Condolences for fatally shot court orderly
Frivolous NMB Motion of No Confidence falls flat
Dear EditorThe ANC/EFF Doomsday Coalition in Nelson Mandela Bay has yet again shown its incompetence and ignorance by not even being able to submit a motion of no confidence in accordance with council rules. In their desperation to get their hands on the city’s coffers and resume the looting they are well known for, the ANC and EFF cobbled together enough signatures from smaller parties to successfully petition the Speaker to call a special council meeting on Monday, 8 May 2023. They then set … [Read more...] about Frivolous NMB Motion of No Confidence falls flat
