26 February 2024 by Guest JOHANNESBURG: It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that Cricket South Africa (CSA) mourns the passing of Shaun George, a stalwart of South African cricket whose contributions to the game were immense and far-reaching. Shaun’s journey in cricket spanned decades, from his days as a talented all-rounder in the Pre-Unity era, representing Transvaal and Eastern Province in 17 First-Class matches, to establishing himself as one of the top umpires in the world. His … [Read more...] about CSA Mourns The Passing Of Umpire, Shaun George
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Transnet makes progress at Eastern Cape ports
Friday, February 23, 2024 Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) says it is forging ahead with the implementation of the state-owned company’s Recovery Plan at its Eastern Cape ports. The plan is aimed at enabling efficient utilisation of port infrastructure and improving operational efficiencies at its Central Region ports of East London, Ngqura and Port Elizabeth. According to TNPA, the improvements are also geared at ensuring competitiveness of the central region ports “through robust port … [Read more...] about Transnet makes progress at Eastern Cape ports
Education department’s electricity cut off for owing millions of rands
Department of Education offices in Nelson Mandela Bay owe the municipality millions of rand in unpaid electricity bills.Staff at the Department of Education offices in Nelson Mandela Bay have been working in the dark, without electricity since early December. But the provincial department says it has come to an agreement with the municipality for power to be restored to its offices. The provincial department owes the municipality more than R11-million in unpaid bills. When we visited the office … [Read more...] about Education department’s electricity cut off for owing millions of rands
Nelson Mandela University students block campus entrance over unpaid NSFAS funds
On Monday, students used a goal post to block the entrance to the south campus of Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha. They were protesting unpaid NSFAS allowances.Students blocked roads to the south campus of Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha on Friday and Monday. They demanded to be paid outstanding allowances from the embattled National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). The protest on Monday was led by members of the Central Student Representative Council (CSRC). “Our students are … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela University students block campus entrance over unpaid NSFAS funds
Betway SA20 Team of the Season Dominated by SEC and DSG
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Durban’s Super Giants most represented teams Wednesday, 14 February 2024: Betway SA20 has announced the 12-man squad of performing players to produce up the Team of the Season. Season 2 saw some phenomenal individual performances, with the competition producing high-quality and competitive cricket across the 34 matches. 2024 Champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape and losing Finalists, Durban’s Super Giants, are the most represented teams, with each team boasting five star … [Read more...] about Betway SA20 Team of the Season Dominated by SEC and DSG
KwaNobuhle families have to get their water from a hole in the ground
Taps have run dry in large parts of KwaNobuhle township in Kariega since Friday, leaving thousands of people desperately searching for water.A water main next to a sewer pipe installation project was damaged by a contractor at Bucwa Street in ward 43. In a voice note sent out on Saturday, ward 42 Councillor Lulama Ngwane (ANC) said, “The dam in Molly Blackburn has to be emptied tonight so that tomorrow [Sunday] the workers can fix the problem. There is also a problem with the valve next to the … [Read more...] about KwaNobuhle families have to get their water from a hole in the ground
SANRAL notifies motorists about blasting along the N2
You are here: Home / News / SANRAL notifies motorists about blasting along the N2 14 February 2024 by Guest Leave a Comment Wednesday, February 14, 2024 The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has advised road users that the N2 will be intermittently closed between Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) and the Fish River Pass due to blasting operations taking area this month. Blasting operations started on Monday and will conclude on 26 February 2024. Motorists are notified of the following … [Read more...] about SANRAL notifies motorists about blasting along the N2
Transnet steps up efforts to curb shipping delays
Monday, February 12, 2024 The first batch of four hydraulic mooring units procured by Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) to improve operations and reduce shipping delays at ports maintain been delivered and operationalised at the Ports of Cape Town and Ngqura. The batch is portion of the 52 units procured by the authority. TNPA General Manager for Infrastructure, Thecla Mneney, said: “This marks the first of a series of major port equipment deliveries at our commercial seaports this year. … [Read more...] about Transnet steps up efforts to curb shipping delays
GFI gallery in Gqeberha welcomes art exhibition of virtuoso Diane Victor
Building on her captivating exhibition last year at Spier Wine Farm in the Western Cape, renowned contemporary artist Diane Victor’s rousing pieces from the Spier collection are now at the GFI gallery in the vibrant city of Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, from 7 February to 17 April 2024.Victor has been at the forefront of the South African and international art scene for many years, exploring the dark side of South African society with subtlety and complexity. From corruption and social inequalities, … [Read more...] about GFI gallery in Gqeberha welcomes art exhibition of virtuoso Diane Victor
Biggi and Ster-Kinekor are bringing popping moments to South African homes
Watching a movie on the huge screen is not the full experience if you aren’t munching on a bag of freshly popped popcorn. Taking this a step outside the cinema, leading cinema exhibitor Ster-Kinekor has partnered with Biggi Brands to announce a popping current collaboration. Biggi, who has been supplying every Ster-Kinekor’s cinemas with top-quality popcorn kernels for more than 25 years, will now offer moviegoers the opportunity to purchase Biggi’s premium microwave popcorn product at the … [Read more...] about Biggi and Ster-Kinekor are bringing popping moments to South African homes
Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape commence battle to join DSG in Qualifier 1
Both sides having already qualified for playoffsFriday, 02 February 2024: With Durban’s Super Giants having already secured their spot in Qualifier 1 of the Betway SA20 Playoffs, one spot remains for either Paarl Royals or Sunrisers Eastern Cape to claim. What adds to the excitement of the battle is that the pair face off back-to-back this weekend, starting at Boland Park this evening, so whoever secures their two chances to reach the final will believe well and truly earned it. A win for … [Read more...] about Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape commence battle to join DSG in Qualifier 1
R300 million Transnet scandal: Pepi Silinga to take a leave of absence
You are here: Home / News / R300 million Transnet scandal: Pepi Silinga to take a leave of absence 30 January 2024 by Guest Dear Editor The DA welcomes the decision by President Ramaphosa to issue and sign a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to launch an investigation into the allegations of corruption leveled at Pepi Silinga, the CEO of Transnet National Ports Authority (Transnet’s Head Office is in Gqeberha). Last week Wednesday, the DA wrote to President Ramaphosa … [Read more...] about R300 million Transnet scandal: Pepi Silinga to take a leave of absence
NSRI: The Weekend That Was
CLIFTON:NSRI STN 2 BAKOVEN: Bevan Geyser, NSRI Bakoven station commander, saids: At 15h02, Sunday, 28 January, NSRI Bakoven duty crew, CoCT lifeguards and Clifton Surf Lifesaving lifeguards, were alerted to reports, from the Cape Town Boating Network, of a local charter boat in distress, with 3 males and a female onboard, adrift off-shore of Clifton, after the boat experienced motor mechanical failure. The CoCT (City of Cape Town) water rescue network was alerted. A coordinator of the Cape … [Read more...] about NSRI: The Weekend That Was
Bloemfontein to host historic Bok Test against Portugal (NOT Gqeberha)
Bloemfontein has been confirmed as the venue when the Springboks face Portugal in the historic first Test between the nations on Saturday, 20 July, in the final match of the Castle Lager Incoming Series as part of a thrilling 2024 home Test schedule.The back-to-back Rugby World Cup champions return to the Toyota Stadium for the first time since their narrow 13-12 defeat against Wales in the City of Roses in 2022, and will be expecting a competitive challenge against Portugal, who defeated RWC … [Read more...] about Bloemfontein to host historic Bok Test against Portugal (NOT Gqeberha)
Gqeberha (Gqeberha): Catholic Cathedral St. Augustine´s – By: Helgoland01
Posted by Helgoland01 on 2023-02-05 17:38:57 Tagged: , Gqeberha , Gqeberha , Oos-Kaap , Eastern Cape , Ostkap , Suid-Afrika , South Africa , Südafrika , Nelson Mandela Bay , church , kirke , kerk , église , chiesa , Kirche , igreja , iglesia , cathedral , Dom Explore Photographs of Gqeberha in Bygone Times: … [Read more...] about Gqeberha (Gqeberha): Catholic Cathedral St. Augustine´s – By: Helgoland01
