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The Matanzima Bridge over the Swartkops River in KwaNobuhle, Kariega, collapsed after floods hit the area twice this year. Photos: Thamsanqa Mbovane Residents of KwaNobuhle township in Kariega may have to wait up to two years before the Matanzima bridge, linking them to the town’s centre, is repaired. This has upset many residents who voiced their frustrations at a community meeting with the newly-elected Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe. Two of the bridges across the Swartkops River, … [Read more...] about Storm Damaged Kariega Bridge Could Take Two Years to Repair, Says Mayor

By Refiloe Phoku, additional reporting by Thandile NkoyiSouth Africans spend an average of 9 hours daily on the internet, among the highest globally. While the internet (and social media) has undeniably transformed lives, new studies increasingly show how inappropriate internet and social media use is on mental health, body image, rest and sleep as well as our relationships. This two-part series explores social media’s problematic influences on youth mental health, self-image, and … [Read more...] about Four Ways Social Media Hurts Your Mental Health

By Refiloe Phoku, additional reporting by Thandile Nkoyi Getting quality sleep is essential for proper functioning throughout the day. But did you know that you might be messing up your sleep schedule with those quick scrolls on X or Insta right before bed? Sleep disturbances, distractions, and unproductivity are some of the ways social media could be harmful for your well-being. This is the second part of a two-part series on the harmful effects of unregulated social media use. First up, let’s … [Read more...] about How Doom-Scrolling, Insta-Somnia and Influencers Ruin Your Mental Health

Gqeberha, 4 November 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has notified road users that the N2 will be intermittently closed between Makhanda (Grahamstown) and the Fish River Pass due to blasting operations taking place between the 4th and 28th of November 2024.Blasting operations are planned for the following dates: Monday, 4 November 2024 Thursday, 7 November 2024 Monday, 11 November 2024 Thursday, 14 November 2024 Monday, 18 November 2024 Thursday, 21 November … [Read more...] about Blasting on the N2 Sections 13 and 14 Between Makhanda and Fish River Pass

Zambia edge SA on penalties to claim Cosafa women’s crown: Zambia were crowned Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women’s Championship winners after they edged hosts SA 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw in the final in Gqeberha on Saturday, earning the Copper Queens their second title.Zambia’s previous success came in 2022, while SA were hoping to lift the trophy for the first time since 2020. Zambia were all over SA in the opening minutes of the first half, keeping the ball in the hosts’ … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News 4 November 2024

Deputy Minister Sitlholo Urges Municipalities To Do More To Protect Water Infrastructure From Vandalism | Infrastructure news: The Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Sello Seitlholo conducted a two-day oversight visit in the Eastern Cape in the Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffalo City Metros between 28 and 29 October 2024, aimed at assessing the state of Wastewater Treatment Plants in the Metros.Deputy Minister Seitlholo’s visits form part of his delegated responsibility in the Ministry of … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News 1 November 2024

Heba Guest Lodge Two, Gqeberha, South Africa: 166 Caledon Street, 6229 Gqeberha, South Africa. .continue reading HERE.Nelson Mandela Bay: Festivals and Events – The district hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year, celebrating local culture, food, and music Zimkhitha Almost Does the Unthinkable | Coming up on Gqeberha the Empire This Week: ? .continue reading HERE. Kariega: Rich Flora and Fauna – The surrounding area is home to diverse flora and fauna, making it a popular … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News 31 October 2024

No reinstatement for axed teacher who ‘dragged mentally challenged pupil’, but he gets two months’ salary: The council heard it was common cause the teacher dragged the learner from one corridor to another by her arm, but said he had “done this to protect the learner and had her best interests at heart as she was on her way to a scheduled fight”. He said that as he was leading her to class she “started jumping” and “was out of control”, so he dragged her.The education department argued, … [Read more...] about Gqeberha in the News 30 October 2024

Dear EditorThe DA calls on the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment to act with urgency and accelerate the publishing and implementation of the African Penguin Biodiversity Management Plan which has been in a draft for some years now. This follows the African Penguin being uplisted from ‘Endangered’ to ‘Critically Endangered’ by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) on their globally recognised Red List of Threatened Species. This is the last stage of … [Read more...] about African Penguins ‘Critically Endangered’- DFFE Must Act Urgently

You are here: Home / News / Facts to Make You Proud of Africa 29 October 2024 by Alan 2 Comments In terms of the ‘new frontier’, Africa is the only continent offering huge growth potential, huge land mass, abundant minerals and human capital. Africa needs to speak with one voice to ensure that Africa remains African. As the acknowledged Cradle of Humankind and the birthplace of Cognitive Man, Africa has spent far too long in apology, downtrodden mode. BUT, the times they are a changing…. Read … [Read more...] about Facts to Make You Proud of Africa