Eastern Cape matric walks the long road to his dream job: Lutho Jimana took first place in the Eastern Cape Eastern Cape matriculant Lutho Jimana did not let his long daily walk to school, his overcrowded home where it was difficult to study, nor financial constraints due to his mother’s unemployment get in the way of studying towards his childhood dream job. This month Lutho began his studies at Rhodes University that will ultimately see him become a scientist. Lutho beat out nearly 100 fellow … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape matric walks the long road to his dream job
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Mthatha news: Expected regional developmental economic benefits of the N2 Wild Coast Road Project
Expected regional developmental economic benefits of the N2 Wild Coast Road Project: The increased accessibility (and new destinations) that the new road will offer, will create round-trip opportunities on the different new road loops between Port Edward and Mthatha. These factors are expected to stimulate tourism, agriculture and retail ... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. AmaZulu's Cavin Johnson unimpressed with Nedbank Cup referee Masixole Bambiso: AmaZulu coach Cavin Johnson felt referee … [Read more...] about Mthatha news: Expected regional developmental economic benefits of the N2 Wild Coast Road Project
Road Fatalities Down
The preliminary 2017/18 Festive Season report indicates an 11% decline in fatalities on the roads when compared to the same period in the previous year. “Our preliminary festive season fatalities for the period starting 1 December 2017 to 9 January 2018 show that there were 1 527 people who died on the roads in that period compared to 1 714 fatalities in the same period the previous year,” Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi said. Minister Maswanganyi said the figure represents an 11% … [Read more...] about Road Fatalities Down
St Mary’s front on Govan Mbeki Road – Featured Blog
Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: St Mary's front on Govan Mbeki Road: Anybody who knows Port Elizabeth and has been down to Govan Mbeki Road (Main Street) in the city centre, would know St Mary's Anglican Cathedral near the Public Library. But not just know it. Also be aware of the old United Building Society building that stands on the corner in front of it blocking a proper view of the whole church and causing the front of the church to look like it's … [Read more...] about St Mary’s front on Govan Mbeki Road – Featured Blog
Uitenhage in the news: 8 arrested for serious crimes, Mount Road Cluster
8 arrested for serious crimes, Mount Road Cluster: On 13 December 2017 VGIT members recovered a hijacked vehicle soon after it was reported. The vehicle was spotted at the corners of Nooigedacht and Old Uitenhage Roads in the Bethelsdorp area. The vehicle was reportedly hijacked in Bethesldorp. No suspect ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Eight held in festive season crackdown: On the same day, visible gang intervention team members recovered a hijacked vehicle at the corner of … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: 8 arrested for serious crimes, Mount Road Cluster
Eastern Cape road closures scheduled
Eastern Cape road closures scheduled: Eastern Cape, 5 November, 2017: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) would like to notify motorists of road resurfacing taking place on the National Route R75 on/off ramps between Despatch and Uitenhage from Tuesday, 07 November 2017 to Monday 20 November 2017. The following on/off ramps on National Route R75 freeway from Despatch (km 12.6 road marker) to Uitenhage (km 29.1 road marker) will be closed daily from 7am until 5pm: On … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape road closures scheduled
R61 Road upgrade valued at R550 million completed
R61 Road upgrade valued at R550 million completed: UPGRADE: The dual carriageway at Corana with replacement houses on the left. R61 Road upgrade valued at R550 million completed Eastern Cape, 25 October 2017: A major work activity stream of the R61 mega road infrastructure project in the Eastern Cape, has been completed, the South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) announced today. The R550-million Mthatha Sprigg Street to Ngqeleni road infrastructure development and safety programme … [Read more...] about R61 Road upgrade valued at R550 million completed
The road is long… – Featured Blog
Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: The road is long...: When I downloaded this photo of me sitting in the road near Jansenville in the Karoo Heartland from my camera onto the laptop and saw it, the first thing that came to my mind was "The road is long..." from He ain't heavy, he's my brother by The Hollies. The tune, melody, words, everything. It's probably also the best description of my life lately. Between work and personal life it's been … [Read more...] about The road is long… – Featured Blog
J-Bay in the news: Top 3 road trip locations are Kruger Park‚ Cape Town and Knysna
Top 3 road trip locations are Kruger Park‚ Cape Town and Knysna: Head back to the coast for a drive through Jeffreys Bay‚ Cape Saint Francis and Storms River Mouth before ending your journey at Tsitsikamma National Park. Route 5 – Tsitsikama National Park to Cape Town (1‚555km) Hugging the coastline for the first ... Source: "Jeffreys Bay" - BingNews. No sharks here, Mick! Great white-punching surfer Fanning rides waves in man-made river in Germany - two years after his extraordinary escape … [Read more...] about J-Bay in the news: Top 3 road trip locations are Kruger Park‚ Cape Town and Knysna
Uitenhage in the news: Notice: Road closures for October on R-75 at Uitenhage and Desptach
Notice: Road closures for October on R-75 at Uitenhage and Desptach: Eastern Cape, 4 October 2017: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) would like to notify motorists of road closures that will take place on the National Route R75 on/off ramps between Despatch and Uitenhage from Thursday, 05 October 2017 ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Banish brattiness in grown-ups first: Eleanor Douglas-Meyers is a crafty mom from Uitenhage who writes about DIY, parenting, natural … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: Notice: Road closures for October on R-75 at Uitenhage and Desptach
J-Bay in the news: Have clubs, will road trip
Have clubs, will road trip: The Eastern Cape offers a lovely drive from Jeffreys Bay to Port Elizabeth, and then on to East London. Stretch yourself a little and stop over in the little seaside town of St Francis Bay. Here you will experience a remarkable golf course, St Francis ... Source: "Jeffreys Bay" - BingNews. Jeffreys Bay to Cape Town drive: Of course, Trippy is the perfect place to ask questions because there's an entire community of travelers talking to each other and sharing tips … [Read more...] about J-Bay in the news: Have clubs, will road trip
Uitenhage in the news: New Uitenhage link road finally opened
New Uitenhage link road finally opened: Mayor Athol Trollip hands over the keys for the municipality’s new trucks to Sizwe Sithole, at yesterday’s official opening of a new road link in Uitenhage Picture: Fredlin Adriaan A new major road link between KwaNobuhle and Uitenhage, with a price ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Shortlist of three names mooted for PE’s airport: Jodwana said he could not provide the time-frames. “There is also an application that proposes the renaming of the city … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: New Uitenhage link road finally opened
Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister's visit to Bhisho: Eastern Cape Premier, Phumulo Masualle, on Thursday had a working visit from the Minister of Transport, Joe Maswangayi, where they held discussions about the N2 Wild Coast Toll Road Development Project, the transport sector as well as infrastructure ... Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. GroundUp: Eastern Cape students challenge Motshekga in court: Equal Education chose Qonce High School to hold a press briefing after filing … [Read more...] about Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister's visit to Bhisho: Eastern Cape Premier, Phumulo Masualle, on Thursday had a working visit from the Minister of Transport, Joe Maswangayi, where they held discussions about the N2 Wild Coast Toll Road Development Project, the transport sector as well as infrastructure ... Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. GroundUp: Eastern Cape students challenge Motshekga in court: Equal Education chose Qonce High School to hold a press briefing after filing … [Read more...] about Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister's visit to Bhisho: Eastern Cape Premier, Phumulo Masualle, on Thursday had a working visit from the Minister of Transport, Joe Maswangayi, where they held discussions about the N2 Wild Coast Toll Road Development Project, the transport sector as well as infrastructure ... Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. GroundUp: Eastern Cape students challenge Motshekga in court: Equal Education chose Qonce High School to hold a press briefing after filing … [Read more...] about Bhisho news: N2 Wild Coast Toll Road discussed during Minister’s visit to Bhisho
