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Bloody Hell Springboks – Why is (some of) PE so Miff Wiff You?

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To paraphrase a gentle wise old English Granny of my acquaintance; "Moenie met die Northern Areas Fok nie - hulle sal jou erg byt!" It seems that a tight and almost impossible schedule, along with a late start and probably too much politicking at City Hall forced the Springbok World Cup Victory Parade through the streets of Port Elizabeth to be cut, missing out a few stops on the way. The cry from our mates in the Northern Areas started way before the Springbok Tour Bus hit the streets, … [Read more...] about Bloody Hell Springboks – Why is (some of) PE so Miff Wiff You?

Detailed PE Route Plan for Springbok World Cup Trophy Tour

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The route plan for Port Elizabeth on Sunday, 10 November (all times approximate): 09h00: Depart from Garden Court Hotel to City Hall Turn right into Happy Valley Drive into La Roche Drive Turn right into La Roche Drive and proceed to Beach Road Turn left into Beach Road and continue into Humewood Road Continue along Humewood Road into South Union Road Continue straight into Baakens Street Turn right into Vuyisile Mini Square From Vuyisile Mini Square to Wolfson Stadium Turn … [Read more...] about Detailed PE Route Plan for Springbok World Cup Trophy Tour

On Sunday PE Will come to a Standstill

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The 2019 Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok squad are due to arrive back in South Africa on a number of flights from Japan over a two day period between Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 November. Rassie Erasmus, the Director of Rugby, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and vice-captain Handre Pollard are amongst the first batch of the Springbok squad members who are due to arrive from Japan. The first flights are expected to land in Johannesburg at approximately 16h30-16h45 on Tuesday The Springboks … [Read more...] about On Sunday PE Will come to a Standstill

SABC to broadcast Rugby World Cup final

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South Africans will be able to watch the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between South Africa and England on SABC 2. This follows an agreement reached between the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) and SuperSport. “The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with SuperSport to broadcast the final game of the 2019 Rugby World Cup between South Africa and England, live on SABC 2 on Saturday, 2 November at 11h00,” said the … [Read more...] about SABC to broadcast Rugby World Cup final

Local Fan Park for Protea Fire at World Cup

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In support of the Standard Bank Proteas flying the South African flag during the ICC MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP, the St George’s Park Stadium will open their facilities as a public viewing area; more commonly known as a ‘fan park’. St George’s Park Stadium management and staff would like to encourage the cricket loving community to get behind the team and #FlyTheFlag to #InspireProteas. The St George’s Park facilities will be open on the following dates: • Wednesday, 5 June: 11h30 – … [Read more...] about Local Fan Park for Protea Fire at World Cup

Win a Trip to the Rugby World Cup in Japan

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APO Group, the leading media relations consultancy firm in Africa and the Middle East will award one African national with a round trip flight to Japan during the Rugby World Cup 2019, accommodation, scheduled ground transportation, and more. APO Group is the main Official Partner of World Rugby’ African association, Rugby Africa. To enter, all you need to do is visit www.AfricaLovesRugby.com. The contest lasts from 22 June to 25 August 2018, at midnight (CET). Participants must be … [Read more...] about Win a Trip to the Rugby World Cup in Japan

Basil de Koning to dissect the play of key Rugby World Cup clashes

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In a first for Nelson Mandela Bay, Baywest Mall is transforming into a rugby fanatic's dream destination – a massive mall-wide fan park which will include cheerleading demonstrations, a R100,000 giveaway, an exclusive VIP viewing lounge, and live matches screened on the biggest TV screen in the province. So unique are plans for the Baywest Mall Rugby World Cup Fan Park that beverage giant Coca-Cola has signed on as the title sponsor. Adding to the fanfare will be emcee and former EP rugby … [Read more...] about Basil de Koning to dissect the play of key Rugby World Cup clashes

Bok Legends not convinced of World Cup Victory

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Stories from the glory days of South African rugby and a look ahead at the 2015 Rugby World Cup contributed to the theme of leaving a lasting legacy for Madibaz rugby during the Bok Banter fundraiser at NMMU on Thursday night. A host of former Springbok skippers, World Cup winners and stalwarts from days gone by came together at their alma mater in support of plans to build a rugby clubhouse near the north-western edge of the Madibaz Stadium. Close to 600 guests attended the event at the … [Read more...] about Bok Legends not convinced of World Cup Victory

Bok Banter Dinner in PE

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Some of NMMU's most famous South African rugby alumni are set to gather for a once-in-a-lifetime legacy event in Port Elizabeth on September 3. The Madibaz Bok Banter dinner will bring together a constellation of Springbok stars from across the decades in celebration of NMMU's 10 years of existence, following the merger of the University of Port Elizabeth, PE Technikon and local Vista University campus. The event will be headlined by members of the 1995 Rugby World Cup winning squad Hennie … [Read more...] about Bok Banter Dinner in PE

SAFA- Fairness in all things lest we sink into the mire

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The South African Football Association has finally broken its silence on allegations that South Africa paid bribes in order to secure the hosting of the 2010 Soccer World Cup. The memorandum is produced in it's entirety below and we would like to highlight the following sections: SAFA says; "We concur with Minister Mbalula's statement that, to our knowledge, the South African Government did not make any payment from Government coffers for this project as it was subsequently decided, in a … [Read more...] about SAFA- Fairness in all things lest we sink into the mire

Corruption in NMB and World Cup

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It is the old truisms that are proven time and time again: "Where there's smoke there's fire", "If it smells like fish it is fish" and "Avoid men who drive with hats on". The citizens of Port Elizabeth have years smelled a fishy, smoky smell around the local political feeding trough. Our last set of political dictators famously wore hats whilst this present set have a distinctive smoked fish aroma - proof once again that certain sectors of our population are the same despite years of … [Read more...] about Corruption in NMB and World Cup

PE Image – England won, time to celebrate!

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This Port Elizabeth image is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more. England won, time to celebrate! Image by CharlesFred Well, we hadn't won by this stage (back on Derby Day) but I feel these pics capture the excitement felt yesterday when England beat Slovenia 1-0 in Port Elizabeth. Submit your Port Elizabeth image here. … [Read more...] about PE Image – England won, time to celebrate!