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Gqeberha in the News 22 October 2024

All hands on deck as Nelson Mandela Bay lashed with heavy rain: Nelson Mandela Bay is grappling with flooded streets, widespread power outages and frustrated residents demanding answers from councillors.

The SA Weather Service (SAWS) issued a level 6 warning on Monday as the downpour caused disruptions, with several roads flooding… continue reading HERE.

Weather warning | Scores of Gqeberha residents evacuated: GQEBERHA – Scores of Nelson Mandela Bay residents have been evacuated overnight due to heavy rains and floods.

They are now being housed in community halls and schools.

Parts of Gqeberha and Kariega have also been left with no power.

Humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers is lending a helping hand there.

Ali Sablay from the organisation said the water infrastructure in Kariega was damaged… continue reading HERE.

 

Kariega residents evacuated due to heavy rain: .. continue reading HERE.

 

Evacuations under way amid heavy rain in Gqeberha, Kariega: There is widespread flooding in the Eastern Cape following heavy rain.

Parts of Gqeberha and Kariega have experienced severe flooding following heavy rain in the Eastern Cape.

Gift of the Givers Foundation operations manager Ali Sablay said calls were pouring in for humanitarian assistance.

“Community members are being transported to school halls and churches. KwaNobuhle is without drinking water as the water plant is flooded,” he said.

“We are currently in contact with the local disaster management teams who are identifying and trying to evacuate residents. Our teams will be assisting, and an urgent list has been sent to us for blankets, mattresses, personal hygiene items, and hot meals to…continue reading HERE.

Gqeberha, Kariega Floods | Floods reported in these areas: Ali Sablay:

continue reading HERE.

 

Gqeberha United lodge over-aged players complaint against Mighty Eagles in Nedbank Cup qualifiers: The Eastern Cape Nedbank Cup round of 32 qualifiers on Sunday were halted after ABC Motsepe League team Gqeberha United lodged a noncompliance protest against the Mighty Eagles for fielding over-aged players in their preliminary round’s semifinal… continue reading HERE.

Kariega: Wildlife Reserves – The town is close to several wildlife reserves, providing opportunities for game viewing and

 

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