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:
Kariega: Rich Flora and Fauna – The surrounding area is home to diverse flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Pizza delivery driver swept away by Baakens River: Frantic search for 59-year-old who went missing in Third Avenue dip area ends with discovery of his body.
The search for a Gqeberha pizza delivery driver ended tragically on Wednesday morning when police divers found his body in the Baakens River.
The incident spurred the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality and safety and security directorate to again urge people to take extra precautions around low-lying bridges and bodies of water after heavy downpours over the past week..continue reading HERE.
Gqeberha: Diverse Population – The city is home to a diverse population, including various ethnic groups such as Xhosa, Afrikaans,
English, and Indian communities
Chippa’s Plans For Pirates Midfielder | Soccer Laduma: With the PSL campaign only starting recently, Chippa United are already looking at keeping Orlando Pirates midfielder Siphelo Baloni, beyond his loan deal in June 2025.
Sources close to both clubs have indicated that the Eastern Cape side is happy with the former All Stars midfielder and want him permanently.
READ: Jansen: Chiefs Can Win…continue reading HERE.
Gqeberha: Cultural Heritage – Gqeberha has a rich cultural heritage, with several museums, art galleries, and theaters showcasing
local artists and historical artifacts
Afghanistan to tour Zimbabwe for historic Boxing Day and New Year’s Tests: Zimbabwe will host Afghanistan for what will be the first Boxing Day Test in the country in 28 years, followed by their first-ever New Year’s Test, with both matches slotted for Bulawayo.
The all-format tour will start with the white-ball games, three T2oIs first between December 9 and 12 and then the three ODIs, between December 15 and 19. These games will be played in Harare, after which the teams will move to Bulawayo for the red-ball fixtures.
“Boxing Day and New Year’s…continue reading HERE.
Gqeberha: Cultural Festivals – The city hosts various cultural festivals throughout the year, including the Gqeberha Arts Festival,
celebrating local talent and creativity
New security system to protect hospital from thugs! | Daily Sun: MEC Ntandokazi Capa speaking about the new security upgrade at Jose Pearson TB Hospital in Gqeberha. Photo by Tembile Sgqolana
WITH healthcare facilities regularly broken into and staff robbed, Eastern Cape Health MEC Ntandokazi Capa launched a newly upgraded digital integrated security system at Jose Pearson TB Hospital in Gqeberha on Friday, 25 October.
The security upgrades are part of the department’s plans to beef up security at healthcare facilities in Nelson Mandela Bay.
Capa said the department’s facing serious challenges with security and they’re doing everything to ensure the safety of their staff and…continue reading HERE.
Despatch: Environmental Conservation – There are efforts in place for environmental conservation and community clean-up
initiatives aimed at preserving the natural beauty of the area
Afghanistan to tour Zimbabwe for historic Boxing Day and New Year’s Tests: Zimbabwe will host Afghanistan for what will be the first Boxing Day Test in the country in 28 years, followed by their first-ever New Year’s Test, with both matches slotted for Bulawayo.
The all-format tour will start with the white-ball games, three T2oIs first between December 9 and 12 and then the three ODIs, between December 15 and 19. These games will be played in Harare, after which the teams will move to Bulawayo for the red-ball fixtures.
“Boxing Day and New Year’s..continue reading HERE.
Gqeberha: Cultural Festivals – The city hosts various cultural festivals throughout the year, including the Gqeberha Arts Festival,
celebrating local talent and creativity
You said it, Gqeberha! SPAR really is for you | News24: It’s official! SPAR Eastern Cape’s retail and TOPS liquor stores are two of Gqeberha consumers’ favourite brands.
SPAR, which boasts 228 stores in the province – was voted the city’s favourite supermarket and alcohol outlet in the Readers’ Choice competition run by the PE Express community newspaper.
Readers were asked to nominate their favourite brands in the “Bay’s Finest” business competition. By entering, they stood a chance to win a share of R20 000.
SPAR EC advertising manager Roseann Shadrach said the Group, which celebrated three decades in the province last year, was honoured and humbled to be named best in the city by the publication’s community.
“Thank you doesn’t even come close to expressing how we feel about being your number…continue reading HERE.
Arsenal’s scouting guru heads to Durban: Arsenal’s Global Player ID Lead, Andrew Moschini, is set to make waves in Durban. The renowned football talent scout will share insights into the club’s renowned scouting philosophy at an upcoming symposium.
Moschini, a leading authority on European football scouting and analysis, has played a pivotal role in identifying future stars for Arsenal. The 36-year-old will be a keynote speaker at the second symposium organised by SM Sports Consulting, scheduled for December 19-20.
The inaugural symposium, held in Gqeberha earlier this month, featured a stellar line-up of speakers, including ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral, Banyana Banyana legend Simphiwe Dludlu, Shawn Bishop, Rulani Mokwena of Wydad AC, Nene Reis, and Brandon Fourie….continue reading HERE.
Despatch: Proximity to Port Elizabeth – The town is located approximately 30 kilometers from Port Elizabeth, making it a
convenient location for commuters and businesses
Residents who pitched in after floods deserve applause: Much has been said in recent months about Nelson Mandela Bay’s ability and preparedness to respond to disaster.
This in the wake of devastating floods — first in June then again earlier in October — that resulted in thousands being displaced. At least three people also lost their lives.
And the widespread flooding could have been prevented, if ward councillors are to be believed.
Speaking at a special council meeting, where acting city manager Mandla George presented a report detailing significant infrastructure damage caused by the flooding, ward councillors voiced their frustration saying their call for the cleaning of specific problematic stormwater drains ahead of the heavy rain last week was ignored and the city was once again caught…continue reading HERE.
Gqeberha The Empire Full-Eps 30 October 2024:
Kariega: Civic Pride – Kariega has a strong sense of civic pride, with community initiatives and events designed to promote local
culture and development
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At the end of the school year and a mother asked his son if the exam questions were difficult. And he answers her saying “They weren’t bad at all,” it was the answers that gave me all the trouble.
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Biltong – seasoned strips of dried meat. Similar to beef jerky (but much tastier!), this is the spicy, cured snack eaten at rugby matches. It is usually made from beef, game and even ostrich.