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Originally from Port Elizabeth and now from Gqeberha – they ARE the same place. Get a dose of opposite the field comments and topical events in South Africa here.
A recent purchase of a faulty Kwikot Geyser element from Plumblink Newton Park in Gqeberha elicited this response from their sales representative. See more here: https://mype.co.za/nice-one-aubrey-sacks-sorry-for-you-plumblink-newton-park/
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Retief Odendaal on the Kariega Disaster Disaster
Nearly two months after a flash flood caused damage estimated at R1,1 billion in Kariega, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has been unable to commence with reinstatement work or assist flood victims.
Olympics: Philip Snyman Interview Ahead of Blitzboks 1st Match Against Ireland
The Blitzboks face Ireland and New Zealand on the opening day of the competition at Stade de France on Wednesday and Snyman – a bronze medalist from the 2016 Games in Rio – said they have done everything possible to be at their competitive best this week. Read More: Blitzboks ready for the big stage […]
BCMM’s Housing Crisis
Urgent interventions are needed to address the recent unaffordable tariff increases by the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) on social housing tenants. The increased cost of municipal services threatens to push many social housing tenants into becoming backyard dwellers.
EM van Niekerk on the Walmer Electrification Project
“We managed to efficiently manage one of the most severe flash floods in recent history and will be resettling displaced communities in suitable accommodation. Land has been identified and the electrification of bungalows in Walmer Township is continuing.”
Olympic Games Round 2 for Siviwe
The 31-year-old wing – ‘Siviwe Shakes’ Soyizwapi – will be going to his second Olympic Games, but few would argue that the first one, in Tokyo in 2021, was a memorable one. The Blitzboks lost to Argentina in the quarter-finals despite an early South American red card and had to do without coach Neil Powell, […]
Jack Bloom – Another Esidimeni?
I agree with the Cancer Alliance that this is effectively a death sentence for 3000 cancer patients who urgently need treatment. Read More Here: Cancer court action evokes memories of Esidimeni negligence
Nadine Roos on Why She Won’t be Visiting the Eiffel Tower
“We are not going to Paris for selfies with other sports superstars or just to participate, we are going to try and win a medal.” Read More: We are not going to Paris to see the Eiffel Tower
Baxolile Nodada Speaks About the NHLS Cyber-Attack’s
Despite the NHLS’s efforts to maintain business continuity, the issuing of test results to clinicians remains a significant challenge. This delay in test results, especially for life-threatening conditions such as TB and HIV, can have dire consequences for patients. The DA urges the NHLS to expedite their recovery efforts and ensure that all systems are […]
Executive Director for Human Settlements, Tabiso Mfeya Interview on Floods
Executive Director for Human Settlements, Tabiso Mfeya, said the bungalows in Walmer Township, will be electrified by the end of July and that feedback from DEDEAT is imminent.
NMBM Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk on Flood Remedial Action
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk spelled out the actions taken by the local government institution to provide solutions for residents affected by the June flood, this morning.
Philip Snyman on Springbok Sevens Olympic Team
Audio note of Philip Snyman on the SA Sevens Olympic Team Seletion. The squad have moved their training base to Johannesburg for the rest of the week due to the inclement weather in Cape Town.
Otter Trail Hiker Found Deceased
At 15h43, Tuesday, 9 July, NSRI Storms River, NSRI Oyster Bay and SA National Parks Tsitsikamma rangers were activated following reports from NSRI Plettenberg Bay of a hiker reportedly missing on the Otter hiking trail at the Bloukrans River Mouth crossing.
“Disappointing is an Understatement!” – Bafana Nhleko Speaks After Springboks Loss to England
The SA U20’s delivered a much-improved performance in their final pool match, but came up short against England, going down by 17-12 in cold, wet and windy conditions in Cape Town at the Athlone Stadium on Tuesday night. Full Report Here: Junior Boks must forge ahead despite painful loss to England
Laura Wolvaardt Interview After India’s 10 Wicket Victory
Protea Women’s T20I Cricket Captain Laura Wolvaardt reflects on the 1-1 series draw after her side lost to India on their final game of the series. Full Report here: India Triumphs With 10-Wicket Win
Shukri Conrad on the Ascendancy of Mathew Breetzke
Proteas Cricket red-ball head coach Shukri Conrad has today named a 16-player squad for the two match Test series against West Indies saying; “We have one new face in the squad, Matthew Breetzke, who is selected on the back of an excellent past season.” Full Team HERE: Proteas Men’s Squad Announced For Test Series Against […]
