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In the News Today: Betway Premiership side Chippa United have been forced to change their Buffalo City Stadium venue due to challenging pitch conditions. The Chilli Boys beat Richards Bay at the same venue over the weekend. The club had initially announced that they would take their two matches to the East London facility. This includes …
In the News Today: Andre Fletcher, the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots captain, didn’t mince words after his side ended their CPL 2024 campaign with a ninth successive defeat, at the hands of Trinbago Knight Riders in Tarouba. On Sunday alone, they dropped Pooran at least four times after which the TKR batter aced a …
In the News Today: Four people were gunned down while sitting in a car in Zwide township, Gqeberha, on Friday night, 20 September 2024. Police spokesperson Captain Andre’ Beetge said the shooting took place on Sompontsha Street, where officers discovered the bodies of three passengers inside a VW Polo. Beetge added that the driver was …
In the News Today: The South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas) reveal that Tshedza Pictures Productions telenovelas Outlaws received 11 nominations, while The River received 11 nominations for this year’s Telenovela and Soap Awards. The nominees for the 18th ceremony was announced on Thursday, 05 September. ABOUT THE SAFTAS The awards serve to encourage entrepreneurship and …
Source: google.com Gqeberha: Beautiful Beaches – Gqeberha is renowned for its stunning beaches, such as Hobie Beach and Kings Beach, which attract both locals and tourists
In the News Today: The Hawks have confirmed that a ransom demand has been made for a woman kidnapped on her way to a Port St Johns resort on Friday. Police and private investigators are working around the clock to rescue a woman who was kidnapped while travelling on the N2 from East London to Umngazi …
Orlando Pirates have joined Mamelodi Sundowns in exercising a controversial loan rule – but does it help? Pirates had to review their loan agreements with PSL clubs during the off-season, after they dropped two points early last campaign following a 1-1 draw against Chippa United, where they were denied maximum points by…continue reading HERE. Source: …
Four people were shot dead during a mass shooting in Zwide on Friday night. The incident occurred in Sompontsha Street at around 10pm when unknown assailants opened fire on a VW Polo. All four occupants were killed. According to police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge, three of the victims died at the scene, while the fourth …
Source: google.com Nelson Mandela Bay: Historic Settlements – The area is home to several historical settlements, with evidence of ancient human habitation dating back thousands of years
Majodina hands over James Kleynhans Water Treatment Plant to Makhanda community
The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, has handed over the James Kleynhans Water Treatment Plant to Makana Local Municipality to address the ongoing water shortages in the area.
The R393 million water treatment plant, with a capacity upgrade, was handed over on Friday, 20 September 2024.
The water treatment now has an increased capacity of pumping 20 megalitres from 10 megalitres per day.
The project was funded by the Department of Water and Sanitation through the Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG), with Amatola Water Board as the implementing agent.
Speaking during the handover, the Minister emphasised the importance of effective operation and maintenance of infrastructure to improve the delivery of water to the affected communities.
“I cannot overemphasise enough how important it is for the local municipality to ensure that the water treatment plant is well maintained. The maintenance of infrastructure is not just a nice thing to do, but an obligation by law that it should be done,” Majodina said.
The plant is set to benefit 97 815 people and created employment opportunities for 90 locals during construction.
Meanwhile, in Gqeberha, the Minister undertook oversight inspections of bulk water leaks meters, which have been installed in different parts of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro as an intervention from the Ministry of Water and Sanitation to help the metro to address non-revenue water challenges.
Part of the ministry’s intervention was a directive to the metro to implement a robust leak detection and fixing programme aimed at addressing the amount of water that was unaccounted for.
Nelson Mandela Bay Metro supplies about 310 megalitres per day of water to 1.3 million residents within its boundaries, and smaller municipalities outside its boundaries.
In the past several financial years, the department said 40% to 50% of the water supply was deemed non-revenue water.
“Therefore, the programme is aimed at reducing water losses to 20%. The installation of Generation Meter Adapters (GMAs) and District Meter Area (DMA) meters can indicate areas where the highest water losses occur, and where to implement interventions.
“South Africa is a water-scarce country. It is, therefore, unacceptable that water is being lost through leaks, which then affects the security of water. Through the leak detection and fixing programme, it is evident that the war on leaks can be won,” Majodina explained.
So far, 12 429 water leaks have been successfully repaired on the water reticulation network and 34 494 on domestic repairs.
She reiterated the department’s commitment to effectively implement bulk water projects in several parts of the Eastern Cape to ensure water security for current and future generations.
The Minister was supported by Makana Local Municipality Mayor Yandiswa Vara in Makhanda and Deputy Mayor Babalwa Lobishe in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality in Gqeberha, as well as several officials of the department and Amatola Water. – SAnews.gov.za
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Sun, 09/22/2024 - 12:30
CAPE TOWN – Residents in the Western and Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal as well as Gauteng have been warned to be on high alert as bad weather conditions set in over the weekend. The SA Weather Service has issued an orange Level Six warning. It said these provinces will experience strong winds, heavy downpours …
GQEBERHA, EC – Motorists are still stuck on the N3 route between Kwazulu-Natal and the Free State, with heavy snowfall making travel impossible. Some people have been stuck on the roads for 24 hours, in the cold, without food or water. We now bring in Gift of the Givers on some of the relief efforts needed for …
ACTOR Oros Mampofu has expressed his gratitude for being part of Gqeberha: The Empire, a Mzansi Magic telenovela that’s approaching its final episodes. Oros joined the popular show in its second season, taking over the role of Ntando Mxenge from Phila Madlingozi. In an interview with Daily Sun, the actor shared his deep appreciation for …
The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 8 warning for further distributive weather conditions as snowfall continues to blanket the N3 highway, particularly between Warden and Tugela Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal, leaving motorists stranded for hours. The KwaZulu-Natal Disaster Management Centre said it had convened a joint operations centre meeting on Saturday morning to …
Eastern Cape Department of Transport spokesperson Makhaya Komisa urged motorists to be vigilant, particularly on the N2 highway in Gqeberha which is partially closed due to rough seas and rising tides. On Friday morning, SA Weather Service senior forecaster Wayne Venter said the cold snap is not uncommon. “It is not unusual for this time …
continue reading HERE. Source: google.com 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
In launching the First Aider in Wellness workshop on Wednesday, 18 September, at the University’s Business School in Gqeberha, the Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences is taking a proactive step towards fostering a healthier and more supportive work environment. Professor Michelle Mey, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics Sciences, led the inaugural …
Major South African banks offer Department of Home Affairs (DHA) supported passport and smart ID services at their branches and offices, with some sites processing between 5,400 and 6,800 applications monthly. MyBroadband asked Absa, FNB, Nedbank, and Standard Bank about their most popular bank branches for these services. We excluded Discovery Bank and Investec as …
By Anita Dangazele A 68-year-old woman and her five grandchildren were killed in a fire in the early hours of Thursday morning in New Brighton, Gqeberha. Police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge said the fire started at about 4am on Thursday. “On arrival in Chris Hani informal settlement … a completely destroyed shack was found. The …
Toilets are dirty and washing piles up after a month without running water
SA signs reviewed joint declaration with Germany to boost urban development
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, and his German counterpart Federal Minister of Building, Klara Geywitz, have signed a declaration of intent to strengthen relations.
According to the department, the declaration signed on Tuesday renews the commitment to close the exchange that has existed since 2013 with the initial agreement.
The future cooperation themes include enhanced collaboration in integrated urban development across all administrative levels and joint efforts to ensure increased public participation in urban development issues.
The signing of the reviewed Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) took place on the sidelines of the 17th Federal Congress on National Urban Development Policy in Heidelberg, Germany.
Hosted by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Building, in conjunction with the Conference of German Building Ministers and top city associations, the congress aims to facilitate crucial discussions on the future of urban spaces.
Speaking at the signing of the reviewed JDI, Hlabisa said it marked a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership.
“This collaboration, which has flourished for over a decade, continues to enrich both our nations. By sharing expertise and engaging in joint efforts to enhance urban development, we are not only addressing the needs of our cities but also setting a global standard for inclusive and sustainable growth.
“This partnership shows how working together and learning from each other can make a big difference in improving our communities. By sharing ideas and solutions, we can create better and safer places for everyone.
"It’s proof that when we join forces and support each other, we can build a better future for all,” the Minister said.
Geywitz also welcomed the signing of the reviewed JDI, saying they were continuing the close and enriching collaboration with South Africa that has lasted for over 10 years.
“It is a joint commitment to further intensive, trusting and cordial cooperation. The exchange with South Africa – both with our partner ministry and with the municipalities and civil society – gives us valuable insights into administrative action and planning practice in South Africa. These perspectives and approaches to solutions help us a lot in our work,” she said.
In addition to an active exchange of expertise on national urban development policies and their implementation programmes in Germany and South Africa, there has been a further focus on inter-municipal learning networks between the two countries’ municipalities, city associations and national governments since 2016.
“The current network with the cities of KwaDukuza, Nelson Mandela Bay, Stellenbosch, uMhlathuze, Bottrop, Karlsruhe, Ludwigsburg and Nuremberg deals with the question of how urban districts can be made livable and safe for everyone, especially for marginalised groups such as women and girls, and how equal access to public spaces can be ensured.” – SAnews.gov.za
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Thu, 09/19/2024 - 11:28
Choir pupils with visual disabilities from Khanyisa Special School in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, are heading to the US to compete on America’s Got Talent, a televised talent competition that attracts a variety of performers including singers, dancers, comedians and magicians. To prepare to showcase their talent in the US, the Khanyisa Special School choir members …
Madibaz swimming captain Dylan Botha won bronze in both the 100m and 200m breaststroke at the University Sport SA gala in Pretoria earlier this month. Despite the challenges of competing at altitude, the pair picked up three bronze medals between them in Pretoria earlier this month. Botha, who captained the team, placed third in the …
Abstract visual artist and graphic designer Xolela Madlanga is launching the “I Am” range of scarves throughout Heritage Month, in cooperation with the Fabric Bank. “This collection celebrates women in leadership who make way for those coming after them, take time to mentor others and aim to leave an impact on the lives of other …