Port Elizabeth

In the News Today: Motorists in Nelson Mandela Bay won’t get all the joy at the pumps following a decision by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR). This week, the department granted fuel wholesalers an application to temporarily re-zone the metro as an inland region to avert profit losses from the fuel price …

In the News Today: A Nelson Mandela University student died after an off-campus residence manager allegedly hit him with a car early on Sunday. Thandolwami Ndlovu, 24, was reportedly struck after pointing what turned out to be a toy gun at the manager. Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli said Ndlovu was hit by a …

 Source: google.com Despatch: Proximity to Port Elizabeth – The town is located approximately 30 kilometers from Port Elizabeth, making it a convenient location for commuters and businesses

In the News Today: A teenage girl died after waiting six hours for an ambulance, with her desperate parents being unable to call for help because the Eastern Cape Department of Health’s phone lines had been cut for non-payment. Janine and Errol Seafield said the ambulance had arrived six hours after their daughter fell ill, but …

In the News Today: The regional winners in the 2024 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards for Gqeberha have been named as the region celebrates their success across the competition’s 12 categories. More than 1,200 entries were received from journalists around the country as they shared examples of their best work from the past year. …

In the News Today: In line with its mandate to create opportunities for economic participation and its commitment to Unisa’s catalytic niche areas, the Inhlanyelo Hub recently launched its Bosadi Artisan Entrepreneurship Development Programme. The first cohort of women artisans embarked on their journey towards community artisanship and creating business ventures in what is still …

In the News Today:  A leader in animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim, is stepping up its efforts to combat rabies in South Africa. In commemoration of World Rabies Day, the company is contributing to the ‘Zero by 30’ strategy, a worldwide goal to eliminate rabies by 2030. In response to the worst outbreak of rabies in the …

In the News Today: Mchunu said SAPS knew where most of the firearms come from but have to verify the information and investigate how they are brought into South Africa. “There is a dedicated unit that deals with illegal firearms, they have to work 24/7. It’s clear the number of firearms is quite high and it’s …

In the News Today: Known for its stunning coastline, Gqeberha is home to some of South Africa’s best fishing spots. Let’s take a look at some of the best places offering a seafood experience that you absolutely cannot miss, whether you live nearby or are visiting: Fishaways Fishaways stands out… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Gqeberha: …

In the News Today: Tariff adjustments in areas affected by import issues at Port Elizabeth harbour will erode petrol price cuts. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has approved an interim adjustment of all the affected magisterial… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Kariega: Rich Flora and Fauna – The surrounding area is home to …

In the News Today: The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the Eastern Cape is one of the top three mass murder spots countrywide. This comes after 18 people died  from two families were shot and killed in two separate incidents at Ngobozana village on Saturday. Police said that over 38 people had been killed …

In the News Today: The ELRC is the bargaining council for public education and the body where conditions of employment and matters of mutual interest are negotiated for public educators. Over the years, Prof Van der Walt and the Labour and Social Security Law Unit (LSSLU), an engagement entity, that he established in 2003, formed …

Keynote address by the National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola (SOEG)  The Minister of Police, Mr Senzo Mchunu; The Premier of EC, Mr Oscar Mabuyane; Deputy Minister of Police, Mr Cassel Mathale and Ms Polly Boshielo; The MEC of Community, Mr Xolile Nqata; The Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Mr Gary Van Niekerk; All Heads …

In the News Today: MSC says it is working to recover containers and debris that fell overboard its cargo ship as it was leaving the East London port last month. MSC Antonia encountered “adverse sea conditions” when it was leaving South Africa on August 28. The company said: “Unfortunately a number of containers were damaged or …

In the News Today: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has noted the memorandum received from the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality today (Thursday, 26 September 2024). The memorandum was received by Siphiwo Mxhosa, SANRAL’s Acting General Manager for Transformation and Stakeholder Relations, from a DA delegation led by …

In the News Today: The Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu says 38 out of 2000 extortion cases reported to the police in the Eastern Cape on the extortion hotline are being investigated. He says most of the cases acted as tip-offs that enabled police to find the suspected masterminds behind extortions in the province. Mchunu was …

In the News Today: It is easy to look at his list of accomplishments and goals and marvel at how one man has managed to carve out a successful career in medicine, wellness, motivational speaking, and the media, all while living out his passion for music, within the space of just over two decades. If …