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POWER OUTAGE – BOOYSEN PARK: The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a 11kV circuit breaker has tripped at the Bloemendaal substation/Fennel, resulting in a power outage affecting, Booysen Park and surrounding areas. Our technical team has been dispatched to assess the situation and carry out the necessary repairs. Power supply will be …
Budget blues: Nelson Mandela Bay gives the nod amid counting chaos – Daily Maverick Daily Maverick The ruling coalition promised better accountability as the Nelson Mandela Bay metro council finally passed its budget on Wednesday, 18 June. Nelson Mandela Bay metro pulling the plug on scarce skills allowance – The Herald The Herald Nelson Mandela …
A long, long time ago (measured in internet seconds) MyPR chose Payfast as their payment processor. High on the reasons for doing so was that Payfast WAS a local company based in Hout Bay, Cape Town and that they supported subscription payments. We used to use Payfast for Monthly Subscriptions to our Featured Press Release …
Dear Editor Reports today reveal that disaster management authorities formally requested South African Air Force (SAAF) assistance for flood relief in the Eastern Cape, but no help was forthcoming until yesterday – more than a week after the floods began. According to African Defence Review Director Darren Olivier, the request was made fairly early, …
Johannesburg, South Africa — June 18, 2025 — Designer Pool Covers, South Africa’s leading innovator in pool safety and energy efficiency solutions, proudly announces the release of its definitive installation guide for the Poolock V5A Easy Glide Automatic Pool Cover. This new resource empowers homeowners, pool professionals, and architects with step-by-step expertise, ensuring seamless integration …
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) strongly objected to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro’s (NMBM) draft budget for the 2025/26 financial year due to its excessive tariff increases that will place residents under further financial strain. The proposed tariff hikes include: 5% for assessment rates 5,5% for water and sanitation 6% for refuse removal 12,8% …
Buying an EV is one of the more exciting purchases that one can make these days – the promise of cheaper, quieter driving and envious looks from neighbours, peers and assorted rabble is a heady concoction driving many to put pen to paper. Drivers are getting over range anxiety as most EV’s are supplied with …
Dear Woolworths, We need to talk. Not the kind of awkward conversation you have with your bank manager about overdraft fees, but more like the chat you’d have with a friend who keeps “forgetting” their wallet when it’s time to split the dinner bill. You see, there’s a growing community of us out here – …
Mike Horne Returns to CapeTalk — Don’t Miss Part 2 of This compelling Conversation on Thursday, 19 June at 9 PM | Encore Sunday at 9 PM.He’s performed with international icons, collaborated with South African legends, and built a career that spans continents. Now, acclaimed drummer Mike Horne returns to The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk for Part 2 of his compelling story.From …
Peace officers say they are in the dark over their dismissals – The Herald The Herald … Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the Swartkops-. GROUND ZERO: The Swartkops estuary is a central feature of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and … Fear and uncertainty around upcoming ANC regional conference after threats, brawls … – The Herald The …
Johannesburg, June 17, 2025: South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its technological evolution, poised to redefine itself as Africa’s leading digital powerhouse. Over the past two years, political leaders and media narratives have painted a picture of rapid digital transformation, underscoring the government’s ambition to position South Africa at the forefront of innovation. President …
Johannesburg, June, 17th 2025: As security concerns continue to rise across South Africa, one company stands out for its unmatched commitment to protecting homes and businesses. DEFENDoor®, a local leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality security doors and barriers, is rapidly becoming the go-to brand for reliable, durable, and stylish security solutions. With 30 …
We all know the anecdote of the dog with the bus – the dog spends all it’s time chasing the bus and, then, when it finally catches it, the dog has no idea what to do with it! You have elevated yourself above the run of the mill English Language user and have a very …
POWER OUTAGE – HUMEWOOD: The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents and businesses that we are aware of a power outage currently affecting: Humewood and surrounding areas. Our technical team has been dispatched to assess the situation and carry out the necessary repairs. Power supply will be restored as soon as it is …
TRANSFERS: Chippa Win Race To Sign Exciting Royal AM Winger Hollywoodbets Sports Blog And with Bandile Dlamini on board, the flanks at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium might just become the most dangerous place for defenders next season. Bafana Bafana Succumb to Angola 3‑0 in COSAFA Cup Final as Palancas Negras Defend Title Central News South …
GOOD Statement by Kaden Arguile, GOOD National Youth Chairperson: From the moment a child is born in South Africa, they face barriers in every direction. If they’re lucky, they’ll survive a chronically underfunded healthcare system. If their home is unstable, the chance of receiving help from an overwhelmed and under-resourced social worker is slim, especially …
New Pier, Durban – Nate Tayler (Ballito) and Emily Jenkinson (Kommetjie) emerged victorious in the Premier U16 Girls and Boys Divisions after star performances in their respective final heats. In the boys, a huge last-minute clutch aerial move saw Tayler get the nod from the judges and regain the lead he held earlier on …
POWER OUTAGE – VULINDLELA COEGA & SURROUNDING AREAS: The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents and businesses that we are aware of a power outage currently affecting the following areas: Vulindlela Coega and Astron Truck Inn and surrounding areas Our technical team has been dispatched to assess the situation and carry out the …
The Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries has called on the provincial Department of Education in the Eastern Cape to proactively determine infrastructure damage and the number of learners affected by the weekend floods. The Chairperson of the committee, Mr Makhi Feni, said the floods happened just when mid-year exams were in …
Gift of the Givers Sends Rescue Teams to Aid Eastern Cape Flood Victims Voice of the Cape … Nelson Mandela Bay, and Mthatha. “Due to extensive damage to the Butterworth water treatment plant, which has cut off the town’s water supply … The Nelson Mandela Bay ward that lost its entire capital budget – Daily Maverick …
Apology Mandiudza was one of four immigrants killed by a violent mob on 25 May. Apology Mandiudza, a 24-year-old man from Zimbabwe, died in hospital last Tuesday, nine days after he was attacked by a mob in Valencia, Addo. He was the fourth immigrant killed in xenophobic revenge attacks on 25 May, triggered by the …
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Think you’re not eligible to donate blood? You’re not alone. Thousands of people rule themselves out as donors based on misinformation—yet the truth is, most healthy adults can donate safely. The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is an independent non-profit organisation and a leader in the discipline of blood transfusion. The SANBS operates in …
The criminal trial of former PRASA Western Cape regional manager Mthuthuzeli Swartz and businessman Nadir Mohiudeen has been postponed because the state witness is ill. Mohiudeen and Swartz, who is also a former Acting Group CEO of PRASA, are accused of fraudulently selling 42km of railway line in the Eastern Cape in 2012. The trial …
Designer Pool Covers, a leading innovator in custom swimming pool cover solutions, announces the successful integration of automatic slatted pool covers tailored specifically for rimflow pools. This development marks a significant advancement in pool safety, energy efficiency, and water conservation for both residential and commercial pool owners across South Africa. Addressing the Unique Challenges of …
Metro cannot afford to lose revenue from huge debt write-offs – The Herald The Herald Nelson Mandela Bay municipality is staring down a financial chasm. Its debtors’ book has ballooned to a staggering R18bn. Some of these accounts … Major multinational company closes factory in South Africa – SA People SAPeople … Nelson Mandela Bay. Once …
CapeTalk’s The Business of Entertainment Features World-Class Drummer Mike Horne on Thursday at 9 PM | Encore Sunday 9pm. Cape Town, 10 June 2025 — This week on The Business of Entertainment, CapeTalk shines the spotlight on one of South Africa’s most accomplished musical exports: drummer Mike Horne. Tune in on Thursday at 9 PM with a repeat on Sunday, as Mike shares …
Johannesburg, South Africa – This year’s Park Lines BMX Tournament, the official 2025 BMX Freestyle South African Championships, took place over the weekend. The event, sanctioned by Cycling South Africa and UCI, was presented by LW Mag and Dragon Energy in association with Garmin, Balwin Properties, Insta360, Fox Racing and Mongoose. Vincent Leygonie reclaimed his title in the Pro Men’s category …
Crossroads Green Energy 1430MW Solar PV Cluster now fully permitted Construction planned to commence in Q4 2026 Total Crossroads Green Energy Solar PV Project investment ~R15bn The Solar PV project will supply power to Coega Green Ammonia in Nelson Mandela Bay Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa – 09 June 2025: Hive Hydrogen South Africa is …
B&W Productions, a leading force in South African event management, has been appointed as a key production partner for Ultra South Africa 2025, marking a significant collaboration with South African Breweries (SAB) and their new beverage, MXD. This partnership underscores B&W Productions’ reputation for delivering high-calibre, large-scale events and highlights the evolving landscape of event …
