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Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has informed the National Consumer Commission (NCC) of an issue affecting the handbrakes of Polo Vivos built in the last year. The issue has been detected in some Vivos built between February 2025 and February 2026. As a result of the issue affecting handbrake levers, the risk exists that handbrakes may …
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On 24 February 2026 the Coega Development Corporation (Coega) signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), marking a significant step towards strengthening infrastructure governance, improving project delivery standards and accelerating contractor development in the Eastern Cape. The strategic partnership will see Coega and the CIDB jointly implement targeted …
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A long long time ago I had a girlfriend named Shelley. This Shelly I speak about here is a completely different ‘animal and yet it does evoke the same feelings I had then! True story: I met Shelley whilst playing “Father Christmas’ Little Helper” delivering Christmas presents to clients of Straton Electrical. Those were good …
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We at Gqeberha based MyPR are often asked about traffic numbers and reach attributable to press releases posted on MyPR. Here is our stock answer: We have over 37 000 press releases published on MyPR. If we had to give you our daily unique visitor tally then we would create the impression in your mind …
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has welcomed the 2026 Budget Speech delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, describing it as a practical and reform-focused plan that brings cautious optimism for businesses in Nelson Mandela Bay. This is a budget aimed at steadying the country’s finances while creating space for growth, something that matters directly …
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Against the backdrop of declining dam levels and persistently high unaccounted water losses, businesses in Nelson Mandela Bay have mobilised with speed. In a matter of a few weeks, 19 schools and one clinic have been adopted through the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber’s relaunched Adopt A School initiative, a clear signal that water security …
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As South Africa prepares for the 2026 Budget Speech on Wednesday, it is important that the fiscal framework moves decisively beyond policy intent and signals clear action and measurable progress in addressing the structural constraints that continue to suppress growth, investment and industrial competitiveness. Business expects tangible advances in implementing long-promised reforms, further improving logistics …
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Gqeberha – Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) renewed its longstanding partnership with the Nelson Mandela University’s Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre (GMMDC) reaffirming its long-term commitment to strengthening Mathematics and Physical Science education in under-resourced schools. Since the partnership began in 2018, the initiative has provided targeted learner incubation, teacher development and blended STEM learning …
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South Africa is currently the world leader in the “Name Change Industry.” Whether it’s our cities, our streets, or the rumored rebranding of the Rand to the “Eish,” the landscape around us is shifting faster than a tripped breaker on a Monday morning. But here’s the thing about being an electrician: Physics doesn’t do rebranding. …
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The Eastern Cape is facing a full-blown employment emergency, as new data confirms the province is diverging sharply from national labour market trends. The Quarter 4 2025 Labour Force Survey released by Statistics South Africa today shows South Africa’s official unemployment rate fell slightly by 0.5 percentage points year-on-year to 31.4%. In stark contrast, the …
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After a recent garage clear-out (number one gazillion in my lifetime!) I was stuck with a number of old electronic items and unable to dispose of them in the normal rubbish black bags. WHY? Since 2021, it has been illegal in South Africa to dispose of electronic waste in general trash. So I loaded them …
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Following the President’s SONA 2026 announcement regarding the 150% tax incentive for New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), the shift toward electric mobility is no longer a “future” concept—it is a current business requirement. For property owners and businesses in Nelson Mandela Bay, installing EV charging infrastructure is becoming a key competitive advantage. Here is how to …
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While we welcome and are encouraged by the positive green shoots which are emerging on a macro level, there is still a lot a great deal which needs to be implemented and actioned to get the country and its metros back on track and well positioned to retain and attract investment and employment. We are …
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Kelston Motor Group becomes the first motor retail partner to sponsor vehicles for all three presenters on Algoa FM’s iconic Algoa FM Breakfast Show as the station celebrates 40 years on air. Kelston Motor Group has announced a landmark partnership with Algoa FM that will see the group become the first motor retail partner in …
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Volkswagen Group Africa has appointed Ryan Blumrick as the new Head of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, effective 1 February 2026. Blumrick has nearly 20 years of experience in the Volkswagen Group gained in South Africa, China, and Japan. He joined Volkswagen South Africa in 2006 and went on to hold multiple leadership positions within Audi South …
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South African consumers and retailers can expect further increases in pork prices in the coming months as the impact of African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks tightens supply across the formal market. This follows recent communication to the trade from the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO), detailing the extent of disease …
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber views tonight’s State of the Nation Address as a pivotal moment for South Africa’s economic trajectory. Business is not looking for new commitments or expanded policy frameworks. It expects clear evidence that reforms are moving decisively from intent to implementation, supported by measurable progress and firm timelines. South Africa’s …
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A German delegation on a Seafood Sourcing Mission to South Africa touched down in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday last week to help identify seafood farmers who are ready to export their produce to the European consumer market, and to identify support programmes for emerging producers to bring them up to international standards. A delegation …
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Kariega – 2026 marks a significant milestone year for Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) as the company celebrates 75 years in South Africa and 30 years of Polo production at its Kariega plant. The Polo story in South Africa began in 1996 with the launch of the Polo Classic, a four-door sedan which bridged the gap …
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has expressed concerns of a growing risk of de-industrialisation unless urgent, coordinated action is taken to stabilise the operating environment for manufacturers and the surrounding supporting eco-system. Addressing the Chamber’s media press conference, Chief Executive Officer Denise van Huyssteen said the current moment demands speed, collaboration, policy certainty and action, …
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Kariega – The foundation is laid. The bloodline from Borgo Panigale, forged in fire and passione, now courses with conviction through the heart of South Africa. 2025 was a year of meticulous planning, integrating Ducati’s soul within Volkswagen Group Africa, homologating every model, and establishing support for our community. The result? A decisive 2.6% market …
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Kariega – Building on decades of trusted mobility solutions, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will launch the all-new Caravelle plug-in hybrid 4MOTION in the South African market towards mid-year of 2026. More than seven decades ago, at Volkswagen Group Africa’s production plant in Kariega, a simple, hard-working Volkswagen bus first rolled into local history laying the foundation for …
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Kariega – At the annual Volkswagen Group Africa Indaba, Audi South Africa outlined the brand’s strategic focus for the year ahead, reaffirming its commitment to product momentum, performance leadership and long-term brand growth in the local market. The update highlighted how Audi continues to build on its engineering heritage while aligning closely with the brand’s global …
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Kariega –The new Volkswagen T-Roc will launch in South Africa in second half of 2026. Together with the Taigo, T-Cross, Tiguan, Tayron and Touareg, the T-Roc is a member of the Volkswagen T-SUV family. Positioned between the more compact Taigo and the larger Tiguan, the T-Roc has not only become one of the most successful …
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Editor: This event was on the same day that VWGA held their Indaba 2026 – I was invited to Indaba 2026. Gqeberha – Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) hosted its 2026 IMSAf Address at the company’s Struandale manufacturing plant in Gqeberha, using the platform to reflect on its transformation over the past eight years and …
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Kariega: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is re-entering the growing urban delivery market with the launch of the Vivo Xpress which will be available for sale from February 2026. There has been a noticeable growing demand in the entry delivery vehicle segment in the South Africa market over the past few years. In response, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles …
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Proceeds from the entries in a record field of around 20 000 participants in the 2025 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa will raise the levels of support and treatment for patients from the Garden Route to the Wild Coast and through the Karoo. The region is served by the …
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ISUZU Trucks has once again secured its position as South Africa’s number one brand in the combined Medium Commercial Vehicle (MCV) and Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV) segments, achieving an exceptional 13 consecutive years of market leadership. In a commercial vehicle market defined by intense competition, regulatory evolution and economic volatility, sustained leadership over more than …
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Receive a sign up bonus from EasyEquities with our compliments. Then you should consider adding the stocks below to your EasyEquities portfolio… In South Africa, corporate income tax (CIT) is heavily concentrated. According to recent SARS data, a tiny fraction of companies—roughly 0.2% of all assessed businesses—contribute nearly 60% of the country’s total corporate tax revenue. …
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Exporters Eastern Cape is pleased to announce the appointment of Samantha Dunlop in the role of Strategic Manager as of 1 February 2026. With 20 years of industry experience, Samantha is a strategic business leader, connector, and ecosystem builder based in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. With deep experience across supply chain management, imports, exports, …
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