Nelson Mandela Bay, 07 May 2026 – “Ongoing flooding and inclement weather continued to disrupt the operations of businesses around the metro for a second day in a row.
Most factories have reported that they have been able to continue with their operations, despite in some cases experiencing flooding of warehouses and other facilities. Businesses located in the Baakens Valley area were in particular hard hit by flooding, as well as business operations in the Neave Korsten and North End areas. Deal Party has been severely affected by road closures
Higher than normal absenteeism levels were reported across the board, while most businesses allowed staff to work remotely where possible.
The Chamber is working with Gift of the Givers to provide critical assistance to communities affected by the inclement weather and its offices are serving as a drop-off point for supplies. Required items include water, non-perishable food, toiletries, nappies, bedding and clothing,” says Denise van Huyssteen, Chief Executive Officer of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber.
If you received a message from your employer along he lines of; Where the fuck are you?” then maybe it is time to share THIS article with them (and your fellow employees): Who Knew that the Floods Could be an Indicator of a Toxic Work Culture.
All I am going to say is that our employees were all contacted and advised to stay at home yesterday and today.
