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Jeffreys Bay to host World Kneeboarding Championships
In a groundbreaking moment for the sport of kneeboard surfing, the iconic “surfing mecca” of Jeffreys Bay is set to host the Cine FX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024, sanctioned by Surfing South Africa, at Lower Point from August 17…
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Poppie hopes for a better future at Rainbow Centre
After a tumultuous two-year journey finding a stable home following abandonment at the tender age of 10, 12-year-old Poppie from Hankey has finally found solace in the loving care of her foster mother.
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‘Women in Need’ project empowers community
In Maak ’n Las, Humansdorp, a group of women have come together to create a strong support system, lifting each other during difficult moments while extending their generosity, by dedicating themselves to serving the community and providing weekly me
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Organisation promotes fireball device to assist with shack fires
With fires continuing to destroy informal settlements and kill many people, Masikhathalelaneni, a non-profit organisation established to deal with integrated disaster management in the Kouga region, recently launched its Fire Ball Outreach Project to
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‘Bowling for Bella’ fundraising for young cancer patient
At just 10-years-old, Isabella Esterhuyse from East London was diagnosed with Sarcoma, a rare soft tissue cancer, and since her diagnosis in April she has undergone an aggressive form of chemotherapy treatment, and radiation.
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Library assistant inspires young readers
With a warm smile and a passion for literature, a dedicated library assistant at Tokyo Sexwale Library in Jeffreys Bay, Carmen Honey Brook, is inspiring a love of reading in the next generation.
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Top longboard surfers flock to Cape St Francis for championships
Close to 200 elite longboard surfers from around South Africa will descend on Seal Point in Cape St Francis from August 26 to 31 for the 2024 SA Longboard Championships, presented by Ryd, and sanctioned by Surfing South Africa.
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Kouga surfers shine at championships
Two local surfers, Simon Fish from Cape St Francis, and Mike Burness from Jeffreys Bay, won in their respective categories at the South African Masters Championships 2024 in Victoria Bay and Mossel Bay between August 7 and 11.
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Economists to share insights to assist local businesses
The Kouga Business Forum will host two informative events, with well-known economists, Dawie Roodt and Willem Basson, as guest speakers, at St Francis Links on August 19, and at Gamtoos Ferry Hotel on August 20.
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Kouga community rallies to raise funds for retired military veterans
The Kouga branch unit of the South African Defence Force Association (SADFA) is celebrating a job well done after hosting a highly successful golf day at the Jeffreys Bay Golf Club on August 3.










