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Water supply boosted with new boreholes
WITH the completion of two additional boreholes in St Francis Bay – yielding a combined output of 0.8 million litres per day (Ml/d) – Kouga Municipality has significantly enhanced the region’s water infrastructure to meet the growing demand.
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Attempted murder case of councillor postponed for bail application
The five suspects accused of the attempted murder of Kouga DA municipal Ward 4 councillor and mayoral committee member, Jaques Alexander made a brief appearance at the Humansdorp Magistrate’s Court on April 19, with the matter being postponed to April…
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A spirited success for J-Bay Trauma Support Centre
In May 2019, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the Die Werf area of Fountains Mall, a groundbreaking event took place, a first “Jail and Bail” fundraiser.
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Much-needed accommodation offered to matric learners
As part of the launch of the 2024 Matric Support Programme, matric learners at Qhayiyalethu FET in Kareedouw will receive accommodation for the remainder of the school year, to avert the impact caused by long-distance travelling.
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GLA hosts exciting annual ‘Survivor’ challenge
The second season of “Survivor – Tribal Wars”, organised and hosted by the Global Leadership Academy, recently took place and was filmed at a remote location within the Kouga region.
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Kouga’s surveillance system assists in decreasing crime
Following the establishment of the Incident Command Centre (ICC) in Humansdorp, which monitors 400 cameras throughout the Kouga region, the many successes include the recovery of R5 million worth of stolen goods and the arrest of the suspects allegedly involved…
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First event hosted after devastating fire
Just five days after a destructive fire ripped through the main house at the well-known Lombardini Guest Farm in Jeffreys Bay, the dedicated and hardworking team rolled up their sleeves to host an exquisite wedding on April 13, with 140…
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Cat, three dogs looking for new homes
NON-PROFIT organisation JBay Animal Rescue Sanctuary, which sterilises at least 80 animals every month in the Kouga region, is located in Ocean View Township in Jeffreys Bay. The organisation is looking for forever homes for three puppies and a cat.
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Makukhanye Primary opens door to new medical centre
Thanks to a 20-year partnership with St Faith’s School in Cambridge, London, Makukhanye Primary School in Jeffreys Bay is the proud beneficiary of a much-needed medical centre stocked with medical supplies and assessment beds.









