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The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) MEC Xolile Nqata has condemned the illegal strike by some of the Amathole District Municipality workers.

The harrowing accounts of several survivors of Gender-Based Violence, including the still rampant practice of Ukuthwala came into sharp focus as the province marked Women’s Day in the town of Matatiele.

The police crime prevention strategy patrols have led to the arrest of a 29-year-old man found in possession of an unlicensed firearm.

The Female World Foundation directed by Anele Somagaca hosted the second annual Tsomo Ladies Football Tournament aimed at encouraging young girls to partake in the sport.

The Mthatha Regional Court has sentenced Eric Manyinkawu (30), to two life imprisonment terms, for raping a 60-year-old woman, on two different occasions.

Department of Health spokesperson Yonela Dekeda, has confirmed that 85 learners from Mpeko Primary School in Mthatha were taken to Mpeko clinic following them complaining of severe headaches, dizziness, respiratory distress, and general body weakness.

Department of Education spokesperson, Mali Mtima has confirmed that 55 learners from Mpeko Primary School in Mthatha were rushed to a local clinic following the consumption of a ginger powder that was sold to them by a fellow learner on…

Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane has praised the investment of R108 million by Mthatha businessman Mava Mkukwana, of Fuel Mart Capital, who is behind the development of the Ibika Commercial Centre which has entered its second phase of development.

Officials from Eastern Cape Liquor Board (ECLB) educated learners from schools in Nyandeni Local Municipality on the dangers of underage drinking.

While the third term is in full swing, the situation is still tough at Mgomanzi Senior Secondary School in Butterworth, since learners do not have classrooms. Their school was burnt to ashes, by an unknown person, in April this year.