Local News
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Community unites for blood drive
The global welfare organisation, International WeLoveU, led by Chairwoman Giljah Zahng, recently held a blood donation campaign at the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) Donor Centre in Nelson Mandela…
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Rocking the Grass Roof – a music festival with a purpose
Hosted by the Environmental Action Group (EAG), this festival takes place on March 29 from 14:00 to 18:00 at The Grass Roof — a stunning venue known for its beautiful…
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67 Blankets for NMB brings warmth to Gqeberha
The 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day movement celebrated its 11th anniversary with a vibrant blanket installation at Nelson Mandela University on March 20, marking the United Nations International Day…
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Two siblings, aged 10, killed in R75 collision
Two 10-year-old siblings tragically lost their lives after being struck by a vehicle on the R75 near Dora Nginza Hospital on March 27. The children, a brother and sister, were…
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Lane closures: N2 Section 11 from Linton Grange Interchange to St Albans Interchange
Lane closures will be implemented on the N2 Section 11, from the Linton Grange Interchange to St Albans Interchange.
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Vicki Terblanche murder Trial: Leach sentenced to 25 years
After three and a half years in police custody, Reinhardt Leach’s fate was finally decided at the Gqeberha High Court on Friday, March 14. The former Gqeberha school teacher has…
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Visiting Mama T, a lesson in humility
Through Mama Tee’s Foundation for the Homeless, she distributes food to the destitute in various places in Central and Newton Park. She also provides spiritual nourishment through her soup kitchen,…
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Living long, strong with dwarfism
Deep within Bethelsdorp resides Dorothy Koening, a woman firmly rooted in the belief that no matter what life presents, family comes first. Dorothy’s older sister, Delene Witbooi, is believed to…
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Fighting cancer with a smile
When spirited 14-year-old Jayden Jansen van Vuuren got diagnosed with acute leukemia in December, of last year, it was devastating to both him and his family.
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Minister of Water and Sanitation confident NMB will avoid Day Zero
The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu, is confident that Day Zero will be avoided in Nelson Mandela Bay, now that the national department has stepped in to intervene.
