SARB runs workshop to help the blind and visually impaired identify...
The South African Reserve Bank, in partnership with the SA National Council of the Blind and Blind SA, hosted a currency authentication teaching and...
COMPETITION CLOSED – Last chance to win with the Beauty Clinic...
Celebrate with The Beauty Clinic as they mark the occasion of their 41st anniversary this month by giving away Kalahari Facial and Pedicure vouchers,...
Trade rubbish for cash with PackaChing
@PackaChing has launched two new recycling buy-back centres in East London to help keep your city clean. They accept plastic, glass, cans and paper...
Home of Modern Learning: Education without barriers
Home of Modern Learning (HML) is a newly registered private secondary school in Cambridge with a proud history of educational excellence.
Established in 2017 as...
JUST IN | SA could move to level two this week...
The country could move to Level 2 this week if Cabinet accepts a recommendation from directors-general to open more sectors of the economy.
A forum...
ECLB takes steps to curb underage drinking
COMMEMORATING: Runners participate in the 21km race in honour of 21 Enyobeni victims. Picture: MARK ANDREWSOn June 21, the Eastern Cape Liquor Board confirmed...
Spend 12 hours in a kennel for SPCA
In a bid to meet their financial obligations to the animals, Meyers Motors Bazaar has partnered with the SPCA on an exciting fundraising initiative...
‘Banginkulu’ or ‘Bangikulu’: SA language board clears the air on banknote...
The Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) has responded to claims a Xitsonga word was “incorrectly” spelt on SA's new bank notes.
The South African...
Ginger Love proudly represents SA at international food export fair in...
Simone Klaasen, co-founder of Ginger Love, proudly represented SA at Japan’s Food Export Fair 2023, marking yet another successful international expo for the brand.
This...
Beloved club rises from ashes
After the popular and well-loved Rhythm Bar closed down in 2017, a fairly large group of East London patrons lost their favourite hangout spot....
End of an era for EL institution
TAMMY FRAY
Operating for over 40 years, the Ideal Butchery in Cambridge on Queen Street closed its doors for the last time on March 3.
Founded...
Go People – Nci Tshiki
We chat with Nci Tshiki, owner of local business Squeeky Clean.
What do you do? What product or service do you offer?
I manufacture and supply...
GO People – Amanda Dunne
We chat with Amanda Dunne, a registered nurse in private practice about managing the disease.
What do you do?
I am a registered nurse who has...
Medical aesthetician opens new practice in EL
SUMAIYA KHANDr. Sumaiya Khan is a medical aesthetician who has recently launched her own practice in Nahoon. Her facilities focus on moderately low-risk treatments...
Pizza perfection on doorstep
LOOKING for the best-tasting pizza in East London and King William’s Town? Look no further ... 2Brothers Pizza has arrived.
2Brothers Pizza promises to produce...
Local photographer still inspires after 40 years
This year, Rob Pollock Photography celebrates 40 years as a trusted local brand.
What started in 1983 as a small photographic studio has since grown...
Tini empowers BCM residents through her real estate workshops
Xoliswa Tini, a prominent realty entrepreneur and innovator launched the first in a series of mentorship and workshop programmes on November 20, aimed at...
GO People – Melissa Volmink
We chat to Melissa Volmink about the ins and outs of her business Boujee Box.
Q: What products do you make?
A: I make customised gift...
Ginger Love sparks international interest
One of East London’s most successful businesses, Ginger Love, was recently granted the opportunity to travel to Dubai for the Gulfood Trade Show, where...
‘Ngena Noah’ hitmaker chosen as ambassador
Metro FM Awards song of the year winner Betusile Mcinga was recently announced as the brand ambassador for Buffalo Toyota.
The Ngena Noah hitmaker was...
Mural beautifies city, boosts artists,Artwork focuses on history, future of automotive...
The BMW mural art project concluded on September 30, and the 12m-long wall outside the dealership in Berea has been transformed into a burst...
Project teaches financial skills
A group of Amalinda women have decided to put their financial future in their own hands and create opportunities for themselves through sewing.
The Sizamele...
Business workshop for informal traders
Due to the rising costs of living, many have turned to informal trading to be able to provide for their families.
Women in the less...
BKCOB equips local NGOs with skills to sustain, grow their impact
The Good Deeds Committee of the Border-Kei Chamber of Business proudly awarded 14 local NGOs on November 15 with certificates for having completed its...
Port Rex and MIWA host exhilarating competition
In honour of Youth Day, the Motor Industry Workshops Association of SA (MIWA) Eastern Cape hosted their second Motor Mech show at Port Rex...
Come search for gems at Scratch Patch in East London
A Scratch Patch involves spending time and money looking for pretty rocks, and as improbable as this sounds, they popular among parents and children...
Buffalo City-born dietician at forefront of combining nutrition with technology
Originally from Buffalo City but now based abroad, dietician, founder and CEO of Qina, Dr Mariette Abrahams MBA RD is im
proving public health by...
GO People – Ayabulela Mabinda
Ayabulela Mabinda is the director of an EL-based small business called Black Race Sneaker Wash.
What services do you offer?
We offer sneaker wash and footwear...
Go People – Carin Basson
This week we chat with The Cheeky Flower owner Carin Basson about her unique business concept.
What products or services do you offer?
We offer a...
Go People – Thuthuzela Masangwana
Thuthuzela Masangwana is the owner and founder of Daily Diva Cosmetics. This week we chat with her about the business and how she found...
Advertorial: EL welcomes virtual reality studio for gaming, travel, fitness, and...
East London is buzzing with excitement with the opening of Immersive Realms, a groundbreaking virtual reality studio situated in Abbotsford.
Priced at a wallet-friendly R180...
Vincent Park celebrates birthday with two awards
Vincent Park Shopping Centre is celebrating having received two Footprint Marketing Awards recently.
Shopping centres across the country also received awards.
Vincent Park, the only mall...
Go People – Dinika L Rooy
This week we chat with creative artist Dinika L Rooy about the beautiful and unique accessory designs that she makes under her brand Dee’s...
Go People – Chantel Haschick
We chat with Chantel Haschick about the clothing business she runs with her husband, Des
How would you describe your business? What exactly do you...
GO People – Deryn Marshall
This week, we chat to personal trainer Deryn Marshall about his passion for fitness and helping people reach their health goals.
Q: What type of...
GO People – Dane Fortein
We chat with Dane Fortein about his successful career in personal and corporate photography.
What type of photography do you specialise in?
I’m a full-time corporate,...
Pot O’Curry celebrates fourth year in business
Pot O’Curry epitomises an ideal home-grown takeaway business in that it brings a mix of flavoursome food blended with a good dollop or two...
Shoprite to take on Woolies
SA’s leading supermarket group aims up as recession hits lower-end consumers first
As South Africa slides into recession, and households have less and less to...
GO People – Singwa ‘Hercules’ Silinga
Personal trainer Singwa ‘Hercules’ Silinga shares how he prepares individual plans for his clients.
What services do you offer?
We offer personal training in private and...
‘Don’t lift bans on alcohol and tobacco’: ANCWL president Bathabile Dlamini
ANC Women's League remains opposed to plans to lift the restrictions 'as SA could be hit by another wave' of Covid-19 infections.
ANC Women's League...
GO People – Lana Jade Geyer
We chat to entrepreneur Lana Jade Geyer about her brands The Ultra Cookie Co, The Toffee Apple Factory and The Snack Co.
What products do...
Hudson High star wins scholarship
Outstanding Hudson Park High School rugby player Sibabalwe Mahashe, who captained the SA U18 rugby team in the international Test against France and England,...
Business chamber introduces new organic market
In a proactive move to bolster local agriculture and provide consumers with access to fresh, organic produce, the Border Kei Chamber of Businesses (BKCOB)...
Go People – James Dollery
This week we chat with WAHL-certified male groomer James Dollery about his career in haircutting.
What products/services do you offer?
My services include gents and boys’...
Unemployment a top worry for South Africans: survey
As the country grapples with joblessness and slow economic growth‚ the Ipsos What Worries the World survey shows almost 70% of South Africans cited...
Braza’s celebrates a year of scrumptious meals
Braza’s Portuguese Fusion in Berea celebrates its first birthday this month.
Go! & Express caught up with the owner and head chef Jean-Michel Silva to...
GO People – Bernie Nel
We chat with Bernie Nel about her thriving cake business, Bernie Boo Bakes.
What products/services do you offer?
I make novelty cakes, cupcakes and flavored biscuits.
When...
Go People – Denver Esben
This week we chat to Denver Esben, owner and CEO of Siyasebenza Plumbing about what it takes to be a good plumber in East...
Go People – Tayla Venter
This week we chat to Tayla Venter about her printing business, Beneath The Bark.
Q: What services do you offer?
A: I personalise everything. From printing...
EL enthusiasts join rest of world in marking International Coffee Day
International Coffee Day fell on Sunday, October 1, much to the excitement of coffee lovers worldwide.
This is a special occasion meant to promote and...




























































