End of a sailing era as port ends lease
Open letter to the public from Lawrence Haw, commodore.
The East London Yacht Club story: 3pm on October 31 will mark the end of 78...
Racy memories for senior citizens who rode in vintage style
Scores of senior citizens danced and enjoyed tea at the annual Jolly Old Fellows event, hosted by the Border Vintage and Classic Car Club...
Sanca and coalition battle drug network
The rising number of young people turning to drugs, such as crystal meth, has become a pressing concern with allegations that spaza shops in...
Bring your crew and let’s clean this coast ourselves, says Grand...
Do you have a crew, do you have the gees?
The public has been asked to step in to clean up the once-beautiful coastal area near...
Youth learning to capture stories
Buffalo Flats children are rediscovering the magic of photography the old-fashioned way.
Armed with 1980s point-and-shoot cameras, they spend their Saturdays capturing real stories of...
Makro brings muscle to Quigney
Incoming giant Makro has joined the Quigney renaissance and worked with the community in picking up trash, most of it from revelers.
Quigney’s growing momentum,...
A community rising against the trash to become a model seaside...
If we don’t, who will?
This is what Quigney residents are thinking as they marshal brooms, rakes and spades around the neighbourhood.
Business owners, residents and...
We found… Running Man
LISAKHANYA NDWAYI and
MIKE LOEWE
He pounds the pavement. He has done so for decades.
He is a life clock for people who measure the lives of...
‘Rebel Hearts’ set to inspire with dance, drama, and defiance
ZENAKHE GXASHE
Jo Jackson’s latest show, Rebel Hearts, takes to the stage this weekend, with the aim of using dance to inspire audience members to break free...
Mall’s tenants join in day to remember for children
What started as a Mandela Day initiative between Link FM and Jam Clothing turned into something truly special, thanks to the incredible spirit of...
Large puddle from burst water pipe causes mayhem at Extreme Festival
What was one of the most frustrating motorsport events held in quite some time, did not leave the fans that packed the...
Lilyfontein archer to represent SA in Slovenia event
Lilyfontein archer to represent SA in Slovenia event
De Jager to compete in European Youth Cup
Ethan de Jager, a talented recurve U21 men’s archer and...
East London production crew’s film to be screened in Seattle next...
‘SA Confidential’ victorious in 48-hour Film Project contest
KAZIMLA MFKILI
Eastern Cape Institute of Film from East London will have their short film, SA Confidential screened in Seattle,...
Pet Pals urges public to help this Mandela Day
LEBO MAJANGAZE
Pet Pals is struggling amidst rising costs to care for the surging number of East London’s abandoned and neglected animals.
The donor-funded animal welfare...
Courageous dog saves owner
Local dog Nala was released from Beacon Bay Vet last week, following emergency surgery after sustaining a bullet wound to her abdomen, while trying...
Border trio to make waves at World Aquatic Championships
Three Border water polo players are set to make waves on the international stage in two weeks when they leave to represent SA at...
Pink Fairy’s Comrades run raises R35k for animals in need
Local legend Mike Webb, affectionately known as the “Pink Fairy,” completed his 25th consecutive Comrades Marathon earlier this month in aid of Qonce SPCA...
Stirling High scoops top Rotary award
LEBO MJANGAZE
Stirling High School’s Interact Club has made an immutable impact on the community with various outreach projects that has earned them the Community...
An afternoon of classics with city’s leading ensemble
Forget about the long, cold days of winter and spend an afternoon enjoying a wide variety of music presented by Viva Musica Ensemble this...
Celebrating the future of SA’s car industry
Port Rex Technical High School was abuzz with excitement this weekend as it hosted the fourth annual MIWA Motor Mech Show — one of...
St Joseph’s pupil named rising star in majorette side
St Joseph’s Preparatory and College is bursting with pride as grade 10 pupil Inam Ntikinca, 16, was recently honoured with the senior rising star...
Community celebrates life and legacy of St Johns’ Rev Deas
The East London community gathered in love and remembrance at St Nicholas Church, Beacon Bay, on June 20, to celebrate the life of Rev...
Minors hooked as vape sales remain unchecked
A month-long investigation by the GO!&Express has revealed just how easy it is for pupils to get hooked on nicotine as many shops across...
Retirees join fight to conserve nature for future generations
Eco-warrior retirees at Settlers Rest Retirement Village joined forces with Caring Owls NPO this time last year to provide a safe home for rescued...
People’s Market opens in East London — and what a grand...
From June 5-8, something special happened in East London; the grand opening of People’s Market brought life, excitement and unbeatable value.
Located at 20...
All-female art exhibition to spotlight women’s creative voices
LEBO MJANGAZE
East London artist Claudine Hauke is putting the spotlight on women in art this August, with an all-female exhibition featuring local and international...
Karate kid makes history for Seven Star
LEBO MJANGAZE
Ten-year-old Amahle Mfacane of Seven Star Primary School has gone from a beginner in karate to earning first place in his division at...
Stirling duo scoop top honours at arts eisteddfod
LEBO MJANGAZE
The results are in and Stirling High School’s Alex Raath and Damien Salzwedel have scooped A++ awards in the 2025 National Arts Association...
GO PEOPLE: Ursula Carter
Ursula Carter, founder of Butterfly Creations, is a Cambridge-based creative whose custom-made pet wear and personalised character outfits have warmed the hearts of both...
Port Rex to host launch of project for next generation of...
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation, in partnership with merSETA and Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, will launch Project Dineo on June 21 at Port Rex...
Border to bid for second Craven Week
The stakes are high for Border Schools Rugby Association, given their performance as hosts for the U13 Craven Week in East London next week...
EL star Bruce Viaene claims double victory at 2025 Copa Pacífico...
The 2025 Copa Pacífico, a World Waveski Surfing Association (WWSA) accredited event, took place over the weekend in Huanchaco, Peru.
Representing SA, East London’s Bruce...
Border’s Zangqa to coach SA Schools and U18 teams
Lwazi Zangqa from Border has been named as the new head coach of the SA Schools side, and he will be assisted by the...
Schools and waste pickers leading the charge for a cleaner greener...
Since last year, 937 tons of waste have been diverted from the landfill thanks to the tireless efforts of local schools and waste pickers...
A fresh start for EL — People’s Market is here!
Whether you’re a busy parent shopping for the week, a local vendor looking for bulk options, or someone who simply wants better quality fresh...
Five Clarendon coaches head up Border schools’ hockey teams
Clarendon High School for Girls is celebrating a proud sporting milestone as five of its talented hockey coaches have been selected to represent Border...
Creative brilliance earns top honours
Merrifield Primary School’s Xylie Tarr and Arcadia School’s Liam Olivier are this year’s recipients of the coveted triple gold award for the East London...
Clarendon choir heads to nationals
Clarendon Primary School’s senior choir has advanced to the final round of the ATKV-Applous Choir Competition from July 30-August 2, in hopes of defending...
Arts festival smash hit coming to EL stage
After a sold-out run at the Umtiza Arts Festival, the powerful isiXhosa drama, Buzani Kubawo, returns to East London’s Guild Theatre for two special...
Baker cooks up successful business in home kitchen
At just 32 years old, Siyabonga Dingiswayo from Mdantsane has built a growing baking business from his home kitchen. His passion, perseverance, and community...
GO REVIEW: Kinda Pregnant
New Netflix rom-com Kinda Pregnant blends garish comedy with a predictable plotline to create a mediocre movie that is, if not a cinematic masterpiece,...
SA Navy is coming to town to discover new generation of...
East London will host the SA Navy’s 2025 World Hydrography Day celebrations from June 20-22, with the navy aiming to fast-track the city’s role...
Jersey week brings winter cheer to East London children
Just in time for the cold, the warm-hearted women behind jersey week distributed beanies, jerseys, and blankets to families in need, last week.
Since 1986,...
Border Karting Championship round 2 delivers thrilling action
The second round of the Border Karting Championship took place on Saturday May 17, delivering fast-paced, competitive, and clean racing across all classes.
With increased...
East London pupil excels in debut National Inflatable Powerboat race
Hoërskool Ooskus Gimnasium grade 11 pupil Ané de Kock made her school proud when she successfully competed in the National Inflatable Powerboat Competition held...
Jobless psychologist starts healing hub
With few job opportunities available in psychology, clinical psychologist Balungile Macingwane carved her own path by opening Balungile Macingwane Psychological Services in Southernwood, focusing...
Diverse mix of entertainers head to EL for Umtiza Fest
The ninth Umtiza Arts Festival explodes into Buffalo City metro from today until June 5, hosted by the Guild Theatre, East London Museum, and...
Hudson Park’s new play echoes nation’s realities
Hudson Park High School’s new ambitiously heartfelt stage production, The Quigney Has the Blues, explores the impact of the lingering ghosts of an unequal past set...
Young artists win triple gold for ELFest entries
This year’s East London Eisteddfod (ELFest) High Schools Art Exhibition showcased outstanding talent, with Stirling High School’s Philasande Tsengiwe and Clarendon High School for...
Wins across the board for Merrifield
Merrifield Schools’ teams enjoyed a triumphant week on the sports fields and courts last week, clocking up a string of impressive wins across netball,...
