Merrifield scoops 11 theatre awards
Merrifield College has achieved one of the highest honours of the theatre industry, by winning 11 awards at the BroadwayWorld SA Awards 2023 for...
Gladwin turns alcohol addiction into show
Singer and songwriter Jason Gladwin is celebrating the power of recovery with a special intimate show at 2 Twelfth Avenue, Gonubie on Friday February...
A night of musical brilliance with special guests
Pianist Hayley White is celebrating a lifetime of music prowess with a special recital, A Musical Journey, at the Guild Theatre on Thursday February 22.
The...
Hobby turns into successful venture
How did you get started with crochet, and what inspired you to turn it into a business?
We chat to Carol Lombaard about her small...
‘Wonka’ falls short of previous adaptations of beloved story
Genre: Adventure, comedy, family, musical
Wonka is an unnecessary musical remake with incomplete details, mediocre songs, and a plot that makes little sense, despite a...
EL journalist takes over as new editor of YOU
Shanaaz Prince, a dynamic and talented journalist from Buffalo Flats, East London, has taken on the prestigious role as the new editor of YOU...
Successful baker starts classes to share skills
Siya Vetyeka has created a successful brand for himself in the baking industry with his stunning and delicious baked goods with his small business,...
Successful first cleanups of the year: Ward councillor, MP lead efforts...
Ward 28 councillor Frederick Pohl and his team spent Friday morning, January 19, cutting the grass at Beacon Bay police station.
This forms part of...
Superhero helps you beat bad hair days
What services do you offer?
Male grooming services such as hair cuts, beard trims, hot towel shaves and waxing.
When did your business start?
The business stared...
Musical remake loses raw emotion of original version
Genre: Drama, musical
While the vocal brilliance of the cast must be praised, this latest onscreen portrayal of Alice Walker’s phenomenal book, The Colour Purple,...
Sister Lyn’s care and love for others always remembered
Sister Lyn England, a much-loved, selfless community worker, died on Friday January 12, in Makhanda.
Born on February 22 1944, she died at the age...
Jewellery workshops aim to inspire creativity
Best friend duo Natasha Hogg and Marika Jacobs have combined their skills and love for creative arts to not only making beautiful handmade jewellery...
EL designer bringing traditional Xhosa look to New York catwalk
East London fashion designer Onwaba Mleve will showcase her stunning designs at New York Fashion Week in February this year.
The proud owner of Zazi...
No-one puts on better weddings than Buffalo City vendors
According to this month’s Wedding and Function Magazine, Buffalo City vendors are the best at pulling off top-notch weddings, with East London wedding singers...
Making magic in gardens across the city
What services or products do you offer?
I create pathways at schools to encourage children to use their bodies and I offer designer picnics.
When did...
‘Marvels’ relies on viewers’ knowledge of other films
Genre: Action, adventure, fantasy
The Marvels is the 33rd addition to the movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and although it is visually well-executed...
EL-born actress shines in BBC drama
Internationally acclaimed East London actress Masali Baduza has made a name for herself starring in the lead role on the British series Noughts and...
Duncan Village heroine scoops national award
Duncan Village community philanthropist Nomaxabiso Joni was recognised as a Heroine in Youth Development at the 12th annual South African Heroines Awards, held recently...
Merrifield’s ‘Matilda’ gets 12 nominations
Merrifield College’s production of Matilda — The Musical has been nominated 12 times at this year’s Broadway World SA awards.
Some of the categories include...
Ghosts of Disney films past haunt unnecessary reboot
Genre: Comedy, fantasy, family
Movies and series are currently experiencing a high number of remakes and reboots, many of which are unwarranted and unnecessary.
Haunted Mansion...
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...
Artist revitalises Buffalo City with beautiful murals
When local artist Nkokheli Mzimba was granted the opportunity to paint parts of Buffalo City, he saw it as a chance to not only...
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...
Former Freshlyground members to bring ‘African cowboy’ sound to EL
The Congo Cowboys are known worldwide for their blend of traditional African and country tunes, and they’re bringing their electrifying performance to East London...
Scrunchie hobby turns into career,Tied Up owner discusses online accessory store
Q: What services or products do you offer?
A: Tied Up is a small business selling handmade hair accessories ranging from...
Teenage poets claim top two places in writers’ contest
Three talented writers have been announced as the winners of the Vrij and Karuna Harry Young Writers’ Competition.
Holly Webb from Merrifield College won the...
Mental health needs of the deaf not catered for–Greater awareness and...
While the conversation about mental health issues has opened up in recent years, the struggles of the deaf community have unfortunately been overlooked.
Hearing-impaired people...
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...
Future Springboks flying Border flag high at U12 level
The southern region U12 provincial tournament took place in Riversdale over the weekend, where the A and B sides played rugby against Boland, Western...
GO REVIEW – PUPPY LOVE
Genre: Comedy, romance
Puppy Love is a romantic comedy that follows two unlucky in love individuals with vastly different personalities who match on a dating...
Asian culture explored in hilarious girl-trip comedy, Joy Ride
Asian representation in movies has grown positively over the last couple of years.
Movies such as Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Everything Everywhere All at...
Baker cooks up own creative solutions
We chat to Charlton Smith about the cake baking business he runs with his wife, Leshae
What kind of products do you make?
We...
Vet to fill gap left by SPCA clinic closure
The closure of Berea Veterinary last year and the SPCA clinic this year, left many East London residents without an outlet for their animals....
Clarendon High marks 120 years of sisterhood
Clarendon High School for Girls recently had their founders’ day where they celebrated their 120th anniversary on Friday August 4.
The special celebration was attended...
Women’s Day race attracts record entry for Overtakers
The Overtakers Athletics Sports Club celebrated their second annual Women’s Day race on August 9.
The event has grown in popularity because it offers the...
Pupils use sport to raise money
Selborne College grade 10 and 11 pupils are once again working on their life orientation campaign projects.
Each campaign consists of five pupils who choose...
Young men receive guidance from elders
In light of the constantly rising crime statistics, abuse and gender-based violence, Pastor Xolisa Makalima and Andile Siko hosted a special motivational event for...
Mdantsane martial arts fundi’s return with gold
Mdantsane competitors from Gijana Martial Arts Club recently took part in the annual Full Contact Martial Arts National Championships in Gauteng last week and...
Chefs’ World Cup experience sweet ‘n sour
The soccer World Cup in Qatar was marred with widely reported worker’s rights abuses and local chefs Odwa Memza and Faizel Bezuidenhout, who were...
Alphendale pupils protest over school doors remaining shut
Desperate matric pupils who are yet to start their academic year at Alphendale Senior Secondary took to the streets in protest on January 27.
Alphendale...
Parkside soup kitchen provides for the needy
Parkside resident Rachel Gloria Clayton has run a soup kitchen for the past 12 years, and despite challenges along the way, is determined to...
Michael Jackson show returns to EL
The Jo Jackson Dance Company is bringing the popular stage production Beat It! – The Incredible Story of Michael Jackson to life once again...
Go People – Shendl Rewitzky
This week we chat with Shendl Rewitzky, owner of Bark & Beyond, which produces a range of locally-made nutritious and delicious dog treats and...
Queer positive book for teens encourages inclusivity
Dr. Madeleine Muller, an East London doctor and a lecturer at Walter Sisulu University, has written a “queer positive” book aimed at educating young...
East London’s Oh My Curry lives up to name
Oh My Curry owner Deon Naidoo prides himself on offering authentic Indian cuisine to East London diners, though he chuckles – “our food is...
OPINION – East London Residents share views on pit bull saga
The Pit Bull Federation of SA recently said in a statement that the owners of pit bulls which attacked or killed people should be...
Go People – Lauren Francis
This week we chat to helicopter pilot Lauren Francis about how she obtained her licence to fly helicopters.
What qualifications do you have?
I hold a...
Students take it to ‘The Next Level’ in own show
Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts School students staged The Next Level, their last production of the year, last Friday.
The show, which incorporated...
EL’s Hillier makes top three in reality show
Former Cambridge High School pupil Kedeshia Hillier has made it to the top three of DStv channel VIA’s reality show Houvrou of Trouvrou.
The show...
Hudson show heralds ‘A Wonderful Christmas’
Hudson Park High School’s music department is set to showcase A Wonderful Christmas at the school’s Gibson Kente Theatre next month.
Vocals teacher, Nasine Van...
