Clarendon represents EL at national festival
Clarendon Girls High School was one of 23 schools to participate in the 21st All Girls’ National Schools’ Festival hosted by Eunice High School...
Netball star selected for Border U18 squad
Cambridge High School netball player Thandolwethu Nele was recently selected to play for the Eastern Cape Border U18 netball squad.
Nele, who is in grade...
Go Review – Scream VI
Genre: Horror, mystery, thriller
After 27 years, the Scream franchise still manages to keep audiences entertained and the latest film in the series is no...
R20m pledged to fix John Bisseker amid community upheaval
OUTRAGE: Pupils and parents from John Bisseker gather at the school towards the end of April.Progress on attending to infrastructural and teaching challenges at...
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...
‘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...
Pride of India win Platinum Cup
For the fourth time in 120 years of local footballing history, Pride of India were crowned Platinum Cup winners in the annual East London...
Kwelera botanical garden construction moves steadily forwards
The construction of the much anticipated Kwelera National Botanical Garden is steadily underway, with phase one’s development scheduled to be completed by the end...
Community open hearts for graduate
Graduation ceremonies can be too costly for students like Tyra Ilunga to attend, but through the efforts of locals from East London close to...
BCM contravention of Act is illegal, lawyer advises
It has been a month since BCM instituted the 80/20 credit control measure to recover funds from ratepayers but the implementation of this measure...
Young tennis ace picked for SA u13s
During the last week of March, Liyema Mancoba represented the Eastern Cape at the TSA Primary and High School Interprovincial Tennis Tournament in Bloemfontein.
He...
School rugby festival kicks off for second year
From April 27-30, the Wongalethu High School rugby festival will see school teams across the Border region take to the field once again for...
Penalties secure win for Aces
East London women’s hockey side, Aces, swooped in to claim a second consecutive victory this year at the KC Easter tournament in Gqeberha held...
North End old boys give back to the city
Growing up in North End, Leslie Ragaval and Cedric Pringle say the spirit of community encouraged families to support and provide for one another.
Years...
Pupils win prizes from national federation for anti-crime essays
On April 14, pupils from Mzokhanyayo High School and Uviwe Senior Secondary School received top prizes from national foundation Safer SA for their literary...
Underage drinking remains problem year after tragedy
As the first anniversary of the Enyobeni tavern tragedy approaches, the scourge of underage drinking continues to spread across the metro.
Earlier this year, pupils...
Ward-based funding reinstated across BCM
On April 3, BCM reinstated the ward-based funding for all 50 wards in the metro, enabling ward councillors to get back to implementing initiatives...
Sunnyridge residents living in fear of pit bull
Residents of Landa Avenue in Sunnyridge extension are living in fear of a neighbour’s pit bull, which is prone to attacking, maiming and killing...
Over four decades of bookish bliss
The Oxford Book Shop and Book Exchange first opened its doors in 1975 at 169 Oxford Street and has consistently been providing East London...
Reading festival is a raging success
The first annual Reading Club Festival took place at the weekend at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery.
The two-day event was aimed at creating a...
Bone disease ends electrician’s career
Jason Hartley has been described by members in his community as a loyal, hard-working man who is always ready to offer a helping hand.
This...
Mercedes-Benz donates cars to local NPOs
Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) has donated seven vehicles to deserving local NPOs.
Sporting Chance Foundation, Waves For Change, African Angels Independent School, READ Educational Trust, Land...
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 Review – Assassin
Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
Bruce Willis has built a reputation for himself as an actor who has starred in many action films over the years.
After...
Model set for global pageant
Nicole Fisher is a model and beauty pageant contestant who is set to compete for the Miss MIA (Modelling in Africa) International 2023 title...
Municipal workers clean up cemeteries
Maintenance of municipal sites across the city is a concern, particularly with respect to cemeteries.
However, this could change, as municipal workers were seen cleaning...
Landlord under fire for ignoring tenants’ concerns
Chiselhurst resident Chari Bezuidenhout and her family are suffering health problems caused by mould plaguing the home she is renting, however, reports to her...
EL dancers to compete in Croatia
Dancers of the Jo Jackson Dance Company are preparing to compete at the DanceStar World Dance Masters to be held in Croatia next month.
Twenty-one...
EL CrossFit athletes compete at international level
The NoBull CrossFit Games are currently underway, with thousands of athletes from across the world competing for the top spot.
Duane Hurn and Jason Dicks...
Go People – Keenan Kyle Sholayan
This week we chat with Keenan Kyle Sholayan, a qualified sports conditioning coach and founder of KKS Coaching Academy, who uses his skills to...
Go Review – Unseen
Genre: Crime, thriller, drama
Netflix has just released an exciting new crime thriller, Unseen, that perfectly encapsulates the innovative potential of SA’s entertainment industry.
Unseen...
Go Eat – Hot Cross Buns
A hot cross bun is a spicy and sweet bun made with tiny fruit pieces and marked with a cross on the top. It...
Self-publishing the future, author says
After four unsuccessful attempts at winning over a publishing house, Mfundo Mpofu finally decide to take matters into his own hands and self-published a...
Teaching graduates not entering field
Teaching is considered one of the most important professions because teachers are responsible for educating and nurturing minds throughout their academic careers.
Despite this, fewer...
Merrifield helps neighbouring schools
Giving back to the community is one of the most important values that pupils and staff uphold at Merrifield College and the Sakhikamva/Merriefield Education...
Umtiza Arts Fest back with exciting line-up
The Umtiza Arts Festival is returning next month and it promises to be an exciting experience for art and music enthusiasts across Buffalo City...
Afro-pop star happy to perform at home again
Local Afro-pop princess Berita is back home in East London and will be performing on Thursday evening, April 6, at the Guild Theatre.
An Intimate...
Go People – Mzukisi Yawa
This week we chat with aspiring Hip-Hop musician Mzukisi Yawa from Mdantsane about his musical journey.
What products/services do you offer?
I am a hip-hop artist...
Go Review – Ted Lasso
GENRE: Comedy, drama, sport
In a world where movies and shows about crime, violence, and horror top the trending charts every week, a simple comedy...
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...
Autistic pianist uses show to raise awareness of condition
With April being autism awareness month, JR Nkosi will be showcasing a music and theatre production to highlight the positive aspects of living with...
Cambridge High athlete to compete in Gauteng
Sibabalwe Salmon is the only athlete from Cambridge High School to qualify for the SA Schools Athletics Championships that will be taking place in...
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’...
Go Review – Missing
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Suspense
Screen-life movies are pioneering productions filmed entirely on a screen to simulate screen-recording software, using footage from webcams, phone cameras, and...
Viva Musica Ensemble returns to the stage
The Viva Musica Ensemble present their first concert of the year on April 1 at 3pm in the Nahoon Methodist Church, Kennington Road, conducted...
Letter to the Editor: BCM should spend rates income wisely
BY:DOUG BAKER
I have been a ratepayer for 45 years and I cannot believe that BCM are wasting a further R28m of ratepayers’ money on...
Nostalgic time rummaging through trunk
“Welcome to your new home,” said Claire Neithercut, the warm-hearted and efficient manager of Berea Gardens, as she opened the front door of our...
Gqeberha chef wins tavern showdown
The Eastern Cape leg of the first-ever Mzansi Tavern Cook-off competition took place at the Blue Ribbon Catering and Hospitality School on Tuesday and...
Club on mission to develop swimming skills
With a decades long history of excellence in Buffalo City, Vikings Swimming Club remains a cherished brand, particularly with latest initiatives to introduce water...
Spin-a-thon keeps kids in school
On March 25, Body Culture’s annual spin-a-thon returned to raise money for charity, while putting cycling enthusiasts to the ultimate test with a 15-hour...
