Fun week for youth
VARIOUS local churches and organisations have come together to present youngsters in East London with their first Youth Week – a week filled with...
Zahara doesn’t care about dating a ‘Ben 10’
Zahara has spoken out about not being concerned that her new boyfriend Ian Sibiya is younger than her‚ saying the age difference “doesn’t change...
WHEN I GROW UP
Stirling Baptist Church's holiday club last week took place in five different venues around East London catering to different age groups. Friday was the...
Find Synergy with von Memerty
LET’S DANCE: Ian von Memerty, ‘the king of versatility’ is joined by his wife Vivienne, ‘the queen of dance’, as they explore some of...
What’s on the GO – 13 July
Today
● Are you ready to join our motivated group? The University of the Third Age (U3A) caters to people of a so called ‘mature...
German Shepherds on show at nationals
THE National IPO Championships took place in East London over the weekend , showcasing the top German Shepherd dogs in IPO Sport from all...
Music veteran Ray Phiri has died
According to reports by the SABC music veteran Ray Phiri has died after a battle with lung cancer.
The star was recently admitted to a...
Chi Mhende steps out of transgender role
Actress Chi Mhende‚ who stole the spotlight as a woman playing a boy who became a transgender woman on Generations: The Legacy is preparing for a...
Controversy over pleas to help Ray Phiri with cancer battle
A crowd-funding initiative to support veteran musician Ray Phiri has turned sour after the Stimela hitmaker’s family pulled the plug on attempts to raise...
Property: spotlight on Bathurst
Residents say that the Eastern Cape town of Bathurst is so much more than just the home of the world’s largest artificial pineapple.
The Pineapple...
Cute SA kid gives Alicia Keys ‘a run for her money’...
US megastar Alicia Keys has been bowled over by a four-year-old South African girl’s rendition of her track In Common‚ which has gone viral.
Tirivashe...
Buttery magic for EL
AFTER a highly successful four-week tour in Thailand, Guy Buttery returns to South Africa with a string of concerts, including one at The Arts...
Tribal Cats all revved up for Kei rally
THE Tribal Cats biking club will be holding their first mini rally over the weekend at the Bush Pig in Kei Mouth.
Started by Louis...
Jaziel Brothers all set for The Venue gig
MULTI award-winning duo Jaziel Brothers will grace the East London stage this Saturday with their most loved songs, performing at The Venue at Hemingways.
They...
DJ Bongz leaves Mabala Noise
One of the original founders of Mabala Noise‚ DJ Bongz has announced that he has left the stable‚ which he has co-owned with politician...
Zizo Beda bags prime time radio slot
A “consistent” decline in listeners has led to major reshuffling at uMhlobo Wenene FM’s afternoon drive show.
Umhlobo Wenene FM’s Zizo Tshwete says she is...
Jaziel Brothers to entertain EL fans
Platinum-selling duo the Jaziel Brothers kicks off their national tour at The Venue@Hemingways, East London, this weekend.
Brothers Luthando and Ntobeko Ngcizela made their debut...
Searing and profound works
Performance artists put their bodies on the line to express deep, complex issues, often about wounds. On stage, this can be wounding for both...
A roaring success
BSCA’s annual 1660 Challenge a stunner with massive 22-car field
THE Border Stock Car Association’s (BSCA) annual 1660 Challenge took place on June 17 at...
Reel in big prizes at second Rock n Surf
Cast a line at Rock n Surf
THIS Saturday, the Border Blacktips RASSPL (Rock and Surf Super Pro League) team will be hosting their second...
Paying it forward: Vicky’s birthday bash a success.
LAST week the Dynamic Body Studio-owner and Pilates instructor, Vicky Luff, held a show in honour of her birthday.
The show was aimed at raising...
Prepare to exercise funny bone: Curtains all set to rise tomorrow...
The City of Saints is being draped in red, white and blue as it prepares to usher in thousands of people for the biggest...
Kwesta is launching a kiddies singing competition
Not content with taking over award ceremonies and radio playlists, Kwesta is set to step into the world of talent scouting with a brand new music...
Moving Selborne play of Soweto uprisings at NAF
SELBORNE College’s play Tableaux in Red: Oil on Canvas, 1976 from writer and director, Jo Stemmet, will be performed at this year’s National Arts...
Digital project to sell finest artwork in US
A former East Londoner with an inspiring inclination to promote high-end, handcrafted, beautiful wares that tell an African story, is on the lookout for...
The fast and furious
Fine display of riding skills at club champs
THE fourth round of the Border Motocross Club Championship was held on Sunday at the Gonubie track.
A...
Rugby mania
A recent fundraiser held in aid of Hudson Park Rugby saw former Springbok Sevens player Dale Heidtmann, Paul Ristow and Victor Matfield share a...
Music for a cause
The East London Classical Players present their quarterly music concert on Saturday at Stirling Presbyterian Church at 3pm. Among the works to be performed,...
Time for Morgan Bay Fest
THE 2017 Morgan Bay Footprints Festival promises to bring popular entertainment and a wide variety of craft and market stalls to the cosy coastal...
Set for Best Kids Day Out Ever
ONCE upon a time in the enchanted forest, a magical event had been planned and children from across the land were invited to dress...
Vicky Luff’s big birthday bash
THE DYNAMIC Body Studio-owner and Pilates instructor, Vicky Luff, will once again be using her birthday to celebrate generosity, love and giving.
In previous years,...
Entries open for the 17th Lilyfontein Adventure Race
ENTRIES for the 17th Lilyfontein Adventure Race have officially opened, inviting all adventurers to take part in this multi-disciplinary event.
The race is scheduled to...
Music and dance as Mayor’s Cup wraps up in style
It was all song and dance at the close of the Buffalo City Mayor’s Cup on Friday with local and national music acts giving...
What’s On – 15 June
Today
●U3A (University of the Third Age) will have Melonie Gobel as the guest speaker at St Andrews Croquet Club at 9.30am. Gobel will talk...
ELfest shows off school art works
CELEBTATING the Arts, the 16th ELfest is under-way, showing of some of East London's schools' best talent
The festival comprises of two sections, namely Drama...
One-woman cabaret treat
THE Dramatic Society of East London present the cabaret titled “Woman,n (wʊmən)” at the Alexander Playhouse today and tomorrow and the proceeds will go...
Tribute to Khoi rebel Stuurman
One of the Eastern Cape’s colonial struggle heroes will be honoured in two different events in the province this week.
Former Khoi chief and colonial...
Gospel star Dr.Tumi wants to fill up The Dome
Fresh on the heels of announcing he had signed a deal with Universal Music‚ gospel star Dr.Tumi has said he wants to fill up...
What’s on – 8 June
Today (Thursday)
●U3A (University of the Third Age) will have Paul Hurst as the guest speaker at St Andrews Croquet Club at 9.30am. Hurst, a...
Fun and very French affair
THE Alliance Francaise of East London will be hosting the third annual Tour de Force on Sunday at 3 Silos and promises to be...
In the paper tomorrow
POPULAR South African comedian Sifiso Nene is bringing his first time one man show to The Venue at Hemingways on Friday.
Siya’s Eclipse: beautiful modern sounds by local percussionist
Siyabulela Sifatyi's Eclipse was performed at the George Randell Primary School hall last week Friday. Sifatyi gave a poetic and dramatic performance and together...
Deaf singer inspires
Some inspiration for everyone facing hardships. Mandy Harvey is proof that you should never give up on your dream.
Big support for Matthew Mole magic
The C-Club in Chintsa was the place to be this weekend when South African Music Awards-nominated musician Matthew Mole performed to a crowd of...
Royal taste of India a treat
ROYAL Bombay Express in Stirling is not only royal by name but after tasting their food, you will feel like you’ve been treated to...
What’s On – 1 June
Today
●Put on your dancing shoes to waltz, two-step and line dance tonight away with Alwyn’s Band at the East London Bowling Club from 8pm....
What’s On – May 25 2017
Today (Thursday, May 25)
●Put on your dancing shoes to waltz, two-step and line dance the night away with Ivan’s Band at the East London...
All set for the Airfest spectacular
IT’S all systems go as the third annual Airfest kicks off at Wings Park on Saturday.
This will be the first time the Silver Falcons...
