Joyful reading to aid literacy
To encourage reading among children, East London libraries have started a Joyful Reading programme which will introduce the culture of reading through fun-filled activities.
Singer...
SAPS issue warning on unconfirmed abduction posts on social media
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has issued a warning to the public about recent posts on various social media platforms which have depicted...
From rogue, rebel to penning story of down rebirth
East London-born author, Sivu Matyila has written another book, I Was Born the Day My Father Died, which will be launched on September 29...
Looking back (15)
East London Orient Beach circa 1915. Isn’t this card incredible? The children pool, so busy and fun. The Victorian era was such a ‘pretty’...
Looking back (14)
This amazing postcard, dated 28-06-1902 shows the ultimate evidence of the importance of East London and the harbour, in its peak years. What is...
Newsworthy achievement
East London’s Wandiswa Ntengento is reaping the fruits of her labour as she flourishes in Johannesburg as a senior producer for an international media...
Career expo aims to help rural pupils
Hundreds of high school pupils and members of the community attended the Dimbaza Youth Career Expo held at the Moses Twebe Great Hall in...
Talented musical cast promises laughs aplenty
East London audiences can expect a lot of laughs as four local artists tackle everyday relationship problems in the musical I Love You, You're...
Wild coast vets care for pets
In a tranquil location surrounded by the sea, farmland and coastal bush, lies Wild Coast Vet founded by Drs Roger Davies and Michaela Randall...
Happy International Literacy Day
The GO! & Express wishes all its readers a happy International Literacy Day
"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body." -...
SABC wants to hike fees to ease financial crisis
Still reeling from the financial consequences of “well-documented governance failures”‚ the SABC wants to hike TV licence fees and penalties for non-paying viewers.
Board chairman...
Bodybuilder to flex it for SA
King William's Town veteran bodybuilder, Shane Kreusch has earned himself the honour of representing South Africa at the PCA World Championships, which will be...
EL hosts top squash Masters
EAST London will be hosting the four-day South African Squash Masters Championships, starting today and running until Tuesday.
Approximately 90 teams from all over SA...
Bhisho massacre commemorated today
September 7, 1992, marks the anniversary of the Bhisho Massacre where 28 protesters were killed and over 200 injured by soldiers serving the apartheid...
Butcher excels with boerewors
MARKUM Lewis, 46, who came in fifth at the annual Shoprite & Checkers Championship Boerewors Competition, says his journey is just beginning.
To win the...
TRAFFIC | Rain continues to cause havoc on EC roads
The Eastern Cape department of transport, safety and liaison has advised motorists to exercise due care on the roads following the adverse weather conditions...
MISSING 11 YEAR OLD FOUND DEAD
EC: East London Cluster 2018-09-06:
An inquest docket has been opened for investigation at Buffalo Flats police station following the tragic death of an 11-year-old...
Musical journey Enjoy free concert
The East London Cantata Choir will be taking their audience on a musical journey when they perform at the St John’s Anglican Church on...
KID hosts child safety initiative
The Kids In Distress (KID) initiative is trying to increase awareness of child safety after the recent spate of attempted child abductions in East...
MEC launches Heritage Month
Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts & and Culture (Dsrac) MEC Bulelwa Tunyiswa launched Heritage Month under the theme, 'The Year of Nelson Rholihlahla Mandela:...
Ryan Meyers has been found
Ryan Meyers, who was reported missing yesterday, was found this morning by
a police officer who was going off duty from his night shift.
This followed an...
Urgent appeal for community assistance
The East London police have issued an urgent appeal for public assistance after a 34-year-old man with Down Syndrome, who was a passenger in...
FASfacts urges women to avoid alcohol while pregnant
IN the efforts to promote responsible drinking during pregnancy, the Eastern Cape Liquor Board together with FASfacts, Distell and Rhodes University commemorated the International...
Good EC rains to bring drought relief
Eastern Cape residents can expect the best of two worlds from the weather this week – it will rain during the work days and...
Nearly 3‚000 unqualified teachers in the Eastern Cape
Almost 3‚000 teachers in the Eastern Cape are teaching subjects for which they are not qualified‚ with Nelson Mandela Bay schools hosting more than...
Life Esidimeni closure puts hundreds of patients at risk
Seven hundred mental patients in the Eastern Cape are at risk‚ with the Life Esidimeni facility in Kirkwood facing closure after its contract was...
Home’s kids enjoy treat
Mdantsane-based Masizakhe Children’s Home was filled with joy on Wednesday last week when the youngsters were treated with meals from Fish & Chips Co...
CHOC’s gold ribbon for cancer
In highlighting Children’s Cancer Awareness Month, CHOC staff and volunteers will be hosting talks at churches and schools across East London and the Eastern...
Foundation’s sanitary towel drive to pupils
BUFFALO FLATS resident, Dinika Rooy, 29, has established a foundation to make sure a young girl’s education career is not affected by the onset...
WSU artist masters in US
Walter Sisulu University (WSU) alumnus and internationally acclaimed ceramic artist Simphiwe Mbunyuza, 29, has been granted a full scholarship to complete his master’s degree...
Focus on childhood cancer awareness
Education on childhood cancer was the order of the day at the annual Eyabantwana Visiting Lecture by Professor Robert Carachi held at the East...
March against abuse
Female staff members of the Amathole and Buffalo City education department marched to the East London City Hall to raise awareness on issues facing...
Be a friend to deaf children in need
September is Deaf Awareness Month and the Carel du Toit Centre will be celebrating by raising awareness within their community.
Centre administrator of the Centre,...
Young stars steal show
A packed auditorium at Stirling High School was wowed by the musical talent of pupils showcasing The Wizards of Broadway on Friday night.
The play...
Spring breakfast to benefit EL SPCA
East London SPCA will host a fundraising event, the EL SPCA Ladies Spring Breakfast, at The Venue in Hemingways Mall tomorrow.
SPCA fundraiser, Margaret Pautz...
Bangani promotes his music at the awards
TO celebrate the 19th annual Female Entrepreneur Awards, afro-soul singer Ntando Bangani wowed the crowd with his soulful tunes in the award ceremony hosted...
She Summit to empower
For the first time, the She Summit will be coming to East London on Saturday at the City Hall, hosted by BlackReign correct Communications.
Event...
Five dead birds found entangled in net
What was supposed to be a relaxing run on the Nahoon Beach in East London turned into a sad discovery for Liam Victor on...
EL schools, parents on high alert after abduction scare
The East London community has been left reeling following allegations of attempted child abductions last week. On Thursday, the SAPS issued a warning to...
Lecture focuses on childhood cancer awareness
Education on childhood cancer was the order of the day at the Aannual Eyabantwana Visiting Lecture by Professor Robert Carachi held at the East...
Arcadia becoming a dumpsite
Illegal dumping in Arcadia is drawing the ire of Buffalo City residents.
Howard Sheard, director of Coastal Hire, said illegal dumpsites had been piling up...
GALLERY: Ubuntu Society holds cultural evening at Stirling
The Ubuntu Society held a very successful evening which includes dance, drama, music, fashion and food at Stirling High School on Wednesday Pictures: SUPPLIED.
Mom’s 6,772km journey
Resilience, determination and energy come in the form of extreme athlete Kim van Kets, who completed a trek around the South African border.
This inspirational...
Spreading warm rays of hope
Rising Sun Foundation held its first motivational seminar at Vulamzibuko Secondary School in Mdantsane on Wednesday.
Rising Sun chairperson, Loren Flanagan said the main purpose...
CEO backs tech drive for students
Acer Africa held a workshop at Selborne Primary School on Thursday to highlight the importance of technology in the classroom.
The event formed part of...
Pupils help paediatric patients at Frere Hospital
The East London Port Rex Lions came together with grade 6 pupils from Stirling Primary School to donate toys, beanies and toiletries to the...
Soup Challengers turn up the heat
Kei Mouth Country Club hosted Morgan Bay at their Annual Soup Challenge on Thursday, which saw competitors cooking up their various recipes in the...
Cambridge Primary denies kidnapping attempt happened on school grounds
CAMBRIDGE Primary School has distanced itself from claims circulating on social media that recent kidnapping attempts of children happened in their school.
This follows after...
SAPS issue warning to parents after attempted kidnappings
The East London branch of the SAPS has issued a warning to community members to be vigilant regarding their children's whereabouts at all times....
Penny Heyns salutes Clarendon milestone
Clarendon High School celebrated its 115th anniversary during the Founder's Day celebrations held at the school on Friday, with special guest Penny Heyns in...
