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Almost 19 months after Vanessa van Rensburg was murdered, her boyfriend, businessman Rob Evans, finally stood trial in the Gqeberha high court on Tuesday
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Evans kept changing story on how Vanessa died — neighbour

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The home where DA ward councillor candidate Kayzel Forbes lives was petrol-bombed in Levyvale, Kariega, on Monday night. Her father, Johnny van Niekerk, who owns the property, stands in the bedroom where the fire started
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DA candidate’s daughter injured in petrol bomb attack

Political tensions in Nelson Mandela Bay escalated sharply after a petrol bomb attack on the home of DA councillor candidate…

  • Nomazima Nkosi
Natasja Slabbert appears in the Gqeberha commercial crimes court

Ex-Isuzu administrator found guilty of siphoning off R10.5m over six years

A former payroll administrator at Isuzu Motors SA, Natasja Slabbert, has been convicted of fraud after unlawfully diverting more…

  • Simtembile Mgidi
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First day of voting hits a few snags

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St Albans prison hit by power outage amid ongoing water crisis

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Donkeys saved from 'slaughter' in urgent rescue operation

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SPECIAL REPORT: Gqeberha school takes steps to handle major cyberattack

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The Mandela Bay Development Agency building in Central

Mandela Bay Film Festival aims to open doors for aspiring talent

The Eastern Cape's film industry will take centre stage at a three-day festival aimed at opening doors for aspiring filmmakers, connecting local…

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Murder accused Rob Evans is to appear in the Gqeberha high court on Tuesday for the start of his trial
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Gqeberha businessman Rob Evans set to stand trial on Tuesday

Almost 19 months after Gqeberha mother Vanessa van Rensburg was murdered, her boyfriend, businessman Rob Evans, is due to finally stand trial in the…

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SA police mounted units at the 39th EP Biathlon Interprovincial
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EP biathlon partners with police to empower young athletes

More than 200 athletes competed in the 39th EP Biathlon Interprovincial in Gqeberha, where a partnership with the police is expanding sporting…

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A 375 calibre Holland & Holland Magnum rifle with a silencer and live rounds of ammunition were among items recovered by the police
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Two arrested after rhino cow and calf killed at Eastern Cape reserve

Two suspects have been arrested following the brutal killing of a rhino and her calf at a private game reserve in Komani in the Eastern Cape. A…

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A short queue at Gonubie Pets Haven voting station.
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Nearly 5,000 voting stations ready to rock

The IEC confirms that all 4,979 voting stations in the Eastern Cape are ready for the local government elections following minor special voting…

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TICKET GIVEAWAY: 'Angels in Africa' to soar across Gqeberha stage

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From 'toddler' to top tier: Cavalli Estate proves it's no longer just a luxury destination

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The usual time for Hippeastrum (amaryllis) to flower is in October and November. However, you can trick them into flowering around December 25 if you plant them on November 13. (ie six weeks till Christmas day, or today, October 30, which will be eight weeks before Christmas). Picture: SUPPLIED
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IN THE GARDEN | A bloom in time for Christmas

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There's no pairing like KFC and champagne
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SANY trucks facility hosted an event at their Johannesburg operation on October 20 to introduce 67 new Serco dry-freight bodies mounted on SANY electric trucks

Special bodies help make electric truck transport a success

Cavalli Unoaked Chenin Blanc with West Coast fish taco.
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From 'toddler' to top tier: Cavalli Estate proves it's no longer just a luxury destination

  • Sam Venter
De Doornkraal is old and charming, set on the quiet neat street
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There’s a sleeping beauty on the Garden Route

  • Elaine King
Guests enjoying the second annual Bubbly in the Bay festival at The Quays Waterfront in St Francis Bay on Saturday, where 32 producers showcased SA's finest Méthode Cap Classique and sparkling wines
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Sold-out Bubbly in the Bay Festival celebrates SA’s finest sparkling wines

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Buckland brings acclaimed tech-age satire to Gqeberha

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Your vote is your voice. Use it to elect leaders who can get basics right

Frustrated by poor service delivery and political instability, Nelson Mandela Bay residents have a vital opportunity to demand accountability and…

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Proteas show Test cricket not ready to die in SA just yet

The compelling Test series between the Proteas and Australia provided evidence that it would be foolish and premature to write an obituary about the…

ByNeville Goldman

Two ballots. Two questions. One city

This election should involve voters asking harder questions of everyone seeking public office and the political parties. Who are they sending into…

ByLance Grootboom

Nelson Mandela Bay in ruins but together we can rebuild

Facing mounting debt, deteriorating infrastructure, and critical service delivery failures, Nelson Mandela Bay approaches a pivotal election as ACDP…

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Poor school conditions push pupils towards gangs, crime

A criminologist warns that neglected school infrastructure and unsafe grounds at Gamble Street mirror conditions that drive pupils toward gangs in…

ByGarth Sampson

Finding ways to beat the summer heat

2026 has so far yielded an average temperature of just short of one degree higher than normal in Gqeberha. Higher minimum temperatures of over one…

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Poor school conditions push pupils towards gangs, crime

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Introduce stories about Africans into SA schools

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Free AI courses useful but postgrad supervisors need proper training

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Highbury's Ngero Katua in action. The midfielder feels he has progressed well since joining the club but is still striving to improve
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Highbury midfielder Katua backs club unity in push for automatic promotion

Highbury FC midfielder Ngero Katua says team unity and belief will be crucial as the club…

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Lock Salmaan Moerat (with sweatband) is the only player in the group who will make his first appearance this season in the green and gold jersey on Saturday
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Boks dare not underestimate struggling Italy — Rassie

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus warns South Africa cannot afford to underestimate Italy ahead…

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Chippa United player Obakhe Tshaya says he aims to make sure that when he gets an opportunity to play for the team, he is ready
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Mthatha's Tshaya eyes breakthrough at Chippa after leap to top flight

Chippa United midfielder Obakhe Tshaya discusses making the leap from the ABC Motsepe League…

  • Vuyokazi Nkanjeni
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is delighted with his team's 2-1 Test series victory over Australia at Newlands
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Triumphant Proteas can improve further, says Conrad

After leading South Africa to a historic 2-1 Test series turnaround against Australia, coach…

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New Zealand’s injured Rachin Ravindra makes his way to the batting nets during a training session at the Basin Reserve in Wellington on October 26, 2026
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Ravindra and Chapman to miss India ODIs, Seifert called up

New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman have been ruled out of the upcoming five-match…

Damian Willemse in action during the second Test match between SA and New Zealand at the DHL Stadium on August 29 in Cape Town
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Boks name seasoned team to tame Italy in Turin

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has selected an experienced 23-man squad to face Italy in…

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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso speaks after the Carling Knockout Cup game against Marumo Gallants at the weekend
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Sundowns looking to blunt Arrows in Carling Knockout

Mamelodi Sundowns turn their focus to domestic glory as they take on Golden Arrows in a…

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Tony de Zorzi returns to the Proteas cricket squad for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh
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De Zorzi returns, Hamza included for Bangladesh Tests

South Africa has announced a 15-man Test squad to face Bangladesh, with Tony de Zorzi and…

Marco Jansen, the ICC's No 1-ranked Test bowler and all-rounder, says SA have become better at adapting to pressure
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Jansen keeps his feet on the ground

Despite climbing to the top of the ICC Test rankings as the world's No 1 bowler and…

Highbury's Mervin Boji came off the bench to score twice, helping his side to victory in their soccer match against Leicesterford City on Sunday

Super sub Boji seals comeback win for Highbury

Highbury soccer coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi was pleased with his side's fighting spirit after…

  • Vuyokazi Nkanjeni