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Gqeberha businessman Rob Evans is on trial for the murder of his girlfriend, 36-year-old Vanessa van Rensburg. He has pleaded not guilty
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Chilling emergency calls played during Evans' murder trial

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The SACP's Mbuyiselo Ngwenda district (Nelson Mandela Bay) secretary, Thobile Ntola
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SACP in Bay prepared to partner with pro-working class parties with ethical leaders

The SACP has left the door open for coalition talks in Nelson Mandela Bay, but says any partnership must be rooted in ethical…

  • Nomazima Nkosi
A police investigator examines the scene of the deadly shootout on the N2 offramp on Monday morning
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Uncovering more details of the shootout drama on the N2

Five suspects were killed in a hail of bullets during a shootout with police on the N2 off-ramp near Kempston Road on Monday…

  • Geoff Hookins
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Ballooning electricity bill puts 84 disabled people in limbo

  • Guy Rogers

'Mythopia' brings mythology to life through gravity-defying aerial theatre

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Mahjong makes for sharp minds, friendships and fun

  • Faith Mtwana
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Vanessa's murder crime scene may have tampered with, court hears

  • Msindisi Fengu
St Albans staff say uncollected waste in the residential village has sparked rat infestations and attracted dangerous snakes
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St Albans prison officials allege bullying by bosses

Officials at St Albans Correctional Services in Gqeberha allege that bullying, victimisation and abuse of authority by managers have left staff…

  • Simtembile Mgidi
Murder suspect Themba Maqutywa was arrested in Peddie on Friday. He made his first appearance in the Knysna Magistrate’s Court on Monday, under heavy police guard
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New arrest made in killing of ex-Knysna mayor Tsengwa

Two months after former Knysna mayor and ANC councillor Aubrey Tsengwa was shot dead in his vehicle, the Political Killings Task Team has arrested a…

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People try to comfort one another following the shooting of UDM councillor Luxolo Namette in NU9, Motherwell, on Saturday
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Slain UDM councillor faced death threats ahead of elections

Nelson Mandela Bay United Democratic Movement councillor Luxolo Namette has been gunned down outside a Motherwell barbershop, sparking deep shock…

  • Nomazima Nkosi
A large crowd gathered at the scene of the shooting of UDM councillor Luxolo Namette on Saturday near the NU9 SPAR
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Political leaders condemn murder of UDM councillor Luxolo Namette

The murder of UDM councillor Luxolo Namette has sparked widespread outrage across Nelson Mandela Bay, with political leaders and Salga calling for…

  • Nomazima Nkosi
The combined winners of the Eastern Cape Exporter of the Year 2026 Awards celebrated their successes of the past year at a glittering event hosted at the Tramways Building
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Bay's export heroes honoured at gala banquet

DC Foods took top honours at the 2026 Exporters Eastern Cape Exporter of the Year Gala Banquet, winning three major categories including the coveted…

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What makes us human?

You can find Stedin College in the leafy suburb of Walmer

Stedin College and Primary School: striving for excellence

'The Seeker Effect' by SA author Anne Schlebusch
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Uniquely South African take on post-apocalyptic survival story

  • Leon Muston

A New Beginning at St Dominic’s Priory School

The Boardwalk Hotel and Casino has officially unveiled a stylish, coastal-inspired makeover of its popular Bayside Pantry restaurant
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Boardwalk Hotel and Casino unveils revamped Bayside Pantry buffet

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Walmer School of Dance will present its multi-genre showcase "Fragments" at the Nelson Mandela Bay Theatre Complex on November 13 and 14
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The Swift led Suzuki Auto South Africa's sales with 2,344 units finding homes

Suzuki SA sets new monthly sales record

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Noncedo Gqutyana took ownership of her first car after winning the SPAR Women’s Challenge grand prize in a lucky draw
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Gqeberha hospitality intern wins brand new car in SPAR Women’s Challenge draw

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From classrooms to sporting fields, Muir College boys learn to support one another, represent their school with honour and carry the Muirite name with pride
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Muir College: Where tradition meets opportunity

  • Kellan Reed

When you have a right to complain without anyone trying to improve your attitude

  • Beth Cooper Howell
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ByMalaika Wa Azania
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Malema's hypocrisy knows no limits

As the EFF faces a major electoral decline, Julius Malema's condemnation of the ANC collaborating with the DA ignores his own past role in putting…

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Nations Championship could dilute World Cup rugby magic

The high-stakes Nations Championship promises elite clashes and a Twickenham finale, but fears grow that it could dilute the prestige of the 2027…

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Voter apathy undermines democracy

While reports of irregularities shadow the election count, the millions of registered South Africans who chose to stay away present an even greater…

ByWilliam Leleki
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A Biblical reflection on post-election community responsibility

An election provides leaders, but it does not fix a city on its own. Faith and civic unity must drive the restoration and accountability needed…

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Why do ballots still come with bullets, three decades into democracy?

Following an attack on a DA ward candidate in Kariega, Prof Theodore Petrus analyses why political violence remains deeply embedded in South African…

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Bay poll gains turn to tragedy for UDM

Securing three seats on the Nelson Mandela Bay council after the local government elections should have been a moment of victory for the UDM.…

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Voter apathy undermines democracy

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Why do ballots still come with bullets, three decades into democracy?

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The school uniform debate needs a repair question

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Chippa United owner Siviwe Mpengesi

Chippa United mull permanent Gqeberha exit after Chiefs clash

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Springbok scrumhalf Morne van Den Berg is tackled by Italian wing Paolo Odogwu during Saturday's Nations Championship clash in Turin
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Bullish Boks will force their game on Les Bleus, says Krappie

Springbok scrumhalf Morne 'Krappie' van den Berg warns France that South Africa will impose…

  • George Byron
Dafabet Warriors batsmen Sibonelo Makhanya, left, and Tristan Stubbs helped their team defeat Eastern Storm on Sunday
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Warriors focused on next test, says Stubbs

Defending champions Dafabet Warriors secured their place in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup semi-finals…

  • Amir Chetty
Flyhalf Sasha Feinberg-Mngomezulu goes on the attack for the Springboks during their Nations Championship rugby clash against Italy in Turin
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Krappie and Sacha will be running the show for Boks in Paris

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has opted for continuity, naming Morne van den Berg and Sacha…

  • George Byron
Iqraam Rayners in action for Mamelodi Sundowns during the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup match against USM Alger at Loftus Versfeld on Sunday.
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Komphela urges Sundowns to show character after CAF setbacks

Mamelodi Sundowns senior coach Steve Komphela has challenged his players to show character…

  • Anathi Wulushe
AmaZulu head coach Arthur Zwane was named coach of the month for September and October.

Zwane's league run earns recognition, but says Cup heartbreak exposes flaws

AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane has been crowned the Betway Premiership Coach of the Month…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Niel Herselman on his way to winning the Driver of the Day award
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Rain has final say at Victory Raceway

Rain brought a premature end to the Victory Raceway Dirt Oval Club Championship finals in…

  • Brendan Kelly
Australia’s Usman Khawaja walks off the ground after being dismissed on day five of the fifth Ashes cricket Test match against England at the SCG in Sydney on January 8
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Defiant Khawaja defends re-igniting ball-tampering scandal

Retired Australian batsman Usman Khawaja has defended claims that the entire squad was aware…

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England's Josh Tongue successfully appeals for the wicket of Pakistan's Abdullah Shafique on day two of the second Test match at Lord's cricket ground in Leeds, London, on August 28
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England's injured Tongue out of Australia white-ball tour

England fast bowler Josh Tongue will return to the UK for assessment after suffering a toe…

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Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu slices his way through Italy's defence during the Nations Championship clash at the Allianz Stadium in Turin on Saturday
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Forget Turin bloodbath and focus on France, warns Rassie

After burying a shell-shocked Italian outfit 66-7 in a lopsided Turin bloodbath, the…

  • George Byron