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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
CRIME
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Evans kept changing story on how Vanessa died — neighbour

  • Msindisi Fengu
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

Lobishe hopes ANC vote will attract investment and jobs to Bay

  • Simtembile Mgidi

Missionvale residents brave sewage stench to cast votes for change

  • Simtembile Mgidi

Nelson Mandela Bay man sentenced to life imprisonment for Motherwell rape and kidnapping

  • Herald Reporter

West Ham eye Parker move after sacking Nuno

Blues’ Ofa Tu'ungafasi comes onto the field for his 150th game during to round one of the Super Rugby Pacific match between the Blues and Chiefs at Eden Park in Auckland on February 15, 2025.
RUGBY

All Black prop Tu'ungafasi joins Clermont as injury cover

All Blacks prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi has signed a three-month deal with French Top 14 club Clermont as injury cover to bolster their front row.

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FISHERIES
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Sardine fishing halted, pending scientific survey after mass die-off

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has halted sardine fishing while reviewing new management measures following a massive…

  • Mandilakhe Kwababana
Bayern Munich's German midfielder Lennart Karl (R) vies with Atletico Madrid's Spanish defender 24 Robin Le Normand before scoring the opening goal during the UEFA Champions League first round day 4 football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Bayern Munich at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on November 3, 2026.
FOOTBALL

Bayern skeleton crew sink Atletico in Champions League

Despite a wave of injuries and the absence of head coach Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich secured an impressive 2-0 Champions League away victory over…

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Barcelona's Spanish midfielder Fermin Lopez fights for the ball with Aston Villa's Spanish defenderPau Torres during the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 4 football match between FC Barcelona and Aston Villa at Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona on November 3, 2026.
FOOTBALL

Raphinha, Yamal power Barca to Champions League win over Villa

A brace from Raphinha and a record-breaking strike by Lamine Yamal earned Barcelona a convincing 3-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Champions League.

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Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel died November 3, 2026 as a result of injuries he suffered in a sickening collision with FC Andorra's goalkeeper in a Spanish second division match.
FOOTBALL

Spanish footballer De Miguel dies after collision with keeper

Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel has died at the age of 30 following a severe collision with FC Andorra's goalkeeper during a Spanish…

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

  • Beth Cooper Howell
Founder of the first black-established and owned art gallery in Eastern Cape history, Usen Obot, is relaunching Galerie Noko at its striking new home in Main Road, Walmer
VISUAL ART

Resurrection and resonance: Setting the stage for Galerie Noko's bold new chapter in Gqeberha

  • Usen Obot
ARTS AND CULTURE
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Acclaimed guest musicians join dancers on tour with WGRUV Dance Company

  • Herald Reporter
HOSPITALITY

YOUR FUTURE IS EXPERIENCE | Launch your hospitality career with practical skills and industry-ready qualifications

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

  • Faith Mtwana

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

  • Sam Venter
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

  • Julia Smith
There's no pairing like KFC and champagne
FOOD AND DRINK
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Find of the week

  • Sam Venter
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
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ByDenise Van Huyssteen

Rebuilding Nelson Mandela Bay starts today

The local government elections offer a critical opportunity to restore service delivery and financial stability in Nelson Mandela Bay through a…

Opinion

Our health is our wealth

A passionate call for South Africans to embrace balanced nutrition and regular exercise, reminding us that health truly is wealth.

ByThe Herald
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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…

Opinion

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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HEALTH

Our health is our wealth

EDUCATION
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Poor school conditions push pupils towards gangs, crime

EDUCATION

Introduce stories about Africans into SA schools

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West Ham sacked manager Nuno Espirito Santo
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West Ham eye Parker move after sacking Nuno

West Ham United are in talks to appoint former midfielder Scott Parker as their new manager…

Blues’ Ofa Tu'ungafasi comes onto the field for his 150th game during to round one of the Super Rugby Pacific match between the Blues and Chiefs at Eden Park in Auckland on February 15, 2025.
RUGBY

All Black prop Tu'ungafasi joins Clermont as injury cover

All Blacks prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi has signed a three-month deal with French Top 14 club…

  • AFP
Bayern Munich's German midfielder Lennart Karl (R) vies with Atletico Madrid's Spanish defender 24 Robin Le Normand before scoring the opening goal during the UEFA Champions League first round day 4 football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Bayern Munich at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on November 3, 2026.
FOOTBALL

Bayern skeleton crew sink Atletico in Champions League

Despite a wave of injuries and the absence of head coach Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich…

  • AFP
Barcelona's Spanish midfielder Fermin Lopez fights for the ball with Aston Villa's Spanish defenderPau Torres during the UEFA Champions League 1st round day 4 football match between FC Barcelona and Aston Villa at Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona on November 3, 2026.
FOOTBALL

Raphinha, Yamal power Barca to Champions League win over Villa

A brace from Raphinha and a record-breaking strike by Lamine Yamal earned Barcelona a…

  • AFP
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel died November 3, 2026 as a result of injuries he suffered in a sickening collision with FC Andorra's goalkeeper in a Spanish second division match.
FOOTBALL

Spanish footballer De Miguel dies after collision with keeper

Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel has died at the age of 30 following a severe collision with…

  • AFP
Coach Martin Demichelis will lead RB Leipzig against former club Manchester City
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Demichelis brings 'competitive aura' to Leipzig before Man City reunion

RB Leipzig coach Martin Demichelis prepares to face his former club Manchester City in the…

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The Dafabet Warriors aim to continue their winning momentum when they host Dafabet Boland in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup in Gqeberha on Thursday
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Warriors target Boland to strengthen final push

The Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers urges his team to focus on the basics and…

  • Amir Chetty
Resilience has become part of the Proteas' identity, according to skipper Temba Bavuma
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Bavuma touts Proteas' recovery strength

Captain Temba Bavuma credits South Africa's resilience and mental toughness under pressure as…

  • Amir Chetty
Former boxer Ayanda Barnabas has died.
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Barnabas death highlights struggles of retired fighters

The plight of retired South African fighters has once again come under intense scrutiny…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates winning the world championship title at the end of the Mexico City Formula One Grand Prix at the Hermanos Rodriguez racetrack on Sunday
FORMULA ONE

Fast and funny, Antonelli becomes Formula One's youngest king

Mercedes prodigy Kimi Antonelli has shattered the record books to become the youngest…

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