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Police barracks or crime scene?

  • Geoff Hookins
Wilderness Foundation Africa CEO Dr Andrew Muir makes a point at the Water, Climate, and the Future of African Trade event at Nelson Mandela University. Next to him is fellow panelist SA International Maritime Institute research director Dr Nomtha Hadi and Samantha Dunlop of EC Exporters, which organised the event
CLIMATE CHANGE
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Climate change, outdated infrastructure threaten Bay’s trade competitiveness

Experts at Nelson Mandela University warn that worsening climate impacts, crumbling infrastructure, and port bottlenecks…

  • Guy Rogers
Nelson Mandela Bay councillor Lawrence Troon has revealed his mayoral manifesto
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GOOD Party's Lawrence Troon unveils ambitious turnaround manifesto for Nelson Mandela Bay

GOOD party councillor Lawrence Troon has unveiled an ambitious mayoral manifesto for Nelson Mandela Bay, pledging to open…

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Cuba-trained doctors can't find jobs in Eastern Cape

EC entrepreneur introduces 'anti-spiking' measure to nightclubs

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Whale calf with strange gape spotted in Algoa Bay

  • Guy Rogers

Brand-new digital platform positions The Herald for the future

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In the dock in the Knysna magistrate's court on Monday are, from left, municipal manager Manqoba Ngubo, CFO Busisiwe Lubelwana and former mayor Thando Matika. Picture: SIPHOKAZI MNYOBE
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Former Knysna mayor, senior officials to remain behind bars

Former Knysna mayor Thando Matika and two senior municipal officials will remain in custody pending a bail hearing after being charged with…

  • Siphokazi Mnyobe

The Herald enters a new digital chapter with new website and subscription platform

The Herald is entering an exciting new chapter with the launch of a brand new website and subscription platform, bringing readers a refreshed…

Proteas top-order batter David Bedingham is one of the candidates for the number three position
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Prince reluctant to reveal cards too early

Batting coach Ashwell Prince reveals South Africa have a 'very good idea' who will bat at No. 3 as the Proteas finalize their lineup ahead of the…

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Eastern Cape Iinyathi vice-captain Nathan Roux during a training session at Buffalo Park. Iinyathi are playing the Dolphins in the Pro20 Cup in KuGompo City on Friday.
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Badgers defeat was 'just a blip' as Iinyathi aim for historic Dolphins upset

Eastern Cape Iinyathi vice-captain Nathan Roux calls their recent loss 'just a blip' as the team gears up for a crucial Pro20 clash against the…

  • Anathi Wulushe
The death of Zolani Tete has led to Azinga Fuzile leaving to train in Johannesburg under Phumzile Matyhila and Colin Nathan.
BOXING

Bosses deny Tete gymnasium closure amid Fuzile's departure

Management of the late former world champion Zolani Tete's boxing club has dismissed claims of permanent closure, clarifying future plans as star…

  • Mesuli Zifo
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Life's too short to keep putting good things on hold

  • Beth Cooper Howell
As part of our Cinema-to-Table series, we’re diving beneath the waves for our next The Herald Cooking Masterclass, inspired by the much-loved movie 'Finding Nemo'. This ocean-inspired experience will bring comfort food to the table, featuring a delicious seafood chowder. Enjoying themselves at the previous Herald Cooking Masterclass are, from left, Mark Paddock, Heather Fox and Andrew Fox. Limited tickets are available — don’t miss out!

Finding your inner chef with The Herald Cooking Masterclass

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A tale of royal intrigue, betrayal and courage will be retold through ballet, contemporary dance, spoken word and digital imagery when the Christian Dance Academy brings its latest production to the Guild Theatre this weekend. Picture: SUPPLIED
ENTERTAINMENT

Eastern Cape Gig Guide: Top events and festivals from October 2 to 10

  • Siphosethu Ngcangisa
The Little Timbers garden in Hogsback.
GARDENING

Hogsback Open Gardens: Mountain village prepares to showcase 11 spectacular properties

  • Barbara Hollands
Plateau Country House in Nature’s Valley.

ON THE GARDEN ROUTE | Get back to nature in idyllic coastal setting

  • Elaine King

A Stellenbosch Classic at The Tank Room — From Stellenbosch to the Southern Coast

Terres Travel Festival co-ordinator Laia Fava Dols announces the Terres de l’Embre Award for 'SPOILED'
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Film exposes risks of offshore gas drilling near SA coast

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Singer Nadine is always up for an adventure, whether in her music career or jumping out of a plane

Skydiving and sold-out shows: Nádine shares her journey

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The Automobile Association of South Africa CEO Bobby Ramagwede has spoken about the benefits of an armed response service for women

AA launches app to boost women's safety

  • Tremaine van Aardt
Pre-owned Chery Tiggo 4 Pro sales have achieved significant growth in first three months of 2026.

Chinese vehicle sales surge 72%

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Proteas top-order batter David Bedingham is one of the candidates for the number three position
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Prince reluctant to reveal cards too early

Batting coach Ashwell Prince reveals South Africa have a 'very good idea' who will bat at No.…

  • Amir Chetty
Gardens flyhalf Naylan Goede kicks the ball despite being challenged by a Saldanha player during a second-round Gold Cup match played in Kariega on Saturday
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Crack Durban outfit College Rovers next up for Gardens

Kariega's Gardens Rugby Club prepare for a massive Pick n Pay Gold Cup quarterfinal showdown…

  • George Byron
Marques Ackerman is in contention for a maiden Test appearance for the Proteas against Australia in Durban on Friday
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Conrad connection comes full circle for Marques Ackerman

After years of working through South Africa's domestic pipeline and delivering prolific…

  • Amir Chetty
New signing Luan Giliomee is unlikely to make his debut for the Bulls against the Lions in a United Rugby Championship match at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday
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Bumbling Bulls must improve handling skills, says Ackermann

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has lamented costly handling errors and poor decision-making…

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Eastern Cape Iinyathi vice-captain Nathan Roux during a training session at Buffalo Park. Iinyathi are playing the Dolphins in the Pro20 Cup in KuGompo City on Friday.
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Badgers defeat was 'just a blip' as Iinyathi aim for historic Dolphins upset

Eastern Cape Iinyathi vice-captain Nathan Roux calls their recent loss 'just a blip' as the…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Race winner Red Bull Racing's Dutch driver Max Verstappen celebrates following the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang on October 4, 2026
FORMULA ONE

Talking points from the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

Despite tropical downpours, software glitches, and tactical tyre gambles at Sepang, modern F1…

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Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is expected to line up for the Stormers when they face the Sharks in a United Rugby Championship clash in Cape Town on Saturday
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Bok stars will boost Stormers for Sharks clash, says Laker

The Stormers are set to welcome back key Springbok stars, including Damian Willemse and Sacha…

  • George Byron
The death of Zolani Tete has led to Azinga Fuzile leaving to train in Johannesburg under Phumzile Matyhila and Colin Nathan.
BOXING

Bosses deny Tete gymnasium closure amid Fuzile's departure

Management of the late former world champion Zolani Tete's boxing club has dismissed claims…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Sinovuyo Mthintelwa is flanked by trainer Thembani Gopheni and manager Khwezi Booi.
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Mthintelwa’s career nosedives as ordered rematch fizzles out

Sinovuyo Mthintelwa's quest to avenge his controversial loss to Siyamthanda Mbali has hit a…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Italy forward Pio Esposito celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the Uefa Nations League clash against Turkey at the Ataturk Sports Complex Matlı Stadium in Bursa on September 28, 2026.
FOOTBALL

Mancini satisfied as Esposito seals Italy win over Turkey in Nations League

Italy boosted their Nations League quarter-final hopes with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over…

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When ownership becomes neglect: The hidden driver of urban decay

Across South Africa, well-resourced owners are leaving prime urban properties to decay, fuelling crime, building hijackings, and transferring heavy…

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New Gqeberha rugby Institute can stem talent drain

The launch of the UXi Eastern Cape International Rugby Institute in Gqeberha aims to halt the talent drain of top schoolboy rugby stars moving to…

Opinion

Bay set to benefit from World Cup Cricket match extravaganza

St George's Park will host five matches during the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, bringing an estimated R1.9bn economic boost and thousands of…

ByCindy August

In memory of Prof Adele Leah (Barry) Moodly

A touching tribute to Professor Adele Moodly, the pioneering academic and first black woman Registrar in Rhodes University's history, celebrating…

Opinion

Newton Park Post Office: A symbol of neglect

The deteriorating condition of the Newton Park post office has become a stark symbol of public infrastructure neglect in Nelson Mandela Bay,…

ByOscar Mabuyane
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The heritage we leave must be a safer Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane writes on why true heritage requires safer communities, accountable governance, and the decisive…

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HIGHER EDUCATION

In memory of Prof Adele Leah (Barry) Moodly

  • Cindy August
SERVICE DELIVERY

Newton Park Post Office: A symbol of neglect

OPINION

Silence allows abuse of power to thrive