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Faith Mtwana

Faith Mtwana is a junior reporter at The Herald. She covers community news, human interest stories, and local events across Nelson Mandela Bay.

The Face of the Bay 2026 finalists are, from left,  Heather Mejanie, Simoné Apollis, Budronessa Lessing, director Candice Heynes, Abigail Erasmus and Brighetta Butler
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Face of the Bay grand finale to celebrate women making a difference

Face of the Bay will crown its 2026 brand ambassadors at a grand finale celebrating women's empowerment, entrepreneurship and community impact in Nelson Mandela Bay.

Afro-soul singer Maleh is set to perform at The One Room Music and Comedy Club in Gqeberha on November 20
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Award-winning Afro-soul singer Maleh brings soulful sounds to Gqeberha

Afro-soul singer Maleh is set to bring her soulful sounds to Gqeberha when she takes to the stage at The One Room Music and Comedy Club on November 20.

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

Boardwalk Hotel and Casino has unveiled a coastal-inspired transformation of its popular Bayside Pantry restaurant in Nelson Mandela Bay, offering an elevated buffet and live cooking stations.

Artemis Aerial Arts founder Tharene Windsor has spent 15 years introducing Gqeberha to different forms of aerial and alternative dance
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Aerial artist celebrates 15 years of helping women soar

Artemis Aerial Arts founder Tharene Windsor has spent 15 years using aerial dance to help people build confidence, embrace their bodies and improve their mental well-being through movement.

Bliss Hair & Skin Care is introducing South African skincare and haircare brand Silki Skincare to the Eastern Cape as part of its expansion into the beauty and wellness industry. At a launch celebration on Sunday are, from left, somatologist Danielle McGregor, owner Sonja Tifloen, beautician Bukelwa Kaise and somatologist Jamie-Lee Jantjies
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SA beauty brand launches in Gqeberha through partnership with local entrepreneur

South African brand Silki Skincare has officially arrived in Gqeberha via a partnership with entrepreneur Sonja Tifloen, introducing hi-tech skin analysis to local beauty salons.

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

WGRUV Dance Company dancers Ruan Galdino and Saili Gruver in Angels In Africa, a triple-bill production exploring love, spirituality and the human experience, coming to Gqeberha from November 5 to 8.

JJ Fourie and Mila van Rooyen of Laerskool Frans Conradie take part in the First Lego League Eastern Cape regional qualifying tournament at the Nelson Mandela University Ocean Sciences Campus on Saturday
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Pupils secure spots at national robotics championship after NMU tournament

Four Eastern Cape school teams qualified for the FIRST LEGO League SA Nationals following a robotics tournament at Nelson Mandela University, where pupils showcased LEGO-powered innovations aimed at addressing environmental challenges.

Multidisciplinary visual artist, creative director and cultural advocate Buntu Fihla speaks at the Kulture Korner dialogue at St Peter’s Rainbow Village, South End, on Friday

How public art is transforming neglected spaces in Gqeberha

The transformative power of public art and the urgent need for equitable arts education took centre stage at the Kulture Korner Dialogue Series held at St Peter’s Rainbow Village in South End, Gqeberha.

Author Rory Riordan has just published  'Athol Fugard and the Serpent Players: The Port Elizabeth Years'
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Riordan brings Serpent Players’ stories to centre stage

Rory Riordan’s new book, Athol Fugard and the Serpent Players: The Port Elizabeth Years, explores the group’s contribution to South African theatre and the struggle against apartheid.

Kariega author Chantelle Mafiet was selected for her Afrikaans work 'Oes van Herinneringe', which captures generational family wisdom
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Bay authors selected for Eastern Cape publishing initiative

Three Nelson Mandela Bay authors are among 11 emerging Eastern Cape writers selected for government-funded publishing support, with their work exploring family traditions, history and personal experiences.

Leuchtturm Chicken co-founders Chumani Maku, left,  and Akhona Soga are combining their business experience and resources to grow their poultry farming venture, established in 2024
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Engineer uses automation expertise to grow chicken farming business

What do chicken farming and robotics have in common? Quite a lot, actually, according to Kariega entrepreneur Akhona Soga, the co-founder of Leuchtturm Chicken.

 Small business development minister Stella  Ndabeni officially opens the Halalisana Township Incubator in Humansdorp on Friday.  With her is  economic development, environmental affairs and tourism MEC Nonkqubela Pieters, left, and  Sameni Jonas from Hats on Head
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Minister announces expanded support for Sarah Baartman small businesses

Small businesses in the Sarah Baartman District are set to benefit from expanded enterprise support following a series of engagements led by Small Business Development Minister Stella Tembisa Ndabeni in the Kouga Local Municipality on…

Francois Malan and Charlize Visser star in Robin Williams and Co’s production of 'A Streetcar Named Desire',  which is on at the Isithatha Theatre in Walmer, Gqeberha
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Review: 'A Streetcar Named Desire'

Robin Williams and Co’s A Streetcar Named Desire, staged at Isithatha, delivers a gripping mix of humour, heartbreak and tension. With standout performances by Vanessa Grebe as Blanche and Francois Malan as Stanley, the production…

Veteran jazz pianist Tete Mbambisa doing what he does best.
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Veteran musician Tete Mbambisa plays role in preserving SA's jazz heritage

Pianist Tete Mbambisa took to the stage at The One Room in Gqeberha on Saturday with the purpose of preserving the sounds of South African jazz for future generations. The SA Jazz Heritage show at the music and comedy club at 52…

Family members of Misomihle Nkwalase, 18, outside the  New Brighton Magistrate's Court are, from left, Nkosazana Pandle, Ayanda Quza, Mthuthuzeli Nkwalase, his father, Zoleka Nkwalase, his mother, and Linda Makalima
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Family devastated as trial of businessman accused of teen's murder delayed to 2027

The case against businessman Theo Gora, accused of murdering 18-year-old Misomihle Nkwalase, has been postponed to February 8 2027, leaving the teenager’s family frustrated and witnesses concerned for their safety.