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A senior Nelson Mandela Bay police officer is under investigation for the alleged rape of a minor

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

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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…

Police seize R365,000 worth of perlemoen and arrest suspect in Gqeberha

A 21-year-old suspect has been arrested in Algoa Park after police intercepted a vehicle carrying over R365,000 worth of perlemoen, alongside the…

Nelson Mandela Bay vendors turn election queues into brisk business

Resourceful vendors in Nelson Mandela Bay have transformed election-day queues into brisk business opportunities, serving coffee and ice-cream to…

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

SA comedian Dalin Oliver opens up about the highs, lows, and unscripted mishaps that have defined his journey on stage and screen
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Dalin Oliver on noise complaints, wardrobe fixes, and life in comedy

South African comedian Dalin Oliver opens up about his journey from an unglamorous Athlone debut to acting in feature films and turning real-life…

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US trade setback threatens Bay exporters

Nelson Mandela Bay exporters face mounting pressure following South Africa's exclusion from AGOA preferential trade benefits, prompting urgent calls…

Ian Robertson Pharmacy in Walmer has changed ownership, with new owner Dane Leo, right, taking over the business. With him is the outgoing owner, Ian Lee
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New chapter begins for Walmer's beloved Ian Robertson Pharmacy as owners move on

The old guard at Gqeberha’s much-loved Ian Robertson Pharmacy are hanging up their white coats, but the good news is the “village feel” of…

Wijtze Westra, 86, was first again in queue at The Island Forest Reserve School polling station, as he has been for the past 50 years

Half a century first in the voting queue

At 86 years old, Wijtze Westra arrived before dawn to maintain his 50-year streak of being first in line to vote at his local polling station.

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…

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

The murder trial of Gqeberha businessman Rob Evans has commenced, with a neighbour testifying about the conflicting accounts he allegedly gave…

Natasja Slabbert appears in the Gqeberha commercial crimes court

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

US president Donald Trump looks on at a midterm campaign rally at Salina Regional Airport in Salina, Kansas this week

US to exclude SA from Agoa pact in huge blow to economy

The US trade representative said on Monday that Washington would exclude SA and Rwanda from a major Africa-US duty-free trade deal, a blow to both…

One of the donkeys saved in the urgent rescue operation
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Donkeys saved from 'slaughter' in urgent rescue operation

A total of 25 donkeys suspected of being destined for slaughter have been given a second chance after an extraordinary rescue operation saw members…

Boeta B is one of the hosts for the All White Unity Gospel Festival

All White Unity Gospel Festival to bring uplifting music and community worship to Gqeberha

Gospel music lovers can look forward to a day of uplifting music, worship and community celebration when the All White Unity Gospel Festival takes…

Inmates at St Albans Correctional Facility have complained of discoloured, foul-smelling water, which has reportedly caused many of them to fall ill
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St Albans prison hit by power outage amid ongoing water crisis

St Albans inmates are entering a fourth week of a water crisis, compounded by an electricity outage, increasing fears over their health and safety,…

The new Humansdorp Primary School

Kouga windfall: New R134.5m eco-friendly primary school unveiled

A R134.5m state-of-the-art primary school blending robotics, an Afro-centric curriculum, and biodiversity protection has been unveiled in Humansdorp.

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…

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

Gqeberha businessman Rob Evans set to stand trial on Tuesday

A  375 calibre Holland & Holland Magnum rifle with a silencer and live rounds of ammunition were among items recovered by the police

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…