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@heraldlive Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:29:25
Silencing smaller parties, silencing democracy
The ongoing exclusion of smaller political parties from key mayoral debates in Nelson Mandela Bay undermines South Africa's multiparty democracy and limits voters' choices.
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Three All Black forwards out of Nations Championship Tests
New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that forwards Samisoni Taukei'aho, Shannon Frizell, and Tyrel Lomax will miss the upcoming Nations Championship Tests due to injury.
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Cardoso wants powerful response after Champions League exit
Following an unexpected early exit from the Champions League, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has urged his team to bounce back and show their true character in the Carling Knockout Cup.
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ANC warns of fake R300 election campaign giveaway
The African National Congress has alerted the public to a fraudulent scheme falsely offering an instant R300 giveaway linked to its 2026 election campaign, warning against clicking links or sharing sensitive details.
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Free AI courses useful but postgrad supervisors need proper training
Free online AI courses offer a helpful starting point, but universities must urgently budget for supervisor training to protect research integrity and properly evaluate postgraduate work.
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Review: 'A Streetcar Named Desire'
Robin Williams and Coâ s A Streetcar Named Desire, staged at Isithatha, delivers a gripping mix of humour, heartbreak and tension. With standout performances by Vanessa Greebe as Blanche and Francois Malan as Stanley, the production explores complicated family relationships, conflict and the emotional power of live theatre.
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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 Friday, 23 October.
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Feathers ruffled over hunt for new Bay CFO
Allegations of political interference have surfaced in Nelson Mandela Bay after Mayor Babalwa Lobishe requested the postponement of interviews for the chief financial officer post.
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Spurs seal rare win at Chelsea as Palmer sees red
Tottenham Hotspur clinched a Premier League win at Chelsea for just the second time in 36 years as a woeful own goal from Blues keeper Mike Penders was followed by Cole Palmer's red card in Saturday's 2-0 victory. Roberto De Zerbi's side clinched their second successive league win thanks to Penders' howler in the second half at a rain-lashed Stamford Bridge.
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The Herald E-edition - 26 October 2026
Access the digital e-edition of The Herald for 26 October 2026, featuring comprehensive local, national, and business news coverage.
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Gamrose finish weekend in style with double
Gamrose CC delivered the weekend's standout showing in the NMBCA Premier League, sealing a fine double with a dominant 108-run bonus-point win over Motherwell CC.
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@heraldlive 18 hours ago
Sea of purple as men turn out for cancer awareness
Thousands of men across SA took to the streets wearing purple speedos in a bid to raise funds and create awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. The annual Hollard Daredevil Run drew thousands of men to start lines across the country, including races hosted in Gqeberha, Plettenberg Bay, KuGompo City and Komani.
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@heraldlive 21 hours ago
Warriors stumble in Eastern Cape derby
Despite a measured half-century from JP King, a rotated Dafabet Warriors side fell to a seven-wicket defeat against Eastern Cape Iinyathi in their YesPlay Pro20 Cup group finale at Buffalo Park.
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Harmer backs Proteas to keep finding a way
Simon Harmer praises South Africa's collective resilience following an emphatic win at St George's Park, backing the Proteas to carry their momentum into the series decider against Australia in Cape Town.
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@heraldlive 21 hours ago
Finding 'home' in 1984: Linkside Pre-Primary principal bids farewell
After decades of tying thousands of shoelaces, wiping away snotty noses, and kissing booboos goodbye, Sharon Westcott â the beloved principal and Eagles teacher at Linkside Pre-Primary â is retiring at the end of this school year. Westcott, who has dedicated 43 years to education, knew Linkside was her true home from the moment she first walked through its gates in 1984.
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