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@heraldlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:29:03
Record pigeon-racing winning season for Koos Botha
Gqeberha pigeon racing star Koos Botha celebrates a dominant 2026 season, securing championship victories across both the Port Elizabeth Pigeon Federation and Eastern Province Pigeon Union.
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Build local jobs into automotive plan
As the government plans to phase out semi-knocked-down vehicle assembly, Nelson Mandela Bay's automotive hub must balance deep manufacturing growth with safeguarding existing jobs and infrastructure.
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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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Dad dies in brave effort to rescue son swept out to sea
Two courageous fathers dived into the surf at the Wilderness at the weekend to rescue their teenage sons who were swept out to sea. While the youngsters survived, one of the fathers did not make it. National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Wilderness station commander Jonathan Britton said the tragic incident occurred at 5.
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Man stabbed to death in suspected Bay road-rage incident
In a shocking turn of events, a Gqeberha man was fatally killed in a suspected road rage incident in Lorraine on Friday night. According to police, the 56 year old man died after being stabbed by an identified driver around 8:27pm.Â
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Global minds unite to tackle substance abuse
Nelson Mandela University and its collaborating partners will host the International Conference on Community Engagement (ICCE) 2026. The hybrid gathering will bring community leaders, researchers, public officials and practitioners to Gqeberha to develop shared responses to substance abuse and its effects on community wellbeing.
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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 Westbourne Road celebrated the music and traditions that have shaped SA's jazz landscape.
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Mayor calls on community to protect KwaMagxaki hall and library after revamps
The completion of the R4m refurbishment of the KwaMagxaki Community Hall and public library could not have come at a better time as hundreds of Nelson Mandela Bay pupils knuckle down for their final examinations. Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Babalwa Lobishe was on hand during the official reopening of the facilities on Friday and called on the residents of KwaMagxaki to work with the municipality to protect the community hall and library.
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East Cape parks keeping close eye on FMD
Eastern Cape nature reserves are working around the clock to counter the spread of foot and mouth disease which has ravaged agricultural livestock across SA and which was recently confirmed in the Addo Elephant National Park. Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) spokesperson Oyanga Ngalika said on Thursday the agency was watching the situation like a hawk.
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Setback for Marquez as last MotoGP race at Phillip Island cancelled due to weather
Persistent rain and treacherous conditions forced the cancellation of the final Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island, freezing Marc Marquez's championship lead over injured rival Jorge Martin.
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Stormers paid heavy price for win over Scarlets, says Dobson
The Stormers secured a 52-40 bonus-point win over Scarlets, but head coach John Dobson faces a major crisis after losing three hookers to injury during the match.
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Truter reflects on Chippa's disappointing Carling Knockout Cup exit
Chippa United coach Brandon Truter admitted his team fell well short of expectations after being dumped out of the Carling Knockout Cup in a 4-0 defeat to Golden Arrows.
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Bok Women believe they can bounce back against Ireland
Despite a 40-27 defeat to Ireland in Cape Town, the Springbok Women coaches and players remain confident they can correct their errors and bounce back in the rematch next weekend.
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Wellness luncheon puts spotlight on women's mental health
The Wellness Luncheon in Gqeberha invites women to openly discuss love, loss, and ambition, offering a supportive space to focus on mental health and emotional wellbeing.
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@heraldlive Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:04:21
Uncover Something Special at The Tank Room
The Tank Room in Walmer is set to showcase the acclaimed craftsmanship of Stellenbosch's Ken Forrester Wines this coming weekend, offering enthusiasts a curated tasting of six exceptional labels. The event follows a highly successful tasting session featuring Hidden Valley Wines, where guests gathered to rate and discover standout bottles.
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@heraldlive Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:02:09
Time-Attack thrills in store at Aldo Scribante Raceway
Aldo Scribante Raceway hosts the inaugural FAW Trucks Eastern Cape Time-Attack this weekend, featuring high-performance machines, top national racers, and a challenging reverse-direction circuit layout.
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