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IN THE GARDEN | A bloom in time for Christmas
There has been no greater gift from Mother Nature lately, as when she surprised us with huge blossoms growing from bulbs in a forgotten pot left in the backyard last summer. A couple of weeks ago they presented with a healthy growth of long, strappy leaves with buds on stems, 70cm in length. Three Hippeastrum (previously named Amaryllis) bulbs had grown up untended into floral magnificence.
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From 'toddler' to top tier: Cavalli Estate proves it's no longer just a luxury destination
At less than 20 years old, Cavalli could be considered a toddler in the timeline of three centuries of Stellenbosch winemaking history, but you wouldnâ t say so when experiencing the wines from their relatively young vineyards.
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African boxing champs flop exposes futility of chasing Olympic dream
The dismal performance of SA boxers at the African Championships in the Democratic Republic of Congo has again raised questions on whether they are ready to compete at the Olympic qualifiers for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. All three boxers in Kinshasa crashed out at the preliminary stages, with two of them doing so by stoppages.
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Inclusive education expansion raises concerns over school readiness
The provincial education department plans to expand inclusive education to 157 mainstream schools, creating dedicated classrooms to ensure learners with disabilities are not left behind.
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Daily Dispatch E-edition - 2 November 2026
Access the digital e-edition of the Daily Dispatch for 2 November 2026, featuring comprehensive local news, analysis, and updates.
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Land invasion threatens R127m housing project
A R127m housing project meant to shelter 530 families in Port Alfred faces legal action as Ndlambe municipality responds to an alleged land invasion, while frustrated residents protest allocation delays.
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R115m manufacturing hub plan to boost rural economy
The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela local municipality is funding a R115m initiative to build three manufacturing hubs, seeking to boost rural employment and local production.
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KuGompo City woman lands dream role as 'Top Billing' presenter
Former Miss SA finalist Hombakazi Mazaleni has achieved a lifelong ambition after winning a nationwide talent search to become the newest presenter on Top Billing.
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Milestone R416m oncology unit must not fail
On Thursday, a R416m oncology unit was officially opened at the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital in Mthatha, a milestone that deserves celebration. The unveiling represents hope, dignity and a long-overdue intervention for thousands of cancer patients in the Eastern Cape who have had to endure exhausting journeys to access specialised treatment.
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Social Impact Enterprise Award nominee | Fighting hunger : From dump sites to vegetable gardens
Witnessing children go hungry in their community was the catalyst for Reeston nurse Nobom Nini, 57, and her fellow nurses to start food gardens which were established by clearing illegal dump sites and planting vegetables. Isisombululo Solutions, established in 2018, is now working to sustain about 18 community gardens across Buffalo City.
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Social Impact Enterprise Award nominee | Community campaigns, youth training and grassroots broadcasting drive Link FM's mission
Christian community radio station Link FM continues to transform lives across Buffalo City through community fundraising, youth mentoring initiatives, and grassroots broadcasting.
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Banyana face unfamiliar foes in World Cup qualifiers
ANATHI WULUSHE Banyana Banyana are deep in preparation for the preliminary phase of the Fifa Womenâ s World Cup 2027 playoff tournament (https://dispatch.co.za) in Morocco in late November. Coach Desiree Ellis and captain Refiloe Jane expressed concern that SA were not familiar with some of their prospective opponents.
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Amavarara stay top of coastal log, Komani Utd move up inland
Amavarara retained their position at the top of the coastal log in the Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League by beating Buffalo City Relatives 2-1 at the North End Stadium at the weekend. Relatives were playing at the neutral venue because their home ground, the Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane, was hosting a political event.
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Blade Nzimande visits East London tooling hub as key economic data looms
Science and Innovation Minister Blade Nzimande visits East London's Institute for Advanced Tooling as key economic data, including PMI and vehicle sales, approaches.
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Whistleblower alleges irregularities in Joe Gqabi municipal fuel procurement
A whistleblower has called for an independent investigation into Joe Gqabi District Municipality following allegations of irregular fuel procurement and potential duplicate payments.
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Eastern Cape economy grows 0.6% as revised GDP figures reveal its structure
The Eastern Cape economy grew by 0.6% in 2025, recovering from a contraction in the previous year but still expanding more slowly than the South African economy as a whole. The latest provincial gross domestic product figures from Statistics SA, released late late week, put the province's real economic growth below the national rate of 0.
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