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Twelve grassroots changemakers to be honoured at annual Local Heroes gala
The Daily Dispatch Local Heroes Awards, in partnership with Johnsonâ s, will recognise 12 individuals whose work has made a difference in communities across the Eastern Cape at an annual gala dinner. The awards celebrate people who dedicate their time and resources to helping others, often working behind the scenes to address challenges and improve lives in their communities.
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Three arrested after Qumbu business robberies
Three men have been arrested and an unlicensed firearm recovered following two separate business robberies in the Qumbu CBD this week.
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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 die-off linked to pilchard herpesvirus.
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Emthonjeni revival plan sparks community backlash
Plans by the Ngqushwa Municipality to lease the derelict R40m Emthonjeni arts facility to private investors have triggered pushback from Hamburg residents, who claim they have been excluded from decisions regarding community land.
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Defiant Batyi to soldier on despite disputed loss
Former SA featherweight champion Zolisa Batyi has pledged to continue fighting despite suffering his third defeat in a row, losing to Likho Sigaba at the Guild Theatre, in KuGompo City, on Sunday. The outcome was controversial, with some observers lamenting the judges' verdict. Allen Matakane had Batyi losing all the rounds by a margin of 100-90.
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Erasmus defends Moerat selection for Italy
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has come out strongly in defence of lock Salmaan Moerat after public debate over his selection to face Italy in Turin. Moerat, who missed earlier fixtures this season through injury, makes his return in the Nations Championship opener. Erasmus emphasised that Moerat delivers essential, unflashy work in the tight phases, from mauling and scrummaging to defensive breakdowns, highlighting that internal team appreciation far outweighs external social media noise.
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Barnabas death highlights struggles of retired fighters
The plight of retired South African fighters has once again come under intense scrutiny following the tragic death of former professional boxer Ayanda Barnabas, who passed away in impoverished conditions in Mdantsane. His family is now facing a desperate struggle to raise sufficient funds to provide him with a dignified burial. Barnabas, who competed during the golden era of the junior flyweight division between 1985 and 1992, was found dead alongside a friend in his vandalised home. With boxing authorities confirming that retired pugilists receive no funeral cover, community advocates and welfare groups have launched an urgent appeal for donations.
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Warriors target Boland to strengthen final push
The Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers urges his team to focus on the basics and sharpen their batting partnerships ahead of their crucial Super Eight match against Boland.
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Money Maestro | Gold price on its way down, what now?
Gold has witnessed a notable slump in recent weeks, reminding market participants that even quintessential safe-haven assets are not immune to sharp corrections. Despite ongoing geopolitical friction, bullion has retreated sharply from historic peaks, prompting critical questions regarding the durability of its broader bull cycle. A convergence of macroeconomic headwinds, from sticky US inflation to technical liquidations, has driven the sell-off. For portfolio managers, distinguishing between a brief cyclical pullback and a fundamental trend reversal remains vital for navigating commodity allocations.
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CMH CEO Jebb McIntosh dies after nearly five decades at the helm
Jebb McIntosh, the long-standing group chief executive of South African automotive giant Combined Motor Holdings (CMH), has passed away at the age of five decades of service to the company. The JSE-listed group confirmed his death on Tuesday, paying tribute to an industry titan who remained actively at the helm of the business until his final day.
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Ex-Enoch Mgijima municipal manager Zondani acquitted of fraud
The Makhanda High Court has set aside the fraud and corruption convictions of former Enoch Mgijima municipal manager Nokuthula Zondani. The appeal court ruled the trial magistrate miscalculated contract values, prompting plans for a civil claim against the state.
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Concor business rescue threatens key Eastern Cape projects
The decision by major construction group Concor to enter voluntary business rescue has cast severe uncertainty over critical infrastructure developments across the Eastern Cape. With key projects such as the Msikaba Bridge and regional wind farms now under scrutiny, local workers and supply chains face an anxious wait regarding the future of their contracts.
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Poaching of rhino cow, calf triggers dismay in Komani
The killing of a rhino cow and her calf by poachers at the Lawrence de Lange Game Reserve in Komani has sparked outrage and sorrow across the Eastern Cape community. In response to the tragedy, police acted swiftly to arrest two suspects and recover four horns, while local municipal authorities pledged an urgent review of reserve security.
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Cash-strapped Nyandeni turns to concrete paving to repair gravel roads
Faced with a tight R70m infrastructure allocation across 282 rural villages, the Nyandeni local municipality is overhauling its approach to road building by ditching easily washed-away gravel for durable concrete and paving blocks. Outgoing mayor Viwe Ndamase highlighted that continuous repairs to flood-damaged gravel roads were financially unsustainable, prompting a technical, engineering-led strategy to safeguard connectivity in steep and flood-prone terrain.
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