Decadeslater,74landclaimsawaitresolution
GUGULETHU MTUMANE
THE Department of Land Reform and Rural Development says 74 outstanding land claims in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metrostill need to be processed.
The update was shared duringa ministerial stakeholder engagementatNangoza Jebe Hall in NewBrighton on Monday, 22 June.
According to the department, theengagement formspart of ongoing efforts to assess progressinlandreform programmes, identify challenges and find ways to better support land claimants and rural communities across the province.
The meeting brought togetherbeneficiaries, government officials and community members to discussthe status of land claims and other land reform matters.
Land claims are linked to the forced removals of black South Africans underapartheid laws, including theNatives Land Actof1913 and the Group Areas Act of 1950,which resulted in many families losing theirhomesand land
Addressingattendees,Minister of LandRe-
form andRural Development Mzwanele Nyhontso said the department was working to convert lease agreements into title deeds, allowingbeneficiariestoobtain full ownership of theirland.
Nyhontso said this formed part of the government’s efforts to expand land ownership and providebeneficiaries with greater security over thelandthey occupy.
He added that President Cyril Ramaphosa had instructedthe department to accelerate theprocess.
Speaking at the event, NelsonMandela Bay Executive MayorBabalwa Lobishesaid land restitution was not onlyabout restoring land, but alsoabout creating opportunities for communities.
“Reclaiming land is aformofeconomic action. It is partofhealing and creating economic opportunities,” she said.
Lobishe encouraged beneficiaries to make productive use of the land they receive through the restitution process rather than selling it for compensation.
She said the government would provide support to help beneficiaries use their land in
ways that could generate income and benefit their families.
Eastern Cape Chief Director of the Regional Land ClaimsCommission, Zama Memela, said approximately 17,000 land claims had been lodged across the provincesince the land restitution process began.
He said the department continued to make progress in settling claims.
Among those attending the engagement was Motherwell resident Barbara Wathani,who said she remained concerned about the progress of some land claims.
Speaking to the Express,Wathani saidshe attended the meeting because she was aware of cases where people had allegedly been scammed by individuals posing as officials involvedinthe land claims process.
She said she wasalso seekingclarity on a matter involving land in Tsitsikamma that she believes belonged to her father.According to Wathani, distant relatives had allegedly received compensation related to the property.
Wathani said she hoped the engagement would help her better understand the status of the matter and provide away forward.
No arrests as investigations intokillingsofANC leaderscontinue
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
TWO investigations into the killings of ANC leadersinthe Eastern Cape remain unresolved, with police confirming that no arrests have been made in the murders of ward councillor, Sicelo Mleve, and Branch Elections Team Coordinator Wonele Gontshi.
Mleve was shot and killed at his wardoffice in Zwide, Gqeberha,onJune 20, while Gontshi was killed in ashooting at apharmacy in Qumbu on June 13
Police spokesperson, Captain Majola Nkohli, confirmed that investigationsintoboth cases were ongoing.
“There are no arrests, and police arefollowingall leads,” said Nkohli.
Accordingtopolice, Mleve was attending a meetingathis ward office when two armed men enteredthe premises at about18:50.
The suspectsallegedly held approximately 10 people at gunpoint and ordered themtohand over their cellphones. One of the suspects then opened fire on Mleve before the pair fled the scene.
The45-year-old councillor sustained multiple gunshotwoundsand was declareddeadatthe scene.
Aweekearlier,Gontshi was shot andkilled at apharmacy in the Sejoseng Business Centre in Qumbu. The ANC in the O.R. TamboRegion identified Gontshi as aBranch Executive Committeemember of the General Maqutyana Branch in Ward 14 and the Branch Elections Team Coordinator.
He was accompanied by Ngawonke Bulala, the Elections Manager of the Mhlontlo Local Elections Team, who survived theattack but sustained seriousinjuriesand remains in hospital.
In astatement, the ANC O.R.Tambo Regional Executive Committee said it had received news of the shooting with“profound shock,
sadness andoutrage”.
Theparty described the incident as a“barbaric and cowardly act” and said Gontshi’s deathhad robbed the organisationand the community of adedicated activist.
“Theuntimely death of ComradeWonele Gontshi has robbed the movement andthe people of acommitted activist who dedicated his energiestowards organisational work, communitymobilisationand the advancement of the objectives of the African National Congress,” theANC said
Policesaidofficersresponded to reports of a shooting at about 11:20 and found a26-year-old man dead behind the pharmacy counter
Two other people survived the attack. One sustainedinjuries to the lower body andwas takenfor medical treatment, while the other was physically unharmed.
Police said the victimshad allegedly arrived at the pharmacy to purchase masks when gunfire erupted
“As they attempted to enter, gunfire erupted. The victims took cover inside and the shooting continued for some time before the suspect(s) fled. Nothing wastaken fromthe victimsorthe pharmacy,” policesaid.
Forensicinvestigators recovered multiple rifle cartridges, projectiles and sealed bullets from the scene.
Meanwhile, tributes have continued to pour in for Mleve, with ANC NelsonMandela Regional Deputy ChairpersonLufefe Mkutu describing him as aloyal servant of the movementwho dedicated his lifetoadvancing the interestsof hiscommunity and the ANC.
In atribute, Mkutu said Mleve was acommittedmember of the generation of ANCYouth Leagueactivists who championed the call for economic freedomand remained steadfast in his beliefs throughout his political life.
“Hespent his life tirelessly engaged in the struggle tobetter the lives of his people, not
just in his community as awardcouncillor but also in his region, NelsonMandela, and his country,”Mkutu wrote.
Mkutu described Mleve as aleader who never shied away from debate and who remained loyal to the organisation throughouthis life.
“He was stubborn in his convictions andnever shied away from debate. He was robustand constructive,”hesaid.
Paying tribute to Mleve’scontribution to the ANC, Mkutu added: “Comrade Sicelo struggled throughout his life; he was an indispensable one; he was what the ANC and thepeople needed.”
Police have appealed to anyone with information that may assist investigations in either case to contact the nearest police station or CrimeStop on 08600 10111.
StAlbans security operations leadtoarrest
A19-YEAR-OLD youth was arrested after he was found in arestricted area near the St Albans Management Area while wearing an Emergency Support Team (EST)-branded shirt,despite having no affiliation with the Department of Correctional Services.
The incident formed part of recent securityinterventions at the facility, which also led to the recovery of a large quantity of suspected contraband during aseparate search operation. According to the Department of Correctional Services, EST members conducting routine patrols noticed the man in abushy area behind the Chicken Project. The area is restricted and not accessible to unauthorised persons.
Asecurity search was conducted, during which officials allegedly found 28 small balls of dagga and one tikpipe in his possession. The suspect was also found wearing an EST-branded shirt.Officials confirmed that he was not employed by the Department and had no authorisation to possess departmental clothing.
The man and the confiscated items werehanded over to the SouthAfrican Police Service (SAPS). An arrest was effected for alleged trespassing and possession of illegal substances. In aseparate operation at the Chicken Project, officials conducted asurprise search after identifying areas requiring increased securityattention.
During the search, officials discovered suspected contraband concealed near the chicken cages. The items recovered included 340 Mandrax tablets,44dagga balls, 38 dagga “bompies”, one charger, four USB cables and three large tikbags containing more than 150 smaller bags.
No person was found in possession of the items. Officials said the discovery prevented the possible introduction of contraband intocorrectional facilities and disrupted potential criminal activities.
The Department of Correctional Services said it would continue working with law enforcement agencies and security stakeholders to address criminal activities targeting correctional facilities and strengthen securitymeasures.
The department added that the interventions demonstrate the commitment of officials to maintaining safe and secure correctional facilities.
Ward 27 councillorSicelo Mleve was shot dead in Zwide.
Tyres,ragsandrubblechokesewernetwork
TRUCKLOADS of tyres, rubble, rags and other waste have been removed from blockedsewer lines in Chatty, prompting the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality to intensify calls forresidents to help protectcritical sanitationinfrastructure and prevent healthhazards in their communities.
The findings emerged during an inspection of sanitation manholes in Chatty, conducted by the municipality's Sanitation Sub-directorate as part of itsongoing service delivery monitoring and oversight programme.
According tothe municipality, several manholes were found to
be heavily blocked by itemssuch as rubble, rags,sanitaryproducts and vehicle tyres. Approximately six manholes have been affected, leading to significant blockages along the mainsewer line and causing sewer overflows in residential areas.
Chatty remains one of the metro's mostaffected areas when it comes to sanitation blockages and spillages, highlighting the ongo-
caused by foreignobjects blocking our infrastructure end up in people's yards andposea risk, especially to children whoplay outside,” she said.“We need to protect our sanitation infrastructure for our own wellbeing andfor the safety of ourchildren.”
Municipal teams deployedtothe area on Monday workedtoclear the affected manholes, removing truckloads of waste andforeign
ery oversight,has intensified publicawareness campaignsaimed at educating residentsaboutthe responsible use of sanitation infrastructure.
The awareness drivewill be expandedacrossthe metro, with particular attentionbeing given to areasfrequently affectedby sewer blockagesand spillages, includingKwaZakhele, theNorthern Areas, Veeplaas, Soweto-on-
Localpizzeriaovercomesmajorhurdlestowinglobalchallenge
ALOCAL husband-and-wife duo have defiedthe odds, navigating last-minute hurdles to be crowned the undisputed championsofthe 2026 Global Pizza Challenge South Africa.
Misty and Warren Fry, co-owners of Arkenstone Frys (incorporating Misty’s Pizza and Bistro) in Gqeberha, took home both the Overall Winner title and the Best Vegetarian/Vegan Pizza award at the grand finale, held at the CapeTown International Convention Centre (CTICC)during the Africa Food Show.
However, theirjourney to the top stepofthe podium was almost derailedbefore it even began.
The drama began on the eveof their departure when the couple
discovereda devastatingbooking error. Theircar hire and flights had accidentallybeen reservedfor the wrongdate.Stranded in Gqeberha with no transportation and no valid airlinetickets, they quickly realisedthatall standard flights to Cape Town were completely soldout
The only remaining last-minute tickets came at abrutal premium, costingmore than double the anticipatedrate.Overwhelmed by the sudden financial strain and mounting logistical chaos, the couple reached abreakingpoint and made thedifficult decision to withdraw from thecompetition entirely.
Amessageoffaith
Then, atimely phone callchanged everything. The couple received a call from theirpastor. While the conversation initially centred on withdrawingbecause of the immense stress, the pastor experienced whatthe couple describe as a moment of divine intervention.
Her perspective shifted completely during the call, and she strongly urged them to step out in faith and go. Buoyed by the powerful message,Misty and Warren found asecond wind, absorbed the exorbitant ticket costs and boarded a plane to Cape Town.The challenges did not stop when they landed
Back at their Gqeberha base, Misty —the culinary mastermind behind therecipes —alwaysbakes her pizzas in atraditional woodfired oven, relyingonintense, smoky heat.Atthe CTICC exhibition floor, however,they wereprovided withacommercial electric deck oven. Knowingthat electric
ovens distribute heat differently and lack the natural smokiness of awood-fired oven, Misty had to rewriteher execution plan on the fly. Sherapidly adjusted her dough hydration and altered ingredient ratios to mimicthe textureand depthofflavour usually delivered by wood embers.
Teamworktriumphs
When the clock started ticking, Warrentook the reinsasthe chef on the competition floor,handling all the bakingand cooking underintense pressure. Misty took her place in the audience, serving as his ultimate supportsystem. Throughout the high-stakes cookoff, she filmed the entire process while continuously shouting words of encouragement.
Warren executed Misty’s modified blueprint to perfection, presenting the judges with an authentic Romano-style pizza characterised by its thin, airy and intensely flavourful crust.
To offset the electric oven's baking profile, the masterpiece featured: fourpremium meats, adding rich, savoury depth; fourdistinct cheeses, melted into aperfectly balanced, creamy base.
Fresh wild rocket scattered on top immediately after baking, cutting through the richness with asharp, peppery crunch and afinishing rack of freshly ground black pepper.
The riskpaid off. When the international panel of judges took their firstbites, the bookingstress, high flightcosts and oven anxieties melted away. The balance of flavours
and flawless execution impressed the panel, earning Arkenstone Frys the ultimate title
“Againstall odds and fuelled by a timely word of faith and incredible teamwork, we didn’tjust participate—weconquered,” the couple
AlgoaMajorettesleadrevivalofcompetitivesport
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
ASPORT that once disappeared fromGqeberha is making a comeback,thanks to agroup of determinedyoung athletes and anewly establishedclub that is alreadymaking its mark on the national stage
Algoa Majorettes, the only majorette team currently operating in Gqeberha, have qualified for the South African Majoretteand Cheerleading Association(SAMCA)National Championships in Johannesburg from 5to7 July.
Theachievementissignificant not only for the eight girls who make up the team but also for the growth of asportthat has largelybeen absent from the cityfor decades.
While often associated with colourful performances and marching displays, majorettes is arecognised competitive sport in South Africa and internationally.
The sport requires discipline, fitness and teamwork, with athletes competing in categories such as baton, mace, flag and pom-pom routines that are judged on technical execution, synchronisation, choreography andpresentation.
According to Algoa Majorettes coach Francisca Bester, the last active majorette teams in Gqeberha competed during the 1980s.
“As anewly establishedteam, it has beenchallengingtopromote the sport, as it is relatively unknown in our city,” she said. Algoa Majorettes currently consist of eight primaryschool girls aged 12 and 13 from schools acrossGqeberha.
While some team members have several years of experience
in the sport, others only started competing this year.
Despite their varying levels of experience, the team has quicklyestablished itself as one of the Eastern Cape’s top-performing squads.
The girls competed throughout the season in league competitions hosted by the Eastern Cape Majorette and CheerleadingAssociation (ECMCA),participating in four categories: Large Flag, Large Non-Prop/ Pom, Classic Baton and Small Mace.
“The team participated in various league competitions over the past few months and competed in four different categories,” said Bester.
Their consistent performances earned them an overall second-place finishfor the season and secured qualification for
the national championships
For the athletes, the opportunity to compete at nationals represents far more than acompetition.
“Participating in the SAMCA National Championships is the highestlevel of competition in the sport, excludinginternational participation with the national team, and it is agreat honour to be selected for such aprestigious event,” Bester explained.
Qualification is based on performances throughout the season, with only the top teams from each province earning the righttorepresent theirregion at the championships
As the only team from Gqeberhacompeting at the event, the girls areproudtocarry the city’s name onto the national stage.
“The team is excited andhonoured to represent their schools, city and province at theNational Championships,” said Bester.
“They look forward to showcasing their routines, making new friendsand learning from teams fromother provinces.
They hope to putGQonthe map as aseriouscompetitor in the sportand to make everyone in the city proud.”
Like manyamateur sports clubs, Algoa Majorettes faceongoing challenges. Travel costs, competitionexpenses andequipment needsrequire constant fundraising efforts, particularly because competitions are currently hostedoutsidethe city.
“We have to work very hard to raisefunds, as travelcostsare high and competitions currently take placeoutsidethe city,” Bester said
shared.
The team practisesonthe groundsofthe Dutch Reformed ChurchinLorraine, with supportfrom parentswho help secure sponsorships, organise fundraisers andensure theclub cancontinue to grow.
“Weare incredibly grateful to oursupportive parents, who go out of their waytosecure sponsorshipsand donations and work tirelesslytoorganise fundraising eventstohelppurchase equipment andcovertravel and competitionexpenses,” she said Whilethe team has ambitions of reaching thefinals and potentially securing atop-three finish in Johannesburg,the broader goalextendsbeyondmedals
The clubhopesits national appearancewill inspire more young people in Gqeberha to become involvedinthe sport and helpestablish majorettes once againasa familiarsight in local schoolsand communities.
“Wehope to havethe whole of GQ behind us and to spark arenewed interest in thesport among theyouth,” said Bester.
Looking beyondthis year’s championship,the clubhas ambitiousplansfor thefuture of majorettes in Gqeberha
“The dreamistogrow the sport in Gqeberha at both primary andhighschoollevels, while alsobecoming thepreferred majorette team that creates hopeand opportunities for theyouth of ourcity,” she said For Bester, majorettes are about far morethan routines and competitions.
“Itisanincredible sportthat promotesand develops teamwork, dedication,self-discipline, confidence andleadership, among manyother valuable life skills.”
Algoa Majorettesare the onlymajorette team currently operating in Gqeberha.
PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Mistyand Warren Fryhave officially brought the trophy home to Gqeberha, proving that the perfect pizza requires equal parts premium ingredients, technical adaptability and unwavering faith.
ArkenstoneFrys(incorporatingMisty’sPizza andBistro) took tophonours in the 2026 Global Pizza ChallengeSouth Africa. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
Misty andWarren Fry, co-ownersof Arkenstone Frys.
MotherwelllearnerwinsnationalRobbenIslandessaycompetition
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
AGRADE 9learner from Motherwellhas brought national recognition to theEastern Cape after winning the prestigiousRobbenIsland Essay Competition.
SibabalweJanuary, alearner at NcedoSenior SecondarySchool in Motherwell, emerged as the overallwinnerafter representingthe EasternCapeinthe national competition against learners from acrossSouth Africa.
TheEastern Cape Department of Education congratulated Sibabalwe on his achievement, describing it as areflection of his hardwork, dedication andcommitmenttoacademicexcellence.
According to the department, Januarydistinguishedhimself amongparticipants through hisexceptional writing skills,critical thinking anddeep understanding of the themesexplored in the competition. Eastern Cape Education Head of Department, Sharon Maasdorp, praised Sibabalwe forserving as an ambassador for his school,community,district and province.
“His successreflects the potential that exists within the learners of the Eastern Cape and demonstratesthe positive outcomes that can
be achieved through perseverance, discipline, andapassion for learning,” said Maasdorp.
She also called on the business sector to support educationalinitiatives aimed at empowering young people beyond the classroom.
Maasdorp acknowledgedthe role played by educators, school management, parents and thebroader community in nurturing learner excellence.
“We are grateful and acknowledge the support provided by educators, school leadership, parents, and the broader community in nurturingand encouraging learner excellence. Such achievements reinforcethe importanceof creating enabling environments thatempower young people to reach their full potential,” she said.
Thecompetition featured finalists from across South Africa, with Sibabalwe presenting his essay on Sunday, 14 June. He went on to claimfirst place in the competition.
Sibabalwe’s class teacher,Thobani Fondini, who accompanied himtothe competition, told PE Express thatthe learner’s passionfor South African history, academic ability andwillingness tosupport his classmates made him stand out.
“Healways helps other learners with their
classworkand thinks out of thebox in terms of strategies that help others.Hedoes well in his classwork —heisexcellent,” said Fondini. Fondini said Sibabalwe performedexceptionally well during the competition, including when responding to questions from the judges “I think he did very well, even when answering questions. There were difficult questions about recent events in the news, and he answered them thoughtfully,” he said.
He added that Sibabalwe’sconfidence in public speaking was another one of his strengths
“He is very good at public speakingand has away of boosting other learners’ confidence when it comes to speaking in public,”said Fondini.
The department said Sibabalwe’s achievement highlights the impact of asupportive learning environment and serves as an inspirationtoother learnersacrossthe province.
Maasdorp said the learner’s successdemonstrates that determination, discipline and a passionfor learning can open doorstonational recognition.
“We once againcongratulate Sibabalwe January on this well-deserved achievement and wish him continued successinhis academic journey and future endeavours,” she said.
DIELaerskool Newtonparkhet Vrydag, 19 Junie, sy 100ste bestaansjaar op glansryke wyse tydens ’n Eeufees Glansaand by Running Waters Venuegevier.
Onderdie tema “100 Jaar vanTrots, Tradisie en Toekoms”het oud-leerders, oud-personeel, huidigepersoneel, ouers, borgeenvriende van dieskool vergader om ’n eeu van uitnemendheid, diens en gemeenskapsbou te vier Die aand is aangebied deur oud-Newton Pieter Moller, wat gaste op ’n emosionele reis deur die skool se eeulange geskiedenis geneemhet. Onderdie eregaste was voormalige skoolhoof-
de Chris Viljoen en Pine Pienaar, asook die huidigeskoolhoof (waarnemend) Chrisna Barnard, en die voorsitter van die beheerliggaam, Nina vanWyk. Diepersoneelkorps van2026 was ook teenwoordig om hierdie historiese mylpaal saam te vier. Verskeie oud-onderwysers het die geleentheid bygewoon, waaronder Neville Wepener, Betsie Wepener, Igna Deyzel, Sassa van Zylen Erna van Schalkwyk. Die glansaand het ook talle oud-leerders, oud-ouers,huidigeouers, beheerliggaamlede en vriendevan die skool verwelkom. Verteen-
woordigers van skole waarmee die Laerskool Newtonpark oor dekades heensterk bande opgebou het –waaronder Lorraine, Mount Pleasant, Verkenner, Altona, Framesby, Dr. Viljoen, College Hill, HerbertHurd, Sunridge en DF Malherbe –het saam deel gevormvan die vieringe. Spesiale erkenning is gegee aan dieskool se lojale vennote en borge wiesevolgehoue ondersteuning oordie jare ’n betekenisvolle bydraetot die skool se groei en sukses gelewer het. Onder hulle was PSG Financial Services (Vernon Pieters), Klinicare(Deon Schoeman),
Pick nPay (Dirk Buys), Specsavers(Antonie Wolmerans), Insignio (Elmar Landman), McDonald’s Kaapweg (Frankie) en Mighty Kings &Netball Divas (ReyndersBarnardenChristo Scriven).
Een van diehoogtepunte van dieaand was die viering van die skool se merkwaardige geskiedenis.Wat in Junie1925 beginhet met slegs 18 leerlinge, een klaskamer en een droom in ’n huisopdie hoek van Eerstelaan en Mowbraystraat, het ontwikkel tot een van Gqeberha se mees gevestigde en gerespekteerde laerskole. Gaste is herinner aan dievele mylpale wat die skool oor dieafgelope eeu bereikhet –van dieoprigting van dieeerste permanente skoolgebou in 1930 tot dieontwikkeling van uitstekende sportfasiliteite,die vestiging van geliefde tradisiesendie herdoop van dieskool na die Laerskool Newtonpark in 1995. Nog’nbelangrike hoofstuk is in 2026 geskryf met dieinfaseringvan parallelmedium Engelse onderrig vanaf Graad RenGraad 1. Daar is ook hulde gebringaan elke skoolhoof wat sedert1925 leiding aan dieskool gegee het –vanaf stigtershoof Mej.Damerell tot die huidige leierskap wat die skool met visie en toewyding dievolgende eeu binnelei.Die kernboodskap van dieaand is treffend saamgevat in diewoorde: “Dithet alles beginmet 18 leerlinge, een klaskamer, een droom –en100 jaar later vier ons: Trots op ons verlede. Getrou aan ons tradisies. Gereed virons toekoms.” Met ’n eeu van prestasies agter hulle en ’n opwindende nuwe hoofstuk wat voorlê, het die Laerskool Newtonpark se Eeufees Glansaand opnuut bevestigdat dieskool se grootste nalatenskap nienet in sy geboue of geskiedenis lê nie, maar in diemense wie se lewens oor dieafgelope honderdjaar deur Newtonpark gevormis.
Sibabalwe January PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Youngleaders’authenticvoicesheard
SISKA
MARTIN
“Initiatives suchasthe Matriculant of the Year competition affirm to young people that their voices matter.”
This is according to Leoni Wessels, relationship executive at Absa Premium Business Banking, explaining the bank’s motivation for supporting the University of the Free State (UFS)and Novus Media’s competition. The first entries have already been received.
“When young people are given the opportunity to express themselves and receive recognition, it builds confidence, leadership and identity In acountry facing diversechallenges, this competition reassures young people that their background or circumstances do not definetheir future.”
Two of last year’s finalists, Emile Dawsonand JanédeVilliers, both medicalstudents, agree that taking part in the final round significantly boosted their self-confidence.
“Taking part was amajor stepping stone in building my confidence. It pushedmeout of my comfort zone.
Irealised thattoovercome stage fright, you simply have to stand up and start speaking,” says Dawson, aformer learner of the William Pescod High SchoolinKimberley.
For De Villiers, aformer learner of Hoërskool Witteberg in Bethlehem, participating in the competition
gave her the opportunity to discover anew and better versionofherself
“It took me beyond the boundaries of my comfort zone and gave my confidence an enormous boost.”
Wesselssays the bank’s involvement in the competitionreflects its commitment tobeing an activeforce for growthand progress in South Africa andacross Africa
“Bysupporting young people, we help maketheir stories visible and createopportunities for them to developtheir potential. Thisaligns withour purposeofmaking amean-
ingfuland tangible contribution towardsbuilding sustainable, thriving communities.”
The bankhopes its sponsorship will remind every finalist that their journey is meaningful and theirpotential is limitless.
“Through this platform, we want to help open doors, amplify their unique stories and inspire them to make an impact. We want them to leavebelieving that their story is only just beginning –and that it matters.”
Wessels, who also serves as one of
PROGRAMMEEVOLVESINTOSUSTAINABILITYPHASE:
the competition’s judges, says the top candidatesunderstandsomething very special: “They’re not trying to be someoneelse; they’re authentic –they embracetheir own story!”
Dawson alsoencouragesfinalists to enjoy the experienceand simply be themselves.
“Grab theopportunity anduse it to get to know yourself better, challengeyourself andbuildlasting friendships. Dreambig andenjoy every moment!”saysDeVilliers.
Both studentsalsospoke aboutthe friendshipsthey formedduring the competition,whichmade thetransition to universitymucheasier when they arrivedoncampusatthe beginning of the year
Enternow
Matric learners from across the country whohave excelledinacademics, culture andsport, andwho intend to studyatthe UFS nextyear, areinvited to enter.
Scholarships andprize money worth approximately R500 000 areup for grabsfor thetop 25 participants, thanks to thesponsors UFS Student Recruitment Services, theKovsie Alumni Trust, Forvis Mazars, Absa and Pick nPay Preller Walk.
Learners may enter themselves or be nominated by their schools,providedthe entry forms aresigned by the school principal andbearthe officialschool stamp. Atotal of 25 semifinalists will be selected, from
whom 14 finalists will advance to thefinalround, to be held in Bloemfontein from 5to7October. The winner andfinalists will receiveprize money,scholarshipsand gifts,whilethe semifinalists will alsoreceiveprizes andscholarships. Entriescloseon31July. Scan theQRcode to download the entry form, complete it andreturn it to LindaGreylingatgreylinl@ufs ac.za.She can alsobecontactedfor moreinformation
Isuzu,ReadEducationalTrustschoolsdeepenliteracyimpact
SELBY MADIKANE
PARENTS and learners witnessed the handover of the Rally to Read programme to the DepartmentofEducation by Isuzu Motors SouthAfrica (IMSAf),inpartnership with the Read Education Trust, at Khulile Primary SchoolinMotherwell recently The programme is currentlyinits third yearand has proved its sustainabilitysince it started, as the Gqeberha schools have improved immensely in their literacy programmes. It has been successfully implemented at Khulile Primary School, St Albans Primary and Kayser Ngxwana Primary School.
According to Sibhekaphi Sibanda from the Read Education Trust, the programme has helped to strengthen foundational literacy through a structured model that is abletocombine teacherdevelopment, learner support and community engagement
“The success of theprogramme is clear at Khulile PrimarySchool, since learner performance has been excellent, as the results speak volumes in EnglishFirst Additional LanguageinGrades 3and 4from 2025uptothis year,”saidSibanda.
IMSAf and the ReadEducation Trusthave focused on the programme’s implementation.
The programme hasprovided proper reading materials, teacher workshops, the use of EarlyGrade ReadingAssessment tools to track learner progress, andinitiatives that help learners toread at home.
IMSAfDepartment Executive Affairs, NandiMatomela,said, “The whole purpose of the programme is toensure thatitissustainable.
Through Rally toRead, our major focus hasbeen on buildinga strong literacy foundation while equipping schools with practical tools to sustain progress beyond the programme. We
started the programme by instilling skills in the teachers, parents and learners.
“We aredelighted that the improvements achieved overthis three-year periodreflect the impact of the structured, sustained collaboration, also highlighting the importanceofconsistent support, capacity building, and strong partnerships in driving meaningful change. We remaincommitted to ensuring thatschools are equipped to sustain and build on this progress over the long term,” concluded Matomela.
Department of Education Algoa Central CMC Manager Ntsikelelo Vena said,“We, as the Department of Education, areontop of the world that Isuzu Motors SA have come to our schools’ rescue in promoting and developing literacy programmes at our schools. Thegovernment cannot do this alone, but apartnership with the corporate sector is desperately
needed in our schools. We would like to express our gratitude to Isuzu Motors SA and the Read Education Trust for their significant contributiontothe education of our children.”
Khulile Primary School principal, Linda Nonxuba, saidthe programme has had apositive and meaningful impact at her school since it started three yearsago.
“Our learners areconfident and have improved their reading. The programme has also inspiredour learners. Iwould like to thank Isuzu Motors SA and the Read Education Trust for making asignificant difference in ourlearners’ education.
“I would also like to thank our teachers, who arealways altruistic in making surethat the programme succeeds. Theparents also deserve a round of applause, as they make sure that their children read their books at home.”
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MarketDay/BootSale: St Peter’sCongregational Church,WalterRoad,Charlo,invitesalltotheirmonthly event on Saturday,4July,from 09:00 to 13:00.Stall vendorsset up from 08:00.Entry to the public is free Stall rental is R50.Therewillbeeats, refreshments, fruit and vegetables,clothes,bric-a-brac andtoys,as wellasentertainmentandmusic.ContactDeirdreon 0760678019toreservespace
MarketinthePark: Amarket will be heldonSunday, 5July, weather permitting, at St George’s Park,Central, from 09:00to13:00.Therewillbecrafts, arts, food and bric-a-brac, as well as live music. Stalls are freetocharitiesandchildren.Childrenareencouraged tobringunwantedtoys,books,crafts,etc.tosell.ContactMaureenon0822574691formoreinfo.
National QuiltFestival: DiasQuilters’Guildwill be hosting the 23rdSANational QuiltFestival at CollegiateGirls’High School from 7to11July. The festival will include 104 different workshops, lectures on a variety of topicsand exhibitions. Formoreinfo, visit www.sewawareness2026.co.za
AllBlack Elegance: Enjoyanafternoon of smooth Souland RnBinatimeless, all-blacksetting,with guests invited to dresstoimpressatBoardwalk ICC on 24 July,from18:00.Itwill featuresetsfromtop MetroFMand Radio2000DJs, alongside DJ Young. TicketsfromR200areavailablefromComputicket
Aurora Ladies’Breakfast: Don’t miss the fun at the Aurora Ladies’ Breakfaston25JulyatSlipperfields Farmstyle Venue. Dressup, decorate your tableor bring along acentrepiecetothe theme ‘Winter in Wonderland’andentertowin.GinoFabbriwillprovide entertainment.Tickets areR250 per person.The first 80 ladies gettotravelon the upper deck cruisebus from Aurora with tour guide, Gino Fabbri. Formore info or to buytickets, contactNickyat041 3683180 orfundraiser@aurorasa.co.za.
FunRun: The BluewaterBay Surf LifesavingClub will have their annual fun runon18Julyfrom14:00 at the club.This is a5km fun event with five‘waterholes along the route. The dresscode is red, white and/ or black. Entry is R100 per booklet of fivetickets for ‘refreshments’ –numbered tickets areallocated to numberedwatering holes 1to5.Under18s enteratR50,with nobooklet.Bring some cash to buy somethingtoeat afterthe run.Raffle ticketsatR100 (cash) will be available.Prizes include atwo-night stay fortwo peopleatthe Knysna Elephant Park and atwo-night stay fortwo peopleatToorwaterSpa Entryforms availableatBWBSLCorper emailfrom elzetvosloo@gmail.com.Entries close at 13:55 on the day. Rugbywill beavailable on abig screen. Forinfo, contactElzet on 072435 4324orCathyon082 571 5990
Becoming South African: Vafa Naraghi’s ‘Becoming South African’iscoming to Boardwalk ICCfor an evening of laughter,insight and thought-provoking storytelling on 31 July, at 19:00.Drawing on hisexperiences growing up as aPersian boyinMahikeng and living across South Africa, Vafa explores identity, cultureand belonging throughsharp wit and heartfelt humour.Tickets from R180are availablefrom Webtickets
VWSA GolfDay: The VWSA Golf Daywill takeplace on 7August,at the Wedgewood Golf Course,inaid of the Mr Shakes Foundation. Shotgun startsat12:00 The Four Ball cost is R2,500,and the TeeBox cost is alsoR2,500.Tobookorfor moreinfo,contactStefan onstefan@steamm.co.zaor0788005527
Juan Boucher: The popular singer bringshis ‘Afrikaans op Toer’tothe stageatBoardwalk ICCon7 August,at19:30.TicketsfromR230areavailablefrom opentickets.co.za VoiceofCourageFashionShow: Don’t miss the showatBoardwalkICCon14August,at18:00.Hosted byBoardwalkHotelandCasinoandCamelotSpa,the event will showcasestriking runway collections, live entertainment and uplifting storiesthat celebrate resilienceand empowerment.Proceeds will support YokhuseloHaven and CommunityChest.Tickets fromR200areavailablefromWebtickets.
Robin Pieters -LiveProduction: ‘EmpowerHer Resilience’,the liveproduction, will hit the stageat Boardwalk ICCon15August, at 20:00.Robin Pieters will be blending music, storytelling and motivational speaking to celebratethe strength and resilience of women. TicketsfromR200 areavailablefrom Webtickets
TheSoil-HeritageFestival:Don’tmisstheAfropop showwith The Soil on 26 September at Boardwalk ICCat19:00.Renownedfor their soulfulharmonies and captivating stagepresence, TheSoil will deliver anunforgettableliveperformance.TicketsfromR250 areavailablefromWebtickets
Gqeberha Central Men’sShed: Theymeetevery Mondayfrom10:30 to 12:00 at Caritas, 16 West Street,NewtonPark(betweenTigerWheelandNewtonPark Spar). Amen’s shed is aspace where men canrelax, gettogether to talk, work together,have acup of coffee and create friends.All ages arewelcome.Formoreinfo,WhatsAppWillieat0711423771 Caritas ServiceCentre: Theywelcome senior citizens to becomemembers. Meals areavailableon order daily. The tearoom is open every second Friday of the month.Trigym,pilates and line dancing fitness sessions areheldMondays to Thursdays.A blood pressureclinicisavailablemonthly. TheCentrealso providesalibrary,artsand crafts,canasta,knitting
groups and social outings.Thehall at 16 West Street Newton Park, is alsoavailablefor weddings and parties. Contact066 111 2497 MondaystoFridays,from 08:30to12:30.
RELIGIOUS:
HealingandDeliverance:The next meeting will take placeonSaturday,4July,at10:00inHall4attheWord of Faith ChristianCentre on thecorner of William MoffettExpresswayandLillyStreet,MangoldPark.All arewelcome.Freeofcharge CityLightsChurch: Thisfamily-style,Bible-based church is affiliated with theAdvancegroup of churches.We meet every Sunday at 09:30 at TheEP Badminton Hall at theend of Alan DriveinWalmer Downs.WhatsAppDaveat0849999197forinfo. Hi’sPlace Developing Centre: Achurch and healing serviceisheldevery Sunday morningat09:00.All are welcome. Directions: DrivefromGqeberhaonOld Cape Road,1.6kmpastthe Wedgewood GolfCourse
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LeoniWessels (relationship executive at Absa Premium BusinessBanking) with former finalists EmileDawsonand Jané de Villiers. PHOTO: CHARL DEVENISH
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USEMANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:1536, LORRAINE
PHYSICALADDRESS:20VOSGESAVENUE
APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: MICHELLE NORTJE
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor:
1.ConsentUsetopermitErf1536,Lorrainetobeusedfora ChildCareFacility
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Membersofthe public areinvited to submit comments, objections, or intervener status using the Comments & ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002, SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.govza onorbefore13August2026.
Personswith disabilitieswho are not abletoemail may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodelivers comments, objections, or representationswill be notified if ahearing istobeheldin respectoftheapplication.
(Comments submitted after the said datewillbeconsidered invalid.)
NM10062556-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THENELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USEMANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:REMAINDER OF 2456, KABEGA
PHYSICALADDRESS: 26 BENMOREROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERSTRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: DIEAPOSTOLIESE GELOOF SENDING VANSUID-AFRIKA GEMEENTE VANKABEGA
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLandUseScheme,2023 bytherelaxationofbuildinglinesofRemainderof Erf2456,Kabega
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Membersofthe public areinvited to submit comments objections, or intervener status usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002, SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.govza onorbefore13August2026.
Personswith disabilitieswho are not abletoemail may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodelivers comments, objections,or representationswill be notified if ahearing istobeheldin respectoftheapplication.
(Comments submitted after the said datewillbeconsidered invalid.)
NM10062550-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USEMANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN:516, MILLPARK PHYSICALADDRESS: 03 REITZ ROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: GREGORYARTHURAND NATALIE BALL
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLandUseScheme,2023 bytherelaxationofbuildinglinesofErf516,MillPark
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Membersofthe public areinvited to submit comments objections, or intervener status using the Comments & ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002, SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Personswith disabilitieswho are not abletoemailmay contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodelivers comments, objections,or representationswill be notified if ahearing istobeheldin respectoftheapplication.
(Comments submitted after the said datewillbeconsidered invalid.)
NM10062553-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON
MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:285,KABEGA
PHYSICALADDRESS: 12 VANPLETTENBERG STREET
APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERSTRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF:GRACE INDEPENDENT BAPTIST CHURCH
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLUSRegulationsbythe rezoningofErf285,Kabega,fromSingleResidentialZone 1toCommunityZone1
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublic areinvitedtosubmit comments objections, or intervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za
onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho are notabletoemail may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson who deliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication
(Comments submittedafterthe said date willbeconsidered invalid.)
NM10062555-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:1551, MOUNT PLEASANT
PHYSICALADDRESS: 39 BLUMBERG ROAD
APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERSTRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF:RIAANALBERTUS VAN VUUREN
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.ConsentUsetopermitErf1551,MountPleasanttobe usedforanOldAgeHome.
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Membersofthe public areinvitedtosubmit comments objections, or intervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho are notabletoemail may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson who deliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication
(Comments submittedafterthe said date willbeconsidered invalid.)
NM10062672-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:ERF 39,LORRAINE
PHYSICALADDRESS: 16 LILLE ROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJEWEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC TOWN PLANNING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF:THE PROVINCIALSECRETARY AND THE SUPERINTENDENT –GENERALOF EDUCATION ANDAS SUCH THE EDUCATIONALTRUSTEES
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor:
1.TheRemovalofRestrictiveConditions1.(a.–b.)and2 (c.)containedinTitleDeedNo.T9899/1949applicableto Erf39LorraineintermsofSection47oftheSPLUMA.
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublic areinvitedtosubmit comments objections, or intervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002, SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za
onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho are notabletoemail may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson who deliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication
(Comments submittedafterthe said date willbeconsidered invalid.) NM10062552-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION
IN TERMS OF SECTION71OFTHE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN:120,THEESCOMBE PHYSICALADDRESS: 120NASSAUAVENUE
APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC
ON BEHALF OF: TREVOR GAVINJOHNSTON Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLandUseScheme,2023 bytheRezoningofErf120,Theescombe,1,7365ha,from SingleResidentialZone1toSpecialPurposeZone; 2.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLandUseScheme,2023 bytherelaxationofbuildinglinesofErf120,Theescombe. Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublicare invitedtosubmitcomments, objections,orintervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing: (1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho arenot able to email may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodeliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication.
(Commentssubmittedafterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10062554-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION71OFTHE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN:2594, PORTELIZABETH CENTRAL PHYSICALADDRESS: 13 PEARSON STREET APPLICANT:MAARTJEWEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: CEDAR CREEKPROPERTIES 56 (PTY) LTD
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLUSRegulationsbythe rezoningofErf2594,PortElizabethCentral,fromGeneral ResidentialZone3toGeneralResidentialZone2
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublicare invitedtosubmitcomments, objections,orintervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing: (1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho arenot able to email may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodeliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication.
(Commentssubmittedafterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10062671-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION71OFTHE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN:ERF 38,LORRAINE PHYSICALADDRESS: 12 DIJON ROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJEWEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC TOWN PLANNING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF: THE PROVINCIALSECRETARY AND THE SUPERINTENDENT –GENERALOF EDUCATIONANDAS SUCH THE EDUCATIONAL TRUSTEES
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheRemovalofRestrictiveConditions1.(a.–b.)and2 (c.)containedinTitleDeedNo.T21214/1966applicableto Erf38LorraineintermsofSection47oftheSPLUMA. Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublicare invitedtosubmitcomments, objections,orintervenerstatus usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing: (1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto (2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilitieswho arenot able to email may contactMs. Williamsat2nd Floor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha TelNo.0415061813
Aperson whodeliverscomments, objections, or representations willbenotifiedifahearing is to be held in respectoftheapplication. (Commentssubmittedafterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10062551-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN: ERF 532, SUNRIDGE PARK PHYSICALADDRESS: 19 GILLONROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC TOWN PLANNING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF:TRUSTEES FORTHE TIME BEING OF OSCAR KREUSCH TRUST
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheRemovalofRestrictiveConditionsC.4.andC.5 (a.–d.)containedinTitleDeedNo.T327/2026applicable toErf532SunridgeParkintermsofSection47ofthe SPLUMA
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublic areinvited to submit comments, objections, or intervener status usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing: (1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilities who arenot able to email may contactMs. Williams at 2ndFloor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813.
Aperson who delivers comments,objections, or representations will be notified if ahearingistobeheldin respectoftheapplication
(Commentssubmitted afterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10062670-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN: ERF 774, COTSWOLD PHYSICALADDRESS: 73 BURT DRIVE APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF:JACOBUS PHILLIPUS MEIRINGAND IRENE MEIRING Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.TheRemovalofRestrictiveConditionsB.5.andB.6 (a.–d.)containedinTitleDeedNo.T101630/2003 applicabletoErf774CotswoldintermsofSection47of theSPLUMA
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublic areinvited to submit comments, objections, or intervener status usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002 SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilities who arenot able to email may contactMs. Williams at 2ndFloor, LillianDiedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha, TelNo.0415061813.
Aperson who delivers comments,objections, or representationswill be notified if ahearingistobeheldin respectoftheapplication
(Commentssubmitted afterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10063536-PX010726
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN: 635, MILLPARK PHYSICALADDRESS: 3WEMBLEYROAD APPLICANT:MAARTJE WEYERS TRADING AS ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF:REINETTE EVEHARINGTON Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1.Theremovalofconditions2.B.(1.–3.)containedinthe TitleDeedNo.T96530/2002applicabletoErf635,Mill ParkintermsofSection47oftheSPLUMA; 2.TheamendmentoftheNMBMMLandUseScheme,2023 bytherelaxationofbuildinglinesoftherearbuildingline provisionsfrom1,5mto0mandstreetbuildingline provisionsfrom3mto2,7mofErf635,MillPark Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemailtomaartje@route2.co.za
Members of thepublic areinvited to submit comments, objections, or intervener status usingthe Comments& ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMBylaw,withclearreasonsin respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1)TheApplicant,PostnetSuitex121,PrivateBagX0002, SunridgePark,6008,Cell:0823753662,and email:maartje@route2.co.za, andacopysentto
(2)TheExecutiveDirector:HumanSettlements, POBox9,PortElizabeth6000;c/o e-mailawilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore13August2026.
Persons with disabilities who arenot able to email may contactMs. Williams at 2ndFloor, Lillian Diedericks Building,No.191GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha TelNo.0415061813.
Aperson who delivers comments,objections, or representations will be notified if ahearingistobeheldin respectoftheapplication (Commentssubmitted afterthe said date will be considered invalid.)
NM10063535-PX010726
LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is herebygiven in termsofRegulation68of theDeedsRegistries Act, 1937, of theintention to applyfor theissue of a certifiedcopy of:Deedof Transfer Number T71760 /2006CTN Passedby: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality In favour of: NozukoMavis Mbambo,ID: 670609 0653 08 6— Unmarried Property: Erf 7685 Walmer, in theNelson MandelaBay Metropolitan Municipality Division ofPort Elizabeth, Provinceofthe EasternCape
The deed hasbeenlostor destroyed. All interested persons with objections must lodgethem in writingwiththe Registrar of DeedsatQonce within two weeksofthe date of publication of this notice
DatedatPortElizabeth on 25 June 2026 Nozuko MavisMbambo Applicant: TasneemFredericks LPCM 85811 FredericksInc 12ABrookes on theBay, BeachRoad, Humewood,6001 tasneem@fredericksinc.co.za 041-363-8506
LOST OR DESTROYED
DEED
Notice is hereby given in terms of regulation 68 of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to apply for the issued of acertified copy of Notarial Deed of Cession SK7864/2005S passed by
BEULAH BARNARD, Identity Number 591110 0131 08 8 and JOHANNES JACOBUS
BARNARD, Identity Number 560807 5100 086, Married in community of property to each other in favour of DANIEL JACOBUS JACOBS, Identity Number 611116 5090 084, Married out of community of property in respect of An Exclusive Use Area described as GARDEN G22, measuring 52 (Fifty Two) square metres in extent as shown and more fully described on Sectional Plan No SS 168/1991 in the scheme kn own as GLENFIELD in respect of the landand building or buildings situated at KABEGA, IN THE NELSON MANDELAMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY,whichhas been lost or destroyed. All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby requiredtolodge the same in writing with the REGISTRAR OF DEEDS: EASTERN CAPE at QONCE within two weeks from the date of the publication of this notice. Dated at Bellville this 22 June 2026.
Applicant STRA USS DA LY ATTORNEYS, First Floor, Unit 13 Canal Edge One, Carl Cronje Road, TygerWaterfront, Bellville jvanwyk@straussdaly.co.za 021 914 8233
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LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is hereby given in termsofRegulation 68 of theDeeds Registries Act, 1937,ofthe intention to apply for the issue of acertified copy of DEED OF TRANSFER NO. ST27085/ 2006CTN passed by MILES
WILLIAM ROSSER, Identity No.720621 5137 08 0, Married out of community of propertyand KERRI-LYNN ROSSER, Identity No. 770517 0014 08 5, Married out of community of property in favourofPATRICK WACHIRAMUREITHI,Born on 3September 1976 and TH ANDI L EM UREITH I, IdentityNo. 800828 0538 08 8, MarriedinCommunity of Property to eachother in respectofcertainSECTION NO. 6MARIACOURT, situate at PORT ELIZABETH CENTRALINTHE NELSON MANDELA METROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY, Measuring 89 (EightyNine) Square Meters whichhas beenlost or destroyed.
All person havingobjection to theissue of such copy are hereby requiredtolodge the same in writingwith the Registrar of Deeds: Eastern Cape at Qoncewithin two weeks afterthe date of the publicationofthisnotice.
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LearnersshineinGrowsmartEducationalProgrammecompetition
SELBY MADIKANE
THE community of Khulile Primary School took pride in their sixlearners who raised the flag of their school during the Growsmart Educational Programmecompetition thattook place at Steve Biko House in Buffalo City Municipality recently.
According to Khulile Primary English educator, Nelly Yalolo, their six learners who received thecertificates participated in the LevelOne Englishspelling and Mathematics competition, which started at Algoa College in April.
Yalolo said that theirlearners excelled in English and Mathematics at the regional level. “Our learners excelled in spelling, sentence construction and general knowledge.”
Khulile PrimaryMathematics educator Alfred Nelani said that their children worked wondersinmentalMathematics and wordprob-
igence has finally paidoff.” Nelani said, “The daily practices have assisted our learners. These learners arehighly confident and display high self-esteem. Ourjourney ended at Level Two in Buffalo City Municipality. We areveryproud of theseboys and girls.”
Khulile Primary principal Linda Nonxuba, who was delighted, told PE Express that the GrowsmartEducational Programme is aprogramme that hosts curriculum-based school competitions for learnersinGrades 4, 5and 6inliteracy, storywriting and Mathematics.
Thelearnersdisplaying their certificates are, from left,KhayoneLukwe, AvekuhleBoltina, Ithandile Thomas (all Grade 6 participants), ImangeDyantyi(Grade5 Mathsparticipant), AndileKantiand Kuhle Mpati(both Grade 6Mathsparticipants), with their educators, Nelly Yalolo (Englisheducator)and Alfred Nelani (Maths educator).
lems. “Our learners shone in speed numbers done orally in 25 minutes, counting, BODMAS and word problems,” said Nelani.
Both educators expressed their satisfaction with the performance of their learners in the Growsmart Educational Programme competition
PHOTO: SELBY MADIKANE
Yalolo said,“We areveryproud of these learners because they showed characterand resilience while they were far from their school. Theirdil-
Weekendsportsnews,results,upcomingfixtures
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Young CosmosFCwin big in WAFA PremierLeague
ONE of Walmer Football Association’s(WAFA) oldest sides, Young Cosmos FC, made history when they scored 35 leaguegoals at Walmer Community Fieldsover the weekend.
Cosmos thrashedBay Celtics FC 23-0 in aone-sided affair on Saturday. Cosmos continued their winning spreeafter they thumped Young Chiefs FC 12-2 on Sunday Since the start of the season,Cosmos have managed to score 91 leaguegoals in their 18 gamesso far
WAFA Premier League log leaders, Golden Heroes FC, recordedan impressive 4-2 triumph over Morning StarsFConSaturday.Heroes played to a1-1 draw against Mabayibone Strikers FC on Sunday. Strikers claimed awell-deserved3-0 win overMighty Eagles on Saturday
GhettoStars FC earned ahardfought 3-2 win over Mr XCaders FC on Saturday. Bay Celtics FC suffered a2-0 loss to Mr XCaders FC on Sunday. Eleven Experience FC registered a6-0 victoryover Peace UnitedFC, while Walmer Stars FC shared agoalless draw with Valley United on Saturday.
Twofor Joy FC were held to a3-3 draw by Walmer Hotspurs FC,with Morning Stars FC going down2-0 to Eleven Experience FC on Sunday.
Real Crusaderswin derbyagainst ShiningStars
REAL CrusadersFCmanagedto overcome their old rivalsand neighbours, Shining Stars, FC 1-0, during their tough Zwide Football Association (ZWIFA) PremierLeague encounter thattook place at Zwide Celtics Grounds on Sunday. Crusaders arrived with only11 players. Crusaders’marksman, Chuma Parker Ntoyabo, bangedin an early goal in the 10th minute. Crusaders crucified Kuyasa United Brothers FC 4-1atZwide Celtics Grounds on Saturday. Thetwo victories showed that Crusaders are serious aboutclinching theleague trophy. On the other hand,Stars gave GalCity FC an 8-0hidingat Zwide Celtics Grounds on Saturday as well.
Mwalimu AllStars FC, whoare logleaders in their Premier League stream, secured ahard-fought 2-1 victory over MajorChiefsSports Club at GalCity Grounds on Saturday.
All Stars couldnot play against Strikers United FC, whofailed to turn up for their game at Gal City Grounds on Sunday.
OtherZWIFAPremierLeagueresults:
• Young Romans FC 2-2 Zwide Pirates FC AmadamaraFC3-0 Golden Aces FC
• Gal City0-(2) w/oAmadamaraFC
• NUBSFC4-0 Zwide CelticsFC
• SophakamaFC0-3 Major Chiefs Sports Club
ZWIFASuperLeagueresults:
Young BrothersFC4-1 Amadamara FC B
• Garvey United FC 0-5Shining StarsFCB
• ZwideCeltics1-0KuyasaUnitedBrothersFC Young KillersFC1-5 Real CrusadersFCB
• GarveyUnited0-(2)w/oAmadamaraFCB
• MightyHeroesFC(2) w/o- Shining Stars FC B
• Real CrusadersFCB 3-4Black StarsFC
SparksMasters continueimpressive form in NMB Masters &Legends FootballAssociationLeague
MOTHERWELL-based side Sparks Masters continued their impressive form when they overcamethe tough Brothers of Peace Masters 3-1during their home clashatMotherwell NU 9Community GroundsonSunday. Since the start of the season, Sparks Masters have a100% winning record in the six games they have played. They have collected 18 points, managedtoscore 21 goals, andconceded five. Their impressive performance keeps them on awinning track
Chatty Masters are hotonthe heels of Sparks. The Chatty side hasnot tasted defeat, andhave only drawn twicesince the league season started. On Sunday, Chatty hosted Barcelona Masters, whomthey edged 4-0 at Chatty Sports Fields.
VW Masters shared agoalless draw with AmaUnits Masters at VW People’s Pavilion Stadium in Kariega on Sunday. Villagers Masters secured a 3-2victory overUitenhage Legends at VW People’s PavilionStadium on
Sunday.
Young Pirates FC claimed anarrow-margin 2-1 triumph over Joe Slovo Masters at VW People’s Pavilion Stadium on Sunday as well.
Veeplaas Masters hammered Soweto Masters 6-1 at FunimfundoPrimary School in Veeplaas. Chathaza
All Stars Masters earned a4-3 victory overWalmer United Masters at Shining Stars GroundsonSunday Khayelitsha Masters went down2-0 to UncedoTaxiAssociation at Dana Fields in Kariega, while Eleven Attackers Masters worked their socks off to earn ahard-fought 2-1 triumph overZwide Masters at Motherwell NU 6CommunityGrounds on Sunday.
Bay Masters snatched a2-1 win overZinyoka Bay Tigers Masters at Khwezi Lomso ComprehensiveHigh School Grounds. Algoa Bus Company went down 4-2 to Uitenhage Masters at MotherwellNU9 Community Grounds on Sunday.
PE AllStars Masters saw themselves go down 4-0 to Motherwell All Stars FC Masters, while Walmer Masters shared a3-3 draw with Young Bucks FC Masters at Walmer Wallabies RFC Grounds on Sunday
NMB-IFA hostsgamesatdifferent venuesonSunday NELSON Mandela Bay-Industrial Football Association (NMB-IFA) continued with theirleague programmes at different venues on Sunday.
Nonxuba said, “Growsmart is the proper platformthat helps in the development of literacy and numeracy. We have noticed that our learners do better in class. This initiative helps our learners to be future innovators and boosts their logical thinking as well. Iwould like to thank our teachers and learners for this great achievement.”
ShatterprufeStruandaleGrounds: Adient PPC beat Black Magic 2-1, while Fomoco Fordbeat Forvia PortElizabeth 5-3. Tenneco Ride Control SA (Pty) Limited hammered Shatterprufe Neave 7-0. Volpes shared a1-1 draw with Shatterprufe Struandale. Môrewag Primary School: Tradekor claimed acommanding 3-1 victory over DairyGroup. Continental Tyres won by default over Valeo. Purem Eberspacher also won on soft points over Willard Auto-X. Sovereign Foods lost by default to Mondelez Bridgemead Field: To the dismay of fans, Kanu failed to pitch up for theirgame against TritonExpress, and Borbet SA (Pty) Ltd won by default over Dana. Key-Pak went down 3-1 to Sasko. Benteler claimed ahard-fought 4-3 victoryover Resrgr Rehau.
NMB-IFAupcomingfixtureson5July: ShatterprufeStruandale: 09:00 ShatterprufeStruandale-Key-Pak
• 10:30Benteler –ShatterprufeNeave
• 12:00 Sasko- BorbetSA(Pty) Ltd
• 13:30 Dana –Continental Tyres
MôrewagPrimarySchool:
• 09:00 TennecoRideControl SA (Pty)Ltd 10:30ForviaPort Elizabeth –Volpes
• 12:00 WillardAuto-X- Mondelez
• 13:30 Adient PPC-Purem by Eberspacher
BridgemeadField:
• 09:00 Sovereign Foods –ResrgrRehau
• 10:30 Dairy Group –Black Magic 12:00 Triton Express- Tradekor
