AfricanSwineFeveroutbreakdetectedinSherwood
CONCERN for public health hasbeenraised in theSherwood area of Gqeberha after the NelsonMandela Bay Municipality confirmed an outbreak of AfricanSwine Fever amongpigs in the Grogro informalsettlement.
The municipality has moved swiftly to contain the situation followingreportsof multiple pig deaths in the arealastweek.
Municipal EnvironmentalHealth teams, working alongside State VeterinaryServices, confirmed the presence of the disease after initial concerns that the deaths may have been linked to poisoning
According to the Municipality’s Director for Environmental Health, Dr PatricNodwele,officials initially suspected poisoning when they arrived at the scene
“Upon arrival on site, our initial suspicion was possible poisoning,” saidNod-
wele.“And after engaging State Veterinary Services and conducting tests, the finaldiagnosiswas AfricanSwine Fever.”
What is African SwineFever?
African Swine Fever is ahighly contagious viraldisease that affects domesticand wild pigs. Itdoesnot pose arisktohumanhealth, but it is often fatalfor infected pigs and can spreadrapidlythroughpig populations.
The virus is commonly associated with wild pigspecies and spreads throughdirect contact between infected animals
Municipal officials havelinked the outbreakto free-roaming domesticpigsinthe Grogro informal settlement, potentially coming intocontact with wildpigsinsurrounding areas.
Following confirmation of the disease, Environmental HealthPractitionersand veterinaryservices carried out community
awareness campaigns in the affected area
Carcasses were safely removedand disposed of according to environmental and public health protocols, with ongoing monitoring in placetocontain the outbreak.
Concernsover public health andenforcement
Despite containment efforts,concernshave been raised over the presenceofdecomposing animalcarcasses and theriskthisposes to the localenvironment.
BillHarington,a FreedomFront Plus councillor,saidthe situation reflects seriousfailures in enforcement. “Reports of deadpigslying openly at dumpingsites are unacceptable in any community,” he said
He addedthat municipal bylaws require livestockowners to properly contain animals
“The uncontrolled movement of pigs high-
lights abreakdown in enforcement. Owners areresponsible forensuring animals do not create anuisance or health hazard,” Haringtonsaid. He called forurgentintervention,includingcarcass removal,stricterbylawenforcement andimprovedmonitoring of roaming livestock.
According to the Municipality,the outbreakremainscontained andisbeing closely monitored in collaboration with veterinary authorities
Officials have urgedresidents in the Sherwoodareatoreport anyunusual animal deaths andtoavoid handlingorconsuming meat from unknown or dead livestock.
Themunicipality says earlydetection and coordinatedresponse remain criticaltopreventing furtherspread of African Swine Feverincommunities wheredomestic and wild animals mayinteract.
Waterrestoredafter21-dayoutageblamedonclosedvalve
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
RESIDENTS in parts of Ward 8inNelson MandelaBay have had their water supply restored after more than 21days, withthe disruptionultimately being traced toa closed valve.
Last week, PE Express reported growing frustration among residents in areas such as Montmedy Road, Longwy Avenue, Sedan Avenue and Birdsong Street, where households had been left without water for over three weeks.
During aspecial Nelson Mandela Bay councilmeeting on Wednesday, 13 May, Ward 8councillor, Gustav Rautenbach, raisedurgent concerns, saying parts of Lorraine and Kamma Park had experienced
extended outages that could notbesolely attributed to recent floods.
He added thatthe Department of Water Workshad been unable to locate the fault and called for urgent intervention.
“Water is abasic right,” he said, also urgingthe establishment of an independent investigation panel to determine the root cause of repeated failures.
Residents took to social media to express angerand frustrationover the prolonged disruption.
One resident said they hadexperienced more outages in the past six months than inthe previous 15 years, while others called for urgent infrastructure repairs and even legal action against the municipality for negligence.
On 14 May, Rautenbach saidhehad finally gained the attentionofExecutive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe after what he described as a“long andrelentless fight” on behalfof affected residents.
In alater update on 16 May, thecouncillorconfirmed thata jointinspection with the Department of Waterworks teams had identified aclosed valve at thecorner of Montmedy andNancy Streets.
Residents were urged to check their taps as supply restorationbegan.
“A teamfrom Waterworks and Iconducted further inspections of the watervalves andfound thatone of the valves… was closed,”Rautenbachshared. He hassince confirmed to PE Express that water hasbeen restored to allresidentsin
theaffected area.
Meanwhile, in astatement issued on 18 May, theNelson MandelaBay Municipality confirmed that allwater treatment works in themetro were operating at fullcapacity.
However, several zones continue to experience pressure issues and intermittent supply.
Areas such as Chelsea, Fairbridge Heights, and partsofMotherwellremain under strain due to lowreservoir levels, while others including Greenbushes, Lovemore Heights, and theAirport zone have shownsignificant recovery. At thetime, Chelsea Reservoir wascritically lowat11%, while Motherwell remained at 14%.
BaakensValleyrestorationunderwayafterstormdamage
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
RECENT storms have left the Baakens Valley trail network severely damaged, with years of trail-building work washed away by flooding and erosion across one of Nelson Mandela Bay’s most valued outdoor spaces.
The extensive network, maintained by the local mountain biking organisation, FatTracks Mountain Bike Club, suffered widespread destruction following the severe weather that battered parts of the metro.
According to the organisation, more than 20 kilometres of trails were affected, with large sections washed out, eroded, or left unsafe for public use. Collapsed trail sections,damaged infrastructure and deep erosion have rendered several areas unrideable.
Trail users have been urgedto exercise extreme caution while repair work continues, as many sections remain hazardous.
The damage forms part of the broader impact caused by recent flooding across Nelson Mandela Bay, wheremunicipalteams continue with recovery and reliefoperations in affected communities.
FatTracks chairman, Marius Olivier, said that despite the extent of the destruction, efforts to restore the valley began almost immediately after the storms.
“FatTracks is not responsible for the maintenance and repair of the trails, but we have amemorandumofunderstandingwith the municipality whereby we undertake basic trail maintenance to keep the Baakens Valley safe and user-friendly for mountain biking, trail running, walking and hik-
ing,” hesaid.
Oliviersaid theclub considers itself custodiansofthe trails and hasalreadystarted repair work followingthe recent storm damage.
“Thebridges andriver crossings thatwebuiltfor hikers, cyclists and walkers were washed away,” he shared.
Representatives fromFatTracks met with themunicipalityonFriday, 22 May,todiscuss restoration efforts
“Weagreed to work together to
assess the damage and prioritise areas that need urgent repairs,” he shared He saidcommittee members,volunteers, engineers and sponsors have already steppedintoassist withexpertise and materials. Among the immediatematerialsneeded aresoil to filleroded areas and dongas,G5compactible soil, gravel,crush, pallets, wooden planks, wooden poles, wire,mesh, long nails, rope,spades, wheelbarrows,stampers, petrol compactors and chainsaws.
FatTracks said offers of heavy machinery, particularly earthmovingequipment such as TLBs, wouldbeinvaluable in assisting withthe large-scale restoration work
In aflood response update issued on 21 May, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipalitysaid teams from Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Health and Disaster Management remain on the ground attendingtomop-up operations and infrastructure assessmentsacross the metro.
“Importantly, no lives werelost during thiscrisis, demonstrating the preparedness, coordination and swift response of the NMBM Disaster Management teams and all stakeholders involved,” the municipality said.
The municipality added that PublicHealth teams had undertaken extensive tree-clearing operations following the storms.
“All reported trees obstructing traffic have been cleared, while teams remain on siteattending to remaining matters, particularly trees located on private properties,”the municipality said.
The metro further confirmed that recovery and rebuilding processes are already being planned.
“Following the classification of the disaster, the Municipalitywill reprioritise budgets across directorates and is consolidating damages in order to apply for grants aimed at the repair and reconstruction of flood-damaged infrastructure,”the municipality said.
As part of broader disaster relief efforts, assistance has also been distributed to flood-affected residents housed at shelters in Ward 33 through apartnership between the municipality and the Al-Imdaad Foundation.
“The Al-Imdaad Foundation donated essential relief items, which weredistributed through the Municipality’s Disaster Management Sub-Directorate to assist families affected by the recent floods,” the municipality said.
“The donation reflects aspirit of care, compassion and solidarity with communities facing hardship during thisdifficultperiod.”
For more information contact Marius Oliver at marius@fattracks.co.za
Trail users have been urged to exerciseextremecaution whilerepair work continues, as many sectionsofthe Baakens Valley remainhazardous. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Communityunitestosupportchildrenfollowingstormdamage
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
WHEN crisis strikes,one thing residents of Gqeberha can alwaysrely on is the extraordinary heart of the people of NelsonMandela Bay
From supporting vulnerable animals to standing behind children in need,thisisa community that consistently showsupwhen it matters most.
Earlierthis month, the MTR Smit Children’s Haven —a home caring for 84 vulnerable children —made an urgent publicappeal for assistanceafter severe storm damage left partsofits facility badly affected.
Theorganisation called for donations of both perishableand non-perishablefood to help sustain daily meals until expected State funding is received at the end of May.
Senior social worker, Maliska Gravett,explained that the appeal came at atime when the haven was alreadyunder pressuredue to delayed subsidies.
“We made our first plea before the floods andsevere weather because we have not yet received our subsidies that were dueinApril,” Gravettshared
She added that the initial response from the public was immediate and deeply appreciated
“The first plea was to ask for support for our pantry. Restaurant owners and individuals came forward, we had deliveriesdone, and then aweek later, thebig stormhit.”
Once again, the response reflectedthe spirit of the cityknown as theFriendlyCity.
The same community of Nelson MandelaBay came together to help rebuild SPCAUitenhage during atime of uncertaintyearlierthis year, raisingmore than R2.7 million to secure its future.
In the case of the children’s haven, the recent stormcaused significant structural damage,
includingthe collapseofawall, and damage to rooftops, electric fencing, and the security gate motor
Gravettdescribedthe impact on already limited resources. “The gate motor was recently replaced at acost of R20,000 beforebeing damaged again,” she said
She added that the damage escalated quickly after severe weather,including hail and flooding, resulting in an estimated R130,000 in losses.While insured,the organisation must still cover a10% co-payment.
Despitethe challenges, she said community support has been overwhelming.
“We have had so much support; we have enough food until the end of the month,” she shared. “You can imagine how many groceries are needed. Schools, restaurant owners,churches, individuals—thereisalways
aspecial thank you to those who ask not to be named and so many whocame forward to help.”
Shealsohighlighted ongoing maintenance needsdue to the age of the facility.
“With allofthe damage,running so many households,the houses built in 1980, thereis always something that needstobedone.”
The organisation, whichstarted in 1918 in response to the influenza-era crisis that left many childrenorphaned, was established in a small towninthe northern part of the Eastern Cape
“When COVID happened,wecame full circle; it was like deja vu,” Gravett said, reflecting on itslong history of responding to crises affectingvulnerable children.
In 1987, the haven moved to Gqeberha onto land donated by aformer mayor of the metro.
“We take care of 83 children; 76 are state subsidised, and they live in seven different houses,” Gravett explained. “It’s like running multiple households.”
There are around nine to 14 children per household across the facility.
The children are not orphaned but have been placed therebythe State due to abandonment, neglect, or abuse.
“Sometimes they come for two years at a time and other times it’s longer,” Gravett said.
While the organisation is non-profit and non-governmental, it remains dependent on subsidies from the Department of Social Development, which are often delayed.
“We are subsidised by the Department of Social Development and our financial year runs from 1April to the end of March,”she said.
Beyond immediatecare, the haven focuses on life skills development for older children, using donated tools and equipment for practical training.
“We prepare our older children —how to run abudget, how to screw alightbulb; any of thosepractical things that people are not using, we are open to receiving them,”Gravett said. “What we cannot use we will share with an organisation that has adire need.”
The organisation also operates aFriday thrift shop from 09:00 to 14:00, with proceeds supporting fuel, food, and maintenance costs.
The Haven currently supportschildren from the age of three up until 20. “Our youngest is three, and we usually have children up to before they turn18, but they are allowed if they are still at school or varsity,”Gravettsaid. She added that even small acts of kindness continue to make adifference.
“There are even children who come in with theirpiggy banks —even the smallest contribution,”she said. “It is so heartwarming to us.”
THE Goldrush Foundationand BingoRoyale Cleary Park donatednearlyR400,000 to four localorganisations focusedondignity,education, youth developmentand communitysupport
The Goldrush Foundation and BingoRoyale Cleary Park reaffirmedtheir commitmentto communityupliftmentthrough aseriesof CommunitySocial Investment(CSI) handovers totalling R395,190.90acrossNelson Mandela Bay.
The funding wasdirectedtowards four beneficiary organisations, each addressing critical social needsacrosseducation,youth development, residential care and community feeding.
CheshireHomeClearyEstate—R99,633.28
CheshireHome Cleary Estatereceived R99,633.28 towardsessential medical and sanitary supplies forits 44 residents, including toiletries,nappies, gloves, aprons and OmniFix wound-care products. As anon-profit organisation caring forpeople living withdisabilities,
CheshireHomeCleary Estaterelies heavilyon community and corporatesupporttomaintain the standardofcareits residentsrequire.
Yolandi Te Woldeacceptedthe donation on behalf of theorganisation,expressinggratitude forthe contribution and itsdirectimpactonthe dailywell-being and dignityofresidents
MachiuPrimarySchool—R75,943.00
Machiu Primary School received R75,943.00 forthe repair and upgradingofits ablution facilities, ensuring asafer and more dignified environmentfor learners.This marks thesecond consecutive year the school hasbenefited from theGoldrushFoundation’s CSIprogramme,having previously received funding towardsa classroom.Principal Elroy Rhagosingh accepted the donation,acknowledging the Foundation’s ongoing investmentinthe school and itslearners.
Zuko Phandle from the EasternCapeGambling Board(ECGB)also addressedattendees, outliningthe legislative framework governing regulatedgaming in South Africa andemphasising the importanceofresponsiblegambling
awareness, with particularfocus on educating youngpeopleabout the risksofunderage gambling
NorthernAreasFootballAssociation—R100,297.62
The Northern AreasFootball Association (NAFA) received R100,297.62tosupportits youth football development programmes. Chairman CliveKilianand club administrator Shadia George accepted the donation on behalf of the association NAFA servesbetween 3,000 and4,000 junior and seniorplayers across the Northern Areas, with approximately286 gamesplayedeach weekend. The funding will be directedtowards equipment,administrationand the continued operationofprogrammesthatkeep young peopleactively engaged in sportand away from negative socialinfluences
BelieveandAchieve—R119,317.00
Believeand Achieve, foundedbybrothersKyronand Dylon Kerspuy, received the largest contribution of R119,317.00 to expand itscommunity
outreach
Operating from their base in Chatty11, the organisationcurrentlyfeedsalmost 300people three timesper week.
The funding hasenabled the purchase of a food truck,extendingthe organisation’sreach into neighbouring communities in need Believe and Achievecontinuestogrowasa keycommunitysupportinitiative,providing consistentfood assistance to vulnerable families.This is the second time the organisationhas benefited from the Goldrush Foundation’s CSI programme
AbouttheGoldrushFoundationCSIProgramme The GoldrushFoundation’s CSIprogramme supports organisations thatmakeameasurable differenceinthe communities in whichthey operate. Through targeted investmentineducation,health, sportand social welfare, the Foundation and BingoRoyale ClearyParkcontinue to buildsustainablepartnershipsthataddress real needsand create alasting impactacross NelsonMandela Bayand beyond.
TheMTR Smit Children’sHaven received overwhelming supportfromthe community. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
The Econofoods family is growing once again, and this time, Walmer is next in line to experience the value, variety, and excitement that thousands of customers across South Africa havecome to know andlove.
On 29 May, Econofoodswill officially open the doorstoits brand-newWalmer store in Port Elizabeth -marking the company's fourthstore in PE and its 45th store in South Africa. Includingits
four Lesothostores,this milestonebrings the Econofoods footprinttoan incredibletotal of 49 stores.
For Econofoods, every newstoreopeningisabout more thanjust expansionit is aboutlistening to communitiesand improvinglives through affordable,qualityfood. Andafter growing demand from shoppers in thearea, Walmerwas thenatural next step
“We believe in bringing bettervalue closertothe
EconofoodsExpands with Exciting New Walmer StoreOpening
people,” says the Econofoodsteam. “The community asked, and we listened. Walmer is a vibrant area with incredible people,and we areexcited to become part of thecommunity.”
Customerscan expect thesignature Econofoods shoppingexperience that has made thebrand a householdname: unbeatable prices, bulk packs that help families stretchtheir budgets further,and awidevariety of frozen, chilled, and grocery products all under oneroof. From everyday essentials to excitingmeal solutions, thenew store is designed to help customers save more without compromising on quality
TheWalmerstore openingalso formspartof Econofoods' ongoing missionof“We Improve Lives” -apromise that drives thecompany's
approachtovalue, service, and communityimpact.By creating jobs,supporting local communities, and making quality foodmore affordable, Econofoods continuestobuild stores withpurpose.
To celebrate the grand opening on 29 May, customers are invited to jointhe festivities and experience the new store firsthand. Shoppers can look forward to incredible specials, exciting giveaways, and amazing prizestobe won on the day.
Thecountdown to Walmer has officially begun, and theEconofoods team cannotwait to welcome the communitythrough its doors.
Walmerget ready! Biggervariety, bulkpacks, better value and thebest prices are on theway.
AnnualfetetosupportCheshireHomecaringfordisabledresidents
CHESHIRE Home Summerstrandwillbe hosting itsannual fete on 6Juneaspart of itsfundraising initiatives
Thehomecurrently caresfor 56physically disabled adults and16disabled children,all of whom require specialised care due to trauma, tragedy, or from birth.
Theevent willrun from 08:00 to 13:00 at its premises at 7Gomery Road, Summerstrand,and will feature avibrant mix of private stallholdersalongside the home’s regular stalls,creating alively market-style atmospherefor visitors
Guests can look forward to awide selection of food offerings,including bacon and egg rolls,pancakes, puddings,tea and coffee, cakes, curry and riceand cold drinks,aswellasa meatand vegetables
stall. The fete will also include live entertainment, adding to the festive atmosphere, andanauctionscheduled for10:00, which isexpectedtobeone of the highlights of the morning.
Organisers areencouraging donations of cash,products or services, as well as volunteer support on the day. Thepublic is invitedtoshare the event with friends andfamily to help increase attendance and create awarm, community-driven dayout
Cheshire Home Summerstrand is a non-profit organisation that hasbeen operatingsuccessfully for50years andcontinuestoprovide highstandards of care topeoplewith disabilities in Gqeberha
Donors mayrequest an 18A taxreceipt foreligible contributions.
DanceforacauseatCheckers’‘SilentWellness’event
CHECKERS EasternCapeand the Cancer AssociationofSouth Africawill bringenergy,wellnessand community spirit together with an exciting ‘SilentDancing’ eventaspart of this year’sCuppa For CANSAcampaign.
The event forms partofCheckers EasternCape’swellness approach for 2026 and promises aunique experience where supporters can dance for agood cause while promoting health, positivity and cancer awareness.
Owing to the availability of 100 headphone sets, the event will be divided into twosessions. The first session willtake place from 10:00 to 11:30, while the second session will runfrom 12:00 to 13:30.
Supporters are encouraged to dressup
for the occasion, with themes including disco, pink forCANSA,superheroes and other creativewellness-inspired outfits.
PublicRelations Manager forCheckers Eastern Cape, EsmeraldaEssex, saidthe event aims to combine wellness, funand community involvement in support of CANSA’s important work.
“Thisevent is about creating an uplifting and memorable experience while supporting ameaningful cause. Wellness is an important focus forusthis year, and we are excited to partner with CANSA in bringing thecommunity together through music, movement and fun,” said Essex.
SustainableCoordinator forCANSA, Marius de Vries, said the organisation values itscontinued partnershipwith
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Finn’sFurryFriends:Incelebrationofherfurryfriend’sbirthday, Lesa-MareHarris is once morecalling fordonations of canned petfood, dry dogand catfood,treats, blankets, wet food sachets and waterbowls foranimal shelters.Donations canbedroppedoffuntil24JuneatZBrandsinWalmer,Daylee Creations in Lorraine,and Mount PleasantVet in BuffelsfonteinRoad.Formoreinfo,contactlesamareharris@gmail.com.
ClothingSale:WalmerMethodistChurch’s“AsGoodasNew” monthlyclothing salewillbeheldat83Main Road, Walmer, on Friday, 29 May, from 11:00 to 14:00.Discount on selected items.Men’s,ladies’,and children’s brand-name clothing and shoeswillbeavailable. Craft, Hobbiesand ToyFair: The fair willtakeplace on 30 May,from08:30to13:00attheWalmerTownHall,MainRoad. Therewillbecraft stalls,dolls,bears and acollectablemodel cardisplay.Thereisalsoa beautiful Lego display.There willbe tea,coffeeandgoodiestoeat.Entryisfree.Theircharityisthe SPCA.ContactJenniferEndemannat0823978383.
Second-hand Clothing Sale: Westering Methodist Church willbehaving their monthlysecond-hand clothing sale on Saturday,30 May,between 09:00 and 12:00 on the corner of PapenkuilsandClarenceStreetinWestering.
BootSale:TheKnightsofDaGamaareholdingtheirmonthly bootsaleonSaturday, 30 Mayatthe Sacred HeartCatholic ChurchGrounds in Cape Road, Kabega Park. SitecostisR60 Stallholderscan enter from 06:00.Gates open to thepublic at07:00.ContactBrDuncanat0833572238formoreinfo.
Basaar:NG Kerk Nooitgedacht in VanDer Stelstraat,Kabega Park, hou op Saterdag, 30 Meiom09:30 weer basaar. Kerrie en rys, jafels,pannekoek, poeding,worsrolle,groente,gebak enmeersaltekoopwees.Daarsalook’ntombola-tafelwees. KontakHenryRossouwby0828208268
Re-Seconds Market: Calling allcollectors, treasurehunters and those looking forunique items to themarket at Walmer TownHall,MainRoadonSunday,31May,from09:00to14:00. Therewillbethriftclothing,toys, Tupperware, jewellery,pet treats,hairaccessories,homedécorandvintageitems,aswell as plentyoffood and coffee.Entry is free.For moreinfoorto bookaspot,contact0835885823ortheresecondsmarket@ gmail.com.
MarketinthePark: Amarket willbeheldonSunday,31 May and 7June,weather permitting, at St George’s Park, Central from 09:00 to 13:00.Therewillbecraft,art,food andbric-abrac,as well as livemusic.Stallsare free to charities andchildren.Childrenare encouraged to bring unwanted toys,books, crafts,etc.,forsale.Formoreinfo,contactMaureenat082257 4691.
Pannekoekfees: Moenie die NG Kerk Despatch-Suid se pannekoekfeesvan 3tot 5Junie misloop nie.Hulle bied die volgende geureaan: skoon(R7), kaneelsuiker (R8), piesang en karamel (R25) en hoender-mayo (R25).Aflewering salop 3Junie in KaapwegenStGeorge-hospitaal in Gqeberha plaasvind,danop4JunieinKariegabyskoleenbesighede,endan
op 5Junie op Despatchbyskole en besighede.Bestelvoor 29 Mei.KontakCatrienby0827028345
ThriftGQPrelovedClothingMarket: The market will be at Walmer Scout Hall, 59 FordyceRoad, WalmeronSaturday, 6 June,from09:00to13:00.Ahugeselectionofqualitypreloved clothing forladiesand gentswillbeavailableataffordable prices.ContactCherieon0828577563.
Cheshire Fete: Fun, food and festivitiesawait at Cheshire HomesSummerstrand’s annual fete on Saturday, 6June, from 08:00 to 13:00.Itpromisestobea dayfor the whole family, featuringa varietyofstalls, tasty treats,entertainmentand greatbargains. Thefeteplays avital role in raising funds to supportadults living with physical disabilitiesatthe home. Therewillbeanauction at 10:00.Toapply to have a stallat the fete,todonateitems or volunteertime,contact CheshireHomes Summerstrand at 041583 2183 or adminchs@cheshirehomes.co.za.
Gqeberha Central Men’sShed: Theymeetevery Monday from10:30 to 12:00 at Caritas,16WestStreet, Newton Park (between Tiger Wheel and Newton Park Spar). Amen’s shed is aspace where men canrelax, gettogether to talk, work together,haveacup of coffee andcreatefriends.Allagesare welcome.Formoreinfo,WhatsAppWillieat0711423771.
CaritasService Centre: Theywelcome senior citizens to become members. Mealsare availableonorder daily.The tearoom is open every second Friday of the month. Trigym, pilates andline dancing fitness sessions areheldMondaysto Thursdays. Ablood pressureclinic is availablemonthly. There is alsoa library,artsand crafts,canasta,knitting groupsand socialoutings.The hallat16WestStreet,Newton Park,is also availableforweddingsandparties.Contact0661112497MondaystoFridaysfrom08:30to12:30
RELIGIOUS: Healing and DeliveranceMeeting: The next meeting will take placeonSaturday, 6June,inHall4 of theWordofFaith ChristianCentreonthecornerofWilliamMoffettExpressway andLilly Street,MangoldPark, from 10:00.All arewelcome freeofcharge.
CityLightsChurch: This family-style, Bible-based church is affiliatedwiththeAdvancegroupofchurches.Wemeetevery Sundayat09:30 at The EP Badminton Hall at the end of Alan DriveinWalmer Downs.WhatsApp Dave at 084 999 9197for moreinfo. Hi’sPlaceDevelopingCentre: Achurch and healing service is heldevery Sundaymorning at 09:00.All arewelcome.Directions: DrivefromGqeberhaonOld Cape Road,1.6kmpast theWedgewoodGolfCourseentrance,andenterthroughthe gate of Sovereign Foods on the right-hand side of the road. Forinfo,contactPastorChristoCampherat0825152294.
Sendyour Diary entriestopeexpress@novusmedia.co.za byThursdayat16:00.EntriesmaybeinEnglishorAfrikaans
Checkers EasternCape.
“Cuppa For CANSAhas always been about communities standing together in support of those affected by cancer. The Silent Dancing event adds afresh and exciting element to this year’s campaign and allows supporters to make adifference whileenjoying ahealthy and interactive experience,” saidDeVries. Tickets areavailable at R100 each and can be purchased fromhostesses, Baywest Checkers Hyper and theCANSA Gqeberha Care Centre.
Each ticket includes a15-minute Zumba sessionpresented by PennyOlwage, alead volunteer and CANSARelay for Life Global Hero of Hope, followedby35 minutes of silent dancing. Participants
will receive abottle of water duringthe session, and headphones will be supplied andsanitised between sessions.
After dancing, supporters will be treated to refreshments,including smoothies, fruit, filledcroissants,muffins and snacks
Lucky draw prizeswill be awarded between sessions, with giveaways sponsored by CANSAand Checkers. The bestdressedgroup on the day will alsostand achance to win aR500 Checkers voucher. In addition to the event, all Eastern Cape Checkers stores will hostCuppa For CANSAinitiatives throughoutJune, encouraging customers andcommunities to supportcancerawarenessand fundraisingefforts across the province.
CheshireHomeSummerstrandishometo56physicallydisabled adults and16disabled children.
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PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE
MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: ERF4149WALMER
PHYSICALADDRESS: 197thAVENUE,WALMER
APPLICANT:ZAMAGCINADANTILE
ONBEHALFOF: BENTIFIELDPTYLTD
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemade to theNelson MandelaBay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. Theamendment of theNelson MandelaBay Integrated Land useScheme, 2023bythe Rezoning of Erf 4149,Walmer from Single Residential Zone 1toGeneral Residential Zone2;
2. Therelaxationofthe lateral building line applicabletoErf4149Walmer; Thedetailedproposalmay be requestedfrom the applicant.
Membersofthepublicareinvitedtosubmitcomments, objectionsorintervenerstatususingtheComments& Objections Form in theSPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasonsinrespectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1)The Applicant,1SurfviewRoad, 081 382 5938, zamistodan@gmail.comandacopysentto
(2)The Executive Director:HumanSettlements, PO Box9,PortElizabeth6000; c/oe-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za onorbefore10July2026
(Comments submittedafter thesaiddatewill be consideredinvalid)
NM10057786-PX270526
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THENELSON MANDELA BAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITYSPATIAL PLANNINGAND LAND USEMANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERVEN: 1483AND 1484 THEESCOMBE (NOW UNREGISTERED ERF 4357 THEESCOMBE)
PHYSICALADDRESS:C/O THIONVILLE ROAD AND FILIPPUSSTREET,KAMMAPARK, PORTELIZABETH
APPLICANT: BPLANCONSULTANTS
ONBEHALFOF: LAROCHAPLANTHIRECC
Noticeishereby given in terms of the above that applications will be made to theNelson MandelaBay Metropolitan Municipality for the amendment of the NMBMM Land Use Scheme,2023 by the rezoningofErven 1483 and 1484 Theescombe (now unregistered Erf 4357) Theescombe (measuring ±5991m²) from Business Zone 2toGeneral Residential Zone1 purposes to permit theOwner to develop theconsolidatedpropertiesforGroupHousingpurposes. ThedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheApplicantat thebelowcontactdetails
Membersofthe public are invitedtosubmit comments, objectionsorintervener statususing theCommentsand Objections Form in the SPLUMByLaw with clearreasons in respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) The Applicant, BPlanConsultants,POBox 28355, Sunridge Park, Telephone number 079 490 0523 and emailaddressbplan21@outlook.com andacopysentto
(2) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, PO Box 9, Por tE li za be th, 6000; email awilliams@mandelametro.gov.zaonorbefore 10 July2026
Personswithdisabilitieswhoarenotabletoemailmaycontact Ms Williams at 2ndFloor,LillianDiedericks Building, 191 GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha-Tel0415061813 (comments/objectionssubmitted after thesaid datewillbe consideredinvalid)
Apersonwho deliverscomments, objections or representations will be notified if ahearing is to be heldin respectoftheapplication
PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION
NM10059300-PX270526
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USEMANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN:ERF 317 ALGOA PARK,PORTELIZABETH
PHYSICAL 149 WHYTELEAF DRIVE,ALGOA
ADDRESS: PARK,PORTELIZABETH (GQEBERHA)
APPLICANT: BPLAN CONSULTANTS ON BEHALF OF AG STRYDOM
Noticeisherebygiven in termsofthe aboveand Section 47 of the SPLUMA thatapplicationwillbemadetothe Nelson Mandela Bay MetropolitanMunicipality for the removal of conditions C.5.(a), (b), (c) and (d) in the current (T9752/1978)and any pastand future Deed applicable to the propertycontaining similarconditions.Also, an applicationfor the amendment of the NMBMMLand UseSchemeby the rezoning of Erf317 Algoa Park (measuring ±1165m²) from Residential 3toSingle Residential Zone 1purposes. Also, an applicationfor the Council’s Consent to alsouse the property for childcare facilitypurposes.
The detailedproposalmay be requested from the Applicant at the below contactdetails.
Members of the publicare invited to submitcomments,objections or intervener status usingthe Commentsand Objections Form in the SPLUM By Law with clearreasons in respectofthe proposal to the following:
(1) The Applicant, BPlan Consultants, PO Box 2835,5 Sunridge Park, Telephone number 079 490 0523 and emailaddress bplan21@outlook.com and acopy also to be sent to (2) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, PO Box 9, Port Elizabeth, 6000; email awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 10 July 2026.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to emailmay contact Ms Williamsat2nd Floor,Lillian DiedericksBuilding, 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue,Gqeberha- Tel041 506 1813. (comments/objectionssubmittedafterthe said date will be considered invalid)
Aperson who delivers comments, objections or representations will be notied if ahearing is to be heldinrespectofthe application.
(Thisadvertreplacestheadvertthatwasadvertisedon13/5/2026) NM10058844-PX270526
CORRECTION NOTICE -PUBLICATIONOFAN
APPLICATION IN TERMSOFSECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITANMUNICIPALITY
SPATIALPLANNINGAND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW,2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: 864NEWTONPARK
PHYSICALADDRESS: 62 CECIL STREET,GLEN HURD,NEWTONPARK
APPLICANT:DEBRUYNSCONSULTANTS PTYLTD ONBEHALFOF:AKROG
Noticeisherebygiventhatanapplicationwillbemadetothe NelsonMandelaBayMetropolitanMunicipalityfor: 1. The Removal of Restrictive TitleDeed Conditions C.4(a),(b),(c)and(d)ascontainedintheTitleDeed No.T010716/2020 applicabletoErf 864 Newton Park
Thedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheapplicant viaemail:Monique@debruynsconsultants.co.za
Members of the public are invited to submit comments objections or intervener status using the Comments & ObjectionsFormintheSPLUMABylaw,withclearreasons inrespectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) The Applicant, P.O.Box10653,Linton Grange,6025cellphone064 7513270 or via email Monique@debruynsconsultants.co.za and acopy sentto
(2) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, PO Box 9,PortElizabeth6000;c/oe-mailonorbefore9thJuly 2026
Persons with disabilities who are not abletoemail may contactMsWilliamsat2ndFloorLillianDiedericksBuilding, No. 191 GovanMbekiAvenue, Gqeberha,TelNo. 041 506 1813
Aperson whodelivers comments, objections or representations will be notified if ahearing is to be heldin respectoftheapplication.
(Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid. NM10059596-PX270526
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMSOFSECTION 71 OF THENELSON MANDELA
PORTELIZABETH(GQEBERHA) APPLICANT:BPLANCONSULTANTS ONBEHALFOF:ACTIVECONSTRUCTION 007 PROPRIETARYLIMITED.
Noticeisherebygivenintermsoftheabovethatanapplication will be made to theNelson MandelaBay Metropolitan Municipality foranamendment of theNMBMM Land Use Scheme to permit the rezoning of the above property (measuring ±714m²) fromIndustrial 2toBusiness Zone 1 purposes.
Also, an application forthe Council'sConsent to also use the propertyforwarehousepurposes.
ThedetailedproposalmayberequestedfromtheApplicantat thebelowcontactdetails.
Members of thepublic are invited to submit comments, objections or intervenerstatus usingthe Commentsand Objections Form in theSPLUM By Law with clearreasons in respectoftheproposaltothefollowing:
(1) The Applicant, BPlan Consultants, PO Box28355, SunridgePark, Telephone number 079 490 0523 and emailaddressbplan21@outlook.com andacopysentto
(2) TheExecutiveDirector: Human Settlements, PO Box 9, Port El izabet h, 6000; email awilliams@mandelametro.gov.zaonorbefore 10 July 2026
Personswithdisabilitieswhoarenotabletoemailmaycontact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor,Lillian Diedericks Building, 191 GovanMbekiAvenue,Gqeberha-Tel0415061813
(comments/objections submitted after thesaid datewillbe consideredinvalid)
Apersonwho deliverscomments, objections or representations will be notfied if ahearing is to be heldin respectoftheapplication.
NM10059301-PX270526
PUBLICATION OFANAPPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELABAYMETROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIALPLANNINGANDLANDUSE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW,2023 FOR: Erf :736 Korsten Physical Address: 251Highfield Road/22PerlaStreet, KorstenPort Elizabeth
Applicant :BPlan Consultants on behalfof: KGrootboomintransferto MIFamilyTrust
No ce is hereby given in terms of the above thatapplica on will be madetothe NelsonMandela BayMetropolitan Municipalityfor the subdivisionofthe above property into twopor onsasshown on proposedsubdivisionplan number KOR-736SAdated April 2026
The detailed proposal mayberequested from the Applicant at the belowcontact details.
Membersofthe public areinvited to submit comments, ob ec onsorintervener status usingthe Commentsand Ob ec ons Form in the SPLUMByLaw with clear reasonsin respect of the proposal to the following:
(1)The Applicant, BPlanConsultants, PO Box28355, SunridgePark, Telephone number 079490 0523 or email address bplan21@outlook.com and acopyalso to be sentto (2)The Execu ve Director: Human Se lements, PO Box9, Port Elizabeth, 6000; email awilliams@mandelametro.gov.zaonorbefore 10 July 2026
Personswith disabili es who arenot able to email may nd contact Ms Williams at 2Floor,Lillian Diedericks Building 191Govan MbekiAvenue, Gqeberha -Tel 041506 1813 (comments/ob ec onssubmi ed a�er the said date will be considered invalid)
Aperson whodeliverscomments, ob ec onsor representa onswill be no ed
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FORM JJJ LOST OR DESTROYEDDEED
Notice is herebygiven in terms of Regulation68(1) of theDeeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of theintentionto apply for the issue of a certifiedcopy of Deed of Transfer Number T19611 /2008(CTN) passed by Nelson Mandela Bay MetropolitanMunicipality in favour of Zilungile Therona Manxoba with Identity Number 690520 5084 084Unmarriedinrespect of cert ain: ERF 16200 MOTHERWELL IN THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY DIVISION OF PORT
ELIZABETH PROVINCE OF THEEASTERN CAPE IN EXTENT 793 (SEVEN HUNDRED AND NINETY THREE) SQUARE METRES which Title Deed has been lost or destroyed. All interestedpersons having objectiontothe issue of suchcopy arehereby requiredtolodgethe same in writing with the Registrar of Deeds:EASTERN CAPE at Qonce, 113 AlexandraRoad, Qonce, 5601, withintwo weeks from thedate of this publication of this notice DatedatPortElizabeth this 27 day of May 2026
Applicant: L. M LUNGISWA MANXOBA in hiscapacity as Master's Representative MHESHE ATTORNEYSINC 2- 4Clevedon Road Office2Clevedon Office Block, Ground Floor Mt Croix, Port Elizabeth nande@mhesheattorneys.co.za Tel: 0415821022
LOST OR DESTROYED
DEED
Notice is herebygiven in terms of regulation 68 of the Deeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of theintentiontoapply for the issue of acertifiedcopy of T11430/1997CTN passed by NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY in favour of WELILE ALFRED JANTJIES, Identity Number 300601 5186 08 7 and TEMBISAMIRRIAM JANTJIES, IdentityNumber 461216 0322 08 5, marriedin community of property to eachother in respectofERF 17079 IBHAYI IN THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY, DIVISION OF PORT ELIZABETH,PROVINCE OF THEEASTERN CAPE IN EXTEN T1 75 (O NE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY FIVE) Squaremetreswhich has been lost or destroyed. All interestedpersons having objectiontothe issue of suchcopy arehereby requiredtolodgethe same in writing with the Registrar of Deed at EasternCape: Qoncesituate at 113 Alexandria Road, King Williams Town withintwo weeks from thedate of publication of this notice
DatedatPORT ELIZABETH this 6MAY 2026
Applicant: WELILEALFRED JANTJIES & TEMBISA MIRRIAM JANTJIES
MA NILA LB REWIS ATTORNEYS 35 ALBANY ROAD PORT ELIZABETH debbie@manilalbrewis.co.za 0415853363
LOSTORDESTROYED
DEED Notice is hereby givenin terms of regulation 68 of the DeedsRegistriesAct, 1937, of the intention to applyfor the issue of acertified copy of T60243/2009CTNpassed by AR TH UR JO HN REYNOLDSIdentity Number 4908315107086,Married outofcommunity of property in favour of RUDO LF CORN ELIUS ORBAN, Identity Number 611003 5073 08 0, Married outofcommunity of property in respectof certain ERF3661LORRAINE, NELSONMANDELA BAY METRO- POLITAN MUNICIPALITY,DIVISION OF PORT ELIZABETH, EASTERNCAPEPROVINCE IN EXTENT: 392(THREE HUNDRED AND NINETY TWO) SQUARE METRES Held by Deed of Transfer Number T60243/2009CTN which hasbeenlost or destroyed. Allpersons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writingwith the REGISTRAR OF DEEDS: EASTERNCAPEatQONCE within two weeks after the date of the publication of this notice. Dated at PORT ELIZABETH on 12 MAY2026
SCHAEFER ATTORNEYS 182CAPEROAD, MILL PARK, PORT ELIZABETH, 6057 leonie@schaeferattorneys.co.za 0413730186
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DEED: T085812/2001CTN
Notice is hereby givenin terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of the intention to apply forthe issue of a certifiedcopy of Deed of Transfer Number T85812 /2001CTN passedbythe Ne lson Man de la Metropolitan Municipality in favour of ZOLILESAUL MTYATYEN I, Identity Number6105115699085, unmarried, in respect of certain ERF6648WALMER, Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Division of PORT ELIZABETH, Province of the EasternCape, which has beenlost or destroyed All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy arehereby requiredtolodge the same in writingwith the Registrar of Deeds: Eastern Cape at Qoncewithintwo weeks from the date of the publication of this notice. Dated at Port Elizabeth this the 27th day of May2026. APPLICANT REPRESENTATIVEINTHE ESTATE OF THELATE ZOLILE SAUL MTYATYENI, Estate Number 5249/2009 c/o BLCAttorneys 4CapeRoad, Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001 Tel: (041) 5063700 E-mail: ttofile@blclaw.co.za
LOST OR DESTROYED
DEED Notice is hereby givenin terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of the intention to applyfor the issue of a certified copy of DEED OF TRANSFER NUMBER T17051 /2016CTN passedby WEDGEWOOD VILLAGE GOLF ANDCOUNTRY ESTATE PROPRIETARY LIMITED, Registration Number: 2002/026796/07 in favour of KESHARA BAWASA-BHANA, IDENTITY NUMBER 8606260191081 Marriedout of Community in respect of certainERF 720 WEDGEWOOD,NELSON MANDELABAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY, DIVISION OF UITENHAGE, PROVINCEOFTHE EASTERN CAPE Held by Deed of Transfer Number T17051 /2016whichhas beenlost or destroyed. All persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writingwith the RegistrarofDeeds:Eastern Cape, at QONCE withintwo weeks after the date of the publication of this notice.
DATED at PORT ELIZABETH this the 21st day of MAY 2026.
SCHAËFER ATTORNEYS 182CAPEROAD, MILL PARK, PORT ELIZABETH, 6057 oriyhette@schaeferattorneys.co.za 041-373 0186
LOST OR DESTROYED DEED
Notice is hereby givenin terms of regulation 68 of the Deeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of the intention to applyfor the issue of acertified copy of Deed of Transfer No. T46421/2005CTNpassedby LEON IH ERS ELMAN, Identity No. 7104090040083, Marriedout of community of property in favour of JIANQIANG FANG, Born on 25 April1964and LIBIN FANG, Born on 24 May1970, Marriedincommunity of property to each other in respect of ERF1458 CHARLO, IN THENELSON MANDELA BA Y METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY,DIVISION OF PORT ELIZABETH, PROVINCEOFTHE EASTERN CAPE,whichhas beenlostor destroyed. All persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writingwith the RegistrarofDeeds:Eastern Cape at QONCE withintwo weeks after the date of the publication of this notice.
Dated at KING WILLIAM'S TOWN this 19th May2026 Applicant: SQUIRE SMITH & LAURIE Address:44TaylorStreet, Qonce, 56 Erone Conta 04
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DEED Notice is hereby givenin terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds RegistriesAct, 1937, of the intention to applyfor the issue of a certified copy of Deed of Transfer Number ST6175 /2012CTNpassedbyJIMMY SCHOLTZ, Identity Number 3206185040086and SHEILAPEARL SCHOLTZ, Identity Number 341010 0060 08 4infavour of DARYL ANDERSON, Identity Number 5701315103083, Marriedout of community of property in respectofa certainSECTION 137 IMPALA,inthe Nelson MandelaBay Metropolitan Municipality,Division of Port Elizabeth, Province of the Eastern Cape, which has beenlost or destroyed. All persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lode the same in writingwith the RegistrarofDeeds :Eastern Cape at QONCE withintwo weeks after the date of the publication of this notice.
DATED AT PORT ELIZABETH on 198May 2026 Applicant
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
In the Estate of the late ELDRICH RODWELLSUTCH
Died on 10 AUGUST 2025
Identity numbe r 4103115054080
Address 65 AUBREY STREET, GELVAN PARK, GQEBERHA
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Creditors andDebtors in the above estate arehereby calledupon to file their claim and to pay their debts to the undersigned within 30 (Thirty)daysofpublication hereof.
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Suid-AfrikaansestoeierstreeopbyPearson
HANNES SCHOEMAN
SUID-AFRIKA se beste rofstoeiershou op Saterdag 13 Junie ’n opelug-toernooi op die rugbyveldvan dieHoërskoolPearson in Somerstrand om geld vir die skoolseeerste rugby- en netbalspan in te samel.
Mark Beale, promotor van WWP Thunderstrike, sê die skool het hom’nruk gelede genader nadat ’n vorige optrede alle verwagtingeoortrefhet
“Ja, onshet ’n paar jaar gelede dieeerste keer by Pearson opgetree en toe ’nallemintige4,700 toeskouers gehad. Vir die Baai was dié getal absoluut verstommend.
“Om skole met fondsinsameling te help is geen nuutjie virons nie.
“Ons hetaltalle skole regoorSuid-Afrika gehelp en is enige tyd beskikbaar om by skoleoptetree,”sêhy.
DieWWP-wêreldkampioen, TJ Tremor, sal metAlexDesire, een van Gauteng se supersterre, kragte meet.
’n Vete tussen Tremor en Desire komal
Eastern Province Tenpin Bowling Association (EPTBA) secretary, Roxanne Hechter,has beenincluded in the national women’stenpinbowling team, which will participate in the European Women’s Championship (EWN) in DenmarkinJune. Hechter is ranked second in the national rankings. The last time an SA team participated in the EWC events was14years ago. The team is Stacey-Lee Hooper (KZN),Roxanne Hechter (EP), Kimeshnee Govender (GN), CarenEames (EG), Amanda Grove(CG) andShanna Cannon (Mid). EPTBA president,Garreth Hechter, and KZN’sAndrew Cyster have been appointed as team managers. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
drie jaar aan, en Tremor het besluit om die geskilnou vireens en altyd uit dieweg te ruim.
Hy het tot dié geveg ingestem omdat hy aan die Hoërskool Pearson gematrikuleer het.
Die WWP se spanstoeikampioene, Ananzi en Ryan Cage, beter bekend as die Fighting Springboks, pakdie lang padnaNelson Mandelabaai aan om hul titel op die spel te plaas.
Zuberi, seun vandie legendariese Thundergod, veg voortvir sy pa se nalatenskap wanneer hy met Alkebulan, wat uit een van Afrika se rykste families kom, sal kragte meet Dan is daar ook ’n lekker verrassing op toeskouers. Cyrus Stone, ’n reus van2,13 meter, salvir die eerste keer by Pearson optree. Hy kom teen The Loudmouthtestaan in die eerste kragmeting vandie aand.
Die hekkemaak om 13:00 oop en dieaksie begin om15:00.
Kaartjies kan by www.quicket.co.za gekoop word.
DieWWP se spanstoeikampioene, Ananzi en Ryan Cage,beter bekend as dieFightingSpringboks FOTO:VERSKAF
StronglocalperformancesatBattleoftheNaturals
Weekendsportsnews,results
SELBY MADIKANE
LAROFAPremier League: Tambo Chiefs FCleadthe pack
TAMBO Chiefs FC, who set their sights on winningthe Langa-Rosedale Football Association (LAROFA)Premier League title, continued with their back-to-back wins on Sunday. After playing nine games withoutaloss or adraw, Chiefs salvaged ahard-fought1-0 triumphover Juventus FC at LimekhayaHigh School Grounds.Chiefs have collected 27 league pointsthis season.
Mandela Stars FC was drubbed 3-0 byCity Powerlads FC at LimekhayaHigh School Grounds on Sunday as well.Kings FC went down1-0 to Langa Citizens FC during their clash at Limekhaya High SchoolGrounds Young Chiefs FC earned acrucial 1-0 victory overVuselela FC in their bid to securea berth in theLAROFA Premier League top eight. Langa All Stars FC earned a2-1 win over Black SpursFCatThembani Grounds on Sunday. Moonlight City FC embarrassedVitalStars FC 5-0atthe Thembani Grounds on Sunday. Despitetheir 1-0 loss, Atlantic Spurs FC gave agoodaccount of themselvesagainst African Chiefs FC at the Thembani Grounds. Tiryville FC overcame Young Boys FC 1-0at
theThembani GroundsonSunday, too.
At theThembani Grounds, Westhill United FC dug deeptowin 1-0 over Swifts FC,who wouldliketoget out of the relegation zone.
WAFAPremierLeagueresults
THEWalmer Community Grounds were surrounded by scores of fans when WalmerFootball Association (WAFA) hosted spectacular games over the weekend.
BayCelticsFCsecured anarrow3-2 triumph over Two for JoyFConSaturday. Valley United FC shared a3-3 drawwith Young ChiefsFC on Saturday WalmerStars FC lost 2-1toGolden Heroes FC on Saturday. Morning Stars FC went down 3-2 to YoungCosmos FC on Saturday.
Mr XCaders FC claimed an impressive 2-0 win overPeace United FC on Sunday. Young Chiefs FC played against Ghetto Stars FC,who defeated them 2-1. Mighty Eagles FC played to a1-1 draw against Valley United FC on Sunday. Two for Joy FC restored their dignity as they managed to secure anarrow2-1 triumph over Eleven ExperienceFConSundayaswell. WalmerStars FC went down 4-1toMabayibone StrikersFConSunday.
NMBBALeaguespectaculargamesattractfans
Otto-spelershaal toerspannaItalië
HANNES SCHOEMAN
’n LEWENSLANGE droom om in die buiteland te gaan rugby speel wink vir Keano Niemand, agtsteman en kaptein van die Hoërskool Otto du Plessis se eerste span. Hy is deur keurders wat hul net landwyd gespan het gekies om dieBRSIWarrior-uitnodigingspan na Italiëtevergesel.
Diétoer duur van 5tot 12 Desember Braam van Wyk, verkoopskonsultant van BR Sport, sê in ’n briefKeano is uitbaie talentvolle spelersvir dietoer gekies Vir Keano (17),wat ook verlede jaar vir dieskool se eerstespan gespeel het, is dit ’n lewenslange droom wat hy nou wil verwesenlik.
Sy ma, Leejanka, sê dis’nongelooflike geleentheid vir Keano om sy passievir rugby op internasionale vlak uitteleef.
“Sykeuse virdie span wys nienet sy talent nie, maar ook dieharde werk, opofferingendeursettingsvermoë wat hy oor die jare ingesit het om sy droom na te jaag.
“Dietoer gaan oor meer as net rugby. Dit beteken baievir sy familieenspanmaats wat deel was van sy rugbyreis.
The inaugural 2026 Battle of the Naturals Championships took placeon Saturday,16May,atthe St Thomas Auditorium in Gqeberha. Although the eventwas affected by ahighnumber of competitor withdrawals following severe weather conditions across the country,organisers still described it as asuccess The Under-80kgcategory winners, from left to right, wereZiyaad Jacobs (3rd place), Xola Maputyana (winner) andAthenkosi Ntanjane (2nd place).
PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
Despite thereduced numberofparticipants at the 2026Battle of theNaturals Championships, strong performances from mostly local athleteshelped maintain a high standard of competition. Several athletes from Cape Town were unable to attend the eventonSaturday, 16 May,due to severe weather andflooding in the WesternCape. Thewinner, Xola Maputyana (right),is picturedwithGodfreySimmons, presidentofthe EasternProvinceNatural BodybuildingAssociation.
“Ons is ongeloofliktrots op wat hy reeds bereikhet en dievoorbeeld wat hy vir jonger spelersstel.
“Dietoer is ook ’n geleentheidvir groei, nuwe ervaringe en herinneringe wat ’n leeftyd sal hou,”sêsy.
Keano gaan egter R70,000 nodighêomsy droom te verwesenlik. Intussen is ’n BackaBuddy gestig om hom in Italië te kry. Vir meer inligting oor fondsinsameling vir Keano, kontak 076 503 7465. Tweeander Otto-spelersisook virdie toer gekies. Hulle is Louisvan Rooyen (binnesenter)enLevinMapoe (stut).
FANS came in droves to watch Nelson Mandela BayBasketball League games that took place at Raymond Mhlaba Sports Centrein Motherwell on Sunday. Emeris Basketball Club Asidestunned the supporters of Bay Comets Basketball Club A side after they thrashed their side 116-35.
Zwide Eagles Basketball Club Bside, who came forthe toughbattle, had an easyassignment on theirhandsasthey drubbed Emeris Basketball Club Bside 41-13.
The supporters of U-Town Kings Basketball Club were heartbroken after seeing their side succumb to Bay Comets Basketball Club 78-42.
Fans sat on the edgeoftheirseats when Spartans Alocked horns with the KwaZakhele side BBlessed Basketball Club. Ultimately, BBlessed succumbed 70-63 to Spartans in what was described as ahumdinger.
IlingePrimary challenges AlfonsoArriesPrimary in friendlymatch
MEMBERS of the community came in their numbers to support IlingePrimarySchool when they played friendly matches against Alfonso ArriesPrimarySchool at thehost school’sgroundsinKwa-Langa on Friday.
Thetwo schools clashed with each other in netball and soccer while the educatorsalso
played against each other Chatty Extension 12 School held acommandingadvantage over Ilinge Primary in netball. In the u/11 game, Alfonso ArriesPrimarydefeatedIlinge Primary 16-0, while in their u/12 game, Alfonso Primary won 19-3. Ilinge Primary beat Alfonso Primary's u/13 team 25-3.
In the soccer u/11game, Ilinge Primary saw themselves go down 2-1 to AlfonsoPrimary. Thelong-awaited victorycame after Ilinge Primaryrecorded ahard-fought, narrow5-4 victory over Alfonso Arriesintheirexciting u/13 clash.
Ilinge Primary educatorstaught Alfonso ArriesPrimaryeducatorsanetball lessonby overcoming them 18-1. Ilinge Primary educators and supportstaff shared agoallessdraw with Alfonso ArriesPrimaryeducatorsduring ascintillatingsoccergame
The man of thematch was Ilinge Primary headmasterThembekile Mfecane, who displayed brilliant soccer skills Mfecane saidthat the games were to keep the learners busy and display their talents. Mfecane said, “Sportisatool to unite people and foster friendship. Iamdelighted to seethe parents and membersofthe community come in their numberstosupportus.”
KeanoNiemand droomreedsvan Italiëserugbyvelde. FOTO:VERSKAF
