Reckless drivers to be held accountable for infrastructure damage
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
TAXPAYERS in Nelson Mandela Bay
will no longer bear the full financial burden of municipal infrastructure damage caused by reckless motorists, following a successful motion passed by the Metro Council to hold drivers personally liable for repair costs.
The policy shift comes after more than a year of frustration from Ward 8 Councillor Gustav Rautenbach, who has been unsuccessfully pushing the municipality to pursue legal action against a motorist who crashed into a municipal substation, causing extensive damage and power outages.
Rautenbach's quest began on 28 August 2024, when a Mitsubishi Colt travelling down Vitry Avenue in Lorraine crashed into a substation near Kragga Kamma Road during the early hours.
The driver was travelling down a oneway street from Kragga Kamma Road when the collision occurred, causing extensive damage to the building and electrical infrastructure and leaving residents in Weybridge Park and Brymore without electricity.
Despite obtaining the driver’s details and clear evidence of responsibility, Rautenbach's more than 10 emails to the Mu -
nicipality and City Manager requesting legal action seemingly went unanswered.
“I am of the opinion that the damage and repairs will cost thousands of rands. It would be unfair to expect ratepayers to foot this bill,” Rautenbach stated in his initial email to the Municipality. His requests focused on three key areas: the total cost of damage and repairs to the substation, whether legal action had been instituted to recoup costs from the driver and what steps would be taken to prevent taxpayers from bearing the burden.
“I have repeatedly asked whether legal action will be instituted against the motorist,” Rautenbach told PE Express, expressing frustration at the lack of response after a year of correspondence.
The substation incident was not an isolated case.
When approached for comment, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality did not comment on the substation incident but revealed that 11 traffic lights in Gqeberha and one in Kariega have been damaged by reckless drivers recently, with estimated repair costs ranging between R100,000 and R200,000.
Municipal spokesperson, Sithembiso Soyaya, said: “These incidents, which are outside of the municipality’s control, create a backlog and result in unintended delays in repairs. When new damages oc -
cur, they are added to the existing maintenance queue,” Soyaya explained. “The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has a comprehensive traffic signal maintenance action plan that is budgeted for on an annual basis.”
He added that Traffic law enforcement officers actively monitor and apprehend motorists who drive under the influence or commit other traffic offences.
“Those found guilty are subjected to the full extent of the law, including arrest and prosecution,” said Soyaya. “We therefore make a strong call to all motorists to act responsibly on the roads, as this is the most effective way to prevent further damage and ensure that our traffic signals remain functional for the safety and benefit of all residents.”
Further details on the number of affected traffic lights, associated costs, accountability measures, and timelines will be provided as part of the municipality’s detailed communication update once the latest assessments have been finalised, he concluded.
The persistent infrastructure damage and lack of cost recovery prompted action from the Freedom Front Plus, which successfully passed a motion in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Council on Thursday, 18 September, to hold individuals damaging traffic lights personally liable for the
damage.
In a statement, Freedom Front Plus councillor Bill Harington announced that the motion “aims to shift the financial burden of repairing and replacing traffic lights from taxpayers to the guilty parties and their insurance companies.
“The motion stipulates that the cost of repairing or replacing damaged traffic infrastructure should be recovered from the responsible drivers, their next of kin or estate and their insurance companies, where applicable.”
Acting City Manager, Ted Pillay, endorsed the recommendations of the motion, marking a policy shift from the previous non-responsive approach.
According to Harrington, the municipality has confirmed in writing that current control measures will be reviewed and additional systems will be implemented to better protect traffic infrastructure where necessary.
“An investigation has also been launched to determine whether the recent increase in damage to traffic lights may be due to deliberate sabotage, beyond just vehicular accidents,” Harington commented. Despite the new policy framework, Rautenbach’s original case from August 2024 remains unresolved after more than a year, with taxpayers having already absorbed the repair costs.
Local mall joins cupcake drive to support children with cancer
EASTERN Cape communities are set to come together for a sweet cause as three regional malls join forces with Cupcakes of Hope (CoH) to support children fighting cancer. On 27 September, Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha will take part in National Cupcake Day, alongside 79 other shopping centres across the country.
CoH is a South African non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children diagnosed with cancer. Its flagship event, NCD, is the country’s largest cupcake fundraiser. In 2024, the initiative mobilised 2,000 volunteer bakers, known as Cupcake Angels, and raised more than R2 million to assist young patients.
“Oncologists, hospitals, social workers and hospices all contact us with requests to assist,” said CoH founder, Sandy Cipriano. “For a donation of R10 – R20, and a
Mayor launches antichild poverty campaign
cupcake in return, people greatly help us to support little warriors fighting cancer. Since 2020, the number of children we support has nearly quadrupled. In just the last month, we helped over 140 young cancer warriors, the youngest only a year old.”
On NCD, participating malls provide space for bakers to display their homebaked cupcakes, with all proceeds going to CoH. The funds raised cover essential costs such as medical expenses, nutritional support, nappies, and other vital needs.
“National Cupcake Day is such a special and fun way to help little warriors make their fight against cancer a little bit easier,” Marlene de Beer, Cupcakes of Hope’s Eastern Cape coordinator, said.
“Last year, we received incredible support from Eastern Cape communities. For example, our stalls at Walmer Park Mall
ran out of stock three times – but they kept getting replenished. I am looking forward to seeing people’s reactions and support this year.”
Since its launch in 2012, CoH has supported more than 10,000 families. In 2023 alone, it fulfilled 2,568 financial support requests, delivered 3,022 activity care bags to 21 paediatric oncology wards, and celebrated 111 patient birthdays.
For bakers: Registration to bake for National Cupcake Day 4 Children with Cancer is open.
Not a baker? You can still make a difference: donate ingredients or packaging (flour, sugar, oil, eggs, margarine), visit your nearest participating mall on the day and give R10 – R20 for a cupcake baked with love, or donate online.
For more information, email bake@cupcakesofhope.org.
THE Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Councillor Babalwa Lobishe, launched the Anti-Child Poverty Campaign held at the Govan Mbeki Multipurpose Centre last week.
“This campaign is a call to action for all stakeholders — government, civil society, faith-based organisations, the private sector, and educational institutions. It is not just a municipal initiative but a district-wide, collaborative effort to combat child poverty on every front,” stated Lobishe.
The campaign focuses on seven key pillars: juvenile offenders, documentation and certification, child support grant registration, early childhood development and schooling, referrals to places of safety, support for mothers, and primary health care and nutrition.
The mayor emphasised the vital role of partnerships with the Departments of Social Development, Education, Justice, Correctional Services, SAPS, the Municipality, non-profits, and private sector entities.
Ward 33 Councillor, Mzandile Sidina, commended the enthusiastic gathering of community members, passionate individuals and children.
He highlighted the importance of capacity building and assistance in strengthening communities and their commitment to collaborative growth.
Adding to the discussions, Vuyo Toto, District Manager for SASSA, underlined the role of social support in alleviating child poverty. He detailed the critical grants available, including the child support top-up, aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable children.
Walmer Park in Gqeberha will take part in National Cupcake Day, alongside 79 other shopping centres across the country. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Only four operational repair trucks to service metro
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
NELSON Mandela Bay Municipality is grappling with a severe infrastructure crisis that has left over 10,000 streetlights non-operational and plunged large areas of the metro into darkness, councillors and opposition leaders have revealed.
During a site visit to the Municipality’s Diaz Street depot on Wednesday, 17 September, the state of the city’s maintenance fleet emerged, with Councillor Ondela Kepe describing a dire situation where municipal vehicles have become casualties of systematic neglect.
“A large portion of our fleet
is standing still, either waiting for maintenance or repairs or is completely written off,” Kepe stated.
He added: "Of the 27 streetlight repair trucks (cherry pickers), 16 are currently in for repairs and seven are damaged beyond repair, leaving four operational vehicles to service the entire metro.
“Most of what you are seeing (vehicles) is for the electricity and energy directorate; different directorates have all these vehicles that are not functional and not maintained," said Kepe. “The darkness we are seeing across Nelson Mandela Bay is a result and symptom of what you are seeing here today."
Councillor Rano Kayser painted an even starker picture of the situation, describing the depot as “a mechanical graveyard” that directly impacts service delivery.
“This impacts directly on service delivery, and as a result, cars come in here to be buried. The consequences are dark streets and a lack of service delivery, with dark streets leading to crime,” Kayser stated.
Democratic Alliance Mayoral candidate, Retief Odendaal, has escalated the matter by writing to Eastern Cape MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Zolile Williams, requesting an investigation under Section 106 of the Municipal Systems Act into alleged maladministration.
According to Odendaal, it is estimated that over 10,000 of the Metro’s 40,000 streetlights are non-operational, creating conditions that allow “crime to run rampant and lives to be lost in road accidents.”
"The streetlight crisis has created serious public safety concerns, with dark streets contributing to increased crime rates and traffic accidents.
“The situation represents what officials describe as a “serious dereliction of duty that compromises public safety and hinders economic activity," said Odendaal.
"With over 10,000 streetlights out and our city in darkness,
only four of the 27 municipal streetlight repair trucks are in working order.
“The rest are rusting in yards around the metro."
Meanwhile, the municipality has recently appointed nine contractors for streetlight repair work.
When questioned on whether the non-operating street repair trucks would affect whether the newly appointed contractors would be able to do streetlight repairs, Municipal spokesperson Sithembiso Soyaya said there would be no impact.
"Contractors have all the equipment required to conduct repairs."
During a site visit to the Municipality’s Diaz Street depot on Wednesday 17 September, the dire state of the metro’s maintenance fleet emerged.
From left are Councillor Ondela Kepe, DA Mayoral candidate Retief Odendaal and councillors Georgina Faldtman with Rano Kayser. PHOTOS: NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
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Rotary partnership delivers 350 bicycles to transform lives
NATASHA BEZUIDENHOUT
A COLLABORATION between local and international Rotary clubs is making a significant impact on job seekers, schoolchildren and residents across Nelson Mandela Bay, following the donation of 350 bicycles to those in need.
The life-changing consignment arrived at the harbour in early June, facilitated through a partnership between the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek in Florida, United States, and the Rotary Club of Empangeni, with distribution in Nelson Mandela Bay coordinated by the Rotary Club of Algoa Bay.
Gianna Doubell from the Rotary Club of Algoa Bay explained the profound impact the initiative is having on the local community, particularly among working men who previously struggled with expensive public transport costs.
“So far, we have been distributing the bicycles to many men who are using them to travel to and from work,” Doubell shared. “Buses are expensive, and when people don’t have money, how do they get to work if they can’t afford a taxi or bus?”
The bicycle project is proving transformational for working men in the metro, offering them a reliable alternative to costly public transport whilst spreading joy throughout the community.
“What is brilliant about this initiative is that men who are looking for employment and can’t afford to take a taxi or bus can now use bicycles to travel around whilst job hunting,” Doubell added.
The bicycles have been distributed to job seekers, schools promoting cycle safety and other areas where there was an identified need.
The donation represents a broader pattern of Rotary Club cooperation across continents. The 350 bicycles formed part of a larger shipment, with additional consignments delivered to other South African locations, including Colesberg in the Eastern Cape and areas in KwaZulu-Natal.
“This particular container arrived on 10th June, and we had dedicated volunteers who collected the bicycles from the harbour and placed them in a secure warehouse where we could inflate the tyres and prepare them for distribution,” Doubell explained.
The Rotary Club has deliberately kept
details of the donors confidential to prevent them from being overwhelmed with requests from other worthy causes.
“It’s sufficient to say that this combined Rotary Club involvement between a club from Florida and the Rotary Club of Empangeni has resulted in a container of 350 bicycles being received in Nelson Mandela Bay,” Doubell noted.
The initiative addresses a critical gap in affordable transportation, particularly affecting low-income workers and job seekers who often face the choice between spending limited resources on transport
or other essential needs.
Meanwhile, schools receiving bicycles are incorporating them into road safety education programmes, ensuring young people learn proper cycling techniques whilst promoting sustainable transport alternatives.
The Rotary Club of Algoa Bay continues to coordinate the distribution of the bicycles to ensure that they reach those most in need across Nelson Mandela Bay.
Rotary is a global network of people who share one goal: to improve the lives of communities around the world.
A shipment of 350 bicycles, that arrived in June is having a significant impact on job seekers, low-income workers and school children.
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Township entrepreneur training programme awards R50,000
MOTHERWELL buzzed with entrepreneurial energy on Wednesday, 17 September, as Brand South Africa launched its PYP Ignite eKasi Entrepreneurs Programme in partnership with the Township Entrepreneurs Agency (TEA).
The dynamic full-day training equipped township-based micro and small enterprise owners with practical business skills, whilst the Eastern Cape Department of Tourism’s visible presence underscored the growing importance of township entrepreneurship to the regional economy.
Unlike conventional training sessions, the programme - dubbed the “Kasi MBA”adopted a hands-on approach. Entrepreneurs engaged in practical exercises, networked extensively and departed with actionable strategies for immediate implementation in their businesses. Each par -
ticipant received a copy of The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to Get Things Done, by Bulelani Balabala, alongside workbooks covering sales, personal growth and market access.
“We must take pride in South Africa’s stories and share them with the world; not only in one sector, but across every sphere of our society,” said Brand South Africa General Manager Sithembile Ntombela, who opened the event by highlighting the importance of reshaping global perceptions of South Africa.
The morning commenced with Marang Marekimane guiding attendees through the Business Model Canvas, a practical tool enabling entrepreneurs to map customer segments, value propositions, and revenue streams. Participants were encouraged to treat the canvas as a living document, continuously refined as their businesses develop.
Marketing strategist Pat Mahlangu, founder of Pat on Brands and Lerato Agency, delivered an energetic presentation on branding power. He demonstrated how maintaining and building strong brands creates recognition and trust, citing Christian Dior as an example - despite many having never visited France, the brand remains instantly recognisable.
Mahlangu urged entrepreneurs to develop authentic stories, maintain consistency across platforms and present themselves boldly, referencing successful local brands including MaXhosa, Tshepo Jeans and Bathu.
Siyabulela Mandla, founder of 469 Enterprises PYP Ltd, followed with insights on bootstrapping business growth. He emphasised starting with available resources, developing standard operating procedures and maintaining strict financial discipline to maximise limited budgets - a message that resonated strongly with attendees operating under tight financial constraints.
Meanwhile, participant Winston Ledwaba - founder of Advanced Academy of Excellence - concluded the speaker lineup with a compelling personal narrative. After leaving university with only R100 remaining, he invested in a Facebook advertisement for tutoring services and built his enterprise using solely his smartphone.
Today, he generates six-figure revenues from mobile-based operations.
"Everything you need to start is already in your pocket," Ledwaba told the audience, demonstrating the potential of mobile entrepreneurship.
Following lunch, participants completed and presented their Business Model Canvases. Fifteen entrepreneurs were selected to pitch their business concepts to a judging panel, competing for four cash prizes totalling R50,000.
The competition winners were:
• 1st Place: Lubabalo
(R20,000)
• 2nd Place: Lusanda Qunta – BeYourLife (R15,000)
• 3rd Place: Tshifiwa
(R10,000)
• 4th Place: Roland Jordan – Urbxn Building & Enviro Services (R5,000)
Each participant received a certificate of completion, recognising their commitment to learning and serving as credentials for their entrepreneurial journeys.
Sompondo – Fly Media
Maingo – BhayiPolar
Marang Marekimane guided attendees through the Business Model Canvas, a practical tool to help entrepreneurs map customer segments.
BREAKTHROUGH FOR LOOKOUT SIBANDA:
Gqeberha artist takes ceramics to California
GQEBERHA ceramist, Lookout
Sibanda, has achieved an international breakthrough with over 100 of his works now showcased at California's prestigious Malibu Design Centre.
The multi-award-winning artist’s bold creations are capturing global attention from collectors and retailers alike.
His journey in ceramics resulted in winning the 2017 Eastern Cape Art on Target regional exhibitions for best use of colour.
Sibanda has since earned regional and national recognition, as well as mentorship with celebrated South African designer, Laduma Ngxokolo, of Maxhosa Africa, in partnership with Chivas Regal, and best in homeware at the 2019 Visual Arts and Craft Competition and Exhibition.
Locally, his works can be found on proud display at Elza’s Pottery in Pretoria, and Pret-A-Pot in Plettenberg Bay, at East London’s Lavender Blue and at the Eastern Cape Craft Collection Shop also in East London.
“Today, my company, Lookout Ceramics’ portfolio spans functional ware, plates, platters, teapots and decorative pieces such as hotel lobby vases, and chess sets, among other pieces.
“Larger pieces range from R11,000 to more than R30,000.
“I am delighted that my work is receiving global attention, demonstrating the talent of Eastern Cape creatives and the economic potential of the creative industry on a global scale.
“Having more than 100 of my works showcased at the Malibu Design Centre in California, the United States, is a significant boost and vote of confidence, which should open more economic and market access opportunities for me and other local creatives,” says Sibanda.
Drawing inspiration from African heritage and traditions, Sibanda’s work pays homage to the continent’s varied terrain with a modern twist that moves away from the stereotypical browns and neutral tones often associated with African craft.
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Fresh from high school, his journey in ceramics began by chance in Pretoria, where he helped established the ceramist, Elza van Dijk, paint her work.
While the experience was invaluable, following someone else’s pattern can be limiting.
By 2008, Sibanda began experimenting with his own ceramics, mixing form and painted detail into a hardened full-time passion.
“I must also give credit to institutions such as the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), whose initiatives helped my business gain visibility and access to markets. For example, the ECDC assisted me to participate in prominent industry platforms such as Decorex Cape Town and Johannesburg and the National Arts Festival, which provided significant exposure for my business by allowing me to present my work to a larger local and international audience,” says Sibanda.
ECDC Arts and Crafts Coordinator, Athenkosi Baliso, says the creative industry is an integral
Don’t forget to enter Miss & Mr Matric 2025 competition
NELSON Mandela Bay matriculants can now enter for the prestigious Miss and Mr Matric Dance competition, hosted by PE Express and UD Express.
This charitable initiative supports CANSA, with all proceeds directed towards the vital work they undertake in assisting cancer patients within Eastern Cape communities.
The competition will culminate in a glamorous fashion show finale at Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha on Saturday, 18 October 2025, at 16:00.
Here, entrants will showcase their stunning matric dance ensembles, and winners for both PE Express and UD Express categories will be announced.
Event highlights and prizes
• The winners’ photos will be featured on the front pages of PE Express and UD Express.
• Attractive prizes in Walmer Park gift cards: Winners: R2,000
each, Runners-up: R1,000, and Second Runners-up: R500.
Rules and entry details
• An entry fee of R60 is payable directly to CANSA (banking details below).
• Entrants must send their matric dance photo and completed entry form via email, including proof of payment.
• Submit high-resolution photographs where the full outfit, including dress or suit, hair, make-up, and accessories, can be viewed. Photo collages (maximum three photos) are permissible.
• Only one entry per matriculant is permitted, featuring a solo photograph or collage. No group photos, selfies, or photos with partners are accepted.
• Only matriculants from Gqeberha schools are eligible for the PE Express category, while the UD Express category is exclusive to schools in Kariega, Despatch, KwaNobuhle, and
part of the Eastern Cape economy and its heritage.
He says the Corporation has provided intentional support to creative enterprises for the last 15 years.
Over the years, the ECDC has provided market access opportunities to Eastern Cape creatives to participate in promotional platforms such as annual consumer and trade shows such as Decorex Cape Town and Johannesburg, National Arts Festival, Mandela Bay Arts Festival, Rand Eastern Show, Buffalo City Municipality Fashion Fair, All Fashion Sourcing, Fame Week Africa, Lithuba Lakho Visual Arts and Craft Competition and Exhibition, and the Johannesburg Art Fair, among others.
One of these creatives is Sterkspruit’s filmmaker, Lukhanyo Manyangezi, who was recently placed third at the MIP Africa pitching sessions for his film, Born to Silence , at Fame Week Africa at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 1 to 6 September.
Manyangezi was one of five Eastern Cape creatives supported by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) to participate at MIP Africa, Africa’s leading business-to-business market for film, television, digital content distribution and co-production business in Sub-Saharan Africa.
MIP Africa is held at Fame Week Africa, which is an essential destination for African and global creative professionals and features content sessions, music showcases, film screenings, exhibitions and a variety of networking opportunities.
“The ECDC’s support for the creative economy, which is also a cultural and heritage expression, is based on building capacity for sustainable creative enterprises to boost their global competitiveness.
“Our support includes market access initiatives to increase the sales of creative enterprises, providing access to local and international markets, and improved value chain relations,” says Baliso.
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Nqweba (Kirkwood).
• Photos posted on Facebook timelines or Messenger are disqualified – entries must be submitted only via email. Choose your image wisely as replacements are not accepted post-submission.
• All qualifying entries will be posted in an album on the PE Express and UD Express Facebook pages. By entering the competition, you are giving EP Media permission to use these images on our social media platforms.
Note: Facebook reactions do not influence the competition. Judging is conducted by an independent panel. Their decision is final.
Closing dates
• PE Express: 17:00 on 14 October 2025
• UD Express: 17:00 on 8 October 2025
How to to enter
1. Obtain the entry form via email from mdevries@cansa. org.za or download it from the PE Express and UD Express websites.
2. Email the completed form along with your matric dance photo and proof of payment to mdevries@cansa.org.za. Use the subject line, “CANSA Matric Dance Competition” and indicate whether it is for PE Express or UD Express.
Bank details for entry fee (R60):
• Beneficiary: CANSA
• Bank: Absa
• Branch Code: 63200500
• Account Number: 1157140058
For additional info, contact Marius de Vries at mdevries@ cansa.org.za, 041 373 5157, or 083 481 7404.
Woodridge learners shine at leadership conference in India
WOODRIDGE Preparatory School recently achieved another landmark moment in its commitment to character building and global engagement.
Drawing on the enduring philosophy of Kurt Hahn and the principles of the Round Square IDEALS, the school’s dedication to fostering future leaders was exemplified as five student ambassadors represented Woodridge and South Africa on the international stage. The young delegates participated in the Round Square International Junior Conference, held last month at Sunbeam School, Lahartara, in Varanasi, India. This extraordinary global event brought together students aged 12 to 14 from around the world to delve into Round Square’s six core IDEALS: Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service.
For Woodridge, this conference highlighted its growing influence in international education and its steadfast dedication to nurturing leaders with courage, a sense of responsibility, and a global perspective. For the delegates, the experience was deeply transformative.
The school’s representatives — Austin Botes, Murray-John Boonzaier, Anina Krugel, Jasper Poultney and Gibran Hassim — embarked on this life-changing journey with the guidance of Garron Adlard (Head of Round Square, Woodridge Preparatory) and Roslyn Pienaar (Librarian and Head of the Eco-Committee). Their route took them through Doha and Delhi, eventually arriving in Varanasi, a city renowned for its history and spirituality.
From their first evening in India, the delegation took a deep dive into the vibrant culture with a visit to the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Assi Ghat — a mesmerising display of fire, chanting and devotion. Immersing themselves in Indian traditions like this ceremony set the tone for a journey marked by respect, discovery and personal growth.
Throughout their stay, the Woodridge representatives were met with exceptional hospitality and kindness, leaving them humbled by the cultural warmth and welcoming nature of their hosts.
A high-calibre conference with lasting lessons The conference was a resounding success,
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offering delegates a meticulously planned programme filled with inspiring talks, interactive workshops and cultural highlights. Woodridge hailed the event as “world-class,” crediting Sunbeam School Lahartara for delivering an unforgettable experience. Sessions included thought-provoking keynotes. Among the standout speakers were Dr
Himanshu Rai on uncovering “The Leader Within,” Parnab Mukherjee on self-reflection, and Vikram Sridhar, who explored the power of storytelling. Delegates also engaged in thematic activities, from filmmaking to creative role-playing, nurturing leadership and self-expression.
One memorable trip took the students to Sarnath, a sacred site where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Exploring ancient Buddhist landmarks like the Dhamek Stupa exposed the delegates to a rich chapter of cultural and spiritual history. During the grand finale, students showcased their home countries through performances. Woodridge’s ambassadors delivered a heartfelt poem inspired by the school and its heritage, captivating their global peers.
Adventures beyond the conference
Beyond the conference itself, the delegation experienced a cultural whirlwind. In Delhi, they toured the President’s House, rode rickshaws through bustling streets, and explored sustainability at Beejom Organic Farm, where they learned about terrace gardening, pottery and sugar-cane juice-making. The journey also took them to Agra, home of the iconic Taj Mahal, where they reflected with a yoga session overlooking the monument. A visit to Bharatpur’s Keoladeo National Park added a natural touch, with cycling tours through this renowned bird sanctuary.
“For Woodridge Preparatory, this experience was the epitome of what it means to be a Round Square ambassador. The five delegates embraced every opportunity, forming friendships and connections that transcended borders,” said Pienaar. "We are incredibly proud of our students. Not only did they represent Woodridge and South Africa with dignity, but they also lived the Round Square IDEALS in every interaction, embodying global citizenship, cultural appreciation and true leadership.”
The Woodridge delegation, learners Austin Botes, Murray-John Boonzaier, Anina Krugel, Jasper Poultney, and Gibran Hassim, accompanied by staff members Garron Adlard and Roslyn Pienaar.
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Discover the enchanting world of ‘Alice’
DISNEY'S Alice in Wonderland
JR . is set to dazzle audiences at Collegiate Junior School from Monday, 29 September through Thursday, 2 October at 18:30.
This zany 60-minute musical, designed especially for middle school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 1951 Disney animated film and the classic novels by Lewis Carroll.
The Senior Primary cast features 120 talented students, brought to life under the creative guidance of Siobhan Day (director), Michelle Mattheus (vocal director), and Catherine Gouws (choreographer).
“Our girls have poured their hearts into this production, and it has been inspiring to see their creativity, teamwork, and confidence grow on stage.
“Audiences can look forward to a colourful, energetic per -
formance filled with magic and joy,” says Day.
Audiences are invited to fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on her journey of self-discovery.
Along the way, she encounters the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, a temperamental Queen and many more beloved Wonderland characters in this charming retelling of Lewis Carroll’s timeless stories.
Adapted especially for young performers, the musical includes favourite songs from the Disney canon, such as I’m Late , The Unbirthday Song , and Painting the Roses Red , along with additional music from the 2010 Tim Burton live-action film.
For ticket enquiries, send an email to school@collegiate.co.za
Two friends, four decades, one honest, hilarious and heartfelt night
ON Saturday, 11 October 2025, two of South Africa’s most loved entertainers, Alistair Izobell and Loukmaan Adams , bring Back 2 Back to Centrestage at Baywest, Gqeberha for an evening of laughter, music, and powerful real-life reflection.
After a 42-year friendship and working partnership, these two brothers in music take the audience on a journey through the highs, lows and sideways turns of life.
With the jumps a little lower, the songs a little shorter, and the memory sometimes playing tricks, they embrace it all with humour, honesty and grace.
Back 2 Back is more than entertainment; it’s a conversation between two grown men looking back on a 40-year story. It’s about choices, change, and mental well-being.
Loukmaan speaks openly about living with acute anxiety and letting go of unhealthy coping habits.
Alistair shares his truth as a suicide survivor, navigating life’s new chapters while creating a healthier, stronger version of himself.
Expect laugh-a-minute moments, unforgettable music, and raw, inspiring stories that remind us that it’s never too late to talk, to heal, and to rewrite your story.
Show details:
• Saturday, 11 October 2025
• Centrestage at Baywest, Gqeberha
• Tickets: R160 pp
• Show Time: 19:00
• Available https://westway.co. za/back-2-back or WhatsApp 082 487 3118
Royal garden from left to right: Lark Vercellino, Amy van Aswegen, Kumele Jack, Emma Smith, Hunter August and Isabella St ern.
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Alistair and Loukmaan at Loukmaan’s recent 50th birthday party on 11 September 2025.
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World champion (72) chases SPAR Women’s Challenge 10km record
THE world’s fastest-ever time over 15km was also the reason veteran Eastern Cape runner, Margie Saunders (72), from Cape St Francis, was missing from the start line of the SPAR Women’s Challenge in Gqeberha last year.
Her world record in the 70-plus age category, a week prior to the popular 10km, unfortunately, came at the price of a pulled hamstring.
“I must have run too fast!” said Saunders, who is a Nedbank Running Club athlete.
“So, I came to watch and support [the 2024 race] but didn’t actually run.”
You cannot keep a good woman down, and it didn’t take long for Saunders to hit her world-beating stride again.
Over the past 12 months, she has broken her own SA record over 10km at the Freedom Run (44:38) and
her world record over 15km at the Forest Run (1:08:49), both in the Bay.
She also came within five seconds of setting a new global benchmark for the 21.1km in the great-grandmaster class at the Madibaz half-marathon.
Incidentally, Saunders’ 2:12:45 is also the world’s fastest over 25km.
If her recent form is anything to go by, adding the 10km world mark to her resume on 27 September is not far-fetched at all.
Although she is “a little way off”, 29 seconds to be precise, of breaching Australian Lavinia Petrie’s 44:09, she believes there is every chance if the weather plays ball.
A factor in her favour is the flatter 10km loop introduced last year.
Saunders calls it “lovely”.
“It’s one of the nicest 10km races in Gqeberha. I think if the wind plays along, it’s going to be fast. The course has improved a lot [compared to previous years],” said Saunders.
“It’s virtually flat. It’s an out-andback, and you have a bit of shelter in Brighton Drive.”
Those who have tackled the old course in the past but missed out last year will immediately notice the changes.
After the gun, entrants head from Pollok Beach along Marine Drive, but instead of turning right into Admiralty Way as they used to, they continue straight until reaching the turnaround point.
From there, they retrace their steps along the oceanside road, which means they approach Admiralty from the opposite side, and therefore a left turn brings them onto the road that leads towards the university.
Runners then turn right, meandering along Brighton Drive through suburban Summerstrand to exit onto Marine via 4th Avenue. Here, a left turn takes them past
Caledonian AFC: A legacy of excellence
CALEDONIA is the ancient Roman name for Scotland, and in 1898, a group of mainly Scottish immigrants brought their beloved sport to their new hometown of Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), forming the Caledonian AFC in the newly established Eastern Province Football Association (EPFA).
Today, Callies - as the club is now affectionately known - stands as the second-oldest existing club in South Africa and by far the longest-stand-
The Caledonian Football Club U13 teams recently participated in the Seville/Barcelona Champions Cup in Cape Town, where they won in their respective division and were rewarded automatic entry into the Iber Cup, to be played in December.
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ing in the Eastern Cape.
Since their first league championship in 1899, the club has built an impressive trophy collection, establishing itself as not only the biggest club in Port Elizabeth but also one of the most successful.
The club’s commitment to excellence continues to pay dividends on the national stage. Caledonian AFC's U11 and U13 teams recently achieved outstanding success at the prestigious Seville/Barcelona Champions
Cup in Cape Town, with both teams winning their respective divisions convincingly.
This dominant performance has earned them an incredible reward: automatic entry into the highly coveted Iber Cup, scheduled for December in Johannesburg - a testament to the club’s exceptional youth development programme.
With a junior membership approaching 500, 175 senior players, plus both girls’ and senior ladies’
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The Boardwalk precinct towards the next turning point on Beach Road, which brings them all the way back to the race village.
The Women’s Challenge, which includes the ever-popular 5km fun run, is known for its community-spirited atmosphere.
It presents the ideal opportunity for social and club runners, as well as walkers, to gather for a fun day out.
The event also boasts the next leg of the 10km Grand Prix Series for elite runners.
Participants in the feature event will head off at 07:00, with those taking part in the shorter distance coming under starter’s orders 30 minutes later.
Enter at www.sparwomenschallenge.co.za/gqeberha/ or ask someone to do so on your behalf and collect your entry at a till point in any SPAR store.
teams, Callies has built a robust foundation for future achievements.
The club’s unique position as the only local football club to own its premises in Sunridge Park provides additional stability.
“Our mission statement at Callies was never just about ‘winning at all costs’, but about developing players into talented footballers and teaching very important life lessons along the way. In this manner, success is destined to follow,” shared Caledonian
AFC Chairman Garfield Sauls. The club takes pride in the diverse demographic make-up of both membership and executive committee, with all racial and ethnic groups well represented.
With a competent group of coaches dedicated to developing young talent both on and off the pitch, the recent Cape Town victories and Iber Cup qualification perfectly exemplify the bright future ahead for this historic club.
The U11 teams recently participated in the Seville/Barcelona Champions Cup in Cape Town where they won their respective divisions and were rewarded with automatic entry into the highly coveted Iber Cup.
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Gqeberha Central Men's Shed: Meet every Monday from 10:00 to 12:00 at Caritas, 16 West Street, Newton Park. A space where men can relax, get together to talk, work together, have a cup of coffee, and create friends. All ages are welcome.
WhatsApp Willie at 071 142 3771. Little Vintage Fayre: The fayre will take place on Wednesday, 24 September (public holiday), from 09:00 to 14:00, at Vintage PE, 2 St Philips Street, Richmond Hill. Stalls will be selling vintage jewellery, bric-a-brac, books and more. Entry is free. Wings of Heritage Family Day: The SAAF Air Force Museum in Forest Hill Drive will be hosting a Wings of Heritage Family Day on Wednesday, 24 September from 10:00 to 14:00. There will be a variety of stalls, a special visit from the K9 dog unit, and fun for the kids - jumping castles and entertainment. Contact Morne at 079 600 6216 for more info.
Craft Market: The Linton Grange Library will have a craft market on 25 September from 09:00 to 15:00 and on 26 September from 09:00 to 13:00. Clothing Sale: Walmer Methodist Church's “As Good As New” monthly clothing sale will take place at the church, 83 Main Road, Walmer, on Friday, 26 September from 11:00 to 14:00. Discounts on selected items. Mens, ladies and children’s brand-name clothing and shoes will be available.
Market Day/Boot Sale: St Peter’s Congregational Church, Walter Road, Charlo, will have their monthly event on Saturday, 27 September from 09:00 to 13:00. Stall vendors set up from 08:00. Free entry to the public from 09:00. Table rental is R50. Come sell your unwanted items. Eats, refreshments, fruit and veg, clothes, bric-a-brac and toys will be sold. Entertainment by Flippie Kapp. Contact Deirdre at 076 067 8019 to reserve space. Market: Comrades Algoa Shellhole is having a market on Saturday, 27 September at 08:00, at Moth Memorial Centre, 52 King Edward Street, Newton Park. For more info, contact 084 681 5474. Boot Sale: The Knights of Da Gama will hold their monthly boot sale on Saturday morning, 27 September, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Grounds in Cape Road, Kabega Park. Site cost is R60. Stall holders can enter from 06:00. Gates open to the public at 07:00. Contact Br Duncan at 083 357 2238 for more info. Morning Market: Dunant Park Retirement Village, 7th Avenue, Summerstrand, will have a market on Saturday, 27 September from 09:00 to 14:00. There will be loads of bargains at the white elephant stall, with beautiful Christmas decorations to choose from, lots to eat, a book stall with books, puzzles, DVDs, etc. Best entry will be via Strandfontein Road, into 2nd Avenue, right into Erasmus until you reach 7th Avenue, then turn left. East Cape Calligraphers: They will meet on Saturday, 27 September at 13:00, in the Westering Methodist Youth Lounge in Papenkuil Street, Westering. Visitors and any interested in the art of written lettering are welcome to join for a fee of R30, which covers
refreshments. Contact Debbie at 084 562 3130 for more info.
Mater Dei Family Market: Mater Dei Catholic Church, 337 Cape Road, Newton Park, will host a family market on Saturday, 27 September, from 09:30. There will be food stalls, crafts, jumping castles and fun and games for the whole family. Entry is free. Contact Monique at 082 332 4601 or Felicia at 083 360 9324. Loerie Nartjiefees: Moenie die fees op 27 September met Appel, Elizma Theron, Armand Hofmeyr, Dillon Lerm en Kobus en Karla misloop nie. Plaasvars groente, pannekoek, kunsmarkstalletjies, tee/koffiewinkel, kosstalletjies, bier- en cidertent. Toegang is R150 vir volwassenes en R50 vir leerders. Kaartjies is beskikbaar aanlyn by Quicket of by die hek. Vir meer inligting, besoek nartjiefees.co.za, Nartjiefees FB en Instagram.
Re-Seconds Market: Calling all collectors, treasure hunters to visit the Re-Seconds Market at Londt Park Sports Club on Sunday, 28 September from 09:00 to 14:00. There will be thrift clothing, toys, Tupperware, jewellery, pet treats, hair accessories, home decor, and vintage items, as well as plenty of food and great coffee. Entry is free. Contact 083 588 5823 or theresecondsmarket@ gmail.com for more info.
Let’s Thrift Again: The market will take place on Sunday, 28 September, from 08:00 to 13:00, at the Walmer Town Hall. There will be a variety of stalls, including bric-a-brac, pre-loved and vintage clothing, crafts, Tupperware, plants, antiques and collectables, and various food stalls. To book a stall at R100, WhatsApp the organiser at 082 227 7073.
Fete: Laubscher Park East Echo Retirement Village will have their annual fete on Saturday, 4 October, from 09:00, on the corner of 14th Avenue and Villiers Road, Walmer. There will be various food stalls, a cake store, tea, coffee and cold drinks, a plant and farm stall and bargains galore at the bric-a-brac stall. Don't miss the card stall, the needlework and craft stall, and all the books, DVDs and CDs. There will be five different inexpensive raffles drawn on the day.
Plaasbasaar, Patensie: The annual Plaasbasaar of the Dutch Reformed Church is on Saturday, 4 October, at Endulini, 3.5 km west of Patensie. There will be a Farm breakfast, fruit and vegetable market, a meat market, a deli, a tea garden, a variety of refreshments, fun for the kids, and an auction at 11:00. Card facilities available. Free entrance and safe parking. The bazaar starts from 08:00 while the stock lasts. For more info, phone Kevin van Rooyen at 082 463 5143 or Louwrens
ghue (082 441 8985/ moniqueod@gmail.com) or
Philander (071 079 9702/dphilander@gmail.com).
Market Day: Age in Action Eastern Cape will host a market day fundraiser in aid of the Ethembeni Community Safe Home on Saturday, 11 October, at the Department of Social Development yard, located in Motherwell, Addo Road. Participate by renting a table or bringing a food truck to sell goods. The cost is R150 for a stall and R250 for a food truck. All proceeds will go toward the safe home's operational needs. Contact 041 457 1466, WhatsApp 074 873 6305 or email ageinactionec@gmail.com.
Margie Saunders has an outside chance of adding the 10km world record to her list of global benchmarks.
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Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. Subdivision of Erf 3940 Walmer, Port Elizabeth into two portions (Portion A and Remainder) as per plan number 3940W-A.
2. Departure from the provision of open space requirements of 36 square metres (18m² x2) to provide nil open space as per plan number 3940W-A.
3. Departure from 1,5 metres building line to allow a 1,00 metres building line (for building line DE) as indicated on plan number 3940W-A.
The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email, johan@johanmeiring.co.za copy in sharon@johanmeiring.co.za.
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments and Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
(1) Johan Meiring and Associates, 10 Cassia Drive, Sunridge Park, Port Elizabeth, 6008, 0413605159/0832250092 & johan@johanmeiring.co.za and sharon@johanmeiring.co.za and a copy sent to:
(2) The Executive Director : Human Settlements , P.O.Box 9, Port Elizabeth, 6000: c/o email: awillliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 14 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041-5061813.
A person who delivers comments, objections or representations will be notified if a hearing is to be held in respect of the application. (Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid.)
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PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: ERF 2721, WALMER PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 85 HEUGH ROAD
APPLICANT: ROUTE2EC
ON BEHALF OF: YOUNGER's PROJECTS CC Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. The amendment of the NMBMM LUS by the rezoning of the property from Single Residential Zone 1 to Business Zone 1.
The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email to maartje@route2.co.za
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
1. The Applicant, Postnet Suite x121, Private Bag X0002, Sunridge Park, 6008, Cell: 082 375 3662 and email: maartje@route2.co.za and a copy sent to 2. The Executive Director: Human Settlements, P O Box 9, Port Elizabeth 6000; c/o e-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 6 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building,191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel: 041 506 1813.
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PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW 2023 FOR: ERF/ERVEN: ERF 1009, WALMER PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 190 MAIN ROAD APPLICANT: ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: THE TRUSTEES FOR THE TIME BEING OF THE WDKR FAMILY TRUST Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. The amendment of the NMBMM LUS by the rezoning of the property from Single Residential Zone 1 to Business Zone 2 and 2. The amendment of the NMBMM LUS for the departure of side and rear building line provisions from 5m or half the height of the building whichever the greater (maximum 10m) to 1,5m for intended development of the property The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email to maartje@route2.co.za
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
1. The Applicant, Postnet Suite x121, Private Bag X0002, Sunridge Park, 6008, Cell: 082 375 3662 and email: maartje@route2.co.za and a copy sent to 2. The Executive Director: Human Settlements, P O Box 9, Port Elizabeth 6000; c/o e-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 6 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building, 91 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel: 041 506 1813.
A p e r s o n w h o d e l i v e r s c o m m e n t s ,
respect of the application. (Comments
PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY
METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: REMAINDER 114 WALMER
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 194 CHURCH ROAD
APPLICANT: JOHAN MEIRING AND ASSOCIATES ON BEHALF OF: COHEN CONSTRUCTION AND PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS CC
Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. Subdivision of Remainder Erf 114 Walmer, Port Elizabeth into four portions (Portion A, Portion B, Portion C and Portion D) as per plan number 23068AA-1.
2. Departure from the provision of open space requirements of 72 square metres (18m² x 4) to provide nil open space as per plan number 23068AA-1.
The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email, johan@johanmeiring.co.za copy in sharon@johanmeiring.co.za.
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments and Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
(1) Johan Meiring and Associates, 10 Cassia Drive, Sunridge Park, Port Elizabeth, 6008, 0413605159/0832250092 & johan@johanmeiring.co.za and sharon@johanmeiring.co.za and a copy sent to:
(2) The Executive Director : Human Settlements P.O.Box 9, Port Elizabeth, 6000: c/o email: awillliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 14 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041-5061813.
A person who delivers comments, objections or representations will be notified if a hearing is to be held in respect of the application. (Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid.)
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PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN : 0068 Fernglen
PHYSICAL
ADDRESS : 2 Glendale Avenue, Fernglen
APPLICANT : De Bruyns Consultants Pty Ltd ON BEHALF OF : CL Ah- Khun
Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. An application for Special Consent to permit the property to be used as a guesthouse 2. the removal of conditions B 3 (a) (b) (c ) (d) (e) and C (ii) contained in the Title Deed No. [T020068/2022) applicable to Erf 0068 Fernglen in terms of Section 47 of the SPLUMA; The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant.
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUMA Bylaw with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
(1) The Applicant, De Bruyns Consultants (Pty) Ltd P O.Box 10653, Linton Grange 6025, 064 7513270 or via email Monique@debruynsconsultants.co.za and a copy sent to (2) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, P O Box 9, P
November 2025
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building, No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041 506 1813. A
representations will be notified if
hearing is to be held in respect of the application.
(Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid.)
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METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: 13236 WALMER
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 58 ELEVENTH AVENUE
APPLICANT: JOHAN MEIRING AND ASSOCIATES ON BEHALF OF: BRYCE ROBERT DAKIN
Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. Subdivision of Erf 13236 Walmer, Port Elizabeth into two portions (Portion A and Remainder) as per plan number 25098AA-1.
2. Departure from the provision of open space requirements of 36 square metres (18m² x2) to provide nil open space as per plan number 25098AA-1.
The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email, johan@johanmeiring.co.za copy in sharon@johanmeiring.co.za.
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments and Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
(1) Johan Meiring and Associates, 10 Cassia Drive, Sunridge Park, Port Elizabeth, 6008, 0413605159/0832250092 & johan@johanmeiring.co.za and sharon@johanmeiring.co.za and a copy sent to:
(2) The Executive Director : Human Settlements , P.O.Box 9, Port Elizabeth, 6000: c/o email: awillliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 14 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 2nd Floor Lillian Diedericks Building No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041-5061813.
A person who delivers comments, objections or representations will be notified if a hearing is to be held in respect of the application. (Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid.)
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PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR:
ERF: 434 Mount Road
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 38 Erith Street, Mount Croix APPLICANT: SETPLAN PTY LTD ON BEHALF OF SIMON LE GRAS
Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for: REMOVAL OF RESTRICTIVE CONDITIONS C (A) TO (E) FROM DEED OF TRANSFER 48741/2009 AND FROM ANY RELATED AND ASSOCIATED DEEDS
The detai ed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email, brendan@setplan.com
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
(1) The Applicant (SETPLAN), POSTNET Suite 54 Private Bag X40106 Walmer 6065, 082 787 9393 & brendan@setplan.com and a copy sent to (2) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, PO Box 9, Gqeberha, 6000; c/o e-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 05 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Williams at 3rd Floor L llian Diedericks Building, No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041 506 1813.
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representations will be notified if a hearing is to be held in respect of the application.
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considered invalid.)
FARM : 23, PORTION 109, FARMS PORT ELIZABETH PHYSICAL FARM 23, PORTION 109, ADDRESS: LAKESIDE FARM, KRAGGA KAMMA APPLICANT : KL TOWN PLANNING ON BEHALF OF: DUDELY GRAYAME BROWN
Notice is hereby given that an application will be made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. Application is made for, Council’s Special Consent to permit Farm 23, Portion 109 Lakeside Farm, Kragga Kamma, to operate as an abattoir, butchery and function venue.
The deta led proposal may be requested from the applicant via email, kltownplanning@gmail.com
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following: (1) The Applicant, 60 Radasi Street, 0658847295 or 0786665408 kltownplanning@gmail.com (2) and a copy sent to (3) The Executive Director: Human Settlements, PO Box 9, Gqeberha, 6000; c/o e-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 12 November 2025.
Persons with disabilities who are not able to email may contact Ms Wil iams at 2nd Floor Lillian Dieder cks Building, No. 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel No. 041 506 1813.
A p e r s o n w h o d e l i v e r s c o m m e n t s o b j e c t i o n s o r representations will be notified if a hearing is to be held in respect of the application.
(Comments submitted after the said date will be considered invalid).
IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW, 2023 FOR: NM10029126-PX240925
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PUBLICATION OF AN APPLICATION IN TERMS OF SECTION 71 OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY SPATIAL PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT BY-LAW 2023 FOR:
ERF/ERVEN: ERVEN 1354, 108 AND REMAINDER OF ERF 109, NEWTON PARK PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 256 AND 260, CAPE ROAD AND 109 WESTVIEW DRIVE
APPLICANT: ROUTE2EC ON BEHALF OF: BELLINGAN FAMILY TRUST/ BELLINGAN PROPERTIES PROPRIETARY LIMITED
Notice is hereby given that an application has been made to the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality for:
1. The application for the Town planning amendment of TPA's 5196 and 8266 for increase in height provisions to 12,6m for future development intended as per the NMBMM LUS.
2. The simultaneous Rezoning from Single Residential Zone 1 to Business Zone 3 and Removal of restrictive conditions for the Rema nder of Erf 109 Mil Park as per Tit e Deed No T49258/2016 conditions C. (a – e) and D. 5. and D. 6.
3. The Removal of restrictive conditions for Erf 108, Mill Park as per Title Deed No. T16874/2007 conditions C. (a – e) and D. 5, and D. 6. 4. Consolidation of Erven 1354, 108 and Remainder of Erf 109, Mill Park. The detailed proposal may be requested from the applicant via email to maartje@route2.co.za
Members of the public are invited to submit comments, objections or intervener status using the Comments & Objections Form in the SPLUM Bylaw, with clear reasons in respect of the proposal to the following:
1. The Applicant, Postnet Suite x121, Private Bag X0002, Sunridge Park, 6008, Cell: 082 375 3662 and email: maartje@route2.co.za and a copy sent to
2. The Executive Director: Human Settlements, P O Box 9, Port Elizabeth 6000; c/o e-mail awilliams@mandelametro.gov.za on or before 6 November 2025.
Persons with d sabi t es who are not able to ema l may contact Ms W l iams at 2nd Floor Li l an Diedericks Building, 191 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha, Tel: 041 506 1813. A person who delivers comments, objections or representations will
ACVV PE SENTRAAL is requesting anyone with information regarding the biological father of a boy child born on 12.12.2009. The whereabouts of the biological father are unknown. The biological mother is Ms. Lucinda Lottering, residing in the Korsten/ Schuaderville area. Anyone with information, please contact social worker Mrs A. Rensburg at 072 948 6329 from Monday-Friday office hours 08:00:16:30
CMR P.E. is requesting anyone with information regarding the identity and whereabouts of the biological father of a female child born on 30/03/2008 to the biological mother Ms Charmaine Van Vuuren to contact the social worker, Ms Roxanne Michaels @ 041 484 3554 during o/h.
ACVV PE SENTRAAL is requesting anyone with information regarding Miss Robin Miller, residing in the Central area. She is the biological mother of a girl child born on 04.08.2013. Anyone with information please contact social worker, Mrs. A. Rensburg at 072 948 6329 from Monday-Friday office hours 08:00:16:30.
Family Restoration Services, Motherwell Port Elizabeth is requesting anyone with information with regards to the biological father of a boy child born on 2011/05/06.The biological mother of the child concerned Ms Noxolo Faith Mvakela is deceased. If you have any information please contact Social Worker at Family Restoration Services - 078 118 0736 - during office hours (08h00-16h00).
The ACVV PE Suid is requesting anyone with information with regards to Whitney Anthony and Warren Oliphant, parents of a boy who was born on 20 July 2019 in Port Elizabeth to contact social worker: Nikita Gelandt at 047 585 4176 during office hours (07:30 – 16:00).
IN THE SADDLE: HENK STEENKAMP
Another close finish expected at Fairview track
GET ready for another nail-biting finish!
The Nelson Mandela Bay Racing East Cape Poly Challenge resumes at the Fairview track in Greenbushes on Friday, and that means another exciting, close finish is guaranteed.
Almost every race in this Challenge, which was introduced in 2016, turned into a thrilling affair, and one can expect more of the same at Friday’s meeting.
The second leg of this season's Challenge, run over 1400m, will then be the main event. The third and final leg over 1600m takes place on 17 October.
The stable of champion trainer, Alan Greeff, dominated the first leg in August, which was won by Mercantour. Mercantour just managed to hold on for victory to beat his fast-finishing stablemate Fairy Knight.
There is no doubt that the Greeff stable will be a huge factor in the second leg.
The yard has already made a huge impact on the current sea-
son.
Greeff won four of the eight races at last Friday’s meeting, which included victories by two of his brightest stars, My Best Shot and Direct Hit.
The four-year-old My Best Shot is the reigning Horse of the Season and showed why when he won the R175,000 Friendly City Stakes with ease.
With this victory, My Best Shot has become the latest equine millionaire in South African racing.
He took his earnings past a million rand with this win, his 11th from 19 starts.
Direct Hit was just as impressive. She tackled the Pinnacle Stakes for fillies and mares in her first race as a three-year-old.
She had no problem bagging another victory with her regular pilot, Richard Fourie, in the saddle.
Direct Hit is still unbeaten after five races and has already earned nearly R1.5 million in prize money.
These two stars will be aimed at some of the biggest races in the country later in the season, and
that means exciting times for the Greeff stable and racing in the province.
Last Friday’s meeting started with the first Work Riders Maiden Plate of the season. These races give the amateur riders a welcome chance to show off their skills.
The competition is fierce to be named as the East Cape Champion Work Rider, and Avuyile Mbumbulu will be delighted that he got on the board first.
Mbumbulu, known as AK at the Fairview stables, rode an excellent race to win with the fouryear-old gelding Away With Red for Sharon Kotzen Racing.
AK finished second with the same horse in the Work Riders race back in July and was desperate to go one better this time.
“I am just thankful that the owners of the horse gave me another chance,” a very happy Mbumbulu said.
Kotzen described the victory as “super special” and added that Mbumbulu does a lot of work at the stable and deserves to win a race in the Work Riders Series.
Weekend sport results, upcoming fixtures
SELBY MADIKANE
MOFA Build It soccer u/13 and soccer u/13 netball become resounding success
MOTHERWELL Football Association (MOFA) Build It Soccer U/13 and Motherwell primary schools U/13 netball turned out to be a resounding success during the tournament that took place at Motherwell NU 9 Stadium and at Motherwell NU 9 Community Grounds on Saturday.
The atmosphere was electrifying in front of Motherwell NU 9 Shopping Convenience as Khulile Primary School March & Drill squad entertained the teams and the customers. Khulile Primary School March & Drill squad led the teams to Motherwell NU 9 Stadium where they also entertained the spectators.
According to MOFA president Vuyo Sabalele, the tournament was well organised and turned out to be a resounding success. Sabalele said, “I am over the moon that the tournament was hassle-free, and the schools and our teams behaved well. It makes us very proud to see the community members come in their droves to the fields to support the children’s tournament.”
The soccer teams were divided into four groups, with the tournament starting with a round robin and ending in a knockout format. The eight schools played a straight point system.
The soccer teams were Motherwell School of Excellence FC, Khulile Primary, Young Romans FC, Enqileni Primary, Camper United FC, Dumani Primary, Manchester United FC, Nxanelwimfundo Primary, Channel Porto FC, Enkululekweni Primary, Shining Stars FC, Enkwenkwezini Primary, FC Angels, Imbasa Primary, Black Vultures FC and Melisizwe Primary.
The defending champions, Enkululekweni Primary, eliminated Melisizwe Primary 1-0 during their semi-final which they played at Motherwell NU 9 Community Grounds. In another semi-final game, Dumani Primary overcame Enqileni Primary 3-1 on penalties after the goalless full-time score at Motherwell NU 9 Stadium. In the fi-
nal, Unam Sambu scored the early goal that helped Dumani Primary to lift the trophy.
The netball winners were Vukanibantu Primary and the runners-up were Dumani Primary. The players, Aviwe Thembani from Dumani Primary soccer team, and Asiphe Thembani from Vukanibantu Primary netball team, received a brand new bicycle and a mini trophy each as they were the players of the tournament.
The learners of the schools were over the moon when they saw their teams go home with Build It t-shirts, gold medals, a trophy, a ball and players’ bags. The runners-up did not go home empty-handed, but they settled for the silver medals, a ball and field markers.
Sabalele, who was elated, said, “I am very excited as the games pulled many spectators. The local organising committee, match officials and spectators contributed immensely to make the event successful. I would like to thank them. Furthermore, Motherwell Build It deserves the ac-
colade as they injected funds into the development of grassroots soccer. On behalf of MOFA and these schools, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Motherwell Build It.”
Ginola Tournament results GINOLA Soccer Tournament reached its climax as the big guns were eliminated at Young Romans Grounds on Saturday and Sunday. However, Real Crusaders FC made their supporters extremely excited after they snatched a narrow 1-0 win from the Njoli United Brothers (NUBS FC) during their exhilarating quarter-finals clash on Sunday. The defending champions, Major Chiefs Sports Club, had an easy assignment after they registered an emphatic 5-1 victory over Swartkopsvalley United Brothers (SUBS) FC. Shining Stars FC supporters could not believe it when they saw their side kiss goodbye to the tournament in their 2-1 defeat to the unpredictable and unknown Majimbos FC during their nerve-wracking game. FC Motherwell, who are known as
Amabhayinari by their loyal supporters, played their hearts out as they booked themselves a berth in the semi-finals in their hard-fought 1-0 triumph that they claimed from Real Crusaders.
In the closely contested battle of the big guns, Veeplaas lads Young Aces FC, who campaign in SAFA Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Regional League, dug deep to register a 2-1 victory over Kuyga Football Association Premier League champions Futures FC.
According to the tournament director, Khuthala Mamkhize Kakancu, the semi-finals take place at Young Romans Field and at Zwide Stadium today.
Zwide Stadium programme is as follows:
• 11:00: U/15 semi-finals: Golden Aces FCReal Crusaders FC
• 12:00: U/15 semi-finals: Major Chiefs Sports Club – Black Vultures FC
• 13:00: Seniors' 3rd place final
• 15:00: Seniors' finals
Continental Tyres chase IFA-MNB log leaders Tenneco Ride Control
IT is just one point that separates the log leaders, Tenneco Ride Control SA (Pty) Ltd, from Continental Tyres on the Industrial Football Association Nelson Mandela Sanlam Cup League log table.
At Dana Fields: Tenneco Ride Control SA (Pty) Ltd proved that they were made of stern stuff as they hammered Lumotech 6-0 in an easy game on Sunday. Forvia Uitenhage won on soft points over Mondelez. Famous Brands failed to reply to the 3-0 punishment that they suffered from Dana Spicer.
Volpes worked their socks off in their 1-0 win over Rehau on Sunday as well. It was a game of two equal halves as Dairy Group managed to share a 1-1 draw with Sasko.
At Shatterprufe Struandale Grounds: Continental Tyres were taken aback in their 1-1 draw with the unpredictable Shatterprufe Struandale during their interesting clash. Auto-X Willard, who had a bad start to the season, snatched a narrow 2-1 triumph from Distell-Heineken. Borbet SA (Pty) Ltd went down 4-2 to the
much-improved Aspen.
At Despatch Rugby Stadium: Fans were overjoyed to watch a thrilling game after Key-Pak claimed a hardfought 3-2 victory from Forvia Port Elizabeth. Fresenius Kabi were held to a 1-1 draw by Kanu during their humdinger. The struggling Adient PPC continued with their dismal performance as they were outplayed 5-1 by the formidable Purem by Eberspacher.
Warriors to take on Stars during PEEFA MYDF
PORT Elizabeth East Football Association (PEEFA) Premier League reigning champions, Mighty Warriors FC, will play against Golden Stars FC during the PEEFA Mwalimu Youth Development Foundation final at Veeplaas at 13:00 this afternoon.
However, the Warriors’ road to the final has not been difficult as they thumped their opponents from the quarter-finals to the semi-finals at Veeplaas Turf Stadium on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. Warriors handed Mighty Birds FC a comprehensive 3-0 defeat during their quarter-finals. Warriors’ supporters saw their side thrash the hot favourites United Brothers 5-1 during the semi-finals.
On the other hand, Stars earned an easy 4-1 win over Forresters FC during their quarter-finals. During the semi-finals, Stars had a mountain to climb but booked themselves a berth in the final as they secured a 4-3 victory on penalties following their 2-2 full-time draw with Young Teenagers FC.
Mwalimu All Stars FC, who boast talented youngsters in their squad, suffered a close 4-3 loss on penalties after their 3-3 semi-finals full-time score. In the battle of the neighbours, Peace Lovers FC really disappointed their loyal supporters after Young Teenagers FC handed The Doves a 3-0 defeat during the one-sided quarter-finals clash.
As things stand, the Warriors are the much-fancied side, but one cannot write Golden Stars off, as cup games are totally different from league games.
My Best Shot and Richard Fourie.
PHOTO: PAULINE HERMAN
The Vukanibantu Primary School girls are the Motherwell Build It champions.
PHOTO: SELBY MADIKANE
