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Despatch man loses R6,2m in alleged illegal streaming case STAFF REPORTER | NOVANEWS THE Eastern Cape Division of the High Court in Gqeberha has granted a forfeiture order for R6,2 million held in an FNB account belonging to Damian Grundlingh, who is under investigation for alleged fraud and cybercrime, the National Prosecuting Authority’s Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) said. According to the NPA spokesperson Luxolo Tyali, the order was granted in terms of section 48(1), read with sections 50(1) and (2), and 53 of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act 121 of 1998 (POCA). “The forfeiture order follows a preservation order obtained on 4 August,” Tyali said. “The preservation order was served on Grundlingh, a resident of Despatch near Gqeberha, and was not opposed.” Tyali added that the AFU, represented by Senior State Advocate Warren-Mark
Myburgh, argued that the funds constituted proceeds of unlawful activities. “According to evidence presented to the court, Grundlingh allegedly operated an illegal live-streaming service from at least October 2024 by unlawfully accessing and distributing copyrighted MultiChoice content without authorisation.” He added, “It is alleged that protected MultiChoice content was pirated and access was subsequently resold to customers through access codes. “It is also alleged that customers paid a monthly subscription fee of approximately R160 to access the illicit streaming service. Between January 2025 and April 2026, approximately 104 667 MultiChoice-related transactions involving Grundlingh and customers were identified.” Tyali further confirmed that Grundlingh has not been arrested or charged, and the criminal investigation remains ongoing. “He is being investigated for possible
contraventions of the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020 and the Copyright Act 98 of 1978. The preservation and forfeiture proceedings were instituted without an arrest having been made.” Tyali also explained that POCA provides for non-conviction-based asset forfeiture proceedings, enabling the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) to approach the High Court for the preservation and forfeiture of property alleged to constitute proceeds of unlawful activities, independently of criminal prosecution and conviction. The Eastern Cape Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Samkelo Mtwana, welcomed the forfeiture order as an example of the effective use of the asset forfeiture regime to target financial gains allegedly derived from unlawful activities. “The forfeiture of these funds demonstrates that the NPA will not only pursue those suspected of engaging in unlawful
activities but will also target the proceeds generated from such conduct,” he said. “The alleged large-scale piracy operation highlights the significant financial impact that cyber-enabled and intellectual property-related offences can have. Through the AFU, we will continue to use every lawful means available to deprive suspected offenders of the benefits of their unlawful activities.” Tyali added that the successful proceedings resulted from collaborative efforts involving the NPA’s Specialised Commercial Crime Unit (SCCU), the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI/ Hawks), the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), and investigators from MultiChoice. “Through effective collaboration with law enforcement and other partners, the NPA will continue to ensure that the proceeds of crime are pursued through all available legal mechanisms,” Tyali concluded.
Firefighters compare descaler with water in fire test THE Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, through its Fire and Emergency Services Directorate, conducted a practical demonstration to compare the effectiveness of a wetting agent (descaler) against ordinary water in firefighting operations. The demonstration was attended by the Director for Safety and Security, Shadrack Sibiya; Head of Disaster Management, Dr Sindisiwe Nyide; Metro Police, Colonel Raquel Paulsen; Acting Director for Security Services, Mncedisi Madikinca; Pat Gounder from the Traf-
fic Department; Madikinca from Security Services; and the Senior Director for Fire and Emergency, Fire Chief John Conway. The Fire and Emergency Services Department conducted an extreme, intensified fire test using the M3 fire retardant, descaler and environmentally friendly product at the Markman Training Centre. The test formed part of the Department's El Niño contingency planning initiatives. The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
An intensified fire test evaluates a descaler’s ability to improve firefighting effectiveness.
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spokesperson, Sithembiso Soyaya, said, "Given the prevailing high temperatures and increased evaporation rates, it is essential to identify methods that enable fires to be extinguished more rapidly, particularly in the context of water scarcity. The product demonstrated significant potential in enhancing firefighting effectiveness by improving water penetration and reducing extinguishing times. "In addition, its dust-suppression and temperature-reduction properties con-
tribute to creating safer and more manageable conditions on the fire ground. The fire-retardant and wetting-agent characteristics of the product also assist in reducing the likelihood of fire re-ignition, thereby improving overall fire suppression outcomes. "The demonstration forms part of efforts to explore innovative firefighting solutions that could improve operational efficiency, reduce water usage and strengthen the Municipality's firefighting capabilities," said Soyaya.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality explores innovative firefighting solutions as part of its El Niño contingency planning.
SA automotive sector faces double blow from US tariffs,AGOA loss NAMHLA MONAKALI SOUTH Africa’s automotive industry faces further pressure from the planned withdrawal of preferential access to the US market. Existing US tariffs have already cut vehicle exports by 83.2%. The US has given South Africa 60 days’ notice of its intention to end the country’s eligibility for benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) from 1 January 2027. The withdrawal would remove preferential tariff access but would not prevent South African vehicles and automotive components from entering the US market. US tariffs drive export decline In a statement issued last week, naamsa, The Automotive Business Council, said the additional impact of losing AGOA benefits was expected to be limited. Vehicle exports had already fallen sharply following the introduction of US Section 232 tariffs. “The proposed termination does not close the US market to South African automotive products. Exports will remain
possible, although subject to the applicable US tariff regime,” naamsa said. The US introduced 25% tariffs on imported vehicles in April 2025 and automotive parts in May 2025. naamsa reported that South African vehicle exports to the US fell from 24,682 units in 2024 to 4,136 in 2025, an 83.2% decline. Component manufacturers face further costs The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) said the 25% tariffs had already largely eroded the industry’s preferential access under AGOA. Its chief executive, Renai Moothilal, said losing the benefits would increase pressure on manufacturers. “Losing AGOA adds a further cost to an industry that has already absorbed a significant shock,” he said. NAACAM reported that automotive exports to the US declined by 29%, from R28.67 billion in 2024 to R20.43 billion in 2025. Direct component exports fell by 12.8% to R3.86 billion. Light-vehicle exports also
declined by 31.7% to R16.57 billion. From January 2027, South African automotive products will also lose their preferential tariff treatment. NAACAM said ordinary US import duties on automotive products were typically about 2.5%. Moothilal said even a relatively small increase in costs could affect the industry’s competitiveness. “The direct cost of losing AGOA is modest next to existing tariff measures, but in a globally competitive industry every percentage point counts,” he said. Component sector reports closures and job losses The pressure on the automotive industry extends beyond export earnings. NAACAM reported 15 company closures and more than 7,500 gross job losses among component manufacturers over the past three years. The association linked these pressures to declining local content, production cuts at some vehicle manufacturers, falling exports and rising operating costs. The reported closures and job losses were not attributed solely to the proposed
AGOA withdrawal. Industry calls for continued US engagement naamsa and NAACAM called for continued engagement with the US to address the trade barriers. naamsa said it would provide industry evidence and economic analysis to support trade discussions. The council said these efforts would focus on protecting manufacturing competitiveness, investment and jobs. NAACAM called for a mutually beneficial trade agreement covering trade, investment, skills development and technology transfer. It also called for discussions on the existing Section 232 tariffs. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition said on 2 November that it was engaging affected industries. It would provide support on a company-by-company basis. The department said about 10% of South African exports to the US entered under AGOA in 2025, down from 28% in 2024. Those exports were worth about US$1.7 billion and accounted for approximately 1% of South Africa’s total global exports.
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VWGA recognised at Exporter of the Year Awards REINFORCING their positive impact as a long-standing corporate citizen in the Eastern Cape, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) received two awards at the 2026 Exporter of the Year Awards. The annual awards, held for the 32nd time by Exporters Eastern Cape, took place on Friday, 6 November and acknowledged the contributions of exporting companies in the province, in terms of economic participation, job creation, community investment and environmental sustainability. VWGA was acknowledged in the latter two aspects, receiving the SJM Flex Environmental Award and the Community Chest CSI Award (Large Companies). This is the 13th time the company has won this environmental award, and the seventh consecutive win in this category. The company also received the CSI award for the second consecutive time, being the inaugural winner in this category when it was introduced in 2025. “To be honoured in these categories in the same year we celebrate 75 years to Volkswagen in South Africa, is testimony of the impact our company has made in
From left are Quintin Levey (Exporters Eastern Cape), Kayleigh Bauer (VWGA), Ntsapokazi Ningiza (VWGA) and Rajes Padayachie (SJM Flex).
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the Eastern Cape and the wider South Africa,” said Christiane Zorn, Chairperson and Managing Director at VWGA.
From left are Selwyn Willis (Community Chest), Deveda Bloem (Community Chest), Vernon Naidoo (VWGA), Christiane Zorn (VWGA) and Quintin Levey (Exporters Eastern Cape).
“Behind these achievements are teams who work consistently to ensure our impact is a positive one, and these awards
reflect the part they have played to establish what Volkswagen stands for in this country and region.”
Firearms, counterfeit currency seized in Despatch and Motherwell raids TWO suspects were arrested on firearm, ammunition and counterfeit currency charges following separate police operations in Despatch and Motherwell on Monday, 9 November. In Despatch, a 54-year-old was arrested at about 20:40 during the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Daniel Street as part of Operation Prosper. Police seized a double-barrelled shotgun without a serial number, firearm parts, am-
munition and other related items. In a separate operation the same evening, members of the Ukubuza Combat Team acted on information about a vehicle allegedly linked to the possession of an unlicensed firearm. The vehicle was stopped and searched at about 20:00, leading to the discovery of counterfeit currency. A follow-up search at a Motherwell residence recovered two unlicensed firearms,
magazines, ammunition, counterfeit money, identity documents, bank cards and cash. The Motherwell suspect faces charges of possessing unlicensed firearms and ammunition, as well as offences linked to counterfeit currency and related legislation. Acting Nelson Mandela Bay District Commissioner, Brigadier Loyiso Ngalo, commend-
ed the members for their commitment and vigilance. “These arrests reflect the dedication of our members in removing illegal firearms and counterfeit currency from our communities,” he said, adding that operations aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all residents would continue to be intensified.
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FROM ONE CUSTODIAN TO THE NEXT:
Honouring a rich legacy at Daniel Pienaar THS AS the curtain falls on a distinguished era, Daniel Pienaar Technical High School in Kariega reflects on a legacy built on collaborative leadership, deep-rooted educational heritage and an unyielding commitment to technical excellence.
Outgoing Daniel Pienaar THS principal, Kola du Toit.
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The school marks the retirement of Principal Kola du Toit, who has concluded her service at this 131-year-old technical institution. Du Toit’s career in public education spans 42 years, including 32 years on the staff of Daniel Pienaar THS after joining the school in 1995. Appointed as principal in 2020, she and a dedicated leadership team guided the institution together through the unprecedented disruptions of COVID-19. Reflecting on the role of the country’s oldest technical high school, the institution’s leadership continues to advocate passionately for technical education in South Africa, emphasising three vital imperatives: • A national economic imperative: Technical training is vital
for economic growth, equipping young South Africans to become job-creating entrepreneurs, skilled specialists and professionals — ensuring they are gainfully employable, economically self-reliant and capable of generating a sustainable income. • A rigorous academic path: Technical high schools maintain high academic standards, pairing specialised technical disciplines with gateway subjects like Mathematics (or Technical Mathematics) and Physical Sciences (or Technical Sciences). • Distinct educational benchmarks: Since technical curricula serve a specialised dual mandate — preparing learners for immediate industry entry, apprenticeships, and tertiary studies alike — these institutions require distinct benchmarks to be fully understood and fairly evaluated by the broader public. Central to Daniel Pienaar THS’s ethos is a deep gratitude for the steadfast support of its local community over many decades. The school remains dedicated to welcoming children from all
walks of life, nurturing diverse academic talents, and encouraging participation across both academic and extra-mural spheres so that every learner can reach his or her full potential. In an era of intense social media pressure and competition, Du Toit encourages educators, parents, and the broader community to view every child through a lens of profound empathy, humility, and patience. As Du Toit steps into retirement, she does so with a settled heart and the quiet peace of a custodian handing over a cherished charge into capable hands. “The ongoing strength of Daniel Pienaar lies in its collective leadership,” she affirmed. “With our experienced management team and dedicated educators under the very capable guidance of Acting Principal, Cornelius van Huyssteen, alongside the unwavering support of parents and a committed School Governing Body, the school is exceptionally well-positioned to continue serving our learners and community with distinction.”
MAAK GEREED VIR MAKIETIE:
NG Kerk Bothasrus vier 85 jaar van genade ANIKA DE BEER DIE NG Kerk Bothasrus op Despatch vier hierdie maand sy 85ste bestaansjaar. Die gemeente nooi die gemeenskap om dié mylpaal saam met hulle te vier wanneer hulle ’n Kos-&-Kuierfees op Saterdag, 21 November hou en tydens ’n Dankseggingsdiens met nagmaal op 22 November. Diep gewortel in Despatch Die NG Kerk Bothasrus is op 21 November 1941 gestig met 480 lidmate van die NG Moedergemeente Uitenhage. Die eerste leraar was ds. L.M. Cilliers. Bothasrus is die oudste gemeente op Despatch en is deel van die Sondagsrivier Ring binne die Oos-Kaapse Sinode van die NG Kerk. Ds. Rion van Niekerk, die gemeente se huidige leraar, sê 85 jaar is ’n besondere mylpaal in die geskiedenis van die gemeen-
’n Argiteksvoorstelling van die kerkgebou.
te. “Wanneer ons terugkyk oor al die jare, besef ons dat ons nie bloot ’n verhaal van mense, geboue en gebeurtenisse herdenk nie, maar veral ’n verhaal van God se trou en genade.” Hy verwys na Deuteronomium 33:27 wat herinner aan die wonderlike waarheid dat God ewig is. “Generasies kom en gaan, tye verander, omstandighede wissel en gemeenskappe beleef hoogtepunte en laagtepunte. Maar God bly dieselfde. Hy was daar aan die begin, Hy was by ons deur elke seisoen van ons bestaan en Hy sal ook in die toekoms by ons wees. “Die woorde ‘Sy arms is altyd onder jou’ is vir ons besonder kosbaar. Dit herinner ons daaraan dat ons nie op eie krag hier gekom het nie. Daar was tye van vreugde en dankbaarheid, maar ook tye van onsekerheid, hartseer, uitdagings en verandering. “Deur dit alles het God ons gedra. Soms het ons dalk nie sy teenwoordigheid raakgesien nie, maar agterna kan ons terugkyk en getuig: Sy arms was onder ons.” Met die 85-jaar viering wil die gemeente ook erkenning gee aan almal wat deur die jare deel van hulle verhaal was. “Aan elke leraar, kerkraadslid, gemeentelid, gesin, kategeet, leier, vrywilliger en elkeen wat met liefde, gebed, diensbaarheid en opoffering help bou het aan die gemeente: baie dankie. Ons staan vandag op die skouers van mense wat voor ons geglo, gebid, gewerk en gedien het. Hulle bydraes sal altyd deel wees van ons gemeente se geskiedenis.” Ds. Van Niekerk beklemtoon dat die gemeente nie net terugkyk nie, maar ook met hoop vorentoe kyk. “Die God wat ons vir 85 jaar gedra het, is dieselfde God wat ons môre en in die jare wat voorlê
Ds. Rion van Niekerk, die NG Kerk Bothasrus se huidige leraar. sal vashou. “Ons gemeente se geskiedenis vertel van mense se diensbaarheid, maar bo alles van God se trou. Aan Hom kom al die eer toe!” Feespret vir die hele gesin Die NG Kerk Bothasrus hou hul jaarlikse kermis - die Kos-&-Kuierfees - op Saterdag, 21 November. Dit sal by die kerkgronde in Kerkstraat op Despatch plaasvind en toegang is gratis. Die dag se program sal reeds om 07:00 met ’n pretstap begin. Stap saam met jou hond aan ’n leiband langs ’n 2 km-roete. Die inskrywingsfooi is R20 vir die twee-been stappers (per persoon), en ’n skenking van blikkieskos vir die honde.
NG Kerk Bothasrus. INLAS: ’n Spesiale logo, ter viering van die NG Kerk Bothasrus se 85ste bestaansjaar.
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Die gewone kermispret begin om 08:00. Al die gewilde basaarkosse en lekkernye sal te koop aangebied word en daar sal ’n verskeidenheid stalletjies
wees. Vanaf 10:00 neem kaskar- en boeresportkompetisies die baan oor. Die inskrywingsfooi vir die kaskar-wedren is R200 per span, met die volgende reëls wat sal geld: • ’n Span moet uit ’n minimum van vier
lede bestaan • Slegs een drywer; die ander drie stoot • Slegs een persoon stoot op ’n slag • ’n Afstand van 150m per rondte • Elke span bring een tuisgemaakte kaskar • Roete-oppervlak: 70% gras, 20% grond, 10% teer • ’n Prys van R1,000 wag op die wenspan na die uitskakelrondtes. Die vieringe sluit Sondag, 22 November met ’n dankseggingsdiens en nagmaal om 09:00 af. Almal is welkom. Vir meer inligting of om in te skryf vir die pretstap en kaskar-wedren, kontak Marlene du Toit by 076 792 3961.
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Kariega science centre still to host December programme THE Nelson Mandela Bay Science & Technology Centre in Kariega will host the Summer of Science Holiday Programme from 1 to 3 December. The programme offers children three days of fun and creativity through handson science activities. The programme aims to make science fun and accessible through interactive
sessions that encourage children to learn, explore and discover. This will include water science experiments, DIY ice cream making, recycling and mosaic activities, Christmas crafts, digital games and outdoor activities. Highlights include a Science Amazing Race and a Summer Colour Run. The programme is held at the Nelson Mandela Bay Science & Technology Cen-
tre, on the corner of Drostdy and Algoa Roads in Kariega. Participation costs R20 per child, per day. Spaces are limited to 60 children and bookings will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Children are encouraged to bring plastic bottle caps for the mosaic activity. For the Colour Run on the final day, children should wear white or comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities.
Parents and guardians are requested to disclose any allergies or dietary requirements when booking. Children who require special milk for the ice cream-making activity should bring their own. Lunch will not be provided, and each child registered for the programme must please bring a packed lunch. Bookings and enquiries: Telephone: 041 991 5000 / Email: science@mbda.co.za
MJ’S JUDO DOJO:
Celebrating 35 podium finishes at Western Cape Open GQEBERHA's MJ's Judo Dojo celebrated an impressive achievement at the 2026 Western Cape Open, with all 35 of its competitors securing a podium finish at the event hosted by Eden Judo at the Civic Centre in the Garden Route. Among the youngest judoka representing MJ's were three competitors from Jeffreys Bay: Bodhi Hayton, Beyers Bezuidenhout and Rossouw Pienaar. They joined their more experienced teammates on the competition mat as part of a team that delivered an outstanding set of results. The event attracted 150 judoka from across the Eastern and Western Coastal districts, representing MJ's Judo, Eden Judo, Cape Town Judo and Cape Winelands Judo. Participants ranged in age from six years to adults, providing competitors at different stages of their judo journeys with an opportunity to test their skills against one another. MJ's entered 35 competitors, the majority of whom competed in the advanced category. Every member of the team secured either a gold, silver or bronze medal, highlighting the depth of talent and preparation within the dojo. Several individual performances also caught the coaches' attention, with Tiffany Botes of Framesby High School, Gabriel Robinson of Clarendon Park Primary School and Colby Jansen van Rensburg of Framesby High School singled out for their efforts throughout the competition. Beyond the individual contests, team fights added another dimension to the day's competition, challenging judoka to work together and represent their respective teams. In the male junior division, MJ's faced a combined team representing Cape Town, Cape Winelands and Eden Judo. The contest ended in a draw, with the Western Cape team taking the overall result on points. MJ's went on to secure a victory in the 13–17-year-old male division, while both female teams, in the 7–12 and 13–17 age groups, narrowly lost their respective contests by just one point. For coaches Reece Kramer, Matthew Spear and Teresa Vermaak, however, the results only tell part of the story. Some of the most rewarding moments came from watching their judoka demonstrate courage, composure and maturity when faced with challenging opponents, including competitors they had never encountered before. "The team showed great composure, readiness to fight and maturity far beyond their years. With every competition, we see them developing further,
Gabriel Robinson of Clarendon Park Primary School in action at the Western Cape Open. not only as judoka but as individuals," said the MJ's coaching team. "Stepping onto a mat alone and facing someone you don't know can be incredibly intimidating. Competitions teach children and adults alike to find the courage to do it anyway. A win can build confidence, while a loss teaches you how to accept disappointment, learn and come back stronger. Either way, there is tremendous mental growth." Sportsmanship was another standout feature of the team's performance. Emily Mitchell of Lorraine was particularly recognised for the consistent encouragement and support she showed her teammates, regardless of the outcome of their fights. That sense of camaraderie was evident throughout the day, with judoka of all ages looking out for one another. Teammates fetched water and Energade, stood in one another's corners and cheered
from the sidelines, ensuring that every competitor had support when stepping onto the mat. Parents also played an important role in creating this environment, with the coaches expressing their appreciation for the way families supported not only their own children but also the entire team. "The support from our parents means an incredible amount to us. It is wonderful to see parents supporting not only their own children but also everyone in the team. The children feel comfortable around one another's parents, and that creates a real sense of belonging. We are very grateful for that," the coaches added. Another particularly encouraging development was seeing competitors who had previously struggled with losing, beginning to understand that a gold medal is not guaranteed at every competition.
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Learning to appreciate personal progress, acknowledge an opponent's achievement and remain positive after a difficult fight is an important part of becoming a well-rounded judoka. For the coaching team, judo has a purpose that extends well beyond physical training and competitive results. They recognise that children and teenagers face challenges of their own, sometimes more than they openly express, and believe the discipline provides a valuable opportunity to channel their energy in a controlled environment while developing confidence, self-belief and emotional resilience. "We understand that children and teenagers go through a lot, sometimes more than they let on. Seeing them come onto the mat, channel their energy in a controlled environment and push themselves through a challenge is incredibly rewarding."
DIARY | DAGBOEK Tjaart van der Walt Golf Day: The school in Algoa Park will host a golf day fund-raiser on Friday, 20 November at the PE Golf Course (The Hill). Play in IPS format. Sponsor a green or tee box for R1,500. Enter for R2,000 (4 Ball + Halfway house), R4,000 (Tee Box 1, 10, 12, 14 + 4 Ball + Halfway house) or R3,000 (Tee Box + 4 Ball + Halfway house or
Green + 4 Ball + Halfway house). Contact Linda on 083 461 4636. Vusi Nova: The Afro-pop/Afro-soul artist is bringing his ‘Here to Stay’ national tour to the stage at Boardwalk ICC on 22 November at 20:00. Tickets from R350 are available online at WebTickets. Christmas Concert:
Arcadia Moravian Church will host their Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, 6 December at 14:30 for 15:00 at 86 Grootboom Street, Arcadia in aid of Elim Home for Mentally and Physically Challenged Persons. Elim Home is an NPO that provides residency to severe mentally and physically disabled persons in need of intensive care and stimulation. A soft collection and donations
of toiletries are welcome. For more info, contact James Stols on 082 898 3086 or Jenny Johaar on 083 791 2652. Here & Now (A Luther Vandross Tribute): Don’t miss the popular RnB/Soul tribute show, returning to Gqeberha at Boardwalk ICC on 12 December at 20:00. Tickets from R220 are available online at WebTickets.
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The Funeral service of the late RECARDO (49yrs) will take place on Saturday, 14/11/2026 at 10:00 am from 30131 Tamboville Church, Roselane Extension. Deeply mourned The Funeral service of the by his family and friends. late JENNIFER (45yrs) will take place on Saturday, 14/11/2026 at 10:00 am from Old Apostolic Church, Daleview, Despatch. Deeply mourned by her family and friends. KOK
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The Funeral service of the late JOE (89yrs) will take place on Saturday, 14/11/2026 at 10:00 am from the AGS Church, Geelhout laan, Thomas Gamble. Deeply mourned by his family and friends.
The Funeral service of the late PUMELELE WILLIAM (69yrs) will take place on Saturday, 14/11/2026 at 09:00 am from The Xaba Hall, Langa. Deeply mourned by his family and friends.
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FORM JJJ LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 68 (1) of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to apply for the issue of a certified copy of Deed of Transfer T26663/2014 passed by GEOFFREY HERMANUS VAN DER VOORT (Identity Number Cremation Notice of the 601017 5105 08 2), Married out of Community of late NATHAN (20yrs) whom passed away on 4 Property and MADRIANA November 2026. Deeply VAN DER VOORT, (Identity mourned by his family and Number 600130 0009 08 3), friends. Married out of Community of Property, in favour of MTUTUZELI JOSEPH MADWARA (Identity Number 710101 6813 08 0) and SINDISWA MAVIS GENERAL & MADWARA (Identity HOME SERVICES Number 700311 0570 08 9), Married in Community of Property to each other, in BUILDING & respect of certain ERF 9095 CONSTRUCTION UITENHAGE in the Nelson 1801 Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Division of ALL BUILDING alterations / carpentry and Uitenhage, Province Eastern Drywall partitioning Cape, in extent 1366 (ONE Call / Whatsapp Henry THOUSAND THREE 082 969 8607 HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SIX) allshapesbuilders square metres, which Deed @gmail.com of Transfer T26663/2014 has been lost or destroyed. EMPLOYMENT All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same HAIR/BEAUTY in writing with the Registrar 3685 of Deed at QONCE within Braider and hair cutter two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. wanted for a salon in Central uitenhage. Dated at UITENHAGE on the Send cv to 12th day of October 2026 nulwana25@gmail.com LESSING, HEYNS & VAN Closing date 15/11/26 DER BANK INC. 14 Baird Street, Uitenhage LEGAL & TENDERS C o n v e y a n c i n g 3 @lessingheynsvan.com 041 991 1301 LOST DOCUMENTS LOST OR DESTROYED 4040 DEED Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds Registries Act, LOST OR DESTROYED 1937, of the intention to DEED apply for the issue of a Notice is hereby given in certified copy of Deed of terms of Regulation 68(1) of the Deeds Registries Act, Transfer Number T 2078 1937, of the intention to /1999 CTN passed by apply for the issue of a UITENHAGE TRANSITIONAL certified copy of Deed of LOCAL COUNCIL, in favour of Transfer T89132/1999 1. Martiens Chiga Identity passed by UITENHAGE TRANSITIONAL LOCAL Number 561001 5189 088, COUNCIL to FRANCIS Unmarried and 2. Mieta NOMVUYO GUMEDE Identity Magdalena Martin Identity Number 440712 0452 084 Number 691229 0207 083, Unmarried of property in Unmarried in respect of respect of ERF 24005 ERF 23164 UITENHAGE In the Area of c e r t a i n Uitenhage Transitional Local UITENHAGE which Deed of Council Division o f Transfer has been lost or Uitenhage Eastern Cape destroyed. Province which has been lost All interested persons or destroyed All interested persons having objection to the issue having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same required to lodge the same in writing with the Registrar in writing with the Registrar of Deeds at King William's of Deeds: Eastern Cape at Qonce within two weeks Town within two weeks from the date of this from the date of the publication of this notice. publication of this notice. Dated at Port Elizabeth this Dated at UITENHAGE this 06th day of NOVEMBER 2 day of November 2026 2026. Applicant: BASHIER MOOSA W. Langson and ATTORNEYS Associates INC. ADDRESS: 122 MARKET Unit 3, 44 2nd Avenue, STR, UITENHAGE, 6229 Alexander Square, EMAIL: bmaattorneys01 Newton Park, @gmail.com Port Elizabeth, 6045 TEL : 041-922 5245 041 364 2997
FORM JJJ LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 68 (1) of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to apply for the issue of a certified copy of Deed of Transfer T3319/94 passed by PETRUS ROSS VAN ROOYEN (Identity Number 660415 5094 00 9) and MARTHA MAGDALENA SUSANNA VAN ROOYEN (Identity Number 680428 0086 00 9), Married in Community of Property to each other, in favour of ZAYTOON LAGARDIEN (Identity Number 570117 0109 02 7), Married out of Community of Property, in respect of certain REMAINDER OF ERF 1934 UITENHAGE in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Division of Uitenhage, Province Eastern Cape, in extent 650 (SIX HUNDRED AND FIFTY) square metres, which Deed of Transfer T3319/94 has been lost or destroyed. All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writing with the Registrar of Deed at QONCE within two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Dated at UITENHAGE on the 9TH day of November 2026 LESSING, HEYNS & VAN DER BANK INC. 14 Baird Street, Uitenhage C o n v e y a n c i n g 3 @lessingheynsvan.com 041 991 1301
LOST OR DESTROYED DEED Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 68 of the Deeds Registries Act, 1937, of the intention to apply for the issue of a certified copy of Deed of Transfer Number T57514 /1994CTN, in favour of SYLVIA DAMPIES with Identity Number 470219 0050 08 5, in respect of certain ERF 15010 (Portion of Erf 12724) UITENHAGE which has been lost or destroyed. All interested persons having objection to the issue of such copy are hereby required to lodge the same in writing with the Registrar of Deeds at Qonce within two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Dated at Uitenhage on 03 September 2026
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Despatch-netbal blom onder Blom HANNES SCHOEMAN JONÉ Lucas is onlangs as die Despatch-netbalklub se Sportvrou van die Jaar aangewys. Sy is beloon vir haar puik vertonings en gewys sy is ’n groot staatmaker wat nog groot hoogtes kan bereik. “Joné het ’n uitstekende jaar agter die
Joné Lucas is Sportvrou van die Jaar.
rug en is ’n speler met ’n blink toekoms,” sê Ronelle Blom, hoof-afrigter by die klub. Janecke Schuin het tydens die jaarlikse prysuitdeling ’n spesiale toekenning as tegniese beampte ontvang en is ook ’n tellinghouer. Sy was ook genooi om die statistieke te doen by die USSA-toernooi by die Nelson Mandelabaai Universiteit.
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Laerskool Handhaaf se dux leerder, hoofleiers Die Laerskool Handhaaf se dux-leerder van 2026 is Lisa Swart. Haar harde werk, deursettingsvermoë en akademiese toewyding het vrugte afgewerp.
Onder Blom en haar afrigtingspan het al die klub se spanne oudergewoonte goed gevaar. “My helpers doen fantastiese werk. Sonder hulle sou ons nie so suksesvol gewees het nie,” sê sy. In die A-liga het Despatch vierde geëindig, derde in die B- en C-liga, tweede in die D-liga en ook derde in die sosiale liga. Blom sê, “Die spanne se sukses is daaraan toe te skryf dat die spelers se gesindheid en dissipline tops is.” Sy sê ook die klub streef altyd daarna om jong spelers aan te moedig om na skool voort te gaan met die spel. Blom het ook haar dank uitgespreek teenoor die DA-lid Frans Swanepoel wat altyd sy beste lewer om alles glad te laat verloop. Dan het Despatch in Lucas, Avani van der Berg, Kayla van Tonder, Mieke van Tonder, Kay-Lee Wium en Kaylee Coufmann spelers opgelewer wat die OP verteenwoordig het. Despatch se sukses het ook verder gestrek as die baan. Twee lede, Ninke Barnard en Bianca Blom, het vanjaar gekwalifiseer vir hulle NSA vlak 2 afrigting. Carmen Barnard en Wynandt Barnard het ook reeds die vlak agter hulle naam geskryf. Dan was Bianca Blom ook gekies as die afrigter van die Nelson Mandelabaai se manspan wat ’n bronsmedalje in hul afdeling gewen het. Dis amper ondenkbaar dat ’n borg na feitlik ’n jaar nog nie na vore getree het om die spogklub se bane oor te doen nie. Die spelers moet dus steeds op die Laerskool Susannah Fourie se baan oefen. Die sukses wat die klub jaar na jaar behaal is te danke aan die stewige fondamente waarop dit gebou is. Met die president Beatrix Smith en die hoof-afrigter Ronelle Blom wat onderskeidelik 52 jaar en 40 jaar lede by die klub is, is sukses gewaarborg. Dan kom daar ook baie ervaring by van Erica Niemand (sekretaresse), wat reeds 30 jaar by die klub betrokke is, en Carmen Barnard en Wynandt Barnard, elkeen 20 jaar.
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The Tenpin Bowling Association of South Africa (TBASA) Interprovincial Championships will be hosted by the Eastern Province Tenpin Bowling Association (EPTBA) at Baywest Mall’s Nitro Bowl from Saturday, 14 November, until Saturday, 21 November. Central Gauteng, Eastern Gauteng, Gauteng North, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Midlands and EPTBA will participate in the eight-day premier event on the TBASA calendar. The country’s leading bowlers will be in action on the lanes, and several perfect scores of 300 pins are likely. National bowler and EPTBA secretary, Roxanne Hechter (gold division), Phelele Booi (seniors) and debutant, Keenan Greeff (silver). PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Susannah Fourie’s dux learner, prefects At the recent prize-giving at Susannah Fourie Primary School, Anothando Dunywa received an Academic Scroll and achieved 1st position in Grade 7, earning certificates in eight subjects. She also received the Paul Kloppers Trophy for Creative Arts, the Anton Greeff Trophy for Technology, the Jansen van Rensburg Trophy for Social Sciences, the Griebenow Trophy for Mathematics, the Susannah Fourie Trophy for Academic Performance in Grade 7 and the Fourie Trophy for Companionship in recognition of her role as head girl. In addition to her outstanding academic achievements, Anothando also participated in the school choir performance and delivered a dramatised recitation at this prestigious event. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
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Tydens die Laerskool Handhaaf se jaarlikse prysuitdeling is die hoofleiers vir 2027 aangekondig. Van links is Adrian Koen (onderhoofseun), Derik Taljaard (hoofseun), Mienke Swanepoel (hoofmeisie) en Mia Geyer (onderhoofmeisie). FOTO’S: VERSKAF
Susannah Fourie’s Head Learners for 2027 were also announced at the prize-giving ceremony. Heading up the prefect body next year are, from left, Jaylin Wannies, Sinalo Josiah, Ukho Mayinje (head girl), Lincoln Lindoor (head boy), Joss Briedenhann and Anricay Bruinders.