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Simtembile Mgidi is a general reporter at The Herald

Steve Biko statue outside East London City Hall. Picture: Sino Majangaza
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Many Eastern Cape heritage sites in tatters

Many heritage sites in the Eastern Cape, particularly in Buffalo City and Nelson Mandela Bay, are suffering from neglect, vandalism, and insufficient community involvement, threatening the preservation of the region’s rich history. W

Ready for the Eziko Heritage Festival-Umgidi Wabantu in Hamburg are, from left, Nyusile Mlumiso, Dumza Maswana and Mnikeli Mlumiso

Hamburg set to light up with flood of popular artists

Making hosting events in rural areas fashionable Bay’s Dumza Maswana will host his inaugural Eziko Heritage Festival - Umgidi Wabantu in Hamburg where at least 2000 people are expected to attend.

Public works and infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson (blue helmet) officially handed over the Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance site to contractors.

Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance back on track after decade of delays

After more than a decade of delays, the long-stalled R188m Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance project took a major step forward on Saturday

Public works and infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson (blue helmet) officially handed over the Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance site to contractors on Saturday

Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance back on track after decade of delays

After more than a decade of delays, the long-stalled R188m Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance project took a major step forward on Saturday

Makana mayor Yandiswa Vara attends the briefing by the SA Human Rights Commission. File photo
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‘Makana residents have been failed at every level’

After more than three years of investigations, complaints, and sworn testimony, the SA Human Rights Commission has released its report into the service delivery issues in Makana Municipality.

From left, Pastor Hlubikazi Jadezweni, Sharon Masiza, Dr Alucia Mabunda and Pastor Lingelihle Jadezweni in front of the new campus in Greenacres

Rosebank International opens a new campus in Nelson Mandela Bay

The Independent Institute of Education Rosebank College marked a major milestone on Friday with the launch of its rebrand to Rosebank International

The army has been in Gqeberha to assist the police under Operation Prosper

Police, army collaboration praised after series of arrests

A series of arrests and the seizure of illegal firearms, ammunition, drugs and abalone last week have earned praise from Eastern Cape provincial commissioner Lt-Gen Vuyisile Ncata for the joint efforts of police and army.

Bantu Church of Christ Bishop John Bolana died on Tuesday at the age of 82. He is pictured with his wife, Mavis

Bantu Church of Christ mourns Bishop John Bolana’s death

Bantu Church of Christ mourns the passing of its fifth bishop, John Bolana, who died at 82 after a short illness.

THE MASTER: John Kani at the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex
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Iphulo Festival celebrates 10 years of empowering artists

The Iphulo Drama Festival celebrates its 10th year at the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex with a vibrant programme that includes theatre productions, masterclasses, a book fair and a film festival.

St Albans Correctional Centre inmates were searched for contraband during a raid on the night of January 4. Picture:
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Cash, a cellphone and documents found in St Albans prison raid

Correctional services blames officials at the remand centre for maladministration

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Eastern Cape actress wows audiences in ‘Inimba’

After attaining acclaimed acting fame through her roles in Isidingo and Gqeberha: The Empire, a local actress has surged back onto the small screen and enthralling television audiences with her new role.

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Traumatic experience leads to Slujah releasing his first EP

Mdantsane radio personality Silulami “Slujah” Bunu has turned his pain into power after surviving a near-death experience and battling with depression, with the release of his first extended play (EP) offering. After surviving potentially…

Aphiwe Magaya received his  master’s  during the 2024 autumn graduation at NMU.

Gqeberha resident overcomes many obstacles to obtain master’s degree

Despite moving from a rural village to the Friendly City, having to learn English and battling bouts of depression during his studies, it was not enough to deter a Motherwell resident’s resolve to receive his Masters in Mathematical…

Siblings Lutho Nomnganga and Zukhanye Nomnganga at their graduation ceremony at NMU

Double celebration for family after years of sacrifice as siblings graduate

After decades of sacrifice, two siblings could not have made their mother and grandmother prouder after they crossed the stage to receive their respective qualifications during Nelson Mandela University’s Autumn graduation ceremony.

Some of the young people who attended an educational workshop on Thursday at the Zwide Rent Office on the threats of fossil fuel exploration

Dangers of fossil fuel exploration explained to youth through storytelling

The Eastern Cape Environmental Network, Green Connection Legacy and Basa Movement joined forces to educate more than 50 young people at the Zwide Rent Office this week about the potential perils associated with fossil fuels, specifically…