By Chris Totobela Makhanda’s top side and cup specialists Maru FC made their way to East London this past weekend. They took part in a 16-team tournament that included teams from all over the province, which was organised by the African National Congress (ANC). Despite struggling with accommodation, the home side navigated their way through to the semi-final where they defeated Jeffreys Bay’s JB Stars by a single goal in a very tough encounter. Maru managed to put aside their accommodation nightmare in the final and pulled out all the stops to defeat Blackpool in the final by a single…
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By Staff Reporter St Andrew’s College hosted Cambridge High School on Saturday, showcasing an impressive display of skill and dominance throughout the club. The St Andrew’s College 1st XV asserted their dominance with a commanding 66-12 victory over Cambridge High School. From the outset, College demonstrated their prowess, securing an early lead with three quick tries, capitalizing on their control of possession and territory. Despite Cambridge’s valiant efforts, including a well-executed grubber kick leading to a try, they struggled to contain St Andrew’s relentless attack. Throughout the match, College executed plays with precision and finesse. Their ability to capitalize on…
By Chris Totobela On Sunday, the controversial Makana LFA premier division’s stream B log leaders Sophia Stars and Rhodes University locked horns in a decider. As it has always been the case since football returned to JD Dlepu Stadium, football lovers came in numbers to witness this historic game. Makana LFA executive committee ordered both teams to play in a decider after what happened recently, leading to both of their games being stopped before conclusion. Both teams were fined and ordered to pay their fines before taking part in the decider. The game started at a blistering pace, as was…
MAKHANDA EVENTS WEEKLY THIS WEEK THURSDAY, 9 MAY U3A Come and hear Professor Joanne Dames will be telling us more about mushrooms and other fungi @Grahamstown Bowling Club 10:00-11:00 R5 entry fee All welcome Grahamstown Bridge Club @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street 13:15 for 13:30 Contact Sheila Hicks: 083 442 3322 R15 non-members | R10 members Thursday Pool Competition @ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street 18:30 – 19:00 Contact: Mike Theron on 082 477 3689 Free entry The Eroding of democratic institutions and the future of knowledge The Department of Political and International Studies, The School of Journalism…
By Professor Sioux McKenna In a recent University World News piece entitled ‘THE’ rankings: What happens to universities that leave?, Richard Holmes published an insightful response to an article by Times Higher Education staff which warned that universities refusing to participate in rankings would suffer reputational damage. Holmes notes that several universities are boycotting various rankings: Times Higher Education (THE) appears to be getting rather worried about leading universities such as Rhodes University (South Africa), the University of Zurich (Switzerland), Utrecht University (the Netherlands) and some of the Indian Institutes of Technology boycotting its World University Rankings (WUR) and not submitting data. Ascertaining the effects of refusing…
By Lance Myburgh On 26 April 2024, Rhodes University students and academic staff gathered at Barratt Theatre Complex for the second in a series of sessions designed to create pathways to success for Rhodes University’s first years. As part of the Extended Orientation Programme, the discussions under the theme ‘Pathways to Success: Conversations with First-Year Students’ provided insights and practical strategies to equip and empower first-year students to thrive in academic pursuits. The event kickstarted with a warm welcome from Ms Thando Qeqe, the Programme Coordinator. In her welcoming remarks, she underscored the significance of recognising the event as a…
By Luvuyo Mjekula The tragic accident in “O” Street may have left a dark cloud over Makhanda in the past few days, but it has also evoked a spirit of compassion, unity and giving that has not been seen in a long time in the small Eastern Cape town. After the accident on Saturday, Makhandans from all walks of life cried, prayed and mourned. From church services to messages of condolence and support from all corners of Makhanda, the community reacted to the calamity. With the reaction, also came a remarkable spirit of giving. It was pure luck that Zibongile…
By Chesley Daniels The past weekend in Epru rugby competitions saw some impressive wins for Old Collegians, Rhodes, Kowie United and Klipfontein United against their counterparts at various grounds. The 2023 Sedru champs hosted a spirited OC side at their fortress home ground. OC lost twice against Swallows in last year’s Sedru Regional League and went in to the fixture as the underdogs. Both sides were promoted to the Adams Cup and were eager to kick the season opener of the league with a win. Swallows were the overwhelming favourites and went in to the fixture with some of their…
By Chesley Daniels St Marks Alicedale 1st XV recorded its first Epru SCORE Grand Challenge Bottom 12 win over archrivals Lily White from Makhanda in their second round fixture at the Alicedale Sports Ground on Saturday 4 May. The home side took a narrow 7-3 lead into the break. The all-important home ground win for the Bulls over Blues saw both teams now with one win and one defeat after round two. Lily White won their first round match against Aberdeen 22-17 last weekend while St Marks went down 5-26 against Adelaide Rangers. St Marks are in their first ever…
By Chesley Daniels Grahamstown Brumbies 1st XV recorded its first win in the top flight Eastern Province Rugby Union (Epru) SCORE Grand Challenge Top 12 competition against PE Harlequins. The Makhanda side produced an impressive performance to clinch a clinical 33-20 bonus point win at the Rhodes University Great Field on Saturday afternoon. The Stallions also took a commanding 23-10 lead at halftime and dominated matters after the break. The all-awaited derby between these two top clubs eventually surfaced on Saturday in front of thousands of supporters both from Makhanda, Gqeberha and Alexandria. There was much pre-match hype and banter…