The Makana Citizens Front (MCF) and Unemployed Peoples Movement (UPM) welcome the intervention of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) alongside the Public Protector’s to investigate criminal acts and corruption within Makana Municipality. We are civic organisations that are guided by our principles of anti-corruption. We believe that corruption is a stumbling block to the development of our communities and democracy. We have been the voice of anti-corruption more than a decade now. For the past 30 years, our local municipalities have been marked by acts of being greedy and corrupt, especially the municipalities that are led by the African National…
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By Nandipha Twani Gender-based violence and problems in the community took centre stage at a dialogue organized by local facilitator Simo Mawawa Ndyoko in his bid to root out underlying causes and raise awareness of consequences of GBV, and in his attempt to develop solutions. The participatory and interactive discussion aimed to direct people’s attention on a variety of issues and challenges while encouraging them to share their views on the current state of gender-based violence in the community while brain-storming ideas on what should be done about it. Ndyoko said there are many gaps among men and having a…
By Nandipha Twani Community fundraiser Benita Tarr, 56, aimed to raise funds for the SPCA in a bid to raise awareness and prevent animal cruelty in a thrilling adventure – the Zombie Walk/Run, that comprised a treasure hunt for the young and old. Tarr started the SPCA fun walks in 2018 and has since hosted many fundraising initiatives. A fundraising committee led by Taar and volunteers aimed to organise the Zombie Walk/Run fundraising events for animals. “It is a thrilling adventure for young and old to join the treasure hunt, and navigate the route map while they find over 100…
By The Division of Communication and Advancement Dr Pakiso Tondi, director of Student Services and Development at Rhodes University, has been honoured with the 2024 Presidency Lifetime Award by the South African Association of Senior Student Affairs Professionals (SAASSAP). This prestigious award recognises Dr Tondi’s substantial contributions to higher education and the Student Affairs and Services (SAS) sector in South Africa. He received the award together with the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of UNISA, Prof Puleng LenkaBula. The award, which acknowledges the work of professionals who have contributed to the holistic development of students, was presented to Dr Tondi for his…
By The Division of Communications & Advancement In the vibrant tapestry of emerging artists, 26-year-old local artist Lithemba Nziweni stands out with a unique voice that connects deeply with his cultural roots and the broader socio-political context of the Global South. His ongoing photography series, Hairitage, has recently achieved an academic milestone by being integrated into the curriculum at Rhodes University. This marks a significant step in the recognition of his work and also reflects the University’s commitment to fostering academic discourse around art that emerges from the Global South. The inclusion of Hairitage in the Art History and Visual Culture module, specifically…
By Chris Totobela This week we look at the teams likely to become serious title contenders in the Makana LFA Premier League that kicks off this weekend. Young Eagles who have just been relegated from the Hollywood Bets Regional League will surely come with a lot of experience, having played at the highest level for one season. Losing a couple of players to big teams might be their downfall as they will not have enough time to fill the void left by those players. Sophia Stars has been unfortunate as they have lost out on the final day of the…
By Chris Totobela All roads led to the Joza Indoor Sports Centre on Saturday as the Joza Aerobics and Fitness Club hosted a FitFest. Teams came from all over the province to take part in the event, which had all the ingredients of becoming a bumper show. Fitness clubs such as Health, Changing Times, Comm, Ekasi, Elomhle, Siya M, Max Gym,TeeGom and M.Y. shared the stage. Senior instructor and event organiser, Nomawethu “Sweshy” Simama, was pleased with how the event went. “This was a huge success and my highlight of the day was to see an 11-year-old boy taking centre…
By Chris Totobela Football lovers made their way to JD Dlepu Stadium on Saturday, and on show was the first game of the new Hollywood Bets Regional League season. Makhanda’s title hopefuls, Maru FC, hosted Port Alfred-based Mighty Forest in the league opener. Both teams started the game shakily, giving away possession. The first 15 to 20 minutes of the first half were a bit scrappy, with both sets of players struggling to put their foot on the ball. Maru players, however, started finding their feet and threatened the visitors’ goal mouth. Maru’s left winger had three consecutive chances to…
By Staff Reporter Kingswood College 1st XV wing Vizi Labase has been signed to the Sharks, to join their academy next year. Labase will be joining his teammate, Sipho Nonyalela, who was signed earlier this year. Vizi was awarded Kingswood’s player of the year and was the highest try scorer this year with 18 tries for Kingswood under his belt. He was also selected for the Craven Week U18 side. Nonyalela was also selected for Cravenweek as well as SA U18A.
By Ed Goodier The Settlers Sprints Regatta took place on Saturday at Settlers Dam in the Thomas Baines Nature Reserve. The St Andrew’s College rowers competed against crews from Selborne College and Nemato Rowing Club from Port Alfred. It was a festive atmosphere with spectators packing the banks enjoying this first opportunity for a rowing event at the dam since 2017. During the lunch break, spectators witnessed what might well have been the first waterpolo match to take place on the dam as the St Andrew’s College 3rd team took on DSG. In addition, there was also a much-anticipated College…