Port Elizabeth and Nelson Mandela Bay
Port Elizabeth in the News on 22 May 2012
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Shamwari Game Reserve Unveils Villa Lobengula – eTravelBlackboard
Part of Shamwari Group, Shamwari Game Reserve situated in the malaria free Eastern Cape near Port Elizabeth, proudly unveils the new Villa Lobengula. Previously known as the Lobengula Lodge, Villa Lobengula has been transformed into a holistic relaxation villa, presenting guests with a true haven of rejuvenation, relaxation and utter serenity. Villa Lobengula, tucked away in the depths of the valley bushveld is designed for families or intimate groups and offers just six suites, accommodating 12 people sharing. Guests will have sole use of the villa with their own private guide, chef and host to look after their personal needs. Guests will be able, at their … [Read More...]
Parnell says he doesn’t do drugs
The 22-year-old yesterday "put straight media reports" that he was involved in drugs after Indian media reported that he had been detained by the police in a raid on a drug-fuelled rave party on Sunday at Oak Woods Hotel, in the northern Mumbai suburb of Juhu. Police found 110g of cocaine, ecstasy and charas (a form of dagga) according to police commissioner Vishwas Nagre Patil. But the Port Elizabeth-born fast-bowler was quick to reassure fans on Twitter that things had been blown out of proportion. He tweeted yesterday, after being reportedly released, along with India batsman Rahul Sharma: "What up tweeps [sic]. Just want to assure you that last night was blown out of proportion and I will be releasing a statement #alliswell." Cricket SA said "Pigeon", as Parnell is known, was … [Read More...]
Countdown begins to first-ever MBay Megafest
Countdown begins to first-ever MBay Megafest JT Communication Solutions 05/22/2012 11:50:15 Excitement is reaching fever pitch with just over 10 days to go before Port Elizabeth is hit by the Mbay Megafest on 2 June 2012. Grammy-winning superstars Ne-Yo, Ludacris and Shaggy are preparing to jet into the country early next week ahead of what is set to become a signature event on the Eastern Cape’s music calendar. SAMA-winning soul house trio Mi Casa are also gearing up to put on a powerhouse performance at PE’s Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on the day, alongside rising Jamaican star Protoje and sensational local acts Shoelace Rockazsoul, Bucie, Eltonnick and Naak MusiQ. Eastern Cape-based DJsMtira, Kasta, Baba D, Cute, Spectrum and … [Read More...]
KAREN HEESE and KEVIN ALLAN: Service delivery protests and their patterns
IT IS a relief that the aggregate number of service delivery protests for last year fell off the highs of 2009 and 2010, but will this trend be sustained? Recent trends in service delivery protests send mixed messages. One of the encouraging features of last year’s protests was a lull around local government elections. The lull suggests that political engagement with communities can channel frustrations, and that protest action is often a last resort. In fact, protests often follow failed engagements in which memorandums and petitions are ignored or inadequately dealt with. Even more encouraging than last year’s lull is that protests have not rapidly accelerated since politicians took office a year ago — but they have … [Read More...]
Dan Patlansky Back in PE
The Music Kitchen will bathed in the soulful sounds of blues-rock guitar legend, Dan Patlansky. He is a conglomerate of charisma, charm and musical genius – and all of this comes wrapped up in an unassuming, startlingly attractive package. There are no airs and graces here – just sincerity and an incredible musical talent. Dan, together with bass player, Clint Falconer and drummer Andy Maritz, will be appearing at the Music Kitchen, 69 Mangold Street, Newton Park on the 1st and 2nd of June. Dan said “I am looking forward to performing songs from my latest album ‘Stones’ as well as other favourites’. About ‘Stones’ Dan says “I was going for an extremely old school filthy approach on the blues, which I’ve always wanted to do. I believe we definitely nailed that. Not only … [Read More...]
Expert Cautions Against Medical Merger
From today – Monday 21 May – the Competition Tribunal will consider a merger between Life Healthcare Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Life Healthcare Group Holdings Ltd, and Joint Medical Holdings Limited. Life Healthcare is one of the three largest private health care groups in South Africa. Its facilities include hospitals, rehabilitation units, occupational health clinics and facilities that care for chronically ill patients. Joint Medical Holdings, the target in this merger, owns five hospitals in and around the Durban area. The Competition Commission has recommended that the Tribunal prohibit this merger Chris Charter, Director in the Competition practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr is of the view that in the present environment, with healthcare costs high on the policy agenda, … [Read More...]
REVIEW: VIVA! – Be prepared to be blown away by Thailand’s phenomenal performers
lose your eyes and picture Il Divo, now add the voices of two stunning female sopranos and you have VIVA!, Thailand’s ‘first and only’ pop-opera musical ensemble. Even if you’re not ‘into opera’ you are sure to be won over by their vibrant, harmonic performance. Comprising baritones Bodin Piyatanasirikul and Tulanan Narasetapisarn (baritone); tenor - ‘Film’ Thanapat Yartcharoen; and sopranos ‘Organ’ Fueanglada Prawang and ‘Pae’ Kamonporn Huncharoen – all of whom are classically trained, VIVA! takes the audience on a classical crossover musical journey. ‘Oceano’, ’21 Guns’, ‘Toreador’, ‘Figaro’, ‘You Raise Me Up’, ‘Barcelona’ and more form part of the delectable feast. Mastering a variety of languages has proven no problem as they … [Read More...]
Live Talent Search winner announced
Luthando Shosha The SABC1 Live Talent Search 2012 finished with 23-year old Luthando Shosha from Port Elizabeth declared the overall winner and the newest presenter of Friday night music programme Live. I'm feeling soooo many different things at once! I'm excited! Happy! Beyond blessed and really thankful to every single person that put me here by voting! There really is nothing cooler than having so many people have faith in you! I'm ready for this! I've worked hard to get here and I'm going to continue to do so, says Shosha. According to a press statement the public fell in love with Shosha from the moment she made her first convincing appearance on the live show and her public voting performance was very consistent throughout. Shosha will now have to bid goodbye to her hometown of … [Read More...]
SA turns to China for refinery project
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Living beyond means now backfires
Charge sex pests with assault THE panic statements about the collapse of trials and the overturning of convictions against people charged with sexual offences appears, to a simple layman, extraordinary (“Law bungle will see sex pests walk free”, May 17). Readers' views via SMS VODACOM’s soccer sponsorship to fund the lavish lifestyles of those associated with Chiefs and Pirates is obscene in a country where people are starving. Ruling ANC still faces many challenges I HAVE read all the negative criticism of me in the SMS column of The Herald regarding my support for the ANC. It is interesting to note that this criticism is coming from people who are hiding behind aliases and pseudonyms. No consideration for residents I HEARTILY … [Read More...]
No consideration for residents
Charge sex pests with assault THE panic statements about the collapse of trials and the overturning of convictions against people charged with sexual offences appears, to a simple layman, extraordinary (“Law bungle will see sex pests walk free”, May 17). Readers' views via SMS VODACOM’s soccer sponsorship to fund the lavish lifestyles of those associated with Chiefs and Pirates is obscene in a country where people are starving. Ruling ANC still faces many challenges I HAVE read all the negative criticism of me in the SMS column of The Herald regarding my support for the ANC. It is interesting to note that this criticism is coming from people who are hiding behind aliases and pseudonyms. Living beyond means now backfires LEONARD … [Read More...]
Charge sex pests with assault
No consideration for residents I HEARTILY endorse the comments of M Read (“Tone down noise”, May 9) with regard to noise pollution in Richmond Hill. The noise emanating from the Westbourne Oval is exacerbated by the announcers believing that, in addition to using a megaphone or a PA system, all announcements must be shouted at maximum volume. Readers' views via SMS VODACOM’s soccer sponsorship to fund the lavish lifestyles of those associated with Chiefs and Pirates is obscene in a country where people are starving. Ruling ANC still faces many challenges I HAVE read all the negative criticism of me in the SMS column of The Herald regarding my support for the ANC. It is interesting to note that this criticism is coming from people who are … [Read More...]
Ruling ANC still faces many challenges
No consideration for residents I HEARTILY endorse the comments of M Read (“Tone down noise”, May 9) with regard to noise pollution in Richmond Hill. The noise emanating from the Westbourne Oval is exacerbated by the announcers believing that, in addition to using a megaphone or a PA system, all announcements must be shouted at maximum volume. Readers' views via SMS VODACOM’s soccer sponsorship to fund the lavish lifestyles of those associated with Chiefs and Pirates is obscene in a country where people are starving. Charge sex pests with assault THE panic statements about the collapse of trials and the overturning of convictions against people charged with sexual offences appears, to a simple layman, extraordinary (“Law bungle will see sex … [Read More...]
Sad to see Bayworld now
No consideration for residents I HEARTILY endorse the comments of M Read (“Tone down noise”, May 9) with regard to noise pollution in Richmond Hill. The noise emanating from the Westbourne Oval is exacerbated by the announcers believing that, in addition to using a megaphone or a PA system, all announcements must be shouted at maximum volume. Readers' views via SMS VODACOM’s soccer sponsorship to fund the lavish lifestyles of those associated with Chiefs and Pirates is obscene in a country where people are starving. Charge sex pests with assault THE panic statements about the collapse of trials and the overturning of convictions against people charged with sexual offences appears, to a simple layman, extraordinary (“Law bungle will see sex … [Read More...]
