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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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OR Tambo District Unrest Delays Start of Special Votes in South Africa

S.A's Electoral Commission has expressed concern over the unrest in several areas in the OR Tambo district municipality, Eastern Cape. The taxi strikes halted operations in Mthatha, preventing the opening of the first day of special votes. Out of 435 stations that faced issues due to the protests, only 107 voting stations remain closed due to external factors. Deputy Chief Electoral Officer Masego Sheburi says the commission is working with […]

todayMay 28, 2024 25

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Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak: Farms Quarantined in South Africa’s Eastern Cape

The Department of Agriculture in South Africa has imposed quarantine measures on farms near Humansdorp in the Eastern Cape due to an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. Three farms have tested positive for the SAT3 virus, similar to previous outbreaks in other provinces in 2021 and 2022. Spokesperson Reggie Ngcobo has confirmed the quarantine and ongoing epidemio-logical investigations to identify at-risk properties. Ngcobo emphasizes the importance of biosecurity measures for farmers, […]

todayMay 21, 2024 17

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17 million South Africans live on communal land – new study of a rural valley offers insights on how to manage it

Tyhume Valley in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Wonga Masiza, Author provided Wonga Masiza, Agricultural Research Council The Tyhume River, flowing from the forested Amathole Mountains in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, gives its name to a valley of 20 villages on communal land. Much of the land is being used to keep livestock, as crop production has declined over the years. This land is under the custodianship of traditional leaders. […]

todayFebruary 14, 2024 10

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Meticulous Eastern Cape effort to keep vultures from extinction

A committee of Cape vultures explore their new surroundings soon after their arrival at Shamwari game reserve in the Eastern Cape. Photo: John Yeld By John Yeld via GroundUp It is hoped a new captive breeding facility at Shamwari game reserve in the Eastern Cape will help stem plummeting vulture numbers across southern Africa and prevent their imminent extinction. Earlier this week, 163 majestic white-backed vultures and Cape vultures took an […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 34

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GOOD party in the Eastern Cape has opened two cases of fraud and corruption against the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality EFF councillor

The GOOD party in the Eastern Cape has opened two cases of fraud and corruption against the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality EFF councillor, Khanya Nqgisha. This is amid allegations of bribery and abuse of Expanded Public Works Programme funds. The GOOD Party’s Lawrence Troon says in the first case, Nqgisha apparently attempted to solicit a one-million-rand bribe from the multi-billion rand company, Hive Energy, in return for support to get […]

todayJanuary 16, 2024 38

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The DA in the Eastern Cape is urging urgent action to ensure road safety

The DA in the Eastern Cape is urging urgent action to ensure road safety this festive season, as the province’s roads face severe challenges. Potholes, fading markings and missing signage contribute to a dangerous environment, leading to numerous fatal accidents. According to the party, the province has allocated only 800-million-rand for road maintenance, falling short by three-billion-rand, with surfaced roads beyond repair. The DA’s Marshall von Buchenroder demands the promised […]

todayDecember 21, 2023 4

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Eastern Cape province and key stakeholders sign joint declaration on development cooperation

Eastern Cape premier, Oscar Mabuyane says the provincial government with its key stakeholders have signed a joint declaration to reinforce cooperation and serve as a blueprint for collective efforts to advance the development of the province. The declaration was signed during the provincial development conference in East London. Mabuyane says this is to enhance the lives of the people of the Eastern Cape through socio-economic and sustainable development, including economic […]

todayNovember 23, 2023 11

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