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Pearson High cricket shows spirit in mixed weekend results
Qgeberha – This weekend’s cricket fixtures between Pearson High School and Graeme College delivered a blend of challenges and triumphs, with Pearson’s younger sides showcasing teamwork and determination to secure impressive victories. Special congratulations go to Rikus Aylward on making his 1st XI debut. Pearson U14A impressed with a strong batting display, scoring 173/7.
City’s first K9 competition puts top dogs through their paces
CAPE TOWN – The City’s Public Safety Training College in Muizenberg held its first-ever K9 competition on Saturday 17 October, pitting City K9 teams against their counterparts from other agencies. The initiative seeks to highlight the importance of K9 units in public safety efforts and to further enhance interagency relationships.
Suspect arrested in connection with KwaZakhele funeral policy murder
GQEBERHA – A 37-year-old suspect has been arrested in Gqeberha in connection with an alleged conspiracy to commit murder, and murder. According to SAPS spokesperson Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, the suspect was arrested at his workplace on Wednesday, 14 October, during a joint operation by National Intervention Operation Bamba and Eastern Cape Operation Ukubuza.
Hawks arrest suspect after police sergeant is stabbed to death
KUGOMPO CITY – The Hawks have arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 48-year-old police sergeant in Duncan Village, KuGompo City, on Sunday, 11 October. The officer was allegedly stabbed at a residential property in Gardenia Street at about 16:30.
Five arrested after attempted courier hijacking in Motherwell
GQEBERHA – Five men aged between 24 and 42 have been arrested following an alleged attempted courier hijacking in Motherwell. The suspects face charges of attempted hijacking, armed robbery and unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition.
PE Express – E-Edition – 14 October 2026
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Correctional Services enrolls record 268 inmate matrics across 18 schools nationwide
PRETORIA – National Commissioner of Correctional Services Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale has issued an encouraging message to the 268 Grade 12 candidates from the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) as they sit for their National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. Emphasising the value of hard work, Commissioner Thobakgale urged the candidates to draw confidence from the dedication they have poured into their studies.
Help sought to identify man found in Swartkops River
GQEBERHA – Despatch police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a man whose body was found in the Swartkops River, on the Perseverance side, on Saturday 10 October at approximately 14:49. According to police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, the man is believed to be between 30 and 50 years old. “He was wearing a blue jacket, dark-coloured overall trousers and black gumboots,” she said.
South African OCR champion takes on 600 monkey bars at Bloukrans Bridge
TSITSIKAMMA – Thomas van Tonder has climbed ropes, broken records and raced obstacle courses across four continents. None of it, he says, compares to what comes next. Later this month, on 26 October, the South African obstacle course racing (OCR) world champion will attempt to cross more than 600 monkey bars suspended beneath the arch of Bloukrans Bridge, Africa’s highest bridge, 216 metres above the river below.
Suspect to face court over Lwandle shisanyama shooting that killed 11
STRAND – A 32-year-old suspect is expected to appear in the Strand Magistrate’s Court Monday, 12 October in connection with a mass shooting at a shisanyama in Lwandle that claimed the lives of 11 people and left 10 others injured. The suspect was arrested on Friday 9 October during a tracing operation conducted by the investigation team at an address in Lwandle.
SAPS seek missing Walmer teen Allegra Styles
GQEBERHA – Walmer SAPS and the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 14-year-old girl, Allegra Styles. According to police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, Allegra was last seen on Thursday, 8 October at approximately 18:00. “She was wearing a beige top and blue jeans,” she said.
Pearson High School Athletes Excel at Grey‑Oranje Wildeklawer
Gqeberha – Pearson High School proudly congratulates its athletes who competed at the Grey‑Oranje Wildeklawer meet in Bloemfontein this past weekend. Despite challenging track and field conditions, our team displayed character, determination, and resilience, achieving outstanding results.
Police probe double murder after KwaZakhele shooting
GQEBERHA – Two people were shot dead in KwaZakhele, Gqeberha, on Wednesday evening in what police are investigating as a double murder. SAPS New Brighton on 7 October responded to a shooting complaint, at about 19:40, and found a grey Volkswagen Polo TSI parked on the pavement in Kuzwayo Street. According to Capt. Sandra Janse van Renseburg, SAPS spokesperson, a man was lying next to the vehicle, while another was found deceased inside the car.
Nelson Mandela University coding project earns national recognition
GQEBERHA — A coding project that began at Nelson Mandela University has been recognised nationally for its academic and social impact. Professor Jean Greyling, head of Computing Sciences at Nelson Mandela University and founder of Tangible, presented the project at the Universities South Africa Higher Education Conference in Pretoria on Friday.
Operation Prosper Karabo nets nine arrests in Athlone
A joint law enforcement operation targeting violent crime and drug-related activity in Athlone on Friday 9 October, ended with nine arrests during Operation Prosper Karabo. The operation, conducted by the South African Police Service, the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement, targeted criminal activity in an area known as Die Vlei in an effort to curb serious and violent crime following recent attacks on police officials.
Coega Steels boosts energy security with new transformer
GQEBERHA – The arrival of two power transformers at Coega Steels marks a significant milestone in the Nelson Mandela Bay company’s journey towards self-sustainability. The brand-new units, manufactured in China, arrived in Gqeberha in July, with the first going online in September. This comes only months after the company completed the largest commercial solar project in the Eastern Cape.
DA wants Lobishe held liable for R25m transformer lease
GQEBERHA – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has launched an application in the Gqeberha High Court seeking to hold Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Babalwa Lobishe and former Acting City Manager Ted Pillay personally liable for alleged unlawful expenditure linked to the Nelson Mandela Bay transformer lease.
Umalusi ready for final exams, pledges tight monitoring of irregularities
Umalusi CEO Dr Mafu Rakometsi has assured the public that examination bodies have systems in place to address and manage assessment and examination irregularities. Rakometsi was briefing the media on Thursday 8 October in Pretoria on the state of readiness for the final examinations, which are due to commence on Tuesday 13 October.
Nelson Mandela Bay launches tourism desk to drive economic growth
GQEBERHA – Tourism has recovered strongly nationally, but Nelson Mandela Bay has yet to see the same level of recovery, according to Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber CEO Denise van Huyssteen. Van Huyssteen said overnight visitors and airport volumes had also not recovered to pre-Covid levels as the Chamber launched a Tourism Economic Development Desk aimed at turning the metro’s tourism assets into greater economic opportunities.
Five dead in Willowvale mass shooting, SAPS investigates
GQEBERHA – Five young men were shot dead and a sixth person seriously injured when three unknown suspects stormed a flat in an informal settlement in Willowvale on Tuesday night. According to police spokesperson Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana, the incident occurred on 6 October at about 21:50. Police received a complaint of shooting and proceeded to the scene. “On arrival, members found four deceased male victims inside a two-room flat with multiple gunshot wounds to their upper bodies,” she said.
PE Express – E-Edition – 7 October 2026
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Women’s shelter movement demands action after 11 bodies found in Ekurhuleni
The National Shelter Movement of South Africa (NSMSA) has criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to gender-based violence after the discovery of 11 women’s bodies in Ekurhuleni since July and another in Soweto. The umbrella organisation, which supports about 100 shelters across the country, says the President’s address to the nation last week amounted to “audits, reviews, plans and renewed commitments” rather than concrete action. “South Africans have heard this speech before.
Western Cape honour teachers for their contribution
In light of World Teachers’ Day being celebrated on Monday (5 October) teachers across the globe are being recognised for their contribution to learners and the education sphere. The day also marks the start of Teacher Appreciation Month, during which communities are being encouraged to acknowledge teachers who make a difference in children’s lives every day. Western Cape Minister of Education Jaco Londt said teachers’ contribution extends far beyond their formal duties in the classroom.
Slain Warrant Officer Magoxo laid to rest in Mqanduli
Hundreds of mourners gathered at Lwandlana Location in Mqanduli to pay their last respects at the funeral service of the late Warrant Officer Thando Magoxo at his ancestral home on 02 October. Warrant Officer Magoxo (51) was a member of the Mthatha National Intervention Unit.
Eskom Expo ISF opens doors for young scientists
From research to opportunity – Research projects that began with questions about problems young people wanted to understand or solve have opened doors to bursaries, cash prizes, international opportunities and further study, as outstanding young scientists were recognised at the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF).
Hawks seize suspected counterfeit goods worth R7 million in Gqeberha
GQEBERHA – A search-and-seizure operation in Gqeberha has resulted in the confiscation of suspected counterfeit branded merchandise, marking a significant intervention in the fight against illicit trade. The operation was conducted by the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation (SCCI) unit.
Rhodes University classes disrupted by fee dispute
MAKHANDA – Academic activities at Rhodes University have been disrupted amid growing tensions between student leaders and management over a new fee payment protocol. The dispute centres on the university’s 2027 Protocol on the Payment of Student Fees, approved by the university council. The new protocol requires self-funded undergraduate students who have outstanding debt to pay at least 50% of what they owe before they can register.
Court freezes R178.6 million in assets linked to alleged Standerton drug syndicate
The Asset Forfeiture Unit has secured a court order to freeze assets worth R178.6 million linked to what authorities describe as a large-scale Mandrax manufacturing operation in Standerton. The Middelburg High Court granted the preservation order this week, authorising authorities to freeze three properties, 12 luxury vehicles, R3 138 730 in cash and equipment allegedly used to manufacture illegal drugs.
PE Express – E-Edition – 30 September 2026
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Skeletal remains found behind Feather Market Centre in Gqeberha
GQEBERHA – Workers cleaning around the Feather Market Centre in Gqeberha made a grim discovery on Tuesday when they came across skeletal human remains behind the municipal property. In a statement issued today (Tuesday, 29 September), the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality said the South African Police Service (SAPS) responded to a complaint from the centre at about noon after workers discovered the remains while cleaning around the premises.
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ANC campaign trail hits KwaZakhele with community engagement
GQEBERHA – African National Congress (ANC) National Chairperson Gwede Mantashe, along with Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Babalwa Lobishe, conducted a campaign trail in KwaZakhele on 20 September. They visited St Barnabas Church and held a community engagement. They skipped the door-to-door programme which was supposed to take place at 10:00 according to the ANC schedule.
PE Express – E-Edition – 23 September 2026
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Bail application for Gqeberha police constable accused of rape
GQEBERHA – A 32-year-old police constable is expected to appear in the Gqeberha Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 22 September, in connection with the alleged raped of a 15-year-old girl. The constable is expected to apply for bail during the proceedings after being remanded in custody at his previous appearance on Monday, 21 September. He was arrested on Saturday, 19 September, after police started investigations into the alleged rape of a minor at Mjiba Street in Greenfields, Gqeberha.
Tragic accident claims life of police officer in Motherwell
GQEBERHA – A police officer has died and another has been hospitalised following a tragic accident while the members were on patrol in Motherwell, Gqeberha, prompting shock and sadness from SAPS Management in the Eastern Cape and Transport and Community Safety MEC Xolile Nqatha. According to SAPS spokesperson Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, the accident occurred on 19 September at Ngonyama Street, NU 8, Motherwell, while the members were patrolling their policing precinct.
SAPS investiage two separate double murders in Gqeberha
EASTERN CAPE – The police in KwaZakhele, Gqeberha are investigating two separate and unrelated double murders that occurred over the weekend. In the first incident, on Friday, 18 September at approximately 19:30, police responded to a shooting in Mango Street, France, KwaZakhele. A 47-year-old man was shot while travelling in a vehicle with his 45-year-old wife and their eight-year-old child. “On arrival, police found the man deceased in the driver’s seat of the vehicle.
SAPS dismantles drug supply network in Makhanda, Joza
MAKHANDA – A coordinated police operation has resulted in the arrest of two men and the seizure of illicit drugs worth nearly R50,000 in Makhanda and Joza. According to SAPS spokesperson Captain Marius McCarthy, the operation was conducted on Wednesday, 16 September, following intelligence gathered by the Makhanda Crime Intelligence Unit.
Councillor murder accused linked to separate Missionvale shooting
GQEBERHA – A breakthrough in the investigation into the attempted murder of a 35-year-old woman in Missionvale, Algoa Park, has resulted in two suspects being linked to the shooting. According to SAPS spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, on 27 April at approximately 20:00, the victim left her home and was walking to a nearby shop. “While walking in the street, she noticed two males standing nearby. As she passed them, they allegedly called her by name,” she said.
PE Express – E-Edition – 16 September 2026
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SAPS New Brighton seeks public help to find missing woman (20)
GQEBERHA – The South African Police Service (SAPS) in New Brighton is appealing to the public for assistance in locating 20-year-old Likhanye Mjoli, who was recently reported missing. According to SAPS spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, Mjoli was last seen on 1 September, when she left her home in Nconco Street, KwaZakhele.
Gqeberha pilot Davidson claims second Air Race X championship
GQEBERHA – Pilot Patrick Davidson won the 2026 AIR RACE X season finale, securing his second consecutive championship title for South Africa. Racing for Team 77 in his Emotive-liveried Edge 540 V3, Davidson adds the 2026 crown to his breakthrough championship in 2025. The successful title defence brings another international sporting achievement home to Gqeberha and the Eastern Cape.
KwaNojoli man sentenced to 15 years for murder and cover-up
KWANOJOLI – A 36-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 years’ direct imprisonment by the KwaNojoli Magistrate’s Court for murdering the victim and attempting to conceal the crime by burying the deceased’s body and later dumping it in a nearby river. According to police spokesperson Captain Marius McCarthy, the sentence, delivered on 9 September to Elton Hector, followed a conviction for murder and defeating the ends of justice.
Contraband smuggling attempt foiled at maximum-security centre
JOHANNESBURG – An attempt to smuggle drugs into Leeuwkop Maximum Correctional Centre in Gauteng was foiled when officials intercepted a stash of contraband, including Mandrax tablets, crystal methamphetamine and cannabis. On Sunday, 13 September, officials conducting routine security screening at the facility’s access control gate intercepted a quantity of contraband concealed inside a radio brought to the centre during a scheduled visitation.
COMPETITION | Gqeberha Legends Festival set to bring music legends together
Music lovers can celebrate Heritage Month with the chance to win a one-night stay at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino when they purchase tickets to the Gqeberha Legends Festival – Heritage Alive. Two lucky ticket holders will each stand a chance to win a one-night stay at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino. To qualify, tickets must be purchased between 1 and 15 September.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach blames pitch for draw ahead of Al Ahli clash
KUGOMPO CITY – Mamelodi Sundowns’ head coach Miguel Cardoso blamed poor pitch conditions for his African champions’ 1-1 draw against Chippa United, which took place on Saturday, 12 September. According to an AFP report, the result came just a week away from their FIFA Intercontinental Cup clash with Saudi club Al Ahli. Even a day later, the Portuguese coach was still furious about the game, which involved a late change in venue.
Treasury rejects NMB’s proposed R23bn expenditure write-off
GQEBERHA – National Treasury has rejected a proposed blanket write-off of R23 billion in unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure at Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. Treasury says each transaction must first be examined to determine what the money was spent on, who may be liable, whether it can still be recovered and whether the claim has prescribed.
Four people found shot dead at Gqeberha crime scene
GQEBERHA – Four people, aged between 20 and 30, were found dead with gunshot wounds at G-West in Walmer, Gqeberha, last night. According to Eastern Cape police spokesperson Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, the bodies were discovered at about 20.30 on 12 September. Police have established a dedicated investigation team to probe the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Jeffreys Bay man dies in suspected abalone poaching incident
JEFFREYS BAY – A 22-year-old man has drowned at Wallskipper Beach in Aston Bay, Jeffreys Bay, with police opening an inquest after it was suspected that the deceased drowned while allegedly poaching abalone. According to police spokesperson Captain Marius McCarthy, it is alleged that on 9 September, a private security guard was on patrol when he found the lifeless body of an unknown man on the beach, who was later positively identified as Inga Bakupeni (22).
Police bust Erasmia drug lab allegedly churning out 800 000 Mandrax tablets a day
PRETORIA – South African police have raided a suspected drug laboratory at a smallholding in Erasmia, Pretoria, which was producing approximately 800,000 Mandrax tablets per day. The operation was conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) together with the Hawks, after monitoring by Crime Intelligence.
Invasive melaleuca plants in Gqeberha raise conservation concerns
GQEBERHA – The early detection and removal of invasive alien plants is one of the most important strategies available to conservation authorities. Once an invasive species becomes widespread, eradication can become extremely difficult, expensive and, in some cases, impossible. “Early detection and removal of invasive alien plants is one of the most important strategies available to us,” says Menzi Msizi Nxumalo, Assistant Manager at SANBI’s Eastern Cape Region.
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