News published March 2024


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Splash Festiaval
18 Mar 2024
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and SPAR Eastern Cape proudly present SPLASH FESTIVAL 2024 The Galaxy Bingo Kids Fun Run Now open for bookings: www.nmbsplash.co.za Saturday, 30th March Splash Festival, Kings Beach Time: 09H00 - 10H30 Cost / Free. Distance:1.5KM Please be aware of the following: kids under 12 are limited to 200 participants. Each participant will... Read More

Delport all business as unbeaten Madibaz roll out defensive plan
15 Mar 2024
A rock-solid defence has stood between the Madibaz’s try line and their opponents as the team from Gqeberha raced to three consecutive wins at the start of their FNB Varsity Shield campaign. In defeating University of Fort Hare 31-6 last Friday, the miserly Mandela University outfit have now conceded a mere 13 points since the opening round. Read More

Botha aims higher after hammer throw record
08 Mar 2024
Mandela University athlete Elmé Botha is eyeing new goals after winning the Eastern Province hammer throw title with a record distance at the weekend. The 23-year-old achieved a personal best to set the new record at 58.80m during the EP Athletics Championships at the Madibaz Stadium in Gqeberha. Read More

SAA's Gqeberha route now permanent
07 Mar 2024
South African Airways (SAA) is happy to announce that the seasonal route to Gqeberha, previously known as Port Elizabeth, will now be a permanent destination on the airline's flight schedule beyond March 31st, 2024. This decision reflects SAA's commitment to expanding its network not only for regional and international customers, but also for domestic customers, with the aim of improving... Read More

Kachungunu locked into childhood rugby dream for life
07 Mar 2024
Powerful Madibaz forward Chris Kachungunu has been living his dream out on the rugby field, but it has been one shared with his teammates. The lock, standing tall at a shade under two metres, was named the Player that Rocks in his team’s 30-0 whitewash of the University of KwaZulu-Natal in their FNB Varsity Shield encounter last Friday. Read More

SPAR puts words into action to help sexual assault victims in Bay
06 Mar 2024
Thuthuzela centres throughout the country offer survivors of rape and other sex crimes medical care, psychological support and a chance at justice. These were established to place all role-players under one roof, eradicating the need for victims to repeat their story. The Nelson Mandela Bay branch, which receives dozens of cases each month, is a beneficiary of the annual SPAR Eastern Cape... Read More

Madibaz all-rounder keeping it simple at African Games
06 Mar 2024
Rising cricket star Ethan Frosler aims to keep things simple when he strides out onto the oval for the University Sports South Africa national side at the African Games in Ghana this month. The continental showpiece takes place in Accra from March 8 to 23 and the fast-bowling all-rounder from the Bay believes an uncluttered head will stand him in good stead with bat and ball. Read More

Nelson Mandela Bay Convention Bureau showcase the city to Hosted Buyers
06 Mar 2024
Gqeberha, Nelson Mandela Bay, March 6, 2024 - The Nelson Mandela Bay Convention Bureau, a pivotal arm of the NMBM Economic Development, Tourism, and Agriculture (EDTA) Directorate, recently concluded an impactful Hosted Buyers Fam Trip showcasing the diverse offerings of Nelson Mandela Bay. The event, held from February 29 to March 2, 2024, welcomed a select group of international buyers in... Read More

SA selection a dream come true for Madibaz shot stopper
04 Mar 2024
Goalkeeper Kamva Dyakala’s skills on the hockey pitch will come under intense scrutiny when he makes his debut for South Africa this month. The 22-year-old Madibaz star, who has played for the SA U21s in the past, learnt of his inclusion in the senior team last month. Read More

Madibaz aim for more of the same in Shield match against UKZN
04 Mar 2024
Following a satisfying win in their opening match last week the belief within the Madibaz camp is that there is more to come in their FNB Varsity Shield journey. Even so, backline star Kehan Myburgh, voted the Player that Rocks against CPUT for the second year in succession, said they realised that it had been merely the first step of many. Read More