Author: Lindani Donyeli

A delegation from the provincial government rated Ward 2 top of the class in listening to community concerns, at a recent meeting where relocating the Joza clinic to a bigger venue, cleaning up the township, and tackling crime came under the spotlight. Ward 2 councillor Rami Xonxa ensured the Department of Social Development represented by Kana Nomlomo, The South African Social Security Agency (Assistant Manager Mabhele Nyanda) and the South African Police Service (Warrant Officer Clayton Gombert) all aired their concerns at a Thursday 27 July war room session. There with a critical ear were delegates from the Premier’s Office…

Grahamstown born Mzowoxolo Ndoyana, WBF Champion is preparing to fight for a South African title fight against Thulani Mbenge, the Champion from Johannesburg. “It is not going to be an easy fight,” said Coach Bulelani Ndoyana, who is also manager and father of the challenger. “Mbenge is an unbeaten boxer. There is no easy way. We have to go to him, as the mandatory challengers; and we’re number one for the challenge so we have to go to him. We are asking for a fight for his title.” “We are ready for the fight. This fight was supposed to happen…

Fingo Festival took place between Raglan Road (renamed Dr Jacob Zuma Drive) and Wood Street, during the National Arts Festival. Residents enjoyed a combination of visiting performers and local acts, as well as some rich intellectual offerings. Adon Giya, the Festival’s Technical Director, said, “It is something that we do every year during the National Arts Festival this side of town. “We are trying this side. We are making people feel part of it.” Giya said Izodlala nathi was a daily programme focused on children, most of whom were on school hliday. “The programmes are done by local people, which means…

Residents, young and old gathered at Tantyi Hall to celebrate Youth Day last Friday, with education the theme of the morning’s activities. DA Councillor Khanyisa Daweti told listeners that education was not only about chapters and textbooks for small children, but it’s also life’s journey. “For example, a child who grew up in squatter camps; do you think that child would reach matric?” Daweti asked. Citing statistics that put school dropout rates by Matric at 50%, the councillor said little has changed since 1976. “Our current education system has failed us as the youth of South Africa,” she said “Like…

It was earley hours of Thursday morning.I saw an African women carring baby on her back,while she had a big load of over loaded troley to control,some of the staff was folling off.The towels which were used to carry the baby were getting loose.I wonder what does it mean to be free as African.

You don’t have to go to the gym every day, as long as you’re active, was the message of a health team from the Government Employees Medical Scheme during a recent visit to the high court in Grahamstown. The team from the Gems Head Office, led by Sister Yekiwe Phephe, was invited by the Justice Department. Blood pressure, weight, haematocrit (HCT), cholesterol and blood sugar were some of the health checks on offer, with neck and shoulder massages from Gems physiotherapist Zabo Qegu as a special treat. “It is important for everyone to know their blood pressure, because high blood pressure leads to strokes,” said Phephe.…