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WATER SECURITY

Ntabankulu residents told to boil water despite safety clearance

  • Sikho Ntshobane
Vehicles trapped on the road at Mqanduli.
FLOODS
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One dead, two children injured as floods batter OR Tambo district

Heavy rains have battered the OR Tambo district in the Eastern Cape, resulting in one death, two injuries, and severe damage to…

  • Lulamile Feni
An artist’s impression of the much-anticipated development of the ‘Sleeper Site’ in East London’s city centre.
BUSINESS
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New hotel anchors R995m investment plan which could revitalise beachfront

East London's beachfront is poised for a major transformation with two proposed developments valued at a combined R995m,…

  • Sivenathi Gosa
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Friday deadline for R50,000 SMME support plea

  • Daily Dispatch Correspondent
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ANC a shield for SA's people, Mbalula says

  • Sino Majangaza
  • Buhle Sirayi
  • Onela Rungqu
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Ten Eastern Cape stations refurbished but vandalism remains a threat

  • Mpumzi Mshweshwe
  • Sinazo Ngange
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High ticket demand pushes Asanda Empire music festival to Buffalo Park

  • Sinazo Ngange
  • Onela Rungqu
Vehicles trapped on the road at Mqanduli.
FLOODS

Flooding cuts off towns and disrupts services across OR Tambo district

Heavy rains have cut off access to towns such as Mqanduli and disrupted services across the Eastern Cape's OR Tambo District, leaving communities…

  • Lulamile Feni
Iinyathi's Sithembile Langa celebrates the wicket of Warriors' Modiri Litheko with teammates at Buffalo Park on Saturday.

Iinyathi pleased with finishing Pro20 on a high

Though not proceeding to the next round of the Pro20 Cup, the Eastern Cape Iinyathi says that (https://Dispatch.co.za)beating division one teams the…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Yonela Ngxingolo is tackled by Tais Gomes da Costa Prioste, of Brazil, during their women's rugby match in England earlier this year

Ngxingolo's Bok milestone a journey of grit, growth and self-belief

Yonela Ngxingolo engraved herself in the history books of women's rugby in the country over the weekend, becoming the second player to reach 50 caps…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Likho Sigaba is gearing up for his clash against Zolisa Batyi at the Guild Theatre on Sunday.

Unbeaten Sigaba faces featherweight stern test

Nxarhuni boxer Zolisa Batyi may be coming from successive losses but that has not stopped him from looking beyond Likho Sigaba ahead of their clash…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Aphiwe Mboyiya, right, seen here in action against Jasper Seroka, takes on Kutlwano Ogaketse in an IBO Africa junior-welterweight title clash in Botswana on Friday.

Mboyiya seeks career revival in Botswana

KuGompo City boxer Aphiwe Mboyiya (https://dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2025-09-04-mboyiya-and-zingange-finally-get-their-date-with-destiny/)flew to…

  • Mesuli Zifo
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The community of Chris Hani Park in Mthatha says they gave no water supply for five years and depend on private water deliveries water to the community.
ELECTIONS
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Dry taps and broken roads leave Mthatha residents questioning need to vote

Residents of Chris Hani Park in Mthatha have faced five years without reliable tap water,…

  • Lulamile Feni
ANC general secretary Fikile Mbalula with Dr Rubusana regional chairperson Princess Faku during his campaign train in Gompo Hall in Duncan Village on Tuesday.
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ANC a shield for SA's people, Mbalula says

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has urged supporters in Duncan Village to defend freedom…

  • Sino Majangaza
  • Buhle Sirayi
  • Onela Rungqu
ANC NEC member Mmamoloko Kubayi.

ANC leaders declare Eastern Cape united ahead of elections

After a turbulent year marked by factional battles, branch disputes, a collapsed provincial…

  • Asanda Nini
As millions are expected to cast their votes come November 4, villagers in Mfabantu village in Tsolo will be going about their business and boycotting the elections due to ward delimitation. No one in the village registered to vote.
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Villagers refuse to vote due to ward transfer

Residents of Mfabantu village in Tsolo have resolved to boycott the upcoming elections…

  • Ziyanda Zweni
Only one lift has been working for about two months in the municipality's Lilian Diedericks Building
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
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Municipal staff reach new heights of frustration over broken lifts

Hundreds of Nelson Mandela Bay municipal employees have been left climbing up to 17 flights…

  • Nomazima Nkosi
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula addresses party members at a mini-rally in Zwelitsha on Monday. Picture: ZIYANDA ZWENI
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Mbalula urges ANC unity ahead of elections

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has urged supporters in Buffalo City Metro to prioritise…

  • Ziyanda Zweni
Nelson Mandela's relative and great-grandson and neighbour Xolani Mandela, is a UDM Ward 19 candidate, which includes Qunu in the Mthatha-based King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality. The ANC has no candidate in the Mandela village where he lies buried. Pictures LULAMILE FENI
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ANC fails to field candidate in ward where Mandela grew up and is buried

For the first time since 1994, the ANC will not field a candidate in Ward 19 of the King…

  • Lulamile Feni
UDM deputy president and MP Nqabayomzi Kwankwa with United Democratic Student Movement members during a visit to Walter Sisulu University’s Butterworth campus.
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UDM promises economic revival in campaign visit to amaRharhabe kingdom

During an election campaign visit to the amaRharhabe kingdom, the UDM pledged to revive…

  • Mfundo Piliso
EFF leader Julius Malema does door-to-door visits with residents of Bhongweni.
SOUTH AFRICA ELECTIONS
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Malema backs scrapping of 35-year age limit on government jobs

EFF leader Julius Malema has pledged to scrap the 35-year age limit on government jobs and…

  • Mandilakhe Kwababana
ELECTIONS
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'We'll still vote for him': Murdered ANC candidate retains support

Despite the murder of ANC ward candidate Ngawonke Bulala, voters in Kumkani Mhlontlo say they…

  • Lulamile Feni
  • Ziyanda Zweni
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The Buffalo City Film Festival will honour the late filmmaker Ben Nomoyi, pictured here, with the premiere of Derrick Makaula's documentary, 'Ben Nomoyi: Portrait of a Legend'.

Remembering Ben Nomoyi, the Eastern Cape storytelling pioneer whose legacy transformed SA cinema

  • Vukile Pokwana
Asanda Empires owner Asanda Mabengwan
MUSIC
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High ticket demand pushes Asanda Empire music festival to Buffalo Park

  • Sinazo Ngange
  • Onela Rungqu
Where do we come from? And where are we going? This is the Eastern Cape’s view of our galaxy, the Milky Way, lying low in the western sky. The photograph was taken by retired Rhodes maths education Prof Marc Schäfer from his home-built observatory in the Winterberg a few days ago. He said: 'The visible Milky Way is a blend of between 200 and 400-billion stars, although we can only discern a tiny fraction of about 2,500 in our sky with our naked eye. For me, the sight of the Milky Way reminds me of how unique and small we are and also stirs in me a profound sense of significance to be part of this universe. Just the fact that I can stand here and marvel at the sight of our galaxy, and ask difficult questions about the universe contributes to this significance.'
SHARK ATTACK

When light departs and returns to the heavens

  • Deloris Koan
Former Makhanda art teacher Sasha Scholtz in her Creative Space Art Studio in Clovelly, Cape Town. Pictures: BARBARA HOLLANDS

Former Makhanda art educator makes vibrant mark on Cape Town's coastal community

  • Barbara Hollands
Writer Coral Hart poses for a portrait at the Cape Town public library. Picture: AFP/ GIANLUIGI GUERCIA
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

370 books in 20 months: South African author defends her use of AI

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Harnessing abundant sunshine through outdoor solar lighting offers an eco-friendly and cost-effective way to brighten gardens, boost home security, and keep outdoor gatherings going after dark. Picture: Lighthaus
GARDENING
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IN THE GARDEN | Let the light shine into the night

  • Julia Smith
WINE
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A VINE TIME | From surfboards to sauvignon blanc, Salt Rock makes waves in wine

  • Sam Venter
Local youngsters are set to bring a beloved children's classic to life next week as Stirling Primary School presents Charlotte’s Web The Musical at the Guild Theatre from October 28 to 31. Picture: Supplied
THEATRE
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‘Charlotte’s Web The Musical’ comes to life at Guild Theatre

  • Siphosethu Ngcangisa
Director Nceba Mqolomba
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Eastern Cape short film wins top honours at Malawi film festival

  • Siphosethu Ngcangisa
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From student-room skits to national acclaim: Olwethu Ncapayi wins big at creator awards

  • Siphosethu Ngcangisa
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Iinyathi's Sithembile Langa celebrates the wicket of Warriors' Modiri Litheko with teammates at Buffalo Park on Saturday.

Iinyathi pleased with finishing Pro20 on a high

Though not proceeding to the next round of the Pro20 Cup, the Eastern Cape Iinyathi says that…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Yonela Ngxingolo is tackled by Tais Gomes da Costa Prioste, of Brazil, during their women's rugby match in England earlier this year

Ngxingolo's Bok milestone a journey of grit, growth and self-belief

Yonela Ngxingolo engraved herself in the history books of women's rugby in the country over…

  • Anathi Wulushe
Likho Sigaba is gearing up for his clash against Zolisa Batyi at the Guild Theatre on Sunday.

Unbeaten Sigaba faces featherweight stern test

Nxarhuni boxer Zolisa Batyi may be coming from successive losses but that has not stopped him…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Aphiwe Mboyiya, right, seen here in action against Jasper Seroka, takes on Kutlwano Ogaketse in an IBO Africa junior-welterweight title clash in Botswana on Friday.

Mboyiya seeks career revival in Botswana

KuGompo City boxer Aphiwe Mboyiya (https://dailydispatch.co.za/sport/2025-09-04-mboyiya-and-zin…

  • Mesuli Zifo
Marco Jansen celebrates the dismissal of Australia's Cameron Green on the second day of the third cricket Test at Newlands in Cape Town on Wednesday
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Jansen strikes but Aussies stand firm to take narrow lead

Marco Jansen celebrated his 100th Test wicket with a crucial double strike to halt…

  • Amir Chetty At Newlands
Highbury’s Unathi Funani runs at Magesi players Seun Ledwaba, left, and Thabang Ramolomo during a previous encounter at the Nelson Mandela University Stadium
SOCCER

Highbury FC aim to make home turf a fortress against Leicesterford City

Highbury FC look to strengthen their home ground advantage and climb the Motsepe Foundation…

  • Vuyokazi Nkanjeni
The Dafabet Warriors open their Pro20 Cup Super 8 cricket campaign against the Cobras at St George’s Park on Saturday
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Warriors set for stern Super 8s examination

Defending domestic T20 champions Dafabet Warriors kick off their YesPlay Pro20 Cup Super 8s…

  • Amir Chetty
South Africa's Marques Ackerman hits a four on day one of the third Test match between South Africa and Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town
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Ackerman rues missed Test ton

South African opener Marques Ackerman fell five runs short of a maiden Test ton, scoring an…

  • Amir Chetty At Newlands
A devatating spell of fast bowling saw paceman Mitchell Starc take six wickets during Australia's fightback against South Africa on day one of the third Test at Newlands on Tuesday
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Mitchell Starc turns it around after brutal Newlands start

Mitchell Starc overcame a tough opening session to claim 6/72, leading an Australian…

  • Amir Chetty At Newlands
SA's Marques Ackerman plays a shot to leg on the first day of the third cricket Test against Australia in Cape Town on Tuesday
CRICKET
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SA bowled out after Aussies fight back at Newlands

Mitchell Starc's fiery six-wicket haul spearheaded an Australian fightback at Newlands,…

  • Amir Chetty at Newlands
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BySibonise Mabengwana

SIBONISE MABENGWANA | Your child's future is on the ballot

On November 4, South Africans will elect the people who will run their municipalities. Councillors decide whether your street is tarred, your tap…

ByEditorial Comment

Police must explain why sensitive documents left in abandoned office

Police in KuGompo City are renting offices around Mdantsane and in the CBD. While the charges for the rented offices could not be ascertained, it is…

ByXolisile Ngumbela

INSIGHT | The Irish coffee test: Will coalitions serve residents or politicians?

As South Africa prepares for the 2026 local government elections, an Irish coffee metaphor highlights the crucial test facing coalition politics:…

Opinion

READER LETTER | Aquarium standards must not slip

The resignation of Siani Zahn (née Tinley) after 30 years at the East London Aquarium should concern every Buffalo City Metro resident who values…

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Bavuma staking his claim as one of SA's cricket greats

Temba Bavuma's match-winning 179 against Australia in Gqeberha has reignited debate over his standing among South Africa's greatest Test captains.

ByChristopher Wild

Biological Inflation: Why Food Security Without Nutrition Is a Mirage

South Africa may celebrate record-breaking harvests of maize and grain, but full silos do not guarantee healthy citizens. Despite producing ample…