Eastern Cape

Nelson Mandela Bay has been hit by its third major power outage in recent months, following collapses in August 2024 and January 2026. A transmission pylon on the Chelsea-Arlington-Walmer-Summerstrand line fell due to gale-force winds, leaving large parts of Gqeberha without electricity for up to 21 days.

19. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Eastern Province wrestling team, winners of the inaugural South African Beach Wrestling Championships, heads to Jeffreys Bay for the second edition on 28 March. Over 200 athletes will compete on Dolphin Beach as the team seeks to solidify the Eastern Cape's status in the sport.

Scores of flood victims in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, continue to live in a crowded church hall eight months after devastating floods displaced them. Promised temporary structures have not materialised, leaving residents reliant on local donations for basic needs. Elderly and sick victims express frustration over the lack of government support.

27. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Police in the Eastern Cape discovered the bodies of three men, aged 35 to 44, with gunshot wounds near a bridge in Tholeni Location outside Butterworth. A community member found the bodies early Tuesday morning, but the motive remains unclear and no arrests have been made. Authorities have deployed a team of detectives to investigate the triple murder.

A new photo essay captures the rhythms of everyday life in the villages of Sterkspruit, Eastern Cape, blending routine activities with cultural traditions. Photographer Felix Dlangamandla documents community gatherings, work scenes, and the joyful return of initiates from the mountains.

6. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

A series of veld and bushfires has prompted the closure of parts of the N2 highway near Nelson Mandela Bay, driven by extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds. Communities remain vigilant as firefighting efforts strain resources in the Eastern Cape. No homes have been lost, but agricultural land has suffered significant damage.