Eastern Cape Rising Sun

Mcinga works hard on debut film, Nelson... Her next empowerment film projects is set for Congo-Brazzaville and Nigeria.

Read her story online:
https://easterncaperisingsun.com/ec-filmmaker-mcinga-making-headlines-countrywide/

March Edition, read it online, subscription FREE: https://easterncaperisingsun.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ECRS-March-Digital-Edition.pdf

Help Pink Fairy raise R10,000:
4 March: The Stutt Property Shoppe Magical Mountains MTB Ride
https://easterncaperisingsun.com/pink-fairy-aims-to-raise-r10000-for-spca/

FEBRUARY 2023 EDITION:
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Hundreds of participants crossed the finish line at the 48th edition of the Discovery Surfers Challenge, today (11 February) at Nahoon Beach.
https://easterncaperisingsun.com/having-fun-getting-fit-at-discovery-surfers-challenge-2023/

Any sponsors keen to help Craig?
https://easterncaperisingsun.com/border-champion-needs-a-faster-car/

Border champion needs a faster car | Eastern Cape Rising Sun Home Motoring Border champion needs a faster car MotoringNews Border champion needs a faster car February 4, 2023 2 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp Craig raced his way to being the 2022 MSA Border Regional Champion in the Modified Saloon category. Craig Borges sped away as the 2022 champion in the Modifie...

On Sunday, 5 February, be part of the prayerful soul dance at Nahoon Reef from 5.30pm.

The Guild Theatre will come alive on Dec 19 & 20 with Andrea Fortuin, Fagrie Isaacs & Jeodhouse Live Band!
Don't miss it!

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Bodies found in Mdantsane Dam, murder cases opened

A passerby collecting recycle bottles came across two bodies in the Grinneker Dam bushes in Mdantsane earlier this week.

The two men estimated to be both in their 20s had two visible gunshot wounds in their upper bodies. Both deceased hands were tied at the back.

Two Murder cases has been opened and investigation is continuing with authorities tracking witnesses.

The police request anyone with information about the incident to please contact Warrant Officer Balitafa on 071 475 2307.
Information received will be treated confidential and the caller can remain anonymous.

The community is urged to be careful of fraudsters, especially during tough economic times.

These unscrupulous people could be a business, government official or even private individual within your community.

Wanted for Fraud:

Month end Print Edition out tomorrow. Read the digital copy here: https://easterncaperisingsun.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ECRS-Digital-Edition.pdf

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MOPPING UP OPERATIONS UNDERWAY

Mopping up operations are underway across the Metro as the weather has cleared up today.

The strong winds and rains left a trail of destruction with many properties affected, trees tumbled and various areas without power as such stations and electrical poles were damaged.

Our disaster management and human settlements teams are conducting visits in affected areas namely Duncan Village, Zwelitsha, Mdantsane, Breidbach and rural villages around eQonce.

Our electricity department is working on restoring the lights in various sections within the affected areas namely:

• Cambridge
• Buffalo Flats
• Scenery Park
• Gompo
• Beacon Bay
• Dimbaza
• Gonubie

Residents whose areas have no lights are urged to keep appliances switched off as power may be restored unannounced.

MOST AREAS AFFECTED BY OUTAGE RESTORED

Several areas affected by outages and faults following strong winds and persistent rains have been restored.

Our teams had been dispatched to deal with many areas affected from street poles, wires, mini substations and individual households.

The Metro has urged communities not attempt to repair or be in contact with wires that are hanging as this is dangerous but rather report these.

Consumers can WhatsApp: 0763978198
Or download the designer lighting app

Heavy rains and storm accompanied by wind, lightning and thunder spread through parts of East London and surrounding areas causing damages to buildings and infrastructures.

Roads had to be closed because of flooding as trees were causing obstruction.

Warning was issued by emergency personnels requesting people to heed caution if they were traveling on the roads or remain indoors.

East London bids farewell to philanthropist and businessman

The East London community, business sector and several organizations were saddened on hearing the passing away of Mr Vrij Harry, owner of Harry's Printers on Friday afternoon.

Read more on:
https://easterncaperisingsun.com/el-mourns-businessmans-death-his-legacy-will-continue/