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Award-winning artist Ntsika Ngxanga invites fans to join his spiritual journey kicking off his national tour, “A Place Called Ngoma” in Gqeberha. The former member of acclaimed a cappella group The Soil will be performing at the Little Theatre on August 1, alongside The Soil, Zawani and Gqeberha’s Thandikhaya “Joliza” Magiyiyana, who will be travelling with Ngxanga for his performances in East London, Johannesburg and Cape Town. The Herald Reporter, Simtembile Mgidi, sat down in studio with Ngxanga and Magiyiyana, and discussed their national tour. The Herald

A recent report tabled at a public health committee meeting showed that four rivers in Nelson Mandela Bay had elevated levels of bacterial pollutants. The report was compiled from 359 samples taken between September and December. In this week’s Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, we chat with DA councillor Mthokozisi Nkosi after the party called on the SA Human Rights Commission to investigate the municipality over the pollution. The Herald

Nearly 3,000 riders participated in The Herald Cycle Tour this year, split over two events — the mountain bike and road races. Recognised as one of the heavyweight cycling events of SA, the tour is rated by many as one of the top classics on the sporting calendar, among other well-renowned events in the country. The 39th edition also saw about 10,000 spectators attend the two-weekend event held at Addo and Summerstrand. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we catch up with podium finishers Kelsey van Schoor and Brad Gouveris. The Herald

Pressure to be the best and secure top honours in school sport has led to poaching. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, he chats to Hannes Nienaber, who is responsible for written content at SuperSport Schools. Under discussion is the latest incident at top public schools in the Eastern Cape that have cut sporting and cultural ties with prestigious Makhanda private school Kingswood College because of what one school termed its aggressive poaching of their most talented pupils. “You have a right to go to the school that you want to go to, so if the parent wants to move his child to another school, he’s allowed to,” Nienaber said. “What I do believe is that there should be a system between headmasters that if we take this child from you, that you have invested money into, that we pay the previous school a development fee for having brought the child to the level we brought him to.” The Herald

The EP rugby team have been hard at work on the training field and will have a camp this weekend in preparation for their opening game. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, he chats to new EP Elephants rugby coach Allister Coetzee who says he is happy with how his team’s preparations are going ahead of the new season and that there is a good vibe in the side for of their opening SA Cup match against the Falcons in Kempton Park on March 8. The Herald

The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo which claimed the lives of SA soldiers is likely to escalate. That’s political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast speaking in the wake of the death of 13 soldiers killed in fighting with M23 rebels in the DRC. The SA troops are in Congo as part of UN and Southern African missions. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we unpack the devastating conflict with Breakfast. The Herald

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape are finally starting to prove why they are the Betway SA20 defending champions after a dismal start to the championship this season. The home side whipped the Pretoria Capitals by 52 runs in their clash at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Wednesday night, making it three back-to-back victories after three opening defeats — their three worst defeats in the tournament’s short history. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Sunrisers coach Adrian Birrell as the team prepare for their match against the Joburg Super Kings at St George’s Park on Friday. The Herald

The Eastern Cape achieved a record 84.89% matric pass rate in 2024 and among those who contributed to this increase are two Nelson Mandela Bay pupils who were also the top achievers in the province. Diya Gajjar and Chris Joubert, both from Pearson High School in Gqeberha, finished first and second in the province, respectively.  Pearson was also among the eight schools in the Bay to achieve a 100% pass rate for the class of 2024. In Behind the Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Diya and Chris who both highlight the role support systems — at home and at school — played in their remarkable achievements, some of the challenges they faced in the exams and their plans for this year. We also speak to principal Haldane Pienaar who lauded Diya and Chris  for achieving what was a “first in our history” and thanked school staff and parents for their support.  The Herald

The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) is investigating the brutal battering of at least 20 seagull chicks by a handful of young holidaymakers camping near the Gamtoos River mouth.  Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, NSPCA spokesperson Jacques Peacock described the incident as tragic and said they hoped to get to the bottom of the situation soon. The chicks were beaten to death with sticks. The senseless killing has led to widespread outrage on social media. “The fact that it was at the hands of youngsters makes it even more abhorrent,” Peacock said. He said they hoped to hand over a docket with all the necessary information to the police once the investigation was completed. The Herald

Human behaviour is behind many of the road accidents on Eastern Cape roads so far this festive season.

That is the opinion of Eastern Cape transport department spokesperson Unathi Binqose, speaking after a bloody weekend on the province’s roads in which more than 18 people died and 20 were injured. In an accident near Graaff-Reinet on Monday morning, 14 people died in a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and an SUV on the N9. A few hours earlier, on Sunday night, another head-on collision on the R61 near Bizana claimed the lives of three people.  Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, Binqose says fatigue, reckless and negligent driving and driving under the influence of alcohol were factors in road deaths. The Herald

Summer is here and water safety is a top priority during the festive season.  Swimming experts and emergency responders have urged bathers to exercise caution and to never leave children unsupervised in or near the water. On Friday’s episode of Behind The Herald Headlines, Daron Mann chats to The Herald Nelson Mandela University Citizens of the Year Health and Safety category winner Natalie Ogden.  She discusses practical water safety tips for whether you are swimming in the ocean, a river, dam or pool and advises to always swim at beaches where lifeguards are on duty to enjoy the festive season responsibly.  The Herald

Newly elected EP Rugby president George Malgas says he will humble himself and knock on the door of his opponent for the position, Willem Oliphant — for the betterment of rugby. A relieved Malgas was crowned president after he pipped bitter rival Oliphant by the narrowest of margins — 119 to 116 — on Saturday. Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, Malgas said he believed he could work with Oliphant for the betterment of rugby, adding he wanted to bring him back into the fold as he felt Oliphant had value to add to EP Rugby. “For me, the value seems to be that he can unlock some funds, nationally and otherwise,” he said. “I think his campaign was based on [being] willing to put money into the union and I’m going to be very humble in knocking on the man’s door...” The Herald

The race is on for spaza shop owners in SA to register their businesses after a call by President Cyril Ramaphosa. With 23 children having died and more than 800 fallen ill from suspected food poisoning across SA in the past three months, allegedly after ingesting food from spaza shops, Ramaphosa intervened with a directive that all spaza shops be registered. In a follow-up to this declaration, the SA Government News Agency said: “All spaza shop owners and vendors must register with their respective municipalities from November 15 to December 13 2024.” In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to National African Federated Chamber of Commerce (Nafcoc) Eastern Cape deputy president Mlungisi John. The Herald

The Nelson Mandela Bay municipality will head back to the drawing board to rework its shortlisting process for jobs in the metro, after years of sharp criticism that it was sidelining some racial groups.  This could result in applicants, who were previously excluded from job opportunities because they did not fit within the city’s Employment Equity Act targets, competing during the shortlisting process. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to corporate services political head Khusta Jack. The Herald

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The Christmas cheer is already in full force in stores and online but most of us are just trying to get through year-end fatigue.  In this week's episode of the S’wana Know podcast, Annelisa and Kelly Kelz chat about how tiring it is to think about Christmas so soon, when they are putting their Christmas tree up and their favourite Christmas traditions.  The Herald

There is an increase in the number of young adults — predominantly males — in SA who are gambling. That is according to the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation’s treatment and counselling specialist, Bongiwe Ngobese. Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann in the wake of gambling addict Liezel Badenhorst’s 15-year sentence for stealing from her employers, Ngobese says gambling is taking its toll on pathological gamblers. The Herald

In today’s episode of the S’wana Know podcast, we discuss the Mzwandile Mali Schools Rugby Tournament — an event that has become a beacon of hope and resilience in our community.  Annelisa speaks to head coach Monde Tyaliti, and assistant coach Xolani Grootboom about how they have created a remarkable story of hard work, determination and passion.  She also chats to two of the players from the squad about the impact the tournament has had on their lives. The Herald

Suspected underworld figure Mark Lifman was murdered by people with “desperate reasons”. That is the opinion of Andre Naude, Lifman’s co-accused in the murder of “Steroid King” Brian Wainstein. Lifman, 57, was still carrying his shopping bags when he was gunned down on Sunday, a day before he was due to appear in the Western Cape High Court, where he is charged alongside 13 others for the 2017 murder of Wainstein. He became the fourth accused in the matter to be killed. Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, Naude said while he did not think Lifman’s murder was linked to the trial, he could not rule out the possibility either.  The Herald

A game of musical chairs or a move to improve the city? Babalwa Lobishe was elected as Nelson Mandela Bay’s new mayor on Thursday, swapping posts with Gary van Niekerk, who takes up the deputy position. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Nelson Mandela University academic and political analyst Ongama Mtimka about the change in leadership. The Herald

Professional MMA fighter Shadrack Nsua is well on his way to becoming a world champion. In Friday’s episode of the S’wana Know podcast, Annelisa chats to Nsua about the many challenges he had to overcome as a young refugee fleeing from the Democratic Republic of Congo, enduring abuse, living on the streets, and debilitating health issues, and how he managed to use that to fuel his fight to become a professional athlete. We are also joined by Herald reporter Riaan Marais, who wrote about Nsua’s journey. The Herald

It has been said: “Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion.” Today we chat with our own Kelly Kelz on her return to the ballet stage, and why this classy dance form sets her soul on fire. We dive into her journey of resilience, rediscovery, and the transformative power of dance. The Herald

Gift of the Givers has once again come to the rescue of Nelson Mandela Bay residents, this time to provide aid in the aftermath of floods which left many families displaced this week. Heavy rains on Monday and Tuesday left large parts of the Bay waterlogged, leaving close to 3,000 people destitute.  At least three people also lost their lives. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Gift of the Givers founder Imtiaz Sooliman. We also speaking to Bay mayor Gary van Niekerk. The Herald

Broken and dilapidated ceilings, an insufficient number of chairs and tables, a lack of electricity and leaking asbestos roof sheets. These are just some of the conditions Nelson Mandela Bay pupils will have to put up with as they write their matric exams, starting on Monday. The Herald reported this week how some schools in some of the Bay’s most impoverished areas were in dire straits — and the rush was on to find more desks, fix electricity problems and squeeze in extra study time. The scramble for basic resources comes as scores of pupils prepare to write the most important exams of their lives in the dark, under dangling electrical wires and in classrooms with broken ceilings. For many, there are also not even enough tables and chairs. Teachers have also bemoaned the dismal state of ablution facilities at some schools. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to National Professional Teachers Organisation of SA (Naptosa) executive director Basil Manuel and Federation of Governing Bodies of SA Schools (Fedsas) deputy CEO Riaan van der Bergh. The Herald

This week, a father found his daughter’s bloodied and bruised body after she was beaten to death, allegedly by her husband. The man is believed to have taken his life shortly after. In this week’s episode of Behind the Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, we speak to Lesley Ann Foster of Masimanyane Women’s Rights International about the scourge of gender-based violence and the tragedies that continue to haunt the country every day. The Herald

This week on S’wana Know, we dive deep into the world of gynaecological cancers with the insightful Dr Melissa Pietersen. Discover the latest advancements in research and treatment options. Tune in for valuable knowledge that could make a difference! The Herald

“It’s been a hard and rocky road, but if it wasn’t for The Herald, my boy wouldn’t have been in Cape Town now and receiving help and that’s the gospel truth and I can prove every word that I’m saying.” Those were the words on Wednesday morning of an emotional Barry Glass whose grandson, Keanu, was taken to Cape Town on Tuesday night where he was to be admitted to the Red Cross Children’s Hospital for potentially life-changing treatment.  Keanu, who is 18 months old, was diagnosed with a cyst on his brain and suffers from debilitating seizures. On Monday, Glass, 63, stood on the side of the road in Gqeberha, begging for money that could help Keanu’s parents pay for accommodation near the hospital while they await a prognosis from specialists. Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann on Wednesday morning, Glass wept as he described how a good Samaritan had paid R20,000 into his account. “When I phoned him and I said, ‘you made a big mistake’, he said to me he didn’t make a mistake. He said if he could give me 10 times that amount he would give it to me because it’s for a child,” Barry said.    Listen to what else Barry had to say: The Herald

Football in the Eastern Cape has been starved as far Bafana Bafana are concerned, but all that is set to change when the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium hosts the crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) Group K qualifier clash between the hosts and Congo Brazzaville in October. The 2010 World Cup venue will stage its first Fifa international fixture since Bafana Bafana defeated Sao Tome and Principe in November 2020. Safa initially wanted to host the match at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, but were forced to change to Gqeberha because of logistical challenges beyond their control in the Free State capital.  In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Safa Nelson Mandela Bay president Simphiwe Mkhangelwa who expects people will come “in their numbers”. Mkhangelwa also talks about what this means for the region. The Herald

Two awards ceremonies took place in the last two weeks and as is the case with most, the Emmys and VMAs always come with some drama.  From Tyla being called an “uppity African” to The Bear sweeping awards in a comedy category, and of course, the best and worst red carpet looks, Annelisa and Kelly Kelz review the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards and television’s finest at the Emmy Awards in this week’s episode of The S’wana Know Podcast.  The Herald

The price of perlemoen increased exponentially post Covid-19 and — with that — came an increase in perlemoen poaching in Nelson Mandela Bay, particularly at the Swartkops Estuary. This according to anti-poaching specialist group Dark Water Ops’ boss Nicky Erasmus, who says on a good night, “with perfect diving conditions, you’re looking at in excess of 20 rubber ducks chasing up and down Swartkops”. “Then you’ve got your shore divers that dive from shore, say from Cape Recife area to Bushy Park area, there you’re looking at 300 or 400 poachers a night, so it’s a big problem at the moment.” In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Erasmus. We also speak to Zwartkops Conservancy operations manager Femke de Wet, who says the estuary urgently needs greater law enforcement to clamp down on the perlemoen poaching scourge. The Herald

Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Gary Van Niekerk has hit back at reports that he is refusing to resign, saying the media is conspiring — The Herald in particular — to paint him in a bad light. In this week’s episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, Van Niekerk lashes out, defending his tenure as mayor. In the episode, The Herald editor Rochelle de Kock responds to Van Niekerk’s assertions. The Herald

Our bodies change with time and as we get older it becomes harder to achieve that youthful shape we once had. There are many factors that contribute to us feeling like we will never reach our “dream body”. But can having enough money help you buy it?  This week on The S’wana Know Podcast, Annelisa and Kelly Kelz chat about South African celebrity Khanyi Mbau’s recent cosmetic surgery and her take on beauty and body standards and self-love.  They also discuss the misconceptions of cosmetic procedures and the permanency of surgery.  The Herald

Tired of being shunted from pillar to post, the Markman Business Forum has launched a public advocacy campaign to compel the metro and the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) to address its proposals to stem the steep decline of infrastructure in the industrial node and across Nelson Mandela Bay. At the centre of the forum’s frustration is access to the Ranger-Neptune link at the Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Tempers flared on June 11 when the forum and a crowd of worker, business and community representatives opened the emergency gate between the northeast end of Markman’s Ranger and Neptune roads on the western edge of the SEZ. The action was intended as a symbolic protest, but the gate was swiftly welded shut by the corporation which has since, according to the forum, demanded access payments of more than R1m. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Markman Business Forum spokesperson Graham Taylor. The Herald

Whether you’re scrolling through TikTok, Instagram or YouTube, you’ve likely stumbled upon interactive videos where creators invite us into their personal routines, showing us everything from makeup transformations to outfit choices. This week on The S’wana Know Podcast, Annelisa and Kelly Kelz explore a trend that’s taken social media by storm with more than 13.3-million posts on TikTok: the “Get Ready with Me” (#GRWM) phenomenon.  The Herald

There are plans  to place about 500 available dolosse along the N2 entering Nelson Mandela Bay from east to address recent incidents of flooding from the sea along that stretch of road. Unusually high seas in recent months have resulted in the N2 being covered in rocks washed up by the sea and long queues of traffic had to be diverted and the debris cleared off the road. This as the dolosse — designed to secure the shore from heavy seas along the N2 — have slowly been subsiding. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to SA National Roads Agency (Sanral) project manager Danfred Adams who says apart from the immediate plan to address the problem, the agency is engaging with the Transnet National Port Authority (TNPA) on a long-term project which is expected to kick off in November.  “There have now been three events in the last three months which is quite unusual,” he said. “Prior to that, we had one event in five to seven years so obviously we’ve from our side had to increase efforts and put certain measures in place. “What we detected upon inspection on Saturday morning is that there is a bit of erosion and wash away that’s starting to occur next to the N2, so from a road authority perspective we need to look at what we can put in place to protect the N2 from further damage.” We also speak to Nelson Mandela Bay climate resilience project lead Gary Koekemoer who says more dolosse are needed in place, possibly other concrete defences, to ensure the road remains unaffected. The Herald

DA provincial leader Andrew Whitfield is cautious to use the words coalition or partnership but says his party is in “informal discussions” with the ANC, engaging in scenarios to bring about stability in Nelson Mandela Bay. The Herald reported this week that the ANC had its eye on the mayoral seat in the Bay, with the party looking to team up with the DA to form a new government in the city. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, Whitfield says his heart is on “putting the people of Nelson Mandela Bay first”. We also speak to ANC MP and the party’s chief whip, Loyiso Magqashela who says “we are very concerned with making sure the people on the ground receive the best out of any coalition”. The Herald

Nelson Mandela Bay schools have been in the headlines over the past few days — and not always for good reasons. It emerged this week that the Eastern Cape education department was investigating allegations that a grade 1 teacher at Herbert Hurd Primary School in Newton Park had forced some children to lick up food that had spilt on the classroom floor. The Gqeberha teacher was given a final written warning on Tuesday. On Thursday, The Herald reported on desperate teachers who, fed up with the unruly behaviour of children and regular acts of vandalism at Bonzai School in Sydenham, downed tools in a last-ditch effort to regain control of the situation. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to education expert Prof Jonathan Jansen, who says the education system is broken. The Herald

Last weekend, the stage was set for a dazzling display of beauty, talent and poise as young women competed for the Miss SA crown. From breathtaking gowns to heartfelt interviews, the pageant always gives us something to talk about and this year was no different. This week, on The S’wana Know Podcast, Annelisa and Kelly Kelz delve into the details of the Miss South Africa pageant, discussing the inspirational crowning of the first-ever deaf winner, Mia le Roux, with drama involving the withdrawal of Chidimma Adetshina and, of course, their favourite red carpet looks. The Herald

The Olympic season only comes once every four years and it’s always a huge topic of discussion. So naturally Annelisa and Kelly Kelz had to discuss all things Olympics before the Paris season comes to an end.  This week they chat everything from the cardboard beds to the athlete’s nails and about how medallists don’t get any prize money.  Annelisa also tries to convince Kelly Kelz that she can join the Olympic swimming team, doing the backstroke in 2028.  The Herald

“A crime that works very well” is how private investigator Mike Bolhuis describes the spate of kidnappings in Nelson Mandela Bay recently. Since March, there have been at least six reported cases of kidnappings in the Bay alone, with more reported in other parts of the Eastern Cape.  In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Bolhuis who also gives some tips on how to protect yourself in the event of kidnapping and how to deal with it in the aftermath. The Herald

The S’wana Know podcast presented by HeraldLIVE is back!  Join Annelisa and Kelly Kelz in this week’s episode, Making a Comeback, where they chat about individuals, brands and trends that redefine what it means to make a comeback.  One of those trends in the fashion industry is ballerina pumps. They also chat about the iconic comeback of Bonang with her new show B*Dazzled by Bonang, which hit SABC3 this week on Monday.  The Herald

“It’s never easy, especially when you dream of being on the podium at the highest level of competition, it’s never easy to return home without a medal.” 

These are the words of Gqeberha-born Geronay Whitebooi whose Olympic medal hopes were cut short in the last 16 of the judo competition at Paris 2024. This was Whitebooi’s second Olympics, but in reaching the last 16, having seen off Argentina’s Jacqueline Solis in her opening contest, she had bettered her return from Tokyo 2020. “I’m pretty happy with my result, but obviously not ecstatic because everyone wants to come home with a medal,” Whitebooi said. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, she takes us through the Olympics experience, describing it as “better than Tokyo” and talks about her plans going forward.  We also speak to Olympic medallist and swimmer Ryk Neethling, who shares his thoughts on the competition in the pool so far.  The Herald

For a long time, the Friends of the Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area (Fobwa) has looked after and promoted the Baviaanskloof but, now, it is closing down. One of SA’s oldest protected area volunteer support groups, Fobwa was established in 2001.  The announcement on Monday of the group’s closure has sounded warning bells for the sector as it battles poaching, invasive alien plants, lack of manpower and a myriad other eco-problems. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Wilderness Foundation Africa chief executive Andrew Muir. The Herald

The Shamwari Private Game Reserve recently became the first big cat sanctuary in SA to be awarded accredited status by the Global Federation of Animals Sanctuaries (GFAS). The big cat sanctuary was the brainchild of international wildlife charity Born Free, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary. The accreditation means Born Free’s big cat sanctuary met the federation’s stringent criteria — the only internationally recognised organisation providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries — of a genuine animal sanctuary providing humane and responsible care of the animals. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to Shamwari Born Free manager Catherine Gillson. The Herald

Nearly 2,500 firearm owners who were issued competency certificates as far back as 2018, now stand to have their guns confiscated. This is because their competency tests were done with Gqeberha gun dealer Karen Webb, who was arrested in February on a string of charges related to the illegal sale of firearms, and could be declared invalid. Webb, 40, faces charges of fraud, defeating the ends of justice, conspiracy to smuggle firearms and providing firearms to people not allowed to possess them. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to firearms legal expert Martin Hood on the Firearms Control Act and the legality of police confiscating firearms.  The Herald

The national and provincial government elections have come and gone and now the country faces a new challenge as it navigates SA’s first national coalition government since democracy. But just how did we get to this point? And where to from here? In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, we speak to political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast. The Herald

The National Arts Festival is under way in Makhanda. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the festival features a diversity of works featuring music, drama, dance, art and comedy until the end of June.  In the latest episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, we chat to award-winning comedian Stuart Taylor, who returns to the National Arts Festival stage with his one-man show Odd Man Out.  The show runs until June 30 at the Graham Hotel.  The Herald

In the latest episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, ousted EP Rugby president Gerald Antonie speaks about his legal advisors’ interpretation of the court order, being locked out of EPRU premises and how he believes reinstituted president George Malgas has hijacked processes. The Herald

EP Rugby acting president George Malgas says he will be led by the court ruling and constitution concerning control of the body rather than following SA Rugby’s directives. This is after the mother body advised EP to hold an emergency election within 21 days to end a period of instability. In the latest episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, Malgas also unpacks the court order which ruled he be reinstated as the union’s vice-president and maps the way forward. The Herald

Severe weather has hit the country, with the Eastern Cape suffering devastating floods and snowfall. KwaZulu-Natal was also hit with a tornado this week. In the latest episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, we chat to Weather Guru Garth Sampson for an update on the recent weather, including the rainfall over the last few days and his winter weather forecast. We also chat to Dr Imtiaz Sooliman of Gift of the Givers on relief efforts in Nelson Mandela Bay after many lost their homes in the floods at the weekend. The Herald

With election day behind us, South Africans are waiting in anticipation for the results. In today’s episode of Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann, we chat to the IEC’s Eastern Cape manager for electoral operations, Siyabonga Maki, as he reflects on the 2024 general elections. Maki joins us from the results headquarters in East London. The Herald