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25/06/2025

At least 4,724 households are now homeless in the Eastern Cape province, according to the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), which reports that 6,869 households were affected in total.

Eastern Cape floods caused severe destruction, leaving 4,724 households homeless. Find out about the response and recovery efforts.

25/06/2025

With winter showing its icy claws, what could be better than a heartwarming, comforting and budget-friendly soup perfect for chilly days? A real show-stopper is always a hearty ham and pea soup—the perfect remedy to ward off the cold.

Warm up with hearty ham and split pea soup, the perfect dish to ward off the winter cold and satisfy your hunger.

25/06/2025

JOHANNESBURG – A South African judge on Wednesday halted the burial of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu while the funeral service was underway, in an escalation of a standoff between his family and the government.

A South African judge stops the burial of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu amid a family-government standoff.

25/06/2025

Executive Mayor Lobishe urged action to prevent the closure of Goodyear, risking 900 jobs, emphasising local government support and collaboration for economic stability.

Discover the Goodyear plant closure intervention by Nelson Mandela Bay's Mayor to protect over 900 jobs and families.

25/06/2025

📰☀️ Hi, PE Express readers! Our weekly paper is out now. Catch up on local news and check out the special deals inside. Happy reading!

25/06/2025

BREAKING: The Hawks have confirmed Lindsay Knowlden (65) has been reunited with her family in the early hours of this morning, June 25.

The Hawks have confirmed Lindsay Knowlden (65) has been reunited with her family in the early hours of this morning, June 25. As previously reported by the Express, Knowlden was […]

24/06/2025

The Springboks unveiled their new 2025 kit collection on Tuesday, exactly 30 years after Nelson Mandela presented the Webb Ellis Cup to the victorious 1995 Rugby World Cup team.

Celebrate the Springboks' legacy with their anniversary jersey collection marking the 1995 World Cup triumph. Discover the details!

24/06/2025

PALM SPRINGS, USA — In a stunning testament to timeless beauty and perseverance, South African pageant veteran Marelize Steyn Earle has captured the prestigious 2025 Mrs Globe Classique crown, more than three decades after first gracing the pageant stage.

South African pageant veteran Marelize Steyn Earle has captured the prestigious 2025 Mrs Globe Classique crown. Read more about her journey here.

24/06/2025

The official death toll from the recent floods has reached 100 across the Eastern Cape after more recoveries were made by search and recovery teams following the June floods that swept across the province.

The official death toll from the recent floods has reached 100 across the province after more recoveries were made by search and recovery teams following the June floods that swept […]

24/06/2025

Ready to go wild from June 27

It’s all systems go! for the 22nd annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees

What was empty scrubland a few weeks ago is now an eight hectare fenced, cleared, levelled and covered platform for the Eastern Cape’s favourite family festival.

Community volunteers from across the town have also been hard at work ensuring that the town is looking its best.

Sunny Karoo skies are predicted for the festival weekend, from Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29.

Festival highlights include the Walk on the Wildside experience featuring interactive exhibits and activities, agri, outdoor and new vehicle expos, working dog and horse demonstrations, wild rides in the Family Play Park, pony rides, paintball, bungee bounce, pedal-go karting and meeting cosplay fictional characters.

There will be over 300 specialist stalls selling handcrafts, décor items, clothing and freshly prepared delicacies, in addition to wine tastings and “kuiering” at the Be-Dingus Bar, Dam Duikers Draai, ATKV Kalmeerkraal, Coca-Cola Kos Kraal, Castle Corner, LITEnUP Bar, and Lagerville Watergat.

Visitors will be entertained by over 30 national stars appearing live on the giant Wildsfees stage.

Friday’s line-up starts at 16:00 with Ruan van der Kuil, with Spoegwolf as the headline act at 21:00.

On Saturday the music starts at 13:30 with local legend Patrick Lindoor, and climaxes with former local Ruhan du Toit and Kurt Darren from 22:00.

Sunday’s entertainment begins at 11:00 with Wynand and Cheree, and Blackbyrd plays the festival out from 14:30.

Lovers of traditional sheep’s head, tripe or a mutton potjie will dine at the Lekker Lang Lamtafel while enjoying traditional Afrikaans entertainment.

The dog and horse demos will be held in the MTN Arena on all three days, along with a demonstration by the SANParks K-9 anti-poaching unit on the Saturday.

Visitors to the Walk on the Wildside marquee will be able to plan their next break by finding out more about 19 of the province’s top holiday and adventure destinations.

Sarah Baartman District Tourism, Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism (ECPTA) and Addo Tourism will connect visitors with all the attractions the area, including the Sundays River Valley, has to offer.

There will also be fossil digs for the young and dinosaur virtual reality experiences, snake, spider and tortoise demonstrations by Mark Marshall of Sandula Conservation and his team, the Iziko Mobile Museum, and the launch of a new tourism product by Small Town South Africa.

The conservation minded will be able to leave a message on the Tree of Life, made from recycled cardboard by APL Cartons Packaging and decorated with household waste.

Photo credit: Yandré Tibshraeny

24/06/2025

Sunny Karoo skies are predicted for the festival weekend, from Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29.

A new festival village will be ready for the 22nd annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees. Join in for an unforgettable weekend.