EFF withdraws support of motion to oust NMB Mayor Mongameli Bobani

Raahil Sain|Published

The EFF in Nelson Mandela Bay has withdrawn its support for a move by the DA to oust Mayor Mongameli Bobani of the United Democratic Movement.

Teenager in court for allegedly stabbing stepfather to death

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A teenage girl briefly appeared in the Aliwal North District Court this week after police arrested her for the alleged murder of her step-father.

Eastern Cape man sentenced to 19 years behind bars for raping boy

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An Eastern Cape man was sentenced to an effective 19 years behind bars by the Butterworth Regional Court, for the rape of a 12-year-old boy.

After 76 days, search continues for missing PE boy

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The search for nine-year-old Recolin Witbooi, who has been missing for more than two months continues, Eastern Cape police said on Thursday.

PE gang boss in triple murder slams Section 204 witness claims

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Suspected gang kingpin, Wendell Petersen, rubbished the claims of a Section 204 witness who had outlined how the gang boss allegedly orchestrated the death of three ...

Suspect flees after shooting two security guards in PE

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Two security guards were shot and wounded in Port Elizabeth on Tuesday, Eastern Cape police said.

Ambulance crew attacked, robbed while on duty in PE

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Members of an ambulance crew were attacked and robbed in Port Elizabeth, the Eastern Cape Department of Health said in a statement.

NSPCA condemns export of 60 000 live sheep to Middle East

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NSPCA said it was horrified at the arrival of the Al Shuwaikh vessel at the East London Harbour on Monday which is allegedly set to load a ?consignment? of 60 000 ...

Jacob Zuma says Gavin Watson's death is mysterious

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Former president Jacob Zuma said that he hoped late Bosasa boss Gavin Watson was not "cleverly removed" by "forces", adding that the way in which Watson died was ...

Gavin Watson was criticised for his belief in God, mourners hear

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Family members and colleagues of late Bosasa boss Gavin Watson paid tribute to him on Tuesday, describing him as a man of God who first and foremost loved the Lord ...

St Albans Prison back to ‘normal’ after inmate stabbed official

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The Department of Correctional Services said that the situation at St. Albans Correctional Centre in Port Elizabeth was back to ?normal?.

Man to appear in PE court over attempted murder of wife

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A 50-year-old man who allegedly shot his estranged wife in the head is expected to appear in the Port Elizabeth Magistrate?s Court on Monday.

Portia Sizani fraud case postponed as sentencing hits another snag

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The case against convicted fraudster Portia Sizani was again postponed in the Port Elizabeth Commercial Crimes Court on Tuesday.

Meeting to oust Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Bobani fails after no-show

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A special meeting held by DA, the ACDP and Cope in Nelson Mandela Bay, flopped when several councillors from the coalition government failed to pitch for the intended ...

PICS: St Francis Bay fire contained after 11 homes gutted

Raahil Sain|Published

Fires that broke out in St Francis Bay and gutted at least 11 homes were contained by Thursday evening.

WATCH: 11 homes burning as fire leaves trail of destruction in St Francis Bay

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Fires broke out in St Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape and so far 11 homes have been affected, Kouga Municipality said in a statement.

Police working with gangs must be arrested, said Bheki Cele at PE hotspots

Raahil Sain|Published

Police Minister Bheki Cele was back in Port Elizabeth on Thursday and visited several murder hotspots in the city?s gang ridden Northern Areas.

Judge dismisses Omotoso plea of no jurisdiction over charges

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Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso was dealt another blow when Judge Irma Schoeman dismissed an application involving their plea of no jurisdiction in relation to the ...

Judge to rule on jurisdiction of Omotoso charges

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The State in the human trafficking trial of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso failed to hand over a new certificate authorising the centralisation of the charges. ...

Defence in Omotoso trial questions PE court’s jurisdiction

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The human trafficking trial against Timothy Omotoso hit another snag in the Port Elizabeth High Court after objections were raised over the court?s jurisdiction. ...

Defence says it's impossible for Pastor Timothy Omotoso to raise alibi

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The defence in the trial of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso argued that the televangelist was highly prejudiced because they were unable to raise an alibi.

Omotoso trial postponed after defence seeks to compel State for more details

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The human trafficking trial of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso was postponed in the Port Elizabeth High Court.

Alleged mule in R1m drug bust to apply for bail

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A woman is expected to appear in the Kempton Park Magistrate?s Court to apply for bail after she was detained for the possession of drugs worth an estimated R1 million. ...

Animals are my first God, says 114-year-old Oom Jan

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Senior citizens and their contributions made to uplifting society were recognised as nominations for the 8th annual Port Elizabeth Senior Citizen of the Year Awards ...

Suspects flee after allegedly raping two women in Port Elizabeth

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Two Port Elizabeth women were allegedly raped, Eastern Cape police said.