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Victorian Library Closed 12 Years Draws 150 on Community Tour
Acts of Kindness3d ago

Victorian Library Closed 12 Years Draws 150 on Community Tour

A beloved 1902 Gothic library in Gqeberha has been shuttered for over a decade, but passionate volunteers are keeping its story alive through tours that now attract locals and cruise ship visitors alike. Community interest is growing even as renovation budgets get redirected.

Daily Maverick2 min read
R270m Hotel Creates 250 Jobs in Gqeberha
InnovationApr 17

R270m Hotel Creates 250 Jobs in Gqeberha

A stunning new apartment hotel just opened in Gqeberha, South Africa, creating 250 permanent jobs and breathing fresh life into the city's tourism industry. Despite water and power challenges, investors are betting big on this coastal city's future.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Casino GM Returns Home to Revive Nelson Mandela Bay Icon
SolutionsMar 22

Casino GM Returns Home to Revive Nelson Mandela Bay Icon

After helping launch the Boardwalk Hotel and Casino 25 years ago, Sisulu Madondo is back as general manager with a mission to modernize the beloved venue. Despite power outages and economic pressures, he's bringing global expertise and hometown heart to keep Gqeberha's premier destination thriving.

Daily Maverick2 min read
South African Shelter Seeks 'Account Adopters' to Stay Open
Acts of KindnessMar 8

South African Shelter Seeks 'Account Adopters' to Stay Open

A domestic violence shelter in South Africa that's saved lives for 36 years needs businesses to adopt its monthly bills to keep helping women and children escape abuse. The innovative funding model asks donors to cover specific costs like electricity or water rather than one-time donations.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Pit Bull Bruno Takes Bullet, Saves Family in South Africa
Community HeroesFeb 16

Pit Bull Bruno Takes Bullet, Saves Family in South Africa

An 8-year-old pit bull named Bruno stepped into the line of fire to protect his family in Gqeberha, South Africa. After weeks of recovery, the brave dog was reunited with his grateful family in an emotional homecoming. #

Google: reunion family2 min read
How Gqeberha Reclaimed Its Historic Heart From Decay
SolutionsFeb 15

How Gqeberha Reclaimed Its Historic Heart From Decay

South Africa's Gqeberha was watching its historic downtown crumble into crime and decay. Now, a citizen-led revival is bringing safety, students, and new life back to the city's oldest streets.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Girl's Recovery Sparks Road Safety Push in Gqeberha
SolutionsFeb 2

Girl's Recovery Sparks Road Safety Push in Gqeberha

Ten-year-old Azariah Pietersen is healing after a serious accident last September, and her family's determination is finally moving officials to act on long-needed safety improvements. Their advocacy could protect countless children in this South African neighborhood.

Daily Maverick2 min read