South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) has embarked on the development of a new, long- term strategy which articulates its vision and the necessary strategic and tactical interventions needed to deliver on its objectives. “The more than 22 000km of roads managed by SANRAL are a critical public asset with an estimated net asset value of R251.6 billion” says Skhumbuzo Macozoma, the CEO of SANRAL. “Our aim is to ensure the national road network creates economic value for the entire nation and support the growth of an inclusive economy.” Horizon 2030 is the new long-term strategy that has been approved…
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As soon as a vehicle has been registered in a car owner’s name, that person must ensure he or she has a motor insurance policy in place. Should you leave the showroom without insurance and something happens, you can face a huge financial headache and not be able to enjoy your new ride. This is according to Dawie Loots, CEO of MUA Insurance Acceptances, who states that the insurance risks for a newly purchased vehicle while still at the showroom are similar to those any vehicle faces, including fire, storms, theft and accidental damage. “While a vehicle is in a…
The Warriors will play their first home match of the 2017-2018 season this week when they take on the Cobras in a Sunfoil Series cricket match starting on Thursday 28 September at St George’s Park. A 14 man squad has been selected as follows: Andrew Birch Tladi Bokako Gihahn Cloete Clyde Fortuin Matthew Breetzke Sisanda Magala Eddie Moore Lesiba Ngoepe Anrich Nortje Jerry Nqolo Lutho Sipamla Tabraiz Shamsi Jon-Jon Smuts Yaseen Vallie “Tabraiz is on loan from the Titans as a specialist spin option. In our conditions spin plays a big part in the back end of a game” said…
Albany Club president Marius Wolmarans congratulated Nontobeko Salaze on 41 years’ service last week. Salaze started working at the Albany Club in High Street in 1976 and this year celebrates 41 years service with the business. Salaze still runs the kitchen and is well known among the Club members for her amazing meals and going the extra mile with a smile. A few members and the club committee got together and arranged a special get together to show their recognition of this achievement. Photo: Supplied
Just in time for an extra special World Rhino Day on 22 September, a precious new rhino calf was born in the Eastern Cape, despite very difficult circumstances. The heart-warming event was made extra special, as it was witnessed by the special rhino protection team at Amakhala Game Reserve (AGR), who provide the on-the-ground protection for our rhinos to live and thrive. Every rhino is precious. Just 5 500 critically endangered African Black Rhino are left and only 20 000 Southern White Rhino remain. These few rhinos are under constant threat as poachers backed by professional crime syndicates slaughter a thousand rhinos every…
Staff Reporter In one of their best Hirsch Shield performances since 2001, St Andrew’s College finished second overall in the U19 athletics event, which saw 16 schools taken part from across the Eastern Cape. Moist conditions threatened to dominate proceedings during the morning session, but the weather cleared up nicely and athletes and spectators were treated to some excellent performances in the afternoon. The athletes from St Andrew’s College, across all age groups, competed with determination and a desire to deliver only their very best. The U19 athletes in particular enjoyed a great deal of success on the day. Grey…
The two consecutive halves of good, quality rugby that Southern Kings Head Coach Deon Davids demanded form his team were unfortunately not to be found in their GUINNESSPRO14 championship clash with Italian side Zebre over the weekend. Before a crowd of somewhat larger proportion than the one which had turned out to attend the Leinster clash a week earlier, Zebre were able to get off to flying start in this match that brought them two quick tries and a 12-0 lead within the first six minutes. It was a lead they were never to surrender despite the Kings most earnest…