041Online There’s a fresh energy buzzing through Gqeberha and it’s coming straight from the projector. Local production company Pure Hot and Talented (PHAT PTY LTD) is tapping into the city’s growing love for homegrown film with Kasi Bioscope, an initiative that’s more than just movie nights. It’s a movement built around bringing stories back to…

By ZAHEERAH SMITH 041Online presents Tourism Tuesdays, your weekly peek into Nelson Mandela Bay’s must-visit spots and hidden gems, brought to you in collaboration with Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism. This week, we rediscovered a little magic and our inner child at Imagine That Selfie Museum in Baywest Mall, a vibrant, joy-filled space where creativity, colour,…

Gqeberha’s Savoy Theatre is no stranger to bold, heartfelt performances and this month, it’s all about laughs with the return of PEAAT (Performing Arts Education and Theatre) to the stage. Their Afrikaans comedy Ma skryf Matriek is running from 15 to 19 July, and promises the kind of clever storytelling and character-driven humour that keeps…

VERONICA CHARLES Looking to see a different side of Gqeberha? Mosaic Tourism offers immersive, locally rooted experiences that connect you to the heart of Nelson Mandela Bay. From forgotten village stories to penguin conservation and lighthouse views, this isn’t just a tour, it’s a guided walk through time, nature, and memory. Here’s what happened when…

Get ready to ride the wave of one of the coolest winter festivals on the coast. The Plett Ocean Festival is back from 4–13 July 2025, bringing 10 days of wave-crashing action, marine conservation, and salty-haired good vibes to the shores of Plettenberg Bay.

The global phenomenon that’s lit up cities from Paris to Tokyo is finally making its Eastern Cape debut – and it’s bringing thousands of candles with it.

Gqeberha’s creative scene is getting a serious shake-up, with a side of sparkle. The Big Things Brunch, hailed as “the city’s most candid, curated, and champagne-fuelled strategy session,” returns to Lemon Tree Restaurant in Walmer this July. But make no mistake—this isn’t just another networking event with hashtags and half-hearted canapés. Hosted by international business…

MVUME NDIMBA This Tourism Tuesday, we’re taking you off the beaten track – way off – to a small town with big cats, unexpected energy, and some of the most graceful predators in the Eastern Cape.

From tribute shows to trail runs, tea by the ocean to Springbok rugby – July in the 041 is packed with activities for every mood and moment. Here’s your curated guide to what’s on this month: