Nakita De Souza-Plaatjies had the pleasure of attending the Sleeping Beauty Reimagined Gala Event, hosted by the Toynbee Dance Academy, and she was truly captivated by the evening’s magic.  Set in the historic Tramways Building in Gqeberha, the event promised a preview of the academy’s upcoming ballet production and an inspiring look into their mission…

October marks Dyslexia Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking down the myths and misconceptions surrounding this common learning difference. Dyslexia affects about 10-15% of the global population, yet myths about it persist, often leading to stigma, misunderstanding, and a lack of adequate support. Let’s set the record straight and highlight the local resources available…

We live in a world of instant everything – instant messages, instant meals and in fact, just about anything on demand. We’ve grown accustomed to living life in fast-forward but when it comes to holidays, shouldn’t we be hitting the brakes instead of the accelerator? Enter the concept of slow travel – a mindful approach…

On a night filled with celebration and recognition, golfer JP van der Watt and karateka Luchay Weideman were named Mandela University’s Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year at the prestigious Madibaz Sport Awards. Both athletes have racked up a series of impressive achievements, making their mark both nationally and internationally. Luchay Weideman’s Karate and Rugby…

Following the success of the July beach clean-up, local businesses are once again calling on Gqeberha residents to join forces and help keep our beaches clean. The Boardwalk, Pick n Pay, and Boardwalk Mall are organising another public beach clean-up at Hobie Beach on Saturday, 19 October from 9 am to 11 am. In the…

With so many new anime starting and so many coming to an end, 041ANIMATION columnist Faziela Harris-David shares some of the top news in the world of anime for the month of October. For all you South African weebs, Ster-Kinekor is yet again doing the most and bringing another anime film to a big screen…

Calling all soon-to-be brides, grooms, and wedding enthusiasts! The Nyosi Weddings Expo 2024 is almost here, and it promises to be the ultimate celebration of love, creativity, and inspiration. Whether you’re newly engaged and excited to start planning, or you’re simply searching for those final, perfect details, this event will be your one-stop destination for…

With the fast pace of life, sometimes all you need is a break—without the hassle of long flights and endless travel planning. Recently, we packed up, booked a weekend at Manor 38, and took our son along for a staycation right here in Nelson Mandela Bay. Here’s why you should consider doing the same: 1.…

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is making strides in turning around the Korsten central business district through a new recycling project aimed at stopping illegal dumping and improving waste management. The project encourages local business owners to manage their waste properly instead of dumping it illegally. A team of 13 workers, employed through the…

Born out of the loss of her own baby, a Gqeberha mother has embarked on a project which aims to bring hope to other mothers dealing with the grief of infant loss, 041Baby columnist Odette Parfitt chatted to her. The Heart of Hope project was recently started by Christelle du Toit, partnering with her mother…