A major breakthrough for the Eastern Cape’s emerging hemp industry could open the door to new rural jobs, local manufacturing opportunities and a future export market after hemp fibre was successfully processed using existing South African cotton technology.

Whether you’re planning a romantic staycation, hosting out-of-town guests or simply looking for a luxurious weekend escape, Gqeberha has no shortage of beautiful places to stay.

Every year on 25 May, countries across the continent celebrate Africa Day, a moment dedicated to African unity, identity, culture and progress.

By Margo Kuselo Did you know you can still visit Gqeberha’s “closed” Main Public Library? In 2014, the Main Public Library closed down to allow for building maintenance and restoration. Behind the scenes, staff members continued caring for and preserving the collections. Phase one of the maintenance has since been completed, while two additional phases…

As climate pressures, rapid urbanisation and resource constraints reshape how cities are built, a new generation of South African architects is being pushed to think beyond aesthetics. That shift includes talent from Nelson Mandela Bay.  

Dealers from the Eastern Cape have earned national recognition in recent performance awards within MTN South Africa’s dealer network, with businesses in East London, Mthatha and KwaBhaca ranking among the top performers in the country.

JENINE WYNGAARD Owning a pet is a bit like starring in a sitcom. There’s love, chaos, and the occasional “who chewed my charger?” subplot. Luckily, modern pet gadgets have stepped in like clever sidekicks, smoothing out daily routines while keeping tails wagging and whiskers twitching. Here are some of the must-have pet tech items:

  After more than three decades of building a respected name in the accounting and payroll sector, Preferred Solutions Eastern Cape is entering a new chapter.

041Online editor Eleanor Douglas-Meyers will be among the speakers at the Creators Hub Online Summit, returning online on 23 and 24 April 2026 with a lineup focused on the realities of content creation today.

Gqeberha’s hospitality scene is evolving fast, and 041Online’s Lelethu Zondani was there for the official launch of The Capital Boardwalk, a new aparthotel development set to bring fresh energy to the city’s tourism and lifestyle offering.