Automotive parks for micro-franchises way of future says AIDCGrant Minnie, Supply Chain Development Senior Project Manager of the AIDC, who completed unique research into the informal automotive sector, maintains that cities would promote new business opportunities by implementing such a business zone, mainly for the aftermarket, and build a bridge between the formal and informal sectors of the economy.. Read More...
 
New season for PE metroZanoxolo Wayile appointed Mayor of Nelson Mandela Metro . Read More...
 
Nelson Mandela Bay’s one of world'’s most intelligent communitiesThe Eastern Cape's Nelson Mandela Bay municipality has made it onto the 2009 list of the world’s 21 most intelligent communities. The list is issued annually by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) on the basis of a community's capacity in and innovative use of broadband.. Read More...
 
Bay accommodation nears 2010 deadlineTime is running out for graded accommodation establishments in Nelson Mandela Bay as the deadline to sign up for 2010 World Cup Matchville status approaches.. Read More...
 
Coega notches up investments of R30-billionOver the last decade, the Coega industrial development zone (IDZ) has brought in scheduled investments totalling nearly R30-billion. Coega Development Corporation (CDC) marketing and communications manager Senzeni Ndebele said that many more companies are set to be operational in the IDZ in the next five years, with investors creating about 20000 jobs each year. . Read More...
 
City’s auto, manufacturing sectors shaping city’s successThe Nelson Mandela Bay economy contributes roughly 40% of the Eastern Cape’s GDP, thanks largely to the automotive and manufacturing sectors in Port Elizabeth. According to big business, the city and Coega Development Corporation are playing their part in ensuring a smooth ride for industry. . Read More...
 
Absa announces first contact centre at CoegaOne of South Africa’s biggest banks officially opened a contact centre at the Coega Industrial Development Zone today (Monday 4 August), creating 94 new jobs for people in economically depressed areas located close to the site.. Read More...
 
Uitenhage-Despatch agri project bears fruitPoverty alleviation project, supplying major retailers, also has backing of VWSA, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the province’s agricultural project. A R15-million Uitenhage-Despatch development initiative (UDDI) investment in a massive agricultural project is already yielding fruit, creating hundreds of jobs for previously unemployed people. . Read More...
 
Blue sky prospects for Somerset EastSomerset East is set to get the province’s next private pilot training academy, once the town’s landmark 1,5 km runway is completed. . Read More...
 
Blue sky prospects for Somerset EastSomerset East is set to get the province’s next private pilot training academy, once the town’s landmark 1,5 km runway is completed. The town, about 180 kilometres from the metropolitan hub of Port Elizabeth (Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole), was granted the funding for the runway through the Special Municipal Infrastructure Grant (SMIF) on the advice of Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) regional head Ken Bern, which is involved in several projects in and around the town. . Read More...
 
Rail links for Grahamstown, Alicedale, Port AlfredAn agreement with Transnet could mean a boost for tourism for the area.. Read More...
 
R448m high-density homes plan for BayABOUT 5 000 high-density homes are to be built for Nelson Mandela Bay in the first three financial years of a five-year municipal programme.. Read More...
 
R448m high-density homes plan for BayABOUT 5 000 high-density homes are to be built for Nelson Mandela Bay in the first three financial years of a five-year municipal programme.. Read More...
 
R131m boost for Bay transportTHE Nelson Mandela Bay municipality will receive R131,2-million from the national treasury in the coming financial year (2007/2008) for 2010 Soccer World Cup transport-related infrastructure.. Read More...
 
R131m boost for Bay transportTHE Nelson Mandela Bay municipality will receive R131,2-million from the national treasury in the coming financial year (2007/2008) for 2010 Soccer World Cup transport-related infrastructure.. Read More...
 
EC IDZs LEAD FLLOD OF CAPITAL PROJECTSA FLOOD of funds for capital infrastructure development will flow into the Eastern Cape in the next financial year.. Read More...
 
Municipality acts to hold on to scarce skillsIN an effort to retain the “scarce and critical skills” which are leaving the institution in droves, the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality has formulated a skills retention policy.. Read More...
 
Major Investment for Coega.COEGA Development Corporation chief executive officer Pepi Silinga looked like a proud father whose first son had just been born.. Read More...
 
Local building industry experiences major boomIncreasing demand for townhouses contributes to the rapid property developments in the province. Read More...
 
City covers all bases for WC planningCity ropes in major sectors to fast-track WC2010 preparations, constructions of R1.1-bil stadium underway. Read More...
 
Local skills program targets disadvantaged pupilsMunicipality paves the way to expose pupils to engineering and ICT, and gets buy-in from local business and university. Read More...
 
Hub to open its doors to ICT entrepreneursR9-m government funding and appointment of chief executive sets hub developments in motion. Read More...
 
Municipality donates R500 000 to service excellence campaignOver 1 000 employees from 22 companies have been accredited, setting the trend to improve service in the city. Read More...
 
Local skills program targets disadvantaged pupilsMunicipality paves the way to expose pupils to engineering and ICT, and gets buy-in from local business and university. Read More...
 
Municipality donates R500 000 to service excellence campaignOver 1 000 employees from 22 companies have been accredited, setting the trend to improve service in the city. Read More...
 
Hub to open its doors to ICT entrepreneursR9-m government funding and appointment of chief executive sets hub developments in motion. Read More...
 
Red Location Museum, a world class attractionNew Brighton museum receives third international award. Read More...
 
NMB, Emirates negotiate property development dealPartnership to have positive spin-offs for tourism and skills development. Read More...
 
PE to reap economic benefits during World Cup 2010WC2010 promises positive spin-offs for host city’s mainstream business and SMMEs. Read More...
 
ICT strategy for NMB geared to uplift metropole’s economy and developmentInnovation hub central focus of ICT summit with major players from the NMB ICT sector to lead strategy implementation. Read More...
 
ICT strategy for NMB geared to uplift metropole’s economy and developmentInnovation hub central focus of ICT summit with major players from the NMB ICT sector to lead strategy implementation. Read More...
 
Agricultural cluster for the Emmanuel HavenECDC helps create a revenue stream for a PE-based HIV/Aids initiative. Read More...
 
Logistics Park's R113-million phase underwayIt’s the second phase of the park and incorporates the development of an additional mini factory and infrastructure. Read More...
 
NMMU’s looking to relocate health sciencesUniversity is to investigate the feasibility of re-locating its health sciences faculty to Vista. Read More...
 
R760 million super stadium planned for Nelson Mandela BayBut the project isn't in competition with the municipality’s stadium. Read More...
 
R1m wellness centre for the Eastern CapeAspen says that it remains committed to investing and expanding in the province. Read More...
 
Land key to NMBA’s development plansAgency CEO says a lot of prime land in the agency’s mandate area needs to be unlocked. Read More...
 
Business rallies together to improve service in the cityCity wants to known for superior service levels when the Soccer World Cup hits town. Read More...
 
PO to build R65m new head office in NMBNew office could be located in the New Brighton and Algoa Park area.. Read More...
 
Pollok Beach is Faku’s choice for the city’s conference centreThe other site suggestion, made by the consultants, is Kings Beach. Read More...
 
Mandela Bay could be opening ceremony hostCommittee chairman is effusive in his praise of the municipality for the work it had put into preparing for 2010 . Read More...
 
R45m for NM’s logistics park plantGlobal shipping group Mediterranean Shipping Company is to establish its second container yard facility in NM's ASP. Read More...
 
PE’s cultural project to generate 1 000 jobsCreation of new tourism district to create impetus for job market. Read More...
 
R30 million jumpstart for local engineersTHE COEGA DEVELOPMENT Corporation (CDC) is confirming its role as a major business and job creator in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
Mandela Bay metro launches development agencyTHE NELSON Mandela Municipality has launched the Mandela Bay Development Agency as a tool to redevelop the city centre, main beach-front and harbour of Port Elizabeth.. Read More...
 
Nelson Mandela Metro puts resources behind two tourism developmentsTHE NELSON Mandela Metro is giving practical support to two ambitious tourism developments.. Read More...