On image, from left: Christopher Dickie from ORT SA, Feronicia Terblanche, Thalente Bekwa, Yanga Xotyeni and Owona Madlingozi from AEDF. The New Venture Creation program by ORT SA, in partnership with the Astron Energy Development Fund, was successfully launched in Nelson Mandela Bay three months ago. The program’s first cohort of 22 entrepreneurs completed intensive training designed to prepare them for the Perfect Pitch Business Plan Competition, where a total of R20,000 i

On image: Lucky Ngamlana from Missionvale Care Centre. The Missionvale Care Centre (MCC) held a heartfelt and inspiring event at the Boardwalk ICC in Gqeberha this past Thursday evening, officially launching the FIG Tree Legacy Fund. The launch marks a new chapter for the centre, aimed at keeping the work and dreams of Sister Ethel Normoyle alive in the community she served so faithfully.   The gathering brought together a mix of Missionvale’s long-standing partners, stakeho

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape - The stage is set for Jokes, Laughter and all the fun as the first-ever GQ Comedy Festival lights up the city on 18-19 December 2025 at the vibrant Roof Garden Bar located at 33 Winston Ntshona St, Gqeberha Central. Hosted by GQ Comedy, this groundbreaking two-day festival will feature some of South Africa’s finest comedic talent, including household names Ndumiso Lindi, Robby Collins, Nina Hastie, Ntosh Madlingozi, Emilio Tobias, Virgil Prins, Jaryd

On image, left to right: Thuba Myeki and Robby Collins, hosts of the 7 IN TEN COMEDY SHOW. Get ready for a laughter-packed weekend as the Friendly City Comedy Crew presents its 7 in 10 Comedy Show . Seven comedians will take to the stage over two consecutive nights, each with ten minutes to deliver endless laughs. Catch the shows on 31 October and 1 November at The Athenaeum in Central, starting at 7:30 p.m. both nights. Each evening features a fresh host and a new lineup of

On image: BNI Success PE, President John Rankin. Twenty years ago, one of the BNI chapters was established in Nelson Mandela Bay and this weekend, members came together to celebrate this remarkable milestone alongside their fellow chapter members. BNI Success PE, led by President John Rankin, now boasts over 30 members who see each other not just as business partners, but as family.   President John Rankin shared that the evening was about celebrating “20 incredible years of

On image : Entrepreneurs listen to a panel discussion during the Township SME Exhibition at Nelson Mandela University’s Missionvale Campus, where they also showcased their businesses to promote township enterprise growth and inclusion. As South Africa continues to navigate economic headwinds, the growing township economy presents a powerful and often overlooked opportunity for inclusive growth and job creation. Recognising this, Standard Bank, in partnership with the Nelson M

Artwork by : GFI Art Gallery. It was one of those windy mornings in the city of Gqeberha, where the trees seemed to hum their own melodies, and the GFI Art Gallery came alive with colour, emotion, and interpretation. A group of talented artists gathered to showcase their work under the theme “SCAPE”, each offering a deeply personal visual translation of what the theme meant to them.   Led by the Gallery Manager Anna Stewart, the informal walkabout was far more than a gallery

Images by : Betway SA 20 Friday, 10 October 2025  - South African cricket fans, the wait is over! Tickets for Season 4 of the Betway SA20 League officially go on sale today, giving supporters the chance to grab the best seats for South Africa’s biggest summer spectacle. This much-anticipated fourth season is set to take place during a brand-new festive window from 26 December 2025 to 25 January 2026, perfectly timed for the holiday period. Whether you’re travelling or enjoyin

On image: Some of the beadwork pieces at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum in Gqeberha. The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art...

On image: Sr. S. Ntleko, from Loving Hands Private Clinic. Parenthood rarely comes with a manual. On Saturday, Loving Hands Private Clinic opened its doors to Gqeberha families for the very first Mommy & Daddy Conversations, a space created to remind parents that they don’t walk the journey alone. The clinic transformed into a hub of dialogue, laughter, and honesty as mothers, fathers, and healthcare professionals came together to share experiences often left unspoken. The at

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Gqeberha, South Africa – 27 September 2025  – Loving Hands Private Clinic proudly announces its first-ever signature gathering, “Mommy &...

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Monday, 1 September 2025, The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will once again set the stage for Africa’s...

On image, from left: Natasha Carmody, Wendy Knott Craig and Melissa Leigh Palmer. Most times, we forget that behind every great platform are visionary minds who decide to shape the way forward. At The Konvenient Magazine, we make it our mission to ensure that these individuals are seen, heard, and celebrated. By creating a space where they can share their experiences, we not only inspire others but also honour their role in building stronger communities.

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Images by : Motsepe Advertising The NAACAM Show 2025, held in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, was nothing short of a triumph. Over two days, industry leaders, innovators, and trade visitors gathered for insightful discussions on strengthening South Africa’s automotive sector, even as global markets face challenges such as rising tariffs from the United States.