Surf Editorial
A Fresh Start for The Travel Collective – A St Francis Bay Travel Company
A Fresh Start for The Travel Collective The Travel Collective has officially relaunched in St Francis Bay, bringing a renewed focus on smart, well-priced travel that suits how locals actually want to travel. The relaunch reflects a refined brand direction, a clearer...
Kouga Council approves 11-month amnesty on building plan penalties
KOUGA – Kouga Local Municipality has approved an 11-month amnesty on penalties for the submission of building plans for historic unauthorised building work. The amnesty will run from 1 February 2026 to 15 December 2026, providing property owners an opportunity to...
Harmony Community Band represents Kouga at the Cape Minstrel Carnival
HUMANSDORP - Music has a remarkable way of bringing people together- and few do it as powerfully as the Harmony Community Band in Humansdorp. More than just a group of musicians, the band has become a beacon of unity, discipline and belonging for young people, proving...
Van Stadens – Photo Of The Day
Van Stadens - Photo Of The Day from a fresh angle
Royal St Andrews Rip Curl Cup Set to Decide WSL Africa Pro Surfing Season at Port Alfred Easter Festival
Slayde Shooter © Louis Wulff Professional Surfing Returns to the Eastern Cape Coastline World Surf League Africa has confirmed that the Royal St Andrews Rip Curl Cup will serve as the final stop of the 2025/2026 Africa Qualifying Series, bringing the season to a close...
Best Surf Of My Life (Video) – by Jordy Smith
Best Surf Of My Life (Video) by Jordy Smith is a reminder of what happens when world-class talent, the right wave, and complete freedom line up perfectly. Shot in pristine conditions, the clip captures Smith at full throttle, blending raw power with effortless flow as...
A Community Call to Honour Our Firefighters – Hosted by The Quays Restaurant and Kouga Municipality
In the aftermath of the recent fires that threatened our area, one truth stands out clearly. When our community needed protection most, our firefighters and fire station volunteers answered the call with courage, discipline and unwavering commitment. They worked long...
Why Mauritius Just Works for South Africans as a Holiday Destination
Mauritius has a way of feeling like the obvious choice, and for South Africans, that is because it usually is. It delivers the kind of holiday people want without demanding too much effort along the way. First, the ease. Mauritius is close enough to feel manageable,...
Snow Dinosaur – Photo Of The Day by Clive Wright Photography
An amazing image of a Snow Dinosaur Photo by Clive Wright Photography on Facebook
Why there is more seaweed on our beaches – Kouga Local Municipality
Many residents may have noticed increased amounts of seaweed, also known as algal vegetation, washing up on some beaches in the Kouga area. While it can sometimes look unusual or untidy, this is a completely natural part of how our coastline works. Seaweed and other...
Kouga Parks and Amenities keep the festive season running smoothly (Video)
KOUGADespite a significant influx of holidaymakers over the 2025/2026 festive season, Kouga Local Municipality’s Parks and Amenities section successfully delivered uninterrupted services across beaches, parks and public facilities. As one of the Eastern Cape’s most...
The St Francis Shipwreck Museum in St Francis Bay Is A Good Place To Visit
A new chapter in South Africa’s coastal heritage was officially opened on Monday, 15 December 2025, with the launch of the St Francis Shipwreck Museum in St Francis Bay. The museum celebrates the region’s rich maritime history and brings to life the dramatic shipwreck...
Lone Surfer Walking – Photo of the Day
Dam Levels Fall Under Halfway Mark as Water Use Comes Under Spotlight
Low rainfall over recent months, combined with heavy consumption and ongoing leakage in the supply network, is accelerating the decline in available water reserves. Water reserves across the main supply system serving the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the Kouga...
Premier Surfing Headlines the 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 19 January 2026 w Port Alfred - The 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival will once again bring a diverse mix of sport, music, culture and community events to the Eastern Cape coastline, with competitive surfing taking centre stage as...
Husband and wife dominate the iconic 2025 Sporty Anderson Ski Race
The Sporty Anderson Ski Race was held at the end of 2025 and was a massive success. Supported by PW Harvey and a constant in St Francis Bay for over 30 years, the Sporty Anderson eentt always gets a lot of attention in St Francis Bay. Last Year's event here
St Francis Shipwreck Museum Update
The latest tourism attraction in our area, the St Francis Shipwreck Museum, was officially opened on 15 December and opened to the public from 17 December. What a month it has been, with 301 visitors during December. The busiest day was the 27th, with some 44...
FOSTER UPDATE: FOSTER thanks locals and visitors for a good season – and a reminder regarding membership fees
It is a pleasure to report that we enjoyed a largely incident-free holiday season, with the exception of a few individuals riding scramblers through some of the reserves. Our camera traps recorded high levels of pedestrian and dog traffic, and we are pleased to note...
Planning Retirement Properly: Turning Wealth Into a Life Well Lived – The Human Side Of Money presented by Client Care
For most of our working lives, we are conditioned to save. Save consistently. Save diligently. Save just in case. And while this habit is essential, it can quietly become a trap if it’s never revisited. Retirement is not simply a financial event. It’s a life...
Kouga Fires – A Video Lookback from the Kouga Municipality
Kouga Fires - A Video Lookback with soundtrack from when flames threatened lives, homes, and the natural environment, our firefighters responded without hesitation. This video of the Kouga fires, put together by one of our own firefighters Allister Brown, provides a...
