Daily Dispatch

13/08/2025

13/08/2025

Come follow the grumpy ogre Shrek (played by Eoin Mac Kriel) and the lovable donkey (Othandwayo Maqula) as they rescue the intrepid Princess Fiona (Charissa Mac Kriel and Inathi Tofa) from the eager Lord Faarquaad (Avuzwa Cekiso) during Shrek The Musical produced by Merrifield Preparatory School and College. The show is directed by Marc Williams by arrangement with DALRO and runs from 14-16 August at the Guild Theatre. Pictures: ALAN EASON

13/08/2025

Lace up your shoes and join us for the Daily Dispatch 2025 Fun Run and Walk on 28 September 2025 at Orient Pools, Quigney, East London.

13/08/2025

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13/08/2025

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13/08/2025

Good morning, The Dawnie!

Join Nick Pike for the day's temps and tides, as well as tips on fishing, surfing, swimming, and Eastern Cape coastal living.

13/08/2025

In the Daily Dispatch today:

- BCM’s wastewater collapse chokes development, threatens health

- Eight Ghost Town neighbourhood watch members bust for murder

- Man jailed for stealing car later used in Fort Hare murders

- Caring teen promoting reusable sanitary pads made from pineapple leaves

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13/08/2025

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13/08/2025

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SHREK - THE MUSICAL: 14 - 16 AUGUST at the GUILD THEATRE.
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