Industrial News
Industrial Growth and Automotive Investments Accelerate in Kariega
Recent industrial investments and automotive sector expansions in Uitenhage, also known as Kariega, are drivin…
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Business
Uitenhage Small Businesses Share in Local Industrial Supply Growth
Small business suppliers in Uitenhage report a surge in collaborative opportunities and localized supply chain…
Business
Manufacturing Expansion Fuels Economic Growth in Uitenhage
Recent manufacturing expansion and business activity are driving economic growth and industrial job creation i…
Local News
CBD Infrastructure Failures Threaten Uitenhage Small Businesses
Local business owners in Uitenhage's central business district report severe commercial setbacks due to deteri…
Local News
Kariega Fights for Jobs and Cleaner Environment
Kariega, historically known as Uitenhage, is a key industrial hub in the Eastern Cape, home to the Volkswagen …
Local News
Kariega Forges New Economic Path Beyond Automotive Sector
Kariega is strategically diversifying its economy beyond its traditional automotive manufacturing base. The Ne…
Local News
Kariega Community Fights for Jobs and Green Future Amidst Industrial Shifts
Kariega residents are actively advocating for job creation, improved infrastructure, and environmental protect…
Business
Uitenhage Manufacturers Adapt to Global Supply Chain Disruptions
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector faces significant challenges due to global supply chain disruptions, impactin…
Local News
Uitenhage Industrial Boom: New Factories Create Hundreds of Jobs
Uitenhage's industrial sector is experiencing significant growth with new factory investments, creating hundre…
Local News
Uitenhage Retail Park to Bring 100+ Jobs, Boost Local Economy
A brand-new shopping centre, the Uitenhage Retail Park, is set to begin construction, promising national retai…
Local News
Uitenhage Businesses Embrace Digital Transformation and Community Support
Independent businesses in Uitenhage are adopting digital strategies and fostering community collaboration to o…
Local News
Kariega Factories Face Job Losses Amidst Economic Strain
Kariega, historically known as Uitenhage, is grappling with significant economic challenges as its manufacturi…
Local News
Kariega VW Plant Reaches One Millionth Polo Milestone Amid Job Security Fears
Volkswagen Group Africa's Kariega plant has produced its one-millionth Polo, a significant manufacturing achie…
Local News
Uitenhage Manufacturing Jobs Face Uncertainty Amidst Economic Headwinds
Uitenhage faces economic challenges with job losses in its manufacturing sector, particularly impacting famili…
Local News
Uitenhage Tariffs Soar: Public Hearings Critical for Community Input
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has proposed significant tariff increases for Uitenhage, including a 15% j…
Local News
Uitenhage Factories Drive Job Growth, Economic Stability in Eastern Cape
Uitenhage's industrial sector is a vital source of employment and economic stability for the region, providing…
Local News
Uitenhage Manufacturing Sector Creates New Jobs, Fuels Economic Growth
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector is showing significant potential for economic growth and job creation, offeri…
Local News
Uitenhage Factories Adopt New Waste Management Rules from July 1
Uitenhage businesses are adapting to new national environmental regulations for industrial waste management, e…
Business
Uitenhage Automotive Sector Gears Up for EU Digital Product Passport Compliance
Uitenhage exporters and businesses face new EU compliance requirements. Africa's first Digital Product Passpor…
Local News
Uitenhage Economic Boom: Hundreds of New Jobs Created in 2026
Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, is experiencing a significant economic boom in 2026, driven by expanding local busine…
Local News
Uitenhage Manufacturing Sector Booms, Creating New Local Jobs
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector is experiencing significant expansion, driving local economic development and…
Local News
New Manufacturing Plant Brings 150 Jobs, Skills to Uitenhage
A new manufacturing initiative in Uitenhage is set to create 150 jobs and introduce specialised industrial com…
Local News
Uitenhage Zoning Overhaul: Public Comment Open Until April 25, 2026
Uitenhage Municipality's proposed zoning regulations, open for public comment until April 25, 2026, aim to str…
Local News
Uitenhage Businesses Battle Load Shedding's Economic Impact
Persistent power outages are severely impacting Uitenhage's businesses, leading to significant economic losses…
Local News
Uitenhage Manufacturing Boom Creates New Jobs, Boosts Economy
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector is undergoing significant expansion, creating new employment opportunities an…
Sport
Uitenhage Rugby Club Secures Crucial Sponsorship for Upcoming Season
Uitenhage Rugby Club has announced a significant new sponsorship deal with a local manufacturing firm, providi…
Local News
Uitenhage Manufacturing Sector Poised for Significant Job Growth
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector is on the brink of significant expansion, with new investments and job creati…
Business
New Small Business Incubator Launched in Uitenhage Town Centre
A new small business incubator, 'Uitenhage Uplift', has opened its doors in the town centre, offering support …
Environment
Concern Grows Over Illegal Dumping in Groendal Nature Reserve Buffer Zone
Environmentalists and local residents are raising alarms over the increasing problem of illegal dumping in the…
Community
Uitenhage Youth Centre Launches After-School Tutoring Programme
The Uitenhage Youth Centre has initiated a new after-school tutoring programme aimed at providing academic sup…
Local News
Uitenhage Businesses Show Resilience, Drive Local Economic Growth
Uitenhage businesses are demonstrating significant resilience and innovation, adapting to current economic cha…
Business
Local Butchery Expands, Creates New Jobs in Uitenhage
Butchery Delights, a popular local meat supplier in Uitenhage, has announced a significant expansion of its pr…
Sport
Uitenhage Netball Team Secures Provincial Championship Title
The Uitenhage Queens netball team has brought immense pride to the town by clinching the Eastern Cape Provinci…
Community
Local Artist Unveils Vibrant Mural Celebrating Uitenhage's Heritage
Uitenhage artist, Thando Mkhize, has completed a stunning new mural in the town square, depicting key aspects …
Local Government
Uitenhage Municipality Addresses Water Supply Challenges in KwaNobuhle
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has outlined its plans to tackle persistent water supply issues affecting …
Business
New Local Bakery Brings Fresh Flavours to Uitenhage Town Centre
A new artisanal bakery, 'The Daily Crumb', has opened its doors in Uitenhage, promising fresh bread, pastries,…
Community
Uitenhage Youth Tackle Litter with Successful River Clean-Up Initiative
A group of dedicated young volunteers from Uitenhage successfully organised a clean-up operation along the ban…
Environment
Concern Rises Over Illegal Dumping in Uitenhage's Rural Outskirts
Residents in the rural areas surrounding Uitenhage are expressing growing concern over an increase in illegal …
Sport
Uitenhage Rugby Club Secures Thrilling Victory in Local Derby
Uitenhage Rugby Club emerged victorious in a nail-biting local derby against Despatch RFC, thrilling a packed …
Local Government
New Waste Management Plan Sparks Debate in Uitenhage Council
Uitenhage's municipal council is currently deliberating a new waste management strategy aimed at improving ser…
Local News
Uitenhage Sees Manufacturing Growth, Anticipates New Job Opportunities
Uitenhage's manufacturing sector is showing signs of significant growth, with local economic analysts predicti…