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When VW sneezes, Nelson Mandela Bay catches a cold

When VW sneezes, Nelson Mandela Bay catches a cold — photograph supplied by Daily Maverick

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When a major manufacturer falters, the impact does not stop at the factory gate. Volkswagen’s 75-year history in Kariega shows what is at stake as Nelson Mandela Bay’s manufacturing base comes under growing pressure.

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Classroom Heroes: National Teaching Awards spotlight the standout educators shaping SA’s future (opens on the publisher’s site)

They visit homes when pupils drop out, run free weekend classes, and teach children how to read for comprehension against all odds. At the 2026 National Teaching Awards, South Africa honoured the teachers, principals, and district leaders whose selfless dedication and innovative methods are…

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