Gqeberha moves in South Africa’s public life as the political and economic hub of the eastern Cape, shaping policy and local governance.
Australia’s first-innings lead was overturned as South Africa’s bowlers, led by Wiaan Mulder and Kagiso Rabada, pinned Australia down on the fifth day. Scott Boland’s counterattack steadied the chase before South Africa’s bowlers sealed a 214-run victory in Durban, aided by Hazlewood’s late bursts.
Tanzania has 222,057 tonnes of seed cotton in 2025/26 and is pushing to keep more value at home by expanding spinning, weaving and garment manufacturing. The Nyamatara Industrial Zone is under development, with land compensation already paid and infrastructure underway. Government and private sector leaders say investment is needed to unlock domestic processing and create high-value jobs.
Australia’s tour of South Africa faces a critical Test series as Marnus Labuschagne seeks form after a string of modest scores. The squad includes Cooper Connolly, Matthew Kuhnemann and Michael Neser, with Pat Cummins as captain; Bangladesh and South Africa tests loom in October.
South Africa has declared 425-9 in Gqeberha after Bavuma’s 179 and Jansen’s 85, building a 326-run lead. Australia are bowled out for 295 and must chase in Cape Town where the third Test will decide the series.