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Volkswagen marks half a century of the iconic Polo with a spectacular celebration showcasing its evolution from a compact city car to a modern automotive legend. Watch the exclusive Polo Project Drift film highlighting 50 years of innovation, style, and performance.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber launches its Skills Development Desk in partnership with Harambee and the Eastern Cape Development Corporation to address the critical technical skills shortage in the metro's manufacturing sector. This initiative aims to bridge the skills divide and create sustainable employment opportunities for youth in high-demand…

The Business Chamber calls for decisive government action on key economic priorities including GDP growth, infrastructure investment, and municipal debt resolution.

The Chamber responds to NERSA's approval of a 12.7% electricity tariff increase, expressing concern that it will drive inflation and increase business operating costs. While acknowledging progress in electricity stability, the Chamber highlights ongoing municipal infrastructure challenges, including the R90 billion debt municipalities owe to Eskom and issues with vandalism…

With South Africa holding the G20 presidency, Nelson Mandela Bay will host high-profile delegates and media from around the globe. The Bay faces a crucial question: are we camera-ready and set up to capitalize on tourism and economic opportunities? The upcoming NAACAM Show in August will spotlight the metro as…

The Chamber partners with Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator and the Eastern Cape Development Corporation to establish a Skills Development Desk addressing the critical technical skills shortage in the manufacturing sector. This demand-led initiative aims to reduce youth unemployment by matching upskilled talent with job opportunities in fields like engineering, data…

The Bay of Opportunity campaign launched by the Business Chamber in mid-2024 aims to position Nelson Mandela Bay as an investment destination of choice on the African continent. Leveraging the metro's strategic advantages including accessible airport, logistics infrastructure, diverse industrial sectors from auto manufacturing to renewable energy, and rich lifestyle…

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber's 100th anniversary celebrates a revolutionary shift from passive voice to active change-maker, harnessing the power of collaboration and volunteerism. Over three years, the Chamber's volunteer-driven approach has achieved tangible results: sanitation system efficiency increased from 15% to over 80%, renewable energy cluster making significant…