The Matatiele Local Municipality, in partnership with Alfred Nzo Agricultural Incubator, has launched an agricultural incubator training program aimed at empowering local farmers. According to CEO Randolph Meth, the program received over 700 applications, with 30 candidates selected for the first intake. As per the CEO, the selection criteria prioritized geographical location, focusing on residents…
Kruger has no authority to take over the human resource, treasury, marketing, finance, and any other operational functions of Ithala. Umkhonto Wesizwe Party (MKP) in Harry Gwala region welcomes the decision by the Pietermaritzburg High Court; this is after Judge Muzi Ncube ruled that Johannes Kruger has no right to take over the operational and…
Alfred Nzo District Municipality Mayor, Vukile Mhlelembana, has submitted his intention to resign, with his departure set to take effect on 31 December 2025. The African National Congress (ANC) in the region confirmed receiving his resignation letter, but declined to reveal who may replace him, saying the matter remains an internal process. Mhlelembana’s resignation follows…
The EFF accuses SANDF for intentional intimidating them, also questioning their presents and the audacity to carry heavy guns whereas the SAPS didn’t carry any The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Alfred Nzo Region has opened a case of intimidation to the Matatiele Police station ( Case registration on 2025-04-08 at Matatiele Station. ref nr…
“The budget allocated to the Department of Basic Education and Transport Department is minimal, hence we are doing this drive assisting where we can.” The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in Harry Gwala has launched an initiative to support Grade 12 learners who are currently writing their final exams. The organization is donating food…
The Democratic Alliance in Alfred Nzo has expressed outrage over alleged interference by the African National Congress regional leadership in the employment processes at Umzimvubu Local Municipality. According to DA Chief Whip Wonga Potwana, this interference undermines the integrity of Municipal Manager Thobela Nota and disregards merit-based hiring principles. The DA claims the ANC regional…
“The timing of this so-called suspension raises serious concerns.” A power struggle within the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in the Alfred Nzo Region has taken a dramatic turn with the suspension of Regional Secretary Lihle Chalo. The suspension, which was announced on November 11, 2025, has sparked a heated debate within the organization,…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) fight against VAT hike that was set for the 1st of May 2025 has succeeded, this follows after the DA’s application to interdict the VAT increase. Their win comes after the Minister of Finance decision to forgo the increase. According to the DA this development marks a major victory for them,…
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in KwaZulu-Natal is gearing up for its provincial conference, scheduled to take place on Friday, the 7th, at a yet-to-be-confirmed venue. This conference follows the 2022 gathering, which was marred by disorganization. As the province prepares for this significant event, many are eager to participate and make their…
Esayidi TVET Collage Kokstad campus students are accusing the representative of the Independent Electoral Board (IEB) of failing to follow procedures. The controversy arose after students presented their manifestos for the upcoming SRC election, scheduled for March 13 2025. According to students, IEB rules state that candidates must present their manifestos individually, without mentioning their…
