The African National Congress (ANC) in the Eastern Cape says it is fully prepared to proceed with its 10th Provincial Conference, dismissing the need for any postponement. This follows a special meeting of the Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) held on March 16, where members assessed the state of readiness ahead of the conference, set to…
Land Reform Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has stressed the importance of properly managing land ownership documents to ensure that agricultural land reform benefits communities and contributes to economic growth. Nyhontso was speaking at the Agricultural Land Reform Symposium hosted by the Harry Gwala District Municipality on 9 March 2026 at Sani Pass Resort, under the Dr…
A group of determined farmers behind the Goxe Agri-Tourism Project are working hard to turn land reform into real economic opportunity by producing crops, raising livestock and supplying food to their community. The farm, which spans approximately 640 hectares, was acquired through the government’s land reform programme. According to members of the cooperative, the initiative…
Today, Alfred Nzo District Municipality, in partnership with the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), is hosting a dialogue with entrepreneurs from various parts of the District. The District Entrepreneurial Dialogue is convened as a pre-investment and enterprise development intervention, aimed at strengthening coordination, unlocking support, and building a pipeline of locally grounded businesses. The…
Political parties across South Africa have expressed deep sadness following the passing of Congress of the People (COPE) founding leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota, remembering him as a committed freedom fighter and a principled leader who dedicated his life to serving the country. Lekota, a veteran of the anti-apartheid struggle and former defence minister, passed away…
“The ANC cannot support any acts of violence or the destruction of property.” The African National Congress (ANC) in Kokstad has distanced itself from on-going community unrest linked to the search for a missing 7 years old child Lathitha Mtolo after several houses were burned in acts of vigilante violence. Earlier this week, ANC members…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Eastern Cape has set its sights firmly on the 2026 local government elections, pledging to prioritise service delivery, economic growth and safer communities across municipalities. Speaking at the party’s provincial congress in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Provincial Leader Andrew Whitfield said the upcoming local polls will be the most important…
“The municipality bought two trucks for about R2.3 million. Since they arrived, they have never worked. They are not branded and they are not even registered.” The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Matatiele Local Municipality has raised serious concerns over the alleged purchase of two trucks worth approximately R2.3 million that have reportedly never been…
“Yes, vendors will be allowed to participate during this event. This forms part of our local economic development.” The Greater Kokstad Local Municipality has officially launched a first-of-its-kind sporting initiative aimed at promoting social cohesion, tourism attraction, and local economic development. The MM’s Fun Run and Walk is expected to be on the 28 of…
“Swift actions are going to be taken where required.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Kokstad Sub-region has demanded urgent action from the leadership of the Greater Kokstad Municipality (GKM), citing allegations of corruption and on-going service delivery failures. EFF sub-regional chairperson Zukisani Tshangase said party members marched to the GKM offices on 26 February 2026…
