“We call on the South African law-enforcement agencies to take harsh action against the perpetrators.” The uMkhonto weSizwe Party Youth League (MKPYL) under the Umzimkhulu Sub-region is expected to embark on a march in Umzimkhulu on Friday, 25 September 2026, to speak out against the killing and kidnapping of women and children. The march is…
“despite the growing number of reported cases, there has not been enough public acknowledgement or action from law enforcement.” Concern has been raised over the growing number of missing-person cases in Kokstad, with DAWN (Democratic Alliance Women’s Network) Harry Gwala District Chairperson Jo-Ann Jansen calling for greater attention to investigations and follow-ups by the South…
Written by: Sibonelo Tshonga who is a Local Government Professional and an LED Manager at Alfred Nzo Development Agency with over 8 years’ experience in Municipal governance, economic development and institutional performance management. I believe the Eastern Cape province urgently needs a practical and progressive response to the intertwined crises of unemployment, poverty and underdevelopment….
Notyesi is a liar when he says witnesses were not there. “He’s a liar.” The Democratic Alliance in Matatiele is questioning the credibility of Mvuzo Ntyesi, the lawyer representing former mayor Of Matatiele Local Municipality Sonwabile Mngenela in allegations of fraud and corruption brought by the Democratic Alliance Chief Whip Wonga Potwana. According to the…
In a meeting held on 12 September 2025 between African National Congress (ANC) officials and the ANC Caucus of Alfred Nzo District Municipality, the ANC instructed its caucus to “affirm the order of the Bargaining Council in the Council meeting and desist from appealing the outcomes.” This decision pertains to the reinstatement of Zamile Sikhundla…
“The king’s voice will help to pave the way for a safer, healthier future for all children, especially young girls, in our province,” said the DA The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the progressive stance that has been adopted by His Majesty AmaZulu King Misizulu kaZwelithini against the practice of turning young girls into child brides. …
“There is no accountability at all, even if there is evidence of corruption happening within the municipality. There’s nothing happening.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has expressed disappointment with the Greater Kokstad Municipality, following a failed meeting that was promised by the Mayor Lwanda Madikizela. The meeting aimed to discuss key issues, including corruption allegations…
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 reinstatement doesn’t necessarily mean Sikhundla is back on full-term as the council still has processes and reporting requirements regarding the matter,” Zamile Sikhundla, the former Municipal Manager of Alfred Nzo District Municipality, has been reinstated to his position. This decision follows a ruling by the South African Local Government Bargaining Council that ruled in…
Born and raised in Enkantolo under the Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Athayanda Mdanyana and Zikhona Bhantshi have taken the initiative to start their own farming business. They own a 6.2-hectare farm that is fully fenced, where they cultivate a variety of vegetables, including spinach, cabbage, sugar beans, and butternut. After completing farm management courses, Athayanda…
