Municipality cracks down on non-compliant businesses in CBD raid

The Umuziwabantu Local Municipality has intensified efforts to enforce by-laws and regulatory compliance following a joint inspection operation in the central business district (CBD). The multi-departmental raid, conducted along Musgrave and Hawkins streets, brought together several municipal units, including Protection Services, Fire Services, Local Economic Development (LED), Waste and Environmental Services, and Electricity. External stakeholders…

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Suspension of Regional Secretary Sparks Controversy

“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,…

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VILLAGE CAKE WHISPERER 

Sonyoka refused to be the victim of unemployment; instead she rolled up her sleeves and stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity. Meet the cake whisperer from Umtata, a 37-year-old Busisiwe Sonyoka a baker with a sweet passion that’s taking the town by storm. After discovering her love for baking in a 2023 class, she took the…

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ANCYL HAS A RESPONSIBILITY OF MOBILISING YOUNG PEOPLE BEHIND THE BANNER OF THE ANC

“This congress reaffirmed the dedication of young activists to the renewal of our movement and the broader struggle for economic freedom in our lifetime,” The African National Congress in Harry Gwala Region calls upon the newly elected African National Congress Youth League leadership to unite young people of Harry Gwala, and ensuring that their challenges…

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CANNABIS FARMERS REJECTS NEW SEED.

Pondoland Cannabis Belt Association in Alfred Nzo and OR Tambo district accused the Eastern Cape Rural Development, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Medigrow for forcing cultivation hemp in their land. The Mpondoland cannabis growers stand united in firm opposition saying they reject the ongoing attempts to force hemp cultivation. According to the Pondoland Cannabis Belt…

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ANDM LAUNCH DEBT RELIEF

“We urge all qualifying customers to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity.” The Alfred Nzo District Municipality has announced the launch of a comprehensive Debt Relief Scheme aimed at helping residents and businesses regain control of their municipal accounts. According to a statement issued by the ANDM Communications Unit, the initiative is designed to alleviate…

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MK Party to march against allegations of misconduct.

“We respect and uphold the constitutional right of all citizens and organizations to engage in peaceful protest and express their concerns,” Umkhonto weSizwe Party in Harry Gwala region is expected to march to the Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma  Local Municipality (NDZ) to voice out community concerns over service delivery. According to the organiser, the community has…

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DA Leader Praises Former Mayor.

“If the DA was never part of this municipality, we still feel that maybe some of the things would not have happened,” The Democratic Alliance (DA) leader in Matatiele Local Municipality, Wonga Potwana, has commended the former mayor’s work Sonwabile Mngenela, particularly in ensuring service delivery to all wards, this praise comes after the municipality…

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IEC EDUCATE YOUNG CITIZENS ABOUT DEMOCRACY

It is important that government continues to educate the youth so they understand the value of these rights and their role in safeguarding South Africans democracy In a collaborative effort to foster public education and deepen democratic engagement among young South Africans, Government Communication and Information System under its pillar for development communication partnered with…

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