The Matatiele Local Municipality, in partnership with the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, has taken a significant step towards reducing unemployment by empowering Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) beneficiaries with practical skills. A recent three-day training session, held at the Maggie Tsiu-Resha Building, equipped participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start small…
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…
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 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…
In a show of unity and commitment to taking the ANC back to the people, the ANC Kokstad Sub-regional Task Team (SRTT) hosted a soccer and netball tournament on December 13, 2025. The event was held at Bhogweni Stadium for football and Shayamoya High School for netball, under the theme “Taking the ANC back to…
“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…
The official handover of the long-awaited Tebe-Tebe bridge over the Umzimvubu River has triggered a political row, with both the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the African National Congress (ANC) Alfred Nzo Region claiming major roles in the project’s completion. The bridge, delivered under the government’s Welisizwe Rural Bridges Programme, was handed over by Minister of…
“The aim is to leave no one behind and marshal all our branches towards a decisive ANC victory in Harry Gwala.” The African National Congress (ANC) Harry Gwala Regional Task Team (RTT) says it has resolved long-standing internal divisions within the Greater Kokstad sub-region as part of efforts to strengthen the organisation ahead of the…
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…
Written in his own capacity by Sibonelo Tshonga (ANC and ANCYL Member) Nomagqwathekana Branch Ward 20 Winnie Madikizela Mandela Sub Region. – When the dust has died down, it would be important for ANC members in Alfred Nzo to truly reflect on the current state of the ANC in the region, and be honest about…
