“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…
The Umzimvubu Local Municipality recently hosted a highly successful fashion show, attracting local, district, and provincial designers. The event aimed to showcase the talent of Umzimvubu’s residents, provide a platform for designers to exhibit their work, and boost the local economy. In a historic event this year’s winner is a local designer from Mount Frere…
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…
“I encourage fellow entrepreneurs not to lose hope or give up”. Celebrations filled the air at the Shayamoya Sports Field in Kokstad during the Greater Kokstad Mayoral Imbizo, as entrepreneurs stepped forward to receive funding and working equipment from the Greater Kokstad Municipality. The initiative was designed to confront the structural barriers that continue to…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the recent statement by Provincial Treasury clarifying the true extent of the on-going fiscal crisis within the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport (DoT). The statement by KZN Finance MEC, Francois Rodgers, affirms what the DA has consistently maintained: that the department’s financial distress is not the result of a so-called “system…
“We aim to increase crop yields, improve product quality, and enhance the livelihoods of farming communities”. The Alfred Nzo Agricultural Incubator together with Matatiele Local Municipality has unveiled a brand-new tractor designed to empower small-scale farmers in Matatiele. The tractor is expected to enhance agricultural productivity and efficiency, contributing to the local economy’s growth and…
“We are the only transparent organisation among all political parties”. Community members in Kokstad and Franklin are divided after residents burned African National Congress (ANC) regalia while calling for their current ward councillor to step down on Sunday, 7 June 2026. The ANC Kokstad Regional Secretary, Qiniso Mnguni, said the African National Congress is an…
“The training is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their businesses,” The Greater Kokstad Municipality, in partnership with the Harry Gwala District Development Agency, iThala Development Finance Corporation, and Vision Africa the accredited skills development provider, recently hosted a workshop in Kokstad aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs. The…
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…
“We demand that MM Lizo Matiwane must do his duties and not be pressured by the new ANC REC.” The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Matatiele Local Municipality has expressed outrage over the alleged interference by the new African National Congress (ANC) Regional Executive Committee (REC) in the hiring process for the Manager of Public Participation…
