“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…
“Our responsibility is to ensure we make a meaningful contribution to the Matatiele Local Municipality so that service delivery reaches our people efficiently.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Matatiele have officially elected a new Sub-Regional structure, following the resolution to dissolve the previous regional leadership in order to strengthen grassroots visibility and service to…
“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…
The Amampondo nation has appointed Dumelani Sigcau as its acting king, following the passing of King Zanozuko. However, the appointment has been met with controversy, with some questioning the legitimacy of his role. The nation is now at a crossroads, with differing opinions on who should lead the kingdom. The spokesperson for the Acting King…
Small businesses and cooperatives in Kokstad received a boost this week following a business development workshop aimed at improving compliance and access to funding. The “Access to Finance and Business Compliance Workshop” was hosted through a partnership between the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) and the Greater Kokstad Local Municipality…
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in KwaZulu-Natal is gearing up for its provincial conference, scheduled to take place on Friday, the 7th, at a yet-to-be-confirmed venue. This conference follows the 2022 gathering, which was marred by disorganization. As the province prepares for this significant event, many are eager to participate and make their…
“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…
In a crackdown on expired food products, a joint team of government authorities and municipal officials conducted a raid on major retails shops in Kokstad, seizing expired items from Kokstad Spar and Shoprite. This operation follows a decision by the municipality and government authorities to inspect prominent retail shops, including Kokstad Spar, Shoprite and Boxer…
The EFF councillors have pledged to vote in favour of the Municipal Manager’s removal The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Eastern Cape handed over a memorandum of grievances to the Mayor of Ingquza Hill Local Municipality on Wednesday, this comes after the municipality’s decision to demolish properties in a nearby village (Nkululekweni), citing that…
As part of Umkhonto WeSizwe Party’s commitment to growth and development the party’s National High Command has appointed new regional structure in Harry Gwala, this is after the National High Command has been appointing and electing provincial and regional structures aiming to promote greater representation and participation within the party. At a media briefing held…
