“I did not think that by this time, there would still be people living in such conditions, especially after the issue of Tebetebe,” The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Alfred Nzo has expressed frustration over the deplorable condition of the Ndakeni access road in Ward 6 of the Umzimvubu Local Municipality. The community has been struggling…
“We are treated like outsiders in our own town.” Street vendors say. The Local Economic Development unit in partnership with Harry Gwala District Municipality, SAPS and Traffic department conducted inspections with informal traders across Kokstad this week. While Greater Kokstad Municipality says it is working to create “orderly spaces” for informal traders, street vendors in…
ANC Alfred Nzo Region is saddened by the untimely passing of Cde Andiswa Mtyingizane. Cde Mtyingizane was the Branch Secretary of the ANC in Harry Gwala branch, Ward 2, Ntabankulu Subregion. Likewise, Cde Mtyingizane was currently deployed by the ANC as a PR Councillor in Ntabankulu Local Municipality where she represented young people outstandingly. She…
Francois Rodgers has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation authorized by President Cyril Ramaphosa into iThala SOC Limited (iThala). The probe aims to assess alleged corruption and fraudulent activity in the awarding of a R34 million tender to the IT company Tech Mahindra, dating back to 2017. He said, some of the concerning allegations…
The South African government has announced a set of short-term measures aimed at cushioning consumers from steep fuel price increases expected in April 2026, according to a joint statement released on 31 March 2026. The announcement was made by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, following consultations between the…
The Alfred Nzo District Municipality (ANDM) officially welcomed Cllr. Godfrey Ganya as a member of the District Council following a swearing-in ceremony held on December 15, 2025. Cllr. Ganya, directly elected by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) from Ward 27 in Matatiele, replaces the late Cllr. Mawande Magadla. The ceremony, presided over by Speaker of…
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…
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…
“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…
This initiative aims to bring together local businesses and entrepreneurs, promoting economic growth and development in Ntabankulu. Intsika Yethu Newspaper recently hosted a successful Business Expo at the Ntabankulu Multi-Purpose Community Centre (MPCC). The event was part of the publication’s commitment to community involvement, aiming to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Ntabankulu. The…
