“The ANC cannot support any acts of violence or the destruction of property.” The African National Congress (ANC) in Kokstad has distanced itself from on-going community unrest linked to the search for a missing 7 years old child Lathitha Mtolo after several houses were burned in acts of vigilante violence. Earlier this week, ANC members…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Eastern Cape has set its sights firmly on the 2026 local government elections, pledging to prioritise service delivery, economic growth and safer communities across municipalities. Speaking at the party’s provincial congress in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Provincial Leader Andrew Whitfield said the upcoming local polls will be the most important…
“The municipality bought two trucks for about R2.3 million. Since they arrived, they have never worked. They are not branded and they are not even registered.” The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Matatiele Local Municipality has raised serious concerns over the alleged purchase of two trucks worth approximately R2.3 million that have reportedly never been…
“Yes, vendors will be allowed to participate during this event. This forms part of our local economic development.” The Greater Kokstad Local Municipality has officially launched a first-of-its-kind sporting initiative aimed at promoting social cohesion, tourism attraction, and local economic development. The MM’s Fun Run and Walk is expected to be on the 28 of…
“Swift actions are going to be taken where required.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Kokstad Sub-region has demanded urgent action from the leadership of the Greater Kokstad Municipality (GKM), citing allegations of corruption and on-going service delivery failures. EFF sub-regional chairperson Zukisani Tshangase said party members marched to the GKM offices on 26 February 2026…
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Matatiele have raised serious concerns about the conduct of the Maluti Magistrate Court and Ludidi High School, accusing both institutions of actions that allegedly undermine justice, learner safety and community wellbeing. According to a statement issued by the EFF Matatiele Sub-region following an Extended Sub-regional Command Team (ESRCT) meeting,…
“Despite these assurances, no progress has been made, and the community remains without power months later.” The Democratic Alliance (DA) PR councillor Nozi Mantshongo, together with the African Independent Congress (AIC) councillor, held a bilateral meeting at Ngqumani village, Ward 10 of Umzivubu Local Municipality, following growing frustration among community members over unresolved service delivery…
“As women and children, we continuously witness these incidents, where perpetrators are arrested, sent to prison, and later released to live freely again.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Women’s Desk in Matatiele has strongly condemned an incident of gender-based violence following an attack on a 62-year-old woman at Bhubesi village, under Ward 18 of Matatiele….
“Our work must build on the successes achieved before us and ensure that those successes are sustained and strengthened.” The Alfred Nzo District Municipality (ANDM) has elected a new Executive Mayor and Deputy Executive Mayor following the resignation of Nomasomi Mshuqwana, who stepped down with immediate effect after serving in the position for approximately two…
“Injected animals must not be slaughtered or consumed for at least three weeks, as failure to observe this period could make people sick.” The Matatiele Local Municipality on Tuesday convened a stakeholder engagement session at the New Council Chambers to address the outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the area. The meeting brought…
