“Many talented athletes don’t have the financial means to buy proper running shoes or afford transport to races and accommodation.” A 38-year-old teacher from Ntabankulu is making strides in long-distance running while calling on local businesses to support rural athletes who lack resources but possess immense talent. Zoe Mbiko, affectionately known as “our Gerta Steyn,”…
“Despite a cooked verification report suggesting qualification for BGMs, BBGM disqualifications raise questions; who presided over these BGMs without BECs? Have you seen BTT participating in elective conferences? The disgruntled African National Congress members staged a protest outside OR Tambo ANC offices to hand over a petition of memorandum regarding BGM packages earlier this week, …
“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…
Executive Mayor Cllr Tsileng Sobuthongo recently led a delegation to carry out an oversight visit to track the growth of two companies that have previously received municipal funding. According to reports by the Alfred Nzo District Municipality, ZK Kerbing concrete company in Kwa-Bhaca received heavy duty kerb moulds, a hydraulic lift, electric concrete mixer, kerbing…
“There is no accountability at all, even if there is evidence of corruption happening within the municipality. There’s nothing happening.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has expressed disappointment with the Greater Kokstad Municipality, following a failed meeting that was promised by the Mayor Lwanda Madikizela. The meeting aimed to discuss key issues, including corruption allegations…
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 are reviving our relations with the people, and we need volunteers who can do this work well.” The African National Congress (ANC) Kokstad Sub Region recently gathered volunteers for a programme aimed at reviving the party’s volunteer efforts in the area. The event, which took place over the weekend, brought together ANC members to…
According to the statement issued by the DA, the party is proud of the leadership it has deployed to senior positions in the Government of Provincial Unity. The DA has worked tirelessly to fight against corruption, promote accountability, and ensure equal opportunities for all. As per the statement, under the leadership of Finance MEC Francois…
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…
“This Show has given us an opportunity to present our products to a wider audience, connect with potential buyers, and learn from other farmers and stakeholders.” The Umzimvubu Local Municipality has successfully hosted its 13th Annual Agricultural Show, marking over a decade of commitment to promoting and preserving local agricultural practices. The two-day event, held…
