Esayidi TVET Collage Kokstad campus students are accusing the representative of the Independent Electoral Board (IEB) of failing to follow procedures. The controversy arose after students presented their manifestos for the upcoming SRC election, scheduled for March 13 2025. According to students, IEB rules state that candidates must present their manifestos individually, without mentioning their…
Pondoland Cannabis Belt Association in Alfred Nzo and OR Tambo district accused the Eastern Cape Rural Development, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Medigrow for forcing cultivation hemp in their land. The Mpondoland cannabis growers stand united in firm opposition saying they reject the ongoing attempts to force hemp cultivation. According to the Pondoland Cannabis Belt…
“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…
Sonyoka refused to be the victim of unemployment; instead she rolled up her sleeves and stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity. Meet the cake whisperer from Umtata, a 37-year-old Busisiwe Sonyoka a baker with a sweet passion that’s taking the town by storm. After discovering her love for baking in a 2023 class, she took the…
“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…
Alfred Nzo District Municipality Mayor, Vukile Mhlelembana, has submitted his intention to resign, with his departure set to take effect on 31 December 2025. The African National Congress (ANC) in the region confirmed receiving his resignation letter, but declined to reveal who may replace him, saying the matter remains an internal process. Mhlelembana’s resignation follows…
“We commit to you, the membership of the ANC and the entire population of Alfred Nzo, that we will strive to unite this region.” The African National Congress (ANC) in the Alfred Nzo region has successfully elected a new Regional Executive Committee (REC) after a disorderly conference that was marked by conflicts and disputes. The…
“There is no case where a secondment of an official between two municipalities is illegal.” Opposition parties in Matatiele Local Municipality has expressed frustration and disappointment over the appointment of a new acting Municipal Manager (MM) Nokhayo Qaba-Zembe. The newly appointed acting MM, who is the Senior Manager: Special Programmes and Communication at Umzimvubu Local…
Political parties across South Africa have expressed deep sadness following the passing of Congress of the People (COPE) founding leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota, remembering him as a committed freedom fighter and a principled leader who dedicated his life to serving the country. Lekota, a veteran of the anti-apartheid struggle and former defence minister, passed away…
Oppositions accused the ANC of violating IEC rules for allegedly campaigning during the voting period. The opposition parties in Matatiele Local Municipality are crying foul, accusing IEC for violating its rules in the by-elections held at ward 10 under Matatiele local municipality on Wednesday the 12 of February 2025. The by-elections were held to fill-in…
