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,…
“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….
Shivambu, recently demoted from his role as secretary-general of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, used the briefing to clarify his political future amid speculation of a fallout with the MK Party and potential resignation. The event was not sanctioned by the MK Party, and their spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndhlela, noted it violated internal protocol. During the…
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…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) fight against VAT hike that was set for the 1st of May 2025 has succeeded, this follows after the DA’s application to interdict the VAT increase. Their win comes after the Minister of Finance decision to forgo the increase. According to the DA this development marks a major victory for them,…
The Matatiele Local Municipality, in partnership with Alfred Nzo Agricultural Incubator, has launched an agricultural incubator training program aimed at empowering local farmers. According to CEO Randolph Meth, the program received over 700 applications, with 30 candidates selected for the first intake. As per the CEO, the selection criteria prioritized geographical location, focusing on residents…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) Provincial Leader and MEC for Finance in the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) in KwaZulu-Natal, Francois Rodgers, recently held a successful engagement with the business and farming community. The meeting aimed to drive solutions for communities and address pressing challenges. The DA’s Provincial Director and a team of staff members, as…
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 taxi operators felt frustrated because they didn’t see significant progress on the road despite the initial stop-and-go point.” Taxi operators in Ntabankulu have expressed frustration over the T19 road rehabilitation project, which is currently underway between Phuthi and Ntabankulu town. The Border Taxi Alliance and Uncedo Taxi Association recently came together to voice their…
“The timing of this so-called suspension raises serious concerns.” A power struggle within the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in the Alfred Nzo Region has taken a dramatic turn with the suspension of Regional Secretary Lihle Chalo. The suspension, which was announced on November 11, 2025, has sparked a heated debate within the organization,…
