ANDM LAUNCH DEBT RELIEF

“We urge all qualifying customers to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity.” The Alfred Nzo District Municipality has announced the launch of a comprehensive Debt Relief Scheme aimed at helping residents and businesses regain control of their municipal accounts. According to a statement issued by the ANDM Communications Unit, the initiative is designed to alleviate…

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Political parties condemn violence at UFH

“EC stands firmly with the students and workers of UFH against the on-going exclusions.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Eastern Cape has issued a statement expressing solidarity with students and workers at the University of Fort Hare (UFH). The statement reads: “EC stands firmly with the students and workers of UFH against the…

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Empowering Entrepreneurs in Kokstad

“The training is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their businesses,” The Greater Kokstad Municipality, in partnership with the Harry Gwala District Development Agency, iThala Development Finance Corporation, and Vision Africa the accredited skills development provider, recently hosted a workshop in Kokstad aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs. The…

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Democratic Alliance questions Notyesi’s motive

Notyesi is a liar when he says witnesses were not there. “He’s a liar.” The Democratic Alliance in Matatiele is questioning the credibility of Mvuzo Ntyesi, the lawyer representing former mayor Of Matatiele Local Municipality Sonwabile Mngenela in allegations of fraud and corruption brought by the Democratic Alliance Chief Whip Wonga Potwana. According to the…

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ANC urge for stability in ANDM

In a meeting held on 12 September 2025 between African National Congress (ANC) officials and the ANC Caucus of Alfred Nzo District Municipality, the ANC instructed its caucus to “affirm the order of the Bargaining Council in the Council meeting and desist from appealing the outcomes.” This decision pertains to the reinstatement of Zamile Sikhundla…

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EFF Expresses Disappointment with Greater Kokstad Municipality

 “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…

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DA slam the ANC over hiring process

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…

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ANDM lawyers to advice on the reinstatement of the MM

“The reinstatement doesn’t necessarily mean Sikhundla  is back on full-term as the council still has processes and reporting requirements regarding the matter,” Zamile Sikhundla, the former Municipal Manager of Alfred Nzo District Municipality, has been reinstated to his position. This decision follows a ruling by the South African Local Government Bargaining Council that ruled in…

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Creating  job opportunities through farming

Born and raised in Enkantolo under the Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Athayanda Mdanyana and Zikhona Bhantshi have taken the initiative to start their own farming business. They own a 6.2-hectare farm that is fully fenced, where they cultivate a variety of vegetables, including spinach, cabbage, sugar beans, and butternut. After completing farm management courses, Athayanda…

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