“The budget allocated to the Department of Basic Education and Transport Department is minimal, hence we are doing this drive assisting where we can.” The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in Harry Gwala has launched an initiative to support Grade 12 learners who are currently writing their final exams. The organization is donating food…
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 African National Congress (ANC) in the Eastern Cape says it is fully prepared to proceed with its 10th Provincial Conference, dismissing the need for any postponement. This follows a special meeting of the Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) held on March 16, where members assessed the state of readiness ahead of the conference, set to…
The Economic Freedom Fighters forced the Speaker of Matatiele Local Municipality to adjourn the special virtual council meeting that was scheduled for the 26 of February. The EFF councillors accused the speakers of the council Nonzwakazi Ngwanya of deliberately holding a virtual meeting to discuss burning issues of the institution which they believe is unfair….
“We aim to increase crop yields, improve product quality, and enhance the livelihoods of farming communities”. The Alfred Nzo Agricultural Incubator together with Matatiele Local Municipality has unveiled a brand-new tractor designed to empower small-scale farmers in Matatiele. The tractor is expected to enhance agricultural productivity and efficiency, contributing to the local economy’s growth and…
The official handover of the long-awaited Tebe-Tebe bridge over the Umzimvubu River has triggered a political row, with both the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the African National Congress (ANC) Alfred Nzo Region claiming major roles in the project’s completion. The bridge, delivered under the government’s Welisizwe Rural Bridges Programme, was handed over by Minister of…
The Umuziwabantu Local Municipality has intensified efforts to enforce by-laws and regulatory compliance following a joint inspection operation in the central business district (CBD). The multi-departmental raid, conducted along Musgrave and Hawkins streets, brought together several municipal units, including Protection Services, Fire Services, Local Economic Development (LED), Waste and Environmental Services, and Electricity. External stakeholders…
“I did not think that by this time, there would still be people living in such conditions, especially after the issue of Tebetebe,” The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Alfred Nzo has expressed frustration over the deplorable condition of the Ndakeni access road in Ward 6 of the Umzimvubu Local Municipality. The community has been struggling…
“Azange ndabeka nyawo lwam eziseleni,” In his words. The Mthatha High Court has officially withdrawn the case against former Matatiele Local Municipality Mayor, Sonwabile Mngenela, due to insufficient evidence. Mngenela was charged with misusing R13,914 in municipal funds for personal use, specifically authorizing accommodation and travel costs for himself, his driver, and an ANC councillor…
Written by: Sibonelo Tshonga who is a Local Government Professional and an LED Manager at Alfred Nzo Development Agency with over 8 years’ experience in Municipal governance, economic development and institutional performance management. I believe the Eastern Cape province urgently needs a practical and progressive response to the intertwined crises of unemployment, poverty and underdevelopment….
