“The EFF is the leader of the society we create and others follow”. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Matatiele Sub-region has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all learners have access to quality education. This is in line with the party’s founding manifesto, which lists “Free quality education, healthcare, houses, and sanitation” as one of…
“We might be politicians , but at the end of the day, we are also human beings with families to support, so for him facing charges can have a profound impact on his personal life, that is why the DA stance is clear we seek accountability not personal vendettas,” said Potwana. The African National Congress’s…
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in KwaZulu-Natal is gearing up for its provincial conference, scheduled to take place on Friday, the 7th, at a yet-to-be-confirmed venue. This conference follows the 2022 gathering, which was marred by disorganization. As the province prepares for this significant event, many are eager to participate and make their…
“despite the growing number of reported cases, there has not been enough public acknowledgement or action from law enforcement.” Concern has been raised over the growing number of missing-person cases in Kokstad, with DAWN (Democratic Alliance Women’s Network) Harry Gwala District Chairperson Jo-Ann Jansen calling for greater attention to investigations and follow-ups by the South…
In a crackdown on expired food products, a joint team of government authorities and municipal officials conducted a raid on major retails shops in Kokstad, seizing expired items from Kokstad Spar and Shoprite. This operation follows a decision by the municipality and government authorities to inspect prominent retail shops, including Kokstad Spar, Shoprite and Boxer…
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…
The election of the current US President, Donald Trump came as a relief to many countries across the globe. He was seen as a better option in comparison to his predecessor, President J. Biden. The main difference was their approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the Israeli aggression and according to Internation Criminal Court (ICC),…
It is important that government continues to educate the youth so they understand the value of these rights and their role in safeguarding South Africans democracy In a collaborative effort to foster public education and deepen democratic engagement among young South Africans, Government Communication and Information System under its pillar for development communication partnered with…
The Matatiele Local Municipality has taken a significant step toward boosting local economic development and job creation following the council’s adoption of a motion to establish a municipal-owned brick manufacturing plant. The proposal, tabled by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), aims to capitalize on the high demand for building materials in the area while also…
“If the DA was never part of this municipality, we still feel that maybe some of the things would not have happened,” The Democratic Alliance (DA) leader in Matatiele Local Municipality, Wonga Potwana, has commended the former mayor’s work Sonwabile Mngenela, particularly in ensuring service delivery to all wards, this praise comes after the municipality…
