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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ANC prepares for NGC

The African National Congress (ANC) in Alfred Nzo Region recently convened a Regional General Council (RGC) meeting, a crucial gathering that brought together party members to discuss key issues and shape the party’s direction. The meeting was an important step in preparing for the National General Council (NGC) and addressing pressing challenges facing the party…

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DA Provincial Leader engages with business people

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…

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ANDM to Empower Small-Scale Farmers

The Alfred Nzo District Municipality together with the Agricultural Sector Education and Training Authority (AgriSETA) have officially partnered to roll out a comprehensive Potato Production Skills Development Programme. This ground-breaking initiative aims to equip 500 small-scale farmers across the district with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the competitive agricultural sector. According to…

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ANC KZN Appoints RTT Structures

“The RTT will work together to unite the ANC and drive the party’s agenda forward,” The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal has appointed Regional Task Teams (RTTs) in all its regions, including the Harry Gwala region. According to the spokesperson Fanele Sibisi, this decision was made due to the end of the term of…

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