The Alfred Nzo District Municipality (ANDM) officially welcomed Cllr. Godfrey Ganya as a member of the District Council following a swearing-in ceremony held on December 15, 2025. Cllr. Ganya, directly elected by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) from Ward 27 in Matatiele, replaces the late Cllr. Mawande Magadla. The ceremony, presided over by Speaker of…
“There is no case where a secondment of an official between two municipalities is illegal.” Opposition parties in Matatiele Local Municipality has expressed frustration and disappointment over the appointment of a new acting Municipal Manager (MM) Nokhayo Qaba-Zembe. The newly appointed acting MM, who is the Senior Manager: Special Programmes and Communication at Umzimvubu Local…
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…
By Dr Hlumelo Mgudlwa (PhD) For the first time in over 30 years, African National Congress, has lost national elections even though it remained a major party determining and leading the coalition government. This comes after a dramatic and a steady decline in their electoral performance over the years. In 2004 under the stewardship of…
“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…
“We are escalating the matter to the provincial department of education for further engagement and push our demands” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Harry Gwala region recently embarked a march outside the Department of Basic Education offices in Ixopo, according to the EFF, the march was part of their oversight efforts in government…
“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 The Mthatha High Court has officially withdrawn the case against former Matatiele Local Municipality Mayor, Sonwabile Mngenela, due to insufficient evidence.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…
This initiative aims to bring together local businesses and entrepreneurs, promoting economic growth and development in Ntabankulu. Intsika Yethu Newspaper recently hosted a successful Business Expo at the Ntabankulu Multi-Purpose Community Centre (MPCC). The event was part of the publication’s commitment to community involvement, aiming to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Ntabankulu. The…
“Despite these assurances, no progress has been made, and the community remains without power months later.” The Democratic Alliance (DA) PR councillor Nozi Mantshongo, together with the African Independent Congress (AIC) councillor, held a bilateral meeting at Ngqumani village, Ward 10 of Umzivubu Local Municipality, following growing frustration among community members over unresolved service delivery…
Former KZN Provincial Secretary Bheki Mtolo is no longer at the helm but will serve as one of the 67 additional members of the PTT. Following a disappointing performance in the national elections, that led the ANC’s National Executive Committee (NEC) to disband the provincial structure and announce a new Provincial Task Team (PTT). The…
