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…
UMkhonto Wesizwe Party has raised concerns about the lives of South Africans who depend on ARS to live their healthy normal life, this follows after the US President Donald Trump decision to stop funding health-care programmers in South Africa. MKP says it is a devastating impact of the withdrawal of PEPFAR funding by the US…
“I send our condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and members of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). His contributions will be greatly missed.” More words of condolence are still pouring in to the Magadla family following the passing of EFF Councillor Mawande Magadla, who died on November 3, 2025, at the age of 43. The…
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…
Small shop owners in Kokstad have expressed frustration with the GKM municipality’s alleged failure to address their concerns and provide timely support. Despite their willingness to comply with municipal bylaws, many entrepreneurs claim they have faced significant challenges in obtaining trading licenses. When this publication was speaking with some business owners, they reported paying for…
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),…
