Nelson Mandela Bay Communications

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has issued notices of intention to suspend six employees from the Electricity and Energy Directorate. This action follows allegations of gross misconduct related to the unauthorised placement of orders for copper cables and wires, amounting to over R10 million. The Municipality is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accountability. These allegations are being taken very seriously, and a thorough investigation is currently … [Read more...] about 6 Municipal Employees Supended

The repairs to the mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery at the Fishwater Flats Wastewater Treatment Plant are progressing well. This rehabilitation work was necessitated by the severe damage that were caused by the theft and vandalism of infrastructure that has taken place at the plant over the past few years. Due to these incidents of vandalism and theft, the plant suffered the theft of electrical cables that supplies energy to the equipment, and damage to plant and machinery … [Read more...] about Fishwater Flats Wastewater Treatment Plant Work Progressing Well

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, represented by various directorates, hosted a community meeting in Kliprand today. Attendees included the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Bongekile Mankahla, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements, Cllr. Thembinkosi Mafana, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Elecricity and Energy Cllr Zanele Mqokoyi , Acting Executive Director Owethu Pantshwa,and Acting Executive Director for Electricity and Energy, … [Read more...] about Kliprand Protest Brings Action

It is with great pride and joy that I, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, the Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, announce the resounding success of our festive season celebrations. This period has been marked by a series of well-organised events, increased tourism, and a significant boost to our local economy. Our community came together to celebrate in a spirit of unity and joy, showcasing the vibrant culture and warm hospitality that Nelson Mandela Bay is renowned for. The festive … [Read more...] about Mayor Tells Us Why We Had a Successful Festive Season in Nelson Mandela Bay

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, together with colleagues from Umhlobo Wenene FM, attended the memorial service of Pastor Nomonde Patience Vakalisa at the Nangoza Jebe Community Hall today. The purpose of the memorial service was to honor and celebrate the life of Nomonde Patience Vakalisa. In her address, the Executive Mayor reflected on her fond memories of Vakalisa, describing her as always impeccably dressed and radiantly beautiful. She … [Read more...] about RIP Pastor Nomonde Patience Vakalisa

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, chaired the weekly Mayoral Committee (MAYCO) meeting at City Hall’s Council Chambers. The meeting was attended by Acting City Manager Mandla George, COO Christopher Dyani, and Executive Directors representing various directorates. This collaborative session focused on evaluating key challenges facing the Metro and exploring strategic solutions to drive impactful change and service delivery. Mayor Lobishe reiterated the … [Read more...] about MAYCO

With the festive season in full swing, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police reaffirms its commitment to tourists and residents’ safety by adopting a zero tolerance approach to all bylaw offences, maintaining high visibility in hotspot areas across the Metro. In collaboration with the Eastern Cape Liquor Board, South African Police Services and Immigration Services, Metro Police recently conducted safety blitzes across the Metro, and achieved significant results which include: … [Read more...] about NMBM Metro Police committed to residents & tourist’s enjoying a crime free festive season

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, accompanied by the Chief Whip Wandisile Jikeka, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Roads and Transport Yolisa Pali-Jongilanga, Infrastructure and Engineering Acting Executive Director Joseph Tsatsire, RRTT Coordinator Zonile Ndoni, and Ward 47 Councillor Cllr Lungile Langbooi, conducted a bridge handover ceremony in Kariega today. The primary purpose of the handover was to reopen the Cuyler bridge, reconnecting two … [Read more...] about Cuyler Bridge Re-Opened

Newly Trained Traffic Officers honoured in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality In a colourful Pass- Out Parade, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality welcomed 156 newly trained traffic officers to the frontline of road safety in the Eastern Cape. Conferring the recognition of the newly trained traffic officers, is the Eastern Cape MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Honourable Xolile Nqatha, Representatives from the Eastern Cape Department of Transport and the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality … [Read more...] about Traffic Officers Pass Out

MEC for Economic Development and Environmental Affairs, Nonkqubela Pieters, MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Hon. Xolile Nqatha, and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, led a vehicle check point roadblock operation on the N2 opposite the North End Prison today. “We are here today with Honourable Xolile Nqatha, Honourable Nonkqubela Pieters, and the Eastern Cape Liquor Board to support the roadblock program and enhance safety across the Metro. … [Read more...] about North End Prison Roadblock

On Tuesday, 10 December 2024 from 09:00 to 18:00 the areas below will experience an electricity shutdown due to ongoing emergency work. Areas Affected: 1. Summerstrand/Humewood 2. Walmer 3. Walmer Location 4. Arlington 5. Driftsands/Lovemore Park 6. Arlington/Driftsands 7. Schoenmakerskop 8. EP Coomand 9. Forest Hill 10. Humewood 11. Southdene 12. Summerstrand up to Marine Hotel 13. Sections of South End 14. Summer Dunes 15. SAWTRI and surroundings 16. Happy Valley 17. … [Read more...] about Electricity Shutdown – Chelsea, Arlington and Summerstrand

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is continuing its Spaza Shop food safety communication and awareness campaign across the metro, focusing on improving compliance to health and safety standards for the benefit of residents. This follows the President’s call for all Spaza shops to be legally registered and compliant to the country’s health, and safety standards and other regulatory frameworks. Today, NMBM Environmental Health teams conducted inspections in Kariega, checking for compliance … [Read more...] about Ensuring Spaza Shop Regulatory Compliance

The first progress report on the 100 Days Priorities of this administration outlines significant milestones achieved by all directorates, alongside the challenges they face. The report reflects on our administration’s collective progress and shares developments that will shape the foundation of this administration’s vision: to deepen the culture of a responsive, courteous government that prioritizes sustainable service delivery. Our priorities have already begun to bear fruit, not only … [Read more...] about Mayor’s 34 Day Progress Report

The NMBM would like to inform residents of a burst on the Churchill bulk pipeline that requires urgent repairs. Preparations for the repair work will begin late in the evening of 4 December 2024 and continue throughout the following day. It is anticipated that water supply will be restored gradually during the day on Friday, 6 December 2024. Significant parts of the Metro will experience water outages. The affected areas include: Coastal suburbs of NMBM Blue Horizon Bay … [Read more...] about Emergency Water Shutdown On The Churchill System NO Water for These Areas