The safety of bathers and provision of qualified lifeguards at Nelson Mandela Bay swimming pools will be a priority, thanks to the reintroduction of the Learn to Swim programme being launched at the end of November 2024. This will be delivered in a two-category format. The first category is for children from 5 to 16 years, focusing mainly on beginners. It will teach basic water safety and swimming. The second category is for young people from 16 to 35 years, focusing more on advanced … [Read more...] about NMBM Reintroduces the learn to swim programme
Major Shake-up for NMB Disaster Management
A new Disaster Management Head has been appointed to take up this responsibility to alleviate the negative effects caused by disasters across the Metro. Dr. Sindisiwe “Sindi” Nyide, has hit the ground running after joining the Metro effective from 23 October 2024. She joins the Metro at a critical time as flood disasters have become frequent in the Bay. Part of the shake-up she will lead includes the development of medium to long term sustainable disaster mitigation plans, proactive disaster … [Read more...] about Major Shake-up for NMB Disaster Management
Crack down on illegal business practices in Kwazakhele
This multi-departmental initiative involved the Safety and Security Directorate, Public Health, EDTA, Electricity & Energy, Metro Police, Budget & Treasury, South African Police Services (SAPS), and Immigration Services. The operation targeted unlawful activities at local spaza shops, leading to the closure of four shops for non-compliance. Authorities discovered counterfeit goods, including rice packaged in plastic bags, coffee, cooking oil, and creams, which posed serious risks to … [Read more...] about Crack down on illegal business practices in Kwazakhele
Mayoral Committee V20241108
On Friday 8 November 2024, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, officially announced the new Mayoral Committee during a special event held at the Council Chambers, City Hall. In her address, Mayor Lobishe reaffirmed her commitment to improving service delivery and fostering collaboration with various stakeholders, including civil society, businesses, State-owned enterprises, and community initiatives. “In my acceptance speech, I committed to improving … [Read more...] about Mayoral Committee V20241108
On Again – Chippa United to play in Home of Legends Cup
Subsequent to numerous statements that have been issued in the public domain, such statements pertaining to the withdrawal of Chippa United Football Club from the Home of Legends Cup, a meeting of minds was held between the Chairman of Chippa United, Siviwe Mpengesi along with the Mandela Bay Development Agency Chief Executive Officer, Anele Qaba and relevant officials from both entities, to discuss and provide clarity on concerns raised and to find amicable solutions in order to charter a way … [Read more...] about On Again – Chippa United to play in Home of Legends Cup
Cable Theft Suspects Caught, Mayor’s Initiative Yields Results
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe’s timely tip off foiled a cable theft attempt, resulting to two arrests by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police on Wednesday, 07 November 2024. Following the tip-off, Metro Police Management mobilized operational units to conduct targeted patrols in surrounding areas, yielding tangible results. Arrests were ensued after two suspects in possession of stolen copper cables were caught at KwaDwesi, Peserverance … [Read more...] about Cable Theft Suspects Caught, Mayor’s Initiative Yields Results
Quality of water at Nelson Mandela Bay beaches safe for beachgoers
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality acknowledges all legitimate concerns raised around safety of our beaches, however in the unfortunate article published in The Herald newspaper, titled “SEWER MUCK-UP: Will beaches be safe for summer?” inaccurate information is presented, thus creating unverified and unnecessary panic amongst the public, especially those who use our beaches and benefit in the beach’s economic value chain. Firstly, it is important to mention that the Nelson Mandela Bay … [Read more...] about Quality of water at Nelson Mandela Bay beaches safe for beachgoers
Executive Mayor, Lobishe engages Kariega community on service delivery
Newly elected Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, engaged with the community of Kariega during a meeting at Babs Madlakane Hall on Thursday, 6 November 2024. The engagement session was aimed at updating residents on current service delivery improvement plans and providing a comprehensive post-disaster update, following the recent triple floods that affected the area. The meeting was attended by representatives from various directorates, including … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor, Lobishe engages Kariega community on service delivery
Executive Mayor’s flood relief team prioritises the vulnerable
“It is unacceptable and inhumane to have physically challenged, sick and elderly frail persons living in flooded areas. Even a day in such conditions cannot be acceptable”. These were the words of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe following the flood relief assistance efforts that she led on Monday, Tuesday and this morning in Kariega and the former Ibhayi area. She was addressing the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) this morning, where senior municipal … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor’s flood relief team prioritises the vulnerable
NMB Executive Mayor Reassures Residents on Service delivery Restoration Efforts
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, has reassured residents affected by the power outage following heavy rains on Monday, 5 November 2024, that electricity supply will be restored soon. Various teams are on the ground working diligently to resolve the faults and other service delivery efforts. On Tuesday, 5 November 2024, the Mayor led a delegation of officials in Kariega and KwaNobuhle to assess the Metro’s response and progress, addressing challenges that … [Read more...] about NMB Executive Mayor Reassures Residents on Service delivery Restoration Efforts
Spaza shop owner bust with stolen copper cables
A swift and successful fireworks compliance inspection, led to the arrest of a cable theft suspect by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police on Tuesday, 05 November 2024, after the suspect was caught red handed in possession of stolen copper cables hidden in a storeroom. The arrest ensued after the inspection of a spaza shop at Mtyingizane Street in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage. Metro Police Acting Commissioner, Advocate Andrew Moses said following the permitted inspection, arrests were … [Read more...] about Spaza shop owner bust with stolen copper cables
NMB Needs effective senior administrators, not reshuffled MMCs
Dear Editor Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) has reached a crisis point. Seven of the ten Executive Director positions are vacant, leaving essential services in limbo. From broken streetlights to unrepaired potholes, the effects of this management vacuum are felt daily by residents, who face diminished safety, unreliable infrastructure, and interrupted services. As newly appointed Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe prepares to announce the new Mayoral Committee, it’s crucial to recognise that NMB … [Read more...] about NMB Needs effective senior administrators, not reshuffled MMCs
NMB Infrastructure Affected by Heavy Rains
Following heavy rainfall in Nelson Mandela Bay from Monday, 4 November 2024, as predicated by the South African Weather Service, Municipal infrastructure across the Metro has been affected resulting to power outages, road closures and blocked stormwater drains. NMBM Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe convened the Metro’s Disaster Management Joint Operating Centre (JOC) on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, where immediate resolutions were taken to address some of the infrastructure … [Read more...] about NMB Infrastructure Affected by Heavy Rains
Lapland Residents Relocated
The relocation of residents of the flood-prone area of Lapland in Kariega to the much safer Van Rooyen area, to occupy temporary houses is progressing well. On Tuesday, 20 people were relocated from Lapland and 5 from the McCarthy area. The 25 people that have been relocated today add to the 30 that was relocated last week. In total, 55 people have been relocated, with more relocations expected as the week progresses. These relocations follow intensive relocation site preparation that … [Read more...] about Lapland Residents Relocated
Open and Closed Roads in NMB After Floods
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality updates residents on the conditions of roads following the floods. Gqeberha: Mhlolokotshane Street - Closed Main Road, Old Bethelsdorp - Open Calpurina Drive - Open Kariega: 22nd Avenue, KwaLanga - Closed Cuyler Street Bridge - Closed Fourie Street - Closed Ponanatini Road - Open Intersection at Ponanatiti and Matanzima Roads - Closed Intersection at Durban Street and Gibbon Road - Closed We urge motorists to navigate … [Read more...] about Open and Closed Roads in NMB After Floods
