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Transport and Community Safety MEC Xolile Nqatha has noted with concern the circulating voice note on social media platforms urging the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro residents to participate in an illegal protest or shut down on Monday (9 September 2024). MEC Nqatha has been made aware of the circulating voice note and calls on the people of this province to desist from participating in illegal protests or shutdowns. Section 17 of the Constitution and the Regulation of Gatherings Act sets out how … [Read more...] about Participate in the Illegal Strike and you will be Spanked

“While crime is a constant occurrence since time immemorial, the displacement of criminal activities with an efficient policing system will make the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality much safer.” Known for his strong stance on combating crime, Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk made this statement following this week’s council meeting where crime was high on the agenda in the local legislature. “It is clear that criminals upped their game with the kidnappings, extortions, robberies and murders … [Read more...] about Displacement of crime the focus of surveillance system

In a decisive move to tackle and combat the rising crime rates and vandalism in the Metro, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s safety and security directorate conducted a sting operation, on 3rd September 2024, after a tip-off that one of the Municipality’s security officials was about to steal electrical copper cables, at a Municipal storage facility, located at Harrower road depot, for exhibits that are used as evidence for infrastructure criminal related cases. Upon receiving the … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Tackles Crime Head On

In a decisive move to tackle the rising crime rates in the Metro, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has allocated R16.4 million from its operating budget to bolster crime-fighting initiatives. This significant investment underscores the Municipality's unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its residents. Councillor Bulelwa Mafaya, Mayoral Committee Member for Budget and Treasury announced this commitment during a full Council sitting on 3 September 2024. "As the Budget … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Commits R16.4 Million To Help Combat Crime

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is immensely proud of three of its firefighters who will be competing in the World Firefighter Games in Aalborg, Denmark from Saturday, 7 September. The brothers duo, Alton and Riaan Senekal, and Roland Jerling will show their mettle in the weeklong championship where approximately 6 000 firefighters from across the world will be competing in over 50 events. Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk wished them well and said he is confident that they will fly the … [Read more...] about Bay Firefighting Trio A Source Of Inspiration And Pride

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Speaker of Council Eugene Johnson has called on residents and stakeholders to attend and participate in the Ward Delimitation Public Meetings hosted by the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) from 4-6 September 2024. The purpose of the public meetings is to create awareness and empower residents about the reasons, process and benefits of ward delimitation. Delimitation is a process of fixing of boundaries of territorial constituencies in a country, in this … [Read more...] about Demarcation Board To Hold Ward Delimitation Public Meetings

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is calling on all residents to join forces in the fight against crime and reclaim our streets. A recent collaborative law enforcement operation led by key agencies resulted in significant strides towards this goal, with the arrest of two illegal immigrants and the confiscation of R50,000 worth of liquor in Walmer township on Sunday, 1 September 2024. The operation, which ran from 18:30 until 02:00, was a joint effort involving NMBM Metro Police, the … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Calls For Community Action To Reclaim Our Streets

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) has extended its heartfelt gratitude to all residents, businesses, and stakeholders in Wards 1, 2, 3, and 4 for their patience and understanding during the recent power outage. The fault on the 132kV overhead line, caused by gale force winds on 23 August 2024, resulted in the collapse of four pylons, affecting the electrical supply from the Summerstrand and Arlington substations. Given the magnitude of the fault and the extensive areas affected, the … [Read more...] about Thanks For Your Patience And Understanding During Power Restoration Efforts

Gqeberha: Significant progress has been made in the construction and restoration efforts for the 132KV Chelsea/Summerstrand/Arlington power lines. The technical teams are now working on the final sections of conductor restringing. The construction team on site remains committed and confident of completing the project, and fully restoring power by the 1st of September 2024. Today, our team on site are completing the reconductor stringing and installing stay wires to enhance the stability of … [Read more...] about Chelsea/Summerstrand/Arlington Power Restoration Imminent

Gqeberha: The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is proud to announce that the Fish Water Flats wastewater treatment refurbishment project has reached a significant milestone, with 80% of the construction now complete. This achievement marks a crucial step towards enhancing the region’s wastewater management capabilities and ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable environment for all residents around the Deal Party industrial area. The Fish Water Flats Wastewater Treatment Plant, a key … [Read more...] about Fish Water Flats Wastewater Treatment 80 Percent Complete