The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has urged residents to be vigilant amid the discovery of the deadly borer beetle in the Bay, which destroys various types of trees. The discovery and disposal of the dead tree was made by NMBM officials recently following a report by a concerned resident in Lorraine, Gqeberha, who requested the removal of a suspected dying tree in front of his house. Upon investigation, the NMBM officials confirmed that indeed a borer beetle was the cause of the decaying … [Read more...] about NMBM cautions residents on discovery of polyphagous short hole borer beetle in the Bay
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Motherwell most affected by water interruptions and more trucks deployed
It is the 8th day since the start of the Sundays River water canal tie-in construction work started and construction work remains within schedule. Some areas like Kariega are starting to receive water again, although at low pressure. Motherwell and parts of the Bethelsdorp remain under severe strain as water distribution from the Nooitgedacht Water Treatment Works is currently nil. As a mitigation measure, the Metro has increased water tanker locations in the Motherwell and Wells Estate … [Read more...] about Motherwell most affected by water interruptions and more trucks deployed
Sundays River canal tie-in work at advance stage
The work on the tie in of the canal that brings 70% of water in the city continues with one end almost complete. During this time no water is channelled through the canal. Significant work is still required on the other end for the next 3 days in order to complete the successful tie in. This has resulted in the Scheepers balancing dam running out of water. Subsequent to this, Nooitgedagt water treatment works has since stopped production of treated water. Unfortunately this means … [Read more...] about Sundays River canal tie-in work at advance stage
Sundays River Canal repair affecting water supply
It is the fourth day since the start of construction at the Sundays River Canal, as anticipated some areas have started experiencing intermitted water supply. The canal repair started on Monday, 24 June 2024 when the breaking into the existing canal commenced. During this time of repair, Nooitgedagt WTW supplies 50 Ml/d, a reduced amount from 210l/d. As a result of this decreased supply the areas of Motherwell, Wells Estate, Bluewater Bay, parts of Chatty, Kariega and Despatch were flagged … [Read more...] about Sundays River Canal repair affecting water supply
Presidential Energy Crisis Committee’s call to action for energy saving in NMB
The National Energy Crisis Committee (NECOM) has urged all electricity users to adopt energy saving as a lifestyle as the country continues to grapple with an energy crisis. The committee which was established by the Presidency to address the immediate electricity supply shortfall and bring an end to loadshedding, made the call during its 4th Demand Side Management Indaba, which is hosted by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. This comes as the country has not experienced loadshedding for … [Read more...] about Presidential Energy Crisis Committee’s call to action for energy saving in NMB
Bay Mayor welcomes Eskom’s commitment to keep lights on
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk welcomed Eskom’s commitment to keep the lights on during the 2024 NECOM Demand Management Indaba currently taking place in Gqeberha. This follows a statement by the National Energy Crisis Committee Chairperson Rudy Dicks that South Africa is not out of the woods yet, despite major strides being made towards securing electricity supply. Since load-shedding was suspended at the end of March, the power utility saved over R 5 … [Read more...] about Bay Mayor welcomes Eskom’s commitment to keep lights on
The Critical Importance of Protecting Our Natural Environment for Future Generations
Johannesburg, 27 June 2024: The natural environment is the foundation upon which our societies are built, providing us with essential resources such as clean air, water, and food. It is a source of beauty and inspiration, and it plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance necessary for all life forms to thrive. However, the environment is under increasing pressure from human activities, and its degradation poses a significant threat not only to our current way of life but also to … [Read more...] about The Critical Importance of Protecting Our Natural Environment for Future Generations
NMBM Sundays River Canal repair could lead to water outages
The repairs to the Sundays River Canal feeding water to the Scheepers Vlakte Dam from where the NMBM draws water have commenced on 24 June 2024. The Plan is for these repairs to take 10 days to complete, weather permitting. Preparatory work commenced on 22 June 2024. On Monday, 24 June 2024 when the breaking into the existing canal commenced, it was discovered that not sufficient water was stored in the remaining canal system, because of a wooden log that got caught under the sluice gate that … [Read more...] about NMBM Sundays River Canal repair could lead to water outages
Gary and Babalwa Off to Ningbo
The NMB says that optimal trade at seaports is a priority for Bay delegation. Editor: I find it puzzling why senior Political leaders would travel to China to promote trade movements through our ports. SURELY the right people to send would be senior Transnet employees and/or a local group of business people allied to Exporters EC? Anyway - below is what we know about the visit from the NMBM Media Statement: The focus of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality delegation to the 2024 Maritime … [Read more...] about Gary and Babalwa Off to Ningbo
NMBM to host 4th NECOM Demand Side Management Indaba
[Listen to Acting City Manager and Electricity Executive Director, Luvuyo Magalela] It’s all systems go for the upcoming fourth National Energy Crisis Committee (NECOM) Demand Side Management Indaba, taking place from 27-28 June 2024, in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality where government and private sector experts collectively come up with solutions to end loadshedding. NMBM will be hosting this exciting edition at the Boardwalk led by the Presidential established NECOM team and political … [Read more...] about NMBM to host 4th NECOM Demand Side Management Indaba
RIP Gordon Salaze
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon Salaze, who passed away on the morning of 21 June 2024. Mr. Salaze was employed as an Artisan Assistant at North Depot within the Distribution Sub-Directorate at the Electricity & Energy Directorate. he Metro wishes to express its deepest sympathy and condolences to Gordon's colleagues and family during this difficult time. May his dear soul rest in peace. His untimely passing comes after an incident occurred at the Sunflower … [Read more...] about RIP Gordon Salaze
Transnet Institutes Disciplinary Action Against Pepi Silinga
State ports and freight logistics company Transnet has instituted disciplinary action against Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) Chief Executive Pepi Silinga and some managers following investigations at the company. Transnet had appointed Bowmans attorneys to investigate what it described as allegations of impropriety at TNPA. “Transnet also appointed Bowmans to assist with implementing the recommendations of a forensic report by Fundudzi Investigators which considered the award of … [Read more...] about Transnet Institutes Disciplinary Action Against Pepi Silinga
Update on Lower Sundays River canal rehabilitation
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is geared up for the rehabilitation and 10-day closure of the Sundays River canal planned to commence from Monday, 24 June 2024, by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). The Sundays River canal is within the Lower Sunday’s Government Scheme (LSGWS) which supplies domestic and industrial users in NMBM. The work was initially scheduled to take place earlier this month but was postponed due to the recent floods. DWS has highlighted the … [Read more...] about Update on Lower Sundays River canal rehabilitation
NMBM Metro Police commends community efforts in fighting cable theft
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police Acting Commissioner, Advocate Andrew Moses has commended Algoa Park residents for swiftly reporting two cable thieves on Tuesday, 18 June 2024, as they were damaging essential infrastructure on the corner of Uitenhage Road and Algoa Street. The report which resulted in the arrest of the suspects took place around 11pm. The two were caught with a 30-metre-long cable and were charged for causing damage to essential infrastructure and being in … [Read more...] about NMBM Metro Police commends community efforts in fighting cable theft
Motherwell gets hands dirty to save the environment
As the world celebrates World Environment Month, little and big hands in Nelson Mandela Bay have dedicated this week to joining forces in an effort to restore and improve environmental management within the Metro. NMBM’s Public Health Portfolio Head, Cllr Thsonono Buyeye led from the front as Municipal employees, Eastern Cape Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment officials, pupils and non-governmental organisations got their hands dirty cleaning and greening in Ward 58, … [Read more...] about Motherwell gets hands dirty to save the environment
