The NMBM has called upon religious organisations to register their details. Illegal occupation of land by religious organisations will soon be a thing of the past in Nelson Mandela Bay. Thanks to a programme introduced by the Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlement, Councillor Thembinkosi Mafana. Cllr Mafana is calling on religious organisations to register their details with the Human Settlements Directorate in order to verify their location, the legality of their land … [Read more...] about Religious Squatters
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Chinese City of Ningbo to zoom into NMB Agriculture and Health
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality 20 year sister relationship with the Chinese City of Ningbo is zooming into the development of the metro"s agriculture, education and health sectors. That was revealed at a strategic working meeting that was held between a high powered delegation from Ningbo and the NMBM delegation led by Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Development Shuling Lindoor. The City of Ningbo arrived in the metro on 18 April 2024 as part of their South African Cities … [Read more...] about Chinese City of Ningbo to zoom into NMB Agriculture and Health
Medical workers protest against attacks on them
Emergency Medical Services workers and managers protested outside the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality building in Gqeberha on Wednesday. They are demanding an end to attacks on paramedics.Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers in Nelson Mandela Bay protested outside the City Hall on Wednesday, calling for safer working conditions. “I kneel down and pray to God each time I leave home for work, asking him to save me from these criminals. They are heartless and don’t care that EMS staff perform a … [Read more...] about Medical workers protest against attacks on them
Cruise ship industry becoming an anchor of NMB economy
The cruise ship industry is becoming one of the anchors of the Nelson Mandela Bay economic growth. This has been confirmed by the consistent growth of cruise liners that have docked in our shores in the past and current cruiseliner season. Since November 2024, 30 cruise liners have docked in our shores with a total of 45 000 passengers and 22 000 crew members with R74 million estimated investment value. According to the Acting Executive Director for Economic Development, Tourism and … [Read more...] about Cruise ship industry becoming an anchor of NMB economy
In Five Months 131 Schools in Nelson Mandela Bay Have Been Robbed, Mostly at Gunpoint
A teacher at KwaZakhele High School in Gqeberha recalled how criminals came into their staff room and robbed all the teachers at gunpoint. The Eastern Cape Department of Education has allocated an additional R59-million to bump up security at schools in the province. Since November 131 schools in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro have been robbed, many at gunpoint. Many teachers say they are afraid to report for duty. Since November, more than 130 schools in the Nelson Mandela Bay region have fallen … [Read more...] about In Five Months 131 Schools in Nelson Mandela Bay Have Been Robbed, Mostly at Gunpoint
IDP and Budget Public Participation meetings in full swing
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality IDP and Budget Public Participation meetings are in full swing across different wards within Nelson Mandela Bay. Residents of Ward 24, 26 and 27 braved the cold and wet weather and took the opportunity given to orally submit their Ward development wishes at one of the meetings held in Soweto on Sea Multi Purpose Centre on Wednesday. Following the noting of the budget in Council last month, the Municipality is mandated by law to hold public participation … [Read more...] about IDP and Budget Public Participation meetings in full swing
Anele Qaba: Statement By Chairperson Of The MBDA Board, Mrs Glenda Perumal
On 9 April 2024, Honourable Judge Eksteen handed down Judgment reviewing and setting aside the decision to appoint Mr Qaba as the Chief Executive Officer of the MBDA. Mr Qaba has since notified the Board that he had filed a notice to appeal against the Judgement with the Gqeberha Hight Court. (See: Court Sets Aside Unlawful Appointment of MBDA CEO Anele Qaba and Anele Qaba – Another View) Section 18(1) to (3) of the Superior Courts Act generally suspends the operation and execution of a … [Read more...] about Anele Qaba: Statement By Chairperson Of The MBDA Board, Mrs Glenda Perumal
Harassed ambulance personnel have the Mayor’s full support
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk pledged his full support for the cause of Emergency Medical Services personnel beleaguered by rampant crime while responding to medical emergencies. Van Niekerk made this statement during the handover of a memorandum by ambulance personnel at the Gqeberha City Hall this morning. On Monday, two paramedics were held at gunpoint and robbed of their belongings at the gate of the Kwazakhele clinic, prompting action by traumatized … [Read more...] about Harassed ambulance personnel have the Mayor’s full support
Minister exploring additional power supply in NMB
Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said it was critical for Cities like Nelson Mandela Bay to support all the plans that seek to generate additional energy capacity for the economic sustainability of the region. The Minister said this during a working visit to the Metro to do a site inspection at one of the independent power generating plants, Dedisa Peaking Power. The Minister is on a two day visit to inspect work that has been done by Municipalities and independent power … [Read more...] about Minister exploring additional power supply in NMB
Blasting Road Closures on N2 between Makhanda and Fish River Pass
Gqeberha, 28 March 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to notify road users that the N2 will be intermittently closed between Makhanda (Grahamstown) and the Fish River Pass due to blasting operations taking place between 4 April and 29 April 2024. Blasting operations are planned for the following dates: Thursday, 4 April 2024, Monday, 8 April 2024, Thursday, 11 April 2024, Monday,15 April 2024, Thursday,18 April 2024 Monday, 22 April … [Read more...] about Blasting Road Closures on N2 between Makhanda and Fish River Pass
Hundreds of security guards sent home without wages after Eastern Cape health department fails to pay contractors
Security guards at Livingstone Tertiary Hospital in Gqeberha and other hospitals and clinics in the Eastern Cape have not been paid after the Department of Health failed to pay contractors.Security companies contracted to the Eastern Cape Department of Health could not pay guards this month. The cash-strapped department has been in trouble with security contractors stationed at clinics and hospitals in the Eastern Cape since January. Earlier this year GroundUp reported that Xhobani Security … [Read more...] about Hundreds of security guards sent home without wages after Eastern Cape health department fails to pay contractors
Making a Splash This Easter
NMB residents and visitors will be spoilt for choice to keep busy over exciting Easter weekend. Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is ready to deliver yet another fun filled and safe Easter holiday period with more law enforcement boots on the ground and the NMBM Splash Festival set to deliver in all its splendor. From as early as Thursday, 28 March 2024, NMBM Traffic officers will be conducting vehicle checkpoints on the N2, M4 Freeway, R75 and all major roads within the Metro. The … [Read more...] about Making a Splash This Easter
Eastern Cape’s Multi-Billion Infrastructure Investment Pipeline
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) announced that it would be investing over R50 billion in road infrastructure development in the Eastern Cape between now and 2028. Speaking at the Construction Summit held at the East London International Convention Centre on Tuesday, 26 March, Welekazi Ndika, SANRAL’s Regional Stakeholder Coordinator, said: “SANRAL’s infrastructure investment will be geared towards the construction of new facilities, road improvements and … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape’s Multi-Billion Infrastructure Investment Pipeline
Stop/Go on N2 between Makhanda and Fish River Pass
Gqeberha, 26 March 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to notify road users that a Stop/Go system has been implemented on the N2 between Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) and the Fish River Pass. The Stop/Go operation will be in effect during the day to facilitate one-way traffic flow on the eastbound carriage ways in this area. This measure ensures safe passage while the partially blocked half of the road on the westbound carriage ways is being … [Read more...] about Stop/Go on N2 between Makhanda and Fish River Pass
Makhanda and Fish River Pass Road Closure
Gqeberha, 25 March 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) wishes to notify road users that the N2 between Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) and the Fish River Pass is intermittently closed due to debris resulting from blasting activities conducted today. The contractor is diligently working to clear the obstruction. However, due to the extensive nature of the debris, we anticipate that the road will remain closed until approximately 21:00pm tonight. The blast … [Read more...] about Makhanda and Fish River Pass Road Closure
