Published: 16 Jun 2022 CURRENTMORE THAN 15 000 HOUSEHOLDS USE WATER CARELESSLY IN THE METRO.More than 15 000 bay households are still using water carelessly. This was revealed by the Minister of Water and Sanitation Honourable Senzo Mchunu at a community meeting held at the Walmer Multi-Purpose Centre this afternoon.Minister Mchunu said that the Municipality has developed a system that identifies households that have a high water usage.He said tha identified households will be heavily fined … [Read more...] about Minister Mchunu and mayor Johnson visit affected Bay dams – NMBM
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Cleaning and greening work starts in Motherwell – NMBM
Published: 13 Jun 2022 CURRENTUPDATE ON PLANNED SHUTDOWNS MAY CAUSE WATER DISRUPTIONS IN PARTS OF THE CITYThe Municipality wishes to inform residents that the planned shutdown scheduled for June 28, 2022 has been moved ahead to tomorrow, June 14, 2022.We will be taking advantage of the current water supply disruptions being experienced in the Fort Nottingham Reservoir supply zone and this shutdown will allow for the installation of critical valves and flow meters.Areas that may be affected … [Read more...] about Cleaning and greening work starts in Motherwell – NMBM
Over R16 Million required to rebuild destroyed houses in Eastern Cape
The Department of Human Settlements has approved over R16 million towards the rebuilding of houses in the Alfred Nzo District Municipality.The houses were destroyed during the recent floods in the Eastern Cape. Human Settlements Deputy Minister, Pam Tshwete, made the announcement during the handover of houses to destitute families at Ludeke village in Mbizana on Thursday. Tshwete announced that the department will on Tuesday transfer R8.5 million of the total amount to Alfred Nzo District … [Read more...] about Over R16 Million required to rebuild destroyed houses in Eastern Cape
Bethelsdorp Woman Arrested for Possession of Copper Ccables
A 43-year-old woman from Bethelsdorp in Gqeberha has been arrested after she was found in possession of copper cables worth over R600 000.In a statement, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said the copper cables, with a total weight of 2 591kg, were found inside and outside the premises. Some of the cables were identified by Transnet as belonging to them. Eastern Cape SAPS spokesperson, Colonel Priscilla Naidu, said while the estimated scrap metal value of the copper was R168 415, the … [Read more...] about Bethelsdorp Woman Arrested for Possession of Copper Ccables
Business Export Development workshop for women-owned businesses was held at the Southern Sun Marine Hotel – NMBM
Published: 09 Jun 2022 CURRENTUPDATE ON 48-HOUR SHUTDOWN REQUIRED FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE CHURCHILL PIPELINE.Water supply is being pumped as it becomes available but unfortunately, there is a high peak in demand that is delaying the recovery of the reticulation system.This situation has been made worse by the fact that the Impofu dam levels is so low that the barge pump station must be decommissioned.The barge is a floating pump station constructed as a drought intervention to secure supply from … [Read more...] about Business Export Development workshop for women-owned businesses was held at the Southern Sun Marine Hotel – NMBM
NMBM zooms into food safety for children – NMBM
Published: 07 Jun 2022 CURRENTUPDATE ON THE 48-HOUR SHUTDOWN OF THE CHURCHILL PIPELINE Work on the Churchill pipeline is ongoing and on track. The majority of the tasks have been completed, and the team is currently working on repairs inside the pipeline.Prior to recommissioning the pipeline, it must be cured.If everything goes according to plan, the recommissioning will be done tomorrow morning, Wednesday, June 8, 2022.Therafter, we anticipate that It will take most of the day for supply to be … [Read more...] about NMBM zooms into food safety for children – NMBM
GDP increases by 1.9% in Q1 of 2022
South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 1.9% in the first quarter of 2022.Addressing media on Tuesday, Statistician General Risenga Maluleke said in the first three months of the year, the manufacturing industry increased by 4.9%, contributing 0.6 of a percentage point to GDP growth. “Seven of the 10 manufacturing divisions reported positive growth rates in the first quarter. The petroleum, chemical products, rubber and plastic products division made the largest contribution to … [Read more...] about GDP increases by 1.9% in Q1 of 2022
When the Threat of Dying of Thirst is a ‘Challenge’
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has intervened to resolve water challenges in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality (NMBMM).Accompanied by Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo, Mchunu held an engagement with Amatola Water Board, business sector, municipal and provincial leadership in Gqeberha on Friday, with the aim of reducing the effect of severe drought, resolve water availability challenges and avert imminent failure of the system in Nelson Mandela Bay. Water levels in the … [Read more...] about When the Threat of Dying of Thirst is a ‘Challenge’
Course record breaking Half Marathon successfully hosted in NMB – NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in partnership with the Eastern Province Athletics (EPA) today, 4 May 2022, successfully hosted a course record breaking Nelson Mandela Bay Half Marathon. This iconic event attracted more than 1500 athletes from across the African continent. Following last year's 250 athletes participation, due to COVID-19 regulations, the NMBM Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Portfolio Head, Cllr Bassie Kamana, said that the City was thrilled to have hosted the largest … [Read more...] about Course record breaking Half Marathon successfully hosted in NMB – NMBM
Engen supported programme a huge success as disabled drivers pass their licences
All candidates enrolled on the Eastern Cape Engen and Disability Economic Empowerment Trust (DEET) driver training programme have obtained their learner’s licences, with 20 candidates also successfully passing their driver’s licence test. Launched in the Eastern Cape in October 2021, the programme assists drivers with disabilities with the skills needed to pass their learner’s and driver’s licenses and thereby boost their prospects in the job market. For Zininzi Mpurwana, who became paralysed … [Read more...] about Engen supported programme a huge success as disabled drivers pass their licences
Condolences pour in for amaMpondo King
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences to the amaMpondo Kingdom and the family of His Majesty King Zanozuko Tyelovuyo Sigcau following the announcement of his passing.The King passed away on Tuesday evening after falling ill. “We reach out in mourning to the amaMpondo Kingdom at the passing of a distinguished leader who made an important contribution to uniting the Royal Family and the amaMpondo community, which are important constituents of our greater nationhood. “While Kumkani … [Read more...] about Condolences pour in for amaMpondo King
Waste Exchanged for money in Wells Estate and Kwazakhele – NMBM
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's new Cleaning and Greening project has seen hundreds of residents in Wells Estate and KwaZakhele taking their trash seriously following the successful launch of the new project that saw residents exchanging waste for money on Wednesday, 1 June 2022. The City launched the much-anticipated project in the two areas, and will roll it out in other areas to eradicate the crisis of illegal dumping across the City and take recycling … [Read more...] about Waste Exchanged for money in Wells Estate and Kwazakhele – NMBM
NMB Residents can now buy Pre-paid electricity at 76 retail shops across the Metro – NMBM
Published: 01 Jun 2022 CURRENTUPDATE ON SHUTDOWN BY ESKOM THAT MAY CAUSE WATER DISRUPTIONS.The power supply at Nooitgedagt was restored at around 03:00 AM and the plant was then restarted.The plant has since been on full production and storage levels throughout the Metro are gradually increasing.Many areas are affected and therefore, residents will notice water supply returning from now until Friday.Residents are urged not to stockpile water during the recovery period as this places a strain on … [Read more...] about NMB Residents can now buy Pre-paid electricity at 76 retail shops across the Metro – NMBM
Master of Maritime Management (MMM) postgraduate degree launched
The MMM degree is designed to empower a new generation of maritime leaders with management skills to grow the maritime sector in the African region and navigate the challenges of the ever-growing global maritime business industry.Benchmarking against the best in the world, the cutting-edge degree – which commences in 2023 – is designed to provide strategic business skills and knowledge for current maritime professionals working in the maritime sector and related supply chain industries, … [Read more...] about Master of Maritime Management (MMM) postgraduate degree launched
Unemployment rate drops
The unemployment rate in South Africa has decreased by 0.8 of a percentage point to 34.5% in the first quarter of 2022, Statistics South Africa has revealed.In the last quarter of 2021, the country saw the highest unemployment rate on record of 35.3%. Releasing the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for quarter 1 of 2022 on Tuesday, Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke said these results indicate that 370 000 jobs were gained between the fourth quarter of 2021 and the first quarter of … [Read more...] about Unemployment rate drops
