The Department of Public Service and Administration will host a dialogue aimed at finding ways to improve the financial and organisational performance systems in government and State entities. The dialogue is part of activities for Integrated Public Service Month (IPSM) and will be led by Public Service and Administration Minister, Ayanda Dlodlo. “The dialogue to be held virtually on Thursday will see the Office of the Auditor- General, National Treasury and the Department of Monitoring and … [Read more...] about Seeking ways to boost Government’s financial performance
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Condolences for Magwaza-Msibi
International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Zanele Magwaza-Msibi following the announcement of her passing on Monday.Pandor in a statement said Magwaza-Msibi, the Founder and President of the National Freedom Party, played an important role in assisting her to steer the Department of Science and Technology when she became the Deputy Minister in 2014. Zanele Magwaza-Msibi “In her, I found a … [Read more...] about Condolences for Magwaza-Msibi
Nelson Mandela Bay insignificant dam level increase – NMBM
The combined dam levels have only increased by 0.01% since August 31, 2021. This comes at the background of high consumption levels of way above 280 kl per day. As a result of this, Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Infrastructure and Engineering, Councillor Thsonono Buyeye has instructed municipal water services officials to accelerate the implementation of all water pressure and control management measures. The measures include, installation of water restrictors to high water users, … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay insignificant dam level increase – NMBM
Exploring the autonomy of public varsities
The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, Science and Technology is set to host a colloquium aimed at building stronger links between institutions of higher learning and the public they represent.“The objective of the colloquium is to engage all stakeholders on the concept of institutional autonomy, aimed at strengthening institutions of higher learning by harnessing a healthy relationship between institutional autonomy and public accountability,” committee chairperson, Nompendulo Mkhatshwa, … [Read more...] about Exploring the autonomy of public varsities
GBV bills passed
The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) has passed gender-based violence (GBV) bills during its virtual sitting on Wednesday.The three bills – namely the Criminal and Related Matters Amendment Bill, Domestic Violence Amendment Bill and the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act Amendment Bill – will change the landscape in terms of how government departments, law enforcement and the courts deal with cases of violence against women and the vulnerable. The bills were … [Read more...] about GBV bills passed
Liliesleaf Farm media reports under fire
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has taken a “dim view” on allegations by the Liliesleaf Trust that the department had not provided the financial support needed to keep the historical site, Liliesleaf Farm, operational.This after media reports that the site in Rivonia, Johannesburg, would be closing its doors indefinitely and that it had been buckling under financial pressure for some time. From 1961 to 1963, Liliesleaf Farm acted as a hideout and hub for members of South Africa’s … [Read more...] about Liliesleaf Farm media reports under fire
New domestic routes and aviation incentive programme augurs well for tourism – NMBM
Despite the prevailing crippling effect of the coronavirus pandemic on the tourism and hospitality industry, the establishment of the CemAir routes from Gqeberha to East London and Bloemfontein respectively, is an important step towards revitalising the industry. CemAir, in existence for the last 16 years, will initially operate thrice weekly to the King Phalo Airport (East London) and four times a week to the Bram Fischer Airport in Bloemfontein from 15 September. The … [Read more...] about New domestic routes and aviation incentive programme augurs well for tourism – NMBM
Liliesleaf Financial Support Withdrawn
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has emphasised the importance of institutions funded by government to account for public funds.This comes after Wednesday’s announcement of the closure of Liliesleaf national heritage site, which was attributed to a funding crisis that was faced by the organisation for several years. Between 1961 and 1963, Liliesleaf served as the secret headquarters and nerve centre of the African National Congress (ANC), South African Communist Party (SACP), Umkhonto … [Read more...] about Liliesleaf Financial Support Withdrawn
NMBM kicks off Waste Management project for the future – NMBM
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality showed its commitment to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment through action on Thursday, 2 September 2021, launching a home recycling programme in Westering, Gqeberha. The project called, Source Separation Pilot Recycling Project seeks to encourage residents to recycle by separating waste according to different categories in their own homes. The intention of this pilot project is to introduce waste recycling as one of the pillars of waste management … [Read more...] about NMBM kicks off Waste Management project for the future – NMBM
Teach children about our cultural heritage
As South Africa celebrates Heritage Month, the Minister for Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has called on South Africans to pass on their cultural heritage to children.“Our call to action is in our cultural endeavours to promote conversations and illustrations of South Africans sharing with each other in food, music, rights and created knowledge on indigenous practice system,” the Minister said on Thursday. Mthethwa officially launched Heritage Month, which is being celebrated under the … [Read more...] about Teach children about our cultural heritage
PPE handover to NMBM by the Taiwanese Governement – NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Nqaba Bhanga, has welcomed a significant donation of Personal Protective Equipment from the Taiwanese Government that was handed over on Tuesday to assist the City in its battle with the COVID-19 third wave of infections. With a total of 3073 COVID-19 active cases currently, the City is continuing to partner with different stakeholders in an effort to decrease the increasing number of active cases and deaths while also encouraging more … [Read more...] about PPE handover to NMBM by the Taiwanese Governement – NMBM
NMBM turns dumpsite into wellness an playground park – NMBM
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality celebrated the start of the spring season in style by launching a tree planting project and opening a new children and outdoor gym park in Ward 55, Motherwell. The event was also in celebration of Arbor Week, a week dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of tree planting to improve the environment. The event was officiated by Member of the Mayoral Committee for Public Health, Cllr Lance Grootboom. Speaking at the event, Cllr Grootboom said the … [Read more...] about NMBM turns dumpsite into wellness an playground park – NMBM
Hijack to Arrest – 30 Minutes
GQEBERHA – Within 30 minutes after a 40-year-old man was allegedly hijacked at a garage in Humewood, two suspects were arrested and the hijacked vehicle recovered.It is alleged that on Sunday evening, 29 August 2021 at about 23:00, the complainant was at a garage in Rink Street in central when three unknown males approached his vehicle and got in. He was pointed with a firearm and ordered to drive to Richmond Hill and get out. The suspects drove off with his grey Suzuki sedan. At about 23:25, … [Read more...] about Hijack to Arrest – 30 Minutes
NMB continues to battle the Covid-19 third wave – NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Deputy Executive Mayor, Cllr Luxolo Namette has urged all residents to be vigilant as 21 COVID-19 deaths have been reported by hospitals within the City from 22-30 August 2021. During the Joint Operating Centre (JOC) meeting on Tuesday, the Department of Health highlighted that although the COVID-19 vaccination rollout was improving, the COVID-19 positivity rate in the City remained a concern at 31.4% positivity rate among residents who were testing. "We are sad to … [Read more...] about NMB continues to battle the Covid-19 third wave – NMBM
Taxi industry in NMB embraces Covid-19 vaccination drive at taxi ranks – NMBM
Taxi bosses and operators in Nelson Mandela Bay have embraced the COVID-19 vaccination drive which has been brought to taxi ranks by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and Department of Health. The vaccination drive in taxi ranks is receiving momentum with the Terminus taxi rank being the latest spot where COVID-19 vaccination and compliance monitoring was conducted on Tuesday, 25 August 2021. This is in addition to the eNjoli Taxi Rank vaccination site and the pop-up vaccination site which … [Read more...] about Taxi industry in NMB embraces Covid-19 vaccination drive at taxi ranks – NMBM
