Following a Spaza clampdown operation led by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe and Mayoral Committee member for Public Health, Cllr Buyeye, four undocumented nationals were detained by Metro Police and one was arrested. Large amounts of expired food, illegally sold medication, cosmetics and fireworks were confiscated and related fines issued to the transgressors early this morning in KwaZakhele. The raids continue to intensify after Executive … [Read more...] about Mayor v Illegal Spaza Shops Round 2
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Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
The newly-appointed mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe has started her term of office by targeting immigrant-owned spaza shops. Eight shops were closed on Monday. The newly elected Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Babalwa Lobishe ordered the closure of eight immigrant-owned shops on Monday afternoon, in an operation conducted jointly by health and Home Affairs officials, SAPS and metro police, and the City’s economic development and electricity directorates. On Tuesday, mayco member for … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops
MBDA Unveils CCTV Control Room
Yesterday saw the launch of a state-of-the-art security intervention facility aimed at reducing crime and increasing the peace and safety of the residents of Nelson Mandela Bay. The launch comes at the end of a 7-month process of investment into the safety and security of the mandate areas of the Mandela Bay Development Agency. Attendees were officially welcomed by MBDA Board Chairperson, Glenda Perumal, who stressed the importance of partnerships and collaboration in tackling issues … [Read more...] about MBDA Unveils CCTV Control Room
Electricity MMC meets with disgruntled residents
Following a site visit to assess the damage caused by an explosion at the Motherwell substation that plunged the area into darkness on Monday night, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Electricity and Energy Mayoral Committee Member, Cllr Ziyanda Mnqokoyi said affected residents can expect power to be fully restored by Tuesday, 12 November 2024, evening following a swift response by electricity teams. However due to our team’s diligent work, power has already been restored in all affected … [Read more...] about Electricity MMC meets with disgruntled residents
NMBM Reintroduces the learn to swim programme
The safety of bathers and provision of qualified lifeguards at Nelson Mandela Bay swimming pools will be a priority, thanks to the reintroduction of the Learn to Swim programme being launched at the end of November 2024. This will be delivered in a two-category format. The first category is for children from 5 to 16 years, focusing mainly on beginners. It will teach basic water safety and swimming. The second category is for young people from 16 to 35 years, focusing more on advanced … [Read more...] about NMBM Reintroduces the learn to swim programme
Major Shake-up for NMB Disaster Management
A new Disaster Management Head has been appointed to take up this responsibility to alleviate the negative effects caused by disasters across the Metro. Dr. Sindisiwe “Sindi” Nyide, has hit the ground running after joining the Metro effective from 23 October 2024. She joins the Metro at a critical time as flood disasters have become frequent in the Bay. Part of the shake-up she will lead includes the development of medium to long term sustainable disaster mitigation plans, proactive disaster … [Read more...] about Major Shake-up for NMB Disaster Management
Why AIM joined the GLU
Abantu Integrity Movement (AIM) has joined the new government of local unity (GLU) in Nelson Mandela Bay. Councillor Khusta Jack who previously served as Deputy Mayor, has taken up the position of Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Corporate Services. Said Cllr Jack; “The advent of the Government of National Unity has ushered in a new era of hope for our country, hope that politicians who previously expended much of their energies on ideological differences will now focus their … [Read more...] about Why AIM joined the GLU
Crack down on illegal business practices in Kwazakhele
This multi-departmental initiative involved the Safety and Security Directorate, Public Health, EDTA, Electricity & Energy, Metro Police, Budget & Treasury, South African Police Services (SAPS), and Immigration Services. The operation targeted unlawful activities at local spaza shops, leading to the closure of four shops for non-compliance. Authorities discovered counterfeit goods, including rice packaged in plastic bags, coffee, cooking oil, and creams, which posed serious risks to … [Read more...] about Crack down on illegal business practices in Kwazakhele
Podcasts Come of Age at the Inaugural South African Podcast Awards
Podcasting has officially come of age in South Africa, a milestone celebrated with the inaugural South African Podcasters Awards (SAPA) held on Saturday, 2 November. This historic event saw watch parties and gatherings nationwide, connecting creators and fans in honour of a medium that has evolved from niche to mainstream. Formed to support and celebrate South African podcasters, the SA Podcasters Guild includes over 300 creators from genres as varied as comedy, business, music, and true crime, … [Read more...] about Podcasts Come of Age at the Inaugural South African Podcast Awards
Mayoral Committee V20241108
On Friday 8 November 2024, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, officially announced the new Mayoral Committee during a special event held at the Council Chambers, City Hall. In her address, Mayor Lobishe reaffirmed her commitment to improving service delivery and fostering collaboration with various stakeholders, including civil society, businesses, State-owned enterprises, and community initiatives. “In my acceptance speech, I committed to improving … [Read more...] about Mayoral Committee V20241108
Driving Safety Forward: Netstar’s Four-Year Commitment to Transforming Scholar Transport.
Driving Safety Forward: Netstar’s four-year Commitment to transforming Scholar Transport. In 2020, the Road Safety Partnership South Africa launched the “Safe to School, Safe to Home” Scholar Transport Programme, aimed at enhancing the safety of school transport in the eThekwini region. This initiative, sponsored by Toyota South Africa Motors (Pty) Ltd and supported by key partners including Netstar, was designed to address the alarming rates of road crashes involving school children. The … [Read more...] about Driving Safety Forward: Netstar’s Four-Year Commitment to Transforming Scholar Transport.
Cable Theft Suspects Caught, Mayor’s Initiative Yields Results
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe’s timely tip off foiled a cable theft attempt, resulting to two arrests by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police on Wednesday, 07 November 2024. Following the tip-off, Metro Police Management mobilized operational units to conduct targeted patrols in surrounding areas, yielding tangible results. Arrests were ensued after two suspects in possession of stolen copper cables were caught at KwaDwesi, Peserverance … [Read more...] about Cable Theft Suspects Caught, Mayor’s Initiative Yields Results
Quality of water at Nelson Mandela Bay beaches safe for beachgoers
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality acknowledges all legitimate concerns raised around safety of our beaches, however in the unfortunate article published in The Herald newspaper, titled “SEWER MUCK-UP: Will beaches be safe for summer?” inaccurate information is presented, thus creating unverified and unnecessary panic amongst the public, especially those who use our beaches and benefit in the beach’s economic value chain. Firstly, it is important to mention that the Nelson Mandela Bay … [Read more...] about Quality of water at Nelson Mandela Bay beaches safe for beachgoers
Executive Mayor, Lobishe engages Kariega community on service delivery
Newly elected Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, engaged with the community of Kariega during a meeting at Babs Madlakane Hall on Thursday, 6 November 2024. The engagement session was aimed at updating residents on current service delivery improvement plans and providing a comprehensive post-disaster update, following the recent triple floods that affected the area. The meeting was attended by representatives from various directorates, including … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor, Lobishe engages Kariega community on service delivery
Executive Mayor’s flood relief team prioritises the vulnerable
“It is unacceptable and inhumane to have physically challenged, sick and elderly frail persons living in flooded areas. Even a day in such conditions cannot be acceptable”. These were the words of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe following the flood relief assistance efforts that she led on Monday, Tuesday and this morning in Kariega and the former Ibhayi area. She was addressing the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) this morning, where senior municipal … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor’s flood relief team prioritises the vulnerable
