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@AtholT Commits to eradicating Bucket Toilets

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Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Athol Trollip has committed his administration to eradicate the bucket system by the end of 2017. "Today I met with the SAHRC and raised a number of issues relating to ongoing investigations into service delivery backlogs in Nelson Mandela Bay, " said Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Athol Trollip. "Investigative delays by the SAHRC over many years have compromised the human rights of, and administrative justice for, the people of this Metro. "The … [Read more...] about @AtholT Commits to eradicating Bucket Toilets

Ban on Luxury Vehicles for politicians in Nelson Mandela Bay

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In a statement released today, the Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay, Athol Trollip, said; "The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality will no longer procure expensive luxury vehicles. Money that might have been spent on costly luxury motorcars will now be spent on improving service delivery. After this new government took office, there was a proposal to procure an Audi Q5 for the Deputy Executive Mayor, as the existing vehicle is no longer serviceable. After considering the acquisition of this … [Read more...] about Ban on Luxury Vehicles for politicians in Nelson Mandela Bay

“Life and times of Athol Trollip” exhibition?

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Looking through the archives of MyPE I came across a December 2014 announcement of plans to spend ratepayer money to honour former Executive Mayor Ben Fihla in the following manner: A Stage play titled "The life and times of Benson Fihla" - Thursday, 11 December at the Opera House The Benson Fihla Mayoral Golf day on Friday, 12 December at the Humewood Golf Course A Mayoral Gala Dinner on Friday, 12 December in the Venue: Selly Hall, Feather Market Centre A Formal opening of the … [Read more...] about “Life and times of Athol Trollip” exhibition?

Municipality embarks on comprehensive public participation programme

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Today the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro will embark on one of the most extensive public participation programmes ever rolled out in the municipality's history. With over 54 hours of scheduled meetings taking place across the Metro over the next 6 weeks, this new administration is working to deliver on its promise to take government to the people. I have asked all Members of the Mayoral Committee to be present at every meeting except where prior unavoidable community-based commitments … [Read more...] about Municipality embarks on comprehensive public participation programme

Executive Mayor Halts Unnecessary Travel Expenses

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In a statement issued today Nelson mandela Bay Executive Mayor Athol Trollip has prohibited all Business and First Class travel for Nelson Mandela Bay officials and public representatives. "In ongoing effort to cut costs, I have issued an instruction to prohibit all Business and First Class domestic air travel for Nelson Mandela Bay officials and public representatives. Under previous administrations, an excessive amount of money was spent on luxurious travel instead of on service delivery. … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor Halts Unnecessary Travel Expenses

Statement by Executive Mayor Athol Trollip on the freezing of the Mohlaleng Media contract pending a full investigation

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In a statement released today the Mayor said: I have today asked the City Manager to freeze the Municipality's contract with Mohlaleng Media with immediate effect, and conduct a comprehensive investigation into the deal. Last week I requested a report on the terms of agreement and total expenditure relating to the contract with Mohlaleng Media, which was first signed on the 16th October 2014. I was disturbed to learn that the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality had spent in excess of R21 … [Read more...] about Statement by Executive Mayor Athol Trollip on the freezing of the Mohlaleng Media contract pending a full investigation

Trollip promises R1 Million savings per day for 100 days

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Below is a full statement by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Councillor Athol Trollip to a sitting of council at the Woolboard buildings on 31 August 2016 at 09h00. (Editor: You may want to read Danny Jordaan’s first official speech as Mayor later) Speaker of Council Deputy Executive Mayor Mayoral Committee Members Councillors Acting City Manager Officials Media Ladies and gentlemen in the public gallery Molweni, Good morning, Goeiemôre. As this newly elected … [Read more...] about Trollip promises R1 Million savings per day for 100 days

Athol Trollip on Our City and it’s Future

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On the morning of 22 August 2016 at 7:40 am, Gareth Burley, host of The Big Breakfast on Kingfisher FM, was privileged to talk to Nelson Mandela Bay's new mayor - Athol Trollip. Kingfisher undertook to support the prayer initiatives that took place all across the Bay during the elections as thousands went on their knees to pray for our leadership and governing bodies. In addition the staff at Kingfisher have spent countless hours in discussion with business owners and entrepreneurs across … [Read more...] about Athol Trollip on Our City and it’s Future

Athol Trollip’s First Address as Mayor

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The full inaugural address from the new Executive Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Athol Trollip. Some Takeaways: "We have a lot of work to do here in Nelson Mandela Bay‚ and it starts right here‚ right now." "It is humbling that in the city named after our iconic President, Nelson Mandela, that it is now our responsibility to cooperate with other opposition parties in the spirit of reconciliation and redress to deliver good governance to the people of this city. I … [Read more...] about Athol Trollip’s First Address as Mayor

WTF – The Mayoral Chains appear

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The Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Chains are placed on Athol Trollip by Speaker Jonathan Lawack. On 23 September 2013 the Communications Office of Nelson Mandela Bay was asked by MyPE where the Mayoral Chains were, only to be answered with deafening silence. See: http://mype.co.za/new/just-where-are-the-port-elizabeth-nelson-mandela-bay-mayoral-chains/29460/2013/09 Today the Mayoral Chains 'magically appeared'. "Someone remembered which safe they were in," said Johann Mettler the City … [Read more...] about WTF – The Mayoral Chains appear

Athol Trollip to be elected Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Metro today

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The DA's Athol Trollip is expected to be elected Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Metro in Port Elizabeth on Thursday as the party takes political control of the municipality, with the help of smaller parties. The DA has formed a coalition government with ACDP, UDM and COPE to wrestle control of the municipality named after Nelson Mandela, from the ANC. Related Videos: How do you Feel? - Nelson Mandela Bay Coalition partners and the Democratic Alliance were asked; "How do you feel?" at the … [Read more...] about Athol Trollip to be elected Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Metro today

Condolences on passing of former EC Premier Makhenkesi Stofile

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Dear MyPE It is with sadness that I have learned of the passing of former Eastern Cape Premier and South Africa’s ambassador to Germany, Rev. Makhenkesi Stofile, this morning. On behalf of the Democratic Alliance, I convey our condolences to Rev. Stofile’s family and to the ANC on his passing. We pray that God will provide them with strength during this difficult time. Regards Athol Trollip … [Read more...] about Condolences on passing of former EC Premier Makhenkesi Stofile