An unprecedented show of unity by all councillors of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality was acknowledged when the house raised their hands in unity for a well-balanced Adjustments Budget at a Special Council Meeting yesterday. In fact officials could not recall when last all political parties had voted in favour of a budget. This and the appreciation by opposition parties of the efforts of Dr Danny Jordaan, Executive Mayor, since he took office stood out in a chamber normally mired by … [Read more...] about R160 million cash backed adjustments budget unanimously approved
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Northern Areas Community Challenged to be part of a solution to fight gangsterism
"Soldiers and police cannot win the fight against gangsterism, drug trafficking and abuse if the community is not actively involved in rooting these out with all its elements in the communities where they live. Active citizenry and committed working community structures that work with government is the only answer for problems that are faced by the people of the Northern Areas," Minister of Police, Nathi Nhleko said while addressing a packed hall in Booysens Park yesterday. Police Minister … [Read more...] about Northern Areas Community Challenged to be part of a solution to fight gangsterism
Major Boost for Nelson Mandela Bay as host of Armed Forces Week
The Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay, Cllr Danny Jordaan, has expressed his gratitude to the Minister of Defence, Nosiviwe Mapisa Nqakula, for her decision to bring the inaugural Armed Forces Week to Nelson Mandela Bay. The Executive Mayor was speaking during a press conference held on board one of the South African Navy ships, the SAS Drakensburg, at the Port Elizabeth harbour on Friday, February 12, 2016. The press conference was held to give updates on the details of the Armed Forces … [Read more...] about Major Boost for Nelson Mandela Bay as host of Armed Forces Week
OK own up who voted for me?
We are running a fun poll on the front page of MyPE asking people to vote for either Athol or Danny or Other. At present Athol is leading. One of the options is Other and if you select it you may put the name of the person you would like to see as Mayor after the next Municipal Elections. Some dim wit/s have voted for me three times in the poll - now come on guys that is just not cricket as being involved in politics is a fate worse than death! And the dimmer wit who voted for 'that … [Read more...] about OK own up who voted for me?
Vision 2022 is the bedrock
As South Africa celebrates Bafana Bafana’s 20th anniversary of winning the African Cup of Nations in 1996, SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan promises that the good times are around the corner once again. Clive Barker’s side at the time scored two goals against Tunisia, courtesy of Mark Williams, to win their first and only AFCON tournament. Jordaan insist that with the 2022 vision in place, the future of Bafana Bafana will reap the benefits. “If one looks at the way our junior teams have … [Read more...] about Vision 2022 is the bedrock
Indonesian delegation extends a hand of friendship to Nelson Mandela Bay
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Dr Danny Jordaan hosted a high level Indonesian delegation interested in exploring positive relations and cooperation on multiple levels between the Cirebon City West Java and its South African counterpart at the Port Elizabeth City Hall today. The delegation, led by Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia Mr Abdul Rachman Dudung, initiated the visit with Mayor Jordaan as a precursor for further bilaterals, the exploration of areas of … [Read more...] about Indonesian delegation extends a hand of friendship to Nelson Mandela Bay
Mayor hailed for going beyond call of duty to support education
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Dr Danny Jordaan, was hailed by Premier Phumulo Masualle and Education MEC Mandla Makapula for going beyond the call of duty to provide support services for centres of learning in Nelson Mandela Bay and the handing over of school shoes to deserving learners. These statements were made at a press conference that followed an extensive Back to School tour in Nelson Mandela Bay, led by Premier Masualle, MEC Makapula and Mayor Jordaan since … [Read more...] about Mayor hailed for going beyond call of duty to support education
Government departments combine efforts in aid of fire victims
Government departments, convened by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Rapid Response Task Team, combined efforts today to provide relief for a family from Gelvandale and another from Schauderville after their houses were severely damaged during recent fires. The house of Mr Allan Damons in Zimdahl Street, Gelvandale was razed to the ground on Sunday, 27 December and Ms Elian Lepico from Coleridge Street, Schauderville suffered the same fate on Sunday, 3 January. Even though the … [Read more...] about Government departments combine efforts in aid of fire victims
Stabilising Schools in the Metro
Public Works Deputy Minister Jeremy Cronin says the appointment of 330 Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) non-teaching staff at 209 schools across Nelson Mandela Bay will contribute to the stability of schools in the municipality. The move, the Deputy Minister said, will also alleviate poverty and unemployment in the metro. Deputy Minister Cronin launched the EPWP Metro-wide Schools Ambassadors Programme at Helevale Recreational Centre in Port Elizabeth. The Deputy Minister said … [Read more...] about Stabilising Schools in the Metro
How do we get them to be kids again?
This lingering question by Dr Danny Jordaan, Executive Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, followed after he compared the life experiences of children from different suburbs in Nelson Mandela Bay and the effect crime had on them. Speaking at the launch of the Eastern Cape Provincial Festive Season safety operational plan, he pondered aloud how a child from Summerstrand and one from Helenvale might recite Humpty Dumpty on their way to school. "Perhaps the child from Helenvale … [Read more...] about How do we get them to be kids again?
Mayor Jordaan rejects pleas for solutions to bucket toilet crisis
Dear MyPE In a show of total disrespect for our peoples' dignity, Mayor Jordaan has refused to deal with community pleas to eradicate bucket toilets. Just as the municipality ducked and dived the South African Human Rights Commission's investigation into the prolific existence of bucket toilets, so too has the Mayor hidden behind his staff members when faced with tough questions. This uncaring ANC government in Nelson Mandela Bay is keeping our people in undignified conditions and … [Read more...] about Mayor Jordaan rejects pleas for solutions to bucket toilet crisis
CDC and metro join hands to realise benefits of mega projects at Coega IDZ
Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Dr Danny Jordaan and Coega Development Corporation (CDC) chief executive Pepi Silinga will, together with their technical teams, be fast tracking game changer projects. These projects, located in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), have the potential to dramatically transform the economy of the metro and province. The decision to work together was reached during a meeting between CDC, Mayor Jordaan and senior municipal officials on Thursday, 15 … [Read more...] about CDC and metro join hands to realise benefits of mega projects at Coega IDZ
Mpilo Mbambisa golden handshake approved by Danny Jordaan
Dear MyPE The DA rejects Mayor Danny Jordaan's announcement today that a large golden handshake to Municipal Manager, Mpilo Mbambisa, has been approved. A golden handshake to Mbambisa, who faces serious charges of financial misconduct, is an abandonment of our Constitution and a show of total disrespect for our democracy. In defence of South Africa's Constitution and Democracy, the DA will lay criminal charges against Mbambisa. This is in line with Section 173 of the Municipal Finance … [Read more...] about Mpilo Mbambisa golden handshake approved by Danny Jordaan
New House Brings Tears Of Joy
On Monday, 28 September 2015, the Chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Human Settlements Directorate, Cllr Novuyiselelo Thontsi, and ANC Chief Whip, Cllr Litho Suka, restored the dignity of a physically challenged local Veeplaas resident, Phumla Fente, who had been staying in a shack for more than 15 years. The handover was part of Constituency Monday: Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Chief Whip, Councillor Litho recently reinstated Constituency Monday, in terms of which the … [Read more...] about New House Brings Tears Of Joy
Charges Laid Against the Executive Mayor Danny Jordaan by Democratic Alliance
The office of the Executive Mayor has noted the charges of corruption laid by the Democratic Alliance against Dr Danny Jordaan today. The charges are pathetic and desperate attempt by the DA to tarnish Dr Jordann's name and distract him from the excellent work he is doing in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. This is not about the bribery allegations, but all about the DA's desperate attempt to position themselves for the 2016 local government elections. First, they accuse him of being a … [Read more...] about Charges Laid Against the Executive Mayor Danny Jordaan by Democratic Alliance
