Let us Summarise today's adjustments budget below for you: R600 Million - for poor people R400.8 Million for service delivery Are we on a slippery slope to "Kaka land"? Today the Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Councillor Babalwa Lobishe, at a Special Council Meeting presented her adjustments budget with these words: Today, I present the Adjustments Budget for the 2024/25 financial year—a budget that remains fully funded and break-even, ensuring that we continue to … [Read more...] about Are we on a slippery slope to “Kaka land”?
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Why NO UPROAR Over the Removal of Standpipe Installations?
During 2022 the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality under the then leadership of Councillor Eugene Johnson established ten (10) communal water collection points in various parts of the city. (See: https://mygqeberha.com/list-of-communal-water-collection-points-stand-pipes-and-water-tankers/). At the time the city planned for 24 such standpipe installations. MyGqeberha reported that the Stand Pipes in the Ward 6 area of Walmer Downs/Mangold Park cost R1 025 257.20 to erect. (See: … [Read more...] about Why NO UPROAR Over the Removal of Standpipe Installations?
Don’t Confuse Racism and Respect
It just so happens the bombardment of bite sized 'nuggets' of information one sees screaming past on the Ex-Twitter timeline does numb your brain and reactions. Unfortunately when one reacts it is normally in a negative, judging and/or condecending manner. We very seldom take the time to think about what the proper response would be and are almost always guided by our 'learned' response rooted in deep fear of being called out as a bully or, in South Africa's case, as a racist. Yesterday I … [Read more...] about Don’t Confuse Racism and Respect
If Only we DIDN’T Have a Water Supply Problem
Then we could add this renewable (?) energy hydro power solution to our water supply infrastructure system in Nelson Mandela Bay. The basic premise is simple: Instead of burning off excess pressure through friction like a traditional valve, In-pipe energy technology converts it into electricity to be used by the water agency.? The energy consumed for water and wastewater treatment is around 3% to 5% of total global energy consumption. That number is only going to increase and its carbon … [Read more...] about If Only we DIDN’T Have a Water Supply Problem
Motion of No Confidence in Gary van Niekerk – Ready, Steady, DOP
On 20 June 2023 the Defenders of the People served a notice on the Office of the Speaker of the Nelson Mandela Bay Council to bring a Motion of No Confidence in newly appointed Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Gary van Niekerk. DOP Councillor Tukela Zumanzi, supported by Councillor Luxolo Nanette gave notice in Terms of Rule 25 of the Council and Orders, read in conjunction with section 58 of the Municipal Structures Act 117 of 1998 that hey will be applying for the removal of the … [Read more...] about Motion of No Confidence in Gary van Niekerk – Ready, Steady, DOP
Dear DA – Will You NEVER Learn?
As one who wants to see the City run properly and has hope for the present political coalition in Nelson Mandela Bay it is with deep sadness that I write this in acknowledgement of the inescapable fact that the DA is like a small child in most homes - is only nice when he can get a sweetie or some reward, doesn't listen, doesn't bend, doesn't take well meaning guidance, reverts to type whenever the going gets tough and tantrums when he doesn't get his own way! I write this with reference to … [Read more...] about Dear DA – Will You NEVER Learn?
James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch – Port Elizabeth Business News
James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch: There is a new editor at the helm of the Dail. Deputy editor Cheri-Ann James takes over from Chiara Carter, who now becomes editor-in-chief of the Dispatch and the Herald and Weekend Post titles in ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. These are the most expensive South African cities to live in: with a score of 34.9). Port Elizabeth was not featured in 2020. The cost of living score for all South African cities in the ranking have … [Read more...] about James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch – Port Elizabeth Business News
James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch – Port Elizabeth in the News
James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch: There is a new editor at the helm of the Dail. Deputy editor Cheri-Ann James takes over from Chiara Carter, who now becomes editor-in-chief of the Dispatch and the Herald and Weekend Post titles in ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Man sentenced to 15 years for raping teenage relative: Police hail sentence as a victory in fight against gender-based violence. Offender was tracked down after two year on the run. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - … [Read more...] about James appointed editor for Daily Dispatch – Port Elizabeth in the News
Makhanda News: Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa
Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa: He served as a stringer focused on Makhanda (formerly known as Grahamstown) and surrounding areas for The Eastern Province Herald newspaper. He also worked for the State Information Technology ... Source: "Makhanda" - BingNews. South Africa: Minister Ayanda Dlodlo Visits Steve Biko Foundation and Nightingales Association, 18 Oct: The visit by Minister Dlodlo is a follow-up engagement after the Ministry for the Public … [Read more...] about Makhanda News: Sibonelo Radebe: business and economy editor, The Conversation Africa
Give the New MyPE a Test Drive
www.MyPE.co.za: After months of planning, weeks of development, days of anxiety and hours of indecision I finally decided to let you have a look at the new MyPE web site. Hit the Tweet button to the right to share this with your mates - I don't have any so I am relying on you to spread the word please Mom! Things will be a little bit skanky for the foreseeable future as I wrestle with migration of content (Yes or No), 301 re-directs (depending on migration), what to do with the forums (let … [Read more...] about Give the New MyPE a Test Drive
