The Driving Licence Division of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is currently experiencing delays in assisting the public mainly as a result of electronic equipment that is currently defective. While the National Department of Transport is responsible for the replacement and repair of this equipment, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is bringing three Live Scanning Units in from the Training College to ease these delays while new equipment is procured. The Licensing Division is in … [Read more...] about NMB Driving Licence Testing Centres delays
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Get on the National Book Week train
Nelson Mandela Bay residents will not just improve their enunciation but also improve their competiveness and acumen by making use of this education tool said Cllr Siyasanga Sijadu, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture at the launch of National Book Week in Uitenhage today. “Reading and writing will not only ensure that you will be able to articulate yourself better, it also provides you with the acumen to compete better in the marketplace. “One problem … [Read more...] about Get on the National Book Week train
Mzobanzi Jikazana is new Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Communications Director
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has welcomed Mr Mzobanzi Jikazana as its new Communications Director today. This follows after the previous Communications Director resigned in November 2015. Jikazana, who reported this morning for his first day in office, joined the Municipality after being the Director: Rapid Response for the Government Communications and Information System (GCIS) in Pretoria since November 2011. Mr Mzwake Clay, Chief Operating Officer, said Jikazana was an easy … [Read more...] about Mzobanzi Jikazana is new Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Communications Director
Thousands more receive poverty relief following changes to ATTP criteria
The number of impoverished households receiving poverty relief from the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality increased to more than 110 000 families in July following changes to the qualifying criteria providing crucial respite for struggling citizens. Exorbitant administration fees to offer this necessary service is also a thing of the past. Cllr Rory Riordan, Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Budget and Treasury, said with the new criteria coming into effect from 1 July an … [Read more...] about Thousands more receive poverty relief following changes to ATTP criteria
R100 million investment in Deal Party by Billson trucks
Locally based company Billson Trucks Port Elizabeth announced yesterday that it will invest a total of R100 million in expanding its business and build a modern state of the art facility at the Deal Party entrance to supply and service Volvo and UD Trucks in the Port Elizabeth area. This could potentially reinvigorate the traditional heartbeat of industry in the Bay. Mr Patrick Billson, owner of the company established in 1986 in Kempston Road, said the new development is envisaged to have a … [Read more...] about R100 million investment in Deal Party by Billson trucks
Youth Challenge postponed due to protest action
Protest action on the planned route for the second City of Champions Youth Challenge led to the postponement of the race. Organizers of the 2nd City of Champions Youth Challenge in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and safety and security apparatus postponed yesterday’s event as a precautionary measure in the interest of the safety of the athletes. Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Director for Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Noxolo Nqwazi, said the … [Read more...] about Youth Challenge postponed due to protest action
Smoke AND Fire for Athol Trollip
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has launched an internal investigation after claims emerged of DA leader Athol Trollip "helping" fire crews to extinguish a fire. The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality launched an internal investigation after pictures emerged of DA leader Athol Trollip on Saturday at a scene where Nelson Mandela Bay fire fighters were busy extinguishing a fire in a Port Elizabeth suburb. Cllr Fikile Desi, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, said the … [Read more...] about Smoke AND Fire for Athol Trollip
Executive Mayor extends condolences to the family of Ben Nomoyi
Executive Mayor Dr Danny Jordaan today expressed his deep sympathy to the family of Ben Nomoyi, playwright, scriptwriter, media trainer and director who passed away yesterday, after being hospitalised at Frere Hospital in East London. Nomoyi, (25 December 1939 - 12 June 2016) was born in Korsten and after forced removals grew up in New Brighton. "We are all saddened to learn of the passing of Ben Nomoyi. His enormous contribution to the television industry in South Africa is unrivalled. Over … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor extends condolences to the family of Ben Nomoyi
Nelson Mandela Metro turning the corner in housing delivery
Nelson Mandela Bay's Department of Human Settlements has turned the corner in its efforts to upscale service delivery, says acting Executive Director Mandla George. "We have been able to get contractors on site to build houses on scale, using all available capacity, under strict performance compliance," said George. Working with the Housing Development Agency (HDA), as an implementing agent of the three spheres of government following a Cabinet sanctioned intervention in the Metro, … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Metro turning the corner in housing delivery
City responds to report of imminent administration
The municipality reports that they became aware of a statement (see here for the statement on MyPE) riddled with untruths released by the DA. Acting City Manager Johann Mettler responds: The state of finance of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is stable, secure and good – and there is absolutely zero possibility of the Budget failing, of R1,77 million having been wasted, or of another qualified audit report based on the state of the institution's finances. The Budget that was tabled … [Read more...] about City responds to report of imminent administration
Bay Municipality’s first of its kind wi-fi service
The launch of a first of its kind wi-fi and wireless voice call service at the Walmer High School yesterday, subsequent to the wi-fi service launched at municipal libraries and customer care centres earlier this year, sets the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality apart from other municipalities in the country. The wi-fi and voice call service, which will be for sale at a fraction of the price charged by other providers, started in 2014 with high mast lighting infrastructure and retro-fitting it … [Read more...] about Bay Municipality’s first of its kind wi-fi service
Newly launched Bay Metro Police to hit the ground running
There was pomp and ceremony at the inaugural launch of the much-anticipated Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police, at the Vuyisile Mini Square with newly appointed officers ready to hit the ground running. An elated Executive Mayor Dr Danny Jordaan told guests that: "We have been waiting for this day to see our men and women in blue. The Metro Police must make a contribution to make our Metro a safe environment together with the South African Police Services. "The integrity of the … [Read more...] about Newly launched Bay Metro Police to hit the ground running
Free Wi-Fi provides access for NMMU students and residents #whereU@
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) project, active at 17 municipal buildings across the city, provides students with free access to Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University learning sites and residents with free access to the municipal website where they are (#whereU@). Launched by the Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services, Mr Siyabonga Cwele and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Dr Danny Jordaan in April, the municipal Wi-Fi service also … [Read more...] about Free Wi-Fi provides access for NMMU students and residents #whereU@
Executive Mayor Jordaan addresses Ward Committee Challenges and Payment
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Danny Jordaan, addressing Ward Committees at Nangoza Jebe Hall yesterday, 09 May 2016, stated: 'Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality needs to feel the pulse of its people all the time. Ward committees are the only vehicle that the Municipality can use to achieve that'. The meeting was called by the Executive Mayor to create a platform for him and Ward Committees to interact about the five-year plans of the Municipality and the challenges faced by … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor Jordaan addresses Ward Committee Challenges and Payment
Crucial municipal IDP and Budget public participation sessions kick off on Monday
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s public participation sessions to gather input from communities regarding its draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Budget kicks off on Monday, 9 May with sessions at the Port Elizabeth City Hall, Newton Park Library, Malabar Community Hall and the Gelvandale Community Hall starting at 18:00. Chapter 4 of the Municipal Systems Act, Act No. 32 of 2000, stipulates that a municipality must develop a culture of municipal governance that complements … [Read more...] about Crucial municipal IDP and Budget public participation sessions kick off on Monday
