Let us be realistic about Danny Jordaan's first 100 days in office as Executive Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality and pick out some stuff, from the 48 slides presented, that is a step in the right direction: People's Assemblies: Public meetings will take place at the Vuyisile Mini Square, in front of the City Hall as from October 2015. The practice of parking vehicles on Vuyisile Mini Square has been stopped as the square must return to its intended purpose as a … [Read more...] about It is so easy to spank Danny but…
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Opposition councillors will ‘boycott’ special council meeting
Dear MyPE Nelson Mandela Bay is a broken city – a city brought to its knees through a succession of ANC controlled administrations, riven by in-fighting, corruption and maladministration which have seen no fewer than four mayors with an equal number of municipal and city managers taking office. One could be forgiven for wondering whether revolving doors should perhaps be installed in these two offices. The current mess in which the ANC finds itself is one that is entirely of its own … [Read more...] about Opposition councillors will ‘boycott’ special council meeting
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Special Council Meeting
By directive of the Speaker, Cllr Maria Hermans, please be advised that a Special Council Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, 28 May at 10 am at the Nangoza Jebe Hall, Ntshekisa Road, Port Elizabeth. Items on the agenda are as follows: Election of Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor and Chief Whip The adoption of the IDP and Budgets Members of the public are welcome to attend but must be seated at 09:30 in order for the proceedings to start at 10am. … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Special Council Meeting
Jordaan must resign
The Economic Freedom Fighters want Danny Jordaan to resign from the SA Football Association following his new appointment as Nelson Mandela Bay mayor. "Jordaan must resign from the association since he has chosen active politics and life as an ANC politician," national spokesman Mbuyiseni Ndlozi said in a statement on Tuesday. "Jordaan must also resign to ensure that he does not render a body, that should be neutral and rally everyone regardless of their political affiliation, … [Read more...] about Jordaan must resign
Business congratulates Danny Jordaan
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber President Mandla Madwara and Chief Executive Kevin Hustler jointly congratulated new incoming Nelson Mandela Bay incoming Executive Mayor, Danny Jordaan saying; "The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber congratulates Danny Jordaan on his appointment as the new Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and Bicks Ndoni as his Deputy Mayor. On behalf of the business community, we wish Jordaan the very best in his new role, which offers an … [Read more...] about Business congratulates Danny Jordaan
Danny Jordaan – 4th Mayor in 6 Years
Port Elizabeth – President of the South African Football Association, Danny Jordaan, has been selected by the ANC as the new mayor for Nelson Mandela Bay. Jordaan, who hails from Port Elizabeth and who was instrumental in securing the FIFA 2010 World Cup, has been selected to replace 83-year-old Benson Fihla, who must still tender his resignation. At a press conference today, ANC secretary general Gwede Mantashe said Jordaan was one of three changes to top municipal leadership. Deputy … [Read more...] about Danny Jordaan – 4th Mayor in 6 Years
From Soccer boss to Mayor?
Port Elizabeth - As it desperately tries to hold onto its leadership in key metropolitan areas, the ANC has reportedly lobbied South African soccer boss Danny Jordaan to take on the role of executive mayor in the Nelson Mandela Bay metropolitan municipality. The party is struggling to maintain its popularity in urban areas, particularly the municipalities it governs, reported the Mail & Guardian on Friday. Three senior leaders told the newspaper that there was serious lobbying taking place … [Read more...] about From Soccer boss to Mayor?
Fancy yourself as the next Mayor?
Dear MyPE The DA has begun the process of electing a mayoral candidate for Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality. The DA is an open opportunity party and any suitable person is welcome to apply for the position and will go through our selection process. Applications need to be in by Tuesday, 31 March 2015 at 17:00. Applications can be made online at http://apply.da.org.za It is expected that the electoral college will sit in April. We believe that the Nelson Mandela Metropole … [Read more...] about Fancy yourself as the next Mayor?
Make white people live in shacks
Dear Ratepayers, Business and Civil Society, Following the failure of MEC of Local Governmenet Mlibo Qoboshiyane in September 2013 to deliver on his promise to place the NMB Metropolitan Municipality under administration for failure to comply with important regulations, mainly the appointment of key personnel including a City Manager, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Directors, the NMB Ratepayers Association proceeded with the submission of over 3000 ratepayer dispute forms. Six days … [Read more...] about Make white people live in shacks
Just where are the Port Elizabeth / Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Chains?
The very first election for Councillors (then known as Commissioners) in Port Elizabeth occurred on 3 December 1847 and 8 residents were chosen to look after the wards of Baakens River, The Market, The Church, Kemp's. J.O. Smith's, Hartman's, Toll and Hill. These eight men were, until recently, the forerunners and example for all servants of the people as they in the words of the day were; "... good, competent men chosen by popular vote to carry on the business of the Municipality, whose … [Read more...] about Just where are the Port Elizabeth / Nelson Mandela Bay Mayoral Chains?
DA Calls for Criminal Charges to be laid against Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor
The Democratic Alliance in Nelson Mandela Bay has today written to the MEC of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Mlibo Qoboshiyane, asking him to intervene by, among others, laying criminal charges against the Executive Mayor and the Deputy Mayor for political interference in the municipality's administration. In the letter the DA has expressed our disappointment at the resignation of the City Manager and called upon the MEC to intervene and take appropriate action to ensure that the … [Read more...] about DA Calls for Criminal Charges to be laid against Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor
Executive Mayor to surprise Windvogel man on his 100th birthday
Executive Mayor Benson Fihla will be surprising Mr Henry Leander, a resident from Windvogel, at 2:00 pm today on his 100th birthday. The surprise visit will be at Mr Leander's house at 46 First Avenue, Windvogel. Editor: Okay you lot, no jokes about the Mayor finding someone older than him in PE will be tolerated. … [Read more...] about Executive Mayor to surprise Windvogel man on his 100th birthday
Business as usual is now over, says newly elected Executive Mayor
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's newly elected Executive Mayor Nkosinathi Benson Fihla said today that business as usual is over as hard yards lay ahead to ensure that service delivery is drastically improved to the residents of Nelson Mandela Bay. Nkosinathi Benson Fihla tipped Leon de Villiers from the DA by 68 to 39 votes and the opposition's Knight Mali (40) lost against Thando Ngcolomba who secured 66 votes. "It is of crucial importance that we finalise the organisational structure … [Read more...] about Business as usual is now over, says newly elected Executive Mayor
Mandela Bay Leadership Change Welcomed
In welcoming the the decision taken by the ANC in finally applying itself to the notoriously dysfunctional Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, IFP Spokesperson on Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mr Peter Smith, MP, said that, "the removal of Zanoxolo Wayile as Mayor and the resignation of regional chairperson Nceba Faku, might, if the residents of the sorely-tested municipality are lucky, result in something positive". He called on the MEC for Co-operative … [Read more...] about Mandela Bay Leadership Change Welcomed
Mayor to Roar into Splash Opening
The executive mayor, Councilor Zanoxolo Wayile will be part of a motorbike parade to signal the opening of the 2012 Splash Festival. Mayor Wayile and a 20-bike entourage will depart from City Hall at 12h30 on Friday, April 6. They will travel to Hobie beach where the mayor will give his official opening address for the four day festival at 13h00. The 2012 Splash Festival runs from Friday, April 6 through to Monday, April 9. Splash offers free live entertainment from noon, plenty of beach … [Read more...] about Mayor to Roar into Splash Opening
