This is in specific reference to the appointment and then withdrawal of that appointment of Vuyo Molokoti as the new Municipal Manager to replace Johann Mettler who was seconded to NMBM from the Drakenstein Municipality. See: Vuyo Mlokoti – new Municipal Manager for Nelson Mandela Bay for background I must confess that I have always admired Mettler, a no nonsense son of a preacher man who is intelligent, likeable and has a record of instituting positive change. So, I may be a bit biased … [Read more...] about Dear Municipality – Save R500K and hire me to drive Google for you
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Vuyo Mlokoti – new Municipal Manager for Nelson Mandela Bay
UPDATE: On 25 November the decision to appoint Mlokoti was reversed and Acting Municipal Manager, Johann Mettler appointed to the Top Job - See: Dear Municipality – Save R500K and hire me to drive Google for you for the reasons. The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has appointed a Municipal Manager to replace acting Municipal Manager Johann Mettler. Vuyo Mlokoti will take over from Mettler on 1 December 2016. In excess of 70 candidates applied for the position and the last interviews … [Read more...] about Vuyo Mlokoti – new Municipal Manager for Nelson Mandela Bay
Municipal Manager and Infighting – Enough is Enough
The Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan council took three years to appoint a permanent Municipal Manager - in that time the city lost many Municipal Directors and competent staff along with becoming the laughing stock of every city in South Africa. In less than three months after the appointment of Dr Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela as Municipal Manager in late February 2013 we have seen the political infighting lead to calls for the removal of Dr Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela who has been threatened with … [Read more...] about Municipal Manager and Infighting – Enough is Enough
Civil Society supports NMBMM Municipal Manager, Dr Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, the South African NGO Coalition, the Nelson Mandela Bay Ratepayers Association and Cosatu have recognised the need to the citizens and associations in Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch to stand together against the 'shenanigans' currently taking place at City Hall. This coalition believes that it is their duty as civil society organizations, and representatives of the interests of business in Nelson Mandela Bay, to state firmly and clearly that; … [Read more...] about Civil Society supports NMBMM Municipal Manager, Dr Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela
Appointment of Municipal Manager Welcomed
The IFP welcomes the appointment of the new Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality manager, Dr. Lindiwe Msengana-Ndlela after the municipality has been without a municipal manager for more than three years. The IFP wonders what has taken the municipality so long to appoint a municipal manager and hope that the new municipal manager, will bring stability, good governance and credibility in the metro and end corruption. The IFP further hopes that Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan mayor, Zanoxolo Wayile … [Read more...] about Appointment of Municipal Manager Welcomed
Minister of Cooperative Governance to be asked to intervene in Mandela Metro municipal manager fiasco
The Democratic Alliance in the Eastern Cape Legislature has asked for the Minister of Cooperative Governance, Richard Baloyi, to intervene in the delay of appointing a municipal manager for the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro. I have today engaged with my parliamentary colleague, John Steenhuizen, DA Shadow Minister of Cooperative Governance and asked him to get the minister to intervene in the matter. The dithering of the MEC for Local Government, Mlibo Qoboshiyane, shows that he and his … [Read more...] about Minister of Cooperative Governance to be asked to intervene in Mandela Metro municipal manager fiasco
Oh Woe are we with Acting Municipal Manager THREE
In the hopes of seeing some positive action and a suspension to the ongoing political infighting and growing number of municipal actors (we only have one permanent municipal executive director supported by a bunch of acting directors and managers) I toddled along to the special meeting of Council this morning at 10:00 am. I have been avoiding visits to council as they just serve to depress my cynical self and it was with joy in my heart and a skip in my step that I entered the hallowed halls … [Read more...] about Oh Woe are we with Acting Municipal Manager THREE
Criminal Charge Laid Against Former Acting Municipal Manager
On 29 November 2012, the Democratic Alliance laid a criminal charge with the SAPS against the former Acting Municipal Manager of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, Mr. T Hani. The charge was made in terms of Section 173 of the Municipal Finance Management Act 56 of 2003. This section deals with financial misconduct and the onus on accounting officers to inter alia, combat corruption and implement supply chain management policies. There was a duty on Mr. Hani to act in the … [Read more...] about Criminal Charge Laid Against Former Acting Municipal Manager
Will Someone Competent Please Apply for these jobs
The NMB Municipality is looking for a Municipal Manager and a Financial Officer. Click here first to see if you COULD qualify. TITLE: Municipal Manager and Chief Financial Officer PUBLISHED DATE: 10-Sep-2012 CLOSING DATE: 21-Sep-2012 VACANCIES The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender, creed and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and … [Read more...] about Will Someone Competent Please Apply for these jobs
Legislature “too busy” to debate illegal appointment of Mandela Metro Municipal Manager
The Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature is "too busy" to want to debate the continued illegal appointment of Temba Hani Acting Municipal Manager of Nelson Mandela Bay Metro. In a statement to the media last week I proposed that I would seek a special debate in the Legislature this week on the matter. In terms of the Rules of Order of the Legislature I requested the Speaker in writing on Monday, 22 July 2012, to consider this matter for debate. This morning the Chief Whip of the … [Read more...] about Legislature “too busy” to debate illegal appointment of Mandela Metro Municipal Manager
Municipal Manager Themba Hani’s continued appointment is unlawful from today.
The continued appointment of the acting municipal manager of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Themba Hani, is unlawful from today. Resolution 17 of the metro council, taken in March this year, stated that: "The extended acting appointment period commences on 19th March 2012 and terminates on 18th July 2012 or upon the appointment of a municipal manager, whichever occurs first". I have written to the Speaker of the Provincial Legislature asking for a snap debate on this matter when the … [Read more...] about Municipal Manager Themba Hani’s continued appointment is unlawful from today.
Municipal manager found guilty of financial misconduct to head Sundays River Municipality
The current Municipal Manager of Bitou Municipality (Plettenberg Bay) has been accepted as Municipal Manager of Sundays River Municipality despite being found guilty of financial misconduct. The incumbent, Lonwabo Ngoqo has been found guilty on four of seven financial misconduct charges brought against him in 2011. Despite a less than favourable financial situation at Sunday’s River Municipality, Ngoqo has requested in his letter of acceptance that the offered salary of R850 000.00 be … [Read more...] about Municipal manager found guilty of financial misconduct to head Sundays River Municipality
Leaked Documents Show that Dr SW Vatala was the 1st Choice for Municipal Manager Position
Hot on the heels of this letter to the Editor - Orchestrated political crises in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality - came a set of documents from a 'Concerned member of the ANC'. The documents show that the Executive Mayor, Zanoxolo Wayile, convened a panel to advise him in line with the recruitment of a new Municipal Manager to replace the Acting Municipal Manager, Elias Ntoba. This panel consisted of 4 internal and 4 external panelists under the chairmanship of Deputy Mayor, Nancy … [Read more...] about Leaked Documents Show that Dr SW Vatala was the 1st Choice for Municipal Manager Position
Orchestrated political crises in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Dear Editor The letter of the Executive Mayor to comrade Derek Hanekom published on the 20th October 2011 Herald newspaper is a cause for serious concern to me as a member of this great movement, the African National Congress. I found the contents of the letter misleading and dangerous to the unity of our organization. The contents disapprove the trust the organization placed on Mr Wayile when he was deployed in this highly responsible position in Council. Mr. Wayile, NMBM Executive … [Read more...] about Orchestrated political crises in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Municipal Manager’s Job Finally Up for Grabs
After who knows how long the Municipality has finally advertised the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipal Manager's position. The Acting Municipal Manager position was held since August 2009, by well known Upington actor and Frequent Flyer, Elias Ntoba. Before becoming Acting Municipal Manager Ntoba resided and worked in the Northern Cape and was municipal manager of the 100 000 strong community Khara Hais district which has its seat in Upington. Thus, a big step up for Ntoba to manage the NMB … [Read more...] about Municipal Manager’s Job Finally Up for Grabs
