Today, Nosimo Balindlela and Jane Cowley were sworn in as DA Members of the Provincial Legislature by the Speaker, Noxolo Kiviet. Nosimo Balindlela is no stranger to the Provincial Legislature as she has served as Premier and MEC before. Jane Cowley was the Leader of the DA Ndlambe Council Caucus. She is also an experienced educationalist who served as the principal of a farm school for 12 years and taught at township schools. She has a master’s degree in Education. Both of these members … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Legislature welcomes Nosimo Balindlela and Jane Cowley
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Eastern Cape Premier sworn in, new speaker elected
The Eastern Cape has a new number one citizen at the helm, Phumulo Masualle - who replaces the previous incumbent, Noxolo Kiviet. The Premier was sworn in on Wednesday morning along with other members of the legislature (MPLs). After all members were sworn in, nominations for the positions of Premier, Speaker and Deputy Speaker were submitted. Former Finance MEC Masualle was, after being sworn in, voted in as Premier, while his predecessor Noxolo Kiviet was sworn in as the … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Premier sworn in, new speaker elected
Over 1 500 schools built in Eastern Cape
Government has since the dawn of democracy built 1 516 new schools in the Eastern Cape, 202 of which were constructed during the current term, says Premier Noxolo Kievit. Delivering her State of the Province Address in the provincial Legislature on Friday, Premier Kievit said 1 467 of the schools were funded from the provincial infrastructure budget and 49 were built through the national Department of Education's Accelerated School Infrastructure Development Initiative (ASIDI) which started … [Read more...] about Over 1 500 schools built in Eastern Cape
Deepest sympathy after loss of Premier Kiviet’s partner
It is with shock and disbelief that I learned of the passing on Monday, 21 October of the life partner of Eastern Cape Premier Noxolo Kiviet. Premier Kiviet and her partner, Nikuxolo Siqingqi shared a very close relationship. I want to convey my and my party's deepest and most sincere condolences at the loss of her life partner and father of her children. We pray that she will be sustained at this time of grief and mourning by the love of God and of her family, as well as the endearing … [Read more...] about Deepest sympathy after loss of Premier Kiviet’s partner
More East Cape families to receive homes
Eastern Cape Premier Noxolo Kiviet and the MEC for Human Settlements, Helen Sauls-August, will on Friday, 27 September, hand over houses built under the Informal Settlements Upgrading Programme in Mayfield, Grahamstown. Through the project, 175 units have been completed, while 397 units are at various stages of construction, with a budget of R103 million. The Mayfield Housing Project was identified as a project under the Breaking New Ground strategy, which entails a comprehensive plan for … [Read more...] about More East Cape families to receive homes
Thumbs up from Business and Government for Southern Kings
East Cape Premier Noxolo Kiviet popped in to meet privately with the Southern Kings Team today ahead of their crunch match on Friday 26 July in Port Elizabeth. Kiviet thanked the players for their contribution to the province and wished "her team" th ebest of luck for to-morrow's game. Business in Nelson Mandela Bay also added its voice to the growing support for the Southern Kings ahead of their clash against the MTN Lions for the right to remain in the Super Rugby competition next … [Read more...] about Thumbs up from Business and Government for Southern Kings
SOPA – Eastern Cape challenges remain, Education and Health still a priority
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government exceeded its own target when it created close to 110 000 job opportunities by end of last year through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). But officials say the high employment rate in the province remains a concern. Premier Noxolo Kiviet, in her State of the Province Address on Friday, said more than R24 million was set aside to support 27 struggling companies with R10.5 million having been disbursed to companies where 2 460 jobs were … [Read more...] about SOPA – Eastern Cape challenges remain, Education and Health still a priority
HOD vacancies a golden opportunity for fresh start in Eastern Cape
The Premier of the Eastern Cape, Noxolo Kiviet, has a golden opportunity to present the provincial administration with a fresh start when she appoints five new heads of department. The Premier must ensure that the HODs that fill these vacancies are fit for purpose. The DA believes they need to have the required leadership ability and experience to hold departmental officials to account for poor performance. They also need to be the best people for the job, and not simply deployed … [Read more...] about HOD vacancies a golden opportunity for fresh start in Eastern Cape
DA Offers Support to Premier
Municipalities and the province do not have sufficient resources to fix our devasted roads. National intervention is critical. DA offers full support to Premier to lobby National for reconstruction funds I have today written to Premier Noxolo Kiviet offering the DA's full support at Provincial and National level to lobby funds for the reconstruction of our devastated roads network. My colleague in the National Assembly, Athol Trollip, will introduce a member's statement later on this week … [Read more...] about DA Offers Support to Premier
Premier must deal with provincial officials for non-payment to municipalities
If Premier Noxolo Kiviet is serious about statements made to the media about dealing with non-payment by provincial departments to municipalities, she should deal with the provincial officials responsible rather than suggesting municipalities cut off provision of services to departments if they have not paid. For the Premier’s statement, click here. The Premier is correct in highlighting this critical issue, but she should not use municipal cut-offs as the stick to beat provincial departments … [Read more...] about Premier must deal with provincial officials for non-payment to municipalities
Premier’s talk on civil servant insider-trading must become tough action
You are spot-on, Madam Premier but you have been talking tough for almost a year on insider-trading by civil servants and you cannot hide behind the Constitution. Start tightening the screws. Councillors, in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act, cannot trade with councils. It is the same principal when it comes to civil servants. Firm action is needed as a matter of urgency. Stop dragging your heels. The Auditor-General's report on municipalities found that civil servants in the … [Read more...] about Premier’s talk on civil servant insider-trading must become tough action
Premier admits challenges in fight against corruption
Eastern Cape Premier Noxolo Kiviet has conceded that her provincial government's campaign to significantly reduce corruption in the province has seen challenges. Speaking at the release of the Auditor General's findings of the province's municipal audits on Tuesday, Kiviet said there had only been minimal improvements in the fight against corruption. "Before the next audit we are going to find those involved in corruption and punish them, even if it means they have to be jailed. The time … [Read more...] about Premier admits challenges in fight against corruption
East Cape State of the Province Address all about JOBS
The Eastern Cape hopes to create 116 958 jobs in the coming financial year, Premier Noxolo Kiviet said on Friday. Delivering the State of the Province Address, the premier said although the country’s unemployment rate had decreased, the provincial unemployment rate of 27.1% was still high. "However, we are pleased to report that out of a target of 94 504 job opportunities announced for Phase 2 of the Expanded Public Works Programme, a total of 110 472 work opportunities have to date been … [Read more...] about East Cape State of the Province Address all about JOBS
Expectations for State of the Province Address
Noxolo Kiviet, the Premier of the Eastern Cape, will deliver the annual State of the Province Address in the Bhisho legislature on Friday, 17 February 2012. The Premier must decisively spell out how the Provincial Government is going to improve governance in the Eastern Cape so we can create the right climate for economic growth and job creation. A job is the best passport out of poverty. Corruption, maladministration, irregular tender practices and general inefficiencies are a turnoff to … [Read more...] about Expectations for State of the Province Address
Calling for Help is Not an Acceptance of Defeat
Eastern Cape Premier Noxolo Kiviet has called on all government structures in the province to work collectively in assisting the Departments of Education and Health, which account for more than 75% of the provincial budget. Both departments have come under fire in recent months over alleged cases of wasteful, fruitless and irregular expenditure as well as under-spending on the infrastructure budgets. According to Kiviet's spokesperson, Mahlubandile Qwase, the Premier has urged that … [Read more...] about Calling for Help is Not an Acceptance of Defeat
