Despite the perennial challenges of a constrained global and domestic economy, a tight fiscal environment, and a long drought season, the Eastern Cape economy has made a positive contribution towards creating employment and improving lives. This is according to Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle who delivered the State of the Province Address on Friday. The province’s employment drive was boosted by its two Industrial Development Zones (IDZs) and the Eastern Cape Development Corporation … [Read more...] about Masualle – E Cape’s job creation efforts reaping rewards
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Provincial and City Leaders back the Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer
An event that has nearly 12 000 pairs of feet pounding the Port Elizabeth beachfront for a greater cause is back for the 18th consecutive year with the full support of Provincial and City Leaders. "I rallied all the Eastern Cape Provincial Government Departments to support this walk, because I believe that this event is changing mind-sets when it comes to healthy living and reinforcing a culture of unity, making a positive difference in our province. This event is evidence of what can be … [Read more...] about Provincial and City Leaders back the Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer
St. John’s College 135 Year Gala Dinner, 8 Aug 2014
This Phumulo Masualle image is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more. St. John's College 135 Year Gala Dinner, 8 Aug 2014 Image by GovernmentZA Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa and Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle at the 135 year celebration for St. John's College Fundraising Gala Dinner in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. (Photo: GCIS) This image is automatically selected as it was published with this keyword/s relevant to Port … [Read more...] about St. John’s College 135 Year Gala Dinner, 8 Aug 2014
Mayor hailed for going beyond call of duty to support education
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Dr Danny Jordaan, was hailed by Premier Phumulo Masualle and Education MEC Mandla Makapula for going beyond the call of duty to provide support services for centres of learning in Nelson Mandela Bay and the handing over of school shoes to deserving learners. These statements were made at a press conference that followed an extensive Back to School tour in Nelson Mandela Bay, led by Premier Masualle, MEC Makapula and Mayor Jordaan since … [Read more...] about Mayor hailed for going beyond call of duty to support education
Thousands flock to opening of SA’s ‘most advanced mall’
Thousands of eager shoppers flocked to South Africa's newest and most advanced super-regional mall, the R1.7 billion Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth, which opened its doors today [May 21 st ]. Just 24 months after ground broke on the 90,000m2 mall, Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle declared it officially open, saying it was and would be a major boost for the province's economy. The mall, one of the largest private investments in the region, is the catalyst to the development of the greater … [Read more...] about Thousands flock to opening of SA’s ‘most advanced mall’
East Cape Learners SOPA Debate
The Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature will this Saturday host 35 learners from all districts in the province and two metro municipalities to debate the State of the Province Address (SOPA) delivered by Premier Phumulo Masualle recently. Premier Masualle tabled the SOPA at the provincial legislature, where he outlined the programme of action, the provincial government's achievements and challenges as well as other developmental projects for the 2015/16 Financial Year. The SOPA Schools … [Read more...] about East Cape Learners SOPA Debate
Job Creation and Sustainable Livelihoods top East Cape SOPA Agenda
Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle says the province will focus on creating jobs and sustainable livelihoods in 2015. The province has set a target to create 129 597 Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) job opportunities and 37 000 through the Community Works Programme. "We have to do this against an economic outlook characterised by… an economy that records one of the highest unemployment rates in the country… We are rising to the task of creating sustainable jobs for our people," he … [Read more...] about Job Creation and Sustainable Livelihoods top East Cape SOPA Agenda
East Cape back to school campaign kicks off in PE
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has taken steps to ensure that learning and teaching take place on the first day of schooling this year. Premier Phumulo Masualle led the Provincial Executive Council (EXCO) on the back to school campaign today, when coastal schools re-opened for 2015. “The back to school outreach has been structured in a manner that normal schooling is not disturbed. The Premier and EXCO … [had a] brief engagement with the School Management Team (SMT),” the Premier’s … [Read more...] about East Cape back to school campaign kicks off in PE
East Cape Premier extends condolences to Mbeki family
Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle has on behalf of people and provincial government extended condolences to the Mbeki family on the passing of Mama Epainette Mbeki. "We, especially extend our condolences to Former President Thabo Mbeki and his brother Moeletsi as well as the entire extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and we grieve with them as they mourn the loss of their departed mother, who was not only a mother to them, but also a mother to the nation at … [Read more...] about East Cape Premier extends condolences to Mbeki family
No excitement for new Eastern Cape executive
It is clear that Premier Phumulo Masualle has been severely constrained by the ANC's decision to have 60% of provincial executive members being women (not that woman are incapable nor competent, it simply limits choice). It is clear that the ANC-led provinces have flexed their muscles against the President in his last term by being insistent that he appoints their provincial chairpersons as Premiers. The executive that has been appointed in the Eastern Cape has not ignited any excitement … [Read more...] about No excitement for new Eastern Cape executive
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
Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown
This is the text of a speech delivered by Athol Trollip, MPL at the swearing in ceremony of the 5th Legislature term of office in Bhisho today. It is indeed a proud day for the DA, its representatives, past and present and all those that have been voting for it and its predecessor parties to finally become the official opposition in this legislature. Our Party's growth has been spectacular in every election since 1994 and today we represent the biggest ever opposition caucus in the history of … [Read more...] about Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown
Business congratulates new Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle
On behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, Mandla Madwara, President, and Kevin Hustler, CEO, have congratulated Phumulo Masualle on his appointment as the Premier of the Eastern Cape. "We look forward to working with him through the duration of his tenure and hope that we can build a solid relationship with him for the private sector, particularly with regards to Nelson Mandela Bay, which contributes approximately 46 % of the GDP of the province. We need a strong leader who … [Read more...] about Business congratulates new Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle
Budget promise to speed up service delivery and …
Eastern Cape Planning and Finance MEC Phumulo Masualle delivered the provincial budget on Thursday, which he promised will speed up service delivery and improve education and health. The bulk of the province’s close to R60-billion budget went to health and education, which have been plagued by perpetual over-spending over the years. The Department of Health has been allocated R16.5 billion and this is expected to increase to R51.8 billion over the next three years. Some of the health … [Read more...] about Budget promise to speed up service delivery and …
Eastern Cape Budget Comments
The 2013/14 budget for the Eastern Cape was introduced in the provincial legislature on Thursday morning by Finance MEC Phumulo Masualle. The opposition party, led by DA East Cape leader Bobby Stevenson had these comments; "Education is walking on a fiscal tightrope. The education budget increases from R26, 287 billion to R26, 972 billion, which is a mere 2, 6 %. If the department fails to deal with the issue of the 6 700 double parked educators and the thousands of employees on extended sick … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Budget Comments
