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Western Province scored six tries to beat Eastern Province in the final match of the FNB U18 Girls Week tournament at Grey High School in Gqeberha on Friday. WP – who has the most representation in the historic SA Schools Girls squads announced on Friday – blitzed EP 36-14 on Friday afternoon to claim their …
Statement by Geordin Hill-Lewis – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: Today in Gqeberha, I joined thousands in marching from Gelvan Park to the SAPS 10111 Centre in Schauderville to demand urgent action against violent crime in Nelson Mandela Bay. This march is for every family who has buried a loved one, every police officer failed …
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’ s Ward 4, which largely comprises Walmer and its surrounding informal settlements, will become a major construction site during this financial year following the allocation of more than R20 million for various infrastructure projects. As approved in the Municipal Budget adopted last month, the projects include roadworks, the tarring of gravel …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Electricity and Energy Directorate wishes to advise residents and affected stakeholders of a planned electricity shutdown to allow for essential maintenance and repairs to the electricity network. LOCATION: Ditchling 132kV Yard SCHEDULED DATES: Primary: Sunday, 19 July 2026. Alternative (if required) Sunday, 26 July 2026 TIME: 07:00 – 19:00 REASON …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality acknowledges the temporary withholding of the July 2026 equitable share transfer to selected municipalities, including Nelson Mandela Bay. The Municipality wishes to assure residents, businesses, investors and all stakeholders that this intervention is administrative and corrective in nature, as confirmed by the National Treasury, and does not constitute a declaration …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Civil Society Coalition notes National Treasury’s decision to temporarily withhold equitable share transfers to municipalities that have persistently failed to comply with prescribed financial management obligations. The Coalition recognises that Section 216 of the Constitution empowers National Treasury to take such action where municipalities repeatedly violate financial management laws. Public funds …
On Friday, 10 July 2026, Democratic Alliance (DA) Leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, will lead what is expected to be the biggest anti-crime march in Nelson Mandela Bay as the country grapples with a deepening crime crisis. Hill-Lewis will make a serious, national demand to President Ramaphosa. Hill-Lewis will address supporters after the march, and will be …
The June 2026 WESSA Algoa Bay Branch alien plant clearing will take place on this Saturday 11 July 2026 from 09:00 to 11:00. We will be meeting at the Fat Tracks Adventure Trail Centre in Overbaakens Road opposite the Astron Filling Station on the William Moffett Expressway. See the flyer below. We are making good …
Nelson Mandela Bay – Reliable fire hydrants are among the most critical yet often overlooked components of a city’s emergency response infrastructure. When they fail or cannot be located quickly, the consequences can be devastating for communities, businesses and emergency responders alike. Recognising the importance of strengthening disaster preparedness in the Nelson Mandela Bay metropolitan …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality continues to experience significant pressure on its water distribution system due to ongoing water deficits across several strategic reservoirs. While some supply zones remain stable, others continue to experience low pressure, intermittent supply or no water. Current Zone Status Chelsea Zone: The Chelsea Reservoir continues to battle to recover due …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a new water leak has been identified in Longmarket Street, Colchester. The Municipality recently repaired a number of water leaks in the area, including two on Longmarket Street. It has since been brought to our attention that another leak has developed in the same street. …
For years, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) has warned that the water infrastructure of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro (NMBM) is decaying due to backlogged maintenance, poor governance and inadequate planning. The latest crisis revealed that the problem runs much deeper than the recent floods, as the floods merely exposed the underlying failures of …
The Mandela Bay Development Agency today announced the appointment of Dr. Pierre Voges as Interim CEO. The move brings immediate stability to the Agency and creates the agility needed to consolidate the Board’s actions since taking office in November 2025. Dr. Voges officially stepped into the role with an address to the full MBDA team, …
Eastern Province, South Western Districts and Western Province claimed big wins in the first round of the FNB U18 Girls Week tournament at Grey High School in Gqeberha on Monday. The final phase of the FNB Youth Weeks programme commenced on Monday, when the FNB U18 Craven Week and FNB U18 Girls Week tournaments kicked …
Statement by Andrew Whitfield MP – DA EC Provincial Leader: The Democratic Alliance in the Eastern Cape condemns the recent xenophobic, Islamophobic and racially charged attacks directed at our Provincial Chairperson, Yusuf Cassim, following his appointment as Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training. South Africans are entitled to debate political appointments, policy choices, and …
SA Rugby’s drive to improve women’s rugby will take a big step forward when the next two FNB Youth Weeks kick off in Gqeberha on Monday, as the Under-18 boys and girls will be in action at the same venue for the first time, but at the conclusion of the week, history will be made …
Statement by Dr Vicky Knoetze MPL – DA Kouga Constituency Leader: The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Kouga Constituency thanks the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, for appointing a contractor to complete the Sarah Baartman Centre of Remembrance in Hankey. Before DA Minister Macpherson took office, the people of Kouga endured more …
Statement by Cllr Georgina Faldtman – DA EC Provincial Spokesperson: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the return of its Eastern Cape Provincial Leader, Andrew Whitfield, to the Bhisho Legislature, where he will assume the role of Leader of the Official Opposition, building on the success of his predecessor, Dr Vicky Knoetze, who will assume the …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has warned property owners who lease their properties to spaza shop owners against disregarding land zoning and other by-law compliance requirements in an attempt to avoid losing their Assistance to the Poor Programme (ATTP) benefits. Following the coordinated by-law enforcement programme initiated after the call by the President of South …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that the Rowallan Park 132kV circuit breaker tripped at the Chatty Substation, resulting in a power outage affecting the following 132kV substations: Rowallan Park Summerstrand Lorraine Chelsea Arlington Affected areas: Summerstrand 132kV Substation EP Command Forest Hill Humewood Southdene Summerstrand (up to Marine Hotel) Sections of …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s water supply system continues to recover, with operational adjustments being implemented to ensure a more equitable distribution of water across the metro. While several supply zones have stabilised, others continue to experience intermittent water supply due to the hydraulic nature of the system, varying demand and ongoing reservoir recovery. CURRENT …
Statement by Andrew Whitfield MP – DA EC Provincial Leader: The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Eastern Cape proudly congratulates its Provincial Chairperson, Yusuf Cassim, on his appointment as Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training. At just 36 years old, Yusuf’s appointment marks the culmination of a 17-year commitment to advancing opportunities for young …
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor Cllr Babalwa Lobishe has commended the people of Nelson Mandela Bay for the humane and peaceful manner in which they handled the issue involving foreign nationals on 30 June 2026. No serious incidents have been reported within Nelson Mandela Bay, except for isolated instances of intimidation in Kuyga. To …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s water supply system continues to operate under severe strain. Although electricity supply to the Elandsjagt and Kariega water infrastructure was restored yesterday afternoon, the road to recovery remains long. The system has been further impacted by the collapse of one of the final high-lift pumps at Nooitgedagt yesterday, reducing pumping …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a two-hourly load reduction will be implemented in areas supplied by the Matomela Substation due to constraints currently being experienced on the 20MVA Transformer No. 2. GROUP 3 06h00 – 08h00 Areas to be OFF: Wolfson Stadium, Stofile Street, Maqubela Street, Day Hospital, Place of …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber is pleased to report that, based on feedback received from its members, no incidents of violence, intimidation or criminality affecting Chamber member businesses were reported during today’s planned nationwide protests. While several businesses implemented precautionary measures to safeguard their employees, customers and property, operations across the metro generally continued …
The Mandela Bay Development Agency has released its latest Economic Impact Assessment Report, providing valuable insights into the precincts it serves as the operating and development arm of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. Since its establishment in 2003, the MBDA has played a central role in revitalising key areas across Nelson Mandela Bay through capital …
Statement by Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach MP – DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development: The Democratic Alliance (DA) today conducted an oversight inspection at the Motherwell Magistrates’ Court in Nelson Mandela Bay. At a time when far too many justice facilities across South Africa are characterised by neglect, crumbling infrastructure and poor maintenance, it is …
Dear All, Our next Know Your Bay will be on Tuesday 7th of July. Dr Greg Hofmeyr, curator of the marine mammal collection at Bayworld (the largest in the Southern hemisphere) will share his passion for Elephant Seals. These remarkable marine mammals are the largest of the seals, reaching several tons in weight, and diving …
In reply to our question posed earlier today re the March and March planned protest for 30 June, the Municipality has confirmed that based on intelligence and operational assessments, law enforcement visibility and monitoring have been strengthened in identified hotspot areas, including, Addo Road, Korsten, Central, Motherwell, Walmer, New Brighton, Missionvale, KwaZakhele, Kariega. Related: Abahambe Marches …
