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Below are the results of the survey filled in by ANONYMOUS – scroll down or CLICK HERE to take part: Anonymous on how to improve NMB: Politicians wear many hats but the one that will pull us out of this economic stagnation is that of ensuring that our institution works properly. We have too many …
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s MMC for Budget & Treasury, Cllr Ngqisha, held a press briefing at the Fire Station to announce a proposed R2.6 billion municipal debt write-off is a bold step. This initiative will benefit homeowners with properties valued between R1 – R500,000, particularly in communities like New Brighton, KwaLanga, and Helenvale, who’ve been …
The NMBM wishes to advise residents of water disruptions in Colchester. We are experiencing problems on the supply pipeline to Colchester reservoir. The pipe was repaired earlier in the week, but then later damaged by elephants. The pipe was repaired again, but teams have been unable to properly cover the pipe due to wet conditions …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality invites all residents to attend the 2025/26 Integrated Development Plan (IDP) meetings happening at venues near you! Why you should attend: Get updates on the 2025/26 IDP and Budget Have your say on the District Development Model (DDM) Engage with the Municipal Spatial Development Framework (MSDF) Play an active role …
On Wednesday, 23 April 2025 from 09:00 to 17:00 for re-routing of an 11kV Bare Conductor Affected areas: Fikile Fingwane Street Freementle Jonas Kasibe Kika Madiba Mafukweni Mahaluba Mahani Mhlaba Mkile Mondile Nxukwebe Sodom Somgxada Tapayi Teya Crescent Thu Street All installations to be treated as live for the duration of the shutdown. For queries …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) hereby informs residents of a planned 24-hour water shutdown affecting areas supplied by the Churchill System. This essential interruption is necessary to conduct various planned maintenance and upgrade activities along the Churchill system to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of our water supply infrastructure. The shutdown is scheduled …
OPENING REMARKS BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA AT THE MEETING BETWEEN THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE AND THE EASTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL AT THE NELSON MANDELA BAY STADIUM ON 16 APRIL 2025: Programme Director, Premier of the Eastern Cape, Mr Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane, Ministers and Deputy Ministers, MECs, Executive Mayors and members of councils, Officials, Ladies and …
A multi-disciplinary law enforcement operation led by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, known as the Hawks, has resulted in the successful rescue of the 45-year-old American citizen, reportedly a local pastor who had allegedly been kidnapped and held at a safe house in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, on 15 April 2025. The operation followed verified intelligence …
Editor: Did you say; “Yet?” In a landmark move to transform waste management and improve service delivery, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has invested R30 million in the procurement of new waste management equipment as part of the 2024/25 Capital Budget. This investment includes the purchase of seven highly specialised refuse compactors and water tankers, …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) had previously scheduled a leak repair on the Churchill pipeline. However, unforeseen breakdowns have made it challenging to accumulate sufficient water storage to mitigate the impact of shutting down a bulk supply line. Consequently, this repair has been postponed to prevent a total collapse of one of the largest …
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Enduring cold winters and rain will be a thing of the past for the 82 year old Evelyn Tabata from Kwazakhele who received her new house from the Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, Councillor Thembinkosi Mafana on Monday, 7 April 2025. The house forms part of the housing development in Ngwendu Street called Masakhane …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a 66kV circuit breaker tripped at Mount Road substation causing a loss of power supply to the following areas: Mount Croix St Georges Central Millpark North End Parsons Hill A team has been dispatch for investigation and repairs. More update will follow as they become …
We continue to experience water disruptions in Summerstrand due strained water supply in the system as a result of several electrical related failures in the past week. As a result of these power failures supply reservoir to Summerstrand has depleted and the following interventions are being pursued: Operations has been adjusted and water treatment output …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a 11kV circuit breaker tripped at Harvey substation causing a loss of power supply in Despatch and surrounding areas. A team has been dispatched for fault-finding and investigation. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The NMBM wishes to advise residents that a power outage affecting Nqweba, Sundays River, is affecting water supply as the outage directly affects the Nooitgedagt Water Treatment Works. Sundays River Municipality has advised that the repairs could take up to 5 hours. We urge residents to use water sparingly. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Councillor Babalwa Lobishe, chaired her weekly Mayoral Committee (MAYCO) meeting today at the Council Chambers in City Hall. The meeting brought together the Acting City Manager, Deputy Mayor, Executive Directors, and Members of the Mayoral Committee (MMCs) to discuss key municipal issues and service delivery priorities. A key focus …
Here’s what you can do: Domestic accounts: A 10% down payment is required. The remaining balance can be paid over 6 to 60 months through a payment arrangement. Business accounts: A 50% down payment is required. The remaining balance can be settled over up to 24 months. For assistance, call 0800 20 50 50 or …
During the weekend of 29/30 March 2025 the NMBM suffered two electricity outages in Kariega and Motherwell. To a large extent the electricity was re-established to Kariega and all water and sanitation systems are operational apart from Van Riebeeck Pump Station. Unfortunately, the Motherwell outage is more extensive and will only be re-established by 06/07 …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that the refuse collection service in all affected areas of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) will resume today, 02 April 2025. The matter that led to the disruption of service has now been fully resolved. Catch-up collection sessions will be planned for today’s missed …
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe has welcomed the appointment of two experienced senior managers through the Section 154 intervention to act as the Acting City Manager and the COO for a duration of six months. On Tuesday, 1 April 2025 the MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Zolile …
The MEC for Cogta, Zolile Williams, together with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Babalwa Lobishe, Speaker of Council Eugene Johnson, Chief Whip Wandisile Jikeka, and other senior municipal officials, engaged the student movement who held a march for the #JusticeForCwecwe movement held in front of City Hall today. The student march aimed …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is aware of the disturbing incident that occurred on Sunday, 30 March 2025, at the corner of Webber and Gladstone Streets in South End. The matter is currently under investigation. The officers present are Metro Traffic Officers who were deployed in the area as part of traffic management duties for …
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Councillor Babalwa Lobishe in collaboration with SAPS, addressed the Uitenhage and District Taxi Association (UDTA) in KwaNobuhle today following a taxi strike over service delivery concerns. The strike was prompted by issues such as the condition of the Matanzima Bridge, which affects the association’s routes. “This strike took place …
The NMBM wishes to advise residents that an electrical fault affecting the Motherwell pump station is currently putting an immense strain on our water system. Supply from the Nooitgedagt system has essentially been reduced by almost 90Ml/d. Augmentation has been done to divert water from other sources. However, it is envisaged that some water disruptions …
The Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) will not be operating today due to the ongoing taxi strike. Learner’s licence & driver’s tests postponed for Online bookings for licence renewals & PrDP applications: You have 7 days to complete your application. The following Intersections are affected: Algoa Road / Mel Brooks Ave Matanzima Road / Nomakhwezana …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that while the team was busy with fault-finding following the power outage, they discovered a sever damage to the busbar caused by an explosion. Supply has been restored to certain parts of Motherwell, however, the following customers fed from 22kV will remain off due until a …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that a 132kV circuit breaker tripped at San Sans/Chatty substation causing a loss of power supply to the following areas: Kariega Despatch Algoa Road Tollgate and surrounding areas. A team has been dispatch for investigation and repairs. More update will follow as they become available. We …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality intensified efforts today to secure financial stability and boost revenue collection through a targeted disconnection drive. This initiative aimed at recovering R23 million in outstanding municipal accounts. Spearheaded by the Budget and Treasury Directorate, in collaboration with the Electricity and Energy Directorate, the campaign focused on businesses in areas such …
