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Despite Eskom reporting a R30.3bn profit, South African municipalities owe the utility over R120bn in overdue electricity debt, threatening Eskom’s financial sustainability and the national economy
It is encouraging to note that, even when times are tough, there are excellent organisations and projects that still exist in Nelson Mandela Bay, providing a reminder that the outlook is not always as bleak as imagined.
Cosatu, a long-time ally of the ANC, has directly blamed the ruling party for the collapse of many municipalities across South Africa, marking a significant shift in the alliance’s political dynamics.
Two Zwide residents allege that people dressed as police officers entered their homes on September 4, assaulted them, demanded information about a firearm, and stole cash and valuables.
Nelson Mandela Bay faces a paradox where a high unemployment rate coexists with manufacturers struggling to fill skilled positions. A recent audit reveals that recruitment for specialised roles is extremely difficult, highlighting a…
The Port Alfred community responded to the alleged rape of a seven-year-old girl by capturing the fugitive suspect and handing him over to police without harm, demonstrating respect for the law and proper community policing.
Nelson Mandela Bay municipality attempted to rapidly write off R23bn in unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure without fully investigating the details or providing supporting reports to councillors. Why?
The Eastern Cape cannot afford to treat its unemployment crisis as another statistic. At 47.5%, the province has the highest unemployment rate in the country.
Imagine being paid your full salary and benefits for 18 years without doing a single day’s work. Now imagine that happening in an education system desperate for teachers.
The Eastern Cape education department’s decision to pilot an online school admissions system is a welcome step forward.
Every year, SA marks Women’s Day on August 9. For some, it has become another public holiday. For others, it is an opportunity for businesses to launch Women’s Month promotions. However, the day’s true significance deserves greater…
The migration of almost one million people from the Eastern Cape over the past decade should not be dismissed as an inevitable search for greener pastures.
We have become accustomed to stories about sewage spills, burst pipes and failing infrastructure.
Few issues unite Nelson Mandela Bay’s political parties quite like the state of the city’s streetlights.
For nearly a month, motorists in Nelson Mandela Bay have driven with one less reason to think twice before running a red light, speeding through the suburbs or driving an unroadworthy vehicle.
