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BCM Welcomes Govt Support to Fix Governance and Service Delivery Woes

By Buchule Putini Eastern Cape– Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) has officially welcomed the intervention of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) to help tackle ongoing challenges within the Metro. This move comes after months of mounting concerns over governance, financial instability, and service delivery backlogs affecting residents. In terms of Section…

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Open Chats Podcast Faces Backlash Over Racist Comments

By Duncan Mnisi A recent (now deleted) episode of the popular South African Open Chats Podcast has sparked intense backlash after hosts made offensive remarks targeting the Coloured community, reigniting nationwide conversations about racism and free speech. The controversial comments circulated widely on social media, drawing condemnation from citizens, political figures, and advocacy groups alike….

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ADM Hits R100 Million Milestone, Commits to Clean Governance and Water Delivery

By Buchule Putini Willowvale – The Amathole District Municipality (ADM) has declared a new era of financial accountability and service delivery excellence, with Executive Mayor Cllr. Anele Ntsangani delivering a clear message from the 2025 State of the District Address (SODA): the district is rebuilding—on its own terms. Speaking in Willowvale, Ntsangani revealed that ADM…

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