By Staff Reporter Mpumalanga– The slow-paced allocation of farming land remains a major concern for emerging young female farmers in the Dipaleseng Local Municipality. Two government-funded farming projects — Masiziba Goats Project and Ithuba GFG2007 — are bearing the brunt of having to keep livestock in a residential area. This week, the Select Committee on…
By Buchule Putini President Cyril Ramaphosa has sworn in Professor Firoz Cachalia as Acting Minister of Police, following explosive corruption allegations against incumbent Minister Senzo Mchunu. The appointment, made in terms of Section 91(3)(c) of the Constitution, was officially announced today by the Presidency. Cachalia is no stranger to the security and justice sectors. A…
By Buchule Putini Peddie – Residents in the rural outskirts of Peddie, within the Ngqushwa Local Municipality, continue to struggle with accessing a consistent water supply—if any at all. To address this challenge, Amatola Water has reported notable progress regarding water services in the Ngqushwa area. Many Peddie residents still rely heavily on collecting rainwater…
By Thulane Madalane Emalahleni: The Emalahleni Local Municipality has issued an urgent alert to residents about fraudulent phone calls attempting to extort payments. The calls, originating from the number 079 964 2528, are made by an individual falsely claiming to represent the Municipality. The caller alleges that residents’ electricity installations are not compliant with Certificate…