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ENYAN Professor, Patrick Lumumba, received a friendly welcome from the Kokstad community and local politicians when he delivered his address at the Memorial Lecture to the Department of Education event at the Bhongweni Youth Centre on February 27. Education officials, teachers, politicians, and the community were invited to the event and listened attentively to the professor’s words as he looked back and commented on how the education system has changed. Teachers from schools in the Kokstad circuit were also awarded for their commitment to education at the event. In his address, he shared thoughts on African values, self-assurance, and the importance of democracy and education. He also encouraged residents to be cautious of being influenced by other societies who degrade their way of living. “I remember the when I was a young boy, when I approached a teacher I used to salute the teacher to show respect. In the classroom, we used to greet the teacher with respect, however today teachers are not given the respect they require,” said Lumumba, adding that teachers are even being abused and assaulted, and they are not paid enough. He said that teachers also play the role of a parent, and honouring teachers needs to be done in full view of everyone,not just behind the scenes. Lumumba said education humbles individuals and teaches them better ways of doing things.

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Kenyan Professor Patrick Lumumba speaking at Kokstad.

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Woman arrested for false pretence A 29-YEAR-old woman was arrested for pretending to be a staff member at a Kokstad retail store on February 24. It was reported that the suspect was caught by Kokstad police after she robbed a woman who wanted to buy a laptop at the store. SAPS spokesperson Ngenzeni Mdlophane said that on the day of crime the woman was approached by the suspect while looking for a new laptop in the shop. She asked the woman to go outside with her so she could get the laptop at a cheaper price. When they went outside, the suspect asked the customer to give her R5 000 so she could get the laptop at a low price. While sitting next to the bank, they met four other women who are also suspected to be criminals. Mdlophane said: “The suspect left the victim with four other women next to the bank to get the laptop she wanted, but she never returned. “When the four women discovered that the suspect was not coming back, they told the woman to leave her bag with them and go fetch the suspect from the shop. “When she returned to the same place where she left her bag, the four women had already disappeared,” said Mdlophane. Fortunately the suspect was pointed out by the victim on the same day, and she was arrested. Kokstad police have established investigations to find the other four women who are linked to the case. — Supplied

Court sentences cellphone robbers THE Kokstad police have welcomed the sentencing of Siyabulela Bambelela (24), Yamkela Dlamini (18) and Sihle Dyantyi (18) who were facing charges of robbery with a weapon. They were sentenced on February 27 by the Kokstad Magistrate’s Court for the robbery committed on May 31, 2018. On the day of crime at 6.30 pm in Bhongweni, a young man who was playing football, was robbed of his cellphone by the accused, who were arrested in the same year. After several court appearances they were found guilty and each sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment. Kokstad Police Spokesperson Ngenzeni Mdlophane has welcomed the sentence. Mdlophane also appreciated the conviction of two other suspects, Banoyolo Diko (24) and Ezile Qasha (29), who were sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment each, by the Kokstad Magistrate’s Court on February 27, for cellphone theft. It was reported that Diko and Qasha stole a cellphone from a man who was hitchhiking on the R56 road, outside Kokstad on May 27, 2019.

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Man shot while watching soccer

at weekend operation

KOKSTAD police have arrested a 39-year-old soccer fan for attempted murder, as well as unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition on Saturday, February 29. It was alleged that the suspect was watching a football match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates on television with his friends in the Kokstad CBD. When the first goal was scored, he fired a gunshot in the air as a way of celebrating, and also showed one of his friends how to operate a firearm. Unexpectedly, the firearm shot his friend on the left knee and his friend was taken to hospital in Kokstad. The suspect was arrested on the same day and he appeared at the Kokstad Magistrate’s Court on Monday this week. The case was remanded to March 9, for a formal bail application and he is in police custody. Police spokesperson sergeant Ngenzeni Mdlophane cautioned that a firearm must be kept in a safe place.

TOTAL of 24 suspects were arrested over the weekend, from February 28 to March 1, when Kokstad police conducted an operation focused on illegal liquor outlets, drugs, and other crimes.

The suspects, who were caught for selling liquor without a licence, have paid admission of guilt fines and the liquor was taken away from their illegal outlets. Other suspects are expected to

appear in the Kokstad Magistrate’s court soon. SAPS spokesperson Ngenzeni Mdlophane said the aim of operations like this is to make Kokstad a safer place to live. — Supplied

Security officer robbed of gun

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Liquor that was confiscated from illegal outlets during the operation.

A SECURITY guard who was on duty at the Bhongweni Library Bookshop was robbed of his revolver with five live rounds by four unknown suspects on February 20. Police said that the security officer was held at gunpoint while patrolling in the library at 1 pm, the suspects pressed him against the wall and he was unable to escape. The suspects took his firearm and fled. A case of robbery is being investigated by Kokstad police and no arrests have been made, according to Sergeant Ngenzeni Mdlophane. — Supplied

Blocked stormwater drain causes overflowing SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.con A STORMWATER drain in Kokstad that goes from Coulter Street down to Mundell Drive and ends at Elliot Street is filled with debris and residents have recently complained that it gets blocked on rainy days, causing water to overflow into their yards. A resident who has been living in Elliot Street for many years said that the stormwater drain is seemingly neglected by the municipality, after he reported it a long time ago. On the other side of Mundell Drive, debris could be seen by a Fever reporter on Tuesday. The concerned resident said that the debris was caused by the cutting of trees in September last year. “Municipal workers were seen cutting trees in the area and dumped

trees in the drain. I asked them to remove the trees but my plea was not considered. “When the rain comes, my yard and my neighbour’s yard gets flooded because of the blocked stormwater drain,” said the concerned resident. In response, the Greater Kokstad Municipality spokesperson Nthabeleng Matshoba said that the municipality is aware of the problem and it was cleaned before the end of last year. She said the municipality will attend to the current complaints at the concerned stormwater drain soon. She further said that grass cutters are being monitored by team leaders so as not to dump debris in stormwater drains, this was after residents claimed that stormwater drains get blocked by grass.

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Debris in a stormwater drain in Mundell Drive.

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HEN Nombuso Hlophe’s mother started a vegetable garden in 2010, she knew that she had to help but was not sure how profitable it would be or whether they would be able to support others in their community. With Shoprite Store on board as a partner, she is now learning how to turn their food garden into a thriving business. Hlophe (34) and her mother (57), Mellie Blose living in rural KwaZuluNatal near the town of Harding have established the Nqabeni Project which involves poultry, flower and vegetable farming. “I was making enough [money from selling poultry], so when my mother needed assistance with the garden I wanted to make sure we could make some money and help our neighbours too,” said Hlophe. She and her mother grow vegetables on a small patch of land behind their house. She is also using the front yard to grow flowers. She said that they sell curry leaves, spinach, onions, flowers and cabbage to people in the area and also donate to the old-age home. The high unemployment rate in the area means many community members started their own gardens to sustain themselves and their families. Last year, the Nqabeni Project togeth-

er with other home gardens in the area started receiving gardening tools, educational material, seedlings and compost from the Shoprite Store. The retailer is on a mission to fight hunger across South Africa since 2015 has partnered with more than 100 community gardens as well as 347 home gardens, benefitting more than 23 000 people. Ongoing training workshops form part of this extensive support. “Every month, the trainers come to teach us how to farm and they taught us how to make beds, how to use mulch and they are also teaching us how to save water,” Hlophe elaborated. Another community is benefitting from Shoprite’s investment in food gardens. Thenjiwe Mkani (47) and four other women from her village have been sustaining their garden since 2012. “We started with nothing and now we have a garden that we all benefit from. We also give vegetables to those who can’t afford to buy from us or from the shops,”said Mkani who started the Mkani Food Garden. With assistance from Shoprite, she and her team are able to expand their food garden, as the retailer has provided them with proper water infrastructure, fencing, gardening equipment, seedlings, compost and mulch. Through the ongoing training over

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Volunteers from the Mkani Project have been harvesting fresh produce from their garden since 2012. a period of 18 months, they were introduced to gardening techniques that include mulching, companion planting and how to use vegetable

Taking water issues into their own hands SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.com AFTER witnessing the dire situation of Harding residents who are in need of

water, a group of locals, Hayder Amod, Saeed Ncane, Hanieff Yusuf, and Imraan Khan have established a project to assist the Harding community that is continuously faced with water shorta-

ges. They established the Harding Borehole Project to raise funds for a borehole which will provide residents with water during the winter season.

waste as compost. “We are very happy to learn new things and increase our farming knowledge. We are teaching these

new methods to other people in the community as there are a few who want to start their own gardens,” concluded Mkani. — Supplied

“For the past four years we have been witnessing residents struggling to get water and now we decided to do something. “The project began two weeks ago, and will enable us build a borehole which will provide water to a large number of residents,” said Amod. The total needed for the project is R150 000. Amod said they are also in talks with the local municipality to identify a site where they can build the borehole, suggesting that it should be closer to residents.

“In 2016 we built a borehole in KwaMazakhele assisted by the Al-Imdaad Foundation and that one is only providing water to KwaMazakhele residents, not the entire community of Harding,” added Amod. Recently, the Harding community protested against the water shortage in the CBD, however the Ugu District Municipality has blamed the problem on the labour unrest which caused the disruptions of water supply. “Harding dams that have low water levels are also a result of water shortages in Harding, Amod said.

UMUZIWABANTU MUNICIPALITY, PRIVATE BAG X1023, HARDING, 4680 TEL: 039 433 3500, FAX: 039 433 1208

MUNICIPAL NOTICE 2019/2020 ADJUSTMENT BUDGET Notice is hereby given in terms of the Municipal Systems Act, (ACT 32 OF 2000), Section 28(2) of the Municipal Finance Management Act 56 of 2003 that the 2019/2020 Adjusted Operating and Capital Budget has been approved at a council meeting that was held on the 27th of February 2020 The following represents the summary thereof and the detailed document is available at all municipal offices during the office hours from 07h30 to 16h00 from Monday to Friday and on the municipal website, www. umuziwabantu.gov.za. REVENUE BY SOURCE Property Rates Service Charges Investment Revenue Transfer Recognised Operational Own Revenue Total Operational Revenue Employee Related Costs Remuneration of Councillors Depreciation Bulk purchases

2019/20 ORIGINAL BUDGET R’000 25 904 43 282 13 587 96 416 5 417 184 606 67 114 10 825 8 923 37 270

Transfers & Grants Other Expenditure Total Operational Expenditure Capital Expenditure

7 692 58 228 190 052 98 562

MR W.T GUMEDE MUNICIPAL MANAGER

2019/2020 ADJUSTED BUDGET R’000 25 904 43 282 13 587 96 416 21 387 200 576 69 114 10 825 17 923 37 270 6 455 66 728 208 315 96 269

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Harding residents line up for water in KwaMazakhele.

Municipality gives back to community THE Umuziwabantu Municipality in Harding has given back to the community by handing over new school uniforms to 60 children at Harding City Hall on February 21. Mayor Dixie Nciki said more than R40 000 was put aside by the municipality to buy uniforms for pupils in need. “The municipality has been do-

ing this to ensure that all residents benefit from the positive programmes that are brought in by the government. The municipality has worked with the councillors and local schools in identifying the needy pupils,” said Nciki. All beneficiaries were from different wards within the jurisdiction of the municipality.

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Business training for disabled FEVER REPORTER >>siphelele@media24.com

N a move to create business opportunities for the disabled communities in Kokstad, the Greater Kokstad Municipality has crafted a platform together with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport to conduct special business

lessons for disabled people. Classes are taking place at the Bhongweni Skills Centre where disabled people can gain different business skills and they will be awarded with certificates upon completion of the 20-day course. Some of the specialised courses include teaching them about owning a business and some les-

sons are related to health and safety, as well as civil and construction work. Facilitator Malusi Jalubani said that at the moment they are offering courses up to Level 2. He added that the training is not only about awarding disabled people with certificates, but also restoring confidence in them. Abulele Jakuja was one of the disabled people

who benefitted from the training and said he has been inspired by the initiative. The Greater Kokstad Municipality Spokesperson Nthabeleng Matshoba said that the municipality has approached the Department of Transport to offer construction management training to disabled people to help them establish their companies and businesses.

Municipality brings services closer to residents in Underberg FEVER REPORTER >>siphelele@media24,com AN outreach programme by the Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Municipality was held in Underberg on Monday, March 2, where municipal services were brought closer to residents. Other government departments who also took part in the programme included the Department of Environmental Affairs, Department of Labour, Government and Communication Information System and the South African Social Security Agency. Sikhumbuzo Sethuntsa, the Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Municipality Communication Officer said that the aim of the programme

was to take municipal services to the people and give residents an opportunity to engage directly to municipal officials. “This is part of our actions that have been taken to ensure that the municipality engages with the community directly. As the municipality we are trying to develop an affordable and efficient communication system in order for us to communicate regularly with our communities and disseminate urgent information,” said Sethuntsa. He added that all towns within the municipality will be visited by municipal officials in order to reach all corners of this municipality. Residents were pleased by the initiative.

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Hikers enjoying the beauty of Cobham Nature Reserve.

Explore nature and wildlife FEVER REPORTER >>siphelele@media24.com ON Sunday, March 1, 27 hikers from the Mqatsheni Hiking Club hiked the Cobham Nature Reserve under the theme ‘exploring the beauty of nature and wildlife in our southern Drankensberg’. The organiser Sikhumbuzo Mlibeni said that hikers enjoyed walking 7 km on the Gxalingweni route while socialising. “We as the club believe that everyone has something to share which is unique and full of

wisdom, hence we give all the members a chance to share whatever can be fruitful to the club,”said Mlibeni. The hiker’s turnout was more than expected, said Mlibeni, who also thanked the manager of Cobham Nature Reserve who assisted hikers with environmental education inputs. “The club is growing and we expect more people to join the club so they can be exposed to all the beauty of our world heritage sites and actually learn so that we can teach others,” he added. Other hikes will be formally announced prior to the event.

Student needs your support SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.com BALUNGILE Mbabala (23) has been selected to be among the delegates at the Global Goals Model United Nations conference in Thailand from July 24 to July 27, 2020. She is now appealing to members of the community to help her raise R20 000 to fulfil her dream of being part of the event. The Kokstad woman, also a student at the University of Fort Hare, said that the money will be used for registration and transport and is set to be paid before the end of May. She said that she applied for the opportunity in 2019, to learn leadership skills so as to help many young women in addressing their issues. She grew up in a small town of Kokstad, raised by her grandmother who never denied her the chance of going to school. She worked hard at school not to disappoint her grandmother, and as a result she achieved good results in matric and received multiple achievement awards. During her first year at university, Mbabala interacted with a number of high school pupils instilling hope in them, and she even visited other high schools to assist pupils with tertiary applications and bursary forms. Last year, she assisted 30 university students with sanitary towels, and even collected old clothes that were still wearable for needy students. In speaking about the trip, she said that she was happy to have been selected, and she is not willing to miss the opportunity. “It is my dream to take this opportunity and

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Residents at the outreach programme held in Underberg.

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Balungile Mbabala with her awards she received last year. further my leadership skills and knowledge. I appeal to anyone to assist me with registration fees and flight costs,” she pleaded. Those willing to assist can contact Mbabala on 064 044 8913.

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RE-ADVERTISEMENT TENDER NOTICE Bids are hereby invited from suitably experienced Service Providers for the project stated below: BID NO MATAT/ 2019/2020-32

DESCRIPTION PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FOR THE MATATIELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

ADVERTISING DATE 06 MARCH 2020

CLOSING DATE 20 MARCH 2020 @ 12h00

Bid Documents will be obtainable at the New Budget and Treasury Office, MATATIELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, Mountain View for a non – refundable tender fee of R550.00 payable between the hours of 08h00 and 16h00 as from 11 MARCH 2020 . Bidders shall take note of the following bid conditions / Compulsory Submissions • All bids submitted should remain valid for a period of 90 days after the bid closing date. • The bid will be evaluated accord1ing to the preferential procurement model in the Preferential Procurement the bidders’ attention is drawn to Form MBD 6.1 whereby bidders other than EMEs must submit their original and valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate or a certified copy thereof, substantiating their B-BBEE rating issued by a Registered Auditor approved by IRBA or a Verification Agency accredited by SANAS. Failure to do so will result in zero points score for BBBEE status level. • Joint Venture agreement (where applicable) • Failure to complete all supplementary information returnable schedules like MBD 4, MBD 6, MBD5, MBD8 and MBD 9 will result in the tender being eliminated, Invalid or non-submission of the documents listed in the Terms of Reference will lead to a disqualification. • Bids must only be submitted on documentation provided by the municipality. Late, emailed, faxed and telegraphic bids will not be considered and photocopies of the document will not be accepted. • All prospective service providers of goods and services and infrastructure procurement are required to apply on Central Supplier Database in order to do business with all organs of state in the Republic of South Africa at https://secured.csd.gov.za/. Matatiele Local Municipality is using CSD to verify supplier’s registration, therefore, you are required to please register on the CSD and failure to register on the CSD will lead to disqualification. • It is important for bidders to note that they will be required to provide Police clearance certificates AND Firearm competency for business purposes (business and employees using business firearms must have business competency as prescribed in the Fire Arm Control Act) for all personnel or sufficient proof of clearance of personnel from South Africa Police Service as a condition of assumption of duty up on appointment. • Bidders are required to submit rates clearances certificates from municipality The Bids will be evaluated on the basis of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (Act No.5, 2000), and the regulations pertaining thereto (2017), as well as the Matatiele Local Municipality’s Supply Chain Management policy. 80/20 preference point system will be used. The bids will be evaluated in two stages, namely: · Stage 1- Functionality · Stage 2-Price and BBBEE Points Price (80) BBBEE Points (20) With regard to functionality the following criteria will be applicable and the maximum points

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From left: Qhamani Ludidi, Phinda Fikeni, Keith du Toit (Kokstad College Sports Co-ordinator) and Yonela Ludidi.

Sports equipment donated K

OKSTAD COLLEGE (KC) received a generous donation of sports equipment from Bridgewood Educational Services on February 20, as the company took a bold leap in their continuous efforts to develop the youth of South Africa. Sports equipment, facilities and kits to the value of R10 000 were donated to the school, with an additional R10 000 cash sponsorship that will be issued to the school for assistance in football related logistics. This initiative from Bridgewood Educational Services is an extension of various other social programmes spearheaded by the company to develop communities and the lives of the people living within these communities.

The company operates in Pinetown, Durban, offering a variety of tutorials to a broad spectrum of pupils both in pre-tertiary studies and in higher education learning. “In particular, Bridgewood Educational Services will be placing its focus and emphasis on developing sports in the school with a keen interest to promote participation in football,” the company said in a statement. Keith du Toit, the sports co-ordinator at KC and Mrs Brophy, the principal, were acknowledged for allowing this dream to be made possible. The company also thanked the Ludidi brothers who were an integral part of co-ordinating the process.

FUNCTIONALITY (100) 1.

Description Submission of certiﬁed Valid proof of Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) registration certiﬁcates (under new regulations) for;

1.1 Company 1.2 Guards 1.3 Armed response guards 1.4 Cash in transit guards 1 .5 Supervisors 1.6 Event security 2. Submission of certified proof of Business Firearms (Licensed in business name) 3. Submission of certified proof of current registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) 4. Previous experience with state/parastatal entities. Certified copies of appointment letters supported by reference letter from the same entity to be attached. 4.1 1 appointment letter and reference letter 4.2 2 appointment letters and reference letters 4.3 3 appointment letters and reference letters 5. Operational site with Security Equipment – Inspection will be done before the award 5.1 Panic buttons 5.2 Patrol vehicles 5.3 Fire Arms 5.4 Metal Detectors 5.5 Torch 5.6 Hand cuffs 5.7 Truncheons (Batons) 5.8 Occurrence Books 6. Team Experience – Attach CV and Certified Security Certificates Area Manager 6.1 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years and above Senior Supervisor (Grade B) 6.2 1 year 2 years

3 years 4 years and above TOTAL

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KC pupils with the sponsored equipment. 10

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Anglers bring home trophies

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THE KwaZulu-Natal Rock and Angling Club Championships was held from February 24 to February 27, at St Lucia on the North Coast. Umzimkhulu came first in the Henry Beavon category and second in the Memorial Cup, while Captain Sujay Rajbally took second position in the development angler category. Other fishing positions were Constable Jodash Singh in fourth place, Constable Wallace Daniels in ninth place and Captain Rajbally ob-

tained the fifth position in KZN. The championship included all the clubs in KZN, making the competition a challenge for Umzimkhulu. The competition was also physically demanding as the fishermen had to walk long distances carrying all their gear in search of the best fishing spots. The currents also made it increasingly difficult to get a bite, however Umzimkhulu made several good catches. — Supplied

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Only bidders that scored 80 points out of 100 in respect of “functionality” will be evaluated further and therefore be eligible for the award, and bidders that scored less than 80 points will be considered as non-responsive. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “PROVISION OF SECURITY SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FOR THE MATATIELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY “BID NO: 2019/2020-32” must be deposited in the Bid Box located at the New Budget and Treasury Oﬃces, Mountain View, Matatiele 4730. Matatiele Local Municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid and reserves the right to accept the Bid in whole or part, at the rates quoted. Technical enquiries should be directed to Ms K Blignaut (Manager: Administration and Council Support) at 039 737 8100 and SCM enquiries to Mr S Fokazi: Acting Manager: SCM at 039 737 8100 during oﬃce hours. ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER , MR. V. MLOKOTHI

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Umzimkhulu anglers with some of their trophies.

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UMZ VIEWPOINT Greetings to all

ZWELIPHANSI SKHOSANA MUNICIPAL MANAGER

PAUPERS’ FUNERALS People who are unfortunately found dead in our communities are kept in the government mortuary for a certain period while relatives and families are being tracked by relevant state security agencies. If they remain unclaimed after some years, and all avenues have been explored, they are cremated by the state through the Department of

Health. For the first time in the history of this rural town, a collaboration between Umzimkhulu Local Municipality, Department of Health, SAPS, Umzimkhulu Council of Churches and other relevant stakeholders embarked on a programme whereby the unclaimed bodies were given a proper funeral at the Umzimkhulu cemetery. This reveals a matured and caring leadership from all parties involved.

UMZIMKHULU SPECIAL COUNCIL For the municipality to be vibrant and continue creating an enabling environment for service delivery, a political oversight by the council is vitally important. It is on that note that after all municipal units have met through their respective departments, on budget adjustment programme, the consolidated proposed budget adjustment be approved by the council. A special council meeting was con-

vened by the speaker, primarily to approve the proposed budget adjustment. We can thus far boast about the level of accountability to the council by the administrative wing of this municipality. We therefore would like to express our sincere gratitude towards our personnel for working tirelessly, regardless of any hindrances encountered along the way. Till we meet again.

GKM VIEWPOINT LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA GREATER KOKSTAD MUNICIPAL MANAGER

WARM greetings to the Kokstad community. MEC FOR TRANSPORT APPROVES AN INCREASE IN MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND LICENCE FEES FOR THE PROVINCE OF KWAZULUNATAL The KZN Department of Transport mandated by Kwa-Zulu Natal Road Traffic Act, 1997 (act no 7 of 1997):

would like to inform the Greater Kokstad Residents that the MEC for Transport in KwaZulu-Natal has recently approved an increase in motor vehicle registration and licence fees for the province of KwaZulu-Natal to come into effect from April 1, 2020. Copies of the licence fees table are obtainable on the municipal website as per the Provincial Gazette: no 2158, dated January 23, 2020. Please be advised that fees contained in schedule 2 (Registration and License Fees) are subject to the increase, including specially classified vehicles. Other fees e.g. miscellaneous fees, MTN fees, permits etc. will remain unchanged. UPDATE ON STATE OF KOKSTAD ROADS I would like to take this opportunity and give an update on what the municipali-

ty is doing in improving the state of the internal roads and streets in Kokstad. As the municipality we are aware of the community’s concerns around this matter. From the entrance coming from N2; Railway Street up to the Avenue (Hope Street), that part of the road belongs to the Department of Transport, however, the municipality has been working on the street to patch potholes which unfortunately doesn’t last long because of the inclement weather. According to the Department of Transport, if they stick to their annual plan, this part of the road (from Railway Street to the Avenue) will be upgraded this year starting from April 2020. The municipality has its own plan in place for the rehabilitation of Kokstad roads starting within the CBD area. The following roads will be rehabilitated

and are budgeted for in the current financial year: Strachan Street for 650m, Brownlee Road for 350m, Ziestman Street for 250m and Nkuloleko Road 600m. The total budget set aside for all the above-mentioned roads is R4.8 million. The contractor is already on site and municipality will continue with the rehabilitation of roads in the next financial year 2020/2021. The identified roads include Barker Street, Dower Street and Coulter Street. From Main to Hawthorne Street the assessment process of these are underway pending the budget processes and approval. The municipality will update the community with new developments on these projects. TEMPORARY FAX NUMBER AND FIRE DEPARTMENT NUMBER FOR GKM

How graduates can get ahead in the job market TECHNICAL skills are always important, but alone they are no longer sufficient for ambitious graduates seeking to build a successful career, an education expert says. “The ability to get on well with people and actively build relationships among all role-players and stakeholders is now more important than ever, and absolutely essential for those graduates seeking to distinguish themselves in the job market,” says Wonga Ntshinga, Senior Head of Programme: Faculty of ICT at The Independent Institute of Education. “It is essential for all graduates to exercise their muscle when it comes to working well with your team, fostering cohesion and communicating effectively,” he says. Ntshinga says there are four competencies that support the effective performance and career growth of graduates beyond their field of academic expertise. COMMUNICATION “Effective communication is perhaps the most important competency to develop, because it is one that is not readily replaceable by technology,” Ntshinga says. “Communicating effectively allows you to build relationships, listen carefully, influence matters and build empathy.” Ntshinga says graduates should aim to use, as far as possible, simple language devoid of jargon when com-

municating with colleagues. “If you are in technical field, use standard terminology and use the appropriate terms correctly. As a graduate, you need to learn how to clearly communicate your messages to your colleagues and management, as miscommunication has the potential to negatively affect even the execution of your work and projects.” Ntshinga adds that it is essential that graduates understand they will be working with multiple people across multiple projects. INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPBUILDING Related to the above, graduates must develop how they relate to colleagues, managers and customers. “Also called enduring skills or soft skills, developing your ability to build relationships will help you become tactful, diplomatic, and eventually an excellent negotiator and mediator – all traits that are in high demand in our increasingly race, age, gender and culturally diverse workplaces,” he says. ANALYTICAL SKILLS The willingness and ability to problem-solve issues in the workplace is a major competitive advantage, says Ntshinga. “Set yourself apart by trying to find solutions, rather than simply pointing out problems and waiting for others to solve them. When faced with complex problems, break the main issues down into smaller components, and

start where you can.” BUSINESS ACUMEN Do as much as you can to develop beyond your current position, Ntshinga advises. “You need to study and understand the trade of your organisation - its clients, staff and stakeholders. You need to demonstrate expert insight into aspects of the business outside of your area of expertise, and understand the broader operating environment. You also need to constantly develop your complementary skills, for instance by doing related short courses, to remain competitive. By merely knuckling down and focusing on your daily tasks alone, you limit your resilience and ability to adapt to new roles if changes are introduced in the business.” In today’s competitive environment, with many graduates competing for limited positions and career advancement opportunities, employers naturally seek those graduates who can offer the full package, and get on with the job from day one without needing to be micro-managed, Ntshinga says. “If you are able to demonstrate your ongoing commitment to personal and professional development beyond the subject expertise you gained as a graduate, you will effectively boost your personal brand and position yourself strongly to advance your career. — Supplied

The Greater Kokstad Municipality would like to remind the community of Kokstad that the fax number 039 727 3676 is currently unavailable, however, those who wish to send documents to GKM in the form of a fax can utilise this temporary fax number: 039 797 6701 and to report fire incidents, use 039 797 6659 until July 2020. The community is urged to use the fire department contact number for electrical faults. Thank you for your patience in this regard. PUBLIC HEARING The National Parliament of South Africa invites Kokstad community to a public consultation meeting on the amendment of Section 25 of the Constitution of South Africa, the Consultation meeting is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 11 am at Kokstad Town Hall. Till next time.

HARRY GWALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY PUBLIC NOTICE 2019/2020 REVISED SERVICE DELIVERY AND BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION PLAN The Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 Section 54 (3) states that the Mayor must ensure that any revisions of the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan are made public promptly. The Harry Gwala District Mayor on the 25th of February 2020 approved its Revised Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan. It is therefore against this background that the Harry Gwala District Municipality requests members of the public to view the Special Revised Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan for Harry Gwala District Municipality and placed in the following district areas: 1. Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality (15 Watson Street, Creighton) 2. Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality (32 Arbuckle Street, Himeville) 3. Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality (29 Margaret Street, Ixopo) 4. Umzimkhulu Local Municipality (169 Main Street, Ixopo) 5. Greater Kokstad Local Municipality (72 Hope Street, Kokstad) 6. Harry Gwala District Ofﬁces (40 Main Street, Ixopo) 7. Bulwer Library (189 Jackson Street, Bulwer) 8. Ubuhlebezwe Library ( 62 Margaret Street, Ixopo) 9. Umzimkhulu Library (169 Main Street, UMzimkhulu) 10. Greater Kokstad Library (Town Hall, Main Street, Kokstad) 11. Harry Gwala District Municipal Website (www.harrygwaladm. gov.za) Enquires should be directed to: The Director IDP/PMS: Mr Z. Mtolo on tel: (039) 834 8771. MRS A.N. DLAMINI: MUNICIPAL MANAGER HARRY GWALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY www.thecandocompany.co.za 47993KZN

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KOKSTAD street bash was held at the town’s railway station on Saturday, February 29. There was the smell of rubber, the shrieking of tyres and joy at the event. Spinners entertained the crowd with their stunts which most definitely should not be tried at home. The event was organised by the Kokstad Street Crew spinners.

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PUBLIC NOTICE MUNICIPAL ADJUSTMENT BUDGET 2019/2020 Notice is hereby given that the Greater Kokstad Municipal Council has approved the Adjustment Budget for 2019/2020 In terms of section 28 chapter 4 of the MFMA, the municipality may revise its approved annual budget through an adjustment budget. Base on the above legislative requirements, the Council of the Greater Kokstad Local Municipality, on the 26th February 2020, approved the Adjustment Budget for 2019/2020 ﬁnancial year. The below table summarized the adjustments. TOTAL REVISED REVENUE 20192020

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Trails of smoke as a car spins at the event.

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CHILDREN who live on the streets of Kokstad have walked away with packs of groceries and clothes donated by the United Methodist Church, Mount Currie circuit on Sunday, March 1. The church’s Sunday school teachers, Veronica Nqasha and Mana Khamshe, collected old clothes from individuals assisted by Sunday school children to help the children who are homeless and poor. “Seven children who live on the streets were given groceries and clothes at a Sunday service and this was part of preaching the word of God. “They were identified by members of the church,” said Nqasha, who was one of the congregants that conducted the programme of helping street children. She said that the programme was initiated last year to show love to children and to keep them off the streets. She said that the church also donated groceries to six needy families. “The church decided to give street kids groceries rather than money, because we suspected that they will use the money to buy alcohol or drugs,” she said.

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UPILS at Hlangwini Senior Secondary School in Matatiele were informed about the dangers of crime by stakeholders who visited their school on February 20, including ex-offender Katleho Moletsane who urged pupils to refrain from criminal activities. The crime awareness programme was organised by government departments including the Department of Safety and Liaison, the Department of Correctional Services, SAPS, Department of Social Development and the Department of Education. The programme was held after the school complained about crime, dangerous weapons that were carried into the school by pupils, fights among pupils and the use of dagga. The Eastern Cape Department of Safety and Liaison Acting Provincial Head Zukile Kani said the aim of the programme was to teach pupils to stay away from crime and instil a culture of teaching and learning. He said the most prevalent crimes in the area are stock theft, attempted murder, murder, rape and assaults.

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Pupils at the awareness programme.

SAPS Dog Unit members demonstrate how they fight crime.

He encouraged a healthy working relationship between the school principal and Afsondering Police Station

Commander. Ex-offender turned aspiring musician, Katleho Moletsane vehemently

warned pupils to refrain from criminal activities, saying that would limit their chances of employment.

Umzimkhulu pupils receive new uniforms PUPILS from Mabandla Senior Secondary and Hilltop Primary School in Umzimkhulu received new uniforms at a back-to-school programme organised by the Umzimkhulu Municipality and MTN on Friday, February 21. Representatives from the Umzimkhulu Municipality led by the deputy mayor Sindisiwe Nkala, along with representatives from MTN visited the schools where they handed over uniforms, school shoes, school bags, and books to 50 pupils from both schools. “It is important to prioritise education in everything and to motivate pupils as well. We would like to thank MTN for working with the municipality,” said Nkala.

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Ready to learn with new shoes on their feet SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.com PUPILS from the Thembalethu Senior Secondary School in Kokstad have received new shoes donated by the Metropolitan Insurance Company, Kokstad branch on Tuesday, March 3. The company donated 10 pairs of school shoes to pupils as a way of supporting education. Nomawisile Nopakela, the Metropolitan Insurance Company Top Financial Advisor, Kokstad Branch said

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St Monica’s Diocesan School in Matatiele welcomed new Afrikaans teacher, Anje Kandan at the school this week. The school wishes Kandan an enjoyable teaching experience. Pupils who received new uniform from Mabandla Senior Secondary.

the company adopted the school last the shoes. year, because it was new in Kokstad, and had many pupils from poor families. She said their company supported the school during Eli lixesha lakho lokuba usule inyembezi naku Dr Fatima uzokunceda kuzo zonke ingxaki the awards ceremony last onjongene nazo Cell: 083 2758616/073 0909 683 year, and there are many upcoming projects that they 1. Ukubuyisa isithandwa sakho are still planning to sponsor 2. Bheka mina ngedwa at the school. 3. Ukubuyisa into eyibiwe The school principal 4. Imali engena kwi account yakho Noligwa Magwaza was 5. Amagundwani akuphathela imali pleased with the donation of ngokukhawuleza

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UPERMARKET and pharmacy shelves across China are left bare as people scramble to lay their hands on basic necessities, medicines and foodstuff as fears mount that the Coronavirus could drag on. Panic buying has also set in among Americans, where pharmacies are selling out of face masks. Sellers on Amazon cannot keep up with the demand and say deliveries will be delayed for weeks. In the UK too, the Brits are stocking up on so-called “panic boxes” where sales of long-life emergency food and drink supplies have spiked by more than 1 200%. By mid-February, sales of an over-the-counter na-

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Training pays off for athlete SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.com

DUMISO Sokhela (25) from Deepdale has won R50 000 after he came first in the 42.2 km race at the Harry Gwala District Marathon last Sunday, March 1, finishing in a time of 2:19. He was followed by Lesotho runner, Teboho Noosi (33) at 2:22. The main race started from the R612 in Highflats, while the 21.1 km started from Ixopo and the 10 km started at the KwaNokweja junction. The finishing point for all races was at Umzimkhulu College. Comrades Marathon Champion Bongumusa Mthembu said: “I congrat-

ulate Sokhela for winning the marathon, he has shown his strength and has been training hard. I want young people to work hard to be able to perform on a bigger stage,” he said. Harry Gwala District Municipality Mayor Zamo Nxumalo, who also ran the 10 km race,said that this year’s marathon was well supported by runners. “The marathon was held in celebration of 100 years of Harry Gwala. I did not prepare myself to run 10 km, but I managed to finish in a time of 1:15,”said Nxumalo. Umzimkhulu Municipality Mayor Mphuthumi Mpabanga said that the district marathon made as significant contribution to the local economy. Mpabanga also ran the 21.1 km.

The KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala and the MEC for Sport and Recreation Hlengiwe Mavimbela were also at the event. Winning the 42.2 km in the female race was Loveness Madziva who finished in a time of 2:43. The 21.1 km was won by Tebello Ramakongoana in 1 hour, and Umzimkhulu runner Jenet Mbhele won the 21.1 km female race in a time of 1:11. Toka Badboy won the 10 km in 27:51, and Thobile Mkhize came first for the ladies in 33:30. Comrades Marathon Champion Bongumusa Mthembu (left) with Harry Gwala District Marathon champion Ndumiso Sokhela.

DR NKOSAZANA DLAMINIZUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

PUBLIC NOTICE

MUNICIPALITY ADJUSTMENT BUDGET 2019/2020

Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 21A of the Municipal Systems Act, No. 32 of 2000, Section 28 of the Municipal Finance Management Act, No. 56 of 2003 and part 4 of the Municipal Budget and Reporting Regulations that Council of Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality has revised and approved its adjustment budget and SDBIP for the financial year ending 30 June 2020. The Adjustment Budget is available for viewing in the Municipal building and on the Municipal website. Description

Original

Budget 2019/2020

Adjustment

Budget 2019/2020

REVENUE PHOTOS: SIPHELELE NKETO

Runners prepare for the start of the 42.2 km.

Women’s football league kicks off SIPHELELE NKETO >>siphelele@media24.com

The Girls Heroes FC will also face off Diski Pros FC and the last game of Nkwezela Ladies FC and Kokstad Sport Academy A will be played at 3 pm.

FOOTBALL fans will witness the opening of the Harry Gwala Women’s Regional League matches at the Bhambatha UMzimkhulu Municipality Sports Ground in PROVINCE OF KWAZULU-NATAL Bulwer this SaturKZN435/19/20/011 CORP day, March 7. Six football teams The uMzimkhulu Municipality an equal opportunity employer requires the services will face off at the of suitable qualified, skills and experienced candidate for the under mentioned permanent challenging position. games. League coordinator Lindo XaEXECUTIVE SECRETARY ba said two teams (FINANCE DEPARTMENT) TG 7 cancelled from participating, and apSalary: R145 385.28 p.a. pealed to other footMinimum requirements: • Matric • Diploma in Office Administration/Finance ball teams to join and Accounting • Computer literacy office applications • 1 - 2 years’ relevant the league. experience. “In the last seaKey performance areas: • Take minutes in meetings and maintain the Chief son we had 12 Financial Officers diary – make appointments for them • Arrange meetings, book venues and accommodation where necessary • Perform all administrative teams, and the numfunctions like filing, typing, binding documents, photocopying and faxing ber has dropped to • Screen all incoming calls for the Budget & Treasury Office as well as taking six. We appeal to messages • Responsible for maintaining records in regards to correspondence and mail received • Take minutes of meetings held for the Budget & Treasury Office other teams to form • End user for each department with regards to the Municipal Financial System part of the league, (MUNSOFT) • Maintain stocks of standard forms and stationery and complete which will end in requisition orders to facilitate the replenishment of items prior to depletion. November,” said XaAll applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and application ba. letter, certified copies of educational qualifications must be addressed to: The Municipal Manager, Attention: Deputy Manager: Corporate In the weekend Services, UMzimkhulu Municipality, P O Box 53, UMzimkhulu, 3297 fixtures, Nkwezela or hand delivery to 169 Main Street, UMzimkhulu Municipality, Old Ladies FC will play Main Building to the Deputy Manager: Corporate Services Office. Real Hope FC at 10 CLOSING DATE: 18 MARCH 2020. am, Diski Pros FC Enquires can be directed to: The Deputy Manager: Corporate Services, on face off against Watel. (039) 259 5019. terfall FC, while No faxed or e-mailed application will be accepted. Kokstad Sport AcadUMzimkhulu Municipality is an equal opportunity employer with stronger emy A will take on gender bias, woman disabled candidates are encouraged to apply. Girls Heroes FC, and MR Z.S. SIKHOSANA: MUNICIPAL MANAGER Real Hope FC go up www.ayandambanga.co.za www.thecandocompany.co.za 48023KZN against Waterfall FC.

Property Rates

-39 361 095

-34 575 246

Service Charges

-3 799 676

Licences and Permits

-998 133

-751 003

Fines

-597 476

Government Grants and Subsides

-162 556 000

-162 727 343

Interest on Investments

-7 741 359

Other Revenue

-3 151 311

-6 749 316

-218 205 050

-216 941 419

63 964 945

60 690 318

Councillors Remuneration

12 627 427

General Expenditure

45 126 135

45 393 447

Programmes

15 301 437

15 234 397

Total Revenue OPERATING EXPENDITURE Employee Related Costs

Repairs and Maintenance Provisions Electrification (Internal Funded)

9 403 584

9 343 584

41 614 976

34 762 350

11 729 856

Total Operating Expenditure

188 038 504

189 781 381

Surplus/Defict

-30 166 546

-27 160 038

Internal Capital Budget

41 495 000

62 888 603

Municipal Infrastructure Grant

27 149 000

Total Capital Expenditure

68 644 000

90 037 603

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

OTHER GRANTS INEP Housing TOTAL OTHER GRANTS

8 000 000

50 447 590

58 447 590

REVISED SERVICE DELIVERY AND BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2019/2020

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality hereby gives notice in terms of Section 53(3) of the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 that the 2019/2020 Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) has been approved by the Mayor of Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality and is now made public. The above documents are now available at the following sites for viewing: • Creighton Municipal Offices • Municipal Libraries • The Municipal Website: www.ndz.gov.za • Himeville Municipal Offices and, • Bulwer Community Service Centre Comments and suggestions may be forwarded to: The Municipal Manager’s Office, P O Box 62, Creighton, 3263, or hand delivered for the attention of: The Municipal Manager,1 Main Street, Creighton, 3263, within 21 days of publication.

Mr N.C.VEZI: MUNICIPAL MANAGER www.thecandocompany.co.za 48035KZN

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Harry Gwala District Municipal Website (www.harrygwaladm

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality (15 Watson Street, Creighton

Ubuhlebezwe Library(62 Margaret Street, Ixopo

Umzimkhulu Local Municipality (169 Main Street, Ixopo

Umzimkhulu Library (169 Main Street, UMzimkhulu

Harry Gwala District Offices (40 Main Street, Ixopo

Bulwer Library (189 Jackson Street, Bulwer

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality (32 Arbuckle Street Himeville

Greater Kokstad Local Municipality (72 Hope Street, Kokstad