FREE Alfred Nzo District Municipality Mayor CLLR. Vukile Mhlelembana visits Bizana
FRIDAY 18 FEB 2022—ISSUE 17
SINENKANI FC PUTS BIZANA ON THE MAP
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The Stubborn Army will battle with another Glad Africa Championship in the Nedbank Cup
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A GROUP OF YOUNG PEOPLE USE TECHNOLOGY TO TRANSFORM PEOPLE’S LIVES Avuyile Ncanga Tech Innovators Hub is a business co-operative based in Mthatha, powered by SADICO a Non-Profit organisation funded by the Labour Department. Tech Innovators prides itself with providing a revolutionary way of conducting business in and around UMthatha, this tech Co-operative is vested and established on values like honesty, integrity, respect and professionalism. The co-operative is comprised of a group of goal driven young individuals from different walks of life, who are using technology to evolve the lives of people in and around Mthatha The tech group discovered that majority of villages in the Eastern Cape are not familiar with the use of technology and how the world of technology evolves in a split second, with the knowledge imparted by SADICO. Tech Innovators Hub decided to help bridge the gap between technology and the people. They help people with digital skills training which provides individuals with better understanding of how to use technology. The Cooperative offers services like: ➢ Web site development ➢ Digital skills training (4IR skillset) ➢ 3D printing ➢ Cell phone repairs ➢ Wi-Fi-hot spots ➢ Computer/Laptop repairs ➢ Branding ➢ Logo design, business letterheads ➢ Business Plan formation ➢ Company registration Packages ➢ App development Tech innovators Hub developed a website called Go Find me, which is set to assist with finding missing individuals, the website was developed due to a number of kidnaps that are sprouting in South Africa. The developers of the website say, go find me is national website that can pinpoint the location of the reported missing persons anywhere in South Africa. The tech Co-operative is currently working on an Application for go find me which will make the process much easier because it will provide merchandise like GPS installed tags that can be placed in hand bags, back packs or watches of people just should they go missing.
Residents of Bizana has vowed to take matters into their own hands in the R61 pothole issue as years— Page 2
In this month’s issue: •
Tender scandal gets mayor sacked by Mbizana Local Municipality
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Bizana Youth Radio to host a music competition for local artists
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From Miss Bizana first princess to Miss Durban finalist
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BOREHOLE UNDER CONSTRCTION FOR THE PEOPLE OF WARD 19 AND 22 Avuyile Ncanga
access to clean water. He said there are number of factors that contribute to water being cut-off, one being the illegal installation of water pipes that supply private families. He said the installation of these pipes disrupt the flow of water to the appropriate channels: the other could be the gashing water that is not maintained by the municipality and sometimes not reported by the community.
On Monday the 14 of February 2022 Alfred Ndzo District Municipality Executive Mayor Cllr: Vukile Mhlelembana visited ward 19 and 22 community members at Lukholo hall under Winnie Madikizela Mandela Local Municipality. The visit was meant to engage the community about the Water project and challenges faced by the above mentioned wards. Hon Mhlelembana in addressing the issue of water said, His aware that the community members of the two wards had received water before, but soon after they did not have any
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In response to the Hon’s delivery, community members argued that they do not trust anything said because government is good when it comes to promising and never delivers and some of the villages are still without toilets and water. Hon Mhlelembana promised that the wards that the borehole will be fully functional after three months.
On Tuesday the 8th of February 2022, Mhlanga youth organisation together with the community of Mhlanga marched to the Winnie Madikizela Mandela municipality to demand service delivery.
Siphiwe Maziyane who is the co-ordinator of the organisation told Pondoland Times that, it’s been She added that the alleged perpetrator is six years since the community has been without water and another pressing issue is the problem someone close to the family, she says of potholes. as a family they want closure and that will only happen if the alleged perpetraSiphiwe says they are demanding water and they tor is arrested together with everyone want to leave the premises with water because implicated on the brutal killing the municipality always promises to answer withof Siphelele. Samkelo Lushaba ( Siphe- in 7 working days but never delivers. He says as lele's Cousin) said they live in fear bethe community of Mhlanga they feel neglected cause there is a threatening list which includes the names of people who might by the municipality. be next in line. He said it have become difficult to even sleep at night because anyone cab be the next victim.
Babongile Qunya and her son (Nkosinathi Qunya) were arrested on Thursday morning, by Orgernised Crime together with the Mpisi police officials in connection with the murder of Siphelele The community of Makhwantini matched to the MagisNyama. they are said to appear in Court trate court demanding Justice for Siphelele Nyama, on Wednesday the 23rd of February they say justice will only be served if Msizi does not 2022. get bail and they want him to rot in jail. Nolungile Tshungana (Siphelele Nyama's Aunt) said as the family they feel unhappy about the murder of Siphelele because he was killed like a criminal.
THE COMMUNITY OF MHLANGA DEMANDS SERVICE DELIVERY FROM THE WINNIE MANDELA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
The Alfred Ndzo Municipality is currently constructing a temporally borehole that will supply ward 19 and 22 while they are still in search for a permanent solution, Hon Mhlelembana said that the project is 80% done, he has promised the community members that the project will be finished in a period of Three months.
MOTHER AND SON ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SIPHELELE NYAMA'S MURDER Avuyile Ncanga
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The Mhlanga Community says they have last received clean water in 2016, also the municipality has been inconsistent when it comes to service delivery. The community is in quest of a permanent solution. The community says, they believe there has been maladministration of funds because the municipality installed a broken water engine and the installation was allegedly worth FIVE HUNDERAND THOUSAND RAND. Siphiwe Maziyane says, they have been in talks with the new ward councillor and they cannot hold him accountable since he is new in office.
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PROFESSIONAL HELP IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO APPLY FOR NYDA AND ISIQALO YOUTH FUND Quan Dambuza WINNIE MADIKIZELA MANDELA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
“I got my NYDA funding through the help of Vision Xhosa, they are good consultants”
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In the past months Vision Xhosa (PTY) Ltd, a business consultancy company has helped individuals apply and receive funding from various departments. A company founded by young visionary youth based in Ntlenzi, Bizana is only striving for excellence. “We have decided to offer package deals this year, for NYDA, Isiqhalo Funding and LRED” – says the Yanga Their package includes all the tasks that are required (Business Plan, quote finding, profile, document filling, research, procurement etc). - NYDA (R 1 750) - Isiqalo Youth Fund and LRED Fund (R3500) In the past year they had four clients that they assisted with NYDA and all four clients received funding worth R 50 000. Mfumaneko says without the help from Vision Xhosa he would not have managed to get his application submitted on time. “The process seems to be quite daunting when you are a small business and we are not well informed about the application processes that much.” adds Mfumaneko. Vision Xhosa (PTY) Ltd is a diverse organisation focusing on farming and consulting services. They also hosts farming imbizo and small business conferences Image File: Mfumaneko Zololo, owner of Amadiba Consultant, a Vision meant to empower local farmers and sharing of funding opportunities within the Xhosa client—Photo/Supplied agriculture sector. It is not easy to get funding for small rural based businesses because in most cases these businesses have no bank account, no financial systems in place and mostly, have no business plans. Companies like Vision Xhosa exists to help entrepreneurs with such services; making them ready for funding opportunities. Contact details: iyanziza1@gmail.com 063 029 8723 (Direct call) 082 289 3518 (Whatsapp)
INVITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS INTO THE DRAFT ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2020/21 FINANCIAL YEAR Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 21(a) of the Municipal Systems Act of 2000 and Section 127(5) of the Municipal Finance Management Act 56 of 2003 that the Draft Annual Report for 2020/2021 Financial Year was presented to Council for noting by the Honourable Mayor of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality on the 27th January 2022. All stakeholders: members of the Public, Communities within Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Government Institutions, Faith-based Institutions, Non-profit organisations, Private Sector and Civil Society Organisations are hereby invited to submit representations in connection with the Annual Report. Hardcopies of the report are available for public viewing in the following Municipal Offices:
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Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality (Municipal Manager’s Office) Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality (Reception Area) Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality Library
Enquiries should be directed to the Manager Operations: Ms N. Jokweni, P.O. Box 12 Bizana 4800 or alternatively by sending an email to: jokwenin@mbizana.gov.za or by calling 039 251 0230 Comments should be made in writing and submitted for the attention of the Municipal Manager. The closing date for submission of comments is the 11th March 2022.
ISAZISO UMasipala wase Winnie Madikizela-Mandela umema uluntu lonke lwaseBizana ukuba lwenze izixokomezelo, izilungiso kunye neziphakamiso kumqulu wengxelo Oyilwayo Wonyaka-mali ka2020/2021. Umqulu lo oyilwayo ufumaneka kwezindawo zilandelayo: • KwaMasipala waseWinnie Madikizela-Mandela kwi-ofisi kaManejala kaMasipala • KwaMasipala waseWinnie Madikizela-Mandela kwi-ofisi yolwamkelo • Kwithala lencwadi likaMaspala Ngengcaciso ngokubanzi bhalela uMphathi weenkqubo zikaMaspala: Ms N. Jokweni kuledilesi, P.O. Box 12 Bizana 4800, okanye umchwethezele ku: jokwenin@mbizana.gov.za okanye utsalele umnxeba ku-039 251 0230 Iziphakamiso mazibhalwe phantsi zithunyelwe kuqwalwaselo lukaMphathi kaMasipala. Usuku lokuvalwa kolwamkelo lweziphakamiso ngumhla ka 11th March 2022. Owenu kulawulo loMasipala
________________________ PUBLIC NOTICE FOR IDP REPRESENTATIVE FORUM Notice is hereby given in terms of Chapter 5 Section 29 (1) (b) of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act (32 of 2000) that Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality is issuing out an invitation to all relevant stakeholders to attend the IDP Rep forum meeting which has been arranged as per the details below: -
Mnu. L. Mahlaka Mphathi Masipala
JANUARY 8 STATEMENT Avuyile Ncanga
Date
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25 February 2022
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Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Regional Hospital Hall
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10h00
This invitation is extended to all Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality communities, Ward Committees, Sector Departments, representatives from organised stakeholder groups: (NGOs / CBOs, Special Focus Groups like People With Disabilities, elderly, women, youth and children), organized Business, (Tourism / Agriculture/ Mining SMMEs), Implementing Agents, Parastatals, Service Providers, Representatives from un-organized groups, nominated Community representatives, and all other interested and affected parties. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ISAZISO SENTLANGANISO YE IDP REPRESENTATIVE FORUM Ngokugunyaziswa ngumthetho olawula iinkqubo zokusebenza kooMaspala (Local Governemnt Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000) isahluko 5 (1) (b), oku kukwazisa nokumema uluntu lonke lwase Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality ngentlanganiso yokuhlaziywa komqulu wophuhliso (IDP) eyakubanjwa ngoluhlobo lulandelayo:-
Umhla
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25 February 2022
Indawo :
Iholo yesibhedlele iOliver and Adelaide Tambo Regional Hospital
Ixesha
10h00
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Esi simemo sibhekiswe kubo bonke ooCeba, abaphathi bamasebe kaRhulumente, amaqumrhu ooSomashishini nawezenkolo, iiCDWs, iiWard Committees kunye nemibutho yasekuhlaleni.
Owenu Kulawolo loMaspala …………………………………………. Mr. L. Mahlaka Municipal Manager
President Cyril Ramaphosa, delivered the January 8 statement at the old Peter Mokaba stadium in Polokwane Limpopo, due to the outbreak of the pandemic Covid-19 the event could not take place last year. The January 8 statement draws out the main activities for the year ahead and usually and the year is usually named with task in mind this has been the Parry’s tradition since the first democratic elections in 1994. The biggest question has been whether or not the January 8 statement still holds its significance because the party is discoloured in many ways that one, it has huge internal differences, it currently has a suspended secretary general, it also suffered great loss in the local elections and the corruption allegations that have been on the state capture commission of enquiry. many citizens argue that the party has lost its core values and significance Speaking to ENCA political analyst Lihle Ngcobozi said that, the January 8 statement still holds a cultural resonance not only for the party but for its members of the party as well. She outlined that the January 8 statement shapes the way in which conversational power will play out in very critical years, will the president be able to speak to the confidence of the citizens, will he also be able to retain his sit with the upcoming elections in the upcoming years.
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BIZANA SOCCER TOURNAMENT A ROARING SUCCESS Wild Coast Sun steps in as sponsor to save the day For the tournament, the Wild Coast Sun sponsored prizes including eight sets of soccer kit, a full training equipment kit, trophies and medals, balls, as well as field equipment. “The teams could participate in the tournament and looked forward to the wonderful prizes on offer thanks to the generous sponsorship,” Gusha said. Wild Coast Sun General Manager Peter Tshidi said: “As a former footballer myself, this tournament is close to my heart as it assists in developing local football talent. “We want to see these young footballers represent the Bizana region and hopefully grow in the professional football setup, having been identified in key development tournaments such as these.” (above and below): South African footballing legend Doctor Khumalo (seen above centre left) conducting a two-day soccer coaching clinic with the coaches of the teams participating in
Some of the best local football talent was on display recently at the annual Mbizana soccer tournament after the Wild Coast Sun stepped in as sponsor at the last minute to save the day.
Gusha added that the tournament was critical in keeping the youth active and engaged in positive and affirming activities during the festive season, and also provided the ideal showcase for local football talent to perform in front of scouting networks. The tournament was won by Spears Football Club.
A total of 65 teams from around Bizana and neighboring towns took part in the South African Football Association (Safa) affiliated youth event for all ages over three days from 26-28 December. However, the tournament almost didn’t happen due to lack of sponsorship. George Gusha, the Mbizana Local Football Association (LFA) Chairperson, said: “The sponsorship from Wild Coast Sun came at a time when we had lost all hope of continuing this event due to a shortage of sponsorships.
SINENKANI FC TO BATTLE IT OUT WITH GLAD AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIP SIDE, TTM IN THE NEDBANK LAST 16 Mawande Genu
The Stubborn Army went into the Nedbank Cup against Glad Africa Championship side, Free State Stars FC as underdogs after they qualified for the competition by winning the Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League spot.
side that had the last laugh as as they booked a sport in the last 16 after winning 10 – 9 in the penalty shootout to become the first team from Bizana to make it to that stage of the competition.
The two teams were in separable in regular play time after the Bizana outfit managed to hold their own against the team from the Free State and the game ended without a single goal. Sinenkani FC proved to be a tough nut to crack for Free State
The Stubborn Army will do battle with another Glad Africa Championship in Tshakuma in the last round of 16s as confirmed in last week’s Nedbank Cup draw. The faithful fans of the club will be hoping
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