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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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South Africa

In S.A, DA Demands Accountability Over R1 Billion Municipal Deficit

In S.A, the DA in the Free State is calling for urgent accountability, as the Maluti-a-Phofung Municipality ends the 2023/2024 financial year with a one-billion-rand deficit. Over the past year, revenue stood at 1.73-billion-rand while expenses reached 2.82-billion-rand. The DA’s, Alison Oates, says this financial mismanagement directly affects residents, who continue to face water shortages, electricity instability, and deteriorating municipal services:  

today19 February, 2025 41

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INTERVIEW: Gobabis Community to Stage Mass Demonstration Against Municipal Injustices

  The Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances over social and economic injustices perpetuated by the local municipality. The protest, spearheaded by Veronia Mokaleng-Kuzeeko, a regional activist, will see community members gather to demand accountability and improved services from the Gobabis municipality. During a conversation, the activist outlined the issues prompting the demonstration. "The water infrastructure in Gobabis is severely compromised, with regular […]

today29 August, 2024 80

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Namibia

Windhoek Deputy Mayor criticizes Katutura residents committee over debt relief plan

https://youtu.be/yENxyZgNh6o     By Valeria Handobe, via News on One   Windhoek deputy mayor, Joseph Uapingene, called the Katutura Residents Committee ungrateful and described their call to review the debt relief programme as unreasonable. According to Uapingene, the committee should have simply expressed gratitude for the 100% debt write-off for pensioners and the 50% off for non-pensioners, instead of rejecting it. Uapingene's remarks come after the committee submitted a petition […]

today23 April, 2024 53

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Namibia

Walvis Bay taxi drivers go on strike

Walvis Bay’s taxi operators staged a protest against potholes and exorbitant traffic fines in the town on Tuesday. The group intends to deliver a petition to the municipality on Wednesday. The protest was sparked by the municipality's failure to address their concerns after receiving two petitions in 2023. Here is Walvis Bay Mayor, Trevino Forbes.

today13 March, 2024 41

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Namibia

Tsumeb Municipality Initiates Formalization Projects for Kuvukiland to Enhance Living Conditions

The Tsumeb Municipality has launched initiatives to formalize the Kuvukiland informal area, with a targeted completion date by the end of this year. Municipal spokesperson Stella Imalwa-Nangolo, in an interview with Nampa, emphasized the objective of improving residents' living conditions by providing essential services, simultaneously elevating the overall status of the town. Imalwa-Nangolo expressed the municipality's commitment to enhancing Tsumeb's standing, especially given its recognition as one of Namibia's tourist […]

today22 January, 2024 79

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Namibia

Otjiwarongo Municipality Unveils State-of-the-Art Machinery for Road Development

Otjiwarongo's Municipality revealed its newly acquired heavy machinery on Thursday, aimed at advancing road construction and maintenance in the town. Otjozondjupa Governor, James Uerikua, emphasized the necessity of this modern fleet for Otjiwarongo, an economic hub, given that the existing equipment is 60 years old. The fleet, valued at N$10.7 million, comprises a grader, roller compactor, front-end loader, and a 14,000-liter water tank truck. Uerikua highlighted the strategic importance of […]

today19 January, 2024 11

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South Africa

City of Tshwane cautions residents to be vigilant of municipal refuse collectors

The City of Tshwane cautions residents to be vigilant of municipal refuse collectors and contractors soliciting Christmas gifts for the festive season. The municipality says residents are not obligated to provide gifts or money to refuse collection personnel. Any attempts to demand gifts or donations go against the city’s policies, and residents are urged to report such incidents. The city’s Selby Bokaba says monthly utility bills cover waste collection, and […]

today15 December, 2023 26

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Namibia

Otjiwarongo local authority council re-elects office bearers

The Otjiwarongo Municipality’s local authority council on Tuesday re-elected its office bearers to their respective positions. Mayor Gottlieb Shivute successfully retained his position after being nominated and seconded by fellow councillors. Deputy Town Mayor Julienda Kampungu also returned to her position through a unanimous vote. The councillors further re-elected Godhardt Hoko as the chairperson of the municipality's management committee, alongside Hilsa Jesaja and Sebetius Guiteb. Gideon Iiyambo was appointed as […]

today29 November, 2023 11