People
Megan Morgenrood, a Newcastle local, brings gold back to the city
“Newcastle KZN’s Megan Morgenrood recently participated in the Talent Africa Nationals 2021, observing her bring back five gold medals.”
Municipal
Durban initiative to reduce the rate of new HIV infections
“eThekwini has become the first city in the province to launch the HIV/AIDS, TB and STI Behavioural Campaign Programme.”
Amajuba Municipality’s Disaster Unit begins clean-up in Osizweni
“According to an announcement, the Amajuba District Municipality’s Disaster Management Unit is committed to preventing future disasters.”
Municipal Structures Amendment Act to take effect in local government
“According to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the Local Government: Municipal Structures Amendment Act will take effect on November 1, 2021.”
Community boots staff out of Umkhanyakude District Offices
“(CoGTA) MEC Sipho Hlomuka dispatched senior officials to the municipality, after residents barricaded it for three days”
Dirty laundry aired as Newcastle’s Amcor Dam draws national attention
“On 3 October 2021, the government entity issued a press statement plus videos to respective media houses.”
eMadlangeni (Utrecht) Municipality responds to social media allegations
“Due to the seriousness of the information being shared on WhatsApp, the eMadlandgeni Municipality is setting the record straight.”
Low numbers see Amajuba District launch “Vuma” vaccine initiative
“A total of 21% of South Africa’s adult population is now fully vaccinated. However, the Amajuba District is lagging in the race.”
New rules at Paradise Sports Grounds generates interesting feedback
“Groups now require a Newcastle Municipality’s Protection Services permit to gain entrance due to recent changes.”
Dept of Water takes charge of Newcastle, KZNs water pollution issues
“For too long now, raw sewage and other pollutants have been allowed to flow freely into Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal’s water supplies.”
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National
Loadshedding suspended, but further power outages are a possibility
“Eskom states loadshedding is officially suspended as of 14 October 2021. However, there is still a risk of further power outages.”
1 November designated as a national holiday
“The date is the day of the Local Government Elections, in which eligible voters will elect councillors to represent them at local level.”
Possible loadshedding; Eskom says watch your usage
“Eskom requests the public to reduce the usage and continue using electricity sparingly. This is to assist in avoiding loadshedding.”
Step by Step on how to get your digital vaccination certificate
“The South African COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate portal is virtually live. Some people have already obtained their certificates.”
Eskom is the world’s most polluting company, says CREA
“CREA states that Eskom’s emissions surpass the total power sector emissions of any country in the world except for India.”
Britain must explain strange ban on South African travel
“The United States of America and Mauritius have opened their borders for South Africans. However, the United Kingdom isn’t following suit.”
Economy
85% of Healthcare workers to leave SA if NHI implemented
“Solidarity released its latest report on the National Health Insurance (NHI), which stresses that the majority of healthcare workers will leave South Africa if the government implements the NHI.”
Crime
62-year-old rape victim shares feelings, following rapist’s sentencing
“The 34-year-old culprit was recently condemned to life in prison by the Madadeni Regional Court for raping a a 62-year-old woman.”