The Matjhabeng Local Municipality is deeply worried about the growing problem of cable theft, a crime causing significant disruption in our community. This illegal activity not only disrupts important services but also poses serious risks and challenges for Matjhabeng residents.
Recent reports of cable theft have come from key areas, like the bold theft of cables from various places, including the Heavy Industrial Area in Odendaalsrus, Welkom, and Bedelia. Also, incidents like damaging a pillar box and setting fire to a substation in Welkom CBD have worsened the situation.
These crimes have serious effects beyond just being inconvenient. They impact the safety, security, and well-being of Matjhabeng residents.
Power disruptions not only cause discomfort but also affect essential services like street lighting, telecommunications, and public infrastructure. Businesses also suffer financial losses due to power cuts and communication breakdowns, slowing down economic growth in the region....
In a troubling incident, a water pipe in Meloding, Virginia, was deliberately destroyed after municipal efforts to repair it, leaving the community without water for weeks. This shows the severe consequences of damaging infrastructure.
Destroying municipal infrastructure, especially water facilities, has serious consequences. Schools struggle to provide clean water for drinking, sanitation, and hygiene, affecting the health and safety of learners and teachers and undermining education quality. Healthcare facilities also struggle with water shortages, while businesses and residents face disruptions to daily life and economic activities.
Destroying municipal infrastructure, especially water facilities, has serious consequences. Schools struggle to provide clean water for drinking, sanitation, and hygiene, affecting the health and safety of learners and teachers and undermining education quality. Healthcare facilities also struggle with water shortages, while businesses and residents face disruptions to daily life and economic activities.
By working together with residents of Matjhabeng, we can protect our infrastructure, ensure essential services continue uninterrupted, and make Matjhabeng safer and more resilient.
The Matjhabeng Local Municipality strongly condemns these acts of vandalism and urges residents to report any suspicious behaviour or instances of vandalism immediately. We are committed to working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and prosecute those responsible for these crimes.
It is important for residents to understand the importance of protecting and preserving municipal infrastructure for the benefit of the whole community. Let us stand together against vandalism and work towards building a resilient and prosperous Matjhabeng.
In a visionary move to enhance the overall road infrastructure, the * Nyakallong (Ward 36) current administration of Matjhabeng Local Municipality has made a decisive commitment to improve accessibility across all areas under its jurisdiction.
Living up to this commitment, the administration has already initiated road construction projects in Nyakallong, Kutlwanong, and Mmamahabane wards. Furthermore, plans are in progress to construct more roads during this financial year, demonstrating a dedicated effort to connect and uplift various communities.
In a commendable stride towards fortifying local infrastructure, the Matjhabeng Local Municipality proudly announces an array of ambitious road development projects poised to redefine key areas within the municipality. These initiatives, driven by an unwavering commitment to enhance accessibility and foster economic growth, represent a significant leap towards a more connected and a prosperous community.
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Nyakallong (Ward 36) - Revitalizing Roads and Drainage Systems.
At the heart of Ward 36, the Nyakallong project focuses on the substantial upgrade of 3km of gravel roads to paved surfaces, accompanied by an extensive * Mmamahabane (Ward 1) stormwater drainage system. The project, initiated on April 11, 2023, was successfully completed within a 61-week period, totaling an investment of R33,924,038.28.
* This transformative endeavor transcends mere infrastructure improvement; it is a community-building effort that has positively impacted 140 individuals, including 44 women, 19 young men, and 2 individuals with disabilities. These community members benefited from job opportunities and accredited training, with approximately 10 local subcontractors reaping the rewards of this monumental project.
* Mmamahabane (Ward 1) - Paving the Way for Accessibility.
In Ward 1, the Mmamahabane project is ushering in a new era of accessibility by upgrading 3km of gravel roads to a paved surface, coupled with a robust stormwater drainage system valued at R29,227,980.39. The project, which commenced on May 12, 2023, was successfully completed at the beginning of this year and will be handed to the community soon. The project not only ensures improved roads but also contributes to the community by creating job opportunities for 31 individuals, providing training for the same number, and * Kutlwanong (Ward 18) involving three local SMMEs.
* Kutlwanong (Ward 18) - Enhancing Roads and Lives.
In Ward 18, the Kutlwanong project involves the upgrade of 3km of paved roads and the implementation of an effective stormwater drainage system valued at R34,994,845.18. Commencing on April 12, 2023, the project has faced challenges yet maintains a commendable overall progress rate of 92%.
This initiative makes a significant contribution to the community, providing job opportunities for 48 individuals, offering training for 31, and engaging four SMMEs. These transformative road projects extend beyond enhancing physical infrastructure; they play a pivotal role in job creation, skills development, and the growth of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMMEs).
As the Matjhabeng Local Municipality remains steadfast in prioritizing community development, these initiatives stand as powerful testaments to the administration's unwavering commitment to a brighter, more accessible future for all residents.
Seemeupark Subdivided Erf 6072 And Erf 6073 And Thabong T6j
Notice is hereby given in compliance with Section 14 (5) of the MP-MA, that the property be disposed of at the market value in a fair, equitable, transparent, competitive manner and in accordance with the Council's Supply Chain Management Policy and Policy on the Alienation of Immovable Asset.
The Council of Matjhabeng Local Municipality is disposing of the following residential sites in Seemeupark (subdivided Erf 6072 and Erf 6073) and Thabong (T6). These vacant sites derived from three thousand sites submitted by the Council to be disposed of, for the sole purpose of residential development.
Documents to be submitted for the bidding process are as follows:
1. Fully completed bidding applicant form. (Available at Municipality Offices Land Management Section, Room 119, 1st Floor, Procor Building)
2. Certified Copy of ID.
3. Proof of income or Bank Statement (Affordability)
Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 127(5) of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 56 of 2003 ('I MF-MA") and the Regulations, that the Lejweleputswa District Municipality ("LDM") has approved its Audited Annual Report 2022/2023 Financial Year (FY) during the Ordinary Municipal Council Meeting, which was held on Wednesday, 31 January 2024 in Welkom, FREE STATE PROVINCE.
The Honourable Executive Mayor Her Worship Honourable Councillor NV Ntakumbana, in terms of Section 21A of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, Act 32 of 2000 ("MSA") and the regulations, hereby invites all interested stakeholders, parties, structures and organisations to make written and oral submissions in respect of the Audited Annual Report for the period ending 30 June 2023 of the 2022/2023 Financial Year (FY).
To the Office of the District Municipal Manager, Lejweleputswa District Municipality (19M) eo@er Japhof Meyer and Tempest Road,
P.O.Box 2163, Welkom,P460 pr emailed to daniel@lejwe.co.za & nick@lejwe.co, a. Commen s b x ill also be available at the local municipalities in thejunsdictionarea of the Lejweleputswa District Municipali (LDM).
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Copies of the Draft Audited Annual Report fp t e period ending 30 June 2023 of the 2022/20?3 Financial Year (FY) will be made available for your perusal and scrutiny at all the Public Libraries and Municipal pf all the local municipalities (I-MS) constituting the Lejweleputswa District Municipality (LDM), in Åddition an electronic versio an also be viewedon he Municipal Website:
(www.mylejweleputswa.co.za)
For additional information indly contact Mr. Daniel Maselwa, StrategicM nager in the Office of the Municipal Manager and Mr. Nick Matsunyane, Manager Administration and Council Secretariat or send an email to daniel@lejwe.co.za
"A LEADER IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE DELIVERY TO ALL"
Nine males were charged for illegal dumping yesterday and fined R2000 each.
This after scores of pamphlets were found in an open manhole on the corner of Finch and Fiskaal streets, which feeds the Major Pump Station.
The perpetrators, who are employed by a pamphlet distributing company admitted to putting pamphlets in manholes to ease work load.
The Municipality will calculate the cost of the damage done to infrastructure and the company will then be charged.
Matjhabeng wishes to issue a warning against such acts as perpetrators will face the full might of the law.
Those charged will appear in court soon.
Residents are also encouraged to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement officials or to Matjhabeng Local Municipality on 057 391 3911.
TToday, 21 February 2024, the Free State Provincial Government has convened a two day preparatory Lekgotla at President
Hotel in Bloemfontein.
The Planning and Budgeting Lekgotla takes place just a few days before the Hon. Premier of the Free State, Dukwana
Mxolisi is scheduled to deliver the much anticipated 2024 State of the Province Address (SOPA) in Phuthaditjhaba, QwaQwa
on the 29th of February 2024.
Lekgotla takes place a day after His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa, announced ,29 May 2024, as the official day
for the country’s General Elections. The elections come during the year when the country celebrates 30 years of
democracy and the election will also mark the end of the 6th administration....
Lekgotla seeks to give guidance to SOPA by aligning and coordinating the collective needs of the people of the Free
State into a consolidated provincial plan. Furthermore, Lekgotla will undertake a deep analysis of the state of service
delivery i.e. work that has been done in relation with the 2023 SOPA injunctions. Robust engagement that are anticipated
at the Lekgotla will set the tone for the year ahead, highlight strategic priority area, shape and give strategic
direction to the content of SOPA.
In his opening remarks at the EXCO Lekgotla, Premier Mxolisi Dukwana reiterated the need for Lekgotla to ask difficult
questions in order to arrive at the best possible solutions for prevail socio-economic challenges such as unemployment,
underdevelopment, corruption and Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) confronting the people of the Free State.
"There is an urgent need to steer this ship to a different destination wherein a prosperous Free State that caters for
the needs of the people will be realised. The Free State has so much potential and it is incumbent on all us to make
sure that the lives of our people are changed for the better" the Premier said.
