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MEC Dube-Ncube condemns barbaric video featuring Deputy Mayor of Mthonjaneni

The embattled eMadlangeni municipality in Utrecht, Northen KwaZulu-Natal, which was placed under provincial administration in terms of section 139(1)(b) of the Constitution, following the collapse of governance and service delivery, was paid a visit today by the KZN Cogta MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube where she addressed over 3000 community members who had gathered at the White City Sports Grounds at ward 2 on 31.01.17.

KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has roundly condemned a horrific video that has gone viral which apparently features Deputy Mayor of Mthonjaneni local municipality, allegedly standing by as what appear to be his protectors engaging in animal cruelty and alleged intimidation of the community. In the video, two dogs are seen tied to a pole… Continue reading MEC Dube-Ncube condemns barbaric video featuring Deputy Mayor of Mthonjaneni

Thousands commemorate World Aids Day in Durban

“It is my right to know my status; Prevention is my responsibility” - with these words KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube opened the eThekwini commemorations of this year's World Aids Day where she was joined by eThekwini Mayor Cllr Zandile Gumede. The commemorations were hosted at the Rydalvale Sports Ground in Ward 49, Phoenix, in eThekwini Metro. The event saw close to two thousand community members coming together to remember the plight of those who are affected by this disease and the lives that have been lost to it. MEC Dube started at the Phoenix Taxi rank where she promoted a healthy life, distributed pamphlets and condoms.

“It is my right to know my status; Prevention is my responsibility” – with these words KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube opened the eThekwini commemorations of this year’s World Aids Day where she was joined by eThekwini Mayor Cllr Zandile Gumede. The commemorations were hosted at the… Continue reading Thousands commemorate World Aids Day in Durban

Municipalities urged to fill strategic posts while employing more women

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube chairing a MUNIMEC meeting that was attended by the Mayors, Municipal Managers and other government managers at Ebandla Hotel near Ballito on 19.05.17

KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube has expressed her disappointment that some municipalities are still not complying with the 2014 regulations on the appointment of senior managers as there still remain numerous vacancies. Dube-Ncube was addressing KZN’s mayors and municipal managers during a regular Munimec meeting in Durban today. “The senior… Continue reading Municipalities urged to fill strategic posts while employing more women

Cogta signs two key agreements with private sector partners

KZN MEC for Cogta Nomusa Dube-Ncube has urged young women to take advantage of opportunities created by our democratic government to systematically empower women. Dube-Ncube was speaking in Durban where she shared a platform with hundreds of school going girls from various schools around eThekwini.29.08.17

KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has today in Durban signed two important agreements with private sector partners – Key Dimensions Risk Solutions to improve the risk management capacity of municipalities and FNB to support aspiring young entrepreneurs in their efforts to contribute to job creation. “Cogta is already partnering with Key… Continue reading Cogta signs two key agreements with private sector partners

Media Statement: Disaster Management teams on alert as KZN braces for heavy storms

KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube has placed the province’s disaster management teams on standby as inclement weather conditions are expected through the weekend. Dube-Ncube has urged communities to exercise caution over the weekend as heavy rains coupled with hail and strong winds are expected to hit areas in… Continue reading Media Statement: Disaster Management teams on alert as KZN braces for heavy storms

MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube condemns killing of yet another KZN councillor

KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has reacted with outrage to the killing of yet another KZN councillor – Sthe Mhlongo who represented uMngeni local municipality in the uMgungundlovu district council. Councillor Mhlongo reportedly died in a hail of bullets after unknown assailants knocked on his door house at around 2… Continue reading MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube condemns killing of yet another KZN councillor

Cogta mourns passing of iNkosi Mbotho of Ugu District

Cooperative Government and Traditional Affairs MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube engaging with Speakers of Municipalities in KZN on issues that cause political instability, protests, failure by municipalities to take decisions on time, which has a negative impact on audit outcomes and this was during a Speakers Forum at the DLI Hall in Durban on the 20.07.17

KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube has expressed her sadness at the passing of Inkosi Nicholus Valela Mbotho of the Mambotho Traditional Council in the uMuziwabantu local municipality (Ugu district). “We are very saddened by the passing of Inkosi Mbotho. His tragic passing takes place at a time when… Continue reading Cogta mourns passing of iNkosi Mbotho of Ugu District

Provincial government’s intervention ends illegal industrial action in Ugu District

KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has taken the drastic step of using its constitutional prerogative to dissolve the Nquthu municipal council elected during last year’s local government elections because of its protracted failure to elect office bearers, including a mayor and a speaker, due to political infighting. Cogta MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube made the announcement to members of the media in the press briefing at Mayville in Durban on 12.02.17

Swift reaction by the KZN Provincial Government through its political and technical task teams in the Ugu district municipality has yielded positive results when an agreement was reached with the municipal employees who embarked on an illegal strike recently. The strike had impacted negatively on the municipality to discharge its constitutional responsibilities. This includes,… Continue reading Provincial government’s intervention ends illegal industrial action in Ugu District

Province launches Disaster Relief Fund in partnership with private sector

The KZN province launching a disaster relief fund to facilitate donations from corporates and private individuals to bolster government efforts In mitigating the impact of natural disasters. The initiative is in response to the devastation wrought in the coastal areas of the province by the mega-storm of 9 October this year. This was during an breakfast meeting that was attended by the sponsors, government and members of the media in Durban 03.11.17

The KZN province has today launched a disaster relief fund to facilitate donations from corporates and private individuals to bolster government efforts In mitigating the impact of natural disasters. The initiative is in response to the devastation wrought in the coastal areas of the province by the mega-storm of 9 October this year. “The provincial… Continue reading Province launches Disaster Relief Fund in partnership with private sector

Government on top of situation as clean-up operations begin following yesterday’s mega-storm

In the aftermath of yesterday’s mega-storm, the KZN Provincial Government together with the eThekwini Metro and other affected municipalities is currently mounting a spirited response as part of efforts to alleviate the impact of the ferocious storm and to bring the lives of the affected residents and businesses back to normalcy. “We are taking stock… Continue reading Government on top of situation as clean-up operations begin following yesterday’s mega-storm