Know your DA West Durban councillors
Marlaine Nair takes the reins as the new head of the Democratic Alliance's councillors in West Durban.
THE Democratic Alliance (DA) has appointed Marlaine Nair as the new leader of its councillors in West Durban. Nair, an experienced public servant, has served as a PR councillor in wards 13 and 15 and contributed to various committees, including the Ethics and Economic Development and Planning Committee. She has also held roles in the DA’s Federal Legal Commission, Provincial Management Committee and Provincial Executive Committee.
Also read: Ward councillor dispels fake news around elections
In 2022, Nair was sworn in as a member of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature, where she served as the DA’s spokesperson on Human Settlements and Public Works. Following the 2024 provincial elections, she became chairperson of the Legislature’s Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Portfolio Committee.
As leader of the DA councillors in West Durban, Nair said she is committed to responsive governance, transparency and addressing residents’ concerns effectively.
“Our councillors face many difficulties when trying to resolve service delivery issues, however, they are committed to providing feedback to residents even if they are unable to assist with a particular problem. I believe that communication is key,” she said.
Your councillors:
Ward 7 – Councillor Nontebeko Zithobile (Hillcrest, Shongweni)
Ward 8 – Councillor Jenni Black (Hillcrest Central)
Ward 9 – Councillor Vincent Mkhize (Waterfall, Molweni)
Ward 10 – Councillor Caelee Laing (Kloof)
Ward 13 – Councillor Rajen Maharaj (Mariannridge, Mariannhill)
Ward 16 – Councillor Nomfundo Khubone (Pinetown-Caversham)
Also read: Upper Highway councillor dies after short illness
Ward 18 – Councillor Melanie Brauteseth (Pinetown, Westville North)
Ward 21 – Councillor Hlengiwe Shozi (New Germany)
Ward 23 – Councillor Alicia Kissoon (Reservoir Hills)
Ward 92 – Councillor Ngiphiwe ‘Smoh’ Xulu (Pitlochry, Clermont)
Ward 103 – Councillor Mxolisi Khubisa (Assagay, Polo Pony, Summerveld, Bothas Hill, Drummond)
For more from the Highway Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok.
Click to subscribe to our newsletter here
