Ekurhuleni’s first sitting saw the ceremonial announcement of the Alderman list, as approved by council.
Spokesperson from the office of the council, speaker Sphelele Nxele, said an honour of the highest order for councillors, Alderman, is a title bestowed by council through its Conferment of Civic Honours policy.
“This policy outlines a stringent qualifying criterion that includes an unbroken record of serving as an Ekurhuleni councillor, determined by an accumulative point system.
“Upon conferment, a councillor may retain its use post-tenure.
“Recognising and honouring those consistently entrusted to lead their communities is a significant aspect of nation-building.
“It is a reflection of a relationship founded on the principles of “Batho Pele” – Putting people first, which council champions as its core value system through the City of Ekurhuleni,” Nxele explained.
He said the concept of Alderman exists at local government in many jurisdictions internationally and locally.
Council also acknowledged and congratulated members of the Ekurhuleni Junior City Council (JCC) who performed outstandingly in their matric exams.
“It’s a great honour to have been a part of grooming these young people.
“Fulfilling their Junior City Council duties while staying focused at school and achieving superb results is indeed an excellent achievement.
“Thank you for shaping a complex model for future junior councillors.
“As you pursue your chosen career streams and your journey gains momentum, I urge you to continue to strive for excellence,” said Alderman Patricia Kumalo, speaker of council.
Nxele said Ekurhuleni’s first ordinary sitting proved to be both eventful and memorable.
The list of councilors honored as Aldermen is as follows:
1. Clr Berg Izak David
2. Clr Campbell Tania Lynette
3. Clr Chauke Emily Vivienne
4. Clr Chiya Kesrah Nomvula
5. Clr Chiloane Victor Wisdom
6. Clr Diamond Neil
7. Clr (MMC) Duba Queen Bongiwe
8. Clr du Plessis André
9. Clr Haipel Bruna Teresina
10. Clr Kriek Gerhardus Gerrie
11. Clr (speaker of council) Kumalo Nombeko Patricia
12. Clr (chief whip of council) Mashego Mfana Robert
13. Clr (chairperson) Maseko Nomsa Maureen
14. Clr (chairperson) Mabena Vuyelwa Mathilda
15. Clr Mabena Nthatane Anna
16. Clr (MMC) Mabaso Makhosazane Minah
17. Clr (chairperson) Mabuza Nozipho Meisie
18. Clr Maroleng Barbra Cynthia
19. Clr Mahano Fortune Lehlogonolo
20. Clr (MMC) Mahlangu Mafutha Isaac Thumbu
21. Clr (MMC) Makwakwa Moses
22. Clr (chairperson) Mkhonza Pinky Deliswe
23. Clr Mogale Esoph Abdul
24. Clr (chairperson) Nketle Tiisetso Getrude
25. Clr Taylor Edward
26. Clr (chairperson) Siboza Mthuthuzeli Hugh
27. Clr (MMC) Shongwe Ndosi Gladys
28. Clr Visser Maria Isabella
29. Clr Trollip Victoria Gail
30. Clr (executive mayor) Gungubele Mondli
31. Clr Fenn Geoff
32. Clr Patterson Cliff
33. Clr Reilly Jackie
34 Clr Robinson Benno
35. Clr Roos Joey
36. Clr Sauls Allan
37. Clr Shabangu Shadow Samson
38. Clr Taylor Eddie
39. Clr Mashigo Alleta Mathoboro
40. Clr Ditshego Thalitha Siphiwe
41. Clr Thebe Themba Freedom
42. Clr Masango Masontaga Lidia
