Municipal
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Ballito businesses warn of ‘triple whammy’ rate increases affecting investment
MunicipalWhile tariffs are set to increase by an average of about 8%, residents stressed that this figure reflects only the…
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Green Drop report reveals widespread wastewater management failures across iLembe
MunicipalThe municipality's scores have been in steady decline, with the effects of the 2022 floods further worsening the situation.
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New KwaDukuza budget proposes above-inflation hikes – here’s what it means
MunicipalOpposition parties argue more needs to be done to soften the blow for residents.
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Residents demand action as KwaDukuza municipality power losses soar
MunicipalAt mid-year, the municipality was experiencing energy losses at a rate of R1.3-million a day.
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Labour court dismisses urgent bids by suspended senior KDM officials
MunicipalThe most recent application was dismissed with costs for not demonstrating adequate urgency.
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iLembe invests R50-million to expand water access in Mandeni
MunicipalAnother 380 households will gain water access when Phase 5D is completed in April.
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Community pressure leads to new Willard Beach stewardship programme
MunicipalThe Adopt-a-Facility model aims to strengthen collaboration between KDM, community groups and adopting partners.
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Council clashes over proof of residence letters issuing dispute
MunicipalUpdateCouncil speaker Dolly Govender says conflicting advice given to her by Cogta and Salga is the reason for the delay.
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Opposition parties slam KwaDukuza’s R219m budget shortfall
MunicipalEnergy losses of R242-million in the first half of the financial year are the primary cause.
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Over 150 000 residents to benefit from Maphumulo water plant upgrade
MunicipalThe upgrade allows for production of another 4.5 megalitres per day.
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KwaDukuza appoints acting municipal manager amid Section 106 probe
MunicipalSiyabongile Khanyile, the municipality's executive director of community services and public amenities, will perform the role.
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KwaDukuza property valuations released ahead of July rates changes
MunicipalThe objection window for the general valuation roll closes on April 15.
