Joe Gqabi Economic Development Agency

14/10/2026

Strengthening Risk Management and Institutional Governance

JoGEDA in collaboration with the Department of Cogta Eastern Cape and the Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury, convened a Risk Champions and Risk Management Committee Workshop.

The workshop focused on strengthening institutional risk management through targeted training, with emphasis on risk identification, monitoring, reporting and effective oversight.

Effective risk management is fundamental to sound governance, informed decision-making and institutional performance. By strengthening risk management capacity and embedding accountability in its operations, JoGEDA continues to advance a proactive approach to identifying, mitigating and managing risks that may affect the achievement of its strategic objectives.

Through collaboration with CoGTA and the Provincial Treasury, the Agency reaffirms its commitment to sound governance, institutional accountability and the responsible stewardship of public resources.

01/10/2026

23/09/2026

JoGEDA Welcomes Mr Nceba Gomba as Specialist: Business Development

Mr Nceba Gomba is a business and enterprise development professional serving as Specialist: Business Development at the Joe Gqabi Economic Development Agency (JoGEDA).

He brings extensive experience in enterprise development, SMME support, local economic development and project coordination in the public and development sectors.

He holds a BSc in Agricultural Economics from the University of Fort Hare and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from Nelson Mandela University Business School. His professional experience includes roles within the Departments of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; Rural Development and Land Reform; and Higher Education and Training, as well as Goldfields TVET College and the Cacadu Development Agency.

Throughout his career, Nceba has worked closely with entrepreneurs and emerging businesses, supporting enterprise growth, development initiatives and sustainable economic opportunities. At JoGEDA, he will contribute to initiatives aimed at strengthening local enterprises, unlocking economic opportunities and advancing inclusive economic growth in the Joe Gqabi District.

Welcome to the JoGEDA team, Mr Gomba!

01/09/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄.

The Executive Mayor of the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, Cllr N Mposelwa, together with JoGEDA, officially handed over the Senqu Rural Water Supply Project – Jozana, Magwiji and Sunduza Phase 2, Ward 17: Work Package 2, taking another step towards strengthening water services across the three villages.

The project will upgrade key water infrastructure, expand reticulation networks and provide 130 new standpipes, bringing water closer to households and improving the reliability of water supply. It will also create local employment opportunities during implementation.

Together with our communities and partners, we are working to deliver infrastructure that responds to local needs and improves everyday lives.

27/08/2026

SENQU RURAL WATER SUPPLY PROJECT | HANDOVER MEETING

We invite communities, stakeholders and partners to join us for the handover meeting of the Senqu Rural Water Supply Project – Jozana, Magwiji and Sunduza Phase 2, Ward 17: Work Package 2.

The meeting will introduce the project, set out its scope and responsibilities and establish a platform for meaningful engagement with stakeholders and the community throughout implementation.

Venue: Jozana Sheering Shed
Date: Monday, 31 August 2026
Time: 10:00

We look forward to engaging with the community and our stakeholders as we take this important step forward.

18/08/2026

The Executive Mayor of Joe Gqabi District Municipality, with JoGEDA, handed over the Elundini Rural Household Sanitation Project in Wards 10 and 16, supporting ongoing efforts to address the rural sanitation backlog and improve access to safe and dignified sanitation services.

The project will also contribute to local economic development through employment opportunities and the participation of local labour.

- Mpharana, Ward 10 | Work Package 4
- Ezingonyameni, Ward 10 | Work Package 4
- Ketekete, Taung, Magadla, Bhantini & Zwelitsha, Ward 16 | Work Package 5

Together, we are improving living conditions, creating opportunities and restoring dignity across the Joe Gqabi District.

15/08/2026

𝐄𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝟏𝟔: 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐞, 𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐠, 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐚, 𝐁𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐙𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐬𝐡𝐚 - 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝟓 | 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

JoGEDA invites residents of Ketekete, Taung, Magadla, Bhantini and Zwelitsha (Ward 16) to attend the Handover Meeting for the Elundini Rural Household Sanitation Project – Work Package 5.

Venue: Taung Shearing Shed
Date: 17 August 2026
Time: 14:30

Your attendance and participation are valued as we continue working together to build healthier, safer and more sustainable communities.

15/08/2026

𝗘𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗜 𝗥𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦

JoGEDA invites community members, stakeholders and beneficiaries to attend the upcoming Handover Meetings for the Elundini Rural Household Sanitation Project.

These meetings provide an opportunity to engage with the community, share important information regarding the handover process, and demonstrate JoGEDA and the Joe Gqabi District Municipality's commitment to improving access to safe and dignified sanitation services.

Mpharana, Ward 10 | Work Package 4
Venue: Mpharana Community Hall
Date: 17 August 2026
Time: 10:00

Ezingonyameni, Ward 10 | Work Package 4
Venue: Kwankosi/Ekwarini
Date: 17 August 2026
Time: 12:00

Community members are encouraged to attend and participate in these important engagements. For enquiries, contact [email protected].

14/08/2026

𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲.

The Executive Mayor of the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, Cllr Nomvuyo Mposelwa, together with JoGEDA, handed over Work Package 4 of the Senqu Rural Household Sanitation Project in Bhebheza, Ward 4. JoGEDA also introduced the contractor appointed to implement Work Package 5 in Ekra Village, Ward 3.

Together, the projects will deliver 100 household sanitation facilities for the communities while creating 44 local employment opportunities.

Cllr Mposelwa called on community members to protect and maintain the infrastructure, ensuring it continues to serve families for generations to come.