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Department of Human Settlements Eastern Cape

Vision:

Integrated sustainable Human Settlements with improved quality of household lives by 2030, for residents of Eastern Cape. Mission:

Provision of quality integrated and sustainable Human Settlements that offer our communities a better living environment

Values:

Core Values / Principles – Department of Human Settlements
Transparency and accountability - Good governance and clear communication
Respect and courtesy- Acknowledge the centrality of human dignity in all that we do
Professionalism and integrity - Ethical conduct that upholds a client oriented public service ethos
Commitment and Teamwork - Achieving more and better together
Service Standards - High quality service delivery through client-oriented approaches

02/11/2026

02/11/2026

A little less stress, a little more laughter, and a whole lot of being yourself! Don't let the pressures of a new week steal your peace. Stay chilled and be your own your Monday!

30/10/2026

WATCH NOW: CAMBRIDGE WEST & IKHWEZI BLOCK 1 HOUSING HANDOVERS | RESTORING DIGNITY

The Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements joins Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality in celebrating housing delivery through the handover of homes to verified CNIP victims in Cambridge West and 656 solar-enabled homes under the Ikhwezi Block 1 Housing Project in Potsdam, Ward 24.

30/10/2026

Eastern Cape Human Settlements MEC Siphokazi Lusithi and Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Executive Mayor Princess Faku handed over new homes to beneficiaries at Ikwezi Block 1, reaffirming government's commitment to dignified housing and improved living conditions.

30/10/2026

CAMBRIDGE WEST HOUSING HANDOVER | RESTORING DIGNITY

The Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements joins Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality in the handover of houses to verified CNIP victims, marking a significant step towards addressing historical housing injustices and restoring dignity to affected families.

30/10/2026

🎀TOGETHER WE SUPPORT🎀

The Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements stands in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Today we came together under the theme “Every story is unique, Every Journey matters” to raise awareness about breast cancer, promoting early detection and screening and supporting those living with it, because cancer affects everybody.

Know your body. Your health matters.

30/10/2026

As we bring Human Settlements Month to a close, we shine a light on Mr Manyonga, Chief Risk Officer, recognising the important role he plays in promoting accountability, strengthening risk management, and supporting effective service delivery.

As we reflect on this month’s achievements, we reaffirm our commitment to building sustainable communities, restoring dignity, and improving the lives of the people of the Eastern Cape through quality human settlements.

29/10/2026

LISTEN: MEC Lusithi outlines the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro service delivery drive.

29/10/2026

FROM BLUEPRINT TO BELONGING | HUMAN SETTLEMENTS MONTH

The Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements continues to advance housing delivery, improve access to adequate housing and build sustainable communities where families can live with dignity, security and hope.

28/10/2026

[WATCH] The Eastern Cape Department of Human Settlements continues to transform lives through housing delivery. MEC for Human Settlements, Ms Siphokazi Lusithi, handed over 24 houses to families in Kariega, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality.

Address

31-33 Phillip Frame Road, Waverly Park, Chiselhurst
East London
5206

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30

Telephone

+27860000039

Website

http://www.ecdhs.gov.za/

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