Greater Giyani Municipality

23/10/2026

Greater Giyani Municipality Closes Chapter on 2021/2026 Term with Historic Final Council Meeting.

Greater Giyani Local Municipality marked the end of an era today, 23 October 2026, as it hosted its final full council meeting for the 2021/2026 political term. The historic sitting took place at the municipality’s state of the art New Council Chamber, bringing together public representatives, and administrative officials to wrap up a five year tenure dedicated to local governance and service delivery.

Presided over by Council Speaker Cllr Ernest Mboweni and spearheaded by the Acting Mayor, Cllr Thamsanqa "Thami" Mabunda , the meeting served as a reflective session on the administration's achievements, ongoing developments, and the transition toward the upcoming 2026 local government elections.

The council also received reports from portfolio heads, since taking office in November 2021, the council under Mayor Thandi Zitha's leadership has navigated a complex landscape of community needs across the municipality’s 31 wards.

During the 2021/2026 term, the municipality prioritised strengthening relations with local traditional authorities, hosting collaborative events such as the ward committee conference, and managing critical infrastructure projects and roads upgrades in many villages and township areas.

Issued by GGM Communication Unit

22/10/2026

15/10/2026

GGM INTRODUCES CONTRACTOR FOR NOBLEHOEK INTERNAL STREETS UPGRADE

Greater Giyani Municipality Mayor, represented by Cllr Gezani Maluleke, today introduced the contractor for the upgrading of 5km of internal streets from gravel to paving at Noblehoek, under the Msengi Traditional Authority.

The project forms part of the municipality's ongoing streets upgrading programme targeting communities around Giyani.

The project is valued at just over R47 million and is expected to create employment for more than 65 local labourers. The duration of the project is 15 months, with completion expected on 30 April 2028.

Addressing stakeholders on behalf of the Mayor, Cllr Gezani Abby Maluleke called for greater cooperation between all stakeholders and the contractor to avoid project delays caused by unnecessary disputes. He further urged the community to embrace and protect the development against vandalism.

Also in attendance were the Member of the Executive Committee (EXCO) for Infrastructure Development, Cllr Thamsanqa Mabunda, and the EXCO Member for Sports, Arts and Culture, Cllr Christinah Zitha, Ward Cllr Xihlamariso Ngobeni, Ward Cllr Dunga Makamu, as well as officials from the municipality led by the Municipal Manager Mr Vusi Khoza as well as members of the traditional authority.

Issued by Greater Giyani Municipality Communications Unit

09/10/2026

Greater Giyani Municipality Mayor Cllr Thandi Zitha joined community members and high-profile dignitaries for Hlaneki Cultural Day celebrations. The cultural heritage event is currently underway at Hlaneki Cultural Village, serving as a significant platform to promote, celebrate, and preserve local traditions, customs, and indigenous knowledge across the Giyani area.

Dignitaries honoring the event alongside Mayor Zitha include the Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo, and the newly appointed Limpopo MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA), Mr P**e Shayi and Mopani Executive Mayor Cllr Dagma Mamanyoha.

The collaborative presence of local, provincial, and national leaders emphasizes the ongoing commitment of the government to foster social cohesion and strengthen community identity.

Issued by GGM Communication Unit.

08/10/2026

Homu14C Mayoral imbizo in pictures

08/10/2026

GGM MAYORAL ENTOURAGE CONDUCTS PROJECT SITE VISITS

Preceding the Mayoral Imbizo held earlier today at Homu 14C, the Greater Giyani Municipality entourage led by Cllr Christinah Zitha, on behalf of the Mayor, visited two projects to monitor progress, namely the Giyani Section E Sports Centre and the street paving project at Section E.