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30/10/2026

HONOURING LOYAL EMPLOYEES AND GRADUATES

On Friday, 30 October 2026, the Executive Mayor, Cllr Mhlonishwa Masilela together with the Municipal Manager, Mr Mandla Mnguni honoured the long serving officials alongside the graduate employees who studied through Municipal bursary during Long Service Awards and Graduation Ceremony held at Sydney Choma Banquet Hall.

At least 107 employees were recognized for serving at the Municipality for years. Some beyond 30 years with some for serving twenty (20) years and last group for serving 10 years in the institution.

The ceremony was concluded by recognizing thirty-one (31) Municipal graduates. They graduated in various field of study through the Municipal Bursary. The fund is intended to enable serving employees to obtain qualifications at recognised Higher Learning Institutions, accredited by the Council of Higher Education, and registered with the Department of Higher Education (DHET). Amongst them, there are those who holds Bachelor’s Degree, National Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, Honours and Masters Degrees.

In his welcoming remarks, the Municipal Manager, Mandla Mnguni said, “We recognize your contribution you make in this institution. We improved in number of areas because of your dedication to your respective departments. I also like to commend all the graduates; you grabbed an opportunity afforded to you and encourage all the officials to make use of the bursary. Officials should develop themselves”, said Mnguni.

The Executive Mayor, Cllr Mhlonishwa Masilela delivered his keynote address. He said, “I really commend the officials for being loyal to the institution for years beyond 10, 20 and 30. The institution is recognized nationally in various service delivery areas because of your efforts when executing your duties. Please continue to shine”, said Mayor Masilela.

The Municipality will continue to capacitate officials to ensure they deliver quality service delivery.

30/10/2026

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29/10/2026

VAALBANK WATER TREATMENT WORK PROJECT PROGRESS

Vaalbank Water Treatment Work is progressing well, phase two (2) stands at 98.2% and phase three (3) stands at 62%. The purpose of the project is to improve quality water supply.

Water Treatment Works (WTW) requires upgrade to improve the water treatment process. As result, the Municipality has embarked on refurbishment and upgrade of some components at the site.

The scope of work entails refurbishment of the existing plant, construction of Reverse Osmosis (RO Plant and building), continuous backwash filters, Chlorine dosing and storage system, Reservoir with contact tank and associated work.

This treatment plant is meant for supplying water to Mhluzi, its extensions, Newtown, extensions, Tokologo, Nasaret, Aerorand, Middelburg, its extensions, Rockdale, and its extensions, Golfsig, Kanonkop and Dennesig. Residents will access drinkable water.

Fifty-eight (58) local people are benefitting from the projects in terms of employment and twenty-four (24) sub-contractors are benefitting.

Recently the project was going slowly due to heavy rains, however Phase 3 is going well and was anticipated to be completed June 2026 and it will be completed soon, it consists of different categories: Building, civil construction, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation. Building construction is complete as there will be offices, boardroom and a lab where water will be tested to ensure residents consume best quality.

29/10/2026

SERVICE DELIVERY ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

29/10/2026

WORLD STROKE DAY

World Stroke Day 2026 takes place on October 29, 2026, organized globally by the World Stroke Organization.

The theme for World Stroke Day 2026 is "Every M1nute Counts" with the call to action and , as designated by the World Stroke Organization.

One in 4 people have a lifetime risk of stroke; time lost is brain lost, making emergency care and early recognition critical.

A stroke is a critical medical emergency where every minute matters. When blood supply to the brain is interrupted, millions of brain cells begin to die each minute, drastically increasing the risk of long-term disability or life-threatening complications. In such emergencies, immediate intervention by those present serves as the first line of defence before emergency services arrive.

This World Stroke Day, let’s equip ourselves with the essential knowledge to recognise stroke symptoms early, understand the FAST method, and take swift, potentially life-saving action when every second counts.

These are the symptoms: Sudden loss of balance, trouble walking, or unsteadiness. Sudden blurred vision, double vision, or loss of sight in one or both eyes. One side of the face droops or feels numb. Ask the person to smile to check if the smile is uneven. One arm is weak or numb. Ask the person to raise both arms to see if one arm drifts downward and slurred speech, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding simple sentences.

29/10/2026

Residents of high lying areas of Mhluzi, Nasaret, Rockdale,Gholfsig,Aerorand and Groenkol are still experiencing low water pressure due to low reservoir levels,Normal water supply will be restored once reservoir levels and system pressure have stabilised.The team is busy with air release,
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused. STLM- CES.

28/10/2026

MUNICIPALITY INTESIFIES YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

In support of the Youth Empowerment in the society, the Municipal Youth Department has embarked on a four-day NSFAS Application Drive across the various wards within its precinct.

The initiative kick-started on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at Kwazamokuhle Thusong Service Centre. The initiative is conducted with purpose empowering youth from all the wards with the NSFAS application process to ensure that they further their studies.

The municipal Youth Manager, Khanyisile Mlangeni addressed the young people to make use of the opportunity brought to them. She said, “We are ensuring that you are afforded an equal opportunity to access government funding for your education. We want to see you succeed in life, become what you are dreaming to become beyond matric”, said Mlangeni.

On Wednesday, 28 October 2026, the initiative continued at Piet Tlou Community Hall in Doornkop. On Thursday, 29 October 2026 will continue at Somaphepha community Hall and will conclude in Mhluzi Mall on Friday, 30 October 2026. Young people are encouraged to make use of the opportunity afforded to them.

The Municipality will continue with various empowerment initiatives for the betterment of young people across all the wards.

28/10/2026

Residents of of Mhluzi, Nasaret, Hlalamnandi, Rondebosch, Rockdale, Groenkol and Aerorand are hereby informed that low water pressure is due to low reservoir levels, the reservoirs are gradually filling up and the team is busy releasing air in the water network.We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused. STLM- CES.

28/10/2026

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Address

Corner Walter Sisulu Street & Wanderers Avenue
Middelburg
1050

Opening Hours

Monday	07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	07:30 - 16:30
Thursday	07:30 - 16:30
Friday	07:30 - 13:30

Telephone

+27132431806

Website

http://www.stevetshwetelm.gov.za/

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