Nelson Mandela Bay
A special Nelson Mandela Bay council meeting called to discuss flood response collapsed on Thursday evening due to the absence of an acting city manager. Opposition parties boycotted the session, arguing it could not proceed legally without a head of administration. The metro has been without an appointed acting city manager since late March.
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality faces suspension of its equitable share grant unless it meets National Treasury compliance demands by 30 April. Acting chief operations officer Lulamile Moolman confirmed the Treasury has started invoking Section 216(2) of the Constitution. Councillors clashed at a recent Municipal Public Accounts Committee meeting over document processing.
Former Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber president Loyiso Dotywana has called for yearly performance agreements to evaluate the metro's mayors instead of relying on elections. His remarks highlight ongoing governance challenges amid financial deficits and political infighting. Church leaders have also voiced frustration over the metro's collapse, demanding accountability from officials.
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As a key council meeting approaches, Nelson Mandela Bay Deputy Mayor Gary van Niekerk has used social media to defend himself against accusations related to a failed pothole repair promise and ongoing legal battles. He claims media misquotes and political maneuvering undermined his efforts. The meeting on 10 November will likely scrutinize his position following a recent contempt of court conviction.