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Even if NDZ Municipality achieves economic growth every year and emA number of reasons to celebrate NDZ VIEWPOINT MANY people either look forward to the festive pe extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute ploymentRolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the rises rapidly over the next riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto weekend and now features in a long list of remarka >> SEE PAGE 2 tober, while others are left running for the hills to ries. ble women who continue to make a difference to five years, there avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season. This year South Africans voted hoping for the the countries they live will in and the still world. be a need for As we get ready to wind down and take a breath best – many are now glued to the parliament ses South Africans also took time through out the er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful sion coverage because you never know what to ex year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit such programmes in the future. www.hillcrestfever.co.za reasons to celebrate the year that was. pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the to fulfill his legacy. Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights byelections and once again, hoping for positive It’s been a year since his death and many ques In line with this administration’s as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would change. tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri not be very festive at all. We know we live in a beautiful city and another cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities MUNICIPAL MANAGER, commitment to create abelieve caring municThe team at the Fever has had a wonderful year reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been are now more united than ever. Many his and has shared some truly remarkable memories voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba with you. world. magic’. ipality through redress, Dr Nkosazana NC VEZI We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and Clearly South Africans will continue to make wonderful individuals who are slowly changing breathtaking skyline together with a host of won great strides despite the negative news that some Dlamini Zuma allocated that their communities one step at a time to covering derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of times comes to the Council fore. campaigns that shows a proactive community who South Africa. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli News are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. After 40 years, the Miss World certain title is held by ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea projects will take priority as -Don’t be a victim of crime this festive season To those people who are continuously going the a South African. son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style. - Christmas centrepieces kids can make -Think when buying a Christmas gift part of the back-to-basics pro-Mobile hospitals roll out Have a safe and blessed festive season -KZN’s tight security plans capacity of the municipality, and proand in ways that benefit all residents. gramme. -Measles sweeps across South Africa continues to destroy some of our communities. own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 moting leadership andPicture partnerships In particular, young people deserve Theto we election ward committee However, the one thing that continues renew our pledge of to you to do our very best Galleries stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper High- to continue to be the most accurate, fair and bal-Tis the season to be giving way community. Through the difficult times, anced source of news, opinion, features, sports throughout society. better educational and economic opstructures is currently under way, -Launch of Talk Sign 2015 Your 24/7 local connection FREE 23 December 2016 our readers have once again proven that we and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area. are, without a doubt, among the most resilient We will continue to be open and honest with Events To accelerate progress, deepen deportunities, and focused efforts are resome wards have completed the elecand strong-willed. our readers and we assure you that the new -Maynards Beach Festival Dear Readers, We have weathered all the storms that came year will be one never to be forgotten. -KZNinclusive Music Imbizo mocracy and build a more soquired to eliminate inequality. tion process and other wards TODAY marks the end of anothergender year for the our way and have demonstrated that we can Our hearts go out to those who lost loved will comHillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for be a community to be proud of - from our disa- ones this year and those experiencing difficulBecome a CITIZEN JOURNALIST this season, let us reflect on equality moments that bled horse greatrider achieving his goals to a local ties of all types this holiday season. We extend ciety, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Promoting gender and plete before the end of October. touched our lives and the community this past woman beating breast cancer and becoming an sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever year. inspiration to others - our community stands to- family for a safe and peaceful festive season, Municipality must translate political er opportunities young people Theseandare structures whereby 2014 has been markedfor by persistent chal- gether proud! are a happy the and prosperous 2015. lenges in our economy with price inflations We are confident that 2015 will be better Kalisha Naicker (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). that run throughout than ever. Senior Journalist GREETINGS to Dr Nkosazana Dlamini emancipation into the economic well integrated themes community issues are discussed at We had weather catastrophes and crime We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our Hillcrest Fever Zuma (NDZ) and Harry Gwala district being of all. this municipal plan. length, and hence the outcomes of communities. It is a great pleasure that It is up to residents to fix the future, The programme of Operation Suku- these meetings inform the agenda for we bring to you the municipal view- starting today. This plan envisions a ma Sakhe (OSS) is still visible and con- the council. Through ward commitpoint of this new municipality that conmunicipality where everyone feels tinues to bring change to people’s lives. tees, public participation is enhanced ains updates, developments and upfree yet bound to others, where everyWe urge people to use these war as part of the municipal Systems Act. coming events taking place within one embraces their full potential, a rooms so they can have a chance to inWe encourage our community your municipality. municipality where opportunity is deteract with the government depart- members to come forward whenever The Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Mu- termined not by birth, but by ability, ment officials and use these war rooms they have something they want to innicipality has a plan to eliminate poveducation and hard work. Realising as a platform to offload their problems quire about or discuss with the municierty and reduce inequality. According such a society will require transforma- so that a solution can be found. pality, because as Dr Nkosazana Dlamo the plan, NDZ can realise these goals tion of the economy and focused efforts It is without a doubt that the EPWP ini Zuma Municipality we have an by drawing on the energies of its peo- to build the municipality`s capabilities. project contributes a lot for the people open-door policy, however, we enple, growing an inclusive economy, To eliminate poverty and reduce ine- of Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma in so- courage our people to follow the propbuilding capabilities, enhancing the quality, the economy must grow faster cial and economic aspects. The role of er channels when they want to schedpublic employment initiatives, such as ule a meeting with the municipal leadthe expanded public works pro- ership or management. gramme will be considered as one of I would like to reaffirm our unwaKlein Paradys SOUTH COAST the strategies to uplift the lives of our vering commitment to the upliftment Out of season people. of Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma comEDITORIAL COMMENT

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THE TLC Hospice Christmas tree was switched on at a Christmas event organised by Tender Loving Care (TLC) Hospice in Kokstad recently. TLC Hospice Chief Executive Officer, Helen Patrick said lighting a VELEM ChristANDILE mas tree is a commemoration and celebratMUNICIPAL ing life with survivors ofACTING terminal illnesses. “This is a special time for people to remember their loved ones and celebrate together. TLC has been part of Kokstad community for 10 years and we hope to continue helping peoGREETINGS to the ple for the next 10 years,” said Patrick. IDP road shows TLC Hospice provides care and support to terminally ill patients. It currently The cares new for GKM more than 350 patients on monthly basis. road shows on 12 More than 60 Children are assisted to for do the com form is school-work and are monitored for social put their and emotional problems on a daily basis. TCLneeds ac The IDP is an im Hospice wishes a Merry Christmas and a new year to people of Kokstad. - Supplied. to uphold the 195

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BOUT 26 new police constables have been temporary deployed in Matatiele to fight crime during the festive season. The police recruits successfully graduated from the Saps Basic Police Development Learning Programme recently. The Eastern Cape has received 570 new police officers and deployed them all over the province. “These police officers will enhance police visibility in central business districts, holiday destinations, parks and in public areas to fight crime,” said Saps spokesperson Captain, Raphael Motloung. He said they will be deployed in 14 Cedarville, October Maluti, 2016 Matatiele andMount Fletcher.

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Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Courage than R1 000 each. Shayamoya Concerned Residents chairperson Sihle Mbabala said not all residents have had their electricity reconnected. It was agreed that people must “I wish the municipality would come to the municipality with April their to speed-up the 14922 process and complete June 2016: house numbers for reconnection. A the reconnections before Christmas” few weeks ago, tampers flared when On 9 December, theFever reported about 200 households were discon- that municipal spokesperson Sabelo nected for owing municipality more Ncwane had said the municipality cut electricity in order to force people who owe municipality to come and pay.

Electricity switched back on at Shayamoya SIPHELELE NKETO Siphelele@media24.com RESIDENTS of Shayamoya that owe Greater Kokstad Municipality for rates and services have had their elec-

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THE king of amaHlubi Langalibalele II is going to welcome his imbongi (traditional praise singer), Ndabenhle Radebe from the initiation school at a traditional ceremony in Escort on 2 January. Radebe entered the initiation school in Kokstad that is controlled by Indlondlo. A traditional event is planned for 30 and 31 December in Kokstad to bring home initiates from the mountain. Umqombothi traditional beer will be served and cows will be slaughtered on the day. Benny Khobo, chairperson of Indlondlo congratulated Radebe for going to initiation school as a Hlubi. “AmaHlubi will accompany RadeAccording to the editorial policy of the Ea be when going to greet King Langalibalele IIinvited to comment about the newspap in Emtshezi in Escort,” said Khobo.rors will be corrected as soon as possible correction of mistakes in the newspaper Kokstad has recorded no circumcision-related deaths as of this week. On Community Press, George Claassen, at 6 January, Zulu King Goodwill Zwelior call him at 021 8513232 or 083 543 2 thini isabout the contents to the South African going to officially welcome more than 200 Amakrwala of Harry please phone 011 788 4829 of 788 483 Gwala at Shayamoya sport grounds in email to pressombudsman@ombuds Kokstad. Officials from the Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Social Development, Sports Arts and Culture and Greater Kokstad Municipality will attend the official welcoming of initiates.

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capacity of the municipality, and pro- and in w moting leadership and partnerships In pa TENDER NOTICE & INVITATION TO TENDER It is asociety. time of happiness and joy, but Christthroughout better e Umuziwabantu hereby invites Bids from suitable qualified and experienced Town and Regional Planning is also a stark reminder of those demuch less Tomas accelerate progress, deepen portunit Consultants for the review of the following project:fortunate than us. Those people who have lost MUNICIPAL MANAGER mocracy and build a more inclusive soquired t everything in life, their loved ones and those NC VEZI ciety, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Promoti who cared about them. Among them are the NAME TENDER NO PPPFA POINTS REGISTRATION CLOSING poorest of must the poor as well as many small chilMunicipality translate political er oppo DATE & TIME GREETINGS to all residentsDlamini of Dr. Nkosazana dren who dointo not know whether or not they will GREETINGS to Dr Nkosazana emancipation the economic well integrat UMUZIWABANTU MU- UMUZ/17/2016 80/20 WITH SACPLAN, 09/01/2017 Dlamini Zuma Municipality have a meal of any kind on Christmas Day. Zuma (NDZ) and Harry Gwala district being of all. this mu NICIPALITY HOUSING Christmas is the day on which we can reflect When we sit down to enjoy our Christmas At 12:00 SECTOR DEVELOPcommunities. It is a great pleasure that It is up to residents to fix the future, on what we have achieved thus far in our lives lunch, let us spare a thought for those under- The p MENT PLAN and what we wantstarting to privileged prayenvisions that one day they we bring to you the municipal viewtoday.people Thisand plan a will ma Sakh make with our lives in be able to share in all the privileges that we, very of this new municipality that conmunicipality where everyone feels tinues to Only Bidders with accredited SACPLAN registration as indicated above will be considered for award. pointKlein Paradys future. It is also a day often, take for granted. The Dr. Nkosazana tains updates, developments and upfree yet bound to others, where everySOUTH COAST of caring, giving and Dlamini Zuma Municipality is committed to We u This project intends to promote the following in the execution of the contract:Out of season coming Self events taking place within one embraces their fullforpotential, rooms s receiving, showering building a better future all - and each a and evCatering Accommodation from those around us with ery one of where us shouldopportunity participate in achieving this 1. Review the Umuziwabantu Municipality Housing Sector Plan(HSP) which is to be compliant with your municipality. municipality is deteract w Cabin: R150 pp/per night allZuma the love they termined de- wonderful goal.birth, but by ability, inter alia Human Settlement Master Spatial Plan, and National Housing code, 2009 all volumes The Nkosazana Dlamini Munot by ment off Cottage: R200 pp/per night serve and receiving There will be all kinds of festivities during Contact Lorraine on nicipality has a plan to eliminate poveducation and hard work. Realising 2. The HSP to be aligned with the municipal Integrated Development Plan, SDF, SEA, and Wall to Wall their love and care in this time and our wish is that you will enjoyas it a plat 039 681 2611 / Scheme 244 3788 erty and072 reduce inequality.return. According such atosociety will transformathe fullest. Werequire hope that the many visitors so to that a our shores will take the focused opportunity to visit some It is w to the plan, NDZ can realise these goals tion of the economy and efforts Tender documents may be obtained from Umuziwabantu Municipal offices, 10 Murchison Street, Hardof the many exciting attractions this wonderful by drawing on the energies of its peo- to build the municipality`s capabilities. project c ing from 23/12/2016 until 06/01/2017 (Office hours 08h00 until 16h00), on payment of a non-refundable municipal area has to offer, including our intercash payment of R300.00 for each document. Bid Documents will only be issued on a receipt obtained ple, growing an inclusive economy, To eliminate reduce Mountains. ine- of Dr Nk nationallypoverty acclaimedand Drakensberg 100% HERBAL & CONFIDENTIAL from the cashier’s office at Umuziwabantu Municipality. Method 4 for functionality will be used for evaluOn behalf of myself, the grow mayoral committee, building capabilities, enhancing the quality, the economy must faster cial and ation. • Spiritual prayers councillors, municipal management and offipublic e cials of Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, I wish all • Mens problems (any kind) There will be no tender briefing for this project. the exp the residents of and the visitors of Dr. Nkosaza• Marriage problems gramme Klein na Dlamini Zuma Paradys municipal area, a most won• Women’s problems (any kind) Sealed Bid documents marked with the relevant “Bid Name and Bid Number” must be deposited COASTtime and a prosderful andSOUTH blessed Christmas the stra in the Bid box at the Municipal Offices at 10 Murchison Street, Harding no later than 12H00 on • Family problems perous newOut year.of season 09/01/2017 where all Bids will be opened in public. Telegraphic, faxed and late tenders will not be people. • Financial problems

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The Municipal contact person is Mr L.S. Ngcobo on 039 433 2055 / lngcobo@umuziwabantu.gov.za The Municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender and reserves the right to accept the whole or any part of a tender. Umuziwabantu Municipality subscribes to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (Act No5 of 2000). S. Mbhele Municipal Manager

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Self Catering On 20 December the municipality held Accommodation from awareness for women as well as the launch of Cabin: R150 pp/per night women structure that will deal with the day to Cottage: R200 pp/per night in our socieday issues that are faced by women ty. This initiative the Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini ContactbyLorraine on Zuma Municipality working with vari039 681 2611together / 072 244 3788 Sakhe will bear ous stakeholders in Sukuma positive fruits in the long run as we believe that we are in a process of building a better commuCAUTION TO ALL OUR REA nity for our children, Sisazoqhuba nango 2017. Examine Stay Blessed.all services offered carefully, requ

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: MR. A. BUBU (039-7378178)

Please apply by �illing in the Application for Employment Form obtainable from our website: www. matatiele.gov.za (not Z83 form) or from any of our Municipal Of�ices (Matatiele, Maluti, Cedarville and from a Ward Support Assistants in any of our 26 Wards). You must also send your Curriculum Vitae together with certi�ied copies of your quali�ications, Identity Document (ID) and Valid Driver’s Licence (where applicable) to: The Municipal Manager P.O. Box 35 Matatiele, 4730 FOR ATTENTION: THE GENERAL MANAGER, CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT

TOTAL REMUNERATION R338 898.00 per annum PACKAGE

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Submit your completed Employment Application Form and your CV and certi�ied copies of your quali�ications and ID document and valid driving licence where applicable by hand to;

MINIMUM MENTS

102 Main Street Matatiele, 4730 NB: Failure to submit documents listed above will result in disquali�ication. Background screening and competency assessment will be done to shortlisted candidates.

REQUIRE- An appropriate level of senior secondary quali�ication- Matriculation or NQF equivalent •A recognised National Higher Certi�icate / Secretariat Course •Computer Literacy •1-2 years relevant experience •Good understanding of policies and legislation •Planning and project management skills •Good interpersonal relations and administrative skills •Good communication skills •Willingness and ability to work over and above call of work and under pressure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful incumbent will be required to: •Scheduling and Planning Chief Whip’s diary and events •Performs speci�ic tasks/activities associated with the provision of Administration •Information Recordkeeping •Performs tasks associated with the provision reception/telephonist service in the Chief Whip’s Of�ice •Performs speci�ic tasks/activities associated with Event Planning •Willingness and ability to work over and call of work and under pressure •Perform any other duties as may be assigned by competent authority. EXCO SUPPORT SECRETARY

TASK GRADE

NATURE AND LENGTH 5 year �ixed term contract , attached to the term of the of�ice of the current council OF EMPLOYMENT TOTAL REMUNERATION R287 047.60 per annum PACKAGE

Without prejudice and with due respect, correspondence will only be limited to short-listed applicants due to circumstances beyond our control. The Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment in respect of the advertised posts. PLEASE NOTE: THAT NO FAXED OR E–MAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED AND THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The appointment is made according to the Council conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disquali�ication of applications. ______________________________ DR. D.C.T. NAKIN MUNICIPAL MANAGER Notice No : 2016/2017-86 We urge all employees, members of council, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at Matatiele Local Municipality`s Human Resources Unit.

23 December 2016

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Fun at fishing competition Patiently waiting a big catch is David Bergover.

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league for senior teams until 20 January. Secretary Lubabalo Gugwana thanked club owners for participating in the league.

Siphelele@media24.com THE Greater Kokstad Local Football Association has closed its TEAMS 1 Warriors 2 Young Brothers 3 African Bucks 4 Bhubesi 5 FET 6 Winter Roses 7 Liverpool 8 Franklin 9 Fighters 10 Bombers 11 Boxer 12 Swansea 13 BUB 14 Rangers 15 Master 16 Two for Joy 17 Vegas 18 Vibe 19 Wolves 20 Zamalek 21 Juveniles 22 Bush Bucks

P 9 9 9 8 8 9 9 7 9 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 8 8 9 6 6 6

W 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 4 4 3 2 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 0 1 0

L 1 1 1 0 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 1 3 5 5 7 5 6 7 3 5 5

D 2 2 2 2 0 2 2 0 3 2 3 5 3 1 3 0 2 1 1 3 0 1

GF 21 13 14 15 15 16 11 14 11 9 10 6 7 8 6 6 5 4 6 4 1 1

GA 9 2 5 7 7 7 4 8 5 4 6 5 9 10 16 18 11 14 18 9 14 10

GD 12 11 9 8 8 9 7 6 6 5 4 1 2 2 10 12 6 10 12 5 13 9

PTS 20 20 20 20 18 17 17 15 15 14 12 11 9 7 6 6 5 4 4 3 3 1

Log Standings correct as 28/11/2016

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At a fishing competition (from left) Ronald Vanwyk, Eshley Abrahams, Shandre Abrahams, Ky le Laurance, Winston Siyothula and (front) Alex Siyothula.

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Ubuhlebezwe Municipality with its seat in Ixopo invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the following positions:

10TH annual fish ing competition was held at Clive Dam in Swartberg last weekend. The competi tion started on Friday and on Saturday prizes were given for big catch es. Organisor Billy Bell said the competition is in honour of the late Ne ville Underwood and Ken Gobey. Money col lected will go for various charities around Kok stad. A local fisherman, David Bergover who has more than 30 years fish ing experience but only managed to catch one small fish. Lucano Bloem re ceived top prize for a 2,36kg catch, Lucan Blo em received the second prize for 2,2kg and Clay ton Wiggett came third for a 2,1kg catch. Organisors thanked sponsors and partici pants for the success and said another com petition will be an nounced next year.

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PART-TIME WARD SUPPORT CLERK (14) (1 EACH WARD) Total Remuneration: R14 400.00 per annum FIVE (05) Year Fixed Term Contract Minimum Requirements • Grade 12 or equivalent qualifications. • Computer literacy • Communication skills • Experience in an Administrative Office Environment . Key performance areas: • Take minutes during Ward Committee Meetings for necessary record keeping purposes. • Responsible for filing • Serve as an administrative link between the municipality and the ward and ensure that necessary communication exists. • Manage the dissemination of information. A signed letter of application indicating the position being applied for, together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of certificates and Identity Document, must be forwarded to: The Municipal Manager, P. O. Box 132, and IXOPO 3276 by not later 16h00 on Friday, 27th January 2017. Faxed applications will not be accepted. If you do not hear from Council within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. All enquiries should be directed to the HR Officer, Ms B Nondabula (039) 834 7700 Council reserves the right not to make any appointment/appointments into the abovementioned positions. _____________________ GM SINEKE MUNICIPAL MANAGER