WELCOME TO THE CITY OF MATLOSANA CITY OF PEOPLE ON THE MOVE UGU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

Cllr Sikhumbuzo Isaac Mqadi elected as the new Mayor

The City of Matlosana Municipality is situated approximately 164 km has created employment, enhanced commuter movement, enhanced investment opportunities, increased economic activity, etc. leisure accommodation venues which include conferencing, wedding and spa facilities.

In his inaugural speech at the Port Shepstone Civic Centre he said it is time for prolonged service delivery to be abolished.

“Today marks the beginning of a new journey where our communities should be put first at all costs. where all our efforts must be driven towards improving service delivery as well as creating a conducive environment for tourism, young entrepreneurs and businesspeople alike." The mayor said this required working together regardless of political affiliations to put people's needs first.

“We have to work diligently and collectively in providing service delivery to our people. We also have to work together to fight against the abuse of women and children. We need to ensure that our people have access to water and sanitation,” Mqadi said.

On 29 June 2023, Cllr Mqadi was sworn in under oath, unopposed before the full council sitting of the municipality. The new mayor is a seasoned leader who is no stranger to Ugu District communities. He understands the socio-economic struggles that face communities in the district as he too hails from the rural KwaXolo community, (Gcilima).

WHY VISIT THE CITY OF MATLOSANA?

Create unforgettable memories at our quality business and leisure accommodation venues which include conferencing, wedding and spa facilities. The City has a wealth of attractions for visitors:

• Adventure tourism

• Wildlife tourism

• Medical tourism

• Wellness tourism

The position of mayor become vacant five months after the death of the former Mayor, Phumlile Mthiyane. Municipal Manage Dr Elliot Ntombela had also sadly passed on earlier this year.

Cllr Mqadi was fortunate to serve with both the previous Mayor and Municipal Manager as Councillor in the district and therefore understands the municipality's core function of improving service delivery to Ugu communities.

Matlosana As A Medical Hub

To us health care is of paramount importance as a healthy city is productive and constitutes prosperity. We boast well-developed medical facilities, which enhances and promotes the competitive advantage of Matlosana as a major Medical Hub in the North West Province. Services include: general and private medical fascilities, casualty/trauma and dental services. Most clinics focus on primary health care services.

Sikhumbuzo ‘Zero’ Mqadi said one of the municipality’s key areas of focus will be to ensure a clean and corrupt free administration.

The city prides itself on having five private hospitals, two government hospitals, including the largest state hospital in the North West Province and 15 clinics including mobile clinics. It also boasts the only fully contained oncology unit in the North West Province, which offers a comprehensive service at four pathological laboratories and has the latest MRI scanner at the radiology unit.

During the inauguration ceremony, IFP councillor Busi Machi, in congratulating the newly elected mayor said they hope that the mayor will address the issue of politicising the municipality.

On behalf of the DA, Cllr George Henderson said that the DA wished him well and acknowledging that he has a big job ahead of him.

Prime Land For Development

N12 Development Route was identified by the municipality as a flagship project for golden opportunities in the following sectors: housing, business, industrial, heritage, mining, tourism, sport as well as recreation.

“We hope that he can bring the necessary changes that we all need to get water to our people and deliver proper services. We are behind you, we will support you as far as we

Agriculture

Agriculture is one of the mainstays of Matlosana, which proudly boasts a region rich with agricultural potential. The emphasis is focused on field crops, such as maize, wheat, sorghum, sunflowers, etc... (climatically suitable with a 70% probability of production success).

possibly can and we pray that you will have a good road ahead of you. We hope that God will bless and be with you during this difficult road you have to travel,” said Henderson.

Infrastructure Development

Aside from attracting investment, the N12 Treasure Route connects communities to the economic hub of Matlosana City. The improved road infrastructure changes the lives of the City’s citizens making it easier to access employment opportunities and other services.

Shopping Experience

Shoppers can also be spoiled for choice between Matlosana Mall, City Mall, Flamwood Walk Shopping Mall, Tower Mall and other leading shopping centres in Matlosana.

Mqadi pledges to speedily handle service-delivery issues “What has to happen now is to sharpen the tools of delivery for the municipality to meet the ever-increasing demand for delivering water to our people. Such a noble task cannot be executed by one man but it requires collective wisdom and efforts from all of us in this council. I call upon all councillors to work with us as we embark on a journey to stabilise and reposition this municipality. One of the key areas of focus is to ensure a clean and corrupt-free administration, we expect this council not to tolerate any action that contrasts with the mandate of this council,” the Mayor said.

The Mayor committed to remain focused on the revitalisation of water and sanitation infrastructure and development that supports structural transformation, growth, and job creation, in order to regain confidence from residents.

Agriculture is one of the mainstays of Matlosana, which proudly boasts a region rich with agricultural potential. The emphasis is focused on field crops, such as maize, wheat, sorghum, sunflowers, etc...

“We undertake to be a performancedriven council and to this end, I invite all staff led by the acting municipal manager to continue doing good work and double the efforts as we seek to increase the pace of serving our people. Let me indicate from the outset of my tenure as the Mayor, my willingness to work together with all political parties and stakeholders – this will enable us to find workable solutions for the diverse range of developmental challenges facing our district,” he said.

He said even though there are challenges of ageing infrastructure, illegal water connections, loadshedding and an increase in demand for water, the municipality has provided its community with 70% of clean drinking water.

The Market is the property of the City of Matlosana and was established in 1980 and it is ranked 8th out of 17 Fresh Markets in the country according to turnover.

With five Market agents, the market supplies customers as far as Botswana, Kimberly and Vryburg.

Wrapping up his inaugural speech the Mayor was clear in saying, “Ugu district residents deserve only the best efforts from all of us whether you are in a political leadership position, management, and in all other positions within our administration.”

Contact Details

Address: Cnr Braamfisher & OR Tambo Streets, Klerksdorp

Tel: 018 487 8000/ 018 487 8800

Email: communications@ klerksdorp.org

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