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women in leadership Dialogue COMMEMORATIVE BOOK 2015

Foreword by the CHAIRPERSON OF THE African Union, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma W omen in societies across Africa play a critical role in their communities. They form the bedrock of

social security systems - caring for families, children, the elderly, disabled and sick. They look after the nutrition, water, energy and sanitation needs of their families. They socialise children and ensure that they go to school. They form the backbone of cultural and faith-based institutions at community levels. It is for these and other reasons that having a critical mass of women in local government is so important.

Municipalities are in the sphere of government closest to the people and we therefore need leadership that serves the people and is committed to addressing basic needs and building socially cohesive communities.

Since the start of democratic, non-racial and developmental local government in South Africa in 2000, the numbers of women councillors have grown. At the same time, we have had insufficient systems in place to support them, hence the high overturn of women councillors.

in order to industrialise and create jobs, economic in the United Kingdom in 1978. She subsequently worked as a doctor at the Mbabane Government Hospital in opportunities and shared prosperity.

Swaziland. In 1985 she returned to the United Kingdom to Agenda 2063, the Africa we want, will be successful if we complete a diploma in tropical child health from Liverpool build strong democratic, people-centred and developmental University’s School of Tropical Medicine. institutions, including local government. It will succeed through the active participation of all sectors (business, civil After South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994, Dr society, women, youth, workers) and all our people in its Dlamini Zuma served in the country’s first post-apartheid Cabinet as Minister of Health from 1994 to 1999, under implementation where we live.

President Nelson Mandela, then Minister of Foreign Affairs As South Africa therefore celebrates fifteen years of non- from 1999 to 2009, under presidents Thabo Mbeki and racial, non-sexist and democratic local government, we Kgalema Motlanthe. She was moved to the position of must ensure stronger measures to support councillors, Minister of Home Affairs in the Cabinet of President Jacob especially our women leaders so that they are able to Zuma in 2009, a capacity in which she served until her implement and involve our people to address the resignation in 2012. challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment at On 15 July 2012, Dr Dlamini Zuma was elected by the African local level.

Union Commission as its chairperson, making her the first Together we can build stronger local government. woman to lead the organisation (including its predecessor, the Organisation of African Unity). She took office on 15 Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Chairperson of the African Union Commission, August 2015 October 2012.

The African Union has just adopted its vision for the next About Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma fifty years, Agenda 2063. It emphasises the importance of investments in the health and education of children, youth Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma is a South African politician and anti-apartheid activist. and women.

It prioritises infrastructure (transport, energy, ICT, etc. that During her studies in the early 1970s, she became an supports economic and social development. It focuses on active underground member of the (then banned) African the development of agriculture and agro-processing so National Congress (ANC). At the same time, she was also that the continent can feed itself, export its food products a member of the South African Students Organisation and was elected as its deputy president in 1976. and eliminate malnutrition and hunger.

It seeks to develop manufacturing and services, beneficiate During the same year, she fled into exile where she its natural resources, grow its blue and green economies completed her medical studies at the University of Bristol

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Dr Dlamini Zuma has distinguished herself as a tireless fighter for freedom for the people of South Africa and the development and consolidation of democracy in the quest to create a better life for all Africans on the continent. She has been awarded honorary Doctor of Law degrees by both the University of Natal (1995) and the University of Bristol (1996).

… Together we can build stronger local government …

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Foreword by the KWAZULU-NATAL PREMIER, SENZO MCHUNU, MPL WORDS OF APPRECIATION AND SUPPORT

It is a singular honour and privilege for me to give a

message of support to this important annual gathering of Women in Leadership.

More so because of the presence of Dr Nkosazana DlaminiZuma who is the current African Union Chairperson. She stands out as an excellent model for Women in Leadership.

Some of the factors that give her this distinction include the following: ■■ Her role in the liberation movement in South Africa right from her youthful days

■■ Her academic and professional achievements ■■ Her experience in South African and African politics in general with an added experience of world politics in particular as our former Minister of International Relations for ten (10) years.

HAPPY WOMEN’S MONTH TO ALL OF YOU The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in our Province has gone an extra mile here. They sought to mitigate against barriers that are often cited as standing in the way for women to occupy leadership positions and excel. The dialogue has provided a platform to showcase common efforts in realising the objectives of democracy, non-racialism and non-sexism.

South Africa and KwaZulu-Natal in particular often display elements of “hardened attitude” on gender generally. This must be softened sooner than later at worst but must be broken “PHAQA” at best.

Congratulations to Cogta for the initiative.

HALALA, IGAMA LAMAKHOSIKAZI MALIBONGWE. Thank you.

… The dialogue has provided a platform to showcase common efforts in realising the objectives of democracy, non-racialism and non-sexism.

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Foreword by the MEC FOR COGTA, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MPl The Women in Leadership Dialogue has in a short

space of time become a special occasion where we as women leaders empower each other by sharing knowledge and experiences, motivating each other and applying unique women’s perspectives to the debate about how we can get our municipalities working more effectively and efficiently.

This year’s event stands out as we celebrate fifteen years of democratic local governance. The foundations for the current model in which our municipalities now operate were laid in 2000 and the fifteen years that have passed since now offer a welcome opportunity for introspection.

One of the tasks we must keep in mind as we reflect on our time in KwaZulu-Natal’s local governance structures is to consider how we can use our individual and collective experience to make our performance better.

From my years in the public service, I know that women’s participation in our democratic institutions is a game changer. Women inevitably change the public discourse and bring diverse ideas, priorities, knowledge and expertise to any debate.

As women, we all find that our perspectives tend to enlighten old discussions with fresh insights and novel concepts. What is more, women’s perspectives also tend to offer simple and practical solutions to numerous old challenges.

to excel in pushing for more efficient and relevant socio-economic actors, providing options that improve their own lives as well their households and communities. community projects and services for other women.

Women leaders are indeed vital to sustainable development of communities and unlocking their potential and supporting their empowerment is therefore a powerful means to achieve both sustainable community development and gender equality.

As a prerequisite of empowerment, women’s voices must be heard and their full and equal participation in the public Today, the majority of South Africa’s poor are still and private spheres must be realised. Economic and women. Enabling them to escape the poverty trap in a political empowerment go hand in hand. If women are to sustainable manner requires political and financial engage productively in the economy, they must also be enabled to participate equally and fully in every political capital to be invested in their empowerment. arena.

Our women continue to work in informal, vulnerable and lower-paid jobs, often dependent on others for their Women must therefore have an equal voice in decisions sustenance. Without sustainable incomes, economic about how to achieve prosperity, about public service autonomy so crucial to women’s empowerment will not provision and policies that affect their lives. It is not only essential to the legitimacy of democratic systems, but be realised. also to good governance in our municipalities.

We in the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) are acutely aware that supporting women’s empowerment requires radical policy interventions that enable women to make choices as

… Women inevitably change the public discourse and bring diverse ideas, priorities, knowledge and expertise to any debate …

To apply this theory to local government, I can say with pride that our women councillors have had a tendency

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Hence our special focus as government on empowering women in everything we do, including capacity building and expanding their access to opportunities.

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Contents Foreword by the CHAIRPERSON OF THE AU .......................... 2 KwaZulu-Natal Municipalities Foreword by the Premier of KWAZULU-NATAL ................... 4 EThekwini Municipality............................................................... 26 Foreword by the MEC FOR COGTA ........................................... 6 Amajuba District Municipality................................................ 36 KWAZULU-NATAL MUNICIPALITIES .................................................

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eMadlangeni Local Municipality About MEC Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MLP............................... 12 Newcastle Local Municipality

Women in Leadership Dialogue Introduction .................. 13 Harry Gwala District Municipality....................................... 46 Greater Kokstad Local Municipality democratic local government in sOuth africa Ingwe Local Municipality turns Fifteen ................................................................................ 14 Kwa Sani Local Municipality WHAT WE NOW EXPECT OF OUR COUNCILLORS ......................... 16 Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality uMzimkhulu Local Municipality DRIVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN KWAZULU-NATAL MUNICIPALITIES................................................................................. 18 iLembe District Municipality.................................................... 58 KwaDukuza Local Municipality UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO SANITATION IS WITHIN REACH.............. 20 Mandeni Local Municipality overview of KWAZULU-NATAL ................................................... 22 Maphumulo Local Municipality Ndwedwe Local Municipality

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Ugu District Municipality......................................................... 66 Nquthu Local Municipality Umvoti Local Municipality Ezinqoleni Local Municipality Hibiscus Coast Local Municipality Umdoni Local Municipality Umuziwabantu Local Municipality Umzumbe Local Municipality Vulamehlo Local Municipality

uThukela District Municipality.............................................. 112

Hlabisa Local Municipality Jozini Local Municipality Mtubatuba Local Municipality The Big 5 False Bay Local Municipality uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality

Zululand District Municipality.............................................. 130

Emnambithi/Ladysmith Local Municipality Imbabazane Local Municipality Indaka Local Municipality Okhahlamba Local Municipality uMgungundlovu District Municipality............................... 78 uMtshezi Local Municipality Impendle Local Municipality uThungulu District Municipality .......................................... 120 Mkhambathini Local Municipality City of uMhlathuze Municipality Mpofana Local Municipality Mfolozi Local Municipality Msunduzi Municipality Mthonjaneni Local Municipality Richmond Local Municipality uMngeni Local Municipality Nkandla Local Municipality uMshwathi Local Municipality Ntambanana Local Municipality uMkhanyakude District Municipality................................... 92 uMlalazi Local Municipality AbaQulusi Local Municipality eDumbe Local Municipality Nongoma Local Municipality Ulundi Local Municipality uMzinyathi District Municipality............................................ 102 uPhongolo Local Municipality Endumeni Local Municipality Councillors in the KWAZULU-NATAL Province.................... 140 Msinga Local Municipality

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kzn MUNICIPALITIES The Role of Municipalities

Under the South African system of representative democracy, the local sphere of government has evolved to consist of 284 municipalities who have the right to govern their own communities, subject to national and provincial legislation.

Local government in KwaZulu-Natal is organised into the eThekwini Metropolitan Council, and ten district municipalities, namely: Amajuba; iLembe; Sisonke; Ugu; uMgungundlovu; uMkhanyakude; uMzinyathi; uThukela; uThungulu and Zululand. Each district is further divided into a varying number of local municipalities. A distinguishing characteristic of KwaZulu-Natal is that in addition to this total of 61 municipalities, the province also has a well defined system of traditional leadership.

Municipalities have a key role to play in South Africa’s social and economic development. The goals of the local government system are to: provide democratic and accountable government for local communities; ensure the provision of services to communities in a sustainable manner; promote social and economic development; promote a safe and healthy living environment; and encourage the involvement of communities and community organisations in the matters of local government. Municipalities are responsible for managing vast amount of community assets and infrastructure and have custodial roles in ensuring preservation of infrastructure and its renewal for future generations.

Municipal elections are held every five years to elect the members of the district, metropolitan and local municipal councils, who, in turn, elect the mayors of the municipalities to office.

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs is currently focussing on supporting and facilitating the necessary preparation for the next local government elections in 2016. Support to municipalities in key areas of human resource management and development, as well as governance, will be a key priority. Building the capacity of councillors and municipal officials will be achieved through accredited training programmes, various workshops and knowledge sharing opportunities.

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About MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MPL Nomusa Dube-Ncube has been the hands-on MEC

for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature since 2009 where she continues to add value to political leadership with her fair and firm style.

KwaMashu-born political and community activist Nomusa Dube-Ncube has been in the frontline of resistance politics and community mobilisation in the collective quest for a non-racial, non-sexist and democratic new country. She has stayed the course and continues to hold her position as one of the senior leaders of the African National Congress in her home province of KwaZulu-Natal.

At the start of South Africa’s democracy in the 1990s, Nomusa Dube-Ncube was formerly the Mayor of the North Central Local Council before the local authority of Durban was amalgamated with several others to form what is now known as the eThekwini Municipality. Subsequently, Nomusa Dube-Ncube was appointed the Speaker of the eThekwini Municipality.

After a remarkable term as the Speaker, during which period Nomusa Dube-Ncube launched the Women Youth Development and a number of other initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty, creating jobs and promoting social cohesion, the ruling ANC redeployed Nomusa Dube-Ncube to serve as Ambassador to the Czech Republic where she was based in Prague and worked tirelessly promoting the new South Africa and attracting foreign investment, boosting tourism in KwaZulu-Natal and other parts of the country and hosting numerous trade delegations.

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After that, Nomusa Dube-Ncube was appointed back home to serve as the Chief Whip of the African National Congress in the KwaZulu-Natal provincial legislature.

Parallel to that, Nomusa Dube-Ncube was appointed as the Deputy Provincial Secretary of the African National Congress in KwaZulu-Natal, and in 2009 was promoted to MEC. MEC Dube-Ncube focus is sharply on service delivery to rural and far-flung areas of a very vast and challenging province defined by rampant poverty, unemployment and particularly the lack of opportunities for rural women and aspiring young women denied proper educational resources.

MEC Dube-Ncube has successfully straddled both challenging spheres in her department, making strident calls for clean audits among municipalities, promoting good governance and transparency while encouraging senior managers and public servants to up skill their academic potential and knowledge economy by furthering their post-graduate studies at universities.

As the principal and political head of her department, MEC Dube-Ncube has encouraged the culture of democracy among the traditional leadership and has uniquely championed the further studies of traditional leaders with her ongoing partnership with the University of KwaZuluNatal, while her powerful presence in chairing MiniMec, the regular gathering of mayors, deputy mayors and municipal managers ensures that municipalities are on target to accelerate service delivery to the Province’s 10 million citizens.

The WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP DIALOGUE: AN OVERVIEW The annual Women in Leadership Dialogue is the brain-

child of KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Nomusa Dube-Ncube whose own background as a woman councillor in the province’s fast evolving local government has prompted the department, which Dube-Ncube now leads, to establish a regular forum and an empowerment tool for KwaZuluNatal’s female councillors.

Despite many advances in gender empowerment in South Africa’s post-1994 dispensation, women councillors continue to face an uphill battle as elected representatives in a male-dominated environment where patriarchal values and attitudes still prevail. As a former councillor who herself rose to the rank of municipal speaker and mayor, DubeNcube had always felt the need to share her own experience of what it is to be a woman councillor with other women.

The Women in Leadership Dialogue was born out of the necessity to give women councillors a forum where they can share their personal stories and experiences, exchange ideas and best practices, and learn from women professionals who have either made a career in local government or used local government as a springboard for success in other spheres of government or the private sector and who now serve as role models and mentors.

The Women in Leadership Dialogue also strives to challenge the perception that local government is a peripheral field where women professionals merely cut their teeth before they move on to others areas of employment.

This programme seeks to make local government an attractive career option for women and indeed one that

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gives them an opportunity to champion social change in their communities. For this, the event empowers women councillors with the necessary confidence.

The Women in Leadership Dialogue, now in its third year, is a two-day event that brings together all women councillors from across political parties under the auspices of Cogta whose aim is to increase the calibre of leadership among this category of elected representatives in local government.

Education is very critical if councillors are to aspire to be effective and knowledgeable leaders and education therefore forms the backbone of this programme.

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In addition to speakers from the field of local government, the Women in Leadership Dialogue regularly features motivational speakers who strive to broaden the horizons of their audience in a variety of areas that aspiring professional women can relate to.

Every year, women councillors emerge from the Women in Leadership Dialogue better capacitated to take on not on the daily challenges associated with being elected public representatives but to celebrate the fact that women are now free to pursue their career goals and transform their communities in ways that would have been unthinkable before 1994.

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democratic local government in South Africa turns fifteen Local government is where development and transformation are racing ahead even as our municipalities battle

with specific challenges. In each one of the 61 councils in KwaZulu-Natal is where economic, social, educational, and health-related activities take place daily. This is the space in which our personal ambitions are realised, our families live, our children play and our communities interact.

This is where our people and institutions constantly evolve and respond to the greatest challenges of our time.

As we celebrate the fifteen years of democratic local government, now is a good time to reflect on the many successes as well as the challenges that have accompanied this relatively short but significant period.

Institutionally speaking, fifteen years is a drop in the ocean but on a human level – when we speak of individuals, families and communities – fifteen years is a sufficient time to achieve remarkable progress and this we have managed to do in the lives of many throughout our province.

Whenever we speak of local government, we prefer to use the term ‘governance’ which in the context of the department I lead - Cogta - includes both municipalities and traditional institutions. It shows an important link between the two entities and it also accords a place of importance to amakhosi in our democratic system of governance. This is a vast improvement on the past when our traditional institutions and the rich culture they entail were deliberately marginalised and suppressed.

The primary challenge our local governance has had to tackle – two decades into our freedom and fifteen years into the current model of municipal governance introduced in 2000 – is the division that still lingers between

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some high-capacity, mostly urban municipalities which function optimally and the many dysfunctional, mostly deep rural municipalities, which lack a sustainable rates base and are therefore not economically viable.

Our government has responded to this challenge in two ways.

Firstly, we have gone ahead with the demarcation process which will see the number of municipalities in this province decrease from 61 to 54 or even 53 by 2016, merging the most problematic municipalities with better functioning ones in their vicinity. Secondly, we have embarked on a sweeping programme of reform known as Back to Basics. Here our aim is to ensure that within the next five years every one of them is empowered to perform optimally.

In this context, basic services and maintenance, such as the cutting of grass, the patching of potholes, working robots and streetlights, and consistent refuse removal must be provided without fail by all municipalities. At the same time, all municipalities must develop new infrastructure at a faster pace whilst adhering to the standards for such infrastructure. They must also improve their operations and maintenance of existing infrastructure to ensure continuity of service provision.

All of our municipal council structures must be functional and meet and deliberate regularly. Oversight committees must perform their responsibilities, without any political or administrative interference, ensuring transparency and accountability in every municipality.

All municipalities must also enforce competence standards for their managers and appoint only persons with the requisite skills, expertise, qualifications and commitment to the public service.

All municipalities must have a proper financial management system, enforce rigorous internal controls, cut wasteful

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expenditure, subject their procurement processes and controls to oversight, have credible and stable budgets, and act decisively against fraud and corruption. For their part, all councillors must report regularly to their wards as each municipality maintains transparent, responsive and accountable processes in its daily interaction with communities.

On our part, I pledge that Cogta, working with all provincial and national government departments, will support these reforms hands-on by monitoring compliance and managing consequences for non-compliance and poor performance.

We have already started. We are giving targeted support programmes for 26 of our most vulnerable municipalities and we are monitoring their progress daily through a dedicated nerve centre which comprises our senior managers.

We are not doing any of this without adequate longterm planning. The National Development Plan, to which we subscribe, has identified a need for greater stability and cohesion within and across the three spheres of government and also between government and the people. To achieve this, we are doing our part to improve service delivery across all spheres of government, in the face of huge capacity and resource constraints.

This vision makes our municipalities the spaces where a just and more equitable South Africa will ultimately emerge. Our municipalities are where apartheid’s unequal development geography must be confronted, where the difficult decisions involved in addressing poverty and investing in future growth must be made, and where a new and more cohesive society will eventually be born by 2030 as the National Development Plan envisages.

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WHAT WE NOW EXPECT OF OUR COUNCILLORS The Back to Basics programme, to which all our

municipalities now subscribe, requires them to usher in a new cadre of councillors whose main responsibility is to play a crucial role in accelerating service delivery to their communities. Moreover, our councillors are called upon to support the process of public participation in the affairs of their municipalities, be the political custodians of good governance and accountability, and to vigorously advocate for the needs of their constituents.

The councillor’s role is not an easy one and it demands expertise and knowledge about the local government system and municipal environment.

Councillors require an in-depth understanding of their mandate. High level of expectations of the community they serve, competing interests among the different groups of citizens living in the municipality, limited human and financial resources and tight timeframes for delivery of services are some of the difficult challenges that councillors face during their five-year term.

Conducting duties The councillor’s mandate must guide him or her in the conduct of his or her duties. Three important aspects of the councillor’s mandate as reiterated within the context of the Back to Basics programme are: acting as representatives of the community they serve, providing leadership roles in the council, and acting as custodians or guardians of public finances.

Critical to this is the requirement that councillors work to improve the lives of all the citizens in the municipality. The improvement of the peoples’ lives can

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be achieved through the provision of basic services, development and growth of the economy, recognising and harnessing the skills potential of people living in the municipality, mobilising the people to make their own contribution to improve their living conditions and job creation.

Know who the people are Effective representation requires that the councillor knows and understands the interests of the people in their municipality. They are the link between the public and the council and owe their primary loyalty to their public. To fully represent their municipality - and if they are ward councillors, their wards - councillors should know who the people are in their ward in terms of gender, age, employment status, economic and status, and what the key issues of these people are in terms of their service delivery needs, perspectives and opinions.

In addition, councillors need to have a grasp of the key infrastructure features of the municipality, such as the housing and health situation, sports and recreation facilities and access to transport and the socio-political and economic features of the municipality which include political parties, organised civil society, or business organisations.

Listen to the People An effective representation means listening to the people and working towards addressing their concerns and issues. It also requires regular consultation and report backs to the communities. It is often at this

report-back stage that councillors receive the most criticism. An often-heard comment is that councillors are only seen every five years when it is time for their re-election. Ongoing consultation and ensuring that the public is kept informed of council decisions in an honest and open way contributes towards government accountability and provides an impetus for the councillor to be re-elected into office.

We at the provincial Cogta are constantly striving to provide councillors with specifics on how they can best fulfil their mandate. In doing so, we place a strong emphasis on actual processes rather than theory where the work of councillors is contextualised within the overall policy and legal framework guiding local government and constitutional requirement of cooperative governance and intergovernmental relations. After all, the work of national and provincial government will impact directly on the councillor’s day to day work.

Building capacity Our focus in building the capacity of councillors is on the core municipal processes which include development planning, municipal budgeting, financial and performance management and public participation.

We continuously explore the ways in which councillors can effectively interact, communicate and consult with communities and how citizens can participate and influence the work of councils through structures such as ward committees.

Leadership qualities We also place a premium on personal and leadership skills. A good councillor is one who exhibits leadership qualities and is not afraid to make decisions that are in the best interests of the municipality.

Leadership skills are based on a system of values that includes integrity, commitment, professionalism and honesty. Good leadership also requires that representatives from other political parties serving on the council be treated with respect and dignity despite having different views and ideologies. As a leader of their

community, councillors are required to manage conflict and resolve disputes. Serving on standing committees requires commitment to schedules, time management and the ability to ensure that they function effectively.

Allegations of corruption and financial maladministration can result in a very negative perspective of councillors and municipalities. Councillors are the custodians of public money and as such they need to conduct financial activities of the municipality in a professional, open, transparent and accountable way.

They must fight corruption in tendering and hiring. They are required, in terms of the code of conduct, to declare all their assets and business interests. Any potential conflict of interest must be declared. All of these issues are covered by Cogta’s extensive support programmes.

Monitoring Performance Our role as Cogta in the Back to Basics programme for the benefit of our elected public representatives in local government is twofold. It is to provide continuous capacity building starting with an induction programme for newly elected municipal councillors; and our role is also to monitor councillors’ performance as they guide their way through the municipal policies, legislation, systems and processes.

As much as we aspire to support and assist our councillors in their day to day work as elected public representatives in local government. The ultimate responsibility for performing their duties to the best of their ability lies with the councillors themselves.

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DRIVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN KWAZULU-NATAL’s MUNICIPALITIES A ll economic development takes place at the local level

and municipalities must influence the shape and direction of local economies if the national economy is to attain the goals set for it. The people within all communities of South Africa wish to see evidence of local development and there are expectations that local government will drive the process. This provides a new challenge and opportunity for municipalities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of communities.

For this opportunity to be seized, the local public and private actors must work together in order to create sustainable local economies. However, there still exists a fundamental need to build a shared understanding among decision makers, implementers and other stakeholders, both in the public and private sectors, regarding what constitutes appropriate and effective local economic development practice.

The National Development Plan defines the time period until 2030 as an era of radical economic transformation. For the country to realise radical economic transformation, there must be radical local economic development programmes and competent capacity and resources must exist at a local level. After all, local economic development is a way forward in addressing the challenges of poverty, underdevelopment and inequality.

In order to streamline local economic development, we at Cogta have devised district development agencies as future local economic growth drivers of the district and local municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal. These special purpose vehicles are designed as the implementers

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of strategic economic development projects and programmes for the family of municipalities within the districts, facilitating both private and public sector investment through inclusive projects.

Working in Partnership Once fully operational, these agencies will create economic development capacity and ability at local government level to work in partnership with, and further strengthen, the existing local economic development initiatives of our municipalities. Whereas local economic development units in municipalities focus on broadening the economic base and creating an environment conducive to economic development, the agencies will focus on catalytic projects and programmes leading directly to investment and job creation.

Local economic development is interlinked with efforts to improve the quality of life for all our citizens. The provision of good quality roads, infrastructure for sanitation, water and electricity is all part of the efforts to strengthen economies in our municipalities. It is often tempting for us to view this as a separate function which all our municipalities have, but which is not linked to the other key performance areas our municipalities are expected to deliver upon.

This view is simply incorrect. It is based on the misconception that growing the economy is something that will happen on its own. Another concern is the lack of co-ordination of local economic growth initiatives between and even within municipalities. It often happens that one hand does not know what the other is doing

and the result is a frequent duplication of activities and associated costs. This is obviously wrong and the district development agencies are our answer.

Realising Potential Through these newly established agencies, we aspire to engage and harness the energies of local communities and stakeholders to take appropriate action to realise the potential of their indigenous assets, resources and opportunities. The agencies will create an enabling environment in which local people, institutions and businesses can take realistic and practical decisions to strengthen the local economies, create more jobs at local level and promote new enterprises.

In practice, these agencies will assist municipalities in developing new funding instruments for local economic

development. This they will do by identifying and promoting worthwhile and feasible projects and, once these projects are up and running, by careful monitoring and evaluation of their contribution to sustainable and holistic local economic development.

Dedicated Management In many instances, these agencies will have a mammoth task of turning around the economic fortunes of our local areas. It is clear that unless these agencies are managed by qualified, competent and dedicated professionals, they will have little chance of succeeding in what they set out to do in our municipalities. Our appeal is therefore to all municipal councils concerned to ensure that only such individuals are considered for these positions.

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This focus on appropriate capacity now permeates everything we do in local government. This is one of the pillars of the Back to Basics programme we are implementing in all the province’s municipalities by decree of the national Ministry of Cogta. Qualified, competent and dedicated management is indeed one of the ‘basics’ we are striving to impart on every aspect of local governance and local economic development is no exception.

Our country competes in a global and increasingly integrated world economy whose threats must be minimised and whose opportunities must be exploited.

Locally owned appropriate solutions and strategies must emerge to support national frameworks in both rural and urban local spaces and should promote sustainable development. This is what the district development agencies will seek to achieve.

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UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO SANITATION IS WITHIN REACH After the end of apartheid, our democratically elected

government inherited enormous backlogs with respect to access to water supply and sanitation. In 1994, about 15 million South Africans were without safe water supply and over 20 million lacked adequate toilets. Our government made a strong commitment to high service standards and to high levels of investment to achieve those standards.

Both of these policies are now, twenty years on, paying their dividends.

Even as the pre-1994 levels of neglect and the shocking state of basic infrastructure are now a thing of the past, our critics often charge that this government has made far more headway in the provision of water than sanitation.

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Statistically, this is partly true, mainly due to the greater technical complexity associated with the latter. Even as we battle to make a dent on the backlogs, we are simultaneously expected to provide sanitation services to an ever expanding population.

Leading by example President Jacob Zuma has on many occasions lavished praise on a number of KwaZulu-Natal municipalities including iLembe, uMzinyathi and Zululand districts for, among other things, their on time and on budget expenditure of municipal infrastructure grants. All of these district municipalities have been leading by example in the provision of sanitation, which is one of their core functions.

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Their location in a former homeland means that the level of backlogs and neglect they have had to contend with since 1994 has been truly overwhelming.

Likewise, the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has consistently exceeded its service delivery targets for sanitation.

For example, the target we set for ourselves for 2013/2014 was 29,100 households to be provided with a sanitation facility whereas the actual delivery for the year which ended on 31 March 2014 was 33,775 households for this service.

As a result of our efforts and the efforts of many district municipalities, 21 municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal now enjoy access to sanitation in excess of 90% and our province as a whole is poised for universal access

to sanitation in the near future. This progress is now unstoppable. What propels us is not merely the mundane, day-to-day delivery of basic infrastructure but also the encouragement we receive from those of our successes that receive international recognition.

In May last year it was announced that eThekwini’s Water and Sanitation Department won the Stockholm Industry Water Award “for its transformative and inclusive approach”, calling it “one of the most progressive utilities in the world”. The city has connected 1.3 million additional people to piped water and provided 700,000 with access to sanitation in the past 14 years. The eThekwini Metro was also South Africa’s first municipality to put free basic water for the poor into practice.

Our government has also resolved to tackle public service delivery challenges across the country by committing to start and complete at least one hundred of local infrastructure projects, mainly in water and sanitation, every twelve months. The government has also extended support to municipalities for the eradi-ation of the bucket system throughout the country and to do away with the remaining open toilets. The fact that these challenges receive attention from the highest offices of the land suggests that their resolution is a top priority.

Protecting Human Health Water and sanitation are a key component of social and economic development. These services are essential to protect community health by limiting the transmission of infectious diseases. Clean water and sanitation also help maintain a hygienic home environment. But decent sanitation impacts on our people’s lives well beyond matters of community health, disease control and basic hygiene. Access to sanitation contributes significantly to the human dignity of our people.

We all know that apartheid sought to destroy the dignity of black people through the most degrading lack of basic sanitation services in general and the dehumanising bucket toilet system in particular. Our

government has recognised the need to right this wrong based on our collective South African experience but the need to address the lack of proper sanitation has been acknowledged even globally – by the United Nations General Assembly, no less, which has explicitly affirmed the human right to clean drinking water and adequate sanitation.

The national Department of Water Affairs – now Water Affairs and Sanitation - has similarly recognised the importance of water, sanitation and hygiene for social development. The change in name reflects the increased scope of the department’s responsibilities.

The department recently estimated that an amount of R44.75 billion is required for the provision of basic services and infrastructure upgrades. Unfortunately, only a small fraction in total grants to municipalities has been allocated specifically for sanitation.

Effectively Delivering Services Challenges in the spending of these grants are often cited as the reason but it is the district municipalities such as iLembe, uMzinyathi and Zululand as well as the metros like eThekwini that are bucking this trend. Their success owes to speeding up infrastructure projects, raising awareness among people and capacity building to effectively deliver basic public services. On the ground, this strategy is complemented by a strong monitoring and tracking system which allows investments to be directed towards the most vulnerable sections of society.

Our policy on sanitation now aims to replicate these successes across the board. In the spirit of cooperative governance, it outlines the roles of the various stakeholders - municipalities, provincial governments, various branches of national government - and establishes co-ordination and monitoring mechanisms. With additional infrastructure grants now allocated to municipalities through special projects to finance investments in sanitation, we would be hard pressed not to deliver this basic service to all our people in the foreseeable future.

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overview of KWAZULU-NATAL Meeting the demands of a Global World

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ne of nine South African provinces, KwaZulu-Natal is a prosperous and vibrant region having an advantageous location, abundant resources, effective infrastructure, stable governance, a thriving economy and an excellent lifestyle.

Location Of major significance to the success of the region is KwaZulu-Natal’s position on the eastern coast of South Africa on the Indian Ocean seaboard. The two ports of Durban and Richards Bay are both located on world trade routes with excellent shipping links to major global markets.

KwaZulu-Natal’s well-developed infrastructure includes roads, railways and telecommunications, a sophisticated commercial and financial business structure, complemented by a full spectrum of professional services.

To meet the growing demands of a competitive global world, recent flagship projects in the province include the King Shaka International Airport and Dube TradePort, which have been constructed north of the city. The Dube TradePort has been declared as an Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), which is the first step to having this area declared as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ). A key objective is to ensure that a multi-modal service is provided to supply potential investors with sea, air, road, and rail and pipeline connectivity.

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Dube TradePort includes an agricultural zone, perishables facility, inter-modal freight transfer facility and other commercial and retail opportunities as well as a cyber zone. A wide range of business opportunities emanate from this development, including the direct export of fresh produce, motor components, electronics, clothing and textiles. Linkages with the Dube TradePort and the availability of agricultural land will pose significant growth opportunities to the agricultural sector.

The Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RIBDZ) is also set to become a SEZ. The RIBDZ has completed its master plan to guide the most efficient development and servicing of its existing land parcels and to acquire new strategically located land. This IDZ provides the province with an ideal platform to maximise opportunities related to the ocean economy, manufacturing, beneficiation, as well as new and innovative oil and gas energy options.

KwaZulu-Natal has a well-developed freeway system linking roads to national highways. Many of which are currently being upgraded to accommodate the increasing traffic and to counter congestion challenges. Future plans include improving the Durban-Free State-Gauteng logistics and transport corridor, expansion of the ports as well as lowering port tariffs.

An inland dry port at Cato Ridge is also proposed, which will be an asset to the Durban-Gauteng transport corridor.

The development of the Keystone Light Industrial and Logistics Park on the N2 Corridor between eThekwini and Msunduzi Municipality, valued at more than R6 Billion has received all its development approvals and is now moving to construction.

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Rich Resources KwaZulu-Natal’s sub-tropical climate, excellent annual rainfall and some of the most fertile land in the country makes the province the national leader in several agricultural products. Although the province covers a small portion of South Africa’s land area, a significant percentage of the country’s small-scale farmers are based here. The midlands area between Pietermaritzburg and the Drakensberg has a concentration of vegetable, dairy and stock-farms. The coastal belt yields sugar cane, wood, oranges, bananas, mangoes and other tropical fruit.

Forestry in the areas around Vryheid, Eshowe, Richmond, Harding and Ngome is another major source of income. Agriculture is a labour-intensive sector, which is especially relevant in a provincial context of high unemployment.

In order to promote growth, the identification of crops and the creation of opportunities for SMME agribusiness prospects are of importance. In particular, sugarcane and the sugar industries are perceived to have the potential

A current provincial strategy focuses on ensuring that world class events are attracted to KwaZulu-Natal, …

for growth and employment especially in rural areas.The sugar and timber industries have the capacity to provide up to 2 000 megawatts new renewable energy. In addition, the sugar industry is ready to undertake major alterations and expansions to their mills to also produce vast quantities of ethanol.

KwaZulu-Natal’s mineral sands and coal mines are a small economic sector which needs to be grown through increased beneficiation of minerals. The government is playing a vital role in encouraging the growth of smaller entrepreneurs by offering incentives to large mining companies using services and products of smaller companies at the upstream stages of the value chain.

The KwaZulu-Natal coastline has seen the recent commencement of offshore oil and gas exploration, with

seismic investigation stretching from Port Shepstone to Kosi Bay.

Maritime Industry Of note is that the maritime industry in KwaZulu-Natal straddles numerous sectors (freight and logistics, ancillary maritime support services, tourism and leisure, marine energy, and fishing, aquaculture and mariculture.

Durban boasts the largest and busiest ship repair facility on the South African coast and one of the most efficient in the southern hemisphere. The boat building and repair industry presents opportunities for economic growth and job creation, given its labour intensity, strong backward linkages to industries such as steel manufacturing, as well as skills development.

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Manufacturing After Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal’s diversified manufacturing sector is the second largest in the country with nearly a third of South Africa’s manufactured exports produced in the province. Large, globally competitive manufacturers operate in the province in industries involving automobiles and automobile parts, forestry products, petro-chemicals, food and beverages, steelworks metals as well as clothing and textiles.

The Durban South Basin is a key manufacturing and industrial zone of the city, contributing 30% of Durban’s Gross Domestic Product and providing 10% of the country’s manufacturing jobs.

KwaZulu-Natal provides nearly a third of South Africa’s plastics demands. The industry uses 150 000 tons of

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polymer a year and consists mainly of SME enterprises plastics still remain cost-effective products and a vital component in the packaging industry. The chemical industry is well developed with numerous SME enterprises along the value chain. The sectors that enjoy substantial investments into the chemical industry are paint, agricultural chemicals, plastics and synthetic resins.

In addition, new opportunities exist in the fields of renewable energy and “green” products.

Tourism The province is the market leader for domestic tourism in South Africa, as well as is number two in the country in terms of international tourism. KwaZulu-Natal has great accommodation facilities, excellent beaches, game parks with the big five and splendid mountains. Two World Heritage Sites – the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park are located in the region.

Economic Nodes The cosmopolitan city of Durban and surrounding towns form the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, which is the economic powerhouse of the Province. The GDP generated ranks eThekwini as the second largest economic centre behind Johannesburg in South Africa.

Durban’s bustling harbour has led to the pulsating city being described as the economic hub of KwaZulu-Natal and a gateway to Africa.

Durban’s showcase International Convention Centre Durban is one of eThekwini’s most successful economic catalysts. The ICC, Arena and adjacent Durban Exhibition Centre form The Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Complex, which is the core of the region’s burgeoning business tourism industry.

Durban’s central beachfront upgrade has transformed Durban’s renowned beachfront into a feature of which the city can be justly proud. The promenade provides

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kilometres of uninterrupted sea views, restaurants and other amenities to the benefit of all.

establishment of an ethanol plant in the Makhathini area, which will contribute to energy needs.

Currently, an integrated rapid public transport system is under construction in the Durban and Pinetown areas.

The project involves road and rail in order to provide for better public transport. The goal of GO!Durban is to have a positive effect on the economic structure of Durban in order to improve tourism, provide additional job opportunities and maintain sustainable development.

In Amajuba, some old coal mines are being reopened to meet South Africa’s power stations’ demand for the fuel. This will have a knock on effect of regenerating the economy of this region.

The scenic Umhlanga Ridge area is burgeoning under the rapid development of new hotels, office parks, luxury homes and apartments as well as medical facilities. The Gateway Theatre of Shopping is a huge asset to this region.

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And Further Afield The upper south coast road passes through the residential areas of Amanzimtoti, Scottburgh and Umtentweni, are showing an increase in interest by buyers and investors.

The Music City South Africa development proposed in the Ugu District, has the potential of being one of the largest game changers in the tourism sector in KwaZulu-Natal.

On the north coast Cornubia is designed to provide for KwaZulu-Natal’s largest mixed-use, mixed income, fullyintegrated human settlement.

The Sibaya node has also recently been opened for development. This new development will be made-up of residential units, an office park, hotels, conference and entertainment facilities and social amenities, such as educational institutions and recreational components.

In addition, the Blythedale Beach Development, has been revived after successfully resolving a protracted dispute between the developers and land claimants.

UThungulu District Municipality has established a renewable energy project using animal waste to produce biogas, which will contribute to addressing the energy crisis and enhance energy diversity. Substantial progress has also been made with proposals for the

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Good progress has been to establish beneficiation plants at Ngagane just south of Newcastle and Colenso.

The excellent climate allows many sport and leisure opportunities and a range of business opportunities has grown to meet the demand of these markets. A current provincial strategy focuses on ensuring that world class events are attracted to KwaZulu-Natal, which reinforces our passion for sport, art and culture. The Moses Mabhida Stadium is undeniably a defining landmark of Durban’s skyline. The stadium is not only a tourist attraction in its own right, but also the centrepiece of the King’s Park Sporting Precinct.

Growing Further The provincial government intends to further invest in development initiatives in the province which include housing, schools and health facilities. Specific projects identified are the Sani Pass upgrade, pedestrian and vehicle bridges in rural KwaZulu-Natal, a number of bulk water projects, the upgrade of the Howick central business district, the construction of a fire station in Kokstad and the creation of a smart rural village in the Zululand town of Jozini.

A major theme is that of developing synergy between the more and less developed sectors of the local economy and between the public and private sectors at provincial, district and local levels.

Public private partnerships between a focused public sector and a booming, confident private sector will deliver the best of both worlds and keep KwaZulu-Natal moving forward.

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The EThekwini Municipality

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AFRICA’S MOST CARING AND LIVEABLE CITY

D urban, situated on the eastern seaboard of Africa on the edge of the warm Indian Ocean, is a modern vibrant

cosmopolitan port city as well as a leading tourist destination.

The name Durban, which strictly speaking relates to the City of Durban, has come to be associated more broadly with the local government area officially known as the eThekwini Municipality. The eThekwini Municipal area consists of 2297 km2, of which 36% is rural and a further 29% is periurban. The municipal area stretches from Umkomaas in the south, including some tribal area in Umbumbulu, to Tongaat in the north, moving inland to Ndwedwe, and ends at Cato Ridge in the west.

The eThekwini Municipality is widely recognised as one of South Africa’s most competent metropolitan-level local authorities. Central to its success is the emphasis that the eThekwini Municipality has placed on the role of economic development and investment as key to growth.

The city has established, and maintains, world-class infrastructure to support growth.

However, eThekwini consists of a diverse society that faces various social, economic, environmental and governance challenges that include the provision of equitable access to water, sanitation, energy and transport. While significant progress has been made in all areas, there is still some distance to go towards fully addressing these many challenges.

Consequently, the improvements of the quality of life of the urban poor as well as the upliftment of rural areas surrounding Durban are central objectives in the official planning frame-

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: City Hall, Pixley KaSeme Street (previously West Street), Durban, 4001 Postal Address: PO Box 1014, Durban, 4000 Tel: +27(0)31-311-1111 / +27(0)31-311-1111 Fax: +27(0)31-311-2170

works. Interventions are aimed at facilitating access to basic services, enhancing economic livelihoods and improving the systems of governance in rural areas as well as responding to the urgent need to prioritise the regeneration of the inner city. The City prides itself on an innovation approach to development and is an active agent in developing solutions for the challenges of service delivery.

The City has recognised that the key to economic growth and job creation in the City is change in order to ensure radical economic transformation in the region. In order for eThekwini Municipality to become a Smart City and to drive innovation, the Municipality has partnered with various stakeholders to provide solutions to challenges faced by the City.

The leadership of eThekwini Municipality acknowledges the valuable contribution by women not only in the home environment but in the economic growth and development of our country. As such a number of programmes have been established to empower women with business skills. These ensure that women are engaged in economic activity and that women owned small, medium and micro enterprises are able to position themselves for big business opportunities.

The programmes include women empowerment conferences, construction and maritime sector programmes that provide training and mentorship, as well as fashion development programmes where well-known local and international fashion designers share a platform showcasing their exclusive collections and expertise.

Apart from these, the Municipality works closely with many women’s groups to ensure that their needs as stakeholders are known and addressed through a variety of Council programmes. These assist in sharing of information which will assist women to position themselves for opportunities in building the local economy.

Head of Communications: Ms Tozi Mthethwa E-mail: tozi.mthethwa@durban.gov.za Websites: http://www.durban.gov.za

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The WOMEN LEADERS IN ETHEKWINI Municipality

Cllr N Shabalala (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr F Peer (Exco)

Cllr N T Cele (Exco)

Cllr Z Gumede (Exco)

Cllr B Mtshali (Exco)

“…you can’t raise the standard of women’s morals by raising their pay envelope. It lies deeper than that…”

“…any time women come together with a collective intention, it’s a powerful thing…”

“…I believe women still face a glass ceiling that must be shattered…”

“... in local government is crucial for us as councillors to remember that our leadership has a purpose and that purpose is to accomplish tasks ...”

“…local government has taught me that united as women councillors we stand and disintegrated we fall…”

Cllr L N Ndlovu “... we must have a tremendous commitment to the vision to the point that our desire for results encourage our constituencies to throw their weight behind us ...”

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Cllr S M Mchunu

Cllr J Naidoo

Cllr M Coen

Cllr K Mthembu

“... in local government with good planning we could make elusive dreams come true ...”

“…all municipalities should get a clean audit opinion from the AG…it can be done…”

“... in local government I have learnt that we must understand the needs of those who would be affected by our leadership ...”

“…it is all in our hands as women councillors…we set the agenda at our homes we must do so in our areas of work…”

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Cllr K Pillay

Cllr D H Goge

Cllr G Noyce

“…South Africa need diligent and visionary women…”

“…as women councillors we declare war on poor service delivery…”

“…the higher the better. It’s more about an attitude. High heels empower women in a way…”

Cllr J Mbongwa

Cllr M Mngadi

Cllr N J Makhanya -Sibiya

Cllr N Shabalala

Cllr A Mthembu

“…I am my own woman…”

“…as women we are blessed with endurance and resilience…”

“…women are women, and hurray for that…”

“…you strike a woman you strike a rock…”

“...people first and politicking latter…”

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Cllr H Biyela

Cllr L Naidoo “…nothing will stand on our way to change lives of our people…”

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“…men and women have strengths that complement each other we then use that to turn around local government…”

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“eThekwini will enjoy the reputation of being Africa’s most caring and liveable City, where all citizens live in harmony.”

Cllr L Mhlongo

Cllr L Singh

Cllr M Johnson

Cllr M J Ntshangase

Cllr M Zuma

“…leadership is not about leading people only, but working with them to conceive solutions that talk to social problems…”

“… our mission is clear as women councillors…we want to put South Africa on the world map…”

“…dead wood should be rooted out of local government if we are serious about turning it around…”

“...in my years as a women councillor I have come to realise that the future of local government is in our hands…”

“…local government has inspired me to go out there and empower women…”

Cllr N Nyanisa

Cllr P Luthuli

Cllr P Zungu

Cllr P Hlengwa

Cllr Q M Magwaza

“…I think women have come a very, very long way, but they have a long way to go in local government…”

“…let the concept of Ubuntu guide us in everything we do in local government…”

“…it is not all doom and gloom in local government and we will make it work…”

“…when it comes to poverty alleviation let us think out of the box and be innovative…”

“…women think with their whole bodies and they see things as a whole more than men do…”

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Cllr B Fortein

Cllr N B Ntshangase

Cllr N Langa

Cllr N Chamane

Cllr N Mthembu

“…we must not be preoccupied by our political affiliations but about the welfare of our people…”

“…as a woman councillor I have learnt that it is of paramount importance to serve everyone in the community…”

“…glory to the women who marched to the union buildings in 1956 for they laid the foundation we are building on today and we must not fail them…”

“...I wish the world was run by women. Women who have given birth and know the value of their creation…”

“…let us live up to our ideals of human rights and human dignity if we want local government to work for our people…”

Cllr N P Shembe

Cllr N Mthembu

Cllr N Mkhize

Cllr N Cele

Cllr N Ndlela

“…we are determined as women to take this country to new heights…”

“... our people out there are waiting and they do not need promises any more ...”

“…we cannot rest while the rural areas are still characterised by underdevelopment…”

“…all hands on deck for a poverty free and prosperous South Africa…”

“…let us first be the change that we want to see in local government…”

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“…growing its economy and meeting people’s needs so that all citizens enjoy a high quality of life with equal opportunities, in a city that they are truly proud of.”

Cllr S Govender

Cllr N Graham

Cllr Y Young

Cllr S Hoosen

Cllr S Asbury

“…it has been an opening experience to be a woman councillor. Every woman is an example to me, because as women we go through so much pain…”

“... as captains of local government we must not follow where the path may lead but we must instead go where there is no path and leave a trail ...”

“...if our male counterparts can do it nothing will stop us…”

“…women should desist from accepting the inferior status they are assigned…”

“…our communities are responsible for us to be who we are so we must reciprocate by attending to their needs at all times…”

Cllr Z R Sokhabase

Cllr T Nzuza

Cllr S Nkontwana-Ngcobo

Cllr N Mabaso

“…women like myself, women councillors, can pave the way for more women to get to the top…”

“…we should always bear in mind that we are women and endowed with divine ability to care and nurture…”

“…experience has told me that this sphere of government is a bumpy ride but we will soldier on…”

“... in local government I have noticed that as leaders it is important to understand people and involve them to help us do our work ...”

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Cllr S Morar “…as a woman councillor you should develop a thick skin to unconstructive criticism unfairly levelled at you…”

Cllr S Nhlapho

Cllr MC Mnyandu

Cllr P Mthethwa

Cllr B D Pinsloo

Cllr B Mtshali

“…it is a man’s world indeed but it would be nothing without a woman or a girl…”

“... it is our responsibility to change municipalities that are dreamless, soulless and visionless ...”

“... the first responsibility of us as councillors is to define reality.

The last is to say thank you to the people who have given us the honour to serve them in local government ...”

“... leadership is about positive action and in local government I have discovered that if we are less preoccupied about positions we are likely to achieve a lot ...”

“... I never thought that local government Is this important until I became a councillor. It should be all shoulders on the wheel to make it work ...”

Cllr R Gokool

Cllr H Cele

Cllr T J Gumede

Cllr Z S Ndzoyiya

Cllr D Hoorzuk

“... in local government we must be practical and talk the language our people would find easy to comprehend ...”

“... our people need to be led not driven ...”

“…I dream of a responsive and corruption free local government…”

“... the example we set determines the actions of our people ...”

“... we must lead and inspire people and never try to manipulate people ...”

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“eThekwini is the largest City in the KwaZulu-Natal province and the third largest city in the country.”

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Cllr P S Sishange

Cllr N Gumede

Cllr M N Bhengu

“... having people at heart conquers underdevelopment and corruption ...”

“... we must make Local Government work for our people ...”

“...Our responsibility is to get those who elected us from where they are to where they should be...”

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The AMAJUBA District MUNICIPALITy

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Addressing Challenges

Amajuba District Municipality is situated within the north western corner of KwaZulu-Natal. The District’s local municipalities consist of Dannhauser, Newcastle, and eMadlangeni.

Amajuba District Municipality is well connected and enjoys a relatively high level of accessibility within its spatial and economic functional region.

The District is predominantly rural and dominated by extensive commercial farmlands. The moderate climate, readily available water and high to moderate potential soils ensure the success of the agricultural sector.

Agricultural activities include subsistence farming, forestry, game, cattle, sheep, wheat, soya and, maize.

The District is the most important wool producing area in KwaZulu-Natal.

Newcastle Local Municipality, with its agricultural and industrial development, as well as trade forms an important hub for the Amajuba District Municipality.

Newcastle accounts for 73% of the total Amajuba District population. Newcastle Municipality prides itself on the achievements that have been made in the past 20 years, successful projects include; eco parks and an outdoor gym, the Clifford Manana Bridge (Asiphephe), KwaMathukuza housing projects, and the eTheku mall.

Dannhauser Local Municipality is the smallest municipality within the district and is named after an old farming family that lived in the area. Dannhauser functions as a small rural service centre (providing commercial and service facilities as well as agricultural industries and business

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support). It is not a large employment generator. Residents of the municipal area rely on the larger urban centres of Dundee and Newcastle for employment opportunities and higher order goods and services, which is another contributing factor in terms of the District’s growth as well.

The eMadlangeni Local Municipality consists of a vast rural area when compared to other municipalities in the District but has a low percentage of economic activity.

The town of Utrecht nestles in the foothills of Balele Mountains. A unique feature of the town is that it lies within the confines of the Balele Community Game Park and the Utrecht Community Game Farm, and it is not unusual to find animals frequenting the outskirts of the town, parks and gardens. This initiative by the local Town Council in conjunction with Balele Conservancy and motivated by individual residents in the District, has brought about a shift in the town’s focus from industry to tourism.

The District supports individual and community initiatives relating to the development and rights of women, and directs them to benefit the area as a whole. Programmes which are explicitly designed to promote employment and income-promoting outcomes for women are stressed.

Significant progress has been achieved in Amajuba District Municipality thus far to address challenges relating to enhanced demographic representation, skills development and women empowerment. There are women representatives in the top management of the District Municipality. At the senior and middle management level, however, the District Municipality has achieved beyond the requirements and has employed more than 95% of the designated group at this level.

Physical Address: B9356 Amajuba Building, Madadeni, 2951

Head of Communication: Mr Sbonelo Cebekhulu

Postal Address: Private Bag 6615, Newcastle, 2940

Website: http://.www.amajuba.gov.za

E-mail: sboneloc@amajuba.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)34-329-7200 Fax: +27(0)34-314-3785

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WOMEN LEADERS IN the AMAJUBA District Municipality we will be a leading and pioneering District characterised by sustainable development and quality Cllr J MaMkhwanazi (Mayor)

Cllr T M J Mhlongo

Cllr M I Mthethwa

“…great to be a part of delivering services to communities …”

“…wonderful and challenging at times …”

“… I enjoy working with the community very much …”

Cllr Nomgqibelo Majola

Cllr N A Msibi

Inkosi S Shabalala

“… hard work is required as it is very tough but I enjoyed it …”

“…been wonderful and challenges in certain places…”

“…hard at times but a pleasure to serve my community …”

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AMAJUBA DISTRICT: WOMEN LEADERS IN newcastle LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr R N Mdluli (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr H N Mkhwanazi

Cllr L G Thwala

“... I enjoy training and equiping the community I serve....”

“…wonderful and enjoyed it very much and hard at times to work with community…”

“… very hectic and you never sleep as it demands dedication and patience…”

Cllr F P Gama

Cllr D R F Buthelezi

Cllr C L Nhlapho

Cllr D M Sibilwane

“…it’s hard but we are used to work and enjoy it …”

“…it has been wonderful and learned a lot…”

“… I have worked as a councillor for 10 years and enjoyed it very much …”

“…tough but worth it and demands a lot of hard work …”

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Cllr F M Mamba

Cllr S M Thwala

Cllr C B Kubeka

“…loved it learned a lot about hard work and community needs…”

“…it’s been a learning journey, and my community as well has gained a lot…”

“…challenging but worth it …”

Cllr N J Ngobese “…my community love me and support me. I appreciate this and am happy with them…”

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AMAJUBA DISTRICT: WOMEN LEADERS IN dannhauser LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr J C N Khumalo (Mayor)

Cllr M P Sithole

Cllr T A Chonco

“…challenging especially for women, but as women we are always strong …”

“…hard at times but we are able to work efficiently…”

“…the MEC has really supported us, which has made our work easier…”

Cllr A N Radebe

Cllr P P Nene

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Cllr N J Mhlungu

Cllr S N Ndlovu

Cllr M B Shabalala

“…hard at times but we are able to work efficiently…”

By 2021, Dannhauser Municipality will be financially viable to the extent allowing for provision of all municipal basic services, supported by its transformed staff establishment; a viable economy; attractive living environment, reasonable job opportunities and agricultural development which all creates a better life for all Dannhauser citizens.

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Cllr B M Phenyane “…great to work with the community…”

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Enhancing human dignity

Harry Gwala District Municipality includes the southern most part of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg National Park adjacent to Lesotho and borders the Eastern Cape Province in the west. Five local municipalities are located within the District boundaries, namely: Ingwe, Umzimkhulu, Ubuhlebezwe, Kwa Sani and Greater Kokstad.

Harry Gwala District Municipality is well endowed with natural resources and has vast potential for the development of its foremost economic sectors namely agriculture and tourism. Harry Gwala District has excellent agro-ecological potential due to its good quality soils, high altitude and abundant water. Commercial farms and to a large extent commercial plantations form the bedrock of the economy of the region. The relatively unspoilt natural environment has high ecotourism and adventure tourism potential. The status of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg as a World Heritage Site brings local and foreign tourists to this mountain area, which has growth potential.

The District is coordinating a number of Local Economic Development programmes together with various sector departments to assist in trying to push back the frontiers of poverty and to address the needs of women and youth. Resources and funding for a number of women owned co-operatives have been provided in order to enhance women empowerment.

The town of Kokstad in the Greater Kokstad Municipality serves as the service centre and commercial hub for

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 39(a) Margaret Street, Ixopo, 3276 Postal Address: Private Bag X501, Ixopo, 3276 Tel: +27(0)39-834-8600/8700 +27(0)39-834-8707

most of East Griqualand and much of the Eastern Cape.

This location has tremendous potential for the town to strengthen its commercial sector, build small and micro enterprises and promote Local Economic Development strategies. The town is located on the main transport arterial linking KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape.

Ingwe Local Municipality includes towns such as Creighton, Bulwer and Donnybrook. Ingonyama Trust land makes up a large proportion of the municipality and includes a number of tribal authorities’ areas of administration.

Kwa Sani Local Municipality is strategically placed at the foothills of the southern Drakensberg, bordering the World Heritage Site. The core economies are agriculture and tourism, with some small businesses and retail traders in the Underberg CBD. Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality is well located from a regional perspective within southern KwaZulu-Natal between Pietermaritzburg, Kokstad and the Eastern Cape. Ixopo is located on the cross-roads linking Pietermaritzburg and the Eastern Cape and Highflats and the coastal towns with the Drakensberg. The farmers market in Ixopo provides an outlet for fresh produce and other items including art and craft providing a much needed income earning opportunity.

The uMzimkhulu Local Municipality is the most populated of the Harry Gwala municipalities, accounting for 39% of the district’s population. The local municipality has a predominantly rural agricultural population. The majority of rural households have direct access to land for both homestead garden and larger scale crop production.

Communications Manager: Mr Ndabezitha Tenza E-mail: tenzan@harrygwala.gov.za Website: http://www.harrygwaladm.gov.za

Fax: +27(0)39-834-1750

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WOMEN Leaders in the Harry Gwala District Municipality

Cllr N Maphasa-Duma

Cllr Z L Miya

Cllr S B Bhengu

Cllr N B Mngadi

By 2030 Harry Gwala District Municipality will be a leading water services provider in the KZN Province with its communities benefitting from a vibrant agriculture and tourism sector.

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Harry Gwala DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders in kwa sani LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr V P Majozi

Cllr E Z Radebe

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Cllr P R Crawley

Cllr P N Mncwabe

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Cllr N P Luzulane (Mayor)

Cllr A N Dlamini

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Cllr B C Mncwabe

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Cllr Z P Mkhize

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Harry Gwala DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders in greater kokstad LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr N Jojozi (Mayor)

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Cllr N T Mqikela

Cllr M N Dlakavu

Harry Gwala DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN umzimkhulu LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr L S Mgilane

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Cllr Buyisiwe Majola

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Harry Gwala DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN umzimkhulu LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr L N Gumede

Cllr N P Bawana

Cllr N P Kolobeni

Cllr L B Cira

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Cllr S M Lefose

Cllr I M Swaartbooi

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Cllr B Sibeni

Cllr P B Kleinbooi

Cllr P Madzibe

Cllr A Sondzaba

Cllr P Z Jila-jila

Cllr G D Peter

Cllr N V Sikosana

Cllr F F Nene

Cllr A B Radebe

Cllr P N Damoyi

Cllr N C Langa

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Cllr J S Msiya

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Harry Gwala DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN ubuhlebezwe LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr G P Nzimande

Cllr E T Shoba

Cllr T P Dlamini

Cllr Z C khumalo

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The iLembe District MUNICIPALITy

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Growth is inevitable The iLembeDistrict Municipality, is proof that with the right value system and progressive thinking in place, and with solid leadership and entrepreneurship at the core, anything is possible…and growth is inevitable.

The iLembe District Municipality consists of the following local municipalities: KwaDukuza, Mandeni, Maphumulo and Ndwedwe.

Situated on the east coast of KwaZulu-Natal, the iLembe District Municipality is set to become a major economic hub in the Province. The N2 national highway running from Durban up through Richards Bay to Swaziland and Mozambique dissects the District. The newly developed King Shaka International Airport and Dube TradePort are pivotal to the District’s future success.

The diverse culture of this region has been shaped by people from three continents; Africa, India, and Europe, offering a unique vibrancy to the municipality. Three distinct development zones exist: the coastal strip with its residential, services and tourism components; the inland corridor, which is influenced by the existence of major commercial agricultural activities, and the rural hinterland.

The excellent climate with lots of sunshine and plentiful rain allows for a variety of year round agricultural activities. Sugar cane farming has been the dominant agricultural business, supporting agricultural activities include forestry, fruit and vegetable farming, tunnel farming, and fresh cut flowers.

The KwaDukuza Local Municipality area of jurisdiction covers 623 km2, and stretches along 50 km of coast from the uThongathi River in the south to the Zinkwazi River in the north and is 14km in width. The town of KwaDukuza

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(Stanger) takes its name from its early history, when it was the site of Dukuza, a settlement of King Shaka. A variety of clustered and ad hoc settlements as well as small towns exist, which are linked with a well-developed network of roads and rail infrastructure.

Mandeni Local Municipality is strategically located midway between Durban and Richards Bay, and lies on the development corridor on the North Coast between these two major port cities in KwaZulu-Natal. It is located on the main railway and road transportation routes which link these two economic hubs in KwaZulu-Natal. The municipality is strategically located to provide service and derive economic benefits from these economic hubs.

Isithebe Industrial Estate continues to be an effective manufacturing hub, offering cost-effective production space to prospective investors.

The most distinguishable characteristic of the Maphumulo Local Municipality is its predominantly rural character, comprising mostly tribal land (99.49%) which is administered by the Ingonyama Trust. Sugar cane cultivation is the main economic activity and land use in the municipality.

Subsistence agricultural activities in the form of small cropping areas attached to traditional family units dominate land usage.

Ndwedwe Local Municipality lies parallel with, and approximately 20 km inland from, the KwaZulu-Natal coast. The municipality extends over 1 076 km2 and consists mainly of poor black communities whose livelihood depends on subsistence farming. iLembe District Municipality is committed to people’s development, building unity and a sense of belonging across racial and cultural barriers.

Head of Communications: Zee Nqala

Physical Address: iLembe House, 59/61 Mahatma Gandhi Street, KwaDukuza, 4450

E-mail: Zee.Nqala@ilembe.gov.za

Postal Address: PO Box 1788, KwaDukuza, 4450

Website: http://www.ilembe.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)32-437-9300 Fax: +27(0)86-647-7773

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WOMEN Leaders IN the iLembe District Municipality

Cllr D Shandu (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr S M Cele

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Cllr A Badul

Cllr F Govender

To be a world Class African Destination, with Services and Quality of Life for its people

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Cllr H N Ngcobo (Mayor) “…in whatever you do in local government, you need unity.

Success as a council depends on collective efforts…”

Cllr N S Ndlovu “…it’s an honour to represent my community in the council.

Women are capable of rising to any challenge in local government…”

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Cllr V C Nzama “…working in local government is a challenge but I have always enjoyed working with communities…”

Cllr J L Mpungose “…hard work always pays off and respect for all people…”

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Cllr D B Luthuli “…it’s always good to humble yourself and always tell the truth to your constituency…”

Cllr N P Nxumalo “…it’s a great responsibility to be a woman councillor and it’s well worth it…”

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iLembe DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN mandeni LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Cllr M P Zungu (Speaker)

Cllr M S Mdunge

Cllr C T Khumalo

Cllr Z M Mhlongo

Cllr N Reddy

Cllr N F Ntuli

Cllr K Naidoo

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Cllr G N Zungu

Cllr P M Sishi

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iLembe DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN kwadukuza LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr J A Vallan

Cllr R N Pakkies

Cllr C N Xulu

Cllr N G Mthethwa

Cllr S P Luthuli

Cllr M S Mhlongo

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Cllr W M Lutuli

Cllr T N Khumalo

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Cllr M Busani

Cllr F Nkhozi

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Cllr N Blose

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Cllr Z S Thoolsi

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For the benefit of all

Ugu

District Municipality boasting a coastline of 112 kilometres, is characterised by unspoiled sub-tropical bushland and forest, lazy beaches, small rural villages, extensive coastal sugar plantations, major industrial complexes, as well as the buzz of its coastal towns which include Port Shepstone, Pennington, Margate and Scottburgh.

The modern N2 highway runs through Ugu parallel to the sea, passing Port Shepstone, the seat of the District and the main commercial centre. The highway serves as both a link and gateway to the neighbouring Eastern Cape and in the opposite direction to Durban and Johannesburg.

The Ugu District Municipality consists of the following six local municipalities: Ezinqoleni, Hibiscus Coast, Umdoni, Umuziwabantu, Umzumbe and Vulamehlo.

The Hibiscus Coast Municipality is the most concentrated economic hub within the Ugu District Municipality. The main features of the economy are tourism and agriculture with some manufacturing centred around Port Shepstone.

The Ezinqoleni Local Municipality covers approximately 649 km2. It is the smallest of the district municipalities, and has its offices in the Izingolweni settlement, which is some 40 kilometres west of Port Shepstone. Its terrain is hilly, and contains extraordinary features such as the Oribi Gorge, which has potential as a tourist attraction.

Umdoni Municipality, with its base in Scottburgh, covers an area of 236 km2. Scottburgh located on the mid-south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, is considered an important commercial and service centre. The economy of the town

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is based on tourism, commerce, industry, agriculture and government offices. Scottburgh has a well-developed infrastructure system, providing service to a sound commercial sector and a middle to upper class residential component.

The Vulamehlo Local Municipality is predominantly tribal with common tribal land patterns. There are, however, also a few scattered pockets of privately owned land throughout the municipal area. The dispersed, low-density settlement pattern, makes the provision of physical and social infrastructure (roads, water, electricity, clinics, schools, and police stations), and the costs of installation, maintaining and operating the infrastructure very high.

Umuziwabantu Local Municipality consists of a largely rural area. Features include; an urban development - the town of Harding, farmland, commercially-grown forests and Traditional Authority areas. Apart from the town of Harding, which is the seat of the municipality, 56% of the municipal area is occupied by individually-owned commercial farms and the Weza afforestation region.

The Local Municipality of Umzumbe extends along the coast for a short stretch between Mtwalume and Hibberdene, and then balloons out into the hinterland for some 60 kilometres. It covers a vast, largely rural area of some 1 182.7 km2. Only 1% of the municipality is built up (semi-urban). The rural hinterland incorporates 17 traditional authority areas.

Ugu District will continue to implement water and sanitation programmes, and also play a pivotal role in fulfilling its mandate through the application of well co-ordinated service delivery approaches. This will ensure that public members receive a better life for the benefit of all.

Physical Address: 28 Connor Street, Port Shepstone, 4240

Head of Communications: France Zama

Postal Address: PO Box 33, Port Shepstone, 4240

Website: http://www.ugu.gov.za

Email: france.zama@ugu.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)39-688-5700/2 Fax: +27(0)39-682-1720

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WOMEN LEADERS IN the Ugu District Municipality

We enjoy implementing and abiding to Batho Pele Cllr N H Gumede (Mayor)

Cllr S M Mahomed

Cllr V L Ntanza

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Cllr T N Dzingwa

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Ugu DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders in ezinqoleni LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr T M Cele

Cllr B C Mzobe

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Cllr H P Mbhatha

Cllr P H Mthiyane

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Cllr NP Mpanza (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr T P Phetha

Cllr T Muthwa

Cllr B C Mqadi

Cllr DM Hlengwa

Cllr N R Dlamini

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Cllr D Hlengwa

Cllr B G Myeza

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Cllr G H Myende

Cllr L N Myende

Working together in contributing to Job Creation and Economic Viability through sustained Local Economic Development to ensure the well-being of our community in A eco-friendly environment.

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Ugu DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders in umuziwabantu LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr M B Gavu

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Ugu DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders in umzumbe LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr M P Shozi

Cllr S N Caluza

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Cllr T M Mbayi

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Cllr P A Hlongwa

Cllr T S Khuzwayo

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Cllr L Zungu

Cllr N Y Mweshe

By 2030 Umzumbe will be economically viable, enjoying tourism, heritage and agri-cultural benefits.

Cllr B N Shozi

Cllr C L Shezi

Cllr D Z Shozi

Cllr I B Mbhele

Cllr J P Mtambo

Cllr Y L Duma

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Cllr N C P Mqwebu (Mayor)

Cllr N E Duma

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Cllr L D Majola

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Cllr H N Nyawose

Cllr G P N Ciyi

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Cllr S Nkomo

Cllr D C Maresia

Cllr N A Madlala

Cllr M T Lubanyana

Cllr B E Machi

Cllr N Nyukela

Cllr N F Shusha

It’s our mission to provide quality drinking water and access to sanitation. Create an enabling environment for social and economic development. Ensure community participation and coordinate public private players.

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A RICH NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

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he uMgungundlovu District Municipality is the second largest municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, and includes the capital city of the Province, Pietermaritzburg. The District comprises seven local municipalities: Impendle, Mkhambathini, Mooi Mpofana, Msunduzi, Richmond, uMngeni, and uMshwathi.

The District has a rich and complex natural environment with numerous resources, including traditional farmland communities, informal rural settlements and upmarket urban areas. An efficient network of roads and railways links the rural areas with urban centres with the N3 national road offering substantial opportunity for development.

The Msunduzi Municipality is centred on the city of Pietermaritzburg which is the seat of the District Municipality. Pietermaritzburg, the second largest city within KwaZulu-Natal and the eighth largest city in South Africa, is poised for significant growth in the coming years.

Based in Wartburg/New Hanover, the uMshwathi Local Municipality is the largest of the seven municipalities, comprising almost 2 000 km2. The area has good rainfall, fertile soils and a temperate climate which results in the municipality contributing 40% of the total sugar cane and maize production of uMgungundlovu. The Albert Falls and Nagle Dams offer tourism and agriculture opportunities, with leisure activities including bass fishing, canoeing, kayaking and rowing attractions for locals and visitors.

With its municipal seat at Howick, uMngeni Municipality presents a mix of manufacturing enterprises, leisure

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facilities and a burgeoning agricultural sector. Howick Falls, Karkloof Falls and Midmar Dam are all tourism attractions, and the Midlands Meander is arguably the most successful tourism initiative in South Africa. The area lends itself to beef and dairy farming, timber production and the cultivation of vegetables.

The administrative centre of Mooi Mpofana Local Municipality is the bustling town of Mooi River, which takes its name from the Mooirivier (pretty river) and Little Mooi tributary. The population/area ratio is the lowest in the District, emphasizing the viability of agricultural crops such as maize, wheat, beans, peas and potatoes. Cattle and sheep are farmed extensively, and the area boasts some of South Africa’s best racehorse stud farms.

The Impendle Local Municipality borders on the majestic Drakensberg mountain range which highlights the potential for ecologically sustainable tourism enterprises, particularly those focused on indigenous rock art, prolific bird life and fly-fishing. Community based craft endeavours and emerging micro enterprises point to the future.

Named after the largest town in the area, Richmond Local Municipality is synonymous with both timber and wood products. The majority of the population resides in areas that are predominantly rural and characterised by low levels of basic services and facilities and substantial unemployment.

Based in Camperdown, the Mkhambathini Local Municipality has several comparative advantages. It is well located in relation to Durban and Pietermaritzburg and adjoins Cato Ridge, a potential industrial node. The N3, which is identified in the Spatial Growth and Development Strategy as a Provincial Corridor, east west through the central part of the municipal area.

Physical Address: 242 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

Head of Communications: Mbali Ndlovu

Postal Address: PO Box 3235, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Websites: http://www.umdm.gov.za

E-mail: mwandlam@umdm.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)33-897-6700 Fax: +27(0)33-342-5502

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WOMEN Leaders IN the UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

Cllr E Z Ntombela

Cllr N C Mabhida “... local government needs leaders who lead by example...”

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UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN MSUNDUZI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr N J Zungu

Cllr T I Dlamini

“... in local government as women councillors we must be great simplifiers, who can cut through argument, debate, and doubt to offer a solution everybody can understand ...”

“... I enjoy working hard for the community I serve ...”

Cllr S C Gwala

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Cllr J M Lawrence

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Cllr P Sithole

Cllr L C Ngcobo

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Cllr M Schalkwyk

Cllr N B Ahmed

We will evolve into a dynamic metropolitan municipality, spreading its vibrant economic benefits to all its citizens and places and will, through concerted integrated development and service delivery.

Cllr P N Msimang

Cllr P N Dlamini

Cllr N F Gumede

Cllr R Soobiah

Cllr T P Ngcobo

Cllr D Buthelezi

Cllr F N Mbatha

Cllr B C Sokhela

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Cllr R B Singh

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UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN UMNGENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr M P Myeni (Mayor)

Cllr F T Cele

“... all women councilors should be the change they want to see in local government ...”

“... the discontent of our people is more dangerous to local government than any super power declaring war on our country ...”

Cllr T P Mchunu “... women councillors sometimes have to work twice as hard as their male counterparts to be considered on the same level ...”

Cllr M Grueneberg

Cllr G T Dlamini

Cllr J E Holmes

Cllr F G Mthembu

Cllr T A Duggan

“... in this game of local government you have to look at leadership through the eyes of the followers and you have to live the message ...”

“... as women councillors if we have a sense of purpose and a sense of direction, I believe our people will believe in us and subscribe to our leadership ...”

“... to be a woman councilor is a mammoth task. You must think like a man, act like a lady, look like a young girl, and work like a horse ...”

“... as women councilors we have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that we meet it with courage and with the best that we have to give ...”

“... our secret as women councilors lies in the tests we have faced over the entire course of our lives and the habit of action we develop in meeting those tests ...”

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Cllr H P Ndlela

Cllr T D Nxele

Cllr S K Pillay

“... I know what I am worth , so trust me when I say I’m not afraid to be a women councillor ...”

“... never underestimate the strength and the power of a woman in local government.

Women councillors can do almost anything that their male counterparts can do ...”

“... no matter how capable we are as women councillors sometimes we are not capable enough to some of our male counterparts...”

Cllr A Passmoor

Cllr L Phikwane

“... I am a woman, I am smart and fear is not part of my vocabulary ...”

“... be yourself and fight until the bitter end to those belittling you ...”

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Cllr P P Mtolo

Cllr N G Mvelase

“... as a rural woman councillor I am not interested in the possibilities of defeat because as far as I am concerned they are none existent ...”

“... say no to those who are hell bent to make you feel inferior and demonstrate to them you are more than capable of doing anything ...”

UMGUNGUNDLOVU DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN UMSHWATHI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr S Z Mbhele

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Cllr T E Maphumulo (Mayor)

Cllr M M Lembethe

“... in local government questions are sometimes important than answers ...”

“... as women councillors we not be afraid to say what we want , because sometimes that is why we happen not to get what we want because we do not say it ...”

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Cllr K R Mfokeng “... in local government you do no have to stand only for the empowerment of women but you must insist on it ...”

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Inkosi Dlamini

Cllr P Ngcobo

Cllr P Moonsamy

“... As an Inkosi who participates in local government, I have learnt that ubukhosi and local government are inseparable, they need each other ...”

“... in local government you must work hard and be available when members of the community need your help as a leader ...”

““... serving in government in this capacity has taught me that it is of paramount importance for us to produce more leaders than followers ...”

Cllr M Mapumulo

Cllr M D B Ngubo

“... local government has opened my eyes in that our municipalities are unable to create employment for scores of our people who are jobless ...”

“... I have learnt that communication with your constitutency is the hallmark of local government activism.

Poor communication could result in anarchy ...”

Cllr S A Mdlalose “... the future of local government is in our hands, at all times as women councillors we need to always bear in mind that there are people out there pinning their hopes in our leadership ...”

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Cllr T M Magubane (Mayor)

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Metro by 2030

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u khanyakude District Municipality is situated in the north-eastern region of KwaZulu-Natal. The District extends from Mtubatuba (St Lucia) in the south to Kosi Bay in the north, across to the Lubombo Mountains in the west. The District is strategically linked to the provincial markets of KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga and to the neighbouring market of Swaziland, via the N2 route. The District consists of the local municipalities of: Hlabisa, Jozini, Mtubatuba, The Big 5 False Bay, and uMhlabuyalingana.

A high proportion of the District is under thicket, grassland and wetland while remaining areas are cultivated land and settlement. Large areas of land are under communal tenure, located in the traditional authority areas under the jurisdiction of the Ingonyama Trust. The remaining areas are under state conservation or private ownership with limited formal urban areas. The uMkhanyakude District is home to the Big Five animals and offers year-round tourism experiences with mild winters and hot summers. The iSimangaliso Wetland Park stretches along the Zululand coast from Mapelane in the south to Kosi Bay in the north.

The Big 5 False Bay Municipality is surrounded by worldrenowned game and nature reserves such as St Lucia, Hluhluwe/Imfolozi and Mkuze and is strategically located along the Lubombo Spatial Development Initiative which is important for driving the local economy.

The Hlabisa Municipality is one of five Category B Municipalities within the District. The municipal area is 100% rural and consists of four traditional areas. Hlabisa is located in one of the world’s richest and diverse tourism areas.

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address:Harlingen No. 13433, Kingfisher Road, Mkuze, Kwazulu- Natal Postal Address: P.O. Box 449 Mkuze, 3965

Jozini Municipality is a small business centre situated close to the impressive Pongolapoort Dam, known as the Jozini Dam, one of the largest in South Africa.

Drawing water from Maputaland’s Pongola River, the dam comprises a series of oxbow lakes and pans teeming with fish and bird life. This dam is designed to irrigate more than 80 000 hectares of agricultural land growing sugar cane, rice, coffee, cotton, fibre crops and various subtropical fruits. Supporting a massive population of fish, crocodiles and hippos, as well as the people of the area, it is an integral part of the economy of the region.

Mtubatuba Local Municipality is situated along the northern coastal belt of KwaZulu-Natal. Mtubatuba town has developed from a humble railway siding into a strong subregional commercial, service, transport and administrative centre for the entire north eastern Zululand region.

The uMhlabuyalingana Municipality consists of a number of District Management Areas (DMAs) that fall under the municipal jurisdiction of the District Municipality as well as the urban settlements of Manguzi, Mbazwana, Mseleni, Sikhamelele and Mboza. The local municipality is extremely rural with informal settlements at Mbazwana and Manguzi. uMhlabuyalingana like many other municipalities in the country, has a huge service backlog. It remains a challenge for the municipality to deliver quality services to the community within a short period of time.

The economic empowerment of women are a critical element of success for Umkhanyakude District’s efforts to achieve the targets of economic growth. Programmes emphasizing the role of women as equal partners in the economic, social and cultural development of society are being implemented.

Communication Manager: Mr Mduduzi Dlamini E-mail: info@umkhanyakude.org.za Websites: http://www.ukdm.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)35-573-8600 Fax: +27(0)35-573-1094

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WOMEN Leaders IN the Umkhanyakude District Municipality

Cllr M E Langa

Cllr F C Msweli

“...being a councillor is hard at times but needs you to grow and take on the responsibility of caring for everyone...”

“...I have gained a lot of understanding of laws of local government and the importance of service of service delivery...”

Cllr H G S Mavimbela

Cllr L V Khumalo

Let us work together in building vibrant and active communities in our region that takes keen interest in their own development

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Cllr M Z Nyawo “... we have a lot of support as councillors from our communities ...�

A municipality that provides sustainable service delivery, socio-economic development and better life for all.

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Cllr K B Madonsela

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Cllr M Nxumalo (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr B T Tembe

Cllr R Mthethwa

“... many challenges such as crime, poverty and non-delivery of services ...”

“... has been tough for me to be a leader and more responsible ...”

“...I enjoy helping the youth with sports programmes...”

Cllr R Mthembu

Cllr F Mlambo

Cllr S K Qwabe

Cllr T F Zikhali

“... there are challenges but the support has been wonderful especially from women councillors...”

“...you have to trust yourself always as women councillor...”

“... sometimes the community undermines us because we are females, but the support from the council is great...”

“...there are challenges but you have to stand firm and believe in yourself...”

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Cllr C C Gumede (Mayor) “...I want to be remembered for my faith and delivering services to my community...”

Cllr N F Bukhosini “...as a councillor you need to be close to the community and in touch with the poor...”

To improve the quality of life of local communities through service delivery by providing: infrastructure and services; equitable social and economic development; democracy and governance; and strong environmental ethos in a sustainable manner.

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Umkhanyakude DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN mtubatuba LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr A Roy (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr P N Xulu

Cllr Z W Matonsi

“... in the diverse society that we live in, unity is key to our success ...”

“... hard work and always being there for residents ...”

“... I really enjoyed working with my community ...”

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Umkhanyakude DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN the Hlabisa LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr P P Nhlenyama “... I learned a lot and gained leadership skills and how to engage my community...”

Cllr O Z Simelane

Cllr T Z Nkosi

“… I enjoy making people’s needs a priority…”

“... has been wonderful but at the same time tough with many challenges ...”

a prosperous and sustainable municipality ensuring the provision of basic services, skills, quality life and economic opportunities

Cllr Z P Ndlovu “... it has been great and I learned a lot and there was a lot of support...”

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Striving for growth

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u zinyathi District Municipality is located in the northern central area of the Province of KwaZulu-Natal. The District lies between the main N3 corridor from Durban to Gauteng and the coastal corridor, running along the east coast. uMzinyathi District Municipality consists of the local municipalities of Endumeni, Msinga, Nquthu and Umvoti.

Umzinyathi District Municipality, in conjunction with its north western neighbour Amajuba Municipality, is branded as the “custodian” of the “Battlefields region of the Zulu Kingdom”. The “Battlefields of the Zulu Kingdom” form a vital role in the spatial economy of the Province from a tourism perspective.

The strong traditional culture present is a valuable asset that provides support mechanisms for the local communities, and is a living custodian of the Zulu culture.

The pleasant climate, which only collects some frost in parts of the region in winter, allows for a choice of agricultural activities. The area has broad grasslands in the north supporting the primary agricultural sector based on cattle ranching for beef, small scale sheep and mixed farming as well as maize cultivation. In the southern areas substantial forestry is prevalent. Sugar cane and smaller scale fruit farming such as avocado and kiwi fruit cultivation also occur, with potential in the growth of maize, soybean and sugarcane.

Endumeni Local Municipality is a key administrative, educational and economic centre for northern KwaZuluNatal. Endumeni Municipality is located 360 km south east of Johannesburg and 290 km north of Durban. The area is in the Biggarsberg Valley in the foothills of the Drakensberg.

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 39 Victoria Street, 1st Floor, Princess Magogo Building, Dundee, 3000 Postal Address: PO Box 1965, Dundee, 3000

Endumeni has the smallest population but the largest economy of the local authorities in the District. It comprises the towns of Dundee, Glencoe and Wasbank, together with a number of farms. This municipality is unique, its population is predominantly urbanised or based on commercial farms and unlike the other local municipalities there is no tribal authority land. Endumeni has a diversified economy, commercial cattle farming and dairy production and is the centre of the Battlefields tourist region.

The Umvoti Local Municipality consists of urban areas, commercial agricultural areas and tribal authority areas all of which exhibit typical characteristics associated with these settlement types. The main town in the Umvoti Municipality is Greytown. It is the agricultural centre of the District and contributes substantially to the economic viability of the region.

Nquthu Local Municipality is located along the northeastern boundary of the District. It is predominantly rural in nature, with expansive rural settlements being one of the major features. The municipality is mainly accessed through the R68 linking Ulundi to Newcastle/Dundee.

Nquthu Town is a small but stable urban area that has established itself as the primary commercial, administrative and service centre for the municipality as a whole.

Msinga Local Municipality is largely located in deep gorges of the Tugela and Buffalo Rivers, isolated from the immediate surrounding municipal areas. The population dynamics result in a growing rural area and a declining urban area in Msinga, contrary to most other areas in the country. Although the area has its challenges, there are historic sites, beautiful scenery and interesting topography in some parts, suitable for cultural and eco-tourism.

Head of Communications: Jeff Hassan E-mail: rc3@umzinyathi.gov.za Websites: http://www.umzinyathi.gov.za

Tel: +27(0)34-219-1500 Fax:+27(0)34-218-1940

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WOMEN Leaders IN the uMzinyathi District Municipality

Cllr N J Mbatha (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr N C Xaba

Cllr N P Zulu

Cllr L D Ngubane

Cllr N N Khanyile

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Cllr W F N Mbatha-Makhathini

Cllr D P Ncala

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Cllr L P Mbhele

Cllr T I Makaba

uMzinyathi DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN umvoti LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr N Gimbi Masikane

Cllr N Machaba

Cllr P T Zuma

A dynamic and viable district that promotes good governance, integration and sustainable development Cllr Z Ngema

Cllr N V Ngubane

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Cllr S Dlamini

Cllr A S Shezi

Cllr T Mntungwa

“...she strives for excellence in the community she serves...”

“...she strives for excellence in the community she serves...”

“...she strives for excellence in the community she serves...”

Cllr B Brown

Cllr M N Mabaso

Cllr N C Sikhosana

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Cllr L G Mabaso

Cllr H N Cindi

Cllr B N Zondi

Cllr B P Ngcobo

Cllr V D Zondi

We are a united family of municipalities that champions service delivery through co-operative governance and public participation

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Cllr Emily Molefe (Mayor)

Cllr T Zulu

Cllr Z Sithole

Cllr C T Buthelezi

Cllr N M Zungu

Cllr L S Sangweni

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Cllr G A N Buthelezi

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Soul of the Zulu Kingdom

The uThukela District Municipality, the soul of the Zulu

Kingdom, is a region that has abundant natural resources and opportunities. The region is linked to national and provincial economic centres, by means of the wellestablished road networks. The District comprises five local municipalities namely: Emnambithi/Ladysmith, Imbabazane, Indaka, Okhahlamba and uMtshezi.

The uThukela District is regarded as good potential agricultural land, with the commercial farming sector being dominated by forestry plantations and field crops, such as maize, dry beans and potatoes. Livestock production mainly focuses on beef, dairy and sheep.

The inherent beauty of the area enhances the tourism opportunities in the District. Leading tourist destinations in the country are found in the uThukela District, including the scenic Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains and historic battlefields, where approximately half a million tourists a year are attracted to the scenic Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. The Tugela Falls, the world’s second tallest waterfall, is also located in the region.

The Emnambithi/Ladysmith Local Municipality main urban areas are Ladysmith, Ezakheni, Steadville and Colenso/ Nkanyezi. Ladysmith, the seat of uThukela District, is the primary urban area and is centrally located with respect to important corridor development and transport routes in the region, which increases the economic opportunities in and around the town.

Indaka Local Municipality spans a mostly-rural area and benefits from a network of provincial and district roads

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 33 Forbes Street, Ladysmith, 3370 Postal Address: PO Box 116, Ladysmith, 3370 Tel: +27(0)36-638-5100

due to its proximity to the N3 and N11 highways. Indaka is characterised by socio-economic challenges such as a limited revenue base, low-priority infrastructure benefits, and limited access to social and other services.

The Municipality is committed to ensure the efficient delivery of basic infrastructure and services, and the development of new, and key, commercial wellsprings.

The Okhahlamba Local Municipality is situated in the mountainous region of KwaZulu-Natal between Lesotho, the Free State, Emnambithi and Mtshezi. Okhahlamba is made up of privately owned commercial farmland, smallholder settlements, the urban areas of Bergville, Winterton, Cathkin Park, Geluksberg, and two tribal authority areas. Bergville is known as the gateway to the northern Drakensberg.

The uMtshezi Local Municipality boasts well-established industrial, commercial and residential areas as well as rich agricultural farmlands. Escourt is the largest commercial centre in the region. Weenen is a small agricultural town that is starting to emerge as a tourist destination. The majority of the people in the municipality are concentrated in urban areas and in farming areas but there are a few patches of high-density settlements within the informal areas.

Imbabazane Local Municipality is located along the foothills of the Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Mountains. The majority of the population of Imbabazane Local Municipality reside in rural villages scattered throughout the municipal area, particularly in traditional authority areas.

The agricultural sector has a huge potential for being developed and to stimulate socio-economic growth within the area.

Head of Communications: Lihle Mbanjwa E-mail: municipalmanager@uthukeladm.co.za Website: http://www.uthukeladm.co.za

Fax: +27(0)36-637-5608

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WOMEN Leaders IN the uThukela District Municipality

Cllr D C P Mazibuko (Mayor)

Cllr N W Sibiya

Cllr T P Shabalala

“…in local government a woman is like a tea bag - you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water…”

“…as a woman councillor I have learnt that one must not be afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness…”

“…I think God made a woman to be strong and not to be trampled under the feet of men…”

A stable, and prosperous district with caring leaders who serve with excellence in government, service delivery and economic development

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Cllr S R Mafusi (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr ZB Rassool

Cllr S J Sithebe “… if you want something said in local government, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman…”

Cllr N E Vilakazi

Cllr P S K Zondi

Cllr T Xaba

Cllr B F Thungo

“… I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved…”

“… Women have always been courageous and fearless when protecting their children and in the fight for their rights…”

“… it may be the cock that crows, but it is the hen that lays the eggs…”

“… women type the letters, lick the stamps, distribute the pamphlets. Men get elected, this should stop…”

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Cllr T B M Shezi

Cllr N L Zikalala

“... women get more unhappy the more they try to liberate themselves ...”

“... women are the real architects of society ...”

uThukela DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN OKHAHLAMBA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr M N Dubazane

Cllr N R Hlongwane

Cllr S G Skhakhane

Cllr G Nadaba

“... my experience as a women councillor is that in anything I do, I should do it twice as well as men to be thought half as good.

Luckily, this is not difficult ...”

“... in local government, the women who break down barriers are those who ignore limits ...”

“... women will never be as successful in local government as men because they have no wives to advise them ...”

“... in local government I do not wish women to have power over men; but over themselves ...”

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Cllr E Lite “... women have been called queens for a long time, but the kingdom given them isn’t worth ruling ...”

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Cllr S C Mlele

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Cllr P G Strydom (Mayor)

Cllr M N Mthembu

Cllr M D Mazibuko

Cllr G E Mbele

Cllr N Y Mazibuko

Cllr P T Shelembe

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UNTAPPED POTENTIAL

fishing spot of Mapelane as well as the world-famous Hluhluwe-Imfolozi game reserves.

he magnificent uThungulu District Municipality is located in the north eastern region of the KwaZulu-Natal Province on the eastern seaboard of South Africa. The District has the third highest population in the Province and stretches from the agricultural town of Gingindlovu in the south, to the uMfolozi River in the north and inland to the mountainous beauty of rural Nkandla. The uThungulu District, with its comfortable climate, sea lanes as well as its rich cultural heritage, is a stopover for many tourists. The area acts as a gateway to some of the country’s finest game reserves.

The biggest proportion of land within Ntambanana municipal area is owned by the Tribal Authorities. As a consequence Ntambanana Municipality is one of the municipalities that falls under Project Consolidate, which is a national imperative that finds innovative ways to improve and strengthen Local Government service delivery.

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uThungulu District Municipality comprises the local municipalities of the City of uMhlathuze, uMfolozi, Mthonjaneni, Nkandla, Ntambanana and uMlalazi.

The City of uMhlathuze comprises the economic powerhouse of Richards Bay and Empangeni, and its supporting areas of Esikhawini, Ngwelezane, Nseleni, Felixton, Vulindlela, and rural areas. The City of uMhlathuze is the commercial and economic hub of the northern part of KwaZulu-Natal, and a key centre and driver of growth in South Africa. The Municipality has the benefit of about 45km of coastline of which about 80% is in its natural state. Linked to its coastal locality is the Richards Bay deep-water port that has been instrumental in the spatial development of the area in the past and will definitely impact on the area’s future development.

The uMfolozi Local Municipality is located close to the St Lucia Estuary, a world heritage site, and to the popular

CONTACT DETAILS

The Local Municipality of uMlalazi covers one of the largest geographical areas of all municipalities in South Africa, with a total area of some 2 300 km2.

The municipal area includes a coastline on the Indian Ocean of some 18 km together with a considerable rural hinterland. Eshowe - ‘the place of cool breezes’ - has been chosen throughout history for its climate and is now the sub-regional centre and has the most diversified economy. Eshowe is situated near King Shaka’s famous KwaBulawayo kraal.

Mthonjaneni Local Municipality is one of the smallest municipalities in South Africa. Melmoth is a commercial centre and is one of the administrative centres of economic significance in the District. Apart from some light industry, the town depends on agriculture for survival, primarily sugar cane, timber and cattle.

Nkandla Local Municipality consists mainly of tribal lands and state-owned land. The promotion of Nkandla as a tourist mecca is the priority of the Municipality. This region is the cradle of Zulu history and with beautiful indigenous forests, mountains and rivers, tourists have much to enjoy here. The region has great potential economic growth through agriculture.

Physical Address: uThungulu House, Kruger Rand, Richards Bay, 3900

Head of Communications: Rekha Naidoo

Postal Address: Private Bag X1025, Richards Bay, 3900

Website: http://www.uthungulu.org.za

Tel: +27(0)35-799-2500

E-mail: naidoore@uthungulu.co.za

Fax: +27(0)35-789-1641

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Cllr T V B Mchunu (Mayor)

Cllr A Mthembu

Cllr S S Zungu

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uThungulu DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN NKANDLA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Cllr N F J Nzuza

Cllr N Magubane

Cllr M B E Ntombela

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Cllr S Buthelezi

Cllr B Z Mpanza

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Cllr G Khumalo (Mayor)

Cllr S Xulu

“... I enjoy serving the community that enabled her to be a councilor.....”

“... I enjoy delivering services to the community she serves....”

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Cllr Z G Mncineka “...to provide service delivery that creates a better life for all people of uMfolozi....”

Cllr E B Z Mbele

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Cllr N T Mthiyane

Cllr M E Ntshangase

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Cllr E N Mtshali

Cllr E Z Jaffe

Cllr N M Mnqayi

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uThungulu DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN umhlathuze LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Cllr V Gumbi (Deputy Mayor)

Cllr N C Mbanjwa

Cllr B C Mthembu

Cllr A H Mthembu

Cllr S G Mkhize

Cllr P T Mbhatha

Cllr M Sookroo

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Cllr K N Mbonambi

Cllr N R Cele

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Cllr M N Ndlangamandla (Mayor)

Cllr N A Jiyane

Cllr H K L Zungu

An economically viable district with effective infrastructure that supports job creation through economic growth, rural development and promotion of our heritage.

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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

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ululand District Municipality, with its green hills of rich soil, waving grasslands, abundant forests, and an unhurried lifestyle, borders on the kingdom of Swaziland, a major trading partner of South Africa. The town of Vryheid is a commercial and business hub, while Ulundi Town is mainly an administrative centre and also the headquarters of the Zululand District Municipality.

The District’s local municipalities comprise èDumbe, uPhongolo, AbaQulusi, Nongoma, and Ulundi.

Agriculture provides the economic base of the area and opportunities range from commercial sugar cane and wattle farming, to livestock farming and small scale agricultural production.

Zululand has a rich diversity of wildlife, attracting many tourists, both international and local. The HluhluweImfolozi Park and Ithala Game Reserve are popular destinations for big five sightings.

Zululand is home to the Zulu people, and the Valley of the Kings, where King Shaka was born, is part of a heritage park, where the Spirit of eMakhosini memorial has been erected in honour of the Zulu Kings whose graves lie here. The site of the Battle of Blood River and various other battlefields on the Battlefields route are popular tourist attractions.

The èDumbe Local Municipality is situated in the north-western part of KwaZulu-Natal. Only 23% of the municipality’s population live in an urban area while 77% live in the rural hinterland of the Municipality. This factor has severe implications on actual service delivery

CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: B400 uGagane Street, Ulundi, 3838 Postal Address: Private Bag X76, Ulundi, 3838 Tel: +27(0)35-874-5500

and the cost thereof. Most settlements developed organically and are unplanned, lack basic services and facilities and provide limited opportunities for economic development.

The uPhongolo Local Municipality contains very low settlement densities while on the other hand containing substantial recreational and tourism opportunities.

The focus is on the investment in social and economic infrastructure and services, which will enable all the people of uPhongolo to make a contribution to the future sustainable development of the area.

AbaQulusi Local Municipality constitutes about 30% of the District. AbaQulusi serves a largely rural community with low income levels that are more severely affected by conditions of poverty than urban communities are. The challenge lies in implementing appropriate community upliftment and empowerment programmes to create an environment where people can meet their basic needs and improve their quality of life.

Nongoma Local Municipality is Zululand’s second largest municipality in terms of population and the second largest in terms of area. Nongoma is the Royal City of Zululand. It is the home of King Goodwill Zwelithini, the hereditary leader of the nation and his royal palaces are among the main tourist attractions in the town.

The Ulundi Local Municipality consists of commercial farms and the area supports a substantial agricultural community. Ulundi Town represents the only urban area in the municipal area and therefore plays an important role in the provision of social and economic facilities to the total population of Ulundi. This places an enormous pressure on the urban area for the delivery of services.

Head of Communications: Chris Sosibo E-mail: csosibo@zululand.org.za Website: http://www.zululand.org.za

Fax: +27(0)35-874-5589/91

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Cllr E Qwabe (Deputy Mayor)

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Cllr B B Zwane

Cllr M T Lushaba

Cllr P A T N Buthelezi

“…great experience and enjoyed working with the community …”

“…enjoyed working with the community and gained a lot from it …”

“…gained a lot and learned the importance of policy and how to implement it …”

“… the workshops that we did were very helpful and made us better leaders …”

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Cllr X A Hlela

Cllr V F Nsibande

Cllr T V Radebe

Cllr T E Vilakazi

Cllr D P Mazibuko

Cllr M P Williams

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By 2026 éDumbe municipality will be economically viable to provide adequate services to its communities

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Cllr B Shabalala

Cllr T P Sibeko

Cllr N Z Keswa

Cllr N M Nhlabathi

“… I was surprised at first but enjoyed championing needs of the community as they get closer to you and talk to you about their problems …”

“… wonderful to work with community …”

“… gained a lot of experience and would like to assist my community in many things …”

“… you have to serve the people as leaders have to be close to their communities and serve them…”

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Zululand DISTRICT: WOMEN Leaders IN uphongolo LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Cllr B Mvelase

Cllr B C Ntlabathi

“…wonderful working with the people and understanding them …”

“… challenging but also rewarding …”

Cllr M B Mahlobo

Cllr C V Simelane

Cllr N M Mkhwanazi

Cllr C M Mavundla

“… wonderful and support is always there …”

“…happy to work with community, respect was given to me and you get to be familiar with the people …”

“… wonderful to work with the community …”

“… happy to be a councillor, challenges are there but we overcame with the support of the community …”

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Cllr N G Xaba

Cllr N C Ntsahangase

“… I was able to work with people and empower them and learn about local government laws …”

“… it a pleasure working for the community and listening to them…”

Cllr R F Myeza

Cllr N S Manqele

Cllr Z I Mtshali

Cllr D T Mpanza

Cllr N F Zungu

“… challenges which you have to overcome are there at times …”

“… gained a lot of skills in project management and leadership …”

“…many skills like how to manage funds, labour laws and development …”

“… challenges are there and poverty but you have to overcome all of this …”

“… wonderful and has many challenges which you get used to…”

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Cllr T J Khumalo “… wonderful experience working with the community …”

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Cllr T M Dludla

Cllr M A Gumbi

Cllr A N Xulu

“… wonderful working with community to solve their problems, I have been a councillors for 15 years …”

“… it is wonderful as you work with people and they respect you and you give them your insights …”

“… great experience and learned a lot and gained knowledge on skills and labour and local government …”

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Cllr N J Manana (Mayor)

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Cllr N A Sithole

Cllr S F Cindi

Cllr T J Manqele

Cllr T G Madela

Cllr L N Z Buthelezi

Cllr Z Siyaya “…its takes a lot to work with communities but well work it …”

Cllr T B Sibiya

Cllr T L Khumalo

Cllr S P Ximba “…hard but you get used to it

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Councillors in the KWAZULU-NATAL Province Alphabetical list ETHEKweni municipality

Ntombizodwa Enid Mnguni

AMAJUBA District municipality

Christine Lahliwe Nhlapho

Mathombi Claudia Mnyandu

Thokozile Adelaide Chonco

Deanah Maria Sibilwane

Shamini Morar

Makosazana Irene Dlamini

Sweli Mabel Thwala

Melta Khanyisile Mthembu

Shontel Veronica Asbury

Jabulile Cynthia Nightingale Khumalo

Lindiwe Goodness Thwala

Octavia Nolubabalo Mthembu

Chamane Nompumelelo Beata

Thuluzubone Maryjane Mhlongo

Nomusa Euna Mthembu

EMADLANGENI

My-Pet Ntombifuthi Bhengu

Angel Genqe Mthembu

DANNHAUSER

Bonakele Mavis Phengane ILEMBE District municipality

Hlengiwe Precious Biyela

Zanele Priscilla Mthethwa

Thembeni Virginia Mabanga

Joice Nondumiso Cele

Bongiwe Rose Mtshali

Nomgqibelo Maureen Majola

Selverani Rungiah Naidoo

Agnes Hleziphi Mchunu

Jane Naidoo

Ntombeziningi Jeaneth Mhlungu

Nana Tryphina Cele Hlengiwe Cele Sharon Chetty Avrille Marcia Coen Barbara Agnes Fortein Hleziphi Doreen Goge Riona Gokool Sarojini Govender Govender Nicole Lee Graham Zandile Ruth Thelma Gumede Thokozile Joyce Gumede Ntombifuthi Clerice Gumede Primrose Phumzile Hlengwa Diana Gloria Hoorzuk Managi Johnson Nomthandazo Patricia Langa Pearl Luthuli Luthuli Margaret Thandi Mabaso Nompumelelo Theodorah Mabaso Makhosazana Queeneth Magwaza Nokuthula Judith Makhanya-Sibiya Jabulisile Loraine Mbongwa Sithembiso Maria-Goret Mchunu Lindiwe Muriel Mhlongo Nomzamo Irene Mkhize Molly Mngadi

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Ntombi Beatrice Ndlela Lydia Nondumiso Ndlovu Zanele Sharon Ndzoyiya Sindiswa Pretty-Girl Ngcobo Sibongile Jeanetty Marcia Nhlapho

Sizakele Ntombenhle Ndlovu Phindile Perseverence Nene Jabu Prisulla Phakathi Abigail Ntombemhlophe Radebe Magdaline Bongekile Shabalala

Amita Badul Badul Gugu Precious Solile Busane Susan Molebong Cele Jabulisiwe Mavis Cele Faith Govender Pauline Gumede Catherine Tholakele Kumalo Nonhlanhla Patricia Masondo

Gillian Margaret Noyce

Makhosazane Princess Sithole

Bridget Ntshangase Ntshangase

NEWCASTLE

Zola Maureen Mhlongo

Doris Rosetta Fikile Buthelezi

Kathleen Naidoo

Mary-Jane Mama Ntshangase Nelisiwe Nesta Nyanisa Theresa Thembi Nzuza Fawzia Peer Kannagamba Rani Pillay Billie Dorothea Prinsloo Nomvuzo Francisca Shabalala Abegail Nomthandazo Shabalala Patience Nomvula Shembe Ntombizodwa Princess Sibiya Eurika Lyndal Singh Patience Samukelisiwe Sishange Zamazulu Ruth Sokhabase Nokuthula Yolenda Young

Elizabeth Johanna Cecelia Cronje Jean Marjory Elizabeth Damons Tanya June De Jager Constance Lungile Dube Fikile Phamela Gama Cordelia Bonisiwe Kubheka

Ntombizodwa Florence Ntuli Neelavathie Reddy Monitha Dolly Shandu Phindile Marry Sishi Samukelisiwe Gugu Xhakaza Gloria Nompumelelo Zungu

Nomathamsanqa Pealli Kunene

Makhosazane Promise Patience Zungu

Fikile Maria Mamba

KWADUKUZA

Nobeluwgu Shirley Matthews Racheal Ncini Mdluli Happiness Nosiphiwo Mkhwanazi Maria Goldy Mlangeni Nonhlanhla Alzinah Msibi

Thandiwe Meltah Zuma

Vuselwa Veronica Ndima

Pindiwe Zungu

Nana Jane Ngobese

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Melody Sherry Mdunge

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Savithree Anamalay Ntombikayise Promise Dube Govindammal Govender Therol Ndzwe Khumalo S’thembile Promise Luthuli Wilhelmina May Lutuli

Mapule Signoria Magumela

Elizabeth Bonisile Majola

Nonkululeko Gertrude Mbatha

UGU District municipality

Sharon Pinkie Cheryl Mdletshe-Mbambo

Zamambo Prisca Mkhize

Mavis Sdudla Mhlongo

Busisiwe Cecilia Mncwabe

Thokozani Nozibele Dzingwa

Getrude Zethembile Mngomezulu

Banothile Thabethe

Sandra Maria Mahomed

Merileen Vuyelwa Vezi

Nomonde Gloria Mthethwa

Thembi Adelaide Zikode

Veronica Lindiwe Ntanza

UMZUMBE

KWA SANI

HIBISCUS COAST

Sylvia Nozipho Caluza Ernestinah Benzani Dlamini

Cheron Ndlovu Octavia Lindile Nhaca

Ntombifikile Herminah Gumede

Rejoice Nontsikelelo Pakkies

Patricia Rose Crawley

Glorious Princess Nompumelelo Ciyi

Jennifer Asterlane Vallan

Thembelihle Princess Dlamini

Duduzile Aubrey Conco

Cecilia Nombulelo Xulu

Zimbili Charity Kumalo

Ntombifuthi Joice Danca

Makhosazana Eunice Zungu

Virginia Phumzile Majozi

Nonhlanhla Elizabeth Duma

MAPHUMULO

Patricia Ngeneleni Mncwabe

Mosley Thandazile Lubanyana

Gladys Jabulile Ngcongo

Nonhlanhla Portia Luthuli

Elizabeth Bathobile Ngubo

Busaphi Eleonor Machi

Cynthia Nelisa Ntabeni

Nokuthula Anne Madlala

Dingeni Betty Luthuli Jabulile Lindiwe Mpungose Nonhlanhla Samukelisiwe Ndlovu Happiness Nonhlanhla Ngcobo Ntandoyenkosi Prudence Nxumalo

Gugu Primrose Nzimande Nouleen Joan Peterson

Velile Charline Nzama

Elizabeth Zamaziphi Radebe

NDWEDWE

Wendy Sindiswa Tenza

Esther Nokulunga Blose

Edith Thembekile Shoba

Thandeka Princess Madlala Linda Doris Majola Yolisa Patience Malimba Dorothy Cynthia Maresia Makhosazawe Pretty Moloi Nomusa Cynthia Princess Mqwebu

UMZIMKHULU

Sarah Nkomo

Cebisile Prudence Ngidi

Nobantu Prudence Bawana

Happy Ntombifuthi Nyawose

Fuzile Pearl Nkosi

Locadia Boniswa Cira

Dumisile Rejoice Sibisi

Patience Nompumelelo Damoyi

Zandile Sandy Thoolsi

Lillian Nozibusiso Gumede

Mukelisiwe Purity Busani

HARRY GWALA District municipality Sbongile Bridget Bhengu Witness Bongekile Dlamini Ntuseni Henrietta Maphasa/Duma Zinhle Lucky Miya Nokuthula Bonifacia Mngadi Zoliswa Sweetness Nyide GREATER KOKSTAD

Portia Zanele Jilajila Primrose Bonakele Kleinbooi

Ncedani Nyuleka Zuret Opperman Carole Ann Potter Nolwazi Florence Shusha Lasya Louise Venter

Nomonde Patience Kolobeni

EZINQOLENI

Nomasomi Cynthia Langa

Thozi Maureen Cele

Sylvia Matukelo Lefose Petronelia Madzibe Buyisiwe Patricia Majola Leanette Sibonisiwe Mgilane Vuyiswa Mhatu

Hawukile Petronica Mbatha

Thulile Sylvia Khuzwayo Olive Jane Mbambo Thubelihle Marjorie Mbayi Izleth Balindile Mbhele Annastasia Ntombilezi Mbuthu Nobuhle Ednah Mhlangu Jabulisile Patience Mtambo Nosipho Yvonne Mweshe Cathrine Lindiwe Shezi Matho Precious Shozi Dora Zethu Shozi Mama Pretty Girl Laundry Zungu Bakhanyile Nobuhle Zungu VULAMEHLO Ntombizonke Richness Dlamini Delo Maria Hlengwa Nombuso Patricia Mpanza Buzani Cynthia Mqadi Thobile Muthwa Bongiwe Gretta Myeza Gloria Zikhona Ngcobo Thandiwe Patricia Phetha

Bongi Constance Mzobe

UMGUNGUNDLOVU District municipality

UMDONI

Pretty Lungile Chiya Nomabelu Valencia Duze

Jabulile Stella Msiya

Shritha Bhoola

Tiny Nosisa Jojozi

Florence Fisani Nene

Duduzile Prudence Gambushe

Thozama Olona Madikizela

Sindiziwe Nkala

Ntomboxolo Thelma Mqikela

Getrude Duduzile Peter

Karen Jill Walker

Anatoria Buyisiwe Radebe

Vathiswa Xotongo

Bongiwe Sibeni

INGWE

Nonzwakazi Victoria Sikosana

Nomagugu Patricia Luzulane

Yvonne Lindiwe Duma Philisiwe Abegail Hlongwa

Phumlile Happiness Mthiyane

Martha Nomasamaria Dlakavu

Annastacia Nokubonga Dlamini

Dixie Nciki Caroline Phumzile Nkomo

Gugulethu Honestly Myende Lizzy Nokulunga Myende Gugu Hazel Nyuswa

Nomusa Cynthia Mabhida Sizakele Mirriam Makhaye Bonani Angel Mchunu Gugu Mary-Jane Ngube

Shamila Sookhraj

Ethel Zodwa Ntombela

Thembi Hendrieta Zondi

MSUNDUZI

Anatoria Sondzaba

UMUZIWABANTU

Najmah Banu Ahmed

Iris Mandisa Swaartbooi

Mavis Busisiwe Gavu

Rooksana Ahmed

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Dorren Buthelezi

UMNGENI

Sibongile Matrinah Mathenjwa

Thenjiwe Mntungwa

Mercy Thandiwe Buthelezi

Florence Thembi Cele

Khona Phindile Mbatha

Buyiswa Princess Ngcobo

Tholakele Ignetia Dlamini Pretty Nokwazi Dlamini Noxolo Faith Gumede Sindisiwe Cydy Gwala Uraisha Jasomay Haswell Judith Mary Lawrence

Girlie Emmerentia Ngcamphalala

Rosebud Ntombiyenkosi Ngubane

Zethu Betty Ngobe

Alzinah Shongani Shezi

Maire Joan Grueneberg

Millicent Zanele Nyawo

Nondumiso Charity Sikhosana

Janis Emmeline Holmes

THE BIG 5 FALSE BAY

Gladness Thembisile Dlamini Theresa Ann Duggan

Thandiwe Priscilla Mchunu Favourite Gugu Mthembu

Sandra Patricia Lyne

Mbali Pearl Myeni

Nomagugu Eunice Majola

Hlengiwe Phyllis Ndlela

Ntombikayise Florence Bukhosini Catherine Clementine Gumede Nomusa Rose Thethwayo

Thandiwe Rose Marry Marry Zungu

Thandekile Gladys Nxele

HLABISA

Thandi Matiwane

Pamela Anne Passmoor

Faith Ntombizonke Mbatha

Zama Prisca Ndlovu

Lindiwe Priscilla Phikwane

Nelisiwe Zanele Mkhize

Primrose Phumzile Nhlenyama

Surya Kumari Pillay

Hlengiwe Thandani Nkosi

Mantombi Agnes Mkhize Prudence Nokuthula Msimang

UMSHWATHI

Zandile Christina Ngema Ntombizenzani Khonzeni Ngubane Pamela Thandazile Zuma

Constance Thandiwe Buthelezi Gugu Hlengiwe Buthelezi

Thandi Patience Ndlovu

Nokuthula Happiness Hlophe

Kathrine Malindi Ngcobo

Nomusa Ronah Khanyile

Cynthia Tholakele Buthelezi

Lindiwe Conellia Ngcobo

Sibongile Minnie Mbatha-Ntuli

Mavis Maureen Davies

Thulisiwe Penelope Ngcobo

Siphindile Sibongile Mbhele

Zandile Wendy Matonsi

Nokuthula Precious Mdunge

Lindiwe Masisi Mkwanazi

Gugulethu Happyness Ngcobo

Dipuo Rosina Ntuli

Ntombifikile Lynette Shabangu

Aidhika Roy

Philisiwe Sithole

Nelisiwe Annatoria Thusi

Sibongile Jullie Shezi Shezi

Balozile Cynthia Sokhela

UMKHANYAKUDE District municipality

Rachel Soobiah

Nqobile Siphiwayinkosi Machaba Nomvula Gimbi Masikane

NQUTU

MTUBATUBA

Radhia Bee Singh

UMVOTI

Octavia Zinhle Simelane

Nonhlanhla Matrinah Gabela

Mary Schalkwyk

Beauty Nompumelelo Zondi

Thabile Zomcebo Nkosi

Naleni Naidoo

Jabulisile Joyce Ngubo

Vumeleni Delicious Zondi

Prisca Nokusa Xulu Xulu

Goni Agnetia Ntombifuthi Buthelezi Lephia Sizakele Hoffman Fikile Eunice Khumalo Ntombifikile Samkelisiwe Mkhize Emily Newuwe Molefe Pertunia Phindile Ntombela Lindiwe Sindisiwe Sangweni Zanele Sithole Eugenia Thembekile Zulu

Lindi Victoria Khumalo

UMZINYATHI District municipality

Meltah Eugenio Langa

Nothisiwe Nomcebo Khanyile

IMPENDLE

Hlengiwe Goodness Mavimbela

Naniwe Joyce Mbatha

Phendukile Protasia Mtolo

Fihliwe Cabangile Msweli

Lusiwe Daureen Ngubane

Nonhlanhla Gladis Mvelase

UMHLABUYALINGANA

MKHAMBATHINI

Fikile Gugulethu Mlambo

Mamsie Mandy Lembethe

Ross Ntombikayise Mthembu

ENDUMENI

Nomasuku Rose Mthethwa

Thabisile Innocentia Makaba

Kwenzekeni Ronica Mofokeng

Mylet Ncane Nxumalo

Winifreda Nomsa Makhathini Lungile Prudence Mbhele

Thulile Hadebe

MOOI MPOFANA

Samkelisiwe Khululiwe Phyffer Busi Thobhi Tembe

Dudu Pretty Ncala

Philile Patricia Jele

Thembi Maureen Magubane

Thuleleni Fikile Zikhali

RICHMOND

JOZINI

Brigget Brown

Sindiswa Rose Mfusi

Momsa Maphumulo

Kholiswa Nosipho Constance Dlamini

Hilda Nombeko Cindi

Mosley Ntombizonke Mlotshwa

Philile Cynthia Mbele

Ntombiyenkosi Gladys Fakude

Sibongile Dlamini

Reneth Hlengiwe Gumede

Ntombzodwa Gladys Khumalo

Sithembile Grace Nkomonde

Slindile Annatoria Mdlalose Pamela Moonsamy

Khethiwe Beatrice Madonsela

Lungile Gugu Mabaso

Mildred Deliwe Busisiwe Ngubo

Nompumelelo Londiwe Matheniwa

Mavis Nobuhle Mabaso

Ningi Jostinah Zungu

Thobekile Ethel Maphumulo

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MSINGA

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Nothile Maria Zungu UTHUKELA District municipality Duduzile Cynthia Patience Mazibuko Thulisile Princess Shabalala Octavia Hazel Duduzile Sibaya Nombali Wendy Sibiya EMNAMBITHI Bonisiwe Beauty Biyela

Lucy Khumbuzile Kunene Busisiwe Rose Madonsela

Octavia Sindisiwe Nxumalo Zehra Banu Rassool Khanyisile Elizabeth Shabalala

Sibongile Jennifer Sithebe

Nompumelelo Thandi Mthiyane

Phumzile Rolca Dlamini

Thembekile Elizabeth Vilakazi

Bonani Favourite Thungo

Mathamsanqa Edna Ntshangase

Fortunate Kholiwe Magubane

Marie Poppie Williams

Nomsa Elvia Vilakazi

Siphiwe Celiwe Ntuli

Nokuthula Patience Magubane

Shongani Beatrice Zwane

Tholakele Xaba

Simangele Rejoyce Thabethe

Barbara Zandile Mpanza

Buyisiwe Lucian Zwane

Priscilla Sphiwesihle Khokhiwe Zondi

UMHLATHUZE

Mirriam Bonisiwe Elizabeth Ntombela Hlengiwe Rebecca Ntombela

NONGOMA

IMBABAZANE

Nonhlanhla Reginaldah Cele

Yvonne Nonsikelelo Mazibuko

Lindi Mayvis Danisa

Manase Doreen Mazibuko

Ntombizethu Vera Gumbi

Gcinile Elcah Mbhele

Sphiwe Pretty Khoza

NTAMBANA

Margaret Nonhlanhla Mthembu

Nontokozo Catherine Mbanjwa

Gabisile Fortunate Biyela

Thembelihle Yvonne Nqubuka

Purriety Thenjiwe Mbatha

Gugu Knowladge Khumalo

Zamokuhle Ivy Mtshali

Patronella Thobile Shelembe

Khululiwe Ntombenhle Mbonambi

Princess Senzeni Maqeqeshe Mchunu

Rose Fihliwe Myeza

Phindile Gladys Strydom

Jabulisiwe Busisiwe Mkhabela

Mangalisile Mkhize

Nkosinathi Cynthia Ntshangase

Silondile Gcinekile Mkhize

Khonzeleni Duduzile Sibiya

Nomusa Goodness Xaba

Getrude Madacian Mkize

Sizakele Zakhona Xulu

INDAKA

June-Rose Bonisiwe Ntuli Nonhlahla Fortunate Jabulisiwe Nzuza

Ncamsile Gloria Mbele

Ayanda Phiwokuhle Mngomezulu

Thulisiwe Busisiwe Maureen Shezi

Alice Hlebani Mthembu

Nonhlanhla Lucia Zikalala

Babhekile Constance Mthembu

Phumzile Audrey Thandekile Buthelezi

Khethomusha Ngikhethi Mthethwa

Mavis Thabisile Lushaba

Gugulethu Alphina Nkosi

Maria Buyisile Mabaso

Khonzi Edith Nkosi

Thembelihle Brenda Mkhonza

Lindiwe Beauty Shangase

Bongiwe Benedicta Zwane

OKHAHLAMBA Fakazile Elizabeth Buthelezi Mavis Ntombizodwa Dubazana Wendy Elspeth Goulding Nozintombi Rosemary Hlongwane Gertrude Ndaba Simangele Gladys Sikhakhane UMTSHEZI

Shanette Somarie Simmadhri Meera Sookroo

Nellenie Naidoo Mirriam Simelane Jabulile Dorcas Vilakazi Sinqobile Sheila Zungu

ULUNDI Lucia Nelisiwe Zodwa Buthelezi Sibongile Florah Cindi Sindisiwe Khumalo Themba Lilian Khumalo

UPHONGOLO

Gentleness Nompumelelo Mtshali

Claudia Gamede Elizabeth Zandile Jaffe Mavis Fikile Mdluli Nomusa Millicent Mnqayi Sumeshini Naicker Stella Schoeman Bongiwe Priscilla Simelane Irene Woollatt Queen Theodorah Xulu

Mbalenhle Bridget Mahlobo Cynthia Ntombiyezizwe Mavundla Ntombenhle Mirriam Mkhwanazi Busisiwe Mvelase Bawinile Cylica Nhlabathi

Thembelihle Gaba Madela Njingase Johanna Manana

Happiness Sibekezelo Sibiya Thathawe Beauty Sibiya Nomasonto Agrineth Sithole Zanele Siyaya Sindisiwe Pearl Ximba

Cebisile Vinah Simelane ABAQULUSI

we as women leaders empower each other by sharing knowledge and Experiences

Xolile Abigail Hlela Patience Nonhlanhla Khaba

Ntombiyenkosi Anna Jiyane

Dudu Promise Mazibuko

Maureen Nkosiphuli Ndlangamandla

Phumzile Precious Mkhwanazi

Hlengiwe Khiye Laurraine Zungu

Victoria Fikile Nsibande

Busangani Nester Buthelezi

Sesi Esther Qwabe

Sophie Buthelezi

Thabile Veronica Radebe

Nobuhle Winnie Mthethwa

Nonhlanhla Fotunate Zungu

Thandiwe Jabu Manqele

MTHONJANENI

Nontokozo Happiness Mkhize

Senzeni Monica Zulu

Thandazile Princess Sibeko

Emily Busi Zini Mbele Thobile Ethelfrida Mhlongo

Nomsa Fikile Zulu

Nelisiwe Londiwe Biyela

UMFOLOZI Zanele Goodness Mcineka

Angel Nokubekezela Xulu Phumzile Desderia Zulu

Betty Shabalala Shabalala

Zinhle Happiness Biyela

Nomusa Charity Mthalane

Nomfanelo Sylvia Manqele Dorothy Thembalethu Mpanza

Nomsa Margaret Nhlabathi

Phumzile Grace Dlolane

Thembeka Vuyisile Buyisile Mchunu

Nonkululeko Zamakeswa Keswa

Tholi Jane Khumalo

Essness Nozipho Malinga-Mtshali

Simanje Cloudia Mlele

Celiwe Phumelele Gugu Cele

EDUMBE

Mkhuleko Argat Gumbi

UMLALAZI

Edith Lite

UTHUNGULU District municipality

ZULULAND District municipality

Thandie Mavis Dludla

Masesi Mavis Kunene

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