Authorities in crime-plagued Mthatha have confirmed plans to bring back CCTV cameras to help stave off criminals and syndicates terrorising citizens and businesses.The announcement came more than 10 years after 25 cameras were first installed by a private company contracted by the KSD municipality.
While the festive season usually brings excitement for many families, it always brings period of huge anxiety for elderly Nomakhephu Nodalanga. The 64-year-old Mthatha pensioner and mother of four relies on her monthly government pension to take care of her family.
With people expected to stream into Mthatha over the holiday season, the authorities have promised to do everything in their power to keep everyone safe.
KSD mayor Nyaniso Nelani, who made a shocking discovery when he and his team stumbled upon hazardous medical waste dumped in one of the busy streets in Mthatha last week, has vowed to take action against those responsible.
While the rest of SA experiences a severe egg shortage, five rural Eastern Cape women who run their own egg-producing co-operative say they are ready to step in and save the day at least in their hometown Mthatha and its surrounds. Ikamva Le Ncise Primary Co-operative was founded in 2017 by Ncise villagers Kholeka Maliphale, her daughter Faith Maliphale, who acts as treasurer, daughter-in-law Gcotyiswa Maliphale and their neighbours Fikiswa Dube and Thulisa Gxagxisa.