Amathole District Municipality EC

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[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Mthontsi Lodge Opens as R31 Million Tourism Investment to Boost Heritage and Local Economy]

Amathole District Municipality (ADM), in partnership with the Department of Tourism, officially launched the Mthontsi Lodge and Conference Centre in KwaMaqoma, Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality, on 2 July 2026, marking a major milestone in tourism development, heritage preservation and local economic growth in the Eastern Cape.

Speaking on the launch, ADM Executive Mayor of Amathole District Municipality, Clir Anele Ntsangani, applauded the National Department of Tourism for its continued investment in the district, describing the project as a true demonstration of the District Development Model in action.

"The success of this project is the result of collaboration between all three spheres of government. We appreciate the Office of the Premier for supporting the acquisition of this land, which was later transferred to the Amathole District Municipality. This is a catalytic investment that will unlock tourism and economic opportunities for our communities," said Ntsangani.

#MthontsiLodgeHandover2026
#BoostingTourismAndHeritage
#EnhancingLocalEconomicDevelopment
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza

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[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

AMATHOLE DISTRICT MUNICIPAL SERVICES OPERATING NORMALLY ON TUESDAY, 30 JUNE 2026*

The Amathole District Municipality wishes to inform all residents, businesses, stakeholders and members of the public that Tuesday, 30 June 2026 remains a normal business day across all municipal offices and service points.

💡ADM fully respects the constitutional right of citizens to express their views peacefully and equally emphasises the fundamental principles of the rule of law (which must prevail at all times); the right right to freedom of movement of any persons; the right to access essential services, and the right to earn a living

The rights of any member of the community must be exercised in a manner that does not infringe on the rights of other citizens.

📢📢We therefore urge all our @Amthole_DM residents to continue being peaceful, lawful and full of respect for the rights and safety of others. Any unlawful disruption of essential municipal services will not be tolerated and will be dealt with in accordance with the law.

📍ADM remains committed to serving our communities without interruption

Thank you.

Exec Mayor: Cllr Anele Ntsangani

[South African Government @GovernmentZA]

#ManagingMigration| Government condemns all forms of intimidation, harassment, and violence directed at any person, regardless of nationality or immigration status.

Law enforcement agencies, including the SAPS, remain on high alert to prevent unlawful activity and ensure that public order is maintained. #GovZAUpdates #CapableState

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[ADM Showcases Governance Progress During Provincial Legislature Oversight Visit]

Amathole District Municipality (ADM) hosted an Oversight Public Service Engagement facilitated by the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature on 26 June 2026 at the Calgary Conference Centre, providing an opportunity to account to communities on progress made in governance, financial management, service delivery and institutional performance.

The engagement formed part of the Legislature's constitutional mandate to strengthen accountability, transparency and cooperative governance, while creating a platform for residents and stakeholders to engage directly with the municipality on key development priorities and service delivery matters.

#LegislatureOversightVisit
#PromotingGoodGovernance
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#ADMEnhancingServiceSelivery
#Siyakukhonza

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[MTHONTSI LODGE AND CONFERENCE CENTRE PROJECT LAUNCH AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT]

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Amathole Oceans Economy Indaba charts practical path towards empowering coastal communities]

The second and final day of the Amathole Rural Oceans Economy Indaba concluded with a strong commitment from government, industry leaders and coastal stakeholders to remove longstanding barriers that have prevented rural fishing communities from fully participating in South Africa's growing ocean economy.

Building on the robust discussions held during the opening day, delegates agreed that while the ocean economy presents enormous opportunities for employment creation, entrepreneurship and local economic development, rural communities continue to face systemic challenges that limit their ability to compete within the sector. These include inadequate fishing equipment, limited processing and storage infrastructure, insufficient access to funding, costly and lengthy licensing processes, poor road infrastructure, limited access to formal markets, uncertainty around fishing rights and land ownership, as well as complex regulatory requirements that often discourage aspiring entrepreneurs.

#ADMRuralOceansEconomylndaba2026
#ExploringTheAmatholeCoastline #EnhancingSectorOpportunities
#SustainableLocalEconomicDevelopment #UnlockingCoastalOpportunities
#PartnershipsForCommunityGrowth
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Amathole District Municipality Reviews Community Safety Plan to Build Safer Communities]

Amathole District Municipality (ADM), in partnership with the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), commenced the review of its Community Safety Plan through a two-day Community Safety Planning Development Session held from 25-26 June 2026 at the Regent Hotel in East London.

The workshop brought together representatives from government departments, local municipalities, the South African Police Service (SAPS), law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to develop an updated, evidence-based Community Safety Plan that responds to current safety challenges facing communities across the district.

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Turning the Tide on Rural Development: ADM Dives Deeper into Unlocking Coastal Economic Potential and Anchoring Community Growth]

Amathole District Municipality dives deeper and is taking deliberate steps to unlock the vast economic potential of its coastline by empowering communities to actively participate in the ocean economy. This commitment was reinforced during the Amathole Oceans Economy Indaba held at Zovuyo Boutique Hotel from 24 to 25 June 2026 under the theme "Unlocking Coastal Opportunities: Partnerships for Community Growth."

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[ADM Men's Conference Encourages Open Dialogue on Men's Mental Health and Wellbeing]

The Amathole District Municipality's Integrated Employee Wellness, Occupational Health and Safety Unit hosted a Men's Conference for male employees from the Amahlathi and Great Kei satellite offices on 23 June 2026 in Qumrha. The conference provided a dedicated platform for men to openly engage on challenges they encounter both in the workplace and in their personal lives, issues that often have a significant impact on their mental health, emotional wellbeing, and overall quality of life.

Held during June, a month that recognizes men while also promoting Mental Health Awareness, the programme emphasised the importance of creating safe spaces where men can freely express themselves without fear of judgement, where they can be more vocal in addressing their issues, sighting that "men too have feelings and the stigma of men do not cry should be done away with". Following this tone, participants were encouraged to challenge societal stereotypes that discourage emotional vulnerability, reinforcing the message that men, too, experience emotional struggles and should feel empowered to seek support when needed.

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #DefiningTheRoleOfMenInSociety #CreatingSafeSpacesForDialogue #BetteringADMCommunities #PrioritisingMensHealth
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

Your voice. Your future. Your vote. 🗳️ IEC registration is open this weekend, 20–21 June, across Amathole District. As mandated to lead public participation & voter education, ADM Speaker Cllr Onke Mgunculu calls on residents to register/update details this weekend, 20–21 June, ahead of #LGE2026. #VoterEducation #PublicParticipation #IEC2026 #ADM

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Dutywa Water Supply Scheme Handover Phase 1 & 4 ]

The Amathole District Municipality, is proud to announce the officially handover Phase 1 & 4 of the Dutywa Water Supply Scheme on.

📅 Date: 23 June 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00
📍 Venue: Drayini Location, Mbhashe LM

This is another major step towards reliable water supply and improved service delivery to our communities. All stakeholders and community members are warmly invited to partake in this important milestone.

#KeepingADMCommunitiesInformed
#EnhancingSustainableServiceDelivery
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza
#AmatholeDistrict
#DutywaWaterScheme

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[TO THE YOUTH OF AMATHOLE DISTRICT | JUNE 16]

Fifty years ago, young people changed the course of history. They were students. They were courageous. They were the Class of 1976. Their sacrifice was not in vain. It opened doors that had been shut, broke the walls that had stood for generations, and ignited a fire that still burns today.

This Youth Month, we say to you: you are that fire’s continuation.

The Freedom Charter declared that the doors of learning and culture shall be opened to all. Those doors were opened with a price paid in blood and courage by young people who refused to accept less than their full humanity. Now those doors stand open for you. Walk through them boldly — with knowledge, with purpose, and with the same unshakeable belief in your own dignity that drove the Class of 1976.

Amathole District Municipality honours your potential. We honour your voice. We honour your future.

#CommemoratingJune16
#CelebratingYouthDay
#HonouringTheYouthOfAmathole
#50Years
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

Amathole District Municipality (ADM) convened its District Mayors Forum (DIMAFO) on 11 June 2026 in Stutterheim, Kolorha. The meeting brought together Executive Mayors, Mayors, Municipal Managers, government departments, external stakeholders, and key sector representatives to strengthen intergovernmental relations and advance collaborative service delivery initiatives across the district.

Opening the session, ADM Executive Mayor, Councillor Anele Ntsangani, reaffirmed the municipality's commitment to enhancing partnerships with government sectors and stakeholders to ensure sustainable, community-driven service delivery. He emphasised the importance of coordinated efforts in addressing challenges facing the district and its six local municipalities while driving development initiatives that improve the lives of ADM communities.

In his opening remarks, Councillor Ntsangani acknowledged the challenges experienced by both the district and local municipalities but highlighted that the pursuit of service delivery excellence remains a key priority. He further noted the municipality's improving financial position and celebrated the significant milestone of the institution approving a funded budget for the forthcoming financial year.

"This is a year of solving challenges to ensure continuous stability and an operational district municipality," said Ntsangani.

The Executive Mayor further stressed the importance of having a positive and solution-oriented approach among government institutions and stakeholders. He called for the dismantling of negative attitudes that hinder progress and encouraged all role players to embrace collaboration as a catalyst for meaningful development.

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

On 11 June 2026, Amathole District Municipality (ADM) hosted a two-day Public Liaison Officers (PLOs) Forum at the Calgary Conference Centre. Facilitated by the Eastern Cape Office of the Premier, the forum brought together representatives from provincial departments, municipalities and stakeholders involved in citizen engagement and service delivery.

The forum aimed to strengthen the implementation of the Presidential Hotline Programme, a platform that enables citizens to report service delivery challenges, lodge complaints, make enquiries and provide feedback to government.

"Public Liaison Officers, Customer Care Officers, Communications Practitioners and Community Liaison Officers all contribute towards one common goal ensuring that communities have access to government services and information" he said.

Furthermore, Mr Tshangana encouraged practitioners to move beyond receiving complaints and actively involve communities in finding solutions to local challenges. "If the most vulnerable person in our community can understand what government is doing and how they can access services, then we have succeeded," he added.

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Amathole District Municipality Tourism Symposium Explores Opportunities for Sustainable Tourism Development]

On 03 June 2026, Amathole District Municipality (ADM), in collaboration with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu (WSU), Mnquma Local Municipality and various tourism stakeholders, hosted a Tourism Symposium and Information Day at the Walter Sisulu University Butterworth Campus.

The symposium brought together researchers, government departments, tourism practitioners, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, learners and development agencies to explore innovative approaches to tourism development and its contribution to local economic growth across the district and the Eastern Cape.

Opening the symposium, ADM Spatial Planning and Economic Development Director, Ms Zolisa Xabadiya, highlighted the importance of creating platforms that encourage dialogue, research and collaboration in the tourism sector. She noted that the municipality had previously hosted a successful tourism symposium in partnership with Mnquma Local Municipality and saw value in continuing the initiative as the tourism sector continues to evolve.

"The tourism sector is dynamic and constantly evolving. As a municipality, we believe it is important to remain informed by emerging trends, changing market conditions, technological advancements and new opportunities within the tourism landscape," said Xabadiya.

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

[Amathole District Municipality Joins MEC Kontsiwe to Champion Agricultural Show, Market Day and Trade Fair in Butterworth]

Amathole District Municipality, in collaboration with the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture, Mnquma local municipality, private sector stakeholders and various government entities successfully hosted an Agricultural Show, Market Day and Trade Fair at the Monument Gardens in Butterworth on 03 June 2026.

The event attracted a variety of locally based entrepreneurs, farmers and cooperatives who showcased and sold a wide range of products, including fresh vegetables, hand-sewn clothing, poultry and eggs, dairy products, honey, imileqwa, confectioneries, herbal medicines, animal vaccines, fruits, home-brewed beverages and beadwork. The initiative provided a valuable platform for emerging businesses and agricultural producers to market their products, network with potential buyers and access opportunities for local economic growth and business development. During the program, Eastern Cape MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development and Agrarian Reform, Ms. Nonceba Kontsiwe, handed over four industrial sewing machines to women-led cooperatives as part of ongoing efforts to support local economic development and women empowerment.

The MEC also commended Amathole District Municipality and Mnquma Local Municipality for its continued support towards emerging farmers through the provision if agricultural implements and the provision of tractors to assist with land preparation and cultivation, saying this goes to show how importantly agriculture is taken in the district. Supporting the program was ADM MMC Cllr. Xhanti Mngxaso and Cllr. Zodidi Sobekwa who expressed gratitude towards the initiative, highlighting its significance in empowering small scale local farmers, entrepreneurs and cooperatives, while contributing to economic growth and job creation within the region. With Amathole being rich in agricultural land, the initiative proved a necessary platform, allowing for knowledge sharing and facilitation of trade.

The successful hosting of the Agricultural Show, Market Day and Trade Fair also cemented the commitment of Amathole District Municipality in strengthening the agricultural sector, promoting entrepreneurship and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for communities across the district.

#PromotingLocalEconomicDevelopment
#WomenEmpowerment
#CommunitiesWorkingTogether
#DistrictAgricultureInitiative
#TheYearOfEfficiency
#Siyakukhonza

[Amathole District Municipality EC @Amathole_DM]

Amathole District Municipality in collaboration with Mnquma Local Municipality and iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu, will bring together researchers, industry leaders, government stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and community representatives to explore opportunities for sustainable tourism development across the Amathole District.

Held under the theme "Unlocking Tourism Potential", the Tourism Symposium and Information Day will provide a platform for knowledge sharing, innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships aimed at driving economic growth through tourism.

Date: 03 June 2026
Venue: Walter Sisulu University (Butterworth Campus)

Join us as we work together to Innovate, Collaborate, and Empower communities while showcasing the rich tourism assets and opportunities within our district.

#TourismSymposium2026 #UnlockingTourismPotential #AmatholeDistrictMunicipality #MnqumaLocalMunicipality
#WalterSisuluUniversity
#TourismDevelopment
#SustainableTourism
#EconomicGrowth
#InnovateCollaborateEmpower