Matjhabeng Local Municipality informs residents that Eskom has encountered technical difficulties due to today's
storm, resulting in electricity supply interruptions in several areas. Eskom and Municipal technicians are on-site
working diligently to resolve the issue. However, at this stage, there is no estimated time for power restoration.
Affected Areas:...
St. Helena
Bedelia
Naudeville
Jan Celliers
Portions of the CBD
Lake View
Riahola
Parts of Sandania
Airport
Theronia
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as efforts continue to restore power as soon
as possible.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
Issued by:
Matjhabeng Local Municipality Communications
MMOHO | TOGETHER | SISONKE | TESAME
The Acting Executive Mayor of Matjhabeng Local Municipality, Cllr. Hlobohang Mokhomo, together with the Member of
the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Human Settlements, Cllr. Matinte Radebe, and Ward Councillors Cllr. Hanisi
(Ward 36) and Cllr. Ramatisa (Ward 19), officially handed over 100 residential sites to beneficiaries in
Nyakallong today.
This initiative marks a crucial step in the municipality’s ongoing efforts to address housing needs and promote
sustainable human settlements by providing residents with secure land ownership.
These allocated sites pave the way for beneficiaries to build permanent homes, thereby fostering stability, community
development, and improved living conditions....
The Matjhabeng Local Municipality remains committed to accelerating service delivery and expanding access to housing
opportunities, ensuring that more residents benefit from similar projects in the future.
We remain committed to keeping the public informed and ensuring reliable service delivery.
#buildingthematjhabengwewant
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#EndGBV
#AtYourService
Matjhabeng Municipality, in collaboration with Vaal Central Water, has successfully replaced the pipeline.
Currently,
teams are monitoring for any potential leaks to ensure stability.
Water supply has been restored, but some areas may still experience delays as the system gradually regains full
pressure.
Residents in these areas can expect water to flow progressively over time.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this process.
Issued by:
Matjhabeng Local Municipality Communications
MMOHO | TOGETHER | SISONKE | TESAME
Baahi ba ratehang,
Masepala wa Matjhabeng, ka tshebedisano mmoho le Vaal Central Water, o ntse o sebetsa ka matla ho lokisa phala e
senyehileng.
Disebelisoa tse hlokahalang di fumanehile, mme sehlopha sa rona sa botekgeniki se ntse se le setsheng, se sebetsa
ka thata ho khutlisetsa phepelo ya metsi kapele kamoo ho ka khonehang. Re ananela mamello le kutlwisiso ya lona nakong ena.
Re tla tsoela pele ho fana ka dintlafatso ha mosebetsi o ntse o tsoela pele.
Issued by: Matjhabeng Local Municipality Communications
MMOHO | TOGETHER | SISONKE | TESAME
The Mathabeng Local Municipality wishes to update residents of Thabong that our technical team remains on-site
attending
to the burst pipe. However, repairs have been delayed as we await the necessary materials from the
manufacturer.
The supplier is expected to deliver the required materials today, which will enable us to expedite the restoration
process....
To further accelerate repairs and ensure water supply is restored as quickly as possible, we have also requested
additional manpower from our stakeholder, Vaal Central Water.
We understand the inconvenience caused by this unplanned disruption and sincerely apologise for the hardships
experienced.
Please be assured that our team is working diligently to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
Further updates will be provided as the situation progresses.
Issued by:
Matjhabeng Local Municipality
MEC Saki Mokoena conducted a site visit at G-Hostel Project in Thabong, Welkom, Matjhabeng Local Municipality today,
04
February 2025.
The visit formed part of the MEC's ongoing Housing Projects Inspection, which began in Bethlehem last week.
A briefing with the Acting Mayor Cllr. H Mokhomo, HOD Adv Phahlo, Senior Managers, MMC for Housing, and the technical
teams involved in the construction of the project preceded the site visit.
The following key aspects were highlighted during the meeting:...
- Project Overview: The G-Hostel Project aims to provide 780 quality housing units to the local community.
- Targets and Timelines: The project targets 780 completed units, with 350 units expected to be completed by July 2025,
demonstrating a clear commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Project Management: A facilities company has been appointed to oversee the project, ensuring professional management,
with the Matjhabeng Local Municipality set to take over at a later stage.
Challenges raised included vandalism and theft, which pose a significant threat to the completion of the project.
Stakeholders were urged to collaborate to address these security concerns, emphasizing the need for community
involvement.
MEC Saki Mokoena has pledged to return to G-Hostel with the provincial leadership for the official handover of the first
completed units, emphasizing that "Time is of the essence". He assured that there's sufficient capacity to ensure the
project's timely completion.
Mokoena also highlighted the importance of expediting the handover process, as it would not only bring joy to the
beneficiaries but also help mitigate security and vandalism concerns in the area.
This commitment aligns with the Free State province's broader goals, which emphasizes the importance of investing in
housing, infrastructure, and economic development to improve the lives of citizens.
#LeaveNoOneBehind
#HousingTheNation
#30YearsOfDemocracy
