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Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane is joining hands with the African Farmers’ Association of South Africa (AFASA) today at the East London ICC for the highly anticipated 2026 Land Summit. read more
IDP and Budget Roadshows 2026/27 | Dr AB Xuma LM community in Ngcobo takes the opportunity to engage on Draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP). read more
Today, the Executive Mayor, Cllr. Lusanda Sizani, presented the Draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Budget Review for 2026-2027 F/Y at Tsomo Town Hall in Vuyisile Mini Local Municipality alongside CHDM and Vuyisile Mini LM Executive Councillors. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality, together with Vuyisile Mini Local Municipality, hosted a Winter Fire Season Launch at Mncuncuzo Village, Ward 16. read more
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government braved the cold weather to join the masses in commemorating 32 years . read more
Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani and Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality Executive Mayor, Cllr Noncedo Zonke joined the Provincial and National Government leadership for the official handover of the Kuroson 2 multi-billion renewable energy project, led by Envusa Energy, connecting Middelburg in the Eastern Cape and Noupoort in the Northern Cape through a 20-year agreement. read more
The 7th Chris Hani National Wool Growers’ Association (NWGA) Regional Indaba was held today in Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality, bringing together wool farmers from across the district. read more
Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani, engaged with stakeholders and potential investors at the Enoch Mgijima LM Investor Engagement Breakfast held at the Casino Hotel in Komani this morning. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality has today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Statistics South Africa at Bells Road Offices in Komani. read more
Today, CHDM has begun the smart water meter installations in Cradock (Nxuba). Inxuba Yethemba LM residents are amongst those consumers who have been complaining about the municipality’s inaccurate billing. read more
Ngcobo Wastewater Treatment Plant is getting closer to completion and all structural components of the project are completed. read more
Reduction of Sewer Collection Volume work is well in progress at Mlungisi key sewer pipelines in Komani. read more
The CHDM Operation and maintenance team is currently on-site in Zwelitsha, Mungisi Township, unclogging a blockage from an abandoned toilet structure that has caused sewer spillage in the area.. read more
Verification and assessment of water scheme projects lined up for handover is in progress in Sakhisizwe, Dr AB Xuma and Vuyisile Mini Local Municipalities. read more
Ahead of the Easter travel rush, Chris Hani District Municipality Fire Services joined EMS, SAPS, Enoch Mgijima Traffic and Red Alert at CTM Bridge in Queenstown to drive a road safety awareness activation. read more
The TB story for Chris Hani District Municipality is being changed for the better today as the province commemorates World TB Day at Cala Indoor Sport Centre. read more
CAs part of public- private partnership, Coca Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) in partnership with CHDM, Department of Water and Sanitation and Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality installed two Cokeville Groundwaterharvesting systems in Ngcobo, KwaZangashe village improving access to clean drinking water in the area. read more
WARNING! ACCIDENT AT CALA PASS, ROAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED, PLEASE USE ALTERNATIVE ROUTES. read more
District Wide Infrastructure Forum led by MMC for Infrastructure, Cllr Bongeka Nobuntu is currently underway in CHDM Council Chamber, Komani. read more
Mainstream and local media was engaged on the Labour Activation Programme through Food Aggregation that will see young people obtaining jobs across the district. read more
Civic Education facilitated through the office of the speaker was undertaken at Mbenge Villlage in Ward 9, Sakhisizwe LM. read more
The first build-up session towards the official Launch of the Labour Activation Programme through Food Aggression has kicked in today with Enoch Mgijima LM. read more
Tru FM is on the hunt for two talented presenters to join their team for Programming (breakfast show, afternoon drive) and Education programs!. read more
Over twenty CHDM Non – profit organizations were indulged to an insightful capacity building session on Civic AI Programme at the Council Chambers, Komani, today. read more
Second leg of the oversight was at the construction of three doctors’ quarters, where MEC Lusithi and delegation led by the contractor conducted a walk-about of the Frontier Hospital doctors quarters, Kings ways flats and Komani Hospital doctors and nurses residence development. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani places spring water development at the centre of solutions for water supply issues. Today, the Executive Mayor visited Nkobongo village in Ngcobo as part of Water Tuesdays’ initiative to resolve water challenges in our communities. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality working together with COGTA held a DDM One-Plan Project Monitoring and Reporting Meeting at the Council Chambers today. read more
CHDM is currently busy on site reducing the sewer collection volume crossing at Mlungisi Township Cemetery. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani, together with Members of the Mayoral Committee and Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality Mayor, Cllr Siyabulela Zangqa, conducted a monitoring visit to the Engcobo Waste Water Treatment Works currently under construction.. read more
Tendergate community is left without water after water supply engine was stolen and the entire system was vandalized last night. read more
Today CHDM MMC, Cllr Bongeka Nobuntu handed over a contractor for the refurbishment of Machubeni Water Treatment Works in Emalahleni Local Municipality. read more
MPAC sessions sat to oversee the Annual Report this week. read more
The community of Sakhisizwe Local Municipality, Inxuba Yethemba Municipality, Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality were engaged on the service delivery performance of the district for the 2024/25 financial year during the last leg of the Draft Annual Report Roadshows. read more
CHDM Customer Care Office in Inxuba Yethemba Municipality joined hands with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment; Eastern Cape Department of Health; . read more
CHDM continues with Draft Annual Report Roadshows for 2024-25 Financial Year. read more
The community of Dr AB Xuma LM is given an opportunity to comment on the CHDM Draft Annual Report for 2024-25 Financial Year. read more
Ward 26 community in Whittlesea, Enoch Mgijima LM is currently engaging with CHDM on water supply infrastructure, billing issues, smart water meter installation project and indigent registration. read more
Municipal Public Accounts Committee is currently in session, receiving an audited Draft Annual Report 24/25 Financial Year at the Council Chambers for verification. read more
The installation of smart meters is progressing well in Komani as part of improving water service. read more
The community of ward 15 in Komani, Enoch Mgijima LM engages with CHDM on water and sanitation, smart water meters, billing issues and indigent registration. read more
Eastern Cape Legislature in Collaboration with CHDM and Enoch Mgijima LM held an educational engagement on challenges faced by old and young people living with albinism. read more
As planned, a Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) delegation led by Council Speaker, Cllr Jongumzi Cengani, met with Middelburg residents on Tuesday to engage on issues relating to water shortages. read more
Due to heavy rains, strong winds, and hailstorms over the weekend, several housing structures and electricity infrastructure have been reportedly damaged in Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality. read more
Following prior arrangements to visit Middelburg this weekend, the Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) technical team is currently on site in Nonzame, Lusaka and Midros conducting investigations into water supply challenges affecting certain areas while others continue to receive water. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality resumed water smart meter installation project in Cradock, Inxuba Yethemba LM as part of smart meter rollout programme throughout the district. read more
IDP2026/27 IDP Consultative Meeting with Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality is in progress in Komani, CHDM Council Chamber. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality, in collaboration with Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality, conducted a service delivery programme in Zola Community Hall Ward 30 under Councillor Dyalvan. read more
Namhlanje iQoqo elijongene no lwaluko kwisithili sase Chris Hani luthe lathi thaca ingxelo yolwaluko lwaseHlotyeni ngokusesikweni. Ngokwa le ngxelo angaphaya kwama waka alishumi amakhwenkwe athe aya esuthwini kwi sithili sase Chris Hani. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) continues with IDP 2026/27 Consultative Meetings led by Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani. Today CHDM is taking service delivery priority needs in Emalahleni LM and Intsika Yethu LM. read more
Listen to CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani talking on IDP Review 2026/27 and Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) awareness in our district. read more
Integrated Development Plan (IDP) 2026/27 review consultative meetings are currently in progress in Dr AB Xuma LM and Sakhisizwe LM. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani with the Department of Agriculture representatives is currently engaging Farmers concerning commercial feedlots and Foot & Mouth Disease (FMD) Prevention/Awareness . read more
Closure of 16 Days of Activism against the Abuse of Women and Children campaign is underway at Hewu Komani Taxi Rank led by GCIS in partnership with Chris Hani District Municipality and South African Police Service.. read more
As part of public- private partnership, Star Bread in partnership with CHDM, Department of Water and Sanitation, Water Resource Development handed over a borehole system to the community of Lesseyton. Further drilling was done on an existing borehole. read more
Victory of Christ Movement in partnership with CHDM and other institutions on Saturday, 6 December 2025 held Ebenezer Explosive Prayer for GBV, Initiation and festive season in the District. read more
Today, Local Government Communicators convened at the Salga Offices in East London for their two-day quarterly Forum. This Forum, spearheaded by Cogta, represents a collaborative effort among GCIS – Eastern Cape, Salga Eastern Cape, and the Pan South African Language Board. read more
Today, the Department of Land Reform & Rural Development (DRDLR) conducted a workshop on National Spatial Development Framework (NSDF) , aiming at ensuring alignment of Eastern Cape Spatial Development Framework and Municipalities Spatial Development Frameworks with the National Spatial Development Framework. read more
Minister for Social Development Sisisi Tolashe and MEC Bukiwe Fanta, in partnership with CHDM and EMLM leadership, conducted a service delivery outreach programme infused with services on wheels from various departments and entities at Nonzwakazi Methodist Church in Komani. read more
The Chris Hani District Agricultural Show 2025 led by MEC Nonceba Kotsiwe and supported by CHDM leadership — MMC for Budget & Treasury Cllr Sinomtha Lali Madubedube, MMC for Corporate Services Cllr Thumeka Bikwana, took place at Thobi Kula Indoor Sport Centre with great success today. read more
A visit to the Eastern Cape would not be complete without spending some time in the heart of the province, the Eastern Cape Midlands. read more
The aim of the activation is to create awareness around the upcoming G20 summits, Social Summit from 18 to 20 November 2025 at Birchwood Hotel followed by Leaders Summit summit taking place at Johannesburg Expo Centre (NASREC) from 22 to 23 November 2025 under the theme, “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability”. read more
Namhlanje iqoqo elijongene nolwaluko kwi ngingqi yase Chris Hani lihlangene lahlala phantsi lijonga kwaye nakanjalo liqinisekisa ukuba le ngingqi ukulungele ukusingatha ulwaluko lwase hlotyeni. read more
Today, DEM, Cllr Noncedo September-Caba, Council Speaker, Cllr Jongumzi Cengani, and MMC Cllr Sinomtha Lali-Madubedube led teams to Mlungisi and Ezibeleni areas, distributing 14-day notices to households. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality in collaboration with Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality and stakeholders such as the Department of Agriculture, SAPS Stock Theft Unit, Traffic Department, and Fire and Disaster Management, successfully hosted an Animal Keeping and Hygiene Awareness Programme at Vusubuntu Hall, Cradock today. read more
Today CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lisanda Sizani embarked on revenue collection / enhancement programme and CHDM teams distributed 14-day notices to the owing households and business establishments in Komani. read more
The fight against Child Poverty and Malnutrition calls for unity — and the Eastern Cape Province’s Social Protection Community and Human Development (SPCHD) cluster is leading the charge! read more
CHDM Acting Executive Mayor, Cllr Bongeka Nobuntu and NSFAS Board Member, Mr Lukhanyo Daweti handed over laptops to top achievers at Freemantle Boys High School and Ntsokotha Senior Secondary School in Cacadu. read more
CHDM Initiation Forum representatives were part of today’s Provincial Initiation Task Team (PITT) session held in Joe Gqabi District Municipality. read more
Senqu Local Municipality’s newly constructed Landfill Site in Herschel.This state-of-the-art landfill site is one of the key projects that contributed to the municipality receiving an award for compliance in waste management, provincially. read more
08 community members will benefit from the paving construction project by SLS Civils for Ward 11 and Ward 14 of Emalahleni Local Municipality. read more
The Department of Health under Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality in collaboration with CHDM, various sector departments, civil society organizations, and the private sector, hosted a powerful Cancer Awareness 05 KM Walk under the Theme: “United by Unique” in Sandringham today, the 22 October 2025.. read more
CHDM continues with indigent registration, today the municipality is in Ward 27, Sterkstroom, Enoch Mgijima LM. The community is also given an opportunity to access services of various government departments through services on wheels.. read more
CHDM Acting Mayor, Cllr Bongeka Nobuntu currently introducing contractors for water supply construction of river crossing projects in Cala, Sakhisizwe LM. The projects benefit Rollwest, Mbodlana, Ndletyana, Manzimdaka and Tsengiwe/Bhodwa villages and also local people will get temporary job opportunities for the period of six months. read more
Help us officially welcome Cllr Phelokazi Bilikwa, and Cllr Gcobisa Eudora Bomela as new members to the CHDM Council. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani introduced a contractor for water supply and reticulation project in Sigangeni village, Ward 17, Intsika Yethu LM. This project is aimed at improving water supply challenges in the area and the local people will also benefit temporary job opportunities for the duration of 35 weeks. read more
Acting Executive Mayor, Cllr Malibongwe Fatyela receives veld fighting equipment on behalf of Chris Hani District Municipality from MEC Cogta, Hon. Zolile Williams. This handover forms part of support to the municipalities aimed at enhancing fire prevention and response capabilities. read more
Ngonyama Senior Primary School in Ward 8 of Emalahleni Local Municipality was honoured to receive a 1800-litre water tank, wheelie bins, 20 fruit trees, agricultural implements, fire extinguishers, wheelbarrows, fertilizers and backpacks for all school learners, a lasting legacy from Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM). read more
#ServingOurCommunitiesBetter | CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani is currently introducing contractors for water supply construction of river crossing projects in Quthubeni, Ngcacu and Thorha, Dr AB Xuma LM. read more
CHDM continues with indigent registration in wards within Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality (EMLM). This week, teams from the district, EMLM, SAPS and SASSA are focusing on Ward 23, 26, and Ward 08.. read more
Ezibeleni, Ward 8 community members got an opportunity to register for free basic services from Chris Hani District Municipality in partnership with Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality at Zone 3 Community Hall today. read more
The Eastern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) is currently hosting a crucial Legal Advisory Forum at the Chris Hani District Municipality council chambers today. read more
#ContractorHandover I Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality’s Ward 11, Ward 16, and Ward 17 will benefit from job creation following the re-routing and upgrading of Bulk Sewer line in Mlungisi areas, Komani.. read more
Hon Mayor Cllr Siyabulela Zangqa alongside the Chris Hani District Municipality Executive Mayor Cllr Lusanda Sizani and his delegation, conducted an oversight visit to the Engcobo Waste Water Treatment Works today to assess progress on current developments. read more
CHDM is currently engaging @Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality Council, Ward Committees, and other stakeholders entrusted with water services in the area, prior to project visits. read more
Chris Hani DM Council Speaker, Cllr Jongumzi Cengani welcomed the MEC for Community Safety, Hon Xolile Nqatha and his delegation to a session that seeks to table a report on the fourth Quarter Crime Statistics for 2024/25 financial year. read more
Repairs are now complete, a new pump was successfully fitted with cleaning of the sump also carried out – the pumpstation is running. read more
The Municipality, in partnership with Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM), relevant government departments and key stakeholders, is currently hosting a World Environment Day programme at Thembeni Primary School under this year’s global theme: “Beat Plastic Pollution.”. read more
#StakeholderEngagement | Chris Hani Development Agency (CHDA) hosted a workshop on Wattle-Biochar Project. The project seeks assist to eradicate wattle in the district and process it. read more
Today CHDM Deputy Executive Mayor, Cllr Noncedo September and Enoch Mgijima LM Councillors engaged with Nomzamo residents in Mlungisi on water interruption issues. read more
MEC Sibulele Ngongo handed over 35 desktop computers including laptops to Chris Hani Districts libraries as part of Provincial Youth Day Celebration in Cacadu. read more
#YouthMonth2025 | CHDM is currently hosting Provincial Youth Month Commemoration in Cacadu, Emalahleni LM under the Theme: “Skills for the Changing World – Empowering Youth for Meaningful Economic Participation”. read more
The atmosphere is vibrant with pride and purpose as Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane arrives at Cacadu Stadium to mark a day devoted to celebrating and empowering the youth. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) held an engagement session bringing together its engineering officials, the Water Research Commission (WRC), and a technology partner Protégé Technical in the Council Chambers Komani, today. read more
CHDM Acting Executive Mayor, Cllr Sinomtha Lali-Madubedude officiated the handover of AgriTrade and Investment as facilitated by DEDEAT. read more
R58 Barkly pass, there is no hope to open anytime soon as the snow was reportedly falling again at about 11H40 this morning. As issued by Provincial Traffic services. read more
Penhoek Pass along N6 between Komani and James Calata (Jamestown) has cleared. read more
Barkly pass is closed for heavy vehicles , only light vehicles are driving through at the moment. Expected to be completely closed as snow is falling heavily. read more
Our disaster teams report very misty and slippery conditions on Boesmans Pass (Molteno) No snow reports for R58 Barkly Pass which remains open. read more
[In Pictures] As part of Water Tuesday, CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani visited Gqaga Water Treatment Works project to ensure progress in Dr AB Xuma LM. read more
South African Local Government Association (SALGA)‘s Multi-Disciplinary Audit Support Programme is underway at Komani for Chris Hani District Municipality. read more
#WaterTuesday | Water Tuesday engagement is currently underway in Dr AB Xuma LM. The meeting is dealing with short to long term solutions for water & sanitation challenges as well as theft and vandalism of municipal infrastructure. read more
Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, Economic Growth Cluster Portfolio Committee is currently in Chris Hani District Municipality, engaging farmers association representatives, and relevant government and local stakeholders as part of the Public Participation Week (02 – 06 June 2025). read more
The communities of Ward 13 and 19 in Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality, as well as Ward 3 and 7 in Intsika Yethu Municipality are set to benefit from multi-million rand water supply and reticulation projects scheduled to begin soon. read more
Keeping an eye on the developments of this visit. read more
The workshop seeks, amongst others, to empower the political leadership and administration on the 2025 DoRA and enhance their oversight and management capacity. read more
Today, 106 learners from Nobuhle SPS, Nomonde Primary School, and Joe Slovo Senior Secondary School in Molteno, Ward 28 of the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality, received school uniforms during a handover event hosted at Joe Slovo S.S.S. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani is currently leading stakeholder engagement on Ncorha-Qhumanco land claim and irrigation scheme issues. read more
Inxuba Yethemba Municipality and Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality communities are currently engaging on CHDM Draft IDP and Budget for 2026-2026 financial year. read more
Namhanje uluntu lwase Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality nase Sakhisizwe Local Municipality luthabatha inxaxheba kwinqubo yesicwangciso sophuhliso esihlaziyiweyo nohlahlo lwabiwo mali lonyaka mali ka 2025/26 (IDP Review and budget). read more
Today, the Draft IDP and Budget Roadshow is being held in Cacadu, Emalahlenilm.ec, and Cofimvaba, in Intsika Yethu Municipality.. read more
[IN PICTURES] Commemorating the life and legacy of Chris Hani in Sabalele, Cofimvaba. Chris Hani was assassinated in April 1993 under apartheid government. read more
Today CHDM Moral Regeneration Movement held a pre-easter prayer at Nonzwakazi Society MCSA 302, Mlungisi Township-Komani. read more
The Deputy President, Hon Paul Mashatile, DSRAC Minister Gayton McKenzie,The Eastern Cape Premier, Hon Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane, Deputy Executive Mayor, Cllr Noncedo September -Caba and the MMC, Cllr Thembisile Bobo have landed in Sabalele Village, Cofimvaba, the birthplace of Chris Thembisile Hani this morning. read more
Over 200 young people from all local municipalities gathered at Thobi Kula Indoor Sport Centre today to witness a Skills Development Programme Launch led by the CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani. read more
The Gift of the Givers once more came through for the victims of heavy rains across the district. This morning, Food Parcels, Sleeping Mats, and Blankets are being delivered to all affected municipalities. read more
SALGA Eastern Cape, today held a workshop for CHDM Council on Rules and Orders of the Council as well as other related policies that advance service delivery. read more
All 28 victims of heavy rains from Ward 1, 15,18,20,21, and 22 of Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality (EMLM) received temporary relief material from the humanitarian organization, Red Cross yesterday. read more
Intsika Yethu LM Contractors Forum and Stakeholders’ Forum are currently given an opportunity to engage with CHDM on service delivery projects and other issues affecting Tsomo area. read more
#WaterTuesdays | CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani is currently leading the engagements on water challenges in Intsika Yethu LM. read more
CHDM and Dr AB Xuma LM in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) handed over sustainable water connection to the community of ward 6 at Mbekani Primary School. read more
Two day Provincial Public Liaison Officer’s Forum led by the Office of the Premier is underway at Chris Hani District Municipality, Bells Road Offices today and tomorrow. read more
Basic Recycling Workshop was conducted today at Thobi Kula Indoor Sport Centre targeting Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality waste pickers/sorters and collectors. read more
Imvula emandla ebikhatshwa zizivuvungu zomoya izolo nge 25 March, ishiye umonakalo ongathethekiyo kwilali zase Hewu eziquka iNgojini, Dipala, Zweledinga, Muswa , kwa ward 21 and 22 e Enoch Mgijima LM. read more
The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs conducted the second of three public hearings on the #MarriageBill in Komani at the Thobi Kula Indoor Sports Centre. read more
PROJECT HANDOVER | CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani handed over a contractor to the community for completion of Gubenxa and Maxongoshoek Water Supply Scheme in Ward 1, Sakhisizwe LM. read more
Today CHDM and CHDA handed over agricultural inputs to the farmers at Qamata in Intsika Yethu LM and Indwe in Emalahleni LM.. read more
The 7th administration remains committed to turning plans into action, ensuring that every citizen of the Eastern Cape benefits from progress!. read more
CHDM welcomes business support from PUM, a renowned international organization dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering thriving business ecosystems. read more
CHDM Speaker, Cllr Jongumzi Cengani, MMC Cllr Nosipho Papiyana, Cllr Bongeka Nobuntu and CHDA handed over agricultural inputs to more than 40 beneficiaries in Enoch Mgijima LM and Dr AB Xuma LM. read more
MMC For Finance, Cllr Sinomtha Lali-Madubedube led a delegation to Cala, Sakhisizwe Local Municipality this morning to give an account on an Annual Report for 2023/24 Financial Year to local stakeholders. read more
Thirty small scale farmers from all six local municipalities benefited from the CHDM Poverty Alleviation Programme championed through Integrated Planning and Economic Development (IPED). read more
As part of CHDM Rural Sustainability Village Project, which, amongst others, helps promote environmental management in schools, two schools in the Enoch LM received shrubs, vegetable seedlings and bins, to promote greening in Schools. read more
Day 2 of CHDM Draft Annual Report Roadshows currently held in Enoch Mgijima LM, Emalahleni LM and Inxuba Yethemba LM. read more
Today CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani, MMCs and Municipal Manager visited different water and sanitation projects in Sakhisizwe LM. read more
DRAFT ANNUAL REPORT ROADSHOW CHDM has commenced with its draft annual report stakeholder engagements for 2023/2024. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani, Chief Whip, Cllr Nobantu Macingwane and MMC Cllr Nosipho Papiyana visited various water sanitation projects in Dr AB Xuma and Intsika Yethu LMs. read more
Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani is live on Engcobo FM 9.96 giving progress updates on water supply projects that under construction at Dr AB Xuma LM.. read more
IDP Representatives Forum is currently underway at CHDM Council Chambers. In attendance – local municipalities, government departments including national departments, Business sector and civil society. read more
Siqalo Youth Programme continues to support youth owned businesses across the Eastern Cape Province. Today, a R1.2 million loading truck was handed over to Nandipha Oliphant of Lupha Enterprises from Emalahlenilm.ec at the Indoor Sport Centre, Komani. read more
CHDM led by Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani held a stakeholder engagement aimed to resolve Ncorha Irrigation Scheme land issues. read more
DAY 2 focuses on strategies to unlock capital by enhancing access to finance from strategic institutions for MSME benefit. read more
#InterTrade [In Pictures] Day Two of the Burundi Diplomatic Visit to Chris Hani District Municipality aimed at exploring business opportunities investment and trade between City of Bujumbura and CHDM. read more
Day 1 of the Micro, Small, Medium and Enterprise (MSME)Funders Seminar is underway at the Council Chambers in Komani today.. read more
#InterTrade | Business and Investment networking session with Burundi Delegation aimed at deepening cooperation, trading opportunities between City of Bujuruma and Chris Hani District Municipality. read more
IN PICTURES | Burundi Diplomatic Visit to the Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) to explore opportunities in investment and trade between City of Bujumbura and CHDM. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani welcoming the Burundi Ambassador to South Africa, His Excellency, Mr Alexis Bukuru, on a diplomatic visit to the district. read more
Chris Hani DM are the Champions of Women’s Rugby Sevens for the Eastern Cape Annual Steve Tshwete Games. read more
Our rugby girls have earned the spot in the final, they are up for silver or gold. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani demonstrated his support to the district youth watching the district teams today at Football Warmer Sports Ground. read more
The Steve Tshwete Games known as Eastern Cape Premier Games are underway in Nelson Mandela Bay, Gqebrha.. read more
MMC Cllr Thembile Bobo is leading a session with the Intsika Yethu LM presenting water related solutions to water challenges per ward in the area. read more
CHDM in collaboration with Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality held an Educational and Awareness Campaign in Thornhill. read more
Acting Executive Mayor, Cllr Malibongwe Fatyela addressed the community of Ward 8, Sakhisizwe gathered at AM Zantsi SSS, Manzimahle today on a World Wetlands Day 2025 celebrations. read more
Municipal Public Accounts Committee currently in session at the CHDM Executive Boardroom. read more
CHDM is currently hosting Eastern Cape Group Farmers at Council Chamber in Komani. read more
Phase II of the handover of a multimillion Lubisi Water Treatment Works that will benefit 92 villages in Intsika Yethu, Emalahleni, and Sakhisizwe is underway at Lubisi Community Hall in Cofimvaba. read more
Minister Pemmy Majodina is today in Lubisi village at Intsika Yethu Municipality together with Executive Mayor Cllr Lusanda Sizani to officially hand over the Lubisi Water Treatment Works.. read more
CHDM Mayoral Cup 2025 Winners. read more
MayoralCup2025 | @Thobi Kula Indoor Sport Centre, Komani, six netball and rugby teams from all six local municipalities are competing for the first position to go and represent Chris Hani District Municipality in the Premier Games. read more
Mayoral Cup 2025 | CHDM MMCs, and Mayors from local municipalities with Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani are part of the games at Dumpy Adams Sport Fields in Enoch Mgijima LM. read more
Ongoing meter verification, data cleansing, indigent registration and water disconnections in Cradock, IYM. read more
CHDM briefing with Gift of the Givers on drilling of the boreholes in identified schools in Komani as part of the long term solutions to address water challenges in the area. read more
Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) has made significant breakthrough in addressing municipal infrastructure vandalism following recent arrests in Komani. The arrests are linked to disruptions in water service provision and the vandalism of newly installed water tanks in Ezibeleni. read more
Day 2: Meter verification, Data cleansing, Indigent registration and Water disconnection campaign in Cradock, IYM today. read more
Consultative IDP Roadshows at Inxuba Yethemba LM. read more
CHDM consulted Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality as part of the IDP Review process for 2024/25, today at the New Council Chambers, Engcobo. read more
ISigqeba esijongene no lwaluko kwi ngingqi yase Chris Hani sinikezela ingxelo yolwaluko lwasehlotyeni. Angaphaya kwe 15 000 amakhwenkwe athe asiwa esuthwini kulonyaka siphuma kuwo. read more
CHDM is currently engaging with Gift of the Givers on short term solutions for water supply in Komani. read more
Community engagement with Mlungisi township residents on water supply issues is currently underway at Thobi-Kula Indoor Sport Centre in Komani. read more
Engagement on water supply solutions for Komani is currently underway in CHDM Council Chambers. read more
The water treatment system has stabilized and the pumping is up and running . Water supply has been restored in other areas including Frontier Hospital. read more
KOMANI WATER UPDATE I Chris Hani District Municiaplity has roped in the Gift of the Givers for support as Komani continues to experience water shortage. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor Cllr Lusanda Sizani addressed community members from Mlungisi in Komani today who verbally presented issues relating to water and sanitation provision. read more
XONXA UPDATE: Repair works continue in Xonxa pump station. Transformers are being serviced and testing of voltage is in progress. Further updates will be provided. read more
Engagement on water supply issues for Ward 11,12 & 13 in Komani, Enoch Mgijima LM is in progress at Ashley Wyngaardt Community Hall- Victoria Park. read more
In session | stakeholders engagements on water services in progress in various venues in Komani. The engagements seek to address current water shortages in the area, whilst mapping out interventions that have been put in place. read more
Komani and surrounding areas continue to experience drastic water shortage as Bonkolo dam has declined and is below abstraction point, whilst Water down dam solely supplies Whittlesea / Komani and is inadequate due to demand. read more
Komani ratepayers were engaged by the district on water and sanitation-related issues at the Council Chambers this afternoon.read more
Provincial Safer Festive Season 2024 Lunch is still underway in Komani, Enoch Mgijima LM under Chris Hani District Municipality. read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani handed over Eluhewini Water Scheme to the villages of Nkwenkwa, Qolweni, and KoMkhulu in Ward 5, Dr AB Xuma LM. read more
CHDM and CHDA in a briefing session with the Head of Trade and Investment in Burundi Embassy, Mr Robert Mugalula, preparing for an official state visit of the Ambassador of Burundi to CHDM planned for next month. read more
Community of Ward 32, Bakles Farm in Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality benefited from integrated service delivery day .read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani visited the newly established mechanical and electrical workshop in Komani. read more
IN PICTURES | CHDM led by Executive Mayor has visited KwaMzolo Bulk Water Supply Project in Ncorha, Intsika Yethu LM. read more
PROJECT HANDOVER | The people of KwaMzola, Mathafeni, Luqolweni and Qaqeni, in Ncorha. read more
On the 09 October 2024, Service Delivery Day was held at Karmastone where Chris Hani District Municipality working together with the Department of Health, Home Affairs, SASSA, rendered services to Ward 30 community .read more
CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani, on behalf of the Eastern Cape Premier, alongside the Emalahleni Mayor, Cllr Nontombizanele Koni and her delegation, handed over and switched on the highmast lights at Zingqolweni, Ward 17 and Greyspan, Ward 3 as part of the commemoration of the International Day of Elderly Persons. read more
AM Zantsi from Sakhisizwe Local Municipality, we stand proud! 2024 EC. read more
South African Youth Council in collaboration with Chris Hani District Municipality and Chris Hani Development Agency held an Indaba in Magwala, Intsika Yethu Local Municipality. read more
Penhoek Pass open to traffic , including heavy duty vehicles and closely monitored by traffic authorities .read more
Harsh weather conditions continue as another level 6 warning has been issued by South African Weather Services. read more
Please take note. Bad weather conditions in the area has led to road closures. Motorists stay alert. Stay safe. read more
uMasipala wesithili iChris Hani ebambisene ne Sebe Lezemidlalo, Inkcubeko noBugcisa noMasipala iEnoch Mgijima, kunye neKomkhulu iZulukama basingathe umsitho wokubhiyozela amagugu, amasiko, inkcubeko yethu kwanobugcisa. read more
National Council of Provinces Oversight Visit to Chris Hani District Municipality / Eastern Cape Province .read more
The delegation from National Council of Provinces led by the Deputy Executive Mayor, Cllr Noncedo September – Caba visited the Tsomo Water Treatment Works, in Tsomo, under Intsika Yethu Local Municipality. read more
NCOP delegation engaging Members of the Provincial Legislature, Executive Mayors, Mayors, MMCs, and senior government officials ahead of their oversight visits to identified infrastructure projects in the district today. read more
The Provincial Health Council Representative and the MMC for Health and Community Services, Cllr Malibongwe Fatyela, shared provincial and district reflections with the Department of Health sub-districts across the district. read more
Today CHDM will be handing over waste wheelie bins, seedlings, water tanks, indigenous and fruit trees to the two primary schools .read more
National Arbor Month Commemoration | Led by MMC for Health and Community Services, Cllr Malibongwe Fatyela, National Arbor Month was commemorated at Matshona Primary School, Cofimvaba at Intsika Yethu LM today. read more
MPAC Workshop led by Cogta Eastern Cape was conducted today at the Council Chambers, targeting MPAC Committee Members from all six CHDM local municipalities. read more
Technical DDM Programme is underway at the Council Chambers, Bells Offices, Komani. The session is meant to engage on DDM catalytic projects and assess the functionality of DDM structures as well as the status of the CHDM OnePlan. read more
CHDM technical team is currently fixing a pipe burst that occurred in Sterkstroom next to the railway. Water has been closed for Sterkstroom Town and Masakhe Location for the duration of this work. Further communication will be shared to give an update .read more
COGTA Ministerial Engagement, led by the Hon Deputy Minister, Dr Namane Dickson Masemola, joined by Cogta Eastern Cape, Hon MEC, Mr Zolile Williams and CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani has commenced at Roydon Game Farm, Komani, in the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality. read more
The session afforded CHDM and Local Municipalities’ Executive Mayors and Mayors an opportunity to reflect on the profile and the state of their municipalities in relation to basic service delivery; governance and financial viability; economic development, infrastructure; resource sharing; as per DDM prerequisites. read more
CHDM is currently handing over a contractor for the refurbishment of Elliot Water Treatment Works to improve water supply service in Khowa, Sakhisizwe LM. read more
In session | An Agricultural Investment Forum is underway at the CHDM Council Chambers.read more
EC Provincial SALGA’s Municipal Finance and Fiscal Workshop Working Group is currently in session at Chris Hani District Municipality Council Chambers in Komani. read more
Engagement on Dordrecht Upgrading of Bulk Water Supply Phase 4. read more
Affected farmers are still counting their loss after devastating veld fires that hit different parts of the district. read more
Strong winds contributing to the spread of raging firesl . read more
Chdm fire services, Enoch Mgijima LM, Farmers Fire Protection Associations and Volunteers are battling yet another fire in the Lawrence De Lange game reserve and nearby mountains. read more
District Wide Infrastructure Forum (DWIF) is currently in progress at Cala, Sakhisizwe Local Municipality. read more
All local municipalities in Chris Hani District Municipality are participating in Just Energy Transition (JET) Municipal Conference held from 26-27 August in Midrand-Johannesburg. read more
The community of ward 30, in Tarkastad, Enoch Mgijima LM today participated in service delivery day programme held in Zola Community Hall . read more
CONSULTATIVE ENGAGEMENT | CHDM Executive Mayor, Cllr Lusanda Sizani held last engagement with Water Scheme Operators and Community Service Providers (CSPs) about the replacement of those who are over 60 years in Intsika Yethu LM. read more
First of its kind, Molteno Service Delivery Point Office was officially handed over to the community by the MEC for the Department of Social Development and Special Programmes, Hon Bukiwe Fanta. read more
CHDM Fire Fighters and Volunteers in Komani are hard at work. read more
Stay Alert! Watch out for fires near public roads….Stay Safe! . read more