Motsebi Monareng

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Journalist at South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

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Mpumalanga Education probed for R2 million laptop tender

3 weeks ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu has instituted an investigation into the provincial Education Department’s procurement of 22 laptops valued at over R2 million. Ndlovu says he has noted public interest in the matter and, therefore, transparency will be applied in dealing with the investigation and its outcome. The probe is set to be finalised next week. Meanwhile, the African National Congress (ANC) in Mpumalanga has welcomed the investigation.
Mpumalanga deploys over 600 traffic police for Easter weekend

4 weeks ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Mpumalanga law enforcement authorities have launched the provincial Easter Weekend Road Safety Campaign in Mbombela. Traffic volume is expected to increase on the province’s roads as travelers head to different destinations for the Easter long weekend. Over 600 traffic police officials will be deployed throughout the province to monitor traffic flow. Community Safety, Security and Liaison MEC Jackie Macia says reckless driving will not be tolerated.
Drug case against Mozambique nationals postponed

1 month ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

The Standerton Magistrate’s Court in Mpumalanga has postponed the case against six Mozambique nationals accused of manufacturing and dealing in illicit drugs. The matter has been adjourned until Friday to verify the age of one of the accused and to secure the services of an interpreter. The suspects were arrested at a warehouse and a farm in the area. Police seized chemicals and machinery with an estimated value of R20 million, believed to be used in the production of illegal substances.
Six suspects to appear in court over R20m Standerton drug bust

1 month ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Six people, arrested for alleged manufacturing and dealing in illicit drugs, are expected to appear at the Standerton Court in Mpumalanga on Monday. The Hawks pounced on the suspects at a warehouse and a farm in the area. Chemicals and machinery found at both locations were confiscated. The value of the recovered substances and machinery is estimated to be R20 million. Mpumalanga Hawks Head Nico Gerber says a number of drug-related cases have been reported in Standerton.
SA begins ward reconfiguration process ahead of 2026 local elections

1 month ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

The Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) has started a consultation process aimed at the reconfiguration of wards ahead of next year’s local government elections. COGTA Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa launched the Municipal Demarcation Board nationwide public consultation process for the 2025 Ward Delimitation Process in White River, Mpumalanga. The board’s deputy chairperson, David Mohale, says it is imperative that wards are reconfigured ahead of the municipal elections.
Families accuse coal mine in Mpumalanga of destroying their houses

1 month ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Four families in Breyten, Mpumalanga are accusing Ikoti Coal Mine of destroying their houses when they blast at the mine. The families residing close to the mine also allege that the mine has tampered with the gravesite while conducting its operations. The families spokesperson Johannes Mokoena says all attempts to engage with the mine management has failed. “As community members we have lot of concerns related to lack of consultation by the mine even before it was established, non-existent of SLP.
DA calls for intervention after taxi disruption warning in Mbombela

2 months ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Mpumalanga has urged the provincial Roads and Transport Department to intervene following warnings of disruptions to scholar transport in Mbombela on March 3, 2025. The TopStar Minibus Taxi Association has announced a crackdown on taxi operators without permits, leading to concerns among operators who transport children and workers.
Premier promises to improve lives of Mpumalanga people in SOPA

2 months ago | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu is poised to make Mpumalanga great. Delivering his State of the Province Address (SOPA) in Mbombela, Ndlovu promised to improve the lives of the people of the province. Ndlovu promised to improve, among others, the delivery of services, create a conducive environment for job creation. The Premier says his government will partner with the private sector to create the much needed jobs in the province.
MKP in Mpumalanga to host separate rallies on Saturday

Feb 14, 2025 | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

The uMkhonto Wesizwe Party (MKP) in Mpumalanga will host separate rallies on Saturday as the party in the province continues to face leadership battles. This follows alleged leadership changes made by the party’s provincial convener, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane. The party has been divided since the removal of the provincial convener Mary Phadi. Phadi was reinstated by the Mpumalanga High Court to her roles last year.
E-waste recycling project launched in Mpumalanga

Feb 1, 2025 | sabcnews.com | Motsebi Monareng

Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environmental Affairs, Bernice Swarts, has launched the e-waste recycling pilot project in Schoemansdal, Nkomazi in Mpumalanga. The pilot project is aimed at encouraging residents across the country to recycle their old and unused electronic waste items. Today’s part 2 of Service Delivery Imbizo and launch of the #E-WasteLaunch recycling is in Schoemansdal.