DID YOU KNOW? | HUMAN RIGHTS MONTH 2026
South Africa commemorates Human Rights Month under the theme "The Bill of Rights at 30 – Making Human Dignity Real.” This month encourages all citizens to reflect on the country’s journey toward equality, justice and freedom for all.
During the apartheid era (1948–1994), many South Africans lost their lives while fighting against injustice. One such event was the Bantu Square Massacre, also known as Black Sunday, which took place on 9 November 1952 in East London during the Defiance Campaign.
On that day, police opened fire on protestors, resulting in the deaths of an estimated 8 to more than 200 people. The tragedy remains a painful reminder of the human rights violations that occurred under apartheid.
As we mark 30 years of the Bill of Rights, we honour those who sacrificed their lives for the freedoms we enjoy today and recommit ourselves to building a society based on human dignity, equality and freedom.
Electricity Tariff Review Programme: Public Participation Meetings
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality invites all residents, businesses, community organisations and stakeholders to take part in the Electricity Tariff Review Programme Public Participation Meetings taking place across the metro.
These engagements form part of the Municipality’s commitment to transparency, accountability and inclusive decision-making. During these sessions, the indicative electricity tariff increase for the 2026/27 financial year will be presented, while residents will have the opportunity to ask questions, raise concerns and submit their inputs before the final decision is taken.
Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Your voice matters. Join the conversation and be part of shaping the future of electricity services in Nelson Mandela Bay.
MAYORAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAMME
No learner should miss school because of dignity.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to ensuring that every learner can attend school with confidence and comfort. By providing sanitary towels and hygiene packs, we help restore dignity, improve attendance, and support the well-being of our young learners.
Support a learner today. Protect their future.
Residents, Keep Your Details Up to Date, Your Vote Depends on It!
Nelson Mandela Bay residents, make sure you’re election-ready for the ongoing by-elections and fully prepared for the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Update your address online in just a few clicks: www.elections.org.za/pw
Stay ready
Stay registered
Stay updated
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Every drop counts Use water wisely and help secure Nelson Mandela Bay’s water future.
Reuse grey water from baths, showers, and laundry to water your garden (where safe to do so). Every drop saved helps
Small actions make a big difference. Let’s conserve water and secure a sustainable future for Nelson Mandela Bay.
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Waste must only be disposed of at permitted landfill or drop-off sites. Fines apply every time an offender is caught under NMBM Waste By-Laws. Protect our environment dispose responsibly. |
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is proud to host the 4th International Conference on Business Models in Agriculture (IBMA) 2026, taking place at the Boardwalk Hotel & Convention Centre from 8–11 March 2026. This prestigious global platform, supported by the South African Government, the Africa Organisation of Technology in Agriculture (AOTA), and key regional partners, will convene leading thinkers, innovators, and industry experts to shape the future of agribusiness. What to expect at IBMA 2026:
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Apply for Debt Relief Now!
Find out if you qualify and take control of your municipal debt today.
Who Can Qualify?
•Nelson Mandela Bay residents
•Businesses and all other entities, including:
•NPOs
•Body Corporates
Who Does Not Qualify?
•Government Departments
•Municipal employees (including councillors) of Nelson Mandela Bay
How & Where to Apply:
Send your completed application to:
accountrelief@mandelametro.gov.za
Or visit your nearest Customer Care Centre for an application form.
Documents Required:
For Domestic Accounts:
•Copy of ID of account holder
•3-month bank statement
For Business Entities & Others:
•Copy of ID of authorised person(s)
•3-month business bank statement
•Letter of authority from the authorised representative
For more information or assistance, contact us on 0800 20 50 50 (press option 5).
Don’t miss this opportunity to catch up on your municipal account and avoid disconnection. Let’s work together to build a financially sustainable Metro.
Ingaba uyasokola ukuhlawula iakhawunti yakho kamasipala? Silapha ukukunceda!
UMasipala iNelson Mandela Bay unika abahlali kunye namashishini ithuba lokubuyela kwindlela ngeNkqubo yokuNciphisa amaTyala, isisombululo esisebenzayo sokunceda ukuhlawula amatyala kamasipala angekagqitywa.
Sizibophelele ekuqinisekiseni ukuba bonke abanini bepropati ababhalisiweyo banokufikelela ngokuzikhethela kwiindlela ezifikelelekayo zokulawula nokuhlawula iiakhawunti zabo.
Ngoncedo, qhagamshelana nathi ku-0800 20 50 50 (Ukhethe u-5)
Okanye i-imeyile accountrelief@mandelametro.gov.za
Thatha inyathelo lokubuyiselwa kwemali ngokuthi ufake isicelo sokuxolelwa kwamatyala ngoku!
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