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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
Govan Mbeki Municipality welcomes new CFO
Govan Mbeki Municipality has appointed Vukosi Nkhata as its new CFO, effective July 1. Her appointment follows the resignation of the former CFO, Murufo Moloto, last year. Nkhata joins the municipality from Lekwa Local Municipality, where she served as CFO from April 2024 until June 30. During her tenure, she played a key role in stabilising Lekwa's finance department by implementing systems that promoted effective and efficient financial management. Nkhata brings over 17 years of experience in public finance and administration, having held several senior roles in the local government sector in Mpumalanga. Her career began as an audit clerk at the Auditor-General of South Africa. She later worked as an advisor under the Municipal Finance Improvement Programme (MFIP). ALSO CHECK: Court sentences Jabulani Nkosi to life for murdering pregnant girlfriend Her leadership roles include: deputy CFO of Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality (seven years); senior manager municipal support Gert Sibande District Municipality (six years); CFO of Lekwa Local Municipality; acting CFO of Govan Mbeki Municipality (October 2020 – October 2022), seconded by Gert Sibande District Municipality. Nkhata holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration, and multiple certifications in municipal finance and leadership, including: • Certificate in Municipal Financial Management • Certificate Programme in Management Development for Municipal Finance • GRAP Implementation in the South African Public Sector • IWFSA Executive Leadership Management Programme • Executive Development Programme • She is pursuing a Master of Public Administration, underscoring her continued commitment to public service excellence. ALSO CHECK: Standerton residents speak out about poorly built homes, health and safety hazards and broken promises Govan Mbeki Municipality has extended its best wishes to Nkhata as she takes on this vital role, expressing confidence in her ability to strengthen financial governance and contribute meaningfully to the municipality's service delivery objectives. Lekwa Municipality has expressed deep appreciation for Nkhata's contributions. As a member of the executive management team, she was instrumental in strengthening internal controls, governance, and oversight. Her work contributed to maintaining a qualified audit opinion and laid a foundation for further improvements. In recognition of her service, the Lekwa Council, management and staff extended their sincere gratitude and best wishes to Nkhata. In the interim, Lekwa has appointed Rethabile Masikane, the manager of budget and financial reporting, as acting CFO while the recruitment process for a permanent replacement is underway. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
India Gazette
29-06-2025
- General
- India Gazette
"Working to lower AQI...conducting study in Nehru Park": Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Sunday announced plans to install outdoor air purifiers at Nehru Park as part of a pilot project to create the city's first 'clean air zone'. The initiative aims to reduce pollution levels in public spaces, particularly in areas with high foot traffic, such as parks. 'AQI is a big challenge in Delhi. We are working to lower the are conducting a study in Nehru Park. As many people come to this area for morning walks and exercise, we are trying to determine if we can lower the AQI in a particular location...,' said Sirsa. Improve air quality in Nehru Park by installing outdoor air purifiers that can cover an area of approximately 600 square meters each. The project will be funded through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships with private firms, ensuring that there is no direct financial burden on the government. The air purifiers use a unique system to capture and store polluting particles, operating 24/7 with minimal maintenance requirements. Earlier today, Sirsa and PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma inspected Nehru Park on Sunday. Delhi recorded a 'satisfactory' AQI of 84 today, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) Nehru Park attracts hundreds of walkers, joggers, and yoga enthusiasts daily, making it an ideal location for testing air purification technology. By reducing pollution levels in public spaces, the initiative aims to create healthier environments for citizens. Earlier on June 15, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked the already enforced Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect after AQI was recorded at 140. The Sub-Committee on GRAP further reviewed the air quality scenario in the region, as well as the forecasts by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the air quality index of Delhi, during its meeting. 'AQI of Delhi has shown consistent improvement due to favourable meteorological conditions, and the AQI of Delhi has been recorded as 140 for June 15, 2025 (in 'Moderate' category). Further, the forecast by IMD/IITM also predicts AQI to mainly remain in the 'Moderate' category in the coming days,' the order issued by the CAQM read. Accordingly, the subcommittee decided to revoke its order, which invoked actions under Stage-I ('Poor' Air Quality) of the extant GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect. 'All the agencies of the concerned State Govts./GNCTD in the NCR, in an effort to sustain the better AQI levels as being experienced currently and not to let the air quality slip to the 'Poor' category, however need to ensure that all statutory directions, advisories, orders etc. issued by the Commission are followed and implemented in right earnest, including the rules/ regulations/ guidelines issued by MoEFCC and the Central Pollution Control Board and related instructions/ guidelines issued by the respective State Govts./GNCTD and Pollution Control Boards/DPCC, across all contributing sectors,' the order read. (ANI)
Time of India
16-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Delhi AQI improves to 140; CAQM lifts GRAP Stage-I restrictions across NCR
New Delhi: With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) improving to 140 on 15 June, 2025, the Commission for Air Quality Management ( CAQM ) revoked Stage-I restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect. According to the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) daily bulletin, the AQI recorded for June 15 stands at 140, placing it in the 'Moderate' category. The Sub-Committee on GRAP of CAQM, which reviewed the air quality and meteorological forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), unanimously decided to withdraw Stage-I measures. 'Keeping in view this trend of improvement in the AQI of Delhi and also the forecasts by IMD/ IITM predicting the average air quality of Delhi to stay in 'Moderate' category in the coming days, the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP unanimously decided to revoke Stage-I of the extant schedule of GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect,' CAQM said. GRAP Stage-I was enforced on June 7, 2025, in the entire NCR in view of deteriorating air quality. However, the panel noted that due to favourable meteorological conditions, Delhi's AQI has remained consistently in the moderate range, with forecasts suggesting similar trends in the coming days. All concerned agencies of State Governments and the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) have been instructed to ensure continued implementation of directions and advisories issued by CAQM, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), CPCB and the respective State Pollution Control Boards/DPCC. The Commission emphasised the importance of sustaining current air quality levels and avoiding any deterioration to the 'Poor' category. Agencies were also reminded to comply with all timelines outlined in CAQM's comprehensive air pollution control policy, particularly on dust mitigation and other sectoral actions. The Sub-Committee stated that it will continue to monitor the air quality in Delhi and surrounding areas and will review the situation based on future forecasts by IMD and IITM for any necessary action.
India Gazette
15-06-2025
- Climate
- India Gazette
Stage-I GRAP measures revoked in Delhi-NCR as AQI drops to 140
New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): As the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 140 on Sunday, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked the already enforced Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect. This comes as the national capital records an AQI of 140, which is still considered 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' but escapes the 'Poor' category. The Sub-Committee on GRAP, in its meeting today, further reviewed the air quality scenario in the region, as well as the forecasts by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the air quality index of Delhi. 'AQI of Delhi has shown consistent improvement due to favorable meteorological conditions and the AQI of Delhi has been recorded as 140 for June 15, 2025, (in 'Moderate' category). Further, the forecast by IMD/IITM also predicts AQI to mainly remain in 'Moderate' category in coming days,' the order issued by the CAQM read. Accordingly, the sub-committee decided to revoke its order, which invoked actions under Stage-I ('Poor' Air Quality) of the extant GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect. 'All the agencies of the concerned State Govts./GNCTD in the NCR, in an effort to sustain the better AQI levels as being experienced currently and not to let the air quality slip to the 'Poor' category, however need to ensure that all statutory directions, advisories, orders etc. issued by the Commission are followed and implemented in right earnest, including the rules/ regulations/ guidelines issued by MoEFCC and the Central Pollution Control Board and related instructions/ guidelines issued by the respective State Govts./GNCTD and Pollution Control Boards/DPCC, across all contributing sectors,' the order read. Earlier on June 7, the CAQM enforced Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR with immediate effect in view of the rising pollution, as the AQI reached 209. An AQI rating is categorised as follows: 0-50 (good), 51-100 (satisfactory), 101-200 (moderate), 201-300 (poor), 301-400 (very poor), and 401-500 (severe). (ANI)
Hans India
15-06-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
GRAP's Stage 1 withdrawn from Delhi-NCR as AQI improves to 'moderate'
Delhiites breathed cleaner air after showers on early Sunday with the Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 140, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) Sub-Committee on Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to revoke actions under Stage-I. 'Today, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) of the day clocked 140 as per the daily AQI Bulletin provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB),' said Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in a statement. While comprehensively reviewing the overall air quality parameters in the region and other aspects, the Sub-Committee said, 'AQI of Delhi has shown consistent improvement due to favourable meteorological conditions and the AQI of Delhi has been recorded as 140 for June 15 (in 'Moderate' category). Further, the forecast by IMD/IITM also predicts AQI to mainly remain in 'Moderate' category in coming days.' 'Therefore, keeping in view this trend of improvement in the AQI of Delhi and also the forecasts by IMD/ IITM predicting the average air quality of Delhi to stay in 'Moderate' category in the coming days (for which forecast is available), the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP unanimously decided to revoke Stage-I of the extant schedule of GRAP in the entire NCR, with immediate effect,' the statement said. It was also stressed that all the agencies of the state governments/GNCTD in the NCR, need to ensure that all statutory directions, advisories and orders issued by the Commission are followed and implemented in right earnest to prevent the air quality from slipping to the 'Poor' category. The sub-committee said that all the agencies concerned are also required to take note of various actions and the targeted timelines as envisaged in the comprehensive policy issued by the Commission to curb air pollution in the NCR and take appropriate actions accordingly in the field, particularly the dust mitigation measures, the statement said. 'The Sub-Committee, shall be keeping a close watch on the air quality scenario and review the situation from time to time for further appropriate decision depending upon the air quality in Delhi and forecast made available by IMD/ IITM,' it said.
