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The Citizen
2 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
City of uMhlathuze builds pedestrian bridges for local community
Having been forced to travel long, often unsafe distances to access schools and essential services, residents of Ward 11 in eNtuze reserve celebrated the completion of two vital pedestrian bridges. Responding to this long-standing demand from the community, City of uMhlathuze Mayor Xolani Ngwezi said, 'The newly-built pedestrian bridges now offer safe, direct routes, saving time and improving access across the area.' He said these benefit schoolchildren and the elderly, who are among those most affected by poor infrastructure. Ngwezi extended his gratitude to all stakeholders, city officials, and the construction teams whose co-operation made this achievement possible. 'We are committed to serving our communities with integrity and dedication. 'The City of uMhlathuze remains determined to deliver quality services and infrastructure to all communities, and we are working swiftly to ensure no one is left behind,' said Ngwezi. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
25-06-2025
- IOL News
Charge against City of uMhlathuze mayor Xolani Ngwezi dropped
A crimen injuria charge against City of uMhlathuze mayor Xolani Ngwezi has been withdrawn. Image: City of uMhlathuze / Facebook A senior public prosecutor has declined to enroll a crimen injuria case against City of uMhlathuze mayor Councillor Xolani Ngwezi, effectively bringing the matter to a close. This is according to a statement released by the City of uMhlathuze in Richards Bay. The municipality said that the prosecutor had concluded 'after consideration of the docket, concluded that the evidence presented does not establish a prima facie case and is devoid of a reasonable prospect of a successful prosecution.' The matter had been scheduled for a first court appearance on June 24. However, the charge was withdrawn before the court hearing could commence. The development follows allegations circulated on social media, claiming that Ngwezi had been arrested on corruption-related charges. The City refuted those claims the next day, stating they were 'patently false, defamatory in nature, and devoid of any factual basis.' At the time, the City clarified that Ngwezi had not been arrested but had voluntarily presented himself to the Richards Bay South African Police Service (SAPS) on June 17 after learning of a minor complaint of crimen injuria. 'The mayor was not placed under arrest nor was he detained at any stage,' the City said in its June 19 statement. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ The City said this week that the charges were 'spurious, vexatious, and politically motivated, tantamount to nothing more than an attempt to impugn the dignity and reputation of the Honourable Mayor.' 'This constituted an orchestrated smear campaign designed to cause public doubt and discredit the leadership of the Mayor,' the City said. It also commended the 'professionalism and impartiality demonstrated by the prosecuting authority in applying the law without fear, favour, or prejudice, notwithstanding sustained pressure from certain political parties, media houses, and individuals with ulterior motives.' The municipality said Ngwezi remains committed to 'delivering effective, transparent, and accountable governance in service of the community.' THE MERCURY
