Addressing the media, Executive Mayor of Makana, Cllr. V. Lwana(l), MEC, X. Tom(c) and V.Mona (Acting GM,DSRAC)

Today sees the start of the 35th edition of the National Arts Festival, under the theme: “10 days of Amazing”. Like children in a sweetshop, arts lovers will be spoilt for choice ranging from plays, arts & crafts exhibitions, modern & traditional dance, music shows, etc.

The Municipality Manager being interviwed by SABC Sport at the PVA

Cold and wet weather could not dampen the spirits of crowds that flocked to Miki Yili Stadium, Makana Municipality’s public viewing area (PVA) to watch the last games of the Fifa Confederations Cup matches. Makana is one of only two government accredited PVA’s in the province, and it is believed that it will also be one of the official PVA’s for the 2010 World Cup.

All managers of the Municipality today came together to discuss issues that relate to the smooth running of the institution at the newly revamped Makana Resort formerly known as the Caravan Park. The renovations cost just over R20 million.

Once again the Municipality will embark on a public participation process in finalizing its budget for 2009/10 as required by both the Municipal Systems Act No. 32 of 2000 and the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003. This follows the 2007 Integrated Development Plan consultation process where residents identified issues/projects they would like the Municipality to focus on between 2007 to 2012.

Municipal Bursary beneficiaries from left to right, Simthembile Mamani, Wanda Mboleka, Ziyanda Ndawuni, Masixole Bodla and Mthunzi Fatyi

It was a moving ceremony when Makana Municipal Bursaries were handed over to beneficiaries recently. Five University students were each awarded R10 000 to assist with their studies for the 2009 academic year.