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uMfolozi Municipality

uMfolozi Municipality Hands Over Road, High Mast Lights and Renovated Sport Facility to Communities

The Honourable Mayor of uMfolozi Local Municipality, Councillor Xolani Bhengu, on 02 September 2026, handed over the Khumalo Access Road as well as High Mast Lights in Mphathiswano and Sabhuza communities. Mayor Bhengu also proceeded to Ward 11, where he handed over a refurbished Mawombe Sports Field to the community. The sport field was installed with a new perimeter fence. He also handed over a High Mast Light in the same ward. Mayor Bhengu was accompanied by councillors, the Director of Technical Services, Dr Manqoba Soni, managers, and municipal employees. He encouraged communities to develop a culture of congratulating those who have already received the development they had requested, as this is a sign that development will eventually reach other areas as well. Mayor Bhengu said that the projects he was handing over form part of the municipality’s ongoing development programme and are initiatives that have been implemented annually. Officials from the IEC explained to attendees what they can expect during the upcoming elections. They explained that there will be a white ballot paper for voting for a councillor, a yellow ballot paper for voting for a political party in the municipality, and a green ballot paper for voting for a political party in the district council. They further explained that special voting will take place on 2 and 3 November 2026 for eligible voters, including those who are ill and those unable to travel to voting stations. Applications for special votes may be submitted between 21 September and 12 October 2026, either online or at IEC offices. The general election will take place on 4 November 2026.

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