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Ubuhlebezwe is committed to delivering basic service to all citizens by the year 2030

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Ubuhlebezwe Municipality – A Beacon of Growth and Heritage

The municipality has undertaken several projects aimed at improving infrastructure, service delivery, and community development.These projects aim to boost economic growth, improve living conditions, and enhance service delivery in the Ubuhlebezwe area.

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Welcome to our Leadership Section, where Mayor Elizabeth Bathobile Ngubo and Municipal Manager M.E. Mkhize guide our municipality with a focus on transparent governance and efficient service delivery. Together, they drive growth and meet the needs of our community.

The Mayor

Her Worship Mayor :
E.B. Ngubo

Her Worship Mayor Elizabeth Bathobile Ngubo serves as the mayor of Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality, located in the Harry Gwala District, KwaZulu-Natal. Mayor Ngubo plays an active role in addressing community concerns, such as resolving service delivery issues like power outages. She works closely with municipal leadership and external stakeholders like Eskom to ensure timely solutions are provided to the public.

Municipal Manager

Municipal Manager:

M.E. Mkhize

M.E. Mkhize is the Municipal Manager of Ubuhlebezwe Local Municipality. In this role, Mkhize oversees the administration of the municipality, ensuring that the municipality’s operations align with its goals and regulatory requirements. Mkhize also plays a pivotal role in working with the municipal council and other stakeholders to ensure smooth governance and development projects within the municipality

Understanding Ubuhlebezwe

The vision and mission guide the municipality's operations, ensuring it prioritizes equitable service delivery, fosters economic growth, and upholds the values of transparency and accountability in governance.

Vision: To provide quality services and sustainable economic growth within the available resources.

Mission Statement: Ubuhlebezwe Municipality is committed to delivering basic services to all its citizens by the year 2030, promoting sustainable socio-economic development through the principles of good governance.

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Whether you’re curious about our services, our process, or how we can help your business succeed, you’ll find the information you need right here.

Whether you’re curious about our services, our process, or how we can help your business succeed, you’ll find the information you need right here.

Whether you’re curious about our services, our process, or how we can help your business succeed, you’ll find the information you need right here.

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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT - AUCTION POSTPONED

Please be advised that the public auction previously scheduled for 18 July 2025 at Peace Initiative Hall, eXobho has been postponed until further notice.

This includes the viewing session originally planned for 17 July 2025.
The postponement affects the auction of vehicles, furniture, and other listed items.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. A new date will be communicated in due course.
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT - AUCTION POSTPONED

Please be advised that the public auction previously scheduled for 18 July 2025 at Peace Initiative Hall, eXobho has been postponed until further notice.

This includes the viewing session originally planned for 17 July 2025.
The postponement affects the auction of vehicles, furniture, and other listed items.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. A new date will be communicated in due course.

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Power outage ofafa?

Ngiyaqonda ihlehlisiwe iAuction but ngiyacela onolwazi angicacisele ngenqubo yeauction nangalemali ebhaliwe eyani ubuye futhi uphathe ozakuthenga ngayo🤔

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality hereby invites the public to participate in an auction. The auction list includes a Toyota Hilux Double Cab, Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Corolla, and other items.

The auction t is scheduled for 18 July 2025 at Peace Initiative Hall, eXobho, with registration from 10:00 to 11:00 and the auction running from 11:00 to 16:00.

A viewing session will take place on 17 July 2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

A refundable deposit is required: R5,000 for vehicles and R1,000 for furniture and other items.

All payments can be made at the cashiers or via EFT; contact us for details. The deposit will be refundable to all unsuccessful bidders within 14 days after the auction. Successful bidders must pay the balance and collect their items within 5 working days after the auction.

All above mentioned are subject to change without prior notice. Bidders are to provide a copy of identity document and proof of residence upon registration.

BANKING DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• Name of Bank: Nedbank
• Account Holder: Johannes Phumani Phungula Municipality
• Account Type: Cheque
• Account Number: 1214909418
• Branch Code: 19765

For inquiries, please contact Mr. Mhlongo or Ms. Siyata at 039 834 7700.
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality hereby invites the public to participate in an auction. The auction list includes a Toyota Hilux Double Cab, Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Corolla, and other items. 

The auction t is scheduled for 18 July 2025 at Peace Initiative Hall, eXobho, with registration from 10:00 to 11:00 and the auction running from 11:00 to 16:00. 

A viewing session will take place on 17 July 2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

A refundable deposit is required: R5,000 for vehicles and R1,000 for furniture and other items. 

All payments can be made at the cashiers or via EFT; contact us for details. The deposit will be refundable to all unsuccessful bidders within 14 days after the auction. Successful bidders must pay the balance and collect their items within 5 working days after the auction. 

All above mentioned are subject to change without prior notice. Bidders are to provide a copy of identity document and proof of residence upon registration.

BANKING DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• Name of Bank: Nedbank
• Account Holder: Johannes Phumani Phungula Municipality
• Account Type: Cheque
• Account Number: 1214909418
• Branch Code: 19765

For inquiries, please contact Mr. Mhlongo or Ms. Siyata at 039 834 7700.

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Ngiyafisa ongangichazele ngeAuction ukusebenza kwayo kusuka ekuqaleni kuyofika ekugcineni

Thembeka Dlamini asiyobuka noma singenamali

[PICTURES 📸]SPORTS AGAINST CRIME

Talent Takes a Stand, eXobho says NO to crime through the power of Sports, Arts and Culture at Morningside Sportfield!
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[PICTURES 📸]SPORTS AGAINST CRIME 

Talent Takes a Stand, eXobho says NO to crime through the power of Sports, Arts and Culture at Morningside Sportfield!Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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@followers

Thank with a track and field ground,now I can start to daughter. I was so worried about with her love of running. Thank you.

Indlela yokudla imali

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UKUVULWA NGOKUSEMTHETHWENI KWE MORNINGSIDE SPORTFIELD

UMaspala, namuhla, uvule ngokusemthethweni inkundla yezemidlalo iMorningside Sportfield esanda kulungiswa kabusha.

Uhlelo luqale ngemashi enokuthula engqungquzela ukulwisana nobugebengu ebisuka e-Disaster Centre iya eMorningside Sportfield.

Imidlalo eyahlukene(okuhlanganisa ibhola lezinyawo, inetball, nemidlalo yomdabu) iyaqhubeka kuyo le nkundla nase Jeffery Zungu Sportfields
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UKUVULWA NGOKUSEMTHETHWENI KWE MORNINGSIDE SPORTFIELD

UMaspala, namuhla, uvule ngokusemthethweni inkundla yezemidlalo iMorningside Sportfield esanda kulungiswa kabusha. 

Uhlelo luqale ngemashi enokuthula engqungquzela ukulwisana nobugebengu ebisuka e-Disaster Centre iya eMorningside Sportfield. 

Imidlalo eyahlukene(okuhlanganisa ibhola lezinyawo, inetball, nemidlalo yomdabu) iyaqhubeka kuyo le nkundla nase Jeffery Zungu SportfieldsImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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Is this available to the community of Exobho

Sbonge 💚💛🖤

🥲scela ukungancishwa ker kodwa njenge turf

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KUVULWE NGOKUSEMTHETHWENI I-SKHUNYANA HALL KANYE NOXHASO LO SOMABHIZINISI ABANCANE

Namuhla, iMeya kaMasipala iJohannes Phumani Phungula, uCllr Bathobile Ngubo, uvule ngokusemthethweni iHholo lomphakathi elisha, i-Skhunyana Hall, kuWadi 14.

Ngaphezu kwalokho, uMeya uNgubo unikele ngoxhaso kosomabhizinisi abasafufusa.

Ekhuluma kulo mcimbi, uMeya uNgubo ugcizelele ukubaluleka kokuthuthukisa imiphakathi yakithi, “Asakhi nje izakhiwo kuphela, sakha amathuba. Ngokutshala izimali ezinhlelweni zomphakathi kanye nokweseka amabhizinisi amancane, sakha ikusasa eliqhakazile emphakathini wethu,” kusho uMeya Ngubo.
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KUVULWE NGOKUSEMTHETHWENI I-SKHUNYANA HALL KANYE NOXHASO LO SOMABHIZINISI ABANCANE

Namuhla, iMeya kaMasipala iJohannes Phumani Phungula, uCllr Bathobile Ngubo, uvule ngokusemthethweni iHholo lomphakathi elisha, i-Skhunyana Hall, kuWadi 14.

Ngaphezu kwalokho, uMeya uNgubo unikele ngoxhaso kosomabhizinisi abasafufusa.

Ekhuluma kulo mcimbi, uMeya uNgubo ugcizelele ukubaluleka kokuthuthukisa imiphakathi yakithi, “Asakhi nje izakhiwo kuphela, sakha amathuba. Ngokutshala izimali ezinhlelweni zomphakathi kanye nokweseka amabhizinisi amancane, sakha ikusasa eliqhakazile emphakathini wethu,” kusho uMeya Ngubo.Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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Cela ukubuza ukuthi konje kukephi kaskhonyane

Qhuba mama meyor usuku nosuku uyadeliver💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

Nakhu ngibona nomalume wami

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UKUVULWA KWE MORNINGSIDE SPORTFIELD

UMaspala, kusasa, uzovula ngokusemthethweni inkundla yezemidlalo iMorningside Sportfield esanda kulungiswa kabusha, uhlelo lumi kanje:

* INDAWO: Exobho, Morningside, Ward 4
* USUKU: 28 Juni 2025, ngoMgqibelo

Uhlelo luzoqala ngemashi enokuthula ezosuka e-Disaster Centre iya eMorningside Sportfield ngo-07:30 AM.

Ukuvulwa ngokusemthethweni kanye nokunikezelwa kwenkundla kuzoba ngo-08:00 ekuseni, okuholwa nguMeya uCllr Bathobile Ngubo.

Lokhu kuzolandelwa yimidlalo eyahlukene(okuhlanganisa ibhola lezinyawo, inetball, nemidlalo yomdabu) ezoqala ngo-09:00 AM.

Lo mcimbi sizowusingatha ngokubambisana noMnyango wezokuPhepha koMphakathi KwaZulu-Natal.
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UKUVULWA KWE MORNINGSIDE SPORTFIELD

UMaspala, kusasa, uzovula ngokusemthethweni inkundla yezemidlalo iMorningside Sportfield esanda kulungiswa kabusha, uhlelo lumi kanje:

* INDAWO: Exobho, Morningside, Ward 4
* USUKU: 28 Juni 2025, ngoMgqibelo 

Uhlelo luzoqala ngemashi enokuthula ezosuka e-Disaster Centre iya eMorningside Sportfield ngo-07:30 AM. 

Ukuvulwa ngokusemthethweni kanye nokunikezelwa kwenkundla kuzoba ngo-08:00 ekuseni, okuholwa nguMeya uCllr Bathobile Ngubo. 

Lokhu kuzolandelwa yimidlalo eyahlukene(okuhlanganisa ibhola lezinyawo, inetball, nemidlalo yomdabu) ezoqala ngo-09:00 AM. 

Lo mcimbi sizowusingatha ngokubambisana noMnyango wezokuPhepha koMphakathi KwaZulu-Natal.

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Liphelil yin lusaqothukile aiboo...bazolimala bantu bazodlal lapha

Did Morningside name change to Morniside?

Besingakujabulela ukufika njengabaculi nendawo sozonandisa🙏🏾

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CALL FOR FUNDING PROPOSALS
SUPPORT FOR SMMEs & CO-OPERATIVES | 2025/2026

Empowering Local Enterprises | Building a Resilient Local Economy

Johannes Phumani Phungula (JPP) Local Municipality invites local entrepreneurs, informal traders, co-operatives, and SMMEs to apply for Grant Funding as part of our commitment to Local Economic Development (LED).

Priority will be given to businesses seeking support for non-perishable equipment and infrastructure needs.



PURPOSE
• Promote a thriving local economy
• Enhance competitiveness through enterprise-driven development



FUNDING TIERS
TIER 1: INFORMAL & MICRO ENTERPRISES
Funding range: R0 – R50,000
For informal and micro businesses

TIER 2: SMALL ENTERPRISES
Funding range: R50,001 – R150,000
For small businesses ready to grow

TIER 3: MEDIUM ENTERPRISES & HIGH-IMPACT PROJECTS
Funding range: R150,001 – R300,000
For registered businesses and co-operatives with job creation potential



WHO CAN APPLY
Businesses that:
• Operate within JPP Municipality
• Have a clear business plan or concept
• Can create or sustain jobs
• Are SARS compliant (if applicable)
• Are previously disadvantaged



REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
• Completed Application Form
• Business Plan or Motivation
• ID Copies of owners or members
• Informal Trading Permit (Tier 1)
• Business Registration Documents (Tier 2 & 3)
• Valid SARS Tax Pin (Tier 2 & 3)
• BBBEE Certificate or Affidavit (Tier 2 & 3)
• Business Bank Statements:
• Tier 2: Last 18 months
• Tier 3: Last 3 years
• Lease, Title Deed, or PTO (Tier 2 & 3)
• Signed Declaration of Interest (Tier 2 & 3)
• Quotations matching requested funding amount
• Sector or Environmental approvals (if applicable)



HOW TO APPLY
Submit your completed application in person at:
Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality Offices
4 Commertial Street, Ixopo, 3276 (White House)

CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2025 AT 15:00

No late, faxed, emailed, or posted applications will be accepted.



IMPORTANT NOTES
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified
• The Municipality does not charge any application fees
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• All information will be treated with strict confidentiality



ENQUIRIES
Mr N.H. Mkhize – LED & Tourism Manager
Email: nhmkhize@ubuhlebezwe.gov.za
Tel: 039 201 0861 / 072 939 3953
Website: www.ubuhlebezwe.gov.za
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CALL FOR FUNDING PROPOSALS
SUPPORT FOR SMMEs & CO-OPERATIVES | 2025/2026

Empowering Local Enterprises | Building a Resilient Local Economy

Johannes Phumani Phungula (JPP) Local Municipality invites local entrepreneurs, informal traders, co-operatives, and SMMEs to apply for Grant Funding as part of our commitment to Local Economic Development (LED).

Priority will be given to businesses seeking support for non-perishable equipment and infrastructure needs.

⸻

PURPOSE
 • Promote a thriving local economy
 • Enhance competitiveness through enterprise-driven development

⸻

FUNDING TIERS
TIER 1: INFORMAL & MICRO ENTERPRISES
Funding range: R0 – R50,000
For informal and micro businesses

TIER 2: SMALL ENTERPRISES
Funding range: R50,001 – R150,000
For small businesses ready to grow

TIER 3: MEDIUM ENTERPRISES & HIGH-IMPACT PROJECTS
Funding range: R150,001 – R300,000
For registered businesses and co-operatives with job creation potential

⸻

WHO CAN APPLY
Businesses that:
 • Operate within JPP Municipality
 • Have a clear business plan or concept
 • Can create or sustain jobs
 • Are SARS compliant (if applicable)
 • Are previously disadvantaged

⸻

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
 • Completed Application Form
 • Business Plan or Motivation
 • ID Copies of owners or members
 • Informal Trading Permit (Tier 1)
 • Business Registration Documents (Tier 2 & 3)
 • Valid SARS Tax Pin (Tier 2 & 3)
 • BBBEE Certificate or Affidavit (Tier 2 & 3)
 • Business Bank Statements:
  • Tier 2: Last 18 months
  • Tier 3: Last 3 years
 • Lease, Title Deed, or PTO (Tier 2 & 3)
 • Signed Declaration of Interest (Tier 2 & 3)
 • Quotations matching requested funding amount
 • Sector or Environmental approvals (if applicable)

⸻

HOW TO APPLY
Submit your completed application in person at:
Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality Offices
4 Commertial Street, Ixopo, 3276 (White House)

CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2025 AT 15:00

No late, faxed, emailed, or posted applications will be accepted.

⸻

IMPORTANT NOTES
 • Incomplete applications will be disqualified
 • The Municipality does not charge any application fees
 • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
 • All information will be treated with strict confidentiality

⸻

ENQUIRIES
Mr N.H. Mkhize – LED & Tourism Manager
Email: nhmkhize@ubuhlebezwe.gov.za
Tel: 039 201 0861 / 072 939 3953
Website: www.ubuhlebezwe.gov.za

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Lapho ngiyidingani ke le funding siyazicelela nj nisinike bo ngnalo nj nekhono lokuthunga bandla 🤣🤣🤣

🙏🙏🙏

Mpumelelo Zulu Zifikeleh

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Nalezinhlelo zincolile ziletha abantu abancolile uNxumalo bezoqamba amanga

Yini ningayi okhozini niyokhuluma kusamele sicele khozi FM lisicelele mayor jjp ne Harry gwala icelwa abahlali banemibuzo

Into engiphethe kabi nje kthiwa kuhamba kahle Harry Gwala but asinamanzi eHlokozi kwafakwa ompompi kodwa amanzi awaphumi. Kwaqalwa itiyela kodwa alisaqhubeki lime unomphelo ... Kungani sisikazwa ngeNtuthuko?

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Uyoqamba amanga lo 👉

Ningakhohlwa njalo ukuthi kwenziwa ngo Past 4:30

"Uyabona ukuthi uphuthu luphelile, nyakaza!" 😭😭iyona kphela indoda engyaziyo eyanqaba ukthunywa uphuthu...

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