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13 Nov, 2018
Increase in municipal managers’ salaries immoral
It is upsetting that, during a time where the country is battling a high unemployment rate and other negative economic factors, municipal managers and those directly reporting to them will receive pay hikes. The United Democratic Movement condemns this immoral decision in the strongest possible terms. This is a total insult to all South Africans who continue to feel the pinch. We do not see the need for this increment whilst there are other key areas on which money should be spent. Seen in this light, this move by Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize makes absolutely no sense. The ruling party prioritises their stomachs over our people and they need to realise that it takes them for granted while using their votes as a golden ticket to line their pockets. Elections are just a few months off and it is time for voters to make right the choices and show them their due. Issued by: Mr Bongani Msomi UDM Secretary General
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06 Nov, 2018
8 years is not enough for Uitenhage rapist dad
The United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) is pleased to see that it is true that “ityala aliboli”. The sentencing of the retired Salvation Army captain, Lionel Potgieter, who raped his daughter since an early age is a typical example. In as much as he finally got what he deserved, eight years is not enough. Chantel was viciously abused and tortured for six years during her formative years. Nothing can ever bring back Chantelle’s youth. She never had a life of being a child, because someone she looked up to and who was supposed to protect her, abused her instead. It is heart-breaking that, most of the time, the law favours the perpetrators over the victims. UDEMWO calls for harsher punitive measures to be meted out to those who abuse women and children. Issued by: Thandi Nontenja UDEMWO Secretary General
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04 Nov, 2018
Bobani’s bank account inspected, says attorney
The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has noted that Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Executive Mayor Mongameli Bobani’s attorneys, Danie Gouws Attorneys, have, after inspecting his bank accounts, found that there is nothing untoward in his personal bank account or that he received any kind of irregular payment/s from Heerkos Projects. The allegations made in the media, in particular The Herald, pertain to the NMB Integrated Public Transport System (IPTS) and alleged payments to Bobani by one Fareed Fakir’s company, Heerkos Projects. The Party shall henceforth be guided by the outcome of the Hawks’ investigation into the IPTS. The UDM will only act if the National Prosecuting Authority finds prima facie evidence of corruption involving Mr Bobani. Issued by: Mr Bantu Holomisa, MP
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30 Oct, 2018
Increased fatalities on SA roads not acceptable
The high number of fatalities on our roads over the past few weeks is disturbing. What is of greater concern is that these accidents happened during Transport Month, which amongst others, was looking at curbing road fatalities. Year on year far too many travellers do not reach their destinations and as people gear up for the festive season we hope that this year’s statistics will show a decline in accidents and fatalities. The United Democratic Movement (UDM) calls on all road users to take greater care and responsibility whilst using our highways and byways. Also, it is high time that taxi drivers take responsibility for the lives they carry. Drunk driving and jaywalking must stop. All vehicles must be roadworthy especially those that carry passengers; not only are passengers at risk but also those who are driving around one. The UDM calls on traffic departments to be more visible as we get closer to the period where road usage peaks. All stakeholders, drivers included, must do more to ensure that this year we reach a zero-rate for road accidents. Issued by: Bongani Msomi UDM Secretary General
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25 Oct, 2018
UDM KwaZulu-Natal calls for Endumeni municipal manager to resign or to be suspended with immediate effect
UDM KwaZulu-Natal calls for Endumeni municipal manager to resign or to be suspended with immediate effect After our media statement of 23 October 2018 regarding deeply concerning issues in the Endumeni Municipality in the uMzinyathi District, the United Democratic Movement in KwaZulu Natal were given explosive documents that should make the Endumeni municipal manager’s life very uncomfortable. The documents contain damning proof of the municipal manager ‘s gross negligence and/or corruption by improperly and irregularly signing a contract worth R 969 000, which he has since tried to nullify by withdrawing an appointment letter. Such action has been challenged in court by the concerned service provider and is due to be heard on 6 December 2018 in the Pietermaritzburg High Court. 1. The appointment letter was signed by the municipal manager on 8 June 2018. 2. The contract which states that 50% of the contractual value (R484 500) is payable within thirty days of signing the contract, was signed by the municipal manager on 26 June 2018. 3. On 30 August 2018, the municipal manager wrote to the service provider to withdraw the letter of appointment, citing among other reasons that “Your document was incomplete as you had not filed MBD 1 nor MBD 3.1 which are compulsory to Special Conditions of Bid, point no. 10”. 4. On 15 October 2018 the concerned service provider filed a court application to enforce the contract. The sequence of events clearly proves either gross negligence and/or corruption on the part of the municipal manager. It is very disturbing that the Inkatha Freedom Party-led coalition with the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), is keeping mum on this and by implication intend to cause further financial losses at the expense of the Endumeni residents. The UDM KZN, urges both the DA and the EFF particularly, to put Endumeni residents first by personally pushing for the removal of the municipal manager and holding him accountable for the already lost municipal funds. Issued by Mr Boysey Gumede Interim Provincial Secretary UDM in KwaZulu-Natal
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25 Oct, 2018
Request for investigation in navy contracts
Honourable Ms Nosiviwe N Mapisa-Nqakula Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Room 1418, Floor 14 120 Plein Street CAPE TOWN 8000 Dear Honourable Mapisa-Nqakula REQUEST FOR AN URGENT INVESTIGATION: APPOINTMENT OF PRIVATE CONTRACT FOR THE RENDERING OF A MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF OPERATIONAL MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY WESTERN CAPE REGION FOR A THREE YEARS PERIOD The above has reference. The awarding of the bid for the maintenance and repair of operational mechanical equipment for the SA navy in the Western Cape region, to RA Govender CC, appears to be irregular and corrupt. This claim is based on the documents in my possession which I am sharing with you. Amongst the disturbing revelations, are the following: • The compliance history report from the Central Supplier Database for government (CSD), shows that RA Govender CC was Non-Tax Compliant at the time of awarding the bid. • RA Govender CC has claimed to have the necessary and requisite capacity to deliver on the terms of the reference, yet has subcontracted his service resulting to the cost of the contract ballooning to more than R52 million. • The sub-contractors are not registered with Workmen’s compensation, non-BBBEE compliant and were not vetted for operating in a National Key Point. Furthermore I drawn your attention to the following files, that were fiddled with in order to fraudulently influence the bidding, and in particular, the pricing process. • SPSC Bid 012 / 2015 • SPSC Bid 050 / 2015 • SPSC Bid 1051 / 2015 • SPSC Bid 1652 / 2015 On 16 November 2016, REAR ADMIRAL (JG) Mkhonto, a Director of Fleet Logistics, did not support the recommendation to award the bid to RA Govender CC. A signed document by someone going by the name of “Lamola” suggest that Mkhonto had directed this person to act on behalf of his support. Therefore this is contradictory to the one singed by Mkhonto and dated 16 November 2016. Accordingly, I request that your department appoint credible and independent bodies to conduct a detailed investigation of these allegations. I will be pleased to be advised on the steps taken by your office. Sincerely yours, Mr. Bantu Holomisa, MP President of the United Democratic Movement
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25 Oct, 2018
UDEMWO welcomes the decision of zero-rated sanitary pads
The United Democratic Movement Women’s Organisation (UDEMWO) welcomes the announcement by the Finance Minister Tito Mboweni for sanitary pads to be zero-rated. This step in the right direction is long overdue however; to say it will only kick off next year is too far. It should be with immediate effect. The struggle of young girls being unable to access pads has been an on-going tussle for a very long time. If the government is able to provide condoms for free for all men while women are paying for the pads, the decision is the least the government can do. We are calling upon government to expedite the rolling out of pads. Many girls are still forced to skip school due to the lack of this primary need. We are however glad that there is someone who sees a need of the very poor in a government which otherwise seems to care only for itself. Issued by: Thandi Nontenja UDEMWO Secretary General
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23 Oct, 2018
UDM KwaZulu-Natal on deeply concerning issues in the uMzinyathi District
UDM KwaZulu-Natal on deeply concerning issues in the uMzinyathi District 1. Endumeni Municipality The United Democratic Movement (UDM) in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), has noted the worrisome news that was published by the Independent Newspaper’s Daily News on 16 October 2018 re: “Forensic report uncovers rampant corruption at Endumeni Municipality”. After this, it was reported on 22 October 2018 by the Northern Natal Courier that the Endumeni mayor had resigned, with a further report on Tuesday 23 October 2018 by the same newspaper that the “Hawks swoop[ed] on Endumeni Municipality”. We applaud the KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Nomusa Dube-Ncube and the Hawks for their swift action. However, the MEC is cautioned to always be impartial and to, accordingly investigate all issues reported to her. The UDM KZN encourages both the DA and the EFF to put the Endumeni community first as the new mayor is bound to be elected. The MEC’s stated fraud, corruption and maladministration as well as the irregular, unauthorised and fruitless expenditure in Endumeni happened under their watch as they had a hand in the election of both the mayor and the speaker of this council. These two parties must clearly display their stance on thievery, corruption and maladministration by abstaining when the new mayor is elected. 2. Msinga municipality – Pomeroy Pomeroy is the only proclaimed town under the Msinga local municipality, but it remains the least developed town. The UDM-KZN encourages all three levels of government to be sensitive in terms of the development of Pomeroy to unlock its potential as the economic hub of this municipality. The required infrastructure are things like water, sewerage systems and electricity lines suitable for a town. In that process, many jobs will be created, and it will contribute positively in reducing the 98% unemployment level in the area. The municipality is encouraged to locate some of its offices/departments in Pomeroy, such as a library, traffic and licencing departments, as well as a town-planning department. Provincial government should build schools, colleges and establish social development offices in town and national government is encouraged to open a home affairs office. Upon these levels of government spearheading such moves, the rest will follow. Mr Boysey Gumede Interim Provincial Secretary
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