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Collected on 10 August 2026
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Title Deed and Home Distribution
Over 500 families received title deeds and homes, restoring dignity and securing tenure. This initiative may continue for other qualifying households.
Dignity Restored: Over 500 Families Receive Title Deeds and Homes in uMshwathi.
Reference
https://umshwathi.gov.za/2026/07/20/development-is-visible-across-umshwathi-local-municipality-mayor-mandla-zondi/?utm_source=rss&
Service Provider Introduction for Picnic Site in Ward 1
A service provider has been introduced to the Ward 1 community to manage or operate a picnic site. This opportunity is available to residents and businesses interested in contributing to or using the facility.
SERVICE PROVIDER INTRODUCED TO THE WARD 1 COMMUNITY FOR PICNIC SITE.
Subsidy for Spaza Shop Owners
The municipality subsidises 28 spaza shop owners to support informal traders and strengthen local commerce. This support may be extended to other eligible shop owners.
UMshwathi Municipality Subsidises 28 spaza shop owners.
Bridge Construction Contracts
Contractors have been introduced to construct bridges in the municipality. This presents an opportunity for construction firms and suppliers to participate in infrastructure development.
UMshwathi Municipality introduced contractors who will be constructing bridges.
Hiking Event and Cable Car Activation Initiative
The municipality hosted a hiking event to promote tourism and activate the proposed cable car in Applesbostch, oZwathini. This initiative supports tourism development and public engagement.
uMshwathi Local Municipality successfully hosted a hiking event not just to celebrate Nelson Mandela Day but as part of enhancing local tourism economic and activating the proposed cable car in Applesbostch, oZwathini.
Youth Summit on Skills, Entrepreneurship and Civic Participation
The uMshwathi Youth Summit empowers young people through skills development, entrepreneurship training, and civic engagement. It provides opportunities for youth to gain experience and contribute to community development.
uMshwathi Youth Summit Empowers Young People Through Skills, Entrepreneurship and Civic Participation.
Big Walk and Aerobics for Social Change Initiative
This initiative promotes healthy lifestyles and addresses social ills through physical activity and community engagement. It is open to all residents seeking wellness and social cohesion.
uMshwathi Local Municipality hosted a Big Walk and Aerobics for Social Change initiative aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles while addressing the growing challenge of social ills within the community.
Support Programme for SMMEs and Emerging Farmers
The municipality has implemented a support programme to empower small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and emerging farmers. This includes access to resources, training, and financial assistance.
uMshwathi Municipality successfully implemented a support programme aimed at empowering Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) and emerging farmers.
