The Bulletin

22/07/2025

𝗠𝗽𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 - 𝗗𝗔 𝗠𝗣𝗟 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗽𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁, 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀

Mbombela, July 22, 2025 - In a statement delivered to the Mpumalanga Legislature today, DA MPL Trudie Grovè-Morgan sharply criticised the Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs' (DARDLEA) 2025/26 budget of R1.6 billion, accusing the department of "deliberate misinformation" and a pattern of unfulfilled promises.

Grovè-Morgan, in her capacity as a Democratic Alliance Member of the Provincial Legislature, expressed concerns about the department's allocation, particularly highlighting the stalled Mpumalanga International Fresh Produce Market and the misrepresented status of the Mkhondo Agri-Hub.

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News DA MPL Critiques Mpumalanga Agriculture Budget, Cites Misleading Claims Encee van Huyssteen - July 22, 2025 0 Mbombela, July 22, 2025 – In a statement delivered to the Mpumalanga Legislature today, DA MPL Trudie Grovè-Morgan sharply criticised the Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural ...

22/07/2025

SAAI - Parliamentary Report on Farm Safety

Shortly after the disagreement on the Parliamentary report on Farm Safety between the DA and the VF+, SAAI released the statement below

The report on farm safety presented before Parliament marks a significant breakthrough in acknowledging one of agriculture’s greatest challenges.

However, it still falls short and is out of touch with the realities that farmers face on the ground every day. In the contentious parliamentary debate surrounding the report, Saai will not side with the Freedom Front Plus (FF+) or the Democratic Alliance (DA), but—as true to our calling—will articulate the voice of the farmers.

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News SAAI – Parliamentary Report on Farm Safety Encee van Huyssteen - July 21, 2025 0 Shortly after the disagreement on the Parliamentary report on Farm Safety between the DA and the VF+, SAAI released the statement below. But first a little background on SAAI. The Southern African Agri Initiative...

22/07/2025

Trichardt - Round Table Secunda 231 collected an amazing 1300 blankets for charity!

🔥 Blankets, Beats & Big Hearts – Warmfees 2025 Wrap-Up 🔥

On 11 & 12 July 2025, the heart of the Govern Mbeki area came alive as Round Table Secunda 231 teamed up with the 41ers Secunda Round Table for their beloved annual project Warmfees in partnership with Martin Bester and his band from Jacaranda FM.

This wasn't just any jol. Warmfees brought the community together with a mission; warm bodies, full hearts, and unforgettable vibes.

🎟 Entry = 1 Blanket per Person per Day
Over two days, the community showed up in full force and donated a phenomenal ±1,300 blankets. These will be distributed within the Govan Mbeki area over the next few days, a reminder that small actions, when multiplied, make a massive difference.

🎤 The music line-up lit up the stage with top-tier talent:

Martin Bester & Band

Loufi

Scallywag

Altus Theart

Zaan Sonnekus

Mauritzka Delport

🍔 Festival-goers browsed through stalls selling everything from food to fashion, toys to handmade crafts.
🧒 The kiddies' play area was free and full of laughs.
🍻 Thirsty? The lekker watergat had everyone sorted with various ice-cold refreshments.

🍲 Warmfees proudly hosted its first-ever Potjiekos Competition and judging by the turnout (and aromas), it won’t be the last! Big congrats to the winner.
🚗 As tradition holds, the Car Sound and Show & Shine competitions brought the noise and the shine, well done to all the winners!

A massive thank you to our Six major sponsors:

Safety Horizon Services

Sotran trading

Laerskool Trichardt

DP Enterprise

Top Fix

HJL Auto Wares

To all the other sponsors and partners, your support made Warmfees the success it was. We truly couldn't have done it without you.

💥 In July 2026, Warmfees returns for its 4th year, and we're setting our sights high: 2,000+ blankets!
With the same spirit and community backing, there’s no doubt we’ll smash that goal.

Until next time – stay warm, stay kind, and stay ready.
Warmfees is more than a festival. It’s a movement.

22/07/2025

eMbalenhle - Vukanini Schools handover

Mr Fanyana Sibanyoni did a ceremonial handover to 17 primary schools in GMM before distributing it to different "delivery" taxis.

Vukanini had been doing this every year.

They are handing over shoes, uniforms, sanitary towels and school stationery.

Thank you for the great work that you are doing!

21/07/2025

Evander - Khulula Animal Welfare Society

🧡🐾💜 NELSON MANDELA DAY CHALLENGE SUCCESS 💜🐾🧡

🐾 113/67 dog tins 🏆

🐾 72/67 cat tins 🥇

🐾 6/21 assembly dog kennels. We are purchasing 5 kennels with the monetary donations we have received.

Our fur-kiddos are going to have an absolute treat of a time with these spoils!
👌🏼

🖤❤️💛💚💙

𝕋ℍ𝔸ℕ𝕂 𝕐𝕆𝕌 𝕆𝕌ℝ 𝔸𝕄𝔸ℤ𝕀ℕ𝔾 ℂ𝕆𝕄𝕄𝕌ℕ𝕀𝕋𝕐 𝔽𝕆ℝ 𝕐𝕆𝕌ℝ 𝔸ℂ𝕋𝕊 𝕆𝔽 𝕂𝕀ℕ𝔻ℕ𝔼𝕊𝕊!

💙💚💛❤️🖤

21/07/2025

Secunda - UPDATES ON INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY IN SECUNDA

The replacement of a water valve in Secunda has been completed.

Water has been opened in the last 30 minutes and the system is still pressurising as it has been empty for a prolonged period.

Most areas at the low point will be receiving water supply from now on.

It is going to take a few hours for the system to fill up more, especially with the high laying areas.

The municipality urges members of the community to exercise patience until normal supply is achieved.

The municipality also extended its gratitude to members of the community who, while frustrated, were cooperating while the technical teams were replacing the valve.

The water team is monitoring the situation, and more updates will be provided.

ISSUED BY GOVAN MBEKI MUNICIPALITY

21/07/2025

Secunda - Upstairs @ Lake Umuzi

New Look. New Sound. Same warm welcome.
✨ Upstairs! has evolved — now with a proudly South African soul!
Join us Mondays to Thursdays for laid-back beats, craft cocktails, and sunset views.
From the deck to the fireplace, the vibe is unmatched.

21/07/2025

Secunda - Famsa Highveld Ridge News!

The team from FAMSA dedicated their 67 minutes of Goodwill to Hluvukani Home Based Care where they cooked for the child beneficiaries. The time was also used to raise much needed awareness on Child Abuse and to share practical protective measures. Well done ladies Nothando Khoza, Gabisile Nkosi and Nombuso Mkhonto!

21/07/2025

Secunda - Solidariteit Helpende Hand Nuus!

Gee Jou Hand!

Solidariteit Helpende Hand Secunda steek graag 'n hand van hulp uit aan persone in ons plaaslike gemeenskap. Thiana Bornman was behulpsaam met die opstel van CV's vir jong dames van Huis Exodus wat 'n oorgangshuis is vir dogters van kinderhuise na die grootmens wereld wat in samewerking van die SAVF bedryf word.

Indien jy graag meer te wete wil kom oor Huis Exodus of wil help met 'n skenking kontak asb vir Melanie Becker of kontak gerus die SAVF. ☎️ 082 385 0445

21/07/2025

Secunda - Ouma is Oppad! Glaskas @ Lake Umuzi

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OUMA IS OP PAD! 👵✨
Margit Meyer-Rödenbeck bring dié topklas komedie na Boesies met Coenraad Rall op die klavier 🎹
📍 Boesies, Glaskas @ Lake Umuzi
📅 7 Augustus | 🕕 18:00 vir 18:30
💸 R170 pp | 🚫 Geen onder 14’s

Kom lag en huil saam – dis ’n aand van waarheid, hart en hope humor!

21/07/2025

Crime Update

The Police in Chrissiemeer recovered 14 sheep that were reportedly stolen at a certain farm in Chrissiesmeer on Saturday, 19 July 2025 at about 10:00. The Police are in sought of the suspects.

According to the complainant who is a farmer, in the morning, he often goes to grazing camp to count the sheep. On the said day, while counting, he noticed that 14 sheep were missing and he immediately contacted the Police.

On arrival at the scene, the Police discovered that the fence was cut and they conducted an investigation which led them nearby place, called Warbutorn, which is about 25 kilometres from the said farm. At the said place, members recovered the 14 sheep tied and the estimated value of the livestock is at R35 000.00.

The suspects are still at large and the Police handed over the livestock to the owner. Police are currently in pursuit of the suspects.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Detective Captain Aziz Phiri on 082 556 5861. Alternatively, members of the public can call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via . All information received information will be treated as confidential, and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

21/07/2025

Parliament - Divergent Views Emerge on Rural Safety Report: DA and VF Plus at Odds

A parliamentary report addressing farm attacks and rural safety has exposed significant divisions between political parties, most notably the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus). While the DA has embraced the report as a crucial first step, the VF Plus has strongly rejected it, citing "misconceptions and flawed assumptions." This article will delve into the key points of contention between the two parties.

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News Divergent Views Emerge on Rural Safety Report: DA and VF Plus at Odds Encee van Huyssteen - July 21, 2025 0 A parliamentary report addressing farm attacks and rural safety has exposed significant divisions between political parties, most notably the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Freedom Fron...