uMhlathuze Municipality

uMhlathuze Municipality The City of uMhlathuze incorporates Richards Bay, Empangeni, Esikhawini, Ngwelezane, Nseleni and Felixton and is the third largest municipality in KZN.

The City of uMhlathuze comprises the economic powerhouse of Richards Bay and Empangeni, and its supporting areas of Esikhawini, Ngwelezane, Nseleni, Felixton, Vulindlela, and rural areas. Some 796km2 falls under the jurisdiction of one of South Africa’s most sophisticated local authorities, which is focusing on attracting more industrial, commercial and tourism investment to the region on the nort

h coast of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal. uMhlathuze Municipality is not only financially sound, but also offers investors and visitors first class facilities, services and infrastructure. The City of uMhlathuze is the third largest municipality in KwaZulu-Natal and is located on the north-east coast of the province. It is a strategically placed aspirant metropolitan due its close proximity to Durban. It is home to the country’s largest deep-water port and an industrial development zone and enjoys the associated economic spin-offs. The John Ross Parkway, the major access road to the City from the inland provinces, boasts the country’s longest road bridge and has been designed to meet the growing transport needs of the City in line with development plans of the CBD and harbour.

The atmosphere at the Stadium right now.
03/06/2026

The atmosphere at the Stadium right now.

03/06/2026

City Mayor Cllr Xolani Ngwezi on the construction of MBEWU GIS Substation Project in ward 31

Power utility Eskom has convened a meeting with the City of uMhlathuze Municipality and the Macekane community to provid...
03/06/2026

Power utility Eskom has convened a meeting with the City of uMhlathuze Municipality and the Macekane community to provide an update on the construction of the new 400kV Mbewu GIS Substation Project.

Construction of this major infrastructure project is expected to begin next month. Once complete, the substation will strengthen the electricity grid in northern KwaZulu-Natal, increase power reliability, and cushion residents and businesses from the negative impact of power outages.

Eskom further noted that the project is expected to unlock significant investment opportunities in the area through improved energy security and capacity for future development.

03/06/2026

City of uMhlathuze Mayor, Cllr Xolani Ngwezi has called on the residents of the city and province to rally behind Milford FC as they attempt to secure their spot in the Premier Soccer League. The Richards bay based club is participating in PSL playoffs. Milford FC will face Magesi FC later this afternoon.

Family, friends, colleagues and the general public gathered at Alkanstraad beach to bid farewell to City of uMhlathuze ...
30/05/2026

Family, friends, colleagues and the general public gathered at Alkanstraad beach to bid farewell to City of uMhlathuze Deputy Mayor, Cllr Christo Botha.Cllr Botha was described as a dedicated public servant by various speakers during his emotional send off.

“An active society is a healthy society . “ Mayor of uMhlathuze municipality Cllr Xolani Ngwezi said these words during ...
30/05/2026

“An active society is a healthy society . “ Mayor of uMhlathuze municipality Cllr Xolani Ngwezi said these words during the official ribbon cutting ceremony of a newly built outdoor gym at ward 32. The community of this rural area has thanked both the department of sports Arts& culture and the city of uMhlathuze for ensuring that both young and old have a place to exercise and keep themselves active.

29/05/2026

Solar High Mast Project Meerensee

The City of uMhlathuze municipality has Piloted a first of its kind Solar High Masts project at Meerense, in Richards Ba...
29/05/2026

The City of uMhlathuze municipality has Piloted a first of its kind Solar High Masts project at Meerense, in Richards Bay.This high mast only uses solar energy, ensuring that motorists and residents are safe even when there are power outages in the area. Many residents have previously complained about darkness in some parts of the city. COU mayor Cllr Xolani Ngwezi says this intervention will be implemented in other areas. 16 high masts have been installed in a number of areas within the municipality since the start of the current financial year.

29/05/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE- WATER UPDATE

Please be advised that repair works on the 600mm AC pipeline are currently underway.

In parallel with the pipeline repairs, efforts to alleviate the waterlogged conditions at Richards Bay Cemetery are actively in progress. The operational teams remain on site monitoring and implementing the necessary remedial measures to improve drainage and restore acceptable conditions.

Further technical updates and progress reports will be communicated in due course. We appreciate your patience.

The City of uMhlathuze’s Community services in conjunction with SAPS and KDP security services did a departmental clean ...
29/05/2026

The City of uMhlathuze’s Community services in conjunction with SAPS and KDP security services did a departmental clean up campaign and law enforcement, business compliance within the city centre targeting illegal operations of vendors, mechanics, hair dressers,waste compliance and picking up litter

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Richards Bay

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Monday 07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:00
Thursday 07:30 - 16:00
Friday 07:30 - 16:00

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0359075000

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