The Endumeni Community Safety Forum (CSF) Quarterly Meeting was successfully held today, 02 June 2026, at the Endumeni Municipality Council Chamber under the leadership of His Worship the Mayor, Cllr A.M. Mkhize.

The meeting brought together a wide range of stakeholders committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Endumeni community. Among those in attendance were representatives from the South African Police Service (SAPS), Correctional Services, Community Safety and Liaison, Endumeni Local Municipality officials, security sector representatives, Make Dundee Live Again members, and other community stakeholders.

The purpose of the meeting was to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders and discuss key safety and service delivery matters affecting residents across Endumeni. Various reports and presentations were tabled, including the quarterly Community Safety report, a crime overview report for the period January to March 2026, traffic law enforcement activities, electricity theft challenges, housing matters, vending permits issued during the quarter, and challenges faced by security officers operating within the municipality.

One of the key discussion points raised during the meeting was the enforcement of municipal by-laws. Community members and stakeholders highlighted concerns regarding compliance with municipal regulations and the impact of non-compliance on public safety, cleanliness, and economic activities. The meeting resolved that efforts to enforce by-laws must be strengthened and that relevant municipal departments will continue working towards addressing these concerns to ensure a safe and orderly environment for all residents.

The issue of illegal foreign nationals and the operation of certain spaza shops within the municipality also received significant attention. While representatives from the Department of Home Affairs and Immigration were not present at the meeting, stakeholders expressed concerns regarding undocumented individuals, compliance with business regulations, and allegations of expired food products being sold to members of the public.

In response to these concerns, His Worship the Mayor, Cllr A.M. Mkhize, informed the meeting that he will formally write to the Office of the Premier to seek guidance and ensure that all interventions undertaken by the municipality and relevant stakeholders are fully aligned with the law and applicable government processes. The Mayor further emphasized the importance of addressing community concerns in a lawful, coordinated, and responsible manner.

The meeting also noted the importance of ongoing partnerships between government departments, law enforcement agencies, community organizations, businesses, and residents in addressing crime and social challenges within Endumeni. Stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to working together to create a safer, cleaner, and more prosperous community.

The Endumeni Community Safety Forum remains a vital platform for engagement, information sharing, problem-solving, and coordinated action among stakeholders. Through continued collaboration and active community participation, the municipality aims to address challenges facing residents while promoting safety, accountability, and sustainable development.

Endumeni Local Municipality extends its appreciation to all stakeholders who attended and contributed to the success of the meeting. Their participation demonstrates a shared commitment to building a safer and more secure Endumeni for present and future generations.

Endumeni Local Municipality successfully carried out the Indigent Support Programme in Ward 6, where municipal officials assisted community members with indigent application forms and the completion of the registration process.

The programme aims to ensure that qualifying households receive the necessary municipal support and services. Residents were encouraged to come forward and make use of this important opportunity to register and receive assistance.

Community members are reminded that the closing date for indigent applications is 30 May 2026. The municipality urges all qualifying residents who have not yet applied to visit their nearest municipal offices or designated registration points before the deadline.

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) also formed part of the programme, assisting residents with checking and confirming their voter registration details to ensure they remain correctly registered.

Today His Worship the Mayor, Cllr. AM Mkhize, together with councillors and Endumeni Local Municipality officials, officially conducted the sod-turning ceremony for the Kunene Craydom Farm Phase 3 Electrification Project in Ward 07.

During the event, the Mayor introduced the service provider that will be responsible for the completion of the project, which is expected to run for a period of two months. The project will bring electricity to more than 70 households that were previously left without access to electricity.

The municipality has invested over R2.6 million into this important development initiative, which will also create employment opportunities for more than 15 local community members, including two security guards from the ward.

Mayor Mkhize assured the community that he will personally oversee the progress of the project together with the Technical Department to ensure that the work is completed smoothly and on schedule. He expressed his wish to return in July to officially cut the ribbon and celebrate the successful completion of the electrification project.

He further urged the residents of Kunene Farm to protect the project, work together with the contractors, and ensure that there are no thefts or disturbances that may delay the successful completion of the development.