Ward Councillor Andile Gili - Ward 1

11/06/2026

𝗡𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 🔈

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀! Following my request to the Mayor and Municipal Manager, the scheduled 𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 in Nduli has been 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗱 by one hour to allow our community to watch the 𝗙𝗜𝗙𝗔 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗽 opening match between 𝗕𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗻𝗮 🇿🇦 vs 𝗠𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗰𝗼 🇲🇽.

𝗘𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝘆𝘀!

Your Councillor cares about you. ⚽

𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗬 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗠𝗘 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔 𝗠𝗭𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚

10/06/2026

I am honored to announce that I have emerged victorious and uncontested for a second term as the ANC Ward Councillor candidate for Ward 1.

I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the residents, ANC members, and all stakeholders who have placed their trust and confidence in my leadership. Your unwavering support serves as a renewed mandate to continue working tirelessly for the development and upliftment of our community.

Together, we have achieved significant progress, and together, we will continue building a better Ward 1 for all.

Forward with unity, service, and development! 🖤💚💛

10/06/2026

I would also like to emphasize that the ANC is a non-racial organisation that believes in equal treatment and equal opportunities for all people, regardless of race, colour, language, or background. As an ANC Councillor, I serve the entire Nduli community and work in the interests of all residents and my commitment remains to serve every resident with fairness, dignity, and respect.

10/06/2026

09/06/2026

A Proven Leader. A Strong Voice. A Better Future for Ward 1.

Ward Councillor Andile Gili FOR A SECOND TERM AS ANC WARD 1 CANDIDATE

"Together We Have Made Progress. Together We Can Achieve Even More."

09/06/2026

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 - Date: 9 June 2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗿𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘇 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲-𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶

On behalf of the affected families, the Ward Committee, and the broader Nduli community, I wish to extend my deepest and most sincere gratitude to Ceres Togryers Museum and Kenz Place Tavern for their generous support following the devastating fire that destroyed homes and left five families destitute at 46 Phumla Street, Nduli, on Sunday, 31 May 2026.

In the aftermath of this tragic incident, the affected families were left destitute, having lost their homes, belongings, and essential household items in the fire. During this difficult period, the compassion and generosity shown by members of our community have provided much-needed relief, comfort, and hope.

A special word of appreciation goes to Ceres Togryers Museum for their donation of clothing, bedding, and food items to the affected families. These essential contributions will assist the families in meeting their immediate needs as they begin the challenging journey of rebuilding their lives.

We also wish to sincerely thank Kenz Place Tavern, a local business situated on Phumla Street, for its remarkable gesture of donating five food parcels, ensuring that every affected family received vital food support. This act of kindness demonstrates the important role local businesses play in strengthening and supporting our communities during times of crisis.

These contributions are a true reflection of the spirit of Ubuntu—the belief that we are stronger when we stand together and support one another in times of hardship. Your generosity has reminded the affected families that they are not alone and that their community stands firmly beside them.

While significant challenges remain, these acts of kindness have brought dignity, hope, and encouragement to families who have suffered a tremendous loss.

To everyone who has reached out, donated, volunteered, or offered support in any form, your assistance is deeply appreciated. We continue to appeal to businesses, organisations, faith-based institutions, and community members to assist the affected families with building materials, furniture, household goods, clothing, bedding, and financial contributions as we work together to help them rebuild.

Thank you, Ceres Togryers Museum, Bertdene Laubscher and Kenz Place Tavern, for your selfless generosity and commitment to serving our community.

Issued by:
Ward Councillor Andile Gili - Ward 1
Witzenberg Municipality

09/06/2026

Ward Councillor Andile Gili is pleased to announce that his office, together with the Ward Committee of ward 1, will be donating sporting and musical equipment to support youth development initiatives within the Nduli community.

This decision follows a unanimous agreement by the committee that the remaining funds should be directed toward initiatives that keep our young people engaged in positive and structured activities, especially as our community continues to confront challenges related to substance abuse and other social ills affecting the youth.

Local football teams and community choirs play an important role in creating safe and constructive spaces for young people. However, many of these groups continue to operate under difficult conditions with limited resources. Through this donation, we aim to strengthen their efforts, encourage greater youth participation in sport and the arts, and contribute towards building a safer, more empowered Nduli community.

Together, we continue to invest in our youth and the future of Ward 1.

08/06/2026

Bahlali bakwaWadi 1, eNduli, nabavoti bonke abafanelekileyo,

Njengoko silungiselela intlanganiso yokutyumba umgqatswa kaMasipala we-ANC kwaWadi , NgoLwesithathu ngomhla we-10 kuJuni 2026, ndicela ngentobeko inkxaso nentembeko yenu ukuze nindinike elinye ithuba lokuqhubeka ndinikhonza njengomgqatswa we-ANC kunyulo zoRhulumente woMmandla uluzayo.

Kwixesha endinisebenzele ngalo njengoCeba kwaWadi 1, ndizimisele ukusebenza nzima ekumeleni iimfuno zoluntu lwethu, ekulweni ukuphuculwa kweenkonzo, ekuxhaseni uphuhliso loluntu, nasekuqinisekiseni ukuba ilizwi labantu baseNduli liyaviwa kwiindawo zokwenza izigqibo. Nangona kusekho imiceli mngeni emininzi ekufuneka siyoyisile, ndikholelwa ukuba sisekude ukufikelela kwiinjongo zethu kwaye kusekuninzi ekufuneka sikufezekisile kunye.

Ngenxa yoko, ndicela bonke abavoti ababhalise kwi-IEC phantsi koWadi 1, eNduli ukuba beze ngobuninzi babo kule ntlanganiso baze bandixhase ukuze ndityunjwe kwakhona njengomgqatswa we-ANC. Inkxaso yenu iya kundinika ithuba lokuqhubeka nokusebenzela uluntu lwethu ngokuzinikela, ngokunyaniseka nangokuphendula kwiimfuno zabantu.

Masibambisaneni ekwakheni iNduli engcono, siphuhlise amathuba olutsha lwethu, siphucule iinkonzo zoluntu, size sakhe ikamva elingcono kubo bonke abantu bakwaWadi 1.

Ndiyanibongoza ukuba nize neencwadi zenu zesazisi (ID) kwaye nithathe inxaxheba kule nkqubo ibalulekileyo yedemokhrasi.

Umhla: NgoLwesithathu, 10 Juni 2026
Ixesha: 18:00
Indawo: Polocross Hall, eNduli, eCeres

"Masihambeni kunye siqhubekeke nokwakha uWadi 1 ongcono kubo bonke abantu bayo."

Ozithobayo,
Ceba Andile Gili
Umgqatswa we-ANC, Wadi 1
Nozengezi Kewana Branch
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Residents and eligible voters of Ward 1, Nduli,

As we prepare for the upcoming ANC Ward Candidate Selection Meeting on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, I humbly request your support and confidence in allowing me to continue serving our community as your ANC Ward Councillor Candidate for a second term.

Over the past term, I have worked tirelessly to represent the interests of Ward 1, engage with residents, advocate for improved service delivery, support community development initiatives, and ensure that the voices of our people are heard within government structures. While there is still much work to be done, I remain committed to building on the progress we have made together.

A second term would allow us to continue advancing the priorities of our community, including improving infrastructure, creating opportunities for our youth, strengthening community safety, promoting local economic development, and ensuring that Ward 1 receives the attention and resources it deserves.

I therefore call upon all registered voters of Ward 1 who will be attending the nomination meeting to support my nomination and candidature. Your support will enable us to continue the journey of serving our people with dedication, accountability, and integrity.

Together, we can continue working towards a better Nduli and a stronger Ward 1.

I kindly encourage all eligible voters to attend the meeting, bring their IDs, and participate in this important democratic process.

Date: Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Time: 18:00
Venue: Polocross Hall, Nduli, Ceres

"Together, let us continue moving Ward 1 forward."

Yours in Service,
Cllr Andile Gili
ANC Ward 1 Councillor Candidate
Nozengezi Kewana Branch, Witzenberg Ward 1

07/06/2026

PUBLIC APPEAL FOR THE REVITALISATION OF NDULI STADIUM

Today, Nduli Stadium was filled to capacity as football lovers from across Witzenberg gathered to support local teams and witness the incredible talent that exists within our communities. The turnout demonstrated one thing clearly: our people love football, and they are eager to support local sport.

However, it is deeply concerning that such a large number of spectators and athletes are forced to make use of a facility that is in a poor and deteriorating condition. Nduli Stadium currently lacks proper fencing, quality playing surfaces, adequate spectator seating, and basic infrastructure such as a grandstand to accommodate supporters.

As Ward Councillor, I wish to make a sincere appeal to the Witzenberg Municipality, the business community, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) operating within Witzenberg, as well as the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, to partner with us in restoring and developing Nduli Stadium into a facility that our community can be proud of.

Sport is more than recreation. It is a powerful tool for youth development, social cohesion, crime prevention, and community building. Witzenberg is blessed with highly talented football players who continue to excel despite the challenges they face. Unfortunately, the lack of proper sporting facilities remains a major obstacle to nurturing and developing this talent.

The situation at Nduli Stadium is not unique. Many football communities across Witzenberg are faced with similar challenges and require urgent investment in sporting infrastructure. If we are serious about creating opportunities for our youth and building healthier, safer communities, we must invest in sports facilities that are fit for purpose.

I therefore call on all stakeholders, corporate partners, government departments, and community-minded businesses to come on board and assist with funding, infrastructure development, and sponsorship opportunities for the upgrading of Nduli Stadium and other sporting facilities across Witzenberg.

The overwhelming attendance witnessed today is proof that our communities are ready. Our players are ready. Our supporters are ready. What is needed now is a collective commitment to provide the facilities that our people deserve.

Together, let us invest in sport, invest in our youth, and invest in the future of Witzenberg.

Ward Councillor Andile Gili - Ward 1
Witzenberg Municipality