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"Tariff Increase for 2010/2011 Approved by MLM"
MLM approved Silulumanzi tariffs increase for 2010/2011 financial year. The increase of 14.42% will be applied to the base charge agreed by MLM previously as part of the Supplementary Agreement No. 3.
The new set of Silulumanzi 2010/2011 water and sanitation tariffs as a result of this increase have been promulgated by MLM and will be applicable effectively on 1st of July 2010 billing period.
The approval by MLM followed rigourous assessment and financial scrutiny of Silulumanzi by the Concession Monitoring Office and its financial advisor as part of the tariff increase process. A series of public consultation meetings took place in every ward area of Mbombela serviced by Silulumanzi during which members of publicand business were given opportunities to convey their views related to Silulumanzi services and the tariffs itself.
---End/Jun10---
"Mbombela Local Municipality Signed Supplementary Agreement No. 3"
Following the 3rd 5-yearly reviews of the Concession Agreement between Silulumanzi and the Mbombela Local Municipality, the Supplementary Agreement No. 3 was recently signed by Mbombela Honorable Executive Mayor Lassy Chiwayo on the 26th of May 2010.
The signing of this agreement confirms Silulumanzi acheivement in delivering water and sanitation services to the communities of Mbombela within the concession area and reafirms the commitment of both MLM and Silulumanzi to continue working together to serve the community.
The new agreement sets the focus and direction in term of water and sanitation services expansions and sets out various targets that the company needs to achieve in the next 5 years period. The agreement also determines the new base charge in term of water and sanitation tariffs going forward. The base charge will be used as a starting point and the annual percentage increase to be agreed by MLM for the 2010/2011 financial year will be applied to this base charge.
--End/May10--
"New Silulumanzi Tariffs for 2009/2010 Approved"
Mbombela Local Municipality have approved Silulumanzi proposed tariff increase for 2009/2010 financial year. The general increase of 10.99% will apply accross the board effective 1 July 2009.
The proposed increased by Silulumanzi was subjected to strict audit and scrutiny by Mbombela and its financial advisor KPMG. The increase was calculated based on actual historical costs and projected costs of Silulumanzi to undertake its obligations of providing water and sanitation services as mandated by Mbombela.
Although this year increase seems to be higher than the previous increases, it is still comparable with increases affected by other municipalities in South Africa, such as Johannesburg (11% water and 10% sewer), Tshwane/Prtoria (13% water and sewer), Ekurhuleni (9.3% water and 15.8% sewer), Cape Town (10% water and sewer), Durban (10% water and sewer).
Details of 2009/2010 Silulumanzi tariffs as promulgated by Mbombela Local Municipality can be seen in various public notice boards of the MLM.
In general, the unit price of water/sewer paid by Silulumanzi's customers is still the cheapest in the country.
--End/Jun09--
"Cholera Alert"
Cholera cases have been reported in Ehlanzeni District Municipal Area. Visiting the affected areas, you are likely to get infected. Strictly adhere to environtmental, food and personal hygiene practices.
What is cholera?
Cholera is a bacterial infection that is characterised by severe diarrhea.
Common Signs and Symptoms of Cholera
- Sudden onset of diarrhea with watery stools usually within 2-3 days of infection.
- Vomiting may occur, ussually in the early stages of the illness.
- Dehydration due to loss of body fluids and electrolytes causes body weakness.
Preventive Measures
- Use water from safe sources, e.g. taps, for drinking and washing fruit, vegetables and utensils.
- Methods to purify your water if obtained from unsafe sources (rivers and dams):
- Boil it for at least 3 minutes, OR
- Add 1 teaspoon of household bleach to 20-25 litres of water, stir to enable/enhance thorough mixing of water and bleach, and allow it to stand for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) before use, OR
- Use Chlor-Floc - follow the instruction on the sachet.
- Wash hands with soap and water before eating/handling food and after visiting toilet.
- Cook food thoroughly and eat it whilst it is still hot.
- Keep flies off food by keeping it covered at all times.
- Always use properly constructed toilet and keep it clean.
- Dispose of refuse in closable dustbins or properly constructed refuse pits.
- Avoid swimming or bathing in contaminated dams or rivers.
- If you develop any of the signs and symptoms of cholera:
- Replace lost water by drinking a mixture of 8 teaspoon of sugar, half teaspoon of salt and 1 litre of safe water.
- Seek medical assistance (Doctor/Clinic/Hospital) immediately.
This annoucement is posted by Silulumanzi in conjunction with message issued by Ehlanzeni District Municipality - Municipal Health Services
--End/Jan09--
“Msogwaba Customer Care Office Opens”
Silulumanzi opened the Customer Care Office in Msogwaba since June 2008.
Following the completion of High Level Tank Zone (HLTZ) in Msogwaga, customers in this area can now enjoy improved supply. Water is now available on 24-hr basis to the community in the HLTZ area.
Consumers in this area who have not opened an account and signed a Service Agreement with Silulumanzi are advised to do so to protect their rights and obligations as Silulumanzi customers. This can be done by visiting the Customer Care Office with a copy of personal details (Identity Card, etc).
--End/Nov08--
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Latest News
- Silulumanzi received Blue Drop Awards for quality of drinking water it provides to its customers.
- Supplementary Agreement No. 3 signed by the Council......(read more)
- New Tariffs for 2010/2011 approved by Council and applicable from 1 July 2010......(read more)
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