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DOCRRA partners with CAP-Mzansi in creating awareness about air quality The quality of the air we breathe is of great importance to all of us,

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Strength in Numbers: KDM Respond to Historic Imbizo Turnout

The imbizo at the end of April, for the Dolphin Coast, was an unprecedented show of solidarity with over 600 residents turning up to make their voices heard. And those voices did not fall on deaf ears…the event sparked widespread media coverage and debate and led to several budget concessions with both fiscal and practical implications.

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Taxi Vigilantism: Guidelines for the Transport of Employees & Other Passengers

Due to the number of Taxi vigilantism and intimidation incidents that have occurred over the last year, DOCRRA provided reporttaxi@docrra.co.za for the reporting of these incidents by the community. Summary reports have already been handed over to both Col. Xulu at SAPS and ED for Community Safety, Cecil Viramuthu.

This issue appears to be raising its head again and no taxi association has the right to police the mode of transportation being used by citizens. DOCRRA is committed to addressing this situation to ensure the safety and well-being of our community.

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Press Release: An Open Letter to the Councillors of KwaDukuza Municipality

We write today to address the unfortunate events that transpired last week Tuesday, 20 May at the ‘25/’26 IDP/Budget Imbizo for Nkobongo, Shayamoya, and Shakaskraal (wards 8, 28, & 23) as well as the wider, growing trend of disparity in municipal governance between communities to the east vs. the west of the R102, beyond their geographical location. Deeper and more sinister practices of municipal capture and the deliberate suppression of community voices have taken root, which can no longer be ignored.

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DOCRRA Electricity Crisis Update: NERSA Audit Begins

On Tuesday, 6 May 2025, a DOCRRA delegation met with representatives from the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) as well as leadership from KwaDukuza Municipality (KDM) to kick off an audit of KDM’s compliance with their license to distribute electricity.
The meeting took the form of a mediation to address the many concerns and requests for information that have come from DOCRRA since the outset of the crisis in December 2024. We are pleased to report back to the community.

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Press Release: Estate Electrical Task Team

In response to ongoing electrical infrastructure challenges that have significantly impacted homeowners, businesses, and the broader economy in the KwaDukuza Municipality (KDM) region, a coordinated initiative involving leading North Coast estates has resulted in the formation of the Residential Estate Electrical Task Team. Emerging from initial engagements by Zimbali Estate alongside the Dolphin Coast Residents and Ratepayers Association (DOCRRA), the iLembe Business Chamber, and other stakeholders, the task team is a dedicated body committed to addressing infrastructure concerns and working towards long-term service reliability.

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Electricity Crisis Update: NERSA to Audit KDM and Other Developments

The North Coast community, and KwaDukuza residents at large, are witnessing the unfolding of unprecedented strides in co-governance between private and public sectors, as well as civil society, in the fight to solve this crisis. The appropriate municipal oversight bodies (NERSA and COGTA) have heard our call for intervention and are taking decisive action to hold our elected and appointed leaders to account.

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KDM Banking Incident: DOCRRA Calls for Full Accountability

On 5 February 2025, KDM issued a press statement confirming that ‘unauthorised activity’ had taken place affecting the primary municipal account, on 31 January 2025. They characterized the incident as a ‘deliberate breach’ rather than a banking error and opened a case with SAPS. Prior to this statement, a video of a political party member, disclosing the alleged theft of R30 million, was widely circulated in the community, raising the alarm. Subsequently, a press statement, issued by COGTA, confirmed the amount missing as approximately R37 million

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23/’24 Annual Report: Decline, Decay, Disaster?

DOCRRA welcomes the Auditor General’s clean report for the KwaDukuza Municipality’s 2023-24 finances and in particular the reduction in illegal and wasteful expenditure. The six-monthly budget overview also indicates the bottom line is positive.
But, once again there is questionable under-expenditure in both operational and capital budgets. Huge challenges lie ahead and the costs of this summer’s electricity crisis have still to be brought to book.

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Electricity Crisis: DOCRRA Interventions Progress Report

DOCRRA is delighted to share an update with the community on the various interventions that were launched since the outset of this crisis. We understand how incredibly frustrating this has been for such a long period of time, and we are putting all resources at our disposal (as well as our entire team of volunteers) to work to bring this untenable situation to an end.

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DOCRRA Response to the Electricity Crisis

Since early on in this festive season, our area has been plagued by large scale, ongoing electrical faults which have caused major inconvenience to residents and businesses alike. This could not have come at a worse moment; when we are hosting thousands of visitors who have come to enjoy our beautiful coastline.

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DOCRRA Demands Answers on Crippling Power Outage

What began as a reported cable fault with 2 Blown Jumpers / Ferals / Lugs on the 33KV Line at the Driefontein substation on 11th December 2024, quickly spiralled into a crisis of unprecedented proportions, leaving the Dolphin Coast reeling from economic paralysis and widespread frustration during the critical festive season.

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How to Rescue a Turtle! 

With our main holiday season of the year gradually picking up pace, more people are going to be exploring further along the beaches, with greater chances of coming across wildlife in trouble.

Coinciding with “turtle season” – annual migrations of certain species to our northern shores to nest, along with the other turtle species that occur along our coastline throughout the year, the scene is set for more interactions and events between humans and turtles than usual.

In brief, here’s what you should do if you come across a turtle on the beach

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An Open Letter to the Speaker and Municipal Manager of KwaDukuza Municipality

Dear Madam Speaker Cllr Dolly Govender and Mr. Nhlanhla Mdakane, Municipal Manager:

We are compelled to express our deep disappointment and frustration through this open letter due to the municipality’s persistent unresponsiveness and disregard for community needs. As you have acknowledged, there exists a legal and moral obligation to engage, consult, and solicit feedback from the KwaDukuza community, as stipulated in the Municipal Systems Act and the Municipal Finance Management Act.

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Dolphin Coast Outreach (DCO) Celebrates 4 Years of Nourishing Communities

Coinciding with International Food Week, the Dolphin Coast Outreach (DCO) proudly marks its fourth anniversary, boasting remarkable growth and a profound impact on neighbouring communities. Founded on a simple yet powerful premise, DCO has evolved into a thriving volunteer initiative, serving approximately 10,000 nutritious soup portions monthly. Volunteers from up and down the Dolphin Coast cook up delicious, homemade soup which is paired with a starch to provide a nutritious and healthy meal. This impressive feat is augmented by the organization’s support of nine local soup kitchens.

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Opening a Case – KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Refusal by SAPS members to assist complainants to open criminal dockets.

In light of the apparent occurrences of difficulty in registering cases with the police all members and citizens should be aware of the following National instruction with regard to SAPS members opening cases or registering a criminal offence.

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THANK YOU for your SUPPORT!

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended our Community Conversations AGM event two weeks ago at the Salt Rock Country Club. It was an amazing gathering of community stakeholders including some of our Councillors, representatives from the KwaDukuza Residents Forum, the Ilembe Community Action Network, neighbourhood watches, Community Policing Forum, iLembe Chamber of Commerce, small business owners and many Dolphin Coast residents.

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Report Taxi Vigilantism NOW!

Our recent Community Conversations event highlighted the pressing issue of taxi vigilantism and residents’ frustration with this issue. Despite media coverage and promises of investigation, there has been a concerning lack of progress and accountability. No taxi association has the right to police the mode of transportation being used by citizens. DOCRRA is committed to addressing this situation and ensuring the safety and well-being of our community.

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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: Sign the Petition to Reinstate CFO Shamir Rajcoomar NOW!

KwaDukuza Municipality CFO, Shamir Rajcoomar, was suspended in July 2023 due to R37,000 in banking fees accumulated over a change of bank accounts. While this is a costly oversight to the average citizen, it is undoubtedly small change when it comes to a municipal budget. While the mistake must be addressed, we’d like to put this event into perspective.

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Municipal Oversight in Action: DOCRRA weighs in on MPAC

DOCRRA has again played a leading role in evaluating and providing oversight at the Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC). The main purpose of the MPAC is to exercise oversight over the executive functionaries of council and to ensure good governance in the municipality.

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Electricity: Outage = Upgrade!

We understand your frustration over the planned electricity interruption at the end of this week, as it affects everyone in a big way! However, for once, this interruption is actually for our good, in the long term.

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Fed Up? Time to SHOW Up!

The 2024 National and Provincial Election is fast approaching – are you ready to have your say?
Although the exact date has not been announced yet, the upcoming 2024 elections will be upon us before we know it – and time is running out to register if you haven’t done so already. Predicted to be set between May and August of 2024, once the election date is announced, registration will CLOSE which is why registering now is more important than ever.

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2023: DOCRRA Year in Review

As the year draws to a close, and the pace of work and life slow down, we take time to reflect on the growth and achievement that has occurred over the past twelve months.

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Dolphin Coast Outreach: Still Going Strong…

International Food Week started on Monday the 16th October 2023 and prompted DOCCRA to take stock of its Dolphin Cost Outreach (DCO) program.
Although still primarily a nutritious home cooked soup program, the initiative has expanded substantially.

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KDM Launches the Debtors Incentive Scheme

The KDM Council has approved a debt relief scheme for ratepayers who have accumulated arrears in their rates and services accounts. The scheme provides relief from administration and interest charges accumulating of the outstanding debt.

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DOCRRA: Grateful for Groundswell of Support

Following the record attendance of our AGM last month, DOCRRA wishes to thank the Dolphin Coast community for their interest and support of our mission. It was wonderful to see the Pavilion Room at Simbithi Country Club so packed that there was standing room only.

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UPDATE : RUBBISH RATE HIKE SHOCK

Following the surprise addition to some 600 households’ KDM bills this month, DOCRRA initiated research into why these households have been allocated a double, backdated charge for refuse removal.

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RUBBISH RATE HIKE SHOCK

Following the surprise addition to some 600 households’ KDM bills this month, DOCRRA initiated research into why these households have been allocated a double, backdated charge for refuse removal.

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Ballito Traffic Woes: An Update from DOCRRA

The continuing effects of load shedding on traffic and congestion, particularly at the large intersections in Ballito, have been an ongoing concern and priority item for the DOCRRA team. The team has had numerous meetings with KDM Metro to discuss pointsmen solutions.

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Report Back: DOCRRA attends 2nd KDM Council Meeting for 2023

On Thursday, 23 February, DOCRRA Co-Chairman and Finance Subcommittee Chairman, Brian Botes, attended the second meeting of the KDM Council for 2023. At this meeting, the Mayor presented the adjusted budget for 2022/23 which contains updated projections on both income and expenditure for the current financial year.

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Report Back: Quarterly Dedicated Meeting with KDM Executives

DOCRRA is pleased to be able to provide feedback to the community from our quarterly meeting with the executives at the KwaDukuza Municipality (KDM). The meeting took place on 17 November 2022, as scheduled, and was attended by a delegation of DOCRRA executive committee members as well as the executive directors of nearly all business units, the Speaker, the Municipal Manager and other leadership members.

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