Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 29(2) of the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act, 1998 (Act 117 of 1998), read together with Section 19 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act 32 of 2000), that the inaugural meeting of the newly elected Municipal Council of the Govan Mbeki Municipality will be held as follows:

Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026

Time: 08h00

Venue: Lilian Ngoyi Centre, Secunda

Purpose of the Meeting

The primary business of the inaugural meeting will include:

1. The official oath and affirmation of newly elected councillors.

2. The election of the Speaker of the Council.

3. The election of the Executive Mayor and other statutory leadership positions.

4. The adoption of rules of order and governance frameworks for the new council term.

Public Attendance & Health and Safety Regulations

In alignment with municipal commitments to open governance and transparency, members of the public, media houses, and civil society stakeholders are invited to attend the proceedings.

Please take note of the following critical access and safety protocols:

•Strict Capacity Limit: In compliance with public building health and safety bylaws and fire safety regulations, total attendance inside the Lilian Ngoyi Centre is strictly capped at a maximum of 400 people (inclusive of councillors, administrative officials, media, and members of the public).

• First-Come, First-Served Basis: Public seating in the gallery is limited. Access to the venue will be managed on a strict first-come, first-served basis once doors open prior to the meeting. All guests and members of the public are requested to be seated by no later than 07h30.

• Alternative Viewing Options: Once the venue capacity of 400 attendees is reached, doors will be closed to prevent overcrowding and maintain statutory safety standards. Residents are encouraged to follow live broadcast updates via the municipality’s official digital channels where available.

Code of Conduct & Gallery Decorum

To ensure an orderly, safe, and dignified proceedings for the inauguration of the new Council:

• Non-Partisan Attire: As an official statutory meeting of the local sphere, members of the public attending in the gallery are kindly requested to observe appropriate decorum and refrain from wearing party-political insignia or party colours (including partybranded clothing, t-shirts, caps, berets, or political banners).

•Order in the Gallery: In terms of Section 38 of the Municipal Standing Orders, visitors must remain quiet and seated during proceedings. Singing, chanting, or displaying placards that disturb Council proceedings will not be permitted. Your co-operation in ensuring a respectful and dignified inauguration session is greatly appreciated.

Signed by EN MASEKO

MUNICIPAL MANAGER

Govan Mbeki Municipality

Private Bag X1017, Secunda, 2302