NATIONAL NEWS - The issue of firing a gun during a traditional ceremony in Kwanokuthula on Sunday 21 December, allegedly by Bitou deputy mayor Nokuzola Kolwapi, is only expected to be discussed in mid-January by the council.

Bitou Speaker Mavis Busakwe has reacted to the alleged firing of a gun by Kolwapi, saying Bitou council will consider and address the matter “through the appropriate Council processes in accordance with the law and established governance procedures”.

Busakwe indicated that “as the public is aware “the council is in recess” .

The next council meeting is scheduled on 14 January 2026. She said in a statement to the Knysna Plett Herald: “However, once the Council reconvenes, the matter will be considered and addressed through the appropriate Council processes, in accordance with the law and established governance procedures. 

“The Council respects the rule of law and will allow due process to take its course,” said Busakwe.

Busakwe said she took “note of and acknowledge the incident that has been reported, as well as the related public inquiries”. 

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