Executive Mayor
The political head of Emalahleni Local Municipality, leading Council in service delivery and development for the community.
Office of the Mayor
Secretary — Yamkela Liwani
Cllr. Nontombizanele Flowerdale Koni
Biography
Mayor Nontombizanele Flowerdale Koni is a member of the African National Congress (ANC). Her political career includes serving as a ward councillor and now Executive Mayor of Emalahleni Local Municipality. She is committed to the ANC's principles and works towards community development and social justice.
Early Life & Education
Councillor Koni was born on 14 June 1977 at Xonxa village in Cacadu — previously known as Lady Frere — under the Gcina Tribal Authority. She is a single parent of two children.
Political Career
Before serving as Executive Mayor, Councillor Koni led the ANC Youth League from branch to National Executive Committee level, and the ANC and ANC Women's League from branch to Provincial Executive Committee. Her roles in local government include: