Meet Cyril Xaba, our new mayor in KwaZulu-Natal
The East Coast Breakfast team welcome the new Mayor of our province.
As Cyril Xaba steps into his new role as the mayor of eThekwini, the province is filled with so many questions.
With big plans and a warm heart, Xaba is ready to tackle the challenges of his new role head-on.
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On his very first day, Xaba joined us on East Coast Breakfast to share his thoughts and feelings about his new role.
Take a listen here:
"I understand the challenges that come with the job, and I don't take them lightly," Mayor Xaba said earnestly, promising to do his utmost to live up to the city's expectations.
When asked about his top priorities, Mayor Xaba shared that water and infrastructure, crime, and job creation are at the forefront of his agenda. These are issues that have been weighing heavily on the hearts of Durban's residents.
"I know you want to address water, infrastructure, and crime," he acknowledged, showing that he's not only aware of the problems but ready to find solutions.
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Every great leader needs a memorable nickname, and Cyril Xaba is no exception.
With President Cyril Ramaphosa affectionately known as 'Cupcake', the East Coast Breakfast team pondered what nickname would suit the new Durban mayor.
Stay tuned for more, we will bring you the latest at East Coast Radio.
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