The Msunduzi Municipality marked the start of the festive season with the lighting of the city’s nine-metre Christmas tree at Carbineers Garden, next to the Pietermaritzburg City Hall, on Friday evening. The tree was lit after an evening of Christmas carols, with officials thanking residents and stakeholders for their support throughout the year. Msunduzi Mayor Mzimkhulu Thebolla said the festive season should be a period of gratitude, unity and family.
“This was a year of significant service delivery through Operation Ilima and Operation Qoqimali. We said this year we would not just make promises, but demonstrate through action that we are serious about restoring the city,” he said. “We want to thank all our ratepayers and private partners for believing in and supporting us.
This is a time when families come together. God has brought us far through this year, and let us thank Him for that.” Christmas has officially arrived in Pietermaritzburg🎄 Msunduzi Municipality switched on the city’s Christmas tree at Carbineer’s Garden, marking the start of the festive season with music, celebrations and plenty of cheer. Umgungundlovu Mayor Mzi Zuma also encouraged residents to open their hearts and give to the less fortunate this festive season.#Msunduzi#Pietermaritzburg#ChristmasTreeLighting#FestiveSeason#KZN@Msunduzi Municipality Umgungundlovu District Mayor Mzi Zuma also called on residents to conduct themselves responsibly as celebrations begin.
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“When events like these usher in the festive season, we want to remind everyone that God has kept us throughout the year and we should be grateful for the gift of life,” he said. He urged residents to ensure that the season remains peaceful and centred on family. “The festive season is a special time for families to reunite. Our conduct should reflect that this is a time for happiness and stability, not a time for gender-based violence, criminal behaviour or the neglect of children,” he said.
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