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Urgent crackdown: Tshwane mayor targets illegal spaza shops for health violations
Tshwane's inspections uncover serious health violations in spaza shops, prompting immediate action to seize contaminated food and illicit goods.
Tshwane's substation fires raise concerns over safety and maintenance
Opposition parties in Tshwane criticise the city administration for failing to secure substations after a recent fire at the Swartkop substation caused widespread power outages, echoing previous incidents and raising serious safety concerns.
Prepare for water shortages: Maintenance work in Tshwane set to begin
Rand Water's upcoming four-day maintenance at two pumping stations may lead to significant water supply disruptions across Tshwane. Residents are advised to prepare for potential shortages as the utility works to enhance network reliability.
Eersterust residents stand firm against government relocation amid housing crisis
Eersterust residents, threatened with relocation due to unsuitable land, passionately voice their frustrations over broken housing promises and demand urgent improvements to their living conditions.
Tshwane municipal workers' unions to negotiate 3. 5% wage increase
Tshwane's municipal workers' unions, Imatu and Samwu, are set to resume wage negotiations for a proposed 3,5% increase following a recent Labour Court ruling that impacts previous agreements.
Tshwane's 2025/2026 budget: A risky reliance on property tax revenue
Concerns have been raised over Tshwane's 2025/2026 budget, especially its reliance on property tax revenue and potential financial risks.
Tshwane City promises clean water for Hammanskraal by end of June
The City of Tshwane has committed to providing clean drinking water to Hammanskraal residents by the end of June, following delays caused by adverse weather conditions.
DA challenges Tshwane's budget as Deputy Mayor highlights support for the poor
Tshwane's Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise presents a budget aimed at supporting poor households, but the DA argues it prioritises the ANC's image over residents' needs. This article explores the contrasting views on the city's financial plans for 2025/26.
Tshwane's budget focuses on service delivery and affordability
Eugene Modise, Deputy Mayor of Tshwane, presented a pro-poor budget for 2025/2026, focusing on service delivery, affordable tariffs and infrastructure development amidst rising costs.
Water supply challenges in Soshanguve and Bronkhorstspruit amid maintenance works
Residents in Soshanguve and Bronkhorstspruit are struggling with water access as the City of Tshwane conducts vital maintenance to enhance water quality and reliability.
ANC and DA clash over informal settlements in Tshwane
ANC spokesperson Joel Masilela and DA chief whip Ofentse Madzebatela engage in a heated debate over the rise of informal settlements in Tshwane, with accusations flying regarding accountability and governance failures.
Gauteng officials urge national disaster declaration for Centurion's sinkhole crisis
As sinkholes threaten Centurion's infrastructure, Gauteng officials collaborate with local authorities to secure national assistance for urgent rehabilitation efforts.
Soshanguve and Lebanon residents face severe water crisis amid municipal neglect
Residents and small businesses in Soshanguve and Lebanon are grappling with a severe water crisis, facing prolonged outages and inadequate municipal support. This article explores the struggles of individuals affected by the situation and the municipality's response.
Patients allegedly turned away from Karenpark clinic due to doctor shortages
Patients at the Karenpark clinic in Pretoria North are allegedly being turned away due to a lack of doctors, prompting concerns from local officials about the impact on essential healthcare services.
Soshanguve residents face water crisis amid planned maintenance
Soshanguve township residents are grappling with severe water shortages due to planned maintenance at the Hartebeesthoek Reservoir, with no clear timeline for restoration.
Labour Court ruling sparks controversy over wage increases for Tshwane municipal workers
The Municipal workers' unions in Tshwane has expressed disappointment over a Labour Court ruling that exempts the City from implementing a wage increase, raising concerns about workers' rights and financial stability.
Tshwane denies claims of idle workers at waste management depot
The City of Tshwane responds to allegations of over 80 workers sitting idle at a waste management depot, citing resource shortages and contract transitions as the cause.
Demolition of Waterkloof helipad highlights community concerns over safety
The City of Tshwane has confirmed that an unauthorised helipad discovered in Waterkloof, Pretoria East, in February has been demolished.
Residents of Marulani Lodge protest unexpected waste management charges
Residents of Marulani Lodge in Pretoria East are outraged after receiving unexpected waste management bills from the City of Tshwane despite already paying for private waste collection.
City of Tshwane named safest metro in South Africa - study
According to the study, this recognition makes Tshwane safer than major US cities such as Atlanta and New Orleans, as well as its capital, Washington DC.
Tshwane waste management workers idle due to lack of resources
More than 50 workers at a Tshwane waste management depot are left idle daily due to a lack of resources, prompting MMC Obakeng Ramabodu to address the urgent need for better management and equipment.
Tshwane's unemployment crisis: Mayor Moya's vision for economic revitalisation
Tshwane faces a staggering 37,8% unemployment rate, particularly among youth. Mayor Nasiphi Moya has outlined a bold Economic Revitalisation Strategy aimed at fostering inclusive growth and reducing unemployment by 2029.
EFF criticises Mayor Moya for cutting power to Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital
The EFF has slammed Mayor Nasiphi Moya's decision to cut power to Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital over unpaid bills, calling for accountability and highlighting the impact on vulnerable patients.
Tshwane Tourism Association and City of Tshwane join forces to boost local tourism
The Tshwane Tourism Association and the City of Tshwane have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaboratively promote the metro as a vibrant tourist destination, aiming to boost local businesses and create jobs.
Outcry over City of Tshwane's proposed cleansing levy
AfriForum has condemned the City of Tshwane's proposed cleansing levy, labelling it unlawful and a burden on residents, while calling for better resource management instead.