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Residents welcome eThekwini's debt relief proposal but call for long-term solutions

The Bluff Ratepayers and Residents Association has criticised the eThekwini municipality’s proposed 50% debt write-off, highlighting the need for long-term solutions to systemic issues affecting residents.

Daily News News
Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini ratepayer associations warn against 'superficial' 50 percent debt relief measure

The Bluff Ratepayers and Residents Association has criticised the eThekwini municipality’s proposed 50% debt write-off, highlighting the need for long-term solutions to systemic issues affecting residents.

News South Africa
Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini councillors divided over new debt relief programme for residents

eThekwini councillors voice mixed reactions to a new debt relief programme, raising critical concerns about accountability and the financial struggles faced by residents and businesses in the community.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini councillors approve 50 percent debt write-off for residents and businesses

eThekwini councillors have approved a vital debt relief programme, providing a 50% write-off on arrears to help residents and businesses tackle the escalating water debt crisis.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Gauteng High Court dismisses appeal against demolition of illegal high-rise buildings

The Gauteng High Court has ruled against property developer George Asaba, allowing the City of Tshwane to proceed with demolishing two high-rise buildings built without approval, marking a significant step in the fight against unlawful developments.

The Star News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Lasca boycotts Tshwane's outreach programmes over debt relief grievances

Lasca, the civic association representing Atteridgeville and Saulsville, has announced a boycott of Tshwane's outreach programmes, demanding unconditional debt relief as the city prepares for public consultations on its budget.

The Star News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Lasca boycotts Tshwane's outreach programmes over debt relief grievances

Lasca, the civic association representing Atteridgeville and Saulsville, has announced a boycott of Tshwane's outreach programmes, demanding unconditional debt relief as the city prepares for public consultations on its budget.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Gauteng High Court dismisses appeal against demolition of illegal high-rise buildings

The Gauteng High Court has ruled against property developer George Asaba, allowing the City of Tshwane to proceed with demolishing two high-rise buildings built without approval, marking a significant step in the fight against unlawful developments.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Major financial turnaround: Tshwane settles R1 billion Eskom debt and clears R4. 7bn VAT burden

Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya reports significant financial progress with over R1 billion paid towards the city's Eskom debt, full settlement of the R4. 7bn VAT liability, and a R4. 3bn reduction in the debtors' book. The administration is also addressing power outages in key areas while extending its successful debt relief scheme to benefit more residents.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Deputy Mayor encourages Tshwane residents to utilise new debt-relief scheme

Tshwane's Deputy Mayor, Eugene Modise, urges residents to take advantage of a new debt-relief programme aimed at alleviating R30 billion in unpaid municipal debt.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Can Tshwane's debt-relief programme solve its R30 billion financial crisis?

Discover how Tshwane's new debt relief programme offers vital support to residents and businesses facing financial challenges amidst a R30 billion debt crisis.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published