Kwa-Thema – Ward 77 councillor Johannes Sibeko visited residents of Sethushe Street in Extension Two after they raised concerns about the lack of lighting in the area.
The story was published in the African Reporter’s February 5 edition, ‘Lack of lighting a concern for residents’.
Residents voiced their fears due to the lack of lighting, while also noting some of the frightening events that have occurred, such as burglaries, robberies and even the discovery of a body.
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On arrival, Sibeko spoke to only a few community members, as he was adhering to Covid-19 regulations and wanted to avoid overcrowding.
He informed residents of guidelines and procedures to follow in tackling service delivery issues.
“There are forms which the community must fill in when requesting lights or speed humps.
“The energy department is responsible for handling issues such as street lights.
“There are certain things which must be taken into consideration before these things can be installed,” he explained.
He also emphasised it is the responsibility of residents to attend public meetings.
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“Even before Covid-19 people were not attending public meetings, which are intended for residents to raise issues within their areas.
“Unfortunately, now we can’t hold public meetings due to the pandemic. However, people can visit our offices should they have any problems,” he said.
Resident Peter Mosiya welcomed the gesture and said they would follow the suggested guidelines.
