Mayor conducts service delivery visit in Thembisa
Among the main issues raised by the public were illegal dumping, crime, sewer blockages and the instability of the electricity network.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Ekurhuleni, Clr Sivuyile Ngodwana, accompanied by members of the mayoral committee, conducted a comprehensive service delivery visit to Thembisa on September 8.
The service delivery drive was part of the Masisebenzeni Mayoral Outreach Programme.
The event doubled up as an opportunity for the leadership to engage with community leaders about service delivery issues, while senior municipal officials were there to address critical concerns raised by the community.
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Among the main issues raised by the public were illegal dumping, crime, sewer blockages and the instability of the electricity.
Ngodwana emphasised the importance of educating residents about the dangers of illegal dumping and its severe impact on the environment.
Recognising the detrimental effects of such practices, the mayor called on community leaders to collaborate in raising awareness about responsible waste disposal.
Turning to the issue of sewer blockages, Ekurhuleni’s first citizen indicated that this must be attributed to the disposal of foreign objects into the sewage system.
In light of this, Ngodwana urged ward councillors to emphasise to communities the importance of caring for the infrastructure and refraining from throwing foreign objects into the sewage systems.
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“By working collectively to address this issue, the community can contribute to the smooth operation of the sewage systems and ensure a cleaner and healthier environment for all,” he said.
In addition, the mayor and team made a stop at the new Phomolong substation, which is currently under construction to ensure a reliable supply of electricity to the residents.
This vital infrastructure project not only aims to enhance the quality of life for the community but also supports local businesses to enhance township economic growth and development.
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“The City of Ekurhuleni remains committed to providing efficient and effective service delivery to its residents,” said Ngodwana.
“The municipality’s dedication to improving infrastructure, enhancing public services, and addressing the needs of the community remains on track.”
