Today, ActionSA’s leadership embarked on a series of site visits to assess the remarkable turnaround in service delivery in our capital since the election of Executive Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya and her multiparty administration.
Today’s oversight visits once again revealed that progress is being made in getting the basics right after years of neglectful governance by previous administrations. The challenges this government still must overcome are significant, but the right steps are being taken to address the legacy of poor financial management, unequal service delivery and poorly targeted investments.
Here are some of the highlights of the tour, which included President Herman Mashaba, National Chairperson Michael Beaumont, Provincial Chairperson Funzi Ngobeni, Regional Chairperson Derrick Mahlangu, and members of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature and the City of Tshwane council.
Akasia & Centurion Weighbridges – For over 10 years, the Centurion and Akasia weigh bridges have not been operational. This has caused the City to lose millions from roads being damaged and revenue being lost. These new weigh bridges will allow TMPD to ensure that vehicles follow weight compliance laws. Importantly, it also allows TMPD to inspect the load being carried by these trucks and ensure that cargo is legal. TMPD can now more easily stop, weigh, fine, and impound overloaded vehicles as needed.
Akasia Customer Care Centre – This centre is among several that will benefit from a proposed R304 million allocation to the City’s Customer Relations Management Department. The 2025/26 budget proposes improvements to customer care centres, reduced waiting times, enhanced call centre efficiency, and the development of a digital platform for residents to log and track service delivery issues.
Tshwane Fresh Produce Market – This administration is committed to making this asset profitable. It also forms part of Tshwane’s Economic Revitalisation Strategy. This is expected to attract R17 billion in new investments and add 80,00 new jobs to the economy by 2029. Per job created, R522k is expected to be added to the economy. It will also be crucial to achieving the targeted economic growth rate of 3.9%.
La Montagne Water Reservoir – This reservoir has been recently handed over to the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone for development. It forms a crucial part of their Phase 2 project, and the infrastructure will be developed by MES Major Projects. A reinforced concrete reservoir will be built that will hold 15 megalitres, standing 12m in height, 200 tons, and 2 500m³ in volume. It will also aid in economic targets of 3.9% annual growth by 2029, targeting 80 000 new jobs.
Claudius, Koedoespoort, & Saulsville Substations – R1.4 billion is being invested into electricity infrastructure repairs and maintenance for the coming financial year. Targeted investments in these substations will help stabilise electricity supply for residents, as well as businesses that depend on it (which also aids the City in reaching economic growth targets). These investments are a pragmatic step towards reversing years of electricity infrastructure decay.
ActionSA leadership will continue to conduct regular site visits to highlight the progress being made by this administration. This will also ensure leadership is accountable to the residents – which is a level of transparency not displayed by previous administrations.
Our recent launch of the Action in Government Tracker provides Tshwane residents and South Africans with a reliable data driven view of the performance of this government, which highlight our clear commitment to full transparency.
We congratulate the Mayor and her hard-working team for their work thus far, and especially laud coalition MMCs in their relevant departments.
Tshwane Oversight Tour Highlights Remarkable Turnaround Under New Administration, With Greater Progress Ahead
Today, ActionSA’s leadership embarked on a series of site visits to assess the remarkable turnaround in service delivery in our capital since the election of Executive Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya and her multiparty administration.
Today’s oversight visits once again revealed that progress is being made in getting the basics right after years of neglectful governance by previous administrations. The challenges this government still must overcome are significant, but the right steps are being taken to address the legacy of poor financial management, unequal service delivery and poorly targeted investments.
Here are some of the highlights of the tour, which included President Herman Mashaba, National Chairperson Michael Beaumont, Provincial Chairperson Funzi Ngobeni, Regional Chairperson Derrick Mahlangu, and members of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature and the City of Tshwane council.
Akasia & Centurion Weighbridges – For over 10 years, the Centurion and Akasia weigh bridges have not been operational. This has caused the City to lose millions from roads being damaged and revenue being lost. These new weigh bridges will allow TMPD to ensure that vehicles follow weight compliance laws. Importantly, it also allows TMPD to inspect the load being carried by these trucks and ensure that cargo is legal. TMPD can now more easily stop, weigh, fine, and impound overloaded vehicles as needed.
Akasia Customer Care Centre – This centre is among several that will benefit from a proposed R304 million allocation to the City’s Customer Relations Management Department. The 2025/26 budget proposes improvements to customer care centres, reduced waiting times, enhanced call centre efficiency, and the development of a digital platform for residents to log and track service delivery issues.
Tshwane Fresh Produce Market – This administration is committed to making this asset profitable. It also forms part of Tshwane’s Economic Revitalisation Strategy. This is expected to attract R17 billion in new investments and add 80,00 new jobs to the economy by 2029. Per job created, R522k is expected to be added to the economy. It will also be crucial to achieving the targeted economic growth rate of 3.9%.
La Montagne Water Reservoir – This reservoir has been recently handed over to the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone for development. It forms a crucial part of their Phase 2 project, and the infrastructure will be developed by MES Major Projects. A reinforced concrete reservoir will be built that will hold 15 megalitres, standing 12m in height, 200 tons, and 2 500m³ in volume. It will also aid in economic targets of 3.9% annual growth by 2029, targeting 80 000 new jobs.
Claudius, Koedoespoort, & Saulsville Substations – R1.4 billion is being invested into electricity infrastructure repairs and maintenance for the coming financial year. Targeted investments in these substations will help stabilise electricity supply for residents, as well as businesses that depend on it (which also aids the City in reaching economic growth targets). These investments are a pragmatic step towards reversing years of electricity infrastructure decay.
ActionSA leadership will continue to conduct regular site visits to highlight the progress being made by this administration. This will also ensure leadership is accountable to the residents – which is a level of transparency not displayed by previous administrations.
Our recent launch of the Action in Government Tracker provides Tshwane residents and South Africans with a reliable data driven view of the performance of this government, which highlight our clear commitment to full transparency.
We congratulate the Mayor and her hard-working team for their work thus far, and especially laud coalition MMCs in their relevant departments.