ActionSA Welcomes Responsible and Sustainable Budget for Tshwane
Cllr Derick Mahlangu
ActionSA Tshwane Regional Chairperson
ActionSA welcomes the City of Tshwane’s Draft Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework for 2025/26, which takes a responsible approach to financial sustainability while prioritizing critical service delivery and infrastructure development.
With a projected total operating revenue of R53.6 billion and an anticipated surplus of R1.3 billion, this budget reflects a commitment to restoring the City’s financial health. The allocation of R2.4 billion for infrastructure projects—including bulk water and sewer upgrades, road improvements, public lighting, and essential community facilities—demonstrates a focus on long-term service delivery improvements.
We acknowledge the need for moderate tariff adjustments, with electricity increasing by 12% and water by 13%, ensuring that essential services remain functional. Importantly, the City has committed to protecting registered indigent households through free basic services and rate exemptions. Additionally, the introduction of a City Cleaning Levy will support environmental sustainability efforts.
This budget is a step towards stabilizing Tshwane’s finances, reducing reliance on external contractors, and improving service delivery efficiency. ActionSA remains committed to working with the City to ensure the successful implementation of these plans for the benefit of all residents.
ActionSA Welcomes Responsible and Sustainable Budget for Tshwane
ActionSA welcomes the City of Tshwane’s Draft Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework for 2025/26, which takes a responsible approach to financial sustainability while prioritizing critical service delivery and infrastructure development.
With a projected total operating revenue of R53.6 billion and an anticipated surplus of R1.3 billion, this budget reflects a commitment to restoring the City’s financial health. The allocation of R2.4 billion for infrastructure projects—including bulk water and sewer upgrades, road improvements, public lighting, and essential community facilities—demonstrates a focus on long-term service delivery improvements.
We acknowledge the need for moderate tariff adjustments, with electricity increasing by 12% and water by 13%, ensuring that essential services remain functional. Importantly, the City has committed to protecting registered indigent households through free basic services and rate exemptions. Additionally, the introduction of a City Cleaning Levy will support environmental sustainability efforts.
This budget is a step towards stabilizing Tshwane’s finances, reducing reliance on external contractors, and improving service delivery efficiency. ActionSA remains committed to working with the City to ensure the successful implementation of these plans for the benefit of all residents.