The City of Johannesburg has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritising the provision of basic services for the residents, with a particular focus on water and sanitation. This commitment was emphasised by Deputy Executive Mayor Cllr Loyiso Masuku.
Addressing residents at the first physical Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session held in Region D2 at Orlando East Communal Hall , Cllr Masuku stated: “We are prioritising the provision of basic services such as clean water, reliable electricity, and efficient waste management to improve residents’ quality of life.”
A significant portion of her presentation focused on ongoing service delivery initiatives, especially water and sanitation projects currently underway in Soweto. Among the key projects highlighted were:
- The provision of basic sanitation in Naledi, Ward 130, which is 95% complete.
- The Nancefield Outfall Sewer Phase 1 project, covering wards 37, 38, and 39, currently at 83% completion.
- The construction of road and stormwater infrastructure in Ward 19, which is 96% complete.
“These projects demonstrate that we are listening to your concerns and taking action. However, we acknowledge that more still needs to be done. We must also explore partnerships with the private sector to unlock additional resources and accelerate service delivery,” Cllr Masuku added.
She also announced that a high school requested by the community is now 66% complete. This was achieved through collaborations with the Gauteng Department of Education and National Government.
Following the presentation, residents raised concerns that included inadequate stormwater drainage, potholes, crime, safety in parks and open spaces, youth unemployment, illegal dumping, electrification, and the need for industrial parks.
A resident, Fezile Nkola from Ward 30, said: “We need a clinic, taxi rank, multi-purpose centre, and sports facilities in our area. We also urge the City to urgently address the escalating issues of crime and drug abuse in our community.”
The residents, the MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services, Cllr Jack Sekwaila, and the MMC for Community Development, Cllr Thapelo Amad, committed to addressing residents’ concerns as part of the IDP refinement process.
The Deputy Executive Mayor further proposed hosting a Crime Imbizo to address safety-related concerns raised by residents.
The Speaker of Council, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, encouraged residents to continue participating in upcoming IDP sessions in their respective areas, emphasising that the IDP process provides an important platform for communities to engage meaningfully with government and influence development priorities.
Residents are encouraged to submit their comments and inputs by clicking here . All submissions must be made by 18 May 2026.
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