Kathorus residents share their expectations ahead of the elections
With the date for the local government elections looming, Kathorus MAIL took to the streets to get residents' views about their thoughts and expectations from the upcoming elections on November 1.
Tsietsi Ngobese from Ward 108 in Moleleki Extension Two said he is not going to vote because there is no progress.
“My vote won’t make any difference because the promise remains the same. After five years we get to see the people we voted for give us more empty promises.
“When you try to run community projects they do not support you unless if it is for a comrade. They are not serving in the interest of the community,” said Ngobese.
He said all the councillors who took office for the past three terms promised to build parks and fix facilities, but once they are elected they relocate and buy fancy cars.
“They feel untouchable, you cannot even talk to them and they no longer listen. The previous three councillors did nothing, so what is the point?” he asked.
Bethuel Matabole from Ward 51 in Nhlapo Section said he is definitely going to vote at Mogobeng Primary School voting station.
He said he hasn’t missed a single election day since democracy started, adding he believes his vote will make a difference one day.
“We need to improve the community, we need excellence in service delivery and we need committed people who are there to serve the best interest of all citizens.
“No more delay in promises. We want a reduction of debts to householders, a solution for the constant electricity cuts and free data for high school learners and tertiary students,” he said.
Vosloorus resident Sinah Madi from Ward 64 said she going to make her mark.
She said they would like to see an improvement in services delivery, access to information and educational programmes for the youth and people with disabilities without discrimination.
Gogo Rosy Mthembu said she never met the ward councillor, she only votes to guard against apartheid.
“Yes, I am going to vote. I just do it for people who suffered for it and those who died for the struggle,” she said.
Thokoza Nthabiseng Mofukeng shared the same sentiments. She said she votes because it has become a norm for her and she will do so again this year.
Papi Nkoane said he will vote for the ruling party. He believes his vote will make a change in his community.
“We need implementation of radical economic transformation,” said Nkoane.
Karabo Kodisang from Ward 101 in Katlehong said he already knows the candidate he prefers to vote for.
