. The illegal tuck shop in Jonker Park is still causing sleepless nights. Nelspruit Post has been reporting on this matter since April and according to Mr Werner le Grange, DA councillor in the area, the owner, Julio Songs, was arrested a few months ago, but released on bail shortly thereafter. According to residents the tuck shop started operating again shortly thereafter.
During a mayoral imbizo in May, it was indicated by the previous executive mayor that the building would be demolished. “It should be noted that illegal activities are taking place there. During the imbizo, it was proposed by the previous executive mayor that the tuck shop should be demolished.
A report will be tabled to council,” said Mr Joseph Ngala, spokesman for Mbombela. According to le Grange he is still waiting for the response from council. Neighbours complained about noise, drinking and unwanted characters loitering in the area. According to Songs the residents were jealous and angry.
