WITH a background in community, Charles Naidoo feels he is perfectly placed to make an impact as the new ward councillor for Ward 34.

Naidoo, the DA’s councillor candidate, was voted in with 43.7% (7971 votes) of the votes.

The DA was followed by MKP with 17.92% (3268 votes) of the votes and ActionSA with 14.25% (2600 votes).

The ward was previously held by the DA following the last LGE in 2021, however, in subsequent by-elections due to a vacancy in 2024, the ward was won by an independent councillor, Andrew Akkers.

Naidoo will replace Akkers, who joined ActionSA ahead of the Local Government Elections (LGE) earlier this year.

“I’m overwhelmed by the confidence shown in me by the residents and their support. My mandate is to prioritise their concerns. I’ve worked in the community for a long time and have served on the CPF and the ratepayers association. I have a passion for community development. Right now residents are facing challenges with their water supply and billing errors. We have queries almost every day and the rates that residents are paying are too high,” he said.

Top priorities:

• Fix persistent leaks, improve response times and ensure a reliable and equitable water supply.
• Address potholes, drainage, electricity and public facilities through proper maintenance and planning.
• Tackle illegal dumping, improve refuse collection and maintain roads, stormwater systems and open spaces.
• Advocate for proper housing, services and suitable relocation for residents of informal settlements.
  
  For service delivery matters, Naidoo can be reached on 082 822 1654.

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