Court orders immediate release of funds

The Pietermaritzburg High Court has directed that all attachments and garnishees on uThukela District Municipality’s bank accounts be lifted immediately. The court has further ordered that any funds withdrawn be returned to the municipality within 48 hours.

Additionally, the respondents are restrained from initiating or acting upon any further writs of execution related to this matter until Part B of the application is finalised.

uThukela welcomes the High Court ruling that provides urgent relief by ordering the suspension of the execution process which led to the attachment of the municipality’s bank accounts.

Relief for service delivery to continue

This judgment brings urgent relief to the municipality, enabling it to continue providing essential services to the residents of uThukela District without disruption.

Commitment to financial stability and governance

“The municipality reaffirms its commitment to financial stability, responsible governance and uninterrupted service delivery. uThukela District Municipality emphasises that the court’s decision ensures that municipal operations can proceed smoothly while maintaining its constitutional mandate to serve the community,” said uThukela spokesperson Siybonga Masoka.

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