Council has resolved to undertake a comprehensive inspection of all capital projects across the municipality. One of these inspections took place on Friday, February 20 when Executive Mayor Gaba Thithiba Ka Qhele, Speaker Moithoesi Rosy Dassie, and Single Whip Lumkile Links, together with senior officials from various municipal departments conducted oversight inspections of ongoing capital projects

According to JB Marks Municipality spokesperson Jeanette Tshite, the inspection followed a resolution adopted at the first Special Council Meeting of the year, held on January 30. Council resolved to undertake

“The purpose of the oversight initiative is to ensure that the municipal administration complies with the approved capital budget, expenditure frameworks, and implementation timelines,” stated Tshite.

The inspection forms part of the municipality’s broader programme to reinforce accountability, strengthen infrastructure delivery, and restore public confidence in local government.

Project sites visited included Promosa, Ikageng Ext 6, Ext 7, and Mohadin in Potchefstroom.

Among the projects inspected were the construction of the Promosa Bridge; the 25-Megalitre water reservoir in Ext 7; the Ikageng Ext 6 sewer and top structure project; the upgrade of the sewer line in Mohadin; and the upgrade of the Botha Street (Chris Hani) pump station. These initiatives represent significant capital investment aimed at enhancing bulk infrastructure capacity, improving the reliability of essential services, and addressing long-standing service delivery challenges.

According to Tshite, the inspection confirmed that the projects are progressing in line with approved plans and contractual obligations, with completion anticipated within the respective timelines.

“Beyond monitoring physical progress, the oversight visit served to ensure strict affected mobility between Promosa and adherence to governance standards, responsible management of public funds, and measurable performance by appointed contractors.”

Thithiba Ka Qhele emphasised that fixing local government requires visible leadership, consistent oversight, and decisive intervention where necessary. He highlighted the urgency of accelerating implementation to ensure that communities experience tangible improvements in their daily lives.

He further called for constructive collaboration among political parties within the council, noting that collective responsibility and institutional stability are critical to achieving sustainable service delivery outcomes. Infrastructure investment remains a central pillar of the municipality’s turnaround strategy.

With water shortages continuing to pose challenges in many municipalities nationwide, the 25-megalitre water reservoir in Extension 7 is a strategic intervention aimed at improving water security, stabilising supply, and building long-term resilience.

According to the JB Marks Municipality the construction of the bridge at the Promosa-Poortjie Dam will address persistent flooding challenges that have Mohadin, thereby enhancing road safety, supporting local economic activity, and improving community connectivity.

Tshite further added that targeted interventions, the municipality is repositioning capital infrastructure not merely as construction projects, but as catalysts for socio-economic development, public safety enhancement, and improved quality of life for residents.

Further inspections of remaining capital project sites will be undertaken as part of an institutionalised oversight programme designed to strengthen project governance and ensure value for money.

“The leadership of the JB Marks Local Municipality remains committed to responsive administration, proactive monitoring, and swift intervention where service delivery systems show signs of strain – recognising that rebuilding trust in local government depends on consistent performance, accountability, and measurable results. Fixing local government is not a slogan, but a sustained commitment to disciplined governance, strategic infrastructure investment, and the efficient and equitable delivery of services to residents,” added Tshite.