Gatvol protest: Residents reveal why they have had enough

More residents spoke out about why they are standing together and united against the municipality.

• Read initial article here: Gatvol! Town’s residents unite against lack of service delivery

Recently, residents embarked on a ‘Gatvol’ protest at the municipal office to address their concerns with service delivery.

Toekomsrus resident Sharodon Leslie shared that she struggles with potholes and water delivery.

Our water is switched off daily and only switched on during the night. Even the crèches are left without water.

“When we go to the clinic, services there are refused. We truly hope that something comes from this protest. The municipality has to look at our struggles. I hope that we can all come together as a unit,” she expressed.

• Also read: Gatvol protest: The five major service delivery issues

Another resident, Petro Muller, who lives in Homelake, stated she is also disappointed by the lack of service delivery.

“I struggle with emphysema and need to be on oxygen machines. When a power outage occurs, my machines stop working. I have lost so much food because it just rots in my fridge. I am a widow having to struggle with this.

“I just hope that the right thing will be done,” Muller explained.