Residents and councillors in Olievenhoutbosch have expressed their satisfaction with the recent Re A Spana campaign, which took place last week and focused on accelerating service delivery in wards 77 and 106.

The Tshwane metro-led programme formed part of a targeted intervention to address persistent service delivery challenges across Region 4.

The metro dedicated the week to tackling priority issues identified in a service delivery scouting exercise conducted in collaboration with ward councillors.

Work began in Ward 77 from April 7–8, when teams addressed a range of concerns, including grass cutting, pothole patching, road relaying, maintenance of road markings, clearing illegal dumping, resolving sewer and water issues, and repairing streetlights.

A dedicated team was also deployed to assist residents with municipal billing and related queries.

Ward 77 councillor Thembeni Thabatha welcomed the intervention, describing it as a significant step toward resolving key challenges in his ward.

“One of the most pressing issues has been the deteriorating condition of Samrand Road due to persistent water leaks and underlying groundwater issues in the dolomitic area,” Thabatha explained.

“I am happy with the work done in my ward. There were a number of issues addressed, but the main one I wanted resolved was the condition of Samrand Road.”

In addition to road repairs, Thabatha confirmed that teams carried out other tasks, such as pothole patching, streetlight repairs, grass cutting, and removing illegal dumping.

He added that illegal structures were dismantled in several areas, including the Choba informal settlement and routes leading to the R55 near Olieven Plaza.

From April 9–10, the campaign moved into Ward 106, where operations continued as planned.

During a site visit to Olievenhoutbosch Ext 15, Ward 106 councillor Kenneth Masha confirmed that intervention efforts were already underway, building on earlier assessments conducted with city officials.

“We are here again following our previous visit with city officials back in February, where we highlighted key service delivery issues that needed urgent intervention,” he said.

Masha added that teams had begun repairing Umhlume Street, which had been damaged for a long time.

We are in Olievenhoutbosch, Ward 106, this afternoon to oversee serval services delivery activities. Our teams are resurfacing several roads in the area as part of our efforts to make this community more accessible for vehicles and pedestrians. We were joined by Ward Cllr Kenneth… pic.twitter.com/TNuoeFZ21r

— Dr Nasiphi Moya (@nasiphim) April 9, 2026

He emphasised that the current work was part of a broader response to previously identified challenges in the ward, noting that the city had now returned to implement the solutions discussed earlier.

MMC for Roads and Transport, Tlangi Mogale, who joined officials during a visit to Ext 26, acknowledged residents’ patience while outlining progress made on critical infrastructure.

She confirmed that a stormwater drainage system in the area had been completed to address flooding issues that previously affected homes.

“We are here today with a team from the city who managed to complete repairs on the stormwater drainage system. Previously, water would flow onto streets and into residents’ homes, causing flooding, but now it will flow in the correct way,” she said.

Our Water and Sanitation team is repairing the stormwater drainage system in Olivenhoutbosch Ext 26. This will resolve the issue of water flowing into the streets. @CityTshwane @tlangimich https://t.co/x59Mib1QMG pic.twitter.com/Cj1hbfHVuh

— Dr Nasiphi Moya (@nasiphim) April 9, 2026

Mogale also highlighted the cost-saving benefits of the intervention, explaining that the work was completed internally by city teams.

“This is something that would usually require a contractor and cost the city a lot of money. However, we managed to complete it ourselves. While it could have taken longer, the team completed everything sooner and at a reduced cost,” she said.

However, Mogale cautioned that Olievenhoutbosch still faces multiple service delivery challenges.

She noted that while progress is being made, the area continues to struggle with issues such as illegal dumping, potholes, and broader social concerns.

She emphasised that the city often has to address multiple challenges simultaneously.

Tshwane Mayor, Dr Nasiphi Moya, reiterated that the intervention in Olievenhoutbosch forms part of a broader effort to improve accessibility and living conditions in the area.

“Our teams are resurfacing several roads in the area as part of our efforts to make this community more accessible for vehicles and pedestrians,” said Moya.

She added that the city is intensifying efforts to combat illegal dumping.

We are removing illegal dumping sites in Olievenhoutbosch. Please help keep the city clean, residents of Tshwane. We have a huge problem with reoccurring dumping sites. Waste collection bins are accessible from municipal offices. @CityTshwane #ReASpana pic.twitter.com/Yy6WKeyaNR

— Dr Nasiphi Moya (@nasiphim) April 9, 2026

“We are also removing illegal dumping sites in Olievenhoutbosch. Please help us keep the city clean, residents of Tshwane. We have a huge problem with recurring dumping sites,” she stated.

Moya noted that the intervention follows direct engagements with councillors to identify priority areas and that the campaign is being implemented in a co-ordinated manner across departments.

The mayor confirmed that the city’s approach goes beyond basic maintenance and includes by-law enforcement measures, such as removing illegal structures and disconnecting unlawful electricity connections, which have previously hindered service delivery.

According to Moya, challenges such as illegal connections and infrastructure damage, particularly along Samrand Road, have made it difficult for the city to carry out essential repairs, necessitating stricter enforcement.

Despite potential resistance from residents, Moya maintained that these measures are necessary to restore order and improve living conditions in the area.

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