The Tshwane Metro is stepping up efforts to address a longstanding issue in the central and western region (Region 3), where faulty streetlights have left many streets in darkness, raising safety concerns among residents.

Last week, Tshwane mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya said teams restored 1 713 streetlights across all seven regions, improving visibility for motorists and pedestrians alike.

The region recorded the highest number of repairs, with 647 lights restored, according to the mayor’s weekly newsletter.

“The Electricity and Energy Business Unit also energised three mini-substations in Fort West, bringing light to more than 180 homes and supporting the metro’s efforts to curb illegal connections.”

Moya said the metro’s ongoing restoration programme is part of a broader strategy to improve public safety and service delivery.

She said restoring non-functional streetlights not only increases visibility at night but also contributes to reducing crime and illegal activities in affected neighbourhoods.

Moya thanked the metro teams for their tireless work and urged residents to continue reporting faulty lights.

“Every light restored is a step toward a safer and more secure city for everyone,” she said.

Ward councillor Siobhan Muller said that while the work is welcome, parts of her ward are still affected by streetlights that do not work.

She said the areas she included in the petition for streetlights are still dark and urgently need to be lit.

“Two days back, they fixed streetlights in Acorn Road in Lynnwood, but they are out again,” she said.

Muller highlighted the need for faster and more consistent follow-up maintenance.

Residents have noticed progress but warn that more needs to be done.

Francois Volschenk, who signed the petition to have the streetlights repaired, said some lights are now working, but others remain dark.

“Not all of them are lit, but there is some improvement,” he noted.

Volschenk said the repairs in Region 3 show that the metro is moving to address this persistent problem.

He added that they have collaborated closely with the mayor, achieving good results so far, but emphasised that continuous monitoring and faster response times remain crucial.

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