Service delivery efforts in Ward 2, Pretoria North, are beginning to show visible progress, particularly in road maintenance and park upkeep, as ongoing pressure from residents and consistent engagement with the Tshwane metro start to yield results.

Ward councillor Quentin Meyer said the recent improvements are largely driven by community involvement and persistent follow-ups with municipal departments.

“The ongoing service delivery improvements in Ward 2 are largely the result of sustained pressure from residents, combined with continuous engagement and follow-up with the Tshwane metro,” explained Meyer.

Recent work carried out in Pretoria North and Wolmer included pothole repairs along key streets such as Eeufees, Burger, and Stasie, as well as grass cutting and tree pruning in public spaces like Emily Hobhouse Park.

While these interventions are welcomed, Meyer cautioned that the overall condition of roads in the ward remains a major concern.

“In terms of our roads, the condition in many areas remains a serious concern. There are very few streets without potholes,” he said, adding that the issue has been formally escalated through a pothole petition submitted to the relevant committee.

Although repairs are increasing, Meyer highlighted ongoing challenges linked to water leaks.

“Water leaks frequently damage recently repaired roads, which results in repeated excavations and further deterioration.

“This creates a continuous cycle where potholes reappear or worsen, despite ongoing repair efforts,” he said.

He noted that while progress is evident, a significant backlog still needs to be addressed.

Attention has also been directed towards the state of public parks, which have been affected by misuse and illegal activities.

“Several parks in the area are unfortunately affected by misuse, including illegal dumping and inappropriate occupation of public spaces,” Meyer said.

“This includes mattresses, furniture, and other waste being left in parks, which undermines their intended purpose as safe, clean recreational areas.”

The councillor indicated that further formal steps, including petitions, are being considered to address these concerns.

Residents have expressed mixed reactions to the developments. One Pretoria North resident, Natasha du Plooy, welcomed the improvements, particularly the work done in local parks.

“I’m really happy to see the park being cleaned and trees being trimmed. For a long time, illegal occupants were causing problems and there was a lot of litter everywhere. It’s much safer now for children to play,” she said.

Jody Venter from Wolmer said road conditions remain frustrating despite recent repairs.

“They fix potholes, but after a few weeks they are back again, especially where there are water leaks. We appreciate the effort, but it feels like a temporary solution,” he said.

Meyer acknowledged the challenges faced by municipal teams working under pressure but remained optimistic.

“While there is still much work to be done, we are starting to see measurable progress. I want to acknowledge the efforts of the teams on the ground who are responding under challenging conditions,” he said.

He added that continued collaboration between residents and the municipality will be key to sustaining improvements.

“We will continue to apply pressure where needed and ensure that service delivery remains a priority in Ward 2,” said Meyer.

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