Streetlights out in Morningside Manor
Councillor Lori Coogan says streetlight disconnections and the use of clinic generators show a system under serious strain.
In Morningside Manor, the lights are going out, and so is the patience of residents.
The streetlight outages have persisted for months, and only a few have been partially restored.
According to Ward 109 councillor Lori Coogan, the problem goes beyond faulty lighting; it’s rooted in financial mismanagement, poor coordination, and outdated infrastructure.
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“Eskom has been disconnecting power boxes that are linked to City Power-operated streetlights, because City Power owes Eskom a large debt, and although they are reportedly paying it back through a structured plan, that has not stopped Eskom from pulling the plug, literally.”
She added that Elza Lane, most of Lynton Road, and Judy Crescent have seen some lights return. But others, including Ridgeway Drive and sections of Lynton Road near Murray Avenue, remain in the dark.
“This is not just a local problem. Wendywood Clinic is still running daily on a generator. These are signs of a bigger issue, that City Power, the Health Department, and Eskom need better coordination, especially in Eskom-powered zones.”
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