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IOL News
4 hours ago
- Business
- IOL News
DA calls for Tshwane Deputy Mayor Modise to explain R12. 5 million unpaid rent
City of Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise is facing criticism over allegations that his company owes the North West Housing Corporation R12.5 million in unpaid rent for the Morula Sun property. Image: Supplied/ City of Tshwane The DA in the North West wants City of Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise to appear before a provincial legislature portfolio committee to explain a lease agreement linked to his alleged R12.5 million debt in unpaid rent for the Morula Sun property, managed by the North West Housing Corporation (NWHC). The party has asked the portfolio committee on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs to summon both Modise and the NWHC 'to come and account for this convenient arrangement between an ANC politician and a failing provincial entity, currently governed by a board staffed by a cohort of ANC politicians'. Modise, who is also the ANC chairperson in the Tshwane region, has reportedly denied owing NWHC, saying he won't let political gimmicks damage the relationship between his party and NWHC. He claimed his administration has transformed the entity, curbed criminal activities, and put a stop to vandalism. He highlighted that since the lease agreement his company has expensive crucial renovations and makeovers of the property. He said his company entered into the agreement before he became a councillor and deputy mayor. He declined to disclose further details, citing that the matter is being handled by the board of lawyers, saying it would be "disingenuous and inconsiderate" to comment further. CJ Steyl, DA MPL in the North West Provincial Legislature and spokesperson on Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, revealed that the outstanding debt owed by Modise to NWHC was exposed through a parliamentary written question posed by DA MPL Johni Steenkamp. The response to Steenkamp's question revealed that Modise's company, Mzanzi Resorts, owes the financially strained NWHC over R12.5 million in rental fees for the Morula Sun property. It was revealed that Modise entered into a lease agreement with NWHC in December 2019 for the Morula Sun property, with a monthly rental fee of R150,000. The contract was for three years but was extended to April 2026, despite millions owed in arrears. According to Steyl, the last payments were received in September 2024. 'It is notable that Tshwane Deputy Mayor Modise indicated on the addendum for the extension of the contract, dismissed the arrears amounts in lieu of repairs he brought, despite the contract stating in the lessee's obligations that Mzanzi resorts would be responsible for the maintenance,' he said. The DA has also referred the matter to Jacqui Uys, the party's Tshwane spokesperson on Finance, to initiate an investigation into Modise within the Metro council. 'The DA will not rest until every cent owed by Tshwane Deputy Mayor Modise is paid in full and that the NWHC accounts for the actions that led to this agreement between the compromised entity and an ANC politician,' Steyl said.
The Citizen
a day ago
- Business
- The Citizen
Tshwane Deputy Mayor accused of owing R12.5m in rental arrears
The DA further alleges that Modise dismissed the arrears in an addendum to the lease, citing repairs done to the property. The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the North West has accused Tshwane Deputy Mayor and MMC for Finance, Eugene Modise, of owing more than R12.5 million in unpaid rent to the North West Housing Corporation (NWHC) for the lease of the Morula Sun property through his company, Mzanzi Resorts. According to DA CJ Steyl, the debt stems from a lease agreement entered into in December 2019. DA allegations The contract, initially set for three years, was extended to April 2026 despite arrears reportedly accumulating since the last payment in September 2024. 'The Deputy Mayor of Tshwane has failed to honour a lease agreement with a struggling state entity, while extending the contract under questionable terms. 'This raises serious concerns about accountability and preferential treatment,' said Steyl. The DA further alleges that Modise dismissed the arrears in an addendum to the lease, citing repairs done to the property. However, the contract reportedly places maintenance responsibilities on the lessee. 'We have referred this matter to our Tshwane Spokesperson on Finance, Jacqui Uys, to investigate within the Metro Council,' Steyl said. 'We also request the Deputy Mayor and NWHC to appear before the North West Legislature's Portfolio Committee.' The city said it can not confirm the deputy mayor's personal business in the North West. ALSO READ: DA threats 'irresponsible': Ramaphosa 'amazed' at Steenhuisen's reaction over Whitfield dismissal Modise denies owing money Responding to the allegations, Modise said the lease agreement was signed before he took public office and that it had been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. 'We are not owing NWHC. We have made expensive and crucial renovations and makeover of the property, and the extension has merit,' Modise said. He said he had declared the agreement upon entering office and dismissed the DA's claims as politically motivated. 'Please don't expect me to contaminate the relationship we have with NWHC due to political gimmicks,' he said. Modise added that discussions around the lease were ongoing between Mzanzi Resorts, the NWHC board, and legal representatives. 'It would be disingenuous and inconsiderate to disclose the details while engagements are underway.' NOW READ: Leaving GNU would cause 'coalition of chaos', says Steenhuisen as DA escalates pressure
TimesLIVE
5 days ago
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Sundowns can use lessons from Borussia thriller against Fluminense: Teko and Hlompho
Mamelodi Sundowns have to take confidence from their thrilling 4-3 Club World Cup Group F defeat against Borussia Dortmund, learn from some mistakes and tighten certain areas to try to beat Fluminense, legends Teko Modise and Hlompho Kekana said. Notably, Downs have to take their chances better, they said of the final group match where the Brazilians need to beat Fluminense at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Wednesday (9pm SA time), or draw and hope Dortmund are shocked by not beating Ulsan HD. Downs started with a 1-0 win against South Korean outfit Ulsan in Orlando. Modise and Kekana, speaking on Sundowns' Pitchside Podcast, were impressed with the Pretoria team's display in one of the matches of the tournament in the searing noon Cincinnati heat on Saturday where, even at 4-1 up, Dortmund could never say they felt comfortable. Sundowns were the more unfortunate side, with Ronwen Williams' out-of-character error allowing an equaliser after Lucas Ribeiro's excellent early opener, a deflected own goal by Khuliso Mudau and hitting the post twice. Downs even had the better of possession. 'We knew it was a game of consequence. It was the game we needed to win, if we didn't at least draw to get yourself above [the points margin] going into the last game,' Modise said. 'But also you are playing German giants, you are expecting a highly tactical game. Of course we made mistakes but those types of mistakes are the type that happen in a game and you want them to happen so you can learn from them. 'One thing I'll give to the guys is the character. Coming back into the game, forcing things and also playing the Sundowns way. And to be able to have a 4-3 scoreline against Borussia Dortmund, not many people can say that.' No matter where we are in the world, WE LOVE YOU 💛 #Sundowns #FIFACWC #TakeItToTheWorld #AfricaToTheWorld — Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) June 23, 2025 While the midday heat might have played to Sundowns' favour marginally, Kekana was impressed at how the Brazilians maintained their intensity to the end against such quality opponents in a fast-paced clash. 'I give credit to the boys playing in this heat and not showing signs of cracking,' Downs' 2016 Caf Champions League-winning captain said. 'I can't fault the performance. I give them 9.5 [out of 10] in terms of the good things they have done. ''The good things says they managed to do what they normally do. They played the game. 'I was worried this was a big match, they would come here and get overwhelmed by the stage. That was not the case. Mamelodi Sundowns showed the world they deserve to be in this space. 'On the world stage we know where we are in terms of the benchmark and we can only build from there. 'I'm sure the lessons, where I took that 5% or 10% out, is the chances [not taken]. At this level they don't miss a lot. We let them off the hook a lot.' Kekana said Downs know what is needed against Fluminense, where a victory will see them make history in FIFA's first expanded, 32-team Club World Cup. 'In the sense there's something to play for, we need those [three] points. I would wish to see Sundowns in the knockout stages because this is a team that is very ambitious. 'We want to see more players being exposed to more pressure matches on the world stage. This performance against Borussia is where we should build from as Sundowns.' Hard Rock Stadium, home of NFL team the Miami Dolphins and sometimes Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Major League Soccer side, will be hot again with a 3pm Florida time kickoff.
The Citizen
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Modise calls for Sundowns tweaks ahead of Fluminense clash
'We can't always press high, we can't always build from the back and always try to draw them in,' Modise said. Mamelodi Sundowns legend Teko Modise has identified key areas for improvement ahead of their decisive FIFA Club World Cup group stage clash against Fluminense on Wednesday night. Sundowns must win The Brazilians suffered a narrow 4-3 defeat to Borussia Dortmund in their second match of the tournament. Heading into the final Group F fixture, Sundowns must secure victory if they are to progress to the knockout stage. ALSO READ: Pirates announce surprise new head coach! Fluminense currently top the group standings with four points from two matches, level with second-placed Dortmund, who trail on goal difference. Masandawana sit third on three points and require a win to reach the last 16. Dortmund will be overwhelming favourites in their final group match against Ulsan HD, with the South Korean side already eliminated after losses to both Sundowns and Fluminense. Modise has urged the Tshwane giants to show more tactical variation, particularly in possession, after three costly errors led directly to Dortmund's goals. 'We had issues with the weather the same as Dortmund and there were moments where we saw players going down and the tempo going down and those are the lessons that we need to learn,' Modise said to the club's pitchside podcast. 'With Dortmund, there were times where they were not pressing hard because they were reserving their energy and we need to play the game in phases as well. We can't always press high, we can't always build from the back and always try to draw them in. Modise – 'We need to be adaptable' 'We need to have variations in how we play and these are the tournaments that will actually teach us those things because we meet different teams from different countries that have a different way of playing. We need to be adaptable in how we play and this tournament will teach us that.' Despite the result, the former Bafana Bafana midfielder praised Sundowns for their spirited showing against the Bundesliga side, noting the team's character and attacking intent at the TQL Stadium in Cincinnati last Saturday. 'This is high level but for the fact that we still play the Mamelodi Sundowns way, and for the fact that we still command respect from a coach of Dortmund's calibre, it says a lot about the quality that the team has,' Modise added. ALSO READ: Man City hit six to reach Club World Cup last 16, Real Madrid win with 10 men 'Yet again, nobody remembers how you lost, people remember the winners and I think that's where the team needs to evolve into by playing in such games we need to win. I know for sure that we got into the game trying to win it and we showed that we wanted to win it and even the substitutes had a lot of energy.'
The Star
18-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Teko Modise: Brazilians ready to unleash African flair on the global stage
All eyes will be firmly on the Inter & Co. Stadium in the early hours of tomorrow morning as Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to embark on their most significant global challenge yet: the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. This tournament, set to redefine club football's pinnacle, is not merely a competition but a grand stage for African football to assert its growing prowess. The journey for Masandawana begins in the early hours of tomorrow morning (South African Standard Time) when they kick off their campaign against formidable South Korean champions, Ulsan HD. This inaugural match in a 32-team tournament marks a pivotal moment for the Brazilians and the continent they represent. Ahead of their opening game, Showmax caught up with former legendary Sundowns midfielder Teko Modise to chat about the Brazilians' journey on the world stage. Modise is revered as one of the greatest PSL players of all time, Modise's illustrious career with Sundowns saw him lift multiple Premier Soccer League titles, the Nedbank Cup, Telkom Knockout, and crucially, the CAF Champions League in 2016 – the very triumph that paved the way for Sundowns' previous Club World Cup appearance. Modise immediately highlights that the FIFA Club World Cup will be a game-changer, stressing that facing many different types of opponents will strongly push Mamelodi Sundowns to grow and improve. 'Playing against all those different teams with different philosophies will definitely challenge Mamelodi Sundowns to elevate not just their game but their approach as well. They'll have to learn to deal with new challenges that maybe they've never faced before, the speed of Dortmund, the possessional emphasis of Fluminense since Sundowns are used to being the dominant ones when it comes to possession." This shows that the team needs to change their tactics, especially since they usually control the ball with their famous "Shoe Shine & Piano" style, Modise believes. The tournament puts Mamelodi Sundowns in what many call the "Group of Death," along with German giants Borussia Dortmund and South American champions Fluminense. This tough draw is a big chance for the team. Modise's comments about facing "new challenges" and needing to "unlearn bad habits" mean that the tournament is valuable for more than just winning games. 'The experience itself will teach them a lot, making the team and individual players better at their game and how they play. Seeing difficulties as valuable lessons helps manage expectations while also showing the club's goal to grow and adapt at the highest levels of football.' Modise also believes that Sundowns players will grow personally from their experience at the Club World Cup. He believes playing against strong, unfamiliar opponents makes players improve their skills. "The fact that you'll be facing opponents that you wouldn't normally do makes the challenges more interesting. For individual players it's all about learning and improving your game.' Going deeper, Modise talks about the mental and tactical changes needed in a tournament of this magnitude. "Such high profile opposition forces one to unlearn bad habits that you mostly get away with because of the regular opponents you face. It triggers your mental and physical challenges you definitely going to face. It is only then that you find solutions for whatever issues you may face as a team or individual. This means they need to be flexible, strong, and able to find answers under a lot of pressure.' Even though they need to adapt, Modise adds that it is important however that Sundowns stick to their main way of playing: 'You have to play your own game regardless." He also believes that Sundowns' recent wins in Africa give them a solid base for their exploits in the Club World Cup. "The experience of continental success will help them remember the importance of working as a collective, believing in each other's abilities and trusting the work that has been put into their game." For Modise, Sundowns playing in this tournament is more than just about the club; it carries the hopes of all of African football. "The biggest statement that they can possibly make is showing how talented the team is and the type of football they play, continuing with their emphasis of African giants by showing no fear and having the arrogance to win and dominate their opponents, and most importantly by displaying how good African teams and football have grown over the years." This makes the club's mission bigger than just winning for Mamelodi Sundowns. Because of their unmatched recent success, they are in a unique position to represent African club football. Being placed in a tough "Group of Death" makes this goal even more important. 'The bigger idea is that every pass, tackle, and goal from Sundowns in this tournament will be seen as a sign of African football's standing in the world.' Modise, who was a master of flair himself, connects his own playing style directly to Mamelodi Sundowns' unique "Shoe Shine and Piano" way of playing. "If there's one thing we can pride ourselves in, it's the flair and mobility we possess. I'll play how I would in the streets to try disrupting their rhythm while projecting mine with flair and mobility. Sundowns are not just playing football, but performing an art form that is clearly African and exciting.' Sundowns' group stage fixtures: Ulsan HD v Mamelodi Sundowns: Wednesday, 18 June: 00:00 (SA time) Mamelodi Sundowns v Borussia Dortmund: Saturday, 21 June: 18:00 (SA time) Mamelodi Sundowns v Fluminense: Wednesday, 25 June: 21:00 (SA time)
