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The Citizen
20 minutes ago
- The Citizen
City to demolish buildings after reclaiming land for mixed-use development
According to the metro, a large property measuring about 15ha has been reclaimed, following a recent site visit to the Pretoria West area, and is now earmarked for mixed-use development. The July 29 visit to the property on the corner of Sophie de Bruyn and Bloed Streets, was conducted by Mayor Nasiphi Moya and Kholofelo Morodi, MMC for Corporate and Shared Services and Chairperson of the Bad Buildings Mayoral Sub-Committee. Morodi believes this will pave the way for mixed-use development to serve the economic transformation of the city's urban core, but also voiced concern about ongoing vandalism and theft at the site. 'The city is gravely concerned by recent incidents of illegal trespassing and theft of building materials from the site. 'Let it be unequivocally stated: Those who violate the law by unlawfully accessing this property or stealing its materials will face arrest, and their vehicles will be impounded. 'This is public land, reclaimed for public benefit, not for looting or lawlessness,' Morodi said, adding that anyone committing crimes on municipal land will face the harshest consequences of the law. Moya also made comments aimed at people stealing supplies, referring to a social media video claiming to show theft from the site. 'There was a video on Friday that was showing people who came to scavenge on the property and took some of the material away. 'We have since deployed [the]TMPD, because there are people who are trespassing on this property. We are here to make sure the scavenging stops and we will protect this property so, we can start the demolition. 'There will be demolition happening, and we will continue to deploy the TMPD to protect the property, so people don't just walk in and take what they want,' she said. She said after the demolition of the buildings on the site, the space will go on the market. Moya also said they impounded a truck parked near the property for trespassing, adding that they had found materials from the site loaded on the truck, and says she believes that an aggressive approach to lawlessness is needed for progress to occur. Moya and Morodi called on residents, community leaders, stakeholders, and investors to help play a role in safeguarding public land by reporting acts of criminality when they occur. Watch here: This afternoon, we inspected the Pta West precinct, where we reclaimed 15ha of Council property. Security measures have been reinforced while plans are being finalised for demolition. This parcel of land will be put on the market for mixed-use development.@CityTshwane — Dr Nasiphi Moya (@nasiphim) July 28, 2025 Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to [email protected] or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok.
Eyewitness News
a day ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
ActionSA unveils service delivery tracker of City of Tshwane
JOHANNESBURG - ActionSA has unveiled a new service delivery tracker for the City of Tshwane, aimed at holding the coalition government accountable. The party said the tool would help residents monitor progress and failures under the multiparty administration led by Mayor Nasiphi Moya. ActionSA currently forms part of the African National Congress (ANC)-led multiparty coalition in the capital, with its councillor, Moya, as mayor. The party previously launched a similar app for tracking the Government of National Unity (GNU). At a media briefing in Pretoria on Tuesday, ActionSA national chairperson, Micheal Beaumont, said the motivation for the tracker was partly due to fighting misinformation around the coalition government. "As a government, ActionSA wants to be held accountable. We don't want to operate in an environment where we simply engage with our voters once every five years. We believe there must be a continuous process and it starts with doing what this GNU government has not done and that's defining your priorities, which is codifying how they should be measured and putting it out there to South Africans and civil society so they can hold you accountable against those standards."
IOL News
a day ago
- Politics
- IOL News
ActionSA introduces performance tracker and discusses Mettler's future
Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya has reiterated that the multiparty coalition in the city remains stable, despite potential threats from the ANC to remove City Manager Johann Mettler, a move opposed by ActionSA. Image: Oupa Mokoena / Independent Newspapers ActionSA has taken a decision to desist from speaking out about potential threats to remove City of Tshwane municipal manager Johann Mettler, who has faced recent criticism from the ANC over the legitimacy of his 2022 appointment. Party national chairperson Michael Beaumont made this assertion during a media briefing in Pretoria on Tuesday, where the party launched the Tshwane mayor's performance tracker that shows how the city is performing under the leadership of ActionSA Mayor Nasiphi Moya. The controversy surrounding Mettler's appointment has been ongoing, with the ANC announcing plans to request a special council meeting to debate the validity of his appointment. The party has raised concerns about alleged irregularities in the selection panel's composition and questioned whether Mettler met the required minimum competency levels. Mettler's appointment has been surrounded by controversy following a letter from Gauteng MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Jacob Mamabolo, to Moya, inquiring about the integrity of the appointment process for a senior manager. Asked to clarify ActionSA's stance, Beaumont said the party will not engage further on the issue of threats to remove Mettler from his position. 'We ventilated our opinion on the issue. It is a matter of public record and particularly in light of our view that we should not invite unnecessary instability in the city that is starting to move forward for the first time in a long time. In our view this is a governance issue and we would like to draw a very big wall between governance and the party political issues,' he said. He had previously stated that ActionSA does not support Mettler's removal, citing that stability in senior city management is crucial to the formula that has begun to yield success. On a lighter vein, Beaumont responded to speculation about a potential motion of no confidence against Moya, saying that it is a trend in South Africa for people to start plotting a mayor's removal from day one. He taunted those planning the motion, saying: 'If you think the reaction to General (Nhlanhla) Mkhwanazi was big, I would like to consider carefully how the residents would respond to anyone who tries to remove this mayor. I wish that political party good luck with their idea.' Meanwhile, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba said threats to remove Mettler will be handled by Moya in a proper and professional manner at the appropriate time. Beaumont explained that the Tshwane mayor's performance tracker is updated in real-time with data from the city, allowing residents to monitor the city's progress on the party's website. The ActionSA-initiated government tracker monitors key areas such as financial stability, infrastructure, economic revitalisation, safety and cleanliness, governance, and customer care. Moya said the tracker is going to take the city far and reiterated that the coalition is stable. 'There is a lot that we have been doing as the coalition partners. In case and when we have disagreements, which we have had, we have to find ways to resolve those,' she said. [email protected]
The Citizen
5 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Handover of new homes, hope in Bronkhorstspruit
Eight new homes were handed over to Bronkhorstspruit residents on July 22, as part of a partnership between the metro and a local mine. The aim is to uplift the community in the east of Pretoria. 'This is a very special occasion, a day that speaks directly to the heart of what public-private partnerships should be about, the development of the community,' said Tshwane Mayor, Dr Nasiphi Moya. She said the delivery of the houses is more than just a distribution of physical structures, but a demonstration of the metro's commitment to restoring the dignity of its residents. 'We hand over hope, stability, and the affirmation that no one is forgotten, especially those living in rural and historically underserved areas like Zithobeni, Rethabiseng, and Ekangala, within wards 102 and 104,' she said. She emphasised that the handover was a demonstration of the government's commitment to giving people dignified homes and security of tenure. She thanked the metro's partner, Palesa Coal Mine. 'Through this partnership, we are demonstrating what becomes possible when government and the private sector come together with a common purpose – to uplift communities, and deliver lasting impact where it is needed most.' WATCH: She mentioned that the agreement called for the building of 20 houses in Region 7, specifically in Bronkhorstspruit. 'To date, 11 houses have been completed, and three of those have already been occupied,' she said. Moya shared that their selection of beneficiaries was a result of a comprehensive and compassionate process led by the municipality, supported by social workers and dedicated local councillors. 'These beneficiaries are elderly-headed households, child-headed households, and residents who, for years, have lived in structures unfit for human habitation. 'Many of them had long given up hope of ever receiving formal housing,' she said. She stated that the company's participation in the initiative is part of its Social and Labour Plan (SLP), which aligns its responsibility to contribute positively to the development of communities within its area of operation. 'For the City of Tshwane, our involvement in this partnership is not only a demonstration of our commitment to social justice and infrastructure delivery, but also a fulfilment of our Constitutional mandate,' she affirmed. Moya also announced that the metro's 2025/26 budget has allocated funding to fast-track service delivery in Region 7, including Bronkhorstspruit and surrounding communities. 'Specifically, we have set aside R15-million to improve the electricity supply and infrastructure in the region,' she said. She said the funding will go towards the following: – Formal grid connections for residents in Zithobeni Heights, – Strengthening of overhead electrical networks across Zithobeni, and – The replacement of ageing and unreliable electrical cabling in the area. 'We understand that access to reliable electricity is not a luxury, but it is a necessity for education, safety, economic activity, and the overall well-being of our residents,' she said. She said in addition to the electricity upgrades, the metro has also budgeted over R88-million for the provision of bulk water and sanitation infrastructure in Region 7. The breakdown of this allocation includes: – R3-million for toilet reticulation in Ekangala – R25-million for the refurbishment of the Bronkhorstspruit Water Purification Plant – R15-million for the upgrade of the Ekangala Waste Water Treatment Works. Moya concluded by saying the projects are life-changing investments in the physical and social infrastructure of communities. 'They create jobs, restore dignity, and lay the foundation for future development. 'We will continue to seek and strengthen partnerships with other responsible corporate players in the city who, like Palesa Coal Mine, are prepared to walk this road with us,' she said. Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to [email protected] or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok.
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Politics
- Business Wire
Western State College of Law Welcomes Four New Faculty Members for Fall 2025
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Western State College of Law is thrilled to welcome four new faculty members for the Fall 2025 semester. As the oldest law school in Orange County, Western State continues to invest in academic excellence and student success by attracting leading educators and practitioners to join its ranks. Western State College of Law welcomes four exceptional new faculty this fall. Share Joining Western State as Visiting Assistant Professors of Law are Robert J. Dagmy; Israel Moya; Nicole Rangel; and Franco Torres. Each brings a wealth of practical experience, expertise, and a passion for teaching that will further enhance the educational experience for Western State's students. Robert J. Dagmy A practicing attorney and Western State graduate (Class of 2016), Professor Dagmy combines real-world legal experience with a passion for teaching. He has an extensive background in civil litigation, having tried multiple cases to verdict and managed complex matters for international firms and insurance companies. Alongside teaching as an Adjunct Professor at Cerritos College, Professor Dagmy will share his practical insights with students in Contracts I & II and Remedies. Israel Moya Professor Moya joins Western State with a distinguished career as a diplomat, human rights advocate, and public servant. A graduate of the University of Michigan Law School and UCLA, he has two decades of international experience tackling global issues across South America, Africa, and Asia. Professor Moya has held key roles with the U.S. Department of State and Columbia University, working on issues ranging from human rights and trafficking to environmental justice. He will teach Professional Responsibility and Remedies. Nicole Rangel With over 15 years in international law, Professor Rangel has advised on major human rights and criminal law cases across five continents. Her career includes work for the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, and the United Nations, focusing on issues ranging from war crimes to gender-based violence. She holds a J.D. from McGeorge School of Law. Dedicated to mentoring the next generation of advocates, she will teach Civil Procedure I & II and continue to support underserved communities through pro bono work. Franco Torres Professor Torres is a legal executive and educator with more than 15 years of experience in immigration law and public service. A graduate of Boston University School of Law, he has led legal teams at nationally recognized nonprofits and taught immigration law and advocacy at St. John's University School of Law and Fullerton College. He is committed to advancing equity and mentoring future attorneys, drawing on his extensive experience to benefit Western State students. Professor Torres will teach Torts I & II. 'We are thrilled to welcome Professors Dagmy, Moya, Rangel, and Torres to Western State,' said Marisa Cianciarulo, Dean of Western State College of Law at Westcliff University. 'Their wide-ranging expertise and dedication to public service will further enrich our academic environment and prepare our students to be leaders in the legal profession.' For more information about Western State College of Law's faculty and academic offerings, visit About Western State College of Law: Western State College of Law at Westcliff University is an established institution with nearly 60 years of producing successful attorneys and over 150 alumni elevated to the bench. Its J.D. program offers specialized tracks, allowing students to develop unique skill sets tailored to their careers. Visit to learn more about our J.D. program or follow on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
