DA condemns Emfuleni waste crisis amid escalating resident protests
Dady Mollo, the DA's Central Constituency Political Head, highlighted the dire conditions: 'Streets are strewn with garbage, bins are overflowing, and illegal dumping is rampant. This is not just unsightly—it's a serious health hazard, especially for children, the elderly, and those in vulnerable areas.'
The DA attributes the crisis to poor governance and lack of accountability within the ANC-led municipality. In response, the party proposes immediate reinstatement of regular waste collection, investment in waste management infrastructure, community awareness programs on responsible waste disposal, and strict consequence management for officials and contractors failing to meet their obligations.
The recent protest at the Sedibeng offices underscores the residents' desperation. According to reports, the garbage had been left to rot in neighborhoods for over five months, prompting residents to take drastic action. The Vaal Business Cooperation commented on the incident, noting the sudden appearance of a refuse truck to clean up the protest site, a stark contrast to the prolonged neglect in residential areas.
The DA says it is continuing to apply pressure through council and oversight mechanisms to ensure residents receive the dignified services they are entitled to. Mollo emphasized, 'The people of Emfuleni deserve dignity and proper service delivery. We will not stop until these rights are realized.'
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