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The Citizen
6 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
How to manage a loved one's Mogale municipal account after their passing
How to manage a loved one's Mogale municipal account after their passing Families are often faced with the responsibility of managing a deceased loved one's affairs, including municipal accounts. To assist during this time, Mogale City Local Municipality (MCLM) has outlined clear steps to help residents manage a deceased estate account efficiently. MCLM communications officer Refilwe Mahlangu shared the following: • Step one: Report the death This allows the municipality to update its records and ensure appropriate handling of the deceased's account. You also need to submit the following documents: • a certified copy of the death certificate • a certified copy of the deceased's ID • a Letter of Executorship or Letter of Authority (issued by the Master of the High Court) • a certified copy of the ID of the person reporting the death • Step two: Request continuation of services if someone remains in the property, you may request that services continue under the deceased's name until the estate is finalised. • Step three: Request a final statement and clearance figures The executor should request an account statement showing any outstanding charges or credits. Clearance figures are necessary if the property will be transferred or sold as part of the estate. • Step four: Include municipal debt or credit in the estate inventory The executor is responsible for listing any municipal debt or credit as part of the estate's assets or liabilities. Payments due to the municipality must be settled from the estate; any refunds or overpayments will be paid into the estate's bank account. For assistance or more information, contact 0861 664 253 or send a WhatsApp to 083 787 2814.
The Citizen
31-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Kenmare Kloof at risk: Community urged to act now
The Kenmare Kloof is becoming a growing security threat and an increasing risk of instability to its surrounding communities. Co-director of the Kenmare Kloof Conservation Association (KKCA), Chantel van Zijl, says biodiversity has deteriorated over the last few years. The KKCA is a registered legal entity established by the community, and Van Zijl says they obtained guardianship over the Kloof in an arrangement with the Mogale City Local Municipality. The KKCA is now co-operating with community members from the surrounding residential areas to restore and protect the biodiversity in the Kloof. • Also read: Kenmare Kloof: Come and whack a wattle She says the Kloof has also been declared a biodiversity stewardship category two conservation area, as per the National Biodiversity Stewardship Guidelines of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment. 'This is a vital natural asset to all the current and future residential investors that needs to be respected and preserved for the benefit and enjoyment of all members in the surrounding community,' Van Zijl explains. While most of the community members are already aware of the latest status and sensitivity of the biodiversity of the Kloof, she notices that some residential property owners adjacent to the Kloof are not informed that their conduct is compromising its biodiversity. Illegal dumping The KKCA notices that some residents whose properties border the Kloof have been disposing of their garden refuse by dumping it into this protected area. 'This is, however, strictly prohibited insofar as the strict compliance requirements that are related to the biodiversity protection status. Illegal dumping is also against municipal by-law. Those who make them guilty of illegal dumping and the creation of a fire hazard will be issued a formal notice and granted 48 hours to remove the refuse.' She continues, failure to comply may result in the municipality imposing a fine of up to R10 600, which can be added directly to the offender's municipal account. • Also read: Kenmare Kloof's temporary closure due to serious violations The act of arson She says some people set alight the winter vegetation on the sidewalk that develops into veld fires that progress towards the biodiversity vegetation, which forms part of the Kloof. These fires can cause house fires adjacent to the Kloof. 'All community members are requested to report any person who sets fire to vegetation in the Kloof to the municipality – whether it be to burn refuse, or for any other reason – may face criminal charges of arson, in addition to liability for all call-out costs incurred by emergency services. Should any fire result in damage to neighbouring properties, homes, or infrastructure, the party responsible will be held liable for all resulting damages.' • Also read: Kenmare Kloof to be temporarily closed due to repeated violations Sewerage blockages She explains there is a mainline outfall sewer pipe running through the Kloof, which receives all the sewage discharges from the residential areas alongside the Kloof through various sewerage connections. 'When any of these pipes, including the mainline, gets blocked, it results in a spillage and overflow of the manholes on the sewerage line. These spillages result in a large sewage wetland area in the biodiversity-protected area.' The cleaning of these spillages is a major task between the municipality and the community, with assistance from the KKCA. 'During the clearing of these blockages, it was found that it is mostly blocked by wet wipes, earbuds, sanitary products and various materials that do not belong in the drainage system.' These items accumulate in the pipe and cause blockages in the sewer system, and she adds that this leads to spills that contaminate the natural waterways, including the river that feeds into the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden. These spillages also contaminate the underground water aquifers and will soon make all the surrounding borehole water so toxic that it will not be possible to use it for normal household activities. • Also read: Municipality puts its foot down, warns offenders at Kenmare Kloof 'Sewage systems are an extremely sensitive method to transfer sewage from your house to the wastewater treatment works. It is designed only for human faeces and water-dilutable toilet paper. Community members are requested to refrain from putting anything else into the toilets and washbasins. Please make sure that no rainwater from your roof or surface drainage flows into the sewerage system. All rainwater must be channelled to a stormwater drainage system, which is separate from sewage drainage systems, as it overflows the pipes and the treatment works. 'This irresponsible behaviour not only damages our environment but also places unnecessary strain on municipal resources. Every week, significant funds are diverted to clear blockages – time and money that could be better spent addressing urgent service needs in other areas of our community. We appeal to every resident to make use of the sewage system within its design capability. This will assist in preventing sewage spillages. Respect and protect the environment so that future generations can also enjoy it as a unique environmental heritage.' The Krugersdorp News reached out to the municipality for comment; however, they did not give a response at the time of publication. Their feedback will be published once received. You can report these activities to the KKCA on 063 903 1370.
The Citizen
27-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Operation Qoqimali: Payment plans and interest write-offs for Mogale residents
While Mogale City Local Municipality's (MCLM) credit control team works to recover outstanding debts through Operation Qoqimali, they remain aware of the financial difficulties many households and businesses face in today's economy. MCLM communications officer Refilwe Mahlangu states that account holders experiencing trouble paying their bills in full do not need to wait for enforcement or risk disconnection. 'We encourage these account holders to contact us to arrange a payment plan that fits their financial situation.' Here's what residents should know: • Interest accrues on all overdue accounts, based on the national interest rate and the duration of the delay • Deposit amounts are customised according to household or business income, making it easier to start repaying • Remaining balances can be settled through manageable instalments over an agreed period • If settled within 12 months, full debt repayment will result in a 100% interest write-off • Able to pay in full now? All interest will be waived immediately; no payment plan needed To avoid disconnections, penalties, and increasing interest, call 0861 664 253 to initiate the process.
The Citizen
21-07-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Municipality promises revitalisation of Bob van Reenen Stadium – but residents remain sceptical
The chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Jaco Mulder, visited the scene of the fire at Bob van Reenen Stadium on July 13 and voiced concern over the facility's deteriorating state. • Also read: From pride to ruin: No maintenance, no action at Bob van Reenen Stadium 'It is truly shameful that infrastructure has got to the point of going backwards. This was once a proud sports ground in Krugersdorp and the West Rand,' he said, adding that the fire could have spread to the tartan track. Meanwhile, the Mogale City Local Municipality has yet to respond to media inquiries about the fire, but in the recent State of the City Address, the mayor highlighted plans to revitalise the stadium. • Also read: 'It was packed to the brim': Residents mourn the glory days of Bob 'Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are being leveraged to unlock investments and accelerate project delivery. Notable initiatives include the revitalisation of Bob van Reenen Sports Precinct,' Mayor Lucky Sele said. However, not everyone is convinced. 'They were allowed to sell that stadium, but they refused because they all wanted to fill their pockets. Sies maan,' commented Tsholofelo Phatlhane on social media. • Also read: Bob and game reserve to be revived, Krugersdorp mayor says in SOCA As redevelopment plans are announced, many residents are holding their breath, uncertain whether the once iconic stadium can ever return to its former glory. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
11-07-2025
- The Citizen
WATCH: No cost, no catch with Mogale' smart meters
WATCH: No cost, no catch with Mogale' smart meters Mogale City Local Municipality (MCLM) has launched its Smart Metering Programme – here's what residents need to know. MCLM communications officer Refilwe Mahlangu said only areas directly supplied by Mogale City and buildings with prepaid electricity meters, which will be replaced, are included in this programme. 'There will be no cost to residents for installation or equipment, and your electricity tariffs and consumption will not be affected,' she explained. If anyone tries to charge you for the installation, she concluded residents should contact the municipality on [email protected], 086 166 4253 or their WhatsApp line on 083 787 2814. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
