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The Citizen
11-08-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Metro targets economic revival with mixed-use plans for Pretoria West
Ahead of the metro's investment summit planned for next month, Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya recently led an inspection of some of the properties up for grabs in Pretoria West. The investment summit in September aims to showcase Tshwane as a destination for investment and economic growth, where the city's assets are showcased to viable investors. Moya said they adopted the Tshwane Economic Revitalisation Strategy in April, aiming to grow the city's economy by 3.9% by 2029, and their target is attracting more than 100 qualified investors. The mayor was joined by the MMC for Economic and Spatial Planning Sarah Mabotsa and the MMC for Corporate and Shared Services Kholofelo Morodi. The team inspected prime land parcels along Kgosi Mampuru, Bloed, and Boom streets in the heart of the CBD. Back in 2015, the Tshwane Council had a bold vision to redevelop these city-owned properties into a thriving economic hub, but those plans were left on the shelf. Officials say they aim to reinvigorate those plans. 'In 2015, Tshwane's Council approved a report recommending the redevelopment of a large area of land and properties owned by the city. The report's recommendations were never implemented, and we've decided to fulfil this vision to ensure that Pretoria West is rebuilt into a viable economic hub,' Moya said. Common issues noted throughout the inspections were the deteriorating state of the properties, with vagrants and recyclers vandalising municipal land for personal gain. The mayor discouraged residents from supporting these informal traders and squatters selling food in these recycling hubs, labelling them as unhygienic. 'Do you buy maize in the CBD? This is the unhygienic environment where it's cooked near a recycling ground in town. We are concerned about the open pit fire and the littering,' she said. 'We have to find a balanced approach to keeping our city clean while acknowledging the dire economic situation faced by residents. 'This open pit fire is located on a site we plan to redevelop as part of the City's West Capital Corridor for mixed-use development,' Moya said. This comes after the mayor led an operation in Marabastad recently, which led to the closure of the retail market for non-compliance with by-laws, illegal electric connections and non-payment of services, a decision which brought about backlash. Since then, the metro has successfully appealed court applications from two companies operating in municipal-owned buildings on Bloed Street, Marabastad. 'The town lands we inspected are located along Kgosi Mampuru, Bloed and Boom streets. The area is zoned for mixed-use development: retail and residential. The investment conference is in the next few weeks, and the properties we've inspected will be made available for leasing to private investors,' Moya said. Morodi said that they plan to transform the west into a vibrant mixed-use destination for residents, tourists and investors. 'Think bustling retail, modern residential spaces, and endless opportunities for growth. Our next step? An investment conference in the coming months to connect these prime properties with visionary private investors ready to lease and build the future,' Morodi said. Watch here: Do you buy maize in the CBD? This is the unhygienic environment that it's cooked near a recycling ground in town. We are concerned about the open pit fire and the littering. We have to find a balanced approach to keeping our city clean while acknowledging the dire economic… — Dr Nasiphi Moya (@nasiphim) August 6, 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.
IOL News
06-07-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Collaboration between Tshwane leadership and traditional councils to address rural issues
Tshwane's mayoral committee meet with rural communities leadership to tackle unemployment and land invasion challenges. Image: Supplied/ City of Tshwane Rural communities in Tshwane continue to face challenges such as unemployment, land invasion, and disputes over funding allocations for traditional councils. These issues were highlighted during a meeting between the Tshwane Mayoral Committee, the Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance, and traditional councils and leaders, where they explored ways to enhance their collaboration and cooperation. The meeting brought together the traditional houses of Amandebele ka Ndzundza in Sokhulumi, led by Inkosi Petrus Mahlangu, and AmaNdebele Ba Lebelo in Majaneng under Kgosi KC Kekana. Executive Mayor Nasiphi Moya said the traditional councils used the opportunity to raise key concerns, including unemployment, land invasion, and funding allocations. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading She said: 'We believe that when properly integrated into municipal planning and decision-making, traditional leadership structures enhance accountability, responsiveness, and legitimacy at the local level.' She said Tshwane has set ambitious targets for economic growth, spatial transformation, and social inclusion, with a key focus on expanding and accelerating agricultural output as part of its vision. 'The vast rural land within our municipal boundaries can support food security, job creation, and small-scale enterprise. For this vision to succeed, we must work together with the custodians of that land,' she said. She commented that while the provincial government is responsible for traditional councils, the City of Tshwane has initiated efforts to formalise its relationship with the two traditional councils through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). She explained that the MOU will provide a structured framework for the City's relations with traditional communities, while acknowledging and respecting their mandate and powers. 'Once finalised, the MOU will be taken to Tshwane Council for adoption. While we await this process, and the formation of a community trust, there's work that we believe can be done in these rural communities to advance development, in partnership with the private sector,' Moya said. She mentioned that the City is finalising Tshwane's Rural Development Strategy to support its economic growth target of 3.9%. 'As part of pursuing this Rural Development Strategy, traditional leadership is a key stakeholder for consultation on the drafting of this strategy and its subsequent implementation,' she said. Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise characterised the meeting with traditional councils as a dynamic sharing of wisdom and leadership during the courtesy visit to Inkosi MP Mahlangu of the Amandebele ka Ndzundza Traditional Council, accompanied by Gauteng MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Jacob Mamabolo. He noted that crucial issues, including demarcation, water, and title deeds, were discussed and will receive the necessary attention. 'Honouring traditional leadership is not only our responsibility, it is the foundation of strong, inclusive governance,' he said.
The Citizen
30-04-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Tshwane to rename Giant stadium after departed legend
The Tshwane metro has approved the renaming the iconic Giant Stadium in Soshanguve to the Amos Chando Mkhari Stadium, in honour of the late local soccer legend who left an indelible mark on South African football. The decision, endorsed by the Tshwane Council on April 24, follows a public participation process initiated in June 2024. The move was spearheaded by the Soshanguve Heritage Foundation, whose proposal aimed to recognise Mkhari's contribution to the community and to preserve the sporting legacy of one of Tshwane's most talented sons. MMC for Economic Development and Spatial Planning, Sarah Mabotsa, highlighted the importance of honouring local heroes. 'The metro's 2023 Geographical Names Policy allows for metro-owned properties and roads to be renamed to commemorate noteworthy, deceased individuals whose lives and contributions have shaped our communities,' she said. You almost brought tears to my eyes. Wow! The best news ever! May the beautiful spirit of Amos 'Heel Extension' Mkhari continue to rest in eternal peace. My day is made 😊🥰 — Aubrey Kekana (@AubzaK_ZA) April 24, 2025 Born on July 22, 1954, in Ga-Rankuwa, Mkhari began his professional soccer career in 1974 with Witbank Spurs before joining the legendary Orlando Pirates Football Club in 1978. Known affectionately as Heel Extension for his impeccable backheel passes, Mkhari dazzled fans and teammates alike with his grace and skill on the pitch. LISTEN: Mkhari passed away in 2014, but his legacy lives on, not only in the memory but also through the stadium that will bear his name. Mabotsa thanked the foundation for its tireless work in ensuring that the metro's past heroes are remembered and that their stories remain part of the urban fabric of the metro. Try to finish it first.. renaming a stadium that has a lot of corruption? Where is the money that was meant to complete the project? — nothing after life (@g4swater) April 24, 2025 The Amos Chando Mkhari Stadium is set to become a powerful symbol of pride, heritage and sporting excellence in Soshanguve. Gauteng EFF welcomed the decision. 'This symbolic gesture of renaming the stadium after Mr Mkhari is a fitting tribute to his unparalleled contributions to the world of football and his enduring legacy within the community. 'The renaming of the stadium serves as a potent symbol of the enduring legacy of a sporting hero and a reminder of the transformative power of dedicated individuals in shaping our communities.' Good to rename the stadium after Amos Mkhari but the IDP does not include the maintenance of old and construction of new sport facilities. This is a betrayal of the transformation and development of sports agenda. You cannot treat townships like you do with suburbs. Plot is lost. — Lala (@Mokoena119) April 24, 2025 Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ 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. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
