{"name":"Sittings","description":"Each published City of Johannesburg council sitting day: its livestream videos, a prose summary and counts of chapters, promises and decisions. 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She greeted office-bearers and opened the 55th Extraordinary Council Meeting. A moment of silence was observed for the late Cllr Nyembe, and two new EFF PR councillors were welcomed as replacements for resigned members.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:05:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=329s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c329","title":"Roll call and quorum by party whips","summary":"Parties reported their attendance to the Secretary to Council, starting with the smaller parties, after a 5-minute whip consultation. The Speaker announced that 182 councillors were in the house and the meeting was quorate. The DA's Cllr Christians put on record the DA's concern about how quorum was determined, and the Speaker said all whips had agreed to the method.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mnyameni (ANC); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Mogapi (EFF); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; mnyameni-mongameli; de-lange-franco-carel; mogapi-tabisa-anthea; christians-alex"},{"index":2,"start":"00:24:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=1476s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c1476","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"Parties reported apologies, late arrivals and members struggling to connect, including some in Alexandra without electricity. The DA reported nine leave-of-absence requests, ActionSA three, and the EFF two. The Speaker said she would discuss the shortfall in some caucuses' numbers with the whips afterwards, and the apologies were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Louw (DA); Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Ntombela (ActionSA); Cllr Mogapi (EFF)","councillor_ids":"louw-martin-anton; avant-smith-chris; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; ntombela-mary-joyce; mogapi-tabisa-anthea"},{"index":3,"start":"00:30:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=1822s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c1822","title":"Executive Mayor's question time: PFA funding","summary":"ActionSA's Cllr Nkonyeni asked whether the city has funding to cover the PFA. The Executive Mayor said the city is negotiating with the trade unions, having approved salary scales in 2024. He said negotiations are on track and council will be updated once the PFA implementation is finalised.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Morero (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; morero-sello"},{"index":4,"start":"00:33:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=1985s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c1985","title":"Executive Mayor's opening statement","summary":"The Speaker allowed the Executive Mayor to make opening remarks despite the item not being on the agenda for an extraordinary meeting. Cllr Morero reviewed the term, 50 days before the 4 November elections, the President's call on gender-based violence, the Moody's outlook revision to positive, ring-fencing of City Power and Pikitup, and 8,500 title deeds delivered. Noise from Cllr Lebea disrupted the opening and the Speaker called him to order.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Lebea (ANC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; arnolds-margeret-sheron; lebea-molate-godfrey"},{"index":5,"start":"00:53:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=3195s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c3195","title":"Verification of late arrivals","summary":"The Speaker confirmed that UDM, ATM, AHC and an Al Jama-ah member were present after earlier connection problems.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":6,"start":"00:54:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=3279s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c3279","title":"Recommendations to council and elevation of items","summary":"The Executive Mayor and the Chair of Chairs tabled their recommendations. The Leader of Executive Business, the Deputy Executive Mayor, asked that items 13, 17, 27, 32 and 26 be taken first. The Speaker agreed to take those items first.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; marema-vhonani-adolphus; "},{"index":7,"start":"00:58:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=3497s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c3497","title":"Item 13: Addendum to MTC Service Delivery Agreement","summary":"The DA's Cllr Kreusch opposed the item, arguing MTC should be reincorporated into the city and services internalised. The executive's response was asked for as the Leader of Executive Business, and a party-by-party vote followed. The item was carried with 114 yes, 91 no and 2 abstentions.","speakers":"Cllr Kreusch (DA)","councillor_ids":"kreusch-sean"},{"index":8,"start":"01:12:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=4367s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c4367","title":"Item 17: Funding plan for medium-term capital budget 2026/27–2028/29","summary":"Debate on a plan for about R10 billion in long-term external borrowing over three years plus up to R5 billion short-term facilities. The ACDP noted the report. FF+, ActionSA and the DA opposed it, citing timing before the election, reliance on future cash flows and a disputed 90% collection rate. The ANC and MMC Masuku supported it, citing 28% gearing and the need for service delivery.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Edward (ActionSA); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; boer-cornelis; edward-nompumelelo; nkonyeni-steven-paledi; santana-christopher-glen; modupi-david-nthako; "},{"index":9,"start":"01:35:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=5715s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c5715","title":"Item 17 vote: funding plan not carried","summary":"The debate was closed and a party-by-party vote taken. ActionSA asked that its dissent be recorded. The count was 117 yes, 93 no and no abstentions, short of the 136 required, so the item was not carried.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":10,"start":"01:42:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=6133s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c6133","title":"Item 26: Amendment of Erf 56 Crown North development lease","summary":"The DA's Cllr Christians opposed amending the lease, saying the land was meant for parking but is used for business and residents object to a rezoning to Business 3. The ANC's Cllr Molefe supported it, citing 400 permanent jobs, 600 construction jobs and 156 retail outlets. MMC Mnisi asked council to approve.","speakers":"Cllr Bongani Nkomo (DA); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Simon Molefe (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nkomo-bongani; christians-alex; molefe-simon-butana; "},{"index":11,"start":"01:46:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=6418s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c6418","title":"Point of order over remarks about ANC councillors","summary":"Cllr Mmbengwa objected under rule 72 to Cllr Christians' reference to ANC councillors in the history of the Crown North land. Cllr Christians withdrew mention of ANC councillors but maintained he had not said they used the land. The Speaker ruled that he should stop mentioning political parties and let him continue.","speakers":"Cllr Mmbengwa (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA)","councillor_ids":"mmbengwa-maanda-norman; christians-alex; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia"},{"index":12,"start":"01:53:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=6798s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c6798","title":"DA objection to the Speaker's ruling on party references","summary":"Cllr Belinda said the DA would write to the Rules Committee about the Speaker's ruling against mentioning political parties. She said Cllr Modupi had repeatedly mentioned parties without a similar ruling.","speakers":"Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA)","councillor_ids":"echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia"},{"index":13,"start":"01:58:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=7126s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c7126","title":"Item 26 vote: Crown North lease carried","summary":"A party-by-party vote was taken on the recommendations on page 26.8. FF+, ATM, ActionSA, DA and UDM said no. The item carried with 119 yes and 90 no.","speakers":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Simonse (PA)","councillor_ids":"zigebe-yongama-ludwe; simonse-lois-cathleen"},{"index":14,"start":"02:04:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=7460s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c7460","title":"Item 27: Extension of general valuation roll 2023 to June 2028","summary":"Councillors debated extending the 2023 general valuation roll's validity by a year, given valuer resignations, vacancies and system problems. FF+, DA, EFF and ANC supported the extension, while the DA and FF+ raised concerns about capacity and consequence management. ActionSA rejected it, saying the city had not shown its capacity problems would be fixed.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Edward (ActionSA); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Nethamba (EFF); Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; edward-nompumelelo; santana-christopher-glen; nethamba-roshudufhadzwa; modupi-david-nthako; ; "},{"index":15,"start":"02:20:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=8433s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c8433","title":"Item 27 vote: valuation roll extension carried","summary":"A party-by-party vote on page 27.6 was taken. Only ActionSA voted no, and the Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":16,"start":"02:23:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=8589s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c8589","title":"Item 32: Economic Growth Strategy and Implementation Plan","summary":"The DA's Cllr Nkomo said the DA could not support the strategy without infrastructure delivery and compared Johannesburg with Cape Town. The EFF noted the report, and the ANC's Cllr Kwapeng backed the strategy while stressing measurable outcomes. MMC Mnisi responded to the DA's points and asked council to approve.","speakers":"Cllr Bongani Nkomo (DA); Cllr Dladla (EFF); Cllr Kwapeng (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nkomo-bongani; dladla-dumisani; kwapeng-cambridge; "},{"index":17,"start":"02:44:51","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=9891s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c9891","title":"Item 32 vote: Economic Growth Strategy carried","summary":"A party-by-party vote on page 32.3 was taken. FF+ and the DA voted no and ActionSA abstained. The Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Karolia","councillor_ids":"karolia-yakoob"},{"index":18,"start":"02:48:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=10107s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c10107","title":"Elevation of legislature items 9, 20 and 33","summary":"The Chair of Chairs asked that legislature items 33, 9 and 20 be taken next. The Speaker granted the request.","speakers":"Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":19,"start":"02:49:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=10158s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c10158","title":"Item 9: Review of the Petitions Policy","summary":"Chair Mabuke tabled the reviewed Petitions Policy, which includes the e-petition. The DA's Cllr Mphefo opposed it, saying it was not presented to the Petitions Committee and gives no means to hold officials accountable. The ACDP and ANC supported it. Cllr Mabuke asked council to approve.","speakers":"Cllr Mabuke (ANC); Cllr Mphefo (DA); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Shange (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mabuke-thambulo-abraham; mphefo-lerato-magdeline-philiya; mkhonza-norman-fana; shange-phumlile-alvina"},{"index":20,"start":"03:02:28","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=10948s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c10948","title":"Item 9 vote: Petitions Policy carried","summary":"A party-by-party vote on page 9.4 was taken. ActionSA and the DA voted no, while FF+ and UIM abstained. The item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Gwamanda (Al Jama-ah)","councillor_ids":"gwamanda-kabelo"},{"index":21,"start":"03:05:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=11146s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c11146","title":"Item 20: Implementation of revised Alderman Policy, phase two","summary":"Councillors spoke on honorary Alderman titles for former councillors. The DA, EFF and ANC supported the report; the DA asked that the lists be kept under review. The EFF noted the removal of one previously approved name after verification and the correction of an omitted IFP councillor.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith (DA); Cllr Mokoena (EFF); Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; ; nkubungu-luyolo; marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":22,"start":"03:13:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=11595s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c11595","title":"Item 20 vote: Alderman Policy phase two carried","summary":"A party-by-party vote on pages 20.4 to 20.5 was taken, and every party that responded voted yes. The Speaker declared the item carried without a count.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":23,"start":"03:15:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=11752s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c11752","title":"Item 33: Declarations of interests and gift registry of councillors","summary":"Chair Mnyameni began presenting the reports on declarations of interests and the gift registry, but audio problems made him hard to hear. Councillors Da Gama and De Lange raised the sound problem and the Speaker asked him to move around. He urged councillors to declare for 2025/26 between 5 and 10 October, electronically or manually, with walk-ins at Braampark.","speakers":"Cllr Mnyameni (ANC); Cllr Da Gama (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+)","councillor_ids":"mnyameni-mongameli; da-gama-vasco-manuel; de-lange-franco-carel"},{"index":24,"start":"03:24:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=12297s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c12297","title":"Report on declarations of financial interest and gift registry","summary":"The chair presented the report on publishing councillors' declarations of financial interest and gift registries for 2023/24 and 2024/25, and the status of the 2025/26 declaration. The 2025/26 window is open from 5 to 10 October, with manual and electronic options and walk-ins at the Speaker's Office. No speakers were listed. Parties were polled and all that responded agreed, with the EFF confirming later; the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; khonkhobe-nokuthula"},{"index":25,"start":"03:30:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=12648s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c12648","title":"Item 1: C40 / UN-Habitat Urban Planning Accelerator and Thriving Food Systems Accelerator","summary":"The FF+ supported the partnerships and urged small-scale farming on open spaces and fresh produce markets closer to dense areas. The EFF asked for targets, costs and implementation detail but noted and approved. The ANC supported the item, including authorising the EISD Executive Director to sign the agreement, and the MMC said there is no financial implication. On the roll-call all responding parties said yes and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Madiba (ANC); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; mkasi-gift; madiba-tumelo-joseph; sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":26,"start":"03:49:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=13797s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c13797","title":"Recess","summary":"After item 1 was carried, the Speaker called a three-minute break. It ran much longer, with a remark that it was a caucus break, and the sitting resumed with item 2.","speakers":"","councillor_ids":""},{"index":27,"start":"04:02:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=14555s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c14555","title":"Item 2: Draft Clean Air Zone Policy - councillor debate","summary":"GOOD opposed the policy in its current form, warning that red zones near mines would stigmatise communities. The FF+ approved and called for electrified buses, tarred roads and better waste removal. The ACDP approved, and the EFF noted the report while questioning where implementation money would come from. The ANC supported the item and noted that the policy is going to stakeholder engagement.","speakers":"Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Madiba (ANC)","councillor_ids":"lotz-ulinda-porshia; boer-cornelis; mkhonza-norman-fana; mkasi-gift; madiba-tumelo-joseph"},{"index":28,"start":"04:20:28","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=15628s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c15628","title":"Placard remark and point of order on shouting","summary":"Cllr Da Rocha objected to an ANC remark about a councillor holding a placard and explained why he had put one up. The Speaker said no name or party had been mentioned and stopped the exchange. Someone told Da Rocha to shut up; Cllr Smit raised a point of order on that, and the Speaker said she would try to identify who it was and urged proper conduct.","speakers":"Cllr Da Rocha (DA); Cllr Smit (FF+); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"da-rocha-carlos-manuel-dias; smit-paul-andre; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":29,"start":"04:22:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=15737s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c15737","title":"Item 2: MMC reply and vote","summary":"The MMC replied on hybrid Rea Vaya buses, EV charging stations with City Power and interest from taxi operators and e-hailing firms, and asked council to approve. He also urged residents to vote for the ANC on 4 November. In the poll GOOD voted no and all other responding parties yes; the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":30,"start":"04:27:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=16040s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c16040","title":"Item 3: Emissions inventory, dispersion modelling and source apportionment reports","summary":"The EFF raised the lack of running water in Zandspruit Extensions 9, 10 and 16 before noting the report, and the ANC noted and supported it. The MMC promised follow-up on the water issue and also campaigned for the ANC. The ACDP's Cllr Mkhonza raised a point of order that the MMC represents all residents and must not campaign. GOOD voted no and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Madiba (ANC); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"mkasi-gift; madiba-tumelo-joseph; sekwaila-boyboi-jack; mkhonza-norman-fana"},{"index":31,"start":"04:35:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=16512s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c16512","title":"Item 4: City of Johannesburg Informal Settlements Policy","summary":"GOOD said formalisation must not substitute for housing delivery and warned against upgrading hazardous land. The DA approved and asked the MMC to restore electricity at Ezinqawe, where residents had been without power for eight months. The ACDP noted the policy and listed gaps in budget, timelines and KPIs. MMC Mabaso asked council to approve it, saying it would help tackle shack farming. All parties that responded said yes and it was carried; the APC did not respond.","speakers":"Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Rambani (DA); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"lotz-ulinda-porshia; rambani-nyelisani-strike; harris-ronald-winston; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":32,"start":"04:48:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=17332s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c17332","title":"Item 5: Human Settlements Land Assembly Strategy 2025-2040","summary":"The DA and ACDP noted the report and MMC Mabaso asked council to approve the strategy so strategic land parcels can be consolidated. In the poll the APC and EFF did not initially respond. A councillor then said they agreed, citing network problems, and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Rambani (DA); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Mabaso (IFP); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"rambani-nyelisani-strike; harris-ronald-winston; mabaso-mlungisi-providence; "},{"index":33,"start":"04:53:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=17627s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c17627","title":"Item 6: Skills Development Strategy","summary":"The DA said the policy lacked implementation and financial plans, and that Section 79 committee connectivity problems were ignored, and said it could not support the item. The ACDP, EFF and ANC supported or noted it, and MMC Makhafola presented the strategy. The Speaker stopped Cllr Mphaho from clubbing items 6 and 7. FF+ abstained, DA voted no, and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Beverley Jacobs (DA); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Ntoele (EFF); Cllr Mphaho (ANC); Cllr Makhafola (EFF)","councillor_ids":"jacobs-beverley; mkhonza-norman-fana; ntoele-ntswaki-lydia; mphaho-maredi-angelinah; makhafola-ennie"},{"index":34,"start":"05:08:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=18512s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c18512","title":"Item 7: Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Strategy","summary":"The ACDP and UDM supported the strategy. The DA said it would not support it in its current form because it lacks costing, targets and named responsibilities. The ANC noted the report and MMC Makhafola presented the strategy. FF+ abstained, DA voted no and the item was carried; the Speaker said she was disturbed by councillors trying to remove others from the platform.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Fourie-Shawe (DA); Cllr Mphaho (ANC); Cllr Makhafola (EFF)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; zigebe-yongama-ludwe; fourie-shawe-chantelle; mphaho-maredi-angelinah; makhafola-ennie"},{"index":35,"start":"05:21:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=19263s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c19263","title":"Item 8: Revised Group Employment Equity Policy Framework","summary":"GOOD supported the intention but urged implementation in spirit. FF+ and ACDP strongly criticised race-based employment equity, with the FF+ rejecting the policy and the ACDP noting the report. ActionSA, the DA and the ANC supported or approved the framework, with speeches also campaigning for the 4 November elections. MMC Zungu presented it. ACDP and UIM abstained, FF+ voted no, and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Sondag; Cllr Hooper (DA); Cllr Mzolo (ANC); Cllr Zungu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"lotz-ulinda-porshia; boer-cornelis; harris-ronald-winston; sondag-julia-modiehi; hooper-ross-stuart; mzolo-nduduzo; zungu-nkosephayo-god-slove"},{"index":36,"start":"05:56:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=21365s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c21365","title":"Item 10: Group SCM Acquisition Status Report (April-June 2026)","summary":"The DA's Cllr Pietersen said the report lacks CSD verification, SARS tax compliance, conflict-of-interest and other compliance evidence, and proposed what future reports should include. The ANC's Cllr Nofemela noted the report and recommended reporting on panel procurement. When the Speaker asked for an executive member to close the item, several MMCs were called until MMC Makhafola noted the report.","speakers":"Cllr Neuren Pietersen (DA); Cllr Nofemela (ANC); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Makhafola (EFF)","councillor_ids":"pietersen-neuren; nofemela-nokuthula; ; makhafola-ennie"},{"index":37,"start":"06:08:55","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=22135s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c22135","title":"Item 10: Vote and party headcount","summary":"The Speaker polled parties again, also asking each for its current headcount because she did not want the meeting accused of lacking a quorum. FF+ and DA voted no; other responding parties said yes. The Speaker declared the item carried and asked the ANC and DA for their numbers.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":38,"start":"06:12:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=22367s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c22367","title":"Item 11: SCM deviations, ratifications and transversal contracts report","summary":"The DA's Cllr Pietersen welcomed zero deviations but questioned using a national transversal contract for air quality monitoring equipment, citing the Afrirent irregular expenditure. The ANC's Cllr Nofemela noted the report, including the R11.5 million Wits School of Governance appointment. MMC Masuku asked council to note it. FF+, GOOD and UIM voted no and the item was declared carried.","speakers":"Cllr Neuren Pietersen (DA); Cllr Nofemela (ANC); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"pietersen-neuren; nofemela-nokuthula; "},{"index":39,"start":"06:25:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=23150s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c23150","title":"Item 12: Group SCM Operational Status Report (April-June 2026)","summary":"The DA's Cllr Pietersen objected that Annexure D on CIDB compliance was blank again and called for reporting and consequence management reforms. The ANC's Cllr Nofemela noted the report and asked for more detail on stock marked for deletion and a contract expiry dashboard. MMC Masuku asked council to note it. The roll-call had reached COPE, with ACDP, FF+, GOOD, UDM, UIM, ATM, Al Jama-ah and COPE all noting, when this part ends.","speakers":"Cllr Neuren Pietersen (DA); Cllr Nofemela (ANC); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"pietersen-neuren; nofemela-nokuthula; "},{"index":40,"start":"06:41:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=24073s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c24073","title":"Caucus responses closing the preceding item","summary":"The recording picks up mid-way through a roll call in which each caucus answers 'Noted'. The Speaker asks unmuted members to close their mics and says the House will move quickly through the few remaining items.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":41,"start":"06:42:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=24138s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c24138","title":"Item 14: Background paper on financial sustainability, oversight priorities","summary":"The Finance Committee chair was absent, so Cllr Boer (FF+) tabled the paper on behalf of the Section 79 Committee. Boer and Cllr Santana (DA) said the committee lacks timeous reports, performance targets and consequence management for the turnaround strategy. An ANC speaker said the ANC notes the report, and MMC Mgcina noted the comments for the executive.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; santana-christopher-glen; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":42,"start":"06:52:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=24720s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c24720","title":"Item 14: Caucus-by-caucus vote","summary":"The Speaker called each caucus for its position on the recommendations at page 14.6. The caucuses that answered noted the report; the DA reported 56 members present and the ANC 69. The Speaker confirmed a quorum and declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":43,"start":"06:55:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=24917s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c24917","title":"Item 15: Frankenwald and Bergvallei mixed housing developments","summary":"Cllr Rambani (DA) said the report contravenes the 2022 council framework and lacks disclosure of Calgro's spending and bulk infrastructure costs. He asked for it to be withdrawn. An ANC councillor and MMC Mabaso said the land is private, Calgro is funding the work, and the recommendations only authorise negotiations, with any financial agreement to return to Council.","speakers":"Cllr Rambani (DA); Cllr Maluleka (ANC); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"rambani-nyelisani-strike; maluleka-thompson; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":44,"start":"07:07:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=25620s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c25620","title":"Item 15: Vote on recommendations (page 15.8)","summary":"FF+ abstained and the DA, at 55 members, voted against. The other caucuses that answered approved. The Speaker asked staff to tally the numbers and moved to the next item.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":45,"start":"07:09:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=25790s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c25790","title":"Item 16: Recognition and upgrading of 379 informal settlements","summary":"Cllr Harris (ACDP) objected that settlement household counts are inaccurate and that recognition amounts to permanence without plans for eradication. Cllr Khumalo (ANC) noted the report. MMC Mabaso said Human Settlements needs a council resolution to work in settlements it does not establish, and that by-law enforcement is not its mandate.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Khumalo (ANC); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; khumalo-xolani-innocent; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":46,"start":"07:17:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=26242s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c26242","title":"Item 16: Vote on recommendations (pages 16.40-16.42)","summary":"ACDP, FF+, GOOD and UIM voted against and the DA abstained. UDM, ATM, Al Jama-ah, COPE, AHC, AIC, IFP, PA, EFF, ActionSA and ANC approved. The Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":47,"start":"07:20:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=26411s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c26411","title":"Items 18 and 19: In-year financial reports (June and July 2026), first speakers","summary":"The two MFMA reports were debated together with a combined speaking time. Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP) objected to conditional grant spending of 66%. Cllr Boer (FF+) said 1.6bn in grants went unspent and City Power's overdraft reached R22.4bn. Cllr Nkonyeni raised law and by-law enforcement, billing and revenue protection, and supported noting with concern.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; nkonyeni-steven-paledi; boer-cornelis"},{"index":48,"start":"07:34:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=27244s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c27244","title":"Items 18 and 19: DA, ANC and executive responses","summary":"Cllr Santana (DA) said expenditure was 6% over budget, capital spending was only 1% by July, and the debtors book stood at R79bn. He called for monthly capital reporting and deadlines for corrective actions. Cllr Maswazi (ANC) cited improvements and asked Finance to strengthen variance and capital project reporting. MMC Masuku said inputs were noted and asked Council to note the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Maswazi (ANC); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen; maswazi-rufas; "},{"index":49,"start":"07:52:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=28359s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c28359","title":"Items 18 and 19: Caucus positions on noting","summary":"Both reports were for noting and every caucus answered 'noted'. FF+ noted with great concern and the DA noted with reservations expressed. The Speaker declared both reports noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":50,"start":"07:54:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=28464s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c28464","title":"Items 21-23: Disaster management policies and plan, DA opening","summary":"The three disaster management items (volunteer policy, policy framework, level 1 plan) were read together. Cllr Benjamin (DA) said all three lack financial implications and costed plans, including 23 extra posts and a move to the City Manager's office. The DA could not approve any of them as they stood. The Speaker repeatedly asked for background noise on her line to be reduced.","speakers":"Cllr Benjamin (DA)","councillor_ids":"benjamin-rene-fiona"},{"index":51,"start":"08:07:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=29222s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c29222","title":"Items 21-23: Cllr Nair (ANC) on the disaster management items","summary":"Cllr Nair said disaster management and a volunteer system are needed, citing illegal mining, sinkholes and flooding risks. He said it is a concern that reports claim no financial implications while their annexures list substantial resources and 23 extra posts. He criticised long-standing acting appointments, said the ANC would abstain and asked for the reports to be returned to the department.","speakers":"Cllr Nair (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nair-rickey-kashore"},{"index":52,"start":"08:19:53","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=29993s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c29993","title":"Items 21-23: Closure by MMC Mgcina and DA point of order","summary":"MMC Koma did not respond, so MMC Mgcina closed the items, saying concerns would be escalated to the responsible MMC, and asked Council to approve. Cllr Christians (DA) said he had raised his hand to ask that the item be withdrawn as incomplete. The Speaker said the item was closed and that another MMC closing for an absent MMC is long-standing practice.","speakers":"Cllr Mgcina (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mgcina-sibongile-eunice; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":53,"start":"08:22:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=30162s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c30162","title":"Items 21-23: Vote and Speaker audio interruption","summary":"Parties gave positions on the recommendations. ACDP noted; FF+, GOOD, UIM, Al Jama-ah, COPE and ActionSA abstained; the DA rejected; AHC, AIC, IFP, PA, EFF, ATM and ANC voted yes. The Speaker's audio dropped briefly during the roll call. Legal tallied 34 abstentions, 55 no and 109 yes.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":54,"start":"08:29:49","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=30589s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c30589","title":"Item 24: Reviewed social burial policy","summary":"Cllr Harris (ACDP) welcomed the policy and suggested PR councillors also be allowed to support applications. Cllr Hlatshwayo (ANC) said it raises the annual threshold from 250 to 500 cases and supports child-headed households. MMC Mabaso responded for the absent MMC Makhafola and asked for support.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Hlatshwayo (ANC); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; ; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":55,"start":"08:38:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=31086s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c31086","title":"Item 24: Vote","summary":"All caucuses that answered voted yes, including the DA, with ActionSA at 20, EFF at 17 and PA at 10. The Speaker said the item was through.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":56,"start":"08:40:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=31218s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c31218","title":"Item 25: Reviewed NGO Empowerment Policy","summary":"Cllr B. Jacobs (DA) said the policy needs proper scrutiny by the Section 79 Committee and criticised the ANC, EFF and PA for approving policies without financial backing. MMC Mabaso said it is a review of a 2010 policy and that implementation follows the MFMA. Cllr Ntoele and Cllr Makaula were not available to speak.","speakers":"Cllr Beverley Jacobs (DA); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"jacobs-beverley; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":57,"start":"08:49:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=31780s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c31780","title":"Item 25: Vote (page 25.4)","summary":"The DA voted no. The caucuses heard, including COPE, AHC, AIC, IFP, PA (11), EFF (17), ActionSA and ANC, voted yes. The Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":58,"start":"08:52:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=31926s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c31926","title":"Item 28: Public consultation on renamings honouring Don Mattera and local icons","summary":"Cllr Raholane (EFF) said 85 of 125 clear submissions supported renaming and 40 objected, and urged service delivery alongside symbolic change. Cllr Mashinini (ANC) spoke for approval and MMC Amad asked Council to approve. DA abstained and FF+ voted no; all others that answered voted yes and the Speaker said it was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Raholane (EFF); Cllr Mashinini (ANC); Cllr Amad (Al Jama-ah)","councillor_ids":"raholane-matome-william; mashinini-sithembiso; amad-thapelo"},{"index":59,"start":"09:00:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=32458s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c32458","title":"Item 29: Naming of unnamed streets in Alexandra, Ward 75","summary":"Cllr Raholane (EFF) supported naming 12 streets at an estimated R900,000 and asked for a programme to clear the wider backlog. Cllr Mashinini (ANC) and MMC Amad asked for approval. Every caucus voted yes and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Raholane (EFF); Cllr Mashinini (ANC); Cllr Amad (Al Jama-ah)","councillor_ids":"raholane-matome-william; mashinini-sithembiso; amad-thapelo"},{"index":60,"start":"09:06:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=32795s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c32795","title":"Item 30: District Development Model institutional arrangements","summary":"Cllr Wax (DA) rejected the DDM circular as centralisation and extra bureaucracy. An ANC councillor said the DDM is a coordination framework and the report is for noting. Deputy Executive Mayor Masuku said no powers or money are involved and that the DA is part of the Cabinet that approved the circular.","speakers":"Cllr Wax (DA); Cllr Mokoena; Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"wax-kevin-patrick; ; "},{"index":61,"start":"09:20:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=33641s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c33641","title":"Item 30: Vote (page 30.9)","summary":"Most caucuses noted or agreed. FF+ and ActionSA abstained and the DA noted with huge reservations. The Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":62,"start":"09:23:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=33786s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c33786","title":"Item 31: Draft Inner City Street and Informal Trading Plan","summary":"Cllr B. Nkomo (DA) said the problem is by-law enforcement rather than a lack of plans, and asked where traders removed from Lilian Ngoyi Street would go. Cllr Tefu (ANC) supported the draft as a pilot. MMC Mgcina said the Lilian Ngoyi designation is on hold pending stakeholder engagement and asked Council to approve the plan.","speakers":"Cllr Bongani Nkomo (DA); Cllr Tefu (ANC); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nkomo-bongani; tefu-phineas-velaphi; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":63,"start":"09:37:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=34678s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c34678","title":"Item 31: Vote (page 31.13)","summary":"DA, ActionSA and FF+ voted no; GOOD's answer could not be heard. ACDP and AIC agreed and the rest noted or agreed. The Speaker declared the item carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":64,"start":"09:41:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=34862s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c34862","title":"Motion 1: Renaming Wolmarans Street to Dr uZwi-Lezwe Radebe, proposal","summary":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM) proposed renaming the street after Dr Radebe, subject to the city's policy and public participation. Several members shouted that they did not agree and that no seconder was needed. The Speaker allowed Cllr Magwentshu (ATM) to second.","speakers":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Magwentshu (ATM); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"zigebe-yongama-ludwe; magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":65,"start":"09:44:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=35094s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c35094","title":"Motion 1: FF+ opposes renaming an existing street name","summary":"Cllr Boer (FF+) said FF+ will never support replacing an existing name when about 850 streets are unnamed. He argued Jacobus Wolmarans's name dates from 1912 and is part of heritage, suggesting another street or a community centre for Dr Radebe.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":66,"start":"09:46:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=35208s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c35208","title":"Motion 1: DA speech and points of order about 'ANC motion'","summary":"Cllr Bodenstein (DA) opposed the motion with satirical remarks about party leaders and potholes. Cllr Modupi raised a Rule 72 point of order that the motion was not an ANC motion and the Speaker ordered Bodenstein to withdraw the claim. Further interjections from Cllr Mzolo, Cllr Wax and MMC Kunene followed. The Speaker refused more points of order and Bodenstein finished.","speakers":"Cllr Bodenstein (DA); Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Mzolo (ANC); Cllr Wax (DA); Cllr Kunene (PA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"bodenstein-hendrik; modupi-david-nthako; mzolo-nduduzo; wax-kevin-patrick; kunene-kenny; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":67,"start":"09:55:19","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=35719s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c35719","title":"Motion 1: ANC position, MMC Amad and proposer's reply","summary":"Cllr Modupi (ANC) said the city's 2001 naming policy discourages naming after living people and asked that the motion not be accepted. MMC Amad asked that it be put to a vote. Cllr Zigebe closed, saying public participation should decide and that he would accept the outcome.","speakers":"Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Amad (Al Jama-ah); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"modupi-david-nthako; amad-thapelo; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":68,"start":"10:00:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=36052s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c36052","title":"Motion 1: Late speaker refused and vote","summary":"The Speaker refused Cllr Rohlssen (ACDP) a late contribution because his name was not on the list and the debate was closed. In the vote ACDP, FF+, GOOD, UIM, ActionSA and DA voted no; UDM, ATM and EFF voted yes; AIC, IFP, PA and ANC abstained. The Speaker tallied 12 yes, 84 no and 88 abstentions, and the motion was not carried.","speakers":"Cllr Rohlssen (ACDP); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"rohlssen-christian-karl; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":69,"start":"10:06:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=36395s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c36395","title":"Motion 2: Traffic calming at Clarendon Place, Hillbrow, withdrawn","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni was called as proposer of the motion on traffic calming and pedestrian safety near Williston Court. He withdrew it, saying it would be politicised. MMC Kunene said he was glad a frivolous motion was withdrawn, and was told by members that he was wasting time.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Kunene (PA)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; kunene-kenny"},{"index":70,"start":"10:08:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BgTkIGjUk&t=36513s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/#c36513","title":"Announcements on declarations of interest and tools of trade, and close","summary":"The Speaker announced that councillors must declare gifts and business interests from 5 to 10 October at her boardroom, between 9:00 and 16:00. She said laptops and other tools of trade will be collected. Cllr Raphadu (ANC) asked how this fits with the term ending on the 3rd, and the Speaker said it is needed to record everything. The Speaker then closed the sitting.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Raphadu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "}],"promises":12,"decisions":37,"summary":"The funding plan for the 2026/27–2028/29 medium-term capital budget, covering about R10 billion in long-term external borrowing, was not carried, with 117 yes and 93 no, short of the 136 votes required. FF+, ActionSA and the DA opposed the plan, and the DA said it would, if necessary, take legal action to reverse items it says bind the next administration. Council carried the MTC service delivery agreement addendum by 114 yes, 91 no and 2 abstentions, and the Erf 56 Crown North lease amendment by 119 yes and 90 no. Three disaster management items passed with 109 yes, 55 no and 34 abstentions, with the ANC voting yes although its speaker had said the ANC would abstain. A UDM motion to rename Wolmarans Street after Dr uZwi-Lezwe Radebe was rejected with 12 yes, 84 no and 88 abstentions, and Cllr Nkonyeni withdrew a Hillbrow traffic-calming motion, saying it would be politicised. The Speaker told Cllr Christians to stop mentioning political parties, and the DA said it would write to the Rules Committee; the ACDP objected to an MMC campaigning for the ANC. The virtual meeting declared 182 councillors present at roll call, with the DA recording concern about how quorum was counted. Network and audio failures recurred, including drops in the Speaker's audio, and several MMCs did not respond when called to close items, so other MMCs closed for them.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-09-30-extra-ordinary-55.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2","date":"2026-08-27","title":"39th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 2","meeting":"2021-ordinary-39","term":"2021","duration_seconds":11888,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=10s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c10","title":"Quorum check and apologies","summary":"The Speaker had councillors counted and confirmed a quorum of 147. Caucus representatives then read in apologies, late arrivals and early departures, including the Executive Mayor arriving late and the Deputy Executive Mayor leaving at 15:30. The Speaker asked that the apologies be noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Louw (DA); Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; louw-martin-anton; harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":1,"start":"00:09:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=558s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c558","title":"Oral questions: Florence Nightingale building evacuation","summary":"A DA question was withdrawn because the Nowana Clinic issue had been resolved. Cllr Nkonyeni asked when the evacuation of the Florence Nightingale building in Hillbrow would be finalised. The responding MMC said the evacuation order was granted but alternative accommodation was the obstacle, with the building third on the list.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; "},{"index":2,"start":"00:13:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=830s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c830","title":"Oral question: untarred roads","summary":"A DA councillor asked about the plan, budget and timeline for upgrading about 1,040 km of untarred roads. The Deputy Executive Mayor replied that just under R40 million is available for the gravel roads programme and no specific President Park programme exists. JRA would ask for more money in the December adjustment budget.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":3,"start":"00:16:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=1005s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c1005","title":"Oral question: New Turffontein Clinic","summary":"Cllr Modukanene asked why the reported completion percentage moved from 71% to 55% to 75%, and about spend, budget and completion. The MMC for Development Planning said the drop came from the replacement contractor being measured from a new baseline. R29.4 million had been spent, the approved budget is R30 million against an actual R45 million, and completion was committed for end of September.","speakers":"Cllr Modukanene (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"modukanene-lebogang-cleopatra; "},{"index":4,"start":"00:24:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=1446s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c1446","title":"Executive Mayor's Question Time postponed","summary":"The Speaker said the Executive Mayor was not in the house and wanted to respond personally. Question time was held over until he arrived, and the house moved on.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":5,"start":"00:25:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=1512s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c1512","title":"Elevation of items and order of business","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor asked to elevate items 32, 33, 35, 36, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43 and 44, and the Chair of Chairs asked for item 46. The house agreed to take items 32 to 44 and then item 46.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":6,"start":"00:27:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=1670s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c1670","title":"Item 32: Public Participation Policy review","summary":"The acting member in charge tabled the reviewed policy. ACDP, FF+ and EFF supported or noted it, while the ANC speaker used the debate for election-campaign attacks on the DA and ActionSA. The item was agreed to.","speakers":"Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Mzolo (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nkubungu-luyolo; mkhonza-norman-fana; boer-cornelis; mzolo-nduduzo"},{"index":7,"start":"00:42:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=2545s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c2545","title":"Item 33: 2027/28 IDP, Budget and Performance Time Schedule","summary":"ACDP approved the schedule. The DA's Cllr Christians criticised it as tick-box compliance and said Community-Based Planning is squeezed into too short a period. The EFF supported it but warned of risks from the 4 November election. The Deputy Executive Mayor said the process is legislated and manageable after the election, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Radebe (EFF); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; christians-alex; ; "},{"index":8,"start":"01:02:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=3759s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c3759","title":"Item 34: Employment Equity Policy Framework stopped","summary":"Cllr Harris began speaking on the Revised Group Employment Equity Policy Framework. The Speaker stopped him because the item had not been elevated and moved on to item 35.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":9,"start":"01:05:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=3925s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c3925","title":"Item 35: Academy for Chartered Accountants training policy","summary":"ACDP noted the report, the DA questioned the value of the Academy, and the EFF opposed the item citing governance and transformation concerns. The Deputy Executive Mayor undertook to supply the information requested and said the policy follows SAICA guidance. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Andrew Marais (DA); Unidentified councillor; Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; marais-andrew-fergus; ; "},{"index":10,"start":"01:20:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=4800s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c4800","title":"Item 36: HIV/AIDS conditional grant (R35.178 million)","summary":"Parties debated acceptance of the Gauteng Provincial Treasury grant for the Jozi Ihlomile door-to-door programme. ACDP asked for monthly reports and a breakdown of previous spending. UDM, ActionSA, EFF and ANC supported it. MMC Makhafola said Zola Clinic is provincial and the matter would be escalated. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Mposula (ActionSA); Cllr Makhafola (EFF); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; zigebe-yongama-ludwe; mposula-tshepo; makhafola-ennie; "},{"index":11,"start":"01:43:43","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=6223s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c6223","title":"Quorum count","summary":"The Speaker had councillors counted after some had left the chamber and warned about members walking in and out. The count found 151 present and the house moved on.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":12,"start":"01:49:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=6549s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c6549","title":"Item 39: Secondment for vacant senior management positions","summary":"The DA noted the report but asked that no recruitment appointments be made until after the elections, and objected to a suspended official heading Public Safety. An ANC councillor supported the secondments. The Deputy Executive Mayor asked for approval and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Foley (DA); Unidentified councillor; Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"foley-david-terence; ; "},{"index":13,"start":"01:56:26","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=6986s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c6986","title":"Reordering of remaining items","summary":"At the executive's request, item 41 was taken next so the EFF and DA could leave after 15:00. The Chair of Chairs asked that item 29 be added, and the order agreed was items 41, 29 and 46.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":14,"start":"01:58:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=7087s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c7087","title":"Item 41: Recruitment for Group Head: Group Strategy","summary":"The DA noted the report and questioned the reasons for the incumbent's resignation. It asked that no appointment be made until after the elections. An ANC councillor and the Leader of Executive Business defended starting recruitment and thanked the departing head after 18 years. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Foley (DA); Unidentified councillor; Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"foley-david-terence; ; "},{"index":15,"start":"02:05:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=7544s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c7544","title":"Item 29: Irregular expenditure recovery and regularisation (August 2026)","summary":"MPAC's motivation to recover R2.2 billion and certify R420.1 million as irrecoverable was debated. ACDP, FF+ and the DA criticised vague information and weak consequence management, and ActionSA backed the recommendations while pressing for accountability. The acting member in charge closed and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Suddaby (DA); Cllr Modukanene (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"; harris-ronald-winston; boer-cornelis; suddaby-julie; modukanene-lebogang-cleopatra"},{"index":16,"start":"02:25:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=8727s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c8727","title":"Quorum dispute and plan to adjourn","summary":"A councillor asked for a quorum check. The Speaker said she intended to finish item 46, close, and have the whips arrange a further September meeting. After a long count, 138 councillors were recorded as present, and item 29 was confirmed agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":17,"start":"02:32:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=9121s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c9121","title":"Item 46: Councillor Funeral Support Policy tabled; DA and FF+ concerns","summary":"Cllr Nkubungu tabled the policy as a lawful replacement for the funeral policy rescinded for MFMA non-compliance. Cllr Christians said legal gave conflicting views and the policy was not properly circulated, so the DA could not support it without clarity. Cllr De Lange also commented.","speakers":"Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"nkubungu-luyolo; de-lange-franco-carel; christians-alex"},{"index":18,"start":"02:39:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=9547s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c9547","title":"Item 46: EFF and UDM support","summary":"The EFF and UDM supported the policy, stressing dignity for councillors' families and compliance with the MFMA. UDM proposed fixing the MFMA reference and recording waived tariffs. UDM said the draft had been posted on the councillors' WhatsApp group, which Cllr Christians disputed.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":19,"start":"02:48:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=10120s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c10120","title":"Rule 72 points of order on item 46","summary":"Cllr Christians rose on Rule 72 to say no policy had been posted on the group, and later to say the DA never said it opposed the policy. The DA also objected to a remark about how many councillors each party had lost. The Speaker mediated.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":20,"start":"02:49:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=10164s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c10164","title":"Item 46: ANC support and closing","summary":"An ANC councillor spoke in support, mixing in campaign attacks on the DA, and said the ANC had lost more than seven councillors. The acting member in charge closed, regretting that a proposed broker scheme of up to R100,000 had been removed and hoping the next council would restore it.","speakers":"Cllr Ngwenya (ANC); Cllr Nkubungu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; nkubungu-luyolo"},{"index":21,"start":"03:03:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=10983s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c10983","title":"Second quorum count and Rule 58.1 dispute","summary":"Cllr Avant-Smith said only 111 were in the chamber, and a count and bell-ringing followed, with 139 recorded. Cllr Christians said Rule 58.1 required counting before ringing the bell. The Speaker defended her procedure and said challengers could take her to Rules.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":22,"start":"03:14:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=11644s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c11644","title":"Item 46 outcome and DA objection","summary":"The Speaker declared item 46 approved. Cllr Christians asked under rule 84 that the DA's opposition to the item be recorded, and the Speaker noted it. Cllr Nkonyeni's pending question was left for later.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; nkonyeni-steven-paledi"},{"index":23,"start":"03:15:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWlfTsY6sJ0&t=11706s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/#c11706","title":"Item 40 suspended and meeting adjourned","summary":"Item 40, the review of the Petitions Policy, was read in but suspended when six councillors left and the meeting lost its quorum. The Speaker adjourned the meeting, said it would reconvene face to face, and asked the Chief Whip to convene the whips. An imbizo for the next day was announced.","speakers":"Cllr Mabuke (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mabuke-thambulo-abraham; arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":6,"decisions":15,"summary":"Day 2 of the 39th Ordinary Council Meeting was adjourned with its agenda unfinished after EFF and DA councillors left, the quorum was lost and item 40, the Petitions Policy review, was suspended. The Executive Mayor's Question Time was held over because he was not in the house, and it had still not been taken when the meeting adjourned. Council agreed to items 32, 33, 35, 36, 39 and 41, among them the Public Participation Policy review, a R35.178 million HIV/AIDS conditional grant and recruitment for the Group Head: Group Strategy. Item 29, MPAC's motivation to recover R2.2 billion in irregular expenditure and certify R420.1 million as irrecoverable, was agreed after ACDP, FF+ and the DA criticised weak consequence management. The Councillor Funeral Support Policy was declared approved after a disputed quorum count of 139, with Cllr Christians arguing that Rule 58.1 required counting before the bell was rung. The Speaker maintained her procedure was correct, and the DA's opposition to item 46 was recorded at its request under rule 84. The MMC for Development Planning committed to completing the New Turffontein Clinic by the end of September, October at the latest, saying R29.4 million had been spent. On untarred roads, the Deputy Executive Mayor said just under R40 million was available and that JRA would ask for more money in the December adjustment budget.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-08-27-ordinary-39-day2.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54","date":"2026-08-27","title":"54th Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting","meeting":"2021-extra-ordinary-54","term":"2021","duration_seconds":2746,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:03:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=183s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c183","title":"Quorum count and delayed start","summary":"The Speaker reports 154 to 156 councillors inside and notes that a quorum is still being reached. She says an electricity failure delayed the morning. The aldermanship ceremony was due at 10:00 and the council sitting at 11:30, and neither started on time.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:05:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=335s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c335","title":"Councillors give direction on how to proceed","summary":"The Speaker opens the floor for views on whether to hold the aldermen ceremony and the council sitting. Councillors Avant-Smith, the Chair of Chairs, Munyayi and Khonkhobe each say the business of the day should continue. The Speaker thanks them for agreeing.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; avant-smith-chris; munyayi-vhengani-essau; khonkhobe-nokuthula"},{"index":2,"start":"00:08:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=486s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c486","title":"Applications for leave of absence: Speaker's list and DA, ANC, PA","summary":"The Speaker reads apologies from Councillors Sekwaila, Mpolobosho, Mokwena and Pelzer. The DA whip lists full leave, late arrivals and about 30 councillors leaving around 14:00. The ANC lists illness, late arrivals (including the Executive Mayor) and early departures, including the Deputy Executive Mayor at 16:00. The PA also gives leave and early-departure requests.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "},{"index":3,"start":"00:11:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=684s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c684","title":"Applications for leave of absence: IFP, ACDP, ActionSA, EFF, AIC","summary":"The IFP, ACDP, ActionSA, EFF and AIC give their apologies, late arrivals and early departures. The EFF says its caucus wants to leave at 15:00 for another political meeting.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF); Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; khonkhobe-nokuthula; mhlongo-temba-aubrey; "},{"index":4,"start":"00:13:59","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=839s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c839","title":"Speaker warns of quorum risk and notes apologies","summary":"The Speaker says the council will lose many councillors if the DA and EFF members leave early, and that it may lose its quorum. She asks that the agenda move quickly. She asks that the apologies be noted, then moves to the alderman recognitions.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":5,"start":"00:14:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=898s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c898","title":"Alderman awards: Mgcina, Mpolobosho and Dewes","summary":"The Speaker confers the honorific title of alderman on Cllr Mgcina in recognition of distinguished public service. Cllr Mpolobosho is absent and his certificate is held for him. Cllr Dewes is also recognised. Photographs are taken.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":6,"start":"00:21:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=1298s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c1298","title":"Alderman awards: Da Gama to Deppe","summary":"The Speaker calls up a series of councillors one by one with personal remarks: Da Gama, Mabuke, De Kock, G. J. Niemand, Hoon, Mabaso (absent), Meyers, De Lange, Masuku, Bittkau, Sifumba, Wax, Mhlongo, Smit, Twala and Deppe. Each is recognised as an alderman or alderwoman.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":7,"start":"00:36:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=2204s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c2204","title":"Badges to follow; remarks recognising the Speaker","summary":"The Speaker says recipients will receive their badges after a supplier problem, and that more alderman awards will follow later. An unidentified councillor then speaks in tribute to the Speaker, and the Speaker's own recognition is announced.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "},{"index":8,"start":"00:38:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=2296s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c2296","title":"Group photo and missing certificates for Van Wyk and Louw","summary":"The Speaker calls the recipients forward for a group photo. Cllr Mkhonza asks about Alderman Van Wyk's certificate, which is missing. The Speaker says Cllrs Van Wyk and Louw will be recognised and that Van Wyk will receive his certificate before the end of the day. There are Afrikaans and EFF interjections from the floor.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; mkhonza-norman-fana; "},{"index":9,"start":"00:44:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moDsj7lzCWc&t=2673s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/#c2673","title":"Close of the alderman session","summary":"The Speaker says there will be no break and that the Secretary to Council will read the notice of the meeting. She urges the new aldermen and alderwomen to be examples to the public and closes the alderman session.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":2,"decisions":4,"summary":"The 54th Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting was taken up mainly by a ceremony conferring the honorific title of alderman or alderwoman on a group of councillors, including Cllr Mgcina. Cllrs Mpolobosho and Mabaso were absent when called, and Cllr Van Wyk's certificate was missing. Neither the aldermanship ceremony, due at 10:00, nor the council sitting, due at 11:30, started on time; the Speaker said an electricity failure had delayed the morning. The chair counted 154 councillors, rising to 156, and said there was a quorum; councillors from several parties then agreed the day's business should continue. Parties gave apologies, late arrivals and early departures, which council noted; the DA listed about 30 councillors leaving around 14:00, and the EFF said its caucus wanted to leave at 15:00. The Speaker warned that the council may lose its quorum if DA and EFF members left early, and asked that the agenda move quickly. The Speaker promised that alderman badges would be delivered after a supplier problem, and that Cllr Van Wyk would receive his certificate before the end of the day. She then closed the alderman session, saying there would be no break and the Secretary to Council would read the notice of the council meeting next.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-08-27-extra-ordinary-54.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1","date":"2026-08-26","title":"39th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 1","meeting":"2021-ordinary-39","term":"2021","duration_seconds":32838,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=35s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c35","title":"Opening of the 39th Ordinary Council Meeting and quorum count","summary":"The Speaker notified the meeting for 26 and 27 August 2026 at the Constance Connie Bapela Council Chamber and welcomed those present. Councillors were counted against the signed register, and the register stood at 121 signatures against 113 in the chamber. The house adjourned for 20 minutes to allow members to arrive, then resumed with 151, and later 155, names on the register against 156 present.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:35:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=2100s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c2100","title":"Motion without notice on recruitment of the Public Safety HOD","summary":"The Speaker reported a motion without notice under rule 93(1)(c), brought by Cllr Maila, on the recruitment and appointment process for the Head of the Department of Public Safety. She said the office was checking compliance and would report back during the day.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:36:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=2181s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c2181","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"The Speaker read the written leave applications and an apology from the City Manager. Caucus representatives then tabled late arrivals, early departures and absences for the IFP, EFF, PA, UDM/ATM, ANC, DA, ActionSA and ACDP. The Speaker asked whether the apologies were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr Coutriers (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; masera-hilton; coutriers-marcel-jean"},{"index":3,"start":"00:44:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=2660s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c2660","title":"Official notices: Women's Day tokens and new councillors","summary":"The Speaker acknowledged Women's Day and said tokens had been prepared for women councillors. She welcomed new councillors Lotz (GOOD), Jack (UIM) and Elias, who replace former councillors Cook, Abdool and Pitso. She also wished councillors with August birthdays well.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":4,"start":"00:46:23","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=2783s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c2783","title":"Confirmation of minutes","summary":"The minutes of the 38th Ordinary Meeting and the 52nd and 53rd Extraordinary Meetings were tabled. The Deputy Executive Mayor said there was no statement from the Executive Mayor. The ACDP and DA agreed with the minutes, and the ANC asked for a typographical correction ('cit manager' to 'city manager'). The minutes were noted with that correction, and the Speaker acknowledged guests in the gallery.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Mogapi (EFF); Cllr Fourie-Shawe (DA); Cllr Nompumelelo Mazibuko (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ; mkhonza-norman-fana; mogapi-tabisa-anthea; fourie-shawe-chantelle; mazibuko-nompumelelo"},{"index":5,"start":"00:51:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=3092s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c3092","title":"Dispute over oral questions (item 5A)","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor objected that the oral questions had not gone through programming and were received only the night before, and other MMCs said they got theirs that morning. The Speaker explained that the DA questions had been on the drive and that the ActionSA questions were loaded late. She said oral questions, written questions and mayoral questions can be combined when there are no quarterly reports, and apologised for the late loading. The executive agreed to answer the oral questions the next day.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; arnolds-margeret-sheron; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":6,"start":"01:03:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=3815s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c3815","title":"Written questions (item 5B)","summary":"The Speaker confirmed that the written replies had been loaded onto the drive. Cllr Christians objected that some replies said they would be answered at the next council meeting even though this was the last sitting, and asked for Rule 110(5) to apply. The Speaker said the executive would respond in writing.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; christians-alex"},{"index":7,"start":"01:06:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=3981s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c3981","title":"Item 6: election procedure for Finance Section 79 chair and ANC caucus break","summary":"The Speaker said the Finance Section 79 chair would be elected by show of hands under Rule 24 and that nomination forms had gone to party whips. Cllr Ndlela requested a 10-minute ANC caucus break, which was granted. The break ran far longer, with drumming in the chamber, and the Speaker complained about the time lost. The Chair of Chairs said the matter the caucus wanted to deal with had been covered.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":8,"start":"01:28:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=5284s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c5284","title":"Clarity on why a Finance chair is being elected at the last sitting","summary":"Cllr Christians asked whether an emergency Finance Committee sitting was expected, given that these were the last council days. The Speaker said Finance had been unable to do its work during the election period. She said council or committee sittings could still be called when needed, in line with SALGA communication.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":9,"start":"01:31:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=5464s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c5464","title":"Objection to campaign T-shirts and dress code ruling","summary":"Cllr Raphadu objected that DA members were wearing blue T-shirts with a mayoral candidate's name on the back. After consulting legal, the Speaker read Rule 30A, which bars political party symbols or insignia. She ruled that the T-shirts bore neither and closed the matter. She refused a PA request for a 30-minute caucus and heard Cllr Simonse.","speakers":"Cllr Raphadu (ANC); Cllr Kaldine (PA); Cllr Simonse (PA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; kaldine-juwairiya; simonse-lois-cathleen; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":10,"start":"01:37:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=5852s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c5852","title":"Nomination and election of Finance Section 79 chairperson","summary":"One nomination was received, proposing Cllr Thapelo Radebe, with Cllr Nofemela as proposer and Cllr Modupi as seconder. Radebe accepted the nomination. With no other nominations, the Speaker declared him chairperson of the Section 79 Finance Committee.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Nofemela (ANC); Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Thapelo Radebe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; nofemela-nokuthula; modupi-david-nthako; radebe-thapelo-thabani"},{"index":11,"start":"01:42:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=6129s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c6129","title":"Recommendations to council and reordering of the agenda","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor and the Chair of Chairs tabled their recommendations. At the executive's request, items 37 and 38, including the Public Safety HOD recruitment, were elevated to follow the finance items. At Cllr Santana's request, items 1 and 2 (the April and May MFMA reports) were combined for debate.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; marema-vhonani-adolphus; santana-christopher-glen; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":12,"start":"01:45:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=6313s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c6313","title":"Items 1 and 2: ACDP and FF+ on the April and May MFMA reports","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza supported noting the reports but criticised capital expenditure, conditional grant spending and the R75.7 billion debtors book. He asked the Deputy Executive Mayor for a strategy to avoid forfeiting grants. Cllr Boer (FF+) highlighted the May deficit of R18.3 million and 52% capital spending. He also raised R10.1 billion in debt impairment and Johannesburg Water losses.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; boer-cornelis"},{"index":13,"start":"01:55:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=6944s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c6944","title":"Items 1 and 2: DA on city finances","summary":"Cllr Santana said the reports showed an ANC-led coalition failing to control finances. He pointed to a swing from a R752.5 million surplus in April to an R18.3 million deficit in May, falling cash, rising creditors, and capital spending of 52%. He also cited withheld and returnable grants, turnover in finance leadership, and inconsistencies in the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":14,"start":"02:02:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=7361s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c7361","title":"Items 1 and 2: EFF contributions","summary":"Cllr Nethamba said the reports showed underspending of the capital budget and conditional grants and called for accountability and consequence management. Cllr Zitha described the city as seriously ill, citing low capital expenditure by department, water and electricity losses, and the Johannesburg Water infrastructure shortfall. Both speakers used their time to promote Dr Tlaleng for mayor ahead of the 4 November election.","speakers":"Cllr Nethamba (EFF); Cllr Zitha (EFF)","councillor_ids":"nethamba-roshudufhadzwa; zitha-saseka-lorrein"},{"index":15,"start":"02:09:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=7757s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c7757","title":"Items 1 and 2: ANC on the Section 71 reports","summary":"Cllr Modupi supported both reports, citing a 91.2% May collection rate, capital spending of R4.4 billion and 52% execution, and improved cash and investments. He said the city had settled the R5.25 billion Eskom debt and acknowledged the May operating deficit. He criticised earlier DA-led administrations and urged voters to support the ANC.","speakers":"Cllr Modupi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"modupi-david-nthako"},{"index":16,"start":"02:17:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=8221s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c8221","title":"Items 1 and 2: Finance MMC's response and noting","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor, as MMC for Finance, acknowledged the capital expenditure problem and said a war room in the COO's office follows it up weekly. She corrected Cllr Zitha, saying Moody's had moved the city to a positive outlook in July. She also noted concern about entity overdrafts and Johannesburg Water. Council noted both reports.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":17,"start":"02:20:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=8445s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c8445","title":"Item 3: Code for Ethical Leadership (ACDP, AIC, UDM)","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza said the ACDP fully supported the code but noted that no implementation schedule had been shared. Cllr Mhlongo noted and adopted the report for the AIC and praised the Speaker as the AIC's mayoral candidate. Cllr Zigebe said the UDM supported the code but wanted regular implementation reports to council.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; mhlongo-temba-aubrey; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":18,"start":"02:28:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=8883s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c8883","title":"Item 3: DA and ActionSA on the ethics code","summary":"Cllr Wax said the code came too late in the term but that the DA would support it cautiously, provided it is implemented seriously. Cllr Nkomo said ActionSA supports the item but asked what consequences apply for breaches, who will monitor compliance, and when council will receive implementation reports.","speakers":"Cllr Wax (DA); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"wax-kevin-patrick; "},{"index":19,"start":"02:36:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=9406s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c9406","title":"Item 3: EFF on the ethics code and fines for filming","summary":"Cllr Radebe (EFF) said the code was a start but that the report claimed no financial or policy implications. She proposed linking the code to consequence management through quarterly reporting and ethics KPIs in senior managers' performance agreements. During her speech the Speaker fined Cllrs Nkomo, Coutriers and Radebe R1,000 each for taking videos in the chamber.","speakers":"Cllr Nonhlanhla Radebe (EFF); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA); Cllr Coutriers (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"radebe-nonhlanhla-pretty; ; coutriers-marcel-jean; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":20,"start":"02:42:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=9727s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c9727","title":"Item 3: ANC on the ethics code and points of order","summary":"Cllr Molefe congratulated Cllr Radebe, thanked the Mayor and Finance MMC for settling the Eskom debt, and supported adopting the code. Cllr Christians raised a point of order that the Eskom debt had not been settled in full, which the Speaker deferred to be checked. A further exchange followed over the blue T-shirts, and the Speaker repeated her earlier ruling.","speakers":"Cllr Mohau Molefe (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"molefe-mohau; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":21,"start":"02:50:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=10203s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c10203","title":"Item 3: Deputy Executive Mayor's reply and adoption of the code","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor said the framework strengthens integrity and accountability and should be measured by implementation. She attacked previous DA and ActionSA mayors on ethical leadership and financial misconduct processes. Cllr Echeozonjoku objected under Rule 72 that the DA did not dissolve the disciplinary board. The MMC read an Eskom statement that City Power had settled R5.255 billion in full, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":22,"start":"02:56:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=10582s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c10582","title":"Item 4: Public Participation Outcomes Report 2026/2027","summary":"The Speaker introduced item 4, the tabling of the Public Participation Outcomes Report for approval and noting. Cllr Mkhonza said the ACDP noted and supported the report but lamented very low community attendance of 0.09% and 0.13% at the CBP and IDP summits. The recording of this part ends with overlapping, unclear audio from the next speakers.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":23,"start":"03:00:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=10802s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c10802","title":"Item 4: Public participation outcomes report debate","summary":"Councillors debated the 2026-27 public participation outcomes report. Speakers from the DA, EFF and ANC criticised or supported the process and referred to the 4 November elections. ActionSA noted the item, and the Deputy Executive Mayor urged all councillors to encourage residents to attend upcoming community-based planning sessions.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA); Cllr Mbambala (EFF); Cllr Tefu (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; ; mbambala-thandiwe-jacquline; tefu-phineas-velaphi; "},{"index":24,"start":"03:15:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=11722s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c11722","title":"Councillor Da Rocha removed from the chamber","summary":"Cllr Da Rocha shouted about the lack of water, power and sewer services after the Speaker had moved on. The Speaker ruled that he was disrupting proceedings and ordered security to remove him, and he was taken out amid noise in the chamber. Cllr Kaldine then complained about how DA councillors are treated.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Da Rocha (DA); Cllr Kaldine (PA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; da-rocha-carlos-manuel-dias; kaldine-juwairiya"},{"index":25,"start":"03:19:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=11987s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c11987","title":"Decorum plea, fines and ethics referral request","summary":"MMC Masuku asked all councillors to maintain decorum at the end of the term and to respect the Speaker's rulings. The Speaker complained of councillors throwing their hands and filming, and announced R1,000 fines payable the next day. MMC Masuku recommended that Cllr Da Rocha be referred to ethics, and the Speaker moved the council on without taking further points.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":26,"start":"03:24:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=12287s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c12287","title":"Item 37: Rescission and re-advertisement of Executive Director Human Settlements","summary":"The Speaker introduced item 37 and the elevated items. DA, ACDP and DA speakers criticised the Human Settlements department, the timing of the report and the handling of the interdict. An ActionSA speaker began on item 38 content and was told by the Speaker he was on the wrong item.","speakers":"Cllr Campbell-Cloete (DA); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Brand (DA); Cllr Mabelebele (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"campbell-cloete-bea; harris-ronald-winston; brand-david-gerald; mabelebele-selby-sello"},{"index":27,"start":"03:37:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=13065s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c13065","title":"Dispute over alleged breathalyzer remark","summary":"Cllr Avant-Smith raised a point of order that a councillor had shouted a demand for breathalyzers when Cllr Maila stood up. The Speaker asked the councillor to withdraw the remark, but the councillor declined. The Speaker said she would play the recording and return to the matter later that day.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":28,"start":"03:39:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=13152s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c13152","title":"Item 37: ActionSA and EFF contributions","summary":"Cllr Mabelebele finished his speech, attacking ANC governance and calling for ethical leadership under ActionSA and Herman Mashaba. An EFF speaker then said the EFF notes the report.","speakers":"Cllr Mabelebele (ActionSA); Cllr Mokwena (EFF)","councillor_ids":"mabelebele-selby-sello; mokwena-thomas-makapane"},{"index":29,"start":"03:44:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=13450s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c13450","title":"Item 37: Cllr Mzolo's speech and unparliamentary language rows","summary":"Cllr Mzolo spoke for the ANC, noting the report and criticising opposition parties. DA councillors objected to his references to a 'Dysfunctional Alliance', dogs and clowns. The Speaker ordered him to withdraw those remarks, and he did so.","speakers":"Cllr Mzolo (ANC); Cllr Maila (DA); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mzolo-nduduzo; maila-solomon-masehlele; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":30,"start":"03:56:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=14160s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c14160","title":"Item 37: MMC response and approval","summary":"MMC Mabaso, responding for the department, explained that the appointed Executive Director was interdicted shortly after taking office and never returned. He said the city's legal advisers had allowed the position to be re-advertised to end instability in the department. The Speaker put the item to the house, which agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mabaso (IFP); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mabaso-mlungisi-providence; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":31,"start":"04:02:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=14531s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c14531","title":"Item 38: Procedural dispute over DA motion without notice","summary":"Before debate on item 38 the Speaker took the DA's motion without notice. Cllr Raphadu, Cllr Makhafola, Cllr Christians and MMC Mgcina argued over whether it complied with the rules. The Speaker cited rules 90 and 93 and ruled that it complied.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Maila (DA); Cllr Raphadu (ANC); Cllr Makhafola (EFF); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; maila-solomon-masehlele; ; makhafola-ennie; christians-alex; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":32,"start":"04:17:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=15435s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c15435","title":"Cllr Maila moves motion to postpone item 38","summary":"Cllr Maila read the DA's motion under rule 93(1)(c) to postpone item 38 until the SIU investigation, vetting and integrity processes are finalised. He said the report itself records that the preferred candidate was flagged as high risk by the SIU. He stressed that the motion makes no finding of guilt.","speakers":"Cllr Maila (DA)","councillor_ids":"maila-solomon-masehlele"},{"index":33,"start":"04:20:43","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=15643s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c15643","title":"Vote on the motion to postpone item 38","summary":"Voice responses were inaudible, so the Speaker rang the bells and called a show of hands. The motion was defeated and the council continued with item 38.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":34,"start":"04:31:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=16265s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c16265","title":"Item 38: Head of Department Public Safety debate (DA, GOOD, ActionSA, EFF)","summary":"Cllr Maila placed the DA's opposition on record and said it reserves the right to take the decision on review. Cllr Lotz (GOOD), Cllr Foley (DA) and Cllr Mabelebele (ActionSA) spoke on the SIU high-risk flag and the integrity of the process. An EFF councillor noted the report on behalf of Cllr Nhlapo.","speakers":"Cllr Maila (DA); Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Foley (DA); Cllr Mabelebele (ActionSA); Cllr Mogapi (EFF)","councillor_ids":"maila-solomon-masehlele; lotz-ulinda-porshia; foley-david-terence; mabelebele-selby-sello; mogapi-tabisa-anthea"},{"index":35,"start":"04:45:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=17136s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c17136","title":"Item 38: Cllr Mzolo's speech","summary":"Cllr Mzolo said the ANC notes the report and called for accountability and performance standards for the successful candidate. He mocked the DA's blue T-shirts and ActionSA's loyalty to Mashaba. Cllr Christians raised a point of order on decorum under rule 72.","speakers":"Cllr Mzolo (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"mzolo-nduduzo; christians-alex"},{"index":36,"start":"04:52:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=17552s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c17552","title":"Item 38: MMC Mabaso's response","summary":"MMC Mabaso said filling the long-vacant Public Safety post is welcome. He pointed to recommendations 3 and 5, which require security clearance before the appointment is finalised, and asked council to approve the report.","speakers":"Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":37,"start":"04:54:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=17686s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c17686","title":"Item 38: Vote and recorded dissent","summary":"The Speaker put item 38 to the house and ruled that the yeses had it, after loud 'no' calls. The DA, FF Plus, ACDP and ActionSA each asked for their dissent to be recorded under Rule 84.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Mabelebele (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; christians-alex; de-lange-franco-carel; harris-ronald-winston; mabelebele-selby-sello"},{"index":38,"start":"04:56:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=17800s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c17800","title":"Lunch adjournment","summary":"The Speaker adjourned the sitting for lunch at 14:55 and told councillors to return at 15:30 sharp. The recording then has a long stretch of mostly unintelligible background chatter.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":39,"start":"05:48:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=20920s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c20920","title":"Delayed resumption and aircon problem","summary":"The sitting resumed about 20 minutes late, and the Speaker asked whips to bring their councillors in. She said the aircon was being repaired upstairs and would take about 20 more minutes, and asked the council to carry on.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":40,"start":"05:52:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=21135s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c21135","title":"Item 5: CoJ Security Access Restriction by-laws","summary":"The council resumed at item 5, the introduction of the Security Access Restriction by-laws and related public participation. Cllr Harris of the ACDP commended the Johannesburg Zoo and said the ACDP notes the reports. Cllr Kreusch of the DA said the DA supports the 2018 road closure policy and the by-laws in principle but reserved some conditions. The transcript part ends mid-speech.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Kreusch (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; harris-ronald-winston; kreusch-sean"},{"index":41,"start":"05:56:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=21368s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c21368","title":"Item 5: Security Access Restriction by-laws debate (DA close, ANC)","summary":"A DA councillor closed on the proposed Security Access Restriction by-laws. The DA asked for bona fide public participation and for the by-laws to go to the Section 79 Transport Committee next term. Cllr Supe (ANC) supported the direction, called for emergency access to be guaranteed and for clear criteria and consultation, and said Ward 111 was a no-go area for the DA and Freedom Front Plus.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (DA); Cllr Supe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; supe-nontutuzela-prescilla"},{"index":42,"start":"06:01:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=21717s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c21717","title":"Objection to 'no-go area' remark","summary":"Cllr Christians objected that no-go areas are unconstitutional and asked the Speaker to act. The Speaker asked Cllr Supe to withdraw the remark, and he withdrew it.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Supe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; supe-nontutuzela-prescilla"},{"index":43,"start":"06:02:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=21777s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c21777","title":"Item 5: MMC response and agreement","summary":"The Speaker asked MMC Amad to respond because the other MMCs had just walked in. MMC Amad said he would escalate the inputs to MMC Kunene. The Speaker asked whether the item was agreed and moved on without a recorded objection.","speakers":"Cllr Amad (Al Jama-ah); Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"amad-thapelo; harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":44,"start":"06:04:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=21851s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c21851","title":"Item 6: GEF grant funding, first round of party speakers","summary":"Council considered accepting Global Environment Facility grant funding, with the DBSA as partner, for solar and energy efficiency work. The ACDP, GOOD, UDM, DA and an ActionSA proxy supported or noted the item. They raised concerns about the co-financing from City Power, unfunded obligations, oversight and procurement.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Koekemoer (DA); Unidentified councillor (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; lotz-ulinda-porshia; zigebe-yongama-ludwe; koekemoer-marialett; "},{"index":45,"start":"06:18:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=22725s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c22725","title":"Item 6: EFF position and demands on water","summary":"Cllr Mkasi said the EFF supported the grant but demanded that the administration identify and quantify water infrastructure failures, such as in Zandspruit, and report back to council. The speech also gave background on the GEF, the Sustainable Cities programme and the pilot solar and efficiency components.","speakers":"Cllr Mkasi (EFF)","councillor_ids":"mkasi-gift"},{"index":46,"start":"06:32:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=23529s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c23529","title":"Item 6: FF+ support, MMC response and agreement","summary":"The Freedom Front Plus supported the grant and said it would oversee the spending through the Section 79 EISD Committee. MMC Sekwaila said the grant fits the plan to turn City Power into an energy company and responded to concerns on spending and reporting. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":47,"start":"06:36:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=23771s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c23771","title":"Item 7: Egoli Gas price determination methodology 2026-2031","summary":"The ACDP objected that the methodology was being approved retroactively after the 30 June expiry. ActionSA and the ANC noted the report. The EFF supported it but asked what council was approving if NERSA is responsible, and again raised water in Zandspruit. MMC Sekwaila responded and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Masuku (ActionSA); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Mathe (ANC); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; ; mkasi-gift; ; sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":48,"start":"06:44:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=24290s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c24290","title":"Item 8: Egoli Gas 2026/27 tariffs","summary":"The ACDP welcomed the CPI-linked increase, and ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC noted the report. MMC Sekwaila thanked councillors, with a light exchange on Pirates and Chiefs. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Masuku (ActionSA); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Mathe (ANC); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; ; mkasi-gift; ; sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":49,"start":"06:47:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=24444s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c24444","title":"Item 9: Rea Vaya Phase 1A Bus Operating Company public participation notice","summary":"An ACDP stand-in welcomed the report, and the DA said it did not support the item. The DA called it a hospital pass, citing R3.2 billion in costs over seven years against R820 million in returns, Treasury red flags and monopolisation of routes. The ANC noted the report and MMC Mgcina said the questions would be escalated.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ACDP); Cllr Kreusch (DA); Unidentified councillor (ANC); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; kreusch-sean; ; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":50,"start":"06:53:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=24821s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c24821","title":"Item 9: dispute over voice vote and roll call","summary":"The Speaker declared the noes louder on the voice vote. The ANC, through Cllr Raphadu, demanded a roll call, bells were rung and councillors who arrived after the doors closed were not counted. The count was 112 yes, 42 no and 3 abstentions, and the DA objected to the procedure and recorded its dissent under Rule 84.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Raphadu (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ; christians-alex"},{"index":51,"start":"07:06:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=25568s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c25568","title":"Item 10: Repeal of redundant Human Settlements policies","summary":"Council considered repealing three Human Settlements policies (Child-Headed Household, Non-Qualify and Rent Relief) already absorbed into newer policies. ActionSA and the ANC supported the report. MMC Mabaso asked council to approve it and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ActionSA); Cllr Mavhona (ANC); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"; mavhona-livhuwani-sannie; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":52,"start":"07:11:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=25873s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c25873","title":"Items 11 and 12: Fairland development sales, GOOD, AIC and DA","summary":"Items 11 and 12, development sales of Fairland erven, were read together at the request of Cllr Mhlongo. GOOD and the AIC supported them. The DA opposed them, citing no comparison of sale against long-term lease, outstanding environmental, traffic and City Power studies, a City Parks and Zoo objection and stale consultation, and asked for deferral.","speakers":"Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Cllr Lotz (GOOD); Cllr Nkomo (DA)","councillor_ids":"mhlongo-temba-aubrey; lotz-ulinda-porshia; "},{"index":53,"start":"07:24:55","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=26695s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c26695","title":"Items 11 and 12: ActionSA, EFF and ANC positions","summary":"An ActionSA proxy noted both items because Cllr Xulu was ill. The EFF said it favoured a long-term lease and keeping land in public hands. The ANC speaker supported unlocking the land but asked for a developmental return framework, infrastructure checks, reporting and a land dashboard.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ActionSA); Cllr Moepi (EFF); Cllr Mulelu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; moepi-nthokge-josiah-donald; mulelu-masha"},{"index":54,"start":"07:41:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=27684s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c27684","title":"Items 11 and 12: MMC Mnisi's response","summary":"MMC Mnisi said the transactions were development sales for human settlements, with title passed only once the developer met conditions. She said the environmental and other studies would be done in the town planning process after council authority. She said the transactions were MFMA-compliant and asked council to approve.","speakers":"Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":55,"start":"07:43:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=27794s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c27794","title":"Point on earlier resolution against property sales","summary":"Cllr Christians, under Rule 72, asked whether a previous-term resolution barring sales of city property should first be rescinded. The Speaker replied that the items were committee reports and told MMC Mnisi to continue.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; "},{"index":56,"start":"07:45:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=27948s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c27948","title":"Items 11 and 12: vote and DA objection","summary":"The Speaker asked whether the items were agreed. Voices were mixed, and she declared that the yeses had it. Cllr Christians recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84, citing an incomplete report and the council resolution against land sales.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":57,"start":"07:47:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=28070s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c28070","title":"Item 13: Sale of Portion 19 of Erf 491, Ivory Park Ext 7","summary":"The AIC approved the report, ActionSA's proxy and the EFF noted it, and the ANC noted it. The EFF said Ivory Park residents wanted the land for settlement. MMC Mnisi asked council to approve and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Unidentified councillor (ActionSA); Cllr Moepi (EFF); Cllr Lebea (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mhlongo-temba-aubrey; ; moepi-nthokge-josiah-donald; lebea-molate-godfrey; "},{"index":58,"start":"07:53:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=28404s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c28404","title":"Item 14: Township Economies By-law implementation plan","summary":"Speakers from the ACDP, AIC, UDM, FF+, ActionSA, EFF and ANC welcomed or noted the plan. Points raised included red tape, an inclusive economy and compliance, quarterly reporting and outcome-based measures. MMC Mnisi said the approach is to educate, support, formalise and enforce when necessary, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Moatshe (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor (EFF); Cllr Mabuza (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; mhlongo-temba-aubrey; zigebe-yongama-ludwe; de-lange-franco-carel; moatshe-kabelo; ; mabuza-sebenzile-kentina-laura; "},{"index":59,"start":"08:09:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=29356s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c29356","title":"Reordering of remaining business","summary":"The Chair of Chairs asked to elevate Item 47 and Items 22 to 28 and to defer the rest of the agenda to the next morning. Cllr Mhlongo asked for Items 15 and 16 to be read together. The Speaker agreed to take 15 and 16, then 47, then 22 to 28.","speakers":"Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Mhlongo (AIC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"marema-vhonani-adolphus; mhlongo-temba-aubrey; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":60,"start":"08:11:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=29470s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c29470","title":"Items 15 and 16: Region A and Region E economic development plans, ACDP, UDM, FF+ and DA","summary":"The Region A and Region E Regional Economic Development Plans, Investment Atlases and Implementation Plans were read together. The ACDP and UDM noted them and the FF+ asked about special economic zones for Region A. The DA said the plans lacked evidence, prioritisation and funding and ignored basic infrastructure.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Reddy (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; zigebe-yongama-ludwe; de-lange-franco-carel; reddy-vinotharan-mogambaram"},{"index":61,"start":"08:26:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=30377s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c30377","title":"Items 15 and 16: ActionSA, EFF, ANC, MMC response and agreement","summary":"ActionSA and the EFF noted both items and the ANC's Cllr Bolani supported them with a call to turn the plans into funded project pipelines. MMC Mnisi said the plans are a framework, not a wish list, and asked council to approve them. The items were agreed.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor (EFF); Cllr Bolani (ANC); Cllr Mnisi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; ; bolani-mthuthuzeli-goodman; "},{"index":62,"start":"08:39:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=31152s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c31152","title":"Item 47: Implementation of the Alderman policy, EFF and ANC","summary":"Item 47 asked council to confer the Alderman title on qualifying serving and former councillors under a points-based policy with a 20-point threshold. The EFF said longevity must not be confused with service. The ANC supported the phased, verified approach and consistent application of the criteria.","speakers":"Cllr Mokoena (EFF); Cllr Nkubungu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; nkubungu-luyolo"},{"index":63,"start":"08:48:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=31718s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c31718","title":"Item 47: DA amendments on Honorary Alderman wording","summary":"Cllr Christians proposed that the report refer to Honorary Alderman for former councillors and that Recommendation 4 fall away until verification is complete. The Speaker explained the three categories of recommendation and agreed to change the wording.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":64,"start":"08:57:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=32265s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c32265","title":"Item 47: Further councillors to be verified, and agreement","summary":"A councillor asked what happens to qualifying councillors not in the listed cohort, naming Raphadu, Twala and Francisco. The Speaker said they would be verified. The Chair of Chairs agreed with the Christians amendments, and the item was agreed with the wording changes.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; arnolds-margeret-sheron; marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":65,"start":"09:03:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=32605s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c32605","title":"Items 22 to 28: oversight visit reports","summary":"The Secretary to Council read the oversight reports on the Pochi cemetery, Drieziek and Orange Farm facilities, the Joburg City Library and the Johannesburg Theatre. There were no speakers. The Speaker read out the recommendation pages and the items were agreed.","speakers":"","councillor_ids":""},{"index":66,"start":"09:05:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFqccXTZjJU&t=32746s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/#c32746","title":"Announcements and adjournment","summary":"The Speaker announced that the next day would start at 10:00 with the alderman acknowledgement from 10:00 to 11:00. The normal council sitting would begin at 11:00. She asked councillors not to waste time as they had that day and closed the day.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":13,"decisions":35,"summary":"On the first of two days of the 39th Ordinary Council Meeting, council approved the recruitment and appointment of the Head of Department for Public Safety after rejecting a DA motion to postpone it. The DA motion, which cited an SIU high-risk flag on the preferred candidate, failed by 82 yes to 110 no with 2 abstentions; the DA, FF Plus, ACDP and ActionSA recorded dissent. Council approved the Rea Vaya Phase 1A public participation notice by 112 yes, 42 no and 3 abstentions, on a roll call the ANC demanded after the Speaker declared the noes louder. Other approvals included the Code for Ethical Leadership, a GEF grant, Egoli Gas tariffs, Fairland land sales over DA objection, and Cllr Thapelo Radebe's election as Finance Section 79 chair. The Speaker ordered security to remove Cllr Da Rocha for disrupting proceedings and fined several councillors R1,000 each over filming in the chamber. Cllr Mzolo and Cllr Supe withdrew remarks after objections, and the Speaker ruled that blue T-shirts worn by DA members carried no party symbol or insignia under Rule 30A. The sitting opened with a 20-minute adjournment so councillors could arrive and sign the register, and resumed about 20 minutes late after lunch. Oral questions, which the executive objected were received late, were deferred to the next day, along with the rest of the agenda.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-08-26-ordinary-39-day1.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53","date":"2026-07-30","title":"53rd Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting","meeting":"2021-extra-ordinary-53","term":"2021","duration_seconds":4596,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1","title":"Roll call procedure agreed at whippery","summary":"Cllr Munyayi raised a point of order, noting that whippery had agreed party whips would report absent councillors instead of a full roll call. The Speaker then began calling caucuses to report attendance and leave of absence.","speakers":"Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"munyayi-vhengani-essau; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:01:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=68s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c68","title":"DA attendance and leave of absence","summary":"Cllr Masera reported the DA's leave-of-absence list, with the DA whip's count stated as nine and then ten. The Speaker pressed for the number of DA councillors present, and the DA later confirmed eight LOAs and 62 in the meeting.","speakers":"Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"masera-hilton; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:03:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=194s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c194","title":"Smaller caucuses report attendance","summary":"Cllr De Lange suggested starting with the smaller caucuses. The Speaker then called FF+, IFP, PA, UDM, AIC, AHC, Al Jama-ah, ACDP and others, most of which reported full or near-full attendance. The Speaker noted that UIM, APC, PAC and COPE had not yet responded.","speakers":"Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"de-lange-franco-carel; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":3,"start":"00:07:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=436s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c436","title":"ActionSA attendance and leave of absence","summary":"ActionSA reported 25 councillors present out of 44, with others said to be struggling to join. LOAs were given for Cllrs Joyce Ngobeni and Ntlemeza, and Cllr Moshapo added Cllr Moticoe. Cllr Chuma was later added. The Speaker questioned the gap between the numbers.","speakers":"Cllr Moshapo (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"moshapo-lettie-cylia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":4,"start":"00:09:56","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=596s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c596","title":"EFF unable to report numbers","summary":"EFF representatives said many members and the chief whip were struggling to log in and promised a full return once resolved. The Speaker insisted whips must report their numbers as agreed at whippery.","speakers":"Cllr Zitha (EFF); Cllr Baloyi (EFF); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"zitha-saseka-lorrein; baloyi-dzunisani-lawrence; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":5,"start":"00:11:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=681s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c681","title":"ANC and DA counts; 202 in chamber","summary":"The ANC reported 85 counted on screen with no LOAs. The DA confirmed eight LOAs and 62 present. The Speaker announced 202 councillors without the EFF.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":6,"start":"00:14:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=857s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c857","title":"Cllr Bittkau's LOA error and EFF count of 15","summary":"Cllr Bittkau said he was online despite being listed on LOA, raising the DA count to 63. An EFF councillor then reported 15 EFF members online, bringing the total to 218.","speakers":"Cllr Bittkau (DA); Cllr Nonhlanhla Radebe (EFF); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"bittkau-ralf; radebe-nonhlanhla-pretty; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":7,"start":"00:18:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1086s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1086","title":"Applications for leave of absence and apologies noted","summary":"The Speaker called for leave of absence applications. ActionSA's LOAs were restated and the Al Jama-ah MMC confirmed he had arrived, bringing the count to 219. Council noted the apologies.","speakers":"Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"munyayi-vhengani-essau; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":8,"start":"00:20:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1232s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1232","title":"Chair of Chairs tables Items 1 and 2","summary":"Cllr Marema, Chair of Chairs, tabled the legislature report. Item 1 was the 2024/25 Group Integrated Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2025. Item 2 was the MPAC oversight report on that annual report.","speakers":"Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":9,"start":"00:21:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1302s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1302","title":"Cllr Christians questions roll call process","summary":"Cllr Christians asked for assurance from legal that the roll call process was above board, citing the PA's attendance report. The Speaker said one PA councillor had resigned, legal was beside her, and whippery had decided the method.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":10,"start":"00:24:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1488s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1488","title":"PA exchange with Speaker","summary":"Cllr Kaldine asked what Cllr Christians' obsession with the PA was, and Cllr Ponsonby followed with a remark. The Speaker moved the meeting on.","speakers":"Cllr Kaldine (PA); Cllr Ponsonby (PA)","councillor_ids":"kaldine-juwairiya; ponsonby-dwain-adin"},{"index":11,"start":"00:25:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1517s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1517","title":"EFF login problems referred to IT","summary":"The EFF chair reported that several councillors, including the chief whip, could not log in. The Speaker asked IT to look into it and suggested internet problems could be a cause.","speakers":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"khonkhobe-nokuthula; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":12,"start":"00:26:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1584s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1584","title":"MPAC oversight report presented","summary":"The second item, the MPAC oversight report on the 2024/25 annual report, was tabled. The MPAC chair presented it, but the transcript captures none of the presentation's content.","speakers":"Cllr Raseruthe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"raseruthe-sepetlele-hospital"},{"index":13,"start":"00:29:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=1751s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c1751","title":"ActionSA supports report with reservations","summary":"Cllr Modukanene said ActionSA supports the MPAC report with reservations. She cited the qualified audit for core departments, weak procurement and contract controls, and poor consequence management. She criticised the Executive Mayor for earlier attacking Herman Mashaba instead of answering the report. A point of order was raised that she was out of order, and she was told to wrap up.","speakers":"Cllr Modukanene (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"modukanene-lebogang-cleopatra; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":14,"start":"00:35:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=2127s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c2127","title":"ACDP debate input","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza welcomed the Joburg Market's clean audits and raised concerns about the R30.3 billion UIFW balance, conditional grant underspending and the 59% SDBIP result. He also raised the missing audit action plans, debt management and late variance reports. His time ran out as he raised the Transport Department.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana"},{"index":15,"start":"00:39:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=2354s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c2354","title":"DA on MPAC report and AG finding","summary":"Cllr Suddaby said MPAC submits the report with reservations. She criticised management's claim that the AG got it wrong and the unused student-accommodation building bought in 2014. She welcomed Recommendation 3, which would make departmental inputs resolutions of council. She said a DA-led council would demand a full account of outstanding resolutions, and the DA supports the recommendations.","speakers":"Cllr Suddaby (DA)","councillor_ids":"suddaby-julie"},{"index":16,"start":"00:43:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=2615s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c2615","title":"FF+ on financial findings","summary":"Cllr Boer commended the Joburg Market and Joburg Theatre for clean audits but raised concern about the core's qualified opinion over sundry debtors and R398 million of misallocated expenses. He cited the JSE suspension of bond trading and the risk of a credit downgrade. He also noted unauthorised expenditure of R9.1 billion and a R1.6 billion surplus going into Capex.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":17,"start":"00:46:56","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=2816s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c2816","title":"DA on Auditor-General findings","summary":"Cllr Wax said the report reflected governance decay and called for a forensic review of irregular and wasteful expenditure, stronger internal audit and risk management, and a leadership accountability framework. He said 4 November would be the political administration's day of reckoning.","speakers":"Cllr Wax (DA)","councillor_ids":"wax-kevin-patrick"},{"index":18,"start":"00:50:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=3003s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c3003","title":"EFF supports report","summary":"Cllr Mosehla said the EFF supports the MPAC report. He noted the unqualified group opinion and the core's qualified opinion on R948.4 million of sundry debtors and R398 million of misallocated expenditure. He added that the report still shows weaknesses in procurement, controls and consequence management, with about 40% of service delivery targets missed.","speakers":"Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Cllr Aphane (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"mosehla-kalushi-johannes; aphane-jacob-dinkwanyana"},{"index":19,"start":"00:54:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=3278s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c3278","title":"ANC supports report","summary":"Cllr Lobi said the ANC supports the report. He highlighted the group's unqualified audit, the audit remediation programme, R23 billion in irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure regularised, and 10% revenue growth. He acknowledged R30 billion in historic UIFW remains and 40% of SDBIP targets were missed.","speakers":"Cllr Lobi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"lobi-msimelelo"},{"index":20,"start":"01:00:34","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=3634s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c3634","title":"Point of order on service delivery claim","summary":"During Cllr Lobi's speech, Cllr Christians rose on a point of order claiming Lobi was misleading the house about delivering services to everybody. The Speaker did not entertain it and asked Lobi to continue, and Lobi finished by saying the ANC supports the item.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Lobi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex; lobi-msimelelo"},{"index":21,"start":"01:02:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=3733s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c3733","title":"Deputy Executive Mayor responds","summary":"Deputy Executive Mayor Masuku welcomed the retained unqualified group audit opinion and recommitted to accelerating audit action plans and consequence management. He said the city had lodged its dispute with the Auditor-General before the management letter was released, correcting Cllr Suddaby. He asked Council to note the report.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":22,"start":"01:06:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=3998s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c3998","title":"Executive Mayor's response","summary":"The Executive Mayor said he noted the councillors' comments, had no further comments, and appreciated the inputs.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello"},{"index":23,"start":"01:07:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=4058s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c4058","title":"MPAC chair concludes and acknowledges members","summary":"The MPAC chair recommended that Council approve the 2024/25 Annual Report with reservations under Section 129(1) of the MFMA. He acknowledged councillors who served on MPAC and the support staff, noting MPAC never collapsed a meeting for lack of quorum.","speakers":"Cllr Raseruthe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"raseruthe-sepetlele-hospital"},{"index":24,"start":"01:10:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=4239s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c4239","title":"Recommendations agreed","summary":"The Speaker asked whether the recommendations on pages 1.5 and 2.16 to 2.18 were agreed. Councillors said \"Agreed\" and the items were adopted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":25,"start":"01:11:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyy3_npW16c&t=4282s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/#c4282","title":"Announcements, audio problems and adjournment","summary":"The Speaker had no announcements beyond thanking MPAC. Her microphone had audio problems that required IT, after which she declared the meeting adjourned.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":4,"decisions":3,"summary":"Council met in an extra-ordinary sitting to consider the 2024/25 Group Integrated Annual Report and the MPAC oversight report on it. Both items were agreed by acclamation, with no vote numbers announced, approving the annual report with reservations as MPAC recommended. ActionSA supported the MPAC report with reservations, while the DA, EFF and ANC said they supported the report or its recommendations. Speakers cited the core's qualified audit opinion, R398 million of misallocated expenses and missed service delivery targets; the ANC's Cllr Lobi acknowledged R30 billion in historic UIFW remains. Deputy Executive Mayor Masuku promised to accelerate audit action plans and fast-track disciplinary cases and investigations, and said the city lodged its Auditor-General dispute before the management letter was released. The sitting opened with party whips reporting attendance instead of a full roll call, while many EFF members, including their chief whip, could not log in. The count reached 219 present; Cllr Christians asked for legal assurance on the roll call process, and the Speaker ruled it above board. The Speaker's microphone failed during announcements and IT was called, after which she adjourned the meeting.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-07-30-extra-ordinary-53.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52","date":"2026-07-22","title":"52nd Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting","meeting":"2021-extra-ordinary-52","term":"2021","duration_seconds":30169,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8","title":"Opening, moment of silence and notice of meeting","summary":"The Speaker opened with a moment of silence and formally notified the 52nd Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting for 22 July 2026 at the Connie Bapela Council Chamber. She welcomed the Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor, Chief Whip, Chair of Chairs, City Manager, Secretary to Council and others.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:02:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=132s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c132","title":"Quorum counting and seating dispute","summary":"The Speaker allowed 10 minutes to count councillors against the register. The first count found 85 in the chamber and 96 signed, but others had entered after it, so a recount of up to 20 more minutes was ordered while councillors were repeatedly told to be seated. The register showed 158 and 139 were inside, about 19 were outside, and the Speaker declared a quorum.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:46:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=2785s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c2785","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"The Speaker read out written apologies, and party representatives then announced late arrivals, early departures and absences for the ANC, IFP, PA, VF Plus, ActionSA, ACDP and others. The Speaker noted that written apologies are due 24 hours before a meeting and asked for the long lists to be sent to her office. Council agreed to the leave of absence.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Makhuba (IFP); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Mpolobosho; Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla; de-lange-franco-carel; mpolobosho-moloko-michael; "},{"index":3,"start":"00:52:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=3161s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c3161","title":"Recommendations to council and request to elevate items 39-41","summary":"The Executive Mayor and the Chair of Chairs tabled their recommendations and the legislature report. The Deputy Executive Mayor asked that items 39, 40 and 41 be elevated and that the meeting go in-committee. The Speaker agreed to elevate the items first.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; marema-vhonani-adolphus; ; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":4,"start":"00:55:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=3340s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c3340","title":"Elevated items 39-41 introduced and council goes in-committee","summary":"The Speaker introduced item 39 (referral of 13 alleged acts of financial misconduct to the disciplinary board) and items 40 and 41 (disciplinary board reports on preliminary and full investigations). The Deputy Executive Mayor formally requested that the meeting go in-committee. The Speaker ordered screens, cameras and the livestream switched off and the gallery cleared for privacy.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "},{"index":5,"start":"02:15:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8136s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8136","title":"Reading of disciplinary board recommendations 4.2 to 4.6 into the record","summary":"After the in-committee session, a councillor asked whether the process was in line, and the Speaker was advised the recommendations had to be read as they stand. An unnamed presenter read recommendations 4.2 to 4.6, covering the unutilised MTN SIM cards, the Protea Glen fire station, SARS penalties, unutilised SAP licences and the security services panel tender. The Speaker said all recommendations for items 39, 40 and 41 were now on record.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":6,"start":"02:19:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8384s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8384","title":"Items 1, 2 and 3: Development Planning and JDA Q3 performance and oversight reports","summary":"Council returned to the agenda with items 1, 2 and 3, read together. They are the Development Planning Department and Johannesburg Development Agency Q3 2025/26 performance assessment reports and the Section 79 committee oversight report. The Speaker asked a committee member to present because the member in charge, Chair Kaldine, was absent.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":7,"start":"02:20:56","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8456s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8456","title":"Tabling of the Development Planning Section 79 committee oversight report","summary":"Cllr Ramafikeng tabled the report, saying the department achieved 76% of its 17 applicable KPIs in quarter three. She cited exhausted project budgets, suspended Section 56 fines, high vacancies and CAPEX of R46.5 million of R79.7 million. For the JDA she reported 84% of 19 KPIs achieved, and cash flow, funding model and budget constraints. Cllr Schay queried whether she was tabling or making a speech, and the Speaker said the member in charge has four minutes for tabling.","speakers":"Cllr Ramafikeng (ANC); Cllr Schay (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"ramafikeng-dimakatso-jeannette; schay-daniel; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":8,"start":"02:25:55","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8755s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8755","title":"ActionSA debate on JDA funding and cash flow","summary":"Cllr Sehoai of ActionSA said the JDA must be prioritised in budget allocation and capacity. She said its cash flow problems harm SMMEs and workers through late invoice payments and stalled projects. She said ActionSA notes the reports and appealed for a review of the entity's financial and business model.","speakers":"Cllr Sehoai (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"sehoai-ramatamo-joseph"},{"index":9,"start":"02:28:37","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=8917s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c8917","title":"DA debate on silo governance and JDA interest costs","summary":"Cllr Schay of the DA argued that the city works in silos, citing Section 41 of the Constitution on cooperation between organs of state. He pointed to R96.7 million in JDA interest expense (1,446% over budget), stalled projects, the broken Section 56 fines system, the building plan archive and developer delays. He said the DA notes the reports with serious concern and wants the problems resolved, not merely noted. During his speech the Speaker repeatedly called on Cllr Raphadu.","speakers":"Cllr Schay (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"schay-daniel; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":10,"start":"02:36:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=9396s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c9396","title":"EFF debate begins","summary":"The Speaker called Cllr Mosehla of the EFF. Another EFF councillor stood in for the absent Mosehla and began with greetings and acknowledgement of the EFF leadership. The recording of this part ends during these opening remarks.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (EFF)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":11,"start":"02:38:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=9481s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c9481","title":"EFF on items 1-3 and 26 July anniversary","summary":"An EFF speaker marks the party's 13th anniversary on 26 July and invites people to the celebration in Thohoyandou, Limpopo. The EFF notes items one, two and three.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (EFF)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":12,"start":"02:39:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=9584s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c9584","title":"ANC on Development Planning and JDA reports (items 1-3)","summary":"Cllr Tefu welcomes the Vrededorp swimming pool and the spatial data platform. He raises concern that the department achieved 13 of 17 KPIs, only 4 of 9 gatekeeping KPIs (44.4%), and spent R19.1m of a R27m grant target. He credits JDA's consistent performance above 80% and urges residents to vote ANC.","speakers":"Cllr Tefu (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"tefu-phineas-velaphi; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":13,"start":"02:45:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=9954s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c9954","title":"MMC Mgcina responds; items 1-3 agreed","summary":"MMC Mgcina accepts the criticism and acknowledges the problem of unpaid service providers. She agrees JDA's budget should be prioritised but disagrees with praise for former Mayor Mashaba. The Acting Chairperson asks council to note and approve the reports, and the recommendations are agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mgcina (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mgcina-sibongile-eunice; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":14,"start":"02:49:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=10182s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c10182","title":"Items 4-8 read in and tabled (Economic Development cluster)","summary":"The Secretary to Council reads items 4 to 8 together: the Q3 reports for Economic Development, Joburg Tourism Company, JPC and Joburg Market, plus the Section 79 oversight report. Cllr Mhlongo, as member in charge, tables them for council to consider and approve.","speakers":"Cllr Mhlongo (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mhlongo-temba-aubrey"},{"index":15,"start":"02:52:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=10372s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c10372","title":"FF+ on Economic Development cluster","summary":"Cllr de Lange criticises the habit of spending most capex and opex in the fourth quarter. He cites JPC irregular expenditure of R320m and Economic Development capex at 37.4% of R228m, with 0% capex in the quarter. He says the only bright spot is Joburg Market.","speakers":"Cllr De Lange (FF+)","councillor_ids":"de-lange-franco-carel"},{"index":16,"start":"02:56:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=10570s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c10570","title":"ACDP and PA on Economic Development cluster","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza praises Joburg Market for paying suppliers within 30 days and training 480 emerging farmers. He is concerned that Economic Development has 0% capex. Cllr Wilskut says the PA notes the report and calls for South Africans to be put first.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Wilskut (PA)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; wilskut-deborah"},{"index":17,"start":"03:01:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=10868s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c10868","title":"ActionSA, EFF and ANC on Economic Development cluster","summary":"Cllr Mohlala, speaking for Cllr Moatshe, defends Mashaba's tenure and welcomes the Joburg Market's progress. He criticises the department's 67% performance and zero capex, and asks how market stalls are allocated. The EFF notes the report. Cllr Bolani supports noting items 4-7, praising Tourism Company and Joburg Market while pointing to SMME support and capex gaps.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Dladla (EFF); Cllr Bolani (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; dladla-dumisani; bolani-mthuthuzeli-goodman"},{"index":18,"start":"03:14:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=11651s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c11651","title":"MMC Mnisi responds; items 4-8 agreed","summary":"MMC Mnisi thanks councillors and acknowledges achievements and shortfalls. He tells Cllr Mohlala to use the proper process for questions. Cllr Mhlongo congratulates Joburg Market on consecutive clean audits and asks council to approve. The recommendations are agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mnisi; Cllr Mhlongo (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; mhlongo-temba-aubrey"},{"index":19,"start":"03:17:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=11842s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c11842","title":"Procedural error in dates for items 9-13","summary":"The Secretary starts reading items 9-13 as covering October to December 2025. Cllr Boer points out they are the third-quarter (January to March) reports. The Speaker confirms with committee chair Ngoepe and legal advice that the speaker's list had wrong dates, and the Secretary re-reads the items with the correct period.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Ngoepe (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; ngoepe-charmaine-s-bongile; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":20,"start":"03:24:30","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=12270s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c12270","title":"Items 9-13 tabled (Environment, Infrastructure and Services)","summary":"The corrected reports are on record. Cllr Ngoepe tables items 9 to 13 for council to note.","speakers":"Cllr Ngoepe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"ngoepe-charmaine-s-bongile"},{"index":21,"start":"03:25:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=12317s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c12317","title":"DA, FF+ and UDM on EISD cluster","summary":"Cllr D. Steenkamp (DA) says outages take an average of about six days to resolve and asks that committee recommendations be tracked. Cllr Boer raises Pikitup's vacancy rate and City Power capex of 45%. Cllr Zigebe welcomes improved scores, but flags Joburg Water's pipe-burst repairs at 42% and Pikitup's decline, and supports the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Steenkamp (DA); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"; boer-cornelis; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":22,"start":"03:34:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=12892s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c12892","title":"ACDP and PA on EISD cluster","summary":"The ACDP notes the report because Cllr Harris is absent. Cllr I. Steenkamp of the PA asks why residents struggle despite reported successes and notes the report with concern.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ACDP); Cllr Steenkamp (PA)","councillor_ids":"; "},{"index":23,"start":"03:37:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=13067s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c13067","title":"ActionSA's Munyayi and dispute over remarks about a PA minister","summary":"Cllr Munyayi criticises the PA for speaking against its own government and says a PA minister looted R31 million. Cllr Simonse raises a point of order demanding the remark be withdrawn. The Speaker says she did not see Simonse's hand and will return to the matter later, amid shouting from the floor.","speakers":"Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Simonse (PA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"munyayi-vhengani-essau; simonse-lois-cathleen; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":24,"start":"03:43:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=13412s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c13412","title":"DA on Joburg Water performance","summary":"Cllr Bittkau calls the Joburg Water report a litany of failures. He cites pipe bursts repaired within 48 hours at 42% against a 90% target, 49.9% non-revenue water and capex of 34%. He blames cash-flow restrictions and executive mismanagement, and says 85.1% of invoices were paid late.","speakers":"Cllr Bittkau (DA)","councillor_ids":"bittkau-ralf"},{"index":25,"start":"03:48:31","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=13711s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c13711","title":"ANC and MMC Sekwaila respond on EISD reports","summary":"Cllr Mathe notes the report. MMC Sekwaila says Pikitup's so-called casual workers are employees of contractors, and that an operation against illegal connections in Alexandra is planned with SAPS and Home Affairs. He acknowledges the slow pace of pipe replacement and the effect of unpaid contractors on outages.","speakers":"Cllr Mathe (ANC); Cllr Sekwaila (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; sekwaila-boyboi-jack"},{"index":26,"start":"03:56:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=14180s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c14180","title":"Member in charge closes items 9-13; recommendations agreed","summary":"Cllr Ngoepe responds to Cllr Munyayi, saying the entities face aging infrastructure and illegal encroachment, and asks council to note and approve. The Speaker reads out the recommendation pages and moves to the next item without objection.","speakers":"Cllr Ngoepe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"ngoepe-charmaine-s-bongile"},{"index":27,"start":"03:58:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=14298s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c14298","title":"Items 14-16 read in and tabled (Group Finance and GICT)","summary":"The Secretary reads items 14 to 16: the Q3 reports for Group Finance and Group ICT and the Section 79 Finance oversight report. Cllr Cook has left to be sworn in as a councillor in Cape Town, so the Speaker asks another finance committee member to present. An unnamed councillor tables the items.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":""},{"index":28,"start":"03:59:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=14397s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c14397","title":"ActionSA, DA and FF+ on Group Finance report","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni says the city's cash coverage is five days and that revenue collection and supplier payments are weak. Cllr Santana cites collection of 84.4% of billed revenue, consumer debtors of R73.7bn and capex spend of 40.6%. Cllr Boer says the report shows systemic problems and links the debt to illegal water use.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; santana-christopher-glen; boer-cornelis"},{"index":29,"start":"04:11:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=15066s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c15066","title":"ACDP, PA and DA on Group Finance and GICT","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza asks about internal debtors and about payments to service providers for laptops, a billing project and office leases. The PA notes the report. Cllr Suddaby criticises GICT's results, the stalled MSCOA project and the document retention gap, and the DA notes the report.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Unidentified councillor (PA); Cllr Suddaby (DA)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; ; suddaby-julie"},{"index":30,"start":"04:18:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=15519s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c15519","title":"ANC and Deputy Mayor respond on items 14-16; agreed","summary":"Cllr Radebe highlights property rates revenue above budget and growth in e-billing users, and acknowledges 83% collection and five-day cash coverage. Deputy Executive Mayor Masuku calls the picture balanced, rejects ActionSA's \"jikijiki\" loan claim and says specifics on service providers need a written question. Recommendations are agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Radebe (ANC); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"; "},{"index":31,"start":"04:29:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=16173s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c16173","title":"Lunch adjournment and quorum check on return","summary":"The Speaker adjourns for lunch at about 2:30, with return set for 3:15. On resumption many seats are empty, and the Speaker asks caucuses to find members and begins counting to confirm a quorum. She notes absences, leave of absence for Cllr Da Rocha, and that fines of R500 applied last month.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":32,"start":"05:31:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=19868s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c19868","title":"Quorum count and late arrivals","summary":"The Speaker counted councillors walking in, reaching 141, and pressed members to return on time. Cllr Makhuba said the whole IFP caucus would leave at 15:30. The Speaker asked them to stay because the MMCs' items had to be completed.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Makhuba (IFP)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla"},{"index":33,"start":"05:35:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=20100s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c20100","title":"Items 17-19: Health and Social Development tabled","summary":"The Secretary read items 17, 18 and 19 together: the Health and Social Development Q3 performance reports and the Section 79 oversight report. A councillor from the Health committee tabled them because Cllr Mogapi was absent.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":""},{"index":34,"start":"05:36:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=20198s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c20198","title":"Items 17-19: party inputs on Health and Social Development","summary":"The UDM and PA noted the reports. The ACDP welcomed 80% performance but raised concern over TB outcomes, deaths in Region D and capital spending. ActionSA described the departments as near collapse and cited unpaid suppliers and halted projects. The DA attacked 30 years of ANC governance, and the ANC noted the report.","speakers":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Cherry (PA); Cllr Moshapo (ActionSA); Cllr Beverley Jacobs (DA); Cllr Mothopi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"zigebe-yongama-ludwe; mkhonza-norman-fana; cherry-joslyn; moshapo-lettie-cylia; jacobs-beverley; mothopi-olga-zandile"},{"index":35,"start":"05:46:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=20765s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c20765","title":"Items 17-19: MMC response and agreement","summary":"MMC Makhafola responded on TB follow-up, clinic water and electricity backup, and the e-health pilot. She challenged ActionSA's claims of clinic collapse. The acting chair asked council to note the reports and the recommendations were agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Makhafola (EFF)","councillor_ids":"makhafola-ennie"},{"index":36,"start":"05:51:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=21071s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c21071","title":"Items 20-22: Human Settlements and JOSHCO tabled","summary":"The Secretary read items 20, 21 and 22, the Human Settlements and JOSHCO Q3 reports with the Section 79 oversight report. Cllr Maluleka tabled them in place of Cllr Mpolobosho, who had left.","speakers":"Cllr Maluleka (ANC)","councillor_ids":"maluleka-thompson"},{"index":37,"start":"05:53:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=21183s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c21183","title":"Items 20-22: party debate on housing and JOSHCO","summary":"The UDM noted the report. The ACDP, PA, ActionSA and DA criticised the housing backlog, the Maxwell Court building, council rental unit maintenance and 40% department performance. The DA detailed JOSHCO's R391.5 million deficit and low collections. An ANC councillor noted the report and called for a permanent executive director.","speakers":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Smouse (PA); Cllr Matabane (ActionSA); Cllr Rambani (DA); Cllr Nkubungu (ANC)","councillor_ids":"zigebe-yongama-ludwe; harris-ronald-winston; smouse-beverley-marilyne; matabane-omphemetse; rambani-nyelisani-strike; nkubungu-luyolo"},{"index":38,"start":"06:15:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=22527s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c22527","title":"Items 20-22: MMC Mabaso responds","summary":"MMC Mabaso said title deeds follow township establishment and are not selective. He said Maxwell Court residents had refused relocation but would now move in September. He said the council rental unit programme is under national moratorium, transferred flats are privately owned, and budget cuts and unpaid contractors have hurt performance. The recommendations were then agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":39,"start":"06:21:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=22900s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c22900","title":"Items 23-24: Office of the City Manager performance","summary":"Items 23 and 24 on the Office of the City Manager and governance units were tabled. The ACDP raised concern over low-performing units and the Executive Mayor's informal reporting on the Bomb Squad. ActionSA, PA, DA and EFF commented on illegal dumping, JMPD recruitment, falling complaint resolution, legal costs and the postponed lekgotla. The ANC noted the report.","speakers":"Cllr Magwentshu (ATM); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Aphane (ActionSA); Cllr Cherry (PA); Cllr Marais (DA); Cllr Mbambala (EFF); Cllr Mokwena (ANC)","councillor_ids":"magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil; mkhonza-norman-fana; aphane-jacob-dinkwanyana; cherry-joslyn; ; mbambala-thandiwe-jacquline; mokwena-thomas-makapane"},{"index":40,"start":"06:41:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=24089s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c24089","title":"Point of clarity on 'drummajorettes' remark","summary":"Cllr Echeozonjoku asked for clarity on a reference in Cllr Mokwena's speech to drummajorettes. The Speaker explained the remark and told Mokwena to continue, avoiding drama.","speakers":"Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":41,"start":"06:43:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=24200s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c24200","title":"Items 23-24: Executive Mayor responds","summary":"Executive Mayor Morero responded on JMPD officer training, saying a 12-month programme was needed after the earlier four-month course. He said the unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure reduction strategy had been accepted by National Treasury. He said the disciplinary board and MPAC were showing results. The items were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Magwentshu (ATM)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil"},{"index":42,"start":"06:47:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=24461s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c24461","title":"Quorum check and bell","summary":"A point of order questioned whether quorum had been lost after IFP, DA and ActionSA members left. The Speaker had the bell rung and councillors counted. Quorum was confirmed at 138 and the meeting carried on.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia"},{"index":43,"start":"06:55:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=24929s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c24929","title":"Items 25-26: Public Safety performance","summary":"The Public Safety Q3 report and oversight report were tabled. The PA noted the report. FF+ criticised the lack of speed prosecution and a R58 million overspend. The ACDP raised illegal mining near FNB Stadium pipelines. ActionSA called the 88% KPI result far-fetched. The DA raised the Afrirent vehicle grounding and the lapsed speed-camera contract. The ANC praised the Executive Mayor's inner-city law enforcement and accepted the report.","speakers":"Cllr Moeti (ANC); Cllr May (PA); Cllr Pelzer (FF+); Cllr Rohlssen (ACDP); Cllr Moatshe (ActionSA); Cllr Maila (DA); Cllr Mokoena (EFF); Cllr Nair (ANC); Cllr Makhafola (EFF)","councillor_ids":"moeti-olivia-teboho; ; pelzer-regardt; rohlssen-christian-karl; moatshe-kabelo; maila-solomon-masehlele; ; nair-rickey-kashore; makhafola-ennie"},{"index":44,"start":"07:17:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=26221s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c26221","title":"Items 27-33: Transport, JRA, Metrobus and MTC","summary":"The Secretary read items 27 to 33 on Transport, JRA, Metrobus, MTC and the related oversight reports. The ACDP, DA, FF+, ActionSA and the DA's MTC speaker raised unpaid contractors, potholes, faulty traffic signals, MFMA breaches and the MMC's absence. The EFF welcomed Metrobus's fatality-free kilometres, and the ANC and MMC Mgcina noted the reports. Items 32 and 33 were agreed after the main set.","speakers":"Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Rohlssen (ACDP); Cllr Benjamin (DA); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Ntlemeza (ActionSA); Cllr Pietersen (DA); Cllr Komane (EFF); Cllr Maake (ANC); Cllr Mgcina (ANC)","councillor_ids":"ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; rohlssen-christian-karl; benjamin-rene-fiona; boer-cornelis; ntlemeza-bulelani; ; komane-sekgothe-aaron; maake-matome-julius; mgcina-sibongile-eunice"},{"index":45,"start":"07:40:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=27650s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c27650","title":"Items 34-37: Legislature and Ombudsman","summary":"Items 34 to 37 covered the Legislature and Office of the Ombudsman Q3 reports and the OCOL oversight reports. Cllr Baloyi tabled the oversight reports. The ACDP welcomed 71% performance. ActionSA criticised a three-year Ombudsman delay on a stormwater cover complaint. The DA cited 27% public participation and weak spending. The EFF and ANC noted the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Baloyi (EFF); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Sehoai (ActionSA); Cllr Avant-Smith (DA); Cllr Moeti (ANC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"baloyi-dzunisani-lawrence; mkhonza-norman-fana; sehoai-ramatamo-joseph; avant-smith-chris; moeti-olivia-teboho; "},{"index":46,"start":"08:02:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=28923s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c28923","title":"Item 38: Petitions Standing Committee Q3 report","summary":"Cllr Mabuke tabled the Petitions Standing Committee report for noting. ActionSA said the system was failing petitioners and demanded timelines. The EFF noted the report. The DA's speaker criticised the committee, a petition backlog and threats against her. Cllr Nyembe replied for the ANC, which led to a dispute over 'slay queens'.","speakers":"Cllr Mabuke (ANC); Cllr Rakosa (ActionSA); Cllr Molefe (EFF); Cllr Mphefo (DA); Cllr Nyembe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mabuke-thambulo-abraham; rakosa-petunia; ; mphefo-lerato-magdeline-philiya; "},{"index":47,"start":"08:17:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=29836s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c29836","title":"Slay queens point of order and withdrawal","summary":"Cllr Maila raised a point of order saying he was a man and wanted a list of 'slay queens'. The Speaker ruled it not a point of order and unparliamentary. At the DA's request, the Speaker asked the ANC speaker to withdraw the term, which she did unconditionally.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Nyembe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; "},{"index":48,"start":"08:19:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=29980s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c29980","title":"Item 38: MMC and chair close; item noted","summary":"MMC Mgcina responded briefly, as the Executive Mayor had left for a meeting. Cllr Mabuke thanked committee members and officials and asked council to note the report. The report was noted.","speakers":"Cllr Mgcina (ANC); Cllr Mabuke (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mgcina-sibongile-eunice; mabuke-thambulo-abraham"},{"index":49,"start":"08:21:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVXStccAcRc&t=30081s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/#c30081","title":"Announcements and adjournment","summary":"The Speaker said there were no announcements and that council would next meet the following month. She appealed to councillors and whips to attend online committee meetings so they are not postponed. She then adjourned the meeting.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":10,"decisions":22,"summary":"The 52nd Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting dealt mainly with third-quarter 2025/26 performance and oversight reports, plus elevated items 39 to 41 on disciplinary board matters, including referral of 13 alleged acts of financial misconduct. At the Deputy Executive Mayor's request, council went in-committee for items 39 to 41 with cameras and livestream switched off; recommendations 4.2 to 4.6 were later read into the record. Council then agreed or noted the reports in items 1 to 38 by voice or without objection, with no counts announced. Cllr Simonse raised a point of order demanding withdrawal of Cllr Munyayi's remark that a PA minister looted R31 million; the Speaker said it would be dealt with later. Later, at the Speaker's request, an ANC councillor unconditionally withdrew the term 'slay queens' after a dispute during the Petitions Standing Committee debate. MMC Sekwaila said an operation against illegal electricity connections in Alexandra was planned with SAPS and Home Affairs, and MMC Mabaso said Maxwell Court residents would move to Fleurhof in September. MMC Makhafola promised to roll out the electronic patient health record system to 14 more clinics in the coming few months.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-07-22-extra-ordinary-52.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2","date":"2026-06-25","title":"38th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 2","meeting":"2021-ordinary-38","term":"2021","duration_seconds":32224,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:02:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=155s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c155","title":"Opening and notice of meeting","summary":"The Speaker opened the continuation of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting with a moment of silence. She gave notice that the meeting was being held at the Council Chamber in Braamfontein. She acknowledged office-bearers, the City Manager and the Secretary to Council, and noted the Executive Mayor was absent.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:07:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=424s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c424","title":"Urgent debate request and quorum count","summary":"The Speaker said a request for an urgent public importance debate from Cllr Magwentshu did not comply with Rule 98(1). Two attendance counts of councillors in the chamber were held against the register, with a 10-minute and then a 20-minute break. After the second count the Speaker confirmed a quorum.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:48:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=2913s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c2913","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"Apologies, late arrivals and early departures were read out for the various caucuses, including the ANC, EFF, ActionSA, DA, IFP, PA and others. The Speaker asked whether the apologies were noted and the chamber said yes.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mokome (COPE); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Simonse (PA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; mokome-john-motlhware; munyayi-vhengani-essau; masera-hilton; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; simonse-lois-cathleen"},{"index":3,"start":"00:56:37","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=3397s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c3397","title":"Recommendations to Council tabled","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor tabled the Executive's recommendations to Council. The Chair of Chairs tabled the Legislature's report.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":4,"start":"00:57:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=3462s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c3462","title":"Items elevated for debate and DA caucus break","summary":"The Executive asked to elevate items 63, 65, 84, 90 and 91, and the Chair of Chairs asked to elevate Legislature items 86, 87, 88 and the motion. The Acting Mayor later added the Section 71 reports, items 79, 80 and 81. The DA asked for a 15-minute caucus break, which the Speaker granted, and the DA reported back to proceed.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Avant-Smith (DA)","councillor_ids":"; marema-vhonani-adolphus; avant-smith-chris"},{"index":5,"start":"01:16:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=4607s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c4607","title":"Item 63: Municipal Planning By-law review public participation","summary":"Council considered a request to start public participation on a minor review of the Municipal Planning By-law. The DA argued the timeline runs past the last Council meeting in August and would waste public money. ActionSA noted the report, the EFF agreed, and the ANC presented the objectives. The Acting Mayor said public participation would only start after 4 November.","speakers":"Cllr Schay (DA); Cllr Sehoai (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor (EFF); Cllr Ramafikeng (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"schay-daniel; sehoai-ramatamo-joseph; ; ramafikeng-dimakatso-jeannette; "},{"index":6,"start":"01:32:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=5549s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c5549","title":"Item 63 vote and DA objection","summary":"The Speaker ruled that the yeses had it on item 63. Cllr Christians asked under Rule 84 that the DA's opposition be recorded.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":7,"start":"01:32:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=5572s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c5572","title":"Item 65: Feasibility study on public transport facility management models","summary":"Council considered approval of a feasibility study on management models for granting user rights at public transport facilities. The DA, ActionSA, EFF and ANC supported it, with the DA and EFF raising caveats on later reporting, user fees and operator support. MMC Kunene described the background of taxi industry discussions and the taxi ranks he had visited.","speakers":"Cllr Kreusch (DA); Cllr Thema; Cllr Leshilo (EFF); Unidentified councillor (ANC); Cllr Kunene (PA)","councillor_ids":"kreusch-sean; thema-timothy; leshilo-ramatsobane-sylvia; ; kunene-kenny"},{"index":8,"start":"01:51:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=6674s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c6674","title":"Item 65 vote","summary":"The Speaker asked whether item 65 was agreed to and the chamber agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":9,"start":"01:51:19","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=6679s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c6679","title":"Items 79, 80 and 81 combined: Section 71 in-year reports","summary":"The Section 71 in-year financial reports for January, February and March 2026 were introduced. At the DA's request, the three items were combined for debate.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":10,"start":"01:53:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=6834s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c6834","title":"ACDP on Section 71 reports","summary":"Cllr Mkhonza raised low collection rates of around 84% and weak conditional grant performance, with the Public Transport Network Grant at 41% and then 32%. He also noted low capital expenditure and nil spending in several departments, and negative cash movements in January and February. The ACDP noted the reports and asked the Executive how it would ensure grants are fully spent.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana"},{"index":11,"start":"02:03:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=7394s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c7394","title":"ActionSA speech and order dispute","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni described the city's finances as collapsed and made remarks aimed at opposition members. Cllr Raphadu complained that the speaker was engaging members rather than the report. The Speaker asked him to stick to the item and Cllr Christians raised Rule 82. Cllr Nkonyeni continued and urged people to vote for ActionSA, and the chamber became disorderly.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Raphadu (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi; raphadu-albert-tefo; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":12,"start":"02:11:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u_bb_z-xh4&t=7896s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c7896","title":"DA on Section 71 reports","summary":"Cllr Santana said the city was running an operating deficit of about R418 million against a budgeted surplus, and capital spending was only 30% of the R8.7 billion budget. He cited falling cash balances and a heavy debtors book, then proposed remedies including expenditure discipline, faster capital delivery and targeted credit control.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":13,"start":"02:16:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=20s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c8201","title":"FF+ on Section 71 reports","summary":"Cllr Boer said errors in the March report, such as cash collection attributed to the wrong month and a collection rate drop from 96% to 81%, made the figures unreliable. He said this undermines the turnaround framework. He noted the sinking fund of R1.6 billion and the repayment of the R3 billion short-term facility as positives.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":14,"start":"02:19:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=203s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c8384","title":"ANC on Section 71 reports","summary":"Cllr Modupi said the reports show a recovery by March but with ongoing concerns on expenditure pressure, uneven capital spending and the sharp swing between February and March. He said Council should interrogate and reconcile the reports. The ANC welcomed and noted the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Modupi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"modupi-david-nthako"},{"index":15,"start":"02:28:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=717s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c8898","title":"Executive response and noting of items 79-81","summary":"The Acting Mayor responded that the March improvement came from released grants, including withheld USDG funds, and that the April dip reflected 11 public holidays. She pointed to the turnaround plan and debt relief programme approved the previous day. The Speaker said items 79, 80 and 81 were for noting and they were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":16,"start":"02:34:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=1072s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c9253","title":"Item 84: Biogas pilot project budget shortfall transfer to DBSA","summary":"Council considered authorising a R50 million transfer to the DBSA to complete the biogas pilot project that began in 2014-2016. The ACDP, FF+ and EFF criticised the delays, with the ACDP and EFF supporting the item. ActionSA approved the report. The DA opposed it and asked for a referral to MPAC. The Acting Mayor said deferral risked losing the grant and set out completion and reporting commitments.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Hlengiwe Masuku (ActionSA); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; boer-cornelis; masuku-hlengiwe-petronela; santana-christopher-glen; mkasi-gift; "},{"index":17,"start":"02:49:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=2007s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c10188","title":"Item 84 vote and roll call demand","summary":"The Speaker put item 84 to the chamber and, after a mixed response, ruled that the yeses had it. Cllr Christians invoked Rule 86 and demanded a roll call vote because of the amount involved.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":18,"start":"02:53:34","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=2233s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c10414","title":"Vote on preceding item and DA queries","summary":"The Speaker called a show of hands on an item identified in part 1. The count was 109 for, 57 against and 4 abstentions, and the item was declared carried. Cllr Santana asked whether it was a financial item needing a larger majority, and the Speaker answered no. Cllr Christians recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84 and reserved its rights on whether it was a financial matter.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Kunene (PA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen; christians-alex; kunene-kenny"},{"index":19,"start":"03:02:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=2780s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c10961","title":"Item 86: Changes in membership of Section 79 committees","summary":"The item on changes in membership of various Section 79 committees had no speakers. The Speaker asked whether it was agreed and the house agreed.","speakers":"","councillor_ids":""},{"index":20,"start":"03:03:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=2811s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c10992","title":"Item 87: Review of the policy on ward committees","summary":"Cllr Nkubungu tabled the Rules Committee report on the review of the ward committee policy. The DA said it only treated symptoms, and ActionSA asked that tools of trade for ward committee members be reflected. Cllr Nkubungu said ward committees need accredited training, digital tools, KPIs and monitoring. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Sehoai (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"nkubungu-luyolo; christians-alex; sehoai-ramatamo-joseph"},{"index":21,"start":"03:16:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=3583s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c11764","title":"Item 88: Revised Alderman Policy debate","summary":"Cllr Nkubungu tabled the Revised Alderman Policy report as long overdue. ActionSA and the UDM supported it. The DA said the policy was already in place, that the review was only about interpretation, and said it would nominate the late Cllr Martin Williams for Honorary Aldermanship. Cllr Christians twice accused Cllr Zigebe of misleading the house.","speakers":"Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr Van Wyk (ActionSA); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"nkubungu-luyolo; van-wyk-willem-meshark; christians-alex; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":22,"start":"03:27:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=4277s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c12458","title":"Item 88: Proposed amendment, Rules Committee caucus and adoption","summary":"Acting member in charge Cllr Nkubungu closed the debate and proposed amending clause 5.3 to include the Deputy Executive Mayor. The Speaker explained the process for amendments and gave the Rules Committee time to confer. After the break, Cllr Nkubungu reported that the amendment was withdrawn and the Deputy Executive Mayor issue would be dealt with next term. The house agreed to the policy as it stood.","speakers":"Cllr Nkubungu (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"nkubungu-luyolo; marema-vhonani-adolphus; christians-alex"},{"index":23,"start":"03:45:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=5328s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c13509","title":"Item 90: Exemption from development contributions for Thanganani Mega City (debate)","summary":"Council considered a request to exempt the Thanganani Mega City development in Diepsloot from bulk engineering services and other development contributions. ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC supported it, with the EFF calling for stronger oversight and progress reporting. ActionSA urged that South Africans be the primary beneficiaries.","speakers":"Cllr Matabane (ActionSA); Cllr Leshilo (EFF); Cllr Khumalo (ANC)","councillor_ids":"matabane-omphemetse; leshilo-ramatsobane-sylvia; khumalo-xolani-innocent"},{"index":24,"start":"03:53:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=5838s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c14019","title":"Item 90: DA opposition and withdrawal of 'mafia' remark","summary":"Cllr Bodenstein said the DA rejected the report, citing a developer windfall and the urgency of the item. The Acting Mayor objected to the word mafia and the Speaker required an unconditional withdrawal. Cllr Bodenstein withdrew it amid heckling and continued.","speakers":"Cllr Bodenstein (DA); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"bodenstein-hendrik; "},{"index":25,"start":"03:59:59","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=6218s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c14399","title":"Item 90: MMC response and adoption","summary":"MMC Mabaso said the project is a provincial government initiative with a developer investing R250 million in infrastructure. He said the exemption is required under the development agreement so a clearance certificate can be issued and houses allocated. He said completed houses had stood vacant for over seven months. The item was carried and the DA recorded its opposition under Rule 84.","speakers":"Cllr Mabaso (IFP); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"mabaso-mlungisi-providence; christians-alex"},{"index":26,"start":"04:05:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=6555s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c14736","title":"Item 91: Public participation on 50-year lease extension, Erf 1307 Yeoville","summary":"Council considered a request to conduct public participation on a 50-year lease extension for Erf 1307 in Yeoville, for the Yeoville Police Station. ActionSA and the ANC welcomed the report. MMC Mabaso noted there was no opposition and asked council to approve. The item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Christopher Mohlala (ActionSA); Cllr Bolani (ANC); Cllr Mabaso (IFP)","councillor_ids":"mohlala-christopher; bolani-mthuthuzeli-goodman; mabaso-mlungisi-providence"},{"index":27,"start":"05:04:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=10113s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c18294","title":"Return from lunch and quorum check","summary":"The Speaker found the house late returning from lunch and asked whips to bring councillors in. Legal staff counted councillors, and the Speaker confirmed a quorum with 139 in the house plus late arrivals. She warned late councillors that R500 would be deducted from their salaries, and the meeting resumed where it left off.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Ndlela (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia"},{"index":28,"start":"05:12:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=10587s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c18768","title":"Motion: Declaration of Auckland Park as a student precinct (proposal and seconding)","summary":"Cllr Gwamanda moved under Rule 89(2) that council initiate a formal declaration of Auckland Park as a student precinct. He asked for a Development Planning feasibility study and exploration of a city improvement district. Cllr Zigebe seconded, stressing that the motion needs a feasibility study and stakeholder engagement and imposes no final outcome.","speakers":"Cllr Gwamanda (Al Jama-ah); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"gwamanda-kabelo; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":29,"start":"05:19:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=10980s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c19161","title":"Auckland Park motion: DA opposition","summary":"Ward councillor Cllr Kyle Jacobs opposed the motion for the DA. He cited inadequate infrastructure, absent by-law enforcement against illegal student housing, heritage-protected properties and lack of resident consultation. He said the DA supports legal student accommodation but not approving development before infrastructure and planning are in place.","speakers":"Cllr Jacobs (DA)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":30,"start":"05:23:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=11245s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c19426","title":"Auckland Park motion: ANC, EFF and ActionSA support","summary":"The ANC supported the motion unconditionally. The EFF supported it and proposed a combined student and health precinct. ActionSA also supported it, citing economic, safety and urban renewal benefits, after a brief exchange about its speaker list.","speakers":"Cllr Bolani (ANC); Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Cllr Mohlala (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"bolani-mthuthuzeli-goodman; mosehla-kalushi-johannes; "},{"index":31,"start":"05:34:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=11884s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c20065","title":"Auckland Park motion: proposer's reply and executive position","summary":"Cllr Gwamanda said the motion considers bulk infrastructure and asked council to treat it as a service delivery motion. The Deputy Executive Mayor said the executive supports it in principle as a feasibility study, with stakeholder consultation and a return to council for approval.","speakers":"Cllr Gwamanda (Al Jama-ah); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"gwamanda-kabelo; "},{"index":32,"start":"05:39:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=12181s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c20362","title":"Auckland Park motion: vote and recorded dissent","summary":"The Speaker put the motion to a show of hands: 104 yes, 58 no and 4 abstentions, and it was carried. Cllr Harris recorded the ACDP's dissent and Cllr Christians recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84. The Speaker questioned how that rule is used after a vote.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; christians-alex"},{"index":33,"start":"05:45:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=12566s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c20747","title":"Items 1 to 4: Quarter three performance assessment reports (Community Development cluster)","summary":"The Speaker introduced Items 1 to 4 together: performance assessment reports for Community Development, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo and City Theatres for January to March 2026, and the Section 79 committee oversight report. Member in charge Cllr Mokome began introductory remarks, congratulating Bafana Bafana. The recording for this part ends during his opening.","speakers":"Cllr Mokome (COPE)","councillor_ids":"mokome-john-motlhware"},{"index":34,"start":"05:48:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=12708s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c20889","title":"Items 1-4: Community Development reports tabled; DA on Johannesburg Art Gallery","summary":"The member in charge tabled items 1 to 4 as cited by the STC. Cllr Ayanda Mazibuko (DA) spoke on neglect at the Johannesburg Art Gallery. She said the collection audit, the SAHRA permit and the Auditor-General's sign-off were still outstanding, and she criticised defensiveness towards oversight questions.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Ayanda Mazibuko (DA)","councillor_ids":"; mazibuko-ayanda-lyrics"},{"index":35,"start":"05:52:17","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=12956s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c21137","title":"Speaking-time dispute and ACDP on swimming pools and sport","summary":"The Speaker ruled on how time was shared between the DA speakers and gave Cllr Harris three minutes. He asked how 17 of the city's 57 pools fell into disrepair and questioned the sports participation figures. He also cited funding and payment problems at JCPZ, and said the ACDP notes the reports.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":36,"start":"05:56:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=13187s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c21368","title":"ActionSA on Comdev and the T-shirt dispute; points of order","summary":"Cllr Shumba spoke on Comdev. She said ANC caucus members had bought illegally sold South African T-shirts in the chamber, and she criticised ANC councillors for wearing them. The Speaker warned her about her time and the Chair of Chairs raised a point of order. Heckling and a spat in Afrikaans followed.","speakers":"Cllr Shumba (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"shumba-keabetswe-annacletta; "},{"index":37,"start":"05:59:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=13397s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c21578","title":"DA on urban forest and green spaces (JCPZ)","summary":"Cllr Coogan called for a plan to plant indigenous trees and for sustainable maintenance of reserves and parks. She also asked for bioremediation of waterways. She asked that Environment and Infrastructure and JCPZ share their climate-proofing plans with councillors.","speakers":"Cllr Coogan (DA)","councillor_ids":"coogan-lori-cynthia"},{"index":38,"start":"06:04:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=13673s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c21854","title":"EFF on Community Development, Joburg City Theatres and JCPZ","summary":"Cllr Raholane welcomed the reported performance of Comdev, the Theatres and JCPZ. He said reported targets must translate into visible service on the ground. He raised concerns about revenue collection, late supplier payments, maintenance and audit findings, called for stronger consequence management, and said the EFF supports the recommendation.","speakers":"Cllr Raholane (EFF)","councillor_ids":"raholane-matome-william"},{"index":39,"start":"06:08:34","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=13933s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c22114","title":"ANC response, MMC Amad's reply and approval of items 1-4","summary":"Cllr Mazibuko (ANC) spoke in place of Cllr Mashinini, who was absent, and said the ANC notes the report. MMC Amad replied to the Comdev debate, and the member in charge asked council to note and approve. The Speaker put pages 1.31, 2.10, 3.26 and 4.14 and the items were agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Nompumelelo Mazibuko (ANC); Cllr Amad (Al Jama-ah); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"mazibuko-nompumelelo; amad-thapelo; "},{"index":40,"start":"06:14:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=14279s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c22460","title":"Items 5 and 6: GCSS Q3 performance report tabled; IFP, ACDP and ActionSA debate","summary":"Cllr Mothopi tabled items 5 and 6 in place of Cllr Raphadu. Cllrs Manganyi (IFP), Mkhonza (ACDP) and Aphane (ActionSA) criticised the fall in GCSS performance from 93.33% in Q1 to 65% in Q3. They cited unfilled vacancies, delayed organisational redesign, workplace safety and lack of measurable targets.","speakers":"Cllr Mothopi (ANC); Cllr Manganyi (IFP); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Aphane (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"mothopi-olga-zandile; manganyi-dalsy-bantlhoi; mkhonza-norman-fana; aphane-jacob-dinkwanyana"},{"index":41,"start":"06:24:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=14868s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c23049","title":"DA and EFF on GCSS report","summary":"Cllr Foley (DA) criticised the city's staffing numbers, poor OHS compliance, Pikitup fleet contracts, paper-based records and the Telkom contract litigation. He said staff told him a 30% reduction would not affect output, and he asked for DA representation on the Strategic Appointments Panel. A councillor spoke on behalf of the EFF's Cllr Nhlapo and said the EFF notes the report.","speakers":"Cllr Foley (DA); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"foley-david-terence; "},{"index":42,"start":"06:32:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=15343s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c23524","title":"ANC Cllr Mzolo's speech and points of order on insults","summary":"Cllr Mzolo (ANC) used terms such as \"Demonic Alliance\" and \"delusional 44\" and later called the DA mayoral candidate an \"old hag\". Cllrs Mposula, Avant-Smith, Belinda, Nkonyeni and Sifumba raised points of order under Rule 72. He withdrew \"Demonic Alliance\" and then \"hag\" unconditionally. The Speaker told him not to use councillors' first names and warned him against offensive words. He blamed the DA for the state of the administration and attributed the decline from 93.33% to 65% to four failure areas.","speakers":"Cllr Mzolo (ANC); Cllr Mposula (ActionSA); Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Sifumba (DA); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA)","councillor_ids":"mzolo-nduduzo; mposula-tshepo; avant-smith-chris; nkonyeni-steven-paledi; sifumba-nonhlanhla; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia"},{"index":43,"start":"06:50:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=16425s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c24606","title":"MMC Masuku replies on GCSS; items 5 and 6 agreed","summary":"MMC Masuku said GCSS performance fell because key organisational and HR indicators were not achieved, and that corrective measures are needed. He said councillors may not sit on the administrative Strategic Appointments Panel and rejected the DA's suggestion. The acting member in charge asked council to note and approve, and pages 5.6 and 6.8 were agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"; "},{"index":44,"start":"06:53:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=16649s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c24830","title":"Whippery break to cluster items and agreement on elevated items","summary":"ActionSA asked for a five-minute whippery break to cluster or note the remaining items, and the Speaker read the rule requiring speaker lists 24 hours ahead. After the break the whips agreed that items 64, 67, 76, 77 and 78 be elevated. Only the DA, ActionSA (one speaker for items 33-39) and the FF+ (items 10, 15 and 31) kept speakers on the quarterlies. The EFF, ACDP, ANC, PA, MGP and IFP withdrew their speakers.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Magwentshu (ATM); Cllr Makhuba (IFP); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; munyayi-vhengani-essau; avant-smith-chris; de-lange-franco-carel; mosehla-kalushi-johannes; harris-ronald-winston; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil; makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla; ; "},{"index":45,"start":"07:27:34","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=18673s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c26854","title":"Item 64: amendment of Lenasia Erf 7327 lease (MFMA s116(3))","summary":"Cllr Dewes (DA) said the lease was signed in 1997 and JPC had failed to enforce its conditions for 29 years. She said the DA could not support the item because its request to refer it to National Treasury was ignored. Cllr De Lange (FF+) said the developer should not get another 20 years and the land should go to public participation and open bids. On a voice vote the Speaker declared the yeses had it, and the DA and FF+ recorded dissent.","speakers":"Cllr Dewes (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Niemand (DA)","councillor_ids":"dewes-david-stanley; de-lange-franco-carel; "},{"index":46,"start":"07:39:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=19403s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c27584","title":"Item 67: renaming De Beer Street to Mthokozisi Ntumba Street, and division","summary":"Cllr Boer (FF+) and Cllr Nkwanyana (DA) opposed the renaming, citing neutral public comments favouring spending on service delivery. The Deputy Executive Mayor said the consultation showed substantial support and the cost would be R40,000. After a voice vote the EFF called for a division. The result was 92 yes, 49 no and no abstentions, and the item was declared carried. The DA recorded opposition under Rule 84, and the FF+ argued it was a financial item needing 136 votes.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Nkwanyana (DA); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Cllr Niemand (DA)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; nkwanyana-philangezwi-bongani; ; mosehla-kalushi-johannes; "},{"index":47,"start":"07:58:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=20531s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c28712","title":"Item 76: Group Strategic SCM Operational Status Report (Q3)","summary":"Cllr Pietersen (DA) criticised the missing analysis behind the jump in direct purchases, the R26.2 million of stock marked for deletion and the blank CIDB annexure. He also raised the empty JITI hub and an expiring transport contract. Cllr Edward (ActionSA) called for consequence management over the stock, the 19 contracts due to expire and the use of deviations. MMC Masuku noted the comments and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Pietersen (DA); Cllr Edward (ActionSA); Cllr Maswazi (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; edward-nompumelelo; maswazi-rufas; "},{"index":48,"start":"08:14:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=21499s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c29680","title":"Item 77: SCM Deviation and Ratification Report (Q3)","summary":"Cllr Pietersen (DA) noted compliance with Regulation 36(2) but criticised reliance on deviations. He cited the R60 million Telkom, R200 million Microsoft and R4 billion loan deviations and Health Department after-the-fact ratifications, and listed DA recommendations. The Acting Executive Mayor said the deviations were justifiable but that reliance on them must be reduced. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Pietersen (DA); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; "},{"index":49,"start":"08:25:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=22158s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c30339","title":"Item 78: SCM Acquisition Status Report and LK Centrix contract","summary":"Cllr Pietersen (DA) said the report showed some bid evaluation inconsistencies and transparency gaps. He questioned why LK Centrix received a R1 million a month market-intelligence contract, worth about R37 million in total, despite doubts about its capacity. The Acting Executive Mayor said all bids were adjudicated in line with procurement law, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Pietersen (DA); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"; "},{"index":50,"start":"08:33:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq27XSi2e-w&t=22624s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/#c30805","title":"Quorum counts and adjournment; quarterlies left unfinished","summary":"After a two-minute whippery break, the Speaker ordered several headcounts because members were leaving the chamber. ActionSA withdrew its remaining speakers and the whips said they could carry on. The count first showed 114 and then 119 councillors. The Speaker said the remaining quarterly reports would go to the August meeting or a special sitting, announced recess from 29 June to 20 July, and adjourned the meeting.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; munyayi-vhengani-essau; mosehla-kalushi-johannes; "}],"promises":13,"decisions":24,"summary":"On day 2 of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting, with the Executive Mayor absent and the Deputy Executive Mayor acting, council approved a series of items but deferred the remaining quarterly reports. Business began only after two quorum counts, the first finding 73 in the chamber; at the end, headcounts of 114 and then 119 preceded the deferral to August or a special sitting. A motion to initiate declaring Auckland Park a student precinct carried 104 to 58 with 4 abstentions, with the DA and ACDP recording dissent. After the EFF called for a division, renaming De Beer Street to Mthokozisi Ntumba Street carried 92 to 49; the Speaker rejected the FF+ argument that it needed 136 votes. A R50 million transfer to the DBSA to complete the biogas pilot project passed on a voice vote, and Cllr Christians of the DA demanded a roll call under Rule 86. Council also approved a development-contributions exemption for Thanganani Mega City in Diepsloot, after Cllr Bodenstein withdrew the words 'political mafia' unconditionally. Cllr Mzolo of the ANC withdrew 'Demonic Alliance' and 'hag' after repeated points of order, and the Speaker warned councillors returning late from lunch of a R500 salary deduction. The Acting Mayor said the biogas project would be completed by July, and at the latest December 2027, with quarterly progress reports to Council.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-06-25-ordinary-38-day2.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1","date":"2026-06-24","title":"38th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 1","meeting":"2021-ordinary-38","term":"2021","duration_seconds":28562,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSYD_0-KtJU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:01:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=102s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c102","title":"Opening of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting","summary":"The Speaker opens the meeting and welcomes office-bearers, officials and guests. She announces three additional items (87, 90 and 91) added to the agenda. She also says she has agreed to a debate on a matter of urgent public importance requested by Cllr Meyers.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:04:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=253s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c253","title":"Quorum count and attendance register","summary":"The Speaker allows 10 minutes to count councillors against the register. Movement in the chamber makes counting difficult. The register shows 131 and later 146 signed in, but only 136 physically present are needed and about 10 are outside. The Speaker proceeds on the basis of the register.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:21:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=1318s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c1318","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"Written apologies are read out, followed by apologies from the ANC, EFF, IFP, PA, DA, FF+, ActionSA and ACDP caucuses. They cover ill health, party business, late arrivals and early departures. The Speaker asks the house to move quickly because many councillors are leaving early and quorum is fragile, and the apologies are noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Rohlssen (ACDP); Cllr Abdool","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; masera-hilton; de-lange-franco-carel; munyayi-vhengani-essau; rohlssen-christian-karl; abdool-f"},{"index":3,"start":"00:30:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=1800s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c1800","title":"Official notices and Executive Mayor's statement","summary":"The Speaker wishes councillors with May and June birthdays well. The Deputy Executive Mayor reports that there are no statements from the Executive Mayor.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Loyiso Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; masuku-loyiso"},{"index":4,"start":"00:30:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=1844s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c1844","title":"Confirmation of minutes","summary":"Minutes of the 48th to 51st Extraordinary meetings, the 11th Special meeting and the 37th Ordinary meeting are tabled. The DA has no changes but raises missing speakers for items 69 to 85. The ACDP asks that a sentence in the 20-21 May minutes be corrected from 'taken for granted' to 'granted'. The minutes are adopted with that adjustment.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Fourie-Shawe (DA); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; fourie-shawe-chantelle; mkhonza-norman-fana"},{"index":5,"start":"00:33:56","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=2036s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c2036","title":"Written questions, tabling of recommendations and elevation of items","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor and the Chair of Chairs say written replies are loaded on the drive. They table the executive and legislature recommendations. The Deputy Executive Mayor asks to elevate items 62, 66, 68-75, 82, 83 and 85, and the Chair of Chairs asks to elevate item 61. The Speaker confirms these will be taken first.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Loyiso Masuku (ANC); Cllr Marema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; masuku-loyiso; marema-vhonani-adolphus"},{"index":6,"start":"00:38:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=2326s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c2326","title":"DA request for a 15-minute caucus","summary":"A DA councillor asks for a 15-minute caucus. The Speaker grants it for all parties, warning that quorum is fragile, and sets 10:55 as the return time.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Avant-Smith","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; avant-smith-chris"},{"index":7,"start":"01:02:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=3745s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c3745","title":"Return from caucus","summary":"The Speaker complains that members returned after about 20 minutes instead of 15. Cllr Avant-Smith says the DA is ready to continue. The Speaker says she will keep counting to protect the quorum.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Avant-Smith","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; avant-smith-chris"},{"index":8,"start":"01:03:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=3832s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c3832","title":"Urgent debate on Eskom substation cut-offs: speakers list","summary":"The debate is on the current and continued threat by Eskom to switch off electricity to several substations. No speakers were submitted, so the Speaker takes hands and adds Cllr Meyers (proposer), Cllr Boer and Cllr Nkonyeni. A brief exchange follows about councillors outside and ActionSA.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; avant-smith-chris; boer-cornelis; nkonyeni-steven-paledi"},{"index":9,"start":"01:08:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4083s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4083","title":"Eskom debate: Cllr Meyers (DA) as proposer","summary":"Cllr Meyers says Eskom plans to cut power to the Crowthorne, Allandale, Beyers Naude and Fordsburg substations over unpaid debt. He says the Mayor's assurances on 26 May were contradicted, and the DA handed in a 5,000-signature petition. Eskom extended the date to 17 July. He asks the executive to explain its plan to protect about 100,000 residents.","speakers":"Cllr Meyers (DA)","councillor_ids":"meyers-tyrell"},{"index":10,"start":"01:10:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4229s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4229","title":"Eskom debate: Cllr Boer (FF+)","summary":"Cllr Boer says the executive has been reluctant to share information on the payment agreement and the Eskom debt. He says the city's financial statements show the Eskom debt did not increase between 2024 and 2025. He asks why Johannesburg is in the news over a R5.3 billion debt when other Gauteng metros owe more, and calls for clarification.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":11,"start":"01:12:26","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4346s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4346","title":"Eskom debate: Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni says the threatened cuts show the failure of the government of the day and the GNU. He asks what plan exists to pay the arrears and what guarantee residents have against being left without power in winter. He says residents should not be punished for the city's mismanagement.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi"},{"index":12,"start":"01:14:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4482s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4482","title":"IT query and Deputy Executive Mayor's reply on Eskom","summary":"Cllr Belinda Echeozonjoku asks about IT problems with mics and screens. The Deputy Executive Mayor says engagements with Eskom have been constructive and that dedicated City Power and Eskom workstreams will be set up. She says outstanding matters will be finalised before the deadlines and rejects Cllr Boer's claim that the payment agreement is unknown, since council approved it.","speakers":"Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Loyiso Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; masuku-loyiso"},{"index":13,"start":"01:18:49","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4729s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4729","title":"Closure of the Eskom debate under Rule 99","summary":"The Speaker declares the debate closed under Rule 99 and refuses further interventions amid heckling. Cllr Christians later complains that the proposer had a right to reply under Rule 98(2). The Speaker says it was a debate and not a motion, and that the proposer had given her a thumbs up.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; christians-alex"},{"index":14,"start":"01:20:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4815s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4815","title":"Item 61: UIFW expenditure April 2026, tabling","summary":"Item 61 asks council to certify as irrecoverable and regularise irregular and unauthorised expenditure for April 2026. The MPAC chair is absent, so Cllr Mosehla tables the item. ACDP's Cllr Harris has not arrived and the ACDP skips its turn.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mosehla (EFF)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; mosehla-kalushi-johannes"},{"index":15,"start":"01:21:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=4904s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c4904","title":"Item 61: Cllr Boer (FF+) and procedural dispute","summary":"The Speaker declines to let Cllr Christians raise a point before Cllr Boer has spoken. Christians then explains he wanted to object that the debate was closed without the proposer's reply, and the Speaker defends her handling. Cllr Boer welcomes MPAC's work but objects to writing off R521 million (Piotrans) and the Sizwe Africa IT contract without consequence management. FF+ will not be a blanket rubber stamp.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":16,"start":"01:27:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=5265s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c5265","title":"Item 61: Cllr Xulu (ActionSA)","summary":"Cllr Xulu says ActionSA supports the item but does not celebrate regularisation. The report covers 42 investigation reports, over R876 million in historical irregular expenditure and over R41 million in unauthorised expenditure. He calls for consequence management and implementation of every recommendation, and says ActionSA under Herman Mashaba would rebuild a capable administration.","speakers":"Cllr Xulu (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"xulu-phiwekuhle"},{"index":17,"start":"01:33:26","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=5606s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c5606","title":"Item 61: Cllr Suddaby (DA)","summary":"Cllr Suddaby says the report's Recommendation 1 misstates the years covered. She says only about R8 million relates to 2010 to 2016 and the balance comes from 2022 to 2026. She says missing records for old matters show the city has no document retention policy, which National Treasury requires by 30 June or the July 2026 equitable share tranche is at risk. Her speech is cut off by time.","speakers":"Cllr Suddaby (DA)","councillor_ids":"suddaby-julie"},{"index":18,"start":"01:41:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=6112s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c6112","title":"Item 61: MPAC report presented by Cllr Mazibuko","summary":"Cllr Mazibuko presents the MPAC report. It relied on sworn affidavits for historical cases, following National Treasury guidance. The committee reviewed 42 investigative reports containing 63 recommendations and agreed with 49 of them. He says writing off does not condone non-compliance, and he moves adoption.","speakers":"Cllr Mazibuko (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":19,"start":"01:46:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=6412s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c6412","title":"Item 61: EFF contribution and IT outage announced","summary":"The Speaker confirms that Cllr Mosehla may speak for the EFF and then close as acting MPAC chair. She announces that IT needs 10 minutes after this item to fix the system, which has stopped streaming, and council agrees. Cllr Mosehla says the EFF supports the item but demands accountability and consequence management. He calls for building the city's internal capacity.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Mosehla (EFF)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; mosehla-kalushi-johannes"},{"index":20,"start":"01:52:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=6726s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c6726","title":"Item 61: closing remarks and adoption","summary":"Cllr Mosehla, as acting committee chair, closes by saying the item was debated in committee and members agreed to send it to council. The Speaker puts the recommendations to the house and says the yeses have it. Cllr Christians records the DA's opposition under Rule 84.","speakers":"Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mosehla-kalushi-johannes; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":21,"start":"01:54:53","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=6893s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c6893","title":"IT break","summary":"The Speaker calls a 10-minute break from 11:56 to 12:06 so IT can fix black screens and the streaming system. Whips are asked to bring members back on time. From 02:13:32 to 02:15:23 the transcript contains unrelated film-style dialogue, not council proceedings.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":22,"start":"02:16:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=8175s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c8175","title":"Decision to continue without screens; recording concerns","summary":"The Speaker reports that IT needs 30 minutes to an hour. The house signals it prefers to carry on without screens, and she rules that the meeting continues. Cllr Christians objects that proper recordings are not available, and the Speaker says proceedings are being recorded on Teams. Cllr Sifumba asks whether caucuses and the public will get copies and is told they will.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Sifumba (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; christians-alex; sifumba-nonhlanhla"},{"index":23,"start":"02:20:39","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=8439s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c8439","title":"Item 62: UIFW prevention strategy, Cllr Boer (FF+)","summary":"Item 62 is the updated strategy for preventing and reducing unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure, aligned to National Treasury Circular 111. Cllr Boer says the document is good but 'paper is patient' without implementation. He says about 90% of the city's UIFW is unauthorised expenditure that could be regularised through adjustment budgets. He indicates FF+ will support the strategy.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":24,"start":"02:24:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=8646s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c8646","title":"Item 62: Cllr Steenkamp (PA)","summary":"Cllr Steenkamp says UIFW is a service delivery and moral issue and that wasted money has a human cost. She calls for courage, accountability and a culture of compliance. The Speaker cuts her off when her time runs out.","speakers":"Cllr Steenkamp (PA)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":25,"start":"02:27:23","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=8843s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c8843","title":"Item 62: Cllr Wax (DA)","summary":"Cllr Wax says the strategy did not go through the Governance Oversight Committee and the implementation plan is still a draft. He says its targets are not backed by resources, and that the reduction in the balance came from regularisation, not prevention. He cites the opening balance of R23.6 billion. The DA rejects the report.","speakers":"Cllr Wax (DA)","councillor_ids":"wax-kevin-patrick"},{"index":26,"start":"02:35:48","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=9348s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c9348","title":"Item 62: Cllr Xulu (ActionSA) for Cllr Modukanene","summary":"Cllr Xulu speaks in place of Cllr Modukanene, who is on leave. ActionSA supports the spirit of the strategy but doubts the administration's ability to implement it, noting the draft implementation plan is still under development. He blames the ANC and its enablers for the roughly R24 billion UIFW accumulation. The Speaker then calls Cllr Mosehla (EFF).","speakers":"Cllr Xulu (ActionSA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"xulu-phiwekuhle; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":27,"start":"02:41:30","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=9690s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c9690","title":"Item 62: UIFWE strategy – EFF and ANC debate","summary":"An EFF councillor cited roughly R23.6bn in unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure by 2023/24 and a further R3.6bn this year. The speaker supported the updated strategy but demanded time-bound investigations, disciplinary action, recovery of money and criminal referrals. An ANC councillor also backed the strategy, called for monthly and quarterly reports to council, and urged faster consequence management and implementation of MFMA provisions.","speakers":"Cllr Mosehla (EFF); Unidentified councillor (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mosehla-kalushi-johannes; "},{"index":28,"start":"02:52:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=10327s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c10327","title":"Chamber sound problems and rats","summary":"Cllr Echeozonjoku asked that IT check the chamber wiring after sound failures, suggesting rats might have eaten the cords. The Speaker said IT was checking and asked councillors to stop bringing food into the chamber.","speakers":"Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":29,"start":"02:53:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=10392s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c10392","title":"Item 62: MMC reply and item agreed","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor said the report was withdrawn in May so councillors could engage and an extension was sought from National Treasury. She criticised the DA for shifting goalposts by asking for Oversight Committee review after the MPAC referral. She described the strategy as a living document aligned to Treasury Circular 111. The Speaker then put the item and it was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":30,"start":"02:58:42","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=10722s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c10722","title":"DA Rule 84 objection after item 62","summary":"As the Speaker began announcing item 66, Cllr Christians intervened to record the DA's objection under Rule 84. The objection came directly after item 62 was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":31,"start":"02:59:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=10752s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c10752","title":"Item 66: Financial Turnaround Framework – FF+ and ACDP","summary":"Item 66 is the Financial Turnaround Framework. Cllr Boer (FF+) praised the document but said it must also address the culture of non-payment, especially in Regions D and G, and corruption in City Power. Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP) supported the framework's principles, said implementation is what matters, and said the ACDP would monitor the six pillars.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; mkhonza-norman-fana"},{"index":32,"start":"03:05:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=11141s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c11141","title":"Item 66: DA supports framework","summary":"Cllr Santana (DA) cited cash coverage, a R73.7bn debtors book, water and electricity losses and an infrastructure backlog above R200bn. He welcomed the sweeping-arrangement reform, the recognition of unfunded mandates and the new Pillar 7 on a personnel expenditure and staff establishment audit. He said the DA supports the item but will exercise rigorous oversight of implementation.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":33,"start":"03:13:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=11613s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c11613","title":"Item 66: ActionSA supports with criticism","summary":"Cllr Edward (ActionSA) described the report's figures as an admission of failure and compared them with the 2016-2019 administration under Herman Mashaba. She criticised reliance on short-term borrowing and said the Government of Local Unity has mastered managing decline. ActionSA will support the report and monitor implementation closely.","speakers":"Cllr Edward (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"edward-nompumelelo"},{"index":34,"start":"03:18:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=11927s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c11927","title":"Item 66: EFF position","summary":"Cllr Zitha (EFF) welcomed the report's honesty but asked what turnaround means while communities lack water, electricity and sanitation. The EFF supports better revenue collection and loss reduction without punishing poor communities, and called for accountability measures and for recovered funds to go back into maintenance. Her time ran out before she finished.","speakers":"Cllr Zitha (EFF)","councillor_ids":"zitha-saseka-lorrein"},{"index":35,"start":"03:23:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=12194s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c12194","title":"Item 66: ANC supports framework","summary":"Cllr Ngema (ANC) called the strategy the blueprint Johannesburg needs, praising the six pillars, the hybrid revenue-sharing model starting with Johannesburg Water on 1 July 2026, and the single implementation tracker. He credited the Executive Mayor and Deputy Mayor and referred to a R3.8bn loan. He accused the DA and ActionSA of political theatre.","speakers":"Cllr Ngema (ANC)","councillor_ids":"ngema-shadrack-vusumuzi"},{"index":36,"start":"03:30:22","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=12622s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c12622","title":"Item 66: Deputy Mayor reply and item agreed","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor responded to the speakers and told Cllr Edward that the city's problems began in 2016 under Herman Mashaba, including the wage bill. The Speaker then asked whether item 66 was agreed and moved on to item 68.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":37,"start":"03:31:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=12717s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c12717","title":"Item 68: SDAs and SLAs under Metro Trading Reform – speaking order","summary":"Item 68 covers the revised service delivery and service level agreements of City Power, Joburg Water and Pikitup. Cllr Harris asked to be moved to third on the speakers' list. A DA councillor said he was speaking in place of Cllr Bittkau.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Unidentified councillor (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; "},{"index":38,"start":"03:33:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrx1nDxqSXE&t=12784s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c12784","title":"Item 68: DA concern about missing oversight","summary":"The DA speaker described the new service level agreements and the Joint Revenue Management Committee. He welcomed them but objected that oversight committees had not been allowed to scrutinise the documents against the Metro Trading Reforms. He warned that if Treasury is not satisfied it could delay the city's access to funding. The recording then jumps from 03:35:52 to 04:46:59.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (DA)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":39,"start":"04:46:59","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSYD_0-KtJU&t=0s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17219","title":"Item 68: EFF welcomes revised agreements","summary":"Cllr Radebe (EFF) said the city must honour its obligations to pay for services rendered and that the EFF welcomes the revised SLAs and SDAs of the three entities.","speakers":"Cllr Radebe (EFF)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":40,"start":"04:47:43","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSYD_0-KtJU&t=44s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17263","title":"Speaking order dispute and ANC speaker begins","summary":"The Speaker called Cllr Ngwenya (ANC) forward. Cllr Harris asked repeatedly not to be forgotten as the third speaker, and the Speaker said she would bring him in. Cllr Ngwenya began with greetings but was interrupted by microphone problems.","speakers":"Cllr Ngwenya (ANC); Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"; harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":41,"start":"04:48:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSYD_0-KtJU&t=99s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17318","title":"Microphone interference","summary":"The Speaker asked all councillors to switch off or lift their microphones to find one that was causing interference. Cllr Da Rocha was singled out to lift his microphone before the speaker was told to carry on.","speakers":"Cllr Da Rocha (DA)","councillor_ids":"da-rocha-carlos-manuel-dias"},{"index":42,"start":"04:52:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=0s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17538","title":"Item 69: concerns on Johannesburg Water plan","summary":"A speaker said the revised plan projects higher water demand, with forgone savings of about R209 million from buying more bulk water from Rand Water. He added that collection rates were cut from 77.8% to 74.8% and the financial sustainability target was delayed. He objected that council was asked to approve a plan whose total implementation cost was not yet finalised. The segment is the continuation of an item whose start is not in the transcript.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":""},{"index":43,"start":"04:54:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=104s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17642","title":"Item 69: EFF supports with concern","summary":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF) supported the report but warned of a R26.6bn infrastructure backlog, non-revenue water above 44%, falling collection levels and the effect of water shortages on businesses and households. The EFF rejects a slow response and called for more investment, faster pipe replacement and action on illegal connections and vandalism.","speakers":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"khonkhobe-nokuthula"},{"index":44,"start":"04:57:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=309s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17847","title":"Item 69: DA says no Section 79 scrutiny","summary":"Cllr Bittkau (DA) said the report had not gone through a Section 79 committee and was being rushed. He argued a 90-day extension could be obtained from national government and said the DA could not support it.","speakers":"Cllr Bittkau (DA)","councillor_ids":"bittkau-ralf"},{"index":45,"start":"04:58:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=383s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17921","title":"Item 69: MMC reply on 30 June deadline","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor said National Treasury would not grant an extension because the deadline for the reforms is 30 June. She said the documents are living documents and the reforms apply to all metros regardless of the government of the day.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":46,"start":"04:59:50","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=452s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c17990","title":"Item 69 put to council and DA opposition","summary":"The Speaker put the recommendations on page 69.6 and the item was agreed. Cllr Christians then recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84 and reserved the DA's right to take the matter further.","speakers":"Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"christians-alex"},{"index":47,"start":"05:00:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=487s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c18025","title":"Item 70: City Power Trading Reform Strategy – FF+, ACDP, ActionSA","summary":"Item 70 is the City Power Trading Reform Strategy for 2026-27 and its Business Investment Plan. Cllr Boer withdrew his speeches on items 70 and 72 because the reports had not served at Section 79. Cllr Harris (ACDP) criticised R164 million spent on consultants and noted the report. An ActionSA councillor speaking on behalf of Cllr Modukanene used his time to campaign for ActionSA and criticise the PA, then noted the report.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Unidentified councillor (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis; harris-ronald-winston; "},{"index":48,"start":"05:05:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=789s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c18327","title":"Item 70: EFF and ANC","summary":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF) supported the report, citing City Power's R44bn backlog, R3.1bn operating deficit and R5.7bn annual losses, and criticised reliance on consultants. Cllr Mutavhatsindi (ANC) said the ANC notes the report.","speakers":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF); Cllr Mutavhatsindi (ANC)","councillor_ids":"khonkhobe-nokuthula; mutavhatsindi-ntshavheni"},{"index":49,"start":"05:09:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=1031s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c18569","title":"Item 70: DA opposes","summary":"Cllr Steenkamp (DA) said the DA backs the objectives but not the plan, citing unproven targets, thin treatment of Eskom risks, implementation doubts and the lack of Section 79 scrutiny. The DA said it would vote against item 70.","speakers":"Cllr Steenkamp (DA)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":50,"start":"05:13:13","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=1255s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c18793","title":"Item 70: MMC reply and item agreed over DA opposition","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor said the report builds on the earlier City Power turnaround strategy and seeks approval of the business and investment plan under National Treasury Guidance Note 5. The Speaker ruled that the yeses had it despite noes, and the DA recorded its opposition under Rule 84.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":51,"start":"05:16:11","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=1433s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c18971","title":"Announcement about lost ID","summary":"The Speaker told those in the gallery that a Mojalefa Peter Botlokwane had lost his ID and wallet, and asked him to identify himself to collect them.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":52,"start":"05:16:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=1466s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c19004","title":"Item 71: Metro Trading Services Reforms – Minimum Access Indicator M6","summary":"Item 71 is the Metro Trading Services Reforms Program on the M6 Budget Support indicator. Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP) welcomed the programme and cited benchmarks: zero months' cash coverage, 87.7% collection, 32% non-revenue water and about 30% electricity losses. Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA) supported the reforms but said approval is only a first step. An ANC councillor then said the ANC notes the report, where this part of the transcript ends.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; nkonyeni-steven-paledi; "},{"index":53,"start":"05:22:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=1829s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c19367","title":"Item 71: ActionSA and EFF on the trading reform programme","summary":"The sitting resumes mid-debate on item 71. An ActionSA speaker supports the programme's objectives and calls for rigorous council oversight of implementation. The EFF notes the report, welcomes the investment, and calls for results, accountability and regular reporting to council.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor (ActionSA); Cllr Zitha (EFF)","councillor_ids":"; zitha-saseka-lorrein"},{"index":54,"start":"05:28:19","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=2161s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c19699","title":"Item 71: ANC notes report; DA rejects item and seeks referral to committees","summary":"The ANC notes the report. The DA says it supports the goals of reform but rejects item 71 because it did not go through the Section 79 oversight and joint committees. The DA asks that the matter be referred back to those structures.","speakers":"Cllr Nofemela (ANC); Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"nofemela-nokuthula; santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":55,"start":"05:34:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=2511s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c20049","title":"Item 71: reply, division of the house and result","summary":"MMC Masuku asks council to approve the report. The Speaker ruled the yeses had it, and the DA demanded a roll call under Rule 86(1). The Speaker called it a division of the house and counted hands: 100 for, 53 against, 3 abstentions, so the item was carried. The DA recorded its opposition, calling the item premature.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"; christians-alex; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":56,"start":"05:47:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=3327s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c20865","title":"Item 72: Johannesburg Water performance improvement action plan v2","summary":"The ACDP notes and accepts the plan. The EFF gives cautious support and stresses outcomes over documents. The DA's Cllr Bittkau opposes it because it did not go through Section 79 and loads costs onto residents. The Deputy Executive Mayor asks for approval, and the Speaker ruled the yeses had it. The DA recorded its opposition.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF); Cllr Bittkau (DA); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; boer-cornelis; khonkhobe-nokuthula; bittkau-ralf; ; christians-alex"},{"index":57,"start":"05:56:19","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=3841s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c21379","title":"Item 73: City Power Trading Reform Strategy 2026-27 (PIAP V2)","summary":"The ACDP notes and accepts the report, ActionSA notes it, and the EFF supports it with a focus on Zandspruit and working-class communities. The DA's Cllr Steenkamp opposes it because it bypassed the Section 79 committee. MMC Masuku asks for approval, the yeses carried, and the DA recorded its opposition.","speakers":"Unidentified councillor; Cllr Bini (ActionSA); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Steenkamp (DA); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"; bini-lwanda; mkasi-gift; ; ; christians-alex"},{"index":58,"start":"06:07:23","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=4505s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c22043","title":"Item 74: Pikitup Performance Improvement Action Plan","summary":"The ACDP supports the plan but warns about landfill space and the absence of waste-to-energy plans. ActionSA raises uncollected refuse, illegal dumping and weak bylaw enforcement. The EFF supports it with warnings on insourcing and accountability. The DA objects to the lack of Section 79 scrutiny. Cllr Mposula raised a quorum concern, and the Speaker asked to finish the item first. The yeses carried and the DA recorded its opposition.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Mkasi (EFF); Cllr Mposula (ActionSA); Cllr Meyers (DA); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; munyayi-vhengani-essau; mkasi-gift; mposula-tshepo; meyers-tyrell; ; christians-alex"},{"index":59,"start":"06:20:49","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=5311s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c22849","title":"Quorum check","summary":"After item 74 the Speaker asked councillors to stay seated and counted them door to door. She announced a count of 143 and that council was still quorate.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":60,"start":"06:26:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=5660s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c23198","title":"Item 75: reviewed delegations of authority for City Power, Joburg Water and Pikitup","summary":"ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC support the item, stressing implementation and accountability. The DA's Cllr Marais opposes it because it did not go to Section 79 committees, comparing approval to signing a cheque blindfolded. MMC Masuku defends it as a governance reform. The yeses carried and the DA recorded its opposition and reserved its rights.","speakers":"Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA); Cllr Radebe (EFF); Unidentified councillor (ANC); Cllr Marais (DA); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"; ; ; ; ; christians-alex"},{"index":61,"start":"06:38:34","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=6376s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c23914","title":"Break and re-ordering of the programme","summary":"The Speaker called a five-minute break. On return, the Chief Whip reported the whips' agreement that items 45 to 60 be taken together as noted and that non-elevated quarterly performance reports be moved to the next day. The Chair of Chairs asked that item 89 be elevated after the executive items, and the Speaker agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Chauke (ANC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; chauke-khazamula-love; "},{"index":62,"start":"06:57:19","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=7501s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c25039","title":"Item 82: addendum to Debt Relief Programme Phase 4","summary":"The ACDP, FF+, ActionSA, EFF and DA support the addendum. Their concerns include the unclear loyalty reward scheme, the projected R11.7 billion write-off and billing accuracy. MMC Masuku said the loyalty scheme policy would be expedited through the committees. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA); Cllr Zitha (EFF); Cllr Santana (DA); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; boer-cornelis; nkonyeni-steven-paledi; zitha-saseka-lorrein; santana-christopher-glen; "},{"index":63,"start":"07:16:51","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=8673s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c26211","title":"Item 83: Service Level Standards Framework","summary":"The ACDP supports the framework and ActionSA notes it. The EFF approves it with concerns about service levels in informal settlements. The DA supports it with reservations and lists conditions such as independent verification and a binding service charter. MMC Masuku asks for support, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhonza (ACDP); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA); Cllr Radebe (EFF); Unidentified councillor (ANC); Cllr Wax (DA); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"mkhonza-norman-fana; ; ; ; wax-kevin-patrick; "},{"index":64,"start":"07:31:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=9538s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c27076","title":"Item 85: updated shareholder compacts of City Power, Joburg Water and Pikitup","summary":"The ACDP notes the report and calls for board accountability. ActionSA approves, the EFF approves with concerns, and the ANC notes it. The DA opposes it because the compacts did not go to oversight committees and board selection is not addressed. The yeses carried and the DA recorded its opposition.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Mabunda (ActionSA); Cllr Radebe (EFF); Cllr Tabane (ANC); Cllr Marais (DA); Cllr Masuku; Cllr Christians (DA)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; ; ; tabane-mboneni-clerence; ; ; christians-alex"},{"index":65,"start":"07:46:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=10434s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c27972","title":"Item 89: Year Planner and schedule of meetings July 2026 to June 2027","summary":"Cllr Avant-Smith accepts the year plan and thanks the committees. ActionSA's Cllr Van Wyk asks why one of the two Questions to the Mayor sessions was removed. The Chair of Chairs asks council to note and approve, and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith; Cllr Van Wyk (ActionSA); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; van-wyk-willem-meshark; "},{"index":66,"start":"07:48:55","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=10597s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c28135","title":"Items 45 to 60: oversight visit reports taken together","summary":"The Secretary read out items 45 to 60, which are oversight visit reports of Section 79 committees. The Speaker noted none had speakers and put the recommendations page by page. No objections are recorded in the transcript.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":67,"start":"07:54:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHPmkjd9ZYQ&t=10906s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/#c28444","title":"Announcements and closure","summary":"The Speaker called item 102, then moved to announcements and closure. She said the sitting resumes the next day at 10:00 with 42 items and promised to address IT problems. The Deputy Executive Mayor asked to wear Bafana Bafana shirts, and the Speaker agreed as long as they carry no political leader's face.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Masuku","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "}],"promises":13,"decisions":28,"summary":"On Day 1 of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting, council approved a run of metro trading reform reports for City Power, Joburg Water and Pikitup, mostly by voice vote. On item 71, the DA disputed the voice vote, and a division of the house showed 100 for, 53 against and 3 abstentions, so the item was carried. The DA recorded its opposition under Rule 84 to items 69, 70, 72, 73, 74, 75 and 85, repeatedly objecting that the reports had not gone through Section 79 oversight committees. In an urgent debate requested by Cllr Meyers on Eskom's threat to cut power to several substations, the Deputy Executive Mayor promised dedicated City Power and Eskom workstreams. The Speaker closed the debate under Rule 99 and ruled against Cllr Christians' objection that the proposer had a right of reply. The system shut down, leaving screens black and streaming stopped, and the Speaker ruled the meeting would continue without screens, recorded on Teams, despite Cllr Christians' objection. A quorum count found 146 signed in but 136 in the chamber, a later count found 143, and 42 items remain for the next day at 10:00.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-06-24-ordinary-38-day1.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-05-28-budget-debate","date":"2026-05-28","title":"Budget Debate","meeting":"2021-budget-debate-2026-05-28","term":"2021","duration_seconds":22799,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:14","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14","title":"Opening of the sitting and moment of silence","summary":"The Speaker entered and councillors rose. She called for a moment of silence, meditation or prayer. She then read the notice for the continuation of the 37th ordinary council meeting, the budget speech debate and consideration of reports, at the Connie Bapela Council Chamber.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:02:46","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=166s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c166","title":"Delays at opening, Da Rocha point of order and power failure","summary":"The Speaker complained that councillors were moving around and caucusing outside as if the sitting had not started. IT then asked for 10 minutes because power was cutting at the bottom of the chamber. Cllr Da Rocha raised a point of order alleging the Speaker was biased over a belt incident the previous day. The Speaker broke for 10 minutes, and further delays followed while IT fixed sparking electrical equipment.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Da Rocha (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; da-rocha-carlos-manuel-dias"},{"index":2,"start":"00:24:32","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=1472s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c1472","title":"Register, headcount and Rule 30 on conduct of councillors","summary":"The Speaker called councillors back to their seats and read Rule 30 on conduct during council meetings. She asked MMC Kunene to apologise for pointing a belt at a DA councillor the previous day and said misconduct would be charged at R500 per councillor. The headcount was 172 and the register 203. A councillor asked that a guest, Helen Zille, be cautioned for live-streaming from the chamber. The Speaker said the gallery rules apply to guests, and Cllr Avant-Smith said the video was edited from the YouTube feed after council.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Avant-Smith","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; avant-smith-chris"},{"index":3,"start":"00:36:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=2201s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c2201","title":"Welcome, quorum and applications for leave of absence","summary":"The Speaker welcomed office-bearers and officials, noted birthdays, and confirmed a quorum. She then took leave-of-absence applications and apologies from caucuses, including Eid-related absences and early departures. The apologies were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Makhuba (IFP); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Mogapi (EFF); Cllr Simonse (PA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; harris-ronald-winston; masera-hilton; de-lange-franco-carel; munyayi-vhengani-essau; makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; mogapi-tabisa-anthea; simonse-lois-cathleen"},{"index":4,"start":"00:43:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=2620s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c2620","title":"Start of budget debate and ActionSA caucus break","summary":"The Speaker moved to the debate on the budget. ActionSA asked for a one-hour caucus break. The Speaker granted 30 minutes, citing the fragile electrical system, and said the sitting would resume at 11:15. A DA councillor interjected that the Speaker had not congratulated the DA on winning a ward in Emfuleni.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Ntombela (ActionSA); Cllr Sifumba (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; ntombela-mary-joyce; sifumba-nonhlanhla"},{"index":5,"start":"01:18:30","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=4710s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c4710","title":"Resumption after the break and ActionSA report-back","summary":"The Speaker called councillors back to their seats two minutes past time and urged whips to ensure attendance. She noted the aircon was on, and ActionSA reported back that its caucus had finished. The Speaker then announced the debate on the budget speech as the third item.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Unidentified councillor","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; "},{"index":6,"start":"01:20:43","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=4843s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c4843","title":"ANC debate speaker Cllr Modupi supports the budget","summary":"Cllr Modupi presented the R97.1 billion budget, with capital of R8.8 billion, operating revenue of R90.4 billion, operating expenditure of R88.3 billion and a R2.1 billion surplus. He argued it is funded because cash collection is near 90% and energy and water losses are to be reduced. He said the budget provides free basic water and electricity to indigent households and that the ANC supports it. The Speaker asked councillors at the back to stop moving about and disturbing him.","speakers":"Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"modupi-david-nthako; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":7,"start":"01:28:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=5289s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c5289","title":"ActionSA's Cllr Edward attacks the budget; point of order by Cllr Echeozonjoku","summary":"Cllr Edward called the budget speech a political rally and an admission of failure. She cited tariff increases of 8.63% on electricity and 12.5% on water, debt impairment of about R10.5 billion, and the R3.8 billion German bank loan that ActionSA opposed. She promoted Herman Mashaba's 2016-2019 record and said elections are on 4 November 2026. Cllr Belinda (DA) raised a Rule 72 point of order, saying 2016-2019 was a DA government, not an ActionSA one. The Speaker moved on and asked that the speaker be allowed to continue.","speakers":"Cllr Edward (ActionSA); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"edward-nompumelelo; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":8,"start":"01:43:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=6189s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c6189","title":"AHC Chair Mpolobosho supports the budget","summary":"Chair Mpolobosho welcomed the infrastructure allocation and raised water leaks, sewer blockages, street lights, illegal connections in Regions E and A, and faulty transformers in Ward 80. He urged MMCs to speed up electrification of informal settlements and pothole repairs. He said the African Heart Congress supports the budget 100%.","speakers":"Cllr Mpolobosho (AHC)","councillor_ids":"mpolobosho-moloko-michael"},{"index":9,"start":"01:47:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=6465s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c6465","title":"IFP's Cllr Makhuba on financial management and Public Safety","summary":"Cllr Makhuba raised concerns about the growing debtors' book, penalties on conditional grants, poor performance on grant-funded projects, and reliance on grants. She said the insourcing of security personnel left Public Safety with a recurring employee-cost deficit. She urged the MMC for Finance to help through budget reallocation or other measures, and the speaker was cut off by the clock.","speakers":"Cllr Makhuba (IFP)","councillor_ids":"makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla"},{"index":10,"start":"01:54:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=6843s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c6843","title":"GOOD's Cllr Cook on honesty, the IDP and Cape Town","summary":"Cllr Cook said the budget speech honestly admitted the crisis (water losses near 45%, electricity losses of 27%, a R220 billion backlog) but residents want results. She commended the IDP process and criticised DA-run Cape Town and past DA mayors over the Civic Centre. She said this is the final budget before the 2026 elections and hoped the administration leaves a legacy of urgency.","speakers":"Cllr Cook (GOOD)","councillor_ids":"cook-m"},{"index":11,"start":"02:00:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=7212s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c7212","title":"Speaker rebuffs interjection by Cllr Echeozonjoku","summary":"The Speaker said she had been watching the clock and refused to take a late request from Cllr Belinda. She complained that Belinda repeatedly pointed at her and said she would not accept it.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Echeozonjoku (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; echeozonjoku-belinda-cynthia"},{"index":12,"start":"02:01:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=7267s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c7267","title":"DA's Cllr Santana on funding, the PFA and indigent register","summary":"Cllr Santana first said Cape Town does hold IDP sessions. He argued the budget is political and rests on uncertain funding, and cited a R220 billion backlog, 44.7% water losses and 9.8 days of cash coverage. He said the politically facilitated agreement (PFA) is not fully funded and questioned the accuracy of the indigent register and JOSHCO maintenance. He ended by urging a vote for the DA and for Helen Zille as Mayor.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":13,"start":"02:09:44","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=7784s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c7784","title":"FF Plus Cllr Boer proposes a Consolidation and Maintenance budget","summary":"Cllr Boer spoke in Afrikaans and English. He praised the MMC's speech but said the printed budget did not match it and is not funded, since a R7 billion funding base falls short of the R8.8 billion capex. He cited the JSE suspension, a possible Moody's downgrade, polluted rivers and unpaid contractors. He proposed a consolidation and maintenance budget that cancels unnecessary spending and finishes stalled projects.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":14,"start":"02:15:40","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=8140s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c8140","title":"ACDP's Cllr Harris on the budget","summary":"Cllr Harris congratulated the MMC on her maiden budget speech and welcomed Metro Trading Services reform. He questioned prescribed debt in the R72 billion debtors book and called the R7 billion waste-to-energy proposal a pipe dream. He said the budget neglects Region B, the aged, youth and sport, and that the ACDP would note the presentation.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":15,"start":"02:20:43","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=8443s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c8443","title":"ANC's Cllr Nofemela supports the budget","summary":"Cllr Nofemela said the debate is about progress, not perfection, and framed service delivery as dignity in practice. She said the ANC is the only party that understands residents' needs. She said the ANC supports the budget and thanked the MMC for Finance.","speakers":"Cllr Nofemela (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nofemela-nokuthula"},{"index":16,"start":"02:23:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=8615s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c8615","title":"UIM's Cllr Abdool on affordability and indigent support","summary":"Cllr Abdool welcomed the free basic services and rebates for indigent residents and suggested a flat rate for informal settlement households. She asked for an extra R200 million for Social Development for single parents. She told the story of a resident whose utility bills rose after new meters were installed. The UIM noted the report with appreciation.","speakers":"Cllr Abdool (UIM)","councillor_ids":"abdool-f"},{"index":17,"start":"02:28:51","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=8931s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c8931","title":"ATM's Cllr Magwentshu supports the budget","summary":"Cllr Magwentshu called the budget a moral document and acknowledged the R220 billion backlog and the electricity and water losses. He supported maintenance spending and stronger revenue collection but rejected placing the recovery burden only on ordinary residents. He raised concerns about migration and illegal connections, and said the ATM would support the budget.","speakers":"Cllr Magwentshu (ATM)","councillor_ids":"magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil"},{"index":18,"start":"02:34:49","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=9289s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c9289","title":"UDM's Cllr Zigebe on infrastructure and trading services reform","summary":"Cllr Zigebe said the budget correctly identifies 44.7% water losses and 27% electricity losses. He welcomed the rise in maintenance spending from 7% to 8% and the allocations to City Power, Johannesburg Water and public safety. He said delivery must follow, and he called for transparency on where the 60% of capex for historically marginalised communities is spent.","speakers":"Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":19,"start":"02:40:52","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=9652s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c9652","title":"AIC's Cllr Mhlongo supports the budget","summary":"Cllr Mhlongo said the AIC supports the 2026/2027 budget and called it the final budget of the term. He credited the Government of Local Unity with stability, and welcomed spending on infrastructure, revenue collection, township renewal and indigent support. He closed with the AIC slogan that it is all about you.","speakers":"Cllr Mhlongo (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mhlongo-temba-aubrey"},{"index":20,"start":"02:47:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=10045s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c10045","title":"PA's Cllr Simonse on implementation and the debt write-off","summary":"The Speaker remarked on movement in the chamber before the PA speaker began. Cllr Simonse acknowledged the budget's focus on water, electricity and roads but raised doubts about implementation, maintenance funding and consequence management. She urged the administration to implement the PA-sponsored debt write-off programme approved by council, with clear criteria and timelines. She asked for quarterly progress reports.","speakers":"Cllr Simonse (PA)","councillor_ids":"simonse-lois-cathleen"},{"index":21,"start":"02:53:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=10390s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c10390","title":"EFF's Cllr Khonkhobe on the budget","summary":"Cllr Khonkhobe said the budget is a survival budget that manages decline. She noted the R220 billion backlog against R8.8 billion capex, a halved surplus, and a collection assumption cut to 86%. She criticised tariff increases without service improvement, borrowing of about R3.5 billion, and the lack of an informal settlement upgrading programme. The Speaker thanked her as her address was cut off.","speakers":"Cllr Khonkhobe (EFF)","councillor_ids":"khonkhobe-nokuthula"},{"index":22,"start":"03:01:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=10895s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c10895","title":"ANC's Cllr Thapelo Radebe defends the budget","summary":"Cllr Radebe congratulated the MMC on her maiden budget speech and said the R97.1 billion budget is funded with realistic collection rates. He backed trading services reforms and criticised opposition claims, calling them claimers. He said the ANC will win the 4 November election and continue leading Johannesburg. The Speaker thanked him at 03:07:22 and the part ended.","speakers":"Cllr Thapelo Radebe (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"radebe-thapelo-thabani; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":23,"start":"03:08:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=11281s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c11281","title":"MMC Finance responds to the budget debate","summary":"The Deputy Executive Mayor (MMC Finance) responded to councillors' speeches. She said extra funding alone will not fix City Power, JRA and Human Settlements, and that entity CEOs and Section 56 managers will be tied to turnaround targets. She said no AFD funding application was rejected, and committed to publicly reporting JOSHCO's maintenance backlog by the end of quarter one.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":24,"start":"03:18:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=11883s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c11883","title":"Executive Mayor's comments on the budget","summary":"The Executive Mayor welcomed the budget and announced the city had won the Marble Towers case. He criticised the record of Herman Mashaba and ActionSA and defended the PFA payments. He confirmed an 8% maintenance budget, water ring-fencing from 1 July 2026, 30-day supplier payments in the next financial year, and Small Street development plans.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello"},{"index":25,"start":"03:35:41","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=12941s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c12941","title":"Recommendations tabled; items withdrawn and elevated","summary":"The Executive Mayor tabled the reports and recommendations. The Leader of Executive Business withdrew Items 3(e) and 5 and elevated Items 3(a) to (d) and Item 6 for consideration first. The Speaker confirmed the order of business.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; ; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":26,"start":"03:37:28","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=13048s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c13048","title":"Item 3: 2026/27 budget – Cllr Santana (DA)","summary":"Item 3 (the medium-term operating and capital budgets, public consultation outcomes and the draft rates policy and by-laws) was read into the record. Cllr Santana criticised the tariff increases, losses, the flat capital budget and the PFA cost. He asked about submissions on the rates policy and said the DA does not support the budget.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":27,"start":"03:49:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=13749s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c13749","title":"Item 3: Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni credited the MMC for a more realistic budget. He reviewed the financial turnaround framework, water and electricity losses and the sweeping arrangement, and stressed implementation. He also noted the framework had been withdrawn. The Speaker remarked on councillors walking out as he began.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi"},{"index":28,"start":"03:57:20","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14240s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14240","title":"Cllr Avant-Smith asks for water","summary":"Cllr Avant-Smith was called and asked for more water in the chamber because of the heat. The Speaker said water would be given to councillors.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith (DA)","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris"},{"index":29,"start":"03:57:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14255s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14255","title":"Item 3: Cllr Boer (FF Plus)","summary":"Cllr Boer questioned how the city could pay suppliers within 30 days with a R2 billion surplus and a roughly R20 billion creditor backlog. He argued ring-fencing will not rescue Joburg Water or City Power. He criticised the revenue and loss assumptions and the planned R2.3 billion borrowing. The Speaker interrupted him as he spoke about an act of insolvency.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":30,"start":"04:04:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14644s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14644","title":"Item 3: Cllr Nethamba (EFF)","summary":"After the Speaker first called an ANC councillor by mistake, Cllr Nethamba spoke for the EFF. She listed what the EFF wants the budget to deliver, including housing, services, jobs and insourcing. She said the EFF approves the budget, and also said the EFF notes it.","speakers":"Cllr Nethamba (EFF)","councillor_ids":"nethamba-roshudufhadzwa"},{"index":31,"start":"04:05:47","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14747s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14747","title":"Item 3: Cllr Nofemela (ANC)","summary":"The Speaker reminded councillors to sit or stand outside while someone is at the podium. Cllr Nofemela said the budget arrives at a defining moment and presents interventions to the city's pressures. She said the ANC supports the item.","speakers":"Cllr Nofemela (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nofemela-nokuthula"},{"index":32,"start":"04:08:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14880s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14880","title":"Item 3: MMC Finance closes the debate","summary":"The MMC Finance said the framework will return to Council before the end of June after consulting National Treasury. She described the budget as pro-poor and reform-oriented and asked council to approve the R97.1 billion budget.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":33,"start":"04:09:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=14997s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c14997","title":"Vote on Item 3 (budget)","summary":"The Speaker read out the recommendation pages and the bell was rung to call councillors in. There were disputes about late entries and an open door. A show of hands was taken and the count was announced as one abstention, 92 against and 139 for. The item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Cook","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; cook-m"},{"index":34,"start":"04:23:33","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=15813s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c15813","title":"DA records Rule 84 opposition to the budget","summary":"Cllr Niemand asked that, under Rule 84, the DA's opposition to the unfunded budget be recorded and its rights reserved. The Speaker acknowledged it.","speakers":"Cllr Niemand (DA)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":35,"start":"04:23:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=15838s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c15838","title":"Item 6: 2024/25 Group Integrated Annual Report","summary":"The 2024/25 Group Integrated Annual Report was tabled with no speakers. It was noted and referred to MPAC for the oversight process. The debate will follow once MPAC submits its oversight report.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":36,"start":"04:25:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=15905s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c15905","title":"Item 1: IDP review and business plans introduced","summary":"Council returned to Item 1, the 2026/27 IDP Review and the departmental and entity business plans. Cllr Boer asked in jest whether the budget has provision for lunch. The Speaker said lunch would follow Item 1.","speakers":"Cllr Boer (FF+)","councillor_ids":"boer-cornelis"},{"index":37,"start":"04:25:45","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=15945s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c15945","title":"Item 1: Cllr Harris (ACDP)","summary":"Cllr Harris acknowledged the IDP's honesty about infrastructure and fiscal failure. He criticised the public comment process, citing the Union Stadium in Region B as unfunded. He said the ACDP notes the item with severe reservations.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":38,"start":"04:30:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=16207s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c16207","title":"Item 1: Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA)","summary":"Cllr Avant-Smith donated two minutes to Cllr Kreusch. Cllr Nkomo said the IDP is ambitious on paper but the test is capacity and political will to deliver. She said the city has many turnaround strategies and too little implementation.","speakers":"Cllr Avant-Smith (DA); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"avant-smith-chris; "},{"index":39,"start":"04:34:16","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=16456s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c16456","title":"Item 1: Cllr Kreusch (DA) on public participation and transport","summary":"Cllr Kreusch said the IDP public participation was a box-ticking exercise, with each ward allowed two questions. He criticised Rea Vaya's performance, the roads backlog and MMC Kunene's attendance at the Transport Committee. He compared Joburg unfavourably with DA-run Cape Town and George.","speakers":"Cllr Kreusch (DA)","councillor_ids":"kreusch-sean"},{"index":40,"start":"04:40:03","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=16803s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c16803","title":"Item 1: Cllr Meyers (DA) on water and electricity","summary":"Cllr Meyers contrasted the access statistics given in the budget speech with declining resident satisfaction. He cited water outages and infrastructure backlogs at City Power and Johannesburg Water. He questioned the lowered qualifications for the City Power CEO post and criticised plans on private solar users.","speakers":"Cllr Meyers (DA)","councillor_ids":"meyers-tyrell"},{"index":41,"start":"04:45:24","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=17124s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c17124","title":"Item 1: Cllr Mokwena (ANC)","summary":"Cllr Mokwena described the IDP as a recovery blueprint. He covered its inner-city revitalisation focus, its key challenges, the 'house' model and its intervention areas. He urged the city leadership to carry on.","speakers":"Cllr Mokwena (ANC)","councillor_ids":"mokwena-thomas-makapane"},{"index":42,"start":"04:54:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=17694s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c17694","title":"Item 1: MMC Finance responds on the IDP","summary":"The MMC said the IDP uses a spatially targeted, needs-based investment approach. She outlined the two rounds of public participation, community-based planning in October-November 2025 and IDP forums in May. She asked council to note the report.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":43,"start":"04:57:56","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=17876s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c17876","title":"Item 1 agreed; FF Plus dissent; lunch break","summary":"The Speaker declared that the yeses had it on Item 1. Cllr Smit asked that FF Plus's dissent be noted under Rule 84. The Speaker adjourned for a 45-minute lunch break, with Items 2, 7 and 8 still to come.","speakers":"Cllr Smit (FF+)","councillor_ids":"smit-paul-andre"},{"index":44,"start":"05:52:09","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21129s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21129","title":"Resumption and Item 2: Service Delivery Budget and Implementation Plan","summary":"Council resumed after lunch and took Item 2, the 2026/27 Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan. The ACDP, ActionSA and ANC noted it. Cllr Boer chose not to speak. The MMC thanked councillors and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Boer (FF+); Cllr Nkomo (ActionSA); Cllr Mokwena (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston; boer-cornelis; ; mokwena-thomas-makapane; "},{"index":45,"start":"05:55:10","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21310s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21310","title":"Item 4: Standard Bank banking services agreement – introduction and Cllr Santana","summary":"Item 4 seeks approval for a master service level agreement with Standard Bank for commercial banking services for up to three financial years. Cllr Santana said the DA agrees but hopes the contract will not be repeatedly extended, as happened about nine times since 2016. Cllr Nkonyeni was absent.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":46,"start":"05:56:26","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21386s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21386","title":"Item 4: Cllr Shai (ActionSA)","summary":"Cllr Shai said ActionSA wants the city to keep banking with Standard Bank. He cited benefits in digital transformation, operational efficiency and security and compliance, and said ActionSA approves the report. He also spoke of the elections and Herman Mashaba.","speakers":"Cllr Shai (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"shai-tumelo-edward"},{"index":47,"start":"05:59:15","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21555s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21555","title":"Item 4: Cllr Pitso (PA)","summary":"Cllr Pitso used a parable of the city as a woman rising from past failures. He said Standard Bank has provided more collection methods and helped reduce banking costs. He said the PA endorses the agreement.","speakers":"Cllr Pitso (PA)","councillor_ids":"pitso-k"},{"index":48,"start":"06:01:35","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21695s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21695","title":"Item 4: Cllr Modupi, MMC response and outcome","summary":"Cllr Modupi spoke for the ANC in support of the agreement with Standard Bank. The MMC thanked councillors and noted Cllr Santana's concern. The Speaker put the recommendation on page 4.3 and the item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Modupi (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"modupi-david-nthako; "},{"index":49,"start":"06:03:12","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=21792s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c21792","title":"Item 7: Ombudsman recruitment and acting arrangements","summary":"Item 7 covers starting recruitment and acting arrangements for the Ombudsman post. The DA noted the report, and its request to move unused minutes to Item 8 was refused on legal advice. ActionSA approved all recommendations except number five, the extension of an acting arrangement. The ANC agreed, and the MMC said a vacuum cannot be left. The item was agreed.","speakers":"Cllr Kgeletsane (DA); Cllr Chuma (ActionSA); Cllr Nguse (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"kgeletsane-mosegi-otto; chuma-advice-tshikani; nguse-sihle; "},{"index":50,"start":"06:07:31","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=22051s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c22051","title":"Item 8: Group Head Communications and Marketing – Cllr Kgeletsane (DA)","summary":"Cllr Kgeletsane criticised political deployment in public appointments. She said the top-ranked candidate had served in the provincial health department. She said the DA rejects the appointment.","speakers":"Cllr Kgeletsane (DA)","councillor_ids":"kgeletsane-mosegi-otto"},{"index":51,"start":"06:12:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=22338s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c22338","title":"Item 8: Cllr Cherry (PA)","summary":"Cllr Cherry noted the recommended candidate had the highest interview score of 87.5%, relevant qualifications and no adverse screening findings. She supported the recommendation and set out the PA's expectations on transparency, proactive communication and accountability.","speakers":"Cllr Cherry (PA)","councillor_ids":"cherry-joslyn"},{"index":52,"start":"06:15:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=22518s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c22518","title":"Item 8: Cllr Nguse (ANC) and MMC response","summary":"Cllr Nguse said building brand awareness is important and that the ANC agrees with the recommendations. The MMC said the candidate meets the requirements for experience, qualifications and no adverse findings, and asked council to approve the report.","speakers":"Cllr Nguse (ANC); Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":"nguse-sihle; "},{"index":53,"start":"06:17:21","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=22641s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c22641","title":"Item 8 agreed; FF Plus objection","summary":"The Speaker put the recommendations on pages 8.8 to 8.9 and declared that the yeses had it. Cllr Smit asked that FF Plus's objection be noted under Rule 84 with its rights reserved.","speakers":"Cllr Smit (FF+)","councillor_ids":"smit-paul-andre"},{"index":54,"start":"06:18:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXaZ5pz08iA&t=22682s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/#c22682","title":"Announcements and adjournment","summary":"The Speaker thanked guests, media and online viewers, said every caucus will receive a letter the next morning, and adjourned the meeting. Cllr Meyers congratulated the DA on winning Ward 28 in Emfuleni.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Meyers (DA)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; meyers-tyrell"}],"promises":9,"decisions":17,"summary":"Council approved the R97.1 billion 2026/27 budget by a show of hands, 139 for, 92 against and 1 abstention, at the continuation of the 37th ordinary council meeting. The DA asked under Rule 84 that its opposition to the unfunded budget be recorded and its rights reserved. Council also agreed the IDP Review, the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan, a Standard Bank banking services agreement, Ombudsman recruitment and acting arrangements, and the appointment of a Group Head Communications and Marketing. FF Plus recorded Rule 84 objections on the IDP and the communications appointment, while the 2024/25 annual report was referred to MPAC and Items 3(e) and 5 were withdrawn. The MMC for Finance promised to bring the financial turnaround framework back to Council before the end of June and to publicly report JOSHCO's maintenance backlog by the end of quarter one. The Executive Mayor confirmed an 8% maintenance budget, ring-fencing of water revenue from 1 July 2026 and work towards paying suppliers within 30 days in the next financial year. A power failure in the chamber forced a 10-minute adjournment, and the Speaker later cut ActionSA's requested one-hour caucus break to 30 minutes, citing the fragile electrical system. After Cllr Da Rocha accused her of bias, the Speaker directed MMC Kunene to apologise for a belt incident the previous day and said misconduct would be charged at R500 per councillor.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-28-budget-debate/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-05-28-budget-debate.json"},{"sitting_id":"2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51","date":"2026-05-26","title":"51st Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting","meeting":"2021-extra-ordinary-51","term":"2021","duration_seconds":4671,"videos":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4","chapters":[{"index":0,"start":"00:00:18","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=18s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c18","title":"Opening and prayer","summary":"The meeting opened with a prayer or meditation. The Speaker then formally notified councillors that the 51st Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting was convened for 26 May 2026 at 10:00 in the Council Chamber in Braamfontein.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":1,"start":"00:01:25","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=85s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c85","title":"Welcome, protocol and order in the chamber","summary":"The Speaker acknowledged office-bearers and officials, then rebuked members for walking in and making noise during the opening. She restarted the welcome and formally welcomed everyone to the meeting.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":2,"start":"00:04:04","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=244s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c244","title":"Counting of councillors and quorum","summary":"The Speaker allowed about 10 minutes for the councillors present to be counted and the attendance register to be verified. She reported 172 signed the register and 158 were counted in the chamber, and declared a quorum.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":3,"start":"00:12:30","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=750s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c750","title":"Applications for leave of absence","summary":"The Speaker said the office had received one leave application, from Cllr Abdool. Whips from several parties then tabled apologies and late arrivals for their members. The Speaker asked whether the apologies were noted.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Harris (ACDP); Cllr Masera (DA); Cllr De Lange (FF+); Cllr Munyayi (ActionSA); Cllr Ndlela (ANC); Cllr Simonse (PA); Cllr Makhuba (IFP); Cllr Mogapi (EFF)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; harris-ronald-winston; masera-hilton; de-lange-franco-carel; munyayi-vhengani-essau; ndlela-makhosazana-cynthia; simonse-lois-cathleen; makhuba-helen-nonhlanhla; mogapi-tabisa-anthea"},{"index":4,"start":"00:17:06","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=1026s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c1026","title":"Recommendations to council: KfW loan item introduced","summary":"The Executive Mayor tabled the reports for council's consideration. The Speaker announced the first and only item: approval to enter into a loan agreement with KfW in the 2025/26 to 2027/28 financial years.","speakers":"Cllr Morero (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"morero-sello; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":5,"start":"00:17:54","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=1074s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c1074","title":"Chief Whip requests caucus; recess","summary":"The Chief Whip asked for a 15-minute caucus, which the Speaker granted with a return time of 10:35. The recess ran well over time, and the transcript for this period contains unrelated background conversation about a delivery rather than council business.","speakers":"Cllr Chauke (ANC); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"chauke-khazamula-love; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":6,"start":"00:38:38","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2318s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2318","title":"Resumption after caucus and Chief Whip report-back","summary":"The Speaker called members to order, noting they were 5 minutes over time, and asked non-councillors to leave. The Chief Whip reported that the matters raised had been looked at and council could continue.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC); Cllr Chauke (ANC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron; chauke-khazamula-love"},{"index":7,"start":"00:40:05","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2405s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2405","title":"PA caucus request cut to 15 minutes and withdrawn","summary":"The PA asked for a 30-minute caucus. The Speaker said she would grant only 15 minutes, noting there was one item and procedures for tomorrow still to prepare. The PA then withdrew its request.","speakers":"Cllr Simonse (PA); Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"simonse-lois-cathleen; arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":8,"start":"00:41:27","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2487s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2487","title":"ACDP opposes the KfW loan","summary":"Cllr Harris said City Power is in crisis, citing a R16 billion overdraft and R5.2 billion owed to Eskom. He said the loan would carry R616 million in interest and a R17.5 million upfront cost, and argued it unfairly commits the next council. The ACDP would not support the item.","speakers":"Cllr Harris (ACDP)","councillor_ids":"harris-ronald-winston"},{"index":9,"start":"00:43:57","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2637s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2637","title":"IFP and AIC positions","summary":"The IFP caucus said it noted the report. The AIC said it noted the report and would support it.","speakers":"Cllr Mkhize (IFP); Cllr Mhlongo (AIC)","councillor_ids":"mkhize-themba; mhlongo-temba-aubrey"},{"index":10,"start":"00:45:00","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2700s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2700","title":"ATM and PA support the loan","summary":"Cllr Magwentshu of the ATM spoke on football and said the item had already been approved by council in its funding model. He supported it. The PA's Cllr Ponsonby said the PA notes and approves the report.","speakers":"Cllr Magwentshu (ATM); Cllr Ponsonby (PA)","councillor_ids":"magwentshu-lubabalo-cecil; ponsonby-dwain-adin"},{"index":11,"start":"00:48:07","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2887s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2887","title":"ActionSA rejects the loan","summary":"Cllr Nkonyeni, speaking in isiZulu, congratulated Sundowns and said ActionSA had rejected the item the previous week and would not change its position. ActionSA rejected the item.","speakers":"Cllr Nkonyeni (ActionSA)","councillor_ids":"nkonyeni-steven-paledi"},{"index":12,"start":"00:49:58","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=2998s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c2998","title":"DA supports the loan after amendments","summary":"Cllr Santana raised concerns about the generic project description, safeguards against diversion to operating costs and the City Power salary freeze. He welcomed nine new annexures and amended recommendations, including a two-year freeze on executive salary increases at City Power. He set out the loan terms and said the DA would support the loan.","speakers":"Cllr Santana (DA)","councillor_ids":"santana-christopher-glen"},{"index":13,"start":"00:56:01","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=3361s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c3361","title":"EFF and UDM notes and support","summary":"Cllr Zitha of the EFF commented on football and said the EFF notes the item. Cllr Zigebe of the UDM spoke on Africa Day and the African Indigenous Spirituality Charter, and said the UDM notes and supports the item.","speakers":"Cllr Zitha (EFF); Cllr Zigebe (UDM)","councillor_ids":"zitha-saseka-lorrein; zigebe-yongama-ludwe"},{"index":14,"start":"01:00:02","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=3602s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c3602","title":"ANC supports the loan","summary":"Cllr Radebe said the ANC supports and approves the loan as a foundation for electricity infrastructure for future generations. He thanked other parties for supporting it.","speakers":"Cllr Thapelo Radebe (ANC)","councillor_ids":"radebe-thapelo-thabani"},{"index":15,"start":"01:01:36","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=3696s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c3696","title":"MMC Masuku responds to the debate","summary":"MMC Masuku said the loan is concessional and ring-fenced for City Power under KfW conditions in Annexures 2 and 8. He thanked supporting parties and criticised ActionSA for voting against it.","speakers":"Cllr Masuku (ANC)","councillor_ids":""},{"index":16,"start":"01:05:29","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=3929s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c3929","title":"Vote on the KfW loan","summary":"The Speaker said she heard yeses but called a formal vote and rang the bell. She warned a councillor of a R500 fine for using a camera. The result was 181 yes, 44 no and no abstentions, and the item was carried.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"},{"index":17,"start":"01:15:08","video_url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhgCgCBhqG4&t=4508s","page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/#c4508","title":"Announcements and closure","summary":"The Speaker announced two council sessions the next day: a 9:00 memorial sitting for the late Cllrs Tshedo (EFF) and Simelane (ANC), and the budget speech at 12:30. Both would be held in the chamber. A councillor interjected to congratulate Kaizer Chiefs.","speakers":"Cllr Arnolds (AIC)","councillor_ids":"arnolds-margeret-sheron"}],"promises":2,"decisions":5,"summary":"The 51st Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting had one item: approval to enter into a loan agreement with KfW in the 2025/26 to 2027/28 financial years, tabled by the Executive Mayor. Council approved the loan with 181 yes votes, 44 no votes and 0 abstentions after the Speaker called a formal vote. The ACDP opposed it, with Cllr Harris citing R616 million in interest, a R17.5 million upfront cost and a R16 billion City Power overdraft, and ActionSA also rejected the item. The DA supported the loan after nine new annexures and amended recommendations, including a two-year freeze on executive salary increases at City Power; the ANC, AIC, ATM, PA and UDM also backed it. Responding to the debate, MMC Masuku said the loan is concessional and ring-fenced for City Power under KfW conditions, and criticised ActionSA for voting against it. The Speaker declared a quorum with 172 on the register and 158 counted in the chamber, and a 15-minute caucus requested by the Chief Whip ran over time. The PA withdrew a request for a 30-minute caucus after the Speaker offered only 15 minutes, and during the vote she warned of a R500 fine for using a camera. The Speaker announced a memorial sitting the next day for the late Cllrs Tshedo (EFF) and Simelane (ANC), followed by the budget speech.","summary_by":"AI draft (claude-opus-5-5), checked against the chapters","chapters_by":"AI draft (claude-sonnet-5-5)","reviewed":false,"page_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/sittings/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51/","transcript_url":"https://said-in-council.co.za/data/transcripts/2026-05-26-extra-ordinary-51.json"}]}