29th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 2

1. 00:00:00

   Caucus break and sound checks

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   Cllr Lebatlang asked for a caucus break before proceeding. The Speaker allowed 10 minutes, and the sitting resumed after sound checks around 00:13:11. Cllr Lebatlang reported that the caucus had spoken and was clear.

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2. 00:14:17

   Items 35 and 36: Finance Q2 performance and Section 79 oversight report

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   Cllr Edward tabled the Finance Section 79 oversight report. It said the department achieved 8 of 15 KPIs, collection fell to 84% against 87.7%, outstanding debt reached R60.7 billion and cash coverage fell to four days. ACDP, FF+, ActionSA, DA, EFF and ANC members debated the report, with the DA raising late tabling of quarterly reports and asking the Speaker to refer the matter to the Ethics and Disciplinary Committee. MMC Arnolds gave a brief wrap-up.

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   Also discussed: Items 75, 76, 80, 81, 82: ICT and Finance performance and oversight reports (31 July 2025) · Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025) · ActionSA, DA and FF+ on Group Finance report (22 July 2026)

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3. 00:42:42

   Dispute over speaking in home languages and lack of interpreters

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   Cllr Lebatlang asked whether councillors may speak their mother tongue without interpretation. The Speaker said any language may be used but no interpretation was available, and the Secretary of Council said the process to provide it had started. The exchange became heated between EFF members and others before the Speaker closed it and moved on.

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4. 00:51:17

   Items 37 to 40: Oversight and performance reports

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   The acting member in charge tabled items 37 to 40. The FF+ raised concerns about underspending against targets and late invoice payment, and ACDP, EFF and ANC speakers commented. The Speaker asked Cllr Raphadu to sit and refused Cllr Khanyile, who was not on the speakers' list. Cllr Moepi thanked those involved and the items were agreed.

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   Also discussed: Item 14: Background paper on financial sustainability, oversight priorities (30 September 2026) · Items 19 and 20 read in; point on debating oversight reports (30 September 2025) · Items 75, 76, 80, 81, 82: ICT and Finance performance and oversight reports (31 July 2025)

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5. 01:02:53

   Items 41 to 44: Oversight visit reports

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   The Secretary read items 41 to 44, which are oversight visit reports on Orange Farm, Lilian Ngoyi Street and the Randburg Revenue Centre. The whips had agreed there would be no speakers, and the Speaker read the recommendations. The items were agreed.

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6. 01:04:31

   Item 45: Supply Chain Management acquisition status report

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   The DA raised a repeated R45 million stationery contract and the volume of paper it implied, and the FF+ questioned bidder names and award times. ActionSA commented on stores and the Red Fleet, the EFF opposed the tendering system and the ANC noted the report. MMC Arnolds said the report complied with the MFMA and that the city cannot dictate who bids.

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   Also discussed: Item 45: Supply Chain Management acquisition status report (Jan–Mar 2025) (31 July 2025)

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7. 01:24:29

   Item 46: EAC deviation and ratification reports

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   The DA criticised the SAP RISE deviation of R268,657,700 and the combined IT spend. ActionSA welcomed the SAP RISE procurement, the EFF and ANC noted the report, and MMC Arnolds said all deviations complied with the SCM policy and had budget provision. The item was agreed.

   Neuren PietersenDANkonyeniActionSANhlapoEFFNofemelaANCArnoldsAIC

   Also discussed: Item 77: SCM Deviation and Ratification Report (Q3) (25 June 2026) · Item 56: 24-month extension of SAP support and maintenance contract A874 (13 March 2025)

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8. 01:35:11

   Item 47: Supply Chain Management operational status report

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   The DA raised stock values, ink cartridge issuances at Smit Street and a cancelled pesticide bid. ActionSA raised GT Rank and JPC, and FF+ Cllr De Lange raised a point of order on references to animals, which the Speaker said was not allowed against councillors. The EFF and ANC noted the report and MMC Arnolds presented it for noting; it was agreed.

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   Also discussed: Item 46: Supply Chain Management operational status report (Jan–Mar 2025) (31 July 2025)

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9. 01:48:19

   Item 48: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 October 2024

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   ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC noted the report, the ANC welcoming that Section 71 reports are now being submitted. MMC Arnolds summarised revenue, expenditure, capital spend, cash decline and the 91.5% October collection rate. Council noted the report.

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   Also discussed: Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025) · Items 48 and 49: MFMA in-year financial reports (February and March 2025) (31 July 2025) · Items 5 and 6: MFMA in-year financial reports for August and September 2024 (30 January 2025)

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10. 01:52:48

    Item 49: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 30 November 2024

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    ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC each noted the report, and MMC Arnolds asked the house to note it. Council noted the report.

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    Also discussed: Items 48 and 49: MFMA in-year financial reports (February and March 2025) (31 July 2025)

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11. 01:54:28

    Item 50: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 December 2024

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    The DA complained that MFMA reports came after the quarterly reports and the adjustment budget, while ActionSA, EFF and ANC noted the report. MMC Arnolds said city finances remain stable with collection supported by disconnection campaigns, and asked ward councillors not to obstruct disconnections. Council noted the report.

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    Also discussed: Items 48 and 49: MFMA in-year financial reports (February and March 2025) (31 July 2025) · Item 4: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 August 2025 (begins) (30 October 2025) · Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025)

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12. 01:58:35

    Item 51: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 January 2025

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    The DA, FF+ and ActionSA raised the fall in collection to 80.9%, debtors of R63.1 billion, low capex and the Eskom dispute. The EFF and ANC noted the report. MMC Arnolds said cumulative collection exceeded 86%, the Eskom matter was still under investigation and a surplus was planned. Council noted the report.

    SantanaDABoerFF+Hlengiwe MasukuActionSANhlapoEFFMaswaziANCArnoldsAIC

    Also discussed: Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025) · Items 5 and 6: MFMA in-year financial reports for August and September 2024 (30 January 2025) · Item 1: Section 71 MFMA report, quarter ended 31 December 2021 (MMC presentation) (3 July 2025)

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13. 02:11:56

    Item 52: Amendment of the Waste Management By-law

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    DA, UDM, FF+, ACDP, EFF and ActionSA speakers supported the amendments on illegal dumping, waste pickers and construction deposits. Several urged better enforcement and wider public participation, and the ACDP raised questions on specific sections. MMC Mgcina thanked the committee and the item was agreed.

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14. 02:35:25

    Lunch adjournment

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    The Speaker adjourned council for lunch, to return an hour later at 15:08. The recording continues with audio testing before the sitting resumed.

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15. 03:06:12

    Item 53: National Environmental Laws Amendment Act implications and appeal authority

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    After lunch Cllr Rahn queried whether there was a quorum and the Speaker said a headcount would be done before the budget items. The DA asked for the item to be workshopped with the EISD Committee, and FF+, an ActionSA member, the EFF and the ANC supported or noted it. MMC Mgcina noted the staff shortage raised and the item was agreed.

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16. 03:11:40

    Items 54 to 81: Property and land transactions tabled together

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    The Secretary read out items 54 to 81 to be tabled together. They cover public participation, leases, sales, acquisitions, servitudes and the Metro Centre redevelopment.

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17. 03:18:07

    Debate on property items: Metro Centre redevelopment feasibility study (item 78)

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    FF+ Cllr De Lange criticised the two-year delay since the 2023 closure and the PPP timeline. DA Cllr Reddy questioned secrecy, the powers given to the JPC CEO and the lack of cost detail in the feasibility study. The segment was still in progress at the end of this part.

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    Also discussed: DA and ActionSA on JPC and Metro Centre; point about animal references (26 March 2025) · DA (Cllr Reddy) on Johannesburg Property Company (29 September 2025) · FF+ (Cllr De Lange) on Economic Development and JPC (29 September 2025)

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18. 03:29:15

    Item 78: Metro Centre redevelopment, opposition debate

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    UDM, ActionSA and EFF speakers debate the Metro Centre redevelopment through a public-private partnership (PPP) feasibility study. The UDM and ActionSA support a feasibility study with transparency and oversight. The EFF opposes privatisation and calls for a state-led refurbishment funded by Treasury grants.

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19. 03:40:00

    Item 78: tabling of the Metro Centre report and MMC response

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    A speaker tables the report. It seeks Council approval to start a feasibility study for redeveloping the roughly 50-year-old Metro Centre through a PPP, and notes National Treasury's transactional adviser tender. MMC Mabaso says the 2023 Council mandate was sent back by Treasury for Council approval. He says recommendation 4 returns the report to Council after the study, and recommendation 3 requires consultation with Group Legal.

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20. 03:47:55

    Item 78 put to the house, block adoption of items 54 to 81, DA dissent

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    The Speaker puts item 78 to the house and it is agreed. She then reads the recommendation pages for items 54 to 81, which are agreed. Councillor Christians complains that item 78 was not properly concluded and asks that the DA's dissent be recorded. The Speaker explains how to raise a point of disagreement during the process.

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21. 03:52:04

    EFF committee membership changes and item 82

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    EFF Chief Whip Councillor Mogapi announces EFF membership changes across several committees. Whip of Council Zungu tables the report on changes of membership for noting. The item is agreed.

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    Also discussed: Item 59: changes in membership of Section 79 committees (13 March 2025) · Item 73: changes in membership of Section 79 committees (3 December 2025) · Chief Whip asks to bring motions and item 59 forward (13 March 2025)

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22. 03:53:38

    Item 83: draft 2025/26 IDP and business plans, DA concerns and quorum check

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    Item 83 is the draft 2025/26 Integrated Development Plan and departmental and entity business plans. Councillor Christians raises a request to speak on the budget items and says the DA's requested ward consultation on item 83 was not done. The Speaker notes the concern. Councillor Rahn queries quorum and the Speaker confirms 178 councillors are present.

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23. 04:00:34

    Items 84 to 110: budget, tariff and rates documents tabled for noting

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    The Secretary to Council reads out the 2025/26 to 2027/28 operating and capital budgets, performance plans, tariff amendments and draft rates policy items (items 84 to 110). Each is put to the house as noted without debate. One interjection of "No" is heard on item 87, which is then put again and noted.

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24. 04:09:02

    Councillor Boer's Rule 35(2) request on Helen Botes' acting COO appointment

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    Before motions begin, Councillor Boer says the MMC promised a report in March to ratify Helen Botes' appointment as acting COO, and it has not been tabled. The Speaker says the rule he cites concerns quarterly reports, which are finished, and moves on to motions. Councillor Zigebe and Councillor Echeozonjoku also speak, and the DA's dissent on the noted items is placed on record.

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    Also discussed: FF Plus: Cllr Boer opposes the acting appointments, especially the acting COO (8 May 2025)

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25. 04:12:38

    Motion 1: water, sanitation and electricity in Doornkop Extension 4 (Ward 50), proposal and seconding

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    Councillor Mabunda proposes a motion asking the MMC of Environment and Infrastructure Services to do an urgent oversight visit. It also asks for a collaborative implementation plan with timelines within 60 to 90 days. Councillor Bini seconds the motion.

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26. 04:19:43

    Motion 1: DA and ACDP debate on Doornkop motion

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    The DA's Councillor Meyers says the motion should have been ruled inadmissible by the Programming Committee because of its financial implications. ACDP Councillor Rohlssen shares the residents' frustration but says the whole city needs service delivery.

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27. 04:24:17

    Motion 1: MMC Mabaso says the motion is inadmissible

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    MMC Mabaso says the matter belongs to Human Settlements, not EISD, and the informal settlement sits on land earmarked for a school by the provincial Department of Education. He says the city is prohibited from servicing it and passing the motion would be unlawful. He says the city is engaging the provincial government on interventions.

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28. 04:27:49

    Motion 1: proposer closes debate, point of order and vote

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    Councillor Mabunda closes the debate, criticising councillors who he says pretend to be lawyers, and Councillor Echeozonjoku raises a Rule 72 point of order. A show of hands follows. The motion fails with 36 in favour, 142 against and 4 abstentions.

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29. 04:40:12

    Motions 2 and 3: Webber Street and Eyethu Mall link road withdrawn

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    Motion 2, on fixing and opening Webber Street in Selby (Ward 124), is withdrawn by its proposer Councillor Mnyameni. Motion 3, on a feasibility study for expanding Link Road at Eyethu Mall in Orange Farm, is withdrawn by Councillor Mokoka in the interest of time.

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30. 04:44:01

    Announcements and closure of the meeting

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    The Speaker reminds councillors that IDP sessions start on Saturday in Region C. She closes the meeting and says the State of the City date will be communicated. A recess is then called.

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31. 04:45:42

    Point of order on religious symbols and provocation

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    Councillor Echeozonjoku asks that Council avoid bias and respect religious symbols. The Speaker says it is noted and warns against both stifling debate and provoking each other. Councillor Raphadu objects that comments were allowed after a speaker had sat down, and the Speaker replies that she did the same for him the previous day.

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32. 04:48:12

    Section 79 committee report close and items 37 to 40

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    Councillor Khanyile tries to speak but is told he is not on the speakers' list. Acting member in charge Councillor Ngoepe thanks researchers, coordinators and the committee, and thanks MMC Kunene and the Executive Mayor for specific responses. The recommendations for items 37 to 40 are read and put to the house.

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    Also discussed: Items 21 to 24: DA and EFF speakers (30 September 2025) · Item 53 withdrawn and remaining items read into record (31 July 2025) · Item 59: changes in membership of Section 79 committees (13 March 2025)

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33. 04:51:03

    Items 41 to 44: oversight visit reports

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    The Secretary to Council introduces four oversight visit reports (items 41 to 44), covering Orange Farm facilities, Lilian Ngoyi Street and the Randburg Revenue Centre. The Whips agreed there would be no speakers. The recommendations are read and the items agreed.

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34. 04:52:40

    Item 45: SCM acquisition status report, Oct-Dec 2024

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    The DA's Councillor Pietersen questions a repeated R45 million stationery contract. FF+ Councillor Boer criticises the 641-day average time to award tenders and the bidders who tendered for stationery. ActionSA, EFF and ANC speakers comment, and MMC Arnolds says a three-year contract of up to R45 million is legal and the city cannot dictate who applies. The item is agreed.

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35. 05:12:39

    Item 46: SCM deviation and ratification reports

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    The DA's Councillor Pietersen raises concern about deviations including R268.7 million for SAP RISE, taken together with other IT contracts totalling nearly R2 billion. ActionSA welcomes the SAP RISE procurement, and the EFF and ANC note the report. MMC Arnolds says the deviations had budget provision and will be disclosed in the annual financial statements. The item is agreed.

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    Also discussed: Item 77: SCM Deviation and Ratification Report (Q3) (25 June 2026) · Item 56: 24-month extension of SAP support and maintenance contract A874 (13 March 2025) · Item 42: SCM deviations and ratifications – ActionSA (30 September 2025)

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36. 05:23:19

    Item 47: SCM operational status report

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    The DA's Councillor Pietersen questions stock holdings, ink cartridge issuances at Smit Street and a cancelled pesticide bid. ActionSA's Councillor Nkonyeni raises GT rank and JPC's performance, and Councillor De Lange raises a point of order on referring to animals. EFF and ANC note the report, and MMC Arnolds says it complies with the MFMA and SCM regulations. The item is agreed.

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37. 05:36:28

    Item 48: MFMA in-year report to 31 October 2024

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    ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC note the report. The ANC welcomes that Section 71 reports are now being submitted. MMC Arnolds says four Section 71 reports covering October 2024 to January 2025 are being presented, and summarises revenue, expenditure, capex, cash and the 91.5% October collection rate. Council notes the report.

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    Also discussed: Items 48 and 49: MFMA in-year financial reports (February and March 2025) (31 July 2025) · Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025)

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38. 05:40:57

    Item 49: MFMA in-year report to 30 November 2024

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    ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC note the report. MMC Arnolds asks the house to note it. Council notes the report.

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39. 05:42:37

    Item 50: MFMA in-year report to 31 December 2024

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    The DA's Councillor Santana says the reports are being tabled in the wrong order, with the adjustment budget before the MFMA and quarterly reports. ActionSA, EFF and ANC note the report. MMC Arnolds says the city's finances are stable, with revenue exceeding expectations and strong collection rates, and asks that Council note the report.

    SantanaDAMasukuActionSANhlapoEFFMaswaziANCArnoldsAIC

    Also discussed: Items 48 and 49: MFMA in-year financial reports (February and March 2025) (31 July 2025) · Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025)

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40. 05:46:45

    Item 51: MFMA in-year report to 31 January 2025

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    DA, FF+ and ActionSA speakers raise concerns about the collection rate falling to 80.9%, debtors rising to R63.1 billion, 29% capex spend and negative sweeping accounts. Councillor Boer asks about the R3.6 billion Eskom dispute. The EFF and ANC note the report, and MMC Arnolds says the cumulative collection is above 86% and the Eskom/SANEDI investigation is ongoing. Council notes the report.

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    Also discussed: Item 3: MFMA in-year financial report to 31 July 2025 (30 October 2025) · Items 5 and 6: MFMA in-year financial reports for August and September 2024 (30 January 2025) · ActionSA, DA and FF+ on Group Finance report (22 July 2026)

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41. 06:00:05

    Item 52: amendment of the Waste Management By-law

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    DA, UDM, FF+, ACDP, EFF and ActionSA speakers discuss the by-law amendments on illegal dumping, construction deposits and the integration of waste pickers. The ACDP asks for clarity on several sections and better enforcement, and the EFF asks for wider public participation. MMC Mgcina thanks the committee and requests approval, and the Speaker puts the item to the house before the lunch break.

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42. 06:45:42

    Adjustment budget debate: DA speakers Sun and Tembe

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    The recording resumes mid-debate on an adjustment budget. MMC Sun says the DA supports all three items and that the coalition is fixing the ANC's legacy. Councillor Tembe describes progress in public safety, including functional EMS, JMPD recruitment and the purchase of firearms. The DA supports all three items.

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43. 06:49:15

    Adjustment budget debate: IFP supports; AIC speaker absent

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    Councillor Nzima says the IFP supports the adjustment budget and cites service delivery in Alexandra, hostels and other communities. The AIC's listed speaker is not in the house and is skipped.

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44. 06:51:33

    Adjustment budget debate: EFF

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    An EFF speaker says the EFF supports the adjustment budget but warns against an unimplementable capital budget cut of R737 million. They welcome allocations to JRA, electrification, Metrobus and Pikitup, and call for more money for JOSHCO and for insourcing of security guards and cleaners.

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45. 06:56:31

    Adjustment budget debate: ANC rejects (Councillor Matabane)

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    Councillor Matabane says the ANC rejects the adjustment budget, citing cuts to Social Development, the end of Jozi@Work, arming JMPD, and housing and security guard issues. He also criticises the EFF's position as inconsistent.

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46. 07:02:22

    Adjustment budget debate: DA Councillor Deppe on infrastructure allocations

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    Councillor Deppe blames the ANC for a R170 billion infrastructure backlog. She lists adjustment budget allocations to City Power, Joburg Water and Pikitup, including electrification, substations and specialised vehicles. The DA supports all three items.

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    Also discussed: Debate on items 36-45: DA, UDM, ActionSA and EFF (3 December 2025) · Item 1: Cllr Meyers (DA) on water and electricity (28 May 2026) · UDM's Cllr Zigebe on infrastructure and trading services reform (28 May 2026)

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47. 07:07:17

    Adjustment budget debate: COPE and FF+ support

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    Councillor Marema says Congress of the People supports the adjustment budget, citing Metrobus, JRA gravel roads, Alexandra and the Economic Development opportunity centres. Councillor De Lange says the FF+ supports all three items, welcoming allocations to substations, firearms and JMPD recruitment.

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    Also discussed: Debate on item 55: 2024/25 adjustment budget (55A, 55B, 55C) (13 March 2025)

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48. 07:11:01

    Adjustment budget debate: ANC rejects (Councillor Mahlangu)

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    Councillor Mahlangu says the ANC rejects the adjustment budget in its entirety. He cites the R737 million capex cut, the R250 million housing cut, declining revenue collection and City Power's negative cash balance. He also challenges the EFF over its support for the budget.

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    Also discussed: EFF's Cllr Khonkhobe on the budget (28 May 2026) · Item 56: ActionSA rejects the budget over the electricity surcharge (27 February 2025)

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49. 07:15:19

    Adjustment budget debate: MMC Funzela Ngobeni on smart city projects

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    MMC Funzela Ngobeni responds on the Development Planning portfolio. He describes the Pule chatbot, the Johannesburg Data Insights Hub and a prototype smart ward. He says agreements with Standard Bank, Mintek and the CSIR cost the city nothing.

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On 5 November 2026 (when this page was built): 3 overdue, 0 due in the next 30 days, 8 with no date. Overdue first; dates are AI readings of what was said; tap or hover a label for how. All promises.

• Overdue by 574 daysDavid Sony Tembe · ActionSA

  Finalise the JMPD recruit applications and call the successful recruits to training.

  06:47:28· by In two weeks time from today· Report an errorShare

  Latest: Said in progress at a later sitting, 30 July 2025 (AI judgment)

  Evidence: quote · 1 later sitting

  “In two weeks time from today, the 1st of March, those applications will be finalized”

  • In progressMMC Tshwaku replies; items 19-20 agreed · 30 July 2025

• Overdue by 493 daysMargaret Arnolds · MMC for Finance

  MMC Finance said the city is pushing cumulative revenue collection above 88% by year-end.

  Official record: SDBIP 2026/27 (AI-matched)

  02:10:02· by by the year-end· 88%· Report an errorShare

  Latest: Called late or dropped at a later sitting, 24 June 2026 (AI judgment)

  Evidence: quote · 3 later sittings · official record (2)

  “we are pushing to over 88% by the year-end.”

  • Late or droppedItems 5–7 debate: ACDP and EFF · 2 September 2025
  • Late or droppedBudget speech: acknowledgements, city context and service backlogs · 27 May 2026
  • Late or droppedItem 71: Metro Trading Services Reforms – Minimum Access Indicator M6 · 24 June 2026

  • Official record SDBIP 2026/27, p.24: “Percentage collection of revenue on property rates and billed services” · 90%Plan for July 2026 to June 2027; online since Monday, 1 June 2026. AI-matched, not yet checked by a person.
  • Official record SDBIP 2026/27, p.53: “The indicator is reported Quarterly” · 90 %Plan for July 2026 to June 2027; online since Monday, 1 June 2026. AI-matched, not yet checked by a person.

• Overdue by 493 daysMargaret Arnolds · MMC for Finance

  Raise cumulative revenue collection to over 88% by year-end.

  Official record: SDBIP 2026/27 (AI-matched)

  05:58:11· by by the year-end· 88%· Report an errorShare

  Latest: Called late or dropped at a later sitting, 24 June 2026 (AI judgment)

  Evidence: quote · 4 later sittings · official record (2)

  “we are pushing to over 88% by the year-end.”

  • Raised againBudget speech: financial health and revenue enhancement · 28 May 2025
  • In progressItems 5–7 debate: ANC · 2 September 2025
  • Late or droppedBudget speech: acknowledgements, city context and service backlogs · 27 May 2026
  • Late or droppedItem 71: Metro Trading Services Reforms – Minimum Access Indicator M6 · 24 June 2026

  • Official record SDBIP 2026/27, p.24: “Percentage collection of revenue on property rates and billed services” · 90%Plan for July 2026 to June 2027; online since Monday, 1 June 2026. AI-matched, not yet checked by a person.
  • Official record SDBIP 2026/27, p.53: “The indicator is reported Quarterly” · 90 %Plan for July 2026 to June 2027; online since Monday, 1 June 2026. AI-matched, not yet checked by a person.

• No dateMargaret Nobuhle Mthembu · ActionSA

  The Speaker said a headcount would be done before the budget items are tabled.

  03:06:56· by before the budget items are tabled· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “Before we table the budget items, we'll do a headcount.”

• No dateEunice Mgcina · MMC for Development Planning

  MMC Mgcina said the concern about staff shortages in the waste unit would be passed on to the relevant officials.

  03:10:42· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “That is noted and will be extended to the relevant officials.”

• No dateMlungisi Mabaso · MMC for Human Settlements

  Bring the Metro Centre redevelopment report back to Council for a decision after the feasibility study is concluded.

  03:46:31· Report an errorShare

  Latest: Said in progress at a later sitting, 29 September 2025 (AI judgment)

  Evidence: quote · 2 later sittings

  “The report will come back to Council.”

  • In progressItems 27–31: Economic Development department and entities performance reports · 31 July 2025
  • In progressEconomic Development reply and report noted · 29 September 2025

• No dateMlungisi Mabaso · MMC for Human Settlements

  Engage Doornkop Extension 4 residents, leadership and the ward councillor, and present the interventions the city will deploy to provide services.

  04:26:42· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “we'll engage with the residents, we'll engage with the leadership, we'll engage with the councillor”

• No dateSpeaker of Council

  Communicate the date of the State of the City address to councillors.

  04:44:35· Report an errorShare

  Latest: Said done at a later sitting, 8 May 2025 (AI judgment)

  Evidence: quote · 2 later sittings

  “We'll let you know of our date for the State of the City.”

  • Done, they saySongs ahead of the address · 7 May 2025 · and 1 more moment that day
  • Done, they sayANC response to the State of the City Address · 8 May 2025 · and 1 more moment that day

• No dateMargaret Arnolds · MMC for Finance

  Publish the Group Strategic SCM operational status report on the city's website.

  05:35:48· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “The report will be published on the city's website for public access.”

• No dateAnnette Janine Deppe · DA

  Allocate an additional R10 million in the adjustment budget to complete electrification of 1,500 houses in Plot 323, Region G.

  07:04:24· R10 million· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “we are giving an additional R10 million to complete the electrification of 1,500 houses”

• No dateAnnette Janine Deppe · DA

  Allocate an additional R75 million to Pikitup in the adjustment budget to buy specialised vehicles.

  07:06:08· R75 million· Report an errorShare

  Not raised again in 30 sitting days since; no City report.

  Evidence: quote

  “our cleaning entity is allocated an additional R75 million to purchase specialized vehicles”

• 01:02:27

  Items 37 to 40approved

  After the debate, the Speaker read the recommendations and asked if the items were agreed to, and council agreed.

• 01:04:01

  Items 41 to 44: Oversight visit reportsapproved

  With no speakers by agreement of the whips, the Speaker read the recommendations and council agreed to the items.

• 01:24:14

  Item 45: Group SCM acquisition status report (Oct-Dec 2024)approved

  Council agreed to the recommendations on page 45.3.

• 01:34:58

  Item 46: SCM EAC deviation and ratification reports (Oct-Dec 2024)approved

  Council agreed to the recommendations on page 46.3.

• 01:48:06

  Item 47: SCM operational status report (Oct-Dec 2024)approved

  Council agreed to the recommendations on page 47.4.

• 01:52:39

  Item 48: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 October 2024noted

  Council noted the report.

• 01:54:18

  Item 49: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 30 November 2024noted

  Council noted the report.

• 01:58:27

  Item 50: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 December 2024noted

  Council noted the report.

• 02:11:46

  Item 51: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 January 2025noted

  Council noted the report.

• 02:35:09

  Item 52: Amendment of the Waste Management By-lawapproved

  Council agreed to the recommendations on pages 52.3 to 52.4.

• 03:11:25

  Item 53: National Environmental Laws Amendment Act implications and delegation of appeal authorityapproved

  Council agreed to the recommendations on page 53.8.

• 03:48:10

  Item 78: Redevelopment of the Metro Centre precinct (office space optimisation)approved

  Item 78 was agreed by the house on the Speaker's call, and the DA later asked that its dissent be recorded.

• 03:50:31

  Items 54 to 81 (recommendations read out in block)approved

  After the Speaker read the recommendation pages for items 54 to 81, the house agreed.

• 03:51:29

  Item 78: DA dissentobjection recorded

  Councillor Christians asked that the Democratic Alliance's dissent on item 78 be noted for the record.

• 03:53:32

  Item 82: Report on changes of membershipapproved

  The recommendations on page 82.3 were agreed by the house.

• 03:55:23

  Item 83: Draft 2025/26 IDP and draft business plansobjection recorded

  The Speaker noted the DA's concern that requested ward consultation on item 83 had not been done; no separate vote on item 83 is captured.

• 04:08:46

  Items 84 to 110: 2025/26 to 2027/28 budgets, tariffs and draft rates documentsnoted

  Each item was put to the house as noted; DA dissent on the noted items was recorded at 04:12:12.

• 04:12:12

  Items 84 to 110: DA dissentobjection recorded

  Councillor Echeozonjoku asked that the DA's dissent on the noted items be placed on record.

• 04:39:28

  Motion 1: Provision of adequate water, sanitation and electricity in Doornkop Extension 4, Ward 50rejected

  By show of hands, 36 voted in favour, 142 against and 4 abstained, so the motion did not pass.

• 04:42:50

  Motion 2: Fix and open Webber Street in Selby, Ward 124withdrawn

  Proposer Councillor Mnyameni withdrew the motion.

• 04:43:32

  Motion 3: Feasibility study for expansion of Link Road at Eyethu Mall, Orange Farmwithdrawn

  Proposer Councillor Mokoka withdrew the motion in the interest of time.

• 04:50:56

  Items 37 to 40: Section 79 committee reportsapproved

  The Speaker read the recommendations and put items 37 to 40 to the house; the transcript does not capture an explicit response.

• 04:52:35

  Items 41 to 44: Oversight visit reportsapproved

  With no speakers by agreement, the recommendations were read and the items put to the house and agreed.

• 05:12:35

  Item 45: Group SCM acquisition status report, Oct-Dec 2024approved

  The recommendations on page 45.3 were put to the house and agreed after the debate.

• 05:23:07

  Item 46: Group SCM deviation and ratification reports, Oct-Dec 2024approved

  The recommendations on page 46.3 were put to the house and agreed.

• 05:36:14

  Item 47: Group SCM operational status report, Oct-Dec 2024approved

  The recommendations on page 47.4 were put to the house and agreed.

• 05:40:48

  Item 48: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 October 2024noted

  Council was asked to note the report and did so.

• 05:42:27

  Item 49: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 30 November 2024noted

  The house was asked whether it notes the report and it was noted.

• 05:46:36

  Item 50: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 December 2024noted

  The house was asked to note the report and it was noted.

• 05:59:56

  Item 51: MFMA In-Year Financial Report to 31 January 2025noted

  The house was asked to note the report and it was noted.

• 06:23:22

  Item 52: Amendment of the City of Johannesburg Waste Management By-lawapproved

  The Speaker put the recommendations on pages 52.3 to 52.4 to the house before the lunch break; no objection is captured.