Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Democratic Alliance has voiced sharp condemnation against the Matlosana Municipality for what it calls a neglect of duty, citing the failure to provide municipal workers with essential tools and adequate safety measures required to execute their daily tasks. Ward Councillor Lourens Cromhout stated that the municipality’s apparent disregard for the basic needs of its employees is creating a crisis of productivity and morale. “The failure of the municipality to provide workers with the basic tools and safety measures they need to perform their duties effectively is concerning,” said Cllr Cromhout. “Workers without proper equipment are unable to carry out their tasks efficiently, leading to low productivity and morale. Being asked to perform a job without the right tools is not only frustrating but also counterproductive, reflecting a broader disregard for the welfare of employees.”
Residents struggling with electricity
Thapelo Wesi, via email - I am writing to raise a serious and long-standing concern that has affected our community in Kanana for years, and continues to this day without proper resolution. I live in MoholoBela Street, Kanana, where our section of the street constantly experiences power outages while the opposite side has electricity. Eskom teams occasionally come out, and the power returns for a few hours, but as soon as they leave, we are back to square one - total darkness again.
Normal meter reading to resume soon
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Finance Department trained 50 new meter readers who will resume meter readings on December 1. According to the Matlosana Municipality, the training included essential topics such as meter reading techniques, safety procedures, and customer service skills. Accurate meter reading is vital for timely and correct billing. Residents are advised to be aware of these new meter readers, who are currently in the field completing their training. Meter readings are scheduled to resume on December 1 2025.
Nigerian denied bail because of escape plot
Lentswe, Klerksdorp – The Nigerian suspected of running a drug ring in Klerksdorp will stand trial while being incarcerated. Michael Okoya (51) was denied bail on Monday November 10 after evidence was heard that he is plotting an escape. He was charged with drug dealing in September following a search and seizure operation conducted by the Hawks, Crime Intelligence, and TRT at his flat in Klerksdorp.
Two pedestrians injured after taxi’s brakes fail
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Two pedestrians were seriously injured on the morning of Thursday, November 6, when a taxi, whose brakes reportedly failed, struck them. The accident occurred just after 07:40. Emergency services were quickly on the scene, and the injured, a male and female, were transported to hospitals in Klerksdorp. It was initially reported on social media that a total of nine people were injured, but the occupants of the taxi were only treated for shock. Lentswe has learned that the driver stated the taxi’s brakes failed as he approached the traffic light at City Mall. He then swerved into the left lane to avoid a collision, striking the pedestrians.
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