Op-Ed: Why do we still have informal settlements after 32 years of Democracy?
To build one RDP now costs over R250,000, but province only gives R160,000. The gap means fewer houses per year.
Engaging, Educating and Empowering Communities
Engaging, Educating and Empowering Communities
Category West Rand
Fleurhof Mall opens its doors to Soweto, West Rand communities
Its primary customer base includes residents of Fleurhof, Robertville and Meadowlands, while also serving neighbouring communities such as Florida North, eastern Robertville and Roodepoort North.
Rubbish heaps and sewerage rivers haunt Khutsong South community
On its banks, large piles of rubbish have been set alight, with smoke still rising near a concrete stormwater channel and a palisade fence.
Sinkhole Forces Closure of R500 in Merafong, Department Urges Caution
The sinkhole is located on the R500 between Carletonville and Ventersdorp, approximately 400 metres from Red Cap and about one kilometre from Rooipoort Primary School.
Gauteng Bids Farewell to Former MEC Mzi Khumalo at Special Provincial Official Funeral
At the time of his passing, he was serving as a Member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature and chaired the Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs.
22-Year-Old Still Without an ID as Community Group Demands Urgent Home Affairs Intervention
The organisation is also requesting a written explanation for the prolonged delay and that a senior departmental official be assigned to oversee the case.
Over 400 Gauteng Taxi and Scholar Transport Licences Face Cancellation
Those affected would have to restart the application process in line with the relevant legislation.
Gauteng’s Top Young Tech Innovators Set for G13 Hackathon Finale
The winning team will be crowned the 2026 G13 Hackathon Champions and recognised as the province's leading young technology innovators.
Elderly Movement Threatens Court Action Over Merafong Smart Meter Rollout
The organisation said the majority of residents expected to be affected live in RDP houses and are unemployed, making the installation of smart meters an additional financial burden.
Gauteng Finance MEC Dunga unpacks 2026/27 Budget Vote
"Communities experience service delivery failures, infrastructure deteriorates, businesses lose confidence and economic growth slows," Dunga stated.
