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1 week ago | 
citizen.co.za | Reitumetse Mahope |Trott Chaane
The Tshwane metro has committed to deploying a special cleaning team in Sinoville, following mounting complaints about the rubble and debris left behind after roadworks. This comes after Ward 50 councillor Lenise Breytenbach raised public safety concerns, referring to the growing frustration among residents who say incomplete clean-ups are making the suburb both unsightly and unsafe. The issue stems from ongoing pothole repairs across Sinoville, which have increased due to recent heavy rains.
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1 month ago | 
citizen.co.za | Reitumetse Mahope |Trott Chaane
Two suspects are expected to appear in the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court today following their arrest this week in connection with the gruesome murder of five community patrollers in Soshanguve, north of Pretoria. The duo face charges of murder, attempted murder, possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
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1 month ago | 
citizen.co.za | Reitumetse Mahope |Trott Chaane
The Tshwane council approved the 2024/25 adjustment budget and the innovative incentive and debt-relief scheme in a decisive move toward financial stability. The adjustment budget was voted for by 116 councillors, while 81 were against it.
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2 months ago | 
citizen.co.za | Reitumetse Mahope |Trott Chaane
The police in Tshwane arrested five suspects for attempted murder during weekend operations in the Ga-Rankuwa and Loate on February 22. According to police spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk, the operation resulted in the arrest of over 200 suspects.
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Jan 20, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Reitumetse Mahope |Trott Chaane
Eskom has announced the resumption of load reduction measures in parts of Tshwane to safeguard electrical infrastructure from the adverse effects of illegal connections and electricity theft. These measures are essential to prevent damage to transformers and mini-substations and ensure the continued reliability of the power supply. The load reduction will be implemented during peak demand periods from 05:00-09:00 and from 17:00-22:00.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Trott Chaane
Overgrown grass has become a major issue in Sinoville, affecting not only the aesthetics of the area but also posing safety and accessibility challenges for the community. Ward 50 councillor Lenise Breytenbach has voiced her frustrations over the lack of service delivery resulting in parks and sidewalks in Sinoville displaying overgrown grass. According to Breytenbach, the long grass makes state amenities meant for the community, such as parks, inaccessible.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Trott Chaane
The Gauteng health department recently brought new equipment to Jubilee District Hospital in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, to improve its patient experience. According to the department, the hospital’s recent refurbishment amounted to over R48-million. Improvements focussed primarily on building upgrades, newly installed CT scanners and safety compliance.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Kaden Hendricks |Trott Chaane
The Tshwane Bus Services (TBS) has officially resumed its normal services amid driver shortages. The TBS is operating normally despite having a shortage of drivers after it dismissed over 30 bus drivers two months ago after a disciplinary hearing. The dismissals form part of the metro’s efforts to enforce accountability and maintain professional service standards. This has led to a temporary shortage of drivers, affecting service delivery on certain routes.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Trott Chaane
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is preparing to send its disciplinary referrals to the Tshwane Metro, marking a crucial step in the investigation into the controversial Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Works. This comes after the SIU concluded the first phase of its investigation, which revealed that the contract was awarded irregularly, although details of the implicated individuals remain unknown at this stage.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
citizen.co.za | Trott Chaane
As Akasia faces increasing crime, the local Community Policing Forum (CPF) has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening safety and reducing criminal activity in the area throughout this year. The CPF’s commitment to deterring crime has become more urgent as incidents of burglaries, drug-related crimes and petty theft have risen over the past year. The forum has been working with law enforcement, local government and the community to create a safer environment for residents.
