Rates revolt: residents flex their muscles
A ratepayer boycott in eThekwini may seem like a localised issue — but it speaks to a broader dissatisfaction with service delivery
31 August 2023 - 05:00
As municipal basket cases go, eThekwini is right up there.
Aside from its messy coalition arrangement, the metro is facing a growing rates revolt, backlash against spending R1.7m on an awards ceremony for municipal staff, and opposition to an eye-watering salary increase for its municipal manager. All of this comes amid a service delivery crisis, with a collapsing sewerage system and infrastructure in terminal decline. ..
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.