Thursday, 25 June 2026 · 8 h 57 min · 2 videos · 2021–2026 council
38th Ordinary Council Meeting, Day 2
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- Governance and appointments
- Budget and finances
- Services, housing and development
- Other business (no topic tag)
- Procedure: roll call, apologies, breaks
- Decision (24)
- ◯Quorum count (5)
- ‖Adjourned or paused (9)
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On day 2 of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting, with the Executive Mayor absent and the Deputy Executive Mayor acting, council approved a series of items but deferred the remaining quarterly reports. 00:02:35 00:57:42 08:33:25 Business began only after two quorum counts, the first finding 73 in the chamber; at the end, headcounts of 114 and then 119 preceded the deferral to August or a special sitting. 00:07:04 08:33:25
A motion to initiate declaring Auckland Park a student precinct carried 104 to 58 with 4 abstentions, with the DA and ACDP recording dissent. 05:12:48 05:39:22 After the EFF called for a division, renaming De Beer Street to Mthokozisi Ntumba Street carried 92 to 49; the Speaker rejected the FF+ argument that it needed 136 votes. 07:39:44 A R50 million transfer to the DBSA to complete the biogas pilot project passed on a voice vote, and Cllr Christians of the DA demanded a roll call under Rule 86. 02:34:13 02:49:48
Council also approved a development-contributions exemption for Thanganani Mega City in Diepsloot, after Cllr Bodenstein withdrew the words 'political mafia' unconditionally. 03:45:09 03:53:39 03:59:59 Cllr Mzolo of the ANC withdrew 'Demonic Alliance' and 'hag' after repeated points of order, and the Speaker warned councillors returning late from lunch of a R500 salary deduction. 05:04:54 06:32:04
The Acting Mayor said the biogas project would be completed by July, and at the latest December 2027, with quarterly progress reports to Council. 02:34:13
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This week in council: Council carries Auckland Park motion 104 for, 58 against and De Beer Street renaming
In brief
- 24 decisions: 19 approved, 4 noted or other, 1 deferred or withdrawn.
- 13 promises on record, including: The city will begin the actual public participation on the Municipal Planning By-law review only after 4 November.
- 5 quorum counts.
- 103 apologies read out. MMC or Mayor not present for their business: 3; Not present when called: 8; Warned or stopped by the chair: 10; Sound or equipment problem: 5.
Chapters
51What was discussed, in order. Click a time to watch.
- 00:02:35
Opening and notice of meeting
The Speaker opened the continuation of the 38th Ordinary Council Meeting with a moment of silence. She gave notice that the meeting was being held at the Council Chamber in Braamfontein. She acknowledged office-bearers, the City Manager and the Secretary to Council, and noted the Executive Mayor was absent.
Report an error - 00:07:04
Urgent debate request and quorum count
The Speaker said a request for an urgent public importance debate from Cllr Magwentshu did not comply with Rule 98(1). Two attendance counts of councillors in the chamber were held against the register, with a 10-minute and then a 20-minute break. After the second count the Speaker confirmed a quorum.
Report an error - 00:48:33
Applications for leave of absence
Apologies, late arrivals and early departures were read out for the various caucuses, including the ANC, EFF, ActionSA, DA, IFP, PA and others. The Speaker asked whether the apologies were noted and the chamber said yes.
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Report an error - 00:56:37
Recommendations to Council tabled
The Deputy Executive Mayor tabled the Executive's recommendations to Council. The Chair of Chairs tabled the Legislature's report.
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Report an error - 00:57:42
Items elevated for debate and DA caucus break
The Executive asked to elevate items 63, 65, 84, 90 and 91, and the Chair of Chairs asked to elevate Legislature items 86, 87, 88 and the motion. The Acting Mayor later added the Section 71 reports, items 79, 80 and 81. The DA asked for a 15-minute caucus break, which the Speaker granted, and the DA reported back to proceed.
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Report an error - 01:16:47
Item 63: Municipal Planning By-law review public participation
Council considered a request to start public participation on a minor review of the Municipal Planning By-law. The DA argued the timeline runs past the last Council meeting in August and would waste public money. ActionSA noted the report, the EFF agreed, and the ANC presented the objectives. The Acting Mayor said public participation would only start after 4 November.
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Report an error - 01:32:29
Item 63 vote and DA objection
The Speaker ruled that the yeses had it on item 63. Cllr Christians asked under Rule 84 that the DA's opposition be recorded.
Report an error - 01:32:52
Item 65: Feasibility study on public transport facility management models
Council considered approval of a feasibility study on management models for granting user rights at public transport facilities. The DA, ActionSA, EFF and ANC supported it, with the DA and EFF raising caveats on later reporting, user fees and operator support. MMC Kunene described the background of taxi industry discussions and the taxi ranks he had visited.
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Report an error - 01:51:14
- 01:51:19
Items 79, 80 and 81 combined: Section 71 in-year reports
The Section 71 in-year financial reports for January, February and March 2026 were introduced. At the DA's request, the three items were combined for debate.
Report an error - 01:53:54
ACDP on Section 71 reports
Cllr Mkhonza raised low collection rates of around 84% and weak conditional grant performance, with the Public Transport Network Grant at 41% and then 32%. He also noted low capital expenditure and nil spending in several departments, and negative cash movements in January and February. The ACDP noted the reports and asked the Executive how it would ensure grants are fully spent.
Report an error - 02:03:14
ActionSA speech and order dispute
Cllr Nkonyeni described the city's finances as collapsed and made remarks aimed at opposition members. Cllr Raphadu complained that the speaker was engaging members rather than the report. The Speaker asked him to stick to the item and Cllr Christians raised Rule 82. Cllr Nkonyeni continued and urged people to vote for ActionSA, and the chamber became disorderly.
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Report an error - 02:11:36
DA on Section 71 reports
Cllr Santana said the city was running an operating deficit of about R418 million against a budgeted surplus, and capital spending was only 30% of the R8.7 billion budget. He cited falling cash balances and a heavy debtors book, then proposed remedies including expenditure discipline, faster capital delivery and targeted credit control.
Also discussed: Items 1 and 2: DA on city finances (26 August 2026) · Item 70: EFF and ANC (24 June 2026)
Report an error - 02:16:41
FF+ on Section 71 reports
Cllr Boer said errors in the March report, such as cash collection attributed to the wrong month and a collection rate drop from 96% to 81%, made the figures unreliable. He said this undermines the turnaround framework. He noted the sinking fund of R1.6 billion and the repayment of the R3 billion short-term facility as positives.
Also discussed: Items 1 and 2: DA on city finances (26 August 2026) · ActionSA, DA and FF+ on Group Finance report (22 July 2026)
Report an error - 02:19:44
ANC on Section 71 reports
Cllr Modupi said the reports show a recovery by March but with ongoing concerns on expenditure pressure, uneven capital spending and the sharp swing between February and March. He said Council should interrogate and reconcile the reports. The ANC welcomed and noted the reports.
Report an error - 02:28:18
Executive response and noting of items 79-81
The Acting Mayor responded that the March improvement came from released grants, including withheld USDG funds, and that the April dip reflected 11 public holidays. She pointed to the turnaround plan and debt relief programme approved the previous day. The Speaker said items 79, 80 and 81 were for noting and they were noted.
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Report an error - 02:34:13
Item 84: Biogas pilot project budget shortfall transfer to DBSA
Council considered authorising a R50 million transfer to the DBSA to complete the biogas pilot project that began in 2014-2016. The ACDP, FF+ and EFF criticised the delays, with the ACDP and EFF supporting the item. ActionSA approved the report. The DA opposed it and asked for a referral to MPAC. The Acting Mayor said deferral risked losing the grant and set out completion and reporting commitments.
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Report an error - 02:49:48
Item 84 vote and roll call demand
The Speaker put item 84 to the chamber and, after a mixed response, ruled that the yeses had it. Cllr Christians invoked Rule 86 and demanded a roll call vote because of the amount involved.
Report an error - 02:53:34
Vote on preceding item and DA queries
The Speaker called a show of hands on an item identified in part 1. The count was 109 for, 57 against and 4 abstentions, and the item was declared carried. Cllr Santana asked whether it was a financial item needing a larger majority, and the Speaker answered no. Cllr Christians recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84 and reserved its rights on whether it was a financial matter.
Report an error - 03:02:41
Item 86: Changes in membership of Section 79 committees
The item on changes in membership of various Section 79 committees had no speakers. The Speaker asked whether it was agreed and the house agreed.
Report an error - 03:03:12
Item 87: Review of the policy on ward committees
Cllr Nkubungu tabled the Rules Committee report on the review of the ward committee policy. The DA said it only treated symptoms, and ActionSA asked that tools of trade for ward committee members be reflected. Cllr Nkubungu said ward committees need accredited training, digital tools, KPIs and monitoring. The item was agreed.
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Report an error - 03:16:04
Item 88: Revised Alderman Policy debate
Cllr Nkubungu tabled the Revised Alderman Policy report as long overdue. ActionSA and the UDM supported it. The DA said the policy was already in place, that the review was only about interpretation, and said it would nominate the late Cllr Martin Williams for Honorary Aldermanship. Cllr Christians twice accused Cllr Zigebe of misleading the house.
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Report an error - 03:27:38
Item 88: Proposed amendment, Rules Committee caucus and adoption
Acting member in charge Cllr Nkubungu closed the debate and proposed amending clause 5.3 to include the Deputy Executive Mayor. The Speaker explained the process for amendments and gave the Rules Committee time to confer. After the break, Cllr Nkubungu reported that the amendment was withdrawn and the Deputy Executive Mayor issue would be dealt with next term. The house agreed to the policy as it stood.
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Report an error - 03:45:09
Item 90: Exemption from development contributions for Thanganani Mega City (debate)
Council considered a request to exempt the Thanganani Mega City development in Diepsloot from bulk engineering services and other development contributions. ActionSA, the EFF and the ANC supported it, with the EFF calling for stronger oversight and progress reporting. ActionSA urged that South Africans be the primary beneficiaries.
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Report an error - 03:53:39
Item 90: DA opposition and withdrawal of 'mafia' remark
Cllr Bodenstein said the DA rejected the report, citing a developer windfall and the urgency of the item. The Acting Mayor objected to the word mafia and the Speaker required an unconditional withdrawal. Cllr Bodenstein withdrew it amid heckling and continued.
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Report an error - 03:59:59
Item 90: MMC response and adoption
MMC Mabaso said the project is a provincial government initiative with a developer investing R250 million in infrastructure. He said the exemption is required under the development agreement so a clearance certificate can be issued and houses allocated. He said completed houses had stood vacant for over seven months. The item was carried and the DA recorded its opposition under Rule 84.
Report an error - 04:05:36
Item 91: Public participation on 50-year lease extension, Erf 1307 Yeoville
Council considered a request to conduct public participation on a 50-year lease extension for Erf 1307 in Yeoville, for the Yeoville Police Station. ActionSA and the ANC welcomed the report. MMC Mabaso noted there was no opposition and asked council to approve. The item was carried.
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Report an error - 05:04:54
Return from lunch and quorum check
The Speaker found the house late returning from lunch and asked whips to bring councillors in. Legal staff counted councillors, and the Speaker confirmed a quorum with 139 in the house plus late arrivals. She warned late councillors that R500 would be deducted from their salaries, and the meeting resumed where it left off.
Report an error - 05:12:48
Motion: Declaration of Auckland Park as a student precinct (proposal and seconding)
Cllr Gwamanda moved under Rule 89(2) that council initiate a formal declaration of Auckland Park as a student precinct. He asked for a Development Planning feasibility study and exploration of a city improvement district. Cllr Zigebe seconded, stressing that the motion needs a feasibility study and stakeholder engagement and imposes no final outcome.
Report an error - 05:19:21
Auckland Park motion: DA opposition
Ward councillor Cllr Kyle Jacobs opposed the motion for the DA. He cited inadequate infrastructure, absent by-law enforcement against illegal student housing, heritage-protected properties and lack of resident consultation. He said the DA supports legal student accommodation but not approving development before infrastructure and planning are in place.
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Report an error - 05:23:46
Auckland Park motion: ANC, EFF and ActionSA support
The ANC supported the motion unconditionally. The EFF supported it and proposed a combined student and health precinct. ActionSA also supported it, citing economic, safety and urban renewal benefits, after a brief exchange about its speaker list.
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Report an error - 05:34:25
Auckland Park motion: proposer's reply and executive position
Cllr Gwamanda said the motion considers bulk infrastructure and asked council to treat it as a service delivery motion. The Deputy Executive Mayor said the executive supports it in principle as a feasibility study, with stakeholder consultation and a return to council for approval.
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Report an error - 05:39:22
Auckland Park motion: vote and recorded dissent
The Speaker put the motion to a show of hands: 104 yes, 58 no and 4 abstentions, and it was carried. Cllr Harris recorded the ACDP's dissent and Cllr Christians recorded the DA's opposition under Rule 84. The Speaker questioned how that rule is used after a vote.
Report an error - 05:45:47
Items 1 to 4: Quarter three performance assessment reports (Community Development cluster)
The Speaker introduced Items 1 to 4 together: performance assessment reports for Community Development, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo and City Theatres for January to March 2026, and the Section 79 committee oversight report. Member in charge Cllr Mokome began introductory remarks, congratulating Bafana Bafana. The recording for this part ends during his opening.
Report an error - 05:48:09
Items 1-4: Community Development reports tabled; DA on Johannesburg Art Gallery
The member in charge tabled items 1 to 4 as cited by the STC. Cllr Ayanda Mazibuko (DA) spoke on neglect at the Johannesburg Art Gallery. She said the collection audit, the SAHRA permit and the Auditor-General's sign-off were still outstanding, and she criticised defensiveness towards oversight questions.
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Report an error - 05:52:17
Speaking-time dispute and ACDP on swimming pools and sport
The Speaker ruled on how time was shared between the DA speakers and gave Cllr Harris three minutes. He asked how 17 of the city's 57 pools fell into disrepair and questioned the sports participation figures. He also cited funding and payment problems at JCPZ, and said the ACDP notes the reports.
Report an error - 05:56:08
ActionSA on Comdev and the T-shirt dispute; points of order
Cllr Shumba spoke on Comdev. She said ANC caucus members had bought illegally sold South African T-shirts in the chamber, and she criticised ANC councillors for wearing them. The Speaker warned her about her time and the Chair of Chairs raised a point of order. Heckling and a spat in Afrikaans followed.
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Report an error - 05:59:38
DA on urban forest and green spaces (JCPZ)
Cllr Coogan called for a plan to plant indigenous trees and for sustainable maintenance of reserves and parks. She also asked for bioremediation of waterways. She asked that Environment and Infrastructure and JCPZ share their climate-proofing plans with councillors.
Report an error - 06:04:14
EFF on Community Development, Joburg City Theatres and JCPZ
Cllr Raholane welcomed the reported performance of Comdev, the Theatres and JCPZ. He said reported targets must translate into visible service on the ground. He raised concerns about revenue collection, late supplier payments, maintenance and audit findings, called for stronger consequence management, and said the EFF supports the recommendation.
Report an error - 06:08:34
ANC response, MMC Amad's reply and approval of items 1-4
Cllr Mazibuko (ANC) spoke in place of Cllr Mashinini, who was absent, and said the ANC notes the report. MMC Amad replied to the Comdev debate, and the member in charge asked council to note and approve. The Speaker put pages 1.31, 2.10, 3.26 and 4.14 and the items were agreed.
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Report an error - 06:14:20
Items 5 and 6: GCSS Q3 performance report tabled; IFP, ACDP and ActionSA debate
Cllr Mothopi tabled items 5 and 6 in place of Cllr Raphadu. Cllrs Manganyi (IFP), Mkhonza (ACDP) and Aphane (ActionSA) criticised the fall in GCSS performance from 93.33% in Q1 to 65% in Q3. They cited unfilled vacancies, delayed organisational redesign, workplace safety and lack of measurable targets.
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Report an error - 06:24:09
DA and EFF on GCSS report
Cllr Foley (DA) criticised the city's staffing numbers, poor OHS compliance, Pikitup fleet contracts, paper-based records and the Telkom contract litigation. He said staff told him a 30% reduction would not affect output, and he asked for DA representation on the Strategic Appointments Panel. A councillor spoke on behalf of the EFF's Cllr Nhlapo and said the EFF notes the report.
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Report an error - 06:32:04
ANC Cllr Mzolo's speech and points of order on insults
Cllr Mzolo (ANC) used terms such as "Demonic Alliance" and "delusional 44" and later called the DA mayoral candidate an "old hag". Cllrs Mposula, Avant-Smith, Belinda, Nkonyeni and Sifumba raised points of order under Rule 72. He withdrew "Demonic Alliance" and then "hag" unconditionally. The Speaker told him not to use councillors' first names and warned him against offensive words. He blamed the DA for the state of the administration and attributed the decline from 93.33% to 65% to four failure areas.
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Report an error - 06:50:06
MMC Masuku replies on GCSS; items 5 and 6 agreed
MMC Masuku said GCSS performance fell because key organisational and HR indicators were not achieved, and that corrective measures are needed. He said councillors may not sit on the administrative Strategic Appointments Panel and rejected the DA's suggestion. The acting member in charge asked council to note and approve, and pages 5.6 and 6.8 were agreed.
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Report an error - 06:53:50
Whippery break to cluster items and agreement on elevated items
ActionSA asked for a five-minute whippery break to cluster or note the remaining items, and the Speaker read the rule requiring speaker lists 24 hours ahead. After the break the whips agreed that items 64, 67, 76, 77 and 78 be elevated. Only the DA, ActionSA (one speaker for items 33-39) and the FF+ (items 10, 15 and 31) kept speakers on the quarterlies. The EFF, ACDP, ANC, PA, MGP and IFP withdrew their speakers.
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Report an error - 07:27:34
Item 64: amendment of Lenasia Erf 7327 lease (MFMA s116(3))
Cllr Dewes (DA) said the lease was signed in 1997 and JPC had failed to enforce its conditions for 29 years. She said the DA could not support the item because its request to refer it to National Treasury was ignored. Cllr De Lange (FF+) said the developer should not get another 20 years and the land should go to public participation and open bids. On a voice vote the Speaker declared the yeses had it, and the DA and FF+ recorded dissent.
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Report an error - 07:39:44
Item 67: renaming De Beer Street to Mthokozisi Ntumba Street, and division
Cllr Boer (FF+) and Cllr Nkwanyana (DA) opposed the renaming, citing neutral public comments favouring spending on service delivery. The Deputy Executive Mayor said the consultation showed substantial support and the cost would be R40,000. After a voice vote the EFF called for a division. The result was 92 yes, 49 no and no abstentions, and the item was declared carried. The DA recorded opposition under Rule 84, and the FF+ argued it was a financial item needing 136 votes.
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Report an error - 07:58:32
Item 76: Group Strategic SCM Operational Status Report (Q3)
Cllr Pietersen (DA) criticised the missing analysis behind the jump in direct purchases, the R26.2 million of stock marked for deletion and the blank CIDB annexure. He also raised the empty JITI hub and an expiring transport contract. Cllr Edward (ActionSA) called for consequence management over the stock, the 19 contracts due to expire and the use of deviations. MMC Masuku noted the comments and the item was agreed.
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Also discussed: Item 12: Group SCM Operational Status Report (April-June 2026) (30 September 2026)
Report an error - 08:14:40
Item 77: SCM Deviation and Ratification Report (Q3)
Cllr Pietersen (DA) noted compliance with Regulation 36(2) but criticised reliance on deviations. He cited the R60 million Telkom, R200 million Microsoft and R4 billion loan deviations and Health Department after-the-fact ratifications, and listed DA recommendations. The Acting Executive Mayor said the deviations were justifiable but that reliance on them must be reduced. The item was agreed.
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Report an error - 08:25:39
Item 78: SCM Acquisition Status Report and LK Centrix contract
Cllr Pietersen (DA) said the report showed some bid evaluation inconsistencies and transparency gaps. He questioned why LK Centrix received a R1 million a month market-intelligence contract, worth about R37 million in total, despite doubts about its capacity. The Acting Executive Mayor said all bids were adjudicated in line with procurement law, and the item was agreed.
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Report an error - 08:33:25
Quorum counts and adjournment; quarterlies left unfinished
After a two-minute whippery break, the Speaker ordered several headcounts because members were leaving the chamber. ActionSA withdrew its remaining speakers and the whips said they could carry on. The count first showed 114 and then 119 councillors. The Speaker said the remaining quarterly reports would go to the August meeting or a special sitting, announced recess from 29 June to 20 July, and adjourned the meeting.
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Promises
13Commitments with a date, an amount or a 'we will'.
On 4 November 2026 (when this page was built): 0 overdue, 0 due in the next 30 days, 12 with no date. Overdue first; dates are AI readings of what was said; tap or hover a label for how. All promises.
Due in 422 daysLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
The biogas pilot project will be completed by July, and at the latest December 2027.
02:47:57· by December 2027· Report an error
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote · City record (1)
“completion will be in July, latest December 2027”
City record of this project: Biogas project (EISD) (1 article, 2025–2025)
- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
“The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), through its Waste Management & Regulation Unit, has earned top honours at the C40 seminar in Lagos, Nigeria, securing first prize for its innovative Biogas Project.”
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- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
01:31:43· by After 4 November 2026· Report an error
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“we will only start with the actual public participation after the 4th of November”
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
EISD will submit quarterly progress reports on the biogas project to Council.
02:47:57· by Quarterly· Report an error
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote · City record (1)
“EISD has committed that they will submit a quarterly report to council”
City record of this project: Biogas project (EISD) (1 article, 2025–2025)
- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
“The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), through its Waste Management & Regulation Unit, has earned top honours at the C40 seminar in Lagos, Nigeria, securing first prize for its innovative Biogas Project.”
City of Johannesburg newsroom, in the City's own words; dates as printed on each article. Matched to this promise and checked by hand.
- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote · City record (1)
“there will be a monitoring and reporting on the project milestone outcomes even to the Section 79”
City record of this project: Biogas project (EISD) (1 article, 2025–2025)
- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
“The City of Johannesburg's Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), through its Waste Management & Regulation Unit, has earned top honours at the C40 seminar in Lagos, Nigeria, securing first prize for its innovative Biogas Project.”
City of Johannesburg newsroom, in the City's own words; dates as printed on each article. Matched to this promise and checked by hand.
- 30 Jan 2025 Biogas project propels City of Joburg to victory at C40 summit
No dateAlex Christians · DA
03:05:57· by After November elections· Report an error
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Evidence: quote
“When we come in after November, we'll fix it.”
No dateAlex Christians · DA
The DA caucus will nominate the late Cllr Martin Williams for Honorary Aldermanship.
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“we, as a caucus, will be nominating him for Honorary Aldermanship”
No dateLuyolo Nkubungu · ANC
03:43:27· by Next term· Report an error
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Evidence: quote
“the issue of the Deputy Executive Mayor will be implemented in the next term”
No dateOmphemetse Matabane · ActionSA
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“We will closely monitor its implementation”
No dateMargeret Sheron Arnolds · AIC
05:11:51· R500· Report an error
Latest: Said done at a later sitting, 22 July 2026 (AI judgment)
Evidence: quote · 1 later sitting
“we are deducting R500 from your salary”
- Done, they sayLunch adjournment and quorum check on return · 22 July 2026
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“after the consultation, it must still come back to council for approval”
No dateThapelo Amad · MMC for Community Development
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“In our area of development, we'll definitely identify the concerns that you've raised.”
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
Latest: Said in progress at a later sitting, 30 September 2026 (AI judgment)
Evidence: quote · 1 later sitting
“we will strengthen procurement compliance controls, we will improve on planning and contract management”
- In progressItem 12: Group SCM Operational Status Report (April-June 2026) · 30 September 2026
No dateLoyiso Masuku · Deputy Executive Mayor · MMC for Finance (by surname)
Not raised again in 6 sitting days since; no City report.
Evidence: quote
“we will continue to promote greater competition in strategic procurement processes”
Decisions
24What council approved, rejected or put off.
- 00:07:04
Request for debate on a matter of urgent public importance (Cllr Magwentshu)not accepted
The Speaker said the request did not comply with Rule 98(1) of the Standing Rules and Orders of Council.
- 00:48:04
Quorumquorum confirmed
After two counts the Speaker said 164 had signed the register and a quorum was present, so business began.
- 00:56:33
Applications for leave of absencenoted
The Speaker asked whether the apologies were noted and the chamber said yes.
- 01:00:40
Items elevated for debate: 63, 65, 79, 80, 81, 84, 90, 91 (Executive) and 86, 87, 88 and the motion (Legislature)approved for elevation
The Speaker confirmed the elevated items would be taken in numerical order.
- 01:32:29
Item 63: Initiate public participation on Municipal Planning By-law 2016 review, as amended in 2023approved; DA objection recorded
The Speaker ruled the yeses had it and Cllr Christians asked under Rule 84 for the DA's opposition to be recorded.
- 01:51:14
Item 65: Feasibility study on public transport facilities management modelsapproved
The chamber agreed to the recommendations on pages 65.15 to 65.16.
- 02:33:54
Items 79, 80 and 81: MFMA in-year financial reports for January, February and March 2026noted
The Speaker said the three items were for noting and they were noted.
- 02:51:02
Item 84: Transfer of budget shortfall for the biogas pilot project to DBSAapproved on voice vote; roll call demanded
The Speaker ruled the yeses had it, and Cllr Christians demanded a roll call under Rule 86, which was pending at the end of this part.
- 03:00:31
Item put to vote at start of this part (identified in part 1)approved
Carried with 109 yes, 57 no and 4 abstentions; the DA recorded opposition under Rule 84 and reserved its rights on whether it is a financial matter.
- 03:03:09
Item 86: Changes in membership of various Section 79 committeesapproved
With no speakers, the house agreed to the item.
- 03:15:57
Item 87: Review of the policy on establishment and maintenance of ward committeesapproved
Recommendations on page 87.9 were agreed to and the Speaker declared that the yeses have it.
- 03:44:39
Item 88: Revised Alderman Policyapproved
After the Rules Committee withdrew the proposed Deputy Executive Mayor amendment, the policy was approved as tabled.
- 04:04:35
Item 90: Exemption from development contributions (bulk engineering services) for Thanganani Mega Cityapproved
The yeses had it on recommendations at pages 90.14 to 90.15, and the DA recorded opposition under Rule 84 citing missing information.
- 04:10:40
Item 91: Public participation on 50-year lease extension of Erf 1307, Yeovilleapproved
Recommendations on pages 91.9 to 91.10 were carried without opposition.
- 05:44:11
Motion: Initiate declaration of Auckland Park as a student precinctapproved
Carried with 104 yes, 58 no and 4 abstentions; the ACDP and DA recorded dissent under Rule 84.
- 06:14:02
Items 1-4: Community Development reports (pages 1.31, 2.10, 3.26, 4.14)approved
The Speaker put the recommendations on the four items and they were agreed to without a recorded objection.
- 06:53:48
Items 5 and 6: GCSS Q3 performance assessment and Section 79 oversight reportapproved
The recommendations on pages 5.6 and 6.8 were agreed to and the Speaker moved on.
- 07:21:33
Order of business: elevation of items 64, 67, 76, 77, 78approved
After whippery consultation the Acting Mayor requested, and the Speaker accepted, elevation of items 64, 67, 76, 77 and 78 ahead of the quarterly reports.
- 07:38:39
Item 64: amendment of lease over portion of Erf 7327 Lenasia Extension 7 (pages 64.8-64.9)approved; objection recorded
After three voice votes the Speaker declared the yeses had it, and the DA (Rule 84) and Cllr De Lange (FF+) recorded their dissent.
- 07:57:02
Item 67: renaming of De Beer Street to Mthokozisi Ntumba Streetapproved; objection recorded
On a division the vote was 92 yes, 49 no and 0 abstentions and the item was declared carried. The DA recorded opposition under Rule 84, and the FF+ argued 136 votes were needed because it is a financial item.
- 08:13:56
Item 76: Group Strategic SCM Operational Status Report, 1 Jan-31 Mar 2026 (page 76.4)approved
Council agreed to the recommendation to note the report.
- 08:25:16
Item 77: SCM Deviation and Ratification Report, 1 Jan-31 Mar 2026 (page 77.3)approved
Council agreed to the recommendation to note the report.
- 08:33:04
Item 78: SCM Acquisition Status Report, 1 Jan-31 Mar 2026 (page 78.3)approved
Council agreed to the recommendation to note the report.
- 08:55:12
Remaining quarterly performance reportsdeferred
The Speaker said the unfinished quarterlies would go to the August meeting or to a special sitting, with recess running from 29 June to 20 July.
Attendance and conduct
129Who was away and why, as said in the chamber.
Apologies read out 103
- Party business (10)
- M. Cook, Khonkhobe, Koma, Jabu Mabunda, Themba Mabunda, Mokoka, Mkhonto, Lebatlang, Sondag, Seerane
- Arriving late (17)
- Y. Zigebe, F. Abdool, Smouse, Raphadu, Tsotetsi, Mazibuko*, Zungu, Ngema, Simelane*, Mabidilala, Nenemba, Gwamanda, Nkomo*, Amad, Sifumba, Amad, Zungu
- Private business (2)
- M. Mokwena, T. Mhlongo
- Family responsibility (9)
- Z. May, Kwapeng, Mashala, Kamogelo Mohlala, Tsoadi, Moshapo, Moatshe, Mabelebele, Shai
- Ill health (32)
- J. Kaldine, J. Karolia, Sekwaila, Ponsonby, Wilskut, Maake, Mngadi, Mazibukwana, Ndzondo, Zondo, Tshehlo, Mabuza, Ndou*, Makamo, Mmota, Nyembe*, Makhafola, Molala, Ntoele, Nhlapo, Molefe*, Lwanda Bini, Lebohang Modukanene, Mohamed, Finn, Roberts, Koekemoer, Campbell-Cloete, Chabalala, Sekhu, Moepi, Chauke
- Leaving early (27)
- Kunene, Loyiso Masuku, Mashinini, Lebea, Mofokeng*, Chauke, Mokome, Mogapi, Ntombela, Edward, Rakosa, Shumba, Van Wyk, Nkomo*, Da Rocha, Shawe, Steenkamp*, Kgeletsane, Santana, Goosen, Christians, Chame, Landis, Mpolobosho, Kunene, *, Loyiso Masuku
- Other reason (4)
- Khanyile*, Mark Van Der Merwe, Mgcina, Mgcina
- Bereavement (1)
- Moloisane
- No reason given (1)
- Mnisi*
* Name as heard; not matched to exactly one councillor.
MMC or Mayor not present for their business 3
- 00:06:03
Morero: Executive Mayor announced as absent; Deputy Executive Mayor acted.
- 03:03:20
J. Mofokeng: Member in charge for Item 87 (Rules Committee report) was apparently not present; Councillor Nkubungu acted in his place.
- 06:14:51
Raphadu: Member in charge for items 5 and 6 was absent; another committee member acted.
Not present when called 8
- 01:24:31
Mosehla: Chair said he was not around and moved on.
- 01:43:00
Twala: Another ANC councillor spoke on her behalf, saying she was not present.
- 02:37:18
Koekemoer: Chair skipped her because of an apology.
- 02:46:29
Mathe*: ANC speaker not around; chair moved to the MMC.
- 04:06:09
K. Moatshe: First ActionSA speaker on Item 91 was not there; Councillor C. Mohlala spoke instead.
- 04:08:39
D. Moepi: Called to speak on Item 91 but not available; chair moved on.
- 06:08:53
Mashinini: Called to speak for the ANC on items 1-4; another ANC councillor spoke in his place.
- 06:31:18
Nhlapo: Called to speak on item 5; another councillor noted the report on her behalf.
Warned or stopped by the chair 10
- 01:17:28
D. Schay: Chair held him to three minutes.
- 01:29:48
Chair stopped the MMC and warned the chamber about movement and noise.
- 02:07:06
Nkonyeni: Chair told him to stick to the item and said she heard insults.
- 02:10:33
Chair called for order after heckling.
- 02:35:13
Chair addressed Councillors Sifumba and Avant-Smith, called out at 02:35:04, during Harris's speech.
- 03:57:30
Bodenstein: Chair asked him to withdraw the words 'political mafia' after a point of order; he withdrew unconditionally.
- 05:41:23
Chair fined an unnamed councillor R1000 for disruptive noise during the vote.
- 05:57:32
Keabetswe Shumba: The Speaker told the councillor she had used up her speaking time.
- 06:34:36
Mzolo: The Speaker asked him to withdraw 'demonic' and 'delusional'; he later withdrew.
- 06:36:20
Nkonyeni: The Speaker told him his intervention was not a point of order.
Sound or equipment problem 5
- 01:36:13
Speaker's audio broke up; chair told them to hold the microphone steady (01:36:19).
- 01:44:27
Sound or equipment problem during the ANC speaker's address.
- 02:20:26
Microphone problem for the speaker; they used another microphone.
- 03:45:40
Matabane*: Chair queried two microphones being on at the same time.
- 03:22:14
The speaker on Item 88 could not be heard.
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