ActionSA has condemned Rustenburg’s decision to renew a security contract for municipal electricity infrastructure, labeling it a wasteful expenditure amid ongoing vandalism and widespread power outages....Click to Read More >>➤

The town has experienced continuous power disruptions following a series of break-ins at unguarded mini-substations. Vandals have stolen essential components, crippling the local power grid and plunging residents into darkness. This persistent theft has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of the security measures funded by public money.

ActionSA Councillor Ofentse Kombe voiced strong criticism, stating the renewed contract has failed to deliver any measurable improvement in security. He highlighted that the theft of crucial components continues unabated, leading to prolonged outages that threaten public safety and disrupt local businesses.

Kombe revealed that the surge in infrastructure crime has persisted even after the municipality increased the value of the security tender by 15%. He argued that this represents a gross misuse of public funds, especially as ratepayers are forced to bear escalating costs while essential services collapse.

Residents are now demanding accountability from municipal officials. Many question how a security contract can be renewed when the infrastructure it is meant to protect remains vulnerable and repeatedly targeted. The ongoing power cuts have caused significant frustration, affecting households and the local economy alike.

The situation underscores a critical failure in the municipality’s strategy to protect its assets. Despite the financial investment in security, the repeated sabotage of mini-substations points to a systemic problem that requires a more effective solution. The community is left dealing with the consequences of unreliable electricity supply.

ActionSA is calling for an immediate review of the security contract and the implementation of more robust protective measures. The party insists that public funds must be used efficiently to secure essential infrastructure and prevent further disruptions to the power supply in Rustenburg. ...Click to Read More >>➤