DA Exposes 750 Open Toilets in Extension 10, Tsakane, Ekurhuleni
The DA exposed the existence of 750 open toilets in extension 10, Tsakane, in response to the Mayors speech at the council meeting on the 26th of October 2011.
DA Ekurhuleni leader Shelley Loe today informed the full council of the fact that these toilets have been in a state of disrepair and incompletion since at least 2008, built under the tenure of Ntombi Mekgwe as mayor, who has since been promoted. In addition, there is no running water or functional taps in the area.
The DA, however did attempt to avoid a scandal on this matter in the interests of the residents. DA caucus leader Shelley Loe said "I personally informed Ekurhuleni Mayor Mondli Gungubele of these open toilets on the 9th of September. He promised me a response within 3 weeks. Despite sending letters to his office asking for a response, nothing has been forthcoming."
Excerpt from Loe's Speech:
"I think you (Mayor Mondli Gungubele) owe the people of Extension 10, Tsakane, an explanation on what is happening about the 750 so-called toilets in their area. I have to tell you, Mr Mayor, that I have no desire to start a new toilet saga between our parties, which is why I put it on your desk and asked you to address it. I repeat: the residents inform us that these structures have been in the same state since 2008. From the looks of them, it seems to me that the project was totally abandoned by builders. I have photographs which speak much louder than words - many have no toilets in them at all, the brick structures are incomplete or falling down, there is no water in the pipes so even if a person could use a toilet, they are not flushable. Many have no walls, doors or roofs.