The City of Tshwane has intensified its revenue collection drive by disconnecting electricity supply to several state-owned facilities in Pretoria due to millions of rands in outstanding municipal debt.
On the same day, Tshwane Executive Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya confirmed that electricity was disconnected at the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) offices in Pretoria Central after the property failed to settle an outstanding bill of R4.3 million. The disconnection forms part of the city’s ongoing revenue collection campaign TshwaneYatima aimed at recovering unpaid service charges.
Earlier, the City also disconnected electricity at the South African Police Service (SAPS) Academy, which reportedly owes Tshwane R3.8 million in unpaid electricity fees. The move sparked widespread public attention, with many residents welcoming the municipality’s firm stance on enforcing payment compliance, regardless of the institution involved.
In addition, municipal revenue teams visited Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Facility, where the prison is said to owe the City close to R8 million for utilities. The visit formed part of the broader #TshwaneYaTima campaign, which targets both public and private entities with significant arrears.
Dr Moya has reiterated the City’s commitment to restoring financial sustainability by ensuring that all consumers, including government departments, meet their payment obligations. She emphasized that consistent revenue collection is essential for maintaining and improving service delivery across Tshwane.
The City of Tshwane says it will continue with its enforcement measures until outstanding debts are settled, warning that no defaulter will be exempt from consequences.
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