As we reach the end of 2024, here are the highlights of the stories that rocked and shocked the north of Pretoria this year.
Reports of contact crimes drop at north stations
Police stations in the north of Pretoria have shown a decrease in contact crimes in the latest quarterly crime stats released by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu for the 2024/25 financial year on August 30.
The statistics indicate the number of crimes reported to the country’s 1 163 police stations from April to June.
Contact crime, which includes offences like murder, sexual assault, and assault with the intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), saw notable shifts in the far north.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/09/12/reports-of-contact-crimes-drop-at-north-stations/
Tshwane turns to business for funds to renovate Pretoria North Hall
The Tshwane metro is navigating financial constraints with a renewed focus on securing donations from the business community to fund the much-needed renovation of the Pretoria North Hall.
The renovation, which is in the metro 2024/25 budget priorities that emphasise critical infrastructure repairs and replacements, has not yet received the necessary funding.
To bridge this gap, the metro is actively seeking support from local businesses and community organisations.
Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said while these investments are crucial to maintaining the metro’s core services, it has limited resources left for community amenities like the Pretoria North Hall.
“The metro is struggling to allocate funds for the hall’s renovation amid these pressing infrastructure needs,” said Mashigo.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/08/13/tshwane-turns-to-business-for-funds-to-renovate-pretoria-north-hall/
Kameeldrift township plan gathers momentum
The Tshwane metro has been closely focused on the establishment of the Kameeldrift township, a project that has garnered considerable attention and has undergone numerous developments.
According to metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo, recent updates have highlighted both progress and obstacles in this significant initiative, reflecting the metro’s effort to navigate complex administrative procedures and address community concerns effectively.
Mashigo said since the amended layout plan for Kameeldrift, which was submitted in March last year, the township establishment application has experienced several phases of review and revision.
He said the application was circulated for comment to various internal departments of the city.
“Based on the feedback, minor amendments were required, including updates to street names, final ERF numbers, and corrections to the line of no-access,” said Mashigo.
Mashigo said a request was made to the Department of Economic Development and Spatial Planning to determine if these amendments constituted material changes.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/08/26/kameeldrift-township-plan-gathers-momentum/
Law enforcement agencies increase visibility on freeways due to the rise in spikings
The R80 highway came under the spotlight again, as rising crime left communities frustrated, afraid and feeling helpless.
A string of armed robberies, car hijackings, kidnappings, rape, car tyre spikings and violent attacks on the highway has taken a toll on motorists and community members.
Gauteng police have since waged war against the spiking gang on the R80.
Police commissioner Tommy Mthombeni said the police are offering various programmes for spiking victims.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/05/18/law-enforcement-agencies-increase-visibility-on-freeways-due-to-rise-in-spikings/
Tshwane blames water leaks on asbestos pipes as north residents left frustrated
The persistent issue of water pipe bursts in Pretoria North has left many residents and local businesses grappling with the consequences.
The frequent disruptions not only cause inconvenience but also raise questions about the effectiveness of Tshwane metro’s response and long-term strategies to address the problem.
Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said the cost of repairing pipe bursts varies depending on the extent of the damage.
He said repairs are funded through the metro’s annual maintenance budget, which allocates resources for such emergencies.
He added that a dedicated unit within the metro is focused on replacing old and dilapidated pipes to reduce the frequency of bursts.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/08/29/community-struggles-with-ongoing-water-pipe-issues-in-pretoria-north/
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