Tshwane’s Waste Collection Trucks Under Scrutiny for Safety Concerns

The City of Tshwane’s waste management department is under investigation by a Section 79 municipal committee over concerns that unroadworthy waste collection trucks are disrupting services.

Committee chairperson Hluphi Gafane raised the alarm after a waste truck was found abandoned and leaking oil in Olievenhoutbosch, highlighting poor maintenance by service providers. She stressed that such issues delay refuse collection and called for an urgent committee discussion to find a solution.

Gafane also vowed to engage with Mayoral Committee Member for Environment and Agriculture Management, Obakeng Ramabodu, to ensure waste collection is not affected. She argued that the city should own its own fleet to guarantee proper maintenance and reliability.

The city had previously introduced stricter waste management rules in 2024, requiring trucks to be less than nine years old and have valid roadworthiness certificates. However, these changes led to tensions, with some contractors allegedly resorting to threats and violence after failing to meet the new tender requirements.

With concerns growing over service disruptions, city officials face increasing pressure to enforce regulations and improve waste collection efficiency.

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