The City of Tshwane (CoT) has incorrectly imposed a contentious “Waste Management” levy for private waste collection on numerous households that only make use of the metro’s services.
The R223.53 charge was implemented from 1 July 2025, alongside other municipal annual tariff adjustments, following approval by the city council in May 2025.
The city said the levy — aimed specifically at gated communities and shopping malls — would help provide and improve waste management services for all residents.
It argued…
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