Ald Aaron Maluleka
MMC for Human Settlements
By Ald Aaron Maluleka
MMC for Human Settlements
The City of Tshwane has noted, with concern, the attempted land invasion of Plot 61 in Ward 86, Mamelodi, where a person identified as Kgoshi Lekhuleni is allegedly mobilising community members to occupy the property while claiming ownership of both Plot 60 and Plot 61.
The City wishes to place it on record that the properties in question are municipal
land belonging to the City of Tshwane.
Any individual claiming ownership of these
properties must provide valid title deeds or other legally recognised proof of
ownership to the City.
The City respects the institution of traditional leadership.
It continues to work collaboratively with traditional leaders serving in Council to advance development and address the needs of communities within their respective areas of jurisdiction.
However, no individual, including a traditional leader, has the authority to unlawfully allocate, sell or distribute municipal land.
The City is further concerned by allegations that the person involved is collecting money from community members in connection with the allocation or sale of
residential stands.
Residents are urged to exercise caution and not to pay money to individuals who claim to have the authority to allocate or sell municipal land.
The allocation of municipal residential stands must be undertaken through lawful and approved processes.
Anyone found to be unlawfully selling or allocating municipal land may face criminal charges.
Structures erected unlawfully on municipal land will also be dealt with in accordance with applicable legislation and court processes.
The City is working with the relevant law-enforcement authorities to monitor the situation and will take decisive action to protect municipal land and prevent unlawful occupation.
Residents are urged to report suspected land invasions, illegal sales of stands and individuals soliciting money for the allocation of municipal land through the appropriate City and law-enforcement channels.
The City of Tshwane remains committed to protecting municipal land, upholding the
law and ensuring that land is allocated through transparent, fair and lawful processes.
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