City of Tshwane executive mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya photo by Dimakatso Modipa
Dr Nasiphi Moya
Tshwane Executive Mayor
The City of Tshwane confirms that it submitted, in person, earlier this morning its application to National Treasury in respect of the proposed restriction and blacklisting of the companies involved in the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Plant Joint Venture, as well as the directors of those entities, including Mr Edwin Sodi.
Pending National Treasury’s consideration of the application, the City has exercised its own powers to restrict Mr Edwin Sodi and his associated companies from doing business with the City.
This submission follows the completion of the City’s internal governance and verification processes, which were strengthened to ensure that the application is procedurally sound, factually substantiated, and capable of withstanding scrutiny.
The information submitted to National Treasury includes a comprehensive evidentiary record compiled by the City, including the findings and recommendation of the Supplier
Review Committee, proof that formal notices of intention to restrict were issued to the affected entities and their directors, and confirmation that those parties were afforded an opportunity to make representations.
These steps form part of the standard process required to ensure that any restriction is lawful, fair, and enforceable.
The City deliberately took the time necessary to complete this process properly, rather than risk submitting a procedurally defective application that could be rejected or overturned.
With the submission now lodged, the City has fulfilled its role in the restriction process.
The assessment, determination, and implementation of any restriction measures now rest with National Treasury, which exercises the authority to make a final decision.
The City will cooperate fully with National Treasury should any further information be required.
However, the City’s internal process is now complete.
This submission is an important step for the residents of Hammanskraal, who deserve not only clean and reliable water, but accountability for the failures that led to the crisis they suffered.
The City recognises the real and lasting impact that the collapse of the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Plant had on families and communities.
Rebuilding trust requires more than fixing infrastructure.
It requires holding those responsible to account and ensuring that companies and individuals who failed the City and its residents are prevented from doing so again.
This submission to National Treasury forms part of that commitment to accountability and justice.
The Multi-Party Coalition Government in Tshwane remains committed to consequence
management, accountability, and the protection of public resources.
Where service providers or their directors fail to meet their obligations or compromise the public interest, the City will act decisively, lawfully, and in a manner that ensures outcomes
are durable and enforceable.
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