Radio Life & Style Uncensored With Penny Fourie

As KwaDukuza Seeks Rate Hikes, Its Critical Substation Sits Unfunded

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A Budget That Asks Residents to Pay More While Delivering Less
Civil society leaders Mary Kassam of DOCRRA and Warwick Chapman of the KwaDukuza Residents Forum join Uncensored to examine what this budget really means for residents. KwaDukuza is legally required to consult its community before adoption.
Wednesday 15 April at 6pm at Umhlali School Hall is that consultation. The size of the room matters. A full room signals residents are paying attention. An empty one tells the municipality they can proceed unobstructed.
9 Apr English South Africa News · News Commentary

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