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Today, the City of Tshwane Mayor, Alderman Randall Williams and the City of Johannesburg Mayor, Dr Mpho Phalatse held and delivered their state of the city addresses. The DA is excited to see and announce the great progress that has been made by both Mayors in a short space of time since taking over office following the November 2021 Local Government elections.
Allow me to begin by conveying my condolences to the Speaker of Council, Cllr Vasco Da Gama, who is currently in mourning following the passing of his beloved son Robin Da Gama. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
History is remarkable in its ability to teach us, by reminding us how far we have come and where we are; and equally showing us of the journey we must still embark on in order to better ourselves, as well as the people and world around us.
Just over a month ago myself and Members of the Mayoral Committee of the City of Johannesburg articulated A Golden Start for service delivery in Johannesburg - our immediate plan for the City until the end of the financial year in June.