Ward 91 sees road and infrastructure repairs, but service delivery concerns remain

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12-06-2026
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Kempton Express
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While some improvements have been made to roads, lighting and public spaces in Ward 91, local councillor Desmond McKenzie says long-standing municipal issues are still affecting residents.

Parts of Ward 91 have seen roads repaired, streetlights restored and parks maintained following service delivery complaints raised by residents and City of Ekurhuleni Ward 91 councillor Desmond McKenzie.

While the improvements are visible, both residents and McKenzie say several issues still require attention.

McKenzie said that although residents have seen limited improvements in certain areas, the overall state of service delivery remains a serious concern.

“The reality is that many of the challenges facing our communities today are the result of years of neglect, poor maintenance and a lack of urgency from the relevant municipal departments,” he said.

According to McKenzie, recent work has included repairs to some streetlights, road resurfacing projects and grass-cutting operations. However, he believes these interventions do not go far enough.

Many roads remain in poor condition, potholes continue to pose a risk to motorists, trees require pruning, public spaces need attention and numerous service delivery complaints remain unresolved,” said McKenzie.

Among the areas where repairs have been undertaken are Storms Road, Willwood Creek Lane and Jukskei Road.

However, McKenzie raised concerns about potholes on Jukskei Road where water leaks beneath the road surface remain unresolved.

He warned that if the underlying water leak is not repaired, the recent road repairs could be undermined and the road may deteriorate again.

McKenzie said residents have become increasingly frustrated by the slow pace of service delivery and the repeated need to report the same problems.

“Communities should not have to fight continuously for basic municipal services to be delivered,” he said.

He also highlighted the need for stronger bylaw enforcement, citing concerns about illegal dumping, unlawful land use, and other bylaw violations that often occur without meaningful consequences for offenders.

“As ward councillor, I will continue to raise these issues, demand accountability and place pressure on the relevant departments to address outstanding concerns.

“The limited work that has been done should not distract from the fact that significant service delivery backlogs remain throughout Ward 91,” said McKenzie.

“Residents deserve responsive government, well-maintained infrastructure, safer public spaces and consistent service delivery. Until that becomes a reality, I will continue to advocate on behalf of the community and push for the action that residents expect and deserve.”