Petition to Restore Streetlights in Leeudoringstad
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We, the undersigned residents of Leeudoringstad, Maquassi Hills Local Municipality, calls for urgent intervention from the municipality and relevant authorities regarding the ongoing failure to repair non-functional streetlights which has left the town in near-total darkness.
Our concerns include but are not limited to:
- Non-functional streetlights:
Fewer than 10% of streetlights in Leeudoringstad are operational, leaving entire neighbourhoods without lighting at night.
- Lack of response from the municipality:
Despite four formal written enquiries submitted to the Municipal Manager since December 2025, no response has been received.
- Safety and crime risks:
The lack of lighting has created a climate of fear and exposed residents to heightened levels of crime, including burglaries and vandalism.
- Impact on infrastructure and community:
Electrical cables and substations are increasingly being targeted and damaged. Residents have also reported animal poisoning and invasions of private property.
- Failed installations and lack of capacity:
Streetlights installed during the Thuntsa Lerole programme are not functioning. Explanations provided, including cable faults and lack of equipment, highlight a lack of planning, capacity, and urgency.
We therefore demand the following immediate actions:
- Urgent clarity on why the streetlights remains non-operational
- Clear indication of who is responsible for repairs and maintenance
- A timeline for restoring lighting across Leeudoringstad
We, the undersigned, call on the municipality to act with urgency to restore lighting and ensure residents can feel safe in their own community.