BY REGINALD KANYANE
THE RESIDENTS in Itsoseng took to the street to demonstrate their frustration and anger over poor basic service delivery yesterday.
According to DA in North West, ANC councilor, Morutse Molefe allegedly promised the residents jobs through the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP).
DA member, Jacqueline Theologo said: “Molefe was unable to deliver on his promises. His failure to deliver prompted the residents to embark on a strike.
DA in Ditsobotla is deeply concerned to see Itsoseng burning in a protest over failed jobs promised by the ANC.”
“The ANC in Ditsobotla will not be able to deliver on job creation promises because the municipality is marred by maladministration, corruption and incompetence.
“There is not an enabling environment to conduct business as irregular electricity and water supply, poor service delivery and the maintenance of infrastructure are hindering economic growth here,” she said.
According to DA, over 8.9 million South Africans are jobless.
“The DA firmly believes that economic freedom under the ANC is a pipe dream. Where the DA governs, we ensure job creation and development through proper sustainable and long term solutions.
“Instead of making empty promises, we propose pledging an additional R1.2 billion to EPWP to create 181 818 more work opportunities in 2016/17,” Theologo said.
She said the DA will invest in infrastructure to create jobs. Theologo further added that they will improve education system and ensure that people learn the kind of skills that will enable them to get jobs.
“We will also create a nation of entrepreneurs and make it easy for people to start their own businesses,” she said.
The police are currently monitoring the situation.
*NB: Our attempts to reach ANC councilor, Morutse Molefe was futile
-TDN
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