Tshwane Metro Finally Complies Cleansing Levy Reversal
The Tshwane metro has acted decisively to comply with a High Court ruling by reversing and refunding more than 90% of accounts unlawfully billed the R194 “cleansing levy.”
The levy, charged to households using private refuse collection services, was deemed unlawful, and residents have since received credits confirmed through SMS notifications and billing cycles.
While some December statements may still reflect partial charges due to system timing, the metro assured that these will be automatically corrected without residents needing to log queries.
Despite acknowledging the financial strain this places on its waste management cost-recovery efforts, the city emphasized its commitment to accountability, responsible financial management, and respect for judicial processes. Residents, many of whom had expressed frustration over the charges, have welcomed the refunds and confirmed that credits are appearing as promised.
Key Highlights
- Over 90% of refunds were completed for households wrongly billed the R194 levy.
- High Court ruling enforced: levy stopped for homes using private refuse collectors.
- Proactive corrections: December statements may show partial charges, but these are being automatically reversed.
- No resident action required: refunds and credits applied without queries.
- Financial impact acknowledged: metro concedes cost-recovery challenges but prioritizes accountability.
- Community relief: residents confirm refunds received after weeks of frustration.
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