Re A Spana Programme Fights Crime in Tshwane
The City of Tshwane’s Re A Spana 100 Days Programme is making waves in the fight against crime and lawlessness in the capital. Led by Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya, the initiative is a cross-functional effort that combines by-law enforcement, cleanup operations, and service delivery interventions to restore order in the city. Over the weekend, Sunnyside became the latest focus, with multiple agencies joining forces to reclaim the area from criminal elements.
A United Effort to Restore Law and Order
The Tshwane clean up operation in Sunnyside, Pretoria, saw the participation of key law enforcement and governmental departments, including:
- Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD)
- South African Police Service (SAPS)
- Department of Home Affairs
- City’s Health Department
- Environment and Agriculture Management Department
This large-scale operation aimed to enforce by-laws, inspect businesses, and crack down on illegal activities. According to Mayoral spokesperson Zintle Mahlati, this is just the beginning. The Reclaim Our City Operation will continue every week as part of the mayor’s 100-day action plan, ensuring strict adherence to city regulations.
Why Sunnyside?
Over the years, Sunnyside has gained a reputation for crime and lawlessness, making it a hotspot for illegal activities. The mayor’s intervention is part of a broader strategy to clean up Pretoria’s CBD and transform it into a safe, economically thriving urban center.
Crackdown on Businesses and By-law Violations
During the Re A Spana operation, law enforcement inspected 12 business premises and two street traders, leading to multiple fines and penalties:
✅ Five Section 56 notices for violating the Businesses Act, 1991 – Total fines: R12,500
✅ Two Section 56 notices for violating the Solid Waste By-law – Total fines: R10,000
✅ Two business licenses revoked (one expired, one due to leasing violations)
✅ Seven Section 56 notices for contraventions of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics, and Disinfectants Act – Total fines: R20,000
✅ Seven Section 56 notices for violations of Fire Safety Regulations – Total fines: R21,000
✅ 10 AARTO 31 fines issued for parking offenses – Total fines: R25,000
Vehicles and Street Traders Targeted
🚗 12 vehicles impounded for violating the National Road Traffic Act
🚨 Two businesses shut down for non-compliance
🥦 Three street traders had their stock confiscated (fruits and vegetables)
Expanding Operations Beyond Sunnyside
The Re A Spana Programme is not limited to Sunnyside. On the same day, TMPD conducted a similar cleanup operation in Cullinan Refilwe Township, where:
- Three businesses were closed for failing to comply with the Business Act and fire safety regulations.
- 26 Section 56 notices were issued for various city by-law violations.
This coordinated approach ensures that no part of Tshwane is left behind, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to clean, safe, and well-regulated communities.
Re A Spana’s Future in Tshwane
Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya has made it clear that these cleanups will be a regular feature of her administration. The goal is to restore law and order, ensuring that businesses, residents, and visitors operate in a lawful environment.
The Re A Spana Programme is set to continue weekly in the Pretoria CBD, with a focus on:
🔹 Eliminating illegal businesses
🔹 Cracking down on unregulated street trading
🔹 Enforcing building and fire safety codes
🔹 Strengthening police visibility and response to crime
Tshwane’s Re A Spana Programme is a game-changer in urban governance. Combining law enforcement, service delivery, and community engagement, the city is taking a proactive stance against crime and disorder. With weekly operations set to intensify, residents can expect a safer, cleaner, and more regulated city in the coming months.
